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I am a woman who loves beauty and fun. I sail, read, play games, learn instruments (piano, flute, ukulele, tin whistle, Scottish drums, harmonica), hike, sing, Pickleball, explore, and write. My greatest joy is playing or exploring with my five children and husband. My greatest peace is at the piano or sailing. At the center and surrounding it all is my Savior Jesus Christ.

“Smooth seas do not make skilled sailors”

Sunday, October 5, 2025

“Smooth seas do not make skilled sailors.”  - African proverb
This reminds me of the times my sailing instructors urged us students to take the challenge of higher winds and a bit of swell. They reassured us that they were there in the safety power boats to aid us in case we needed it.  I remember a couple of those times feeling quite nervous. One time I was hit by the boom and shaken up quite a bit. I did not like that, and it took courage to overcome my fears and return to the water the next time. But the waters calmed down and the next time in the boat was easy.  When stronger conditions happened again, I made sure to ask more questions about how to manage the boat and the controls so I did not feel so out of control. 

With the right instructions, rough seas can make better sailors. Know the conditions and my and the boat’s limits.
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