About Us

Written February, 2010

Crossing the Pacific Ocean has been my dream since I was in Junior High School. With a little luck, on April 1, 2010, this dream will begin for real.

Why now?

For years before my father died, we talked of crossing oceans together. Just before he was wheeled into the operating room, I wished him luck. He looked up and said, “of course I am going to make it, we have oceans to cross.” He was later taken way before his time. We never crossed an ocean together. Since he died at such an early age, I have had a kind of ‘death fear’. I have been determined to reach for my dreams when I could. As they say, “You never know what is going to happen to you. Do it while you can.”

There is no “good” time to make a long passage. There are always complications, other things that need to be done, and family to be concerned about. This year seems to be one of those ‘lesser of evils’ times. Mother is slowing, but seems stable and healthy. My girls are scattered across the country, and each is established in their chosen area and lifestyle. Bear is at an age where he can appreciate the adventure and is succeeding with home schooling. We have planned our crossing at the time of year when the weather is usually the best.

I am coming up on 60 this year, and have high hopes my body will cooperate. Recent setbacks, especially with my old back, have been a concern. However, I am confident I will be ready and strong for the passage.

It is normal that family and friends have concerns about us being gone for a number of months or are worried about us out on the great big ocean. We have the best boat built, we are experienced, and we have a strong crew for the long passage.

The far reaches of the South Pacific Ocean used to be very remote and ‘out there’. Today, civilization has arrived along with cruise ships, resorts, airports, and cruising boaters. Internet is a normal part of life in the cities and we will have frequent wifi and email. Our boat is also equipped with a satellite phone that gives us worldwide communications and email. When we are at sea, we check our email daily, can receive emails, regular phone calls and even text messages.

It’s time.