There’s something magical about stepping onto the deck of your floating home after time away. It’s like the boat breathes with you, welcoming you back into the rhythm of life at sea. We spent the week around Easter back on land, wrapped in the warmth of family, catching up with friends, and embracing all the…

This morning began with the sort of task no one often talks about on sailing blogs—the pump-out. Romantic, right? There’s nothing quite like waiting for the pump-out boat to glide up like some bizarre aquatic garbage truck. And then comes the fun part: they hand you the suction hose (the delight is all yours), and…

The wind was absolutely howling this morning—howling in that way that makes you grateful for the safety of the dock lines and the choice to extend your stay in Titusville. Out there on the water? It would have been anything but pleasant. Instead, we embraced the rare luxury of sleeping in, letting the rocking of…

I had no idea the Intracoastal Waterway (ICW) held such fantastic sailing! Today’s adventure turned into a beautiful surprise as we rode a steady 12-20 knots of wind on a broad reach, effortlessly letting the genoa do all the work. With the mainsail and staysail resting, we cruised north toward Melbourne, FL, with the wind…

What’s the rush? With only a short 20nm leg ahead of us, we savored the morning laziness on the mooring ball, relishing the tranquility. No fancy breakfast today, just a bowl of extra-rich cereal—simple, but satisfying. We lingered right up to the last minute of our check-out time, casting off just before 11am. The adventure…

A late start this morning—not in a rush, since today’s leg was short. Once again, we opted for the inside route, avoiding the strong winds outside. First order of business was a pumpout and refilling the water tanks. The marina crew? Absolute legends—friendly, helpful, and making the whole process smooth. By 10am, we were casting…

Today was one of those days that truly embodied the spirit of cruising—not just about the miles traveled, but the sheer adventure and the lessons learned packed into every moment. We only covered around 20 nautical miles, but what an educational and productive day it turned out to be! It started bright and early with…

What an epic day out on the water! We hoisted the sails in Marathon and pointed the bow toward Key Largo, riding a steady 10-12 knots of breeze right on the beam. With the sails trimmed just right, we surged ahead at 7 knots SOG, slicing through water so clear and blue it felt like…

The joys of cruising—where even the simplest task, like getting water, turns into a full-blown logistical escapade. You see, on land, you twist a tap, and voilà! Clean and safe water appears as though it’s been lying in wait, eager to serve you. On a boat? Not quite. Water here doesn’t just happen. It’s more…

“Mom, see, no power!” And yet our fancy solar-powered cockpit lanterns are recharging this morning. This evening will be cozy again.