All is well aboard. After taking NO NAP yesterday John was falling asleep eating his dinner last night. He slept soundly all night though, which allowed Jeff and I more rest. Ships have become the new 'squall' on Abby's watch (read previous posting about squalls only on Abby's watch!) Last night we had to alter course twice to avoid ships, both times on my watch!
We got a bit of sailing in yesterday, spinnaker up and water generator out- sailing along at 7 knots AND making power to boot! Unfortunately the wind died, and has continued dying... Today we tried our hand at sailing but we were crawling at 2kts and not keeping our course- eek. So we are motoring again. It is frustrating having to motor so much, especially after being on the rivers so long- we are a sailboat after all! BUT, we are having some nice calm weather to re-acclimate ourselves to life on passage. And, I'm able to cook up some pretty good boat fare for us on these calm days too, a real spirit lifter!
John took a good nap today and then we sat in the cockpit and had a snack of popcorn. Its a bit too sunny for J to stay up there this afternoon, especially being 'Johnny No Pants'- we're afraid of certain areas getting burned (insert a groan by all men here). John and I will listen to some music and play trains for awhile before indulging on cheesy pasta for dinner.
*XOX*
Abby, Jeff and John
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Great updates! Keep up the good work and keep us posted!! Lots of love! xo
We certainly enjoy your descriptive entries. Hope you are having fun! Tomorrow is Thanksgiving, enjoy the day!
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