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Forum: The Sailor's Confessional 27-06-2012, 10:25
Replies: 73
Views: 12,482
Posted By Velma
Re: Confession: Haven't told boss I'm quitting to go sailing

I was offered a CFO position which meant I would have to work 24/7 and I turned it down and went sailing. It was the best decision I've ever made, wouldn't change it for the world. We will begin...
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 27-06-2012, 10:18
Replies: 7
Views: 1,804
Posted By Velma
pirate Leaving port in January for the Bahamas are we crazy?

This year due to unforseen circumstances we can only leave to drive south and then leave the marina in January, are we crazy to try leave then? Last year we left in December and had no issues, I'm a...
Forum: Families, Kids and Pets Afloat 27-10-2011, 08:09
Replies: 26
Views: 40,946
Posted By Velma
Baking a Cake in a Gas Oven . . . Help !

Hi,

This question isn't only directed at women but I wasn't sure where to post it and since I'm a woman this is what I choose.

I've never used a gas oven until now and I've been afraid to...
Forum: Health, Safety & Related Gear 19-10-2011, 19:00
Replies: 24
Views: 3,240
Posted By Velma
Re: Innoculations for Caribbean ?

We are just going to the Bahamas but we still had all of our travel shots, just because we feel better knowing we are protected. As far as the flu shot goes, always have it and have never had any...
Forum: Health, Safety & Related Gear 19-10-2011, 18:48
Replies: 58
Views: 15,594
Posted By Velma
Re: Securing the Companion Way Hatch

We have a stainless steel insert on our sailboat, it works great! I wouldn't be able to get in if I locked myself in or out! It was custom made by the previous owner of our sailboat, we need to...
Forum: Meets & Greets 19-10-2011, 18:38
Replies: 12
Views: 2,002
Posted By Velma
Re: Hello from West Coast of Canada

From one (actually 2) Albertans to another, welcome aboard! My husband is about 6'3" and we have an Island Packet, lots of head room and lots of storage space. We are currently getting ready to...
Forum: Health, Safety & Related Gear 18-10-2011, 19:43
Replies: 443
Views: 77,145
Posted By Velma
Talking Re: liferaft - yes/no?

You hit it right on the nose Zeehag!
Forum: Deck hardware: Rigging, Sails & Hoisting 12-08-2011, 07:06
Replies: 5
Views: 2,666
Posted By Velma
Re: Sail Pack Kit

You've both just made my husband very happy...lol. Me too! You are wonderful people and it's great to have a resourse to ask these questions to!

Thank you so very much,
Velma:)
Forum: Deck hardware: Rigging, Sails & Hoisting 11-08-2011, 12:21
Replies: 5
Views: 2,666
Posted By Velma
Sail Pack Kit

My husband is interested in putting a sail pack kit on the main. I am wondering when you reef the sails, how do you tie the sail to the boom? Is the sail pack going to be in the way?

Thank you...
Forum: Liveaboard's Forum 04-08-2011, 14:52
Replies: 353
Views: 48,536
Posted By Velma
Re: Too Late To Start ?

At least you are of the right age, we were informed in Vero Beach we were to young to be doing this and we didn't fit in with the crowd, I think not! We are only in our 40's. I think the sailing...
Forum: Atlantic & the Caribbean 25-07-2011, 17:48
Replies: 11
Views: 12,154
Posted By Velma
Re: Island Packet 31 for 6 mos. in Caribbean?

Very cool, good to know as we will be crossing the Florida Current this winter. Hoping it will be good sailing across to the Bahamas. We love our IP35!
Thanks for the link,
Velma
Forum: Atlantic & the Caribbean 25-07-2011, 13:15
Replies: 20
Views: 4,179
Posted By Velma
Re: First Gulf Stream Crossing this W.E.

So you do have a sense of humor....lol...and I thought all sailors were grumpy....:D
Forum: Atlantic & the Caribbean 25-07-2011, 12:03
Replies: 20
Views: 4,179
Posted By Velma
Re: First Gulf Stream Crossing this W.E.

So forgive the stupid question but what if your boat is exactly 35'? which do you qualify for?
Forum: Atlantic & the Caribbean 25-07-2011, 11:56
Replies: 11
Views: 12,154
Posted By Velma
Re: Island Packet 31 for 6 mos. in Caribbean?

How the heck did you get it to go at 8kts? we have an IP35 as well and haven't been able to get her to go that fast....tell me your secrets please???
Velma
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 22-07-2011, 10:20
Replies: 121
Views: 32,653
Posted By Velma
pirate Re: PROTECTION FROM PIRATES: The almost perfect solution

Sure there are pirates in Canada, I have a list of them:

Banks
Canadian Government
Taxi drivers
Sales people

the list goes on...lol
Forum: Other 18-07-2011, 16:02
Replies: 53
Views: 12,345
Posted By Velma
Re: Where is the best place you have sailed?

We just started sailing this year and we've only been on the east coast of Florida, we had a blast in Vero Beach, I have to say the people we have met in Florida have been awesome! and this is just...
Forum: Families, Kids and Pets Afloat 12-07-2011, 14:46
Replies: 144
Views: 107,273
Posted By Velma
Re: Interior decorating your sailboat?

the Settee has been addressed so thats been looked after. The silk plants would add to the atmosphere so thats the next step for me to find. Thanks for the ideas. One other question....what do you...
Forum: Families, Kids and Pets Afloat 12-07-2011, 11:56
Replies: 144
Views: 107,273
Posted By Velma
Question Interior Decorating Your Sailboat ?

So we bought the sailboat and love it but I would like to make it our home for at least 6 months less one day of the year. Any ideas out there on how to decorate a sailboat? our sailboat is a...
Forum: Meets & Greets 06-07-2011, 15:51
Replies: 7
Views: 1,702
Posted By Velma
Re: Hi from Windsor Ontario, Canada

We too took the plunge and bought a sailboat this year, its a wonderful feeling sailing! Enjoy your adventures!
Forum: General Sailing Forum 30-06-2011, 09:27
Replies: 7
Views: 1,884
Posted By Velma
Naming your boat

So in Canada you are unable to use a name that is already registered, one name per boat only....so I am told. Firstly how to I find out if the name I have choosen is already taken, what site am I...
Forum: Seamanship & Boat Handling 30-06-2011, 09:17
Replies: 46
Views: 26,821
Posted By Velma
Re: Sailing During Hurricane Season in Caribbean - Need Advice

Am I just crazy? Why would you sail during hurricane season? Am I just a scared little Cannuck? Seems to me that you are exposing yourself to something that would be well avoided but thats just me.
Forum: The Sailor's Confessional 30-06-2011, 09:01
Replies: 54
Views: 15,602
Posted By Velma
Re: Name One Thing You Love and One Thing You Hate About Cruising

I love sailing, I don't love not sailing....simple!
Forum: Our Community 29-06-2011, 11:00
Replies: 371
Views: 38,051
Posted By Velma
Re: What ever happened to learn by doing? Read a book and go for it!

So I decide to take a course and lo and behold the instructor has never even been more then off the immediate coast on a sail boat....duh...and they want to give lessons???? I've got a problem...
Forum: The Sailor's Confessional 24-05-2011, 10:32
Replies: 153
Views: 40,993
Posted By Velma
Re: SAILING with CANCER

Never ever give up and live life to the fullest, you've given me courage to live the dream! May you be blessed with many enjoyable adventures!

Velma
Forum: Families, Kids and Pets Afloat 21-05-2011, 08:15
Replies: 20
Views: 4,735
Posted By Velma
Re: I'm Now 66 and Still Cross Oceans

I want to be able to say that when I'm 66...here I come baby!!! Look out for the old chick with several pairs of glasses around her neck....sailing like the adventure won't end!
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