'Minnow'
There is a little pang in my stomach and a tinge of sadness
that a chapter has ended, but what a chapter! And a new one is about to begin!
I saw the tail end of ‘Sandpiper’ disappearing around the
corner as I waved her goodbye. Whether she was sad or not, I do not
know. She had a new Master. She was off to Graffam Water for a life of luxury,
a life of indulgence. No more tides, no more frightening maelstroms - real or
imagined - no more endurance passages, no more headlands, nothing but picnics
and gentile sailing around the lake. There will be tea parties galore and sunny
afternoons …….. Pottering as Potters should potter.
Hopefully, a fresh page will be turned this coming Monday, 19th
August to reveal ‘Minnow’, a seasoned Paradox sailboat, all the way from Norway,
repatriated to her country of birth. She will smell the tang of sea salt while
crossing the Strait of Dover. She will feel the ferry lifting to the swell, and
know that she will soon have a new Haven and a new Master who will give her
adventures by the score.
Sea billows roll, roll on, and bring her home safely.
John 10:10 'I have come that they may have life, and that they may it more abundantly.'
Links
Graffam Water
Graffam Water Sailing Club
Strait of Dover
Hi Bill
ReplyDeletePleased that your sale went well. A lot of people bid on and buy boats on ebay and then never go and pick them up.
Good luck with the next one.
Michael
Michael,
ReplyDeleteThat is the case. Having clicked the button they realise they cannot carry it through, and back out.
'Sandpiper's' new owner was delighted with her. I hope that will continue to be the case, and that he will derive much pleasure from her.
Cheers,
Bill.