Cheap and complicated, just like me
This post is probably only going to be entertaining if you think energy budgets and renewable power generation are sexy. Harmony and I have agonized about how much power we’re […]
Tack overboard
Last night Harmony and I were sitting on the floor in the cabin working on a solar panel when over my shoulder I felt a presence. I looked toward the […]
Endless necessity
We have entered the voyage preparation phase full force. On its base level for me, this means outfitting Serenity and ourselves for a great adventure full of overanticipated misfortunes. On […]
Our new neighbors
I’ve always cherished the idea of a neighborhood, of having neighbors who would gladly loan you tools or help you out in a pinch, of being a good neighbor who […]
Romantic encounters
Our one-year anniversary was yesterday, but in typical fashion we waited until the next day to celebrate (we usually celebrate major holidays and our birthdays when it’s convenient or when […]
The $0.10 Tour
Howdy, For those that haven’t yet joined us for an afternoon sail, or for those who’ve seen the boat in various states of dismantlement, here are a few photos of […]
The science of sleep
When you are a man, as I often am, and when you live on a 30-foot sailboat with your wife, as I now have occasion to do, you may find that the […]
Of wool socks and lingerie
Jeff already alluded to the fact that I was feeling impulsive last weekend. I had just submitted a draft of my thesis (which my adviser refers to as a tome) and only […]
The perfect storm
I think at some point there was a plan. I’m pretty sure it involved me quitting work first, followed by Harmony finishing grad school, then finally on to packing up […]
State of the plan
Step 1: Jeff Quits His Job
Intentional unemployment? Who does that? Me, starting June 1st! With any luck, the summer will provide most if not all of the necessary time to get the boat ready and take part in all the weddings and family vacations that will crowd this time in life.
Step 2: Harmony Becomes a Master
The lady finishes her grad school program in June also and will join me in at least part-time bumdom.
Step 3: Prepare Serenity and Ourselves