Sailing Southern California September 4, 2013 We have been here before. Many times before. But this time it is different, of course, because when we …
Sail Blog
My father introduced me to sailing. My very first trip was in the summer of 1965 when he chartered a 32’ sailboat out of Miami to take our family to Bimini. The sun was just setting as they untied the lines and I remember the thrill of sailing into the unknown. I had no idea what to expect. I had jitters in my belly as we ventured out to sea. The wind blew through my hair and I watched the moon slowly rise overhead. I was captivated by dark clouds as they rushed in to meet us. A squall appeared on deck and I was sent below. Then morning came. I sat on the bow of the boat as it rocked gently. We were anchored just outside Bimini. Everywhere I looked I saw clear turquoise water, white sandy beaches and tall palm trees swaying in the breeze. The air smelled fresh and all was peaceful. I was hooked.
Posted on 3rd September, 2013
Day One
Sailing Southern California September 2, 2013 In the late seventeenth century, David Potts came from Wales to America. His soon to be wife, Alice Croasdale, …
Posted on 3rd September, 2013
The Squeeze
The Backstory August 31, 2013 “Don’t fight!” Alison said. “Cruising is fraught with the possibility of error. Things will spill, break, fly across the cabin, …
Posted on 3rd September, 2013
Dawn
The Backstory August, 27. 2013 Dawn is my absolute favorite time of day on the boat. All is quiet but for the rising of the …
Posted on 3rd September, 2013
Home
The Backstory August 24, 2013 I remember, once when we were at Prisoner’s Harbor on Santa Cruz Island, hearing two children exclaim in delight, “We …
Posted on 21st August, 2013
Sea Lion Symphony
Backstory A few years back, I wrote the following article for “Living Aboard” magazine. I’m afraid what started out as a love affair with one …
Posted on 9th August, 2013
Jay’s Version of Cirque du soleil
Channel Islands Marina August 5, 2013 The Problem: Have you ever tried to replace a porthole in the forward section of your boat with zero …
Posted on 9th August, 2013
The Decision
Channel Islands Marina July 30th, 2013 We are back on Cadenza and moving forward with our preparations. After much consideration, we have decided not to …
Posted on 9th August, 2013
The Catboat Rendezvous
Edgartown, Martha’s Vineyard June, 2013 It had been two full days of pouring down rain and with the promise of Andrea’s strong winds to continue, …