Oh, my goodness, I was so hoping this wouldn't be the case!
Last September when Gary, Colleen and I visited and spent a memorable day at your house, we also talked about recovery from surgery and the hope that after seven or so months you'd be back to boating in late spring 2025.
This news saddens me and I'll miss you as cruising and conversation pals. I have dozens of fun boating memories with you, Pat and Patti, including Wallace Island in 2004, and the day you bought Daydream at the Seattle Boat Show. But as mentioned, stay in touch, and make plans to join us next May.
And if negotiations do find in favor of another form of watercraft, let us know because I'm sure you'll want hundreds of us to weigh in on your decision!
Thanks for all the marine related memories you provided me and many others--throughout the U.S. We'll miss your regular participation, but hope to stay in touch for many more years. :love