Thanx so much for the incouragement from all of you. I've never sailed at all before and am not a real good swimmer ( I guess that is what life jackets are for). I sure am interested in keeping in touch with you, Tim, and taking you up on your kind offer. I will be keeping you all updated with my progress. I guess I'll know more when I actually take possession of the boat. I really do feel a whole lot better, thanks to all the great people on this forum. Your help is much appreciated.

Tudy