I like her already. I told you that you are always welcome around here-- that includes her. BTW, doesn't sound like you're getting rid of the boat now?
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Glad to hear it. Hope the buddies pitch in and do their share too.
I had to crack down on that last summer, I had a couple of guys who would show up, drink my beer, ride my boards, and leave with not a thank you but a "call us next time you go out". I give people three chances, after that I just don't invite them again.
Funny thing is one of the guys lives 1/2 mile from the ramp I use, and he sees us go by his house with the boat all the time LOL. If the next time I go by he's sitting on the curb with a gas can and a case of Tecate I'll pick him up, but he's not getting another invite.
Been there before. Our friends are about half and half, a few grew up on the water with me, so they get it.
I tell people two things, depending on who. My two lines are:
"My boat runs on gas, not on Thanks" or "Gas, grass, or ass. I'm married and don't smoke so that leaves you one choice"
80% of the time, it works everytime. :)
How about-- "Sounds great-- meet me at the gas station and you can help me gas up and stuff."
I'll never forget the day my brother jumped out and beat me to the pump and swiped his card.