Fred's input

I hear my input frm yesterday was too short . I'll try again. This is one long trip! Dave says over half way. Tomorrow we cross the equator; I know Dave has something planned. He'd like to have a movie. but I dont have any stand/ tripod.

We all have settled into routine. Most of time now mild seas and wind, and endless blue ocean as far as you can see, for day after day. Will be nice to be in
Aha for few days, should be there in one week! For variety, we'll take scenic route. Best part:commardarie with my bros, and the view and all the immense learnings I'm having. Now downside/cost is heat and salt. Usually too rough to keeps hatches open. So...down below is very hot ane without any breeze. Last night I was up from 310 to 420 as unable to sleep in my berth. Then Randy on watch and easier to sleep, as it was the downwind side and I was lying against cushion on my back instead of chest into le cloth. Anything seawater touches is tacky. I'm trying to keep my hands clean before handeling any of my devices.

We all talk a lot,even about our next trip. Both Dave and I think a "civilized" adventure wold br approved by our wives, such as a barge cruise in
southern France. Miss you all, looking forward to Linda and Karin on 21st. Later.
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