An Ode to My Tevas

An Ode to My Tevas

Barb Here (Of course) Why Tevas? Seriously, when we set sail for parts south, I had to find a boat/outdoor/walking sandal that would work for our lifestyle, fit my foot, not mar the boat, and provide some support on easy to medium hikes. I went through 

Women (over 60) Just Want to Have Fun

Women (over 60) Just Want to Have Fun

Barb here.  Lynnelle will be here soon!   Lynnelle and her Sweetie and the littlest Pablo are coming to St. Augustine. My sweetie, AKA EW is excited (I think he misses Pablo) but he also loves Lynnelle like a brother and likes her sweetie as only 

Thanksgiving Traditions

Thanksgiving Traditions

“Traditions” change. Those rituals, meals, and celebrations that we swore were cast in stone are altered as our families grow or as our lives change. I used to think of Thanksgiving as one of those inviolable traditions, “If you want to see us on Thanksgiving 

Capsule Wardrobe – Part 3

Capsule Wardrobe – Part 3

Wrapping up this project of frolicking through my wardrobe, I am breathing a sigh of relief. Lynnelle here.  This Capsule Wardrobe project has been eye-opening and I recognize now that it isn’t a “one-and-done” project.  Part 1, Part 2 and now, Part 3: the end 

The Art of Zen and the Garage Sale

The Art of Zen and the Garage Sale

Whoopee! We Sold Most of Our Stuff!  Garage sales can be Great Fun! Barb here. Lynnelle is the first and only shore-based Friend-for-Life I’ve met after moving aboard. When we met, EW and I had been living on La Luna for a few years so 

2 Things I Miss About Corporate Life

2 Things I Miss About Corporate Life

(And 20 I don’t…).  Lynnelle here.   Things I Miss About Corporate Life #1 – Paycheck and Benefits:   It’s easy to take the financial security for granted. Even if it’s not as much money or as good a benefit package as you need or