Location: Underway to Palau
When I woke up this morning, something felt different. It was very quiet; all I could hear were the sounds of the waves crashing alongside Argo and the wind blowing through her sails. At 8 am this morning, the engine was shut off, and we were officially sailing!! It was very exciting because it was our first time sailing without the engine running.
This morning I was also able to practice my charting in the salon, and then after, I took a very nice nap up on deck. This nap was extra special because the sail was blocking the sun, and the sounds of the waves were very soothing. At 1200 we had lunch and then Seamanship with Elle, where we practiced charting. We then went up on deck to gybe (which was exciting), and after we went back down in the salon for Marine Biology, where we learned about sea birds and reptiles. After class, we all went up for deck-showers, which felt absolutely amazing (it’s one of my favorite parts of the day). We then gybed again, had some dinner, and finished up the night with a squeeze!
Shout outs:
From Me (Jennifer)- Hey Landon!!! Im really missing you, and I cant wait to see you again ☺ I hope youre having an amazing time in Lake Powel. The passage has been pretty sick, seasickness has been a butt, but overall very fun, and I cant wait to tell you all about it. I love you <3 and I miss you!
Hey Mom and Dad! Im not sure if you guys know about the blog, but if you are aware, I just wanted to say that I love you guys, I miss you guys, and Ill see you soon!
From Caleigh Hi, mom and dad, Boomer, and maybe Jeffrey if hes still checking in on me 🙂 You guys would be so proud of how quickly I overcame my seasickness! I was the boot and rally queen the first few days. I miss you guys, and Ill check in once we get to Palau!! Also idk if you guys heard, but were potentially meeting the President of Palau and US Ambassador for Palau ~no big deal~!
From Morgan Happy 19th, Ava!!! Hope you had a great day! All my love from the South Pacific.
From Caroline Happy birthday Bryce!!! I hope you had the best day. I miss you and love you a ton! Cant wait to see you <3
Current position:
0555.08’S
15919.15’E
Pictured:
Me on the helm
Catherine on the helm with Gabe being goofy
Morgan and Caroline enjoying a beautiful morning watch