I realize that its been several months since our last post. There is still so much to share even though life has taken many unexpected turns of late. Its funny that it only just occurred to me in the last 24 hours that this is probably the last time we will ever live on our sweet S/V Bosco. Yes, I am so sad to announce that we have a difficult transition, saying goodbye to our sweet friend who has kept us safe and well these last five years of ocean adventuring.

Its surreal that this time has come, it hasn’t hit home quite yet. And you know what’s funny, at the beginning of all of this I had hoped to come away with some big epiphany about life and love and somehow have my own all figured out and wrapped in a nice bow. I think what it boils down to isn’t answers, but evolution.

Here I am, sitting amongst the chaos of the boat; packing, cleaning, stowing things away. I’m reminded of the time we left for this journey, all the fear and excitement roiled into one. Its funny to think about that now, at this seemingly pivotal yet insignificant moment in time how things change so drastically, and no matter what, its always hard. For better or worse, its hard. Emotions distract from what lay at the core, and that is the one thing that I have realized from all of these adventures. Evolution comes with change and that was always the point of this journey (at least for me). I know that my being has evolved from the one that left dry land five years ago, and yet at the core, I’ve learned that love outshines all.

The dragonfly, in almost every part of the world symbolizes change and change in the perspective of self realization; and the kind of change that has its source in mental and emotional maturity and the understanding of the deeper meaning of life. For the last few days, we have been inundated by dragonflies all over the boat. Its symbolism marks the nail on the head for me.

It feels like this adventure is ending. Perhaps if the world wasn’t topsy turvy, maybe Jake and I would wander the waters of earth indefinitely. But the universe has set the stage for a marvelous outro of our theme song. A hurricane is literally barreling down on us; we are point blank in the center of its trajectory, in just under 48 hours. If nothing else, a clear sign that we need to depart the stage. Its symbolic (again) on so many levels, not an ending that we want, but inevitable. And its sad, but there is silver lining at the end, I believe the world has a plan for us that we must continue.

This will be Bosco’s fifth named hurricane since we’ve owned her. She’s is a tough girl (just like our Bosco was in life). And of course we hope that she will be okay during the storm. But I am so sad, to say goodbye. And not just to Bosco, but all of our many wonderful friends, experiences, and what has been our home. Though I still have TONS of blogging to do, and so many more stories to share of the happenings of the past year (and previous years) and what lays ahead…and I will.

Looking back, I can’t help but smile at all of these blessings. Words really don’t do justice. For me the most positive and wondrous experiences, and absolutely magnificent wonders of this beautiful earth will stick within my heart forever. Even more important are all of the people who have made this journey such a special, joyous one. So many different, unique beautiful souls that have graced us with their light brings me to tears. I wish I could sit with each of you, no matter how great or small, and tell you how much of an impact you have made on us. You are miracles and the love that I feel outweighs any sorrow. I am so grateful to and for you (many of you are not pictured, but in my heart you all hold a special place!)

And of course, I couldn’t have found a better person to share it all with, than Jake. My best friend.

God gave us this wonderful gift of life. To express our individualities on this earth and teach one another. To err is human, but it is godly to love and forgive and learn from each other. To express all that is good within ourselves. That is true evolution.

Thank you to everyone, for your support, your love, your generosity, and simply just following along with us.