the boat; ahem!!.... OUR new-old boat!

Ben and I are back in the states for a few weeks so he (and we at some point) can work on our boat. Our original hope was to have to done before the wedding, but after some de-construction, Ben realized that there were more things to be done and we need much more time to do them (and man power and money). But, we'll do what we can in the time that we have, with the resources that we have. He's already put so much love in the boat and most of the "major system projects" are complete. Here are some pics of her! (Ben has already documented some on Facebook and we'll do a boat web site at some point later...)

Beautiful, Classic Lines

I'm posting some of her best shots, as I get a little nervous with her "before" pictures. If you are friends with Ben on FB, then you know why. She needs A LOT of TLC due to her age and the lack of care she got with the previous owner (especially down below!) As Ben said, we need to get her "Alicia-ready" before we sail her back to Abaco. And as you may have heard "A boat really is never 'finished'" ...there will always be projects, things to fix and upkeep to maintain.

38' Down Easter (1979)

She has a main cabin (V berth) and also a smaller stateroom. Plus there could be another "bed" in the main cabin area. 3 friendly couples could sleep cozily... (they better like each other and not snore!) Or a few couples and kids would work too...

Sitting in her slip at the BWB Marina

Her view every evening (not bad!)

She does have a lot of room for her size. It's hard to tell, but there is a lot of deck space that will be perfect for sailing, lounging, etc. Also the main cabin is quite spacious. We've had quite a few people hanging out there at once and it was great! Getting used to the small spaces will take some work. I have gotten used to the boat that Ben captains, but that is VERY different (It is a 42' luxury power boat built less than 10 years ago.)

But, once we get some things going, we will make it feel like home...and our home will be anywhere and everywhere (one of the coolest parts of all)  

So you are probably asking, when are you going to help? What are you going to do?  Well, considering the wedding is just over a month away, I don't want to get too covered with paint or epoxy, have too many splinters or calluses, or  get hurt. But I will.  My blood, sweat and tears will also christen this beautiful baby. Well, my tears already have actually.

She won't keep that name! Wait for it, wait for it... It'll come with the official  boat christening ceremony!

Getting worked on (She's spacious!)