Feast or Famine
Current Position as of 4:04 UTC: 20.58N, 152.06W
Another slow day today. The wind was so light at night that it was hard to steer other than by hand. Usually I sleep down below in the salon (main room of the boat). It is more comfortable there and I have a good view of the radar. I have rigged up some lines to the wind vane so I can pull them and adjust the course and not have to get up.
The wind was light all day - barely 4 knots. I think my average speed is 2 knots. Later this afternoon a squall showed up on the radar about a mile wide. I reefed the sails and prepared for heavy winds. The squall ended up being 3 squalls all together and they passed by with out any problem. The wind has been about 10 knots since then so I am traveling along at about 5 knots once again. The black clouds were totally surrounding my boat which really made for some good video footage.
I had to put down Huck Finn for now. It really needs my full attention because of all the slang and for now I usually fall asleep sometime while I'm reading. Instead I'm reading Joshua Slocum's Sailing Alone Around the World. It is the story of the first solo circumnavigator who set sail from Boston in 1895. This book was a gift from Mike at Anchor's Way Boat Yard in Ventura.
My dad asked me if I was excited about being so close to Hawaii. For me though it is no different than any other day because I am still so far from port. At 2 knots average speed, 300 miles is still pretty far! I'm not desperate to get off the boat at all. I am looking forward to seeing my family and sleeping deeply and eating hot food.
It is really amazing to me that I get so many emails and blog comments. My mom read Grandma Jean's comments from Louisiana tonight. She also told me that there are a lot of people supporting my trip financially. Thank you again everyone for this. Your support has been as much of an inspiration to me as I have been to you.
Cheers,
Zac
Another slow day today. The wind was so light at night that it was hard to steer other than by hand. Usually I sleep down below in the salon (main room of the boat). It is more comfortable there and I have a good view of the radar. I have rigged up some lines to the wind vane so I can pull them and adjust the course and not have to get up.
The wind was light all day - barely 4 knots. I think my average speed is 2 knots. Later this afternoon a squall showed up on the radar about a mile wide. I reefed the sails and prepared for heavy winds. The squall ended up being 3 squalls all together and they passed by with out any problem. The wind has been about 10 knots since then so I am traveling along at about 5 knots once again. The black clouds were totally surrounding my boat which really made for some good video footage.
I had to put down Huck Finn for now. It really needs my full attention because of all the slang and for now I usually fall asleep sometime while I'm reading. Instead I'm reading Joshua Slocum's Sailing Alone Around the World. It is the story of the first solo circumnavigator who set sail from Boston in 1895. This book was a gift from Mike at Anchor's Way Boat Yard in Ventura.
My dad asked me if I was excited about being so close to Hawaii. For me though it is no different than any other day because I am still so far from port. At 2 knots average speed, 300 miles is still pretty far! I'm not desperate to get off the boat at all. I am looking forward to seeing my family and sleeping deeply and eating hot food.
It is really amazing to me that I get so many emails and blog comments. My mom read Grandma Jean's comments from Louisiana tonight. She also told me that there are a lot of people supporting my trip financially. Thank you again everyone for this. Your support has been as much of an inspiration to me as I have been to you.
Cheers,
Zac
posted by Zac at
9:37 PM
72 Comments:
Hey Zac,
Just talked to your Mom and Dad on their porch and of course all of the little ones had to come and see who was there. Brooklin and I dropped of something for your Mom and a little gift of goodies for you from the Nashes!! We wish it could be a whole lot more, but for now just know that you are being thought about and prayed for by us and many others. Have a great night, and enjoy your new book.
Jerry wanted to send you a great book that we have called Alaskan Bear Tales, but it wouldn't fit in the box and it is better to read this book while you are in the woods, not in the middle of the ocean. I won't tell you what book that Kasey suggested that we send to you.
Goodnight,
The Nashes
As usual Zak, you are showing us a great young man, someone we can all be proud of.
We are supporting you because you bring something to us.
Looking forward to hearing about your layover.
Bill
Hey Zac,
Darn, you made such good speed yesterday. Sorry you slowed up today. 300 miles is a ways to go. Thats like driving from LA to SF. Maybe almost as boring as on I-5!
I was just going to buy Joshua Slocum's book yesterday. But I wanted to read The Dove. I hope you enjoy the book and can find things to relate to even though your journey is so high tech and different then an 1895 journey.
Good sleep, hot food, and come on, tell us, how about a hot shower? Are like a contestant on Survivor by now? Will your parents hug you, or scrub you first thing?
Knowing that Hawaii is just a short stop and you will be traveling so far, you have a great attitude about things. Your thoughts have really matured, in just the time since you left MDR. It is possible to see your changes in reading the blog. It's like reading a story and in each chapter of a book and getting engrossed into the plot line.
Of course your not a story in a book, but a real brave and strong individual who everyone now who knows you cares about deeply.
Pick up speed on Tuesday Zac. Have a great day!
Peter
Ahoy mate!
Been following you everyday. You impress me a lot. Others would have been overjoyed at the approach of land after a long time. But you are focused on your goal. Keep it up.
Hubert
Hey Zac,
This is Edward. Chris' older brother. I'm sure you remember me. How've you been? Hey listen...I've been praying for you. Being patient, enduring and persevering are three things that are hard for a lot of people to do when it comes to certain things in life. Here you are doing all 3, but in a much more complicated scenario. It's in the confinements of a boat, all alone, in a massive ocean. That is admirable.
Keep seeking God and He'll show you the way. Have fun in Hawaii for the time that you are there. Keep pressing on! Good Job man.
Take it easy bro!
Edward
Hey Zac,
I have been reading your blog daily and it is so interesting to hear about life on the boat. I can't believe you are already hitting land...well almost. I just wanted to let you know you are definitely in my prayers and I think your journey is amazing. I think I've said that before, but I'd like to reiterate it. So good luck buddy! You are doing amazing! And if you ever have negative thoughts just tell em to sail away, kinda like that enya song. Goodnight for now! I am keeping my fingers crossed for wind.
Maktub, Phoebe
Zac,
keep at it bro! i think that you treid to call me today...i was busy at work and i know you were gonna call me so i left a message on the machine. I'll get in contact with your mom to figure things out....
Aloha!
Will
Hey Zac! I just got a hold of your blog and, boy, you are one adventurous young man. I am a middle school social studies teacher in Louisiana. To teach latitude and longitude coordinates we usually use hurricanes, but I think having the kids follow your progress will much more exciting. We have a huge wall map of the world at our school. We are going to use your location coordinates to plot your progress. We will also use your thoughts on your blog to create writing and discussion prompts in class. Keep a positive attitude and know that you are doing a wonderful thing. We here at Sherwood Middle Academic Magnet are all pulling for you!
Twain U need to read in a St. Louis drawl. He was a funny guy. I don't think he took life too seriously from all acounts. He didn't look for trouble, but it somehow found him. (Days of misspent youth!) He was a rascal. I think U would like the author Jack Lord. He was an old salt and a great writer. He grabbed life by the proverbial "cojones". He lived life large!
Hi Zac
been checkin you out everyday! good that you are doing fine. u are really a great inspiration to me here. now i kinda increased my confidence in exams. lol.
till next time
xoxo
mel
What a pain it must be to get so close to your first stop and then have the wind slow down. =(
Hope it gets better soon so you can finally come in to Hawaii...
Safe journey,
~Kate~
Ive enjoyed following your progress. Not a sailor myself but Ive always been drawn to the water and boats of all kinds. You are making this eduacational for those of us who know very little about what youre doing. Im wondering what you hear at night. I bet there are some times of great silence where you can truly "think". God bless you young man.
Hello Zac,
Please don't worry about the slowing of the winds. Your dealing with mother nature and you never know what is coming next. I'm sure you're very anxious to port in Hawaii and you're really not that far. Keep your journey in mind and just Keep Sailing. You're going such a great job so don't let those winds get you down.
In life we'll have some good days and some bad days. What makes us who we are in this world is how we handle the good days as well as the bad ones. So far your doing a great job and just keep inspiring everyone here on land. We love and admire what you're doing.
By now less than 300 miles to go and you'll get there just Sail On.
Praying for Wind,
Douglas Pistone
Go Zac. I am following your journey from the Cornhusker state of Nebraska.
Pray for parience and the wind will come. You'll be there sooner than you know it!.
Heavenly Father, Help us remember that the jerk who cut us off in traffic last night is a single mother who worked nine hours that day and is rushing home to cook dinner, help with homework, do the laundry and spend a few precious moments with her children.
Help us to remember that the pierced, tattooed, disinterested young man who can’t make change correctly is a worried 19-year-old college student, balancing his apprehension over final exams with his fear of not getting his student loans for next semester.
Remind us, Lord, that the scary looking bum, begging for money in the same spot every day (who really ought to get a job!) is a slave to addictions that we can only imagine in our worst nightmares.
Help us to remember that the old couple walking annoyingly slow through the store aisles and blocking our shopping progress are savoring this moment, knowing that, based on the biopsy report she got back last week, this will be the last year that they go shopping together.
Heavenly Father, remind us each day that, of all the gifts you give us, the greatest gift is love. It is not enough to share that love with those we hold dear. Open our hearts not to just those who are close to us, but to all humanity. Let us be slow to judge and quick to forgive, show patience, empathy and love.
You are doing great Zac! Please tell us Moms, that you'll do your own laundry. LOL!
I spent the day calling Verizon to restore my DSL. Now I wonder what the heck I would do out in the middle of the Pacific? Wondered if you are charging properly now with your solar panels.
I am almost as anxious for Waikiki as you are now. Y'got me holding my breath. Found myself picking up oranges at the store yesterday. I hate oranges.
Fair winds Zac.
Glad to hear you are stopping in Hawaii. Even though you wanted to bypass, it will be a nice quick stop for you. Was thinking about you on the fourth and keeping track on my map. I was thinking that some dried fish might be good for you as well. It's like fish jerkey and it is soooo good. They have plenty of it over there so stock up on it. Keep on sailing on Zac. Chris, Alhambra
Hi Zac
You picked a very good book to read. I have read Joshua Slocum's book now three times in as many years and keep getting more details out of it.
Right now as I said in other comments I am building a Mini Spray like Joshua Slocum's boat but it is only 9 ft 6 inches and have plans to sail it around the world following much of Joshua Slocum's Route that he sailed.
Just me and my little 11 yr old Yorkie "Tina"
See my web site at www.aroundinten.org and you will see my route for my adventure that we hope starts next year in Oct. Have to finish building my Mini Spray named "Joshua S' first. If I make it I will beat Serge Testa's record for sailing the smallest boat around the world. His was 11 ft 8 inches.
Right now you are living the dream of many people and we pray everyday that things are right for your trip. Age here is 66 yrs old and my biggest dream is being the oldest to sail around the world alone but I am way too young for that. I think the current record is with a 80 yr old man.
And you will get the record of the youngest man to sail around the world.
OK on the Donations. I have donated under my Biz name Brimhall Dist and Brew and plan to donate as much as I am able to during your trip.
Fair Winds and Following Seas
Gordon and Tina
I think it's so amazing that your journey is having such an affect on people who are reading your blog daily. I know that I am looking at things different now. The things that I thought were so important have now lost that urgency. I read your blog each morning and find myself wondering how your day's progressing for you. Good luck Zac...
Your in my prayers...
Happy Sailing
i admire you zac i love the sea and all the animals in it i hope that you will make it ok.
Hey Zac,
Now we are reading the same book! My Joshua Slocum is the same copy I read in high school (1967 Rocks!). In all the 'around the world' books I've read, I've always been intrigued by the wind vane. Josh mentions, numerous times, how it keeps his sloop on course, even when he was sleeping. Could you enlighten us as to how this works?
So, the going is slow? Remember our freeways back home? I'd choose going slow on the ocean, and I bet you do, too. It's so exciting to check in everyday and hear your accounts of how and where you are.
It's good to hear in your words that you recognize the joy of living each day, not just waiting for the next 'event'. There are lots of us praying for your safe journey Zac, and that you draw closer to God out in the middle of His Glorious Sea! I think the stars at night are one of the greatest shows on earth, and unlike fireworks, it repeats every night! *With no cloud cover, that is.
Sincere Love,
Tamara
Please tell me someone has sent out a press release about your arrival in Honolulu?
This may seem like a distraction considering your overall adventure; however, for your book to sell and a studio to boost the price for your story, you need every column inch you can get. By the end of your Journey “The Zac Sunderland Story” Needs to be in pre-production at Universal Studios (Ron Meyer are you listening) this story has the makings of a summer block buster in 2010/11. Believe me, this all may sound over the top but what you are doing is nothing short of amazing and in the future you will wish you had exploited every possibility.
Get those releases out and start shopping the treatment to every studio and book publisher. Your mother and father are 30 minutes drive from every major and they should be sitting in the lobby of every one of them with a 16 page treatment until one of the studios writes a check for 250/500 grand. Don’t miss this opportunity, the work needs to begin with your stop in Hawaii with a story in the starbulletin.com/ .
Just a little wake-up call to your publicity machine. If you dont have one, you better get one!
It's time!
Zac-
hope the winds pick up for the way into waikiki. Funny thing, the email from the nashes and the "Alaska Bear Tales" Book. I know half of the people in it, and they're right, it's a better read in the middle of the woods-- not the pacific. Warm winds.
Mike in Kodiak
Sailing's a funny thing... We always pray for wind, but not too much ;) We'll keep it up though! Stay positive. Slocum's book is going to be totally relevant to you!! Enjoy! And start to look forward to a good respite in Hawaii! Can't blame you, I wouldn't pass it up either!
Well Zac I can't wait till you eat a good hot meal. Because once again I have discovered after reading your blog, foods that I don't want to put in my mouth. I tryed the Top Ramen that you are so fond of a few weeks ago and after my first encounter Ramen's are definately not on my menu but yesterday when you announced that you eat Cliff and Lara Bars I just had to hurry the store and try them. They sounded like a ummy candy bars and I had thoughts of cherries and chocolates ooozzing over my taste buds. It was notto be. I can not write my first thoughts on the taste of your nutrition bars on your blog and I do not think God would be happy with me either if I discussed my thoughts. But they do have a good side, they are nutritional and they will give you energy, even if they are packed with cardboard. While the peanut butter (Lara Bar) stuck to the top of my mouth I prayed that the wind will quickly pick up and wisk you on your way so I can hear that fimiliar cry, "Supersize those fries." Charley Hasker
with all due respect to stevenbigbear, i really don't think this story will need much "shopping around", on the contrary, i think they will be turning down offers, but while i might be considered naive, i'd like to think Zac isn't doing this for the money, i'm certain it's not his mom's primary motivation, and besides, all that stuff you mentioned is going to happen anyway, right now i am just mesmerized by this adventure Zac is taking us all on, i think we're gonna need a bigger boat
Rock On Zac
Hi Zac,
Your amazement at the amount of blog comments and e-mails you receive was very touching. I too am amazed each day when I read everyone's comments and suggestions and that they all are given with the purest of intentions of love and caring about your welfare. I'm also happy to see that you have not only brought comments from your fellow citizens here in the US, but also managed to engage the interests and thoughtfulness of people all around the world. If only we could somehow "bottle" all of this goodwill and do something with it....wait...I think you're already doing it!
Let us know when you can see the islands and how that feels. Am happy to hear you'll be getting a hot meal and lots of hugs before you hit the seas again.
Love and prayers -
Melanie in Torrance
Wow! Mike from Kodiak.... My husband Jerry knows half of the people in Alaskan Bear Tales also!!! In fact, he has a few stories that could be in Alaskan Bear Tales!
Wonder if you two know each other?
I just talked to your Mom and they are loading up and heading to the airport, as soon as Ben finishes his bottle. I had to read her Stevenbigbears blog before she left. I AGREE!
Ok, Happy Hawaii! Wish we could be there, but it is near 90 degrees today, so I will look out at our palm tree and think of all you Sunderlands and your grand adventures in Hawaii.
The Nashes
zac - enjoy your rest in hawaii ---we are praying for you.
You said it was nice to know that many people were following your journey, so I thought it would be cool to let you know that I'm following you from Brazil.
I live in Natal, and you'll be sailing by here in your way from Africa to Trinidad and Tobago.. in case you need to stop by for any reason, you have someone to count on.
Wish you the best winds, and hope to be able to sail around some day...
Cheers,,
Breno Galvão
Natal, Brazil
Hi Zac,
I check in about every other day to read your blog and see how things are coming along. Yesterday a colleague of mine was looking over my shoulder, and asked what I was reading. He was not familiar with your story. I was like, "How can you not know about Zac Sunderland and his attempt to go around the world alone by yacht, and he is 16!" I assume everyone knows about you and your journey, well they don’t but I have a feeling one day in the near future the entire world will! And then someday some other guy or maybe girl :) will be reading your book while sailing around the world.
Keep on keepin' on!
Kindest Regards,
Lisa
Hi Zac!
Checking in to read all about your day!
You are a hot topic at my yacht club, we're all amazed and inspired!
Know that you are in thought and prayer each and everyday.
God speed
Anita
Waterloo, NY USA
Zac,
Ever since hearing about your departure on our local news up here in Oregon, I've been reading your blog daily and I have to say, I'm really admirable of you and what you're doing. At 16, I was too busy trying to be perfect at everything I had on my plate, and here you've made the whole world your plate. Thanks for sharing your adventure of a lifetime with us, and I'll keep checking back with you every evening.
Randy in Salem
Zac, In honor of your first stop don't forget to give thanks.
And DON'T take any lava rocks with you!!!
The Lords Prayer in Hawaiian
Ka Pule a ka Haku
E ko makou makua i loko o ka lani,
E ho'ano 'ia kou inoa
E hiki mai kou aupuni;
E malama 'ia kou makemake ma ke honua nei
E like me ia i malama 'ia ma ka lani la.
E ha'awi mai ia makou i keia la, i 'ai na makou no neia la.
E kala mai ho'I ia makou i ka makou lawehala 'ana,
Me makou e kala nei i ka po'e i lawehala i ka makou.
Mai ho'oku'u 'oe ia makou I ka ho'owalewale 'ia mai,
(aka)
E ho'opakele no na'e ia makou i ka 'ino;
No ka mea, nou ke aupuni,
A me ka mana, a me ka ho'onani 'ia a mau loa aku.
'Amene.
Great Sailing Zac,
Seeing Diamond Head come up on the horizon from a boat at sea was one of the most memorable moments of my life! I was 19 and on a big boat going to Vietnam but it was still the most beautiful site I had ever seen to that point. Glad you are taking the time to see the same, it will make sailing on much better and give you a chance to get some much needed rest and supplies. Have some Lau Lau for me and don't forget the poi!! - Good luck and God speed to Oahu. It looks like you will see Hawaii (the big island) first. Let us know which day you first see land again! - Keith
Hi Zac, and hi to all who read this blog each day. I just started reading Sailing Alone Around The World online. If you go to this link, you can choose the format to view it in, complete with the many, many illustrations. I chose to view it with Flip Book, but other choices include DjVu, PDF, B/W PDF, TXT, and HTTP. Enjoy, and the price is right -- FREE !!!
www.archive.org/details/sailingalonearou00slocuoft
Yesterday I sent emails to both the Honolulu Star Bulletin, and the Honolulu Advertiser. I gave them the URL for this website. Hopefully one or both will check it out and let the folks in Hawaii know you're coming Zac. I hope you receive the warm welcome you deserve.
Jim - Boulder Creek, CA
I've been reading your blog everyday and I think you're amazing! I wish you all the best of luck!
I'm not a sailer, but someday I hope to buy myself a boat and go exploring!
Melanie, UT
From one ocean person to another, God speed!
Zac,
You left a boy, and you will return much closer to being a man. Adventure has a way of rubbing off the edges of childhood and moving us closer to manhood.
Press on.
I know you're getting excited about your first stop Zac. I guess you can tell we are too.
Quick note about stevenbigbear's post. I've been in the video and film industry for a lot of years. I've also worked in the media and in marketing. That said, I honestly don't think your ambitions are wealth and fame. I think when you first had this idea, you wanted to be the youngest to sail around the world because you could be. Not very many people have that ability or opportunity. Keep your head up and your goal in front of you. You can do it. I don't even know you and I have every confidence because you've displayed talent, knowledge, instincts, drive and intelligence. I'm sure your parents are confident too, because if they weren't, you wouldn't be doing this.
I say that because I want to say don't worry about the movie. Keep a journal, write down everything, and maybe some day you'll write a book. Certainly what lies ahead will be much more exciting than windless weeks on the water. I'm guessing the video company that has been involved with you may want to put together a documentary, but even then, some of your best memories won't be caught on tape.
Again, keep your head up and your goal in front of you...and be humble. Oh, and most of all, just have fun with it. You may never go around again and the best is yet to come.
Hey Zac...back from a brief vacation, our adventures made me wonder how you were doing on your adventure. Sounds like things are progressing for you. Hawaii will be a great first stop along the way. Endure -- you are amazing!!!
stevenbigbear,
With all due respect, part of the joy of Zac's journey is its innocence. People can come here and cheer for him, pray for him, and dream a lot about such an adventure.
What is wonderful is that he has not become "commercialized" yet. The Zac Sunderland story for most at this point, is that he and his family feel like someone we all know.
Frankly, the Hollywood angle you are pitching, would ruin the whole story. Do we need Zac to be another celebrity? Should he be played by Zac Efron? What you are proposing is the destruction of a great story.
I'm sure the Sunderland's have explored all the possibilities, but will remain focused on the safety of their boy, and the completion of his dream.
I for one would rather read Zac's blog until his journey is complete, and not a commercial version that will destroy the innocence of this brave young man's journey.
Hi There Zac..
I just got in from the back country, and ran to check your progress! Way to go man. You have done great. You are living the dreams of so many. Keep the faith, give thanks to the Lord, and enjoy a rest. Give our best to your parents and family. Aloha Mate!!
Bob
Hey Zac,
I got so excited reading about what you are doing that I decided to join the kids and go on a 10 mile hike to Bony Mtn. It is near where you live, and the view on top was spectacular. I made it to the peak! That was Saturday, and I am just starting to get over the pain.
Thanks,
Jerry
Hello Zac
I've been following your progress with keen interest and wish you well. What an awesome adventure, and what a character-building experience!
Stay safe and God speed.
Supporting you from Fiji
South Pacific
Hi Zac
I am missing my daily dose of long/lat.:-)
Well since somebody activated the press it's probably best to leave everybody in the dark for a few days.
If somebody wants to make a movie let them come to you. You are busy enought to get the boat around the world.
All the best
Axel
No post to see this morning :(
I hope it isn't a reflection of how your recharging/power consumption is going. If it is, just keep turning off the unnecessary stuff and we can wait! If not, I hope everything is well with you, maybe just using your time to catch some needed sleep - or cleaning up & organizing your boat so your parents don't see a mess! (no really - it sounds like you're doing a great job with that!)
I missed hearing about your journey today but the important thing is that everything be okay with you. You've been so (suprizingly!) diligent about posting every day with all the other things you have to take care of and deal with, that you've created an audience of Zac addicts! Now I don't know what to do with myself - how else am I supposed to start my morning?!? :)
Brooke
Raleigh, NC
p.s. the momma part of me is trying not to worry... I know your parents are travelling right now, but maybe in your upcoming busy times at sea (can't post for a few days) your Mom can make a post so people all over the world aren't wringing their hands... or well, maybe just me! On the outside, I can let my boy attempt his own stunts and take his own risks, but that doesn't mean I'm not worrying on the inside!
I too, missed my needed daily dose of sailing talk!
Hi Zac,
It's 12.42 utc on 9th. July and no post as yet. I hope everything's OK.
Oh dear! No doubt many of the folk who are contacting the media on your behalf and suggesting on how you might cash in on your adventure are well-meaning enough but I think they're misguided.
I ask myself how would Zac rather be met in Hawaii? By Mum and Dad and perhaps a friend or two or by a mass of reporters and photographers desperate for an exclusive interview? To me, and I hope you, that's a no-brainer!
Given the choice of being wild and free or rich and famous I know which I'd choose!
If you could drop a hint on your blog as to your thoughts on the subject of fame and fortune and your ultimate goals I, for one, would be fascinated.
I can't help but notice that many of the folk who comment seem deeply religeous so on a balancing note I'll mention that I'm a 100% dyed in the wool atheist.
Truly Zac, good luck.
Tim
Hello Zac,
I'm sure everything is fine and you just didn't have time to blog today. It's amazing how so many of us look forward to reading your daily blogs. It feels strange for me not to see a new blog in the morning when I log into my work computer. Hopefully everything is fine!!!
Let us know how much longer before you reach Oahu??? Please don't forget to visit Hanauma Bay while in Oahu. You'll get a new perspective on how amazing ocean life is below the surface. If you think those amazing salt water aquariums are colorful just take a little snorkel in Hanauma Bay. Believe me you won't regret it. My picture here was taken in Hanuma Bay about three months ago.
Take Care,
Douglas Pistone
MDR, California
Zac,
Didn't hear from you last night...just wanna make sure you are ok...Maybe you made it to Hawaii already?!?! Take care..keep in touch..
I don't want to disappoint you, but there are no In-n-Out places in Hawaii. But...there's a place called Teddy's Bigger Burger in Waikiki, that should fill the void. I'm pretty sure Slocum ate there on his trip.
134 Kapahulu Ave
http://teddysbiggerburgers.com/
Hey,
I just talked to Zac's sister and she just talked to her folks. They have arrived in Hawaii and are waiting for Zac. I am sure that you (we) will all hear from Zac shortly.
All is well.
zac -- hope you make it in to the ala wai harbor today, as planned. rest well. eat well. enjoy your visit with your mom and dad. we are with you all the way, kiddo.
john baker / hollywood/ ca / USofA
I bet today sets a record for the most amount of 'comments'. We are all waiting to hear the good news of Zac's safe land ahoy! in Hawaii.
Tamara
Dear Zac,
My son, Domenic (9-years-old), and I have been following your adventure and wish you the best of luck. Domenic thinks that what you are doing is "really cool." You are truly an inspiration.
Diana Bosetti -- Long Beach, Calif.
Kristi:
Thanks so much for your update. Moms worry about kids...not just their own.
Zac, enjoy your time with your parents. The rest of the hoopla...embrace it, or not.
Michele
Sacramento, CA
Zac,
Even though it's been only a day, I miss reading my daily post.
Enjoy your stay in Hawaii and do a hula for us.
Robin
Kristi,
Thanks for the update, I feel sure that Zac must be in touch with his parents even though he is still out at sea. I wonder if as many people have gone to his blog to read any updates as I have! aloha Zac and family!
Mama Jean
Zac's mom here. For some reason Zac's blogs won't post! We spoke to him last night and this morning. He is doing well but has light winds. Not sure when he will be puliing in here to Waikiki- possibly Friday now? The forecas seems to always say wind in 2 days!! He has a visitir this morning. A Booby bird flew into his main sail and is now sitting in his cockpit quite pleased with himself with apparently no intentions of moving. After a few photos Zac will attempt to move him! We'll see how it goes! I've got an emailinto our wonderful web guys and hope to have the glitches worked out asap.
Thanks,
Marianne SUnderland
Great! I really am at work and I really am working, hahaha! However, this is the 3rd time I have checked Zac's blog today to see what happened yesterday. Good to know everything is as it should be:)
Ciao,
Lisa
Thanks for the update Marianne. My estimations were a Wednesday evening/night arrival at best. Now it sounds like the winds have him practically in a dead crawl. This would certainly be a tough place to be this unfortunate. The anticipation must be grueling. Anyone else who wasn't in his position would certainly be motoring.
I hope Zac made it to Hawaii because nothing was posted here for today 07/09/2008
I watched all the news but didn't see any report.
Good luck and hope you are close to your first land fall
Gordon and Tina
www.aroundinten.org
Oh Duh
I should of read the latest comments from Marianne SUnderland and I would of known the problem.
Happy everything is OK
Gordon and Tina
Lisa, I am also really at work, working... really... ;)... mostly! Glad to hear all is well. Also wanted to report it looks like the RSS feed has been fixed - it updated on my Google homepage earlier today.
A last thing - ClearPoint has a section for Zac on their website
http://www.clearpointweather.com
that shows his position (when I checked before it was @ 1.5 days behind) and their current wind readout in his area - one of the same displays that Zac sees? It's incredibly sophisticated - how long did it take you to learn what all that means, Zac?
Happy landfall!!!
Brooke
Raleigh NC
Brooke - Thanks for the heads up about clearpoint. Really cool info!
Marianne - Thanks for the update!
All us moms worry even about kids that don't belong to us. ;-)
Enjoy your visit and give Zac a GREAT BIG HUG from all of his bloggers.
xoxo
Dawn
Zac,
After reading your mom's comment, I could not help but wonder how many people were googling "Boobie Bird" today!
Enjoy your visit, rest up and know we are all here for you.
Love,
Don, Sandy, Roxanne, Cassie
Well, while Zac's family is travelling to Honolulu, I thought some of you may be interested in the winds that are propelling Zac along. I can't help myself for overdoing this, but I have overlayed some wind patterns into a Google Earth file I have been working with. The images are taken today from StormSurf.com. The file can be obtained here. It's a .kmz formatted file.
In the sidebar, you can click on the Wind Patterns item, and under that click on the StormSurf Wind Forecast. It shows winds today around Hawaii are light, but will pick up over the next couple of days, and then become light again.
You can also turn the wind pattern images on and off by working with the check boxes in the sidebar. (I would be interested to know if these are accurate or not.)
It appears to be working right now, but if I see any problems, I'll make sure it's running when I get off work.
Jim
WOW!! It's a relief to hear that all is well with Zac! It won't be long now! Hot meal, hot shower, hugs and kisses and a REAL BED! As soon as I send this, I too, will be googling "boobie bird!" :)
Looking forward to when Zac's Blog is up and running again!
Nancy
You are not eating hot food? What are you eating - cookies?
Hey ZAC -
I heard your blog was getting some criticism. Don’t listen to negative feedback. I read your blog everyday which has become part of my morning thing (after my coffee of course). What your doing is really cool and amazing and will be something you can share with your family and friends for years to come. My only regret is not being in your SHOES!!!
Take Care and KEEP SAFE.
Grayson Family, Londonderry, NH
I've been following your journey so far and will continue until you accomplish your feat. It's amazing what you are trying to do. Good Luck Zac!
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