I am happy to report that the "punch list" of outstanding assembly/manufacture defects has been widdled down to only a few none essential cleanup items that will not stop our planned departure in 9 days.
We had our first sail of 2011 and all systems were checked out with a little trepidation as we rigged the sails ourselves. After righting the reacher sheets all was set.
Pete celebrated his 62cd birthday and official retirement date on board with a dinner at his favorite Italian restaurant in Holland and a candle atop a cameo for dessert. New slippers for lounging with his PJ's.
We also were blessed with our first family visitor to see, sail and sleep aboard. Cin's mom, Mary, made the trip up from St. Pete to be with her on Mother's day. Mary was tested as crew and approved by the first mate as we sailed yesterday at hull speed with only the working jib up. Docking, stern in, in 20+ Knts of wind also proved nonevent full with her on board. After the captain and first mate feeling that "we've got that part down now" Mary informed us it was her prayers that was the real reason we didn't hit anything which has been our experience so far when docking HD. We agreed and are reminded of Who is in control. (Again)
This weekend we are off to Norfolk to attend the Loopers convention to get some tips from real boat people.
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2 comments:
Happy Birthday Pete! You two couldn't possibly smile more, could you?
I love it! Birthday & Mothers Day on board :) It almost looks like it's freezing out there though. Are you guys sure about heading north?
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