Finding a Place to Call Home
The couple had sold their home years before embarking on their journey, thinking they would travel for only a short time. Now, they found themselves searching for a new place to settle. They considered moving to a quiet coastal town, something that might remind them of their time at sea. But after living on a ship for so long, nothing felt quite right. Every house seemed too still, every neighborhood too rooted, compared to the endless freedom of the ocean.
Navigating Modern Technology
One of the most surprising challenges was the technological leap that had occurred in their absence. The world had changed in the decade they spent aboard the Ocean Serenity. Smartphones, apps, and online services had become more integral to daily life. Ed and Mabel felt out of touch, struggling to understand how to navigate this new digital landscape. They attended classes and workshops for seniors, but it all seemed so foreign compared to the simplicity of ship life.