changing life
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Traditions
Let me start by apologizing for not having anything new lately. Two things here. One, between Thanksgiving and Christmas is always a busy time, as most of you can imagine. So there hasn’t been a lot of time to write. Two, there hasn’t really been a lot going on in terms of getting ready. We’ve… Continue reading
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Fear
I’ve been thinking a lot about what to write this week. It’s been busy, and I’ve been struggling a little bit to develop a topic. Really, with sailing season in the Rockies over till the spring, work is limiting travel, etc. about all we are left with is selling things in terms of getting ready. … Continue reading
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It’s all about perspective…
Sailing season in Colorado is over. The weather has been beautiful, but boats need repair and you just never know when snow is going to fly, so November is the end of sailing. We have one lesson left in the 101/103 series, but we’ll get to finish up in the spring. In the meantime, we… Continue reading
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Remington, Part II
Losing a family member is never easy. I really couldn’t bring myself to write about Remington which is why I shared some of my favorite pictures. This week, I thought I’d share some of my favorite memories. Remington was 12. He had a good run. All week, I’ve been hearing other dogs in the neighborhood… Continue reading
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Remington
Remington was 12 when he crossed the Rainbow Bridge. I’m hopeful that he is now romping in fields that stretch for miles while he chases squirrels and eats lots of dog treats. He was one of the most unique dogs that I have had in my life. While he’ll never know the life of sailing,… Continue reading
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Spartan Trifecta
I know I have written about the challenges of Spartan Races before, but this weekend was a bit more special. A Spartan Trifecta is running completing a Spartan Sprint, Super, and Beast in one race season. Once you complete the three races and you are a member of the Trifecta Tribe. Nice little marketing bit… Continue reading
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Moving On!
We have finished our practical lessons on the J/22. Our last lesson in the basic keelboat and coastal cruising line will be on a J/30. It’s made by the same company, but is about 8’ longer. There are also some other differences, including the sail set up as well as steering and anchoring. I’m looking… Continue reading
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Trade Offs
Last week we transitioned from the Basic Keelboat practical lessons to the Basic Coastal cruising lessons. So we’ve moved on from, how does a boat work to, if your sailing here’s some more advanced techniques you need to be aware of to operate a boat safely. It was an interesting transition. We know the points… Continue reading
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Adjustments in the back-country
The Wind River mountains are amazing. The ruggedness of the peaks as you drive up highway 191 toward Pinedale, WY is astounding. I love to drive up there just to see the peaks from the highway. They are both inviting and unforgiving. If you make a mistake in that wilderness, it could be your last,… Continue reading
The Great Wander 