Cruising can be an odd and wondrous lifestyle. Here are a few things that
spark joy for us on board s/v Argon. And a nod to Marie Kondo...
Captain Linda Perry Riera
Sparks of Joy for Linda:
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Dinghy outboard
starts on first pull
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Water (and fuel) gauges full
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Street food and local markets |
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Morning swims in beautifully clear, safe anchorages |
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Early morning coffee in
the cockpit |
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Visits with kids |
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Paddle boarding |
Sparks of Joy for Bob:
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4G LTE / reliable WiFi
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Solar panels
generating 15 amps
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Making pictures |
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Catching Mahi (confession: this pic is from 2017; no Mahi yet in 2018/9)
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A clean bottom |
love the post. sparks joy for me.
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