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Boat Mess

Published on July 6, 2023; last updated on July 4, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Boat mess is part of working on a project in a small space. There just isn’t room to neatly move stuff aside. A look at what happens.

Decision-Making While Cruising

Published on July 5, 2023; last updated on July 29, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Two men on a boat talking - decision-making

Decision-making on a cruising boat is challenging–unless you’re alone. We use these guidelines to help make it easier.

🎧 The Not-So-Dismal Swamp

Published on July 4, 2023; last updated on January 4, 2025 by Nica Waters

Don’t pay attention to the name. The Dismal Swamp is better than the name. Here’s what you need to know.

🎧How to Store Bread on a Boat

Published on June 30, 2023; last updated on January 4, 2025 by Carolyn Shearlock

How do you store bread on a boat–without it getting crushed? Here are a few tips to try.

Best Sheets for Boats

Published on June 28, 2023; last updated on July 31, 2024 by Carolyn Shearlock

V-berth bed on a boat - Sheets for boats

Buying sheets for boats can be a nightmare. Here are our suggestions to make this chore easier. And to help you sleep well onboard.

🎧Yummy Red Lentil Soup

Published on June 27, 2023; last updated on January 4, 2025 by Nica Waters

This delicious red lentil soup with curry flavor is great for when you’re busy. And it’s easily made from ingredients you already have in your pantry.

🎧The People You Meet While Cruising

Published on June 23, 2023; last updated on January 4, 2025 by Carolyn Shearlock

What’s even better than the stunning places you see as a cruiser? How about the people you meet?

How to Avoid a Dinghy Disaster

Published on June 21, 2023; last updated on June 26, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Hand on dinghy tiller with kill switch to avoid dinghy disaster

How do you avoid dinghy disaster? Don’t wait to follow these tips to stay safe. They just might safe your life.

🎧In Medias Res 

Published on June 20, 2023; last updated on January 4, 2025 by Nica Waters

A northbound passage changes underway – learn about how we decided on the best stops and starts along the way.

A Project Bag for Boat Work

Published on June 17, 2023; last updated on June 21, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock/Julie Tijerina

How do you keep all the little pieces of a boat project in one place? Try a project bag. You won’t regret it.

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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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🎧Boat Wiring Tips to DIY

October 25, 2025 By Carolyn Shearlock

With a few tips for boat wiring, you can get good results the first time without much stress. This is what I wish I knew when I started out.

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Managing Sleep on an Overnight Passage

October 23, 2025 By Carolyn Shearlock

Worried about managing sleep on an overnight passage. Our tips will help. Sleeping well begins long before laying your head down 😴

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🎧Perfect Cruising Days You Dream About

October 18, 2025 By Nica Waters

For those perfect cruising days that defy description . . . , Or how the unexpected joy of sailing in the Tuamotus leads to a new term–pas de suckage. Summary Working on Calypso in the […]

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