I put in a contract on a 36 ft. Cape Dory sailboat yesterday. The boat will be surveyed in mid-August. That means that a mechanical and structural inspection will be done. If problems are found then I can get out of the contract and keep looking.
I am not worried about any of this. Before Al-anon I would be anxious and worrying. I realize that if this is meant to be, it will. But I am taking action to pursue the dream. Action is framed by knowledge in this case. Now I will await the marine survey to see how the old girl looks with her bottom bared. I am hoping that it's as smooth as a baby's butt with no blisters, sloughing, or other problems. But my expectations are minimal. We shall see.
I am not married to this boat, just somewhat engaged. If she lets me down, then there are others out there who might not.
Have a good Saturday.
Fantastic. You'll have to drop by Galveston and pick me up for a spin around the Gulf.
ReplyDeletenice i hope it works out for you...if it is meant to be...
ReplyDeletechasing one's dream is a great thing.I did when i became a realestate agent.
ReplyDeleteI can't wait to hear how the nuptials go :-D And don't forget when the holidays get here that she needs to be decked out for the parade so we can see pics!! How awesome...
ReplyDelete♥namaste, and ahoy matey♥
exciting! i hope it works out well for you Syd! very kool!
ReplyDeleteIsn't living in recovery in all of our affairs, great?? Many blessings on whatever the outcome Syd.
ReplyDeleteYAAAAAAAAYYYYYYY - Syd! It's good to see someone chase their dream,and even better to see someone accept the outcome - -- Great Effort!
ReplyDeleteGood luck - - - Love and Hugs from Anonymous #1
Sounds like a dream which may come true, and if not, another dream.
ReplyDeleteAdmire your attitude, Syd
moving in an inspired direction and trusting God, sounds pretty good!
ReplyDeleteAwesome! I am excited on your behalf!
ReplyDeleteI have my eye on a little boat as well. After a lifetime of sailing/racing/repairing and living aboard others' boats this will be my first. A CS 22, remeniscent of the O'Day Tempest I grew up sailing with my Dad. I go to look at her bottom tomorrow with the same trepidation re: blisters. You know, West System epoxy goes a long way in these matters.
Please let us know how she looks.
May I quote you: Good luck with it all. I am an optimist and look for things to have a positive flow unless otherwise indicated. You are my most dearly appreciated reader. (oh yeah, you are my only reader!)
ReplyDeletehi syd,
ReplyDeletei love a good dream.
best wishes.
daisy
It is so nice to find a blogger that celebrates the process of recovery. I have been going for about a year and am amazed at how good life can be.
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Sounds very exciting. :)
ReplyDeletegreat attitude....
ReplyDeleteI do love a good flirtation.
ReplyDeleteI hope it works out just the way it is supposed to ....
ReplyDeleteWhich of course it will
Congratulations, Syd! I hope it works out wonderfully.
ReplyDeleteLove,
SB