About 1200 miles from home, with 750 miles worth of fuel in her tanks! They are in very light air right now, although they have reported a few days of great sailing, with the spinnaker flying proudly out in front. I guess they are in a pretty wide band of high pressure, but they need to find at least a couple more days of wind in order to make it home.
The crew seems to be getting better day by day, although one of Jim’s recent reports says, “I am not sure if Michael has a problem with the French boat, or just a comment on France in general, but he tossed his French toast in the ocean shortly after consuming it for breakfast yesterday. I took it personally last night when he threw up just before dinner was served.”
Zach and Jerry have been helping in the galley, and Michael has been doing night watches, so it sounds like things are looking up. They are wagering among themselves as to when they will arrive at Neah Bay. Jim thinks they will get to Anacortes on August 8th; we’ll see.
Molly, Jessie and I are moving to our home in Arlington this coming weekend. It has been so much fun being in Enumclaw with my family, but we really must start thinking about school and getting back to our “real” life. The sun is shining here, and the mountain is out. Jim said he woke up to rain and cold temperatures this morning, and had to dig out a jacket and long pants. I hope he gets home in time to enjoy some of the summer!
You can send Jim and the crew a note of encouragement at jim@rubyslippers49.com. Thanks! ~ Jeanna
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