We get a lot of comments wondering what in the world we do on the boat all day. Many people assume that we would get bored and sick of each other. The truth is that our boat is our home. So we do pretty much the same thing you do in your house. Here is a little glimpse at what living life on a boat is really like.
We very rarely spend the entire day on the boat unless we are making a long passage. The majority of our days are spent either exploring the water or land. We have our dinghy as our main mode of transportation on the water. We take her fishing, diving, exploring, and out to dinner.
When we are actually on solid ground we get a lot of walking miles in. When we are cruising around the keys or in the Bahamas the islands are generally small enough to see plenty by foot. We will occasionally order an uber if absolutely necessary.
In the morning we make a standard breakfast. We don’t have an electric coffee maker but our french press works just fine. Our eggs are scrambled on our propane stove and our view is to die for.
The days that we have to do computer work we either set up a hotspot from our phones and work at the table or take the dinghy to shore and find a coffee shop with wifi.
At the end of the day we go back to our cozy home and cook dinner. We do not have a T.V. but we have plenty of games, books, and Netflix downloaded on our Ipad. I am currently on a giant losing streak of chess with Billy but I can still kick his butt in Rummy. Right now I am currently reading Maiden Voyage and Billy is trying to learn more about Florida history by reading A Land Remembered. If we do happen to have good service we can stream Youtube videos or watch movies on Netflix.
If there is an instance that we need a little space from each other there are plenty of places to hide 😛 The trampolines on the bow are a great place to sit back and relax. We have a full bed and bathroom in each hull that is separate from the galley. This gives us complete privacy if we have guests over. The main cabin is very cozy and is a great place to get work done.
There are a few differences from living in a house… If we just so happen to not mesh well with our neighbors, we can pull up the hook and find a new neighborhood. If the weather is a little too chilly we can chase the sunshine and warm weather.
We may not have to mow the lawn but scraping barnacles off the bottom is very comparable 😛
If you have ever wondered what it was like to live on a boat, now you know.
Thanks for reading!
Sierra 🙂
You guys are great, you keep the dream alive for all all of us! Stay greatful and you will keep is smiling!
Great article and I,m sure you two stay busy, plus Jetty. Can’t forget Jetty.
Awesome article: I know you probably know this but I’ll share it any way. For about twenty bucks you can by an HDTV antenna. Hooks up to any hdmi tv. If you put it on the mast you’ll get about 80 channels all the major networks fox etc. Great fir news and the occasional (I must watch that. Also you’ll pick up all the radio stations around.
Actually never even thought of that thanks for the idea Bob 🙂
Hi Sierra, Billy, and Jetty…I have been following your voyage and adventures for some time now and like all you are doing! Please keep it coming. I live aboard also out on the west coast. If you ever need anything from this side of the state’s please let me know, I am always glad to help. My best regards, Capt. Ron
Thanks so much Ron! We will keep that in mind 🙂
Great article. That’s how we stay sane when cruising. I bought Maiden Voyage for our (now 18 year old) daughter a couple of years ago hoping to inspire her to set some lofty goals, and to see what a sixteen year old girl was capable of!
My wife and I both dream to do the Great Loop in the next few years. She is a avid sailor, I’m a powerboater, and we make a great team. You guys remind us so much of ourselves 30 years ago. Just recently found you on YouTube and for now we are living through you while in wintery frigid Ohio. Thank you so much for sharing your adventures !!
I have been reading your post with great interest as I have considered living aboard for some time. It was with great interest that I saw the note from Captain Ron. I know Ron if he is the same person who has a great AVR moored at Bethel Island, CA.
If you still have his email, please send it along as I have been trying to reach him, but to no avail.
All the best,
Jay Miller