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Arkouda - Land Ho!



We finally arrived yesterday at about 11:00 local time--21 days at sea, 4 in Cape Verde. I guess we really not ready for it to end--as soon as we crossed the finish line we dropped our anchor and have not moved yet!

As we were rounding Pigeon Island we had a call on the VHF from some friends from Lanzarote. Bob from Wahoo who had been waiting for us but had to get to the airport. I am sure our paths will cross again! A half a minute after crossing the finish line our friends from Twixter also called, and then guided us into the anchorage in their dingy.

It was all a little overwhelming to see all the boats in the anchorage, smell the land, and hear the sounds of civilization! I think I needed a slow re acclimation, and this has been the perfect spot.

We have to head in tomorrow and find a suitable berth to Leave Arkouda. Our plane leaves Sunday, but there is some question of whether the marina has space for us. It does not feel right leaving her rafted up to another boat--too many things could go wrong. She brought us safely across, without any real drama, and deserves better.

Can't wait to start planning our next adventure!

Cynthia

Sent from my iPad


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