Well, we were bound for Norfolk but change of plans, namely the prospect of a reunion party has us now heading for Beaufort NC. Our cruising buddies on Hobnob and Wildgoose (ex ARC Europe 2011) are headed there. Linda on Wildgoose is from Beaufort so hopefully we're going to get the benefit of local knowledge. Huw knows where the world's largest liquor store is and their home is a three hour drive away. Might be time for a Harley ride!

It's been a very quiet trip in terms of wildlife and shipping. In 5 days we've seen just half a dozen birds, and zero aquatic life. Just two ships makes it seem like staying up all night is a waste of effort. We're sorely tempted live like Francis Chichester and just go to bed at 10pm and get up at 8am.

With 600 miles mostly north under the keel it's getting a shade cooler. Last night it was long trousers and fleece. Perhaps as we close the Gulf Stream and the sea ......... aaaargh. I just stuck my head up into the cockpit and after the last paragraph, guess what, a giant tanker bearing down on us at 12.5 knots passing within 3/4 of a mile in 7 minutes. You never can tell!

Anyway, maybe as we near the Gulf Stream it will warm up again.

The boat has been performing well and after the calms forecast for tomorrow we'll be back to scorching along in 20 knots.

Meanwhile, time for breakfast.

S&A