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As we have seen the various videos chronicling Hurricane Sandy, we were interested by the vessels in different harbors that were attached to moorings. A mooring is a concrete base at the base of the sea/gulf/river that a boat's line is placed on. Unlike an anchor, it is a connection to the sea bottom that shows up permanent, something that won't pull in the middle of the night in a protected harbor.
Land-side, families in homes, are told to head away from the storm for safety, but a boat can stay in the path of the storm and if properly moored, it will be the safest place. If a storm surge approaches the boat, the boat will rise and lower with the movement of the ocean. It may take on water, but there will be less damage than if docked in a marina with its neighboring vessels. Damage to vessels kept in marinas is usually caused by boats hitting other objects, or other vessels.
In life, as in maritime practice, we need to be properly moored, to handle the ebbs and flows of life, so that we can handle all storm paths that approach our personal harbors. Having a strong foundation to attach our personal dock-lines to is vital to become successful in our personal and business lives. We never know when the storm fronts may approach. We simply know that we need to be prepared for the blows.
Be sure that your lines understand where to cast during a strong blow. Understand that no vessel could withstand the forces of nature that may blow without the support and assistance of a proper mooring. Remember that to ask for help, to share the load, and lend a collective hand provides a method to spread whatever life can offer. Realizing that a lifeline is there whenever the storm winds blow is simply one of life's greatest gifts. You simply can't wait around until the storm warnings appear to take effect on the plan. Start today whatever you can't plan for tomorrow.
May your harbors be safe and secure, with strong moorings,
Until next time......
Scott and Heidi
Land-side, families in homes, are told to head away from the storm for safety, but a boat can stay in the path of the storm and if properly moored, it will be the safest place. If a storm surge approaches the boat, the boat will rise and lower with the movement of the ocean. It may take on water, but there will be less damage than if docked in a marina with its neighboring vessels. Damage to vessels kept in marinas is usually caused by boats hitting other objects, or other vessels.
In life, as in maritime practice, we need to be properly moored, to handle the ebbs and flows of life, so that we can handle all storm paths that approach our personal harbors. Having a strong foundation to attach our personal dock-lines to is vital to become successful in our personal and business lives. We never know when the storm fronts may approach. We simply know that we need to be prepared for the blows.
Be sure that your lines understand where to cast during a strong blow. Understand that no vessel could withstand the forces of nature that may blow without the support and assistance of a proper mooring. Remember that to ask for help, to share the load, and lend a collective hand provides a method to spread whatever life can offer. Realizing that a lifeline is there whenever the storm winds blow is simply one of life's greatest gifts. You simply can't wait around until the storm warnings appear to take effect on the plan. Start today whatever you can't plan for tomorrow.
May your harbors be safe and secure, with strong moorings,
Until next time......
Scott and Heidi
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Scott & Heidi Shimberg are Serial Entrepreneurs who are actively studying business opportunities in the online/offline marketplace. Share with Scott and Heidi their lessons in "nuggets". Know Numis, and tell your friends, family and begin to have Hope too.. Free reprint available from: Moorings of Life.
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