Saturday, July 31, 2010

Chasing the dream


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.

18 comments:

  1. Fantastic. You'll have to drop by Galveston and pick me up for a spin around the Gulf.

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  2. nice i hope it works out for you...if it is meant to be...

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  3. chasing one's dream is a great thing.I did when i became a realestate agent.

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  4. I 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...

    ♥namaste, and ahoy matey♥

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  5. exciting! i hope it works out well for you Syd! very kool!

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  6. Isn't living in recovery in all of our affairs, great?? Many blessings on whatever the outcome Syd.

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  7. YAAAAAAAAYYYYYYY - Syd! It's good to see someone chase their dream,and even better to see someone accept the outcome - -- Great Effort!

    Good luck - - - Love and Hugs from Anonymous #1

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  8. Sounds like a dream which may come true, and if not, another dream.

    Admire your attitude, Syd

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  9. moving in an inspired direction and trusting God, sounds pretty good!

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  10. Awesome! I am excited on your behalf!

    I 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.

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  11. 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!)

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  12. hi syd,

    i love a good dream.
    best wishes.

    daisy

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  13. 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.

    www.sandramoreano.com

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  14. I hope it works out just the way it is supposed to ....
    Which of course it will

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  15. Congratulations, Syd! I hope it works out wonderfully.

    Love,

    SB

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