Hi Bern and technically proficient crew. I know you’re out there somewhere, and hopefully you know where you are somewhat more than I do. Received a copy of your email from the Marquesas courtesy of Chris. It certainly sounded like you were having a jolly old time while on land at least. Saw an interesting bit on Beyond 2000 showing a wave piercing high speed power boat that a New Zealand guy has built with the intention of breaking the record for circumnavigating the globe. It’s very impressive as it sort of porpoises under the waves. Only one slight hitch at present-he hasn’t taken it out of Auckland harbour!! How is your vessel at porpoising ? We look forward to many interesting stories and hopefully photographs when you return. Just one small request from our esteemed Prime Minister. He has requested that all boat people be processed offshore , so if you wouldn’t mind just stopping off at Nauru for two or three years on your way back I’m certain he would appreciate it. Anyway carry onward I’sure ther’s lots more ocean ahead of you, behind you, beside you, under you---sorry I’m starting to feel a little nauseous—see you on dry land when you return and thanks for the amusing emails. Kind regards Rhett