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How Did I Miss the Skill of Measuring with Accuracy?
A refit in Malaysia taught me something unexpected. When remote craftsmen asked for exact measurements of our galley-down countertop, I had to learn skills I thought I lacked. This is the story of how…
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A Fresh Start for Our Boat’s Upholstery in Malaysia
What began as a plan to refresh our leather saloon cushions quickly expanded into something much bigger. Meeting Calvin at Brother Lim Cushion made us rethink our cockpit cushions, bench seats, foam, mattresses, and…
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Succumbing to the Sales Pitch of Ultraleather on a Boat
Ultraleather promised durability for our saloon cushions. It didn’t take long before wear and mildew began. Nine years later they were fit for the curb. A real-life upholstery review from life afloat.
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Laundry Afloat
How our laundry routines changed as we moved from house to 50-foot catamaran, from three years of handwashing to front-loading machines, and an interesting customer service interaction prompted by Dr. Markus Miele.
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Teak and Transformation: Refinishing SV Aphrodite’s Woodwork in Malaysia
Detailed St. Francis 50 refit on SV Aphrodite in Langkawi: new teak and holly floors, re-varnished cabinetry, and trusted work by Eastbay Teakdecks.
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Betty’s First Essay: The Soufriere Hills Volcano
Betty’s first significant writing project was an essay about Montserrat, which she wrote when she was 11 years old.
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