Following on from my last update so much has happened, and I have spent this last month letting go and moving on to the next phase of my life. I woke up on the Saturday after my birthday and just…
Surprise!
Heading to Darwin Immigration office, I got a HUGE surprise! I knew they would extend my visa, had no doubts whatsoever. I was heading Bali, then Thailand, but with the trade winds heading West, and the typhoon and cyclone hitting…
Time to say goodbye to Australia
With only 2 weeks left to go until my visa runs out here in Australia, I am now on a deadline to leave the country. With lots of boats already having left ont he various rallies, it is game on…
Living the dream!
When I finally got my act together to finally go after my 32 year old dream of living at sea, it took a lot of soul searching and planning. It wasn’t an overnight thing. It never is. There is a…
Honouring the Hunter Within
Hunting. Traditionally a man’s role in society. Whether it is shooting, fishing or diving, it is something that brings a man into his power. Something that resides deep in his soul, from deep within his DNA. It is a throw…
Oysters, Dolphins and Dreams
I love Oysters, they are one of my favourite foods, especially with the traditional Tabasco sauce, or even a Chardonnay and shallot dressing. Little did I know that I would spend a year of my life sailing on a luxury…
Akaroa Adventure
Having just returned to Auckland after spending three weeks down in Akaroa, I do believe I found the Akaroa Dolphin Whisperer! Roy Bortelli, owner and Captain of the Fox II for the last 12 years invited me down to Akaroa…
Sailing, smiles and serenity
It’s been a week almost since I returned from the Bay of Islands Sailing week and I have finally had a bit of time to ground myself and reflect on the amazing time I had sailing up and back, as…
Boats, Bays and beauty
Bay Of Islands Sailing Week 2018 – boat porn at it’s best! Having only just seen my two boys of at the airport, I knew I had to knuckle down and get on with business. The business of launching The…
Women… what are you waiting for?
Welcome to my new blog: The Mermaid’s Guide to Hitch Hiking! What’s it all about? Well, it’s about empowering women to live their dreams, and here is the back story! Enjoy! xx As we sat on the beach at night…