When I lived in the western US briefly, I was constantly asked if I were English, but this was usually by people who thought all Southerns talk like Foghorn Leghorn.
I think anyone who is focused on one subject can become a jerk. I'm sure there are plenty of violin jerks around. Being well-rounded as a child is essential for non-jerkiness.
Be under no illusion that sailing abroad is free. There are many many costs, least of all fresh water, emptying sewage tanks, and docking costs. Some Asian ports require a month's notice before you can dock there and the daily rate for foreigners is out of this world. I've heard many horror stories about people not being able to make landfall in a country because the paperwork clearing them hadn't gone through yet resulting in thousands of dollars in fines.
Luckily my state as many hidden treasures to discover with excellent water-ways and barrier islands. And for my fellow eastcoasters, the IntraCoastal Waterway kicks serious booty.. and it's FREE!!!
It was one of the first lessons when I tutored English as Second Language students by playing board games.
Luckily my state as many hidden treasures to discover with excellent water-ways and barrier islands. And for my fellow eastcoasters, the IntraCoastal Waterway kicks serious booty.. and it's FREE!!!