Life seems a bit funny some times and I often feel quite blessed. 
As you guys know Sam and I try to make the things we need and waste as little as possible. There is a certain comfort in making the things we need and living simply.
We were sitting around yesterday talking about making and waxing cheese. Making a batch of mozzarella is quite easy and can be done in about an hour. There are plenty of good youtubes on the subject. We then started talking about making pasta from scratch, not too hard we thought. We are all all about anything to save money while living healthier.We needed to go to the store for a batch of cilantro and garlic so Sam could whip up a fresh batch of pesto. We went to shore, assembled the bikes, and went out for a ride. Sam spotted a thrift store and drug me in. I love thrift stores and Good Will and think everybody should shop in them. I cant remember the last time I bought a pair of shorts or T-shirt in a regular store. Anyway, I was walking through the isles and poking threw boxes. I couldn’t believe my eyes. In a small box there was a beautiful stainless steel pasta press for $8! I called Sam over and she was equally as excited. We went to the farmers stand for pesto ingredients and hurried home.
I’m not such a big fan of whole wheat pasta but Sam made a batch of whole wheat dough and we rolled and cut it with our new machine. I’ve bought the “pseudo-fresh” pasta in the super market before but never had pasta like this. I’m not saying this out of love for Sam, but ‘DAMN’ that was the best pasta I’ve ever had!
It’s been a long expensive road over the past few years but we really have the tools and knowledge now to live very simply. I’m really looking forward to conveying this knowledge through my next film. Cruising is more than just sailing around the world, it’s an opportunity to live the way we were meant to. That may mean many things for many different people. For me, I just wish to be healthy and live a simple and peaceful life with my girls.
I’ve posted raffle tickets for sale in the store. If you are interested in a charter this may be a good opportunity for you. I will be selling 40 $50 tickets between now and May 1st. The winner will get a 1 week charter for himself and family (Couple and 2 kids) redeemable any time after May. Sam and I will not be doing “luxury” charters. But teaching like-minded families how to live simply on the sea. You get to pick your destination based on our voyage. I’d strongly recommend visiting us in the San Blas. I’ve done about a dozen charters over the years and every one has been a great success. If your interested visit the “charter donation” category in the ships store and buy a $50.00 donation or more. Good luck.
We are getting Guin back today. We put the Christmas lights from the tree up in her room. I think she will really like them.
Cheers everyone.
Sail far and live slowly.
– Alex