because there is always a great deal of huzzle around her; there is usually a gang of men about; she has waist and stays; it takes a lot of paint to keep her good looking;
it is not the initial expense that brakes you, it is the upkeep; she can be all decked out, it takes an experienced man to handle her correctly; and without a man at the helm, she is absolutely uncontrollable.
She shows her topsides, hides her bottom, and when coming into port always heads for the buoys.
Hafenkneipe „The Chain Locker“, Falmouth, Cornwall