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Relax with me. I will share the things we observe and experience, culture, wildlife, people, food, coffee and wine. For years, I have served as a useful source to those seeking inspiration, help, or advice. I finally decided to own that role and be intentional about it. Take some time to explore the blog, read something interesting, and feel free to reach out if you would like to collaborate.
January Rejuvenation Ep 45
Purpose, contribution and belonging are so important to me and I regularly reflect on the lifestyle choices I am making to ensure I do...
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Jan 30, 20224 min read
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Picture This, Summer of 21. Ep 43
Before the clock ticks into 2022 I thought I would capture my favourite views from the summer. It may be a visual over load but here we...
Tanya Moxon
Dec 30, 20211 min read
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Life's Journey Ep42
November has been a month of reflection, reconnecting and new experiences. As I sit today in a howling gale I reflect on our Life...
Tanya Moxon
Nov 26, 20214 min read
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Kerrera Marina, A New Beginning Ep 41
Well we are one month into our island life adventure and what a month it has been. A mixture of work, socialising and time spent just...
Tanya Moxon
Nov 6, 20216 min read
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Kerrera, an Island with a View Ep 40
We have lived on the Isle of Kerrera for a couple of week now and it is truly a very special place. Kerrera has been described by the...
Tanya Moxon
Oct 19, 20214 min read
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The Rhythm of Life Ep39
This year has taught me a alot about myself, which has made me a happier and more resilient human being. Changing the rhythm of my life...
Tanya Moxon
Sep 30, 20213 min read
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Mallaig Through The Lens Ep 37
For those who love to learn about our journey and marvel at the views this "Picture This" blog is for you. In August 21 we spent 16 days...
Tanya Moxon
Sep 24, 20212 min read
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Carbost Skye through the Lens Ep 34
So many of you love the photos so the 'Picture This' category of our FFS blog is dedicated to just that. The entrance to Loch Harport,...
Tanya Moxon
Aug 26, 20211 min read
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Loch Boisdale & Wizards Pool through the Lens Ep 32
So many of you love the photos so the 'Picture This' category of our FFS blog is dedicated to just that. Pictures alone can tell a story...
Tanya Moxon
Aug 20, 20211 min read
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Meet the Crew and Yacht Sandpiper! Ep30
Skipper Gary, also the Engineer and Problem Solver onboard Sandpiper. Gary is a Contracts Manager with extensive experience in both...
Tanya Moxon
Aug 4, 20212 min read
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Vatersay through the Lens Ep 29
The blue sea of Vatersay with its shell sand beaches even looks magnificent at 11pm at night. How blue? Sandpiper with her anchor light...
Tanya Moxon
Aug 1, 20211 min read
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The Outer Hebrides with my Gremlin Ep 28
Well whilst the flagstones have been cracking in most of the UK, the Outer Hebrides has been damp and covered in mist. No point in...
Tanya Moxon
Jul 25, 20213 min read
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The Small Isles Ep 27
Living our unscripted life is a sweet balancing act of living in the moment and planning what next. Photo by MC The Small Isles of Muck,...
Tanya Moxon
Jul 14, 20214 min read
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Tobermory in colour Ep 26
Our entrance to this harbour was also dramatic but for very different reasons than Tinkers Hole. The ferry was on fire and seen as it had...
Tanya Moxon
Jul 11, 20212 min read
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Tinkers Hole Ep 25
Entering Tinkers Hole is dramatic, the entrance does not open up until you nearly upon it. Which is a little unnerving as you are...
Tanya Moxon
Jul 4, 20211 min read
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Shags and Puffins Ep 24
Sailors are spoilt for choice when sailing Scotland, what with all its beauty and remote anchorages the options are endless. No matter...
Tanya Moxon
Jun 27, 20214 min read
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50 Shades of Grey Ep 23
I am starting to enjoy the moody weather of Scotland. They say you don't come here for the weather but for the stunning scenery. And so...
Tanya Moxon
Jun 21, 20213 min read
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We stopped talking in Gigha Ep22
Gigha Beach Photo by author The Isle of Gigha, a place of beauty and tranquility. This is our second visit to this anchorage and it is...
Tanya Moxon
Jun 10, 20213 min read
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Clyde Marina Ep 18
View Clyde Marina - photo by author Whilst here in Clyde Marina I have taken many a walk along the beautiful beaches of Saltcoats and...
Tanya Moxon
Apr 4, 20213 min read
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Entering a Marina Without an Engine Ep 16
Kames - Photo by author Well the title says it all but let me start with some nicer times in Kames. Kames is a delightful anchorage and...
Tanya Moxon
Mar 26, 20217 min read
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Portavadie - Sailors TLC Ep 15
Sandpiper in Portavadie - Photo by author We left Ardrishaig on 28th of September and headed for a little TLC at the very posh marina of...
Tanya Moxon
Mar 18, 20214 min read
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Smoke on the water - Crinan Canal! Ep 14
Crinan Canal Basin - Picture by Author We left Oban on the 23rd of September and headed for the Crinan Canal. Sadly the winds were super...
Tanya Moxon
Mar 13, 20217 min read
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Feeling Anchored Ep 13
Puilladobhrain Anchorage - Picture by author A symbol of hope, security and stability. The anchor was born with the original purpose of...
Tanya Moxon
Mar 8, 20217 min read
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I hooked a duck! Ep 11
Craighouse Bay Picture by Author We left Gigha on Monday 15th September for Craighouse on Jura, the most amazing place for spotting...
Tanya Moxon
Mar 1, 20214 min read
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Big Seas and Golden Beaches Ep10
Sandpiper in Glenarm - Photo by Author We arrived at Glenarm Harbour at about 6.30pm Sunday 5th September, the entrance was straight...
Tanya Moxon
Feb 20, 20216 min read
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Mice & Men at Sea Ep9
Moored off Killyleagh Bay - Picture by Author Our best laid plans are scuppered once more! When this dream first began, we were to sail...
Tanya Moxon
Feb 17, 20215 min read
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Despite Covid, we slipped the lines Ep5
Despite the pandemic we were committed to slipping the lines and embark on our new life of fulltime cruising. We left Whitehaven on 12th...
Tanya Moxon
Feb 7, 20215 min read
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