A journey of ocean living, balance, and intentional living.
Two years ago, my family and I did something that looked a little bit crazy from the outside. We sold our homestead — the house, the furniture, the chickens, the goats, all of it. We let go of nearly everything we owned, packed what was left into storage tubs, and stepped aboard a sailboat in Florida. Not for a vacation. For life.
Since then, we’ve sailed nearly the entire East Coast, from the warm waters of southern Florida to the quiet anchorages of Virginia. We’ve crossed the Gulf Stream, dropped anchor in turquoise Bahamian coves, and watched more sunrises over open water than I can count. We’ve learned to read tides like clocks, fix things in places where there are no stores, and adapt to weather that cares nothing for your plans.
It has been full of adventure, challenge, joy, frustration, growth, and freedom — often all in the same day.
This blog is where I’ll be sharing the real journey.
What You’ll Find Here
🌊 Life Afloat
How to live on a sailboat full-time:
- What it actually costs
- How we manage work and routine on board
- Mistakes we’ve made (so you don’t need to make them too)
- What to know before you sell everything and sail away
I’ll share the good, the magical, the hard, and the hilarious.
⚓ Staying Healthy at Sea
Living on a boat forces your body, mind, and habits to adjust in new ways. Here, we’ll explore:
- Simple exercises you can do in tiny spaces
- How to stay fit when gyms and routines don’t exist
- Nourishing food that works with limited refrigeration and storage
- Mental health practices to stay grounded when life is constantly moving
- What balance looks like when the world is literally swaying beneath your feet
This is where my love for wellness meets our life on the water.
🌴 Travel & Exploration
The places we drop anchor matter too. Expect guides and stories like:
- Best things to do in Bimini
- Top 5 marinas in Florida for liveaboards
- Lessons from crossing the Gulf Stream (four times… and counting)
- Favorite anchorages, hidden beaches, and small coastal towns you need to visit
If you’re planning your own sailing journey — or just dreaming one up — these posts are for you.
Why I’m Sharing This
When we first dreamed of this life, we spent hours online searching for voices that told the real story — not just the postcard moments. I want this space to be that kind of place:
Honest. Encouraging. Practical. Human.
Whether you’re here because:
- You want to sail away someday,
- You’re looking for healthier, more intentional living,
- You crave travel that feels meaningful,
- Or you’re simply curious what living on a boat is really like…
You’re welcome here.
Here’s to New Horizons
Thank you for being here at the start of this journey — my written journey, at least. I’m excited to share more of our life, our lessons, and the beauty (and chaos!) of living at the edge of the map.
Make sure to subscribe so you don’t miss new posts — especially the guides and wellness tips coming soon.
See you out on the water.
– Mona Hennessey, Waves & Wellness
Live well. Sail free. 🧭✨
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