"When talking to a longtime friend about my rent situation, she suggested I throw my stuff in storage and come stay on her boat for a month or two to test out life on the West Coast. Long story short, I did that, and we started dating - I didn't see it coming, either - and I've lived here ever since."
"Since moving on the boat about two years ago, I've found that my favorite place is the back deck. My girlfriend turned it into a cozy patio space where we can eat dinner, host friends, or just relax by the firepit as the sun sets. It's become the heart of our home, and I think that's one reason boat life feels so special."
A rent hike in downtown Chicago prompted a move to Los Angeles and a trial stay on a friend's boat that became permanent after a relationship developed. The living space centers on a converted back deck used for meals, hosting, and evenings by a firepit. Daily activities include paddleboarding, kayaking, and dolphin-spotting from a dinghy during morning coffee. Housing costs are managed through a marina slip fee that covers electricity, water, and facilities, with monthly fees under $1,200, making boat living more affordable than many studios without water views.
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