"Raymond," my darling wife, Judy, said, "I have spent twenty-five years here. This is my last winter in Alaska. I am leaving." She paused. "I hope you will come with me." I considered her words and, after a few moments, said, "Yes." I then asked, "Would you live on a sailboat?" She quietly considered my question then replied, "Yes." It was as simple as that-the rest is history.