At 2300 UTC (5pm local)
19.37.187 N
111.15.299W
Distance travelled: 105 to Honolulu
2683 NM to go!
Sea state: 2 meter swell with a wind chop
We motor sailed for 5 hours yesterday afternoon, then the wind picked up. Overnight we saw a high of 18 knots. That doesn't seem so bad, but we were on a beat - meaning we were sailing as close to the wind as we could to keep to our course of 270 degrees. This is not Ka'sala's, nor my, best point of sail, however, we were able to maintain an average of about 4.5 knots. The wind speed and direction is the same today, but we have fallen off slightly to make the ride a little more comfortable.
Being on a beat means that the boat is heeled on its side and it bounces up and down as it moves through the waves. It takes some getting used to. Luckily, there is no seasickness aboard, but it is hard to do much when everything is moving around. I feel lethargic, but I know it will pass. Doug is loving every minute. Even the smallest task, like filling a water bottle, takes time and determination. When you can't do much else beside think, it is hard not to focus on your discomfort.
Our squadron of boobies have deserted us and we have seen no wildlife today other than a tiny, dead flying fish on the deck. We did see more container ships, one passing us just a couple miles away. The sun is out, but the wind has made it a little cooler. Water is also a "chilly" (lol) 24 degrees!
Today I thought a lot about friends we have left behind in Mexico and the wonderful times we had there. I guess part of the transition to a new chapter in your life is letting go of the past....but some days it is hard.
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