Reflections on a Thistling Childhood

A nostalgic reflection on growing up sailing Thistles, from watching regattas as a child to eventually crewing and racing. The author describes the traditions of regatta life and how sailing shaped their family bonds.

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• childhood
• regatta
• family
• Chesapeake