Hi from the Gold Coast

Hi from the sunny Gold Coast. Actually this is the first day that the sun has been out in a while. It’s been a bit of a relief to have some clouds and rain. It’s still warm enough for shorts, but we’ve put a blanket back on the bed. Now today it’s back to stifling hot and we’re looking forward to a swim. We’ve moved about 20 miles south of Tenacatita, to the small town of Melaque. We can do Internet here and grocery shop. I’m planning to start canning meat for our month long crossing to French Polynesia. I hope to have 2-3 months worth of food on board when we leave. We’re looking forward to a visit from Pete’s mom this next week. Her and her long time friend, Irene, are coming for a week. Our week will be bittersweet though, as we say goodbye to our very good friends on Loon and Icarian. We will head south and they are planning to spend the next year in Mexico. I know tears will flow, as we say our goodbyes. We have had some very nice days lately and enjoyed staying in one spot for 2 weeks. The snorkeling was good, and the kids are really improving their water skills. We also did a nature walk one morning and saw crocodiles, iguanas and some very colorful birds. The kids enjoyed that very much. We can really use your prayers this next 2 months as we gear up for our “puddle jump” as they call it down here and our days at sea. I’m really concerned about boredom and comfort. We are very happy to be having crew, to help keep us rested. Love to you all, Kellie