The answer might reside in your availability. If you're primarily boating on weekends the wakes will limit your use of the boat. If you can choose your days then it can be fine.
My experience with our 18' Sea Ray bow rider has led me to believe that wind driven waves are seldom the problem. Wakes, large and multidirectional can make things uncomfortable and in some cases, unsafe.
Maintaining good situational awareness is important. Going places can sometimes mean zig zagging all over to keep your bow meeting the waves a the correct angle.
If the choice is small boating vs no boating...go boating!
p.s. You'll fit into places many cannot when docking for lunch!
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