So... mom and I are in the middle of sailing lessons. Saturday and Sunday of last week - and tomorrow and this Sunday as well. Last weekend we didn’t have a lot of wind, at least not in our area so we didn’t go too far too fast, but it was still fun. A lot more work than I really thought it would be. What I did learn is that I like sailing the smaller boats, dinghy's if you will, when I'm going at it alone. The larger boats are really hard to maneuver because the tiller is so freaking sensitive AND when the instructor stands in the middle of the boat it blocks your vision, you have to move around to see past him, which in turn moves the tiller turning the boat, causing the instructor to criticize you asking "where's your point of sale... why are we of course”?
Tomorrow and Sunday we’re supposed to do some more of the independent Sunfish Sailing and then more large boat team work sailing. One thing I am kind of disappointed in, is that I thought sailing would be relaxing… kind of like lying in a hammock. Just enjoying the surroundings and having some peace and quiet. It’s not. Or at least not yet. I know I’m still learning but so far you have to be aware of everything. You have to know where you’re going and keep pointed that way. Adjust the sails each time the wind changes, even if it’s slightly. Then tack (turn) into the wind to start working the other direction like ping pong until you get to your destination…
Wish me luck. This weekend is going to be hot. I hope there is at least some wind to help propel us along.
