Warning: This article is all about flowing with life rather than sailing around the world. Some of my readers have noted that they’re not interested in the fluffy ‘how to live a more fulfilling life,’ stuff that I write about (and find so fascinating). So…if you’re life is totally amazing and you’re not interested in making[Read More]
Life Aboard
How to make a macromea bracelet
On our recent 49 hour non-stop sail from Greece to Sicily, I decided to have a go at making a macromea bracelet. As a kid I remember making them back when I was in school so I thought a little refresher would remind me how to make them. After a quick look at some Pinterest[Read More]
Comradeship amongst sailors – the day our 56’ yacht was almost smashed to pieces
Comradeship amongst smokers When I was younger, I was convinced that being a smoker had benefits aside from the well-known chemical high. I haven’t officially smoked for years and I think it’s been over 3 years now since I’ve had a social smoke but I miss a particular aspect of smoking. I miss the friendships there[Read More]
Questions answered about some common sailing fears, not seeing land, illegal immigrants, air conditioning, keeping busy and more
Often, a reader will read one of my articles and email me some questions. Many want to know how to buy a sailboat, where to visit while sailing, what it’s like to sail around with children aboard, practical maintenance questions and some are interested in selling up and sailing away like we have. Below I have[Read More]
How to conserve water on a sailboat – bathing with 6 cups of water
“Bathing with six cups of water?! That’s just not possible!” That’s how I responded when my friend Carole, a world cruising veteran, said that she could bathe/shower with only 6 cups of water. Talk about how to conserve water on a sailboat. Reflecting back upon my land-based life, I remembered taking 15 or 20 minute[Read More]
Couple sets off for a 3 year around the world sailing trip – 15 years later they’re still going!
Who better to run into as we start our around the world sailing trip than world cruising veterans, Jim and Carole aboard sailboat Nepenthe? After setting off on a early Oyster (late 80’s) for a 3 year around the world sailing trip in 1999, the inspirational pair are still gracing the sea due to their[Read More]
