Welcome to the Suntrekka Guestbook!

carmy and terry - 11/16/00 02:53:34
My Email:carmy16@aol.com

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Hi, Skipper Bob! Whew! You made it. That's great. We are looking forward to hearing the details! We will be in Penn. visiting Terry's Mom and sister for Turkey day. Hope to email you soon. Get some rest and enjoy SA!

Robert Case - 10/29/00 06:34:26

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Howdy All!! Just checked out and heading for the marina to jump on the boat and head for Africa. Looks like the weather will be as good as it can be. The boats ahead of me are having lightish winds in the 10-15k range except two under Madagascar gettin 20-25 and 25-30. Looks good so off I go. Thanks for all the good wishes!! More from SA!! BC

Ron Twardy - 09/30/00 09:08:51
My Email:rdt2rd@webtv.net

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Hey Bad Bob! 2rd here. I have been following your trip since june when your dad started forwarding your e-mails. Are you ever coming home?Did you buy my gift yet? I missed the Big Hunt again this year, bu that's another long story. However, there is a cer ain gal in Brawley that has been asking about you. Are you laying any pipe? Out.

JK - 09/29/00 17:21:34
My Email:jkc@micron.net

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Hey Bob! Would you like a little cheese with that "Whine". (just kidding) Glad to hear you made it safe and sound. I'm here at your Dad's getting pampered and fed well. We miss you. Stay safe!! love, JK

Robert Case - 09/25/00 12:11:45

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Thanks for all the good wishes!! Was a good trip to Mauritius all things considered. Ive decided that all the folks who wrote all the stuff about sailing the indian ocean and how great it was have not sailed the southern ocean!! Worse than the pacific n terms of a confused sea. There are always 3 swell patterns. Oh well. Sailors are always complaining, thats how you know we are happy!! Next stop Durban! BC

Steve Case - 08/22/00 19:07:35
My Email:scjkc@micron.net

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Yo Bro! Glad you are enjoying the CoCo's-caught some Tuna and Dorado last weekend with the guys in Mexico- thought of you briefly- just kidding! We will miss you at BWCC for the hunt. Keep safe- sail on and keep your powder dry! Steve

Fran Smith - 08/09/00 14:32:23
My Email:frans@televox.com

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Go BOB!! You new friends in Mobile, Alabama!!

Steve Case - 08/08/00 20:30:06
My Email:scjkc@micron.net

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Yo Bro! Sorry to hear about the broken toe- had to be the good leg too! Keep your powder dry! LU Steve

Mike Miller - 07/17/00 22:38:29
My Email:mjmille1@collins.rockwell.com

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Hey Bob!!! Hope your Cocos visit improves following the low visibility entry:) Sounds like a lack of population there with great scuba opportunities around the reefs....great! Ask Casey to give you an update on C. Venzke.....hope all continues well for you and keep the Suntrekka mast side up!:) MJM

Phyllis Lucia - 07/13/00 06:35:51
My Email:nannyphyllis99@cs.com

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Read my e-mail.

Jim McFall - 06/30/00 14:25:35
My Email:jmcfall@socal.rr.com

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OK Bob this is business. Next time your are in the states it is time for your over haul. Your popping up on our list as a deserter. Just need to check under the hood to make sure everything is ok and to get our credit for you. Certainly sounds like life has been interesting for you lately. It wouldn't be any fun if the ocean was calm as a bathtub now would it? LOL Why does the movie coming out called Perfect Storm remind me of you? Think you better wait until after your adve ture to see that movie. Take care my friend. Jim

kirsty/Ed Karkow - 06/06/00 11:40:48
My Email:karkow@midcoast.com

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Good for you! Bill Johnston, who is my cousin, told us of your trip. We sail also.

Jim McFall - 06/05/00 22:09:42
My Email:jmcfall@socal.rr.com

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Hi Bob, Just wanted to let you know all is well at the VA. Many changes ahead for the future but all for the betterment of veterans. Staff and patients alike often ask about your journey and where in the world is Bob. All your friends here wish you wel and a safe Journey. Jim, Rae Lean, Bonnie, Loretta, Felicia, Ruben, Roger, Ed, Jack, Russ, Ms. Matthews, Frank, Justine, Norm and Rick. C/O has a special message of "Gods Speed" for you.

carmy and terry - 05/25/00 05:10:28
My Email:carmy16@aol.com

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Hi, Skipper! I checked out the Bowen site.... too bad you have landed in paradise again! I think Terry is currently looking into chartering in that area! We'll follow you, even if we can't find you! Keep being safe and happy. Love, C and T

Carmy and Terry - 04/26/00 04:06:17
My Email:Carmy16@aol.com

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Hi, Bob! We're back from Musket Cove, but still wannabe on Fiji time! It was just as good as you said it would be. Hot, humid, lots of R and R for us. We met some cruising/charter folks that siad they remembered you/knew you. A couple with 2 boys, on a bo named Galliente from Bay of Islands pulled in for a day or two, and a Musket Cove charter boat called Hobo, owned by Peter and Pat. The hospitality at the resort was incredible, and we looked for Suntrekka carved in the beams, but didn't find it. Also, met an old cruising guy on the old ketch, Annabeth who thought he knew you. Small world. Big when you are sailing around it! Have many more safe journeys, and know we all miss you and love you. Carmy and Terry

Bruce Hedin - 04/25/00 22:16:42

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Bob, Every time I read your guest book I think how great this whole site is and how hard your/our Dad has worked on this. All the great comments people have written will be great to read long after the trek is over. Me all I want to really do is sign on a some woman or man from some port in your travels and tell lewd stories about our deeds. What Fun!! But I couldn't do that to Dad. Talk to you soon. Stay Well!!!!!!!!! XOXO

- 04/25/00 21:50:47

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Carmy and Terry - 04/08/00 23:54:50
My Email:Carmy16@aol.com

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Hi, Skipper! Still bound for Australia, so it goes. Safety counts for EVERYTHING. We leave for Fiji 4-11, and return 4-20. Can't wait! We will try to charter (it's smarter!) for a couple days. Take care and let us know your next forwarding address. Love to you. Carmy and Terry

Robert Case - 03/24/00 05:13:11
My Email:Suntrekka@Eudoramail.com

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Thanks for all the good vibes/wishes!! We can always use them. Dad gets all the credit for the website- he's done quite a job unravelling all my correspondence and updating this. I've just finished my haulout and am stowing/cleaning/otherwise getiing r ady to hit the trail north. Will go in small day/night hops up a ways and see what the tail end of the cyclone season will do then through the straight for the big indian. Virginia-dont give up on me!! L2ABC

Bob Visscher - 03/15/00 18:24:55
My Email:visscher@primemedia.net

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Hi Bob, I was on the C-5 flight with you that flew us into Richmond. I assume you got all of your 140 pounds of food and equipment aboard. Continued good luck. I will be following your progress from here in Montana

scott hale - 03/10/00 06:32:41
My Email:jshale@netzero.net

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Hey Bob! its been awhile since i've hit your sight. We are finally on line at home as you might have guessed. Hope all is well and that you are still having a great time. talked to bruce the other day, we might go pig hunting sometime in april.... take care, Scott

Cherie Hazelwood - 02/19/00 18:13:45
My Email:Bulldog972@aol.com

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This is a truly amazing undertaking, not only the voyage, but your literary/pictorial efforts as well...and did you expect your guest book to be signed by people from way, way back in your childhood? My parents are Bill and Mary Alice Cavitt...we were ne ghbors of the Legares in Oak Harbor all those many years ago. As, a matter of fact, my brother, Bill, is stationed at Whidbey right now...CO of a squadron of Prowlers. Anyway, Carol (Legare)Mozingo and I still keep in touch, and I will pass this on to er. How fun to get a vicarious thrill from your adventures...I will be sure to check your web page periodically. Thanks for sharing. Be safe and good sailing! Cherie

Bill Cavitt,Sr. - 02/14/00 20:31:49
My Email:bmacavitt@aol.com

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I enjoy following your cruise.Keep me on your list

virginia domeyer - 02/10/00 17:38:35
My Email:kahoots@webtv.net

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hi bob how are you, everyone at the marina keeps asking about you. We miss you, we miss you, we miss you. Don amd I are getting ready to move out of Calif. We looking at Arizona of Nevada. I hope this gets to you, I've made seeral attempts, but will try gain. The yacht club is pretty much the same. What can I say but hurry back. e all love an miss you.

JK - 02/09/00 15:00:38
My Email:jkc@televar.com

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Hi Bob! Glad to hear you made it back safe and sound. It was good to see you for "Thanksgiving". (This is a little late/what's new))WE MISS YOU. "HBDTY.HBDTY.HBDDB.HBDTY." Be safe and God Bless You! LUJKC We've been playing in the snow. Aren't you jealous?

Carol Nolan - 02/05/00 01:09:10
My Email:cnolan@ospi.wednet.edu

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Hello from Olympia, WA. Hope this finds you safe and well. Met your brother Steve on a flight to Spokane last week. I must admit to being a bit green with envy since hearing about your great adventure. Stay well.

Harvey & Anne Mabry - 01/27/00 23:24:24
My Email:panadvd@aol.com

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Bob, I am the amputee that met you at your slip in Long Beach. We just got back from the Seychelles. You are going to love it!

Robert Case - 01/06/00 23:09:37
My Email:Suntrekka@Eudoramail.com

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Thanks so much to one and all for making my holiday back home such a bright one! It was really good to spend even just a little time with you and those I missed I'll miss even more till next time home. I'll be heading back to Bundaberg in a few days via military space available and will check in with you from there. Happy New Year to all, LBC.

Bob Case - 11/11/99 05:17:48

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ET called home!! Everywhere I go in town I meet someone who says- Hey, are you Bob Case on Suntrekka? You're supposed to call your Dad! The SAR folks were very understanding and were happy to help Dad locate me. Oh well, the story of my life. Thanks a l for the comments and good wishes. I hope to be home in November and will catch up with you then!! Love to all, Bob S/V Suntrekka

- 10/28/99 17:34:08

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beautiful.....

- 10/28/99 17:29:52

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Anne M. Case - 10/06/99 23:33:35
My Email:acase@cceyewear.com

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What a beatiful boat Bob. I hope all is well with you and that your trip will be a safe one. And all that you hoped it would be. Love, Anne

- 09/17/99 23:59:34

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Nina Daley - 09/17/99 23:44:41
My Email:gffrg@usa.net

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I met Bob in New Zealand, where I keep my boat and escape northern (Alaska) winters. We shared good coffee, cheap-ass wine, and the duty of telling good jokes on the cruisers' morning vhf radio net. It was always fun to sit quiet and let him sweat abou whether I was tuned into the net and would bail him out on joke duty. I'm not the only one who'll miss him in the Bay of Islands this season, but I'll miss him the most. May you share many more laughs along the way, my friend.

- 07/26/99 02:35:08

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JK - 07/26/99 01:14:55
My Email:jkc@televar.com

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Hi Bob, Decided I better sign this thing too. I am enjoying sailing in my mind through YOUR adventures. Hope all is well. Remember your sunscreen! We love you and miss you. LUJKC

cindy cervin - 07/20/99 20:09:26
My Email:sugger57@hotmail.com

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What an awesome adventure.It is my hearts desire to do what you are doing.My husband and I got together with steve and julie last nite and they told us about what you were doing. How exciting for us to keep up with you on your trip hope it is a great one eep up the good work.Looks like your having a great time.

cindy cervin - 07/20/99 20:04:54
My Email:sugger57@hotmail.com

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What an awesome adventure.It is my hearts desire to do what you are doing.My husband and I got together with steve and julie last nite and they told us about what you were doing. How exciting for us to keep up with you on your trip hope it is a great one eep up the good work.Looks like your having a great time.

Carmy and Terry - 07/19/99 04:29:37
My Email:Carmy16@aol.com

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Bob: Great update about positions in So. Pacific and also enjoyed your updated "Where am I going." What a man, what a mighty good man! Terry and I have both now read "Through the South Seas with Jack London" so we feel like we are there with you in spi it. But, I doubt you'll see any cannibals in the Solomons.... Best always, take care. Love,Carmy and Terry

L R Whelchel - 07/18/99 17:01:13
My Email:Railman51@aol.com

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Enjoyed your trip so far and look forward to future updates. Pictures great.

Myron Schall - 05/10/99 23:43:40
My Email:mschall@ncia.com

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Nice pictures of New Zealand. Hope to see a few of the scenes live in about 5 months. Looking forward for more of the trip.

Chuck Yengst - 04/14/99 00:50:19
My Email:charles.t.yengst@cpmx.saic.com

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Robert...I'm currently on jury duty with your dad -- he told me about your journey. I'm also USN-RET and I've done some sailing, but no circumnav - yet. Cruised Hong Kong, Philippines, Thailand and Antigua/Barbuda, but still envy your trip. Have a good ne and stay safe. Nice website! //// Chuck

Bill McMillan - 02/28/99 03:28:55
My Email:wamcm@erols.com

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Carmy and Terry - 02/14/99 14:53:40
My Email:Carmy16@aol.com

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Hi, Skipper Bob! We can't think of a better place to spend some significant anchor time than Russell, NZ. We hear that the ladies love to locate sea captains with interesting yachts in the "Hellhole of the Pacific." Hope you've partaken of the "Duke of arlbourough" Hotel/Bar? Restaurant. Get that boat ship shape, she'll keep safe and cozy on the next leg of your journey. Miss you and wish you well, Love, Carmy and Terry

Don&Virginia Domeyer - 02/07/99 23:41:17
My Email:kahoots@webtv.net

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Y--I--Outta, heard you were home for the holidays,boy are you in troble with your family at CBYC, Just coundn't find the time to stop by and see us. Really, we understand,but don't let it happen again. My girlfriend & I went to Las Vegas for New Years and saw Neil Diamond in concert, he was awesome and is still my number one man(besides myhusband) Hope all is well with you,haven't heard from Howard in months. Kenny Rice and his wife Judy are visiting for a few days, Kenny has'nt changed much except now he is pastor of a church in Washington. (Go figure) anyhow, take care Bob we all miss you and wish you smooth seas. Love Virginia & Don Domeyer P.S. Mindy says woof,woof.

Don&Virginia Domeyer - 02/07/99 23:23:30
My Email:kahoots@webtv.net

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Y--I--Outta, heard you were home for the holidays,boy are you in troble with your family at CBYC, Just coundn't find the time to stop by and see us. Really, we understand,but don't let it happen again. My girlfriend & I went to Las Vefas for New Years an saw Neil Diamond in concert, he was awesome and is still my number one man(besides myhusband) Hope all is well with you,haven't heard from Howard in months. Kenny Rice and his wife Judy are visiting for a few days, Kenny has'nt changed uch except new he is pastor of a church in Washington. (Go figure) anyhow, take care Bob we all miss you and wish you sommth seas. Love Virginia & Dom Domeyer P.S. Mindy says woof,woof.

Helen & Don Ketchum - 01/20/99 00:23:43
My Email:djk@cyberg8t.com

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Hi Bob Ejoyed seeing you at Christmas. Best of luck in your future travels.

Carmy and Terry - 01/16/99 16:16:23
My Email:Carmy16@aol.com

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The God of Kava is guarding our home, but misses the tropics... as do we. Spending a "few weeks" in the Bay of Islands sounds awfully pleasant. Are you sure you will be ever leaving Opua? It was really wonderful to see you over the holidays. Thanks for your cool card. Terry will be sending you the awesome cushion ASAP. Miss you already. Love, C and T

Carmy and Terry - 01/16/99 16:14:38
My Email:Carmy16@aol.com

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Thanks to all for a wonderful visit over the holidays. Sorry that I couldn't get around to see all of my friends. Take care, I'll check in next from Opua and beyond!

- 01/09/99 18:40:37

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Don Davis - 01/01/99 17:27:11
My Email:dldavis@ix.netcom.com

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Learned of your web site and sailing venture from your father's X-mas letter. Glad to see you are doing what most people only dream about. Best wishes for fair weather and a safe voyage during the coming year from a retired Marine living near Augusta, G orgia.

Dick Thomas - 12/28/98 20:50:25
My Email:xnavav@netscape.net

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Hi Bob, We lived next to your folks in Imperial Beach and are now retired in Pensacola. Your dad included your address in his Xmas greetings, so tho't we'd drop a line with best wishes-I was a pilot on the Panama Canal so might be able to give you a name or two down there. Put us on your info list, Please. Good Luck!

Robert Case - 12/18/98 06:39:20

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Thanks one and all for your interest and support. I'm home for the holidays, then back to Opua. The boat is on the hard, so when I get back I'll touch up the bottom paint, repack the stuffing box and touch up the woodwork. I'm in the Bay of Islands, so when I hit the water I'll spend a few weeks checki g out the bay then I'll bump down the coast to Auckland. About the end of March I'll be back in the bay and final provisioning for the jump to Fiji then Oz. Happy Holidays to all! BC

Harold Finch - 11/28/98 19:56:09
My Email:louboop@syix.com

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very interesting

Dick Case - 11/22/98 18:08:30
My Email:rcase1@san.rr.com

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Saturday 21 November 1998. This is the meat of a letter that I received from Bob written 16 November 1998. Some parts of the letter have been edited out. :-) The trip down through the Tonga Islands was fun. Kind of busy for me, single handed, in company with 3 boats with couples aboard. I have to get up earlier, stay up later and hustle in between to keep up boat Maint., laundry, cooking, cleaning, & sight eeing going much less sailing the boat. We left Atata Island on 10-24, having waited for the right interval in the regular procession of high & low pressure systems that start over Aust. & come east over NZ. The trick is to catch the backside of a high miss the lows, but all the planning is a crap shoot as there is little you can count on in terms of consistency & timing. We stayed at South Minerva Reef (about 250 NM. SW. of Tonga) for five days. Katrilli, Kaparongi, Ashante, & Sea Warrior had taken ff 2 weeks earlier and they were still flogging around in calms & gales while we stayed at the Reef. Only Blue (James & Faye0 & De La Mer (Scotty & Celia) were there as well, so we got together each evening for happy hour & to go over the weather faxes t at OB was getting. Did some snorkeling & swimming as the water in the lagoon was crystal clear. Weird being @ anchor in relative calm while the ocean around thunders on the reef all around you. And no land in sight! We left on 1031 and promptly hit ca ms so I motored for 20 hours straight, then parked the boat under a clear blue sky on glassy calm water, watched the sun go down, ate a hot meal, put up the strobe light and went to bed. I'd left up a small Staysl, sheeted in hard in the middle to steady the boat some and if the wind comes up the boat will track dead down wind. Expecting Northerly wind which did come that night, the boat sailed 20 miles on course as I slept. OB & DLM were about 50 miles ahead by now, but we kept that distance the rest o the trip as the wind steadily increased. In high & low pressure systems the winds go anti clock wise and clock wise, so the wind direction changed daily and some times several times in a day. Busy work for me keeping the boat on course. Left unattende , the boat will follow the wind changes & not the course. I sleep with a flashlight in one hand and small compass near by to check for wind shifts every hour or so. Had several days near the end of high winds and rain, so out came the foullies. I spent a lot of time in the cabin trying to stay warm between sail changes and course corrections. Was all I could do to get 3 hours sleep in 24, the last 3 days. Saturday the 7th dawned the first clear sky for days - so I took a 2 hour nap at sunrise. The wi d changed gradually while I napped and I woke heading due West, sailing merrily the wrong way! No sooner than I got the wind vane adjusted and sails trimmed the wind died all together so tried to start the motor to no avail. Bu now, this doesn't phase m in the least, so after an hour or so of wrenching, new fuel filters, a little diesel fuel swallowed and all, my homage to the Perkins, I motored into Opua, Bay of Islands which was 30 NM's away. NZ is beautiful, as you know, and the people here, startin with the customs & immigration officials have all been cheerful, helpful, and just plain nice. I rented a mooring buoy near Opua for 2 weeks. To do laundry, shop, rest, and sort out some issues with the anchor. Last week I went over to Pihia in the din y & took the ferry from there to Russell. They are both small towns (under 3K pop) that cater to tourists. So was fun to walk around & see the museums & sights. This week I'll take a bus down to Whangarei to check the mail and price the storage faciliti s. I'd been told it's cheaper to store the boat here, so we'll see. Look forward to seeing Katrilli and the rest of the gang that has collected there. The last 2 days it's been blowing gale force outside the bay & near that inside, so I've just been do ng laundry, catching up on letters, reading & generally goofing off. There are hot showers and Laundry machines off the pier where I'm moored & a little store near the post office (next door to the shower) has fresh fruit and veggies.

Capt Dunc - 10/28/98 20:08:57
My URL:http://access2sailing.org
My Email:saildunc@aol.com

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Hello Bob So very glad to finally get your site! What you've done, or should I say doing, is just FANTASTIC. I can't wait to hear your stories. I'm so proud of you, Bob. Please let me know if there's anything I can do for you here at this end. If you get the opportunity write a quick note and let me know the real stuff! Take care my friend. Dunc (Your wanna be 1st mate)

- 10/24/98 04:35:56

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Jim Till - 10/18/98 22:24:12
My Email:Jtill4@aol.com

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All my best wishes with you Bob.

Jim Till - 10/18/98 22:20:46
My Email:Jtill4@aol.com

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All my best wishes with you Bob.

Pam & Dan Dunahay - 10/17/98 13:21:44
My Email:danpam@worldnet.att.net

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Hey Bob: Read your update on your travels and adventures. I'm so envious. It sounds like your having a blast. Now that I know your website, I'll check in on you frequently. I'm taking internet classes for my MSQA (Master's of Science in Quality Assurance), so 'm always on the internet. Have a great time. TTYL, Pam :-) and Dan

CBYC - 10/09/98 01:51:46
My Email:exact@webpg.net

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HiBob, Sitting here at the club. Virginia,Malibu,Bob,Dave,Ma,congtats from Bob and Jeanie Stafford,Lee.Ma sends her love.Right now watching baseball playoffs.Lee is single again and will meet you in San Diego on your last leg of the trip.We're all going to have cocktail watching your good pictures. See ya, Tom PS. Send us another snail mail.

Tom McGarry - 10/03/98 15:18:01
My Email:ta_mcg@televar.com

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Bob: We're praying that your journey goes well and that you're thoroughly enjoying the experience. Good Luck and God be with you! Tom & Peggy

Jeff Case - 09/30/98 00:19:02
My Email:thruh2o@aol.com

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Great web page!! Looks like a lot of fun out there. Be careful and enjoy yourself, what an experience... Jeff.

Myron Schall - 09/29/98 04:50:24
My Email:mschall@ncia.com

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Thanks for sharing the pictures of your trip. Too bad you can't show us what it was like when the weather was less than desireable. Keep up the good work.

Carmy and Terry Wepsic - 09/29/98 04:13:24
My Email:Carmy16aol.com

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Bob: Hope all is going well! Hope to catch you in Auckland Dec. 15 or so.... the site looks GREAT and the pics are a treat! We'll stay in touch with your Dad.... Loveyou, Carmy and Terry

Mary Beth Kirkpatrick - 09/29/98 02:33:17
My Email:MBKirkpatrick@compuserve.com

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Hi Bob, On the suggestion of your brother, Steve, I am visiting this site and enjoying your pictures and story. Steve and I work together in the orthodontic industry. Long time good guy. Congratulations on a fabulous experience. MB

Marty Hofstetter - 09/28/98 13:18:10
My Email:MartyOMS@aol.com

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Sounds like your life has been a pretty interesting journey all the way through. I work with Steve and he's talked about you as long as I can remember. Suntrekka looks great from the photo. I'm envious because I've thought of doing something like what you're doing for about 25 years. I hope you have a wonderful and safe adventure.

Steve Case - 09/28/98 04:09:28
My Email:scjkc@televar.com

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Great looking Web page Dad and especially a thanks to Patrick- good job on the pic's! Steve

- 09/28/98 02:11:29

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Dick Case - 09/27/98 19:55:18

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Patrick Basney did a fantastic job with all of the improvements on the Suntrekka Web Page.

- 09/27/98 19:53:32

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