ocean-pilgrim

Sharing our journey with ‘Intention’

Dive into the Aegean with us On our HR42F

Pilgrim: Believer, Traveller, Wayfarer

Intention: Purpose, Goal, Aim

● Featured Article

  • It’s a wrap. Season 6, 2026

    After leaving Santorini we spent our time managing the question ‘Do we stay in the wind or head for the heat?’ The windy Cyclades lived up to their name this year with the usual summer winds coming and going. They just seem to come more often than before. Not necessarily…

● Latest Articles
  • What’s in a Name?

    What’s in a Name?

    Well, a lot really. It’s about personality…yours and the boat’s. It says something about what you align with…although I am not sure what that means…

  • BOAT: Bring On Another Thousand ($£€)

    BOAT: Bring On Another Thousand ($£€)

    Definition of Boat Ownership: akin to standing naked in the rain ripping up $$$ bills. We always knew it, but at the beginning of the season…

  • Water Bound

    Water Bound

    Every night now we fall into bed exhausted.  I think it’s as much the emotional ride as the physical work. Monday saw all the work…

  • So what now?

    So what now?

    So; what happens next? Boat: Tick.  Paid for: Tick. Pangs of Angst: Tick.  Rick has been waking up at 2am every night with thoughts running…

● About Me

I’m Cath. I write most of the blogs unless I can get Rick to join in. I write to share about our sailing life with as much authenticity and honesty as I can. This means more than just the perfect moments. It’s a way to reflect and to remember the unfolding days, the terrifying moments and the things that bring us a sense of awe. I hope you come along for the journey.

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