Just got done binge watching from the beginning. Y'all have had quite the adventure. I'm glad you had the chance to drop by Seattle. The Pacific Northwest is an amazing place to visit. There is also a fair bit of beautiful islands to go sailing around here as well. If you ever make it back up here, and on a boat, take some time to explore the islands. Yes the water is cold and not quite as blue as a lot of people are seeking but the water has its own forests that it hides. There is good fishing as well. We may not have lobsters (or as you call them prawns) we do have crabs. Along with a whole host of other shell fish. If you do bring Catalpa II up here just keep in mind that the water is deep and the tidal swing is huge. So a lot of anchor chain and some good passage planning would be a good idea.

Well think I have rambled on long enough. The yard work is almost over and you will be back in the water before you know it. Fair winds and following seas when you do.