Just a quick update, it's been another squally overcast day and tonight's become a bit bouncy with the wind gusting to 30 knots and the seas standing up as we pass over a shallow patch. The winds been very shifty, every time I put my head on the pillow to catch some sleep something always seems to happen and back on deck I go, it's a pity that Parker cant also trim the sails and navigate! No complaints though and we're still making great time south!
The clouds have finally parted a little just now and the moon light shining down on the messy sea makes it look like seriously scrunched up tin foil, only far more shiny and of course moving!
Jesse
Wednesday, December 2, 2009
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«Oldest ‹Older 201 – 296 of 296Hi Jess,
one silly question from a plumber: Riding out rough waves, is your dunny fitted with a seat belt ?
Kenny
Do the french know you're coming ?
I mean with a paintjob like yours you could be mistaken for some kind of "Rainbow Warrior" - and the French always guide them kindly on a bypass... the submarine way...
Good luck. And don't say "we" when you talk to them over the radio. They'll unscramble it as "oui" meaning "yes" and what's on next...?
Mademoiselle Watson, bienvenue a Frog Pollynesie.Pleese reememba, wee av speedcamera ere. So slo daun, av a cuppa and toddle eesly thru our beeutiful part of de world. Reelaax...
Is EPL fitted with a Geiger Counter ?
Some of those islands your passing have a radiant past.
I love the way you write & describe things, If you are'nt writer material I dont know what is.Dont worry about us & the blog worry about yourself & EPL get sleep girl 2 keep it all together with a clear head, cant think straight with not enough sleep Go Girl Go xx...
Hello Jessica:
I am one of the many foster dads and mums you have acquired so far on your voyage. When Roger and Julie go to sleep at night, they know that there are many many other dads and mums thinking and worrying about their Jess.
So as a dad I want to talk to you bout sex. Not sex as in "buoys and girls," but as in SEXtant. You've been nagged about this a bit. I have seen postings elsewhere by very experienced sailors regarding the importance of being able to use a sextant as backup to the electronic GPS systems so widely relied upon nowadays.
I cannot believe that you were not well trained and drilled in the use of a sextant to determine your latitude, etc. So do shoot the sun at noon one of these days, and casually let us know how closely you and the GPS system agree.
Practice, practice, practice during the good times, and if you ever get in a jam and have to rely on your sextant skills, you'll be glad you did.
Todd
by the big cold lake
JESSIE,
Having sailed the Melbourne to Hobart and then returned I found life on the open water better than when land was close as you get clear into open ocean you will find the wild life much to enjoy. Penguins, seals, dolphins will keep you company if you get a chance don't forget to take plenty of photos as when you get older the memory will get fuzzy but the photos will not. Go Girl make your self remember that you can DO and dont stop being positive
Hey Jess TGIF.. is today another video day for you?
Well in AUS and NSW its girls girls girls We have a new premier in NSW a lady, Deputy premier a lady, my local member is a lady and the Govenor of NSW is a lady and you are one hell of a lady too with your gutsy adventure. As a bloke am I unhappy about all this no way....go the girls I say.
Stay safe, stay clipped and give the sextant a run, sweet cap naps... as always your number 1 supporter from the central west of NSW
Dusty from Dubbo
You Go girl!
Looks like you raided the new bagofood to attack the chocolate. :)
This is probably slightly irregular, but I saw this moving quote from one of Jessica's followers here, and I thought it was worth drawing attention to it, as Jessica is obviously living it. I haven't been reading many of the other posts but this morning I decided to and saw this. It is very relevant to me at this moment in my life and it may be so for others too. It was posted by Muhammad Asim. "You can't do anything about the length of your life, but you can do something about its width and depth."
Thank you Muhammad. And thank you Jesse.
Toni
Today's Inspirational Quote:
"When you grow up and you're different, all you want to do is
find a way to be the same. And then as a more mature adult you
realize the beauty of thinking on your own."
-- Sarah Jessica Parker
Jess,
Take care. We are thinking about you.
When the conditions calm down, please provide a description of your safety harness. It would be good to know how you are taking precautions.
Good luck,
Andrew and Vicki (Queens Park, NSW)
Good Morning Jessica,you are going through some patchy weather, and confused" seas by the sound of things.Wind changes,and navigating are keeping you busy which is good, and you continue to make good progress with EPL doing her "bit"!! Have a good day, and remember whatever the ocean "throws" at you Jesse, you will both (EPL) handle everything ok!Eat well,sleep when you can,take in as many "tucks"as you need to when the wind is really blowing! the mainsheet may look like a pocket handkerchief, but you will be in control.God Bless, godspeed, you are in our thoughts and prayers Jesse, Dougal
P.S. "Stay clipped on" D.
Hi Jess,
How good is the moon. It was absolutely beautiful last night. It shined so brightly coming up over Fraser. Just gorgeous and of cause I thought about you being "up close and personal with it" on the water. Excellent.
Hey...Ground Control to Captain Jess, do you think that "David Bowie" blogger, is the "take your protein pills and put your helmet on" David Bowie!!
The "my momma said to get things done you better not mess with Major Tom" WOW, hope it is. He is a big fan and maybe he could help us with a welcoming home party. He always sung about first frontiers, space and the amazing things people do.
Funk to Funky !!
(Well, I may be dreaming, but it is a nice dream)
Hi Jess, I just off of a cruise to the bahamas from port canavral. On several occasions I looked out at the emmense sea and thought to myself how huge it actually was, from the balcony of a giant cruiseliner. Amazing to think of you out there for so long alone in a much smaller ship. I think what you are doing is amazing and unique, and takes a very brave girl stong of mind and heart. Thinking of you!
Wow! I just heard about what you're doing. Sounds like an epic adventure. You take care. Hope you have smooth sailing the rest of the way.
Ron Rader
Council Bluffs, Iowa, USA
Hey Jessica you are doing what so few can do, one day you will say, I did and seen things,countless can only dream of.My best to you, Neil
Jesse,
I just had a thought. Better keep Pink Lady out of binocular range of those French Polynesian atolls. If they catch sight of you they will think Ella Bache has a program like Avon, and you are the "Ella Bache" lady coming for a sales call with a boatload of cosmetics!! Soon you will tacking through scores of Tahitians in outrigger canoes, paddling out with coconuts to trade for Ella Bache products !
Richard W
Maryland, USA
He Jesse,
Have been following your voyage on Google Earth and I notice on your left side there any dozens and dozens of small islands. Wow I never new they even existed until I started following your fantastic voyage. Love what you are doing, I will follow you until the finish line and make more discoveries along you way.
Thank You So Much and God Bless & Guide You along the way.
RonGon
Captain Watson,
You happen to be sailing in the opposite direction that Capt. James Cook did in 1768-1771. He rounded Cape Horn, and headed towards French Polynesia, stopping at Tahiti, Huahine, Bora Bora and Raiatea, then on to Australia and Botany Bay.
Your voyage is also historic and you are doing it with a much smaller vessel and doing it ALONE.
What a thrill for you and your thousands of admirers from around the world, when you complete this epic trip.
Nice going Captain Jessica Watson.
Glad to hear you are coping so well and powering to Cape Horn!
Hi Jesse!
I really admire your courage through out of all of this! You keep such a positive attitude, and that is very inspiring! Keep up the good work!
Jana Z
America
hey, jess! sounds a lot more rough out there. sail safe! we're all here wishing you smoother sailing!
-aviv
castro valley, ca, usa
Hey Jess,
Glad to hear you are flying along and really enjoying yourself. Keep up the good work.
I must say I really like reading your blogs and that I'm on your web site atleast three times a week checking on your progress.
I wish you continued success :-)
Luke Gold Coast Queensland
Hi Jess
Thanks so much for the update and allowing time for us even though you are so busy and no doubt, extremely tired!
You will be certainly drawing on all your inner strength to deal with your current weather situation. The tropical cruise is definitely over - but I can imagine that you are enjoying this new chapter of your journey and the new challenges that go with the crunched up tin foil as you head south!
It's been windy on the Gold Coast over the past few days and I have arrived back in Sydney today and it's windy here also. A great washing day! Hopefully this wind is working 'with' you and pushing you south at a fast pace. And - I hope that you have managed to grab some much needed sleep by now. If not - the chocolate will keep you going!! I will have some now also, to assist you in your journey! Love that logic!
Take care Jess and stay safe!
Weather
Whether the weather be fine,
Or whether the weather be not,
Whether the weather be cold,
Or whether the weather be hot,
We'll whether the weather
Whatever the weather
Whether we like it or not.
-- Aleksandra Lachut
Sally In Sydney
Nice description (like you've never heard THAT before!) of the shiny moving tin foil. I've been wondering if you had all clouds or might get to see this month's full moon. Seems like just yesterday we were talking about LAST month's. Yikes, 30 knots! I think I'm repeating myself, but find it just as scary as the last time you reported it. Sorry it's keeping you so busy with it's shiftiness.
Hope you can get some sounds sleep soon.
Take care & blessings,
Tracie
Ms. Jessica,
I write to you from the very middle of the United States (Nebraska). Not a whole lot of water around here. We're probably a bit like your Outback back home. Always heard you Aussies had a lot of courage and sand. You're proving it, for sure. Sorry for your rough seas and weather. I'm sure you knew it was coming, though. The old adage of "one day at a time" might work for you here and in days to come.
Best wishes and a salute to the world's favorite Master and Commander.
Charles
Hi Jessica,
What a great thing you are doing. This will quell the doomsayers.
In my younger days, like 45 years ago,desire to do something like you. I did lots of ocean sailing and racing and always had a great desire to to do something like you. I amt thoroughly reliving your voyage. Good on ya!
Hey Jess, when the seas are a little calmer can you say a few brief words on the safety aspects that go into solo sailing? We get a chance to talk about safety issues every Monday and I thought this would be good topic.
I love using Google Earth to spy on all those little islands you pass along the way. Tiny specs in the sea, but when you zoom in they come to life !
God speed, we shall see you again in next to no time Jess :)
Hi Jess ! its two days and no update. Whats going on here. Can't imagine any thing important than that. Pls understand we ae waiting VERY ANXIOUSELY.
Hi, Jesse
Congratulations on the milestone (5000). Although I don't actually know you, it always makes my day to read your blog. Looking forward to the next milestone (cape)
To Jessica
I have already writen to you but your so amazing i had to write to you twice when you come back i'd love to come and to meet you
By for now not forever from Hannah!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Jesse,
Well done on the milestone (5000). Look forward to the next (Cape). Always feel good to read your blog.
Take care
Hi Jesse,
One hand for yourself and one hand for the boat. The blog can wait.
Best wishes,
Peter and Robyn
Don't know if you're a fan of Larry David, the producer of Seinfeld, but you don't have to get SO close to each island! Tell those islands and atolls you don't do "stop 'n chat" --that's right, no time for "stop 'n chat!"
When I look at the weather radar, prevailing winds and speeds, see you in the midst of so many pop-up land forms on Google Earth, I know you don't shy away from complicated seafaring! Wouldn't it be easier to get east of French Poly? Your ancestry must have seafaring brave-hearts. If not, your descendants can claim you as such! You are so courageous!
Before the roaring 40's, perhaps you'll have a calmer day to catch some polishing chores and sleep? And more chocolate!
Your family of fans in Northern Nevada
Richard in Maryland, Dec 4, 11:26AM: Top Score, you've nailed it. But who do we call for protection ? French Navy or Police, or NZ Long Range Marine Safety ?
NO WAY, THUNDERBIRDS, A GO !!!!
And if all fails Jess can distract the Islanders by calling (in a Monty Python's Flying Circus fashion):" ALBATROSS ! COME AND GET YOUR A L B A T R O S S ...!"
Stay safe ye Captain of the High Seas!! Watched Pirates Of The Caribbean on TV during the week, and thought of you all alone out there... We are along for the ride with you!!!
12-04-09 @03:55
Hi Jessica,
For Muhammad:
What’s wrong with you. Jessica has a lot more important things to do than to make sure some self-centered person like yourself gets a blog. She’s not out there for your personal satisfaction. I’ve seen some of your previous posts and you are a little to aggressive. Lighten up. She deserves an apology from you.
Michael (74) from Kingwood, WV
Hi Jessica,
Fantastic Job and Great writing. Enjoy the warmth before the deep south.
When you have the time can you explain how you are manageing your electrical power requirements, or have I missed it? What gets switched off and what gets kept on? Radar, Plotter GPS? And how are the panels and the windvane performing?
Phil (Manchester UK)
Hi,
Seems pretty crazy going around the world on a boat, i sure wouldnt be game to but i guess everyone has something they wanna do so soldier on! Have fun,
Jack M
Toowoomba, QLD
Hi Jesse,
We're still thinking of you and know that you most probably flat out busy.
Take it easy and know that all outthoughts are with you.
Stay safe. Stay strong and keep finding the kind winds homeward bound.
June and Richard Thorn
Hey Jess
Friday night 8.30 AEST and you must be hard at work covering many miles.....hope you are enjoying the sailing....the stars in Dubbo tonight are sensational already and my blood orange tree looks like having a bumper crop so there will be some waiting for you in Sydney next winter on your return
stay safe
sea ya
Dusty from Dubbo
Zephaniah 3:17
17 The LORD your God is with you, he is mighty to save. He will take great delight in you, he will quiet you with his love, he will rejoice over you with singing
Hi again, Jessica! I have missed posting you for quite a few days while traveling, but I have continued to read your posts, and have caused a lot of others to get hooked on it. I was visiting family in Costa Rica, and more than once we stood on the mountain overlooking the Pacific in central America talking about the theoretical possibilities of catching a quick glimpse of EPL out on the horizon! It was a great way to think and talk about you. Internet was spotty and about every other day or so I caught up on your map and blog, but could not post. I prayed for you daily, though, and so appreciate all the details of your journey from your posts. A number of people in CR now have your site in their favorites and check your progress daily. Today I will be praying for your rest. Deep, restful sleep, even if in short periods. I know you must be wise and diligent given the conditions you are in now, but I sure hope to soon read that conditions have allowed you to catch up on needed sleep.
Like all the rest, I sure do admire you and your accomplishment. Wow.
hi Jessica
You've heard it a million times before no doubt - just wanted to say you are amazingly courageous and I admire your strength, clarity and positivity. Your blogs, your progess, what you've achieved already, I've been converted from a skeptic to a fan. Good on you Jess and all the very best!
Hi,
Jan from Auckland says you'll have to write a book about your adventures. I bet you hadn't thought of that! It would be a pity to waste all the self-promotion you've achieved so far - and the opportunity to plug sponsors products in a more enduring way.
Good thinking Jan!
Steffie, Sydney
Moonshine on a messy sea
Tinfoil gleams of frivolity
Thanks for your imagery, Jess! Thanks for continuing to paint the pictures for us as we travel along with you.
Jill (Newcastle)
Hi Jesse,
I love to read your stories when I am able. I attend primary school Port Moresby PNG and am a Member of the RPYC.
I wish you good weather in the future and look forward to reading about your adventure.
Trust you may visit PNG some time.
Ayla PNG LOL
Jess,
I have been following you from day 1. Keep up the great job and it is time to keep a check on the Pink Lady after so many miles. Keep up the great job.
Captain Jim
Hey Jess
Just wondering how you are going? Lots of navigating in this part of the voyage which I imagine is not only time consuming, but busy as you still have to trim sails and attend to other things.
You may be tired at the moment, but concentrate with all your heart on this tricky bit, then fingers crossed the seas allow you to take a bit more of a rest than you have had lately. Get well clear of the obstacles then rest. Keep clipped on and dont worry about the blog, we can all wait, it will make it more exciting when the next one comes through. Most important is look after YOU and EPL. As long as you know in your heart that we are all following you, admire you and send you strength. You are just awesome. Smile often too - just for the heck of it... Take care . Carole (Mackay)
Hi Jessica, I've just strted reading your blog and admire your courage to enbark on such a massive adventure. Keep well and take care, Regards..John W
It's been a few days since we've heard from the girl in the boat. Should we start getting worried? What if she has been attacked by a giant squid? or worse...PIRATES!!
To all,
Patience is the ballast of the soul, that will keep it from rolling and tumbling in the greatest storms: and he, that will venture out without this to make him sail even and steady will certainly make shipwreck, and drown himself; first, in the cares and sorrows of this world; and, then, in perdition. - Ezekiel Hopkins
Be patient Jess, the weather will in due course disperse...
Be patient followers, the blogs will come to pass...
Mike D
Landlocked in Philadelphia, Pa, USA
Hey jess im very very proud of you keep strong and most importantly keep safe {enjoy}
wayne
Hi Jessica
WHERE ARE YOU ITS BEEN OVER 2 DAYS SINCE YOUR LAST BLOG
I'M WORRIED
ET GURL
Jess, We just watched some of your videos again as you were preparing to set out. I was happy to see your radio encased in plastic. Some questions: Do you carry a spare in addition to your sat phone, etc., jut in case, and could you install it yourself if you had to without someone talking you through it? You arm wrestled left-handed; was that your opponent's handicap, or are you a lefty? Where you have see-through hatches or windows-are they specially made to withstand impacts of debris or something crashing down in heavy seas (God forbid)? How many brothers and sisters do you have and do they love sailing as much as you do, or other types of boating or water sports? Your parents are obviously sailors, too; how much experience do they have and how did they get you so interested in sailing? Did they teach you or did you get mostly outside coaching? How did you accumulate your 10,000 nm prior to your current voyage?
Just questions for when you have some time! Are you heading east near Hoa Atoll? There's only some mildly squally weather and clean 20 knot easterly winds, but we wouldn't know about how much reef interference there would be. Or maybe you are nearly past that by now. I still see just 11 pink icons heading south.
Good goin' to you--safe trip!
Hey Super Sailor Jess,
A question for you or anyone on the blog who may know. I was reading over the rules and could not see anywhere it says whether you can have contact with other passing yachts (not exchanging food or anything), thinking the Society islands might be your best for a little human interaction --- maybe some of your sailing mates from Australia and New Zealand have wandered over that way. Anyway, you look to be making great speed to the south, happy zzz's and watch the reefs. You are an awesome amazing young woman!
Happy sailing from California,
Kerri
Captain Jessica -
You are flyin'!
Way to go!
Aviate, Navigate, Communicate.
Gayle
Dear Jess,
You're in my thoughts as you sail the FP waters. Blessings all around you!
Mary, Maine, USA
Heard recently on (solo-round the world unassisted, hopeful) Abby Sunderlands blog, from:
- Grant Fjermedal, Seattle
- October 28, 2009 1:18 AM
“Jessica is getting 300+ comments a day or her site -- sometimes more than 700. Zac would get perhaps 20 or 30 over a period of days, and Mike Perham would get maybe a dozen.
And tell sponsors that 300 plus comments a day translates into what must be hundreds of thousands of hits. Most people don't comment on blogs. And with Jessica's, there are so many people commenting on her blog that I haven't left a single note yet -- there are just so many others.”
Good morning Jesse
Saturday morning...up early ...we are having a garage sale and the junk that hopefully is going to be someone else's treasure is amazing.
We have had people calling in already like last night looking for stuff!
Must fly hopefully more customers shortly.....hey how are you going? Plenty of little sleeps I hope and plenty of miles under your belt heading south I imagine some tricky navigation as well....stay cool and clipped
lolaughs
sea ya
Dusty from Dubbo
Hey Jesse!!
I couldn't believe it when I saw in a website today that there was a 16-year-old sailing across the sea, so I had to check it for myself, this is simply amazing!! And I love the fact that you are blogging-live your experience! Seriously, best of all lucks =) and know for sure that your blog has become one of my daily-check websites
Cheers all the way from Mexico!!
Pamela
Hey Jesse!!
I couldn't believe it when I saw in a website today that there was a 16-year-old sailing across the sea, so I had to check it for myself, this is simply amazing!! And I love the fact that you are blogging-live your experience! Seriously, best of all lucks =) and know for sure that your blog has become one of my daily-check websites
Cheers all the way from Mexico!!
Pamela
Hey Dusty, while Jess is having a well earned rest and concentration on her trip through Fr.Polynesia, let's philosophy on the grandness of women in Australia. You've forgotten that we are still having the Queen as Head of State, the Governeur General is a woman and the Deputy Prime Minister is a woman... The Chief Scout of Australia is... a woman. Queensland is run by ... a woman.
What else...?
Kenny
No new blog yet...? Well, folks, has anybody an opinion about Australia's draw in the Soccer World Cup Group D ? Germany, Serbia, Ghana... If this nation can support one tough girl of 16 to sail solo around the world, there should be enough left to cheer the Socceroos into the final 16 against England. And after that... ? COME ON, C A N D O !!!
GO JESS, GO SOCCEROOS !
Mel
Michael (74) from Kingwood, WV, Dec.4, 6:52PM:
Easy..
No blog, no news. It's a nerve test for all of us. Muhammed might be such a demanding character, but it is on all of us to stay calm and talking about you... ah... umph... hi, Jess... sorry for arguing out here... yes, get the message... you need more sleep and not NOISY squabble on your webpage. Come on, Michael, suggest some other blog and we continue arguing there.
Mel
Anonymus, Dec4, 4:09am:("Mademoiselle Watson...")
Your French is disgustingly shocking. What's on with you to have such a terrible accent...? Wouldn't be surprised if you answer your phone with "A l'eau" and consequently get wet... Ha, Ha, egg on your face now (STOP, NO FOOD FIGHTS IN THIS BLOG !!!!)
(hey, who allocated the word "arboari" as my verification.I am not a pig...)
Been a wile since your last update Jess! Hope your ok!
Jess must be busy. Hope all is well.
Golfbum
RichieParis, dec2, 8:18PM:
NO NO , Richie, you've got it wrong. Everybody get off the deck. EPL will be overloaded otherwise.
I first learned about your goal through a fb link a friend sent me and then through other news sources/blogs I read. You are so inspiring. I'm a college student and I get scared because I have no idea what I want to do. Lately I've realized following my dreams and passions are the most important, a career isn't everything. Then there are people like you, who do exactly what you love and it makes me smile:) By the end of this journey you'll be able to take on anything, best of luck with everything!
Whew!! You must be busy! I woke up last night thinking I needed to pray for Jessica. So I did. I hope allis well and the winds gentler..I wondered as I worried!
Blessings Jess! And take it easy..and as so many have said..Don't forget to clip on!
Gary & Jan
Savannah,Ga
Today's Inspirational Quote:
"Notice the difference between what happens when a man says
to himself, 'I have failed three times,' and what happens when
he says, 'I am a failure.'
-- S.I. Hayakawa
~~~
Yeah like the others' I admit I'm a bit anxious for you..Will be glad to KNOW you're safe..Just know were hanging onro your lines..every one of them!
Gary & Jan
Savannah,Ga
Hello blog author
Where's Jessica as we haven't heard from her for so long & i'm REALLY REALLY worried like a lot of other people
ET Gurl
Well Ms Jessica, you have spoiled us with updates almost everyday. Now it's been since Wednesday and of course I am sure many of us are wondereding how the seas and your boat are getting along. No doubt all is well and you are not pigging out on to many Chocs!!
God Speed.
Al P
Hi Jess
OMG! I feal like a worried parent when we haven't heard from you in a while. We all undertand when you are too busy sailing Ella's pink Lady and catching up on sleep, but maybe your moderators could put a post up so that us 'concerned parents' can stop worrying about you. You are going well!!! Keep up the good work, and I'm loving hearing all about it!
Debbie
hi jess, you won't beleive this, but now when i break off a chunk of my toblerone, i can feel a common bond with your adventure...
GO GIRL lenny pittsburgh PA.
Put every negative thing out of your mind. Concentrate only on what is good, positive, any little thing can give you an amazing boost.
Are people able to contribute money via your website? My thought is so you can buy loads more music or movies via the internet.
I know you face some serious challenges, but at these times think of silly things, like Dory from the movie "Finding Nemo" singing "Just Keep Swimming" when Marlin feels all is lost.
Who knows, by the end of it you may even be able to speak Whale!
:-)
Cheers from Walt, Brisbane.
just wanted to say hi from a Swedish girl living in Monaco and tell you I frequently follow your blog. I highly admire your braveness!
Jessica their will be good days and bad days. But keep your mind on the job, believe in yourself and you will easily make it. You have a huge army of fans willing you on. Keep going girl.
Hello Captain Jesse!
We're longing for fresh news, though we are not really worried. I agree with the followers who say that your shore team could just post a few words to let us feel better.
Of course, with a harder weather and so many hurdles (islands and reefs) around, you must be really busy handling EPL and getting a minimum of rest.
Take care, be safe, and be sure so many good thoughts are with you that any difficulty should soon be knocked down.
Keep on, Sailor, you are undomitable and you are making a legend.
12-04-09 @20:37
To Mel, ‘Nuff said.
Hello shore crew, any up to date news???
Hi Jessica,
I sure do miss you, (as does numerous other worriers) hope everything is going well for you. I guess I’m just like a worried parent, and I know that you need your space sometimes. Have you had any luck with fishing lately?
I was just over on “Passage Weather” and it looks like there’s a lot of good weather ahead of you. So enjoy the moonlit nights and be safe.
How’s the thumb???
Take good care of yourself and Ella, stay clipped on, safe and alert. Always proud of you and always thinking of you.
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
Hi Jessie
keep the waves coming deeper water isnt far away for Take care litlle traveler
Kiwi Gal
The skies may grey and the sea as well... on the bright side stay in the pink!
So many are listening to the Adventures of...Courageous Jess..from the Link!
We cheer when you caught your dinner..Laughed at 'Silly' when you crossed..and
now that you're navigating in between and through a hundred islands(..who knew?)
We know that you're well--and when you get a chance you'll tell--and meanwhile were crossing our fingers and toes...waitin' is harder than sails...uh..nails... :O)
Gary & Jan
Savannah,Ga
Hey there Jess, I hope you're well.
A bad day out at sea is better than a good day at work :-)) so who says you're having a bad time.
I'm not worried at all about you because I believe in you and your support crew. Just because you haven't posted a blog for a few days doesn't necessarily mean something is wrong. It's all right!
It's true to say that following your blogs is very addictive, as has been revealed recently by so many out here. I just hope you don't let it get you down so much that you feel the pressure of having to live up to our expectations.
To begin your next blog with an apology won't be necessary as far as I'm concerned. I'm sure everyone out here will just be so happy to hear from you again, so I wouldn't even go there.
To be honest, I'm quite happy that you haven't posted anything for a while because I've been busy with other things and found myself hoping you don't write anything till I get back.
"ET" phone home, your mother's looking for you.
Take good care of yourself Jess, stay safe and bye for now...Sam
Gday Jess,
I was just checking out Zac Sunderlands Intrepid and his sisters yacht also. I noticed that they both have larger yachts than you. Apart from the fact I would feel a lot safer in a larger vessel are there any advantages for smaller or larger yachts?
Ron from Perth
Smaller buses are better.
Gee . . . this is kinda like waiting for your daughter to be home by midnight and it's now 2:00 AM
Hiya, Jess!
Yeah, well, we're all wishing for your safety and good concentration. We know you're sailing in complicated waters and that you need to concentrate on navigation and related challenges.
I'm happy that you're concentrating on the job at hand, steering Ella's Pink Lady on course and keeping your self centered and, hopefully, fed....and, of course, napping if possible.
We delight in your posts and look forward to hearing from you when the time is right, Jessica.
With prayers for your health and safety all day and night,
Mary, Maine,USA
I really like your description of the ocean as looking like crumpled up aluminum foil that was moving! Come to think of it.....it really does look like that sometimes. Have a great day! Kim
We're all proud as punch!
Also from Norway we are reading your blog, almost every day. Good luck.
Hey Jostein, Dec5, 2:28PM, is that you, the "old" philosopher writing books from Norway ? Welcome aboard.
Mel
Hi Jassica
We wish you great days ad a "good wind"....you're a fentastic girl!!
Ciccio & Barbara
Somewhere between me being nervous to stay alone when my husband is out of town, and you out there on the open sea by yourself, is a completely normal person. I have been following your blog since day one. I love it...it is just unbelievable.
Bonny in Phoenix, AZ, USA
Hi Jess - you are an amazing young lady and I love the way you write your daily journal. We sailed with our children (now grown with families of their own) and one of our sons still loves sailing and racing. He told me about your journey. You sound completely prepared and capable for this adventure and I am confident you will return to your family "safe and sound". We will be checking up on your daily reports. Stay safe. Joyce from MI.
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