On a less happy, the Ship’s Boy is feeling very hard done by because we actually had a fish on the line this morning.  Not the biggest fish ever but a decent size and we all saw it as it was being pulled in.  Just as it was coming near to the boat, it disappeared, leaving the lure intact and the crew severely disappointed.  All very worried now as the Ship’s Boy is threatening not to cook supper unless we can provide fresh fish. We will clearly be needing the fishing seminar that was suggested on the radio net last night in or we might be subjected to short rations.  This would be a pity, as we have been enjoying top class catering, with Jane, the lunch time chef producing wonderful salads with great dressings, while the Ship’s Boy has produced delicious suppers, all made with fresh provisions.  The rest of the crew have been checking the bilges and the rigging and we have all enjoyed a shower and time off for reading and blogging.

 

Having reported our very minor problems, we are very sorry to hear about Take Off’s much more major ones and wish her all the best and fair winds and a safe arrival in Santa Marta.

 

Alcedo