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The Keys Salt Scrub

Published on December 4, 2017; last updated on February 27, 2025 by Carolyn Shearlock

Looking for an environmentally-friendly and wonderful body scrub? Have I got one for you -- and it's made right in the Florida Keys!

Looking for an environmentally-friendly and wonderful body scrub? Have I got one for you — and it’s made right in the Florida Keys!

How to Quiet Clanking Halyards

Published on October 25, 2017; last updated on June 12, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

Five easy ways to keep sailboat halyards from clanking against the mast. Silence them on your boat for a better night’s sleep!

6 + 1 = 7, But So Does 3 + 4

Published on August 23, 2017; last updated on November 9, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Avoid arguments aboard by allowing different methods.

No, we don’t all have to do things the same way in order to get to the same place. When is it time to insist on standard operating procedures and when is it best to leave well enough alone?

Sleep . . . or Lack Thereof

Published on July 24, 2017; last updated on June 12, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

Not sleeping well is one of the biggest complaints that new cruisers have. It's a big change on every level -- new bed, new "home," new noises and new worries. Some tips to ease the transition.

Not sleeping well is one of the biggest complaints that new cruisers have. It’s a big change on every level — new bed, new “home,” new noises and new worries. Some tips to ease the transition.

ugowear Waterproof Phone Case & Wallet

Published on May 29, 2017; last updated on April 28, 2025 by Carolyn Shearlock

Worried about dropping your phone in the water? Here's a universal waterproof case that will fit any phone and floats so you can find it.

Worried about dropping your phone in the water? Here’s a universal waterproof case that will fit any phone and floats so you can find it.

Hot Flashes in a Hot Climate

Published on May 22, 2017; last updated on May 30, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Fifteen coping strategies for hot flashes and lowered heat tolerance that can accompany menopause -- and 3 boat features that will really help.

Fifteen coping strategies for hot flashes and lowered heat tolerance that can accompany menopause — and 3 boat features that will really help.

Emergency Toilet: The Wag Bag

Published on April 18, 2017; last updated on June 10, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

The toilet is clogged or the boat needs a pumpout . . . but you need to go. What do you do?

The toilet is clogged or the boat needs a pumpout . . . but you need to go. What do you do?

Real-Life Monohull Galley Storage

Published on February 22, 2017; last updated on March 21, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

14 photos from a Caliber 40 to give you ideas for monohull galley storage. Step-by-step organizational tips to stow everything securely for easy use.

How do real-life cruisers store their galley equipment and supplies on a monohull? Photos from a Caliber 40.

In the Laundry Room

Published on February 20, 2017; last updated on January 12, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Laundry room etiquette is really just a matter of respecting other people's time and laundry. The unwritten rules really aren't that tough!

Laundry room etiquette is really just a matter of respecting other people’s time and laundry. The unwritten rules . . .

Organizing Bags without Cardboard

Published on December 27, 2016; last updated on September 3, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

Cardboard can hide bugs, pick up moisture, get squishy and then even mildew. Here's how to keep your bags organized without the cardboard.

Cardboard can hide bugs, pick up moisture, get squishy and then even mildew. Here’s how to keep your bags organized without the cardboard.

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