Pic 1: Surfing along in 40 knot winds approaching the Cape
Pic 2: The Cape - how exciting!
Pic 3: The Cape again looking almost mythical!
Pic 4: Despite the conditions, rounding Cape Horn was amazing, the highlight of the trip to date!
Thursday, January 14, 2010
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«Oldest ‹Older 801 – 1000 of 1167 Newer› Newest»Congratulations Jessica, we watch your progress daily. As we say here in Newfoundland, "Long may your big jib draw."
Amazing! Congratulations on making it this far, this is huge and you are truly an inspiration to many. Hats off to you.
Aussie mum of 6
I am getting addicted to checking your blog! Good for you. My children think your crazy but I reckon you areare going to make it!
Absolutely awesome news Jessica. Fantastic achievement. Wonderful for all the family and team backing you but an especially proud moment for you. I've been following your progress from well before you left and always felt quietly confident that you would make it. Brilliant!
Yay Jess What a joy to watch you doing your thing!! Go Girl!!!!
Odelia
Sydney Australia
awesome, loved the pictures
Outstanding! Keep sailing strong.
Dave
Chagrin Falls, OH
Wow....Jess, you and Ella's Pink Lady give me chills. WELL DONE and CONGRATULATIONS for the rounding. Enjoy the rest of the trip! xx
You got that look in your eyes there, young lady. You have joined the ranks of the real sailors of the ages. Thankyou for sharing it. Godspeed onwards.
-Vancouver
Jesse,
I wonder when Laura Dekker will be able to set sail??
This is truly the year of around-the-worlding!!!
There's YOU, Dilip Donde, Minoru Saito, Abby North, Abby Sunderland, Laura Dekker, Jeanne Synereida, and Ryan Langley.
Notice how many are female :)
How many of you will there be out there at one time?!
Amazing!
Joni, Vero Beach, Fl
Jesse
Congratulations - you have done so well to date.
Thanks for the pictures - they are appreciated.
Conditions do look a little rough - but your hair looks fine!!!
Martin ov Perth
Hi Jesse,
Just watched your latest videos.
WOW those seas.
Had a tear in my eye watching you.
What an achievement, we are all so proud of you. Hope you get a chance to sit back and take it all in soon, then prepare for the trip home.
Keep safe,
Joy
Ballarat.
You're a great lass Jessica! It's incredible to be able to see and hear your story... it's as though we are with you in person. You're doing an amazing job out there. Did you get to see your Mum and Dad... and the Navy ships? It makes my eyes moist to read about how they were going to come out to wave you on your journey. I hope they succeeded in this. I guess you'll be heading back up to warmer climates... and you're on the homeward run now. You're a beautiful example of what the youth today should be. Take heed Australia and New Zealand... Jessica is our little heroine.
Cheerio, Adam
New Zealand
www.whitebusfamily.co.nz
the tasman and pacific seas
lay distant in her wake
the rounding of the cape complete
but still great miles to make
as thoughts turn more atlantic now
next epic to address
the mighty southern sea farewells
the aussie battler Jess.
Whahooooooooooooooo!!!!
Jessica,.....you are living your dream, and enjoying every moment.
Enjoy the ride.
Salty. NZ
second blog same day.......no two pictures are alike, thanks for the photos....you have just experienced something very very special. Watching your latest video...your pause of silence between your excited description said it all, as you look out your port window and gaze to the horn in silence....we all choked up with happiness, pride and sheer awe of where you are in this crazy world.
Love to you from your daily following fans in Sidney BC
Riveter
Good on you Jess, I knew you could do it!
xxxx
congratulations on rounding the cape, Jess !!!
Glad your parents got to fly over and wave hello today.
Go girl, you rock
bennie from brissie
Huge Congratulations Jessica ! You are amazing, and, as many have said, a great inspiration to all of us to live our dreams. God Bless You and keep you safe for the rest of your journey around the world.
Beth, Boonooroo, Queensland
Congrats Jessica, an auspiscious milestone. Good winds!
Hey Jess
Your picture says it all. You have the look on your face of "I did it!" and "boy am I tired"
Congratulations Jess!!! You are such an inspiration.
Cameron
Papua New Guinea
The excitement in your voice and your body language sent chills through me as I watched your video of Cape Horn! Your smile is exquisite!
I am thrilled for you....that it was 'just as I imagined it!" It has been a great day and a great achievement for you!! You deserve all the accolades that have been sent your way!!! ....And, cheers also to your parents & family, shore team, and the myriad of blog writers and readers! It's a momentous occasion for all!!!
Take care of yourself, precious one! WE LOVE YOU!
YOU GO GIRL!!
Hugs and prayers,
Janell in Oklahoma, USA
01-14-10 @ 23:15
Hi Jessica,
Are you having a good time, I shouldn’t even ask should I? Yes????
I read in the courier mail.com.au paper, that the website crashed this am (Fri. 15th). There just letting posts thru in groups of five (5) and less. It must be bad.
So many new people trying to congratulate you. Us loyal folk can’t get a word in edgewise. LOL…. I’m glad to see that though. I wonder how many of them are converts.
I figured it would have crashed before this.
Abby has had another delay and won’t be leaving on Saturday. She didn’t say when. There’s another girl (Abby North) supposedly coming out of Vancouver, B.C., but I can’t find any information on her. She’s supposedly sailing a 40 footer.
I’ve been entertaining myself watching your video’s, never gets boring, and it seems that I notice something new each time I watch them. Nice hair do. I like to listen to your little giggle and see the awe and excitement on your face. WOW…..LOL….
Translation:
Sailboat Water Planet said ...
Congratulations Jessica!
You've overcome the "Everest of the Seas".
Good winds and calm seas until the end of his adventure.
Maciel Family
www.veleiroplanetaagua.blogspot.com
January 15, 2010 9:33 AM
For Joni, Vero Beach, Fl:
Can you give us any info on websites for Abby North, Jeanne Synereida, and Ryan Langley???? I’d appreciate that.
Hey SaltyDog:
In my last post I mentioned a fellow who’s birthday was the day that Jessica sailed around the Horn, he was 71. Doug….Only by His Grace .
Well Jessica, In my unprofessional observations, it looks like you should be in for some smooth sailing for the next week or so, I repeat, in my unprofessional observations. LOL……
Keep enjoying yourself and stay safe.
Loads of love and hugs, your faithful friend, fan and follower.
May God be with you and watch over you and may the angels keep your sails full, and I, I will keep you in my prayers.
Michael (75) from Kingwood, WV
Howdy Jessica
We moved the pinpoint dot on our golden globe to your location under Cape Horn.
Loved your video showing the ocean with all the action kicking about your sailboat. You sound happy Jessica!
Knowing how the ocean really is when it is rough while aboard a boat and seeing what the camera shows us on your video we can not fully realize all that power that surrounds you.
All the folks at Bonnies Diner here in Maine are rooting for you.
I always tell my daughters out in Colorado to look up at the stars when they miss me. I do the same thing when I'm missing on them.
Next time I look up I will think of you standing on your deck gazzing at the stars with the knowledge of someone in Maine sends you a little love on your solo journey. Jude & Mo
Congrats.... You are an inspiration.
John Roker
I've been reading everyday, congrats on a great achievement..Keep enjoying and keep safe..
JG, Kanagawa, Japan
Hi Jess, congratulations on becoming a true Cape Horner. Well done and keep up the great work...who said you couldn't sail LOL.
I've been worried about you for a month and am SO relieved now. Fantastic Jess. Congratulations.
My Thai university students read about your adventure and I was able to tell them of your success. You rounded the Cape as we were in class!
Steve
Thailand
Hi Jessica ... I've thoroughly enjoyed following your blog .. you're doing great .. so looking forward to all you write in the future.
Congratulations Jess! it's a downhill run now and we're all thinking of you...
Thanks for the photos, it is so great to be able to follow where you are at. You are amazing. Keep up the good work. Olive
Absolutely brilliant your lady. Blessings to you. We are still praying for you.
Judee
Absolutely awesome. I actually have tears in my eyes as I read this! Good luck in the next stage of your inspiring adventure.
Jody, Sydney.
What a grand achievement Jessica, glad that all is going well.
Keep up your amazing effort. JD
Sunshine Coast
What a grand achievement Jessica, glad that all is going well.
Keep up your amazing effort. JD
Sunshine Coast
Fantastic Jesse,
We are so happy to see those photographs and to see all the best wishes from all of the old faithfuls and the extra hundreds.
Lets keep our fingers crossed for the Indian Ocean
Keep Doing What You Have Always Done (KDWYHAD)
Stay safe.
D&U
bloody fantastic!!! ~fumes
Clint Jeffrey says:
"I reckon the 4th Picture is the best, you couldn't get a more contented expression of achievement on anyone's face like you can see on your face right now....beautiful self portrait Jesse!....really terrific!"
How absolutely right that is. I couldn't say it better!!
An absolutely thrilled
Ian from Brisbane
Hi Jessica,
Great shots of the horn - and I liked the one of you showing off your MUSTO gear ( Duncan is my [step] son ! ). We are immensly proud of your achievement, and await your blogs every day ! Hope that you got your heater fixed, but also that you get some warmer weather going north..
Keep up the good spirit,
Björn the Swede from Sydney
God bless you, just know that the spirit of your country (and STATE) is well and truly behind you. I follow your blog everyday and am enthralled, as a fellow 16 year old at what can be achieved. God speed, and enjoy your trip.
C.H
Mackay, Qld
WAY TO GO JESSICA!!!INSPIRATION PLUSXX Anna e Rusty
Great work.. Hope you can now find somewhere warm where you can charge your batteries:)
Jessica,
ABSOLUTLY AMAZING, WOW! Your videos were so exciting that I was afraid the neighbors were going to wonder what I was yelling about. And I haven’t even been to the pub. Seeing land for the first time in three months had to be a rush but seeing Cape Horn is AWESOME!!!! Thanks for taking the video camera out on the deck and sharing that experience with us. I’ll never forget it.
Have fun, stay safe and happy sailing.
From Seattle, WA, USA
SaltyDog
So, so proud of you Jessica!!! I've been following your journey since the day you left Sydney, and anytime I'm dealing with a difficult challenge, I think of you & EPL and all that you are handling, and I know I can find the strength to do whatever I need to. You are truly an inspiration. Enjoy this moment. Soak it deep into your memory banks, and may this accomplishment always bring you joy.
Rebecca in California
Who said she would not make it. Go eat your words!
Go for it, you are doing great!!!!!!
Amazing photos! Congratulations!
Best of luck for the 2nd half of your journey
Mats Carlsson
Viken,Sweden
Hi Jess,
I have been following you every day since October. You make the Sydney to Hobart look like a race in the bath tub. I am learning something new every day about a world I didn't know existed on the vast oceans of our planet, and I bet I'm one of thousands.
God speed and congratulations on making the Cape look easy, which of course it is not.
You are Truly inspiring girl.
You have some awesome parents as well but I guess you know that.
Cheers Gaz & Cobie
Congratulations Jessica. My family and I so very proud of you. You go Girl!!
Jessica, you are one fabulous young girl. I know what it's like to have 30-40 pushing you along single handed, but not down there, you have proved all the naysayers wrong. Each day I look forward to reading your blog. My granddaughter, about the same age, is nowhere near as adventurous or competent.
Jessica:
Wow!!! That's all I can say Wow!!! Congrats on this historic accomplishment...all my friends here in South Carolina are so proud of you - we all were calling each other cheering your rounding the Cape!!! Enjoy this day!! Your an inspiration for a whole generation... safe sails my friend...safe sails!!!
Bobby from South Carolina
Jessica,How good are you? A fantastic effort, and inspirational achievement,well done, with more to come!
Sailing yachts is really exciting,and you and EPL have managed to transmit that excitement to the world at large.Keep focused Jesse,eat up sleep well,stay alert,stay "clipped on"you are a Star!!God Bless, you are in our evening prayers, Dougal
Hello Captain Jessica,
The video you shot below deck entitled "Jessica Watson rounds Cape Horn" is PRICELESS... in real time it captures YOUR moment in sailing history..."amazing"... "this is it"..."wow"....you have just championed leg two and the cape...we get to share the real emotion of that moment....we understand now what this all means to you....and that it's all been worth the preparation, being away from home, combating fears and being on your own.
I want to give a special "shout out" to ANDREW for keeping this blog site together the last few days. Dealing with the overwhelming number of comments,reporting the latest news, the addition of new photos and then video over a short period of time knowing that everyone has been waiting for news of the rounding ...all appeared seamless. Great job Andrew.
I hope mom and dad had a great trip.
Safe sailing young lady on leg 3
john,
Bay of Quinte, Lake Ontario, Canada eh!
Hi Jess, I so am excited for you looking at your video your the best.
YOU Go Girl !!!!!
stay safe
Anthony N QLD OZ
You Little RIPPER!!! YOU've done it!!! Phenomenal!!!!
Congratulations Jess....BRILLIANT!!!
Congratulations Jess, hope you were able to see your Mum & Dad out there as well. Keep sailing!
Congratulations Jesse!
J
Congratulations Jessica!!!
A great achievement to round "The Horn".
Happy and safe sailing back to Oz.
Mike & Carol
Sunshine Coast
Well done Jess! I've been following your trip from here in Melbourne & am very impressed, even more so after watching those stomach-churning videos you just posted!
Keep it up!
you're a great inspiration!
A poem for you Jess!
If ur ever feeling down, if ur lonely, not alone or if you think you've got the blues!
Oh ho, boo hoo!
Just scream your guts out sweet heart, cause you know that we hear you!
Hey Jesse!
I'd like to say that my tooth fell out yesterday!
But it didn't!
It got reefed out by the dentist from hell and his assistant in pain Egoress! I thought she was cute but she just held my head whilst he tried to kill me! lol
Is it just my super strong teeth or do all dentists break out in sweats and say that yours was the hardest tooth he ever pulled out?
Make sure you brush your teeth Jessica!
Nothing will ever stop you unless you run out of CHOCOLATE! lol
Be safe Jesse! Hope your ok!
Billy!
A massive big congratulations Jessica! My elderly Mum and I had some reservations about your trip, but have followed your blog religiously and are thrilled that our reservations were uncalled for. Our prayers are with you for your continuing adventure. What a girl you are!!!!!
Breezy & Chetcher
Massive big congratulations to you Jessica. My elderly Mum and I had some reservations about your trip but we are thrilled that our reservations were uncalled for. Our prayers are with you for the rest of your adventure. What a girl!!!!!
Well done Jesse, that's awesome!! Fantastic photos!!
Keep powering on! Woo hoo
Lissy
Gold Coast
Good on you Jess,
We read your blog daily
Stay Safe and enjoy every moment
You deserve all the praise
Steve, Diana, Courtney & James
Sydney
Hi Jessica,
found your blog this day and it´s so nice! Great pictures.
Hope you are well.
Greetings from Germany, Anja
Congratulation Jess! Now you are in line of famous sailors together with Sir Francis Drake and Jacob Le Maire. Although, thous great explorers might get embarrassed to see such a young girl on a pink yacht among them. :)
Good luck!
Alex.
You little beauty!
Hi Jesse
Congratulations again on your huge achievement yesterday!
Hope you are sailing through great conditions right now as you near the HALF WAY mark.
Your blog has just taken off! Would love to see a map with dots on it representing all your blog followers. I love reading everyones positive comments. What a supportive blog family you have!
Thank you Andrew for putting this all together.
Gillian, France
The excitement in your voice and your body language sent chills through me as I watched your videos of Cape Horn! Your Mona Lisa smile is exquisite!
I am thrilled for you....that it was 'just as I imagined it!" It has been a great day and a great achievement for you!! You deserve all the accolades that have been sent your way!!! ....And, cheers also to your parents & family, shore team, and the myriad of blog writers and readers! It's a momentous occasion for all!!!
Take care of yourself, precious one! WE LOVE YOU!
YOU GO GIRL!!
Hugs and prayers,
Janell in Oklahoma, USA
PS-I tried to post earlier but think I must have sent that note into cyberspace instead of to your blog!
Huge Congratulations! Well Done! I look at your path on Google Earth and cannot help but be amazed at how far you have already traveled. I am so excited for you. You are a hero. :)
Steve
Melbourne
You are an inspiration to other teenagers! It just goes to show what can be done.
you are going amazingly well i have been following your trip since you set off everyone in AUS is rooting for you
jessica you are my hero and wow what a legend. remember no shortcuts nifty neville
Congratulation Jessica, you are amazing
Two old ladies in Yarrawonga Victoria
Gina and Brenda
Jess, I have a lump in my throat and a tear in my eye - thanks for the powerful emotions. Well done!
Just keep on keeping on as you do - go girl!
Way to go Jess,Loved the photo of the Cape, and all your updates & photos.Your Mum & Dad must be so proud of you. I have followed you from day one and have just worked out how to send you a message with a lot of help from my son Scott from Sydney, I am not that hot on a computer as you may have guess.Stay safe God bless, Think of you every day, Gloria B.Gold Coast
GOOD ON YA GIRL...NOT FAR TO GO NOW ;)
Hello Jessica,
862 comments to date! Incredible! And there probably will be more!
I hurry and do my work and then it's back to Jessica's blog site and I am reading every commentary! (already since July)
I echo so many of the writers sentiments and as I am reading, I am laughing out loud, crying and being so very happy, I could witness history in the making, thanks to you, Jessica, your Mum and Dad, your family and your shore team.
Yes, special kudos to Andrew. This must be an awesome job to put it all online!
Richard Lathrop, my emotions spilled over, when I read....Jessica may very well be the most loved person on the planet!
She deserves it! I personally can't think of anyone, I admire more, who has inspired me more, than Jessica and I will never forget this coming together globally to support our heroine.
Peter Bush, Hyden,
you are a scream....I picture you in the bathroom with the little round table and the spray of the shower eating your boat shaped dainties......
You tickle all of my funny bones!!!!!!
I bet Jessica will love your sense of humour!
Love your smile Sally!
And I love your smile Jessica, your delight with your achievement as if you had to remind yourself that it really is happening.
Can't wait to hear how your parents flight went and the escort of the Chilean and Argentinian navies.
Onward to the next point of reference, sail safe,
bask in your accomplishment and soon we will welcome you home in Sydney.
What a turn out this will be!
Trudy, Austria/Australia
Spectacular!
Dear Captain Watson; The Sea has many moods and, so it seems, does a certain young lady who sails on it. I am thrilled to see you so happy! Awesome video! Fare Well. Alfred
Vamcouver,Canada
Wow Jess,
I've just seen the videos and the first thing that struck me apart from your excitement and sense of achievement was your humility.
You mentioned that it wasn't sightseeing weather but in the same breath you also said that it was special seeing Cape Horn as you are now with overcast skies, 40kt winds and 3m swells !
You are very special, young lady and once again, congratulations on this major accomplishment.
We're with you all the way !
Jonathan
Melbourne
Hi Jess
Hope that you are OK. Read in the paper today that your parents flyover didn't happen due to the weather??
I hope that there is more than 1 opportunity for them to do this... Thinking of you, wondering how you are.
Take care and stay safe
"The sail, the play of its pulse so like our own lives: so thin and yet
so full of life, so noiseless when it labours hardest, so noisy and
impatient when least effective."
-Henry David Thoreau
"There is nothing- absolutely nothing-
half so much worth doing
as simply messing about in boats."
-Ratty said to Mole in Kenneth Grahame's beloved 1908
classic, The Wind in the Willows.
Sally In Sydney
Congratulations Jess!!
I have been following your journey from the start and have always had faith in you! Keep proving those doubters wrong.
Have been on holidays in Europe and still log onto your blog to get an update
Keep sailing girl!!!!
Wow, 862 comments
You're a legend, well done
Hi Jessica. Congratulations on rounding The Cape. We have the greatest admiratiion for your determination and tenacity.
Thank you so much for sharing this magnificent adventure. We get so much pleasure from reading your blog and sharing in a small way, your journey.
We love you and wish you every success until you make that triumphant return to Sydney Harbour.
Love John and Paricia.
Good stuff Jessica, Congratulations on conquering the Cape. Great pics and video. Did you get to see your Muma and Dad?
Congratulations Jess, Im really impressed with what you have achieved to date, have been following your adventure.
Your looking very healthy.
Absolutely AWESOME
Martin
Wagga Wagga
well done jesse...
looks like this BIG milestone has created a deluge of interest.... can't believ the number of comments!! like we've been saying, you have soooo many people supporting you and with you while you get to know mother nature a little more intimately!!!
You are amazing and contintue to inspire us all,
take care out there,
mel of yenda!!
Hi Jessica, now the dreaded Cape is behind you it will be (hopefully) smooth sailing all the way home.....I take my hat off to you for your commitment and determination to do this incredible journey....it is so hard to come to terms with the fact that you are only 16yrs......
you have shown such maturity for one so young...and incredible courage....
I just loved the pictures and you look so snug and warm....I am sure all Australia and all around the world people are cheering you on....keep safe and warm and may God send His angels to guide you over any rough spots you may encounter.....
can't wait for next update
lots of hugsssssssssss
Ann (Morwell)
How exciting, congratulations with this milestone Jessica.
Great pictures you've made.
Good luck!!!
Jess:
Sorry I haven't been keeping up for the past few days, but will now. I get chills thinking of u rounding the Horn + feel your excitement as you get nearer. Of course, seeing and hearing from your parent must be thrilling along with your escort ships.
Those pictures are fantastic + seeing a little land must be thrilling as well.
God bless + will hear from u on the other side of the Horn. :_D
Robert
Hi Jess,
great pics!
Cape Horn and albertos, couldn't be better!
Liked the video with the waves and cape horn, should send us more of that stuff!
Love it!
Keep them pics and videos coming!
Keep up them dodgers,
Jony the Pony
Hey Jesse,
I hardly slept last night thinking of you and what you have achieved.
Just watching the videos again gives me goosebumps. Wish I was as brave as you.
We hope you can catch up on a bit of rest too.
Cheers, xxoo
The McGraths, Nowra NSW
wot a woman...Jess you are fantastic and all hail to you....amidst the sadness (Haiti) and the devastation we have a bright shining star that is Jess Watson....we are all sooooo excited for you and your parents....keep on keeping on girl! cheers
Sue (Buderim)
Jessica,
GO YOU GOOD THING!
Hope the weather was kind enough for you to see your Mum and Dad.
Great photos, it looks like Ella Pink Lady is handling it in her stride.
No risks - Keep safe.
Hi Jessica
I’ve now read through the comments made in reply to your “Pictures of the Cape” report. A number of people commented specifically on the photo of you in that series and the comment that stood out to me was that by Georgia Guy, who wrote about you having the look of “steely determination and a look of almost serene contentment in where you were and what you were doing at that moment”.
To me that comment describes what I too see in that and a number of other photos, and I also see and sense in your two videos what I would describe as your complete ‘oneness’ with Ella’s Pink Lady and of you being very much in rhythm with Ella’s Pink Lady and the rhythm of the sea conditions at the time. I guess that comes from your own very positive confidence in what you are doing so I would like to add the look of confidence to Georgia’s statement.
Enjoy the Atlantic, and please have another go at videoing the flight of an Albatross. It would be great to see an Albatross complete a full revolution of its circular flight path. Now, that’s a challenge for you when you next get steady wind, unbroken swell and a co-operative Albatross. I hope that is possible!
Tony L (Mt Martha VIC)
Good on you Jess!!
We're reading your comments on a regular basis and wish you all the best.
Take care & safe trip.
Nili & Peter
Coffs Harbour, Australia
congratulations!!
The Horn
56 degrees south
Almost mythical you say
Well just as mythical
Is the just-sixteen sailor-lady
Who plies her fearless way
Through roaring forties
Furious fifties
Or whatever else
The great King Neptune
Chooses to employ
To test, as test he does!
Rounding that notorious cape
Taxes seasoned sailors all
Their courage and best seamanship
Yet here she is
With eyes and smile
That bespeak a dream
Already made true
The youngest circumnavigator
To conquer
Independently
Ever so graciously
Yea, in legendary style
That prize of all sailor’s prizes
The Horn!
3 cheers for you Jess!!
Jill (Newcastle)
I am so rapt that you did it jess - congrats! You are my hero and you inspire me .
Jess,
Congratulations!!!!!!
“Each time we face our fear, we gain strength, courage, and confidence in the doing.”
now the fun starts........
Gav. Gold Coast
you are amazing, i think you are the bravest girl or even human in the world!
i also admire your parents, who support you making your dream come true.
if you all happen to come to austria someday, i would be happy to invite you to a coke or coffee.
i wish you all the best!
robert
fst5000 at gmx dot at
Hi Jessica - again
I've just read the "Latest News" that you have now exceeded the 10,000nm mark.
Congratulations!!!!!!
Good Job!
Tony L (Mt Martha VIC)
Hey Jess,
Just read that you finally got to catch up with mum and dad today. What a moment that would have been. Thankyou again for shareing that special moment yesterday, I have watched the video's over and over, just to here the excitment in your voice as you shot the video.
Anyway have to go, Rosie got home today and is ready for bed and a story. I am going to update her tomorrow with all the
pics and videos since she went on holidays to Grandma's.
Nite Jess
Stay Safe and hooked on.
Tim and Rosie
Caboolture
If your looking for a job Jess?
Can you see yourself sailing this yacht?
A picture tells a thousand words. To achieve a life long dream, what can one say !
We're all damn proud of you downunder.
Keep focused, you're on your way home now Jesse !
Terry, Sydney
Congratulations Jess on a huge milestone. Well done.
z of nq
Im so proud of you Jess!!! This have we all been waiting for for a long time :) GOOD LUCK wishes for you and ellas`s pink lady for the rest of your fairytale :) we are many who follows you from Norway too :)
Be careful, and we thinking about you...
Jesse,
Thanks for taking those amazing videos. Your personality and excitement really come through! On the first video “ Land Ho” I can see the island at 51 seconds by stopping the video. I love how you talk to the sea, your constant companion through all these months. “ Come on swell, let the people see the island so they can share my excitement!”.
The “Rounding Cape Horn” video is outstanding as well. By watching your face, a person can actually watch your expression change as the implications of what you have done sink in. You have accomplished a great feat with grace and humility. You have shown that through hard work and perseverance dreams can come true!
On to Africa!
Sail On Special One!
Richard W
to dear Jesse,
Congratulations on rounding the Cape.
I am so proud of you.!!
I am sure you had such a great time.
So much excitement and such a wonderful achievement.
Well done !!
God Bless
Wendy
Armidale NSW
Awesome job Jessica! Thanks for the photos too. I know that I would be excited. Keep up the good work!
great great your are the best be safe you still have a long life to live....adam
Oh How Fabulous!!!!!!!! Just Amazing, I sailed many yrs and when I read and see these pics my heart sometimes goes to my throat remembering the swells and the great ocean!!!! Your 1 amazing little girl!!! Am continuing to pray for Gods hand upon your safe trip on home. You go girl and continue the safty !!! Rubygirl
Congratulations from Germany. God bless you and a lot of fun on your 2nd half!
Le sport va chercher la peur pour la dominer, la fatigue pour en triompher, la difficulté pour la vaincre.
Sport looks for fear to tame it, for tiredness to overcome it, for difficulty to defeat it.
Pierre de Coubertin
You are a genuine sportswoman, Jessica.
Better than any medal, cup or reward.
You deserve the laurel wreath.
And you won the admiration and love of an immense crowd, of all ages or countries.
As you say so well in your video: "Wow"
I just saw Andrew's new update:
10,000 nautic miles! (you're speeding!)
Your parents' plane circling above you! (you're waving)
Oh Jesse... No more words, but smiles and tears mixed. (you're amazing)
YOU GO, GIRL! Wahooooooooooooooooooooooo!
Way to go Jessica! Thanks for the pictures! You can get an idea of the height of the waves and the wind blowing. Thanks so much for letting us all share in this wonderful achievement! I also wanted to comment on this blog entry to contribute towards pushing the comments past 1000!
Stay alert, safe and healthy.
You are continually in my prayers.
Mike.
Grace Fellowship Church.
North Stonington, CT. USA
Jessica-
I haven't commented yet, but I check your blog everyday- I am from Chicago in the United States- I have nothing but admiration for your ambition and skill. I just started sailing on the great lakes last summer, so I have some idea of what it takes to do what you are doing (not much of an idea- I have never even spent the night on a boat! But still, I have some frame of reference). You are an inspiration- keep it up! I look forward to reading your blog everyday.
Best,
Dave.
QUEENSLAND REGISTRY OFFICE
Brisbane, Jan. 15th, 2010
to: Miss Jessica Watson
on board ELLA'S PINK LADY
South Atlantic Ocean
by Albatross Mail Delivery
Dear Miss,
We have received, at this day, 2,345 proposals of marriage, from buoys from Queensland, Australia, and 123 different foreign countries.
As the flow seems to be increasing every day, we are afraid we might not have room enough to store these letters for you.
Would you please come to our office (open from Monday to Friday, 9 to 12 and 2 to 5) to pick up your files, as soon as you can? In case you would face some transportation delays, it would be wise to come with a small truck, and please do not forget to bring some valid ID document.
Yours sincerely,
U. R. One-Derfull
WOW WOW WOW
Jesse, I just read that your folks got to see you from the plane! Can't wait to see the pictures/video. Thanks again for allowing me to be a member of your cyberpod.
Steady as she goes,Captain Watson
Richard W
Maryland
PS Andrew, you are pulling another all nighter!
Hi Jess, Fantastic news! 40 knots! Have a great trip home, see you in Sydney!! Best wishes from Barry J in Orange NSW.
Hi Jesse,
You are really amazing. if there is Alexander the Great! there is also Jessica the Great! very brave you...
Your all in one Admirer,
PBS Qld
Good Job Young Lady! You are living a dream that I have held for over 30 years!
Stay alert and keep up the good work!
Newport Dutchman Skipper!
Congrats Jessica!!
Jesse,
congrats on an amazing achievement! You are such an inspiration to all. Keep up the great job sailor!
fair winds to you girl,
Susan H usa
jess parents video.. on their quick visit to jess
http://www.heraldsun.com.au/news/jessica-watsons-see-their-sail-around-the-world-daughter-as-they-fly-over-her-in-southern-ocean/story-e6frf7jo-1225820152374
the video made me cry specially when her dad ended up crying after saying he loves her and she loves him back.. awwwwww
god bless jess...
Congrats to you... Your an absolute inspiration... WooooHoooo...
Captain Jess
Congratulations, all easy sailing from now on i hope............
Keep your spirit up
Dreamsailor, miami, florida, usa
Cheers on you Jess..you were on the news here in santiago , chile ..go girl go...we are all reading your story at the office here in BancoEstado,Santiago,Chile
God Bless you Hero!!
You made it!! You go girl. My family has been following your voyage and cheering you on! So glad you and your parents had a chance to connect!
Thank you for letting us live your journey with you!
The Hiltons, New Hampshire, USA
The the JW blog family,
Flyover still photos found.
Found these on Herald Sun website. It's the first six (6) still photo shots and then the gallery goes into older shots we've all seen.
Maybe old news for now but if you've not seen them here is the link.
http://www.heraldsun.com.au/news/gallery-0-1225818927366?page=1
Georgia Guy
USA
Hi Jesse, I just watched the video of your parents flying over you. It was so emotional I still have tears in my eyes! It was lovely to see your mum and dad spotting you in all that sea and hearing you speak to each other. Your mum is right, "you look very small out there"!! What an amazing day for all of you. I'm so glad, even though the weather wasn't all that good, it was possible for your parents to make the fly over!! I hope you are able to sleep well tonight after such a big day!! Congratulations again on such a fine effort!! Take care 'til next time.
Jo
Sydney
Jessica, O' Jessica ♫
God shed His grace on thee ♪
And crowned thy good, with brotherhood ♫
From sea to shining sea ♪
☺ Well done Jess, well done team, well done bloggers! ☺
Mike D
Landlocked in Philadelphia, Pa, USA
P.S. Just saw the video of Mum and Dad flying out to see Jess. Watch it and bawl like a baby!
http://www.heraldsun.com.au/news/jessica-watsons-see-their-sail-around-the-world-daughter-as-they-fly-over-her-in-southern-ocean/story-e6frf7jo-1225820152374
You can listen to their complete conversation as well.
http://media.heraldsun.com.au/Jessica%20Watson%20AUDIO_1-2_64K.mp3
Gosh! Rounded the Horn!
I check your site daily to monitor your progrss and confirm you are safe.
I am in total awe of any circumnavigator, let alone single-handed, age, experience, boat.
The way you're going, you'll be setting a ridiculously high bar for all those that follow . . . and good on you!
Wishing you fair winds and a kind sea until you get back home.
DD
UK
Pretty Awesome pix! I presume you did see your Mom and Dad. You're dressed warmly indicating its still very cold where you are. The sea appears rolling. You look Happy and content. Its Great to see you looking so positive and excited about the rounding. Still praying for your safety and health. Blessings On you this Wonderous Day! Gary & Jan
Savannah,Ga
From Philadelphia, PA, USA... Well done young lady! You are an inspiration to all of us. I read your blog everyday and love the feeling of accomplishment you bring to all man kind.
Congratulation Jessica.
You look tired, but happy!!
Take care of yourself and continue to make us dream.
Laurent
Congratulation Jessica
You look tired but really happy,
keep on following your dream and
make us dream.
Take Care
Laurent
01-15-10 @ 10:00
Hi Jessica,
The Daily Telegraph (Australia) had some awesome pictures of your Mum and Dad on land and in the plane with a couple shots of you in your boat. Great coverage.
For Mum and Dad:
Congratulations on raising such a beautiful, intelligent and courageous daughter. Jessica is definitely one of a kind, I’ve really enjoyed following her in her travels. She makes you feel like you’re right there with her. I know your both extremely proud of her, and love her very much, and rightly so. She’s a joy.
I hope you had a nice trip down to the Cape to see her, and that you were able to see her well. Lord, save the pictures. LOL……
Thanks for everything and have a safe trip home.
For Jonathan@Tooradin: I sent you an E-mail but it came back with a failure notice. ???
At this point there’s 919 posts. Fantastic!!!!!!!
Always thinking of you, and always proud of you.
Keep enjoying yourself and stay safe.
Loads of love and hugs, your faithful friend, fan and follower.
May God be with you and watch over you and may the angels keep your sails full, and I, I will keep you in my prayers.
Michael (75) from Kingwood, WV
Hi Jessica, I'm Martin, one of the pilots who flew over you yesterday with your parents, let me say that was an amazing experience and your parents were very happy to see you. I wish you the best and good winds! It was nice to see you! Good luck!
Hezakiah299,
I think that I noticed that there were several bloggers who had birthdays this past week, so Happy Birthday to them all. Your birthday, Michael, was a great prelude to Jessica’s big day. Celebrating you birthday was kind of way to usher Jess toward the Cape. It was fun to share your 75th with you as a way to kick off the festivities of this past week. I’m looking forward to sharing comments with you and all of the other Jessaholics throughout Jessica’s trip.
From Seattle, WA, USA
SaltyDog
Thankyou Andrew and the team for the latest progress report. I was wondering how Jesse was coping after missing much awaited rendezvous with Mum and Dad. A magical moment indeed. Can't wait for the 'flyover report'.
Biiig congrats on reaching the
10,000nm mark on Thursday Jesse.
Completely overlooked after all the excitement. Whao!..the legend is totally out of control...just kiddin :)
We're supporting ya all the way Captain and it's an honour and a pleasure to do so. Geez we're just putting pen to paper, or fingers to keyboard, you and your team are doin the hard yards. We're just happy to be part of/ involved in this history making journey. Carry on Captain!!
Nearly 1000 comments. Wow! I hope we can make that majical figure.
I'm probably around 930 so hopefully we can do it before your next post as comments are still comin in at a steady rate.
"Looking ahead and it's business as usual". You are so focused Jesse. Keep your 1st mate (EPL) on an even keel and steady as she
goes. Take care out there and as always, be safe and secured at all times.
Ben (Qld)
To Blogmaster Andrew,
What a fantastic job of dealing with a severe case of “Blog Bog.” Thank you for providing us with the outlet for our sincere support of Jess. Well done, Andrew!
Great job! Did you see your Mum and Dad while rounding the Cape?
Jan, East Coast, USA
Hello Jessica!
Well done for being such a brave and positive girl!
Love from Singapore
HUGE Congratulations!!
Nice pics, very well done sailor!
Cheers
Alex. from Mexico
Fantastic work!!!!
Rob
Columbia, Missouri, USA
http://media01.couriermail.com.au/multimedia/mediaplayer/main/index.html?id=1389
The first 3min 14secs is edited... let it run and then you get the raw footage.
I have this strange liquid welling up in my eyes... must be salty spray off Pink Lady's bow.
See also:
http://www.news.com.au/couriermail/story/0,23739,26593186-3102,00.html
A very proud Queensland Aussie.
Hi everyone,
Great video and pics of Jessica and her Mom and Dad's flyover!
http://www.heraldsun.com.au/news/jessica-watsons-see-their-sail-around-the-world-daughter-as-they-fly-over-her-in-southern-ocean/story-e6frf7jo-1225820152374
It will bring tears to your eyes!
Cheryl
great job Jessie. I have been folllowing you from the strat and look forward to your continued adventures.... and the book!. gaje Florida, USA
Hi again,
Here is the audio from Jessica and her parent's during their flyover!
http://media.heraldsun.com.au/Jessica%20Watson%20AUDIO_1-2_64K.mp3
AWESOME!
Cheryl
I can't imagine how you must have been feeling at that moment, but rather victorious I would think!
Your Mum and Dad must have been jubilant but how did they ever manage to stay put and not want to get to you and Ella?! :)
you are an amazing family.
blessings to you all,
julia
Great Job!!! Keep it up!!!
WooHoo! Congrats Jessica, and keep up the great pace!
Oooh Jesse,
I have tears in my eyes after having just watched a video of your contact with 'mum and dad'. Incredible footage. Just so thrilled that you all had a chance to connect. What an experience for you all!
Hope you get some rest over the next few days and are able to easily return to your regular routine.
Thinking of you
Gillian, France
PS Fellow bloggers. go to heraldsun website.
CONGRATS GIRL!! You are such an inspiration to us all. We are all there with you in our hearts and minds. PUSH ON!!!
Good work Jess,
Rounding the Cape is a big dream for many of us that follow you by your blogg. Keep up =)
Jesse,
You and your parents are awesome!!!
Here's the flyover news story and video:
http://www.news.com.au/couriermail/story/0,23739,26593186-3102.html
Clarra
Hi Jesse me again in the middle of the night. Just read online where you chatted with your Mum and Dad for 45 minutes as they flew overhead, is that right? Can't wait to hear from you and your account of rounding the Horn, great photos btw...........Meleese x
HEY Cape Horn...
Jessica has LEFT the building!
Our prayers were answered.
Welcome Jess, to our Atlantic Ocean
Thank you for sharing your photos,
Your face just BLOSSOMS with pride,
YOU Jess, are truly an earthangel!
PRESS ON for Cape Horn girl,
lenny Pittsburgh PA.
Congratulations on a great milestone. You are now a member of a very select group of sailors who have sailed around the Horn solo!
I imagine it must be quite something to see the cape appear out of the fog and mist after so many days at sea.
How far north to you plan to go crossing the Atlantic?
We are amazed at your accomplishment.
We keep you in our prayers and enjoy
your escapades each day as we have
our breakfast.
Larry & Elinor
Ocean Park, Washington USA
Hallo Jesse,
selbst in der Tageszeitung "Die Welt"
gab es eine Notiz zur Umrundung von
Kap Horn von Dir.
Alles Gute und herzliche Grüße aus
Potsdam von Familie
Wunder.
Flyover video
http://media01.couriermail.com.au/multimedia/mediaplayer/main/index.html?id=1389
Keep watching after 3:14 for out-takes and additional pictures!
Congratulations on your accomplishments thus far!
Congratulations on your accomplishments thus far!
What an accomplishment! Like so many others, I have been following your great adventure and I am stunned by what you have done.
In your blogs, could you tell us a bit more about the on board systems? What are you doing for electrical power, for instance? Solar panels, I assume, but what sorts of charging currents are you realizing? I have many questions on all sorts of things along these lines.
Doug Mills
Newport Beach, California USA
Dearest Jess,
Wishing you rest, sleep, good food and continued great spirits as you follow your goals.
May you have manageable winds and following seas.
I continue to keep your wellness close to my heart.
Mary, Maine, USA
PS. Word verification says "bliesu" and I say, "Yeah, bless you, Jess!"
01-15-10 @ 13:39
For GaylePhoenixAZUSA,
I just want to wish you a very Happy Birthday and may the next 56 hopefully be as nice as the last.
Fellow bloggers,
Tomorrow is Gayles Birthday, she will be a young 56, so it would be nice to send a fellow blogger a Birthday Greeting. Yes?????
She is a strong and faithful supportor of Jessica, Hail Gayle!!!!
Michael(75)from Kingwood, WV (USA)
You are so inspiring!! You GO GIRL!!! You are amazing and have touched so many people's lives. I follow you daily and love watching as you make your dreams come true.
Congratulations! I've been reading your blog for a while now, and I really enjoy it. What you are doing is amazing. You seem so confident and so clear-minded. Most of the adults I know would not be able to carry it off - even the ones with excellent seamanship skills. :-)
Safe journeys!
Dear Jessica,
As you are inspiring the whole world with your captivating journey into the salty history books of High Seas Sailing Solo-ness, something strange is happening. Your powers of inspiration have reached this tiny outpost in the outback desert regions of Western Australian, which I call home. The alluring call to the wild side of a life of a Solo Something Explorer has reached my dry desert dwelling, ex boilermakers, industrial deaf ears. There is at present an exhilarating power of possibility surging through my cholesterol encrusted veins, as I plead with the fickle father of fate, that there may be one last quest for me - in this my life of Desert-ness. I begin to beat my breast at the possibility of one last Quest as I am in the twinkling twilight of my tinkering around the shed days. I begin to think why not me, It can be Done, I want to go out with a bang... not just rust in the dust.
Somebody Stop Me!!!, Now I'm excited, I am now exploding with Hope. But alas, what Solo quest should I set out on ... I can not swim or sail, anyway I would not even contemplate the idea of competing with a master of the sea such as our Jesse. I must think, brainstorm, brainstorm, that is hard with only one brain, and one that has been exiled for three years to this Rabbit Proof Fenced in-humane warren of woe. The inspiration will not leave me, it is now combining with a raw mix of perspiration, (could be that it is 47 deg outside) as my whole body is entering into a unknown land..... I keep walking towards this new light ... it's called LIFE .. Its called Risk ... its called Hope.... and then I see a banner emblazoned on the illuminated horizon with the words of a Johnny Cash Song
"IF YOU DON'T TAKE A CHANCE, THE ANGELS WONT DANCE". And I say Alleluia, YES THATS ME, I WANT TO DANCE, I WANT TO DANCE, I WILL GO, but where ..................
And then there before me is a door, momentarily I hesitate, and then in a leap of desperate faith I fling the door open and the voice is as clear as the morning light on a desert day:
" CLOSE THE BLOODY DOOR, YOU'RE LETTING ALL THE STINKING FLIES IN "
It was MY WIFE ...................
"IT WAS JUST A MIRAGE", .... " I WAS ONLY DREAMING" .................................
Peace, Strength and Love to you.
Peter Bush
HYDEN
Congratulation from a very cold and wintry Sweden!!
Fam Atterling
Congrats Jesse!
Thanks to ANDREW for keeping this blog site together the last few days!!!!!!
Andrew conquered his own Cape Horn and Mount Everest with all the blog replies
UN SALUDO DESDE TIERRA CHILENA , POWER EN TU AVENTURA , UN ABRAZO A LA DISTACIA, CONGRATULACION.
Sat 16th
Good Morning Jess
Raining here in Lennox Head, back after my time up your way, hope the weather is reasonable for you...well look at all the comments and congratulations on the blog you deserve everyone BUT front page of the Sydney Daily Telegraph and I imagine other News Ltd papers ( haven't looked yet thought I would write first) in Aus is just great for you Jess...people need to know how good brave and tough you are...great editorial as well.Glad to see Mum and Dad finally found you in the flyover. smile, sleep well and know that AUS is behind you. More later
Dusty from Dubbo
Hey Jesse,
Congratulations on passing the half way mark. Now on to Sydney.
By the amount of comments you got on your blog, I can just imagine what your homecoming will be like in Sydney.
I agree with Clint, your photo is just great, It sum things up very well. You look like the cat that just swallowed the cannery.And you deserve it.
Take cars Jesse, what you've achieved so far nobody can take away from you.
Fair winds and following seas.
Angus.
Hi Jess, just saw the footage of your Mum & Dad in the plane when they first saw you rounding Cape Horn, very emotional, I couldn't help but tear up when I heard your Mum's reaction. Can only begin to imagine how she was feeling.
She's on the downhill run now Mum, I'll be thinking of you, & the rest of the clan as well as Jess when she finally arrives home :).
X
You looked into nothing and just said WOW!
That's all you had to say Jess!
WOW!
The mystical Cape Horn! (Mysti Kewl)!
Wow
If I had a web cam you could see me dancing and doing the moon walk! lol
Rock on Jess!
Billy!
Way to go!
Congratulations captain Jess!!!
Great pics...keep them commin.
Stay safe- Look fwd to your next post
Lars
Gothenburg
Sweden
HELLO AND "CONGRATULATIONS" JESSE.
You are a very courageous and brave girl. I do know what it is like to be in rough seas but your experience would be hard to beat.
All are so very proud of you.
Lynne (Picton, NZ)
How great that you got to see the cape and the weather allowed you. A memory to treasure. Thats beaut!
Squeeeeeee!!!!!
You did it!!! You did it!!!
*does a little happy dance*
xxx
Hi Jessica.
Congratulations, congratulations! Well done job rounding the Cape Horn.
This is first time I am writing at your blog, but I am every day following your great voyage around the world, since you leaved Sydney. I love to read the daily report about the life onboard Ella’s Pink Lady. I think it is amazing that a young girl – only 16 years (just a few years older than my grandchild) – is sailing solo around the world non-stop and unassisted. I is fantastic! You are a great model for all young people, when you show what is possible to do if you are committed to realize your dreams.
You show us via your website what it really means to do such a special circumnavigation nowadays. As you probably know was Joshua Slocum the first man ever to sail alone around the world. That was in the years 1895-1898. Some years ago I read his fascinating book “Sailing alone around the world”, and when I heard about your circumnavigation he was the first person that came into my thoughts, well knowing that his and yours conditions are truly different. But I think some experiences or elements of his and your voyage basically must be the same.
I wish that all your dreams about the circumnavigation will come true.
I wish that you can cope with all the challenges on your voyage.
Take care of yourself.
Best regard from
Joergen Bernth, Copenhagen, Denmark
ooops! I said mystical but you said Mythical!
Either way, Mythi-COOOL!
GO JESSE GO!
AWSOME AWSOME AWSOME AWSOME AWSOME!
CONGRATULATIONS FROM MICHIGAN!!!!
What a great turning point in your did we say...AWSOME..... JOURNEY!!
Love Jenny Gypsy Barb & Tigger
YOUR A TRUE SAILORETTE!!
Jessica! Congratulations on your incredible journey. We're watching your progress from Tampa, Florida, USA. You are a force to be reckoned with!
Cheers, Joann
Congrats!
You go girl!
01-15-10 @ 16:55
Hi Jessica,
Hey Lady, it looks like you’re half way to the Falklands already, you’re really on a roll now, aren’t you. Go for it………LOL…..
I couldn’t stay away from the video’s, I’m gonna have to get them on my 47” TV screen, that would be great….Someday…….There’s a lot of sailing and interview video’s of you. That would be quite a collection.
Watched your Mum and Dad and yourself on the video at the Cape, it was great, a little tearful. I don’t recall where I got this link, but it’ great. (I think it was Mary, Maine).
http://media01.couriermail.com.au/multimedia/mediaplayer/main/index.html?id=1389
For Dean/Deb:
Have a Happy Birthday and enjoy your day sailing. Go for it……..
For RichieParis: G.C.H. (Grumpy Cape Horn) I had a good laugh on this one. Way to go Richie. LOL……
For Peter Gold Coast: Yes, we have seen a lot of History made, both good and bad. I can remember exactly where I was on that infamous day when Pearl Harbor got hit. Things like that you never forget.
Cheers to the Shore Crew, can’t thank you enough Andrew for a fine job.
I know these are rough times for you.
Well Jessica, set your sail for the gale and haul tail. Yes??? LOL……….
Take care of yourself and be cautious, my love to the crew,and give them all a hug for me.
Loads of love and hugs, your faithful friend, fan and follower.
May God be with you and watch over you and may the angels keep your sails full, and I, I will keep you in my prayers.
Michael (75) from Kingwood, WV
Hey Jess - I'm addicted to your blog. Must read it before I start my day. Stay safe Darlin' you're doing just fine
Ruth
Sunshine Coast
Congratulations Jessica!!
Can see from the contented look in your photo that you have been waiting for a long time for this.
Take care, we are thinking of you.
Peter & Pat
Canberra
Hi Jessica,
Just letting you know you are BANNED from watching the video of your mum and dad flying over at Cape Horn.
You need to toughen up now and complete the tasks at hand.
No time for mushy mushy.
For all of us others here's the link and make sure you've got the tissues handy...
http://player.video.news.com.au/dailytelegraph/#1386198535
Amazing! Can't wait to hear/see more!
Hi,Jessica;
Don't know what's going on your site,''blog master'' Andrew, I have posted my CONGRATS comments to Jessica the last three day's and yet to see them published,so I will try again.
Jessica,my proudest belated CONGRATS to you for your Major ACCOMPLISHMENT so far on your dream adventure.
I know your world family is so so proud of you right now and being part of this family is a honor I have enjoyed daily.
Now,you have made your turn,HOPE YOU PUT ON YOUR ''TURN SIGNAL''.
Loved your video's and update,you make us feel we are right their with you young lady.
In my last posting I wanted to remind the entire ''world family'' Pause for a moment and PRAY FOR THOSE IN THE TRAGEDY IN ''HAITI''.
I am currently on stand by in a possible deployment their,am a member of an elite ''Search and Rescue Team'',have two of our teams deployed already with success' already,So I maybe out of contact in the next few weeks,let you all know if I should go.
''Sam'' thanks lady for your continued imaginative words and all the other regular blogger family.
Jessica,stay safe,warm and keep your ''motley crew ''busy.
I hung my ''Aussie'' flag on my balcony in your honor.
God speed,may the Gods of the oceans keep you safe.
Hugs to you and much love.
Stephen. M.,
Transplanted ''Aussie'',
Maryland,USA.
Oh Jesse, Jesse, Jesse,
What an incredible experience having Mum and & Dad fly over. The video is amazing and as usual I was brought to tears. It was wonderful seeing you out there on the big ocean looking so great.
I can imagine you would be exhausted by now after a very hectic and exciting time rounding Cape Horn. I hope you can get some good rest now.
Thanks to the Daily Telegraph for the incredible story and footage.
Accomplished in style Jesse,
Bluefin, Buderim, Queensland.
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