There's always work to be done; chores and projects, but there's time for other pursuits as well. Nothing like sitting out cold rainy weather with a good book and Spike snoring on your chest. Yes, Spike the cat snores, although he denies it. We're reading two great books at the moment written by an aspiring author cruising with his wife on their sailboat Mr. Mac. Chris Jackson writes Science Fiction Fantasy and we've just finished his latest book "Scimitar Moon" with some great pirate action and a little magic mixed in. The other book we have is "Weapon of Flesh". We found both very enjoyable. Check him out at http://dragonmoonpress.blogspot.com/2009/08/scimitar-moon-by-chris-jackson.html