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13 October 2007

A few of my favourite things…

Sharon helming on course whilst dancing to the music. Justyn covering the first hour of our shared mother watch. An e-mail from home. Aidan ever present, everywhere and always willing to help. A fine red wine. Al’s pizza, from scratch. V’s freshly baked bread, from scratch. Ice cream. Fish and chips at the pub. Tony’s positive attitude and hard work. Perfect spinnaker trim against a blue sky. Bob’s pictures of his trees. Orange juice. Visiting the school children at St. Michael’s in Liverpool. Dolphins. Barry on the grinder with me, my arms just along for the ride. My new grandson, Micah. Saturn’s brilliance in the night sky. French toast with cinnamon. Dave announcing, “Dave on deck”. Shade. A fresh breeze, below decks. Sailing with my brother. Jerry fixing (insert name of boat part) that we’ve broken. Clean hair. Nate’s joy sitting at the end of the spinnaker pole. JR’s wit and wisdom, he makes me laugh and smile everyday (good luck Kate). All my new Clipper friends as they have already expanded my view of the world. A real shower. A cold pint with my mates. A spinnaker repair, when it is finished. The support of Gary’s family and friends, especially Ed (please check the rain gutters and moss) and Pattie, Sarah, Celeste, Karrington, his daughters Kristina and Michelle, son-in-law Danny, baby Micah, mom (world’s best) and wife, Linda, without whom this adventure would not be possible.

Gary “Big Bird” Purdom, New York

1. martin, poole 15 October 2007

Go for it Jerry I:m watching you all the way

2. Ed K, Denver 16 October 2007

Gary, received an e-mail from K and she is already enjoying it !
Sounds like your life experience is broadening--go for it ed

3. Micah, Morro Bay, Ca 16 October 2007

Beautiful! A good reminder that this is all about the experience, whether your in first or last! We love you!

Micah’s Greatest Mom

4. Jo, London 16 October 2007

Great to hear from you. Loads of people watching New York and the most spectacular crew in the race - Love to everyone - Jo x

5. Team Sky, Osterley 16 October 2007

JR’s Wit and Wisdom???????

6. Elizabeth Corwin, Seattle, WA 16 October 2007

Hey Gary, congratulations for living out your dream! Dick Burke told me about the web site and your participation, so I passed it along to a few old “II” friends. We will be watching and cheering for you. Enjoyed your blog!!

7. Dean Rappleye, 16 October 2007

EC was kind enough to spread the word about your circumnavigation race. I’m so envious - you get to experience this awesome adventure on the open ocean with the wind in your face, while we, the less fortunate, work at our jobs and only dream about what you’re doing. Now that I know what you’re up to, I’ll be following your progress and rooting for you and your team.

Wishing you smooth, fast and safe sailing!

Dean Rappleye

8. Eve, Bristol 16 October 2007

Go Aidan! and Go New York!
Thinking of you everyday, I can’t wait to hear your stories when you are back on terra firma.
Miss you matey. Bock!
E

9. Keith, Issaquah, WA 16 October 2007

We are following your progress. We’re rooting for you. Safety, adventure and fun.

10. Gary and Gail, Boise, ID 17 October 2007

Glad you’re having a great time - what an adventure! We’ll be watching your progress!

11. Bob T-D Lees, Bethesda, MD 17 October 2007

Yo New York-
Keep up the good progress. TC I argue over whether you are looking forward more to the pint or the shower. Fortunately, you’ll get both very soon.

12. ed, salem or 18 October 2007

gutter… check; moss… check (as much as that’s possible in seattle). I look forward to the latest Clipper “New York” news and share your dreams and adventure through you. Welcome to LAND!!! I hope you’re ready for it!

13. Lesley Reith, Wirral, UK 18 October 2007

Hi all
Bet you are all looking forward to a cold beer when you get into port. Wish we were there to buy you all one!
Lesley & Ian WCSC

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