You Can Have It All….

But not necessarily at the same time! A quote from my friend Tess.

We left home two weeks ago today to start our sailing adventure again. It’s been a tough time between the heat and rain getting the boat ready.

Eric had to sand & paint the bottom and then buff the sides of the boat. The first day we felt like we accomplished so much but the 90+ degree days wears you out. The yard was moving slower than usual also and our Monday launch turned into Thursday. We made good use of the time getting smaller projects completed.

Eric made a new dinghy in his quest for the perfect one. Oonagh is a wooden dinghy he modified to be nesting. He still needs a finish coat of paint but was waiting to work out any issues with stowing. The boat fits on the deck perfectly. This was one of his Covid projects

We spent most of Covid at my sister Karen’s house. It was tough leaving her and her two fur babies Franke and Johne. We are thankful she welcomed us into her home for so long. Eric and I also babysat for Bodie and Ruby for 2 1/2 months. Walking them twice a day kept me from gaining Covid weight in 2021!

We have waited two years for this adventure. Fortunately, we didn’t lose any close family or friends to Covid. Others were not so lucky. Family and friends have become dearer to everyone after this past year. It also makes leaving harder – my dad is 92 and my dear friend Rosemary is 96. I’m sad to miss the wedding of my friend Cindy’s son, and a baby shower for Anne’s first grand daughter. That’s the part where you can’t have it all at the same time! Thankfully, zoom and the phone will keep me in touch with friends and family. I’m planning a trip home in October during the Annapolis boat show.

First sail of the year on “Thistle” went smoothly. We only went 20 miles to Westbrook,Ct., Harry’s is a full service marina in case we had issues.

I’ve read a lot this past year. I will list only the best!

Into the Deep by Robert Ballard

Caste by Isabel Wilkerson

Diplomat’s Wife by Pam Jenoff

Last Bookshop in London by Madeline Martin

Girl Wash Your Face by Rachel Hollis

Four Winds by Kirsten Hannah.

I have many more… if you need ideas.

Knitting: I’ve been on a mission to use my stash. I’ve made baby socks from left over yarn and yarn chicken is my new favorite game.

Fair winds! It’s a beautiful hot day – I’m going to find a way to enjoy it.

If you are on Facebook, my friend Peg Campbell has started a group We Can’t Wait for survivors of auto accidents and changes to the laws. The auto companies may get the $23 billion all of us have paid into this fund by limiting care. Please contact your representatives and the governor.

Thank you Dutch Wharf for an uneventful launch!

Sharon and Eric