[password] ninkea14
[position] 03 04.4N 157 22.6W
[weather] Sunny, wall to wall blue. Winds ESE 15-20, Sailing with full headsail 5-6k
[status] Day 33... Well needless to say that the night was anything but restful. Every time the boat lurched violently due to swell, I was cringing. But the night was also enlightening as we both thought of spare parts that could help. So this morning, the skipper was wound up twice more and, when we finished we were breathing easier, much happier with this new fix. Plans were once again changed and we are heading to Tokelau where we hope for a flat anchorage that will allow Phil to return to the top check that the fix is still good. Being hoisted up the mast 5 times in rocking seas sure left their mark on my dear skipper. The inside of his arms are covered in bruises from wrist to shoulder. And we would like to take this opportunity to thank you for your encouraging emails and positive thoughts. It is much appreciated. Unfortunately, we cannot read the comments you leave directly on YIT, (we need internet) but we know they are there. A thousand thanks xx
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