The "Boss" is in

Jon’s weekend at the boat was very productive. Jon and Rick managed to install the FilterBoss and before leaving was able to run the engine, he was very pleased with how smooth it was to install it and really likes the unit. If you would like any info about it just email him and he will be glad to answer any questions you have.
Next weekend we plan on changing the propane tanks and securing them in their locker better. This was part of the surveyor’s suggestion and the insurance company wants compliance. We will be taking off cover and changing some fittings and getting her ready for the trip. One other thing I may start is the netting on the lifelines for the dog (and all those tools that seem to go overboard).

Passed the Ham......

Well Jon and I have been really busy lately trying to get the boat ready and all the things that go with running a business. We went and took our Ham test last night (The Technical part) and both of us passed it with no problem. I thought that was it for studying for a while but the instructor suggested taking the next part right away (The General), which would give us a wider band use. So I might just do it since it will be fresh in my head. It was not that bad of a test. We bought the books and did some home studying on our own for a month with lots of memorization and figuring out some math questions. Then all you had to do is pass a 35-question test (no morse code).

The FilterBoss

One of the first things Jon and I agreed on was that we would put out the cash and buy our new boat the Filter Boss. One of the worst things for me is to be at the helm on a wonderful day or down right miserable day (which for Jon this would still be a great day- on the boat) and have the engine quit and find a clogged filter, which then you have to deal with it. We felt that was the most important issue with a boat. Our engine has very few miles on it and most problems with diesel engines end up being fuel, fuel, or fuel. The Previous owner Rick (Boat is still at his dock) was kind enough to take the old Diesel feul out for us and clean the inside out, this way we can install the FilterBoss and start with a clean tank all at the same time. Here is a photo of the dirty fuel.
Jon went down to Connecticut for the weekend to install it and get some other things done on the boat (Very cold weekend there-about 45 degrees).
We are looking right now at bringing the boat up to New York right around the 23rd or so this month.

Key West

We took a mini trip (four days) to Key West with Amy and Jeremy; we had some great weather and fun times. We wanted to check out the tenders at the dock to see how the different brands hold up to the elements. Boy- do they take a beaten. I think we are going to look at a Mercury tender; they seem to do well in the sun and salt water. Friday we are going to Connecticut to do the final paper work on Kasidah and Jon will start some boat work, we plan on going to the marine store Defender which is in Waterford CT they should have lots of marine goodies for us to look at.
Amy tried one of Jon’s favorite foods “Raw Oysters” and she thought she liked them until the next day…that will be one food she will never eat again I am sure…. One sunset was unbelievable, and of course with all the sailboats we felt right at home.

Sim Redmond Band-Great Show

Last night we went to see The Sim Redmond Band at the Bull & Bear Pub in Syracuse. The show was great and lots of fun people to talk to all night. If you have not heard their music you can listen to a sample on the band's site. This is the type of music that anyone will enjoy and its great cruising music when you just want to chill or feel good about life. They have 6 CDs out and its all written by Sim and the other band members.... They do shows all over the US and Japan. Jon and I stayed till the end, boy the older you get the harder it is to stay up that late or maybe its just because we work hard at "Living Each Day Like its Our First" Oh yah,..This is from Sims song Pink Guitar.

Please Click on the "Sim Redmond Band-Great Show" heading to go to the Pink Guitar sample music to enjoy, and you'll understand why we love them and their music.

Thanks you SRB for keeping us as young as we feel.