Much to my surprise we made it out of La Paz, and have officially started the final leg of our journey ahead of schedule. It really helps to have three people working together, and our early departure is a direct result. Julie provisioned food, Chris worked on the halyards (ropes that hold up the sails), and I cleaned the bottom of the boat, which is just so much fun!! I've done it numerous times before, but never in a marina, or water this cold. It took 1 hour and 55 minutes, and I was physically shivering by the time I got out of the water. It was good exercise though as I did it with a mask, snorkel, and fins, no diving gear. So, while the rest of you were staying in shape at fancy and expensive gyms, I was holding my breath in cold water, upside down and underneath a large boat, and working the "wax on, wax off" motion on the hull, rudder, and propeller. Cisnecito looks and feels as good as she ever will, so we are very excited. So far, it has been a pleasant downwind sail with very comfortable conditions. I'm working on getting my sea-legs back and feel great after being aboard for a solid few days.

We will land Cabo San Lucas early Monday afternoon. From there, we will fuel up, and take care of any last minute items (hopefully there won't be any!!). We'll anchor just off the beach and set sail to round the infamous Cabo Falso at first light on Tuesday morning. I can't believe how quickly everything is happening, especially after taking our sweet time the last six months. This is all very exciting to me as I feel the conclusion of an incredible feat is literally just around the corner.