So, two days out from being over and done with this summer-long journey, we wind up having what may have been the best day sailing so far. It started with the fresh breeze out of Lerwick, which persisted south of the Shetlands. And contrary to forecasts — not that they’ve been right once this summer — the winds persisted through the course of my 6-9pm watch. We maintained an eight- to 10-knot speed for the three-hour run, and though the…
While lying in my bunk early this morning, I heard what sounded like the water pumps, indicating that someone was taking a shower on the boat. “That’s weird,” I thought. “We all showered at the boat club last night.” Must have been a dream, it seemed, because not long thereafter, I heard what sounded like a woman’s voice on a loudspeaker, issuing orders in some bizarre tongue. “That must be it; I’m dreaming.” Thing was: I’ve had some odd dreams…
A few quickie images after a delightful day in Lerwick. A short motorsailing cruise around the area occupied the morning, while the afternoon, after the guests had departed, was spent cleaning the boat from stem to stern. Evening meant showers (Ahh! Hot water!) at the local boating club followed by dinner — our second truly spectacular meal in two nights…and I cannot overestimate the quality of the meals I’ve enjoyed in this small town the last two days — which…