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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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🎧Nobody Does It Alone

Published on February 1, 2022; last updated on May 28, 2023 by Nica Waters

From lending an ear to lending a home, we’ve been lucky with our support system.

The New Year – Bringing Your Dream Closer

Published on December 29, 2021; last updated on June 16, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

The New Year is when many of us look forward. If your future includes a cruising dream, here are some ways to make progress toward your goal.

🎧Calm Yourself When Prepping to Cruise

Published on October 15, 2021; last updated on May 28, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

When you’re getting ready to cruise, you may feel overwhelmed. Here are a few tips to help you get perspective. 

When Are You Ready to Start Cruising?

Published on August 18, 2021; last updated on June 16, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

How do you decide when you’re ready to take off cruising?

Cruisers & Schedules – What’s Right For You?

Published on August 11, 2021; last updated on November 18, 2021 by Carolyn Shearlock

Schedules are the enemy of cruisers? Maybe it’s not the schedule that’s the problem.

Climbing the First Year Learning Curve

Published on June 30, 2021; last updated on May 27, 2026 by Carolyn Shearlock

The first year cruising has a steep learning curve. But you may be surprised by what YOU will learn the most about…

Meeting Your Goal of Cruising

Published on June 16, 2021; last updated on July 4, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Planning a life as a cruiser? Then start doing at least one thing every day that will help you meet your goal.

🎧The Weirdness of Nothing

Published on June 8, 2021; last updated on April 12, 2024 by Nica Waters

Musings on the echoing memories left behind in empty spaces

🎧Plan Crystallization

Published on February 23, 2021; last updated on May 28, 2023 by Nica Waters

We thought we had Thanksgiving plans. The surge in virus cases thought otherwise.

🎧Appreciating Family

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

Gratitude expressed for something I once took for granted.

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