Friday, July 10, 2009

Newport Boats

We had a pleasant walk through town today and have returned to the
boat for dinner. In the harbor there are more, bigger, nicer boats
than anywhere else on the east coast. I have heard that Lauderdale
rivals this place, but I haven't seen that yet...

Just a few minutes ago the private sailing yacht of Jim Clark, of
Netscape fame, went by in the channel. "Athena" is 155 feet, with 3
masts, and unbelievable woodwork apparent everywhere. It must be good
to be a captain of industry.

There are hundreds of lesser, but extraordinary yachts here. There is
a very fine Little Harbor here, about 65 feet. My boat lust is at full
throttle now.

I just feel lucky to be in the scene.

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