Detachment

As we enjoy cruisers life in Cuttyhunk, more on that later, I think about what it means to become unattached.  Unattached to the comforts of home, unattached to having J with close by, unattached to our daily routine.  

I believe in the importance of finding the balance between appropriate attachment (security) and being unattached (freedom, risk, independence). 

   The Laws of Detachment - Liz Tran 

1. Allow others to be who they are

2. Allow yourself to be who you are

3. Don't force situations

4. Solutions will emerge

5. Uncertainty is reality 

(Cuttyhunk 2024) 

Live Aboard

Tomorrow we move on to the boat for a few weeks.  Looking forward to a new adventure in live-aboard life!  

Relaxing is not the only way to recharge.  Finding meaning is a source of fuel.  A restorative break doesn't just avoid tasks that burn you out.  It includes people and projects that fire you up.  Detaching from stress prevents exhaustion.  Attached to purpose elevates energy - Adam Grant

(taken a few weeks ago in Bald Head Island, off the coast of Wilmington NC.  Part 1 of our summer boating adventure)

Wings!

My J took off for Rio!  He's been going there for Christmas or winter breaks for a few years but since it's summer time and this trip is a bit longer, it felt a little different!   My boy, 11, headed to a Middle School, a new school - which should be his home for 6-12th, , inching towards that freedom he craves, right back to his mama and back out again.....    As they say, give them wings to want to fly and roots to know where home will always be.  

He's been taking Portuguese classes via Zoom and his favorite phrase is "Sao um mintinio mai"  - let's see what he comes back saying!   11.  Loved beyond words.  

Welcome Summer 2024

 We kicked off summer this weekend with my friend and her girls.   We mini-golfed, made fresh pasta, played ping pong and board games and caught up.   A perfect weekend to fill the soul and prepare for a great summer!  

                                                     A few rules for happiness: 

                                                            Go outside

                                                                Move

                                                  Spend less than you earn 

                                            Don't take yourself or life too seriously

                                                Look for ways to make it work

                                              Contribute more than you consume

                                                    Be happy for others

                                                        Say hello first

                                                          Be reliable 

                                                                James Clear