Single, Female, and living aboard?

[Tetepare]

Originally Posted by gamayun

Sheez, guys. Thanks. You're reinforcing why I remain single and sail solo

Oh stop!

There are times to have the "right" person aboard. Like when you launch off a big wave and slam, throwing spray clear over the boat and the sea washes the deck. That's a great feeling, but it's nicer to share. A non-boater is no fun, they're just white knuckled, and an old salt thinks it's just another wave. That special person though, you can turn to, both smiling though soaking wet, and without a word share a moment.

[Saleen411]

Originally Posted by Tetepare

Oh stop!

There are times to have the "right" person aboard. Like when you launch off a big wave and slam, throwing spray clear over the boat and the sea washes the deck. That's a great feeling, but it's nicer to share. A non-boater is no fun, they're just white knuckled, and an old salt thinks it's just another wave. That special person though, you can turn to, both smiling though soaking wet, and without a word share a moment.

I totally agree. I wouldn't be boating if solo all the time. To each their own.

Sharing with your loved one is everything.

[admiralslater]

When I was 19 I took the family boat from Toronto to the Bahamas. I was mostly on my own but picked up crew (women) here and there.
A year after my return club Stop correcting "member" was doing the same trip and asked me for advice . I said" don't yell at your wife" when he returned he said it was the best advice of the trip .

[kmacdonald]

Originally Posted by gamayun

Sheez, guys. Thanks. You're reinforcing why I remain single and sail solo

We kinda figured that. Thanks for confirming.

[kmacdonald]

Originally Posted by weavis

Comments recently did make me laugh... and also shows deeper problems in existing relationships than just sailing issues..

Looks like the fox is watching the hen house.

[Celestialsailor]

Originally Posted by Sea Dreaming

I bet you sail alone a lot don't you?

Originally Posted by gamayun

Do you seriously believe this?

I wouldn't pay it much mind. He tends to stir it up on other threads as well.

[Celestialsailor]

Originally Posted by kmacdonald

Well yea. When I sail with my wife she refuses to do anything. Says she doesn't know how. She can't or won't even hold the tiller never mind steer. As a result I've learned how to get it to self steer. Yelling has no effect on her (prozac) but it makes me feel better.

Just curious...Does she take the Prozc for her or for you.

[gamayun]

Originally Posted by kmacdonald

We kinda figured that. Thanks for confirming.

Naw, CelestialSailor, Mac doesn't stir up a thing in me

[weavis]

Originally Posted by zeehag

i have met many with whom FRIENDSHIP is possible, but yet to meet anyone date-able.
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Everyone is date able. Once.

[goat]

Originally Posted by weavis

Everyone is date able. Once.

Like all mushrooms are edible, once.

[IdoraKeeper]

Originally Posted by weavis

Everyone is date able. Once.

Now Weavis, Z is not single..she has Bubba! It wouldn't be fair competition.

[gamayun]

Originally Posted by Saleen411

I totally agree. I wouldn't be boating if solo all the time. To each their own.

Sharing with your loved one is everything.

Come on, all. I am defending what is really a great state of mind and not a pathological condition. Tomorrow, I'm sailing with 3 girlfriends and a guy who might pass the "more than just friends stage." I am not going to hold by breath though or change who I am to make it happen. I love my independence, freedom, low stress and super happy life. Why would I change that for just anyone who doesn't fully embrace this lifestyle, have similar longterm goals or a toolbox that's more impressive than mine

[kmacdonald]

Originally Posted by gamayun

Come on, all. I am defending what is really a great state of mind and not a pathological condition. Tomorrow, I'm sailing with 3 girlfriends and a guy who might pass the "more than just friends stage." I am not going to hold by breath though or change who I am to make it happen. I love my independence, freedom, low stress and super happy life. Why would I change that for just anyone who doesn't fully embrace this lifestyle, have similar longterm goals or a toolbox that's more impressive than mine

Sound serious if you're talking "Toolbox" already.

[Sea Dreaming]

Originally Posted by gamayun

Come on, all. I am defending what is really a great state of mind and not a pathological condition. Tomorrow, I'm sailing with 3 girlfriends and a guy who might pass the "more than just friends stage." I am not going to hold by breath though or change who I am to make it happen. I love my independence, freedom, low stress and super happy life. Why would I change that for just anyone who doesn't fully embrace this lifestyle, have similar longterm goals or a toolbox that's more impressive than mine

Good on you! Solo is fine, but limiting in experiences in my opinion. Another to "get you in trouble" and foil your own foibles is much more fun. Gamayun, you have the right attitude imo.

[daw_two]

Originally Posted by gamayun

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Why would I change that for just anyone who doesn't fully embrace this lifestyle, have similar longterm goals or a toolbox that's more impressive than mine

Hmmm.......I'm thinking

Okay, PM sent.

I decided I didn't want to open a public can of worms.