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Old 05-17-2015, 09:00 PM   #40
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Hey brother, in (my) order of precedence:

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Originally Posted by frgeorgeh View Post
...Someone tell me it's ok! Pretty freaked out right now. Only had the boat a month and only driven her 4 times
It's definitely ok!
I don't recall your experience level from your intro, but heck, even the most experienced skippers have a bad day!

Don't let something like this get in your head.
No damage, no injuries, and nobody died.
I'd say that's a pretty successful docking!

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Both events caught me totally off guard.
Why? And I mean this with all due respect, but you can see what's ahead of you, right? You know the wind, current, clearances. Figure out a plan and an alternate and decide if it's worth it? Remember, in the end, you're in charge. If you don't like it, don't do it.
(ok, that's all the sermon you'll get from me padre! When/if we ever meet you'll understand this part....that's not a halo, it's a glare!)

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My boys had to fend me off.
As someone else said, please don't use body parts to do that.
It really doesn't work all that well with big boats.

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Feeling so frustrated cause last time we went out it was text book and no issues.
And the next time it may be just the same or even better.
One thing I learned in law enforcement, was regardless of the similarities in the calls, no two were alike. Stay flexible. The more practice you get, the better you'll be.

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Damn near hit boats in my slip way.
...horse shoes and hand grenades....
That's about the only places "close" counts.
The fact remains, you didn't.
That says something to me about your skills and judgment.
You apparently remained calm and dealt with the matters at hand!

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My ego sure took a hit today cause the last time went so well. Ugh!!!
...NEVER LET EGO DRIVE...

Things will get easier over time.
But just like anything else, about the time you think you've got it mastered, it'll jump up and bite you in the arse!

OD
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