Having travelled 166 miles in the last 24 hours, we are now less than 150 miles away from the Marquessa's. We expect to be anchored in the early morning - we may even have to slow down so that we arrive there in the daylight. We are all pretty excited. We have even seen new birds out here as we get closer. We have just hoisted the French Polynesian flag, after setting the gennaker for our final push to the Islands.
We are extremely grateful for the wonderful weather we have had...fair winds and following seas. Every sailors dream. We also have a great crew onboard...Doug is an able sailor and all-round great guy. Shelby has learned lots of new skills and is a valuable crew member. She is enthusiastic, helpful and a delight to beat at Boggle, ha,ha. I think between Scrabble, Crosswords, Double Solitaire, Boggle, Hangman, etc, etc. she and I have probably played over 200 games. They have both been ideal companions for this long journey. It is not easy for four people to live 24/7 in a 46 foot boat - but we have all managed well - especially once Doug and Shelby got over the first week of not feeling themselves.
We are betting on who will see land first and who will dive in the water first once we set the anchor. We are so very close now.
Thanks for coming along with us on our journey. I'll write tomorrow..hopefully to let you all know that we made it safe and sound.
Today is Trisha's memorial and we will be thinking of her, her family and friends. Our hearts will be there with all of you. Happy Trails dear friend and thanks for enriching all of us. We will remember you.
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