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Scenic overload
"Jessica B" wrote in message
... On Sun, 23 Jan 2011 11:54:55 -0500, "Wilbur Hubbard" wrote: "Frogwatch" wrote in message ... I've realized one of my problems with cruising (or any long vacation) is I reach "scenic overload" where pretty things become mundane, "just another beautiful vista". My mind can hold only so many of these before I have to go home and recharge my desire for more. Anybody else have this issue? I don't have that problem. The reason being: there are way too many totally ugly and ineptly-sailed boats in sight daily that it wants to make be barf because they are so cluttered and lubberly maintained. Here is one good example of which I speak. http://islandtimepc.com/sitebuilderc...G.w300h410.jpg But, to be fair, Flying Pig does have one quite comely attribute: She's on the right: http://islandtimepc.com/sitebuilderc...Lydia-Skip.jpg I just have to wonder what the world's come to when a desirable woman like that puts herself in such slovenly circumstances? If she would sail with me, I would be happy to teach her what higher standards are all about. Wilbur Hubbard That looks like a bigger boat that what you have. Does that make a difference, as far as comfort goes? I guess it depends on how far you go. We're finally starting to get some warmer weather out here and hardly any fog, but it's still pretty cold at night. I have to take some vacation time in warm weather, including at night! -- 47 is special Does bigger necessarily mean better? Now, I realize that's a loaded question to ask a woman LOL because I know where a woman's mind is much of the time (especially prime-of-life, single, adventurous, 47-year-olds) but really! What is with this bigger is better crap when it comes to a sailboat? Bigger usually only means a bigger headache, bigger problems, bigger expense, bigger aggravation, bigger nuisance, smaller cruising opportunities. People who own big (over thirty-two feet) sailboats spend the majority of their time working on them, fixing worn and broken parts and systems, etc. Those of us who don't have eyes bigger than our stomachs are attracted to the beauty and functionality of 'the right size'. Most women understand that 'the right size' is better than bigger. And, the right size used skillfully will bring more enjoyment than some large, poorly maintained and less than skillfully wielded instrument. Now, while a 27-footer is on the small size for a cruising couple, it can be very suitable for that compatible couple who don't get on each other's nerves. Smaller spaces are more conducive to enjoying a secure feeling and a safe environment. Smaller spaces allow one to enjoy the larger spaces outside by virtue of reduced maintenance requirements. Shallower draft allows greater freedom to sail shallow areas where more of that outside space is private. Who needs the inconsiderate crowds of the 'bigger is better' sycophants? Me, I'd take a comely, compatible lass (5'4" or so, slim and fit) in a small boat over some greedy harridan in a huge luxury yacht any time. A high maintenance large yacht AND a high maintenance, trophy woman is a recipe for a very unfulfilling life. Just had another cold front blow through last night. Was 50 degrees outside this morning. It's warmed up to 67 degrees now with sunny skies. Wind has come down to 10-15 knots now as opposed to 25-35 knots last night. But, last night was a great night to snuggle in the v-berth with that somebody special who could cook a good breakfast in the morning. Wilbur Hubbard |
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