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*Message 221*
	From:	Keith Johnson
	Date:	20th July 2010

	Well done! I am a believer now. As much as I would have loved to see you come to the West Indies I must admit I am relieved to see you all safe and sound on terra firma. Time for cold drinks, fresh food and anything else your minds can imagine. You all deserve a big hand of applause. Daniel, I was in Boone this summer and went to your Alma Mater to speak to an archaeologist there. Beautiful city and campus. I called Alice but she was out of town. Hi to everyone! Keith Johnson

*Message 220*
	From:	Júlio
	Date:	20th July 2010

	Hi there everyone. I just met Daniel in Flores. I’ve talked to Peter and Aziz too. Just send a hug to Daniel from Júlio and the rest of the people from Terceira, Azores. Hope the rest of the trip could be good. Regards!

*Message 219*
	From:	Joy Raymond
	Date:	20th July 2010

	Dear Phil, Glad to see you are still going strong. Photographs that we see this end are wonderful. Just to let you know that we are thinking of you all and hope the seas are kind! Joy and Gareth in Devon (sunny Devon!).

*Message 218*
	From:	Paul Reid
	Date:	19th July 2010

	Congratulations team. I'm so impressed. 80 days is a long time to spend at sea! Saying hello to Philip, Aziz, Dirman, and Sulhan. grace and salaam- paul

*Message 217*
	From:	Shane Luck
	Date:	18th July 2010

	I just found you through Rod Meldrum. What a fantastic thing you are demonstrating. I read an obscure news clip back in 1999 I believe, that officials had found an unusual wooden vessel on bottom of the St. Lawrence seaway, that was obstructing one of the locks or something. At that time I did not realize what it could mean. Now I believe it could relate to the theory of pre-Christian Atlantic migrations as they said the wood was extremely old and curios type. At the time I was struck with the feeling that it might relate to a Jaredite migration from western Spain. I am in possession of an emailed document from a man who descends from the Pyrenees Mountain people. He says that ancestral verbal histories taught him where his people came from and when ancestors sailed into the western sea, many stayed in the mountains. If these wonderful people can be linked to the Jaredites, by the same methodology used by Rod Meldrum, another "Jaredite" expedition could be a feasible project. Has anyone built a Jaredite "barge" yet? Shane Luck

*Message 216*
	From:	Dave & Liz Savides
	Date:	15th July 2010

	Hi Capt. Philip and your very entertaining Crew Congrats on another milestone on your voyage. Richards Bay friends are extremely proud! Regards Dave and Liz Savides

*Message 215*
	From:	Willem Els (Yacht Charlotte)
	Date:	17th July 2010

	Hey Pete, Well done! Hang in there! In a while you'll be sailing your own 'Phoenician Ship'! I wish I had the miles you now have... To the rest of the crew, I missed you at the Zululand Yacht Club. I was on a yacht called Alacrity when you arrived at Richards Bay. The purple sails made me remember my primary school history lessons about the Phoenicians. The story is unfolding. Of particular interest is the blog concerning possible Phoenician presence in the Americas. There's also a story about a chart of Antarctica originating in content from some time BC. Well done all! Willie (Yacht Charlotte)

*Message 214*
	From:	Henry Winters
	Date:	16th July 2010

	Well done, good luck with the continuation of your trip to the straits of Gibraltar. Henry Winters

*Message 213*
	From:	Dave & Liz Savides
	Date:	15th July 2010

	Hi Capt. Philip and your very entertaining Crew Congrats on another milestone on your voyage. Richards Bay friends are extremely proud! Regards Dave and Liz Savides

*Message 212*
	From:	Tony Lambdon
	Date:	15th July 2010

	HI Guys Fantastic that you're finally about to make land!! Awesome to spot another whale - I'm so relieved you didn't send Pete in after it. That would have put it into shock for sure ;) Fair winds Tony the Kiwi

*Message 211*
	From:	Mo & Brian Hickman
	Date:	15th July 2010

	Hi Peter and all the crew Well done on reaching the Azores, you must all have been so happy to place your feet on solid ground after 80 odd days at sea. You have had some amazing adventures along the way. May you continue your journey happy and refreshed. We think of you every day. Much love Mo and Dad (Mo and Brian Hickman)

*Message 210*
	From:	Robin Moss
	Date:	15th July 2010

	Congratulations to you all on completing the long voyage to Flores.! I am immensely interested in your great recreation of Pharaoh Necho's ship's voyage, having first been introduced to Herodotus's account of it at the age of 11, way back in 1950. Having retired from a career in educational broadcasting in 1999, I have much enjoyed publicising your expedition since you began building Phoenicia in Arwad. As an (unpaid) lecturer aboard cruise ships for the past decade I have been singing your praises and drawing attention to the website whenever possible and shall continue to do so while my marbles are spared. Very best wishes to you all and for your terrific project. Robin Moss

*Message 209*
	From:	John Horseman
	Date:	15th July 2010

	Amazing effort! Congratulations to you all. I wish you a safe passage. Best regards John Horseman

*Message 208*
	From:	Colin Moore
	Date:	13th July 2010

	Hi Philip and crew, Delighted to read of your arrival at Flores. Well done indeed. Looking forward to joining at Tunis, I wish you a safe passage on your onward journey. All the best, Colin Moore

*Message 207*
	From:	Suzanne Wallace
	Date:	13th July 2010

	CONGRATULATIONS!!! I'm sending an African proverb: "Smooth Seas make not Skilled Sailors"~ Watch your legs now sailors, land will feel like a stranger to your footing (don't close your eyes in the shower, you may find your balance drifting). So glad you have finally arrived, all hands fine!! blessings, Capt. Suz North Carolina, USA

*Message 206*
	From:	Simon Edwards
	Date:	13th July 2010

	Well done Steph and the Crew – epic trip – now for the beer and the bath! Simon Edwards

*Message 205*
	From:	The Clements family
	Date:	13th July 2010

	To Clinton & Crew, Well done you hardy sailors & the Phoenicia on reaching the Azores. Fair winds & safe landfalls! The Clements' Clan

*Message 204*
	From:	Han Spoel
	Date:	13th July 2010

	Well done, have been watching your progress almost everyday since you left Cape-Town. I was in South Africa when you were sailing from Richards Bay to Cape-Town but didn't have the chance to get to meet with you as I would have liked. Good luck with the rest of your remarkable voyage! Han Spoel - formerly from South Africa but now long time resident in Toronto, Canada

*Message 203*
	From:	Danielle Eubank
	Date:	11th July 2010

	You’ve almost made it! Well done! Keep it up! You are doing great! See you soon! D xxx

*Message 202*
	From:	John Glenister, East London
	Date:	30th June 2010

	Hi guys and gal, still watching you daily. See you going East strongly now. What an incredible leg so far. Keep the shiny side up and keep going. Regards John and fam East London PS For the SA guys shot Blesbuck-biltong hanging-hunting season

*Message 201*
	From:	Vanessa Hickman & family
	Date:	30th June 2010

	Dear Peter/Dad Just a short note to say hi and missing you. Glad to hear of the favourable winds and hope it lasts that way. Everyone is fine here at home. Hopefully won’t be too long till we hear from you. Regards to the crew. All our love xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

*Message 200*
	From:	Lynette Clements
	Date:	27th June 2010

	Howdy Clinton, Well what a build-up to THE GAME which you will most likely know by now, that England lost to Germany 4-1. Very disappointing for England, but now we can give all our attention to Wimbledon! I read Abi's message, no doubt football fever will continue in SA. They are enjoying it immensely it seems. Regards to all the crew, Much love to you, Mum & Dad

*Message 199*
	From:	Maureen & Brian Hickman
	Date:	26th June 2010

	Hi Pete Still following the blogs every day. Loving the profiles on crew members, they obviously know you very well. Hope the last 1000 miles to Azores passes quickly and that you get better winds (in the right direction). We are watching loads of soccer and tennis at the moment. The soccer world cup has really grabbed everyone here – the spirit in Cape Town is amazing. Keep strong Lots of love Dad and Mo

*Message 198*
	From:	Larry Patchett
	Date:	24th June 2010

	Hello Phoenicia and Crew, Saw the posting about Phoenicians in America. I have been chasing diffusionist stories for about twenty years. There is a wide variety of physical evidence for Phoenician and Carthaginian visits to the Americas. There are many inscriptions along the major waterways, some which reach the Arkansas River here in Colorado. In the southeastern corner of the State are a series of calendar caves with depictions of Anubis and Ba al. On a bluff nearby is a gallery with text in Neo- Punic, Egyptian and Iberian Celtic Ogam. There are also depictions of African animals on the panel. An Oklahoma teacher named Gloria Farley spent a lifetime of summer vacations traveling the Arkansas from its confluence with the Mississippi to the source here in Colorado. She discovered grave markers, land Claim markers and an incredible number of inscriptions. When an Oklahoma contact gave her a con from Carthage, she published and soon received contact from 3 or 4 others, usually living near a major waterway like the Ohio or Missouri,who had made similar discoveries. Coins featuring the Horse of Carthage. Academia has usually discounted such tales by suggesting a careless coin collector is responsible for the find. This has been the case for bronze age artifacts as well. "They must have been lost by a careless collector." Oxhide ingots of copper have been found in America. There are immense copper deposits in the Lake Superior area which were intensely mined between about 2000 BC to roughly 300 BC. It is about the most pure copper on the planet. It comes with a bit of silver mixed in and can be beaten into any shape once removed from the surrounding rock. Some people suggest the Minoans first established trade with this copper culture. I theorize that Phoenicia and Carthage took over the trade. It is possible that American copper helped fuel the Bronze Age. There have been a series of small deposits of Roman coins discovered along the Ohio River, near Louisville Kentucky over several decades and a variety of other evidence to suggest that America has been a destination for adventurers, traders and refugees for thousands of years, not just the past 500. My research began while working for a small PBS station in the mid eighties. Different versions of the same story kept popping up when Native Elders were in the studio. "You know, there is nothing in our traditions about a long walk from Alaska or Siberia. You would think we would have a story or song about such an adventure. No, our traditions say, We were refugees who arrived by boat, not from the Pacific but from the Atlantic." Lakota people are among those who tell this story. About the third time I heard this, my quest began. I dug into folklore first. There is an Irish legend of Osian the Bard who is said to have followed Niam of the Golden Hair to her home in Tir-Na-Nog, the land of eternal youth. The legends says they are transported to her home in a magic horse. I believe that magic horse may have been a Phoenician hippoi like Phoenicia. Would making landfall in the Caribbean been all that bad? Best of Luck! Larry Patchett

*Message 197*
	From:	Craight Mayall
	Date:	17th June 2010

	Hi Peter, Just to let you know that i work with John Hickman (your bro) and he is often rattling on about you and your trip. I decided to have a look at the website and i am pretty impressed. Small wonder John is so proud of you. Bring me a Tunny over when you get here. Craig Mayall - Tauranga - New Zealand

*Message 196*
	From:	Abigail Clements
	Date:	24th June 2010

	Hello Clint Such a great crew member profile of you on the blog, I'm so proud. You rock :) The World Cup in South Africa has been absolutely brilliant, the calibre of play as well as the powerful unity it has brought to our country and people... A truly amazing experience to be part of. England drew with Algeria on Friday 0 - 0 which was a disappointing match... Today Italy drew with New Zealand 1 -1 and Paraguay took Slovakia for 2 - 0. The two strong and shining teams so far are Brazil and Argentina, Brazil playing Ivory Coast tonight which should be a very exciting match. Uruguay is also looking strong... Will keep you posted! Love from Abi

*Message 195*
	From:	Lynette Clements
	Date:	24th June 2010

	Howdy Clinton! We continue to follow Phoenicia's progress daily, and are so glad that you are now headed for The Azores. We are so enjoying the ship's blog too. It really makes it special, all the info on the crew, the cookery profiles, great stuff! We are glad to see that the poem was appreciated. Greetings to all on board, With our love, Clint, Fair winds and safe landfalls, Mum & Dad

*Message 194*
	From:	Warren Aston
	Date:	17th June 2010

	Hi Phillip and Aziz and everyone else - glad to see that your track has begun headed toward the Med. Wish I was back on board! Stay safe and use the Vegemite sparingly! Warren Aston

*Message 193*
	From:	Jane Hallstrom
	Date:	17th June 2010

	Ahoy Phoenicia!! Hooray Westerly winds! Hooray Easterly progress! I've been looking at pictures of the Azores on the computer. What a gorgeous destination! Well worth the wait I'm sure. My prayers are always with you. Love, Jane/Daniel's Mom

*Message 192*
	From:	Vanessa Hickman & Family
	Date:	17th June 2010

	Hi Peter/Dad As always – MISS YOU !!! Glad to hear about your wonderful cooking skills and we all can’t wait to sample it here at home. We think about you every time we have a braai ! Everybody is well and can’t wait to hear from you when you finally arrive in Azores. PS – “smaak you stukkend” All our lovexxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

*Message 191*
	From:	Danielle Eubank
	Date:	14th June 2010

	Hi guys: Just to let you know that I am thinking about you. It looks like you are making great progress towards New York... Oh, wait. It’s also starting to sound like you are all becoming chefs! I don’t know if you are keeping up to date with the World Cup... Cant wait to see you very very soon in Gibraltar. Fondest, Danielle

*Message 190*
	From:	Frank Hallstrom
	Date:	11th June 2010

	How about drawing a shuffle board game on the deck and make a push stick out of something and figure out something for discs and have a shuffle board tournament as you drift toward the Azores?? Frank

*Message 189*
	From:	Lindsey Jane Donaldson
	Date:	10th June 2010

	Hi, Pete, Do you realise that you are now closer to us in New Jersey than you are to Africa or your ultimate destination? Glad to see that you are cooking up a storm and hope that you are still on track to win the no-smoking bet. Mom sends her love ... us too. take care, Lindsey.

*Message 188*
	From:	Frank Hallstrom
	Date:	9th June 2010

	Really enjoying the updates as you meander your way toward the Azores. Especially the episodes involving the flying fish, the gulls and underwater predators. I recall a time long ago (or so it seems) witnessing thousands upon thousands of flying fish breaking out of the water. And the breakfast / dinner call by Daniel singing a tune from Space Balls. How appropriate. Daniel only saw that movie when a kid about a 1000 times. You guys should get him to recite some Calvin & Hobbs to pass the time away. He knows about all of them. May the four winds blow you home again. Frank

*Message 187*
	From:	Kim & Anne Vickers
	Date:	7th June 2010

	Dear All, Hope you are well. Have been keeping up with your progress although painfully slow. You will do it I know. Have found your bird described in the last blog. It is the Greater Searwater. See photograph. Fond regards Kim & Anne

*Message 186*
	From:	Candice, Richards Bay.
	Date:	7th June 2010

	Hi Peter & Phoenicia crew Trust you are enjoying the amazing adventure in the vast Atlantic Ocean, We wish you a safe passage and fair winds for the rest of your voyage. You are always in our thoughts and prayers, hope you pick up the Westerly's a bit further North which have been so elusive. Best wishes from all friends and family in Richards Bay.

*Message 185*
	From:	Vanessa Hickman & Family
	Date:	2nd June 2010

	Hi Peter/Dad Just a short note to say -“missing you” ! We are all well. Jasmine is getting so big and talking so nicely. Josh ends his school term soon and is going on a Winter Holiday Camp in Zinkwazi for a week. The boat project ends this week as everything is done. I catch up with the blog every day and was great to get a picture today. Regards to all the crew and tight sails! “today I caught myself smiling for no reason .....then I realized I was thinking about you” All our love xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

*Message 184*
	From:	Alice Palmer
	Date:	26 May 2010

	Hi guys! Alice here. How's everything going?! I have a new fancy phone and I have bookmarks to the yellowbrick and your blog page on my home screen! Check it daily! Let me know if you need anything, card game ideas, fish recipes etc.. Things here are good. Working very hard but it's better than sitting around wishing I was on the boat. My friend bought me two one week old chics so I have been playing with them and trying to tame them! Thinking of you. Let me know what you need and I can send it over with good old Yuri! Super strong winds in the right direction! Daniel-send me an email! I will write a much more detailed one this weekend. Memorial Day weekend! Xoxoxo Alice

*Message 183*
	From:	Lindsey Donaldson
	Date:	26 May 2010

	Hi, Pete, We have sent numerous messages which we hope you are receiving. Mom is enjoying her stay with us and has been in touch with Vanessa and the family once or twice. Ash and Mark say "hi" although when they saw you in the water with the whale shark, they did have doubts about their gene pool once again. Keep enjoying the adventure. Lindsey

*Message 182*
	From:	John Hickman
	Date:	23 May 2010

	Hey Peter What the heck are you up to? What a life --- time you got back to work. I'm sure the Captain must be sick to death of you by now. At least you won't suffer from cabin fever, you were born weird so it should be all good. Anyway got to get back to my BBQ spareribs and chips:0) - stay safe, stay strong both physically and mentally - not quite sure what your teams voyage is all about, or what you are going to accomplish, but I know your outlook on life will have changed forever, which is a good thing. Stuck in one country all your life does give you a very narrow outlook on the world and when you are out there on the big blue politicians and all there bullsh*t disappear into obscurity. Apart from your family and friends you are not missing anything back on land---except cheese burgers, fly fishing, comfy warm bed, good nights sleep, condensed milk, bacon and eggs, real coffee, the super 14 and the soccer world cup. Catch ya later Your big, stronger, better looking, wealthier, more intelligent brother John

*Message 181*
	From:	Keith Johnson
	Date:	23 May 2010

	I continue to watch your travels closely and it would appear that you might all be living right. I am no weather expert but it seems a Low Pressure region will be forming this week off the coast of Labrador that should start to pull the higher pressure winds from the south and the ship to the North. If you are far enough to the North and West of your current position by Thursday, say around @16 N and @ 47 W, a nice little corridor of wind might just open up for you taking you right to the Azores. That Low pressure region might be just what the doctor ordered. Good Luck, I hope the Sea’s cooperate and the Low pressure hangs there long enough to take you to your next destination. From Thursday until Sunday ,at least, the winds should be there and who knows what the following weeks will bring. I follow your winds, waves and pressure on passageweather.com and you on the Yellow brick Road. Forecasts though are just that, they are very good but not always perfect. GodSpeed. Keith

*Message 180*
	From:	Len & Marge Helfrich
	Date:	22 May 2010

	Greetings Skipper and Crew Marge and I are glued to Phoenicia's blog daily. We share all your positive moments and challenges, including the tin opener saga. I still have flashbacks when I smell, feel and hear Phoenicia whispering to me. I really miss the experience. Philip and crew, I am mighty proud of you guys and girl in the way you are handling this tough leg. We are always thinking of your adventure. Keep positive, you are in our prayers. We enjoyed Lynette Clement's poem, which we learned in primary school and so named our yacht "Sea Fever." Have fun and don't forget the factory settings Reset button. Regards Len and Marge Helfrich

*Message 179*
	From:	Abigail Clements
	Date:	20 May 2010

	HAPPY BIRTHDAY CLINTON!!! Love from Abi & Jamey

*Message 178*
	From:	Jane & Frank Hallstrom
	Date:	20 May 2010

	Heigh Ho Phoenicia - Looks like you are on track to land in the Gulf of Mexico in about a month! (Hopefully BP will have their mess under control by then.) Let us know when you are arriving and we will definitely come down and party with you - Pensacola FL has beautiful beaches! Just Kidding, but this actually supports the theory that Lehi's family took this route to the promised land in approximately 600 BC - a story in the book of Mormon) May the winds and waves bring you round the way to your hearts' desires and destination: The Azores!! That is our prayer every day. Love, Jane and Frank Hallstrom

*Message 177*
	From:	Simon Edwards
	Date:	18 May 2010

	Perhaps Philip should present a new theory that the Phoenicians arrived at the Americas first rather than circumnavigating Africa – then you would be on schedule and going in the right direction!! – but hang in there, this phase will need all your stamina. Steph – we’re thinking of you and just to let you know – Paddy is using your car! Love Mum & Dad

*Message 176*
	From:	Lynette Clements
	Date:	18 May 2010

	Howdy Clinton! Wishing you a very happy birthday for 23rd May, you will be in our thoughts, as always & especially on Sunday. May you have a jolly birthday aboard The Phoenicia. " I must go down to the seas again, to the lonely sea and the sky, And all I ask is a tall ship and a star to steer her by, And the wheel's kick, and the wind's song and the white sails shaking, And a grey mist on the sea's face, and a grey dawn breaking. I must go down to the seas again, for the call of the running tide Is a wild call, and a clear call that cannot be denied; And all I ask is a windy day and with the white clouds flying, And the flung spray and the blown plume and the seagulls crying. I must go down to the seas again, to the vagrant gypsy life, To the gull's way and the whale's way where the wind's like a whetted knife; And all I ask is a merry yarn from a laughing fellow-rover, And quiet sleep and a sweet dream when the long trick's over" ( John Masefield. " Sea Fever" ) Lots of love, Mum & Dad

*Message 175*
	From:	John, East London, SA
	Date:	17 May 2010

	Hi Phoenicia Still watching your progress North, I hope the winds change in you favour. Been sending you emails, don't know if you have got them. Please let me know if you have got any of my mail at all. Fair winds John, East London, SA

*Message 174*
	From:	Joy Raymond
	Date:	11 May 2010

	Dear Philip, I wish you were here as I'd love to hear your take on the current political and financial situation as there is potential pandemonium here in the UK. Glad you are all still braving the seas and coping with the storms and everything else. You are all quite amazing and I do admire you. Joy in Devon

*Message 173*
	From:	Jane & Frank Hallstrom
	Date:	11 May 2010

	Stay Strong Phoenicia! The Azores are really out there - I see them on the map!! God Bless You - Love, Jane and Frank

*Message 172*
	From:	Lynette Clements
	Date:	11 May 2010

	Howdy Clinton & the Crew, Thanks for the updates on the blog. You certainly are having an adventurous time & being kept busy. With love to Clinton & greetings to you all, You are in our thoughts every day. Mum & Dad

*Message 171*
	From:	Vanessa Hickman
	Date:	11 May 2010

	Dear Peter After 25 days on St Helena and 5 days on the RMS I am finally home! Great to see the kids again! The trip on the RMS was very comfy (no sea sickness/german measles!) and life on board revolved around eating wonderful food all day. The house is coming along nicely and the boat is near completion – another 2 – 3 weeks. Thinking of you all the time and miss you. The kids send all there love. All my love, Vanessa xxxxxxxxxxx

*Message 170*
	From:	Mo & Brian Hickman
	Date:	11 May 2010

	Hi Peter and all the crew, Sounds like you are experiencing wonderful new adventures. Pete we had no doubt that you would be the one in the water with the whale shark. Well done on getting this far and wishing you a safe and happy continued journey. Pete big WELL DONE on stopping smoking. Dad is very proud of you – keep it up. Much love Mo and Brian Hickman

*Message 169*
	From:	Jane Hallstrom
	Date:	11 May 2010

	I'll blow as hard as I can and maybe stir up some winds for you. Might be time to get out the oars! Could you take turns hanging on to the back of the boat and kicking? (Sorry if this is not funny sailing humour - not intended to offend!) now I now have a much clearer idea about what it means to be in the doldrums. May God send you winds and currents soon! Love, Jane/Daniel's Mom

*Message 168*
	From:	Stephen Jennings
	Date:	3rd May 2010

	Hi there Vanessa, Peter and Crew Hope your trip is going well and that you are having good sailing weather. My thoughts are with you and the crew constantly. May your journey be trouble free and enjoyable, it is a tremendous adventure for all of you. Love you lots, Mom xxxxxxx

*Message 167*
	From:	Mother Edwards
	Date:	3rd May 2010

	To all the crew, Congratulations on crossing the equator - though the photos seem to reflect the mood of the doldrums! You are not misssing anything here except Nick Clegg charming the public while Gordon was caught on audio referring to a lady he had just engaged in conversation as a bigot! Dave the smarm has ditched the suit and has taken to wearing navy sweaters to try and regain the middle ground from Nick. So we might have new government or, it the pundits are to be believed, a hung-parliament when you return. Believe me, you are best off where you are! Keep going and keep up with the blogs - we find them very reassuring, Mother Edwards

*Message 166*
	From:	Tony Lambdon
	Date:	3rd May 2010

	Hi Ship Mates! Congrats on crossing the equator . . . Life back on land seems pretty tame after my stint on board with you all, though after a few weeks I'm now properly house trained into using a conventional toilet. Good luck with the rest of the trip. Could someone please lend Pete a razor? All the best Tony

*Message 165*
	From:	Frank Hallstrom
	Date:	3rd May 2010

	Phoenicia crew & captain, Here is one for the doldrums of the equator. While sitting raise your right foot off of the floor (or deck) and move your foot in a clockwise circular motion. While doing that, use your right hand and pointer finger and draw the number "6" in the air. Ha. (Notice that your right foot is going the other direction now) Frank

*Message 164*
	From:	Lynette & Charles Clements
	Date:	14th April 2010

	Re: Happy Sailing! Dear Clinton, Loved the photo of you with the "monster" dorado. Well done. You look very well.The blog on St Helena was most interesting. Happy sailing to you & the crew. With love from Mum & Dad..........Lynette & Charles!

*Message 163*
	From:	Lynette & Charles Clements
	Date:	5th April 2010

	Dear Clinton & Crew! We are enjoying the ship’s blog, which we view every two evenings or so, and we enjoy it all. We are having a wonderful time at the Seychelles & I (Mum ) am loving all the swimming & snorkelling. We trust everyone enjoyed the donuts & bread & you will have to do your own trick to redeem your points on the fishing!! Fair winds & hope you reach St Helena on schedule!! With our love, Lynette & Charles ( Mum & Dad )

*Message 162*
	From:	Len Helfrich
	Date:	5th April 2010

	Greetings Skipper and Crew on Phoenicia, Thank you Phillip for the envelope which I received in good condition which contained my chart and brochure which I will treasure. I will pass on Kirsten’s brochure once he returns from Inyacha Yacht Race. I am still with the crew in mind and spirit, but find myself landlocked and its tough. Following your progress with keen interest and wishing I am aboard. May the wind always be at your back. Fondest regards to you all. Len and Marge Helfrich

*Message 161*
	From:	Niklas Andersson
	Date:	4th April 2010

	Hello friends! I follow you every day and thinking about the exiting legs I got to experience with you. Miss you all Niklas

*Message 160*
	From:	Emma & Amelia (Pupils from Cerne Abbas First school, Dorset, UK)
	Date:	4th April 2010

	Hi it's Amelia again but with one of my friends called Emma! Emma wanted to send a message and I wanted to send another one as well! Good luck on your voyage and don't sink her!!! We have both been looking at your website, it is really interesting. We hope you don't sink as we said and don't get captured by those horrid pirates. We have just broken up from school for the Easter holidays! All our friends have given us Easter treats they are really yummy!! Happy Easter guys!!!!!!!! Bye have a great voyage. Best wishes From Emma and Amelia (Pupils from Cerne Abbas First school, Dorset, UK)

*Message 159*
	From:	Keith Johnson
	Date:	28th March 2010

	Go guys go! Fly like the wind! Herb Garden’s, air conditioned sleeping bunks, Big Eyed tuna’s and fancy Delheim wine parties in Cape Town. You are looking like a finely tuned crew with those new shirts. WOW! My heart and soul are still with you guys but my body is still recovering. Most people have no idea about how difficult this expedition really is. You all deserve a medal when this is over. Looking forward to Yuri’s film. Jealously watching from afar. Keith and Patty Johnson

*Message 158*
	From:	Lynette Clements
	Date:	27th March 2010

	Howdy Clinton, We have a new pastime, it is called "Phoenicia-spotting". So interesting to visit the website & get updates on the ship's blog, & to track the ship's position. What an experience you are having, and we see you enjoy the cold sea "showers" . This is a testing email, so will keep it short. We leave for the Seychelles on Sunday eve, and will track Phoenicia on Jim's computer. Safe & happy sailing to you & the crew. Greetings to all, Mum & Dad

*Message 157*
	From:	Abigail & Jamey
	Date:	27th March 2010

	Dear Clinton and all onboard the Phoenicia Thinking of you and all the very best as you continue your voyage. May you experience more of the rainbows your adventure presents, keeping you captivated, strong and tenacious. Enjoy every moment. Our very best Abigail & Jamey

*Message 156*
	From:	Malvina
	Date:	23 March 2010

	Hello Everyone, How are you all doing? How is the vessel going about the Atlantic waters? Any news from the Happy Nail? Wishing you all the best in your new journey up the west African coast. Malvina, Peggy, Olivia, Nicolas Lehman (artist of The Happy Nail) and Ian.

*Message 155*
	From:	Jane Hallstrom
	Date:	23 March 2010

	Dear Daniel and Alice - We are thinking about you every day. That is a lot of ocean out there between Cape Town and St. Helena! God Bless You with good winds seas health and spirits. We love you, Jane and Frank

*Message 154*
	From:	Marc Groenewald
	Date:	03 March 2010

	Hi There I'm currently completing my masters in Ancient Cultural History and one of my primary topics is Phoenician ship design. I just saw the story about your voyage on Carte Blanche in South Africa and would love to get more info on your recreation of the ship and the sources used. Its incredible that you have been able to successfully replicate this ship and take it out to sea on such a long voyage, congratulations! I hope the remainder of the voyage goes well and I look forward to future correspondence. Thanks Marc

*Message 153*
	From:	Alison McKenna
	Date:	23 March 2010

	Dear Phoenician Mariners What an exciting adventure! Where is the Phoenicia at this very moment? We’re about to begin a very exciting research project at our school (in Durban, South Africa) on “Famous Journeys”, and this seems to fit the bill perfectly. Thank you Regards Alison McKenna(Teacher librarian) Crawford Preparatory School, La Lucia P.O. Box 186 Umhlanga Rocks - 4320 South Africa

*Message 152*
	From:	Paul Von Blerk
	Date:	23 March 2010

	Dear Phillip, just watched your program on sailing around Africa. Well done.I will email you later this week re old roman coinage found on a small coastal island off Cape Town South Africa, will forward story, details, location and pics of coins.I have always imagined that this southerly route has been used way before what was expected. Kind regards Paul von Blerk Projects Manager Natal Sharks Board.

*Message 151*
	From:	Amelia (Pupil from Cerne Abbas First School)
	Date:	23 March 2010

	Dear captain Philip and your crew, I am a pupil from Cerne Abbas First school and Alice Chutter came in and talked about your amazing voyage! It sounds so interesting it would be an amazing experience even though I get sea sickness!! I have been looking on your website and I have been telling my family all about your expedition and showing them things on the website! I wish loads of luck on the last bit of your voyage back to where you started again and I hope you don't meet any pirates along the way back! From Amelia (A Pupil from Cerne Abbas Fist school, Dorset, UK.)

*Message 150*
	From:	Dr Hamade
	Date:	23 March 2010

	c'est avec plaisir j'ai recu la nouvelle de votre arrivée à cap town,c'est une etape importante dans votre projet,je souhaite une bonne continuité pour phoenicia et son equipage et son capitaine Philip Beal,nous sommes avec vous et bon vent. Dr.HAMADE

*Message 149*
	From:	Suz Wallace
	Date:	23 March 2010

	Phoenicia~ UPDATE!! White Oak Elementary A+ School (Capt. Suz Wallace) and Danielle Eubank (ship's expeditionary artist) have established the link for our "Artist-in-Virtual-Residence" as of this past week. We had planned a Painting Unit collaboration upon Danielle's return from South Africa & the Phoenicia. Due to the technological link using SKYPE's 'live video calls', Danielle was able to speak to the art students this past week, giving introductions, telling about the voyage, the ship, the crew and how she as an artist spends her time on board. The lesson plan for this project involved a painting unit involving the introduction of 'Abstration and Reflection', since these are the concepts Danielle uses in her 'water paintings', reflecting on the voyage, ship and experience. We began by learning what abstraction means, utilizing inspiration from the early abstract painter, Wassily Kandinsky. The children used the combination of oil pastels and tempera paint to abstract parts and pieces of the Phoenician Ship. Finishing that as a warm up, the students looked at Danielle's website of landscapes and waterscapes to learn about how to reflect upon objects found on the water. We have finished the first part of the painting with the sky and land and next week we will finish with the abstract ripples and waves in the water reflecting our far a field places of our imaginations. Many of the childrens compositions are of mountain ranges rising up out of the sea, as well as cityscapes and beaches. We will be in contact with Danielle next week through a "question log", so immediate questions and or issues can be addressed during the painting process. At the end of March, we will return to conference with Danielle using SKYPE video calling and share the students finished paintings. The whole project, paintings, documentation, as well as a display of Danielle's involvement will be a focal point in our Spring Art Exhibition at the Western Carteret Library for the month of April. I will take pictures and send, I usually put together a slide show. Also, the local PRESS came out yesterday and took pictures of Danielle and the children interacting on SKYPE and of the children painting. The county Board of Education has issued a PRESS RELEASE to the regional radio and tv stations. We will let you know about the coverage we get from this project as it comes. As of now, we will be featured in the Carteret County NEWS-TIMES and Onslow County TIDELAND NEWS newspapers, here in North Carolina, USA. Danielle and I have enjoyed working together on this project and look forward to sailing together on board the Phoenicia in the Mediterranean Sea this coming summer! blessings~ Capt. Suz

*Message 148*
	From:	Abbey Class, Cerne Abbas First School
	Date:	03 March 2010

	Hello to Captain Phillip and his crew. Today Alice came into our school to tell us all about your amazing expedition. We are learning about ships and seafarers from the past but didn't know much about the phoenicians. Alice showed us photos and videos of your voyage so far and so we now feel more knowledgeable about the phoenicians. We wish all 19 of our class could visit your ship. Good luck and make sure you all stay safe and don't get captured by pirates! We look forward to keeping track of your progress. Best wishes Abbey Class, Cerne Abbas First School, Dorset, U.K.

*Message 147*
	From:	Shelley, Andre, Steven and Dale
	Date:	03 March 2010

	Dear Dad (Len) and Phoenicia Crew, Thank you to the Phoenicia crew for welcoming Len onboard and giving him the experience of a lifetime. Our thoughts and prayers have been with you all from Richards Bay to Cape Town. Dad we are so proud of your adventurous spirit and endless skills. You are an excellent role model to your children, grandchildren and all that know you. Love Shelley, Andre, Steven and Dale

*Message 146*
	From:	Henry Winters
	Date:	26 Feb 2010

	From Henry Winters, When rounding the southern tip of Africa, please confirm if the sun is really on your right hand side at noon? as claimed by the ancient Phoenician Sailors.

*Message 145*
	From:	Jane Hallstrom
	Date:	26 Feb 2010

	Dear Crew of the Phoenicia, My husband, Frank and I, Daniel's parents, pray for you each day and follow with interest and awe each part of your journey. You are all very brave! God Bless You on your wonderful adventure, The Hallstroms

*Message 144*
	From:	Elva Martin
	Date:	26 Feb 2010

	To Capt. Phillip and your lovely crew I trust that you are all well and safe. I am very pleased to see that you have arrived in Port Elizabeth safe and sound. Well at least the worst is behind you and your crew and that the Wild Coast stretch(waters) was kind to you. I saw your arrival on TV on Thursday morning into Port Elizabeth and trust that this may also be a pleasant stay,( but not as good as it was in Richards Bay.) We miss you all and hope that your passage further may be as pleasant one. Well i will keep looking at the progress that Phoenicia will be doing and will be thinking of all on board. You take care and God Bless Elva & Steve Martin Zululand Yacht Club. Richards Bay

*Message 143*
	From:	J K Bangor
	Date:	16 Feb 2010

	To the brave Phoenicia crew: My son, Joe, and I are watching and tracking your adventurous journey. Our prayers for safety and calm seas go out to you each day. Thank you for your grand contribution to our world. Julia & Joe

*Message 142*
	From:	Penny Dale Douglas
	Date:	16 Feb 2010

	Dear Captain and crew of the Phoenicia, good to hear that you made it to Durban safely. Good luck on the rest of your journey. Kind regards Penny from the Church of Christ, Richards Bay.

*Message 141*
	From:	Sami Al Kouatlli
	Date:	16 Feb 2010

	Best of luck, wishing you all the best. My regards to my Syrian Friend Karim Khwanda who is on your crew. Tell him that we miss him and waiting for him :)

*Message 140*
	From:	Dave and Liz Savides
	Date:	02 Feb 2010

	To Captain Phil and his wonderful crew - We wish you a speedy recovery Captain Phil and there will definitely be a piece of you left behind in Zululand. Thanks to the surgeon. Have a wonderful time in the game reserve. Savour the Spirit of Africa. It has been great meeting all of you. Kindest regards Dave and Liz Savides (Richards Bay)

*Message 139*
	From:	Jean-Jacques Davidian
	Date:	02 Feb 2010

	Hello Phenicia and Crew I am lucky to have just found out about your safe arrival in South Africa. I am currently staying in Beirut, Lebanon and I believe that I have uncovered an actual phoenician shipyard. It is astounding ! What you have accomplished is amazing and I am quite impressed at the size of Phoenicia. Allow me to say that from the few pictures I have seen so far, I feel the looks of your boat is more that of a dow, it is true that I havent seen any pictures of Phoenicia's stern, which might prove me wrong ! From coins dated 800 BC visible here in Beirut''s museum, I built myself a mental picture of the phoenician resembling big hulled viking skiff. I am sure I can gain much enlightenment from your researches. I 'll be delighted to visit you and buy you a drink, when you make it to Beirut. Best regards Jean-Jacques Davidian

*Message 138*
	From:	Eric Jacobson
	Date:	02 Feb 2010

	Dear folks, I have been following your venture with great interest. Congratulations to all on the progress made and best wishes for the difficult doubling of the Cape! In the 1950's my father studied the logistics of the Phoenician African circumnavigation. He wrote up his results in the form of a historic novel, entitled, "Fleet Surgeon to Pharaoh" (author, Sheldon A. Jacobson). The book was published by the Oregon State Press and is still available, either online or from his daughter, Ruth Cummins, who lives in Seattle. Eric Jacobson

*Message 137*
	From:	Robin Moss
	Date:	02 Feb 2010

	Dear Phoenicia Glad to see you have arr RSA. I am a retired educ broadcaster who lectures on nautical matters on cruise ships and am off to the Amazon & Orinoco aboard Marco Polo Monday 1 Feb. Have been praising Necho (and Herodotus) aboard various ships for many years and shall also praise Phoenicia and her Captain and crew(s) this trip, with pix fr yr albums (full attribution to yr website) in one of my lectures. I really do wish you all the best and shall do all I can to get those aboard to look at yr website and indeed to contrib to the costs of the enterprise. Looks as if the last part of the Mozambique run was a tad boring, but better that than the other thing! You are all amazing. More than you know are wishing you well, happy and safe.. Robin Moss (age 70 in a couple of months)

*Message 136*
	From:	Rev Peter E Adotey Addo
	Date:	02 Feb 2010

	Hello captain Phillip, Glad to hear from you again and to lean that you have new crew replacements and are having a great time in Richards Bay. At least you are safe from those nasty pirates . I just hope you will share some photographs with us once a while . It seems all the new people you meet are being wonderful and I am sure you can count on this sort of welcome on your trip from stop to stop. Again congratulations and our best as you continue your trip. Rev Peter E Adotey Addo North Carolina ,USA

*Message 135*
	From:	Jon Sharfman
	Date:	02 Feb 2010

	Phoenicia, Looking forward to welcoming you to Cape Town soon! Jon

*Message 134*
	From:	Birgit Löf
	Date:	28th January 2010

	To captain Philip and his crew, My congratulations and have a good time in Richards bay! Best regards Birgit (Niklas´mother)

*Message 133*
	From:	Keith Johnson
	Date:	27th January 2010

	To the most amazing people on the planet. I miss all of you, my extended family, sitting here in my Big Fat Comfy (BFC) leather chair in my air conditioned office eating frozen Bon Bons. I really do. I am now a “Ships Blog” junkie as I await every update. Steph, you nailed the experience to a “T”(not sure why it’s a “T”, should be “H” for Hammer) with your Blog. I feel like I am back on the ship. Dirman, you still numba 1 singer! Strangely I, like Nick Swallow, am drawn back to the “scene of the crime” and I want another chance to redeem myself as a worthy crewmember. Looks like I had a torn meniscus after all. My knee is still really messed up. Thanks for putting up with me and babying me. It all Alice’s fault for encouraging me to jump of the ship and swim back in Mayotte Harbor. You, Water Dog! Still enjoying your afternoon dingy swims? Glad to hear Aziz is still “boiling water”, Yuri still tries to make real bread and fish head soup is the new rage. Sulhan, I assume, still uses an axe and a saw to filet a fish? Niklas, how many days to Richards Bay? 6? Expect 4 , hope for 2, wish for miracles. So happy you finally hit the current. Have fun in Richards Bay. I love it and Love all of you. Phillip, Keep the dream alive. I read a great paper on xylophones. I am with you on that one. Keith P.S. Aziz can you read this to Dirman and Sulhan. I spoke with Daniel Dad, seemed like a great guy.

*Message 132*
	From:	Simon Edwards
	Date:	14th January 2010

	Happy Birthday Steph (14th Jan) – from all those left behind in snowy England! Simon Edwards

*Message 131*
	From:	Suz Wallace
	Date:	14th January 2010

	Phoenicia~ We have been watching with GREAT enthusiasm and interest (all 700+ of us) and are relieved you have sailed around the pirate (Somali) coast.....here on the coast of North Carolina, we know a thing or two about pirates (where Blackbeard found his demise). We are glad you are safe and of good spirits and readying for the next leg to South Africa. We will be reading "Milad" over the coming weeks, read by one of our own parent's who is from the land of Phoenicia. And we are anxiously awaiting and will be watching Danielle's voyage and return to the States as we begin our painting and expeditionary-artist-online unit. Fair Winds and safe passage Phoenicia & Crew~ the children's hearts are with you~ Capt. Suz Bogue Inlet, North Carolina, USA

*Message 130*
	From:	Steve and Mandy Slater
	Date:	14th January 2010

	Hi Philip, Long time no speak to! I am pleased to read that everything has gone so well for you and that everyone is safe and enjoying the experience. Whilst we have not been in contact for some time, we do think and talk about your extraordinary adventure often. Good luck with the next leg of your voyage. We should be in Dorset later in the Summer and hope to meet up with you. Kind regards, Mandy & Steve Slater

*Message 129*
	From:	Doug Smith
	Date:	5th January 2010

	To Philip and all my shipmates and other crew members. (including the delightful Danielle) Belated New Year best wishes to you all. Fantastic news to hear you have made it to Beira. Have a great sail down the coast to South Africa and watch out for the whales around the Cape. Doug

*Message 128*
	From:	Frank Hallstrom
	Date:	5th January 2010

	It would be great to see the TV news stories - perhaps a link on the blog? Congratulations on making it up the channel and into the port of Beira! Thanks for the great blog reporting - any photos would be appreciated - especially of your meals on board?! Peace and good winds be with you - Frank Hallstrom

*Message 127*
	From:	Alice & Jack
	Date:	3rd January 2010

	Happy New Year to Philip, Nick, Yuri, Aziz, Julhan, Dirman, Niklas, Keith, Steph, Alice, Daniel (and Danielle, Vera and Atsuko who are about to join the next leg), Congratulations on reaching Beira and all that has been achieved over the last year. We look forward to seeing the completion of the circumnavigation in 2010. Our very best wishes to you all Alice & Jack

*Message 126*
	From:	Regula Steinhauser-Zimmermann
	Date:	2nd January 2010

	Congratulations! You've reached Beira this afternoon. Please let all of us (all that are interested...) know how you are doing and feeling and what you are planning. Many thanks and all good wishes for your future adventures Regula

*Message 125*
	From:	Andrew A
	Date:	2nd January 2010

	Hey Danielle! Gosh, Seattle must seem a long way away now you’re out in Africa. But was lovely to see you. Enjoy your leg of the expedition – Bon Voyages! Andrew A P.S. Please bring me back tiger-skin rug…

*Message 124*
	From:	Ahmad Hamade
	Date:	1st January 2010

	Bonne année 2010à toute l'équippage de phoenicia,nos meilleurs voeux de réussir votre projet, bon courage et bon vent. Dr.Hamadé .Lyon-FRANCE

*Message 123*
	From:	Frank Hallstrom
	Date:	31st December 2009

	Happy New Year to one & all!!! It is already the new decade for you guys. Going to a New Year's gathering & party in Asheville with the Avett Brothers playing. Preceded by dinner at Salsas. Ring in the new with winds at your back and fair skies. Frank

*Message 122*
	From:	Juliet Beale
	Date:	31st December 2009

	To wish you all a very happy, healthy prosperous new year. Love from Juliet Rikki Charlie Zarna

*Message 121*
	From:	Mike Carrick
	Date:	31st December 2009

	Alice -Daniel & Crew Happy New Years from me and all my friends and family to you and all your friends and family! All the BEST! Mike & Grace Carrick out in the middle of the woods~ N.C.

*Message 120*
	From:	Larry Hallstrom
	Date:	29th December 2009

	Hi Daniel and Alice, What an adventure!!! And I thought my motor home was fun. Wanted to let you know that we are following your trip, and look forward to talking with you about the sailing when you get home. Wish I could send you some caulking for the leaks in the heavy rain. Mary T and I would like to wish you a belated Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. Larry and Mary T

*Message 119*
	From:	Harald Andersson
	Date:	28th December 2009

	Hej Niklas and all the crew! We all here in Sweden follow your progress 2-3 times a day. Hope your reach Beira before New year and if you don´t, a happy new year! Dad and Susanne Stockholm Sweden

*Message 118*
	From:	Patty Johnson
	Date:	25th December 2009

	Dear Keith & all the crew, I have been wishing you all a Merry Christmas and plenty of sunshine to dry out from the prodigious rains. Hope it was a happy day at sea. It appears you have made the Mozambique Channel by your excellent progress of the last day. I watch for every update. To Keith - Happy 25th Anniversary! I love you and miss you. Keep the swagger and the scratchy beard. I want to be in the arms of a sailor with the ocean in his eyes and the sea in his soul. Patty Johnson Naples, FL USA

*Message 117*
	From:	The Edwards Family
	Date:	25th December 2009

	To Steph and the rest of the Crew - Happy Christmas and Good Sailing. Hope you had a great day - from Mum, Dad & Pad

*Message 116*
	From:	Yarmila & Nadav
	Date:	25th December 2009

	Dear Philip, How are you doing! I hope you having some good winds. Some poetry on Xmas day :} The tempting gifts are tantalizing, About opening them we are fantasizing. The holiday food are appetizing, Our excitement and joy are growing and rising. Our hearts and minds are harmonizing, Jolly Christmas fun we°re maximizing!! MERRY XMAS and a prosperous 2010 !!! Enjoy the chocolates :} Luv Yarmila ¤ Nadav

*Message 115*
	From:	Mohamad Osman
	Date:	25th December 2009

	Dear Philip and all the crew of Phoenicia. Wishing you a merry xmas and a very happy new year, certainly we are having a daily eye on your progress towards Mozambique, our heart ,and feelings with you , and praying for a good weather and smooth sea all among your noble mission. best regards Mohamad Osman

*Message 114*
	From:	Madeline & Geoff
	Date:	25th December 2009

	To Philip and all the crew. Wishing you all a Happy Christmas at sea and so pleased to hear that you are now back on track for a successful onward journey. We will be tracking you all the way! Madeleine (Doug's sister) and Geoff

*Message 113*
	From:	Michael Piller
	Date:	25th December 2009

	Hello Philip and all the crew of the Phoenician, Merry Christmas to you all-since the beginning we are following you day by day and we are thinking of you today also! Mike and all the german spoken guest/ members/ friends of our forum

*Message 112*
	From:	Dr. Fawaz Akhras
	Date:	24th December 2009

	Warmest wishes for a Merry Christmas, joyful and prosperous New Year 2010. FAWAZ AKHRAS

*Message 111*
	From:	Joy Raymond
	Date:	23rd December 2009

	Happy Christmas Phil & Crew. Keep safe and just to let you know we are all thinking about you. Phil - you are amazing. Joy & Gareth xxxxx

*Message 110*
	From:	Ahmad Hamade
	Date:	19th December 2009

	Je suis content d 'Avoir vos nouvelles, que Dieu protège Phoenicia et son équipage bon courage et bon vent.

*Message 109*
	From:	Doug Smith
	Date:	14th December 2009

	Hi Philip and all the crew, Hearty congratulations on your arrival at Mayotte, Comoros Islands. It appears that you must have had an interesting berthing process, after looking at the magnified tracker. Enjoy your land fall, and you will be in Rita and my thoughts as you embark on the next leg. Doug

*Message 108*
	From:	Nick Burningham
	Date:	11th December 2009

	Congratulations. Syukur. Alhamdu Lillah. Good to see you've reached Mayotte. Nick Burningham

*Message 107*
	From:	Paul Reid
	Date:	3rd December 2009

	Hi Philip, Aziz, Dirman, Sulhan and crew (and Alice)- I just wanted you to know I'm following you guys on the website and telling folks about your journey. I am very happy to hear you have avoided the pirates so far despite the spike in attacks. Philip and Niklas, I'm very much enjoying your journal posts...especially the photos. Keep it up! Aziz must be doing some really creative cooking now without the ability to add Coca-Cola to his pancakes. :) I can't believe I'm saying this, but...man, I miss sailing with you guys! Praying for a safe passage to Mayotte and the Comoros. grace and salaam- Paul Reid

*Message 106*
	From:	Indira Sanada
	Date:	2nd December 2009

	To Yuri Mamãe te manda um grande beijo e está dizendo para você se cuidar! Nós todos te desejamos um Feliz Aniversário! (Happy Birthday) tua família Brasil

*Message 105*
	From:	Birgit Lof
	Date:	2nd December 2009

	Dear all the members of the crew and your captain, It sounds like a good idea to make a stop at Mayotte. Hold on and you will soon be there! I think of you.