Ah, the responsibility of the blogger... to inform. So to all who have been wondering if La Revenante has fallen off the face of the earth, have no fear - we just took a break. Somewhere around the middle of May it became obvious that to try to make our Halifax deadline just wasn't fun any more - and above all, messing about in boats is ( and should remain) fun! So we have put off the launch to 2008, and in so doing will have all the time we need to do a proper job.
However, before I pick up where I left off, I would like to tip my hat to her previous owners, Mary Anne Seymour and Bob Schultz, who bought her from her builder and took loving care of her for 11 years when she was known as Amanda. Their interest, energy, and obvious love for this boat, will guide us as we bring her back 'on line'. Here ( in part) is what they say in a recent email:
"Amanda had a wonderful and enthusiastic following along the entire US east coast and throughout the Bahamas. (One year she was alleged to be the most photographed vessel in Mass. and was used in their tourist literature. She also appeared regularly in the Boston Globe as she sat frozen in the harbor each winter. Later, Amanda was the winner of the Mosholu Cup in Philadelphia - the trophy clock may still be onboard.) She was partied on and chartered by many in Florida as Amanda... I would love her many followers to find her,as LaRevenante, and be able to participate in her renewal, if not financially, at least energetically."
Stay tuned. There is much to report on, from the new engine, to the recanvassed cabin tops, and much more...
