Being on sea anchor is just plain boring and uncomfortable. Barbara Ivy hates being tethered up and rocks around violently – not making for a comfortable break when we’re both cooped up in the cabin together!  

But we did have a bit of excitement yesterday just before we put out the anchor. We spotted a big brown splodge in the water – that turned out to be a huge turtle. He came over to meet us and spent a bit of time checking out the boat with his posse of little stripy fish! We know some turtles are endangered – though we’ve no idea what kind this was – but how fantastic to see one so close up. Following the Fearne and Reggie theme, we called the turtle Treacle (as in All right Treacle – Scott Mills on Radio 1) and if our technology goes according to plan, you should be able to see a pic of him sometime soon. 

Last night we settled down in a huge rainstorm – Lin got soaked cooking tea outside, then we listened to a comedy gig on the iPod. Tonight might have to be a dose of Black Adder to keep us entertained. We’ve also spoken to Atlantic Jack briefly, and to JayDubYoo on the phone – they’re all well and stuck on anchor just like us.  Anyway, nothing more to report really – the waves and wind are still going SE when we want to go W or SW. Here’s hoping it will change overnight. 

Love and hugsLin & Rachel   
Position:N 22.03.49.5W 023.46.13.8