Gongoozler

Gongoozler (noun - British slang) describes a person who watches leisurely as the boats pass by from the shore or bridge; a spectator who stares for a long time at something. The word originated in the United Kingdom referring to people who enjoy watching the activity on the canals. 

“Yarns of a Professional Gongoozler: Tales of the English Canal Life at Dixie’s Marina", written by R.J. Adams is a series of eight fictional tales based on his experience working as a marina manager. You can find the book on Amazon:

http://www.amazon.com/Yarns-Professional-Gongoozler-English-Dixies/dp/1434382206/ref=lh_ni_t?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER

Today I think will go to the marina and spend the afternoon as a gongoozler.  How about you?