A blog by nerds afloat
So the Burnetts’ enjoyment of Crete was dampened a bit lately by toilet troubles. (Mel could say here, “All of a sudden, they were having a really shi!!y time,” but she won’t because Greg doesn’t like puns, and she apparently … Read More
That was the advice given to us by a British sailor not long ago, as we were discussing our vague future plans. Glad we Americans relish ignoring British negativity! The Burnetts are now happily anchored in Crete. You won’t believe … Read More
The Burnetts have joined the throngs of American, British, and Chinese tourists here on Santorini. We were able to secure a spot in the packed marina in Vlychada and are rafted up against the breakwater with some jolly Romanians on … Read More
So Greg is no longer is suspicious of the Russians. One stopped by the other night. He is Estonian. Greg views him favorably, as Estonians have successfully escaped from their Soviet overlords. Apparently, the Russians host regattas twice a year … Read More
The Burnetts are still in Adamas, Milos, now at the town quay surrounded by a flotilla of Russians. Russians aren’t historically the most seafaring of people. This makes Greg suspicious. It’s hard to shake off our roots; we are children … Read More