Living on the sailboat has been a significant improvement in the quality of my life. I love being on the water, especially in the quiet times late at night or very early in the morning.

Money is still extremely tight. I managed to get the diesel serviced and repaired - new fuel pump and rebuilt starter. No air conditioning which means on three-digit days I come home after dark. The galley is rudimentary: mini-frig and mini- microwave plus electric kettle.

Storage space is an everyday challenge.

Need to fix a couple cabin leaks before winter.

All in all still seems like a good move.