On Course for Divorce

Don't worry - today's blog title doesn't refer to us. It's in reference to the rich, young couple who were in the slip next to us last night. Actually, I can't guarantee that they were rich - the captain and a chef they had onboard were my only clue. I'm just pretty sure their marriage isn't going to make it based on the derogatory remarks she was hurling at him throughout the evening. But it got me thinking about the pros and cons of a trip like ours.

Being on a boat with your significant other seems very romantic. And it can be. But it can also be stressful to be in such close quarters. Don't get me wrong - "Journey's End" is a beautiful boat. But it's not large. In fact, Jon is too tall for our bed and his feet hang over the side every night. Not ideal for a restful night's sleep, especially since he has been woken with cramps in his calves more than once. This is one time that being small is a benefit. Here are some shots of the interior of the boat for reference.

Being on a boat can also bruise your ego and your body. Jon stubbed one of his toes so badly it looked sprained or maybe even broken. Both of my shins are black and blue from banging them on the stairs going up the companionway. And I have a new bruise on my chest from another misadventure with the boat hook (don't ask).

Doing something unfamiliar is exciting but also causes some anxiety. Right now everything is new so this is the time to question decisions and adjust accordingly. But it's hard to feel so inexperienced.

Fortunately, we learn a little more every day. And we seem to be getting pretty good at faking it. There are very few Island Packet sailboats here in the BVIs because they are designed for blue water cruising (long passages across oceans). So we've heard that most people see our boat and assume we are seasoned sailors. Fine by me.

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