Twenty days at sea is a long time. The Crew of Windancer IV must pass the time. Socializing is a big part of our day. There is so much to know about a person. To this day my Dad tells me things about him I never knew. Whether it's sitting on the bridge, talking to Maris in between the time she is singing or just a conversation over dinner. There is so much you can learn from a single person. Games are also a common occurance. Since catamarans don't heal, games of cards like Skip-bo, Phase-10 and Spit are played on a regular basis. Board games are also common. Uncle Bruce, Aunt Mar and Mom are all very commpetitve with their word games and Scrabble, Up-Words and Pick Two are played often. The one passion we all share to pass time is reading. with the slow rock of the boat lulling you asleep, a comfy little perch with a good book is just what the doctor ordered.
Author: Connor MacKenzie, Windancer IV "Dinghy Captain" (Age 13)
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