The comfortable routine I had been getting very used to fell apart today with the wind picking up to 25 knots. A short building sea has been making life, I wouldn't say uncomfortable, but certainly different to some of the quiet days we've had. It's nice to be guaranteed some good progress and even with two reefs in the main sail Ella's Pink Lady has almost been surfing
along in the swell at up to 8.5 knots.
This morning we finally cleared Norfolk Island which was a relief because I didn't get much sleep last night with land and a few boats around and have now settled onto a north easterly course that should take us straight to the equator!
This afternoon I was feeling a little down, so to cheer myself up I made a few phone calls, turned the music up, gave my hair and teeth a good brush, all the things that would normally make me feel on top of the world before realizing that I'd forgotten to feed myself! A good helping of tinned potatoes, fried into chips later and I'm back to my normal cheerful self.
No colorful sunset tonight with the over cast skies but it's a little too wet to be sitting around on deck enjoying it anyway.
Sorry but thats all for today,
Jesse
Tuesday, October 27, 2009
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«Oldest ‹Older 401 – 509 of 509looking good little one...1000 down 22 to go-a stronger wind to push you. soon you will be back with your friends and family. am following your progress daily. the world is proud of you hang in there!!
At last - hard and fast sailing to keep your mind busy :O
We are hoping you trail a knotted rope?
I'll never forget getting knocked overboard by the boom on a dogwatch...my fault, but...v scary watching the yacht disappear.
Gladly I wasn't alone and sleeping crew members heard me yelling!
Be aware - for all of us - not to mention yourself!
Alan and Lena, Gold Coast
I have an interest in learning about sailing, now. My uncle sailed till he was 70. I enjoyed going on his VS, but I never learned how to do it. at 58, it is never too old to learn new things. Bless you, Jessica.
Richard
Great stuff Jess, all the best.
Jess, your undertaking is truly inspirational. Every mile is closer to the finish. Don't forget to live in the moment and enjoy the journey. We are enjoying reading about your experiences as you make your progress across the Pacific. Something we dreamt of doing once. So go girl!
The Johnstone's
I look foward to your blog each day. Enjoy yourself on the ocean, better there than here. Stay safe.
Peter Mac
fried left over boiled potatoes for me too, with tuna or two eggs! we're checking your blog everyday Jess, you write really well. I sailed alone up to Fraser and was lonely and anxious, you're doing great! all the best from Mike on Stradbroke Is.
Jess
Just remember that people spend hours in traffic jams in capital cities just to get to work.
All you have to worry about is a few smelly squid and a strong breeze.
Go forth and conquer!
Best Regards
Allen (Hervey Bay,Qld)
hey jesse
Im also a young sailor ( i say that very single time i comment)
well it sounds like your chuffing along quite nicley now with 1000nm under your belt so far all i have to say to that it well done!!!
You also say you cleared norfolk island that must be a bit oif a bench ,mark in your journey??
Sounds like your having a good time keeping the boat happy keeping yourself happy :)
its good yourgiving yourself a little time to do some things for yourself!!!!!
well i hope you get some well deseverd sleep!!!!
:)
untill next time
oh and yeah keep them photos coming i realy like them your blog is great!!!!
your and inspiration to me to follow my sailing dreams!!!
xx
:)
Helen
Brisbane
Stay safe Jess!
More good wishes coming your way from the Franklin Family in Langwarrin, Victoria. All the best.
Hi Jess, I am really enjoying following your journey. Sorry to hear you were a bit down, but you sure had some sensible solutions to deal with it! Your progress looks great.
Hi Captain Jesse. It sounds like you have been making some serious headway today. We hope it slows a bit overnight so you can get some descent “power naps”. I need to try and keep my blogs shorter. So over to:
Soren Kierkegaard said – “To dare is to lose one's footing momentarily. To not dare is to lose oneself”.
I thought by now the number of blogs would have dramatically reduced, and hence my being so liberal with the verbs last night. This has not occurred and that tells us something doesn’t it!
GO JESSE
Kind regards, James and family.
hi Jess,
we are just reading the last few days and with the Squid Onboard blog...it begs the question: did you keep any to eat? With the chips!?
Just a thought for next time they become kamikaze squid lobbing onto "Pink Lady"
definitely keep putting some protein into as many meals as you can.... it DOES help with down days
take care
Gai & Graham
Hi Jess, thanks for writing again. I think of you everyday out there especially when it gets dark. I wonder how the stars must look to you, like you could touch them I bet, I like to think that anyway. And the peace and quiet, just you and the sea. I love the videos you have posted especially when you pan out to sea I get a small glimpse of your home for the next little while. Stay safe and enjoy the adventure. 'Til next time.
Jo
Sydney
Go Jess! My hero!
Hey Jessica,
well keep up the great work, you are doing a sensational job. Stay strong and try to enjoy your adventure.
From Sharryn & Keesha
Adelaide
Hello Jessica (Beverly here in Tasmania) I read your comments every day as does my husband. In fact he wakes me up to read them to me before I even get to read them. I may have clinical depression now but you seem to be one of the many who may bring me out of it. I seem to get so inspired by your blogs, and then by all the comments of your followers.
I have learned a lot from them as well. As I know NOTHING about sailing etc, though we have just bought a boat, I now have the incentive to learn some new things. I don't even know what a knot is compared to miles per hours (which I'm familiar since I'm an American) or compared to kilometers per hour which I'm becoming more familiar with. So now I have to "go back to school" and learn about knots, get on google and find the line islands (never even heard of them) check out the equator and where the cape is in relation to it. So I have a lot to do to keep my mind off me, which is a big step in getting well.
I do wish you good sailing - and please, please keep your harness or tether on, would be awful if a "big" squid flew on-board and knocked you off. Just joking, but the visual is kinda funny. I hope you did find all of them, you will if you didn't, of that you can be sure.
I read in one of the comments where 8.5 knots was white knuckle sailing. I hope it wasn't too much, I can't imagine what it would be if you get into some big storms. I do keep praying for you to have no more than you can handle. That is one thing God says in the Bible is that He will NOT give you more than you can handle but that His Grace will get you through.
Your chips sounded so good I "almost" thought about getting up and trying to make some, but got too shakey just getting myself some ice and milo milk so had to pass on the chips. Had a Cadbury peppermint block instead!! What a substitute huh? I know which would have been best for me - and it wasn't what I had...
Oops, this is getting quite long and I don't want to bore you or the other commenters so I better close. Best of sailing to you and God Bless You and think of the stars (even when you can't see them) as all His angels looking out for you. {{{HUGS}}} Beverly & Andrew, Bridgewater, Tasmania (Weds night, 9:36pm)
Every minute of every day someone is thinking about Jessica Watson. We are so lucky to be part of this young woman's adventure!
Hey Jess love the blog,
have downloaded it to my iPhone so I can checkin any time, I am not a boat person so was wondering if you could tell me how fast 1knot is compared to 1km ph, I know you have much more fun and interisting things to do but was curious, good luck, your doing great, can't belive it's been almost 2 weeks, Heidi
Good on you Jess! I, along with the whole country, whether they are willing to admit it or not, are so proud and excited for you. Never listen to the haters, just prove them wrong and enoy it while you are. There will be tough times, no doubt, but we will all be willing you along. You are a smart girl and a talented sailor beyond your years. Well done, and love being onboard Ellas Pink Lady with you a d everyone else via your blog. Good on you mate, you have the true Aussie spirit.
Dear Jess,
keep up the good work.. and remember , "cloudy" times will always be followed by beatiful sunshines!!...
cheers from Alkhobar, Saudi Arabia
peace, Fatima
Thank you for your awesome updates. Coming from a person who forgets to eat often (otherwise healthy) here's an uninvited tip. Make sure that first meal fits some protein into your incredibly strong mind and body. Not many grams are needed in sm. amounts. High protein is a myth IMO. Audio-books, downloaded; can also break the quiet. Take good care!
Aussie chicks leading the way again
Hi Jess
Thanks your updates. Don't forget to eat!! You need to keep up your strength!
Have fun!
Jill (Newcastle)
"No colorful sunset tonight with the over cast skies but it's a little too wet to be sitting around on deck enjoying it anyway.
Sorry but thats all for today,"
Hey Jessica
Please please don't ever apologize to us - your fans
we are doing it easy, unlike you
stay safe
Geoff
Melbourne Orstralia
Dear Jessica,
When you get Lonely
and think that if only
I could get of this mess
Just hang on real tight
and continue the fight
Just like our beautiful Jess
You make my heart leap
when I think of how deep
your commitment is to the sea
You warm my heart cockles
as I send my message bottle
In hope that it reaches thee
The message contained in
is I pray for your wind
And you're swell in every way
I know you're a good sailor
but i've asked for a favour
God's presence for you every day
When I read your blog
my tears fall like logs
My emotion I can not hold back
You journey not alone
for the world is your home
And we are your family abstract
Thank You Jess for warming my 57 year old non sailing heart by your willingness to have a go.
Greetings from HYDEN, (the home of Wave Rock, WA, Australia)
Peter W. B.
Hi Jessica, I know you were down today but remember you are the pride of Australia and we are with you every inch of the way, hold your head high Jess and sail on to your goal Sweetheart, we know you will do it and Jess so do you,may you have full sails, and God bless , and Jess thanks for taking the time to keep us all posted on your progress, Roger and Lou Dwyer
Hey girl got a joke for ya .... 2 fish swimming in a lake happy as ever just swimming around one hits a wall dam............. hope u get it keep sailing mate jess :) :)
You are doing really well Jess. Keep smiling. Stay safe!
Jess. Did you find my hat off Port Stephens on your way down from Qld?
If among all the other posts you find this one, I'd be interested to hear what your power arrangements are. How are you powering your deep fryer etc - generator?
Hope your enjoying the warmer weather now!
jessica not to be down....
the destination is not anything,it is the trip that counts (a navigator)
hi claudio(rome-italy)
forgive my english
Jess, U go Girl, we are all behind you!! Cat plans look awesome, doing some costs studies at the moment.
Enjoy, have fun, and stay safe!
Us3
Hi Jess,
Just love to read your Blog every night. We are proud of you and your achievements.Keep safe and remember that Australia is behind you AND in front of you, edging that bit closer to the finish line each day. Keep your spirits up and don't forget to eat occasionally!
Anne, Amy and Sarah Miller from Canberra.
Hi Jess,
I enjoy reading your blog. Though very far it seems you're just right on the next door.
Keep blogging, it is an interesting stuff for me.
From
Michael B. C.
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Jess, as my uncle the sailor used to say..be kind to yourself, watch the sky and the water, and keep your ears open.You will hear and feel most from them both. You are doing fine girl. He would be proud of you:)
Jess,
You're such an inspiration to everyone. No matter what age or gender, I know your journey and aspirations have inspired a number of people! I'm 17 and can't think of anything exciting that I've accomplished. But your story has inspired me to start something - I don't know what, but when I do, I know I can finish it! I admire your determination, even when the media failed to realise that you're just a 16 year old wanting to sail around the world. You picked yourself up after the first bump in the road (err, sea) and kept going, and for that, I admire you! Best of luck with your trip. I pray for you every single day and I know you'll accomplish your dreams! Keep us updated.
Jess (hah, same name, but with a bajillion Jessicas in the world, it's not surpising)
Hi Jess,
I've been reading your blog from the beginning and I've been visiting it every morning!
I admire your courage and ask myself what may be the most scary thing for you to happen on this trip!?
Good journey and greetings from Munich, Germany!
Laura (29)
in the USNavy every sailor is called a polywog until he crosses the equator. once you cross the equator you become a shellback. if you cross at 0,0 you become a golden shellback. since your crossing in a pink boat all by yourself we will think of you as a pink shellback. a true original
Sweet dreams, Jess.
It's our morning here in Maine, on Wednesday, October 28th. You're in your wee hours of Thursday already. I hope you're managing some power naps and time to eat.
I also hope you've had time to read people's notes to you. The mad cow helicopter joke is funny, too silly!
I am so moved by your fans' stories, especially Bev in bed with depression and Gustav Haffner and his conviction to stand up against war.
All of us in this world who love and support you, are radiating positive light of peace and goodness, inspired by YOU, Jess. This is EXACTLY the energy needed right now to nullify the energy of terrorists and wars, born of evil buried within ignorance and desperation throughout the world.
WE STAND FOR YOU, JESS!!
May you continue your blessed sail, dear one, safely and with courage.
Mary, Maine, USA
I just heard about your remarkable story. I'm 25 but I've lived alone for 7 years now & I know that being on your own some times can be draining. I admire you & wish you the best on your trip.Dont forget you have millions of people that support your cause.
Pablo Mendez
Guatemala CA
A quote worth repeating, re: Dan from Perth...
"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." -Dan from Perth
How fitting & poetic. Jess, write that on your cabin roof and read it every day!
Mike D
Landlocked in Philadelphia, PA, USA
Hello from Don in cincinnati, ohio usa. Is this your first time crossing the equator? If not you will soon become a shellback, congradulations.
Hi Jessica...I am following you from the good ol' US of A. Wow you are doing things some of us only dream about! What courage, strength and skill you must have! I will be one that will "be" with you through your entire voyage. Good luck and YOU GO GIRL!
JR (beachrabbit) from Tennessee, USA
Jess,
More pictures!! It sounds SO surreal when you simply describe it in words, the (very) few pictures you put up makes it all the more real to us readers.
Post more! Of the ocean (it might get old to you, but not to us!), of the sunsets, of the sails, of yourself, of the squid, ALL that good stuff!
Good luck, I hope you are more than successful on this journey.
Laith
Dear Jessica,
Hey this is Elisabeth (16) from California-- just wanted to say to complete this mission-- to sail across the world!!! Please continue, I'm sure you won't give up.
p.s. Don't feel down, listen to some upbeat music (btw what kind of music do you listen to??)
HAWKEYE
Hi Jess,
Hope you remembered to look after No 1 today - food, fluids and sleep are essential. You must maintain your physical strength and a healthy state of mind. Fatigue is something you need to guard against and if you look after No 1 you will always have the mind set to best benefit from your support team.
Sorry to sound like a parent or a teacher but I really do care for your safety and at the same time I want you to enjoy this challenge you have set yourself. If you ever have doubts remind yourself of the reason your where you are and be pleased that you are making progress despite the ordinary days.
Take care and as I have said before we bloggers are OK as long as we know you are OK - Hawkeye's proud of you. Give yourself lots of elephant stamps!
HAWKEYE
Hi Jesse.
Our class is following you every day! We have a few questions.
Do you use electricity? What would you do if you lost all power?
Also, how do you get cell phone and internet service in the middle of the ocean?
Allison, Mrs. Dietrich's 5th grade class in North Carolina
You have a nice run ahead of you now, hopefully the weather dosn't get too outta hand!
Remember, its better to go fast an get wet an be a lil miserable than to fart along at 4 kts with your bikini on! Sail on Girly!
Hi Jessica!
I am in San Francisco, California and was inspired by your drive and adventure.
I have made a special "Jessica Watson Project" for kids.
I think many students all over the world can learn so much from your journey, so I hope teachers will check out my learning section on www.gigglepotz.com
Kids can follow your voyage and map it while they learn about Oceans, continents, weather, geography terms and so much more.
I even have an activity where students can write you a letter to cheer you up during the tough times.
All in all, I know you are having an enormous impact on people everywhere, and open up a new world to students that will empower them in their learning.
Best of luck!
If you make it to my comment, I just want to tell you what a brave, intelligent young lady you are. I traveled on a private yaucht for 10 years back in the early nineties. We traveled from Brunei to singapore and on to Perth, Australia. I will never forget the isolated days and nights at sea. I still dream about them, being one on one with the dolphins and not seeing birds for days on end. Crossing the equator was fantastic. We turned on the hose to see which way the water went down the drain hole..yes it was opposite. Be safe! Kellie
Good evening, Jessi,
or better good morning where YOU are. Funny thing to think that you're into the break of day as we're preparing for bed "up" here in Europe. Moreover, alluding to the well-known talk of "down under" it seems to be just the other way round at the moment. For us you're the up on top one!
My my didn't we feel a tingle on reading this comment today how sailors looking for shelter on Norfolk Island believe to have seen you 'flying by'...!
No wonder the number of comments on your smashing blog doesn't seem to drop even after almost two weeks. There ARE countless people following your venture with blank fascination.
Like us here 'down' in Europe :o)
Just smile and feel the pride in the present that you are offering to so many - thank you, Jessica!
You're working Very hard sweetie! Don't forget to eat!!
Am sending prayers for you!hughugs
Hey Jesse...
Was feeling a bit down yesterday... didn't even look at notebook. At 3am this morning jumped out of bed to read your latest news and blog. You are an amazing woman. I am reading a book about 'Norfolk' and you just sailed past it... Bravo!!! My grateful appreciation for the way you share you with us. Honour. Respect. Blessings.
Cielo
Hi Jessica,
unbeliebable, I thought first when I heard from your trip :-) I wish you all the best and allways fair winds and following seas.
Sabine, Rosenheim, Germany
if you feel a little down, just think to the thousand of people that are your friends and follow you every day!
cheers from Italy!
Andy
Hi Jess,
Glad to hear you are making good progress.
I am looking to purchase the book Lionheart. You know this time in 18 months or so I will be reading your book. It;s funny I feel like I have known you all my life and in fact we have never me at all. However I have a soft spot for you as you come from the Budrim area and my neice and family live there. Their name is Milliken.
Have fun Jess.
Gary, Carrum Downs Vic.
You are amazing! and a true insipration i will follow your blog through your whole journey.
good luck and i hope the weather is kind to you :-)
zarnia
Christhchurch, NZ
Yes, Jesse, chipped potatoes would cheer me up too! Keep smiling!
Love,
Joy
xx
Hi jess, hope all is well and you are enjoying your self, take care.
Andrew
It was all I could do to wait till I got home to find out how you are doing, when much to my unhappiness I found the DSL was down and no internet access..that was yesterday..today.. still hoping its back up at home I decided to stop by the Library and check your blog before stopping by the Little Caesars' Pizza place!!
Reading about your day I was happy to seee you had passed the 1000 nm mark and heading out towards Fiji!
Gotta go. But I needed your bearings so I could move the marker on the world map! :O)
Cheer Up You've got alot of folks Ridin' with ya! But I know there are days when its just blue for blues sake.. and yes the music definitely makes all the difference.. I really enjoyed your video even if the sea was flat!
Be Blessed..and look toward tomorrow. 'The Sun will come out..Tomorrow..bet yer bottom dollar that tomorrow.. yer on your way to the best tomorrows''
I was wondering what you'd do if something went wrong. I know you and your family prepared for the worst so I'd like to know if you can tell us :)
Good luck, I believe in you
Owen
Havent heard from you in a couple of days, so I just hope you are OK. Starting to hold my breath, could be things have got even wilder out there and you are strapped in riding it out.
Maybe your mum can write a short note while you are preoccupied, just to reassure everyone that you are OK. Thinking of you in your silence. Keep up the fight Aussie champion.
Hello Jesse,
I hope you are ok, and I hope your day got better. I will check on you tomorrow. Stay strong and stay positive. Remember, music can always lift your spirits. Keep smiling......
Keep going Jess you are fantastic enjoy the tropics while you can. As I write it is 7.50 am Thursday if you able to pick up 95.9Fm from Norfolk Island the people of Central Western NSW are sending you cherios and good luck thru the ABC in Dubbo which transmits to Norfolk..bizarre I know but that's the way radio works! Happy days enjoy your "surfing". hope you get the messages Dusty from Dubbo
Greetings from California. Your adventure is so exciting. I remember when I was young that I really liked the book called The Dove, about a young 20-something guy who sailed around the world.
But that was then. You definitely have the guts! Good going and it's a real joy to read your blogs!
Hi Jess
I am so pleased with your progress. Keep going Jess & make us proud - travel safely & keep us updated
Vijay - Brisbane
Go Jess - from all at elite-performance
we were the company who supported young Mike Perham.
We are all so proud of you young people - the very very best of luck.
GA
www.elite-performance.org
Jess:
Do you have a copy of Joshua Slocum's book?
Its funny everyone here that has an average day would dearly trade places with you. You're the lucky one! Tony Portland Oregon
For those of you that are interested, the movie Deep Water, about Donald Crowhurst, an amateur sailer who competed in the Round The World Solo Yacht Race is on Fox Channel 403 at 9:50 AEST.
This might might help you understand what Jessica is going through and what still has to come.
I will be watching, being a non-sailor myself, I am on a steep learning curve.
Andrew
Caves Beach, Australia
You're a great writer and I can't wait to follow your journey! Best of luck to you.
Hi Jess,
My only advice is to always keep in mind that your emotions are like the waves. When you're down, just hang in there and shortly another one will lift you up. Keep going from one top to the next.
Dear Jess,
Don't you ever feel that you have to apoligize for a short blog. You have I would dare say, a million people around the world watching your progress. You are doing at sixteen what 99% of the world would never dare do. You are an inspiration to more than you can ever imagine. I get up every morning and look for your latest update and I admit I get a little concerned when I don't see a new one.
I'm sure that you have more important things to think about than your daily update.
We all would love to see more video updates from you. We've been trying to track you on Google Earth but can't seem to find you. When will you're location be posted on your blog
Stay safe my dear and stay tethered. Yoiu are an inspiration to sooooo many young people ( and us old ones ) around the world...
hiya Jess..
sooooo impressed with your adventure..ive owned my own yacht "Angel" now for 8 months and sailed on and off for 15 years..i only hope i can build the courage to sail up the west coast solo hehehehe..
loving your blogs
stay sparkly
smiles
scott
Hi there!!
Just checking up on you to see how you're doing. No matter what, never feel bad because you have inspired many around the world and there are those who are so proud of you for what you are doing... you are living the dream!!
Hugs,
chris coles in california
Hi Jess,
Good to see that you were able to cheer your self up! Keep going with these speeds and you will be home sooner rather than later! Take care, Cheers, Leeroy BNE
Hi Jessica,
Congrats on the 1000nm. Really getting a foothold on this voyage. I hope the rest of the trip is reasonably smooth for you. (We can always hope) Take care of yourself and remember that thousands upon thousands of people are with you, hoping for you and praying for you. Stay safe, alert and remember to eat. LOL I am anxiously awaiting your next blog and pictures.
May God be with you and watch over you and may the angels keep your sails full. I will keep you in my prayers.
Michael (74) from Kingwood, WV
Looks like the southerlie is kicking in for you ~ we're awaiting them to go to the east to depart Fiji for NZ ~ I'll wave if I see a pink boat ; - )
Aloha,
bj caldwell
www.liquidflight.net
We're glad you are picking up speed and that so far the trip has been 'swell'.
Maybe if you get hungry you can eat some of those squid!!
5/6W
Hi Jess,
I look forward to your blogs and Im happy to hear you are well and that the weather has been kind to you. Loved the squid description, I could picture it and you cleaning them up!
Always remember that there are so many of us here thinking of you and sending love and good wishes.
Stay safe our Buderim girl!
Love
Buderim Mum
You are fantastic! We are all so excited to see you through this adventure. You will have down days and you are so clever to understand how to turn them around. I love this story and admire you!!!
Hope all is well! We love your updates and hope for more soon!
hello jess GOOD LUCK
get pictures! What waterlife are you seeing? i am living thru you, you go girl!
Go jess!! You can do it, we know you can! Wish I was as brave as you!
hi jess,
just wanted to let you know that we worry about you when we don't hear from you.
i'm know you're incredibly busy out there.
i hope you're safe and doing well.
andrew.
Ahoy there Jess!
Keep up the video diaries! They're really cool. How's the chick with attitude??
All the best!
5/6S Old Orchard Primary School
Hi it's Stephen and Tricia from Cairns, great to read your Blog, we will be following your progress daily. Have fun.
Dear Jess.
we are in class, we are researching you. its kind of like our class is stalking you.. but i imagine lots of people are, IN A GOOD WAY!
good luck with your trip,
love wanny and weffy
p.s. we tried to follow you but we only got to great keppel island. then we lost sight.xoxo
Jess, Hi
Just over a week into your trip, and I am hooked. I read your blog everyday, and also read with great interest the article on your boat preparation in Trade A Boat. As you rise and fall with every wave, enjoy them for all of us who would love to be there with you.
hope you have a good day
Jessica,
I'm enjoying reading about your journey!
Thank you,
Eric, Atlanta, GA, US
Jess,
What a fantastic opportunity you have! I have been following you from Cleveland, TN, USA. Will you have any broadcasts of your adventures in the states? Keep up the great work. Our thoughts are with you.
wlittlej@aol.com
Jessica, You are living a special dream.. I have wanted to do what you are doing all my life..except I want to stop along the way...
Have a great time..enjoy the peace and quite and take joy in seeing the seeing the flying fish, squid and other critters... it will go by too quickly...
Hi, Jessica,
I left a long comment yesterday -- it's somewhere between 350 and 400 on this list, I'd say -- which included 6 questions, in case you run low on things to write about in 6 months or so. I thought of another one later, so I'll add it to the list (in case your support team, who are actually reading all this, are keeping a list).
(7) (Continuing numbers from the comment before) What do you do about time, about the settings on your clocks onboard? In Jules Verne's novel Around The World In Eighty Days, the hero wins his wager because, without realizing it, he had picked up a full day by traveling west to east, and had arrived home a day earlier than his meticulous records indicated. (This requires us to believe that he crossed the US and arrived in Britain without ever looking at a newspaper or calendar or otherwise becoming aware of what day it was, but that's fiction for you.) You'll be doing the same thing he did, picking up a day because you pass through all the time zones. But how do you handle that? Will you reset your onboard clocks 24 times during the voyage? Do the clocks somehow sense when they cross a time zone line and reset themselves? You can't use GMT like the space station because you need to be aware of local sunrise and sunset. So what do you do?
I'm glad to hear you made it through the first heavy weather successfully and are making good progress (per your next entry after this one).
Michael from Texas, USA
Hi Jess
See you are really moving now have you come across any more dolphins also i said a pray for you last night now let God look after you out there
You are one brave girl
from Barry the bear
Keep your chin up Jess. We are keeping an eye on you from down here in Geelong Victoria and must say we are inspired by your story.......Go Girl!
Hi Jess
You are doing a great job! Just a question on your route..why do you have to sail towards the equator then down around South America? Why not maintaining a straight line on the same latitude?
Cheers
Roberto
Hi Jess
My Camino de Santiago (750 kilometer walk across the top of Spain) earlier this year seems like a piece of cake to what you are doing.
I am sooo into your adventure and even though I can't sail I would love the experience of being out there by myself for that length of time if I could. Enjoy the experience as you are one lucky girl. Ros x
do you think you'll make it in 8 months or do u think it will take longer or quicker?
Good on you Jess, keep upp the good work and you´l be around the globe in no time.
Tomas from Sweden
Bring me back a mermaid,I trust u will succeed in fulfilling my request..
hey, i was learning about you in our English class today Ur amazing. we were all just wondering how do you have a shower :s but anyways good luck to you and i hope you complete the journy!!
have fun..xx
Hi Jessica:
It is fascinating to me that you are sailing around the world fulfilling your dream. Most people spend their entire lives wishing they had. You are such an inspiration! On your Nov. 5 blog you said that you had some water leaks and that thankfully, they are not serious. Can you tell us where these leaks are located? Maybe this can be of help to future sailors. God bless you and your family!
Pete, U.S.A
Jessica-
All I have to say is good luck, and congratulations on passing the 2000 mark ahead of schedule!
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Erdal Said...
Dear Jessica,
I admire your courage and wish you all the luck you need...You are a very brave young lady.I will follow your progress daily.God Bless you...
Hi Jess sent a blog earlier, but at my age I am not sure what I am doing with this blog tech anyway hope alls well.Will keep in touch as the months go by. I live in Caloundra. Your paddy cakes looked good.Where the leaks in the hull area or above the water line.
Take care Champ.
Hi Jess, been following your blog since you left. Stay strong, and keep up the super job. Can't wait to see what route your gnna take. I worry about once you get up on the other side in Gulf and Atlantic as I pray you have a super safe jorney sailing around the world. I am from United States and I pass on your sites to family.
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