Every once in a while, I come across a sailing story that stops me in my scroll. This is one of those. I’ve been following Oliver Widger (@sailing_with_phoenix) on Instagram and YouTube — and wow, his journey is something else. Earlier this year, Oliver left his job, cashed out his 401(k), and set sail solo …
More Than Money: Why Our Liveaboard Dream Still Matters
These days, it's hard to ignore the news about the economy. When we hear about the stock market being unpredictable and the future of Social Security feeling uncertain, it can make anyone think twice about their long-term plans, especially big ones like our dream of retiring onto a sailboat. Living here in Iowa, Kent and I have been paying attention, knowing that our goal of trading our landlocked life for the freedom of the ocean has financial implications.
