Whaler Central - Boston Whaler Boat Information and Photos

Posted by Jeff on 02/09/08 - 2:53 PM

This past Tuesday brought in a new chapter in my life and a new friend to share the Whaler with.

Quinton Reece Rohlfing
6lbs 11.6oz

I am really looking forward to passing the joy of the water on to him just as my father did for me, and his father did for him.

Thanks to everyone who has sent emails concerning the well being of my family in the past couple days. It is appreciated. I did not mean to make it sound dire when I replied to Whalerdan's post where he was looking for me.

Edited by Jeff on 02/09/08 - 2:57 PM

Posted by Phil T on 02/09/08 - 4:12 PM

Jeff -

Congratulations again. Great photo, must get his great looks from Erin! LOL
Lisa and I were just talking about you and we realized that the 1st year is easy, second year also not so bad till they start to walk. Once they walk AND talk, it goes downhill fast! Enjoy this as much as you can. Remember V day is coming up and she deserves a good gift!

It's a good thing you have a turn key boat!

Posted by kamie on 02/09/08 - 6:59 PM

#10

Wow, Congrats to you and Erin, He looks sooooo cute. are you sure you got his best side :)

Posted by Yiddil on 02/09/08 - 7:31 PM

#11

Mazel Tov! My friend, May you go boating in a whaler with your son all the days of your life together:) and have that same smile you had the first time you saw him , everytime you lay on eyes on him, all your life:) Henry

Posted by Grady95 on 02/09/08 - 8:20 PM

#12

Hey Buddy,
See what I mean? Isn't it wonderful?
I'm very excited for you and your new family Jeff. Welcome to the big leagues!
God Bless You All,
The DuPre Family

Posted by ioptfm on 02/09/08 - 8:23 PM

#13

Way to go! Now you'll have plenty of help in all of your restoration projects! :D

Posted by Doug V on 02/09/08 - 10:30 PM

#14

Jeff,

Congratulations! He is a very handsome addition to your family. You and your wife should be proud.

Doug

Posted by MW on 02/10/08 - 1:04 AM

#15

YEA ! welcome to the world of Diapers, and Formula, now I'll have someone to talk to at 4 am on "w/c" when "Marcy" (6 mos.) gets up (note time stamp on post's), I know what you mean, these are "Whaler Kids", they don't know how "Fortunate" they are,....when people say "Congrats" on the baby, say what I said... "It was easy, they sell books on it ya know".......Glad all are well !
mw

Edited by MW on 02/10/08 - 1:04 AM

Posted by joninnj on 02/10/08 - 6:24 PM

#17

Many Congrads to you and your wife. Kids are a joy... most of time...:D Have one about to go to college, start saving...

The best

Posted by Jeff on 02/10/08 - 6:34 PM

#18

Thanks all for the kind words. Really, I mean it. I know he is just 5 days old now but I can not image my live with out him. What a whirl wind of a week.

Phil, I am glad we talked a while ago. I tried to take as many chances I could to just sleep in. Thanks for that advice.

MW, I have a feeling late night WC visits will be in my future as well. See you at 4am.

Take care,
Jeff

Posted by MW on 02/11/08 - 12:32 AM

#19

Hi Jeff !

It's 3:32 AM NY time ! oh yea, and 13*F, want some coffee ?

mw

Edited by MW on 02/11/08 - 12:35 AM

Posted by moose on 02/11/08 - 7:44 AM

#20

Congratulations!!! What a joy! Your life has DEFINITELY changed. Your joy and sorrow have exponentially increased! My boys are 30 and 35, and my daughter is 2. She's in my avatar. She loves to go out in the whaler and it's such a joy to see the huge smile on her face on the water. I wish you all the best in boating and life.
Mike

Posted by Blue_Northern on 02/11/08 - 11:10 AM

#21

My youngest just turned 3 and is already saying he wants to go fishing. The first couple years it does NOT happen -- but groom them right and you will have a reason to get out on the water every weekend. CONGRATS!

Rob:D

Posted by DaveS on 02/11/08 - 11:56 AM

#22

Congrats on the new addition...it won't be long before you'll be hearing, "Dad, can I have the keys to the Whaler?"

These are the good times, make some memories and enjoy the ride...it's the best show in town!

Dave

Posted by Davidk on 02/11/08 - 4:14 PM

#23

...and in the true spirit of people giving advice that you never wanted to hear.....put him in a life jacket this spring and get him on the boat. He won't be too young. Mine is 3 now and was on the boat at 5 months (born in November). She now gets excited to see and be on boats. If she sees a rope on the ground she tells me its a line for the boat.

Kids are priceless.