Here’s a lovely little film about a man who has chosen a simpler life living aboard a 50-year-old wooden boat he restored ‘from a scrap heap.’
His thoughts on choosing a simpler lifestyle over the stresses of a ‘normal’ modern life hit home for us; what about you?
Twenty Eight Feet: Life on a Little Wooden Boat
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A couple favorite quotes from the video:
“For me I think what’s more important than having a big house is having a space that makes me feel good.”
“I think I’m one of the richest people in the world, I feel great… If you think I’m dirtbag, then you don’t understand the lifestyle, and that’s okay with me.”
What do you think of the minimalist, live-aboard lifestyle portrayed in the film?
We’d love to know more about how you feel about these themes… share your thoughts in the comments below.
Mark Nowlan says:
Difficult to put into words…beautiful, epic adventure…. me thinks you’ve found heaven on earth!
Would love to see more of this trip…..safe travels!
This bluenoser is ultra envious.
Steven Wallace says:
This film opened my eyes. Instead of siting on shore and dreaming, get out and live life. thanks, love it.
Vance Scott says:
Doing what I have always dreamed of. All power to ya….may you have fair winds………….
Deedee says:
So good! Nice Maple leaf…
R. Paul Smith says:
This was wonderful to watch. Dirt Bag? I feel more like the dirt bag for not following this dream of mine – yet!
Thanks guys (all involved in making, living, and finding this film for us)
Robert Gunter says:
What many of us dream of you have achieved. Congratulations on your life choices. Keeping it simple, but not stupid.
Eigil Rothe says:
Wow. Love this. Admire the courage to listen to the Soul-voice. There are no coincidences. Great film.
George Johnson says:
He’s living the GOOD life…. And we are all envious!!
Erik Sayce says:
I love how he’s branded himself, his boat, and belongings all around that red leaf looking symbol. I wish I could hear him talk about it and it’s meaning.
William Seyler says:
Very envious!
David Jeffery says:
Good to see the H28 hull still doing its job well. Light and cooking by kerosene; refrigeration by none; navigation by tablet. Sweet/
Eric Blake says:
Really good!
Thanks Dustin