Bone-Headed Boaters at the Boat Docks

[Tin-Can]

Even when I got them close enough to the dock for someone to get out and secure them there was no "Gee thanks" or anything.  But I already had my reward...establishing my "ascendancy".

It's no excuse, but I wonder if folks are just too embarrassed to know how to offer a proper thanks. Hopefully your good deed encourages them to pass it on one day and give someone a tow.

   Don't know if it's embarrassment, poor up-bringing or what.  I've towed maybe a couple dozen boats back in to various docks.  And every time I do, I remember my dad (Merchant Marine) and one uncle (USN) relating sea stories from both war and peace time. And one fairly constant rule they lived by, render aid to vessels in trouble. Some day it may be you that needs the help.  
I've had about an even split of those that were appreciative, a few even offered to pay me, which I ALWAYS decline, and those that never said so much as a mumbled "thank you".