Major accomplishment last week. 166, plus or minus, holes drilled, a bruised cheek, scraped knuckles, bolts installed and the toe rail is finally in place. After we sent Vic and Marilynn off for fun and relaxation on Whisper, Reggie and I had the pleasure of finishing the project on our own. I sat up on the deck soaking up the rays while Reggie was inside. I occasionally had to stuff a bolt into one of the holes so that Reggie could put on the washers and nuts. No easy chore as it required him to squeeze into cupboards, cubbies, lockers and other tiny places. Sometimes his arm was asked to bend in directions that arms aren't built to bend. Putting washers and nuts on bolts that he couldn't see was the easy part. Do we love the toe rail because we did it or because it is really awesome? We'll let you decide
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Next major project is painting the deck and coachroof. After days of filling, sanding and washing, we have started painting. First coat on the non non-skid (slick?) is applied. Second coat was to be applied last night, but it was too dry! Who would have thunk? Directions say that it has to be 55% humidity or higher and it was around 45%. Lower humidity causes it to 'kick' to fast. We will be putting on coat number two this morning. The decision then is what will we do in the afternoon? Work inside and remember to watch our step when outside, or ???
We have about a month before we will be heading north. The list is a little shorter, but still way too long. I do like to work on projects and Submit is going to be one of the most beautiful yachts on the pond. Well maybe I'm a little prejudiced.
Barbara
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