Launched on a beautiful Boxing Day. I finally got to sail the Firebug and I felt proud to be sailing something I built. I couldn't quite believe it. It actually tacked and gybed just like a real boat, oh, it is a real boat! My nephews suited the size of it better than I did but it was so good to be out there on the water. I didn't have to borrow it, or have to have it back at a certain time, it was all mine. I can imagine the feeling of owning a large yacht could be very exciting and daunting at the same time.
Well, step 1, I'm out on the water when I choose to be. Now I can get back to thinking about that Pacific cruise one day in between some sailing lessons for the youngsters and maybe some mini expeditions around the Waitemata Harbour for me.