SHIP'S LOG:

      Unfortunately, there isn't a great deal to write about sailing in the winter time. I will not be going to Key West Race Week nor will I be participating in the Force Five Nationals in Key Largo in February, though several from TYC will be there racing. Unless one is in a heated shed, there is very little one can do aboard because of the temperature.It doesn't have to be "brutally cold"it just has to be cold enough for paints, varnishes , caulks and adhesives do do their thing.That's where we happen to be right now . . .not in a heated shed!

     There is a real possibility that we will get some serious snow this weekend which will put a further damper on maintenance activities in the days and weeks ahead. This snow will probably not go away as the temperature is expected to drop sufficiently to keep it around for awhile. But the end of February will see the beginning of maintenance come whatever.

      Speaking of maintenance, my ankle continues to improve. I should be out of the "boot cast" by week's end and into a smaller brace. This will allow me to work in the sail loft for Kevin and make a few bucks on the side. This recovery seems to be taking forever and the real downside is that it is pointing out just how much I have to get the right knee worked on.Walking correctly on the left leg after years makes it clear how damaged the cartilage is in the right . Ah such is life!