Position: 13º 32.13′ S 47º 59.868′ E Back in Russian Bay after a productive and enjoyable week in Crater Bay. Looking forward to some chilling out without all the trips to town, errands, and chores. Time to change the oil, tighten the rigging, and clean the hull. 😉 All is well.

Position: 13º 24.006′ S 48º 13.194′ E We had a great hike to the the Mozambique Channel today, followed by a little punch at the watering hole in Russian Bay. Then we set sail for Nosy Be (Crater Bay). Tonight we will hunker down here and then go into town for reprovisioning. All is Well.

Position: 13º 32.19′ S 48º 0.198′ E In Russian Bay for the Regata. Amazing light wind sail today (when the wind finally graced us). Put the 153 on for the first time since The South Pacific. Looking forward to meeting some boats we have been hearing about for years. All is well

Position: 13º 15.756′ S 48º 14.334′ E Made it to Nosy Be. It was an almost perfect day sail complete with whales (perhaps too close) and sun, and toes dipped off the gunnwhale. We will celebrate Miles’ 9th birthday here tomorrow in the company of our long lost friends! All is well.

Position: 16º 43.2′ S 49º 58.302′ E Spent the night in this beautiful roadstead anchorage. Mild roll and a rough looking beach landing. Onward today. All is well.

Position: 16º 25.71′ S 49º 50.628′ E Slow, light wind sail across the Canal de Sainte-Marie today. A little rain didn’t dampen our moods at all though. This anchorage is a bit rolly, but beautiful as can be. Tomorrow we’ll see if we can stretch our legs on the endless golden beaches. All is well.

Position: 12º 53.79′ S 48º 34.71′ E Arrived in Nosy Mitsio. Happy reunion with old friends, but none happier than the kids who are reunited with their besties after FIFTY SEVEN long days (but who’s counting). It is barren but gorgeous here. No internet here (the horror). All is well.

Position: 13º 36.498′ S 50º 10.26′ E Our first day has been rolly but fast. Very fast. The wind is ripping up the coast of Madagascar, and I’m starting to wonder if the weather prediction was correct. Crew is happy and healthy. All is well.