Marc wrote:


At the appointed hour Bob showed up with a young lady named Julia (
pronounced Hulia). He is (as self described) a "Grizzley Adams" ish
figure.

You mean fat & dressed un untanned hides?

After introductions, we proceeded to ALIEN.

.... Bob has spent considerable time and
effort to improve the boat in the areas he deems important.

Yeah well, Bubbles is nuts.

Below
decks is clean and freshened, His entertainment system is first rate.
I have a small quibble that his concerns don't extend to deck gear
and instrumentation.

heh heh at least he doesn't stow the anchor on top of the companionway
slide any more.


In summation, I had a good time, in good company, in a markedly sea
kindly and seaworthy boat that needs some work and some goddam winch
handle holders.

And got a solid lesson in "how not to" from one of the world's foremost
experts on the subject. Just think Marc, now that you've sailed with
Bubbles your status will rise immeasurably!

Fresh Breezes- Doug King