Monday, October 19, 2009

"Blues and Pinks"

Today's been a quiet one out here. For a while again this afternoon we were completely becalmed again. I expected that it would frustrate me making so little progress but I really enjoyed the chance just to take it easy and start on a book between tweaking the sails. It's been so long since I've had anytime just to take it easy for a while and the freedom was amazing. No deadlines, nothing to rush off to, I can eat whatever I like whenever I like, no one to send me off to bed! It was pretty special this afternoon when the sea glassed right out, it was as if you could see right to the distant blue bottom apart from huge schools of jelly fish floating past. We even had a couple of dolphins drop in to say hi. The other unexpected visitor was a small plane who circled around overhead, just when I thought I was finally by myself!
I've already discovered that a tidy cabin means a happy Jessica. I can only relax when everything on deck, in the cockpit and down below is in its place and ready for the unexpected. Right now the sun's setting and the sky's turned a shade of pink, exactly the same as Ella's Pink Lady, very pretty! So I might get the camera out before finding something to eat (I'm thinking sweet and sour lamb and then pancakes), getting Ella's Pink Lady ready for the night, then calling in for evening skeds.

Jesse

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Mary said...

May you continue to catch up on your rest, Jess. Words can not express the tremendousness of your trekking spirit as you spread your wings to fly with the ocean. Good winds to you. Enjoy the peace of your hours. We are here for you should you need to reach out for connection. Stay in courage. Mary, Maine, USA

Alistair said...

Hi Jessica,
Good luck and enjoy the voyage....and when things get rough remember you have the beautiful S&S 34 to keep you safe. Just leaving on a voyage like this takes remarkable courage...well done and safe passage.
A.

Andrew Torres said...

Hi Jess,

We are a family of eight five girls one boy. Concerned for you but proud of your courage will be there with you in prayers and by your blog. Please stick to your processes and calm clear mind.

Torres Family
U.S.A.

m85smith said...

Jessica,

Your journey is an inspiration. Congratulations on making it this far, and good luck with the rest of the adventure.

Smooth sailing,

Mat

Unknown said...

hey
nice to hear you back on the watter again and that all is going well i`ll look out to read youre next blog

Rodway said...

Hi Jessica, Congratulations on finally setting out. You will be Ok so dont worry. I asked the worlds twitterers to support you yesterday so I hope that they do. I am a retired 66yo marine diesel mechanic and later when things calm down I would love to hear what sort of engine you have, I assume yanmar. Cheers & keep yourself well fed !!

Anton & Max said...

Wow it sounds like you are having a dream start - go girl!

Unknown said...

My thoughts and prayers will remain with you. Please stay healthy and fit and take good care of yourself. Above all else have fun and enjoy this unspeakably amazing adventure that so many of us are taking along with you vicariously.

Anonymous said...

Jessica,

The Northington family from Little Rock, AR US. will be following you all the way. I plan on using your blog as a teaching tool for my daughter Kristina (7) and my son Weston (9). Best of luck!

The Northingtons
Stephen, Debbie,Kristina, &Weston

Anonymous said...

Hi Jessica!
Keep a good lookout!
God bless you!
W.Lublinn
Stockholm., Sweden

Anonymous said...

good luck...from italian fan...Adriano-Italia

Carina said...

Hi!
A good luck here from Sweden. I will read your blogg and take care..

Anonymous said...

The book "South Sea Vagabonds" from John W. Wray comes in mind..
Godspeed Jess

Anonymous said...

You go girl. I will be following you progress. "The Island Lady"

Anonymous said...

Hej Jess,

Been talking about you at work in Stockholm Sweden today. You are brave. :)Would be great if you could mention your coordinates (Long,Lat) once in a while. Fun to see where you are when writing. Anyways, best of luck !

Cheers
Swedish sailor

Sophus (Sthlm, Sweden)

Anonymous said...

Hi Jess

Good Luck and keep safe. Looking forward to reading all your blogs. It will be amazing to be able to share your adventure in a small way.

Judy Sydney

Mike Kay Avon Indiana said...

Hi Jessica,

Sounds like a smooth start. Thank you for taking the time to share a glimpse of the color of the sky, those of us landlocked can share in your adventure because of your observation and sharing, thank you! Godspeed. Mike

Stephanie said...

I just learned about your story yesterday on MSNBC.com. I love that you have the courage it takes to do such a journey. I love reading what you have done so far. Be safe and take care.

Stephanie
Colorado, USA

Anonymous said...

Hi Jess,
I wish you calm winds & fair seas but when it starts to blow just stay calm, keep thinking & everything will be ok. I've spent 20 years at sea & I know you will enjoy this voyage. Be safe...stay alert. ttyl, GG

Kathleen Bard said...

Jessica,
Good Luck and praying that God will bless you and keep you safe during your journey around the world. You go, girl!!

The Bard Family
Pennsylvania,USA

Anonymous said...

Hi Jess,
Thank you for the Blogs.. My husband does not agree you should be doing this but I think you are amazing for having the guts to follow your dreams. If it wasn't for people like you where would the world be. Please stay safe and enjoy the calm weather. Also if you get a chance can you let us know how you sleep and how much do you get, I am really interested in hearing about that because when we used to sail the rocking of the boat always made me fall asleep even when it was rough.Take Care.
Kaz
Caloundra

Jo said...

Hello Jess,
I am a mother of 3 - an 18yo son, 16yo and 10yo daughters. Your parents are obviously fantastic to support you to live out your dream. I hope that I would be able to do that for any of my children if they so wished. I believe if you have a dream, you should go for it!! Good luck Jess - my very best thoughts and vibes go with you.
Love,
Jo Langley - Mackay, Qld
xoxo

alisontassie said...

Hi Jess,

Have a safe journey, will be following you.

alisontassie

Anonymous said...

Hi Jess

As an ex S&S 34 owner from Hobart you sure picked a good one for your adventure - please keep us informed on how she performs.

Good luck and keep safe !

Steve and Pam

Michael said...

Live every moment because sooner than you think you will have completed your journey.

Stay sharp.

Amy Bowllan said...

I just read your blog post to my 6th grade students, here in NYC! WE are ALL cheering for you and will be watching (and praying for) you every step of the way.

Cheers
Amy Bowllan

ps One student remarked, "COOL! She's not going to school!" :)

Anonymous said...

i think it's a great step for a young girl to take up the challenge planning a trip around the world. i admire you, cause i don't have the courage to do that.

have a fine and exciting journey, take care of you and enjoy yourself. i wish i was there instead of being here in cold europe;-)

martin said...

Hi JESSICA,

Read blog for first time.
While I feel you are too young to be doing this difficult challenge I do admire your determination and self belief - hope you stay safe and complete your journey.
Martin, Perth

Anonymous said...

Hi Jessica,
Good luck with the trip, very interesting read on this blog. That plane circling you may have been the one for the news. you were just on Ten late news again giving us a progress update. Good Luck and most of all look after yourself.

Dan

Anonymous said...

Hey Jessica, fair winds and faith in yourself are all you need. Our love and best wish's from all here in the bush.

Anonymous said...

Hi Jess, I've just returned to the UK after my honeymoon in Oz and got interested in your story as you were always on the news while we were there! Will be keeping up with your progress and wish you well with everything. Good luck!

Christina, London, England.

Unknown said...

Saw u on 60mins last night, u were fantastic. Hope the trips going well. Have a safe trip and remember whenever ur feeling down, Australia is right there behind u. Go jess

Harry said...

May blue skies and steady winds be your constant companions on your quest. Good luck from the West Coast the USA.

Unknown said...

wow u have a lot of fans. I will be on ur site every day to see how ur going. Go show the world how aussume aussies are!!!
Cant wait to hear from you
if i can find a girl that love the sea as much as u over hear in perth i will be laughing well not really but i b happy. when you get back here it will b a next to impossile record to beat
good luck best wishes
from jake

Jannette said...

I wish you the best of luck and hope that you have a safe and memorable trip. I look forward to seeing photos and I will be sure to keep track of your journey.

Anonymous said...

Saw u on 60mins last night, u were fantastic. Hope the trips going well. Have a safe trip and remember whenever ur feeling down, Australia is right there behind u. Go jess!!!
LRD

LFR said...

Hi Jessica,

I just read about you and your adventure yesterday, and I am captivated. I'll be following you and wish you Godspeed. You are a brave and amazing young woman. Stay strong and savor every minute. Your dream is now reality.

LFR
Philadelphia,Pennsylvania, USA

Anonymous said...

Hi Jessica- I will be watching your progress daily from Mississauga Canada near Toronto. 58years old and full of admiration!
Brian Jones

Unknown said...

Hi Jesse,

All the best wishes of smooth winds to You from Copenhagen.
Looking forward to follow Your unique traversée from a distance.
Who knows - maybe I will even catch up with You somewhere "en route" via my newly purchased classic (actually Australian) America's Cup Yacht "Dame Pattie".

Warm regards,
Mads

fazzwell said...

hey jess, just wanted to wish you the best of luck and a safe trip. whow what an adventure ... you are a champ and australia is behind you all the way ... ill be following your blog and cheering you on ha ha ha ... be safe ...all the best ... and ill be there in sydney in 8 months welcoming you back home.

chris
victoria

Anonymous said...

Good to hear you have had a safe if slowish start. Well done for having a go at your dream. All the best

Matthew, Perth

Anonymous said...

Here is a good luck from the USA! You have made the news here, well on blogs at least. Good for you going out there and going for your dream! Be careful and stay safe. Beautiful boat by the way..

L.

Patrick Oquinn said...

Wow! You are one cool girl! Good luck and from the rest of Fredericksburg, Virginia and USA you will be in our prayers. We will be following your trip. Post some cool pictures when you get the chance. Patrick Oquinn

RJ said...

Your parentsd must be very proud of you, I am and I am an American with a taste for adventure as well. But, I do mine on a cycle.

Good luck and stay safe

RJ

Anonymous said...

Hi Jess
Good luck with the record attempt, i know you can prove your doubters wrong,go get them Jess have a wonderful and safe trip, and congratulations on finally getting the record underway.If anyone can do it its a young Aussie teenager like yourself, go champ. Best Wishes Campbell Peel.

P.S Jess is really pretty

Slamdunk said...

I'm in the States and just read about your journey. Your courage is admirable.

God Bless you on the trip and I look forward to reading about your experiences.

Unknown said...

Godspeed and success to you.

Forrister said...

hey jessica
just wanted to wish you all the best of luck out there kiddo...kudos to you my friend!
it is a hard thing as an adult to d what you want, so as a teenager to be given this opportunity and be surrounded by such supportive friends and family must be amazing and a constant source of inspiration....i have been lucky myself to have spent time living on a yacht...albeit a 26 footer but it is a lifestyle that so few could understand and comprehend...just like you having a routine and a clean and tidy vessel helped me keep sane...enjoy this time to know yourself, again something we adults take years to do...a wiser and better person you will become...am looking forward to following your journey...stay safe...cheers Forrister (Melbourne)

Lowell said...

I'm sooo jealous!! You're amid the most beautiful part of our planet; At sea.

Anonymous said...

i wish you well, i will ask for a guardian angel to sit on the top of your sail to keep you safe and bring you home to your family. Be safe.

Paula said...

Please do take a lot of photos and post them during this voyage. Your powers of description are quite strong, but we'd still like to see your world via photo! Might as well make full use of this amazing technology, right?

God-speed, Jessica.

Anonymous said...

Just caught you on the Fox News web site in the US. I wish you luck and I know you can do it.

Kevin
Little Rock, Arkansas, USA

Anonymous said...

Hi Jessica,
Also from Holland we wish you a very fine and save trip!
Surely some of the boys and girls (!) here are very jealous!

Go easy on the food, you might need to, at this speed!

But most of all, have fun!
Chris

philmouf said...

Wow! What bravery and courage! How inspring you are indeed! My boys and i are following you every day... may the seas be good to you!

Philip, Zanda & Micki

Anonymous said...

Go Jess,


We will be following all the way! Good luck

Anonymous said...

Believe it or not, you are helping me convince my wife that we could sail around the world in our Catalina 42.

Maybe you could give her lessons!

We both wish you the best of luck. It would be nice if you were aa Amateur Radio Operator as well. It would be nice to hear you live.

May the good weather be yours.

George & Sandy Yahn
San Jose, CA. USA

Anonymous said...

Jess,
I just read about your adventure in our paper this morning. I admire your courage and spirit. I've got two young girls (5 and 8) and we are a boating family as well. We're going to keep tabs on you and read your updates together. You're such a fantastic role model for girls! Stay safe and you will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Nancy Erb
Scarborough, Maine, USA

Kathy Snyder said...

Best wishes for a wonderful trip.I will keep notice of you daily,,God speed young lady....Kathy,NY

Unknown said...

Hey Jess! I know you're still a little busy since you've just begun, but someday, when you're looking for something to do, I'd love to hear more about the details. Like what sort of food does someone take for a trip around the world anyway? And what do you do for power (wind, generators, solar, etc)? Like many others, I'm truly inspired by your adventure and look forward with great anticipation to the coming months as we what you achieve what most will only dream of. Good luck, and God speed...

Anonymous said...

HI Jessica,
WIsh you all the best.

Robert said...

Best of luck, stay safe and may your sails be full.
Robert
Seattle, Washington
USA

Anonymous said...

What an inspiration you are! We shall be following your log every day.
How wonderful that so many people around the world are following your trip, with best wishes and love in their hearts.

Brent said...

Hi Jessica,
I wish you the very best as you make your incredible journey. Each and every day I will read your blog and imagine where you are and what you are doing. Hopefully, I will be able to leave comments from time to time. My name is Brent and I am a 43 year old married father of two.....who loves to sail. I hail from Washington D.C. USA

Brent

Uncle Mike said...

May the wind fill your sails young lady...Stay safe and in contact with your Mum and Dad..We'll follow your blog every day..

Michael

MN said...

Hey there Jess,

Glad its smooth sailing for you so far and wish you all the best.
You are doing an absolutely amazing thing and against what alot of people say age has nothing to do with it.
You will have lonely times out there and no doubt question your own reasonings, but these times will be short lived and the best way to overcome them is to visualize the moment you complete the journey.
Stay safe, stay focussed and stay happy.
Mark

Mary Ann Sulc-Davis said...

What an inspiration you are! Stay safe and know that you have a large slice of the world wishing you the best, and uniting in a positive way. You are creating this wonderful positive response! Go girl!!

Anonymous said...

Good luck and calm Seas! Following your progress from the US.

Unknown said...

We're rooting for you up here in Northern Michigan, USA! Be safe and be well.

Unknown said...

Hi Jessica, good luck, have a lot of fun and a great time.
Alex
Spain

Sara said...

Hi Jess,
Good luck and be safe!!

Sara from Virginia, USA

Anonymous said...

Jessica, all the best to you on this adventure. We will be following your blog from North Carolina, US. Stay safe and God bless.

JoshD said...

Keep it up!

Josh!

Anonymous said...

Hi Jess, just read in the paper in England what you're doing! Your an inspriation to us all, safe journey and most inportantly enjoy it!

Paul
Newcastle upon Tyne
England

ulli and family said...

Dear Jessica,

good luck from Austria, stay safe and happy and free and adventurous as you are now!

xxx Ulli, Norbert, Paul and Pius

Anonymous said...

Hi Jessica,

You are an international inspiration and make me proud to be an Aussie female!!

Congrats to your Mum, Dad & family for all their love, support and encouragement they continue always to give to you as well.

I will continue to be following your journey along with many others.

Bringing you best wishes for an awesome, special and totally memorable record breaking circumnav' round the world,

Andrea from Tassie.
:-)

Mike D said...

Jessica, the world is with you! Enjoy the highs and the lows, treasure every moment. Best of luck!

Mike
Landlocked in Philadelphia, Pa

George said...

Keep up the good work.

Matt G (QLD) said...

Jess,
You are in a league of your own with your goals and I am soo happy to see that nothing has stopped you thus far! You have been through and handled some of the toughest and cruelest human Storms in the past few weeks, the Natural ones will only be a breeze!

I take my Hat off to you and look forward to applauding your arrival home with your brand new world record!

Matt G (QLD)

Anonymous said...

Hi Jess
I hope you don't mind if I call you Jess. You look like a Jess. I don't know what that really means, but you do.

What a thing you are setting out on. Wow! I did a short blue water sail in the Pacific a while back with my Pop on the Ketch he built call Ozma (the princess of Oz in the Oz books). The main thing I remember is the stars. OMG the stars.

I hope your time at sea is one that you will always look back on with great joy, and I look forward to reading your blog.

Take care

Miken, Santa Cruz, CA, USA

DONL said...

Hi Jess,
From Virginia Beach,Virginia USA will enjoy reading your blog> Good luck, God speed and smooth sailing.

Greg Reid said...

Hey Jess !
My name is Greg from Gold Coast and i wish you all the very best wishes for your fantastic odessy !
Do you realize you have a growing fan club back here on Terra firma and we are all wishing you faith determination and love !
You are a brave girl and have a very strong and determined spirit!
Cheers mate, Go girl !
Grego xo

Anonymous said...

Good Luck and God's Speed.

Anonymous said...

Hi Jess,
A few years ago I had the pleasure to follow a great man in his dream to complete his around the world trip on the Internet, his name was Steve Fossett. You might know of him? Anyways I saw your adventure being covered by the news and I will be following your progress and all of us here in Kalgoorlie Western Australia wish you all the best in you're huge adventure.

Good luck, be safe, god bless.

Shaun
Kalgoorlie - Boulder WA

Alessandra said...

Ciao Jessica, ti scrivo dall'Italia, precisamente da Sanremo. Sono molto orgogliosa di te e del tuo coraggio. Sei stata grande a decidere di affrontare una sfida così impegnativa, ma allo stesso tempo così straordinaria! Complimenti davvero! Seguirò la tua vicenda attraverso il tuo blog. Ti auguro ogni bene e ti ringrazio per aver dimostrato che anche i sogni possono diventare realtà..! :-)
Un bacio, Alessandra.

Anonymous said...

Jessica, you would not have started this adventure had you not been totally knowledgable and prepared. I admire you, as a 16-yo Aussie girl, you are putting a lot of us "oldsters" to shame. I have been bed-ridden for a year due to depression & if you don't mind, I'm going to use you as my inspiration & wonderment and I'm going to get out of this bed and this house. By golly girl, if you can do it at 16, I can do "something" at 63! I'm an American living in Tasmania and my husband and I are following you every single day. Look forward to your descriptive blogs. GOD BLESS YOU and God put his angels all around the "Pink Lady" and you. Good Luck til next time! Beverly Penney, Tasmania

Anonymous said...

Your words put me right there with you with that pink sky. Loved it. Sail on, my friend!
Kerry
San Antonio, TX

Unknown said...

I love the courage you have to do this Jess and the fact you have a mission. Good luck with your book I and I will be reading your blogs daily to see what you have been up to.

From Ernesto

Harold Thompson said...

We're pulling for you, will be keeping up with your progress. Sounds like you've got things well in hand. Fair winds and following seas.

Unknown said...

I love the courage you have to do this Jess and the fact you have a mission. Good luck with your book I and I will be reading your blogs daily to see what you have been up to.

From Ernesto

Anonymous said...

Hello Jessie, I will be praying for you everyday of your voyage that God will keep you in His care, give you all you will need for this journey of your life. I will be following your blogs, just remember the Lord is right there.

ruby
USA

Norman Hoehn said...

Good on ya girl!!

I was wondering if you ever crossed the equator before? If this is your first then maby you could be a Shellback. If you cross in the right place you could be a golden shellback. (I hope you know what a shellback is)

carl said...

hi jesse,
you are an ispiration ,
sailing is awesome .

keep up the good work
carl x.0.x.0

Kellygirlnyc said...

That sounds like the best day! Hope dinner was yum (sounds good!). Take care. :)

-Kelly

Elissa, Berne, Switzerland said...

Hi Jess
am an Aussie messaging you from Switzerland. Go girl go, you are doing yourself, your parents and Australia proud. Wish I could be a bird soaring through the skies and keeping you company. May the good lord keep a watchful eye over you, protect you from harms way and keep you and your dream alive for the next 8 months. I am looking forward to reading your daily blog. GOOD LUCK to you and for your boat on your vast journey!

Chris and Carley Phillips said...

Good on you Jess!
The world needs more adventure in it!
We will be following your blog everyday!
Fair winds and safe travels.
Chris and Carley
Fremantle WA!

Unknown said...

Good luck! I will be following your updates

carl said...

hi jesse, cant wait till you make it back ,
you can do it .
best of luke


carl and adrienne

Anonymous said...

hope you have a great and safe time jessica.all the best allan from perth :)

Mark said...

Following you from Houston, Texas. Happy to see you following your dream. What courageous parents you must have!

Unknown said...

Loved your 'Blues and Pinks' Jess, what a magic way to ease into your venture. Hoping to keep track of you all the way. Safe and happy sailing, best wishes
Laurie P (Foxground NSW)

Anonymous said...

Jessica,

Keep up the good work. It is an amazing undertaking regardless of the perils. God speed to you and keep the world posted.

Joseph
British Columbia, Canada

Unknown said...

Your writing stile show to me that you are an old mind in a young body. As the mind of so many youngsters.Who knows how many times this mind travelled around Cape Horn...(by the way: your parents are.... just fantastic !!!!!!)

Unknown said...

Hi Jessica
Goodluck and good sailing.Have fun.
I noticed in one of your videos you have a HF radio on board, Im wondering if you are having any skeds on the radio, my hobby is hame radio and i would like to lisen out for you.

From Christie VK6 XCJ Perth WA

Rob said...

Jess,
I envy you for the views of the night sky alone! I hope you will turn your camera to the sky a few times on clear moonless nights for me.
Rob
Missouri, USA

Anonymous said...

Godspeed brave Jessica! As one of yr bloggers said calm winds at this stage are a good omen after all the commotion of departure. Stay safe , focused and calm .
Looking forward to the sunrise and sunset pictures...
In Portugal - Maria-Adelia

Kelly said...

Best of luck Jessica! I'm following you from Charlotte, North Carolina. Looking forward to your blogs and photos...

Kelly

Anonymous said...

Best wishes for a safe, and fun trip!

I have always dreamed of doing just this but am not a capable sailor or gutsy enough! You are fulfilling my dream and I will be watching closely. Thank you for your courage and determination.

Ellen

Deanna Ivers said...

Jessica. You truly are an inspiration to all young women around the world - keep dreaming!

Love Ella, Liora and Mia xxx
p.s We love this ....

"Twenty years from now, you will be more disappointed
by the things you did not do than by the things you did do.
So, throw off the bowlines. Sail away from the safe harbour.
Catch the trade winds in your sails. Explore. Dream. Discover.” –MARK TWAIN

Cowboychincs said...

Hi Jessica,
My wife and I are keeping tabs on your extraordinary journey all the way from Anderson,SC, USA. Good luck, looking forward to reading your daily updates! We wish you well... and remember "Sometimes God calms the storm, sometimes He calms the sailor”

Anonymous said...

Good luck and be safe

Anonymous said...

good luck jessica, its amazing what a teenager can do with determination, I hope your trip inspires other young people who are looking for direction to realise that they can do great things too

Roderik said...

Hey Jess,
I think what your doing is pretty amazing. Be safe out there, have fun, and I'll be reading each stop of the way.

Rod

Anonymous said...

Dear Jessica,
good news, you are enjoying yourself. I can imagine, that the quiet, the please yourself at any hour of the day or night, eat what you like is wonderfully relaxing after the wild buzz of months of organization and work.
Your description of your lovely evening setting, the jelly fish and dolphins conjure up holiday pictures in my head! :-)
It probably will seem quite empty for Mum, Dad and your siblings, but on the other hand your mother is sorting out the many posts on the blog, I imagine and keeping alert for any contacts from you.
I just spent one hour reading over 400 comments!
I definitely will follow your blog as I have done for the past 4 months!
Jessica won't be stopping at any nice little eating places, the only restaurant she will be frequenting is 'Ella's Pink Lady Gourmet joint'
Your dinner selection sounds good!!!! :-))
Enoy the serenity and solitutde,
keep happy and save, Trudy from Austria

Emma said...

Sounds amazing. Wishing you the best of luck on your adventure.

Emma
Canada.

Sarah said...

Hey Jess,
I wish you the very best for the trip of your life :)
I think you will have a lot of fun and see many things you won't forget for the rest of your life.
I hope you arrive at home healthy and happy in more or less 8 months.

Sarah
Germany

Anonymous said...

Here in California we are following you on your journey. Which I'm sure will be completely AMAZING! What a great idea to do a blog. Enjoy every moment!
Diane, Antonio, David, Andre and Juliana
PS- I'm going to be buying one of your caps- I wonder who will notice it and mention you??!!

Unknown said...

hey Jess

they say that the future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams.

go for it.

good luck from Ireland

Anonymous said...

Hi Jessica!
I just want to say how impressed I'm over your big adventure. I look forward to read about your exciting days at the sea.

Take care and GOOD LUCK!
/Christian (from Sweden)

Unknown said...

Hi jessica, just was sitting here this morning having some coffee,thinking about U, half way and maybe further around the world,....wanted to wish U well on completing your journey! please be safe..I will be praying for you and your beautiful pink ship, take care for now..Joe chandler, Arizona, USA

Unknown said...

It sounds amazing so far ! Don't read your book too fast, no libraries remember ! LOL I'm sure the wind will pick up and you'll be sailing so much you'll wish for a calm day. Reading your blogs is just like being out there with you, on your amazing journey.

Godspeed
Sherll, Georgia, USA

Anonymous said...

God Speed Jessy,
So much courage, you are such a brave young soul. I wish you safe sailing & remember you are not alone, so many of us are here reading your blogs, following your every step! I will be one of the many that will send a request to keep you safe!
Elena of NYC

Stanlee said...

..that independence is your soul's natural state, and

Freedom is another name for God.

The Divine is that which is totally free, all the time.

Nothing constricts It, nothing limits It, nothing stops

It or prohibits It or denies It in any way.

beautiful first day, first blog at sea...you are never alone.

Stanlee

Xavier Pauke said...

I just heard about your great adventure and hope you do great, I ran across your story last night while thinking up new project ideas for school and I have to say you sparked a great one in me. I have complete faith you will pull this off so good luck.

Anonymous said...

Godspeed champ!
you have a fan base allllllllllll the way here in NYC! =)You Rock!

Anonymous said...

Hi Jess!
I hope my daughter (9) doesn't see your site and gets inspired...;-). I find it enormously brave of you and your parents to do this. Whising you all the best and good luck!
Helmut/Austria

james said...

Jessica-

Having "traveled" with many sailors from Slocum, Chichester, even Buckley to present, it has always been after the fact. Thank you for taking me along with your blogs- it is as close to being there as I am likely to get...

Jim Rogers
Ohio, USA

Anonymous said...

Hi Jessica,
sending this little message from Frankfurt/Germany to you; I hope you stay well and I wish you all the best for your journey. Can't wait to read more of your little stories. Wish i had the courage to do things like that :-)

I am with you
good luck
norbert

Dan from Perth said...

Hi Jess,
You, your family and your friends are truly amazing and inspirational people.

You are living your dream, a challenge, an adventure and above all, living life to the full.

Tougher that the wildest and most jealous seas you will ever encounter, you have already conquered the most sinister of adversaries commonly known as the critic. Yet, unlike them, you will never have to live in the fear of regret of not having tried. You are truly amazing and inspriational.

Looking forward to your next entry.

‘Look after your Lady, and she shall look after you.’

Robert said...

Jesse,

My daughters (7 & 8) are tracking your trip from here in Washington, DC. They're so thrilled to see "a girl" doing something like this. I'm so glad that you're providing a good role model for hard work, ambition, tenacity, and value of preparation! Best of luck.

Robert, Felicity and Miranda in DC.

Julia Martins said...

Hi Jessica,
Here I am writing to you from the other side of the world, Brazil!! I just read your story in the newspaper and I wish you all the luck e very calm waters on your way. I'will read your blog every day.
Have a nice and safe trip!

Claudia, São Paulo, Brazil

Anonymous said...

Hi Jess,
just saw you in the news today. I wish you all the best and unforgettables experiences...

Take care & safe journey

Jan from Canary Islands

Justin said...

awesome, the best of times

Anonymous said...

You go, girl! I am really looking forward to reading of your journey. Way to go!

warren leagas said...

Your so brave jessica

Best of luck from warren taylah and annalise.
We will follow your progess and enjoy your sucess.
Takecare and congratulations i admire your courage and us ordinary aussie think that your a hero..

Anonymous said...

Best of luck, Jess, you made the news even in Germany. Hope you'll make even bigger news when you come home.

Anonymous said...

Hey Jess good luck
from the 0°c cold Germany ;-)
nice blog

Adam

SailSim said...

Hi Jess,

Just subscribed to the blog. I know this is going to be one heck of an adventure. I hope the wind picks up soon, but not too much!

Very, very best of luck.

All at SailSim

Anonymous said...

Hey jess, hope your doing ok I plan on following your progress here from Hershey PA. your a brave person and I wish you the best in your voyage.

Anonymous said...

Jess,

Just read about your adventure in the news. I’ve been working intimately with software and the Internet for as long as I can remember, but I’ve avoided the world of blogging, until now. I’m looking forward to following your daily progress. You’re a courageous young woman who is a fine example of the best that the human race has to offer. Your parents must be very proud. Godspeed.

Ralph – New Mexico

Anonymous said...

Stay safe Jessica,thinking of you on your travels.......stay cool calm and collective.."thumbs UP" :-)

Captain Scott said...

Jessica

I am a fishing guide St. Simons Island Georgia USA and saw your story on the web. I am excited to watch your progress and wish you smooth sailings. My father was a sailor and I grew up sailing but when my parents split I didn't sail anymore and it has been many years since I set foot on a sailboat. I spend most of my time poling my clients around on the flats chasing game fish with a fly rod. I love the open ocean and miss her. There is a feeling only a few people understand and feel when they are miles from land and I think you probably know that feeling.

It is good to see such a young lady be so independent and strong. To many people depend on other people to get through the day and forget what life is about. I wish you the best and will say a prayer for you. Be safe and remember that mother ocean can not be forgiven so stay alert and keep on you toes

Capt. Scott

Phred said...

Happy Sailing, Jess!

I have too ask: WHY are you pictured so frequently in Jeans and a Tee - and NOT Wearing a PFD / Inflatable Vest / or a Tether?

You'd do a LOT for the Marine Safety Cause if you were seen ALL the Time wearing an approved life-saving device.

Stay Dry - Stay Well - Have FUN!

Amanda said...

Thank you,
I am sitting in my little boat of dreams (27' Ericson) tied to a dock while I finish school and pay off the bills before I head out for my adventure. Getting to read about your dream will make the cold gray winter of Western Canada that much easier to stomach. I will be following everyday there is internet access.
Thanks for sharing your adventure with us all.

Amanda
Vancouver Island, BC

Anonymous said...

Glad things are going well for you. Will be checking your blog every day. Best of luck! Irina.

Justink said...

Awesome times, the best to be out there. Stay safe.

Anonymous said...

Having sailed the Horn myself remember, below 40 there is no law, below 50 there is no God...Be safe, be dry (yea), be warm and Godspeed. Wave to Elliott (Cape Horn lighthouse keeper) as you go by.

RadekCZ said...

Hi Jessica. I want to tell you, that also Cyech republic wishes you great wind and no troubles :)
It is nice to know, that there are still people, who can realize their dreams :)
Hope you'll succeed.

Anonymous said...

Hi Jessica! Enjoy your trip. Best Regards... Lu from Germany

Anonymous said...

just wanted to say have a safe trip and remember it always. you are truly an inspiration

justina said...

just wanted to say have a safe trip and remember it always. you are truly an inspiration

Anonymous said...

Jess,

May you have Fair Winds & Following Seas on your amazing adventure! You are an inspiration to all young girls who dream of doing what they dream about one day.

Sharon
USA

johnb said...

Hi Jess,

May the wind be always at your back. Good luck.

I think you'd like reading 'Bring Me a Unicorn' by Ann Morrow Lindbergh and her adventures flying with Charles L around the world - all the headaches with navigation and weather and all...

Janet said...

Hi Jessica,

My 3 boys and I are following your amazing journey from the heartland of the USA - Cincinnati, Ohio. We are amazed at your courage, and you are an amazing writer! You will be in our prayers each day.

You go girl!

Godspeed

Janet, Matt 13, Joey 11 & Mark 9

Bob said...

Take care ...

Watching your progress from Austin, Texas.

Keep Strong

Penny Jo said...

Hi Jessica! I saw an article in the news about your adventure. I live in Arlington, Texas. I am looking forward to following your blog. Wish you the best of luck out there. You are a very brave young lady. You have a fan in Texas. I will check in daily for the updatess. How exciting for you. I will send angels to watch over you. Penny Jo Lynch

Anonymous said...

Hi Jessica,

Just wanted to wish you the best of luck in your travels. I have enjoyed reading your blog entries to date and look forward to all the adventures to come!

Bon Voyage!
Ellie
Scotland, UK

Anonymous said...

Hi Jess,
One of my favourite books when I was young was "Joshua Slocum Sailing alone around the world".
We all have dreams we wish we could have fulfilled in our lives, you are living yours and as an extension bravely sustaining all our hopes and dreams.
Keep safe and constantly vigilant, but enjoy very moment.
Looking forward to your updates.
Chris
Brisbane/Saudi Arabia

MATTHEW BOWMAN said...

Jessica;

Having sailed the Horn, remember, below 40 there is no law, below 50 there is no God. Keep warm, stay dry (huh), be safe and Godspeed and know the whole world is both admiring you and praying for you.

Montana matt

Unknown said...

Hey, Jessica,

OMG I just heard a strange clip on our news in Lithuania, that one girl want to make a history in the ocean.

I wish you good luck, really, I googled and found yours blog, now it is in my favorites, so I hope you will be ok and will make some great posts here with all your impressions from the trip.

Sekmes :)

Sharon T. said...

My daughter Grace (age 10) are with you all the way! Best of luck from California. We wish you Godspeed!

Jeff said...

Hi Jess
all the best and we look forward to your blogs cheers Jeff Perth W.A.

hilary said...

just found this blog, will follow your adventure with interest. Glad you're making your dream your reality.Good luck.

Big Al said...

Jess, we are following you here in the States! We wish you all the best! Good sailing!

Anonymous said...

Good Luck with your adventure from the Scotland UK. Have fun and enjoy every day.

barry howard said...

hi Jess...great to hear from you...probably perfect for things to start out slow and give you a moment to catch your breath...i am really gonna enjoy following your journey..you are an inspiration to us all....

Anonymous said...

wishing safe passage

mom from America

Anonymous said...

To live a dream! How many of us are that blessed! So proud of you! We will be watching and living "vicariously" thru your blogs. With love from Texas!
Stay safe and healthy.

The Isbell family
Arlington, Texas

Anonymous said...

Just awesome Jesse, please keep us up to date on how things are going. I and many of my friends support what you are doing. You're courageous and an inspiration. Here is to fair winds and calm seas. Cheers!

Kristi ^_^

Anonymous said...

Great sailing out of the harbor. Good luck on your adventure. Can hardly wait to see a map of where you are.
Barb from Elk Grove, California

Poteta said...

I will follow you from Sweden and I wish you all the best! Stay safe and take care.

tillie said...

It sounds wonderful! I will be following you adventure. Take care!

The Carter Family said...

I was inspired when I read about you in my local paper. The Charlotte Observer, North Carolina. My son's birthday is today the 19th so I feel a special connection to what you are doing. It's a great day to start around the world. Good luck and my prayers and thoughts will be with you each day as I check in.

Anonymous said...

Hi Jess.

Sending you good thoughts and positive vibes from Dallas, Texas. I am following your adventure as I can't wait to tell my daughter (who is only 3 right now!) about what an amazing feat you undertook.

My family is from Chile so say hello when you pass by!

You can do it!

Victor

vpcornejo@me.com

Anonymous said...

Thanks for keeping your admirers up to date. I check for updates daily. Sounds like you are off to a great start. Watch the weather and reef early!!

God Speed Jessica Watson!!

Steve in Houston, TX
USA

Roamie said...

Hi Jess,
Lots of luck Jess,what an awesome adventure you are going to have.
I just finished reading First Lady for the second time, what a great adventure Kay Cottee had also. I laughed with her and cried too. It got kind of worrying out there at times but "when the going get's tough....the tough get going".
Good luck Jess and be safe
hugs and kisses
Roamie
of Outback Queensland

Anonymous said...

Just wanted to let you know that I am following you here in Northern California, USA. I love the ocean and sailing too! Following your adventure is so uplifting and seems to put a smile on my face. I suppose this may be true for others. You go girl!

Lotffi said...

Hi Jess
all the best out there and stay safe. remember you are not alone. we pray for your success
regards

lotffi
penang, malaysia

Unknown said...

Good luck from sunny southern California!! How can we all get motivated to start our humdrum work weeks when you're on the adventure of a lifetime?! -- as an adventure traveler myself (in a "former life"), I am truly envious. Best of luck, Jessica!!
- Brian
Los Angeles, CA

Gregson C Meston said...

Hi,
Jessica .
Hoping all Goes Well in Your Endeavour Blessings.
Gregson C Meston

Дядя Витя said...

Удачи Джесс!!!

Anonymous said...

Hi Jessica,
Your trip made the internet news the other day in Canada. You're a brave young woman! I'm another fellow sailor wishing you well.

Keep your head clear and your heart true
As you sail your way back to the ones who love you.

The first part is a cliche I made up a few years ago. The second part I made to rhyme with the first part as a short poem for you.
Fair winds and favouring seas,
Good luck,
Paul Vander Griendt

Unknown said...

Jess,

The best of luck with you and your travel. Loved the Mark Twain quote on your website and it is so true.

Jeff in Texas

Anonymous said...

Good Luck Jess!
I am cheering you on from New York!
Looking forward to keeping track of you!
Be Safe!
Susan

Follow @Cwilhelm22 said...

Jess enjoy the journey, every good and everybad... but most important, pay attention to whatever u do and atch, u are doing something incredible big, and amazing... have a good time!

u give hope to people, u are the good new in the diary!

take care
Chris - Mexico city, mexico

Unknown said...

Jessica:
Just a little prayer for you...

May the light of God surround you;
May the love of God enfold you;
May the power of God protect you;
May the presence of God watch over you.
Wherever you are, God is, and all is well.

(Adapted from the Unity Prayer for Protection)

You are truly an inspiration to me and to many others!

Stephanie
West Virginia, USA

Follow @Cwilhelm22 said...

Jess u are the good news in the diary... thanks for giving hope to people!

Chris- Mexico city

Connie Cameron said...

Wow!!! I just happened to read about your incredible journey this am in the paper in Provo, Utah, and couldn't resist going to your website. I'll be following along with you ---good luck!!

JOSE OMAR said...

hello Jess!!!
You are the best!!! I´m a spanish boy bon in 1993 like you. In the news of spain leave you and your ship. Every day I look your blog . All Spain is whit you!! I love you.
JoSe OmAr
(forgiveness for mistakes is that I am learning English)

Anonymous said...

Hello!

I read it here in Sweden in a newspaper about your adventur. Good luck with everything. I will follow your blogg.
Greetings from ANDERS

Kristi said...

GOOD LUCK to you all the way from the states!! I look forward to hearing about your adventures every step of the way!!

You can do this!!! :)

Kristi
Ohio, United States

Anonymous said...

The world is your oyster right right now and you are in our prayers. Safe travels and I wish you well in your adventure. You are an inspiration to all young Aussies and you have already done Australia very proud.

Unknown said...

Good luck Jess
You are doing what I was dreaming about when i was in your age, difference is that You got the courage to make it happen...

Safe journey from Mike in Sweden

Anonymous said...

Jessica, May the sea spray be in your face and the wind at your back. Remember.....Only the dreamer can change the dream! Good Luck on your journey and stay the course.

Tom said...

Hi Jess Best of luck and have a safe trip enjoying your blog Tom & Bev from Daytona Beach Fl

buka said...

I'm so impressed by the thing you're doing, you are just a girl, just a sixteen, and you have already done more than I did. I'm Polish, don't know if you know where the Poland is, but you have to know that there is many people with You. Good luck, Jessica

Vivi said...

My daughter and I will be following your journey. You are such an inspiration for young women and your hard work is making a huge impact on girls. Keep going girl, we're proud of you!

Unknown said...

As a mother of two adult daughters I am watching as this unfolds and keeping you in my prayers always. I have always impressed on my kids that they can do whatever they set their mind out to do. HOWEVER, your mom is brave! I can't imagine. I will enjoy reading your blog. God speed - travel safely. With warm embraces. jamie

Anonymous said...

Hi Jess ~ All I can think of right now is WOW...you are an amazing person. I hope that you have a safe and wonderful adventure. We'll be following you the entire time. I almost feel like I'm with you. Patti Jason & Payton

Unknown said...

God Bless. will be watching and praying from afar. Murphy

Anonymous said...

Hi Jess,

I wish you good winds and blue skies. I am in the USA but I have family in La Patagonia, Argentina. we'll keep a close eye on you when you go by Cape Horn. Enjoy and stay cool. You go girl!
Sonya NC, USA

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