
Struggling and a Bit Disjointed
So, as some of you may have noticed, I've been a little lackadaisical on updating the site. Frankly I'm struggling a bit because the main premise for this website and the byline as well is “One sailor's Quest for the Perfect Sailboat.” Well now that we have purchased...
A Sailing Carol – Or a Visit from St. Puffy.
A Sailing Carol – Or a Visit from St. Puffy by Captain Puffy Pants Twas the night before Christmas and all through the boat, not a sailor was stirring not even a goat. The foulies were hung in the wet locker with care, In the hopes that sleep soon would be there. ....
Google Sky Map for Android Phones
I just got a new Android phone and was looking at some of the zillion apps that are available and ran across this one from Google and thought this would be something really cool to have out on the boat next summer. We anchor out a lot and look up at the beautiful...
Boat de Jour Tall Ship 2011 Calendars Now Available!
Click the image above to take a look at my new Boatdejour.com Tall Ships 2011 Calendar available through Cafepress.com. The calendar includes two images from our winning photographer, Amelia Watson from our earlier contest. The first is the cover photo, yes it's that...
The World Famous Islander 28, Aurion.
In researching our new S/V Aurion, an Islander 28, I happened upon this site, www.islander28.com. It has a bunch of useful information concerning this vessel not to mention about a million user submitted photos concerning all aspects of this particular model from...
Breathing Life Anew.
Aurion breaths life anew into our lives, Aurion, by name, Aurion by gift. Our simple existence uplifted by a vessel of hope and aspirations. Aurion comes by way of chance and for eager and awaiting sailors, has brought forth a...