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Category: Packing up and moving

Packing Up and Moving describes how we transitioned from life in a house to a life on a St Francis 50 catamaran. The blog posts in this sub-category covers the pure chaos of downsizing to being able to reflect back and provide some lessons learned and checklists.

Transitioning to a boat: Our REI Kingdom 8 tent is bigger than our minivan.
June 23, 2015August 26, 2026Lorraine Escher

Transitioning to a Boat: House Rented, Sailboat Not Ready

June 21, 2015September 13, 2026Lorraine Escher

2 Long-Term Basement Storage Solutions for Travelers

Before-moving-aboard
June 19, 2015August 15, 2026Lorraine Escher

Before Moving Aboard: With House Rented, Where Will We Live?

Catamaran Refit: SV Aphrodite a St Francis 50 catamaran in Palmetto Florida
June 11, 2015August 24, 2026Lorraine Escher

Catamaran Refit: Preparing Our Boat for Cruising

Begonias in front of one of our planters just before they were planted
June 4, 2015September 14, 2026Lorraine Escher

Preparing to Move Aboard: Getting Our House Ready for Tenants

Moving out before sailing: June 1st, Our living room
June 2, 2015September 2, 2026Lorraine Escher

Moving Out Before Sailing: Our Final House Checklist

Downsizing room by room
May 31, 2015September 9, 2026Lorraine Escher

Downsizing Room by Room: A Simple Strategy for a Big Task

Thrift Store Shopping: A tureen purchased in Ottawa
May 21, 2015September 9, 2026Lorraine Escher

Thrift Store Shopping: Was the Adrenaline Rush Worth It?

Creating Curb Appeal in A Forest: a Child walks down a path in a forested property in Carp, Ontario
May 19, 2015September 9, 2026Lorraine Escher

Creating Curb Appeal in a Forest: A 5-Acre Woodland Retreat

Decluttering before moving aboard: First run to the thrift store
May 15, 2015September 9, 2026Lorraine Escher

Decluttering Before Moving Aboard: Finding What Matters

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