CN,

I know you are aware of your ties to the land and other people. Far be
it for me to past a judgement of good or bad on it. It is the way it is.
To think you don't need others; that is wrong!

You, my friend have many,many ties that you can't do without. Your
E-mail, a PO Box, a K-mart or such, a grocery store. a marine store, the
CG, Corp of Engineers, Weather forecasters, even the inland farmers and
factory workers, your elected officials which you vote for, the Gov that
mails you the check,etc. The list is long. Right or wrong it is there. I
know you are aware of it. It is OK.

It is wrong, however, to damn other's list while forgetting your own!
That is your own opinion. CN, you have given us more than enough
examples of " You being wrong" as well as being correct.

CN, enjoy the life you have chosen but remember; " You are not an Island
unto yourself.

Good morning from

Ole Thom
P/S I'll be pointing out where you are wrong about boats. Even if it
does "**** you off!"