Tuesday 16 Nov, re-launch 2021, HHN day 48: Installed the new deck hatch. Painted more antifoul. Bled the hydraulic outhaul piston. SailRite comes out, to start sewing jobs. Busy day in wonderful…

Monday 15 Nov, re-launch 2021, HHN day 47: All day clearing cockpit and re-packing cockpit locker, and test run emergency bilge pump. As we are poised to launch this week, it’s about…

Saturday & Sunday 13-14 Nov, re-launch 2021, HHN days 45 & 46: Final must-do’s before launching this coming week: anchor chain up, gas locker reinstated, final generator test after fixing leaks, more…

Friday 12 Nov, re-launch 2021, HHN day 44: Replacing water pump pressure switch. Installing new gypsy. Removing foredeck Lewmar hatch and stripping varnish from the trim. Evening fighting the pressure sphere. We…

Thursday 11 Nov, re-launch 2021, HHN day 43: Finishing ceramic coating, fighting FedEx for claim, evening with plumbing fitting the new shower rail for our bathroom. The first part of the morning…

Wednesday 10 Nov, re-launch 2021, HHN day 42: Applying the new ceramic. Received FedEx packages at long last, but key items have escaped from the box! During breakfast, an email arrives from…

Tuesday 9 Nov, re-launch 2021, HHN day 41: Success with FedEx. New ceramic on the way. Test-start the Volvo and generator. First thing in the morning it’s the usual trying to get…

Monday 8 Nov, re-launch 2021, HHN day 40: Ceramic coating on hull continues. Challenges with FedEx. Car swap. Gift of Bourbon. Outboard bracket installed. Possible change-of-mind regarding ceramic. Monday morning and we…