From: Music
Sent: Sunday, August 10, 2008 7:22 PM
We should be in Honolulu at the boatyard late tomorrow afternoon. Saw what was most likely a sperm whale early this AM. Hal saw it first and just missed seeing it breach. When it was about 100 yards off of our port beam, I saw it rise vertically out of the water about half its body height and slid back down. Then it positioned itself with its tail toward us and slapped the water until we couldn't see it any more. I could be mistaken but I think it was not happy, believing us to be intruders.
Karen asked how long it takes to go 160 nautical miles (NM). Well the short answer is that it depends on the conditions and how fast you are moving. On this point of sail, a beam reach, it takes us about 24 hours in 20-25 knots of wind. Going North a few days ago, when the seas were large and confused, it took us an eternity, even if it was only 24 hours.
For Dive Buddy Jeff: Good one about being marooned!!! - You obviously know my sick sense of humor!!
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HiJohn
Thanks or the answer. Looks like you are moving right along now. I will be waiting to hea about the damages and when you can get going again. Be safe keep us posted.
Love,
Karen
Hi I bet it was awsome to see the whale. Just as long as it stays away from the boat.
Karen
LEST WE FORGET WHAT HAPPENED TO JONAH & THE WHALE~~
THEN THERE WAS THE MERMAID & HER BEAUTIFUL SONG THAT LURED SAILERS TO HER HOME,AT THE BOTTOM of the SEA~~WHATEVER YOU DO, DON`T BE FOOLED BY HER SONG~GUYS, BE SMART,
JUST DON`T LISTEN TO ALL HER PROMISES~~ALL LIES!
TAKE CARE,BE SAFE!
Love, aj
Hal saw a real life Mermaid! Sometimes mistaken for a Sperm Whale.
Hope all is well with you.
Sam Benson
It sounds like you're having a whale of a time
:|
JeffM
Hal - arrived in NJ (now 6 hours difference). Can't wait to hear from you. Hope everyone is getting some good rest. Love, Laurie
Hi Guys-
Glad to see you are now back in Honolulu and hope you will get some definitive information today when Music is hauled. It must have been an interesting trip coming around the west side of Oahu. Bet you saw some interesting coast line.
All the best to you. Love, Kim
Hi all
Waiting to here what happens next. Keep us posted.
Love
Karen
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