Shovel snow, build a new sailbox in the basement, repair weekend battle damage on the boat, shovel snow, make final plans for the Tiger Worlds in California, inspect and replace (if needed) all standing and running rigging, work the Division 10 booth at the Strictly Sail Boat show in Chicago, shovel snow, go iceboating, go skiing, go to fleet (www.fleet276.com) meetings, shovel snow, go snowmobiling, get the spinnakers repaired, rent a good movie and cuddle with the significant other in front of the fireplace. Did I forget to mention shovel snow?
If you're suffering from sailing withdrawls here is a remedy. Put your wetsuit on, your harness and lifejacket too. Turn your bathroom shower on (cold) full blast, step into the shower and hoot at the top of your lungs while smiling. Snort some salt if you want the "ocean" effect. Repeat as necessary when withdrawl symptoms appear. Hopefully this fix will get you through the winter.

So many things to do, so little time. Before you know it, we're back on the water in the spring.

John Bauldry
Clarkston, Michigan
Hobie Tiger 1317