Hello from Diana

Hi to all our family and friends back home.

First few days settling in generally and getting into the watch system.

We have a good varied meal plan - but appetites have been a bit lacking due to getting used to the conditions - however everyone is settling down now!

We are headed south down the Bay of Biscay to avoid the bad weather. This afternoon the sun came out and the deck was full of happy smiling crew, drying their oilskins and other bits of kit.

As usual with these types of boat, space for storage is at a premium so novel ways are found. Up in the forepeak, where I have my bunk, there ar 2 hammocks with fruit and veg!

I must interrupt my flow to say that I have just seen Rory, 2nd mate, sliding past on his backside holding a bowl of food - until he found a locker to come to rest so he could eat.

All for now - we are keeping safe and enjoying the challenge

All for now

Rowena