TIRED of their conventional lives, landlubbers David and Elif Tyson are swapping their Wilberfoss home for a Mediterranean houseboat.

Some will say they are sailing close to the wind. They only have three hours' nautical experience.

But what they do have is a dream - and the courage to pursue it.

At Easter, the season of beginnings, many people will be daydreaming about a fresh start. David and Elif have set an inspiring example.

We wish them smooth waters and a following wind as they sail into their new life.

Updated: 09:37 Monday, April 12, 2004