amstalder 0 #26 April 7, 2014 wmw999 Naw; I used cloth diapers for my son. Not traveling (my mother's stories were plenty for that). But with a washer and drier, once I got past the first couple months with their dozen or so diapers a day, it really wasn't that bad. And way cheaper. Wendy P. I prefer cloth... The only reason we use disposable currently is because my mom refuses to let a dirty diaper near her washer (and, honestly, the build up of fabric softener in the washer would destroy the dipes). Cloth diapers have come a long way since the 50s Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
oldwomanc6 52 #27 April 7, 2014 amstalder ***Naw; I used cloth diapers for my son. Not traveling (my mother's stories were plenty for that). But with a washer and drier, once I got past the first couple months with their dozen or so diapers a day, it really wasn't that bad. And way cheaper. Wendy P. I prefer cloth... The only reason we use disposable currently is because my mom refuses to let a dirty diaper near her washer (and, honestly, the build up of fabric softener in the washer would destroy the dipes). Cloth diapers have come a long way since the 50s Segue! How many of you use cloth napkins, exclusively?lisa WSCR 594 FB 1023 CBDB 9 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
david3 0 #28 April 7, 2014 oldwomanc6 Segue! How many of you use paper napkins, exclusively? I have sleeve. (Works as a tissue too)Not exclusively but almost. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
oldwomanc6 52 #29 April 7, 2014 david3 ***Segue! How many of you use paper napkins, exclusively? I have sleeve. (Works as a tissue too)Not exclusively but almost. see edit, wait, you saw that!lisa WSCR 594 FB 1023 CBDB 9 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
david3 0 #30 April 7, 2014 oldwomanc6 ******Segue! How many of you use paper napkins, exclusively? I have sleeve. (Works as a tissue too)Not exclusively but almost. see edit, wait, you saw that! I see everything. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
oldwomanc6 52 #31 April 7, 2014 lisa WSCR 594 FB 1023 CBDB 9 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Amazon 7 #32 April 7, 2014 BIGUN ***On the other hand.. it makes for incredibly close family experiences. I sailed with my family from Florida to Bermuda, the Bahamas, Cuba and many of the northern Caribbean Islands before I was 8. The boat and summers were sacrosanct to our family summers when I was very little. You learn about the boat and your part in the rhythm of life on the sea.The learning experiences were incredible and the passages always meant studying ( listening to the history as told by Grandfather) about our next port of call and his experiences of having gone to sea on the tall ships in 1910. You know what I mean.. There's a bit of a difference between hopping around the Virgin islands within USCG distance at 8 years old having learned some things about safety, the ability to swim better, grab something to use as a float, a well-schooled grandfather that can smell a bad situation. And that, of being far enough out in the Pacific with a 3 & 1 year old that it requires USN transports & Special Operations teams to assist. Far better folks than this guy have wound up dead. You wanna do it yourself; then by all means you're an adult. Would you take a 1 & 3 year old around the world on a 36 footer? BTW... cool pics. You gonna take me out next time I'm up there? We made the passage from Jacksonville to St George twice.. before I was 2.. not that I remember it mind you but we have done it a few times since and the best time was when I was 14. We made the passage from Jax to St George, Bermuda and then to Eleuthera in the Bahamas. I say that was the best because it was me doing all the navigating. We are not talking GPS navigating either... I did it with the sextant and I hit them dead on thank you. The distances involved are important. It proved to the Grandfather that I was capable and had learned my lessons. And yes.. I would have done it if I had an SO and family that felt it was important to do but.. well that was not the case. Many thousands of families cruise and we grew up with kids who only knew that lifestyle. Yes some do disappear never to be seen again, but while they are alive.... it is a life lived to its fullest. Make sure you show up mid August... That is the best Chinook fishing and that is when I will take vacation. Before then.. it all depends on the silly ass seasons that WA Fish and Wildlife sets up here. I am getting rid of Little Red Boat next month... but Fishfull Thinking ( the 27' ChrisCraft) is on the trailer and Big Red is in getting a new transfer case and axle so spring commissioning is already underway Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
grue 1 #33 April 7, 2014 I don't know what's worse, the idea of being caught on a boat for weeks on end with no food, or being on a boat for weeks on end with children…cavete terrae. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Amazon 7 #34 April 7, 2014 grueI don't know what's worse, the idea of being caught on a boat for weeks on end with no food, or being on a boat for weeks on end with children… That is up to you and the job you do as a parent. Books are wonderful things the farther you are from land and the more important they become. I can not stress enough... the importance of a well stocked ships library with not only practical books but a variety of titles with which to inspire a young mind. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
grue 1 #35 April 7, 2014 Amazon ***I don't know what's worse, the idea of being caught on a boat for weeks on end with no food, or being on a boat for weeks on end with children… That is up to you and the job you do as a parent. Books are wonderful things the farther you are from land and the more important they become. I can not stress enough... the importance of a well stocked ships library with not only practical books but a variety of titles with which to inspire a young mind. Oh I can barely handle minutes with a child nearby, I just don't like 'em Even when they're being quiet and non-evil, I can just sense the latent annoyance waiting to come outcavete terrae. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
grue 1 #36 April 7, 2014 oldwomanc6 ******Naw; I used cloth diapers for my son. Not traveling (my mother's stories were plenty for that). But with a washer and drier, once I got past the first couple months with their dozen or so diapers a day, it really wasn't that bad. And way cheaper. Wendy P. I prefer cloth... The only reason we use disposable currently is because my mom refuses to let a dirty diaper near her washer (and, honestly, the build up of fabric softener in the washer would destroy the dipes). Cloth diapers have come a long way since the 50s Segue! How many of you use cloth napkins, exclusively? I don't have a washer/dryer, thus, paper towels.cavete terrae. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ryoder 1,590 #37 April 7, 2014 grue I don't know what's worse, the idea of being caught on a boat for weeks on end with no food, or being on a boat for weeks on end with children… Worse: Being caught on a boat for weeks on end with your parents."There are only three things of value: younger women, faster airplanes, and bigger crocodiles" - Arthur Jones. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Phillbo 11 #38 April 7, 2014 When i hit the big lotto my first purchase will be a 65' Swan and my first run will be down the Exumas in the Bahamas... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LuckyMcSwervy 0 #39 April 7, 2014 Phillbo When i hit the big lotto my first purchase will be a 65' Swan and my first run will be down the Exumas in the Bahamas... OMG she's beautiful. I presume you'll be making your poppers on your voyage? Always be kinder than you feel. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
turtlespeed 221 #40 April 8, 2014 I would suggest sailing lessons for that ride first. I'm not usually into the whole 3-way thing, but you got me a little excited with that. - Skymama BTR #1 / OTB^5 Official #2 / Hellfish #408 / VSCR #108/Tortuga/Orfun Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
