I MADE IT!! It is just so freakin fantastic to be here!! I don't have enough words in my head to explain my excitement. We have spent the day cleaning the ship inside and out to get her ready for our trip starting tomorrow, and if I do say so myself, she is quite shiny :). We are headed up into the San Juan Islands for a five day trip and to catch some fireworks! The weather today is just gorgeous. Sunny, 70's and a cool breeze coming off the ocean while I sun myself on deck following lines.  Could life be more perfect right now? I truly wish that I could share this experience with everyone of you who reads this. It is something that you can just not get anywhere else. I love you all and miss you xxoo. 

The main mast from my current view. 

Looking out the bow sprit!