“The dog ate my homework.”

I never heard that explanation or excuse from a student, but I couldn’t help but think of that when I discovered why my rowing shell was uncontrollable…

The water level on the lake is so low that the supporting structure of the dock is now exposed (above water). Although I *thought* I was as careful as I could be, my shell was uncontrollable because it no longer had the “fin” (or “skeg,” the fixed rudder under the stern).
Hence: “The dock ate my fin.”

In the photo, there is only clear silicone sealant where the black plastic skeg ought to be. Unfortunately, this occurred as I was leaving the dock, rather than returning to the dock. Replacement part ordered…

1 year ago (“Cactus”): http://365project.org/rhoing/365/2013-10-30
2 years ago (“‘Thank you! Thankyouverymuch!’”): http://365project.org/rhoing/365/2012-10-30
3 years ago (“Limits and boundaries…”): http://365project.org/rhoing/365/2011-10-30

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[Rick Schies]

Ouch. You have been having some bad luck with your shell lately.