PART ONE. We crossed the equator at sunset last night. It was cloudless, so the sun turned into an orange fireball dropping into the sea. 12 hours later, at sunrise, we finished he final leg of the crossing and entered Academy Bay on Santa Cruz Island. Both events were marked with a wee dram of rum. The equator crossing also involved a quick dip, dinner whilst adrift on the middle of the world, and the obligatory Neptune Ceremony during which Captain Pete spoke a few choice words and offered the King a rum portion of his own. Certificates we handed out: we are now Citizens of the Equinox (also known as Shellbacks).
Now awaiting clearances to come ashore. Diana and Martha arrive late today. We are tidying the boat.
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Congratulations to you all! We are repeating our sashimi and mescal morning again on Friday but it won't be the same without you.Regards, Chris and Gerry
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