our planning and preparation continues. dan is definitely our organizer and the most knowledgeable about our sailing needs. his system of anticipating the rhythm of the process which includes getting the rigger, the canvas maker and the stainless steel fabricator lined up is well thought out and pleasurable. we are a great team. there is no competition for first place because we are each fulfilling our dream. we discuss the choices we have to make and listen to one another brainstorm our options. the decision about whether the fresh water should be pressurized as gypsy is already set up or whether we should eliminate the pressure and put both the fresh water and the salt water on foot pumps causes us both to speculate. our intention is that as we cruise our family and friends will join us in various ports. although i wish to be a gracious hostess, i imagine we will set the tone to our guests as to how we live aboard our boat; which may not be the way they are accustomed. water can't run freely down the drain as you brush your teeth! so far i have gladly scooped sea water in a bucket over the side to wash the dishes. a spray bottle of fresh water allows me to rinse. so what will be most convenient day after day in varying conditions? after a discussion imaging a variety of scenarios we decided to keep the fresh water pressurized and add a salt water pump to our galley sink.
