tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1578399656308603032.post8923719792359636905..comments2024-03-07T07:13:46.929-08:00Comments on Abby's Blog: The Furious 50sAbby Sunderlandhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04424860067055661332noreply@blogger.comBlogger64125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1578399656308603032.post-39171912248311239202010-03-31T16:48:53.326-07:002010-03-31T16:48:53.326-07:00Hi Abby - I check your blog and location daily. An...Hi Abby - I check your blog and location daily. And pray for you nightly - that God will keep you safe and out of harm's way. Please stay tethered at all times when you're up top - anything can happen. <br /><br />Soon I hope you'll be through the worst (of one of them) parts of your trip and can relax a while. <br /><br />I can find nothing to validate a 9 year old is sailing alone with no provisions or motor from Pt. Barrow Alaska. But if so - God help him also and all the other present mariners.<br /><br />Please take care and be safe.<br /><br />Anne - Thousand Oaks, CAAnne Magnolianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1578399656308603032.post-44787696983906100262010-03-29T10:57:19.606-07:002010-03-29T10:57:19.606-07:00I just wanted to say how very much I respect and a...I just wanted to say how very much I respect and admire what you are doing. As someone who spent some time on the ocean and did an Atlantic crossing with 3 others on board, I cannot imagine the adventure, the solitude, and maybe even fear you must be experiencing. You are brave and your parents must be extremely proud of you.<br />I will continue to hold you in my prayers as I follow your journey.<br />May God be with you. Be safe and enjoy your trip of a lifetime.Momhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04331851935644517802noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1578399656308603032.post-3652476865855995912010-03-24T09:54:19.628-07:002010-03-24T09:54:19.628-07:00It's easy for me to say "your not alone o...It's easy for me to say "your not alone out there" from the chair here in our office. But we are all behind you and hope to give you a big blow soon to fill your sails. What a beautiful sunrise. Thanks for the pic's!!!!Jeffrey in Medina, Ohhttp://www.facebook.com/photo.php?pid=36707825&id=30105457#!/jjschaefernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1578399656308603032.post-60262840557268727612010-03-24T03:23:25.875-07:002010-03-24T03:23:25.875-07:00Hi again inspiring Abby!
Just wondering if you got...Hi again inspiring Abby!<br />Just wondering if you got any plans for your future? After comleating this task of sailing solo around the globe, I wounder, is it possible for you to lead a normal A4-life afterwards? Will you continue travelling, finding new tasks to overcome, or will you be able to settle down you think? I know you are young and lots can happen, and you surtenly got a bright head on your sholders, but I also know that when you've first challenged yourself it's hard to change your ways, and there really is nothing like a real challange is there? Sorry for all these questions, just very curious I'm afraid. Wishing you the very best! :o)<br />Anita (Norway)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1578399656308603032.post-50317632168289441892010-03-23T19:35:10.248-07:002010-03-23T19:35:10.248-07:00Hey Abby great to hear you are well and safe....ke...Hey Abby great to hear you are well and safe....keep going we pray your entire journey remains a safe and memorable one!!lesliehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02377722707632276719noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1578399656308603032.post-74263460911486989752010-03-23T18:49:00.798-07:002010-03-23T18:49:00.798-07:00I believe all us dedicated Followers are circumnav...I believe all us dedicated Followers are circumnavigators too with your help. We lack a few obvious items such as a boat and maybe what once was referred to as adequate "Moxie"... but I suspect there are many of us right now nearer than that 100 mile AIS contact ...and all pulling very hard for you and Wild Eyes...so sail on and smart now. Team Abby will likely tell you what Moxie is ...but believe me you are loaded with it! Bigtime.ken h - Fla.https://www.blogger.com/profile/15570810536961251775noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1578399656308603032.post-25403863938974276132010-03-23T18:43:19.683-07:002010-03-23T18:43:19.683-07:00Gidday Abbey
Hoping you get more wind soon. Is tha...Gidday Abbey<br />Hoping you get more wind soon. Is that other sailor in front or behind you maybe you will pass him by<br />Ive got to go away for a few days next week so I hope I dont miss your trip around Cape Horn<br />Safe SailingKim humphreys W.A.https://www.blogger.com/profile/03013221789253095747noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1578399656308603032.post-36100989370493486062010-03-23T18:41:41.057-07:002010-03-23T18:41:41.057-07:00Hi Abby,
You are getting so close to the Cape,you...Hi Abby,<br /> You are getting so close to the Cape,you will be passing it before you know it.Be safe little lady.Don't forget we luv you.Pete,from the OCAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1578399656308603032.post-86987836826102222342010-03-23T18:37:41.984-07:002010-03-23T18:37:41.984-07:00ABBY, There is also another person out there saili...ABBY, There is also another person out there sailing around the world along with you.<br />Her name is Jessica Watson, From Australia, Currently she is about halfway across the Indian ocean heading east back towards home. If I remember correctly she a couple months older then you and will hold the record as youngest solo around the world until you break it when you finish your trip. I have been following both of your blogs everyday. I wish you best girl. <br />Stay Safe, Stay on course and we will be praying for you.Ron Spears n SC. AKA SeaWolfnscnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1578399656308603032.post-63934252245873112042010-03-23T18:23:49.624-07:002010-03-23T18:23:49.624-07:00Good Evening Abby,
@Mariner Walt....your comment ...Good Evening Abby,<br /><br />@Mariner Walt....your comment about the 9 year old boy had me rolling on the floor...thanks<br /><br />Have a good night Abby and Team,<br />john, Bay of Quinte, Lake Ontario, CanadaGlobeMasterOnehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08298791535857341241noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1578399656308603032.post-39959311649870098262010-03-23T18:14:50.972-07:002010-03-23T18:14:50.972-07:00Abby.. you've got another solo circumnavigator...Abby.. you've got another solo circumnavigator out there right now in your age group. Sure you've heard of Jessica, but here's her offshore blog link:<br />http://jessicawatson.com.au/_blog/Official_Jessica_Watson_Blog<br /><br />sorry bout being anonymous, couldn't figure out the profile selection thing.. Peter from Santa CruzAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1578399656308603032.post-78343062364912086372010-03-23T17:20:48.822-07:002010-03-23T17:20:48.822-07:00Hi Abby this is tom from indianapolis, indiana.......Hi Abby this is tom from indianapolis, indiana....i have been following you from the start of your voyage and im so amazed at how calm you seem to stay....was wondering though on your references on your map if you can use things easy to see like equator or other things besides tiny islands so i can keep up with your progress more easily...was going good from equator then you use different reference points and i get confused....Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1578399656308603032.post-43670684960755399572010-03-23T16:38:51.720-07:002010-03-23T16:38:51.720-07:00@ Steve from California
LOL - that was really fu...@ Steve from California <br /><br />LOL - that was really funny - two 18 month old Kiwi's in a dinghy. Our next circumnavigators !! <br /><br />Thanks Steve<br /><br /> <* ((((((>< Mariner Walt – Marina del Rey, CAMariner Walthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17587929421162838841noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1578399656308603032.post-61091660835704630932010-03-23T16:29:48.214-07:002010-03-23T16:29:48.214-07:00Regarding young circumnavigations, Laura Dekker, w...Regarding young circumnavigations, Laura Dekker, who hopes to be the youngest solo circumnavigator, maybe could be the youngest non-solo circumnavigator. She was born during a stop on her parent's circumnavigation, and then she was onboard for the rest of the journey. Maybe she wasn't onboard the entire circumnavigation, but close to.bengthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06283528888342770861noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1578399656308603032.post-231140064328911342010-03-23T16:22:38.820-07:002010-03-23T16:22:38.820-07:00@Lynn
Please read my prior blog - about the 9 yea...@Lynn<br /><br />Please read my prior blog - about the 9 year old boy in a 14 foot outrigger!! LOL<br /><br /><* ((((((>< Mariner Walt – Marina del Rey, CAMariner Walthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17587929421162838841noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1578399656308603032.post-5152250308091892552010-03-23T16:04:02.099-07:002010-03-23T16:04:02.099-07:00Hi Abby, well after all is said and done your boat...Hi Abby, well after all is said and done your boat is 40' and the guy behind you is in a 20' and you thought your world is small, could you do the same thing on a boat one half the size of yours. Stay safe and always stay connected to that safety line. 38º44"N/122º67"WMsLynnhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17948640891578544551noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1578399656308603032.post-32210916501220771862010-03-23T15:45:26.069-07:002010-03-23T15:45:26.069-07:00@ Mariner Walt- "Solo Loco"..GREAT title...@ Mariner Walt- "Solo Loco"..GREAT title!<br /><br />The Kiwi's have him beat though: Check the bottom of this page -<br /><br />http://www.latitude38.com/lectronic/lectronicday.lasso?date=2010-02-19&dayid=390<br /><br />@ MTL - naw, duck is too greasy for me, liver is definitely out of the question; maybe the steak.... but with blueberries?, like sweet?<br /><br />Think I'd rather have the Loonie.<br /><br />Steve in CaliforniaUnknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07000611436795521828noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1578399656308603032.post-71520395387184792212010-03-23T15:35:01.962-07:002010-03-23T15:35:01.962-07:00Hi Abby. Thank you for your post. It is comforti...Hi Abby. Thank you for your post. It is comforting to receive news from you. It seems there is nowhere a person can go anymore where there isn't someone else; not like when the earlier explorers set sail through Drake's Passage. When I think about how big the ocean is, 100 miles is almost arms length. From what I read there is also a lot of traffic through Drake's Passage - it seems a lot going north/south, too. I think it would be grand if every ship in Drake's Passage had your coordinates (so they can stay out of your way) and if they would then come up (within safe distance) and ride parallel with you until you make it through. It would be cool to hear the people shouting "Go, Abby!" and horns blowing... For me, this would "help me feel more comfortable" just knowing you had supporters near you and I just think it would be cool for you and everyone who can be there to come close enough to celebrate with you as you finish this milestone, which is coming so soon. 15 foot waves sound high enough for passing the day :) Here's a friendly hug and a parting wish for today, that you stay LINKED and ALERT and RESTED and whatever else you need... How's Doggie and Pelican? I will look forward to your next post, hopefully, no later than tomorrow. ;-)Barbarahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02978015514929369174noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1578399656308603032.post-28930627694812822272010-03-23T15:16:17.547-07:002010-03-23T15:16:17.547-07:00Hi Abby--wishing you well here from Philadelphia P...Hi Abby--wishing you well here from Philadelphia PA! I'm a freshman in college and love reading your blogs (especially when I am procrastinating to write a paper ;)) I'm so glad that I heard about your journey a while ago and am able to read what you encounter on a day-to-day basis. Keep in mind that God is really taking care of you and is with you (and Wild Eyes!)throughout your whole journey!!<br /><br />-KatieKatiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18377455349810942724noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1578399656308603032.post-1370876317094257692010-03-23T15:00:58.709-07:002010-03-23T15:00:58.709-07:00Hi Abby
I’m enjoying your adventure vicariously t...Hi Abby<br /><br />I’m enjoying your adventure vicariously through your blog – and I thank you for that. I especially enjoy the pictures you post. If you pass close enough to the Cape to see it, and it’s worth it, try to take and post some pictures. <br /><br />Many thanks,<br /><br />Rick<br />Thousand OaksAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1578399656308603032.post-74639375457873524472010-03-23T14:44:59.626-07:002010-03-23T14:44:59.626-07:00Glad to hear you're alright!
Keep up the good...Glad to hear you're alright!<br /><br />Keep up the good work.<br /><br />EdAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02683862388676163629noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1578399656308603032.post-75612203531091439962010-03-23T14:30:18.909-07:002010-03-23T14:30:18.909-07:00Hi Abby,
Nice to read your updates and to hear th...Hi Abby,<br /><br />Nice to read your updates and to hear that you are in a good mood. To see the sun is a joy for all of us. I think you have been very lucky with the weather so far. I will go on a fortnights holiday tomorrow, and I will try to find a net café, so I can continue to read your news. Maybe you have rounded The Horn when I'm back.<br />Keep on sailing safe with your good mood.<br />Regards,<br />Ingrid, Tyreso, SwedenAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1578399656308603032.post-10601518239907340162010-03-23T14:30:18.910-07:002010-03-23T14:30:18.910-07:00Hi Abby it must be fun having your own boat and li...Hi Abby it must be fun having your own boat and living your dream, yet I bet it gets scary out there sometimes. Well at least your latest event would've have scared the hell out of me. Yet praise the Lord He has kept you safe and I pray He will continue to do so. By the way I think your parents are cool and I have no doubt that they are lonely without you. So may you keep smile on your face and the wind behind you. All the best, TonyTonyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07772107661737504989noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1578399656308603032.post-82269646211081047282010-03-23T14:22:11.261-07:002010-03-23T14:22:11.261-07:00Sounds like you're rolling along! Take care o...Sounds like you're rolling along! Take care out there... Peace, Your Oklahoma Well-WisherYour Oklahoma Well-Wishernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1578399656308603032.post-88869330012808684112010-03-23T13:22:59.378-07:002010-03-23T13:22:59.378-07:00Prayers of protection are said, candles are lit an...Prayers of protection are said, candles are lit and we want you to enjoy your trip. What a grand experience. <br /><br />"Sleeping Kitten - Dancing Dog!"<br /><br />Please add your blog to BlogCatalog.comTheresa111http://skdd.wordpress.comnoreply@blogger.com