Imagine living aboard a 40 foot sailboat discovering the Pacific for five years. That is exactly what Josie, Christian and their three children have done since 2015. I spoke to Josie while they were docked in New Zealand having already crossed the Pacific together. The thought of it alone gave me cause for pause, yet her description of what it is like to see, or rather smell land, as she puts it, after three weeks at sea peaked my curiosity.

n this episode, Josie discusses her partner’s background growing up on boats and sailing the Pacific circle twice by his young teenage years. When Josie met Christian, she sensed his steadfast commitment to a life at sea and dove in. They melded their family, both having daughters of their own and decided to bring a third into the world - Taj who was living afloat at 29 hours old. 

Josie also dives into the mechanics of how this trip was made possible and the sacrifices required. For example for the handful of months leading up to their departure, they left their slip in Sausalito, opting to save the money and moor out in the Bay. This seems like a frugal decision, however Josie would then have to commute 13 miles to and from work three days a week often in the dark which involved a kayak paddle and 13 cycle over the Golden Gate Bridge. Meanwhile - Christian would be homeschooling the three children along with preparing their vessel for an around the world adventure - talk about super hero parents!

To learn more about Josie, Christian and their family afloat check out:

www.afamilyafloat.com

www.instagram.com/afamilyafloat

ABOUT THE PODCAST

Rewilding Parenthood is a podcast featuring families leading bold and courageous lifestyles. It is told in 5 episode thematic based seasons - the purpose being that we want families interested in a certain subject matter to get a holistic look at the lifestyle they seek to pursue and most importantly highlighting paths to achieving this life. Of the five episodes per season, four will be hosted by Colin Boyd, in English and the fifth in Spanish and hosted by Sofi Aldinio. So whether you are seeking a life on the road, on the water or just an alternative approach to the 9-5, join us to find inspiration and connection to many others leading the way.

Rewilding Parenthood was produced by Afuera Vida and hosted by Colin Boyd & Sofi Aldinio. Follow the journey, and podcast highlights on instagram @afueravida.

Sound Design & Editing by Mercedes Riva

Music by Thomas Tyrel