Tag Archives: sailing

Briny Reads to Share

Posted on August 20, 2016 by vst3in

This month I gave a talk at our sailing club’s monthly meeting. Many of our speakers are from local businesses, and they join us to share tips, advice, stories about their experiences on and off the water. I wanted to … Continue reading →

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Grateful: Finding my Zone

Posted on May 4, 2015 by vst3in

This week’s gratefulness is all about finding my place. The last two years have been a bunch about physical recovery. Though I’ve done well, it is hard to find where you fit in the world when it seems your life … Continue reading →

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Grateful: little things are big

Posted on May 18, 2014 by vst3in

Some simple things to be grateful for, in the past two days. As often, I find, they seem small when I set out to share them. Yet taken all together, they serve as reminders of how important this exercise is: … Continue reading →

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Boat Girl: a swashbuckling read

Posted on February 15, 2014 by vst3in

Boat Girl: A Memoir of Youth, Love & Fiberglass by Melanie Neale My rating: 3 of 5 stars Received a galley copy from NetGalley. I was drawn to Boat Girl when I saw that it was available because I’m drawn … Continue reading →

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Grateful: evening walks

Posted on February 13, 2014 by vst3in

Since I can no longer run, I try to walk most days, a brisk walk to get the blood moving. It’s not hard. We live in a most lovely place, ever-changing and always a delight to behold. Our favorite headland … Continue reading →

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