Sharon's Overnighter

One of the really neat features of a cat is its spaciousness when used as a "cabin on the water."  Mike and Gina had the pleasure of having Sharon, Mike's daughter, and her honey, Elliott, on board for an overnighter.  We left our marina in the late afternoon, mainly because the heat in New Orleans is already painful and sailed along the southern coast of Lake Pontchartrain to a section with a small beach.  This is just in front of the University of New Orleans.  The weather was fine, though the wind was a little too docile.  On the other hand, it made for a calm lake and great conditions for Sharon to try her hand at steering.

We got to watch a fantastic sunset, grill and dine in leisurely style, and then retire to  private cabins with queen-size beds.  This is one of the lessons of the sailing life:  enjoy nature, family and friends, away from the rat race and all the tensions that brings on.  Amen.