Brittany Elrod

LATEST ARTICLES ( 35 )

• Watching TS ERIKA

  

  Tropical Storm Erika continues to move toward the Leeward Islands. A Tropical Storm Warning is in effect for Anguilla, Saba, St. Eustatius, St. Maarten,... Read more

  Posted on 26 August 2015 SELF EXPRESSION

• Keeping the Dinghy Clean

  

  This is what happens when you leave your dinghy in the water too long.We had been keeping a dinghy in our slip for the last 3 months until our mates came back... Read more

  Posted on 21 August 2015 SELF EXPRESSION

• Sunday Funday on Disappearing Island

  

  I just had my first experience with a SUP ( stand up paddle board ). Another couple on our dock took me and Kim out on their boat down to the inlet for a... Read more

  Posted on 10 August 2015 SELF EXPRESSION

• When Opportunity Doesn't Knock

  I love this tweet from +LovePop Cards . The quote from Milton Berle is spot on! "When opportunity doesn't knock, build a door" -Milton Berle It often reminds... Read more

  Posted on 05 August 2015 SELF EXPRESSION

• West Marine| Dog Days of Summer Photo Contest

  

  With summer in full swing, share pictures of your water loving pets for a chance to win a $100 West Marine gift card. Learn more at westmarine. Read more

  Posted on 02 August 2015 SELF EXPRESSION

• Installing Solar Panels on a Sailboat

  

  One of our many projects: Installing Solar PanelsWe do all of the boat maintenance ourselves even electrical and solar installations! Read more

  Posted on 31 July 2015 SELF EXPRESSION

• Sweet Potato Hash

  

  From the Galley......I tried a new recipe this evening for dinner.Remember those huge sweet potatoes I purchased at the farmer's market just a few days ago??Wel... Read more

  Posted on 30 July 2015 SELF EXPRESSION

• Sweet Picks at the Daytona Beach Farmers Market!

  

  Hello all! Today, I spent my Saturday morning at the Daytona Beach Farmer's Market at City Island.The farmer's market is open every Saturday from 7a-1p sometime... Read more

  Posted on 25 July 2015 SELF EXPRESSION

• Sea Dragon is 1 Yr Old!

  Well, that time finally came! We have owned SV SeaDragon for one year. We actually moved aboard in September 2014 but signed the paperwork and took over... Read more

  Posted on 25 July 2015 SELF EXPRESSION

• Helping My Mate Sell Her Sailboat!

  

  Hi everyone! My dock mate and good friend Gladys is selling her sailboat.Description: 30' S2 9.2C Sailboat (Daytona... Read more

  Posted on 24 July 2015 SELF EXPRESSION

• Doing Research on Our Boat.

  

  I love design and architecture, and anyone that knows me personally knows I can not sit around and not know the history of anything I own. I am always... Read more

  Posted on 23 July 2015 SELF EXPRESSION

• Vote! : Who Wore It Better?!?

  

  Alright ladies, I have been seeing this picture of Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson going around the internet and I dared the Capt. to do a similar pose. hehehe He too... Read more

  Posted on 20 July 2015 SELF EXPRESSION

• Ebooks While Cruising: Win a $100 Gift Coupon!

  

  There are hundreds of great ebooks by ebooks.com to enjoy while cruising. Ebooks are a great way to save space, and less chance of the book getting water damage... Read more

  Posted on 20 July 2015 SELF EXPRESSION

• LovewithFood Delivers | Healthy Snacks for Liveaboards

  

  I just found a great company that is US based and delivers healthy snacks! LoveWithFood.com! They are a monthly snack box subscription service that helps you... Read more

  Posted on 19 July 2015 SELF EXPRESSION

• Going Nowhere Fast. Wind Less

  "It doesn't seem like we are going anywhere.." #windLess #sailorlife-When life puts the brakes on your wind, start your engine and keep on going!! Read more

  Posted on 17 July 2015 SELF EXPRESSION

• One Fish, Two Fish, Yellow Fish

  

  Saw this interesting fish in the marina today.It was on top of the water line near the bank very still. Kim and I both assumed it had been washed in with the... Read more

  Posted on 16 July 2015 SELF EXPRESSION

• Learn to Sail | A List of My Favorite Ebooks

  

  As a new sailor I try to learn everything I can hands on, reading, asking lots of questions on the sailing groups/forums and learning from others with... Read more

  Posted on 08 July 2015 SELF EXPRESSION

• One Head Four People...

  

  What has 8 legs, 8 eyes, needs lots cleaning, smells a lot, holds four tooth brushes and has only one head? OUR SeaDragon head! It is tiny yet fierce! Many... Read more

  Posted on 07 July 2015 SELF EXPRESSION

• Thrifty Find!!

  

  As you may or may not know I am an avid thrift shop hound. I love getting a good deal when I can. I like to think of myself as a "land pirate". My motto is one... Read more

  Posted on 06 July 2015 SELF EXPRESSION

• SeaBags

  

  How cool is this??!There is a company that recycles old sails and turns them into fashionable tote bags!They have a nice variety of styles and colors to choose... Read more

  Posted on 03 July 2015 SELF EXPRESSION