I am presently in Jurien Bay and enjoying some quiet time to myself.. It has been good to catch up on some jobs that have needed doing and attaching some cupboard doors that have come off their hinges. Guess i shouldn't put so much into them, but when you are packing and making the last bits fit you seem to just shove that little bit more.
We had a good sail down from dongara and it was lovely to have Kaine with me on the journey. He is starting to understand the ropes and is learning about luffing and setting sails. He will make a good sailor one day as he has the patience and can enjoy the beauty that he sees around him.
I have had to get the alternator mount fitted properly while I was here in Jurien and for those of yo who are reading this then i wanted to let you know that the gentleman here that looks after this marina, Ian Alexander has been a great support. He has worked on my engine and helped me out with all sorts of information that I required. When you are sailing and looking for some support it is people like this that make you feel welcome and wanted. I am greatly indebted to him for his generosity and support.
Whitehaven have just sent me an email and let me know that they have arrived in Perth after a 20.5 hour sail from lancelin. They had a tough time with some wind and ended up motoring the last length. Now that is a family that is working together. Sailing with three children and doing it a little tough has got to be commended. Julie and Margaret are in geraldton getting new belts and will be heading to Port Gregory soon.
Through out my life I have met many people from all walks of life but i would have to say that country people and yachties are my favourite people.
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