Well, I'm going to CO in a few weeks but probalby rafting rather than skiing. Must have been the other Brooks Bridges Melonhead. I do vaguely remember the...
Today's Forecast: High in the low 80s, partly sunny, 10-15 southwesterly...60% chance of thunderstorms. Damn the T-storms, full speed ahead for 3 marvelous...
Last year at the Annapolis Boat Show we picked up a pair of seats/chairs which fold in the middle and are covered with sunbrella material. (I recently saw them...
Finally got PILGRIM SOUL out for a sail right after Memorial Day - dropped it in the water at Spruce Run Resevoir in Clinton, NJ, where I learned to sail ...
Finally got out for second sail and first with new GPS. Perfect time becasue had 15 to 20kt winds. GPS has cool feature of Max Speed and we (Changes and I) hit...
Usually the "Melonhead of the Year" award is announced at the MS Summer Solstice Regatta, but since this cyber-medium is so popular and convenient, and neither...
Congratulations and Well done, Roger and George!!<br>Wish I could could go sailing with you guys in some weather just to give me that extra boost of confidence...
Congratulations to both of you, Roger and George! Both "cyber" applause and real applause are well-deserved - Both of you set the best of examples for all of ...
Dear Jim,<br>Funny, but the melonseed is one of the few examples (only example?) I've ever encountered of "truth in advertising" - It's hard to believe, but...
Congratulations Roger and George! Between Roger's passionate stories and George's dedication (99, wow) I can think of no better recipients. Look forward to...
Roger -<br><br>I am totally overwhelmed with gratitude for the honor you have bestowed upon me, particularly in being co-winner with Roger Rodibaugh, who ...
Well...ahem...Gosh! I'm flattered and honored and humbled to hear this news! To be in the company of Andy Follansbee, Bill Kochman and Mike LeBlanc is pretty...
Roger R. -<br><br>What a class act you are!!! I study every word which you and Roger C. write, with the aspiration of some day being able to express myself...
Well, thank you, George. As my wife says, I'm full of it. I'm the kid who spent a semester in 7th grade homeroom with his nose and hands pressed to widespread...
WOW! Congratulations to Roger and George! I can't think of two more deserving and accomplished Melon-men. <br><br>My special thanks to Roger whose desire for ...
To Jimg1938--<br><br>Hello! Since you mentioned NJ I had to reach out and ask where you are based. I have been keeping track of the number of members in and...
Hey Scot-<br><br>It was nice to see your message! Have you had ALACRITY out yet? I always think of you and her when I'm sailing. Hope your back is in fine ...
Scot-<br><br>What a great idea. We had good luck last year when Don Traut and I tried floating the Midwest Rendezvous idea. It's great fun to sail in company...
Just a reminder about the upcoming Midwest Rendezvous scheduled for August 25, 26 & 27 at Eagle Creek Reservoir, Indianapolis, IN. Anyone interested who hasn't...
I ran across a quote in this month's CLASSIC BOAT that struck a chord with me. Romney Green was a Brit noted for his Arts & Crafts furniture, but he also was a...
Allergic to the sun! Just what a sailor needs. Over the past couple years I've developed a sensitivity to sunshine, a curse that results in large, bright,...
Jimg-<br><br>Glad to hear PILGRIM SOUL splashed down for the season. You speak of the skiff's trustworthy nature and wholesomeness, something I've appreciated...
Brooks- It's great to hear you're back on the water, but now you've really gone and done it! I suppose now I'll have to spring for a GPS, too. Sounds like a ...
My congrats to Roger R. and George on this great and well deserved honor. Cyber-cheers to you both! <br>I know first hand Roger's willingness to promote this...
Thanks Roger and Congratulations!<br><br>Others have said it - your eloquence and George's amazing # of sails have been an inspiration to us all. I always look...
Roger;<br>It is more likely that you are reacting to an ingredient in the sunscreen than to the sun itself. Try changing brands to one that is Paba-free (most...
A review of the membership list reveals about 5 melonheads resident in the NJ area by my count.<br><br>I know I can get Donald L. to participate even though he...
