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**Blue Stocking** · 23-08-2012, 09:56

If I may be allowed, a little thread drift in John's memory.
He and I had discussed his interest in John Lennon, and how the boat was named, and carried the album cover graphic for the "white "album on the mainsail.
Lennon was a neighbour of mine for his time in Bermuda, where he wrote much of the album.
This year, being the 20th anniversary of his death, many local musicians, some of whom played for him, have put together a tremendous show, with CDs and such for Sept 29th.
I will attend, and Mel, I'll have a cold one---for JOHN.

2 Johns, gone too soon.

s/vPainkiller · 23-08-2012, 10:22

I seem to recall Lennon dying in 1980 about a week after I graduated from college. So unless I was on a bad acid trip at the time, I think this year isn't the 20th anniversary. More like 32nd. Anyway, rock on....

RTB · 23-08-2012, 10:24

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Originally Posted by Blue Stocking

I will attend, and Mel, I'll have a cold one---for JOHN.

2 Johns, gone too soon.

You're a good man.

Ralph

deckofficer · 23-08-2012, 10:25

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Originally Posted by Blue Stocking

Think of John and Mel often.
Some folks may not know but John shared my passion for early 60s Shelby Cobra sports cars.
Comments on those clubs when I informed them of his passing indicated how much he is missed.
Our love to Mel.

He was active on some of the Cobra forums I'm on, sure miss the guy.

**Vasco** · 23-08-2012, 10:27

It'll be 32 years. How time flies.

**Blue Stocking** · 23-08-2012, 11:33

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Originally Posted by s/vPainkiller

I seem to recall Lennon dying in 1980 about a week after I graduated from college. So unless I was on a bad acid trip at the time, I think this year isn't the 20th anniversary. More like 32nd. Anyway, rock on....

You are correct, 1980--all the more sadder.

seatrumpet · 20-09-2012, 04:52

MOrning,

Could you send us some more info? Length? or did I miss it? Water maker/Generator? AC? other pictures would help also? Where is vessel now? Would the owner consider a trade for a beautiful home in the US? Thanks for everything and so sorry to hear such a heartfelt story! Sea *****

**sarafina** · 20-09-2012, 05:05

Hi.

Imagine lies in Panama, on the Pacific side, anchored out by Taboga, under the watch of friends there.

She is 46'.

There are many photos here; Sailing with Cancer- One Man's race against time!

Read thru John's posts for further insight into Imagine, he wrote extensively about her here; Find all posts by imagine2frolic
Mel can be reached at mt_lanie@yahoo.com

**GordMay** · 20-09-2012, 05:08

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Originally Posted by seatrumpet

MOrning,
Could you send us some more info? ...

From John’s Blog
Here ➥ Sailing with Cancer- One Man's race against time!

Overall Length : 46'
Beam : 23'3"
Depth : 7.5'
Draft : 3'9"
Engine Make : Twin Yanmar Diesel 3-Cyclinder 3gm 30 FC (27 HP Each)
Reduction Year : Sail drive by Yanmar SD20

**Blue Stocking** · 20-09-2012, 11:18

Very big Lennon memorial concert here in Bermuda to-morrow night.
I will be there--and as I promised earlier, I'll toast John's memory with a Dark 'n Stormy--or 2.

**rebel heart** · 20-09-2012, 11:41

that sucks. the guy on here "captain doug" passed away maybe a year ago, i think i was the first one to notice. really sucks.

cwyckham · 20-09-2012, 13:52

Very sad news. Does anybody know the asking price? Doesn't seem to be on the website. I'm not a serious buyer, so I don't want to email myself to ask. Just think that other buyers would want to know.

**GordMay** · 20-09-2012, 15:33

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Originally Posted by rebel heart

t...the guy on here "captain doug" passed away maybe a year ago, i think i was the first one to notice. really sucks.

Capt. Douglas Abbott died suddenly on Dec. 2, 2010 in Ft. Lauderdale. He was 62 years old.
➥ Capt. Doug Abbott dies suddenly | The Triton

Notwithstanding, that anyone’s passing might be a loss; I'm not certain of what has this to do with John’s passing, and the subsequent sale of “Imagine”.

To be sure, death sucks.

seatrumpet · 21-09-2012, 03:53

I only realized yesterday the loss of this loved one by thread.

Heartfelt with Tears. Sea

**Hud3** · 21-09-2012, 04:01

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Originally Posted by Blue Stocking

Very big Lennon memorial concert here in Bermuda to-morrow night.
I will be there--and as I promised earlier, I'll toast John's memory with a Dark 'n Stormy--or 2.

Hey, Blue Stocking, raise one for me, too. I never got a chance to have a beer with John in Hawaii, as we'd hoped.