We left the marina in Nuevo Nayarit on January 25, 2023, with Alison and Allan on board. Since we were only going to Punta de …
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 22nd January, 2023
An International Production
Cadenza was built in 1979, so she is an old boat. Almost everything has been replaced or rebuilt. And frankly, we are aging too. Some …
Posted on 6th July, 2022
Introducing Whiskers and the Shake-down Sail
Off the coast of Massachusetts It’s five in the morning and I awaken to the clanging of the halyards against the mast and the gentle …
Posted on 17th April, 2022
Season Finale
Hacienda Labor de Rivera Not to confuse you with the title, this is not a cliff hanger. It is a summary of the amazing season …
Posted on 17th February, 2022
Magic Moments
Barra de Navidad Photo by Alison Gabel Jay and I have spent many Valentine’s Day here in Mexico. One of my favorite memories is when …
Posted on 1st February, 2022
Confessions of a Runaway Sailor
Barra de Navidad My happy husband at the helm. January 17, 2022 I have a book to finish writing. Instead, I sit in the cockpit …
Posted on 8th January, 2022
No Ordinary Day
Banderas Bay We were out for a day sail last Wednesday with our friends, Eunice, Brian, Tracy and Brian’s dog, Zoey. Zoey is a small …
Posted on 18th December, 2021
Magic
Nuevo Vallarta Jay, our friends Larry and Yoshie, and I went out for Cadenza’s maiden sail after a long absence last Wednesday. I struggled to …
Posted on 14th December, 2021
…And We’re Back!
Puerto Vallarta, Mexico We are sitting at an outdoor restaurant on the Malecon in Puerto Vallarta. I am eating a grilled vegetable quiche with greens …