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🎧Making Tasty Canned Meat Meals

Published on January 8, 2021; last updated on May 28, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Yes, you can make delicious meals with canned meats. Here’s how.

Published on January 5, 2021; last updated on May 17, 2023 by Nica Waters

Realizing I need a general plan to look forward to was a change for me. Understanding what that meant was helpful to Jeremy.

Published on January 1, 2021; last updated on May 28, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Are you a new cruiser having trouble sleeping? It’s understandable. Here’s how to rest better.

Published on December 29, 2020; last updated on May 19, 2023 by Nica Waters

Gratitude expressed for something I once took for granted.

Published on December 25, 2020; last updated on May 25, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Whether it’s hot flashes or it’s just plain hot, there are ways to cope. Here’s how I stay cool on our boat in the tropics.

Published on December 22, 2020; last updated on March 31, 2025 by Carolyn Shearlock

How to make a winter boat cover. DIY project with all the details and links to materials.

Published on December 19, 2020; last updated on May 7, 2022 by Carolyn Shearlock

No thermostat or thermometer on your oven? Get this external digital oven thermometer – no need to open the door to check the temperature

Published on December 18, 2020; last updated on May 23, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Even if you have a shower on your boat, a solar shower might be better. Here’s why. And how to use one.

Published on December 15, 2020; last updated on May 25, 2023 by Nica Waters

Getting stuck in the “work all the time” mode is not ideal. Days when you both work AND play are the best!

Published on December 11, 2020; last updated on May 23, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Vertical ice cube trays for boat freezers are expensive. And big. Try this nifty trick to have cold drinks without taking up too much room for ice.