First solo sail...completed safely :-D

 I'm happy to report that Steve and I completed our first solo sailing expedition today. We motored out of the mooring field at 10:30 and returned around 17:00, covering approximately 30 nautical miles.  The winds were between 12 and 17 knots and our typical speed was around 6 knots, with a max of 7.5 knots. Seas were 4-6 feet.


I definitely felt a lot more comfortable and confident today, and in general, we executed most of the maneuvers very well.  There are still a few things that need work, of course - downwind sailing and jibing, in particular. 

It really felt fantastic, though, to be out on the open water and is definitely more like what I had imagined life would be like!  

The next few days will be a mix of sailing and finishing getting Starry Night ship-shape and then we hope to head to Carriacou, which is about a six hour sail, and stay there for a couple of days. 

Cheers!





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  1. UnknownNovember 26, 2021 at 2:58 PM

    I've read all your blogs and admire your courage. I'm sure this will be a life-enhancing adventure.
    Jerry Keane

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    1. Laura and SteveDecember 3, 2021 at 5:12 PM

      Hi Jerry!
      It's great to hear from you. I agree with your prediction...we are learning a lot already and really enjoying the places we're visiting.

      Laura

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  2. GiuseppeNovember 30, 2021 at 4:49 AM

    Congratulation Laura and Steve - great to see you progressing and enjoing Life. Thanks for sharing your moments with us. Take care and see you. Giuseppe

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    1. Laura and SteveDecember 3, 2021 at 5:14 PM

      Hi Giuseppe,
      So nice to hear from you...I much prefer a two-way dialog.
      We're definitely learning a lot and enjoying ourselves.

      Best regards,
      Laura

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