let alone attempt to win a sailing match across the Atlantic Ocean.
The sun is burning off enough mist and ocean spray to give us approximately 3 miles of visibility. Seas are more calm than last night, running 6 to 8 feet but keeping an eye out for the rollers! Winds are a steady 22kts gusting to 28. A pod of dolpins helped me to keep on course this morning, 85-90 degrees straight into Horta.
ETA is late tonight. We cannot see the islands but the spirits of the crew is evidence enough that they are out there, just beyond the mist. The end of this day should bring an end to this first leg for all teams, a hot shower and a few cold beers.It has been my honor and privilege to sail with this Captain and this fine crew. I have no doubt that the second leg of their voyage will meet with the same reaults as the first.
New friends, new stories to tell, and a deeper love of sailing the seas.
Much love to family and friends who are following and supporting us!
Crew Person Bill
p.s. we do not get to see the blog messages you are sending until in port but knowing they are there waiting for us is greatly appreciated
hi bill,
so happy for you to accomplish another one of your dreams !
have a safe trip home. we are anxious to see you and to hear
about your adventure. love, mom
ps. my best to all the crew .
RISCH COVERING WELL. NEW OFFER FROM MOORINGS. WE WILL BE IN HILTON HEAD AFTER SAT WITH ALL PHONES. WE ARE PROUD OF YOU, THE CREW AND YOUR PASSAGE. SAFE TRAVELS HOME. FAIR WINDS AND A FOLLOWING SEA BROTHER
Little brother;
I have loved checking on you and your crew mates progress. What an incredible experience for all.
There is something about the seas and the privilege of being part of all that is out there. I know the doplhins are like family guiding you along, I always love their frolic and play, I find it reassuring to see them so far from land.
I have been envious of your trip and am anxious to hear the whole story.
Good luck to the end of your leg and to the rest of the crew for the balance of theirs.
Much love and Congrats. Well done.
Connie
Almost within reach!
It’s been great to know you are being guided and looked after by the dolphins. Beautiful creatures that they are. I wonder if the dolphins have got bets on you guys> Intelligent creatures you know!
Well done you intrepid souls on Isis and to you Iain my son.
You deserve far more than a couple of cold beers or three! but I’ll bet visions of such are dancing in your heads!
You won’t be able to sleep at Horta because your beds will be so still.!!
Sounds as if you are enjoying every minute of it all.
There will be such tales to tell your Grandchildren in later years.
We love you and are as proud as Punch of you all. God guide you safely to Horta.
Talk to you soon. Love Mum & David
Love Mum&David
By the way Iaian. Can you phone us from Orta? Even if it is only for ten seconds that we speak!?
416-233-6504. Reverse the charges if you can.
Luv us.xx
Hi Soph
Cant believe you are at the Azores already! Hope that you are ok and spirits are up. Just remember all of the great memories you will take away with you when you are on those long nights on watch!
Love you lots
xxxxx Chloe
p.s. hope you get this. xxx
Well done to you all! It has been very exciting watching your daily progress. Hope you are all now enjoying a well deserved rest and a few celebratory drinks!
!!!!
Love
Sarah Watson xx
PS Dad, not a bad achievement for a nearly 60 year old
Bill,
Congrats !!! What an awesome achievement!!! I believe the sea is one of the world’s greatest teachers. As well as being a great healer of the mind , body and spirit!! What wisdom you must have gained from your experience!!!
Now it is time to relax and celebrate!!!!
Congrats to all the crew.
Peace and safe travels home,
Robin
Salut à tout l’équipage et particulièrement David,
Enfin un commentaire en français!!! que pourra lire David et le pauvre Breton qui fait équipage qu’avec des anglophones. Poor guy!!!
Impossible de lire le blog du bureau (accès interdit!!!) et pas toujours le temps à la maison. Enfin, j’y suis et je vois que vous êtes déjà aux Açores. Impossible!!!! le temps passe trop vite… Je vois que vous avez du fun!!!
David, votre rêve se réalise, votre français et la langue bretonne doivent s’améliorer… et pendant ce temps-là, Cécile, on l’oublie, même pas une petite bise pour son anniversaire!!! Bon, je pardonne, trop occupé sans doute sur le voilier… J’espère que vos coéquipiers n’oublieront pas votre birthday à l’arrivée à Portsmout!!!
Allez bon vent, bon temps avec Pat et à bientôt pour les prochaines news.
La “toujours fidèle” Cécile
Bons ventos para a restante viagem!
Foi um prazer conhecer a equipa. Espero voltar a velejar com todos.
Abraço a todos e especialmente ao Luiz Gonçalves (Skipper) e até para o ano q vem, talvez em Antigua
Se precisarem de alguma coisa dos Açores estou a vossa disposição.
Ruben Goulart
Has Andy Fowler fallen overboard or sailed you into any rocks even when there aren’t any yet?