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Old 05-05-2008
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Originally Posted by LaBellaVita View Post
I just bought my boat last year after learning how to sail and for me there is really no question about singlehanding or not...if other people want to join me on the river I enjoy the company, but it is so nice to know I can hop on my sailboat and go out any time I please with or without crew. I'm a social person, so I love getting out there with all the gang on hand, but at the same time it has been such a satisfying experience to learn I can do this by myself, independently. So far in my sailing community I have had a very positive experience. The men here have treated me with a great deal of respect.
Why should anyone ever think they can't do something just because they are a GIRL? Make your own rules in life- if you want to do something give it a try! The only one really holding you back is YOU.
To me, singlehanding is really the ultimate sailing experience. Just the peacefulness of being alone on the ocean. Good luck to you with your new boat and post pictures of your progress.
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