It is currently 18:30 on a fantastic and beautiful evening. We pulled into Bahia Santa Maria (24 46.513N / 112 15.507W) about an hour and a half ago for some peace and quiet, maintenance, and some dinner! So far we have been waterproofing and refueling (both the engine and ourselves!) We had some fantastic (if I do say so myself) guacamole and chips and are currently all dried out and ready for the oncoming trip tonight! Barry is working on preheating the oven for our Mexican pepperoni pizzas (isn't pizza supposed to have cheese? Maybe not in Mexico!) and the Beach Boys are serenading us on our sirius radio!! I have to say for as remote as we are it is feeling pretty civilized. It is hard to describe the beauty of the Baja coast. It is so rugged and raw and yet right when you think you are totally removed a little panga will motor by with three youngish Mexicans lobstering. Their seamanship bravado and lack of wet weather gear astounds us every time. It is awesome to be out here and spend time with new friends, but it should be said that those loved ones at home are never far from our minds. Scott tells great stories about his amazing wife and daughter (Good luck on finals!! Spring break is around the corner!) Barry misses his girlfriend and his dog!! Robin never ceases to glow when talking about Miss Betsy. As for me, engaged for less than two weeks, well clearly I miss my man! (and kitties)! But nonetheless we savor every minute we have of this experience as we are so blessed to be able to experience what so few get to see....even if it is upwind!! So to our family and friends and the owners of this awesome vessel - we say Muchas Gracias for your support and love!!
We will be underway once again as soon as the pizza is done!! I am on first watch with Barry and gang to follow!! So until tomorrow wish us mild winds and flat seas!
Jody, (Scott, Barry & Robin)
PS - for all those at Scott's work please note he has been ill for the last 36 hours! Afflicted with too much relaxation and fresh air!! (so please give him some paid sick time!!)
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