The low pressure system is still hanging around but at least today there was some sunshine between the dozen or so rain showers. Tomorrow is looking good for a departure to Tonga. The ocean swell is down considerably and the wind is forecast to be 15 knots on the beam. The water tanks are full, the wine locker is stocked and there are a few fruits and vegetables hanging in the cabin. My only concern is whether I can win my anchor from the foul bottom of the harbor. It has been holding so well in strong winds that I fear it is hooked onto a piece of WWII scrap iron. There is no way I will go in the water to check it out. The visibility is only inches. I do, however, have the phone number of a local diver.

All else is well onboard.