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Month: September 2011

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Our dirtiest post: upgrading the holding tank

Tig shared with me his plans for enlarging the hole in our head. “Mmmmhmmm,” I say. “No, don’t just nod your head,” he said, “I … Read More ›

Posted on September 28, 2011July 4, 2019
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{this moment} Cirque du V

A Friday ritual. A single photo – no words – capturing a recent moment I want to pause, savor and remember – inspired by Soulemama.

Posted on September 23, 2011July 4, 2019
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Galley sink (the sum of six parts)

“What are you doing?” I asked Serena. “Straining the dishwater,” she answered. “I wouldn’t bother,” I said dismissively. A month later, our galley sink clogged. … Read More ›

Posted on September 21, 2011July 4, 2019
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Nahant and Marblehead, a two-nighter

We left Thursday morning around 10:30am. On the way out, we spotted a seal right outside the marina, to V’s excitement. Sailed north and stalled … Read More ›

Posted on September 19, 2011July 4, 2019
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The legend on E dock

His name is Bruce, and he is our neighbor. His fishing prowress has spawned many imitators on E dock, but no equals. Bruce has singlehandedly … Read More ›

Posted on September 12, 2011July 4, 2019
family life, sailboat

A busy week

:: meeting up with old friends :: lil man cruising with a little help from an old toy :: raspberry and apple picking on V’s … Read More ›

Posted on September 8, 2011July 4, 2019
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Some days

Just so you don’t think that life aboard is all water views and sunsets, some days… …both kids want to be on my square inch … Read More ›

Posted on September 8, 2011July 4, 2019
family life

Happy birthday to V

My girl turned three recently. How did that happen? V, you are the trailblazer, the one who pushes me to the edge of new emotions, … Read More ›

Posted on September 5, 2011July 4, 2019
family life

Happy Birthday to O

This week, my lil’ man, my crazy dude completed one trip around the sun. Words cannot even describe what a wonderful and healing experience this … Read More ›

Posted on September 2, 2011July 4, 2019

Bali Family Selfie

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We are a family of four, living the good life on the New England coast. You can often find us remuddling our house, tending our garden, taking road trips in our Sprinter van, and plotting other adventures. We completed two cruises on our sailboat, sv Wildest Dream, in 2013 and 2016.

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