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🎧Deciding on Lithiums

Published on July 21, 2020; last updated on May 17, 2023 by Nica Waters

A brief overview of boat energy systems and how we settled on lithium batteries.

Published on July 20, 2020; last updated on April 30, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Bad-tasting water from your boat’s tank? Filter it! Three suggested ways to do it, with the pros and cons of each.

Published on July 17, 2020; last updated on May 28, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Shuffling around your boat fridge is tiring. Plus it lets all the cold out. Learn how to organize your top-loading fridge.

Published on July 16, 2020; last updated on March 6, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

13 important things to consider when buying anything for your galley – price isn’t the only consideration!

Published on July 14, 2020; last updated on May 28, 2023 by Nica Waters

Are we truly the sandwich generation? If so, is that a bad thing?

Published on July 7, 2020; last updated on May 25, 2023 by Nica Waters

Finding a movie that keeps my attention is not easy. This one, featuring a sister ship to our own Calypso, definitely fits the bill!

Published on July 6, 2020; last updated on December 30, 2024 by Carolyn Shearlock

The cruising life is uncertain. It always pays to have a backup plan. Here’s our story of how it paid off for us.

Published on July 3, 2020; last updated on May 19, 2023 by Nica Waters

When we visited Totem in Panama, I didn’t expect to take home an art form as a way to carry around a credit card or cash.

Published on June 27, 2020; last updated on February 12, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock/Laura Lindstrom-Croop

Have you bought a boat before learning to sail? Here are some ideas for gaining boating experience so you can insure your vessel for the best rate.

Published on June 26, 2020; last updated on May 19, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

The sun takes a harsh toll on your boat gear day after day. Learn how to protect it and help it last longer.