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Here's an update on Quincy's electrical system upgrade. We are currently in the procurement and space planning/layout stage. Before we start tearing things apart I'd love to solicit comments, concerns, and advice. What am I missing? Before getting into the electrical system, last week I...

It’s been five months since we learned of our parent’s diagnosis. We’ve dealt with many changes in that time. Obviously the biggest change was our parent’s move to a long-term care facility. As we’ve visited over the last few months, there are good days and not so good days. Another big change...

The rusty stuffing box hose clamps was listed by the surveyor as a category A issue. He defined category A as "Violation of structure, seaworthiness, or watertight integrity." Luckily this is the only category A issue. I replaced the rusty hose clamps with 316 stainless steel (band and...