The only project more scary than installing a new engine in Maine in the middle of winter was painting the topsides. But the poor girl was starting to look a little rough (especially after we rebed the toerails a couple … Continue reading
It’s not for the winter weather. Or the ample shoe storage. Not for the convenience. Or the easy comfort. Not for the king-size bed. Or the thermostat-controlled heat zones and flat screen tv. It’s not for the “frugality” (Although I … Continue reading
We’re pretty used to snow. Even lots of snow isn’t a big deal. But snow + a storm warning? Gusts of 55 in the bay? More exciting. The day started out innocently enough… As it deteriorated, our priority was prepping … Continue reading
January put up such a good front — warm 40-50F days, barely a skiff* of snow on the ground, and easy living on the boat and visiting friends. Starting with Portland: full of charming cobblestone alleyways, perfect for Tuesday date-night … Continue reading
“I hate sailing!” It was far from the worst weather we’d seen, or the worst breakdown we’d faced. But somehow the combination of a grey blustery day and an alternator that had fallen off (Again. That makes three times, for … Continue reading