Only 450nm to Cape Horn and I'm even more excited now as Mum and Dad flew out of Australia today to watch Ella's Pink Lady rounding the Cape!
Jesse
Pic: Becalmed in the Southern Ocean with Albatrosses sitting in the water off Ella's Pink Lady's bow
Friday, January 8, 2010
Becalmed
Just a quick update. Becalmed today, but the Albatrosses have joined us again (see pic below).
Only 450nm to Cape Horn and I'm even more excited now as Mum and Dad flew out of Australia today to watch Ella's Pink Lady rounding the Cape!
Jesse
Pic: Becalmed in the Southern Ocean with Albatrosses sitting in the water off Ella's Pink Lady's bow
Only 450nm to Cape Horn and I'm even more excited now as Mum and Dad flew out of Australia today to watch Ella's Pink Lady rounding the Cape!
Jesse
Pic: Becalmed in the Southern Ocean with Albatrosses sitting in the water off Ella's Pink Lady's bow
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J ourneying around the world
E quator achieved
S outhern ocean is nearly done
S o there you are
I n mist & fog
C ape Horn within your grasp
A chieving your dream
W hile we can only imagine
A ll that you are experiencing
T houghts of you are always
S o keep warm & safe
O n this life changing journey
N ow 2010 will be your year.
From, A, C, J, B & G
The Sunshine Coaster Family (Nambour)
"Becalmed"
Maybe we should get away from serious for a day! How about this one?
As a senior citizen was driving down the freeway, his car phone rang. Answering, he heard his wife's voice urgently warning him, "Herman, I just heard on the news that there's a car going the wrong way on 280 Interstate. Please be careful!"
"It's not just one car," said Herman. "It's hundreds of them!"
Mum & Dad's "kind of visit" will be very special & very deserved! Enjoy,
E&C
hi jess, lots of cyber hugs girl,
welcome to my longitude 80deg. Pennsylvania.
the albatross love you jess. they really do.
your mum and dad...
about to round the Cape...
what an incredible moment for you.
PRESS ON JESSICA
be careful
lenny Pittsburgh PA.
1/8/2010, the water looks very calm! Does the albatross always follow you? So nice that your mom/dad are able to fly over the cape as you pass through it! Take pictures! **from MI, U.S.A.
Awesome Jesse that your parents will be there to witness your rounding of the horn!! Holy mackerel, I didn't realize the albatross was such a large bird, I'll bet they eat a ton of fish a day! Closing fast on that cape, you are, and here's to a smooth but exciting passage! Anyone of us on this blog would not want another person but you at the helm. God speed Jesse.
Pipefish, California Usa
Hi Jesse,
good to hear from you again.
We landlocked sailors are as excited as you are!!
Looks like the weather is in your favor when rounding THE cape, except that you will probably have the wind 'on your nose'.
Take care,
Sven, Hamburg
PS: my word verification is 'forkey' - makes sense...
Hi Jessica,
You are such a inspiration and I am jealously enjoying travelling with you through your blogs.
Stay safe
Pam - Brissie
Hi Jessica,
What a fantastic adventure for a sixteen year old,(or anyone).
Good luck and fair winds.
Bill
Hey Jesse
I'm getting excited too about you reaching a very major milestone over the next cuppla days.
Have you thought about writing a note (you know, one of those Dear Mum and Dad notes explaining how you have done what you have promised and you are missing them and wishing them a happy trip to the Horn etc) and tieing it around the neck of your favourite albatross? I'm sure the big bird would fly to your parents with that note. Then you can put a note for me in a bottle and tell me what a silly old fool I am for having such fantasy moments.
Good luck rounding the horn.
Sail on Silver Girl.
Mike
Hi Jess
So excited for you, and your Mum and Dad! Will be with you in spirit. You go girl!!!!!!!
Margie
Cooroy, Queensland
Jess,
Good luck sailing around the cape. What is your strategy? Will you be sailing closer to South America or Antarctica?
Stay warm?
Andrew and Vicki (Queens Park, NSW)
HI jess Good to see you are doing so well.
Aw! Mom and Dad are going to be bursting with pride, watching their girl 'round The Cape. ME TOO!! YGG I am so glad and proud that an Assie "cick" if I may use the world is doing IT for all of us and Blogging to keep us all up to date; taking us along for the ride!! A few mor degrees Jessica and you should have sails 180 degrees around the world and on the home run. Let us know when you reach this point!! Smooth Sailing and love from us All!
Wow, what great progress you've made. I just wish you could get that dang heater to work for you.
Jim
how very cool is that?? Mom and Dad at the Cape...doesn't get much better than that!! wave to them as you go by!! Cheers.
Hi Jessica
I think ‘Samurai Sam’ has a wicked sense of humour. Your Albatross friends are not ‘making out’. They are simply having party and a good beak-wag about you and your pink boat.
“Where has that pink boat come from?”
“I was talking to Charlie three weeks ago. He was flying south of Tasmania and he told me it’s from Australia.”
“Where is it going?”
“Back to Australia!”
“Why?”
“Its doing a circumnavigatethingy with a young Australian girl on board.”
Why?”
“Because she wanted to experience what sailing round her world was like”
“Oh. Well what are all those funny marks on it? What does Hell Bash mean?”
“Its not Hell Bash, silly bird, its Elle Bache, but you’re right – it is sometimes a Hell Bash for her.”
“Oh well – Is she nearly there yet!!!!”
“No, but she’ll get there.”
“Oh, Ok – I gotta go fishing.
See ya at our Horn fishing spot.”
I have no idea what the other two were talking about – they were Cape Horn albatrosses speaking Chilean.
Well Jessica, I hope the wind has picked up for you.
Tony L (Mt Martha VIC)
To Hezakiah299, dear Michael
2010 is the year of the Tiger and the caligraphy you were referring to is the symbol for the tiger. You're a tiger and according to horrorscopes you should avoid monkeys. I'm a monkey and horrorscopes don't count, so there! :-))
To Kath, Qld
January 9, 2010 8:12 AM
Night & day :)...Yes, thanks for playing. :-))
Jesse,
Woohoo! It sounds like a "chocolate time" moment coming on.
Get ready to partaay crew.
Hugs & kisses,
The McGraths, Nowra NSW
hi Jesse,
I think that's really lovely that mum and dad are going to se you round the Cape. I imagined that you would have to keep your distance, but I have no idea about the coastline there. No doubt at least a good pair of binoculars will help. They have obviously been through so much up to this point, they will be bursting with pride!
You do seem to be attractive to the albatrosses. Well, maybe, if you don't find the man of your dreams at least you know the albatrosses like you! :-)
It's a real countdown now, isn't it? My partner was just asking me this morning how far to go. I hope someone else will be scanning the comments - whoever is doing it must be sorry they volunteered!
The water certainly does look flat! You could practically do some tai chi on the deck! I guess it is another opportunity to check everything before the big day!
Thinking of you daily. Wishing some nice breezes for you.
Toni
"Nothing in the world can take the place of persistence. Talent will not; nothing is more common than unsuccessful men with talent. Genius will not; unrewarded genius is almost a proverb. Education will not; the world is full of educated derelicts. Persistence and determination alone are omnipotent. The slogan, 'press on' has solved, and always will solve, the problems of the human race."
Calvin Coolidge
Hi Jesse,
Today, (Sat, 9th Oct) another teenager steps onto the world stage in a major event. She is Laura Robson a Junior Champion UK tennis player. She and Andy Roddick ranked No. 4 in the world have won through to the final of the Hopman Cup and the match is about to start. Laura is 15 and whilst few like their chances of beating the Spanish couple it is a must see event for me. Think of her if you have a moment and the vibes may aid her. I must now away from computer to TV and my lunch. I'll keep you posted.
You are doing great and making us proud.
Hugs from Bob 25 minutes due west of Noosa.
My goodness! You have come such a long way! I bet you are so excited at the prospect of rounding the cape and that your Mum and Dad will be there to watch you sail by!
How exciting!
Take advantage of your becalmedness and rest, catch up on the little things that get set aside and read or watch the Albatross. These will the things you miss when your journey is done!
Hi Jesse,
What a wonderful photograph. I know that it is most probably somewhat frustrating to again be without the winds but at least it gives you time to catch up on some sleep and regain strength for the trip around the Cape.
How incredibly exciting for your Mum and dad to be going over to watch you round the most talked about piece of sailing water in the world.
I read that you're in for a bit of weather so make sure that you're as strong as possible. After this it's all down hill.
Stay strong brave lady. Find those kind winds.
June and Richard Thorn
That's so cool. I've got this image in my head of two ppl standing on the edge of the land waving to a little pink boat. LOL Take a photo of the event I'd love to see it from both angles. Sail safely
Love
Ali Brisbane Qld
GO Jessica!!!!!!!!
You are the pride of Australia
So I heard the song "Come Go With Me" today and it made me think of you and the movie Joe Versus the Volcano (great comedy from the 80s). Totally random but the clip is cute. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vLoTJaUDAug
Steph
North Carolina
Please watch out for those rocks Jessica...
FROM THE SUNNY COAST
Jessica's peaches...
Jessica's cream...
Yes, Jessica's captain of the ...
Solo Round the World Sailing Team...
And Captain James Cook...
And Magellan too...
Would surely have been proud...
Of a sailor like you...
And those from the Sunny Coast...
Where you do dwell...
Will ride every wave...
Will ride every swell...
And prayers will be with you...
For Cape Horn...the ultimate test..
So Godspeed young lady...
Cause you're one of the best...
Cheers and Blessings..Jeff
As
Hi Jess,
You are extraordinary person.
Go girl. You are our inspiration
Congratulation.
Take care, it must be very cold.
akira/brazil
Good morning Captain Jesse,
Though when you will be able to read this, the day won't be young for you...
It seems the Ocean should remain calm for a while. We hope you have enough wind to progress and do that cape rounding very soon, and meet (by sight) your parents and John Bankart, may they approach you by sea or by air. It must be exciting for you, like a countdown!
Your huge blog-community seems to be still growing larger and larger, and that's really something new. For that too, you are making history. I am sure that when you dreamt of sailing around the world, you didn't expect that you would contribute to make this world better... and that's what you are doing, sailor. Your person and the way you are make everything. Wow. It remains uneasy to understand, as it is like if some magic had worked, but the result is just here.
We'll make a familial Jessica Walk for you tomorrow, braving the freezing cold that is still on France. Anyway, it is better to keep the cold air here than letting them go down southto bother you, so nobody will be allowad to complain here! How it would be convenient, sometimes, to pretend commanding the weather forces.
Have fair westerlies and may the milestony post be issued... quick quick quick! You know that certainly not far from one million of souls are connected to EPL and blowing warm air in your sails!
Congratulations, Jessica on your journey so far and best of luck rounding Cape Horn!
Go girl! A big milestone once your around the Horn. Just remember there are lots and lots of people thinking of you - your not really alone at all!
John & Wendy
...WAY TO GO, JESS!!!! you are really moving!! are you supposed to be this far in your journey, because it seems like you're way ahead of schedule, i am sure! anyways, sail safe. i'm sure your mum and pop are really proud!
-aviv
castro valley, ca, usa
I will definitely buy your book Jess, I am so excited for you. But can you also get your parents to write a book about raising you. I would also definitely buy that one, and use it as a tool to raise my two gorgeous boys. Your parents are just so amazingly supportive and I can only imagine their excitment at seeing you even if it is from a distance, my heart goes out to them. I can't wait to see the footage. You take care and the best of winds for you! regards Mary
Hi Jessica
We just wanted to let you know that the champagne is iced and ready to celebrate your Cape Horn milestone. You're going great!
Cheers, Rick & Nick
Hi Jess,well not long now and the horn will be behind you,we are all vey excited for you,plus a little bit of nervousness thrown in.
Your mum and dad flying over must be so exciting for you,Im sure we would all love to be there.
Very proud of you,
Nanna Cairns Qld
That brings a tear to my eye, a tear of happiness that your parents are flying out to see you.
I did hear your mum talk on 702 Sydney last week and she had said that you had been working hard.
We all know that Jess and thats why we all love you and are keen to read the updates.
Ros (Sydney)
So THRILLED for you Jesse...Sailing By the Cape and waving to Dad & Mum! How awesome is that?!
We are all so proud of you--a girl, to boot! We are women, hear us ROAR! And never let anybody ever tell us again that there is a "glass ceiling" at our jobs, or that we're limited in what we can do or achieve because we are the fairer sex...NEVER AGAIN! You see?...we can do it ALL! You go girl! You've proved that we really can do anything if that is what we truly want.
Love, MoonWynd from Vancouver
good to here mom will be there when you past.... will she come out on a boat maybe? ... that would be grreat just to see ya up close even if they can not come on board... Keep smiling my dear'... the world is watching you and praying for you as well to.
God Speed you on your Dream's
JOHN GLENN SHEPPARD USA
hi jessica, just getting back to your heater prob....... i think you need to sweat at it louder and louder until it lifts its game. this technique always works for me ;)
Cheers, donna in perth
Hi Jessica
I hope you have some better wind speed and direction today Jesse, by passageweather the weather looks all over the place for the next 4 or 5 days. Should keep you on your toes a bit, but their's nothing you can't handle.
Will your parents do a fly over or charter a boat, this all will be weather dependant I'm sure, but I don't think they would see much standing on the tip of Cape Horn, and the Horn being on a island you will need a boat anyway?
So have a great time and keep us all posted how things are going, we are all so happy for you Jesse.
Keep having fun and KEEP SAFE.
And Andrew, 72, come on,I would like to see a 65 soon! I'm sure you would also.
Another blogger said her word verif. started with mist, my last one started with hero, how fitting was that!
Cheers George
Lots of love from Exmouth WA Australia
Wow! Those albatross (albatrosses? albatrossi? :) ) are HUGE! Glad to hear things are going well, and I have to say I am so happy for you that your parents are going to Cape Horn. That's so awesome. Keep on keeping on, girl! You rock. Travel safely and have fun.
:) Kelly
Awww... that made me cry, your parents flying over to be there "with" you. Awesome.
Way to go Jessica! How wonderful is it that your parents will be there to see you round the Cape?? Keep up the great work and say hi to your friend the Albatross. D.J. in Iowa, U.S.A. (-23F. here...brr!!)
Hi Jessica. I wished you well at the start of your journey as "72 year old fair weather sailor." Good luck as you round Cape Horn, and I hope you can feel the vibes from your mum and dad watching you from there.
All the best,
Stan Gower. Melbourne
YOU ROCK YOUNG LADY!!!
Love those pictures of the wildlife - can't get enough of them!
Keep on keeping on.
Pat
Warrnambool
Hi Jesse, I just watched your 60 minutes story that was posted here, (thanks Georgia Guy) I live in Sydney and hadn't seen it. I sat here and watched through wet eyes and blubbered like a fool as you said goodbye to your family all those weeks ago. You are doing so well and living your dream Jesse and for that you should be so proud of yourself as we all are!! I'm sure the next few days as you approach the horn with your parents in close proximity will be a mixture of emotions for all of you. Enjoy every one of them dear one. Take care 'til next time.
Jo
Sydney
Soon you will join the rank and file of the Cape Horner club. The youngest to do so. If on your return to Australia you are not proclaimed sportswomen of 2010 then there is something wrong with the judges. Happy sailing and landfalls.
from Dunedin NZ
Jess!
Thought about you today and how frustrating it must be waiting for better winds! Especially when you want to smash the record!
Hope your not pulling your hair out too much!
It's hard to know what conditions you're in from day to day out there when I'm not keeping my eye too much on the weather!
You'll fly through Cape Horn Jess!
When you get back Jesse, there won't be too many people who will tell you no or you can't do that!
You have too many friends and adoptive family's that will support you! (Depending on the choices you make of course)!
You really are like the Claytons Kid to the world! lol
(Claytons! The Drink You Have When You Haven't Got a Drink) lol
So from another protective adopted parent!
At least we know where you are! lol
Go Jess!
Take care!
Billy!
Hello Jesse,
Great weather you are having at the moment, looks quite settled for the next few days (oops I think I just outed myself as a landlover!) I expect you would like a bit more of a breeze.
Actually my name "Bluefin" comes from a friend who used to sail Sabots on the Maroochy River and "Bluefin" was the name of their little Sabot and I can tell you that that little "Bluefin" is mighty impressed with Ella's Pink Lady and what she is doing down there in the Southern Ocean! Hee, hee wouldn't that make a sweet children's story.
I hope all is well with you and Ella's Pink Lady, really looking forward to the next week, it is already so exciting.
Cheers,
Bluefin, Buderim, Queensland.
Woohoo...am excited for u & your parents! Praying....
Hey Jesse,
Well, 'Mother Nature has reared her not so nice side at times but has now allowed you some respite as you push on towards Cape Horn.
Mayhaps time to look at that semi-retired heater again?
How cool will it be having Mum and Dad there as you round the cape. I can sense the excitement. No doubt their visit will be welcome relief for what has been a very trying latter part of this leg. At a time when physical and mental fatigue could be overwhelming, their visit will certainly be the fuel needed to spur you on.
As you round Cape Horn I hope you capture this significant milestone on video but, still a wee way to go yet so stay focussed and let a good steady breeze guide you to that special dual encounter.
The locals (albertross) are already comin out to greet ya.
As always, be safe and attached firmly to your travelling buddy Ella's Pink Lady. Good luck and fly like the wind Jesse.
Ben (Qld)
Hi, Jessica,
Sooooo, it's your job to get close enough to land so your parents can see you, yet not run INTO the land while doing so. That adds a degree of difficulty that would not have been there if all you had to do was aim for "anywhere between South America and Antarctica." Also, if you remain becalmed, they may see a lot more of the local sights of Tierra Del Fuego than they really want to (since, so far as I know, there ARE no local sights). They'll be calling, asking "Could you please maybe start rowing? Get us out of here!" I hope they brought their warmest clothes.
But seriously, that's great of them to come all that way, and I hope you do pass close enough that you can wave at each other.
Or maybe I'm being dense, and they'll hire a BOAT once they get there, and come out to you, instead of your having to go to them. As long as they don't give you anything or take anything from you, just passing close by would not break the rules, right?
I was glad to learn you got the mainsail rope fixed. I hope you can figure out something about the heater. Continued good luck with your voyage.
Michael from Texas, USA
Hi Jessica,
I'm a first time blogger. Never blogged before in fact.I've been following your adventures. Great to see someone pursuing a positive dream.
Not a sailor, so cannot offer practical advice.
As far as Albatross go I was fishing off Sydney Heads and the fish weren't biting. So we fed some bait to an Albatoss. All to soon a flock of gulls started dive bombing it and drove it off. It circled around out of their view, flew in fast, just skimming over the swell and drove straight through them at top speed. Seagulls scattered everywhere!!!! No doubt about who owned that patch of the ocean on that day.
Take care, keep warm
Donzo
Hi Jessica, so good that your parents can be a little bit closer to you as you round the "Cape", it will give you such a warm feeling....I have been reading your postings and it is like opening a book while it is still being written.....what an adventure you are having and showing the knockers just how competent you are....I see you have albatross for company....may be God's way of stopping loneliness creeping in......whatever they must be such a delight to see.......how proud your parents must be right now......so pleased that you were able to fix the sail and just wait till you reach warmer climate and then the darned heater will work.....anyway Jessica I wish you God speed and keeping you in my prayers....after the Cape it is homeward bound...go girl........
Ann(Morwell)
I think its very cool that your parents are going to watch you round Cape Horn. That place has such history attached to it and from the pictures I've seen it's a rather inhospitable place. Weather in central California has been positively awful (for California *laughs*). I grew up in NYC and went to university in northern New England so California outside of the elevations doesn't really have 'weather' in the usual sense. Not sure anyplace in Australia has weather like northern New England (-44 C with at least 3 tp 5 ft of snow on the ground after December 1...and when the snow melts there is mud everywhere). The past two weeks we've had socked in fog but most of it at high elevation so the driving hasn't been dangerous. Temps have been in the 40s (frigid for where I live) and I hardly have a decent jacket with which to keep warm so its bundles of layers (I know how you feel). I suspect that once your round Cape Horn and make for the Falklands you're going to experience quite different conditions (hopefully better). I am always amazed that two oceans can have such a different look at feel. Even the weather color is quite different. To bad you aren't going to be sailing into the Caribbean Sea of Gulf of Mexico...the water there is incredible but then so is the Gulf of California and the Mediterranean Sea. I imagine these to be something akin to the Coral Sea since they all have cool coral reefs, which give the water an incredible blue hue. No corals near the horn I'm afraid! No trees either from what I hear...something like tundra!!
By the way Jessica, you are now in Eastern Day Light Time (in America that is) or GMT -5!! You;ve gone ahead and passed me as I live in GMT -8 (same as Easter Island).
How exciting Jess, Im really getting excited too.
Will be great giving mum and dad a wave as you sail past.
Keep on Keeping on
and your in my thoughts daily
Ally (from heatwave Sth Aust)
Just so proud of you girl. I still have a bit of a lump in my throat thinking of you rounding the Horn.
I hope that your parents get to see you making that epic turn.
Take care and be safe out there.
A belated Happy New Year to you Jessica! I've been watching your progress for some time now and am so very impressed with your optimism and courage.
Warmest regards for a continued safe and exciting journey -
Leigh Ann
Alexandria, Virginia, USA
Keep up the good work Jess. Not too far to Cape Horn now.
Make the most of the calmer weather and rest up.
Each day is a new adventure with new challenges. But you rise above those challenges and that's what makes you great.
All those new lessons learnt each day that inspire everyone at home and for you learning more about your ability to achieve the incredible.
Keep well, keep :-) and look forward the the lessons.
Keep going for gold Jess!
Greetings Jessica,
Wishing you all the best with your success with your trip so far. Thank you for the photos too. It was interesting to see those albatrosses beside the boat. You're one couragous person. May you be successful in completing this trip.
Freddo
Hi Jess
Supurb navigating and boating skills, albatross are such good luck, they like all of us love you...best wishes for a safe and successful rounding of the Horn. The great explorers and adventurers in history have done it, you will be in an exclusive club.
With you all the way..
David
Esperance WA
Inspirational.....Totally awesome.
Great attitude to do this Jess!
Hi Jessica!
So, a bit of a calm before rounding the Cape, huh? So excited for you! Wishing you all the best,
Dora and Rachel
Czech Republic
Hey Jesse,
What a gorgeous photo! The albatross are beautiful and it looks like the perfect way to get some rest in between the 'busier' periods for you.
We think of you all the time and are so excited that you are nearing the Horn and another day closer to achieving your dream. You're an inspiration to us all - even if our dreams are somewhat smaller!
Oh, and Molly in the US cracking a Foster's is a genius :-). We'll follow suit on that one...
Keep taking care,
Lea xx
Hello Jessica,
what wonderful and exciting news, I am so happy for you!
Now we just need a little breeze to get you there quick and smooth as can be!
Albatross for company again, so great!
I can imagine, that knowing your darling parents are heading for a rendezvous with you must make your heart jump with joy!
Good on you!
You deserve every happiness in the world!
Keep well, keep happy and above all else, keep safe,
Trudy,Austria/Mackay
Hi Jesse,
How about your Mum and Dad flying over to see you round the Horn – I'm sure that will be an emotional time for you and them.
As quickly as I can I'd like to send you some Aussie news – I spent most of this afternoon watching the televised finals of the 22nd Hopman Cup (Tennis) in Perth, W.A.. One of the participants was a young lady who did not win any match on her way through the singles eliminations until she beat her last opponent in the final (seemingly to everyone's astonishment). Her male partner then lost his finals match so the doubles had to be played as the decider. They were defeated but not thrashed.
The winners were Maria Jose Martinez Sanchez and Tommy Robredo playing for Spain. The United Kingdom was represented (for the first time since 1992) by the runner-up team of Andy Murray and Laura Robson. Laura has only played competition tennis as a Junior prior to this and she will be sixteen in a couple of weeks.
Like you Laura seems to be a person who is very focused and who knows where she is going. I could not help thinking of you whenever I saw her on the court throughout the preliminaries – and her Mum was always there as well.
Please give your Mum and Dad a wave from from me as they wing their way over you.
Cheers. Bob from 25 mins due west of Noosa.
Hello Jess
I am getting excited to see you so close to popping your head around the corner of the cape. It must be a big milestone for you as you plough along with relative ease. How nice it is to see you have such favourable conditions. It is hard to believe in the middle of nowhere that the ocean is almost welcoming you and enabling you to realise your dream of circumnavigating the world. Our thoughts are with you at all times. Bev from Ingham North Queensland
Can't wait to see pic of the cape. Sail on Girl. good luck too! looks kinda scary to me!
Josh from Ohio
Hi Jessica,
Awaiting your post. Actually we are all so anxious to hear from you, even a slight delay in your post leaves us worried.
Take care kid and one extra wave to your parents from me!!
Regards,
Subir.
Ahoy Shellback,
your progress is great! I like the picture, nice moment with the sea "becalmed" and the albatross. Hope you were able to catch up on some sleep.
I was suprised yesterday to read the news about your parents being close when you round The Cape. It will make this important milestone even more memorable. Can't wait to read your update about it.
Hope the shore team will often update the tracker in these days, so the fans - including me - can see the "next episodes" they are waiting for.
Safe sailing!
Take care,
Péter from Szeged, Hungary
Hi Jesse, (Beverly here from Tassie) Well, you seem to be not going too far too fast right now. Guess it's a good time to rest up, pull maintenance and cook some warm, filling meals. I finally finished reading all 674 comments, good gried, my eyes need taken out and rinsed off. I have a few comments to the blog family if you don't mind before I start reading the 274 comments already on todays blog.
Michael(74, soon to be 75 on Mon):
6 Jan, 11:29pm. In your comments to Mary,Maine,USA you mentioned your verification word to Cdr Donde as "flymast", mine tonight was "hyper". Pretty special ones aren't they? And your last comment that you "laughed yourself simple" I thought I would wet my pants I laughed so hard. That is one I have never heard, obviously, but I love it. I may have to plagerize it and use it (if I can remember it at my age, LOL). It made me laugh at you laughing at her. You are so funny, and you are such a rock. You are always there with uplifting comments for Jesse and for the blog family. Thank you!
Sally, Melbourne, 7 Jan, 12:08am. Todays artwork is exceptionally exceptional. I love it - you are so good! Your comments are so true too, Jesse sure is a very special girl, isn't she?
New blogger from Austra, Ulli - Welsome and thank you for you websiite. I'll take a look at it as I lived in Germany for 17 years and hit Austria many, many times and all countries around. Loved it and still miss it very much.
Mary,Maine, 7 Jan, 9:12am. I'll do harmony, dee dum dee (in my sing-songey voice). You are so funny. Love you tho'. Cheers. Beverly. You are another one of Jessica's rocks, you are always there with beautiful comments for her. Oh, you might try www.timeanddate.com/worldclock/ I have that as a shortcut on my desktop as most of my sisters are in Illinois and my daughter is in El Paso, and another sis in NM.
Brumbyy, 7 Jan, 9:44am. Another awesome Jessica poem. They are all so good, I hope her Mom or someone is printing them out for a scrapbook or something for her.
Well Jesse, I'll get started reading the 274 comments for today. Remember God is right beside you, take heart and confide in Him and His Legions of Angels are all around you and EPL guiding you safely to the Horn and protecting you from anything afoul.
{{{HUGS}}} Beverly & Andrew Penney, Bridgewater, Tassie
Hey Jess, about those two buoys laying around on your foredeck? Quick chuck 'em down below before your mum sees 'em :-))
I can't tell you how excited I am for you.....ENJOY!! Love, Sam XX
It will be a proud moment for your mum and dad, for you and for your blog family when you do round that Horn!!!
Go Jess!
Jill (Newcastle)
PS Your albatross friends are lovely! Thanks for the pics!
Hi Jess,
Can't wait to read your blog after rounding Cape Horn. It has been awesome being a part of this with you! I know your Mom and Dad are very proud and cannot wait to see you and EPL go scooting by! Take lots of pictures of the shoreline for all of us to see! Be safe and STAY WARM!
Jeff Lang
Dallas, TX USA
Hello,if you are rounding the cape, I strongly suggest, that your parents get alongside with your boat, and pass you a big box of ice cream and all the other goodies you desire. Hope that´s a good idea, and all the best from Austria
Take more pictures, you will appreciate them in 50 years to show them to your grandchildren!!
Take care,Ulli from Austria
Jesse
When You let us know the good news of you passing the Horn I will toast you with a wee dram of Quince Brandy
Cheers
Evie from Bendigo
01-09-10 @ 07:50
Hi Jessica,
You’re really doing fantastic in the conditions that you have. Everything happens for a reason, so do the best you can with what you’ve got, and stay cool. You’ll come out of it, and then you’ll have a BIG smile on your face. Yes!!! Plus the fact that you’ll be able to see your parents.
I think it is amazing that your parents will be able to see you at the cape. Isn’t technology fantastic??
People your age (+/-) are in a great period of time. There is so much open to them, if they want to take advantage of it.
If more people could pick up on the drive and dedication that you have, they could accomplish there dreams. Not everybody has to sail a boat to be successful, but it’s the ambition, desire, the drive behind it that motivates people to do better for themselves. That’s the message I see in there. Nobody’s going to hand anyone anything. Look how hard you, Abby and Laura have worked to get to this point.
Oh boy, Sorry, I better quit, but you know what I mean Jessica. God Bless You
For Samurai: Yes, I liked it very much…Mr. Ross said “You can do it Jessica…”
SaltyDog: I’m a Jessaholic also, and I’ve got Jess Stress on top of that.!!!!
Jessica: a special request:
I had sent this letter in before but it must have got lost.
I hope this doesn’t sound to selfish or self-centered.
My birthday is the 11th of this month and I would appreciate it (should you get a chance)if you would send me a Happy Birthday note/card (hezakiah299@yahoo.com) and bake me a chocolate cake. If you should put all the candles (75) on the cake please do not light them since that may be a bit of a fire hazard. LOL…….. I’m sure the furry scallywags will help you devour it. It’s a bit of a milestone for me (¾ of a century) only got 25 more to go. I would add this to all the other framed pictures and documents I have of you.
I want to thank you (and all my fellow bloggers) for all the entertainment and happiness you all have brought me over the last three (3) months.
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.
Thanking you in advance, whatever it may be, I am/will remain your faithful fan, friend, follower and admirer.
Adopted Great Grandpa Michael (75) from Kingwood, WV (USA)
HAWKEYE
Hi Jesse - well Everest is near and it is a wonderful thing for you that Mum and Dad will be close by when you achieve this remarkable goal. Although becalmed - you know the old saying: 'calm before the storm' so just keep the mind on the job and it will come toegther nicely for you out there.
I am so proud of you and this milestone is as equally exciting for your devotees believe me! As I said in my last blog this is an exciting time for me and I intend to celebrate your achievement. Continue to work hard and work closely with your land crew and this will keep you confident and safe.
Remember the goal is Sydney and you will do it by keeping the mind on the small steps and experience them accumulating slowly but surely all the way back to home base.
'til next time precious one stay in the moment, rest up, remember safety first at all times. Take care, be happy and god bless you darl.
HAWKEYE
Awesome News Jesse! I look forward to hearing from you from the other side of the cape.
Simba
You know it's funny reading about your adventure up dates and knowing about everything you do before the media publish your blog messages like they have first hand news....soooo get with it journos'like HA its old news now. And don't make anything up either or Alby and the Tross family will come and s..t I mean sit on your heads. You are not safe, you know they can fly long distances. But hey great to see you are following our girls progress with interest.
Man....what a buzz having your Mum and Dad sort of along for the ride.
You take care little miss.
Cheers
Tony (Brisbane)
Dear Tony L (Mt Martha VIC)
January 9, 2010 11:26 AM
Just a little bit nauti. :-))
Nice inerpretation from you but well...if you only knew what the other two were talking about...in Chilean. You see, I understand Spanish and have a very good idea of what they were up to. Actually they were planning a surprise for Jessica and whispering very quietly so she wouldn't hear 'cause they know sound travels very well across the surface of a very calm ocean. :-))
Nudge, nudge, wink, wink...say no more...Sam
Hiya Jesse,
Are we there yet?
Hey Jesse,
I suppose your getting pretty close to the horn now. Hope the wind stays on your side, it might change a bit while your rounding, but you know that.
My kids hooked me up with an Google account, sometimes it comes out as Angus Bris, and sometimes not. Just too much technology.
Too-: The Sunshine Coaster Family, Brilliant, you really sumed things up well.
Samurai, Well making out, my eyes aren't that good there days, and its been that long I can hardly remember , I might google it to see what I've forgotten.
"Just got punched"
Jess,Its nice your oldies are coming to see your doing OK and see you rounding the Horn.
If the truth be known there checking up on you, you know what parents are like.
Looking forward to your post that your round and passed the Falklands and heading for some warmer weather.So long for now.
Fair winds and following seas.
Angus.
Hiya Jesse,
Are ya sure we aren't there yet?
I have read about the fleming self steering system, sounds very good. I have read all of your sponsors pages again, must go order some Ella Bache product ...waiting with excitement and anticipation, drinking heaps of coffee and I have enough caffine in my system that I could probably go build a block of flats.
I cannot imagine how your family and shore crew are feeling at the minute...Wow. I am super excited to see you round Cape Horn and tick it off as done and dusted. Nigh Night Jesse. Have fun. Say hi to Mum and Dad for me. Cheers.
You are doing fantastically Jess - good on ya! So coooooooool your Mum and Dad are going to be nearby as you round the cape! How proud they must be!
Do hope and pray mother nature is kind to you and EPL as you achieve this magnificent milestone. I too have the champagne ready to toast the occasion!
Go girl go - you are just brilliant!
Blessings
One of your many Brissie fans!
"For no ripples curl, alas!
Along that wilderness of glass,
No swellings tell that winds may be
Upon some far-off happier sea,
No heavings hint that winds have been
On seas less hideously serene."
- Edgar Allen Poe
The City in the Sea
Minus 20 F in the Northern Great Plains winter wilderness (US). Sail on!
stay warm! keep changing clothes to keep warm, and drink lots of liquids as well to keep you warm! brrr! sounds chilly though!
:)
Tim B. SF CA USA
Hi Jess,
I've been following your progress all the way and you are an inspiration. Go girl....'dance across the water, dance across the sea, dance into our hearts girl, help to set us free, Jessie dance,dance dance!
Grant
Queensland
Hi Jesse,
To The Cape, To The Cape
With Albatross for mate
To The Cape, To The Cape
Where Mum and Dad await
To The Cape, To The Cape
Where critics too few rate
To The Cape, To The Cape
For History and Fate
Bless you Jesse
Peter Bush
Hyden, WA
P.S. Thank you hezakiah and anonymous
01-08-10 @ 17:32
Hi Jessica,
Just wanted to say Hi, and let you know I’m still behind you. Waiting to read about that run across the Cape and your Mum and Dad flying over.
Pretty boring up here (WV) we’re just getting snow upon snow upon ……… But it is a dry powdery type and brushes off the car real easy and shoveling it isn’t to bad. Whoopee!!! (I’m just trying to work up some excitement for myself).
Fellow bloggers:
Somebody sent in this link and it is pretty good, if you want to listen to the wind, and the sails snapping and the water splashing, this is a good video. You’ll definitely go for a ride…….
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JxLSk70tQ8g&feature=related
Keep the faith Jessica, and take care of yourself and the furry scallywags. LOL…..
Loads of love and hugs, your faithful fan and follower.
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
Jesse
We surely enjoy reading your blogs, pictures, videos here at the office. One almost feels we're taking the trip with you, it will be such a great inner feeling when you first sight land of the Cape. Was this a surprise of your parents or pre planned, anyway what a welcomed sight they will be to you and them seeing you. The whole world is very proud of you.
Sam, Jessy, Jessie and Felycia
Enterprise, Oregon USA
Jessica,
Attitude’s post ( Jan.9 12:05 pm) of a Calvin Coolidge quote is very good. A friend of mine who had coached numerous athletic teams once told me that coaches recruit players based on measurable things like size, strength, speed, age, years of experience, etc. But he said that what many coaches often overlook might just be the most important trait. And that’s how much heart and passion one has. Well, Jess, you have the heart and passion of a champion. And that’s why those who said that you’re not big enough, strong enough, old enough or experienced enough for this circumnavigation should never be in a position that requires assessing individual’s capabilities.
Press on to the Cape and give your Mum and Dad the biggest “Welcome” of their life.
Have fun, stay safe and happy sailing.
From Seattle, WA, USA
SaltyDog
Hi Jessica,,,,,with all your waving buddies u can get all the garbage and chuck it overboard in floatin bags so Mum and Dad can take care of it....more room for more garbage....and thats unassissted garbage removal...ie u toss it an someone picks it up,,,that is ok...but check first b4 doing it....to make sure its a legal move...
Hi Jesse,
Hope you're close enough to make eye contact with your parents! But I have no idea of land and sea and reefs rocks and dangerous water. Anyway hope you can.
Bye for now, your doing great!
Good Morning Jessica,
We're waiting for word that you've slipped quietly round the Horn in easy seas, and you're visiting with Mum & Dad, recounting your experience of sailing one of the most challenging areas in the world!!!
You go, girl!!
Brian
(aka kiwi_canuck)
Vancouver, Canada
Hi Jesse,
A Limerick
There once was a sailor named Jess,
Who bounced off the Yang I confess,
She sent all her knockers,
To Davy Jones lockers,
As she showed them her yachting finesse!
Go Jesse!
Richard W
Hi Jesse,
thanks for your updates. How exciting that your Mum and Dad will be there watching you round the Cape. I can't believe you are so close to that already.
Well this is just a quick post from me too Jesse to send you my warmest wishes and also to wish you Good Winds and Safe Sailing.
jo
Keep it up!
-Dimitri, USA
Morning Jess!
It's grouse (Fantastic) your mum and dad are going to be with you around the Cape!
I gather they'll be flying over you at some point!
The photo of mine here is when we took a chopper ride over Darwin and around the bay! I just took it with a disposable camera so it's probably not that good!
It's of the local Hova Craft taking passengers for a cruse near Darwin wharf about 6 years ago!
ABOUT THAT HEATER!
Who needs it anyway?
So, you might need to stay rugged up when you could have other wise taken a load off your back and relaxed a bit!
You just gotta watch that your hands have got a good grip on things!
Hope it's a bit warmer out there Jess!
We're in the high 30's and mid 40's next week, so you can have as much as that as you want!
You should strap the heater somewhere safe where you often walk past it, then kick it every time you're feeling cold or just feel like kicking it! lol
Hope that was of no assistance! lol
Have a great day Jessica and thanks for inspiring me to work harder?
I'm a better morning person too and even the Mut see's the changes in me!
Your not just sailing around the world Jesse! Your already a winner to all good people I reckon!
Have a great day Jess!
Billy!
To Sally from Melbourne, by the Bay! (Glad I'm not in Cape Horn) lol
Your work is amazing and priceless! You did the last one so quick!
Cheers!
Good luck rounding the cape! Fantastic that it's so quiet. You need a cutout big hand so your mum and dad can see you waving! Wow - what a milestone about to happen.
Tarnee J Nth Curl Curl
Hey Jess,
Next time you're in big sea can you send us a few seconds of video? Most land-lubbers have no idea what 4 meter waves look like when you're in them. Porthole view is fine if you don't want to ruin the camera.
Like millions of others I wait with delicious anticipation for each of your well-written blogs. Thanks for taking us along for the ride.
Sincerely,
Don in snowy New Jersey
Hi,Jessica,
I am, as all way's a day behind here in the northeast,USA.,but I still must write a note daily.
Your ''world adoptive'' family has continued to be so interesting with their LOVE and SUPPORT,especially the regulars,WE SHOULD GET TOGETHER AND ALL MEET IN SYDNEY FOR YOUR ARRIVAL,''IF only I could charter a plane and name it the 'Jessica Express',WHAT YOU SAY ALL MY WORLD CREW....!!!!!!
By the way,Bruce W. from Vic.
sounds like the ''family'' has given you some idea's,may I add mine.I am linking up with the ''ABC''Australia site here in the US,along with the Google sites too.
The site allows you to link to Jessica's site,by typing in her full name in the search sight.
Back to you young lady,I hope they[media] do a piece on your rounding,I am sure your parents will take some pics. from the air.
Hope calmness down time gives some will deserved rest and time to check the ''gear''.
Thanks ''Kath'',Queensland,I MEANT EVERY WORD.I followed last year's Victoria bush fires and the LOSS of ''Sam the Koala'' so I just wanted to share my best wishes to all my Aussie family down under,once an Aussie,all way's one ,even from afar.
Jessica,[showing my age],I was thinking of out their in the ocean surrounded by your ''feathered escort''about a song and some of the lyrics that seem so right for this time,here's some...''Wind is right,you can sail away to find serenity...Sailing takes me away to where I heard it to be....''Will let you guess along with the ''world family'',first prize a ''Fed X'' snow ball from me!!!!
Anyway,a bit long winded once again,but I am so proud to be part of this great inspirational family of yours.
Stay warm,be safe,hugs to your ''crew''as all way's.
Look forward to your next update,how about a video while your in calmer waters,you have spoiled us all.
REMEMBER WE LOVE AND SUPPORT YOU ALL THE WAY TO THE ''FINISH LINE''.
God speed lady,and may the sea Gods keep you safe.
Stephen M.,
Transplanted ''Aussie'',
Maryland,USA,[cold,sunny]
Good morning Jrsse
Ah Sunday a day of relaxation for some but not for you as you get closer to your latest goal...so glad you will have visual support as you turn the corner so to speak...well I am off today to a surf carnival to catch up with old mates and to a swim in a race...what a joke..I am not fit like you!!! Keep on going you have done so well up until now just amazing
Stay clipped
sea ya Dusty from Dubbo via Lennox Head NSW
PS Sorry to tell you this but I had the best Mango ever yesterday..is your mouth watering??
Hi Jesse!
Your last update sounds very good to me.
Seems that you are in a good mood.
Also the weather seems to be much better now. (Your great photo)
So you could get a bit more sleep for the next days - the big
adventure of course.
Must be a special moment for you, your parents stand at the
Cap while you sail around. I'm sure, they will be proud of you!
The nearer you get to the cap, the more and more it thrills me!
I think, I'm nervous too...
Please stay safe!
I think of you
Randy / Hamburg, Germany
Hey Jessica,
I hope you're enjoying the peace and quiet, compared to land at least, I'm pulling for you! Hopefully you will be able to keep your New Years Resolution better than me although mine doesn't involve any awesome adventures or the ocean. Anyhow good luck!
Paige
Wishing fair weather around Cape Horn to someone who is definitely not a fair-weather sailor.
bilges,batteries & pumps.all good?rock on,regards thomas
Those conditions really are the last one would expect from Cape Horn whose reputation for fierce gales and lashing seas make it a terrifying place. No doubt you'll witness the other side of its nature. I wonder how Dilip is progressing.
The albatrosses seem to relish your company. It's lovely to hear that Mum and Dad will be around soon.
To samurai: I can't figure out your wretched puzzle about the man, his TV, his lights, his noise, his window, and dropping dead. Please put me out of my misery. [lipke1@bigpond.com if you don't want to go public].
Ian from Brisbane
Is it correct that your parents won't be allowed any contact with you or your the sailboat? They can't pass you a candy bar, remove garbage or bring a new heater, etc? Isn't this correct?
Happy sailing. I check your progress every day.
Stay warm.
Stay dry.
Jim
Wisconsin
USA
Good luck rounding Cape Horn, Jess!
You'll be fine and do us all proud.
Keep up the amazing work.
Alex, xxxxxxx
I'm lucky to be able to catch up just as you are approaching the Cape. Congratulations. And how wonderful to have Mum and Dad so close at hand. They are justifiably proud; I somehow think everyone who has been following your progress feels proud of your achievements to date. Go well - continue.
I was originally very critical of such a young person setting out on such a perilous journey. You have proven me wrong and I am keenly following your journey. You are an inspiration to both young and old ... well done!! ......Grumpy old father figure :)
Wishing you safety and speed as you round the cape Jesse, We are proud of you!!!!
Great Photo...thanks...
Good Luck with rounding the CAPE..
Say hi to your parents for us...
GO JESSE GO
Joe Springfield VA USA
Hi Jessica
My 6 year old has just joined the local Sea Scouts. He was really scared when taken sailing around the local lake with some of the other kids. When he saw you on the news recently, he said you "must be the bravest lady in the world". I told him that he wasn't far off :)
Take care and best wishes - we're all thinking of you.
Tim - Canberra
Weather today 1C wind west. This is typical of this area. We get a wind called a Chinook. This wind is from the west coast and it can change the temperature 50 degrees overnight. I think you will get some very changeable weather down there around the Cape too, but temperatures should not be too bad at this time of year being their summertime. You are getting lots of advice and I know you cannot actually meet with anyone otherwise your voyage would be null and void but a wave and a wiggle of the wings from the jet should be very comforting. I hope the passage through the Cape is not too bumpy for you.
The blog picture is of a snowy owl. Best wishes as always...Russ, Calgary.
Hi Jess - how very exciting for you. I have tears in my eyes writing this message, am so very proud of you. What a great accomplishment and you must be so excited. So glad that your parents will be able to "share" the moment with you as you round the Cape (as much as they can). So glad that you are doing so well. Take care and sail safe.
Jodie - Perth
Hey there Jess, are we there yet?
Thinking of you with lots of pride and admiration and a little envy.
My name is Samurai and I am a Jessaholic. My last fix was "posted by Jessica Watson at 8:11 PM on Jan 8, 2010" :-))
Dear Angus and Tony and anyone else who is worried about my reference to the term making out, check out Sally's artwork. It's the last comment (#323)in the Closing in on the Cape episode.
Thanks Sally, you read my mind perfectly. Cheers...Sam
Hello Amazedbyou, are we there yet?
When you've build your block of flats let us know so all of us who want to make the trip, from near and far, for Jess' homecoming have somewhere to stay. :-))
Hahaha, not hard to tell it's my day off today and have time to sit here and respond at will. :-))
As Arnie says, "I'll be back".
Ulli from Austria-nice thought about the icecream but a no-no under the rules...Jesse has to be unassisted which includes food, she has to manage on what she has.
Thanks to all Jessica's followers who gave me advice on opening the google map. Eventually I managed to open it, but not before I deleted Google Earth. Must have been some conflict between the 2.
Meanwhile to Jess, sail on!
To: Ian from Brisbane
January 10, 2010 7:33 AM
You said..."To samurai: I can't figure out your wretched puzzle about the man, his TV, his lights, his noise, his window, and dropping dead. Please put me out of my misery. [lipke1@bigpond.com if you don't want to go public]."
The man is (was) a lighthouse keeper. Go figure :-)) Thanks for playing. My word verification is "huntess" and I am hunting for a new riddle...watch this space.
Thanks Hezakiah299 Michael, soon to be (75), for your latest link. Exhilirating stuff!
Cheers...Sam
Hey Jess,
Nothing to do now but be patient… (Or read blog posts!)
Dang blasted wind (or lack thereof!) (Yo Bob, help us out here.)
I know there’s enough hot air from all the blog posters to create a good stiff breeze! I’m just kidding folks! Really! I wouldn’t be able to hack the wait without you all. Heck, you guys/gals are half the fun. We’ll at least a quarter ;-)
Jess… Throw in the drogue and let the current pull ya around! LOL
Be safe,
Mike D
Landlocked in Philadelphia, Pa, USA
Go Eagles!
Fingers crossed
Legs crossed
Balls in a knot -bowline
Good luck
Hi Jess,
Cape Horn not far away now and then its all down hill to Sydney.
Sail on Jess there is no doubt that your New Years resolution will come true.
Best wishes.
Michael in Melbourne
Someone posted this earlier.........
" kalahari1955@yahoo.com said...
Hello,if you are rounding the cape, I strongly suggest, that your parents get alongside with your boat, and pass you a big box of ice cream and all the other goodies you desire. Hope that´s a good idea, and all the best from Austria"
This is an unassisted voyage which means NOTHING can be passed to Jess, dropped on her deck by plane or by any other means.
She can only use and have, what was originally on board with her when she left.
Someone else asked as well.
So sadly no icecream or chocolate drops, as much as I'm sure Jess would like it.
And as my kids used to say.............
are we there yet?
are we there yet?
are we there yet?
I hope the winds have picked up a little for you Jess. I know you are probably very busy, so I always make sure I check for updates on your official site as well as on here.
You are doing so very well!
Safe travels and smooth sailing.
Lily in Hervey Bay, Queensland.
Congratulations on your journney so far and i hope things go well for you when crossing THE cape!
Say hi to the albatrosses for me!
Take care
HB
Many bloggers have had comments about how Jesse will see her parents. Lots of people talk about her flying over EPL. (Probably because Jesse said they were flying over to see her) She probably meant flying to Chile, not necessarily flying over her as she rounded the cape. Others seem to talk about her standing on the rocks of the Cape waving. Others have mentioned the possibility of them meeting her in a boat. Actually, at this point she has not said how it will happen, but maybe she will in her next blog. For those of you who have not watched the DVD "Lionheart, the Jesse Martin Story", Chapter 13 is about his parents coming to see him. Jesse sailed within about 1 mile from land (not sure if the Cape, or around the corner near Falklands, etc., but land is clear.) The water is calm, and there are a couple of boats to meet him. A large motor yacht and a small motorized rubber dinghy, with his mom screaming and yelling with joy. They get within about 30-50 yards(however many meters!) He later said he expected it to last all day, but it lasted 40 minutes. As far as if you can pass anything, they did not pass him anything but he threw something enclosed in a plastic case to them. So I would think Jessica would be allowed to throw her garbage if Jesse Martin holds the current record having thrown something to his parents!! Anyway, it is exciting Jess, and I know you cannot wait to see your parents! We cannot wait to hear the details!! God bless and have a smooth rounding.
Dwight in NC, USA
EVERYONE IN AUSTRALIA WISHES YOU WELL AND A CONTINUED SAFE JOURNEY!
KEEP GOING JESS!
OZ FAN
Another Jessica Poem
Feathered Angels
It settles down to glassy sea
Waves to wavelets, only ripples be
The storm has passed, the winds blown by
Above a blue, cold glistening sky
Welcome is this placid time
Refreshing thoughts, allowing mast to climb
Neptune’s Angels, glide around
From every angle, pink yacht they surround
Feathered friends, large wings across
Soaring high, report to boss
This lass is fine, King Neptune Sir
The world is watching, that Pink Lady & her
Well done my girls, stay near and close
For she has caused, so many to post
Drift the breeze, ride when wild
Keep an eye, on Neptune’s child
Brumbyy
Hiya all,
The power of the pen.
Head lice are parasitic insects that live in the hair and scalp of humans. They need human blood to survive.
Betcha your head is itchy now
Did you scratch it?? te he he he.
Thanks blog family for all of your inspirational comments. They have nothing to do with headlice, thank goodness, they are all full of love and care for Jesse and very uplifting.
I wonder if it is considered eavesdropping if your read other people's posts......Cheers.
To the incredible Blog family
To those that like my Poems, thankyou.
I am not beng rude for not replying to the odd accolade, I am just letting them be, as this is a site for Jessica and my poetry is for her and of course, all that like it, and it is not necessary to do me proud.
She is magnificent material, and as both a sailor and a weather man for a trans ocean yacht deliverer, I understand who, what and what she is achieving.
All your posts from across the world, is nothing short of mind blowing and I read everyone of them.
Jessica, our girl, and yes she has become our global girl, has taught us all a lesson we needed reminding of; Life is about those that wish to grab it and it comes at a cost.
This blog is balancing that cost and whether Jessica succeeds is to me, of no consequence, for to me, she already has.
Brumbyy
To Jeff and Richard in Maryland - great work!
Beautiful day here on the Sunshine Coast Jesse, sunny, about 29 degrees and a bit less humidity than we have been experiencing. I'm sure there are plenty of sailing boats on Mooloolaba harbour today with their crews marvelling at your ability and courage.
I hope you and your trusty crew are warm and dry.
Bluefin, Buderim, Queensland.
Good luck from New Zealand!!!
Hi Jessica
Please relay this to Samurai:
Sam. Touch̩ Рa great response to the story about the conversation between the Albatrosses (January 9, 11.11pm). I liked it Рnearly fell off the seat when I read it. Sound does travel well across the water especially in calm conditions.
I also like your paragraph about throwing the buoys overboard ( January 9, 9.44pm)– you’re starting to sound like Jess’s Aunty Sam. Surely she could stuff them into the back hatch under the cockpit and use them as movable ballast. You know the sort - ballast that goes from side to side depending on which tack she is sailing.
I wonder what she’s up to now. Probably clearing the decks after her last party so everything looks in its proper place when her parents fly over. I remember back in my catamaran sailing days two 20year olds who decided to paint their boat in the living room while their parents were away overseas. They were half way through when they received an unexpected phone call from their parents saying they would be home the next day. I believe they let out a few unmentionables, probably in numerous non-English languages, and then panic set in.
Jessica, I hope all is going well!
Tony L (Mt Martha VIC)
OH... My left kidney for an update!
i'm wondering where your mom and dad watch from....will they actually be able to see you? your posts are one of the highlights of my day...really appreciate you sharing the journey with us all...pretty exciting stuff, rounding the horn...whaaahooooo
!!!!!!!!!!
01-09-10 @ 11:03
Hi Jessica,
Everything still in tip-top condition, I hope.
Have you instructed the crew about being in dress uniform, and lined up at the rail when the VIP’s fly over. A one time hand salute will be sufficient, we don’t want their little arms, paws or wings to get tired. (and no talking in ranks). I’m sure the crew will do a fine job, so maybe a little reward should be considered?
I’m looking forward to your parents getting to see their little angel in her finest hour. Many people see their little ones at special events, and feel so proud of them? Not many will ever see an emotional, monumental moment like this. I hope you both will get many pictures, to remember this time in History, and so we can see to. LOL…..
Everyone is on the edge of their seats waiting for this to happen, it’s amazing that the boat doesn’t sink with all the people who are there in spirit.
For WorkerBev: Talk about a Rock. You have to give yourself credit for the fine job you’re doing. I enjoy reading your posts immensely, I enjoy the credit and praise that you pass out to everyone, and you definitely keep us laughing. So plagiarize away, and keep up the good work. How’s Pudi doing???
For Samurai:
Hey Baby, wanna hear me ROOOOAAAAAARRRRRR, but according to the horoscope, if I’m a tiger I should avoid monkeys, you’re a monkey so I should avoid you, but then you said horoscopes don’t count, so I’m not a tiger and you’re not a monkey, and my head is spinning around and around and …………Lol ?!?!?!?!?!?!
Nudge, nudge, wink, wink...say no more, say no more...
Jessica, keep up the good work and be safe and cautious, you’re doing a fine job. We are all very proud of you.
Loads of love and hugs, your faithful fan and follower.
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
Hi Jessica!
You are the Queen of sailing :)
Good luck at the Cape Horn!
All the best wishes from Sweden.
Mikael
Hi Jessica,
So close now, its like you're on "final approach".
Let us know when you round the Horn, and I will have a rum drink for you, as you are too young to celebrate with one yourself......
(Rum, the currency of sailors)
Dave, Ulladulla.
Jesse, an English friend of our's husband is currently flying sorties out of the Falklands for the Royal Air Force in a Typhoon jet fighter. They are resticted to airspace 100miles around the Falklands. Will you be sailing that close? If so would you like them to do a fly by? No guarantees but if yes they would like your lat and long and radio frequency so they can talk to you, when you get closer. please let me know what you think. Love your blog!
David Verity (Sydney)
01-10-10 @ 00:22
Hi Jessica,
Hey there Sailor Girl, just thinking about you,(hah, when am I not thinking about you) and how close you’re getting now. It doesn’t seem so long ago that you were pulling out of Sydney, but it’s been said “Time flies when you’re having fun”. At that rate you must be having a ball. I’m really glad for you for that. (Yeah, sounds silly ‘for you for that‘)
I’ve noticed an increase in posters, lotsa new guys, and the older guys are helping to guide them along, it’s really neat, and done so very diplomatically. Mary, Maine comes to mind, nicely done Mary. I use the word older only in the sense of being on this blog, no reference to age, Peace Mary…..LOL….
I also noticed numerous people say when they start something they don’t want to, they think of you, berate themselves a little bit, and then do it. It’s interesting to see these things knowing the effect that you have on people
Samurai:
That might be the symbol for the tiger, but it looks like a ‘roo???
See how it’s resting on it’s tail and the big feet.
There’s a pouch and the little paws. Come on’ a little imagination here. Lol…..Still a fine job.
I’m glad you said that horoscopes don’t count. Had me worried!!!!!
Was looking at P/W and it looks to me like smooth sailing for a while. I just wish it would last all the way back to Sydney. But I know you wouldn’t like that, the wild child needs a little roller coastering, (hah, spell-check busted me on that one). OK, just a little. LOL….
Like I have mentioned to you before, I am not your weatherman nor your navigator, nor would I ever presume to be, for I would surely land you in “Lower Slobovia”, where ever that is. See.!! LOL…..
Bob is an excellent meteorologist and comes highly recommended, so I would not attempt to compete with him. (What a farce that would be). I hope I never tried to give you that impression.
I don’t imagine you listen to anyone other than your Shore Crew anyway and rightly so, stick with the team the rest of us are all in armchairs.
Jessica, I feel better. Yes!!!!
Keep up the good work, I’m very proud of you.
Loads of love and hugs, your faithful fan and follower.
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
ALERT:
This years international meeting of "Jessaholics Anonymous" will be held at Cape Horn, Chile on Tuesday (I think.) If you can't attend in person, please make your contribution to the meeting online.
From Seattle, WA, USA
SaltyDog
Good luck rounding the horn! Though sure you won't need it. Fair winds Jessica.
Hi Jesse!
Eagerly anticipating the next blog entry to find how much closer you are. There are some very clever people here - calculating daily distance travelled - I'm amazed but not as much as I am with your whole approach to this adventure.
I have escaped for a little while to check if a new entry is posted and will check again later. My twins (boy/girl) turn 19 today so a family dinner planned for tonight. Better go and see if I can get a cake or two in the oven. In the meantime keep enjoying this wonderful milestone you will shortly conquer as the whole world celebrates with you.
Blessings dear Jesse
Hi Jess, hang in there and keep enjoying, it will be marvellous to see the rocky cliffs of the cape ... especially before the long run across the Atlantic and Indian Oceans ... may the force be with you ... John Starlight, Sunshine Coast
Hi Jessica
This is for Jim of Wisconsin, Yes you are on the right track. They can't do any of those things, all they can do is wave and say there hellos, it will be hard for them I'm sure and for jessica as well.
Cheers George
I greatly admire your sense of adventure. I'm old enough to be your grandpa but i'm been following your progress closely. Keep up the good work and be safe.
Happy for you Jess and Dilip, wow almost at Cape Horn how wonderful for you both, go well and keep warm fond regards Lesley Townsville Australia
Heya Jess!
Just got home from the Beach!
Checked out your site again and still nothing!
I then checked out the voyage map!
Hope you don't smash into Argentina! lol
Hope you turn Right soon! lol
You know what to do!
Go Jess!
Billy
FROM THE OCEAN TO THE SKIES,
THROUGH THE EYE OF THE TIGER!
Go Jess!
Billy!
Hi Jessie,
It's good to see you are making progress each day towards your final goal.
I have been catching up on your posts as I have been away for a week visiting my parents in Newcastle (NSW). The weather in Newcastle was mainly overcast while there but it has been hot back in Canberra (37deg C) today.
I had a day trip up to Nelsons Bay in which the coastal areas were good to look at...aqua coloured water close to the shore which looked quite a picture. Maybe you could use your yacht later on to cruise various bays around Australia one day which would be relaxing I reckon.
Anyway keep safe and stay focused,
Pete (Canberra)
Hi Jesse,
Just arrived back from holiday with my husband Dave and two of our children Monique and Darren.
I was very keen to read your blog and hear how you are getting on. You are doing fantastically.
I was thinking of your chill factor as we were at Lake Taupo and there was a cold southerly wind. Maybe the cold wind was from Cape Horn!
Take care, keep warm and I'm so exicted that your Mum and Dad are going to be watching you as you round Cape Horn. You have such lovely, supportive, loving parents.
Warmest regards Jan (Auckland, New Zealand)
Hi Jessica just anxiously waiting for your next post. Just think Jessica you will be the first female teenager "ever" to have rounded the "Cape" as a solo sailor. That is an achievement on its own. You are doing so well Jessica and what a great team you have back in Queensland. What great parents you have to support you as they do and to give you the choice to make the decision to do this voyage. They must have been so confident in your abilities to handle all that the seas can throw up. You are showing such fortitude and proving how good a sailor you are. Hope the seas are not too rough for the rest of the journey and that you manage to rest.
You are half-way Jessica. Next stop Australia.
Just remember Jessica that as you round the "Cape" your mum and dad are only a cooee away from you....God speed
sending lots of love and hugs
Ann of Morwell
Well, fine lady, you're about to create history. Technology has helped you - but that's no replacement for your sheer guts, temerity and determination.
As far as I see it from the news reports and all the chat in the street - 'All of Australia and the rest of the world salutes you Jessica!'
I sent you an inspiration before - called 'Press On'
I'll send it again when you've cleared Cabo de Hornos (however they spell it)
So glad to hear that Mum and Dad will be close and wave to you, to give you love and so much more strength. After that you're on the HOME STRAIGHT! One million or probably many more of us will be sailing to 'See you at the Heads' - Imagine your welcome... - Take care, Alan and Lena, Gold Coast, Oz
01-10-10 @ 05:44
Hi Jessica,
Just some fillers:
For Stunt Trader: the picture of the cat and the pony is ‘priceless’
Hey Samurai,
Whatcha gonna do for 10,000?????
Twilight falls
Day breaks Yes???
For SaltyDog: I meant to comment on that one post, but it slipped by me. Yes, we have to keep them young whippersnappers in line. I think what we have to do is organize Jessica’s furry Scallywags, of course with her permission. LOL…..
You guys keep up the good work, this is really great, gives Jessica something to laugh about……I hope!!!
Michael (74) from Kingwood, WV
Hi Jess, This is my first blog posting and I have been following your journey with great interest. Sitting here in Cairns (Far North Queensland Aust. for those internationals that may not know) with tropical humidity and about 29o is a direct opposite to what you are experiencing. The marvels of modern technology that we can all be so close to you and yet so far all at the same time. My main motivation in posting this message is to own up and confess. You see, I was one of those who, during those last few weeks before your departure, believed you shouldn’t be making the trip. Yes, I based my opinion on the media reports and the so called experts but you young lady have made this 50yo eat humble pie and dare I say many thousands of others. Although you still have far to travel your achievements so far leave me in no doubt you WILL do this. Like I said I sit here gladly eating humble pie. What is also so astounding is the following you have from around the world. When some choose to attempt to tear the world apart here is a young Aussie girl, almost single handedly, bringing together people from many nation’s. You are not only and inspiration to all generations but to all nationalities as well. When there is so much tragedy in the news each day you bring hope and inspiration to so many. You will set two records I believe; one of course being the youngest to do this but the other, less obvious right now, will be the youngest person to galvanize the world’s interest from an inspirational sense, we see it already in those posting message to you. I’m not sure what the limit is to posting blog messages but I suspect you may “crash the Server” before trips end but I assume your well organized support team have a contingency plan for this anyway. So take care, keep safe, and just keep doing what you’ve been doing, keeping us all enthralled with your wonderful journey and experiences. I am planning to be in Sydney to see you finish, and yes I will still have with me that “humble pie”. Cheers Jim B and family Cairns.
Hi Jess, what an amazing young lady you are and showing such spirit. Good luck as you round the cape. My thoughts and prayers will be with you.
So nice that your mum and dad will be there to see you round the cape.
Take care.
Sue
Brave Girl. This is my second comment to you, almost half gone really it is Sailing not math..have great next half..keep the stomack tight almost half gone
and probably the worst weather too.
Hey Todd.
Jess's parents won't be sailing out of Santiago Chile as thats a couple thousand mile north. Sailing down from the closest port to there they would miss Jessica by days if not weeks.
Rather interesting terrain on google earth looking at the area involved though.
Now this is all conjecture on my part but I think it's more likely they will fly down from Santiago, if that was their arrival airport in Chile to someplace like Ushuaia, then a charter boat south to the cape itself, or even a small aircraft to fly overhead EPL.
No matter how the connection happens I'm sure they got it all figured out.
Enjoy the day Jessica but no touchie sorry, you're on a solo remember. The day of family hugs will come again, Sydney for sure, you can antisipate that day.
ya parents ain't gonna let you go anywhere for a few days lol
Kevmeister from Perth
No post today... Captain Watson and all them scallywags of the fluffy crew must be cleaning the deck and tudying the cabin before the visit of Admiral Bankart, the Queen Mum and Lord Roger of Buderim.
Sure, sure, blogging fellows, they will not put a real foot on board and waste the unassisted status of Jesse, but nowadays with all the spycams, being so close they could well find out what has happened on EPL since she left Sydney.
They could manage to see.. all kinds of chocolate cakes' crumbs... Feathers... Empty Easy Food wrappings... A dead squid... A tiny piece of Toblerone...
All clear signs that there were wild parties organized on that yacht. Certainly with buoys, too. Some nights must have been so hot that the heater went out of order.
Some new naysayers might start argue: "We never believed a teenager could really want to go on sea for 8 months alone, that was a hoax! In fact it was a plot to open a floating nightclub and organising wild parties with a very loud music and undergroung singers, with all kinds of scallywags coming in, changing location fast enough to avoid the police controls". And: "Why do you think they painted the yacht bright pink? Is that a color for a boat?Obviously because it's a night club!"... And:
"By the way, where this Silly guy reported in the club one night, and who disappeared? There should be an inquiry".
So it's a very good thing for your dark business that the Ocean calmed down, Jessica. Big Ted, Chick and your other accomplices will do the crime scene cleaning, while you control the approach of the V.I.P.s. Take care, and hide all of the buoys! :-)
Less seriously, have fair winds and round that piece of land soon and smooth. We can't wait for that box to be ticked and to salute you as a hero. Maybe you are not the strongest one (Hercules, Rambo, etc) but you are for sure the most charming, witty and beloved.
@ The Sunshine Coaster Family... J-E-S-;;; beautifully done!
Hi Shore crew,
Thankyou for the update & yes we will be patient.
Hugs & kisses for Jesse,
For "Samurai", thankyou for your suggestions on an earlier blog re the flag. Much appreciated! It's coming along nicely so far & we are placing your blog name on it as well.
For "RichieParis", hope you managed to get the second email we sent.
Also *WHERE IS "AL YER PAL" - JESSICA'S JOKESTER*???
The McGraths, Nowra NSW
Thanks for the latest news update shore crew. Not long to go...
Gillian, France
Hi Jessica,
I'm becoming quite excited at the prospect of Pink Lady rounding the Horn.
In the unlikely event that there's a break in the weather and you're not dead tired, you may wish to have a look for the Magellanic Clouds, our companion satellite galaxies to the Milky Way.
There's no better place to see them.
Fair sailing, Christopher Woulfe
Hi Jesse, (Beverly here in Tassie).
I'm sooo excited that your Mom and Dad are on their way to see you round the Cape. I pray for clear weather so you can see each other.
I'm not sure how they are going to manage that, helicopter, boat, plane, swim? But I doubt that anything will hold them back.
I know there will be tears of joy on all sides, but please know that with the joy, after everyone is gone and you are back on your way sailing, you will be alone and you will feel it many times more than you did when you left Sydney. Please be aware of this and keep your eyes on your goal. I know it will be so tough, you will probably want to just chuck the entire journey in and go home with your Mom, but THIS IS YOUR LIFE. This is something you will never, ever do again, well maybe, LOL Your Mom will have just as much love and cuddles for when you get home, probably more, than she does now.
When you feel really down after the meeting, just ask God to give you the peace you need to get on with your daily activities. Keep yourself busy, busy, busy. That will help heaps.
Remember God is right there beside you to listen to whatever you want to talk about, and His Legions of Angels are surrounding you and EPL guiding you safely and surely towards and around the Cape and to your parents loving eyes. {{{HUGS}}} Beverly & Andrew Penney, Bridgewater, Tasmania workerbev@yahoo.com
Hi everyone!
It is a beautifil sunny day here in Turin.
Hopefully the weather is behaving well on the Horn for Jess and Cdr. Donde.
It will be great to have some news about Jessica and her parents!
Have a great sunday!
Marina
Hi Jessica,
Cruising with the Albatrosses sounds fantastic. Keep up your good spirits and enjoy sailing around the Horn. Hope you get to see it.
All the best,
Joybells
Dear Michael (soon to be 75), one more sleep!
Hence the "horrorscope" reference. You are very funny. I was taking a sip of fruit juice (mango actually) when I came across your comment and consequently sprayed juice all over my screen and keyboard. Yes, NIGHT falls and DAY breaks.
BTW, you should get together with Carol in Florida about your "crew in uniform" story because I think it would make for a very enchanting, illustrated childrens story book, just like her dolphin story.
Dear Tony L (Mt Martha, Vic)
No worries, mate. I speak Espanalbatross. No, don't throw the buoys overboard, chuck 'em down below. Remember the golden rule...don't throw anything overboard (or down the head) unless you've eaten it first. :-))
Dear Amazedbyou and Jonathan@Tooradin,
We should call our get-together in Sydney "Jessaholics Anonymous". :-))
I'm so glad we're alowed to chat amongst each other while waiting for an update. Take care all...Sam
Hi Jesse,
Wonderful news about your parents flying over to witness their Jessica making history - there won't be a dry eye around the world I'm sure.
Continue on with your great adventure, knowing that we are all with you in spirit - your achievements are amazing - loved the photo of the albatrosses, aren't they fantastic, they love you as much as you love them, you are a magnate.
We are standing by for your next post with great anticipation.
You are in our hearts and prayers always............x
-Lori, Brisbane
Thanks Ground Control for the update, very much appreciated.....x
Thanks to the shore team for the latest update. I for one have been checking the website 2 or 3 times a day to check on Jessica's progress so it's always good to hear any news. As to patience, we have all the time in the world to enjoy this adventure, our only concern is Jessica's safety and her attitude.
Having said that, I can't wait to see pics and video of the next couple days.
Arnie in Canada (Minus 15 C this morning near Toronto.)
Passion plus committment equals achievement.
Smooth seas and fair winds.
Hi Jess,
Glad to see you are still mking some progress and hope you have been able to catch up on a few things.
It's been pretty quiet here today so just took the time to read over a few of the Blog Families comments and caught up on some gardening, wich my wife pointed out i had been neglecting lately.
Anyway Jess Hope it's a really nice day when you round the horn. Enjoy your parents company even if they are a few thousand feet in the air.
Remember the climb up "Everest" is only half the journey. So stay safe and hooked on.
Keep enjoying the ride.
Tim and Rosie
Caboolture
To Samurai,
I think "Jessaholics Anonymous".
Is a very good name. We could get shirts done up and all.
Tim and Rosie
Caboolture
I agree it is good we can chat amongst ourselves. Lol
Thanks for the update, TEAM.
To blogger, "Kahuna".
January 10, 2010 8:44 PM
Hello and welcome to the happiest, friendliest and most inspriring blog site on the WWW.
I bake nice pies. I'll be happy to bring you one in Sydney. :-))
Jonathan@Tooradin (email on his profile) is organising the get-together in Sydney if you or anyone else is interested in joining Jessica's welcoming party.
Dear Tony L (Mt Martha, Vic)
Me? Jess' Aunty Sam? I like it :-))
What do you think about that Jess?
Cheers...Sam
Jesse, keep up the becalmed stuff. This trip needs to take till November next year when my wife returns from Afghanistan. I am all alone too and it is wonderful to read your blogs and see what you are up to each day. Keep it up and dont get too close to the cape. You havent seen that land stuff for a while and may not know what to do if you come too close!!!!!
hey wow! I just heard about you from Ben (from 'best job') through his twitter, so I came to read about you... pretty amazing - ur a very cool teenager!! May all girls be as empowered and strong as you :D good luck & enjoy. Make many great memories and stay safe! cheers
Hi Jessicas' followers,
Been reading a few comments about how her Mum and Dad will be seeing her.
This link may clear up some of the confusion.
http://www.sunshinecoastdaily.com.au/story/2010/01/08/mum-dad-fly-out-to-see-jess-watsons-to-meet-round-/
It says that her parents will fly out to get a birds eye view of Jessica as she rounds Cape Horn.
Regards
Tim and Rosie
Caboolture
Hi Jess
To Davidverity: A flyby by the Royal Airforce?!!! HOW COOL IS THAT?!!!
Jess you have to do whatever it takes to make that happen!!
Luv ya Jess
Rick
Chicago
USA
You still amaze us here Jess ,Wow and how Proud will Mum and Dad be to watch their little girl sail round the Horn , You are truly Inspirational Jess ,Stay Warm ,Take Care ,Terry and Patricia Melb
Hello new Cyberpod Members and Jesse,
If you really want to understand why Jesse is so special, now is a good time to read all her blogs from the beginning, before she left Sydney.
I did it again for the second time to look for a clue about the heater (It is new). If you click on the pictures before she went to sea, you will find that they are high resolution and show much more detail. By reading the early blog entries you will see the absolutely incredible determination and drive that Jesse has that made all of this happen!
Here is a link to one of those early blogs showing how the creatures of the sea always seek her out!
Click Here for Jess Picture
A Limerick
With Jess the whole world has been blessed,
As she circles the earth on her quest,
When the ocean get vicious,
Accompanied by fishes,
Shes clearly the best of the best.
Hang on, the wind is coming!
Richard W
Hi Jesse!
Your last update sounds very good to me.
Seems that you are in a good mood.
Also the weather seems to be much better now. (Your great photo)
So you could get a bit more sleep for the next days - the big
adventure of course.
Must be a special moment for you, your parents stand at the
Cap while you sail around. I'm sure, they will be proud of you!
The nearer you get to the cap, the more and more it thrills me!
I think, I'm nervous too...
Please stay safe!
I think of you
Randy / Hamburg, German
It must be really feeling great to have those birds for company...
Looks like they are too delighted to know that your parents are going to see you rounding the cape.
Real proud moment for yor parents!!
And all of us
I really apprecaite your guts and maturity to keep calm and balanced in the most trying conditions...
Sailing does teach a lot about life..
You keep going !! We are all with you with loads of wishes and prayers..
Love
Swati
It must be really feeling great to have those birds for company...
Looks like they are too delighted to know that your parents are going to see you rounding the cape.
Real proud moment for yor parents!!
And all of us
I really apprecaite your guts and maturity to keep calm and balanced in the most trying conditions...
Sailing does teach a lot about life..
You keep going !! We are all with you with loads of wishes and prayers..
Love
Swati
Jessica:
Wow!! only 450nm to go till you reach the Cape!! Awesomeness!!! Pretty cool that your parents are going to be there to see it happen... we are all gonna be there in spirit applauding you on!!! Safe sails my friend... safe sails
Bobby from South Carolina
Dear Jessica and team I was only joking about that land hoe stuff..I am as patient as the next blogga...so I just wanted to will her on...I ve been around the Horne as a 19 year old..so I know the land hoe feeling if u catch my drift...go Jessica u have more patience than all the bloggas put together...lol Bernie 777...x
Salty Dog,
Re: Tuesday's JA meeting on Cape Horn. How can I make a contribution to the meeting without relapsing? Please clarify.
Richard W
Jessica,
I am happy to see you are doing great! Fair winds!
Andreas
Yikes !!! everything looks swell.
Way to go Jessica!!!:)
Stay Safe and .........
Straight Ahead !!!
I feel a little bad just posting to my fellow bloggers, as this is Jess's blog, but some of your posts are just so great/funny etc that i just have to say something! :).
I wish I had the time to read them all, but I don't so I just flick through at random.
To:
Hezakiah299 - Wishing you a fabulous birthday.
Sally - great pics, so clever.
Samurai & Stephen M (Transplanted Aussie)- you're welcome :).
McGraths - partaay, hahahaha.
RichieParis - you crack me up!
As I said, I wish I could read all posts as so many of you are very witty or/& wise which makes for some great reading. I'm guessing that the end of Jess's journey won't mean the end of all the chit chat here so I'll eventually catch up I hope.
Can someone remind me when Jess is due home please? Might zap down to Sydney & have a sticky beak as she sails in :).
Wow you have made so much progress so quickly! Its great your folks can get to see you at the Horn Jess. Fred Wilcox said that "Progress involves Risk. You cant steal second base and keep your foot on first" You already know that, though its nice to have that saying in your pocket when
you are making the big decisions.
We are so happy and exited with what you are doing.Heres to the Cape!
The Lovells Nelson Nz
Hey Jess,
Well down, almost another tick, Cape horn is a very big tick to mark off and you will get to see your Mum and Dad, how cool is that. They must be even more proud of you than we are if that is at all possible.
Stay Safe
Berlin Red
01-10-10 @ 14:16
Hi Shore Crew, Thanks for the up-date, I’m looking forward to the pictures already, you guys are doing a great job, keep up the good work.
Dear Samurai: I’m sorry about the spray job on your screen and keyboard, I would gladly clean it up for you if we were closer. You sound a little (maybe even a lot) annoyed, not your usual chipper, bubbly self, everything hokey dokey???
What did I win??? Yes….No..
For Amazedbyou: Smart alec, I didn’t scratch my head, nothing up there, but I did scratch my beard. LOL…..
For RichieParis: That was hilarious, will you fill that into “The Legand of Jessica”??? That would be interesting.
Michael (74) from Kingwood, WV
Hello Jessica,
thank you shore team for the update!
Less than 300 nm now......
Patience is definitely not my biggest virtue!
Thinking about Jessica and willing excellent conditions to get to the Horn, to have the right conditions in the weather to meet her Mum is my lot at the moment until we get the happy news!
In the meantime I read all the interesting comments from our Jessica fanclub and laugh, cry and marvel!
Jim B from Cairns:
Good on you! I think you have eaten enough humble pie, no need to bring it to Sydney!
Brumbyy:
Another admirer here of your poem 'feathered angels'
The sunshine coaster family:
very clever
What clever 'vegemites' you all are!
And what good company!
Keep it up!
To Jessica, fair winds and I am all choked up as well, when I think you will see your Mum soon.
What an unforgettable experience this will be!
Keep well, keep happy and above all else stay safe,
The word verification is 'sudsi'
are you taking another bath, Jessica`?
Trudy from Austria/Mackay
Hi Jessica
Have been following your journey since you set sail amd am glad to always check your blog and see you are doing well. Best of luck onward.
Aaron, Naperville Illinois USA
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