This beautiful island is one of the reasons we came to the Sea of Cortez. Crystal clear water, beautiful scenery, … More
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Passage to the Sea
We left Paradise Village Marina on May 3 heading to Muertos Bay on the Baja peninsula. We figured it would … More
What a Drag
We finally made it to Balandra Bay, just east of La Paz. It is a picturesque bay that is known … More
Getting Ready to Head to the Sea
We are finally going to go to the Sea of Cortez! Getting ready is exciting. Steering repaired. New throttle installed. … More
New Steering
Yeeeee haaaaaa! After a six-week wait, we have our new steering and throttle controls. Boat repairs are not easy or … More
Hanging out in Paradise
We are enjoying our time in Paradise Village while we wait for our new steering system.
Punta Mita
One day while we patiently waited for our steering, we took a bus ride to Punta Mita, a small town … More
Guachimontones
“Guachimontones dates back to the Teuchitlan tradition, a pre-Columbian society that existed from around 300 BCE to 900 CE.’ This site … More
Guadalajara
After we explored Tlaquepaque, we explored Guadalajara. Guadalajara is a beautiful city with beautiful churches and delicious inexpensive food. We even … More
Tlaquepaque
Ta-la-kay-pa-kay? While we are waiting for parts for the boat, we decided to go on a little bus trip to … More
Sunshade Number 1
We made a sunshade for the forward part of the boat. It will hopefully help protect the boat and keep … More
Beautiful Sunrise Today
Cascadas Palo Maria
A beautiful hike took us to a beautiful swiming hole and waterfall. Well, it was a man-made dam that had … More
San Sebastián del Oeste
San Sebastián del Oeste is a Pueblo Magico town. That means it has maintained it’s historical character like a historic … More
Mary turns 60!
I had a fantastic birthday. I feel so blessed to have so many people remember and send birthday wishes. I … More
Projects
As we are “stranded” in Paradise Village Marina, we got some projects completed. Dave went up the mast and replaced … More
More Fun Family Time
We were in Washington state visiting Dave’s parents and headed to Seattle area for a few days to see the … More
Family and Tax Time
We had a wonderful visit with Dave’s parents. They live in central Washington and it is cold. At least a … More
Sweating bullets!
We had some excitement after we got the YO back in the water after her bow repair and new bottom … More
She’s Done
She is done! The ladt thi g they gad to do was put the sling back on and paint the … More