The satellite phone service works and Mike has it worked out that we can send and recieve email through this phone. He will be sending out a detailed email to those who need to know with the new email address that has been set up just for the phone. He has tested it and it seems to be reliable. So, for those who worry about us out on an offshore cruise, you can put your minds at rest we can stay connected. That gives Mike and I some comfort too. However, the old adage of being able to drop off the radar just seems tougher and tougher will all this technology. Can't believe Mike is out of here in two days and me in four!