Instead, I ponder the loss of a friend.
Marinus was a tall soft spoken Dutchman and a member of our Yacht Club for many years.
A Veterinarian, he had a gentle manner and a ready smile for all. He loved his wife and family
and they shared his love of sailing in return.
I never saw him in a bad mood and he was always there to lend a hand when needed.
In his 70's he still skied, played hockey and was looking forward to a summer of sailing.
A Swallow built a nest on my anchor one year and Marinus would climb up to the bow to check on the young and try to guess how many days remained before I could move the boat. Neither he nor I wanted to interrupt the little lady until her young had flown.
He was a truly happy man in a world where few are as content as he.
Fair Winds Marinus.
We will miss you.
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