Noon position 25 09N, 24 53W. Day’s run 91 miles, DTG 2120. The sailing over the past twenty four hours has been a bit disappointing and we are still waiting for the tradewinds to kick in to help us on our way. At the moment though, we have a 20 to 25 knot wind from the east and if it backs a bit to the north perhaps this will be the start of some pleasant sailing as Ian is outside hand-steering in full oilies due to the rain.

Andy and I watched Sherlock Holmes last night (the version with Jude Law as Doctor Watson) and it was a very refreshing take on the Arthur C. Doyle characters. Steve is working hard on watch but is also making the most of his down time especially when the sun shines.

Unfortunately, I have designated tomorrow as boat-cleaning day but if the winds are still blowing as they are, I think we will be better employed sailing the boat.

We hope you have a great weekend.