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The reality just not living up to the dream? Wondering if you were nuts to buy a boat?
 
You're not alone.
 
Before you decide to sell her, read how we coped with some of the common frustrations and that time Carolyn was totally, completely and entirely fed up!

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The Emotional Roller Coaster

Published on June 10, 2015; last updated on August 22, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

Selling it all and moving aboard means ending one phase of our lives while looking forward to another. We’re on an emotional roller coaster!

Cruisers Helping: You’re Never Alone

Published on December 26, 2014; last updated on July 31, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

Cruisers helping each other is one of the unwritten rules of living on a boat. You get out of this life what you put into it.

Saying Yes

Published on August 18, 2014; last updated on January 18, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Going outside your comfort zone is scary. But it can be so rewarding . . . read more about how I've learned to say YES

Going outside your comfort zone is scary. But it can be so rewarding . . . read more about how I’ve learned to say YES

Learn to be More Adventurous for Life on a Boat

Published on June 1, 2014; last updated on January 21, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

You can learn to be more adventurous! How to be willing to take chances and say yes to new adventures. Being injured isn’t the biggest risk!

Love with a Chance of Drowning

Published on June 3, 2013; last updated on June 10, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

The true story of what happens when you go outside your comfort zone. WAY outside.

The true story of what happens when you go outside your comfort zone. WAY outside.

New to Your Boat and Overwhelmed?

Published on March 15, 2013; last updated on March 13, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Beginning cruising can be overwhelming — there are so many things to figure out. Where to start in figuring your new life out.

What I Needed to Know to Cruise

Published on August 13, 2012; last updated on January 4, 2025 by Carolyn Shearlock

My Mom’s words convinced me I could go cruising, even if I didn’t know everything.

Beware the Experts When It Comes to Your Boat Life

Published on May 21, 2012; last updated on January 20, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Who's really an expert on what's right for your galley?

Who’s really an expert on what’s right for your galley?

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