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Launch Day - Northeaster Dory in Swampscott
After +1.5 years of slow and (relatively) steady building, I launched my dory this morning.
It seemed fitting to launch a boat that was styled after the Swampscott dory, in Swampscott, MA. So that is where I brought her to get wet for the first time.
Named "himinglava" - after a mermaid from norse mythology, known for brining calm seas and safe travels.
95% of the work was done during my daughter's nap times, which is why it took so long to finish, but I was pretty successful in building something to use on future family adventures - while not taking away from current family time.
4 replies:
RE: Launch Day - Northeaster Dory in Swampscott
Ha! That's why I started "Midnight-Maker.com" because I couldn't seem to get anything done until the rest of the family went to bed.
Very nice build, and a great anecdote!
RE: Launch Day - Northeaster Dory in Swampscott
I would aprciate to take a look at your dory. I live right down the street from that launch point. I can bring my CLC passamaker or a kayak or two.
If possible post the time when you wil be down there again.
Sunday July 21 looks lke agourgeous day.
Anthony
RE: Launch Day - Northeaster Dory in Swampscott
Congratulations on a great looking dory. My NED is sitting in my garage half finished and you have just lite the spark i needed to get it complete. BTW I love the name!
RE: Launch Day - Northeaster Dory in Swampscott
» Submitted by Gramps - Sat, 7/13/19 » 5:50 PM
All I can say is, "Oh! What! Boundless! Joy!" You, sir, are well and truly blessed with your fine looking boat and fine looking crew. I wish you all joy of your "girls"!
Judging by the photos, she looks really good. Your daughter's naps must have been just the right amount of time. <;-)
.....Michael