Freds closing comments

Wowawewa!!! This adventure, the biggest of my life is drawing to a close, as we leave today to fl to Papaete to catch our flight to La and then San Antonio. Except for four days in Papaete, I've been on the boat since May 31. The last few days have been great, cruising lesser known islands (Huahini, Tahaa, and Raiatea.) Two days ago we had a drift snorkle over beautiful coral with uncountable beauatiful fish. Now tied up to a dock by the airport in Raiata, close to the airport.

Although the trip down was at times scary for me, difficult with the heat and lack of water occaissionly, and uncomfortable sleeping (pounding boat, heeling, some water dripping in face,) it was WORTH IT. I missed Linda a LOT, but the bonding times with my brother David was priceless, and I feel like I have another bro' in Randy, both of whom were protective of me, and taught me so very much. I had " hundreds of learnings," and look forward to chartering with Linda, friends and family, and again with David some time in the future. Looking forward to seeing friends and family soon.

Thanks again, Dave and Randy, for the biggest adventure of my life. For those of you who prayed for my safe return, thank you.For those who follow this blog. thanks for your intrest. Now (or in 36 hrs to be accurate) I can follow it too. What a way to celebrate a birthday, to be leaving the Tahaitian Islands after a fantastic trip with my wife Linda, David and Karin, and bro' Randy. Safe journey to those continuing the voyage.

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