Back in Our Happy Place — First Day in Tortola, BVI

Our smooth trip back to Tortola kicked off another perfect sailing escape. From breezing through DFW with CLEAR + TSA PreCheck to landing in paradise aboard our substitute catamaran Catatude, the day unfolded exactly how we like it — calm seas, good food, and an empty beach at Pirates Bight.

Rainforests, Crocs, and Dumplings: A Day at the Dallas World Aquarium

We finally checked out the Dallas World Aquarium, and wow—it’s part zoo, part rainforest, part “whoa, that thing could eat me.” From flamingos and owls to crocs, tarantulas, and even tiny frogs that pack poison, it was unforgettable. We capped it off with dumplings at Jeng Chi in Richardson—because no adventure is complete without food.

🌊✨ Efoiling Fun at the Bitter End! ✨🌊

In November of 2024, Lou and I decided to mix things up with some eFoiling lessons at BVI eFoil, located at the stunning Bitter End Yacht Club in the North Sound of Virgin Gorda. It was Lou’s first time and my second attempt, and we couldn’t have asked for a better instructor than Naia! 🙌…

Saving a Damsel in Distress on Liberty St

March 31, 2022 while walking down Liberty Street in the Historic District of Savannah Georgia, the Cruising Buddies Men witnessed a vehicle hit the center median. It didn’t look good as the vehicle jumped up and we saw a puff of debris so we just had to help. The vehicle pulled over to investigate so…