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Firefly - Back at sea



At noon local time we officially started the World Arc. The starting line was in Rodney Bay just outside the marina. We were reminded at the briefings that this is a rally and not a race yet at noon our competitive streak kicked in and we hit the starting line with the gun. In fact there was a little wager placed whether we would be first over the line or get there too early. Fortunately there will be a beer waiting for us when we arrive!

We are now 7 hours into our voyage making good progress down wind towards the San Blas islands surfing at 7 to 8 knots. Susie cooked a delicious prawn curry for supper and into our first night watche sequence for a while. We are still in contact with most of the rally fleet and holding our own against some faster boats.

Sadly we said farewell to Jane on the dock who let go of our lines and then rushed to the airport for her marathon journey home. She has helped us immensely during the preparation for this trip and despite a few misgivings really got into the sailing.

More news when we get into our routine

Paul , Susie, Peter and Grateful (had a walk on deck today)

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