Judy Rannow

Faucets and Ribs

Non‑boating season is our chance to catch up on projects. Over the years we’ve remodeled two bathrooms, replaced all the basement water lines with PEX, and tackled the various and sundry surprises that come with home ownership. This weekend we played with water again—just not on the boat. We finally replaced our drinking faucet. AContinue reading “Faucets and Ribs”

Getting Greasy with the Glassy

Growing up, my dad made sure I could take care of my own car long before I ever owned one. I have even diagnosed engine issues by sound—my party trick, apparently. Chris has lovingly dubbed me “Mechanic Barbie”. I don’t mind working on the boats either; I’ve helped him replace impellers, winterize engines, and tackleContinue reading “Getting Greasy with the Glassy”

Boat Cushions and Cooking

I love being out on the water, but honestly, half the fun of boating (for me, anyway) is tearing things apart and putting them back together again. While some people hire professionals for maintenance and renovations, I apparently decided that we will become the professionals – whether Chris likes it or not. I’ll never forgetContinue reading “Boat Cushions and Cooking”

In the throes of winter

Well, here we are. Deep in the throes of winter. Another day with nothing to do but to sit around and eat, drink and try not worry about my boats sitting outside on the hard. This morning here in Wisconsin I woke up to -5 degree temps with the forecast calling for -9 degrees forContinue reading “In the throes of winter”

Let’s get going!

I have been working on this site for years. I have been putting on publishing it until I am happy with the finished product. Well…I have decided that it will never be ready so I am going to publish it and try to make updates along the way. I hope you enjoy what I haveContinue reading “Let’s get going!”

Welcome to our adventure!

After selling our 18′ Mirror Craft center console we bought a motorcycle which we traveled around Wisconsin visiting various county fairs and local attractions for about a year. While it was fun, it did not provide us both with the recreational relaxation we were looking for. My husband likes to fish and spend time onContinue reading “Welcome to our adventure!”