CURRENT LOCATION: Anchored in Mosquito Cove, just outside the entrance to Jolly Harbour, Antigua
17 04.505' N, 061 53.541' W
Many have written to express their feelings regarding our announcement that our time on the water is drawing to a close. We thank you all so much for writing, and appreciate all of the continued support. We know that there are a lot of people out there who have read every entry from the beginning and look forward to each new posting with great anticipation. It has truly been a joy for us to take the time during both the preparation and realization phases to share this dream with you.
Together, we have experienced over 4,000 nautical miles, first aboard
Ashiya, then aboard
Prudence. Well, please don't erase that 'Cruising with Prudence' bookmark just yet. Before the FOR SALE sign is hung on the bow pulpit, we still need to get back home. That means nearly 2,000 additional miles must pass beneath our keel. This will involve our longest offshore passages yet, a true test for the novices in the green boat.
In the meantime, Spring has sprung. We hope that winter is releasing its grip upon you and the longer days are growing warmer as well as brighter. Before Spring becomes Summer, we should be back in the waters of the good ol' US of A.