I remember scraping & sanding wood in the Winter when I was in Sea Scouts working on the 40' schooner we had back in the '60s. That was in Galesville, across and up the Bay from where you are. I didn't like it! But the last wood boat I crewed on was "Pride of Baltimore" ('77-'80), and it's been mostly steel, and some aluminium, boats since then. But at least in tropical waters mostly. But I have to admit that working with wood is more satisfying than grinding rusty steel!
It's tough on these old fingers for certain, Bob. I know Galesville. There are obscure little boatyards all around the Bay, aren't there? Tilghman Island was one of those the last few summers. Remnants of many dreams there just (barely) above the high tide line.
There is something remarkable about wooden vessels. If you have the opp and haven't already, take a look at THE WOODEN BOAT PHENOMENON in the SPARRING archives.
Always a pleasure to hear from you.
It would be a tossup with a winter storm bearing down...maybe this week I'd do rusty metal in the Caribbean with no complaints....
As a complete newbie to Substack and you Janice, I am moved to comment after reading Angel and being piqued.
Is there in Substack a summary of where you have been and what you are doing with Steadfast…as a catch-up for people like me that are coming aboard for the first time?
I recently gave a down-and-out a $50 note since that was the only loose change I was carrying. Three weeks later I won a door prize (I never win prizes) worth $1500. Karma or angels?
Hey there teaspoon Wally! First, I am thrilled with your interest and welcome to the platform...glad you're here. The only way to see what we've done is to check the SPARRING archives. I think the summary is a great thought and will consider how to do that. When I write I try to keep in mind that people may or may not know our story.
I always direct folks to the first post, too. SPARS & SPARRING. This refit and repair was unexpected and is remarkably long term so I've adjusted topics considerably. Take a look at STEADFAST REFIT & STEADFAST REPAIR for details on the work.
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I truly believe is karma, so well done and keep on giving!!
These two men are indeed angels. Self-less and caring too. Good people attract good people. 😇
Many many rewards!! Thanks Keith.
That hull is - and is going to be - beautiful! And gosh, there are some fantastic people in the world.
That reinforcement of humanity is awesome! I firmly believe that things fall into place...somehow...
I remember scraping & sanding wood in the Winter when I was in Sea Scouts working on the 40' schooner we had back in the '60s. That was in Galesville, across and up the Bay from where you are. I didn't like it! But the last wood boat I crewed on was "Pride of Baltimore" ('77-'80), and it's been mostly steel, and some aluminium, boats since then. But at least in tropical waters mostly. But I have to admit that working with wood is more satisfying than grinding rusty steel!
It's tough on these old fingers for certain, Bob. I know Galesville. There are obscure little boatyards all around the Bay, aren't there? Tilghman Island was one of those the last few summers. Remnants of many dreams there just (barely) above the high tide line.
There is something remarkable about wooden vessels. If you have the opp and haven't already, take a look at THE WOODEN BOAT PHENOMENON in the SPARRING archives.
Always a pleasure to hear from you.
It would be a tossup with a winter storm bearing down...maybe this week I'd do rusty metal in the Caribbean with no complaints....
J
America needs a few millions of men like this.
Truer words were never spoken JD. I appreciate your comments and, I might add, the DR is looking even more delightful than it used to.... J
As a complete newbie to Substack and you Janice, I am moved to comment after reading Angel and being piqued.
Is there in Substack a summary of where you have been and what you are doing with Steadfast…as a catch-up for people like me that are coming aboard for the first time?
I recently gave a down-and-out a $50 note since that was the only loose change I was carrying. Three weeks later I won a door prize (I never win prizes) worth $1500. Karma or angels?
Hey there teaspoon Wally! First, I am thrilled with your interest and welcome to the platform...glad you're here. The only way to see what we've done is to check the SPARRING archives. I think the summary is a great thought and will consider how to do that. When I write I try to keep in mind that people may or may not know our story.
I always direct folks to the first post, too. SPARS & SPARRING. This refit and repair was unexpected and is remarkably long term so I've adjusted topics considerably. Take a look at STEADFAST REFIT & STEADFAST REPAIR for details on the work.
Is this helpful?
I truly believe is karma, so well done and keep on giving!!
All the best,
J
Every time I’m ready to give up on the world, an angel shows up.
Don’t hope for miracles. Expect them!
I'll go along with that plan Switter! They do walk among us ....
I believe... there are angels among us. Thanks for sharing that uplifting story on a wintry morning. You, Janice, are one of them. https://youtu.be/y_4Xfj2LRSA?si=0KSzMY0ueiXMMZJC
Jeri,
I'm honored to be held in that high esteem. That is an understatement! I'm pretty sure your wings are tucked in somewhere....
Awe I'm blushing
I don't compliment lightly! You rock.