I agree. Back in my T days I sailed with three women who loved to steer but that was it. They didn't want anywhere near the mast raising/dropping, boat launching, etc. But when it came time to steer they wanted the helm.

One was an Army nurse just back from SE Asia. She showed up every day she could. Why? When she sailed the boat thats all she could think about [DSS]. She married a catsailor and moved to California. I believe they just bought an F9A this year after giving their original 1977 Nacra to their daughter. I believe it was a 1977...it was the first year they came out.

The other two bought an H16 and a P16. Both asked me to negotiate the deals. Don't ask me why because all I did was follow their instructions from 3x5 cards with price and terms. After that it took both of them less than a year to get engaged/married. Basically they married the same guy...tall slender strong and a catsailor.

My god daughter has realized that a FMS 20 is going to be more boat than she thought and now wants to crew for awhile. Being 12,she has the right to start off as a crew and work into the skipper position. She took what was left of my sailing library back with her today. As well as the phone#/email addresses of the two women that sailed with me earlier this year. How do women seem to be "attached" almost instantly. Whats the connection or where does it come from? The three of them were together more than she and I spent together. She came to see me... Even my dog ignores me when they are around.

Paula I lost your email. That pic of you and your "tomboy" looks like you have alot of good times ahead.

thom