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Antares - ARC 2014 - As we near the END



As Antares completes her task of keeping the eastern border of ARC safe from all intruders, we prepare for the final dash to the finish. We may be just a little later than we anticipated but light winds, no spinnaker and no diesel refuel stops along the way have slowed our progress. But, progress is in the winds for today and we hope to see the rum punch welcome by tomorrow PM.
As we complete this journey, we have had several reminders of the highlights. On the 6-9 AM watch this morning, the whales greeted us off our stern. Although they didn't stay long, they had covered OUR eastern border and were probably telling us "you are on your own". And, our last two dinners have reminded us of Joe's mastery of the sailing kitchen -- chicken curry Wednesday and spaghetti on Thursday. Finally, Scott continues in his ability to find wind when there is none and make Monte (the sail monitor) steer towards home.
This has been quite an adventure for me as a first time off shore sailor. I appreciate the patience and guidance of my crew mates, the support of folks at home who have advised us along they way and the support of our families who have had to "go it alone" for several weeks.
Until the next such adventure, I sign off as one of the Tres Amigos (or Three Stooges, as some have suggested).
Bobby


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