Racing the Showers and Chasing the Sun

Position: 12°32.2’S | 112°15.6’W | Course: 250° | Speed: 7.1kn

Today brought a mix of exhilaration and mild frustration. The forecasted wind never quite matched reality, and the wind we did receive seemed to vanish just as quickly as it arrived. Passing showers swept over us—brief but powerful—bringing sudden gusts that sent us soaring toward our destination at 8.5 knots, gliding over the waves like magic. Then, minutes later, the wind would drop entirely, leaving us lurching in the swell, drifting at 210° over the ground and rolling with every wave.

But despite the fickle winds, it was a truly beautiful day. The sun showed its face now and then, and the post-shower light was breathtaking (picture of the day captured by yours truly). These golden moments, mixed with our steady progress—192 miles in the last 24 hours—kept spirits high and conversations lively.

Dinner was a feast thanks to Michael, who outdid himself with homemade bagels served with salmon salad and beetroot salad on the side. For dessert, he presented a raspberry parfait that was nothing short of divine.

Meanwhile, our fruit and veggie caretakers, Bob and Joana, continue to work wonders. We’re still enjoying fresh apples, oranges, and even the occasional grapefruit during our afternoon breaks. The onions, too, seem to have taken on a new level of sweetness—perhaps thanks to the lullabies and bedtime stories whispered to them in the pantry. Who knows what works at sea?

Tomorrow, we shift the clocks again—one more hour back. While everyone has enjoyed the extended sunsets after dinner, the late sunrises are beginning to feel a bit surreal. We’re adjusting to UTC-7, slowly syncing our rhythm to that of the Marquesas.

All is well on board, Jet