A Year of Sailing , , ,

[Marlene A. Sassaman]

Yea, we finished our first year together with a 3rd place overall. Indeed we formed a team that is destined to move into first place by the end of our 2nd year. Our original crewmembers Shelly, Sherrie R., Sherry Mac, Susan Jackson (first mate & team captain), and our very own Maryanne have weathered the storms of late starts, tacking with no warnings, spinnaker entanglements, bumping boats, and being boomed in the head. We not only survived we became friends.

Later in the year we infused Sandi “c” Shore, Bridgett and Karen (Zinfandel) with the women's sailing team addiction. Unfortunately, Sue P and Meg (also original members) were unable to attend our last race of the year and award celebrations. After 61 years it’s hard for me to believe I have finally become a member of a winning team. Thanks ladies, , ,