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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 28th February, 2019
The Fisherman and His Wife
Paradise Village Marina In the wee hours, before the sun rises, I make my way across the marina by foot. I spot a small rowboat …
Posted on 21st February, 2019
Cruising on the Side
Everyone, no matter how far they cruise, find themselves marina bound at one time or another. It could be because of mechanical issues, family matters …
Posted on 31st January, 2019
Farewell to Patches
Paradise Village Marina We bought Patches second-hand over fifteen years ago for $1500. She was in immaculate condition. We outfitted her with chaps and wheels. …
Posted on 27th January, 2019
Encounter at Sea
It was another perfect day for sailing. Fifteen knots of wind. Flat seas. Nine souls on board. (+?) And, of course, we were searching for …
Posted on 25th January, 2019
Rhythms of the Night
Banderas Bay, Mexico We arrived on the south shore via power boat three nights after the blood moon. The waves were rough and we were …
Posted on 18th January, 2019
When the World Goes Crazy
Banderas Bay, Mexico Politics. The wall. Government shutdown. The Russia investigation. Hurricanes. Volcanoes. Fires. Mudslides. Syria. Gun violence. The Me-Too movement. Murders and kidnapping. Climate …
Posted on 3rd January, 2019
Confessions of a Switch-Hitter
Martha’s Vineyard “What is a switch-hitter?” I asked Jay the other night as I was falling asleep. He was reading. “In baseball or sex?” I …
Posted on 24th May, 2018
The Sun and the Sea
Edgartown, Massachussetts May, 2018 It was April. The weather was heating up. The humidity too. Most of our cruising friends had already left. Some had …