It was good to have a look around up top after being at sea for so long and before we hit the bumpy stuff. I'm happy to report that everything looks to be in perfect condition. The view was definitely great and it was really cool to see Ella's Pink Lady sailing along from another angle (see pic below). If I can say so myself, what a cute little boat! The trip back down was the most interesting part because I didn't manage to give myself a very smooth ride, ouch!
Typically, while I was swinging around at the top of the mast, the wind, which had been steady all morning, started knocking us about (changing direction to come from the direction we were headed). Luckily I had my remote commander (a gadget that controls the main auto pilot and displays information like our heading, the wind strength and etc.) with me and was able to bring us around to a better course. It wasn't exactly a high drama situation as there was only a light breeze. Worst case scenario would have been an even more uncomfortable trip back down, but I got a thrill out of the fact that here I was swinging around at the top of the mast sailing Ella's Pink Lady like a remote control car. Pretty amazing!
It wasn't till yesterday morning that I noticed that my adventure up the mast didn't leave me completely untouched. I'm just a little stiff all over and have a few extra bruises. But all good.
We've had great progress lately with the wind a steady 14 knots. Ella's Pink Lady loves reaching in conditions like this and yesterday I hardly saw our speed drop below 6 knots. I love this sort of sailing too because the motion and heal is nice and comfortable. It's a treat being able to move around the cabin without doing the arms and legs everywhere (spider impersonation!) that it often takes to stop myself being thrown about.
Also, yesterday we sailed into the 40's. The wind didn't suddenly start roaring or anything but I'm sure that part comes later. Today's been a pretty average day. Not average as in bad, as everyday's great! Just nothing much new or out of the ordinary.
I dug out all my Christmas music today (my favorites would have to be snoopy at Christmas and Christmas with the Wiggles!) and have been singing along very loudly and very, very badly!
Jesse
Pic: View of Ella's Pink Lady from the top of the mast!
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Hello Little Flag,
Thank you for the early Christmas present! What an extraordinary Blog and photo as well!
I don’t imagine that everyone reading your blog fully comprehends the enormity of your efforts and nerve of going up the mast like you did!
The whole going up the flag pole thing, to be flapped around like a little flag; as the pole is being waved and jerked about; whilst trying to hang on and not take an absolute thrashing. She even manages to haul up the camera. Sheesh!
Most sailboat owners have never even seen the top of their mast until it has been un-stepped (taken down)! And here you’ve managed it on a moving vessel; thousands of miles to anywhere, completely alone, and without the chance of someone coming to your assistance should the Little Flag get stuck!
ALL THE WHILE SHE HELMS THE SHIP FROM HIGH ATOP THE MAIN!
Oh... And I believe that the term “Remote Commander” is more fitting of YOUR title, rather than that of the little gadget that controls the main auto-pilot. And I quote, “Pretty amazing!”
Enough said.
Fly on Little Flag, fly on...
Mike D
Landlocked in Philadelphia, Pa, USA
Awesome view... love reading your updates. Your progress is fantastic! Hang in there (not up the mast...), keep the faith and Merry Christmas!
WoW What a little daredevil you are Jess. Cool very Cool picture. Did you get any shots with all your gear on. We want to see you in your dorky helmet ☺☺☺.
Rock and Roll Rock Hey Rock and Roll
♫♫♫♫-♫♫.....
Play safe
♥♥♥
ooooo.... the Pink Lady looks so small from up there. Your picture reminds of the time MANY years ago when I climbed up the top of a 100 foot mask on my boss's catamaran. The view was very similar. The thing I remember the most was swaying from left to right, way over each side of the boat. I loved it! :)
Thanks for the pictures. They are really appreciated.
Good luck in the Roaring 40's!!
Steve
Melbourne
Ship,Ohoy Captain Jessica.What the hell,so you strapped on the bosun chair and went up that mast,scaaaary,dont you know gravity is a very unforgiving thing,when I was on your age I had a tendecy to do the same on the ships I was on but the crews down there was schouting at me,Get down now or else.Next time you want to send a photo like this pleeeese hoist up a camera instead,hehe.It make me happy to see that everything is well with you,hope you get some desent sleep now that you are in more open water.You are doing soo fine.All the best and smoot sailing. From Herman.Hampstead.NH. USA.
Hi Jessica,
As many others have commented here........what a great shot from the top of the mast.......just think that not long ago sailors had to spend hours up there in the crows nest looking for land,obstacles, icebergs etc and you even get to steer the boat from there amazing.
By the way did you get clearance from the Health and Safety brigade before climbing up there??? hahaha
Keep safe and good sailing.
Great job on the climb! The bruises will heal and the stiffness will eventually go away, but you'll likely always remember that climb and the view (along with the rolls). Don't understate your accomplishments, you are amazing (but stick with those checklists)!
Hi Jesse,
Great to hear that you made a rig inspection. You know the old "take care of your equipment, and your equipment will take care of you" saying. This will give you great peace of mind.
Speaking of equipment,
what a great rig, I love looking at the technical details of "Pink Lady". Check out the way the spreaders are set up, technically inclined bloggers. This is one stout rig. I wonder how you went up without a winch tailer below. Ascenders on a fixed rope?
Perhaps this virtuoso demonstration of your yachting skills and excellent yacht preparation will get anyone not sailing along with you to "bug off", and mind there own business! If not, who needs them?
The view up there must have been something else! (No shouting "land ho", of course)
Onward to the Horn, brave Captain!
Richard W
The real question:
Is the helmet "dorky" if no one sees it except Flipper or Silly?
Jessica, you have a lot of guts going up so high on the mast! Thanks for the pictures, it is fun to get an inside look at your adventure. We always enjoy your posts and are so thankful you are sharing this adventure with us. Congrats on making into the roaring 40s, we hope you have a safe trip through this area!
From your snowy fans in the Black Hills of South Dakota, USA!
The water from up there is so beautiful. It must be fun to see it from that angle.
Jessica, just curious what the "stick" is extending from the stern, as seen form the top of the mast.
As a "lagoon sailer" I'm really enjoy following your adventure daily.
Doug, Florida
WOW - she does it all, and I'm so glad you remembered to take your camera. I've been listening & singing (badly too) to christmas music for a month now - LOVE IT. be safe, Susan
Dear Jesse,
You have such a beautiful yacht. She looks nice and tidy too!
My Father sent me up our mast when I was 10 and I still haven't forgiven him! It was purely for his amusement as it turns out!
Best Wishes,
Ruth
Good going with the mast climb, Jessica! There are a couple of naysayers on the MacGregor Boat Owners forum that I frequent who said that you lacked the physical strength for this journey. Once again, you have proven them wrong! Keep up the great work, and enjoy your journey.
Roger
San Jose, CA
Jessica, this must be one of your most interesting blogs, yet! Congrats on all the accomplishments with grace and courage! Wishing you fair weather and good seas as you proceed to the 'Cape'.
I thought you might be interested in this article about the intelligent, Ausie creatures lurking far below!
http://www.comcast.net/articles/news-science/20091215/AS.Australia.Coconut.Octopus/
This was a pretty amazing find.
The Best,
Bruce
Wow! Great (scary) pic. Thanks for taking your camera up with you.
Isn't it crazy how you can be on an almost endless sea and so many interesting things fill your day. One would think it would be boring, like walking across a desert. What a great adventure and what an incredible girl.
Blessings,
See Ya Sailor!
You're doing fine Jesse, and us landlubbers are still busy blowing on ya sails till you come home lol.
Kevmeister in Perth
Wowie wow wow. Just looking at that picture makes my fingers tingle and my stomach go "Woah!". Congrats on a safe trip up and down and continued best wishes on your journey!!! :)
Having been at the top of a mast at sea I can appreciate the bumps and bruises that you incurred. I am glad to hear that bruises were all that you found up there. It is good to know that everything is in good shape up top before you get into heavier weather patterns. Chafe is a major problem bouncing around out there.
Have you seen any wear and tear on your sails or sheets at this point??
That photo is amazing! I love it. Thanks for the update ((:
-Dimitri, USA
"WOW" is not enough of a word for that, or for you! Thanks for all of the info, Jesse, it keeps me mindful of just how daunting your adventure is. It's really great to hear those little details, such as how EPL takes and likes the wind, and the stride with which you take the little and big events of the day. Blessings to you!
Tom, Missouri, USA
Here! Here! Great description of your latest achievement! Congratulations! Kudos for your bravery. I feel so much admiration for you. Hugs and prayers galore for your safekeeping. Amy Phillips
Hi there!
:D for climbing the mast and taking such a great picture!!
Do you have any Christmas movie favs? Mine are Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer and Frosty the Snowman,love the little rabbit character.
Hope your mother packed something nice for Christmas for you... I am sure she did as a mom, I would of :)
You could attempt Christmas cookies maybe?
Smooth sailing and may you always have the wind at your back!
chris in calif.
...and on her next trip cruising somewhere around on land, where she has to change a tyre by herself, I hear the spectators screaming:"Ooh, aah, [fainting], how dare. Don't take unnecessary risks. You should have called the roadside service from the automobile club.
Good Job Jessica!! What a photo. Glad you made the trip up the mast safely!! just thinking you are out there all alone and up the mast makes my knees a little shaky for you.
Welcome to the roaring 40's. Wishing you the best of luck!
Any chance Jessica can include approx. lat/long coordinates in her posts? I have never been able to get the tracker software to open properly and I'd like to follow her progress on Google Earth.
Ray
Huntington Beach, CA
Jesse,
that is a fantastic view of Ella's Pink Lady!! How tall is the mast anyway? I hope you can make a steady 6-7 knots the rest of the trip! I think I could hear you singing and it wasn't all that bad, just try and be a little louder next time. Have a wonderful day!
Rob
Columbia, Missouri, USA
Hello Jess:
Whenever there is a hiatus, I figure you are up to something. This time it was up to the top of the mast! Do you ever get a funny sensation in the region of your tail bone when clambering up high? It is the vestigial tail muscles trying to swing your tail and maintain balance.
Fluffy blue eyed Frankie was sitting beside the keyboard again, and watched your latest video with interest. He has no trouble at all with your Aussie accent. At the end he was reaching behind the monitor trying to find you. I believe he's decided you are a good sort and wants to be mates.
Todd, by the big cold lake
Hey Jess - always love reading a new day and a new adventure - and keep the photos coming - some of the sunsets are truely amazing - stay safe
Go Aussie Go
Jessica what a fantastic photo, and the sea is so blue !!!!
Don't think I'd fancy climbing that high but you would be an old hand at it I preseume.
Take care sweetie xxx
Awesome pic. Be safe and enjoy yourself. I wish I was sailing around the world.
Geoff,
Houston Texas USA
Well, I don't think you'll hear much from the doubters anymore.
GO JESS!!
That's great great great! you GO, girl!
Sending you supportive encouragement from Bathurst NSW
loved seeing the mast-view of your boat...i've spent a lot of time up masts as i use to make my living that way...so the view is very familiar...but i always did it in a marina, tied to a dock, so i've never had the experience of actually sailing and altering course from up there...too cool...
Hey Jess.
You did have a parachute on right? should have done some base jumping whilst you were up there.lol
Stay safe
Berlin Red
SEASON'S GREETINGS Captain Jesse,
Roger and Julie and family and the team.
What bravery Jesse climbing the mast at sea.....a fantastic photo.
Is your "dorky helmet" the model with the spinning red SAFETY light on top?.....and Jesse did you check that the "clip-on" attachment at the top of the mast is ready for SANTA ? he he.
You are amazing......stay safe.
GO JESSE GO
john,
Bay of Quinte, Lake Ontario, Canada
PS Sally in Melbourne...loved your artwork "scary view" (5:49 pm)
Hey Jessie
Great shot from the top and she does look sweet from that angle.
We have just had our first Dinghy Camp of the summer. Reminds me of you teaching me to sail. Kiri is enjoying her sailing and teaching still.
Take care
Love & Luck
From Sue, John & James SSA
Hi Captain Jesse, Amazing Pic! Yikes! I felt my head starting to
spin just visualizing you being up there. Well, another accomplishment, climbing the mast while rolling in the sea. Excellant
work on your safety check. Remotely controlling EPL. Great Stuff! Be Safe! Be Happy!
Sing Loud! Godspeed!
Good morning Jesse
Love the shot from on high. I imagine you would be a little sore using muscles that haven't had much of a workout lately.
I would just love to sing out loud in the open without someone,usually my wife telling me to keep my day job...give the 40's your best notes... great to see the sailing is good at the moment..do I use the old line the calm before the storm....I hope your 40's sailing is the adventure you want it to be. Office Christmas parties today and it is raining in Dubbo yipee
As always loloud
Sea ya
Dusty from Dubbo
Sea ya
Hey Jess
You are certainly an adventurous type,,,,as if we didn't know that already.
I remember reading Jessie Martin's book when he had to undertake essential repairs "up the mast" I hope you don't have the need but great to get in the experience,,,,,,,,,and what a great shot.
Glad that you are getting into the Christmas spirit,,,,,personally I love all the christmas carols and songs,,,,,just ask my family.
hope your progress south and east keeps going well for you. Stay Safe and good winds.
Noel Novice sailor Canberra
Hey Jess,
Awsome ! - how good is that shot from the top of the mast.....
“A wet sheet and a flowing sea, / A wind that follows fast / And fills the white and rustling sail / And bends the gallant mast.”
You're a legend
Keep on keeping on
Mick
MNC NSW
Hi,Jessica,
Great pic. from above,I think you have a carrier after your adventure ends,at National Geographic might be interested in hour long story of your adventure along with your pics.
Glad to hear of your quiet day's,they are to enjoy.
BY the can the Pink Lady go around in circles like the little remote cars,that would be a picture to see,HA,HA.
It is fascinating how far the technology of sailing has come,controlling your yacht from the top of the mast who knew,now if you can get it to make your meals,what else is left,my funny for today.
Nice to hear you are listening to the music of the holiday season,I do when I am on my PC,I love old Rolf Harris' ''White Boomer's'' when I was a young lad living in Sydney in the seventies,it's a fun song if you can get a hold of it,I think you would enjoy it.
Still waiting to hear back from ''Santa'',think he is having some kind of logistics problem with the sled or finding the rain deer some wet suits,but I'll keep trying.
Enjoy your weather,we here in the northeast USA are expecting another round of snow this weekend,it's funny people run out to the market and buy T.P. milk,bread just for a slight chance of the white stuff,I think it's so strange,but it's a tradition for those Marylander's.
Sounds like your spirits are good and the world is with you all the way.Hope your mum packed some ''xmas cake'' for you or at least maybe some egg nog [unspiked of course].
Keep up your pretty smile,it makes my day when I see that.
Again God speed young lady,stay safe and may the winds blow true for you daily.
Hugs to you and your ''stuffy crew'',
Stephen M.,
Adoptive ''Transplanted Aussie'',
Maryland,USA.
You are a brave young woman, Jess. Congrats on the successful climb. I cannot even imagine doing that myself. The mast would crumple under the weight.
Stay safe.
Waiting for you to round the horn and get into my ocean, the Atlantic.
Rex Gibbons
Newfoundland, Canada
Morning Jess
What a great shot! You say EPL has got the tallest mast - that looks pretty darn high to me! You must has had a great view swinging around up there - not sure that I could do that myself. Makes me shiver thinking about it!! It's great that you took the camera with you, so we get to see your view and also the remote commander.
You are always so well balanced and in control Jess, well with regards to your tasks at hand. With regards to the male species, that's different. You never get your head around them!
Good to see that the wind is with you - feeling a little anxious about these roaring 40's... I guess that you lot are excited about it all and are looking forward to the challenge. Just keep us informed Jess, let us know that you are OK!
Keep up the singing Jess! I am going to Carols By Candlelight in Sydney this weekend. Will join you in the 'out of tune' vocals!
Stay safe Jess - have a good day!
'The height of your accomplishments will equal the depth of your convictions'
William F. Scolavino
'You can't cross the sea merely by standing and staring at the water'
Rabindranath Tagore
Sally In Sydney
Awesome picture!!!
Hi Jessica
My name is Sarah and I'm 14 years old. I've been reading your blog for the past month. Just wanted to say that I'm excited for you. It's good to see you have a dream and go after it!
Sarah
Farmington Hills, Michigan
Excellant photo Jessica, reminds when I was very young climbing tall trees and swinging in the breeze.
Don't worry about you're singing there no one around to hear you!!
You are making good progress.
Have you been trolling line to catch fresh fish, if you have what have you been catching?
Look forward to your next blog.
Take care.
Roscoe,
Pomona, Qld
"Patience and time do more than strength or passion." Jean De La Fontaine
hi jess,
you downplay your mast/rigging inspection, however, as a fellow sailor, I known how risky it can be in mid-ocean, specially when singlehanding ... you have guts! Did you use climbing ascenders? Glad to hear you remain safe!
Lincoln
US Gulf Coast
Legend! Go girl!
Paul.
Well Jessica you are gamer than I am! I am so scared of heights I don't even like being this tall.
Cheers.
Kevin Franklin
It sure looks like a long way down!!!! Be safe...
Holland, Michigan USA
Wow that is amazing....You are amazing..Keep up the good work...
Hi Jess
So glad that you are taking every step in your stride. going up will scare the daylight out of me - your courage and adventure just amazes me more & more. What an amazing gal you are.Thanks for the descriptive updates and for sharing your journey with the world. Just belt out your Christmas favourites and enjoy the festive season like us all. Have a great week-end. Happy & safe sailing and will chat again.
love
Vijay
Hi Jesse,
Just WOW !! The rest has already been said by everybody before me and I cannot possibly say anything more before I get a chance to digest today's post.
for now, I'm just gobsmacked.
Stay safe and enjoy
emgb1 from South Wales, UK, GMT+0
Hi Jess:
I suspect that it's about a 51 foot mast, from the height you shot the photo. I had a 35' and use to go up the top as well and the height looks about the same. I don't see any step, so I assume you were harness in with a remote in a boson chair. Good idea to ck. everything out before the rough stuff starts. It's fun to go up the mast and one does get bang up a bit, but it's all in the game. Keep it up and it's nice to see u also making some nice speed.
Robert
Great view, I suffered just a twinge of jealousy wishing I could share the view of the surounding sea. Looked at the map, you are getting down there (south). Anxiously waiting till you get into some wind. Maybe, fingers crossed, you will have great sailing all the way around the horm. Good sailing. Grandpa Bob in Tucson.
I cant stop wondering how on earth did you climb up there?? (I bet it's the 100th time this question is asked!)
I'm following your blog daily, and thinks of cape horn too!
you're the best!!
haha
Galia from Israel
Hi Jessica,you are obviously in great shape mentally and physically (apart from a bruise or two!)Up the mast in a Bosun's Chair? not a job I readily voluntered for too often, but wow! what a view!!Jesse you are making great progress,and everyday is a new adventure.Sailing single-handed is a feat on its own,you are a remarkable young lady,stay focussed, eat and rest when you can,have a great day's sailing.God Bless you are in our daily prayers, Dougal
Hey Jesse! (Morning Monkey girl).
Hope you're not too sore today!
Hey! It's I love you Friday again!
I'd never heard that before you said it. If I had my way I'd dedicate it to you, at least until you get home!
If I had kids it'd be a day where they could have custard for brecky, no home work and desert before dinner.
For Jesse, from Jesse!
I LOVE YOU FRIDAY!
The computers and tellies stay off, the kids big and small just climb, swim and play!
Be safe Jess! Your rocking the world!
I thought I'd keep putting this site up incase any of your followers and adopted extended family could think of anyone to nominate.
http://www.australianoftheyear.org.au/
HOLY SHIT!! You would NEVER see me up there..You are a much better woman than I am a man..LOL
Looking down at that tiny boat was definitely scary. It's a pity that Silly wasn't around to photograph you at the top of the mast, complete with dorky helmet.
I'm sure that none of your adoptive family missed the attention to detail your little escapade demonstrated. I mean how many of us would think to take a remote steering device to use if the boat became contrary. Well, you did!
By the way, I think all of us would like to see all the bruises! Tee-Hee!
I hope that as you get into the big seas you will send us photographs of Nature at her angriest and most dramatic. But take good care of Number 1. We all love you and admire your courage, and would be devastated if you were reported lost at sea.
With love from
Ian from Brisbane
That is a very cool perspective. Love all you posts. Hope you are having the time of your life.
Hi Jess
The pictures are amazing - it sure looks like a long way up that mast!
I enjoy reading your blog and getting the update on what is happening.
All the best for your oceanic Christmas.
regards
Simon, Hamilton NZ
Great photo!!
Anth.
Dear 'Anonymous' Bad Karma Dude with the changing tire post.
If you don't enjoy this trip then go somewhere else. Very simple.
It's pretty damn easy to be sitting at home with your bag of Cheetos being a naysayer. Take off your jammies and get a life of your own. Merry Christmas anyway.
Righto, technical question.....how do you achieve getting to the top of the mast as a Solo. Do you just use rope ascenders or another old salt technique.
... eeerie, gorgeous, lovely brilliant pic, Jessica, a bit like the ten metres in the local swimming pool. I can actually feel the funny tingles in the tummy just looking at it.
Did we yell "You Rock" so far?
It must be "JESSICA SWINGS" now.
Roar down them Forties, girl!
BavariaBlu
Jess',
Great phot' - Great Blog.
Stay safe.
PB
Qld
Hello Jess:
Incedible, absolutely, incedible!!
You seem to be taking everything in stride... Stay safe and enjoy youself. It looks like you are having the time of your life..
All the best..
Bob and Family from Denver CO
Jesse,
Thanks for sharing the view up by the mast. Did you shouted "I'm the Queen of the world" (Titanic movie)Well, you are the queen of the open seas. I got chills just looking at the picture. How tall is the mast from the deck?
Take care always,
fr@ncis
HA! HA! HA! HA! HA! HA!
Well with the dumb luck I have... if I had managed a climb to the top of crow's nest, I would have dropped the remote control thingy into the ocean, BUT not b4 I pressed the wrong button on that remote control thingy causing my vessel to take off at a fast rate of speed!! Then I don't know what would come first after that; me peeing my pants or me screaming at the top of my lungs!!!! Another words, it definately wouldn't be a pretty pic like what yours was!!!
WOW Jess!! You are one brave chicky!! Anyway, fess up...you were up there hanging Christmas lights weren't you to go along with your music?? HA! HA!
Take care and hang on tight, Kaleen
Jess,
Great picture!
You have done it again!!! Showed us all what skill and seamamship you have aquired over the years. We always look forward to reading your blogs and continue to keep you in our prayers.
Thanks again for letting us be apart of your incredible journey.
Be safe!!!
The Rains Family
Knoxvile,TN USA
Be safe!!!
Hello Captain Jesse, what a great pic!!!! The technology available to you is amazing but what is more amazing is your maturity and wisdom! You truly are equipped for this adventure and my respect for you and your skills and determination are growing with each blog report. I am truly honored to be able to communicate with you and wish you well on your way to history. I will selfishly be telling my friends , when it is all over the news at the completion of this quest, that perhaps one thought or prayer I sent might have influenced you somehow!! lol.... however the truth is by reading all of your daring feats like climbing the mast solo while underway, I am drawing inspiration daily in my routines that seem to frustrate me, I should be thankful for the little things and am influenced by you! Thank you again for posting and the pictures and to your support team. Godspeed, Mike
Jessica. Beautiful photo of Ella's Pink Lady. Congrats on your big adventure up the mast.
I made an important decision today thanks to you. I decided that if you aren't going to be lonely all by yourself out there far from land and in challenging circumstances, then I refuse to allow myself that self indulgence.
Thanks for being an inspiration and for the opportunity to share that confession.
Arnie in Canada
Gee Jesse, past 42 degrees S and rising. Must be time to put your cardy on.
Great pic of EPL from a new angle. Don't suppose we'll be seeing a lot of those. Couldn't you have persuaded one of your motley crew to go up the mast and take the piccie? Or did they all mutiny at the suggestion? Isn't it amazing that the boat always seems to be rolling so much more when you're at the top of the mast than the bottom! It's great to hear just how particular you are being about your maintenance and preparation. And what about the remote control? Things certainly have changed since I last sailed!
It sounds as though you are absolutely in your element out there. That's really wonderful. Taking it all in, the good, the bad and the indifferent. 3,000 miles to the Cape. Almost across one ocean, with a very long detour. Almost 1/3 of the distance through your journey. How amazing is that!?
Thinking of you every day and wishing you all the wind you can manage from the right quarter for you.
Toni
Jess you are awesome.
The mind boggles with you in the middle of the South Pacific, climbing that mast (I've sen you barefoot on the mast on TV) & then at the top taking pictures & steering the boat by remote control!!!
Then you go & put it all on the internet for us to enjoy!! What a super star you are & what technology!!
Your blog is just amazing & we love reading it.
As a massage therapist, am sorry it's too far to come to get your stiffness sorted - just do some stretches & keep moving.
You have a wonderful wonderful Christmas
David
Been said many times, but what an amazing shot! One of the better so far, IMHO.
Have to tell you, about that "Dorky Helmet" - I'm a climber and I have to wear one too. Didn't for a while, till a fall saw my head getting rapped against a rock. No cuts but one hell of a goose egg. Now, I always wear my dorky helmet :D
Climbing the mast looks like it would be a real challenge even for someone used to heights. I would be nervous attempting it at a dock, let alone while underway. Good thing you were so practiced and prepared to handle it!
Don't worry too much about the "not so smooth" rappel - (Or abseil if you prefer)- that stuff takes practice and whats important is that all is well and you are well.
Glad to hear the rigging is in good shape and that you and EPL are ready to take on the Forties!
Today's Inspirational Quote:
"He can who thinks he can, and he can't who thinks he can't.
This is an inexorable, indisputable law."
-- Pablo Picasso
The advice from PoppaBear is well worth following. I assume you're doing what he advises, Jess.
Ian from Brisbane
Hello Jessica,
Really Jessica, is there anything that you can't do? That picture is gorgeous. Be careful the next time you do that.
Take care,
Illinois, Jennifer
Nice to see your pics Jess, gives us all a taste of your journey.
Keep the good work and hope the bruises heal soon !
Rgds
Alex - UK
You are so brave Jessica! I have a fear of heights, and I get sea sick, so I really admire what you're doing! Thanks so much for the pics! I follow you everyday.
Happy Sails,
lfr
USA
Hi Jess
You are soooo inspiring! Even for an old bloke like me. I look forward to checking on your progress every day. Good sailing
Jim B
Maryborough Q
Another great read Jess...fantastic shot from up the mast also. You seem to have everything well under control and cruising along well. Touch wood all continues that way for you.
I sure can picture the spider impersonation..lol..
Ajay
Love the shot from the mast - great time to do an inspection, too.
I still haven't climbed mine, myself... At some point I really ought to get up there.
All I can say right now is..Wow!! Impreessive shot! Sorry to hear about the bump at the end..bet it smarts, but I'm sure you feel better knowing all is in good condition and ready for the next jaunt.
I thought today as I drove to work..Pacific means Peace..
Pacific on Earth...
Gary & Jan
Savannah,Ga
Jess,
Have a Merry Christmas and look after yourself. What a brave girl you are, you are a credit to your parents and yourself. Follow your dreams and dont let any one stop you. After this adventure is over the sceptics will have to eat their words wont they. You will have the memories of this trip of a life time forever. Take care on the rest of your journey and I will keep up to date with your new.
Take Care
Judi Lucas, Blacktown, NSW
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FROM ALL IN SYDNEY - AUSTRALIA
Excellent picture Jesse! You are one brave girl! Glad everything is going so well and that you are having fun. In another week you'll have all of your Christmas gifts to open! I look forward to hear what you've received.
Stay safe and have fun,
~Deidre NC, USA
I have been up my mast a lot lately doing some work, and its very rollie here in the slot at SF, so what I do is take a short piece of rope about a meter long, and wrap it around the mast, from my harness, this keeps me from swinging out very far or much while up the mast, or while I am coming down or going up, as it keeps me close, i feel alot better with this, just have to undo it when passing spreaders.
Good luck! Fantastic trip!
-Tim B.
Dear Jessica,
I have only one word (and I'm borrowing it from my fellow blogger):
GOBSMACKED!! (what a great word!!)
You Rule!
May you continue to have favorable winds, personal strength and clarity, and some decent sleep.
With deep respect and love,
Mary, Maine, USA
Jessica,
You deserve to dig out the music and celebrate a little bit. But I doubt that your singing is very,very bad. How could the voice of an angel sound bad singing Christmas songs with Snoopy and the Wiggles.
Have fun, stay safe and happy sailing.
From Seattle, WA, USA
SaltyDog
hi jess,
just climbing the mast for the heck of in the middle of the ocean by yourself? sounds like my kind of fun! glad everything up there is holding up well to the stress and know you know for sure you're good to go into the "Great South".
that's an amazing pic, btw.
be safe. be well. have fun.
andrew
richmond, va
Hey Jessica,
That is a great pic, and your comments are very vivid. I think I speak for most of us but you make us dream.
This experience is a thing of a lifetime. Good for You and don´t forget we are all sailing with you, always!
Have you seen some dolphins nearby the boat?
Julian
Kathleen from NZ said:-
Well done you litle trouper! That'le show those who worried you didn't have the physical stamina to complete this epic journey. But for me, no doubts! After all didn't you shimmy up the mast in the dark in the middle of the night after your little brush with the sea monster disguised as a bulk carrier? As I recall, you had to cut loose and discard over the side some of your damaged gear to make everything safe. And this you did on your own in the middle of a dark sea not really knowing just how damaged EPL was. My mind reels at the thought of you doing that climb! You even managed to furl (is that the correct term?) up sails and make things as ship shape as possible. An amazing feat which you then added to by getting yourself safely back to land. No heroics at all! which I am beginning to realise is part of your trademark. You are so calm and confident you make us all so proud of you, our little sweetheart!
God's blessings and protection go with you Jess as you enter into the next stage of your journey.
The world loves you!
hello from the farm in western australia. You are a fantastic example of our best Aussie youth Jess - that was a great pic from the top. We will be thinking of you on Christmas Day . cheers Susie ,Wagin
OMG!!!! Your Mother is going to have a heart attack!!!!
Be Safe!!!!
Jeanelle
Colorado, USA
Hi Jessica we here all wish you the best in your epic Journey , Hang in there , you will succeed and I am sure every one in Australia is with you so good luck and happy sailing.
Paul & Alison Standing
Brisbane
Wow Jess you are one gutsy lady! I used to go all the way to the top of our mast "Young 88" but these days the first set of spreaders is about far enough for me. happy sailing and stay safe!
Sally (Brisbane)
Nice going Jesse!
EPL looks salty as ever! Merry Christmas to you too, in case we don't get a message off to you before next Friday. Keep checking EPL over as often as you think about it. A couple more weeks, and it's gonna get a bit rough. May The Lord continue to bless you and make His face shine upon you and your quest!
TTFN,
-Scott & Cheryl deBeaubien
Denver, Colorado USA
Hi Jess!!!
wonderfull picture!!!!
I wrote from Argentina.
cheers!!!!
Isadora
OMG! What a great picture! You are one brave girl!
Terri
U.S.A.
Tell me that climbing the mast wasn't the most exciting thing you've done since the start of your voyage! lol
Gary in Wyoming
Jess, just a short note! You are a tribute to all who have come before you, the ancient mariners and adventurers brave enough to lose sight of land, sail the inky black of night, blinding fog, howling winds, or scorching sun. Thank you for sharing your dream.
Pipefish, California Usa
Greetings from Detroit, Michigan. I love when you post photos! Keep them coming
12-17-09 @ 21:58
Hi Jessica,
You have just shocked, stunned and amazed your faithful fans and followers from all over the world. Keep it up!!!!! That move was almost as great as you crossing the Equator. Hope your aches and pains are diminishing. At least going away. I sent that liniment special delivery with "Silly".
Well Jessica, it looks like smooth sailing for awhile and then you’ll be getting into some of that bumpy stuff that you like so well. Good thing you took care of the inspection when you did.
Keep on singing girl, a little louder please, I can’t hear you yet.
For Tony L (Mt Martha VIC):
I was in the US Navy for nine (9) years and I had one helluva laugh at that joke. I try to look at life with an open mind. No offense taken. That was a good one. Your call, LOL……….
Thanks to Steve in Calif. for the pictures, they were great.
For Chimli: That was Kevin Costner from Water World, but I’m glad Jessica didn’t take the ride that he did from the top of the mast. LOL…..
Take good care of yourself and the crew and drink lots of water, like someone said in an earlier post, you don’t feel thirsty when you get cold.
Keep up the good work and have some more fun and eat, eat and then eat some more. Do you have some snacks set up for when you get busy????
Be careful and stay safe.
May God be with you and watch over you and may the angels keep your sails full, and I will keep you in my prayers.
Michael (74) from Kingwood, WV
So cool Jessica. My dad would send me up when i was a kid, nice view lol. Merry Christmas. Be safe.
Jess...when I go up my mast at the dock 3 times a year to sand and varnish the wood..the boat is at my slip.....thats freaky enough...... but when a "dingy" motors by, and a few ripples hit the hull...I hang on and wait for her to calm down...You are as brave as all those who have done this solo voyage before you. All of us here in this house admire your desire to challenge yourself...you are such an inspiration to us.
We are decorating our xmas tree tomorrow night and each of us has made a special decoration to hang for you....Can't wait to see what everyone has designed in your name.....I SUSPECT THERE MAY BE A FEW PINK THINGS COME LIGHT UP TIME!
Cheers Riveter
Sidney BC
HI Jessica
Wow what a veiw, I cannot beleive been out in the middle of the ocean far from any where and you climb the mast.
Looking down is so incrediable.
Im very impressed we will be having a discussion trip in regard to your adventures of your trip
next week with my residents they also enjoy hearing me tell them about your adventures and of course they also look forward to hearing about your travels.
We will also like to invite you to morning tea when you get back to the SSC.
Take care and I know on Xmas Morning You will have many well wishes and Presents to unwrapp
hope their will be a few of your favourite chocolates Bars and a tin of Mango??
Go For it Girl we are all behind you.
Dee58
You are one bright little girl ... if that had been me at the top of the mast I would probably have been saying "what a view, I wish I had brought my camera up!!". Well done.
Gary - Marsden, QLD
Awesome! It's SO fun to read the sailing stuff! What a totally fabulous shot! Really! It makes me wonder why I've never seen that angle before. Perhaps I just haven't seen that many boat pictures in general--or folks don't think to take a camera up there. Congratulations on the success (minus a couple of bruises and some complaining muscles)of your adventure up the mast.
Keep on sailin' on! (Don't worry if that doesn't make sense...the sentence is actually "keep on truckin' on" and I'm not sure where I picked it up.)
Blessings,
Tracie
How do you usually get exercise? Pace in the cabin? It must have been a good change of pace mentally and physically to climb aloft.
Scott, Dever, Colorado, USA
Your Arizona Twin Girl Fans [Brooke and Makenzie age 3 about to be 4] applaud you.
We look forward to you out on a wire at Latitude 55 in a screaming reach spray.
Set the standard high--and be safe.
I have been following your voyage and at frst I thought ...U must be nuts. Then I think my grandaughter lives in L.A. ( USA ) and at 16 drives the freeway. So you climbing the mast at sea Hey no problem. Great Pix. Good luck and enjoy the " Forties ". Dan R.
Makenzie and Brooke, my 3 year old soon to be 4 year old Arizona twins, applaud you.
We check your blog every night. Some day they think they're going to break your record. [It will only happen with me in a chase boat].
Beam Reaches and Flat Seas, Girl. And when it gets nasty, I am with you in spirit. From a crusty old sailor dreaming I was you.
I told my 16 year old daughter about your story and read your blog as much as possible. She said that you are a stud! Anyway, you have all our respect, you go girl!
Damn your good!
Nice picture and great blog again today!
Smooth sailing....
Ash
Perth
"What a cute little boat"
Hi Jesse,
you wrote:
singing along very loudly and very, very badly!
I love to imagine you rocking out to tunes on your ship, now you've given me another image. cool!
Yes, she is soooooo very cute! I really like that pic, thanks!
And, WOW!!! You are amazing! This ranks right up there with cupcakes!
Thanks Jesse!(and Merry Xmas to your boat, your crew and you!)
Merry Christmas Jess, good luck :-)
Magnificant Photo. Certainly a different perspective of world of the Lady you have been seeing. I wonder if you took the chance to try a Coooooooooeeeeeee Good Old Aussie style and then have a giggle. YGG I am totaling enjoying the ride with you and thanks again for sharing, Love to Mum and all.
Hi Jess
Hello from South Australia.
Hope you doing well just visited your site for the first time today although been meening to for a while. Anywayz hope your doing o.k and wish you all the best with your journey.
From Jesse.O
Good luck Mwa
Hi Jesse! First time to your blog but here I am to say A Very Merry Christmas to you! I'm gonna keep following your story with a ton of interest! Good luck to you!
G'Day Jess',
Great aspect, great phot'.
I like the way you write - descriptive, with plenty of Aussie humor.
Sail safe, and enjoy the 'Rollers'when you meet them further South.
Poppa Bear Cairns Qld
Hi Jessica
I hope you having are having some good sailing weather today. Passageweather has some good weather coming up over the next week, I hope this correct.It doesn't look as if it will be to rough, 10knt to 30knt range and mainly from the west. I hope this type of weather is to your liking.What wind direction have you got at the moment?
So not to many mast climbs in the future, we do not need any injuries, but some tasks need to be done.
So keep having fun and keep safe.
Cheers George Simmons
Lots of love from Exmouth WA Australia.
PS For Doug of Florida; What you are looking at I think is parker the wind vane steering in the middle and wind generator on the port side. Jesse may be able to comfirm.
looking at your photo from up the mast reminds me of some old footage from the early 1900s. A sailor on one of the last of the clippers, that used to sail between Europe and Australia, was on top of a mast filming 60 foot waves wash over the deck. I guess that was during the winter months and that when you round the horn the weather will be calmer.
Good luck Jessica.
Your a braver woman than I!
This is an amazing journey to tell the grandkids about and you've got some great photos to prove it.
Jesse,
What can I say? Obviously no "boys" (bouys) got onto the boat when they got caught on the keel. If they did they would have had the remote controls!!!
Love getting the post and photos. They make us feel part of the adventure.
Keep well and safe.
All the best
John
Greetings from Michigan! You are an incredibly strong and courageous young lady... The pic from the top of your mast is incredible. Having been in that position myself WITH the scars to prove it, (why is it soooo ez heading UP?) I can appreciate the ride. ;) Please keep the pics coming when you are able.
G'Day Jess',
Great phot' from an unusual perspective.
Enjoy the "Rollers" when you meet up with them further South.
Meantime, stay safe.
Poppa Bear Cairnd Qld
Dear Jessica,
Wow!! What a great picture you brave young girl has given us. For me who never has been sailing and am afraid of heights, this was really special. Thank you.
It seems that my first comment never reached your fantastic blog. Hope this will.
Warm greetings from a cold Sweden, -8C and a lot of snow.
Sail on safe with your nice smile.
Regards
Ingrid, Tyreso
Another great post...the mast it is really fab to get such great news..look at all the support you are not alone go Jessica...
WOW, thank you, Jessica, for a fantastic update… “sailing Ella's Pink Lady like a remote control car”. I can’t believe your power of descriptive language. Helmut
Hi Jesse,
Wow....what a blog!!!! The picture is truly amazing. EPL looks so small from 12m up. I knew that the mast climb would have to be tackled and you came through with flying colours...Great stuff!!!
Fantastic that here are no wear signs at the top of the mast. It must be a real confidence booster as you get closer to Cape Horn.
Your positve approach to everything that is happening on this journey is unbelieveable. I read your blogs and every time I feel so proud to be a small part of your journey.
Stay safe and keep warm.
Rob
Ingleburn NSW (arrive home from Fiji today)
To George Simmons Exmouth, WA
Nice Yellowtail! Have you seen the new arrival at Mokey Mia?
Fairdewell and tight lines...Sam
Great to hear about your successful ascent of the mask and, even more importantly, safe descent to the deck. It must have been surreal up there, while guiding Ella's Pink Lady via remote control. All the best for your transit in the "Roaring 40's". This is a big period of your voyage coming up, as you'd already know, and we, your ardent fans, are with you in spirit all the way and hoping all goes well for you as you make your epic approach on Cape Horn. Take care, Jessica, and know that your supporters are thinking of you.
Regards
Chris Akenfelds
Brisbane QLD
akenfelds @ lycos . com
Good morning, Jessica
Realy some new angle of Ella's Pink Lady : )
But there is no any steps on mast?
Danylo
Kherson, Ukraine
(currently in the Sydney)
With you all the way Jesse!
Billy!
Ehy Jesse...did you get the shot from up there?!?!
It's really impressive...wow!!!!
Cheers from Italy,
Andy (adopted brother)
good day captain jesse,
sounds like your really having fun.
do take care.
love the shot from upstairs.
regards as always.
rod
blackbutt qld
Hi Jess,
Love that Photo , How did you take that shot with out your feet in it? How high is that mast?
Now stay on deck, you scared me.
It is easy for us to just log on each day but it must take commitment and drive to follow that dream. :)
Untill my next comment
Stay Safe
Anthony.
Townsville
North QLD AUSTRALIA
Hi Jess, you are very brave and I hope you have a great christmas, I hope Santa drops a present on the boat for you, maybe some yummy chocolate.
from your fan Kayla in south aussie (9 years old)
Great photo Jesse.
Sorry haven't blogged for a few days but have been busy making wheat bags as Christmas presents.
It's great that you are getting into the Christmas spirit and playing your music. I like listening to "Snoopy's Christmas" and Michael Jackson's "I saw Mummy kissing Santa Claus", as well as the more traditional Christmas music.
Take care, you're doing so well. Jan (Auckland, New Zealand)
Hey Jesse
How do you get up the mast on your own?
The only times I have done it is with someone on the deck pulling the ropes of a bosons chair or with a ladder.
It must be encouraging to chart some easterly distance. Now that you are through the tropical part of your voyage, you must be able to review the charts and get some satisfaction with your achievement.
Go Girl
Bruce
Wickedly cool!
Hi Jesse,
I have just started following your blog.
I admire your courage of conviction and determination.
It is a game of physical and more importantly psychological endurance and I must say that you've done yourself proud on both counts - my heart actually missed a beat reading about you remote controlling the boat from the top of the mast!
All the very best to you.
A Merry Christmas to you, your belted-in-crew and to Ella's Pink Lady.
God bless.
Rajiv
Sydney, Australia
We are still with you all the way Jess, but not up the mast...........great photo.......well done
I'll be "buggered"!
Keep safe, Mal,Rose and Melissa
Berrybank Vic.
Hi Jesse I love your blog read it all the time but haven't wanted to post until now. Just wanted to reply in response to Michael re- the post concerning your hair. 99.99% of Australians have a well developed sense of irony and humour. We often speak in a manner called "Tongue in Cheek' I am sure this is how the post was intended to be read!
Yay for singing along loudly! Boo about the bruises. Probably hard to find new places to walk/be, so kudos for finding a new area to conquer! Stay curious and eat your veggies. -Jen in Belgium:)
Jess,
What a great photo of Ella's Pink Lady!! You really get a good look at the solar panels from up there. Glad that everything checked out. Climbing the mast and then turning the boat remotely from up there, incredible!
Stay Safe, Stay Strong
Mark
Atlanta,GA (USA)
What an amazing view up there Jesse. I would've imagined 'steady as she goes' as paramount lest you get tangled. No mean feat for a solo sailor. last minute check before the bumpy stuff...nice one!
All systems are go!
It sounds like you and Ella's Pink lady are as prepared as you possibly can be as you get deeper and deeper into the 'roaring fortys'. You have already quietened the naysayers and soon it will be time to show 'mother nature' whose the boss! We know you can do it. We are right there with you...all the way. Rest well thru this quieter period.
Great to hear you're getting into the Chrissy mode Jesse. You will have to give us a few bars of 'Snoopy's Christmas" in your next video..just kidding!
You're certainly making good progress out there and the currents seem to be on your side now. Take care out there and long may the good winds prevail.
Ben (Qld)
I agree with Anonymous' comment
December 18, 2009 10:15 PM.
It was just a tongue in cheek comment typical of harmless Aussie humour. At least that's the way I read it.
I forgot to mention the significance of my new photo. It is of a new dolphin born yesterday at Monkey Mia. I think it's gorgeous!
Take care all and stay positive.
Wow Very cool....
Just another great picture. I'm impressed. Take care.
Michael B. C.
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Hi. Just had to smile at digging out the Christmas music. I believe that music is the most magical of all arts, and Christmas music the most fulfilling. I always collect ones I like, in December. And yes, Snoopy's holds a special place in my heart, too. If you haven't heard it, ask your home crew to play "THE GIFT" for you, by Aselin Debison.
Godspeed,
Steve, CA
This is Olivia, Gloria, and Jonathan, aged 13, 9, and 10, with an aussie teacher . How tall is your mast? Our teacher is 50.
Jessica,
I love that you are doing what you are doing!
Keep singing with the Wiggles!
Angelika from Vienna
Hi Jess,
Its awesome following you from back home. You are a great inspiration for my daughter who is 14.
Show the world what us Queenslanders can do.
With you in spirit
Ross, Dee and Grace
Gympie
Nice Going Jess looks like your having an amazing time out there. your a real inspiration to us young Australians, a real role model to us all. hope your gonna have a good Chrissy, we will all have a toast for ya. Good luck.
Alanna
Wollongong NSW
That's an awesome photo babe
Hiya Jess heard a radio interview with your mum this morning (I think she described the up-the-mast pic as "awful") and am in awe of what you are doing. We'll be following your progress closely and wish you fair winds.
You go girl!
David & Judy Anderson
Perth
So high up!! But definitely loving the pic! =)
Emm
Melbourne
Hi Jessica, here is Reunion Island speaking....:-)
Nice progress..: We are all with
You, hoping you the best for the
coming End of the Year holidays.Our best Wishes, Keep strong and moving !
Gia
yalabitHi Jessica,
WOWWWWW !!!!! . . . . . What a View !!! ..... Pity you didn't get a few Snaps of the View looking across the Wide Blue Sea towards the horizon: Make sure you do next time.
You said The Worst case Scenario would have been ... 'A Rougher trip Down' ..... Well, not Really... lol ... You could have dropped the Remote Commander; but knowing your expertise, I'm assuming you had it on a Safety Chain or Tether of some sort.
How's your Timing going Jesse ? ... are you running pretty much on time or ahead of schedule ? . . . . . I remember earlier in your journey (I think it was within the first few weeks), that I estimated that you would arrive home within a certain date range (exact dates slip my memory at the moment) which was within your planned 8 months: Well, going by your progress and ongoing determination, I'm confident that you'll still make it within that period. Closer towards the end of your Journey, when you are just past Cape Horn, I'll review my estimation, and let you know, and again lets say, as you pass The Cape of Good Hope, I'll try and give an ETA Date within a couple of days. What do you say Jesse ... If I'm within the Timeframe, you owe me a Personalised Tour of 'Pink Lady' ...?
Keep up The Good Work Sailor !!!
Have a Safe and Happy Journey . . .
but Most Of All, HAVE FUN !!!
" You CAN And WILL Do It Jessica Watson !!!!! "
NM
xx
whoa. you are amazing!!!
keep going :) you're killing it!
I've been following your progress from day one. Diane from Lacey, Washington State USA. I have your blog as one of my home pages, so every morning I check in on your progress.
LOVED the pic from up on the mast.
GOOD LUCK & Merry Christmas from the USA West Coast.
Won/One
:) D
Its great reading about your adventure and seeing all those wonderful pictures. I bet you are glad you are not batting the Christmas shopping rush this wee.
spectacular photo
beaut location
great guts
go for it
stay safe
Adam (Norway, but from Brisbane)
Wow, what a wonderful photo of Ella’s Pink Lady. I got dizzy just looking at it.
Like Michael stated before, don't take unnecessary risks.
We wish you the best from a cold and winterly Ashland, Missouri, USA.
You certainly have gutz! amazing confidence, but as Michael said 'Don't take unnecessary risks' With 10s of millions of people across the world watching you, we want you to succeed, you are a dream come true.
Did you take the Macarina Christmas music with you
Merry Christmas and Happy SAFE New Year
Cheers Nick
Amazing photo.
DB
I'm picturing you taking that picture!!! Congratulations on being able to capture that crows nest view for us as you struggle to maintain your balance and juggle the remote steering!!! Fantastic pic and fantastic multitasking!!
Go Jess!
Jill (Newcastle)
hi Jessica
How did you get your self by yourself up that mast?
All the best Tony and gail
OMFG - you sailors are totally crazy! :-) wonder how this was possible!? Are there some small ledges (??) along the mast to cling to? Or do u have monkey-like skills and power in ur arms? ;-)
Haven't been commenting for some weeks, so I take the chance again and like to express how cool it is that u managed to get this far this professionally. Keep up the brave work, Jess! More challenges will come.
Cheers from Bavaria, Germany, monday, 11 p.m. where we have -12°C and snow falling and are thus "dreaming of a white christmas".... ;-)
florian
wow that looked high up on that mast in the picture. be safe out there.
Are you mental? There's no way i'd do that unless i really had to. I'd also like to see a long/lat in your journal as i never seem to know where you are. Take care li'll girl
Phil
Holy Bonito! Now THAT is a "High Adventure" shot, to me and probably a few thousand other regular peeps! In a word again Jesse, you're Awesome!:-)
Safe Sailin' little Lady!
LarryB
You make me wish i could go up there too! BEAUTIFUL!
Jessica , Merry Xmas - you are an amazing young woman - Australia is so proud of you and we look forward to your stories on route and of course your safe return home. - I hope Santa found you !!
You are a strong person, and I keep been in awe of you achievment. keep it up , we look at the blog everyday and pray
we would like to plan a concert and give you the benefits and takes from the proceed
Viviane
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