Squall Girl Blog
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November 8, 2024
The process of monitoring and controlling the movement of a vehicle from one place to another involves gathering information, evaluating it, and making decisions based on that information. Do you have a destination you want to reach but no route planned out? On the water, as in life, you can’t get there properly without navigation.…
October 24, 2024
Well, it’s that time of year again. Leaves are falling, pumpkins are decorating front porches, and spiced lattes and stews galore are on the menu. It sounds idyllic, right? It’s the quintessential Fall in New England. We always struggle with the question of when to schedule hauling the boat out. While it’s tough to give…
October 2, 2024
The boat stays in one place, moving only with the current or waves. If you’re a sailor, you're likely very familiar with bobbing. One moment, you're moving along, and the next, the wind dies, taking away your ability to move forward. It’s frustrating, just bobbing along in the sea when you have somewhere to be.…
September 20, 2024
"The Drink" is an informal term for any body of water, especially the ocean. It’s September. The kids are back in school, the leaves are changing, pools are closed, football is on the big screen every Sunday, and the saddest part? The boat is being hauled out. We were out last weekend, and it seemed…
September 5, 2024
“A dog watch is a work shift, also known as a "watch", in a maritime watch system that is half the length of a standard watch period. This is typically formed by splitting a single four-hour watch period between 16:00 and 20:00 (4 pm and 8 pm) to form two two-hour dog watches, with the…
August 22, 2024
So you didn’t listen to me. The anchor was not set correctly, you didn’t put out that stern anchor, and now you have some weather. There’s a good chance you’re going to drag. That’s what happens when you don’t consider all the elements that keep you secure. It’s easy to be cavalier when you’re focused…
Welcome Aboard Squall Girl
A blog exploring the thrills and challenges of life. I’m Lynda, ready to guide you through both the storms and sunny skies with a touch of warmth and humor.
Embracing the Storm
Many storms have tested me time and time again, as they do for everyone. I’ve experienced job loss, relationship endings (both romantic and friendship), and the painful loss of my parents. But these moments are simply part of the natural cycle of life. Like rain nourishing the soil, these storms allow us to grow and flourish.
The winds of change scatter seeds of new beginnings. Amidst the chaos and darkness, a squall emerges abruptly, leaving us to wonder, “What just happened?” Yet, from these unexpected storms, we find the strength to rebuild and create something even more remarkable.
How to Navigate Life’s Storms
Life can be unpredictable, throwing us unexpected storms. How can you rebuild yourself to stand strong against the next storm? Do you constantly monitor the weather service, anxiously awaiting the next tempest? Do you reinforce your foundations with unyielding solidity, avoiding planting flowers that might be uprooted? Or do you embrace the beauty of the present, relishing in the sunshine instead of dwelling on impending storms?
These are the discussions I want to explore. If you have experienced a life-altering event, let’s delve into the life jackets you relied on for safety. Did you don them daily, cautious of every possibility, or did you just have one on hand? Did you use a flashlight in the dark with more power and a generator to keep everything constantly lit? Let’s navigate these moments together and discover the path to weathering any storm.
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