Archive for the ‘Amusing things’ Category

One problem, three solutions

Thursday, August 10th, 2006

We were looking after our three five-year old grandchildren, and had just returned from a long walk along the beach.

I took off my shoe and saw that my big toe had pushed a huge hole in my tights (more…)

Ten Percent Power Loss with In-Mast reefing

Wednesday, August 2nd, 2006

In the middle of Cowes week and with the Southampton Boat Show looming on the horizon, I am reminded of some people we met during our sailing years. They were a live-aboard couple, still sailing regularly in the warm Spanish waters despite advancing years and arthritis. (more…)

Give a dog a bad name…..

Wednesday, July 26th, 2006

We were in France recently and met a young man with a beautiful nine month old ‘Rotty’ puppy. He was sleek and gentle and very well behaved. Naturally, we asked his name. “Beware” (more…)