…when sails are working their hardest and accomplishing the most, they are full and quiet. When the sails are struggling and not efficient, they’re very noisy. It parallels some aspects of our lives. When we’re content and working hard to accomplish a goal, we are usually quiet and oriented, not expending energy on distractions or making noise. Likewise, when we’re struggling with something or unable to maintain a proper course, we need adjustment just as one would adjust a sail.
Tag Archives: Inspiration
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Can A Clinometer Be Sexy?
There I was, relaxing onboard my boat with the soft sound of reggae music coming from the stereo. I take in the view of everything around me. My eyes focus the clinometer….
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The best sailboat is the one you already have
When I got my head out of the clouds and cleared up from the allure of getting a new-to-me boat, I knew there’s not really a whole lot left to do on my refit…..
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Doing that which I cannot do
There’s so much that I’ve yet to try, risk and achieve. Things that I’ll ultimately need to have at least a working knowledge of, but even better to have mastery of.
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One Step Closer
Just made a move that sets us one step closer to realizing the dream of living that lifestyle that so many of us desire.
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Another Sailor in the Family?
We had a couple of good gusts that were in the 18-20 mph range. Those times the gusts came, we were close hauled and heeled over, only about 15 degrees, but it got Andrew pretty excited about sailing. He said he didn’t like the heel, but the huge smile on his face told the truth!
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It Can’t Be All Work and No Play
Went out for a quick sail today and had a great time! I’ve been doing a lot of work lately on my days off on the v-berth and cabin. While I like the project and the actual work, I certainly don’t want this to be a work boat; it has to be a fun-boat, too! 🙂
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The Cure For Anything?
Sweat…I’m no stranger to sweat, and I can certainly appreciate the idea that working hard, or working out hard (thus producing sweat) can have curative properties. Oftentimes, I find myself feeling much better about how things are going when I get some good old-fashioned elbow grease going on a project.
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The Endless Blue
Sometimes you have to bob together for a moment with the tide pushing you along, not toward the shore, but toward the sea where it’s dark and scary, and know and believe God will bring you back to the shore where it’s safe when it’s time.
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Sailboat Sale!
Can’t wait to make my own Sailboat Sale ad, when I will finally rid myself of the dirt on my shoes and replace it with water under my boat and wind in my sails!