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 …
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 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 …
Posted on 15th April, 2021
Saltwater Cowboys and Wild Ponies
Chincoteague Island We were on our way home from Charleston, South Carolina when Jay and I decided to take a detour to Chincoteague and Assateague …
Posted on 11th January, 2021
A Bend in the Road
Edgartown, Massachussetts This blog post isn’t about cruising. It’s not even about sailing. But as all cruisers are acutely aware, life events lead to detours …
Posted on 4th August, 2020
The Great Getaway
Katama Bay Photo by Dana Gaines It has been over four months since “shelter in place” was put into effect and although it is no …
Posted on 9th May, 2020
Floating in Air
Martha’s Vineyard May 9, 2020 Day 45 of Shelter in Place due to Coronavirus Today is a spectacularly beautiful day. The air is crystal clear. …
Posted on 24th April, 2020
Stir Crazy
Edgartown, Massachussetts Morning Glory Farm Porch April 23, 2020 Day 30 of Shelter in Place due to Coronavirus Nothing much has changed, yet everything is …
Posted on 14th April, 2020
The Big Pause
Edgartown, Massachussetts April 12, 2020 Day 19 of Shelter in Place due to the Coronavirus Today is Easter Sunday. I went to mass via my …