It takes me two buses to get to work every day; a long commute which I use to write or surf social media sites. However, last Monday I had something else on my mind. When I left the boat, the wind was already exceeding the forecasted 35 knots. One of my neighbours had decided to [...]
Diamonds in the Head
January 16, 2012 by · 2 Comments
Marine toilets use sea water to flush. There is a hole in the side of the boat below the waterline with a seacock imbedded in the hole to control the flow of water. The seacock is a vital component on a boat and the only thing stopping water from coming into the boat and sinking it. So, [...]
Phonetic Alphabet
December 28, 2011 by · 1 Comment
A = Alpha Alpha fetched the ball with enthusiasm typical of a six-months old Labrador Retriever. “Bravo! Bravo!” Charlie and I shouted from our spot on the grassy hill in Delta Park. Echo, the Border Collie soon joined in the fun; the two dogs running around in circles which reminded me of our failed [...]
Sailing Ingenuity
December 10, 2011 by · Leave a Comment
A friend shared this YouTube video from HunterParrot’s YouTube channel. Clever and daring or crazy? You decide.
