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8th December 2009 Gwyneth Ollivierre	Christmas - From: Christmas in Bequia I have read all about Christmas in St Vincent and Bequia. I was looking for decoration ideas and a strong sence of tradition. My Mother and Father was born on these two islands. I have also been but not around christmas time , it sounds really great!. My family is now looking for a traditional christmas song to sing on christmas day. Have you any song that could be recommend? Before I go Me and my family sends greetings of a very Merry Christmas to all and God Bless everyone.
30th November 2009 margie	sounds like a movie - From: 6 Countries in 6 Days Hi, I see on the horizon a movie to be made.Good luck on the high seas in the land of beauty.
30th November 2009 Theodore Ferguson	- From: The Hummingbird Island Trinidad has 465 species of birds and not over 10000 as claimed in the article. Please correct.
26th November 2009 margie	Truly the Best place - From: Farewell to the Grenadines hi, Love the video and pictures,Happy Thanksgiving on the high seas!
25th November 2009 MOM	Paradise Indeed - From: Farewell to the Grenadines It just doesn't get any better than this! I can see why the Grenadines will always hold a special place in your hearts. Thank you for sharing this experience with you! Love, Mom and Jack
14th November 2009 Adventure Tours	Deep Blue Oceans - From: Diving The Grenadines Diving is an an apt choice for connecting one self with the wonders of the underwater world. India is one such country that encapsulates awesome diving destinations. These are located in the exterme junctions of the country namely Lakshwadeep, Andaman and Nicobar. Carrying the gush of huge ocean bodies, India is fast emerging as one of the thrilling destinations for Dive enthusiasts like Jay and Jen.
13th November 2009 Vacation Deals	great - From: Diving The Grenadines nice blog...nice video and photography.. i love underwater adventure.
12th November 2009 Spencer Barrett	Dive - Dive - Dive - From: Diving The Grenadines Instead of trying to always float on it… now you have becomes ONE with it..
Pierre-Alexandre 12th November 2009 PA Leslie	Hi - From: Diving The Grenadines Tobago Keys was a great dive for me. Did it back in 2007 summer. Not the best dive I did, but still an amazing place. Great to see that you've gone the same way as us...diving is great! Our next dive in next week in Thailand...and end of the month, I'll dive in a little more remote place. I've been following your blog for a while, great one! Thanks a lot! Peter
12th November 2009 margie	Picture perfect - From: Diving The Grenadines Hi, We are at the Red Sea, in Israel where the snorkeling is also special.So many Seas to explore.Our travels are by airlplane, the fast way.Enjoy the scenic route.
9th November 2009 St Vincent Property	St Vincent a real gem - From: Touring The Grenadines Sad to hear that you had bad weather in St Vincent! Can't wait to re-visit this stunning group of islands.
31st October 2009 Lynn and Randy	Awesome lights - From: Splash! WOW...Your truly have a YACHT.... How's the fishing? Just joking. We sure miss you two and very happy that you are on the move again. Lynn and Randy
26th October 2009 margie	what a way to go - From: Splash! Hi, I am dreaming of sailing on the high seas with you.Those memories will be with you forever.There is such peace and tranquility in the middle of the seas.Enjoy that life while you have it now.Happy sailing in the sun.
26th October 2009 Spencer Barrett	New Name - From: Splash! Nice movie You might need to change your name to "Light Runner"
24th October 2009 JM	Whaoooo! nice stern! - From: Splash! Cool light, Ary what the same one on is boat. Still having fun I see Grosse bises J-M
Jean & Ken Johnson 24th October 2009 SunLakers	Awesome! - From: Splash! Your new underwater lights are awesome! I really can see you spending hours, like you mentioned, watching the underwater life at night! love... mom :)
20th October 2009 Suzanne	Seafaris Powerboat Eco-tour - From: Underwater Sculpture Park Fantastic Pictures Rum Runner they really show the natural environment taking over the statues which is what they were designed to do. We stop at the statues with our guests on a regular basis so it has been enthralling watching them change over time. Just for your own information the man at the desk is called the Lost correspondent and depicts the evolution of news and history in Grenada. You can't really see them now but his desk is inlaid with all sorts of items such as papers and items from the revoultion and more recently some tickets from the Cricket World Cup. He really was the lost correspondent at one point as strong surges picked him up and stuck him under the reef. Luckily the divers from Dive Grenada restored him to his rightful position. Best regards. Suzanne
xiaoniu 11th October 2009 xiaoniu	Nice trip - From: Island Tours kelly got great courage to feed the monkey in such a close distance,you know its sharp claws always make my flesh creep.You took some great pictures and gave a particular description that seem to let me be personally on the scene Thanks for sharing and enjoy your journey.
Jay and Jen Johnson 8th October 2009 Rum Runner	Land Ho! - From: On The Hard Yes, looking at land. Probably in St. Thomas or Florida- still can't decide. Pros and cons to both.
Jay and Jen Johnson 8th October 2009 Rum Runner	Hmm...Elk? - From: Oil Down: The National Dish of Grenada Don't know about elk and quail, but I guess it is worth a shot!
7th October 2009 Bart	- From: On The Hard See, living on land isn't all that bad! Love, Dad P.S. Where would you like to have your land?
7th October 2009 Bart	Would elk work? - From: Oil Down: The National Dish of Grenada Looks like a tasty dish. You can't go wrong with okra and sweet potatoes. I wonder what elk, quail, and pheasant would add? Love, Dad
liliram 7th October 2009 liliram	Reminds me of something back home.......... - From: Oil Down: The National Dish of Grenada I love food blogs! I can't imagine cooking that much food. But it sure looks yummy to me. Thanks for blogging on this. Now I know what food to try when i get there.
7th October 2009 Spencer Barrett	YUM - From: Oil Down: The National Dish of Grenada You Landlubbers - I thought you guys must be up on dry dock w/ Blog updates cranking out everyday ! Keep em coming.
5th October 2009 Spencer Barrett	Coral of Dreams - From: Underwater Sculpture Park If you Build it - they will come
29th September 2009 Ollie	Diving - lucky people - From: Diving, Not Driving, In The Saintes The diving looks fantastic - I'm learning to dive at the moment and trips like yours is so inspiring. Enjoy!
28th September 2009 Spencer Barrett	Said like a true Captain Ron - From: Time To Book! Time to kick the tires and light the fires - congrads on making it south.
25th September 2009 J-M	IWTG !!!!! - From: Virgin Gorda HIIIIIIIIIIIIII !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! i whant to go !!!!! Jay ?>)@@#$%%^^ Where are the pic of the lady's ?????? help a brother out for god sake (may be , could not spelle this one) !!!! Grosse bises, J-M
21st September 2009 Bart	Baths - you were there - From: The Baths Jenn, One thing I remember about the baths is the use of or remote control camera while we were cruising on the Big Kahuna. Do you remember how many photos we took because we didn't know if the camera was working? What a riot - some of the photos show me with a stern look pointing the remote at the camera. Not a keeper. Glad you guys are having fun. Love, Dad
21st September 2009 Spencer Barrett	WOW - - From: The Baths There are not may granite islands...This looks kind of like the Seychelles - great sculpted boulders and blinding white sand beaches.
21st September 2009 Gran	Great - From: The Baths Loved the pics and your commentary; these should fit nicely into your book!!!! Fall is coming in Colorado and the sight s are beautiful. Keep the blogs coming. Love you
5th September 2009 Traveller	Wind - From: Re-Visiting St. Martin Looks like you had a bit of wind in the lagoon from the video. The Jet Blast scene reminds me of a time was driving a baggage conveyor behind a 707 that forgot to light his beacons. No fun. Fair Winds! Traveller
26th August 2009 jj	dd - From: Anchored at the Base of Mt. Pelee hi it's cool
18th August 2009 margie	Don't move - From: Best Beach... Barbuda Hi, Why don't you stay where you are during the hurricane season, the island looks perfect! Keep up the e-mails.
18th August 2009 heather Johnson	seriously - From: Best Beach... Barbuda Seriously, Travis and I also sailed to Barbuda with Don. We believed we were also the only ones there, when lo and behold on our long walk on the beach we ran into an umbrella on the beach and as we got closer we could slowly make out a naked man on top of a naked woman! Yikes!!! Needless to say, we turned around and quickly walked the other way!
5th August 2009 Maritiza	No perripheal vision! - From: Driving in Puerto Rico The sites in P.R. are very beautiful, now you have to really look twice for the drivers, they have a bad habit of cutting people off even in small streets. Worst .than New York drivers, I know I lived there all my life
11th July 2009 margie	next stop? - From: Antigua: A Party Island with a Sailing Problem Hi, I am trying to figure out which island to meet you on--just dreaming--what is you itinerary?I know its hard to plan a schedule when you are at sea.Keep up those logs and have fun,Margie
9th July 2009 anonymous	Antigua and Solar Eclipse - From: Antigua: A Party Island with a Sailing Problem Jenn & Jay, Antigua is where Katie and I witnessed a total solar eclipse on 2/26/1998. We loved Antigua but the eclipse eclipsed Antigua. Glad you guys are having fun. Love, Dad
1st July 2009 mark Scott	Dude that is too bad! - From: Portsmouth I'm sorry you no longer have a boss or a silly little paycheck or all the other stuff to worry about :) Of course I'm kidding :) Looks like you are doing exactly what you wanted ....but I think it is a bit longer than you originally intended?
1st July 2009 Gran	Great Pics and Story - From: Portsmouth So good to hear from you again; it has been quite awhile. That island sounds so beautiful; is it not on the paths of the cruise ships??? We are probably as hot in Denver as you are on the island, but no beautiful water, except the pool, to jump into. Love you
1st July 2009 margie	baskets - From: Portsmouth hi, Things sound good for you.This trip sounds like real education. You have been away so long but I am sure you are forgetting about time.Love to see those baskets.xx M.
22nd May 2009 Lauren	- From: Dominica Part II Thoroughly enjoyed a long-awaited update to your blog! Yours is my favorite blog to read and live vicariously through! Keep enjoying your time in the Carribean and keep the updates coming!
Vibert & Shanna 19th May 2009 two4deroad	I wish I was there... again! - From: Dominica Part II Seeing your pictures and reading about the places you have been to, makes me miss it so much. Being so close to natures wonders. I agree, you have indeed captured the spirit of it all very well. Enjoy this island gem for all of us who are so for away.
18th May 2009 Journey Into Africa	Africa Tours - From: Dominica Part II Great Post! Very informative and a great read. I saw this site during my browsing and think it may be a relevant resource for your readers. www.journeyintoafrica.co.za , Keep up the great posts!
18th May 2009 Spencer	rum and hot springs - From: Dominica Part II Jen - Thanks for the update - Makes me want to head over to the Columbia Gorge and hike up some waterfall creeks - but there will not be any rum and hot springs to warm up with.
17th May 2009 Paul	Tobacco Rum - From: Dominica Part II Too funny - That reminds me of the mentholated bottled water I had in China 10 years ago - yuck! Love your updates!
17th May 2009 Rita	Thank you ! - From: Dominica Part II Dear Jen and Jay, what a great blog of your discoveries in Dominica. I am glad you are enjoying your visit here and telling the world how great it is. Dominica is still relatively undiscovered and unless you experience the adventures yourself it is just too amazing for words (although you have captured the spirt very well). Look forward to reading the rest of your adventures and I hope you have a great time.
30th April 2009 Andrea	Great Blog! - From: French Fishing Villages Your blogs have been so helpful to us as we have been cruising in some of the same waters. I would put in a google search and your blog shows up! Not sure if you have seen it, but there is a facebook for cruisers that is a great place to be able to connect with other cruisers for info or to share info...you should check it out. seaknots.com Thanks again! ;-) Andrea s/v Can Drac
24th March 2009 Bart	Smoking - From: French Fishing Villages Now that fuel is cheap, I am at least glad to see that the sail boat can run on alternate fuel. Love, Dad.
23rd March 2009 margie	yummy french food - From: French Fishing Villages HI, loved the new videos, feel like I am with you sailing.We are watching the waves at the beach on Kona, Hawaii.KONA would love it here-
15th March 2009 Don Moore	Buried treasure on Cave Cay - From: Cave Cay My wife and I visited Cave Cay in the summer of '85 or '86 after we earned thirteen sailing trophies in the Abacos to win the overall prize known as the Victor Ludorem Trophy. After venturing to Cave Cay we buried five or six of the silver platters inside some of the smaller but accessable caves with just an inch or two protruding from the sandy floor. We have often wondered in any of these items were found. Don Moore
myroadtotravel 8th March 2009 myroadtotravel	Love the pics - From: Between the Pitons These are fantastic. would love to publish some of your pics from your trips at my blog http://www.myroadtotravelblog.com Let me know what your think Tim
7th March 2009 ramsuresh	Felicity - From: Divali It' say under one of your pics. that the streets of Chaguanas all lit up with Christmas lights and deyas for Divali. But the village is Felicity and the road is Cacandee Road
Ali Watters 6th March 2009 Ali	I love the first photo!! - From: Between the Pitons Completely sums up the joy of snorkelling :)
4th March 2009 Greg and Kris	Banana Plants - From: St. Lucia The plastic bags are partially for pests, but mostly to speed up ripening; faster turnaround makes for a more efficient banana plant. Also, they aren't trees, which my children love to point out to me when I say it wrong. Our public schools are getting more efficient, too, I guess.
22nd February 2009 Bart	- From: Marigot Bay You need to learn the song "Yes, we have no bananas"
22nd February 2009 margie	Fond memories for us - From: Marigot Bay Hi, Glad you finally made it to our wonderful home in St Lucia where we lived for a year.Yes, we had the bananas!Wish you could have gone to our village , Gros Islet where they had the jump-up every Fri and Sat night.Happy sailing!
10th February 2009 Jessica	- From: Great Harbor Cay I have spent a lot of time on Great Harbour as a child and now. My grandparents own a cottage on the island. I noticed that you said you wanted to go back because you really enjoyed the island. I just wanted to give you a few good ideas on what to do. Extremely close to shark creek is a beach that the locals call sand dollar beach. If you go at the perfect time (low tide) you will see more sand dollars and star fish than you have ever seen in your whole entire life. Our families have contests on who can find the largest, smallest, and most sand dollars. All dead of course. Also a great fishing place to go is the pillings. If you are docked in the marina it is extremely easy place to get to, and the only place my grandparents let me and my cousins take the boat alone. If you are going out of the cut and turn your boat to the right, it will be right there. The last place you must go is the blue hole. It is a bit further than the rest of the places and I do not exactly remember how to get there, but any local will know. It is about a 20 minute boat ride from the island and it is a must see. Hope you go back. Enjoy!
9th February 2009 Jerry	Eat the BakeNShark in Colorado! - From: Bake N' Shark You can get a great BakeNShark in Fort Collins, Colorado at Caribbean Food Shack!!! This restaurant is operated by a true Trini, Angela, and she makes the BakeNShark just like in Trini with all the special sauces! Yummy!!! Try it out!! It's in a gas station!! Campus West Shell just on the west side of the Colorado State University Campus. www.2mayto2mato.com check it out!
16th January 2009 gran	GREAT - From: Christmas in Bequia I am so happy that you had a joyous Christmas; not a Colorado Christmas, but spectuacular. Continue having a great time, but come back to us sometime. Love you
13th January 2009 Chris Kaler	A very special place - From: Compass Cay Our family has traveled to Compass Cay several times over the past few years. It's a very special place for us and our friends that have visited with us. The raw beauty of this island experience is hard to describe. You will just have to make your way there and decide for yourself. Prepare to lower your blood presure and feed your soul.
7th January 2009 kaitlin	- From: Bake N' Shark just have to say when I went to Trinidad I was amazed at how good the bake n shark was. I as well visited Maracas beach and it was a wonderful experience i highly suggest it for a nice vacation
5th January 2009 Greg and Kris	Nice Blog! - From: Chatham Bay Hi, just stumbled across your blog while googling something else. My wife and I are in Portland and in the market for a liveaboard with the goal of going cruising in four years. Great to see somebody out doing it! We've looked at a couple of boats at The Sailing Life and just went to Portland Boat Show. The search continues; mean time thanks for letting us virtually cruise with you. loveandcoconuts.blogspot.com
29th December 2008 Spencer Barrett	NIce Log - From: PSV & PM Your sunset is much better than ours- which is liquid rain. We just melted off the white xmass - had snow on the ground for 2 weeks !
29th December 2008 Margie	Sunsets - From: PSV & PM Hi, Just saw a beautiful in sunset in San Francisco at low tide yesterday.Hard to compete with the Caribbean.Toast in the New Year in Paradise!
24th December 2008 Ruby	Union Island Trip - From: Union Island When I came upon the beautiful pictures and comments by the Johnsons of Union Island my homeland, and the fun time they had, it made me homesick, especially because it's been freezing cold here in Canada over the last couple of weeks. I'm glad, though, that they enjoyed spending time in one of the most beautiful spots in the world.
12th December 2008 cheryl	kona - From: Windwardside I love Kona's haircut! Merry Christmas - the islands look glorious!
11th December 2008 Margie	Times are good - From: A Promise Fufilled Hi , you chose the best time ever to sail away from the real world.You are giving us all a taste of paradise.Happy sailing -
8th December 2008 Gran	GREAT - From: Union Island What beautiful pictures and narrative. And I am sitting here waiting for the next snow just as the last one disappears. But all this makes for a beautiful holiday setting; wish you were here.
16th November 2008 Eric	Tahiti Beach - From: Elbow Cay Tahiti Beach is my special place I go in my mind when I meditate. Thanks for sharing these pictures with us. The Abacos are so special. http://vitaljourney.org/2008/11/08/using-self-hypnosis-to-meditate-better/#comment-1884
Sheri Fresonke Harper 31st October 2008 sfharper	I want to visit! - From: The Hummingbird Island This is on our list of next destinations, thanks for the great write up! It looks like great fun :) Sheri
28th October 2008 Margie	Fish taco - From: Bake N' Shark Hi,looks just like some fish tacos I have had and shark is just another fish.Jay looks so happy.
28th October 2008 holidayrental.com	Angostura Attractions - From: Angostura this place is really beautiful and lot of our customers are not aware of this place but when some one visits there on recommendation, they really like it.
28th October 2008 Aslam	Beautiful Area - From: Bequia, Sweet Sweet Bequia The area is very beautiful i want to live there. I have also write a blog of travel the url of my blog http://1indiatravel.blogspot.com/ which provide information about india travel.
27th October 2008 jim	- From: A National Geographic Moment why didn't you just hop onto the back of the turtle for a better picture?
26th October 2008 Mom	Liming - From: Liming We really enjoyed being with you guys in Trinidad recently and with your new friends. Thanks again for the tours of the area, introducing us to the local treats (roti, doubles and bake n'shark), yummy grilled ribs and pina coladas on the boat, liming with your great friends, etc. etc. etc. See you next in St. Thomas! love....mom and dad :)
7th October 2008 Jess	Bake n Shark - From: Bake N' Shark actually saw this on bizzare foods on the travel channel, made my mouth water.. one of the few things on bizzare foods that i was actually interested in trying!! looks amazing..
Clark Wierda 29th September 2008 GoTraveller	Rum Education - From: Rhum Tasting Glad to see that you are furthering your rum education. A friend and I did a similar thing the last time we were in Scotland with whiskey. Enjoying the stories! 73, Clark N8CBW
Clark Wierda 28th September 2008 GoTraveller	Arecibo - From: Driving in Puerto Rico I dream of visiting the radio telescope. My wife and I enjoyed touring Old San Juan the last time we were down there.
9th September 2008 LLOYD	BAKE 'N' SHARK - From: Bake N' Shark LOOKS NICE, SOUNDS GREAT, SEND ME THE RECIEPE. LOVE TO TRY THAT ONE..
Jay and Jen Johnson 23rd August 2008 Rum Runner	RE: Unfortunately... - From: A National Geographic Moment We are very eco-friendly trevelers and am aware of the plight of the leatherback turtle- they are an endangered species. That is why we went to Matura Bay Turtle Sanctuary. If you read the blog, then you would notice that this society has done everything possible to protect the turtle nesting ground- including stop many hotel developments. In fact, you must apply for government permits months in advance to even visit this beach and it is patroled by park wardens. Matura Bay Turtle Sanctuary also sponsors many programs and research projects to help protect the leatherback turtles and has in fact seen a significant increase in turtle landings and nests since their involvement over 15 years ago. I am well aware of other "touristy attractions" that visit beaches for turtle watching that have impacted the beach and led to the decrease of turtle landings. However, the Matura Bay Turtle Sanctuary is not one of them and deserves our support. Thank you.
23rd August 2008 ruggeryobu	Unfortunately... - From: A National Geographic Moment Sorry to barge in like this..but such touristy "attractions" have led to the decrease of turtle landings around the world.... Enjoy the rest of your trip though!
20th August 2008 Gale-Lee-Gale	WOW - From: Trini! Wow, you guys have really been all over down there! Thanks for sharing the beautiful pictures along the way. They have been so great and make me feel like I was almost there.
19th August 2008 Nancy Rodger	bummer about the bum knee - From: Grenada, The Spice Island The place looks awesome! You guys are building so many fabulous memories in your bank. How adventuresome are you! Thanks for letting us all live through you vicariously. We miss you. Nancy
10th August 2008 Margie	celebration time - From: Bequia, Sweet Sweet Bequia hi, We just got back from New York and wanted to fly and meet you on one of the islands but you move too fast. It is truly beautiful in the Grenadines, makes you want to live there forever!!!
7th August 2008 MOM	- From: The Tobago Cays The commentary and photographs are great! Are you getting paid by the Board of Tourism or is it really that beautiful? Sounds like you're enjoying the new camera. Love, Mom
26th July 2008 Margie	sorry you missed St Lucia! - From: Time to Move On Hi, You would have loved climbing the Pitons which Jacike did on his 40th birthday! It is a special island that we lived on for 9 months.Happy sailing!
17th July 2008 Adam	Martinique - From: Anchored at the Base of Mt. Pelee I am a cousin of cheryl McCarthy. I am in Martinique as well. Would have been cool to meet up but we leave for Puerto Rico today. If you get a chance check out Ti Sable at Grande Anse beach. It is on the west side of the island just south of Fort De France. Great bar/restaurant on a wonderful beach. If you get a chance check out my blog at www.nauticaljournal.com Keep in touch. Adam
17th July 2008 anonymous	- From: Driving in Puerto Rico go to the ghetto its beutifull too.
15th July 2008 Margie	bastile day - From: Anchored at the Base of Mt. Pelee Hi, hope you celebrated with the French.We were in Martinique just after the hurricane David swept thru .We say the banana tress all bent over.It was so hot and humid down there.Happy sailing,Margie
Jay and Jen Johnson 13th July 2008 Rum Runner	Travel Info - From: Driving in Puerto Rico Glad you liked my blog. We loved PR and there is lots to do there- be sure to explore Old San Juan and the fort for culture and history, you can visit the rain forest in El Yunque, or take a ferry over to Culebra and Culebrita for the lovely beaches there.
13th July 2008 GRAN	AWESOME - From: Rhum Tasting The pics and commentary were to beautiful and interesting. I was on Martinique off a cruise ship years ago, but saw very little of the island. I do remember buying a bottle of rum and carrying it back to the US. Keep the blogs coming. Love and miss you.
6th July 2008 Kam	More Info on PR, please - From: Driving in Puerto Rico Hi, I love the detailed info from your May 15th posting. I'm new at this and this is my first time accessing the travel blogs. My 21-yrs old daughter and I will have 10 days in PR from the last week of Aug. We have 5 day hotel reservation in San Juan but like to know any nearby areas to visit after our first 5 days. Which areas you suggest if we decide to stay in the PR? We like beaches, snorkeling, rain forest, arts, culture and historical sites but not party life. We wanted to go to Cuba but don't know how to get there from PR. Should we consider Jamaica, Turks & Caicos instead? Also, should we buy travel insurance because of hurricane during that period? We are grateful for any suggestions. Kam
4th July 2008 Margie	Paradise in the caribbean - From: Les Saintes truly a lovely place.Will you get down to St Lucia?We lived there for a year and loved it.Our Hawaii trip is over now but we have lots of memories and pictures to prove it.Happy sailing to you^^^
14th June 2008 Scott	not right - From: De-Masted Holy crap! That's just not right! Hang in.
8th June 2008 Boater	Lucky - From: Culebrita I guess you were not there on a holiday or week-end. It would have been very different. Mat nsspattam.bockh.com
5th June 2008 Margie	Think Positive - From: De-Masted Hi, Such experiences I never would have imagined.Life on a sailboat is not just blowing with the wind.Thanks for the truth and the lessons you are sharing.
5th June 2008 Kay Sibold	Holy Moly - From: De-Masted HOLY MOLY - What a process. Congratulations!!! Thanks for documenting the ordeal. Love, Mom & Jack
4th June 2008 margie	Volcanoes, flowers,churches, all island living - From: Saba Hi, We are comparing Hawaii to Saba, very similar except no glass operation.We do have pineapples, shave ice and surfing.
30th May 2008 margie	More fun than ever in the sun - From: Stuck in St. Martin Hi, Keep up the blogs.Glad your family got to share your fun.Aloha
15th May 2008 Luis	To add - From: Driving in Puerto Rico There are many places that you can visit in PR. I am from PR. You just need to get a descent rate price for the hotel(s). Make reservations before you come so you would be able to get better hotel prices. If you do not want to drive a lot and you can afford staying a couple of days in the north, a couple in the west, a couple in ponce, it is also a good idea also. Driving in Puerto Rico is not that bad. It is similar to US. Maybe you will find it different but it is not too different. I say this because I have been in Dominican Republic and there is really different. I tell you; over there they use the horn as the brakes. There is really hard to drive. I have nothing against my Dominican republican brothers it is just the way they drive over there. Now, I will advise some places that you can visit in different part of the island. I am not going to tell you the exact directions but you just need to know the place and its city; then, you can just ask once in that city. North - City/San Juan. - Place / Old San Juan - area of the cruise’s harbor. North - City/Hato Rey - Place / Plaza Las Americas Mall. (The bigger here) Northeast - City/Rio Grande - El Yunque National Forest. My recommendation is to wear shorts of swim suit, you’re going to walk but there are a couple of rivers that you might like to swim into. Northwest - City/Arecibo - Arecibo Radio Telescope. Northwest - City/Isabela - Best pizza (I think). Carr.2 turn at intersection carr.112 and 3 mins. In front of an unbranded gasoline station. West North - City/Aguadilla - 1) Beach-Crash boat 2) Swimming park-Las Cascadas West - City/Mayaguez - Mayaguez Mall West - City/Cabo Rojo/Boqueron - Beach Buyé / Carr. 2 int. carr. 100 and after 13 mins. To the right is Boqueron county and 7 minutes more to Buye Beach. Southwest - City Guanica - Beaches Caña Gorda and then Beach Tamarindo (7 mins. After Caña Gorda. Another beach (not completely with clear waters but for the one asking, good bikinis) is Playa Santa also here in Guanica. South - Ponce (I live here). This thread has talked about places in Ponce already, nicely. Just to add, the museum of ponce, where the “Flaming June” paint belongs to. But I think it is going to be closed for a year or so. Also south of ponce at 6 mile from the coast is Caja de Muerto island for the beach. Go to la guancha area in ponce and take the ferry/boat Saturdays and Sundays. Should be there at 8:00 if you do not have reservations. Boat departs before 9 am and returns at 4 pm. You have to bring your beverages, food and water in gallons (a couple) for your salty body. Travel in boat is one hour each way. You can also visit Flamingo the beach of the city of Culebra but by plane or boat. It is to the east of Puerto Rico. I have told you not everything but some of the best places and best beaches to visit (clear waters is there is not a lot of wind). ps: nowadays there are not a lot of public phones but you can bring your cel. from at&t(former cingular), suncom, verizon here was bought by Claro, Sprint. I use sprint. Or you can buy a prepaid one here at walmart, kmart, etc.
10th May 2008 GRAN	AWESOME - From: Carnival! What beautiful pics and commentary. Wish I could have been there for that experience. Thanks for sharing.
8th May 2008 Two4deroad	Carnival Rocks - From: Carnival! Super pictures. I lived on St. Maarten for 5 ears and this is definetely bringing back memories. Thanks for the visual Shanna
2nd May 2008 Margie	Love in the Islands - From: Marina Cay Hi Loved your romantic story , you are living out your dream after 10 years.So much fun to revisit memorable places.Jackie and I met in Hawaii and we keep returning.Aloha
30th April 2008 margie	hew haw - From: Leinster Bay hi, sounds like fun in the sun.Thinking of you while we watch the waves in Hawaii.
16th April 2008 Sailor Sue	Rip Shmip - From: St. Thomas Yikes...that is quite a rip. Those Caribbean winds can get ugly. So you're getting closer to us. Throw in a tack or two and get the hell here! Well not here...Montserrat... because we'll be gone by Friday. How about Antigua. We'll be there in a week or so and probably staying for awhile. By the way.....look for sailing vessel Bellagio. Our cruising friends Kathy and Kerry are currently in BVI and taking their time about moving on. Their next stops will be Peter and Norman islands. They're lots of fun too but being that their Canadians....they're metric. So be prepared.
16th April 2008 Kathy	Sounds wonderful! - From: Driving in Puerto Rico Wow, what a great trip. My husband and I are planning to visit Puerto Rico in August with our two boys, 17 and 10. Could you recommond a resort with beautiful girls in bikinis (for my 17 yo) and snorkeling, pool and rain forest (for my 10 yo)? Any suggestion is welcome, I am completely confused with all the choices.
14th April 2008 Margie	Island Living - From: Driving in Puerto Rico Hi, love the updates on the high seas.I am off to the island in Hawaii , Molokai.I will be thinking of you .
29th March 2008 GRAN	Awesome - From: Driving in Puerto Rico What beautiful pictures and such an informative and fun travelogue. I hope that you two are planning to write a book about your adventures when all this is over. I have been to Puerto Rico twice, but just off a cruise ship for a day and you don't see much that way!!!!
26th March 2008 Margie	Having fun again - From: Four Countries in One Week! Congrats on getting so far so fast!You sound great.We will be thinking of you on Sat, Isabelle's day of remberance.
8th February 2008 Dan	That water is an incredible blue - From: Kayaking Alligator Creek Looks like fun!
21st January 2008 Bart	jealous - From: Where One Day Blends Into Another Looks like you guys will never see another cold day again. Went to Lake George for the weekend. First day, the temps ranged from -30 to a sultry +10. I sure wish I was there. Love, Dad
19th January 2008 Albert King	You have convinced me! I am moving to Emerald Bay - From: Emerald Bay I am looking to live at Emerald Bay, I love fishing yachting and fine islands and after a lot of research I am convinced - To live at Four Seasons could be expensive and not so private and so I am looking for somewhere nearby - I found www.thewaterfrontlife.com and they are offering developments for sale right besides Four Seasons! I would be interested to learn of other such developments on offer and how to find out about them - see you all in Exuma - Al
18th January 2008 Gran	Great Life!!! - From: Where One Day Blends Into Another Enjoyed your pics and your stories about these islands. I do hope that you will write about all your adventures in a book some day. Your story warmed a very cold Colorado day!!!!
12th January 2008 Margie	jimmy buffet - From: Just Another Day in Paradise Hi, We need music to go with your song "Just Another day in Paradise"
Jay and Jen Johnson 11th January 2008 Rum Runner	Golf - From: Berry Christmas Unfortunately we didn't play any golf this time, but certainly thought of you guys while we were out there. We had so much fun with you all last year in the Berries.
11th January 2008 Margie	Winter in the Bahamas-way to go - From: Berry Christmas Hi, Glad you are back in the boat and having fun.Time to relax after the rough ride there.We dream of the warm water and weather.Have fun!!
Jay and Jen Johnson 9th January 2008 Rum Runner	hey Spence - From: Rum Runner Done Reach We motored for two days against the wind... The weather is always a prediction that is a "guideline" for making our own decisions... Unfortunately this one was way off and we were already out in it before we could make other decisions... Ce la vie' - always more experiences to explore!
7th January 2008 Chris	Love you Guys :) - From: Berry Christmas So glad you're back and happy! Merry Christmas, sorry I missed you by phone before you left, but I'm glad you're blogging again! Love, Chris
7th January 2008 Spencer Barrett	Motoring? - From: Rum Runner Done Reach What an adventure.. Hard to trust those weather guessers. So Jay - w/ the wend on your stern - you must of been motoring?
6th January 2008 heather	Golf? - From: Berry Christmas Did you play a round of golf? Was Kona playing for Jen or Jay? Merry Christmas. Love you guys!
1st December 2007 Christy	Heya! - From: Go South, My Friend, Go South Still thinking about you - hoping you haven't left quite yet, what date are you turning the phone off? Love, Chris
30th November 2007 Mg	Sail Away~~~~~~~ - From: Go South, My Friend, Go South Meet you Down South-sounds wonderful!
13th October 2007 Mg	Sail Away~~~~~~~ - From: Rum Runner Hi, Glad you finally wrote about your plans which sound fantastic.We will meet you somewhere over there!MG
12th October 2007 Gran	- From: Rum Runner Great looking boat!!! Wish I could see it, maybe sometime????
10th October 2007 Nancy Rodger	super terrific - From: Rum Runner You guys rock! Wish we were there! Love NR
20th September 2007 Allen Mowery	Black Point--Truly Heaven on Earth - From: Black Point When I was a child, my family and I lived on Black Point for several years. My first and fondest memories are of life on that island, swimming, eating Coco plums, walking through the bush on our way to North Side, the looooong mailboat ride to Nassau, and many more! Lorraine is a personal friend of the family, and when she was just getting into business my father (known to the locals as "Brudda' Steve") would take my mom (commonly referred to as "Sista' Joy") on dates to her cafe. I love the islands, Black Point in particular, and would move back in a fraction of a heartbeat.
6th September 2007 Victoria Rogers	Black Point Regatta 2007 - From: Black Point Hello - was looking for info on the regatta and saw your post. We were at Compass Cay (with Tucker and the Sharks) but made time to go over to the regatta and we at at Lorraine's Cafe - small world. I'm writing an article about the regatta and saw your great photo of the boat in progress. Wondered if I might be able to use it, if I can get the article published. I have some great shots of the boats racing that I would gladly exchange if you had an interest.
23rd August 2007 Margaret	- From: Back in the Good ol' USA Glad you are back safe and sound and hopefully by this time, rested. I know you will enjoy being on land for awhile and so will Kona. Are you planning a trip to Kay's while you are here? The house is really beautiful and I know she has really missed you. I am off to Egypt and Jordan for 22 days leaving Saturday on a Grand Circle Trip.
31st May 2007 Margie	Sail away - From: The Abacos Hi, I finally got around to viewing your last month of travels. It feels so relaxing just reading about the Bahamas and all the special places. Thanks for helping all of us dream.
22nd May 2007 Scott & Sue	- From: The Abacos It looks beautiful there - and nice an calm. Hope the squalls stay off your heads. Have great fun with your families. Your Luperon dwelling friends, Captain Snappy and Sailor Sue
17th May 2007 Margaret	Wow! - From: Fowl Cay From the ridiculous to the sublime! I am glad that you were safe and used good judgment. I'm sure the man will remember his costly error for awhile. The dinner sounded wonderful. Looking forward to Kay and Jack coming Friday. Wish you were here.
16th May 2007 Dad	Channel - From: Exuma Park Headquarters After watching you guys navigate the channel in the Florida Keys, I am sure you had no problems. For one thing, you can see it. Dad
23rd April 2007 Spencer	Is there something wrong w/ your camera? - From: Georgetown Or is the water really that turquoise? Is there enough room on the Poop deck for both Kona and Cody? Thanks - good stories & Pictures.
20th April 2007 MOM	We're ready to book ................... - From: Emerald Bay This place looks like paradise - when shall we come?
17th April 2007 nancy	wow - From: Emerald Bay I am a wann be there.......................so there.........................
11th April 2007 Enee Marie	nice pic - From: Big Galliot Cay Hey! Nice full moon picture.
8th April 2007 Margie	Lorraines - From: Big Galliot Cay Hi, Sounds too good.We are thinking of you.Got to see the yacht club at Townsville above Brisbane.Guess we are too far for you to visit this trip.
Jean & Ken Johnson 7th April 2007 SunLakers	Wow! - From: Big Galliot Cay That is a great picture of your boat under the moon! What a great experience you are having now!!! Your artistic juices must really be flowing by now! Love you....momjj
26th March 2007 margie	fun at the yacht clubs - From: Staniel Cay Hi, Those cocktails in a yacht club always taste great.Keep having fun, Margie-down under
26th March 2007 MOM	Beautiful - From: Sampson Cay You look gorgeous Just Chillin' - Love the blogs, MOM
26th March 2007 MOM	Swimming with pigs? - From: Big Majors Now who woulda' thunk????????????? It's just too funny to believe. Love ya' - Mom
26th March 2007 Mom	Oh My! - From: Staniel Cay How lovely! Watching gently falling snow, I can't help wishing to be there with you. Each picture on the blog is more beautiful than the last. What a treat to experience this awesome paradise through you. Love you bunches!!!!!!! Mom
25th March 2007 Scott & Sue	Tasety Pigs? - From: Big Majors Hey kids, Blog looks great and the pigs look yummy. Are they sacrificed for the barbeque at Club Thunderball? See you on down the road, Scott & Sue
Jean & Ken Johnson 25th March 2007 SunLakers	Pigs & Paradise - From: Big Majors Hi Jay and Jen. Jay, looks like you are enjoying paradise as much as the pigs! I already just posted a comment before this one asking what Kona thinks of the pigs. I was not logged in for that, so this comment might show up sooner. Hey, our first big trip on our new blog will be Marsh Harbour on your boat!!! Love, mom aka SunLakers on Travelblog
25th March 2007 MomJJ	Pigs - From: Big Majors What does Kona think of the pigs?
23rd March 2007 margie	australia - From: Sailing on the Banks Hi, Looks like you are on your way South , maybe you can swing by Austalia? We are touring around Queensland and the beaches are beautiful. Your pictures are awsome, keep them coming.Love from Down Under, Margie and Jackie
17th March 2007 Kristin	Bahama Dreamin - From: Warderick Wells Looks like you all are on your way south! I remember Waderick Wells from November 2005 when I was cruising. If you head down to Great Exuma be sure to say hi to Pam and Oli are Dejarlo and Mic and Mary on Escargot from Kristin on Breezin'. I'm sure you will get plenty of great advice down island, but if you ever have any questions, feel free to email me.After Georgetown, I went to Rum Cay, the Turks and Caicos and then the DR. Kristin kristindwisneski@gmail.com Good Luck and Happy Sailing!!
15th March 2007 MomJJ	Wow! - From: Warderick Wells All I can say is "WOW", too, about the bananaquits. Like I said before, you should write a book when you are finished with your adventure. You could make A LOT of cash. It would pay for the whole thing! Then you can take another adventure, and write a book about that, and so on, and so on. Also, you should write a book about the dos and don'ts of equipping the boat. Can't wait for May 26th!!! love, the mom from Banning
15th March 2007 Mom	- From: Market Fish Cay Oh, my Dear Ones! The aggressive shark is too much! I'm glad you left this honey hole and hope that it's for more than another day - too close a call, wouldn't you say? Give Chris a big hug from me for getting you out of the water before Mr. Shark had more than a nibble from your fin. Your blog is such a treat & the photos are wonderful. Love you, MOM
14th March 2007 Nance	most beautiful - From: Warderick Wells Your imagery and writing is getting more and more beautiful. You could be trading this for cash? Travel writing is a natural for you. Miss you tons. You guys look relaxed and Kona is such a buddy!
14th March 2007 Gran	Thanks - From: Shroud Cay I enjoyed seeing and hearing of your adventures; keep them coming!!!
18th February 2007 Timothy & Susan	Homebound on Oregon Street - From: Atlantis Hi Jay & Jen, missing you. Kevin (other neighbor of Kevin & Amy) were just talking about you all yesterday. So, I read all of your blogs in one sitting just now. Looks like you have another 6 months to go according to your plan. Have you encountered all the people headed down to the Bahamas for the Anna Nicole Smith estate court activities? Or do the beaches make more of an impression? Keep on sailing! Susan
26th January 2007 Margaret	- From: Boot Key Harbor Wow...what fun. It's bad to be in Florida and not get to see you and Jay. We have really had a good time in the Destin area. Didn't get to St. Augustine...really wanted to, but ran out of time and it has rained a lot this last week. We are heading home tomorrow and Gran returns to Denver Wed. Keep having fun...you will always remember these days!!
14th January 2007 Sandy Estabrook	34 years for me! - From: Elbow Cay I have been vacationing in The Abacos almost annually since 1973. That was just months prior to their independence from Great Britain. I Fell in love with these Islands and the people as you might gather from a visit to my website AbacoEscape.com. This Blog is also linked there
23rd December 2006 Kris M	small world - From: Cumberland Island National Park you know its funny, i worked the ferry-boat that takes folk to and from my island! its good to hear that good sailors such as yourselves still enjoy what beauty this place has to offer. sadly my career in the ferry business is over until i get out of the Air Force! i tell you, my job was the perfect one, so when i get out, its back to the beach for me! you can check out the pictures i have taken of the island on my Myspace http://viewmorepics.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=user.viewPicture&friendID=17034085
4th November 2006 Sly	- From: Bald Head Island I wonder if Kona knows the adventure he is on? That is one lucky pup. What a dream you both are living...it inspiring.
29th October 2006 Lance Pinder	thanks for your compliments - From: Spanish Wells I am from Spanish Wells.I am so pleased you loved our Island.You have discovered a little piece of paradise that not many people know about.You will come back because you have eaten of the "coo coo soup".Spanish Wells truly is a tropical paradise.Have fun it sounds like you all are enjoying life.May God bless your sails.
26th October 2006 Margie	Cheers to Friends - From: Bald Head Island HI, I have to get my chart to figure out where you are . Sounds like fun as usual , glad you are making some nice friends -in the bar? Cheers! MG
3rd October 2006 margie	Oct 2, 2006 - From: Beaufort Hi, Just noticed you have not written in awhile.Keep writing those lovley logs.How is life in the East?Inquiring minds want to know.
30th September 2006 Margaret	- From: Beaufort Long time no hear! Glad you are safe and well and still having a great time.
29th September 2006 Gran	- From: Beaufort Enjoyed the pics and the history lesson. Keep on having fun!!! My love to you both.
29th September 2006 Nancy Rodger	Love you! - From: Beaufort Miss you too. Gald you are exploring and having this wonderful adventurous life.
4th September 2006 Larry (Carrot Top's Dad)	You've discovered my hideaway - From: Elbow Cay I've been going to Abaco since 1980...took a 33' sailboat down there for the owner. We had a 6' draft but still got into Hopetown harbour. Been back many, many times since then. An excellent place to snorkel is just off the beach on Guana Cay, just north of Nippers...nice reef all within 50 yards of shore...see 'cuda, sharks and a lot of fish!
28th July 2006 cheryl mccarthy	- From: Cumberland Island National Park Hi Jay and Jen, If you guys need a place to rest up I live in Bluffton, SC (right next to Hilton Head) and you are welcome to stay. You could explore Hilton head and SAvannah, GA. Of course Kona is welcome too! 843-706-3061. THanks for the travel updates!
27th July 2006 Christine Becker	Looks like you are having a grand time!! - From: Cumberland Island National Park It has been great to see the beautiful photos and the interesting stories of your adventure! It makes for wishful thinking that we all could have the opportunity to travel like this!! Have fun and be safe!!! Until the next adventure blog....
27th July 2006 Gran	- From: Cumberland Island National Park Enjoyed the pics and travelogue; you will be ready for National Geographic soon!!!!! I am so happy that you are enjoying this life on the sea. Love you
27th July 2006 Aunt Margaret	Long time no hear - From: Ruins at Royal Island Good to hear from you. The ruins are really beautiful. I know you are still having a great time.
26th July 2006 MomJJ	Hooray! - From: Ruins at Royal Island You are back online! Glad to read and see what you are doing again! We are looking forward to our turn on the boat with you two and the salty K.!!!!!! love and miss you alot!......mom
26th July 2006 Margie	Travel log - From: Ruins at Royal Island Hi, I am trying to keep track of you and the hurricanes. Stay safe. You send the best pictures -get ready for National Geographic spread.
26th July 2006 Aunt Kathryn	- From: Spanish Wells I am enjoying your blogs so much.. Sounds like you are having a fabulous time.
11th July 2006 Sharon Rose	What a great trip! - From: Nassau Thanks for taking us along with you. It's a joy to see you so happy. :) Sharon http://needlegrrl.blogspot.com/
2nd July 2006 Clyde Randolph	islands - From: Pete's Pub Hi, was on Eleuthera island for 5 years back in the eary 60"s, working on the AFB, tracking missiles etc, do you visit this island? planning on coming down for a vacation maybe in early 2007. the islands are wonderful, I know you have a ball.. Regards,\clyde
29th June 2006 Ann Wheelan	paradise - From: Nassau You guys are really living the life! You have become my weekly entertainment...I can't wait to log on and see where you are and what you are up to. What you are doing puts life into perspective for me. It's easy to get bogged down in the everyday..the traffic..bills...and forget that life is really a grand adventure and a wonderful exploration. You both are amazing. Take care, and I will be waiting for the next entry! (ps...if the previous comment was from the one and only Syliva Murray, Sly, you have to write me...ann.wheelan@gmail.com.) love to you both! Pet Kona for me!!! Ann
23rd June 2006 Sly	adventures - From: Nassau What an amazing adventure you're on, so glad you're well and having the time of your life. It's inspiring me to plann a vacation. Great pitures, all that schooling did come in handy. Keep bloggin' Sly
22nd June 2006 Jam	Great Guana Cay - From: Great Guana Cay What a wonderful blog, folks. You should stay up on the news at Great Guana Cay - its very dramatic. A golf course developer is trying to change the island for the worse: http://www.notesfromtheroad.com/guana.htm
21st June 2006 Mary	Blue Hole/Hoffman's Cay - From: Hoffmans Cay I have just returned from the Berry Islands and both groupers are still there, and were fed. The boys were chomping at the bit to fish for them, but they were not allowed. Looks like you had a beautiful trip as we did. We were in the Bahamas for 2 weeks on a sportcruiser and had a fabulous time.
31st May 2006 Margie	Nassau - From: Nassau Hi, Just read your logs for the last month and feel like I am on the journey with you. Check out the straw market in Nassau and keep eating that delicious fresh fish-yum. You are moving so fast on your journey.Luv MG
30th May 2006 Margaret	- From: Nassau Good to hear from you...it has been awhile. Where do you go during hurricane season? If you are in Aruba, go to to orchid garden. Jeane and I went there and it was beautiful. Just got back from 9 days in Hawaii, a ship trip around the islands, and enjoyed being in the car exploring on our own in Maui and Kauai. Hope you are well, happy, and safe.
26th May 2006 Gran	- From: Hoffmans Cay Great pics of the Blue Hole; you were really brave to do this. Maybe, you will be ready for Cliff Diving in Acapulco!!!!
26th May 2006 Gran	- From: Market Fish Cay What an adventure you are having!!! I would not like the shark attack!! I am enjoying summer here. Love you
26th May 2006 liz christenson	WOW! - From: Elbow Cay Can't get over how beautiful the water looks! The beach shots look so inviting. The weather looks fabulous, too. Are you fishing for anything special in this area?
26th May 2006 momjj	Finally! - From: Elbow Cay It's been a long time! We got spoiled with these blogs! In your pic, ou look so relaxed and fun loving. We also like the pics of the lighthouse. I am going to print out an 8x10 pic of both for grandma and tape it on the wall by her bed. ....love and miss you, mom
17th May 2006 Hannah	wishing...hoping - From: Great Guana Cay Hey guys... I'm a random blog-reader... living vicariously through you! I'm trapped at work, reading about all your adventures :) Thanks for the photos.
30th April 2006 Kathy	Lucky duckies - From: Great Guana Cay Hi, Jay and Jen: I have a dear friend named Bob, live aboard S/V Pellucid, in and about the Abacos. He charters with a Boy Scouts program out of Marsh Harbor during a few weeks in the spring, and then June through mid-August. I was fortunate to be able to last visit for ten days in the first half of March, just before moving from Miami, where I've lived for many years, to Ft. Myers. A change of profession and life purpose. Used to be computer network engineer, now in energetic healing/body work (www.inawareness.com). Anyway, Bob and I visited a couple, Bill & Leslie, who live on Manjack, and have built/created a wonderful, sustainable home on their property there, and a trail across to ocean side, as well. Warm, lovely people. If you get a chance, visit them. I'd have to look in my Abacos Guide to recall name of their bay, west side of Manjack, and right now, and its still buried deep in boxes. We also anchored in Bakers Bay, I recall being there before the development, being able to walk across to ocean side. I, too, wish the development was not. Bob intends to be next weekend at Heritage Festival in Green Turtle. If you are around there then, if you can find S/V Pellucid (www.pellucid.org), you will find Bob. I was looking for info about Bill & Leslie on Manjack, stumbled into your blog, thought I send you a note. If you get to the Ft. Myers area, it would be fun to meet. 239-433-1916/kathybledsoe@mac.com. Isn't it beautiful being where you are? Best of travels and adventures. Be well.
24th April 2006 Margaret	- From: Great Guana Cay I enjoy your pictures and your dialogue of your trip. How very blessed you are to spend this time on a "constant" vacation and seeing the world and how they live. I am very glad you have made some friends and can spend time with them. I know it is also a safety thing, as well. When you get to one of the Texas ports, give me a holler and I will come down to see you.
24th April 2006 Mark Crawford	- From: Great Guana Cay Glad you two, oops, three are doing so well. Sammy and Ryan love hearing from you. Stay safe Mark and Judy
23rd April 2006 liz	wow! - From: Great Guana Cay Looks like Great Guana Cay was very colorful and that you had most of the place to yourselves! Thanks for sharing!
22nd April 2006 Margie	Idylic life - From: Great Guana Cay The pictures say it all, life is wonderful on the islands. Keep us up to date daily, we want to dream. You made a good choice after all.
22nd April 2006 liz	amazing sunset - From: Manjack Cay Thanks for the description...I felt as though I was there with you. Nothing like a beautiful sunset and good wine...
22nd April 2006 Ryan Krause	I'm so jealous - From: Manjack Cay I was glad to hear from you guys. I was starting to wonder when we hadn't received an update in awhile. Things sound awesome. I of course wish I was there. But atleast with your journal we can all be with you in spirit. Glad you are enjoying yourself. Take care my friends and give Kona a pat on the head from me. -Ryan
21st April 2006 Auntie N	ahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh - From: Manjack Cay !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! 0 0 0 "uuu"
3rd April 2006 Margaret	WOW!! Again. - From: Bahama Bound I am enjoying your pictures and dialogue so much. Now I can save money and just live vicariously through you and Jay!! We are cruising around Hawaii in late May...not quite like being on your own. Enjoy and stay safe.
3rd April 2006 MomJJ	Reeeally Great! - From: Bahama Bound Great pics, as usual. I especially like the white sand! We are all envious back here. Looking forward to spending some time with you two and Kona soon. Speaking of Kona, I did not recognize him at first glance. He looks cool and relaxed! Now with our passports in hand, just let us know when and where and we are there!.......love, momjj p.s. How about posting a pic of your friends?
31st March 2006 liz	what a treat - From: Ft. Pierce Thanks for the great pics. It is wonderful to feel a presence of being with you on your experience. Never a dull moment... Best wishes, Liz
29th March 2006 Kay_Sibold	Fair Winds and Happy Sailing! - From: Ft. Pierce So, you're off to the Bahamas tonight. We'll be looking forward to the update from there. In the meantime: "You won't melt, you won't rust, so just get out there and sail." Love you guys! Mom
28th March 2006 Christine	Wild Life - From: Ft. Pierce Glad to see that you both are having fun and enjoying the trip! I saw Manatee's in the wild when I visited Grandma and Grandpa Johnson last December. They are fun to watch even though they are not as animated as some other animals. Be Safe!!
27th March 2006 MomJJ	Great Again! - From: Ft. Pierce Thanks again for your great posting and pics, Jen. Even though it takes hours to do, don't stop them! The sunrise pic reminds me of a sunrise I watched over Lake Huron on the Little Yankee one morning WAY back in 1967 when I was sailing overnight with my parents and had the early morning shift. I agree, there is nothing like watching the sun rise from a sailboat over the water. I have a picture of it somewhere and will have to find it now! Both of you are always in my thoughts and prayers.......Love, MomJJ (Known as GrandmaJJ by Taylor & Nicole, so I can me momjj too.)
27th March 2006 Kay_Sibold	Connections - From: Ft. Pierce What a shot of Jay with the fish - I'm not sure I've ever seen you so relaxed and happy. You both seem to be in your true element on the water. Keep a lookout for a 34' Catamaran, Caesar's Ghost, skippered by Di Hunter, traveling with two other 76yr old widows, Sally Goodrich and Nancy Stimson. They may be in Ft Pierce waiting to make the crossing. My friend here in Ridgway, Penny Hanshaw, knows these ladies and has said you would really enjoy them. They might be seen around the harbor wearing T-shirts with their motto, "Life is short. Do it now." Sounds like you, eh?? Love ya', Mom
27th March 2006 Gran	Beautiful - From: Ft. Pierce Enjoyed your pics; you are in a beautiful spot. I was surprised that you were encountering so many wildlife. Keep safe!! Love
27th March 2006 Aunt Margaret	- From: Ft. Pierce I love hearing about your sailing adventure and seeing the pictures. I hope the weather cooperates soon. Jeane told me Travis and Heather had to postpone their trip and are moving. Sounds like a real neat, BIG, house. Stay safe and better luck fishing, Jay.
23rd March 2006 LIZ	CHARLESTON TO FERNANDINA - From: Charleston to Fernandina HOW LOVELY TO SHARE YOUR EXPERIENCE...SOMEHOW, I FEEL THAT I AM A PART OF YOUR TRAVELS...THANKS, LIZ
22nd March 2006 MomJ	Is there a second prize? - From: Charleston to Fernandina Thanks again, Jen, for a great posting. Your hours of time spent on it are greatly appreciated by us land folk. I'm reeeeally glad I read or hear about you guys' "learning processes/happenings" AFTER they happen like Jay's hurricane experience! ....love you, momj
22nd March 2006 Cheryl McCarthy	- From: Charleston to Fernandina How exciting that you've started you big adventure/dream! GLad you are working out all the kinks while you are still in the states! THanks for the updates and happy sailin'!!!!
21st March 2006 Gran	How Exciting - From: Charleston to Fernandina I had heard only bits and pieces about your adventure with the generator; glad you got that fixed and are on your way. Enjoyed talking to you yesterday. Love you
21st March 2006 Kay_Sibold	Great pics! - From: Charleston to Fernandina And just the right amount of information. I know you said it was hard to decide what and what not to post. I think we will all have an idea as to how difficult the traveling was without wishing you back. The stops along the way look great so am glad you had a chance to enjoy yourselves. Provisioning was sounding like all work no play. I've been trying to figure out the weather for the crossing but need a course in map reading. Anyway, happy sailing. My love and prayers, dear ones. Mom (DNP)
21st March 2006 nancy Rodger	First one wins a prize right? - From: Charleston to Fernandina I am glad you guys are on your way and reporting once again. Loose connections are in the gazillions. Just imagine how many loose connections there really are in the world. Boggles the mind.
6th March 2006 anonymous	- From: Bon Voyage gñad you are finally off to sea...you will be in our thoughts and prayers. We leave for the US early Wed. morning. Love you, Gran and Marg
3rd March 2006 liz	Have fun!! - From: Bon Voyage Wishing you a grand time, loaded with joy and exciting times. Best wishes, Liz
2nd March 2006 Christine Becker	Sail Fast... Live Slow!! - From: Bon Voyage It has been great to see your adventure unfolding.. a trip of a lifetime... I am jealous!! Hopefully all of the adventures in Charleston (lines caught, power down, storms) has helped to prepare you for the journey ahead. Can't wait to hear the next update... Hopefully I can catch up with you somewhere in your journey!
28th February 2006 MomJ	Questions - From: Is the Fastest Route to the Bahamas thru Bermuda? Looks like the questions I was going to ask were already asked! Hopefully they will be answered in the next entrie. As for Kona, while he is sitting by his food, I gather he is calculating how many days and hours of his food supply is left. Love you a lot and am thinking of both of you every hour of each day!....Mom(Jean)
25th February 2006 Kay_Sibold	Brilliant or Stupid? - From: Is the Fastest Route to the Bahamas thru Bermuda? Dearest Jay, Brilliant, of course! Choosing to gain experience on someone else's boat with a skipper and crew of experience is a wonderful opportunity. May you have a safe and uneventful journey back to the Rum Runner with a readiness to hit the high seas and the easy island livin' (right?). We will all be eager to hear tales of the trip, next in line after Jen and Kona, of course. Jen, do hope you and salty dog have continued the provisioning process while Jay is at work ............. how much more can the boat hold and where in the world are you finding room? Love you bunches!!!!!! Mom
24th February 2006 me again	beard - stubble - From: Is the Fastest Route to the Bahamas thru Bermuda? Is that a bit of a mattey's sea fuzz letting loose there cap'n
24th February 2006 Nancy Rodger	ooooops - From: Is the Fastest Route to the Bahamas thru Bermuda? Pushed the wrong button on that last one and the comment got sent unfinished. Who is manning the blog? I suspect Jen is. Who has the camera, there again, I think Jen. Will we still be getting pics of Kona or did he go with Jay? I assume Kona is a little perplexed either way and is wondering where Jay is or where Jen is. He is probably sitting by his food just in case.
24th February 2006 Nancy Rodger	only one camera? - From: Is the Fastest Route to the Bahamas thru Bermuda?
23rd February 2006 anonymous	- From: Is the Fastest Route to the Bahamas thru Bermuda? We are impressed...are you getting paid or just getting good experience. We are still enjoying Spain even though it is colder than we would like. Be safe and have fun! Gran and Margaret
23rd February 2006 liz	Hooked - From: On the Hook Thanks for sharing the lovely pics of your experiences. Your mom, Jean and I work together. I've never seen a pic of Ft. Sumter. Thanks! Liz
23rd February 2006 MomJ	Corporate versus The Great Sea - From: Is the Fastest Route to the Bahamas thru Bermuda? Ummm....Sounds like you (Jay) are taking on a new career whether crazy or brilliant! You never know what is on the horizon of your life! Love, Mom
21st February 2006 anonymous	- From: On the Hook We enjoyed all of your pictures and your log..very neat! We are having a good time in Spain although it is very cold hear.	20th February 2006 Sandy	Wow - From: On the Hook Wow that is a beautiful story about taking your boat out and the dolphins must have been wonderful! My husband & I live in Summerville and don't have a boat and probably never will be able to afford one of course unless we win the lottery lol ~ Thanks for the beauty!
20th February 2006 Dana	Wow!! - From: On the Hook I finally got onto your blog--now I'm hooked! What a great experience you are having. Thanks so much for sharing it with all of us! Life in Portland is good--all is going well. We think of you often! Love, Dana and Tim
20th February 2006 Bart	Northern War of Aggression - From: On the Hook Your night on the hook sounded fun and educational. Your photos are great! And by the way, I am surprised that you haven't been corrected about the civil war. In that area, it was called the northern war of aggression. Keep up the blogs.
20th February 2006 Margie	Pressure cooker time - From: On the Hook Guess the rice cooker is one of those luxuries that will have to go-among many others.We lived on that horrible freeze dried stuff.
20th February 2006 Mom J	Great as usual! - From: On the Hook We are enjoying your pics and entries soooo much! This website is reeeeally great. It is the next best thing to being there until we come see you on the boat. Glad you are testing everything before you start your long journey. Love you and take care of yourselves and Kona.....Mom J
19th February 2006 Kay_Sibold	Way Cool!!!!! - From: On the Hook
18th February 2006 liz	thanks for the pics - From: Sushi Boat and More! you are to be commended...many of us would love to do what you are about to undertake, but are not able.God bless and appreciate your notes and the wonderful pics. Take care. Liz (your Mom Jean's co-worker)
17th February 2006 Justin and Erin	Awesome! - From: Sushi Boat and More! The boat looks beautiful with the name on the side. Kona looks too cute in his gear. :) We love the sushi boat! I bet you two are just itching to start your voyage. Good luck with all the finishing preparations.
16th February 2006 Mark	Sailing haiku - From: Sushi Boat and More! Rum Runner, so strong A dream floats in the bay Golden drops on the stern Kona, proud dog of the sea Dinghy his mighty vessel Dreams of sushi in the night JayJen, outfitters, sailors Constructing the dream from a dream What the hell is bimini Old friends work in cubicles Soon to spread barkdust Life choices change the journey
16th February 2006 Dad	Sushi - From: Sushi Boat and More! Isn't Sushi Japaneese for bait? Anyway, I can understand your excitement. I can't wait until I see "Rum Runner" in person.
16th February 2006 Mom J	Sushi and Rum - From: Sushi Boat and More! Did you christen Sushi with sushi like you christened Rum Runner with rum? I bet Kona would have wanted to get in on that! By the way, he really looks like a salty dog with his life jacket on. We are enjoying your descriptive write-ups and pics every time. Keep them coming! Love you and take care!
16th February 2006 Nancy Rodger	I am drooling - From: Sushi Boat and More! thinking that you have made it, done it, and will now do more water stuff then anyone else in the family has. And Kona will be one of the rare dogs that gets to go along. Wow. luv the gear on Kona.
16th February 2006 MOM	WAY COOL!!!!! - From: Sushi Boat and More! Wow! Looks like you are getting really close to taking off - couldn't be more excited for you. Glad to see Kona happy again though I know he misses Ridgway, especially those long walks with Nana. Rum Runner is, indeed, gorgeous. Love you, MOM
14th February 2006 Gran	Love the Pics - From: Another Week in Charleston I am off to the Mediteranian off the coast of Spain tomorrow. Put the Rum Runner in high gear and sail on over there!!!!!
13th February 2006 Aunt Margaret	Sounds like fun!! - From: Another Week in Charleston I know you are anxious to get out on your own and start your new adventure. I'm enjoying the pictures of Charleston...I have never been there!
13th February 2006 Mom	- From: Another Week in Charleston Glad to see you out enjoying the city - looks like Charleston is a great place to explore! After the dark and stormy night entry, I have paid much closer attention to the weather in and around your area. Prayers for sun and wind (just the right amount for sailing) and that all the pieces and parts are assembled quickly.............. Love you bunches!! Mom
13th February 2006 Mom	Pretty Neat - From: Another Week in Charleston Love your pics of Charleston! At least you are in a very interesting city while waiting for your "take-off."
5th February 2006 Aunt Margaret	WOW - From: The first week in Charleston I loved hearing how excited you are about your new yacht..I can't even imagine how wonderful it must be. I will be praying for you as you are on the open seas and as you have this new adventure in your lives. Loved the pictures!!
5th February 2006 Mom J	Wow!!! - From: Dark and Stormy Jay & Jen.....Glad you are okay! I saw the pic of the sunken boat before I read the blog. That scared the s..t out of me! Hope this is the scariest blog of ones to come, but have a feeling it won't be. How was Kona during the storm? Was he freaked the whole night? Pleeeease be careful!!! Keep posting the blogs and pictures even if they are scary! Love you.
5th February 2006 richard Shapiro	ho, ho ho anna a bottle o rum - From: Dark and Stormy we're floating the morter floor next week, so we will be expecting you for tiling on thurs. see you then ta ta
5th February 2006 G-Gran	Great Pics - From: First Solo What a great adventure; keep safe. Love you
5th February 2006 G-Gran	Safe - From: Dark and Stormy Thank God that yo are safe during this storm; I did not expect this happening so soon!!! Love you and am praying for a safe journey.
5th February 2006 G-Gran	Scary!!! - From: First Solo Couldn't wait till the end to see if you got docked OK. What a procedure; you must be great sailors. Love
4th February 2006 Nancy Rodger	gad - From: Dark and Stormy Thank god you guys are ok. There probably are a lot of people that are happy you were there to tighen up their lines. Did Kona help or was he tied up down below? No doubt the dolphins had something to do with your escaping harm. Dark and Stormy seems to be the theme. Is the drink only the rum and ginger beer? Maybe it is time to switch drinks to Sunny and Breezey. Do you guys plan on getting skype? If you get a camera, we can talk to you and see you too, all over the computer.
4th February 2006 Gran	WOW - From: The first week in Charleston What a great play-by-play account of your first week. The pics were great. Love you
3rd February 2006 margie	what a beauty! - From: Sunset on the Rum Runner Hi, Thx for the update, I am always thinking of you on the high seas. Keep up the blog.Happy sailing!!
3rd February 2006 GRAN	Great pics of the yacht - From: Sunset on the Rum Runner Good to hear from you and that all is going well. Keep posting!! Happy Sailing. Love you, Gran
3rd February 2006 Mom/Jean	Salty Dog - From: Sunset on the Rum Runner Looks like you should add another drink to your repetoire - The Salty Dog!!!
3rd February 2006 nancy Rodger	so friggin cool! - From: Sunset on the Rum Runner Yes, and it looks a little cold too. But so happenin and wonderful! Kona.......we love you and the 2Js too!
2nd February 2006 Joe Phillips	Friend of Bob and June - From: And then there was the beginning As you already know most people never take that first step towards their dreams. Proud of you! I do not know you yet, but I hope someday to meet both of you. Maybe when you are on the west coast. I too am a sailor. I know your uncle Bob and aunt June. They are wonderful people and very excited for you to follow your dreams. I will be following your trip through them and your blog. Good luck, Joe
27th January 2006 Carrie, Marjorie, Blue, & Claire	Thinking Of You - From: And then there was the beginning We're all getting really excited for you. Sure it's just right around the corner until you all set sail. Just wanted you to know that you are all in our hearts and thoughts. Blue boy really misses the salty dog...sending his slobbering kisses your way...and a nibble here and there from Claire. We are anxious and thrilled for when the "ANCHORS AWEIGH!" "WISHING YOU FAIR WINDS AND FOLLOWING SEAS!" "GODSPEED!"
20th January 2006 Phil Cardwell	You are missing lots of meetings at ESI - From: And then there was the beginning Hello Jay and Jen, Congratulations and I'm excited to follow your journey. I was just reading a sailing magazine in my cube, yeah cube life for the rest of us, and thought of you both. I hope your journey is starting well and I wish you both fair winds and following seas. Take care. Phil
27th December 2005 Nancy Rodger	hi - From: And then there was the beginning We really miss you guys. Tile guy will be here tiling, but we would rather have you. Richflix will be arriving at Kay's by Friday the 30th via UPS. I am packing my virtual travel bag in prep for the real one, a bathing suit and sunscreen. Anything else? Does Kona need anything?
9th December 2005 Ryan Krause	And Away They Go - From: And then there was the beginning I can't believe the time is almost here. I'll be living vicariously as you two sail the globe. I can't wait to hear of yout adventures. Best wishes for calm seas, beautiful sunsets, and always getting the last mooring available.
8th December 2005 Christine	Glad to see you taking this journey!!!! - From: And then there was the beginning Very excited to hear about your travels... reminds me of when I took 6 months off to travel... makes me want to quit and do more traveling!!!! I hope both of you have lots of fun and remember lots of great memories!!!! Will check in on you later.... Christine Becker
6th December 2005 BOB AND JUNE JOHNSON	BON VOYAGE - From: And then there was the beginning CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR PURCHASE OF THE SAILING VESSEL AND DECISION TO TRAVEL THE WORLD BY BOAT. WOW! YOU ARE FORTUNATE. We hope your venture is exciting and rewarding! Your boat looks fantastic. We will be tracking your progress and remembering you in our prayers for a safe and successful voyage. We will be waiting to read your best selling book that is sure to follow. love, Uncle Bob and Aunt June; Victorville, CA
6th December 2005 Carrie Shoup	Best Wishes - From: And then there was the beginning We wish you all the best on this exciting journey! Jay, you had to have learned alot from your Grandpa about sailing and now you get the opportunity to live a dream! He would be excited for you both! Can't wait to hear about your voyage! Carrie (Erin's Mom)

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