🌿 Kindness at Sea — The Quiet Heartbeat of the Cruising Community

If there’s one thing that has consistently amazed me throughout our years afloat, it’s this: Kindness is the true currency of the cruising world.

Anchor Snubber or Bridle? (And Why Length Matters More Than You Think)

If you sail a catamaran, there’s one anchoring topic that almost everyone agrees on (which is rare in sailing 😄):Use a bridle, not a single snubber. A bridle shares the load between both hulls, reduces yawing, and gives you a quieter, more comfortable night at anchor. But simply having a bridle isn’t enough — how … Continue reading Anchor Snubber or Bridle? (And Why Length Matters More Than You Think) →

🌿 The Unspoken Emotional Load of Liveaboard Women

This post is for every woman who has ever felt responsible for keeping the peace, maintaining the routine, holding the fears, or carrying the unspoken expectations aboard her floating home.

Embracing Fear: A Sailor’s Guide to Confidence

Not everyone talks about this, but I will, because it matters: Many sailors — even very experienced ones — feel nervous at sea.And nervous sailors are not “bad” sailors.They’re thoughtful sailors.Aware sailors.Human sailors. Confidence at sea isn’t something you’re born with.It’s something you build — slowly, intentionally, and compassionately. And for those of us who … Continue reading Embracing Fear: A Sailor’s Guide to Confidence →

Troubleshooting No Water from Engine Exhaust

How it works, what can go wrong, and what to do when no water is coming out the back 🚿⚓ If you’ve ever started your engine, glanced over the stern, and felt that little spike of panic when no cooling water is coming out, welcome to a rite of passage for sailors everywhere. Unfortunately for … Continue reading Troubleshooting No Water from Engine Exhaust →

🌿 The Emotional Tides of Long-Term Cruising — Riding the Highs and Lows With Heart

People often picture long-term cruising as an endless holiday — turquoise anchorages, sunset cocktails, dolphins at the bow. And yes… There is magic. So much magic. But the truth is softer, deeper, more complex. Cruising isn’t just a physical journey.It’s an emotional one — with tides just as real as the ones beneath your hull. … Continue reading 🌿 The Emotional Tides of Long-Term Cruising — Riding the Highs and Lows With Heart →

🌿 Relationships Afloat — Thriving With Your Partner, Family, and Crew

Living on a boat changes everything — including the way we relate to the people around us. When your home moves, rocks, creaks, and sometimes throws you around, relationships take on a whole new dimension. There’s less space, more closeness, fewer doors to close, and absolutely no room for festering resentment or unspoken frustrations.

Journal – 6 Months sailing the Saronic (April)

A journal of our adventures in the Saronic Gulf, Greece.

✨ Introducing Thrive Within: A New Space for Your Mind, Body & Soul at Sea

Life on a boat is magical — the sunsets, the freedom, the dolphins that pop by just when you need a lift. The whales (that still scare the crap out of me if they venture too close). But it also comes with its own unique challenges. The weather, the constant motion, the never-ending list of “little jobs,” the limited space… and let’s not forget the occasional bout of chaos when something breaks at the exact wrong moment!

🌿 How to Start Your Thrive Journey — A Simple Guide for Life Afloat

Living afloat is a beautiful adventure, but it’s also a lifestyle that asks a lot from us. Your home moves, your power varies, and your weather dictates your plans. And through all of that, it’s easy to slip into survival mode rather than truly thrive.