Sail Blog

My father introduced me to sailing. My very first trip was in the summer of 1965 when he chartered a 32’ sailboat out of Miami to take our family to Bimini. The sun was just setting as they untied the lines and I remember the thrill of sailing into the unknown. I had no idea what to expect. I had jitters in my belly as we ventured out to sea. The wind blew through my hair and I watched the moon slowly rise overhead. I was captivated by dark clouds as they rushed in to meet us. A squall appeared on deck and I was sent below. Then morning came. I sat on the bow of the boat as it rocked gently. We were anchored just outside Bimini. Everywhere I looked I saw clear turquoise water, white sandy beaches and tall palm trees swaying in the breeze. The air smelled fresh and all was peaceful. I was hooked.


Posted on 11th June, 2014

Our Backyard Farm

The above photo is of Mary Kate & Ashley June 4, 2014 “We have a jumper!” I yelled as I ran into the house to …

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Posted on 14th May, 2014

Opening Day on Martha’s Vineyard

The photo above is of Katama Bay. SkipJack is the boat to the left. May 14, 2014 Opening Day is an annual ritual where yacht …

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Posted on 13th May, 2014

The End of the Road

The above photo is the catboat, SPRITE, believed to be the oldest Herreshoff boat in existence. It was designed by the 19 year-old, blind John …

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Posted on 13th May, 2014

Essex

May 2, 2014 Jay has been talking about The Griswold Inn for years. Opened in 1776 it is one of the oldest, if not the …

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Posted on 13th May, 2014

Roads Less Traveled

May 1, 2014 We took a wrong turn and ended up on some back road instead of the interstate again. This turned out to be …

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Posted on 13th May, 2014

Running From the Storms

Cadenza is on hiatus in La Paz. She is sitting out hurricane season. Meanwhile, Jay and I are driving from California to Massachusetts. April 28, …

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Posted on 13th May, 2014

Back in the USA

The above photo is an impromtu potluck dinner organized by our friends to celebrate our return. April 26, 2014 It has only been a month …

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Posted on 16th April, 2014

Captain’s Log, Water Date 67754.7

April, 2014 Up until “phase 1” of our journey on Cadenza had been completed, I had been absorbed with the day to day details of …

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Posted on 6th April, 2014

Once Upon a Time

The above photo is Cadenza sailing into the Channel Islands Harbor, 2012. April 1, 2014 Once upon a time, in a faraway land called Taiwan, …

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