Notes & Asides

notes & asides „ Dear Mr. Buckley: At a recent social gathering a departing guest was described as being “three sheets to the wind.” Everyone knew the fellow was intoxicated but no one was able to satisfactorily explain the exact meaning of the descriptive phrase. I volunteered to come to the next social event with a full explanation. Time is running out and my research to date has been inconclusive. “Sheets” and “wind” suggest something to do with sailing. So, as someone who has spent many hours sailing and perhaps a random hour or two in a tavern, I turn to you for help. Thank you,

Ed Blanchfield