.The puffer fish is one of the most unique creatures in the ocean! It has a special ability that makes it stand out from all the other fish—when it feels threatened, it can puff up into a round, spiky ball! This clever trick helps keep predators away, because a big, spiky fish is much harder…
Ahoy young sailors! We are diving deep to spotlight the octopus – a sneaky, squishy sea creature who is full of surprises. I bet you already know that an octopus has eight arms, but did you know the octopus can change colors to blend into the ocean like a superhero? Whether it’s hiding from a…
Wrapping Up in Panama: Final Projects Before the Big Leap Panama has been a whirlwind, but we’re down to our final two major projects before setting sail across the Pacific. First, we’re replacing the standing rigging—a critical upgrade for safety on such a long passage. Second, we’re installing a new solar panel arch and adding…
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The Reality of Boat Repairs in Foreign Countries Sailing around the world is an adventure of a lifetime, but preparing a boat for a Pacific crossing comes with its fair share of challenges—especially when you’re stuck in a foreign country waiting on repairs and parts. We’ve been in Panama since December, dealing with unexpected delays,…
Chapter 1: Meet Captain Dan – The Sailing Expert 🧭 Dan is an experienced boat captain who graduated from the Merchant Marine Academy. He knows everything about ships—how to sail them, how to fix them, and how to navigate safely across vast oceans. 🛠️ On a sailboat, things break all the time! That’s why sailors…
The Never-Ending Struggle for Boat Parts The last few days have been eventful here in Panama! We are facing dilemmas regarding boat parts as the nightmare of getting work done in foreign countries continues. We have parts that have been shipped and lost in transit, parts delayed due to a week of partying during the…
Living aboard a boat with your spouse can be an adventure in the truest sense—both exhilarating and potentially disastrous. You’re in close quarters, sometimes isolated for weeks, and at sea, things can get a little… tense. It turns out that seemingly trivial, everyday tasks can become huge, relationship-testing battles when your home is 35…
An Epic Homecoming and New Horizons: Sailing, Family, and Writing The holidays always hold a special kind of magic, but this year, our journey added an epic twist to the season. After safely tucking our boat into Vista Mar Marina following our unforgettable Panama Canal transit, we traded life afloat for the skies, flying back…
Seven years. It’s hard to believe that much time has passed since we cast off our dock lines and began this monumental, life-changing circumnavigation. Reflecting on these years, I am overwhelmed with gratitude for the unwavering support of our friends, family, and followers. Your encouragement through the highs and lows of this journey has been…