Author Archives: Sabrina

This has been the longest period of calm weather we’ve experienced since we arrived in the Bahamas. At times, it’s even beyond calm – dead still almost. Like smooth, glassy, wakeboarding water. On the open ocean. Pretty cool, but not good for sailing. We really haven’t had much wind since we arrived at Black Point, … Continue reading »

After some internet research with the wi-fi here at the mooring and quite a few phone calls this morning, we were able to find a suitable part at the local Fernandina Beach Napa store. Brad’s changing the oil and installing the new tank as I type, and we’re planning to fill up with diesel and … Continue reading »

With fewer than three months to departure, our lives are full of questions: where to store scuba tanks, how exactly will we mount the solar panels, where will we even BE in six months? And… can our cat swim? We discovered the answer to that last question bright and early this morning. Nermal is a … Continue reading »

I have about a dozen sewing projects I hope to accomplish before our departure date. One thing on the agenda for today is determining which fabric to use to recover the seat cushions in our salon. Lots of factors to consider here: aesthetics of course, stain-resistance, “workability” (Martha Stewart, I’m not), and now with the … Continue reading »