Dudley, I saw Brynn at the Don Pedro marina today. She is beautiful! I really like the green bootstripe. We definitely have to get together for some sailing and on-the-water pictures. Lake Don Pedro was almost ideal this afternoon. Bright sun, temperature in the low 80's, steady 10-15 knot breezes most of the afternoon, building to around 20 around 5 p.m. I just kept sailing and enjoying the ride, but by 6 p.m. it was time to head for home. Getting Poco back on the trailer in the stiff cross wind was definitely a singlehanders challenge. I was thankful for the trailer's vertical roller guides. Connie, My new topping lift arrangement works great. Once again, the KISS method works best. G'night, all. Time for a hot shower, some sunburn lotion and a soft bed. Joe Kidd M15 #207 Poco A Poco