A Little Get Away

Even though we know we are waiting out hurricane season here in the Keys, we still want a little adventure. So, we left Boot Key Harbor and went on a little backcountry (Gulf side) trip. 

It was so nice to get away. I know, I know~ we are away. But I mean away FROM EVERYTHING; the heat (there was actually a breeze), other boats (we were totally solo), technology (turned off the phone, no Internet), etc... 

We were graced with glorious sunsets and the most perfect full moon. We fished and snorkeled, SUP'd and swam.  Books were read. Cards were played and excellent food was eaten. We took our time and sailed back in.

The only downer of the whole trip was a case of sun posoining. It was in fact highly unpleasant. Thankfully it was me, not the kiddo. Hubs was able to keep her in the water, exactly where she wants to be. Our second day in I opted for shade and a nap followed by some quality reading time. Just now recovering from it, though heat exhaustion is still on the radar. I did mention its been a tad warm here, right? 

Galley Goddess

We have a new page~ Galley Goddess.  It is still a work in progress.  But, if you want to check out the back story head on over.  

Recipes and tricks along with any and all other galley type info will (eventually) find its way there.  

My hope is that someone will find it helpful.  I know that when I was contemplating the lifestyle it weighed heavily on me.  I live for food.  I am almost always hungry.  I always sometimes love to cook.  I am not a big fan of tons of gadgets.  Give me  sharp knife and a worthy cutting board and watch the magic, sometimes a lot of times mess, happen. 

I love simple, quality ingredients. I want my food to be beautiful.  We eat with our eyes too people! 
I am not a stickler for recipes.  I use them.  But at my own discretion.  Even when baking.  And yes, this has gotten me into trouble in the baking department... but I really don't care.  I figure out what works for me and go with it.   

Food should be fun, and thrilling, and unexpected.  Just like life.  It should be elevated.  There is no reason why living on a boat should change that.  It will at times I begrudgingly admit.  In those cases I will feast my eyes on the horizon and nourish myself and family with sunsets (and an glass of extra wine).   

Settling In

Today was a good day. 

Took it super easy this morning. Did a few boat chores (small load laundry, tidyed up, etc..) then took the dingy to Sombrero Beach. It was windy... Again. But, Coco made a friend, I read my book, and Hubs swam (sort of... Willow doesn't swim) with the pup. 

When we got back to the boat a cruising family we met last week invited us over for cocktails. Our first invite!  

Thankfully I had made some cashew cheese (because we had nothing else to bring). So, at 5 we motored about three boats over in the dingy and had sundowners and snacks with our new friends. 

Coco loved it. She got to hang with kids her own age and see someone else's boat. 

For the Hubs and I, well, it was just nice to talk to other people (I.e. cruising FAMILY) like us. 

 

Finally the wind laid down. So, when we got back to Airabess Hubs went for a night time paddle. 

THIS IS THE LIFE!