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Thermos Nissan Thermal Cooker

Published on May 1, 2014; last updated on February 3, 2025 by Carolyn Shearlock

A Thermos Nissan thermal cooker lets you cook while doing other things, similar to a crock pot. Also cut down on stove fuel and heat in the kitchen.

A New Name for Our Boat

Published on April 20, 2014; last updated on November 20, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Choosing a boat name

This time around, we gave a lot of thought to the name for our new boat. As soon as Dave said it, we knew it was right.

Should You Have Electric Appliances in Your Boat Galley

Published on April 13, 2014; last updated on January 21, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Some use lots of electrical appliances on their boat, others can't imagine it. What's the real story?

Some use lots of electrical appliances on their boat, others can’t imagine it. What’s the real story?

Deal Killers When Buying a Boat

Published on April 11, 2014; last updated on January 21, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

When do you decide to just walk away from a potential purchase? Outside of just knowing it in our gut, here are our thoughts —

A Good Boat Surveyor: Priceless

Published on April 9, 2014; last updated on January 21, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Our surveyor found structural problems that led us to call off the purchase. While some would call it wasted money since we didn’t buy the boat, we think it was money very well spent.

Why Do Boaters Put Vinegar and Oil in the Head?

Published on April 1, 2014; last updated on February 3, 2025 by Carolyn Shearlock

A simple way to keep your boat's head cleaned and lubed.

A weekly shot of vinegar and oil in the head can prevent many problems — here’s how to do it.

What Brand Stove for Your Boat?

Published on March 30, 2014; last updated on January 21, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

A new stove for your boat is a big expense– find out what other cruisers like (or don’t) and why!

Boat Cutting Board: Dexas Chop and Scoop

Published on March 23, 2014; last updated on January 21, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

I use my cutting board just all the time, and having one I really like makes chopping and slicing so much better. I've had this for a couple of months and LOVE it!

I use my cutting board just all the time, and having one I really like makes chopping and slicing so much better. I’ve had this for a couple of months and LOVE it!

Manage Your Boat Trash to Avoid Bugs

Published on March 21, 2014; last updated on May 1, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Want a bug-free boat? Manage your trash so they don't see your boat as an all-you-can-eat buffet!

Want a bug-free boat? Manage your trash so they don’t see your boat as an all-you-can-eat buffet!

Are Green Potatoes Safe to Eat?

Published on March 19, 2014; last updated on May 31, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

If your potatoes have a green tint, can you go ahead and eat them? Anything special you should do? How about potato eyes?

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Carolyn Shearlock

Hi! I'm Carolyn Shearlock. My husband and I have been living on a boat and cruising over 17 years and 13,000 miles, first on a Tayana 37 monohull and then on a 34' Gemini catamaran. Along the way, we sold pretty much everything we owned (twice!), gained a great boat dog, had a bunch of wonderful times and some adventures . . . and learned a ton about what does and doesn't work!

      

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