Author Archives: jolandablum

When life gives you lemons, make lemonade

Posted on May 15, 2022 by jolandablum

2022 has been one of the most exciting year so far with a lot of beautiful adventures and also a lot of changes.  We looked so much forward to train and sail from Annapolis to Bermuda. Sadly due to illness … Continue reading →

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Philipp’s surprise 50th birthday – Switzerland whirlwind visit

Posted on May 8, 2022 by jolandablum

Before the pandemic – if somebody asked us a month before a special event – if we can make it to another country,  it would have been best case difficult when not impossible….. but when my sister Priska asked me … Continue reading →

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Happy 2022 – A New Year – A New Promise

Posted on February 20, 2022 by jolandablum

An interesting year ended and finally we had time to finish our reflection! We started 2021 in Charleston on our amazing Journey South and ended the year in Switzerland! I always enjoyed traveling, but never thought I would be so … Continue reading →

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Thanksgiving Delivery from Mattapoisett Town Wharf to Hudson Point Marina

Posted on December 23, 2021 by jolandablum

Finally some boating experience for our boating friends! Wednesday November 24th Marcus and I took the train to Providence, Rhode Island where our friend Malisa picked us up and brought us to their sailboat which was at the dock from … Continue reading →

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Europe Trip October / November 2021

Posted on December 15, 2021 by jolandablum

October 21st 2021 our first trip to Europe since February 2020. I had a really intensive week behind me. Our beloved neighbors Pam and Don by no fault of their own (we feel) were asked to leave our Marina. I … Continue reading →

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