Can readers help with the expenses, repairs and search for parts that seems to be ongoing?
No. Lee and Mindi prefer to be self-sufficient. HoustonChronicle.com helps with equipment for the Web production — computers, cameras and the like — but sailing needs are up to the captain and his crew. As Lee wrote in the October 23, 1997, log: “We learned today that an anonymous person wishes to give us an outboard motor. We were very touched, but respectfully decline this gift. “We do have some suggestions for our anonymous friend and other would-be samaritans. Lee started a sailing organization for youth in Clear Lake, Texas, called the ‘Spirit of Texas.’ Boating equipment and monetary gifts will be gladly received for this non-profit corporation, which has the added benefit of a tax deduction for the giver. If you can share your time with the youth, that would also be a great gift. Please e-mail us if you would care to share. “We are truly thankful for your outboard offer, though. Mindi actually got a little tearful at your thoughtfulness.
