We are now over half way, with over 1650 miles under our belt.. We did 152 miles yesterday, so at that rate, another 8 days or so to St. lucia. Had gusts of 30+ last night, coupled with the 2 meter or so swell, it kept trying to gybe the main sail, which, of course, is why we have a 'preventer'. Still breezy tonight, but better behaved (yes, I write these on my night watch).
No sight of any other yacht for a few days now, just a wide expansive disk of sea, wonderful stars, including many shooting stars. I believe that a meteor shower is due in the next few days ... it should be magnificent.
The moon is wonderful, and seems to light a silver highway exactly where we are sailing.
Passed over an area 5000 meters deep ... how high is Mont Blanc? Makes you think!
We are now pretty well 1000 miles from all land in any direction.
Saw a flight of flying fish earlier, amazing things.
Put the boat clock back one more hour today, so we are now 3 hours behind GMT. Also shaved off my beard, it was itching like crazy.
Getting on well with the sextant now, sorting my declinations from my azimuths.
Gourmet corner: We had filet mignon de porc, stuffed with apricot, ginger amd garlic and brazed in white wine on a bed of leaks.Served with haricot blanc, it was pretty tasty.
OK, time to hit the sack ....
Written by David Holmes
Crew: Hanami II
December 2nd 2011
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