Well 'Silly' left us this morning (see pic below) but it was nice to have someone to talk to and have the company for a while. He really did have the most interesting opinions on the subjects of fashion and boys! He wasn't at all interested in any of the food I offered and didn't seem to mind the flash of the camera.
Not a real exciting day out here today, other than the usual chores, sail trimming, HF radio skeds etc. I actually slept through most of it. I'm becoming more and nocturnal lately because it's so much easier to get anything done when it cools down after the sunsets. It was good to get a few extra catnaps in while I've still got plenty of open water and nice conditions.
Not a real exciting day out here today, other than the usual chores, sail trimming, HF radio skeds etc. I actually slept through most of it. I'm becoming more and nocturnal lately because it's so much easier to get anything done when it cools down after the sunsets. It was good to get a few extra catnaps in while I've still got plenty of open water and nice conditions.
Dinner tonight was the yummiest omelette with powdered eggs, tinned butter, bacon bits and dried parsley.
I also attended (via a phone call!!) my first equator crossing party tonight, some of my aunties, uncles, cousins, Grandma and Granddad and all their friends got together in Cromwell in the South Island of New Zealand to celebrate Ella's Pink Lady and I crossing the line - but they were a little early!
The winds have been nice and steady all day so we've made good progress and only 50nm to the equator!! Anything could happen but right now it looks like we'll be crossing in about 10 hours which is Thursday morning back home in Australia. So it's a big day tomorrow.
Jesse
Pic: That's "Silly" sitting on top of the sailor 250
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xoxo Auntie Cath
Melbourne AUS
Congatualtions Jess its a minor achievement in the big picture for you but none the less its awesome!! Sad Silly didnt stay for another day! We will have a celebratory drink in your honour tonight and you still keep on keeping on and go you good thing!
cheers
Sue...Buderim
Jess
Congrats on reaching your first milsestone. Read your blog everyday and riding the waves with you.
Why do you have to go so far North before coming back down the South American Coast?
G'day Jesse
I don't think you have received my last two comments...my tower is playing up again for my wireless connection. So I will try again. CONGRATULATIONS on achieving one of many goals at about 730am THurs this morning. Well done.
my client who reads your blogs and is motivated by them as we all are let out a cheer, more like a scream that nearly deafened me!
He/she was thrilled
Must go busy... you good thing.. hope you get a thousand blogs wishing you well for your achievements so far great news with the sleep as well
sea ya
Dusty from Dubbo
Hi Jessica,
Thanks for the update on Silly the bird and soon reaching the equator! The closet poet came out of us and we wrote a poem about "pink" since it's such a gem of a color out there especially in the open seas!Here it goes:
Once upon a time there was
a blob of ink who was born
in a blink
She sailed the seas in search
of some we's and found herself
in a cob of me's
she wailed until her ink turned pink, and in a blink
she danced the seas until there were no more me's
but everybodies
soulful squeeze!
And that's the story of pink!
Love & Steady Winds,
Gypsy Barb Tigger Jenny~ Michigan
G'day Jesse....
' Shooting stars' while shooting the breeze, eh !! Doesn't get much better'n that !!!
So many romantic and spiritual notions associated with 'stars' aren't there !!--- and many of these are reflected in numerous songs about 'stars'.... And then, of course, there are the "ET's" which some like to speculate on. :))
Whatever, such an awesom experience that you'll surely "put in your pocket and save for a rainy day" , eh, Jess.
And _So Excellent_ to have 'touched paths' with 'Silly', too. I'm sure there'll be quite a few others dropping in on you before your Quest is over.... now that the 'word is out in seabirdland' of this 'Special Traveller' in their domain !! Hehheh.
Dinner sounds good-- But I can't wait to hear about the 'first fish' Extravaganza!!! ~~~ THAT will be 'something else'.
_Most Important... Congratulations on your Line Crossing. I'm raising a small glass of 'cheeky Shiraz' to you right now. ** Good on y'Jesse. ~ An Outstanding achievement and welcome 'milestone' of your 'way'.
OK... touched your path, yet again. Now it's 'outa y'way'.
... best wishes...
Ooc.
Well I must say I enjoyed my stay on your little boat Jesse. It's good to find a human who's realized that cruising around the ocean on your own is a very pleasant lifestyle – we petrels have know that for a long time of course!
I'm glad you enjoyed my fashion tips, though I'm pretty conservative in that area myself - brown feathers do it for me, every time - though I can appreciate that your toe nails should match your boat and that a sarong and a singlet makes just the right statement in your situation. Personally, I like a change of plumage at least once a year, so maybe that's something you could think about.
As far as the boy thing goes – well, I guess I should keep that private, but remember, at least you don't have to fly off and find a new shag on a rock to get a family going every year, only to have the little dears fly off into unknown dangers at a ridiculously early age. Maybe your mum could appreciate that last point though.
Anyway, must fly. Thanks for the stale cupcakes you offered (it's the thought that counts) and maybe a little fish next time?
All the best,
Viva Jessica!
Its just after 8 pm here in Savannah, and I just returned from Choir Practice. As I drove back something suddenly struck my memory and when I got home I pulled out 'Maiden Voyage' and suddenley confirmed what I was thinking. You are going the opposite way around from Tania Aebis' journey. but on page 94 she says "I had a pilot chart of the entire Pacific Ocean, all 64 million miles of it. On the chart, the Marquesas were a blurry peppering of dots below the equator, almost exactly between South America and Australia..." Tania was learning to play the guitar as she made the passage through those Equatorial waters The House of The Rising Sun. A song I teach all my budding guitarists too. As Varuna cruised she learned the song 'inside and out'..and set out to master navigation. She didn't have a gps or any of those blessings..She found her way to the Carribean using RDF (Radio Direction Finding). Which truly scared her Dad as she was late arriving in St.John. How different..yet how similar..she at 18 and you at 16 similar temperament.." Anyway It was quite an awakening to realize she went toward the setting sun while you are meeting it as it rises..
hope you're having a great time Jessica.. make sure to write your thoughts down so you have them forever.. keep it up! and make sure you have double and triple prepared for the Cape horn leg it can be nasty.. make sure you can do things with your eyes closed so its in your head... wishing you smooth waters and calm seas..
Paul
You are an inspiration to many. Keep on enjoying yourself. You will look back on this time in your life with great fondness, I'm sure.
congratulations! you are a gutsy girl and i wish you all the best. you will have memories to last you a lifetime and more!
Hi Jess,
Nearly there - (first big step)
“With the possible exception of the equator, everything begins somewhere.”
Take Care
Your a legend
Mick
MNC NSW
Rolf Silly me thought there was a bird in the pic. He I am trying to makeout the shape of the bird in the darkness of the night sky background. lol
Silly Ali Qld
There is a bird on top of sailor. I thought you were joking. In the pic all I saw was sailor then blackness. Until I opened a paint program and played with it and now I see silly.
lol Ali Qld :D
11-18-09 @21:00
Hi Jessica,
Well, it looks like I can officially congratulate you now. I just read the news from the shore crew that you officially crossed the Equator at 07:17 11-19-09. We're so proud of you young lady. Words fail to express how great it is to have been able to take part in such an enjoyable adventure. I know I'm just an armchair quarterback, but the way you write and explain what's going on makes me feel like I'm right there with you.
Congrats to your Mom & Dad and the Shore Crew as well, for helping you get this far, a good job by one and all. Great teamwork!!!
Well Jessica, continue on doing what you do best, stay safe and be alert at all times and make sure you enjoy yourself.
May God be with you and watch over you and may the angels keep your sails full. I will keep you in my prayers.
Michael (74) from Kingwood, WV
Congratulations on crossing the equator Jess! It's all in the news here and I'm absolutely thrilled for you!! Well done! Xxx
Trace
Brissie
Just one fabulous post after another! I love reading these little snippets about your adventure. Having recently sold my own sailboat and being 'between boats' I can only drive to the SoCal coast and look out at the seas. But - soon!
Stay safe, move fast, cross that line, and then go down to the tip of the Americas, young lady!
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Yay Silly!!!!! He was only with us for a short time, but made an impression!!!
Captain Jessica, Welcome to the Northern Hemisphere!
Mark Passmore
USA
Congratulations, Jess, from me and hundreds of others in the USA! I feel "late" toasting you (it's 9:18pm, Wednesday Nov.18th). In my book,though, you DID cross the Equator on the 18th (this afternoon, Eastern time, according to one of your US fans. Thank you, btw).
Here's a toast to Captain Watson, recognized for her extraordinary accomplishments preparing for, embarking on, and realizing her worldwide solo sailing mission.
May you continue to sail in safety, with courage, clarity and good winds. Blessings to you and all of your family and support team.
In peace, Mary, Maine, USA
Hello Jesse, You are less then a day away from crossing the line:) you are such a trooper! Loved the the picture of Silly. Congrat's a little bit early.
Jersey Shore Mom, USA
Congrats on crossing the equator! was breaking news on the radio a whiles ago..wtg girl! Reading your blog every day,thanks for sharing your journey with us landlubbers
Hi Jess, Congratulations on crossing the Equator. What an amazing thing to do. We wish you well for your next leg to Cape Horn and will check in each to to watch your progress.
Barby and family in Melbourne
So excited for you Jesse! I look forward to hearing of your crossing! You've inspired me to read about others who have taken to the sea to set records. I just finished a book about George Harbo and Frank Samuelsen who crossed the Atlantic in a rowboat in 1896. Have you read this one? I am really enjoying your blogs and think about you often, always sending best wishes!
~Deidre NC, USA
Jessica Watson CROSSES THE EQUATOR!!!!
Welcome to the North
Just remember one thing:
EPIRB stands for Ella's Pinklady Is Ready to Blow!
Just a way to remind you when to use it!
Martin
Hey there Jess, I hope you're well.
CONGRATULATIONS!!! You Shellback you! I took a day off today in your honour. Nice going...well done...you're making every one of us (bloggers) proud. I can't wait to read your next post. I hope you make good progress today and have a great day. Stay safe...Sam
If anyone is interested in getting closer to finding out what kind of bird Silly is, check this out...
http://www.ozanimals.com/Bird/South-Polar-Skua/Catharacta/maccormicki.html
If Silly is in fact related to this fellow then poor Silly is a long way from home. Or maybe he's going for the avian record of flying around the world. And the reason he flew off before the equator is that he has to fly over the equator himself as a criteria.
To blogger "Amazedbyou"...I'll be there with a bright pink T-shirt on and white SAMURAI on the back.
Congratulations from Canada!! Have been reading your blog every day, so very impressed! Keep Safe and know that there is many people thinking about you out there all alone-so brave!
Diana
YOU DID IT! YOU'RE FIRST MAJOR MILESTONE COMPLETE! Just read on the your news update link that you have crossed the Equator. I am very proud and happy for you, and duly impressed!!! Keep up the great work Jesse and stay safe :o)
~Deidre NC, USA
Hi Jess
Congrats on your success so far. Good luck for the next part of the journey.
Jen
Dear jassica watson you are lucky to sail around the world you rock!
Hey Jess,
We just heard the news that you have recently crossed the equator! We were wondering how you will be celebrating! Hopefully not shaving your head or any other crazy line crossing antics! Cheers and good luck, Leeroy
Hi Jesse,
This is Olivia. It's funny that you are turning nocturnal.
This is Jake. How was the shooting star you saw? I have never seen a shooting star before but I hope it was pretty.
This is Martin. I hope you had a good time playing with the dolphins and with 'Silly'.
We are all so excited that you crossed the equator this morning. You are really amazing! We hope the rest of your trip is just as successful.
Remember to wear your life jacket and clothes when it gets cold.
You should wear thick jackets when you go down to South America.
P.S. Be careful and we are watching you.
Love from Olivia, Martin, Jake and Mrs Bradley x
Hi Jesse, just found an excuse to leave a meeting to see whether you had crossed the line? you have CONGRATULATIONS!!!time is passing quickly and before you know it you will be around "The Horn" and won't that be something.You are capable of taking every situation and opportunity! as they present themselves Jesse,enjoy the day, and savour each moment, for your lifetime of memories.Stay positve,stay focussed,and stay "clipped on"Godspeed,God Bless, our thoughts and prayers are yours.Jesse you are a star! Dougal
Hi Jess
We just got confirmation that you have reached the equater. Really excited and proud of your achievements thusfar. Thanks for taking the time to fill us in daily. Stay well and enjoy the rest of your journey & big congratulations girl!
God Bless
Vijay & family
Brisbane Australia
hi. have just hooked into your blog. was thinking about you and your amazing feat and my colleagues and i here in Nelson, New Zealand thought we'd go searching for a website for an update...so here we are.
man girl...you are awesome! truly inspirational. i cant imagine EVER doing something so bold and challenging...let alone as a 16yr old.
all the best. when times get tough...remember all the people who are there with you in spirit.
go for it!
Brenda Curnow, 27yrs, Nelson, NZ
Congratulations on crossing the equator. You had an interesting night last night with a shooting star and Silly sleeping over.
Regards from Roger - Cleveland Q
Jesse the Explorer
Heartfelt congratulations,blessings and prayers on Crossing the Equator. Yeaaaaaaa! for Captain Jesse! Placing a pin right on the line for you (been following you on my wall map).
God speed sailor.
Ben from Texas
Rock on Jess! Congrats on your latest milestone. Fair winds/ tight sails Jess! Cheers Kris
Well Done Jessica, its 15.45 thurs. here in melbourne. By now i guess you are over the line and a genuine Shellback.. Once you turn around it's all down hill lol.
Jack
From one shellback to another...
I am filled with admiration of your intestinal fortitude.
Best wishes for your good health and stamina as well as fair winds and calm seas.
Cape horn, here we come. Please be kind. XOX
Hey Jesse
Silly is sooo cute, and i think lives up to his name for not sticking around for the celebrations...
I missed yesterdays blog as i was hard at work....but you passed the equator now and i hope you have done nothing but celebrate all day....smile
Shooting stars are very good omens and ide be betting your going to have a pretty much uneventful trip....can be kinda boring at times, but better than having disaster strike....you will just have to make up your own excitement...smile
I wonder if silly will be back another day to finish your conversation on boys and fashion....maybe you could get him to help with school work...smile
Anyway...off to work again for me....keep enjoying....let us know how you celebrated....any pink cupcakes???
stay safe, have fun
Deb and the Growing fast guineas... LOL
Congratulations on crossing the equator!
It is great how your voyage is broken down into a series of goals. There is a big lesson for all of us in that. Take a big project and break it up into doable pieces. Why, you could use that method, and sail around the world!
Here's wishing you all the best, your drive and determination are inspirational!
Richard in Maryland
Good work on making the milestone Jess! Crank some tunes for me out there! Awesome seeing a shooting star. Keep having fun.
Alex
Well Done! Thanks for giving the exact time for the equator crossing. Now you are a shellback catching fish will be much easier.
Hi Jesse,
I might as well say congratulations because by the time you receive this blog you will BE OVER THE EQUATOR. How lovely for your extended family in New Zealand to celebrate your great accomplishment. They must all be so proud of you, just as all your fans are. You must let us know what you cook that is "PINK" to celebrate and maybe a photo????
How wonderful that you caught a photo of "Silly" and saw a shooting star. What a great collection of photos and memories you have collected already.
My prayers are that you will have kind, gentle seas during the next part of your voyage but with winds that will push yourself and EPL along nicely. Keep safe Jesse.
Thanks again for a great blog.
Jan (Auckland, New Zealand)
hi jess
glad to see it wont be long now before you cross the equator and you had that early party from your clan if silly dos come back say hi from everyone will you
go jess will be thinking of you in the morning
kellie
one other thing jess where do i find where you are i thought there was something even if it is late
kellie
Hi Jess, wow not long now for the equator how exciting for you!! I think you should toast yourself with some pink lemonade!! (or water with a drop of red food dye lol) So Silly up and left, at least you had his company for a short while. Thanks for the pic it was nice to meet Silly!
Take care 'til the next time.
Jo
Sydney
Hey Jess,
I really love your courage. You are a real inspiration to all the kids of your generation.
PS I'd be eating those squid that jump on board. If you get tired of your bag meals you could try catching your dinner!
Best of luck.
Mike
What great blogs you write!Great to see all has gone well in the first month. Best of luck with the next milestone south!
Dale - Adelaide
go jess,congrats on passing the equator.We follow your blog every day first thing every morning and check on it at night.Be safe and cant wait to see the photos of you passing the equator.from mick and family...rockhampton...
Hi Jesse,
I've read the news that you've crossed the equater... so good on you!!!
Cya Jesse,
Gabi
Nice Going Jessica, congratulations on the successful equatorial crossing, goodonya!!
Safe journey, and keep banking those sleep times you'll need them!
Cheers!!
Mark.... Bateau Bay
Hey Jesse
It hot in Dubbo 42 c but you are also hot news having crossed the equator. You are all over the news...I imagine 6pm TV news in QLD will be bigger than here. Oh so happy you have made it thus far. I hope your celebrations are terrific tonight
You are just so good and mentally strong you amaze me
Sea ya
Dusty from Dubbo
HI Jessica,
Your journey makes me cry I dont know why, all I feel is absolute pride and I dont even know you. Way to go girl, what an experience! Take care of yourself xo
GO JESS !!!!
is right. Congratulations on entering the more populous hemisphere. Now you can talk about "down under" being WAY down there. On to Kiritimati / Christmas island. Take a right and point towards the horn. THE HORN !!!!
Will be following your adventure daily and hoping all goes well.
GO GIRL !!!
Bob from Seattle
Congratulations, Skipper Jesse! Soon you'll be around Kiribati and aiming at the Cape. What should we hope for? A big high pressure system and you to rendezvous there, so the seas will be moderate and the long Austral summer days sunny? Hope you have a nice, boring, uneventful and SAFE passage! Go!Go!Jess!
From Todd
by the Big Cold Lake
Wen.Nov.18/2009 (11:20pm)
I think Jesse is taking some zzzz's after pushing it so hard in that heat today.
Just as well Silly was a good talker else you would go crazy.
Best wishes!
Congratulations Jessica
I'm sure you'd be in the northern hemisphere by now. I'll soon know because I'm writing this and watching the 5.00pm news at the same time and you are going to feature any moment now.
I love reading your blogs and admire you so much.
Suzi Lee
Sydney, Australia
I'll be anxious to see a picture of the GPS reading all zeros! You are cruising right along, Miss Jessica! -Karyn, IN, USA
heard you made the first major milestone this morning!! Well done JESS!!! we're all cheering for you.
Onto the next one!
CJ, Perth, Western Australia
Congratulations Jess, just heard the news. I have been keeping up to date with your blog everyday. But this is the first time I have commented. Great news. Hope silly comes back for another chat soon
Looking forward to the turning point as I'm sure you are.
Best Wishes
Peter
Queanbeyan
Congrats crossing the line! Did you meet Neptune? Perhaps Silly didn't want to and the water in the sink drains in the wrong way? :) One also needs to spin counterclockwise three times with eyes closed, drive on the other side of the road and run around the track on a different direction? :)
Jess, I have just watched you chatting with your parents on the news and as a parent myself I was so thrilled to hear that you have reached the equator. You have shown maturity well beyond your years. May your little friend "Silly"have brought you some comfort and I beleive that he was sent to check on you whilst on your journey. I also think the shooting star was meant for you as a good luck symbol for what lies ahead. Good Sailing Jess
Congratulations on crossing the equator and upon clocking up your first month of your trip. Happy sailing!!!!
Freddo SydneY australia.
Jessica, congratulations on crossing the equator this morning. I hope all the arm-chair critics back in Australia are eating their own hats right now :-)
Your ardent supporters are all very proud of you, and we know you have what it takes to achieve your final goal of returning to Australia with the world record for youngest solo circumnavigator.
Your voyage is an inspiration to me everyday.
Regards
Chris Akenfelds
Brisbane QLD
akenfelds @ lycos . com
Great to see another video. Your blogs are teriffic, but the videos add another dimension - can almost feel the waves.
So glad that you and the boat are doing so well. You have a great support system and even greater courage.
God speed.
Hi Jessica.
Just wishing you fairwinds from Oz.
Liz and Alf.
Hi Jess,
I'm Bryn
I've been following you ever since the day you left and so has my class
I'm in year 4 and we've been reading your blog every day
Congratulations on reaching the equator and hope you break the record
Bryn Greenhalgh,WA,Aus
Hi Jessica, just want to say well done on crossing the equator. And well done for talking on this journey. I wish you all the best. Tracking your journey from Melbourne. Do us proud.
Dave Trainer.
EcoManiac
Melbourne.
Jesse,
You did it !!!!!!
Congratulations on your first huge milestone. The equator and King Neptune have come and gone.
What an amazing achievement.
Keep on going.
Stay safe and come home soon.
June and Richard Thorn
Hi Jess,
I'm Bryn
I've been following you ever since the day you left and so has my class
I'm in year 4 and we have been reading your blog every day
Congratulations on passing the equator
Bryn Greenhalgh,WA,Aus,Perth
I just found this site and I will be looking in on you Jessica and I love the pic's this is so cool that you are doing this good on you and you go girl xox Shaylene Ward Mt Eliza Vic
Hi Jess,
I'm Bryn
I've been following you ever since the day you left and so has my class
we've been reading your blog every day and we also saw silly
Congrats on passing the equator
Bryn,WA,Aus,Perth
CONGRATULATIONS JESSICA !!!!!!!
Over the equator and the world went with you. Good to see you on the 7PM PROJECT. Stay safe and we look forward to your next blog entry
Gary & Kerryn, Traralgon VIC
Hi Jess,
I had a drink to celebrate your departure and have thought of your journey when hearing about it in the media, then today I stumbled across your blogs. WOW you write so well. Your family and support people have every right to be so proud of you.
I've taken about 4 hours of work time today just reading of your adventure & looking at your photos. Thank you for sharing with us, I'm sure we will all learn something from your journey.
You go girl!
Happy Sailing.
Britt
Wow! You are so amazing... a true inspiration to others to go after their dreams! Maybe, just maybe, I'll go after mine. :)
Congratulations, Jessica. Well done. Keep up the good work, and just take extra care now as I here you are heading for the nasty areas.
Please keep us up to speed as much as you can. Myself, like all of us on here, eagerly await your posts and your videos (especially) every second, minute, hour of the day.
Take care, darls.
“To accomplish great things, we must not only act, but also dream; not only plan, but also believe.” Anatole France
Throughout the centuries there were men who took first steps down new roads armed with nothing but their own vision.
Ayn Rand
You have a keen eye watching you jess, its in the form of my daughter PARIS GYPSY-ROSE shes 5.
A close up of a shooting star, while sailing the sea .. that stole my heart.
Enjoy !!
Jess
Congratulations on crossing the line
Go Jess
From Jo
Hey Jesa, Just wanted to share with you a little tip with your night photography. When taking photos upright, always make sure that you have the flash on top. Ib your photo with Silly, the bird would have looked better when lit. Freddo Australia
Hey Jesse,
I,m guessing that be the time I get up tomorrow there will be another blog saying you've crossed the line. So I'll wish you a hearty congratulations now and join the other millions that wish you the best.
You sure have got a nation off there butt and right behind you.
Good on you Jess.
Fair winds and following seas.
Angus.
Good luck crossing the equator Jessica! :)
Go champion!
Isn't it lovely when the neighsayers get thier comupance!
Hey Jess,
great to know that you passed the line, my class and I have been following you since you left and we have been reading your blog each day and we have also been seeing your videos hope you break the record
Bryn,WA,Aus,Perth
CONGRATULATIONS on reaching the Equator this morning!
Ben Turner - Melbourne
hey jess,wot time sunrise and sunset at the mo,
Hi Jess
"Silly" looks very comfortable there!
My class and I have bean reading your blog about nearly every day. We have a map on our pinboard in the class and we have a line to track your voyage and we always add bits on!
SO GOOD SO FAR!
lots of luck!
Luv Lilli
Australia WA perth
Hi Jess, all. Firstly congrats on crossing the equator. Next stop the date line!
I am pretty sure that Silly is a shearwater, there are a lot of them out there. Brown shearwaters come in lots of sizes and breeds but I think this one is from Christmas Island so he's not so far from home at all.
Fair winds and safe sailing.
Could Silly be a Storm-Petrel perhaps?
Storm-Petrels are seabirds in the family Hydrobatidae, part of the order Procellariiformes. These smallest of seabirds feed on planktonic crustaceans and small fish picked from the surface, typically while hovering. The flight is fluttering and sometimes bat-like.
Storm-petrels have a cosmopolitan distribution, being found in all oceans. They are strictly pelagic, coming to land only when breeding.
Its hard to tell from this picture...
Congratulations - and welcome to the Northern Hemisphere. Keep up the great work Jess and keep up the blog - it is enthralling to read, and your pictures are great too.
This is simply SPECTACULAR! Stay focused and in the moment Jess,
Rob Daniel
hey Jessica, well done on your journey so far...that little 'bird' Silly is youre guardian angel my girl!! He looks like a sooty shearwater(muttonbird) on his way to NZ for summer.
Kia kaha eh kotiro(be strong now girl)you transverse the highways of my ancestors...
Ka kite ano,(goodbye for now)
Evexxx
omg!!!!! that bird is so cute i wish i was there to play with him lol
i hope it brings u gud luck
with u all that best
monique (12 yr old)
hi Jessica ...I have never crossed the Equator by boat before ...but I took a really big boat once from Sydney to Rio...at the time I was only 19...and it was an Adventure...there was even a Stow-away on board he was photographed with a plate of 10 Lobsters piled one on top of the other he got arrested when his visa was out of order when we pulled into Montevideo...the seas got roughish around about the Easter Island mark...I hope you get really smooth seas,,,,you may have to Batten down the Hatches...and ride it out at some stage,,,,what on earth would u do if you found yourself in a big storm...is there any Protocol to follow .....please let us all know...cheers Bernie 777....
I'm glad that you made it to the equater and i hope you make it were you are going.
Good luck.
From Jenna.
PS you rock
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