tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1578399656308603032.post3616613663526052058..comments2024-03-07T07:13:46.929-08:00Comments on Abby's Blog: Settling InAbby Sunderlandhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04424860067055661332noreply@blogger.comBlogger112125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1578399656308603032.post-17389485140058881222010-07-16T21:25:30.941-07:002010-07-16T21:25:30.941-07:00I've been dying to hear how the demasting took...I've been dying to hear how the demasting took place, what the point of sail was, and the sea state. Did you cut the rigging away or leave it thrashing around as was implied in the news stories?Stevenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1578399656308603032.post-19470269455573706022010-07-16T11:31:06.493-07:002010-07-16T11:31:06.493-07:00Hi Abby,
SAIL WANTS TO HEAR FROM YOU! In 100 words...Hi Abby,<br />SAIL WANTS TO HEAR FROM YOU! In 100 words or less, they want our thoughts on your circumnavigation attempt. We can send our emails to sailmail@sailmagazine.com and they will post the favorite responses on there website. This is what I sent:<br />"I believe Abigail (Abby) Sunderland epitomizes the free-spirited adventurism of some of today's youth. Her bravery to withstand the onslaught of a cruel, merciless and unforgiving sea proves her ability to handle the unknown. Then there was the display of courage she showed when she stood up to the criticism of the press, to defend not only her parents for allowing her to pursue her dream, but also her seaworthiness! I think therefore that if perhaps more of today’s youth were persuaded, rather than prevented from chasing their dreams, as Abby was; we might have less juvenile delinquency and gangs."<br />I hope everyone will send them an e-mail for you!<br />God bless and keep you, Abby!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1578399656308603032.post-71703394505778123052010-07-16T06:44:01.806-07:002010-07-16T06:44:01.806-07:00May God's blessings fall upon all who read thi...May God's blessings fall upon all who read this: "Jesus is Lord"Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1578399656308603032.post-80936396868279767112010-07-16T06:39:44.643-07:002010-07-16T06:39:44.643-07:00Good Morning Abigail! I just wanted to wish you a ...Good Morning Abigail! I just wanted to wish you a most lovely day! And a most wonderful weekend! God bless you & yours!<br />Kenny (33.2º,-117.2º)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1578399656308603032.post-19535621013435262582010-07-15T18:39:53.701-07:002010-07-15T18:39:53.701-07:00Abby, you are truly an inspiration to so many peop...Abby, you are truly an inspiration to so many people, and you are a natural to work in the women's prisons giving motivational talks about your experience, and your ability to believe in yourself to fulfil your dreams. You Go Girl!!<br />~Phillippa & Brian<br />Vancouver, Canadakiwi_canucknoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1578399656308603032.post-63164203123213779472010-07-15T18:19:17.067-07:002010-07-15T18:19:17.067-07:00How wonderful that you have this opportunity to ta...How wonderful that you have this opportunity to talk to women who need a positive role model. You just have to look at your blogs to see how many lives you've already touched. We will keep this ministry in our prayers and that you will have as much of an impact on them as you have had on all of us. <br /><br />Like everyone else, we're eagerly awaiting the details of your trip, be it in a book, movie or documentary. It is worth sharing the "true grit" that your adventure required. <br /><br />Hugs to you and your family, especially the newest. Please let us know how things are going - I know it won't rate a daily update, but you've become a part of our lives and we'd like to keep in touch.<br /><br />Wishing you the very best today and in your very bright future!Stacie and Taylornoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1578399656308603032.post-69951023606918621802010-07-15T14:04:58.906-07:002010-07-15T14:04:58.906-07:00Aloha from Hawaii!
I'am very happy about your...Aloha from Hawaii!<br /><br />I'am very happy about your project. Go for it...you are a real inspiration! May God bless you and your family.<br /><br />PinayShorePinayShorehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16465495108115490193noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1578399656308603032.post-4199246276534624322010-07-15T10:15:45.523-07:002010-07-15T10:15:45.523-07:00Hi Abby, I am a person that was in sea scouts sea ...Hi Abby, I am a person that was in sea scouts sea cadets, u.s Army and retired aviation. I have sailed the San Juans from Seattle about 15 years ago for a week. Was a blast the boat was a hunter 32ft.is a outstanding boat. I when sailing towards the shipping lanes during high winds gusts to 50 knots had to lower the sails. I had to turn on the motor. Bell sea mae, boats name came crashing on to a wave that was I'd say 20 ft high and had water come over my head and yes I got wet lol. I am a avid sailor and know how to sail, but at gusts of 50 it was time to lower the sails. It was raining that day, but to no avail it turned great the next day at Friday harbour and went on to explore the region. And tied up to sucia island on a boat anchor. Its a floating ball that is set in concrete and you have to pay the park ranger as they check the $$ each day. We rowed over on our 10ft little boat. I shall never forget that trip, the weather was freakish that week it hit 100 deg, that was the most highest the temp got in about 100 years for that area. Needles to say glad the boat had a nice canvas cover to hide under during the heat of the day. I was in needles and pins and followed your trip for the past 1 month of your trip after reading about you..glad you home and if your boat shows up, go and fix her up and sail her back home with your brother...:) the two of you would have fun and you would not be alone then...<br />God speed<br /><br />John Volkerjohn volnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1578399656308603032.post-53926181304801857662010-07-15T08:43:41.414-07:002010-07-15T08:43:41.414-07:00Hi Abby,
I had not check in on you since last week...Hi Abby,<br />I had not check in on you since last week and was very happy to see a blog from you this morning. I am happy to see that everything is going well with you. I think it is wonderful that you are thinking about going into helping with the Jail Ministry, these young women would benefit from your experience and that you could encourage them to follow their dreams, whatever that might be and never to give up.....you didn't and you can encourage them to do the same. I got your t-shirt in the mail last week and I gave it to my 8 year old grandaughter, she loved it....she is leaving to go to Canada on a vacation and I told her to be sure to wear her t-shirt because there would be people that would know who Abby Sunderland is.....she was thrilled and I am sure she will wear it alot. Abby, I am glad you are home and things are going great for you. Please keep us posted on what you are doing and where you might be speaking that would be close to Ventura....I would love to bring my grandchildren to see you and hear about your experiences. You take care and God Bless you, you are a wonderful young lady and I am looking forward to seeing where God leads you. Gail/VenturaAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1578399656308603032.post-54400096063275736612010-07-15T05:05:55.000-07:002010-07-15T05:05:55.000-07:00Laurence, you do of course have a point, that a bo...Laurence, you do of course have a point, that a boat with a solo sailing man had to be rescued far outside the coast (even if he was not part of the Newport-Bermuda race), and it was not mentioned in the news, because he was a man.<br /><br />Also, for those who followed all seven solo circumnavigators who passed the southern ocean the last summer/fall season, there is somewhat sad news: Bernd Luchtenborg, from Switzerland, who started a two-lap circumnavigation, had to be rescued after abandoning his boat near Cape Horn June 8th. He tried to pass Cape Horn in western direction in the winter (1000 nm further south than Abby was at that time), but he broke his arm in an accident on board and tried to go to port. In the infamous archipelago with strong currents, the wind died and he started the engine. The engine died because of kelp in the propeller. The boat drifted into the rocks and was destroyed. He managed to reach land where he waited for rescue. He was given hospital care for his arm. This was given a few articles in German language, but nothing in English. He has been rescued once before, outside New Zealand on his first lap, where his boat was towed to port. That was given some English language attention, since New Zealand is English speaking.<br /><br />http://translate.google.se/translate?u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.sail2horizons.com%2F&sl=de&tl=en&hl=&ie=UTF-8<br /><br />In short, young girls are much more precious so they get much more attention if there are accidents. Grown-up men can do as they like according to many people, so accidents are not considered a big deal.<br /><br />Ben Larsson, SwedenBengtnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1578399656308603032.post-20907882823544650242010-07-14T21:38:37.845-07:002010-07-14T21:38:37.845-07:00You have the gift for inspiring people, and have a...You have the gift for inspiring people, and have a great tenacity of spirit. "No matter how great a rage a storm is handing -- It must leave one tree standing."<br />TomTomhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03021092807083388827noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1578399656308603032.post-21493744890686744082010-07-14T21:19:49.840-07:002010-07-14T21:19:49.840-07:00Good luck on your new Projects. Let them know how ...Good luck on your new Projects. Let them know how much God loves them! =)Angelica https://www.blogger.com/profile/11190159197442419992noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1578399656308603032.post-50833460850577881192010-07-14T19:01:57.419-07:002010-07-14T19:01:57.419-07:00Hi Abby,
I do hope you will be able to make it to ...Hi Abby,<br />I do hope you will be able to make it to Australia soon. You have meny fans down-under.Kaptanhttp://www.kaptaningemisi.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1578399656308603032.post-66660946150281739842010-07-14T12:07:00.322-07:002010-07-14T12:07:00.322-07:00Abby,
I work at a boarding school and had the oppo...Abby,<br />I work at a boarding school and had the opportunity to speak in our chapel this morning. I told your story to inspire our students to not be afraid to follow their dreams. I really admire the way you have carried yourself and have a great perspective. The fact you are considering telling others about your life (and at a women's prison) is just more testimony that the real story is not the attempted trip, but it's about an incredible teenage girl. Thanks for being such a great example.John Thornburghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17439009551734581294noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1578399656308603032.post-17950090963571745452010-07-14T06:32:05.014-07:002010-07-14T06:32:05.014-07:00Abby -- Thanks for the update -- good to hear from...Abby -- Thanks for the update -- good to hear from you! I love that the next projects you are looking at doing focuses on helping and inspiring others. I continue to be impressed with you and your family, and know that your hearts and intentions are in the right place for yourselves and for reaching out to others in a positive way. Wonderful story about your new baby brothers name and namesake! All my very best to you and your family... Peace, Your Oklahoma Well-WisherYour Oklahoma Well-Wishernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1578399656308603032.post-34696437794562296082010-07-14T05:40:12.041-07:002010-07-14T05:40:12.041-07:00Dearest Abby,
Sorry it's been a little while ...Dearest Abby,<br /><br />Sorry it's been a little while since I checked your blog but was very happy to find that you have arrived home safe and sound when I opened your blog just now.<br /><br />Welcome to this big wide world Paul-Louis, you are such a cutie pie! I bet you he has many to fuss around after him.<br /><br />I'm so pleased that you have had so much positive support Abby. It seems that in live when one door shuts another one opens. I'm sure you will be a real witness to the girls in prison. You will be able to share with them that whatever life throws at you, you can say "I can handle this". If one says this enough we can handle anything in life and you are such a great role model to these young woman.<br /><br />Thanks for the great photos. You are looking very well.<br /><br />Well must sign off now and get to bed but take care my dear Abby and thanks again for keeping in touch with all of us keen followers.<br /><br />Much love and big hugs from Jan Pace (Auckland, New Zealand)Jan Pacehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02259869415761826377noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1578399656308603032.post-70423069370073670752010-07-13T23:55:45.379-07:002010-07-13T23:55:45.379-07:00Hi Abby,
Have you heard of Zach Bonner
he is a 12 ...Hi Abby,<br />Have you heard of Zach Bonner<br />he is a 12 year old who is walking from Tampa Florida to Los Angeles California to bring public awareness to homeless kids. Like you he is having a bit of a hard time with cruel and narrow minded people who say he is too young and doubt his intentions and his sincerity. I thought you might find his latest blog uplifting. Take Care<br /><br />http://zachtracker.com/#/blog/4537839964Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1578399656308603032.post-90528367013540910152010-07-13T20:58:39.905-07:002010-07-13T20:58:39.905-07:00there are a lot of malls
in southern california
do...there are a lot of malls<br />in southern california<br />do you know which one<br />the close to you would the oaks malls<br />but there are others hope you find out<br />would like to hear your talk about your adventure<br />maybe shake your handmarkphttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00853846063693551764noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1578399656308603032.post-4298113291475440752010-07-13T20:18:06.127-07:002010-07-13T20:18:06.127-07:00Good to hear you are doing well with your family. ...Good to hear you are doing well with your family. So glad you are putting your experiences to use to help others--that shows your maturity! May God use you alot and guide your steps. I hope also that "Wild Eyes" defies what should happen and is found again--if nothing more than just for you!<br />You are special--keep looking up!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1578399656308603032.post-44675056960648242202010-07-13T20:05:39.440-07:002010-07-13T20:05:39.440-07:00Hi Abby,
I do hope you will be able to make it to ...Hi Abby,<br />I do hope you will be able to make it to Australia soon. You have meny fans down-under. Perhaps you could do some publicity for Qantas while you are here?<br /><br />Robert from MelbourneAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1578399656308603032.post-66439723100946756232010-07-13T19:34:44.010-07:002010-07-13T19:34:44.010-07:00Hi Abby...I enjoyed following your story since I f...Hi Abby...I enjoyed following your story since I first heard you were setting out. I'm sorry you didn't make your ultimate goal but the sense of accomplishment you must have still is nothing short of amazing! I have not accomplished 1/2 of what you have and I'm twice your age. You are truly an inspiration :-)<br /><br />I'm extremely happy that you made it home safely. Keep posting and we'll keep reading.<br /><br />Enjoy your time with your family, especially that new baby brother :-)Shellyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03310338602069467708noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1578399656308603032.post-51243618382120570402010-07-13T18:12:48.294-07:002010-07-13T18:12:48.294-07:00Who knows...It's possible that in six months t...Who knows...It's possible that in six months to a year, sooner-or-later, you get information regarding Wild Eyes! We are hoping for good news about her. We shall see.....and the story goes on!<br /><br />Best of luck in the ministry!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1578399656308603032.post-12365125520672206932010-07-13T16:14:35.763-07:002010-07-13T16:14:35.763-07:00Hello Abby,
You probably don't realise yet, b...Hello Abby,<br /><br />You probably don't realise yet, but your adventure was much more interesting than another record to be broken soon or later by another person.<br /><br />You were challenged by unexpected events, meetings, destinations, language, and you handled them nicely, and probably matured more with this experience than only sailing alone.<br />There is more than enough for a book with your appreciated style!<br /><br />Don't feel forced to jump in another sailing project right now.<br />Your plan to talk to jailed persons is great, and you will also learn from them.<br /><br />As a French man, I hope you still remember some words, and enjoyed the few hours you spent in Paris.<br /><br />The naming of your latest brother is very touching, and I hope you will always remember the BBBBC (Big Bald Bearded Brave Captain).<br /><br />Enjoy the summer, and agree to spend some "normal" time with your friends and family.<br /><br />BestAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1578399656308603032.post-64610850430689961532010-07-13T15:37:50.078-07:002010-07-13T15:37:50.078-07:00God bless your ministry Abby and you and your fami...God bless your ministry Abby and you and your family also! Peace!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1578399656308603032.post-71054670925284601352010-07-13T15:32:20.277-07:002010-07-13T15:32:20.277-07:00Hi Abby how's the new mart doing?up there is h...Hi Abby how's the new mart doing?up there is happy whth you most of the time have a good day The MacKlem's SD.CA. {:-)-<[richard l Macklemhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16847701216870485245noreply@blogger.com