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The swell is still pretty big but overall conditions are much more pleasant today. The drogue got winched in at dawn which turned out to be a lot easier than I was expecting and since then Ella's Pink Lady's been flying along
across the waves with only a little sail up. I've been catching up on a bit of sleep today, re-charging my batteries while I can.
So that was the good news. The bad news is that there's MORE rubbish weather headed our way. After looking at the weather charts showing this new low pressure system expected over the weekend, I'll admit I had to dig real deep to stay cool about it all. Right now I've got more than a few bruises and sore muscles. Overall I feel pretty drained and would kill for some easy sailing but seeing as that's not what I'm going to get I'm just going to have to toughen up some more and deal with it!
It helps a lot knowing that Ella's Pink Lady was built to take this and having Bob's great weather updates. As long as I keep myself fed and rested, there's no reason that I can't take anything on. Also, for some reason or another, it really does help knowing that's there's tonnes of people thinking of me out here, so thanks guys!
Jesse
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Comments
All India is behind your adventure. You are very brave. Your enthusiasm, determination and courage is what young people should be. Keep on, such an inspiring person. We are sure many young people around the world will up to you. U ar just gr8!!!
We are thinking of you, and holding you close in our hearts. We check your site before we go to bed, and first thing in the morning, if it helps you our thoughts, prayers and love is with you. You are never really alone Jessica, we are all cheering you on. Most of all we are in awe of you
gina & Brenda yarrawonga
We all love you,!!
Mark Perth WA Stay safe..!
I love reading your stories, reading about your adventure, the routine, the moments, the effort, the challenges.
It seems like you're getting close and yet there are some tough parts left with this weather. My heart goes out to you as you make the final weeks of your journey.
Here's to some sun shine and nice breezes for your final push.
Be proud of who you are and what you have learned about yourself. It will be what defines you in life, that is who you are and not what you have done. Even though what you have done is amazing, it does not define you, because who you are, is greater.
Scott
From Ray & Carol, England
"i know it hurts, but you've got to earn it!"
keeping that in mind, it'll get you through.
take care, Shane
It looks like you're in for a grand finale, a big finish, a punctuation mark on what has been an opus of epic proportion, and throughout you have proven your mettle. I, like so many others who have been following your voyage, have been constantly amazed with your strength and good spirit. Each night when I get into the comfort of my bed, I try to imagine what you are experiencing there on the other side of the world. It boggles the mind. Hang in there, keep doing what you've been doing, and know that the well wishes of your countless followers are there to buoy you as you face whatever comes your way in this, the home stretch. We are with you all the way!
sorry to hear that you have more rubbish weather to cope with.. keep strong, you can do it.. we are all there with you and cheering you on... take care and keep safe. hope that it will not be as bad as expected. hope also that you can rest and eat well before the bad weather comes again.take care dear Jesse.God Bless. You are always in my thoughts and prayers.
love from Wendy x x x x
Jerry
love,
Bobby
Good luck!!!! Mrs Tracy Sedman
PS As for school and tests...I think you have well and truly passed maths, geography, communications and technology with flying (sorry, sailing) colors!!!!
You go girl!
See ya...
IndyMike
The steadiness of the bad weather must be rough, but you have made it this far, and you will be in Sydney soon.
Be safe.
Well we certainly have been thinking of you all day today and checking often for updates We know you are doing it tough at the moment, and with more bad weather to come it will be full on again. But hang in there Jesse, not long now till the weather will pick up. Keep the food and drink up, battle out this next storm and think of us all waiting for you in Sydney to see you make it home safely. We are just so proud of you. Come on Jesse, you can do it.
Stay safe Jesse dear and Go-Girl-Go.
Love from Faye and Max (Mulgrave Vic)
Best Wishes. You are an inspiration.