Boats have lots of lines to hang your laundry from

I will have been about 7 weeks in my boat by the time I leave. I have done this before in are variety of vehicles while in my early 20's. I lived in a van on site of the Intercontinental Hotel in Kihei while working as a concrete labourer, I lived in the back of a pick-up truck while building trails at Champion Lakes, and I lived with a few people in a modified bus travelling around B.C. selling East Indian food at festivals.

This boat could be compared to travelling around in a VW Camper. It has similar amenities. Modern technology has however added to my comfort level from previous experiences. Because of solar panels, deep cycle batteries and an inverter, I can charge up and operate my cell phone, laptop computer, Waterpik, VHF radio, digital camera, shaver, flashlight, and GPS. Did I forget anything! Of course I have the usual stereo, fan, and TV (thanks Mom). Yet, the barbecue, oil lantern, and paper charts have often been of more value.

One always wants a bigger boat - wouldn't two feet make for more comfort! While in Telegraph Harbour a 32 ft. power boat pulled up beside me. They had five (I'm not kidding) adult Border Collies on board and were travelling around the coast. On the other side was a 26 ft. Grampion sailboat with mom, dad, a 14 year old daughter, a 12 year old son, and a 10 year old son (no dogs). They too were travelling around the coast and seemed to be getting along just fine. I'm thinking my boat will do just fine.