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Gyro Burgers

Published on February 9, 2019; last updated on January 15, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Gyro burger recipe -- easy at-home treat, with low carb and dairy-free options. Great grill-out meal for guests, all the prep can be done ahead.

Gyro burger recipe — easy at-home treat, with low carb and dairy-free options. Great grill-out meal for guests, all the prep can be done ahead.

🎧Why Work on Physical Fitness

Published on February 5, 2019; last updated on January 10, 2025 by Nica Waters

You might find yourself in tight spaces on board. Getting out of those takes strength and perspective. Learn why they're important for cruising!

You might find yourself in tight spaces on board. Getting out of those takes strength and perspective. Learn why they’re important for cruising!

Rainman Watermakers 2019 Models

Published on January 30, 2019; last updated on April 30, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Rainman Watermakers 2019 models are smaller and lighter, yet make 7 to 37 GPH of fresh drinking water from sea water. Details, review & special offer here.

🎧Fiberglass Work Basics

Published on January 29, 2019; last updated on December 13, 2023 by Nica Waters

Glass fiber and some 2-part epoxy is a powerfully strong combination. Learn the 6 steps to fiberglass success!

Glass fiber and some 2-part epoxy is a powerfully strong combination. Learn the 6 steps to fiberglass success!

Medication Storage Safety for Liveaboards

Published on January 28, 2019; last updated on November 23, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock/Christine Pereira

Storing medicine safely on board takes some thought. Here's what you need to know about medication storage safety on a boat.

Storing medicine safely on board takes some thought. Here’s what you need to know about medication storage safety on a boat.

Mixed-Up Lasagna

Published on January 26, 2019; last updated on January 15, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Lasagna is delicious but doesn’t always fit well into a boat oven (or what if there’s no oven). This version can cook anywhere and is easy to eat on a moving boat!

🎧The Ghost of Cruising Holidays Past

Published on January 22, 2019; last updated on December 13, 2023 by Nica Waters

Trying to make holidays on board exactly like those at home is a recipe for disappointment. Learn what to do instead!

Trying to make holidays on board exactly like those at home is a recipe for disappointment. Learn what to do instead!

Cruising With Rheumatoid Arthritis? Yes You Can!

Published on January 21, 2019; last updated on April 17, 2026 by Carolyn Shearlock/Tami Florer

Sailor in yellow foul-weather gear on a sailboat in Alaska, cruising with rheumatoid arthritis

Worried your RA diagnosis means the cruising dream is over? One sailor shares how she made it work.

Fish or Chicken Tacos

Published on January 18, 2019; last updated on January 15, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Fish tacos, Baja-style but more boat-friendly than the deep fried ones. Delicious low carb/keto (6g total carbs), gluten-free and dairy-free variations.

Lithium Boat Batteries

Published on January 16, 2019; last updated on January 4, 2026 by Carolyn Shearlock

Lithium batteries are a big upgrade on any boat. Are they worth the price? What advantages do they offer? Review and comparison to lead-acid batteries.

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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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