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To: Jim S who wrote (3569)	10/27/2006 3:58:45 AM
From: Richnorth	Read Replies (2) \| Respond to of 10087

Do you really think you have understood/interpreted the first paragraph as the author had intended to convey. It seems you were eager to slam him from the get-go! Just consider for a moment: who would not instinctively practice self-preservation? or cut one's losses? I believe the author had in mind of sailors doing their darndest to head for the lee shore as opposed to windward shore (or even seek protection behind the rocks, asuming there was enough rocks for that). Note that the author mentioned a lee shore (that is, a shore protected from the wind). Have you done any sailing where you were actively engaged in manning the sails, ropes and/or helm? If you had, you would have known of the efforts and moves sailors routinely attempt to avoid disastrous collisions. Never jump to conclusions! Very often, there's more than meets the eye! .

To: Jim S who wrote (3569)	10/27/2006 4:27:58 AM
From: Richnorth	Read Replies (1) \| Respond to of 10087

Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson went on a camping trip. After a good meal and a bottle of wine they lay down for the night, and went to sleep. Some hours later, Holmes awoke and nudged his faithful friend. "Watson, look up at the sky and tell me what you see." Watson replied, "I see millions and millions of stars." "What does that tell you?" Watson pondered for a minute. "Astronomically, it tells me that there are millions of galaxies and potentially billions of planets. Astrologically, I observe that Saturn is in Leo. Horologically, I deduce that the time is approximately a quarter past three. Theologically, I can see that God is all powerful and that we are small and insignificant. Meteorologically, I suspect that we will have a beautiful day tomorrow. What does it tell you Holmes?" Holmes was silent for a minute, then spoke. "Watson, Some bastard has stolen our tent." shabbir.com