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After 12 Hours of Rough Seas, We Finally Arrived #sailing #adventure
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After 12 Hours of Rough Seas, We Finally Arrived #sailing #adventure

After a VERY long and rough night of sailing, we can't believe we are seeing the finish line. This is what it's like for us after a night sail. Continue the journey in Episode 59. We are two recently retired educators, looking to live the blue water cruising life on a teachers' reti...
The Climb That Almost Went Wrong #sailing #mast #scarey
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The Climb That Almost Went Wrong #sailing #mast #scarey

Stuff breaks at sea. But we always hope that the emergency fixes don't include having to go up the mast. This time it did and the swells were just starting to get big. We attempt to manage the rigging while navigating in open water. and approaching the coastline. We are two recently retired ...
Ep59 Mast Emergency During the Crossing to Cedros Island
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Ep59 Mast Emergency During the Crossing to Cedros Island

Sailing from San Quintin to Cedros Island turned into the most challenging sail of our Baja journey thus far. High winds, massive swells, and a snapped line forced Tim to climb the mast — while the boat was still moving. What started as a regular passage with typical winds and swells escalated to on...
Healing with Sailing and Friends #sailingcouple #sailinglife #liveaboardsailing
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Healing with Sailing and Friends #sailingcouple #sailinglife #liveaboardsailing

After all of the publicity we had to do recently to help find the perpetrator of our stabbing experience, we just wanted to let everyone know we are doing much better and finding some peace again. Here is a video of our happy place. We are now able to do some day sails in the beautiful Bahia de los...
We need Justice! #budgetsailing #sailingcouple  #liveaboard
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We need Justice! #budgetsailing #sailingcouple #liveaboard

This short is a deviation from our regular shorts associated with our sailing episodes. Unfortunately, just after we sailed into Bahia de los Angeles on May 28, 2026, we were victims of violence by another American who was using drugs and hiding there from legal issues in the United States. After...
Our Fight for Justice After the Stabbing
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Our Fight for Justice After the Stabbing

We are pausing our regular Sunday episode schedule because something serious has happened. This video is a compilation of our evidence from a recent stabbing incident, which we've submitted as part of the legal process. We've navigated the Mexican justice system and are now awaiting a cour...
Quick Update #sailing #budgetsailing #liveaboard #sailingcouple
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Quick Update #sailing #budgetsailing #liveaboard #sailingcouple

We are pausing our regular Sunday episode schedule because something serious has happened. Tim and I, along with friends, were attacked by someone with a knife, highlighting the critical need for personal safety and self defense. We'll be back soon with more content, but for now, we need a week...
Ep58 Racing a Storm to San Quintin
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Ep58 Racing a Storm to San Quintin

The storm was coming — and we had to get to a good shelter. In Episode 58 of Sailing Into the Mystic, we finally say goodbye to Ensenada and head south down the Baja California coast, stopping at two anchorages before pushing on to San Quintin ahead of an approaching weather system. This episode is ...
Jess vs Evil Water Machine
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Jess vs Evil Water Machine

Last remaining task before departing Ensenada was to fill the water tanks. Ten trips to a water vending machine in Ensenada. It ate my coins, spit out my coins, gave me nothing, and then behaved perfectly when the office staff watched. This machine was EVIL. Full departure episode in Ep. 57 We are...
Most Bizarre Roadside Find in Baja #liveaboardsailing #sailingcouple #sailboatlife
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Most Bizarre Roadside Find in Baja #liveaboardsailing #sailingcouple #sailboatlife

We drove past this thing for months. When we finally stopped — we were not prepared. This Devil’s Castle is somewhere between Rosarito and Ensenada, Baja California. What is this place? 👇If you know, comment below, if you don’t know, check out episode 56 for more… We are two recently retired educat...
How Many Tools Can Tim Break? #budgetsailing #liveaboard #boatprojects
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How Many Tools Can Tim Break? #budgetsailing #liveaboard #boatprojects

Three broken tools. Zero replacements bought. This is budget sailing in real life — and somehow it all worked out. Full build in Ep. 56 🛠️ #sailing #boatlife #sailboatDIY #DIYfail #boatmaintenance #liveaboard #sailingcouple #budgetsailing #sailinglife #boathumor #sailinghumor We are two recently re...
Ep57 Finally Leaving Ensenada! All the Last Minute Projects Before Sailing Baja
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Ep57 Finally Leaving Ensenada! All the Last Minute Projects Before Sailing Baja

Welcome back to Sailing into the Mystic! This episode focuses on ticking off the remaining little things on our to-do list as we prepare to head south again. Join us for more insights into our daily 'sailboat living' and 'boat life' as a 'sailing couple'. Our journey co...
Before vs.  Now: How We Store Our Dinghy Now #liveaboardsailing #sailingcouple #sailboatlife
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Before vs. Now: How We Store Our Dinghy Now #liveaboardsailing #sailingcouple #sailboatlife

Two people struggling vs. one person operating effortlessly. $1,285 in scrap metal and tools changed everything. Full DIY dinghy davit build in Ep. 56 We are two recently retired educators, looking to live the blue water cruising life on a teachers' retirement budget. Follow us on our sailin...
Ep56 We Built Our Own Dinghy Davit and Saved $3800
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Ep56 We Built Our Own Dinghy Davit and Saved $3800

We needed a dinghy davit on the Mystic. New ones cost thousands of dollars. So Tim did what Tim does — he dug through our scrap metal pile and built one himself. In this episode, we walk you through exactly how he did it, what it cost us, and whether it was worth the effort. Spoiler: it absolutely w...
NEVER Drill Here on a Boat #liveaboardsailing #sailingcouple #sailinglife #budgetsailing #liveaboard
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NEVER Drill Here on a Boat #liveaboardsailing #sailingcouple #sailinglife #budgetsailing #liveaboard

Drilling a table mount directly above our fuel tank. No room for error. 😬 Tim breaks down exactly how he handled it — and why this trick applies to every boat project. Save this one. ⚓ We are two recently retired educators, looking to live the blue water cruising life on a teachers' retirement...
Starlink Dies While Sailing Offshore #starlinkboat #budgetsailing #starlink
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Starlink Dies While Sailing Offshore #starlinkboat #budgetsailing #starlink

Our Gen 2 Starlink died while sailing offshore — and Starlink replaced it with a brand new Gen 3. For free. Then we made it even better with a direct 12V conversion. Full story + cost breakdown in the episode linked in bio. ⚡🛰️⛵ #starlink #sailinglife #boatlife #liveaboard #starlinkboat #budgetsaili...
Retirement Didn’t Go as Planned 😬 #liveaboard #sailinglife #affordablesailing
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Retirement Didn’t Go as Planned 😬 #liveaboard #sailinglife #affordablesailing

We are two recently retired educators, looking to live the blue water cruising life on a teachers' retirement budget. Follow us on our sailing channel as we share our journey around the world in the most affordable way we know how. Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe to participate ...
His $2,700 Hat 😅 #boatlife #sailingcouple #boatmaintenance
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His $2,700 Hat 😅 #boatlife #sailingcouple #boatmaintenance

We are two recently retired educators, looking to live the blue water cruising life on a teachers' retirement budget. Follow us on our sailing channel as we share our journey around the world in the most affordable way we know how. Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe to participate ...
Ep55 Liveaboard Sailboat Haul-Out — Did We BREAK THE BANK?
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Ep55 Liveaboard Sailboat Haul-Out — Did We BREAK THE BANK?

Out of the water and into the unknown, a necessary haul out pushes our blue water experiment to the limit. Living aboard in the boatyard, we take on bottom paint and a list of projects while trying to balance reality with our budget—facing the hard choices, surprises, and small wins that come with c...
Can Two Retired Teachers Actually Afford Liveaboard Life? Our Real Numbers
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Can Two Retired Teachers Actually Afford Liveaboard Life? Our Real Numbers

We are two recently retired educators, looking to live the blue water cruising life on a teachers' retirement budget. Follow us on our sailing channel as we share our journey around the world in the most affordable way we know how. Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe to be part of th...
Ep54 Sailing Couple Safety Prep — What We Addressed Before Our Next Ocean Passage
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Ep54 Sailing Couple Safety Prep — What We Addressed Before Our Next Ocean Passage

Welcome back to another episode of Sailing Into the Mystic! With this episode we are launching season 5. Now that the Mystic is parked in a marina in Ensenada for the holidays, we are taking the time to take care of some issues with the most important safety equipment on board. We also are taking ...
S4, Ep53 How Two Teachers Became a Liveaboard Sailing Couple in Retirement
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S4, Ep53 How Two Teachers Became a Liveaboard Sailing Couple in Retirement

Join us on a peaceful sailboat journey as we cruise the open ocean. This episode captures the stunning sunset views and serene coastal photography from our latest boating adventure. We also share insights into our navigation and how we have fun living in the moment. We sail north from Bahia Punta C...
S4, Ep52 What Liveaboard Sailboat Life Actually Feels Like — No Filter
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S4, Ep52 What Liveaboard Sailboat Life Actually Feels Like — No Filter

Join us in this episode, as we witness the beauty and serenity of sailing when we decide it's ok to alter our plans and fully submit to the rhythm of the ocean, wind and nature. We travel from Bahia San Quintin to Bahia Punta Colonet in Baja California and see everything we missed when we were ...
This is our Boat!
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This is our Boat!

We are two retiring educators, looking to change our fast paced life to a slower rhythm more aligned with the ocean, sailing and nature. Follow us on our sailing channel as we share our long journey around the world. We don't know where we are going but we know where we have been. Let the adve...
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