[mark71565]

Hi John,

Nice meeting you. Thanks for the input. What does "living on the hook" mean? Small closets and everything on hangars? Or something else?

Yes, I know I need to discover if I like the idea of sailing. I am sure it''s alot of work. The actually moving the craft by the power of the wind, etc. I grew up on the river, but never had the oportunity to sail. I think I have been in and operated almost every other type of water craft though. I think what has drawn me to the idea of sailing is the peace and serenity. WI do love boating... but I hate the noise of an engine. It kind of takes away from the tranquility. (I really love canoeing down quiet streams, with just the sound of nature as my background music). I have a frind who knows how to sail, but for many years he has been without a boat. Maybe I should see if he wants to maybe get back into sailing? Perhaps we could go in together for a day rental and he could show me the ropes?

Thanks again John for the help.
Mark