Cyclone season in a brand new marina is quiet. Only a couple of boats have people on them. We thought we’d be in a bigger hurry to leave, but it’s actually a pretty nice chill place to spend some time. We’re slowly getting things together, and will move on soon … Read More
Beating the Heat
Ali got back and dove straight into doing what she does best—deep cleaning. There is little that is more satisfying than a spotless boat. What can’t be cleaned onboard gets sent out to me. I had thought I’d be able to replace the gas regulator and solenoid here in town. … Read More
Fiji Reunited
Welcome back to Fiji during cyclone season. Hot, humid, and a breeding ground for mold. Friends who live here assured us that if you stand still for five minutes, you’ll need to use a Clorox wipe to get the mold off your skin. Most of the boat had a green … Read More
MSP to PDX to SUV?
A snapshot of the true boat life. A return to the States from the islands always means a bit of a boat-bits shopping spree. Even things like a Fiji flag are easier to get off of Amazon than they are in Fiji itself. Usually when we travel to the boat … Read More
Fiji Above and Below
It’s officially cyclone season, and with it has come the daily cloudiness and rain. There’s not much to be done about it, and the rain isn’t very heavy or long-lasting, so everyone just goes about their business, regardless. We head to town pretty much daily. It’s a two minute dinghy … Read More