[password] beeskiff
[position] 29 05.500s 162 56.800e
[status] Late yesterday afternoon the wind lightened further and we motored all night with just 3rd reef for stability. Heading a little East of the rhumb line to allow for possible easterly trades later, but all predictwind models show favorable direction at this stage, albeit in the light side. I think we will be burning some diesel dollars to try to get there asap and try to make Friday checkin. Swell is coming round behind us further so sea state is good and comfortable, lending itself to catching up on plenty of sleep. Had our first proper hot meal last night, delicious lamb curry which Lyn pre-cooked in Newcastle. Life is good apart from the sadness of Dad.
[speed] 6.8
[heading] 68T
[weather] 10knts SSW 2m swell from the S 20% cloud cover.

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