We started something new
In 1972.

Sailing was a dream of John
Before his best years would be gone.

We enrolled in a sailing class
Which we were required to pass…

Before sailing on the Pacific
Which we knew would be terrific.

We joined calypso sailing club in Newport Beach
And hired an instructor that sailed along to teach.

John and I felt in heaven…
Sailing with our daughters at 5 and 7.

But life went on busier than expected
And soon our hobby was neglected.

But when we moved in 1989 to long Beach
Sailing again was within reach.

And we drove often a short way
To our own yacht in Alamitos bay.

Johns dream came true…
When for his 55th birthday we bought a new Vision 32.

The yacht was not often left alone…
As it was moored in the downtown marina, a short walk from home.

Our plan was to go sailing for a year
As we prepared for an early retirement that was coming near.

As immigrants we had worked hard and reached our financial independence goal
And we’re ready to follow the dream of our soul.

But Johns unknown inherited illness…
Brought abrupt stillness.

The last few hours of his life he was on his beloved ship named “Time out”
Then abruptly came our life’s darkest cloud…

John…
Was gone.

And he no longer sails in the pacific
But at a place that is even more terrific.

While I trust I will see my Captain…
Again