Mayhem Continues…

The general mayhem continues; work lists being worked through, check book being burned through. With approximately four weeks to go we’re in good shape but one always has to wonder if good will be good enough. One of the many bright spots in a sea of jobs was the modification to the existing salon. Last year, Clinton, Dominique and I decided that as wonderful a configuration that the current salon layout was, we could do away with the existing whicker chairs and install a proper, full sized settee. This would also double as a sea berth is bumpy weather. I enlisted the help of master carpenter and artesian Ted Croy and with enough massaging of measurements we came up with a design that’s approximately three feet deep and six and a half feet long. This would also help Dominique with her storage of food and supplies. Today Ted delivered and installed what has to be, hands down, the most stunning piece of handcrafted furniture I’ve yet too see. The man is a true artist/genius and has made for us what will be a very welcome addition to the voyage. As Ted will be coming along on the Newport to Halifax leg, perhaps he envisioned a few nights during which he’d be taking full advantage of his amazing creation. … Back to writing checks.