What Was Your First Boat?

I get asked a lot if Skylark was my first boat. The answer to that is no. When I lived in Virginia 10 years or so ago, I had a 1971 Coronado 27 on the lower Chesapeake Bay. She was a great boat that I bought from a guy in the Navy using her as a live-aboard while stationed in Norfolk. He kept it in great shape and had is set up nicely for single handing.
I had never sailed before so I had to find someone that would get me started. Fortunately, there was a retired sailor living in the marina that would go out any time for a cold beer or two. He taught me the basics and got me out there. For about 3 years, I learned everything I could and spent a lot of time on the water. The Coronado was a great starter and was quite forgiving. Made for a perfect Bay boat and would certainly do well down in the Keys. Tons of room below for a boat that size, she was very comfortable. If you are in the market for something in the 27 foot range, take a look.

So what was your first boat? Let me hear from all you out there.

I Gotta Fly to St. Somewhere...

A huge snow storm blew through the Asheville, NC area last night dropping more than a foot of snow and causing havoc on the roads like you wouldn't believe. If you have never been to Asheville, picture the steepest, curviest road near your home and then picture every road in your town like that...that's Asheville. Rear wheel cars were stuck in the middle of the roads due to no traction and folks with no snow experience were in ditches all over. We walked to the grocery store yesterday afternoon just as it was closing and bought a few supplies (wine and beer) so rest assured, we are safe. There is more predicted today and tomorrow, but I was able to get a few pics with the sun out this AM...enjoy.