Today I went out to the boat for the last time. I think Cuatro de Mayo has found a loving home. Chad, a recently-licensed captain, wanted a boat he could get to know from the inside out, every square inch, understand all systems and be able to fix anything. Bonnie remodeled her home herself in Kentucky and is willing to learn whatever is needed. Bonnie, “Chad said he’d take me to see all the islands.” Perfect.
Today’s “Bravest Woman of the Day” award also goes to Bonnie. It was time to go back to shore. Pat was going to pick me up and Chad was on his way to the airport. He had to return to Maui for a few days. We climbed into the dinghy and Chad gave his mom a knot-tying lesson – how to securely keep the dinghy tied to the boat or dock. Then Bonnie rowed for the first time. I coached her from the stern, Chad from the bow. My best advice (?) was something a woman in La Paz MX said to me one time, “If you can’t tie a knot, tie a lot,” The brave part: after dropping off Chad, Bonnie was going to row back to the boat, alone, in the dark, and spend the night on the boat by herself.
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Chad and Bonnie sound like an enterprising and adventurous couple. You would be feeling relieved and somewhat chuffed I expect that Cuatro de Mayo has found a loving home. All the best in your future endeavours……………………..Marion
Dick and Arlete; I have followed your blog with interest. I am sure this a very sad time for you guys after all the work and effort which was put into your boat. But we all come to a cross road in our lives which may be disappointing to others, while offering ourselves relief from unforeseen stresses. I wish you luck and happiness in your journeys. P.S. Everyone at Singlar Guaymas wishes you well.
George…
George/Mollyhawk, how great to hear from you. Those days on the hard in Guaymas bring back such fond memories. Dick and I have come to realize that as one door closes, you should look forward. Something good is in front of you somewhere.