Bequia’s sailing adventure

Greetings all:
Well, we’re heading for the stable with the bit in our mouth!  Our current position is N37deg 36′ X W134deg 00′.  Just about 550 miles out.  The plan is to head up to latitude 38 and then hang a right for the Gate.  This allows a nice, slightly downwind angle coming in which will be good for crew comfort and easier on the boat.  The forecast is for winds in the 30 knot range out of the north, which is pretty typical as I understand.  The crew and skipper are all looking forward to getting home and seeing family.  No predictions yet on arrival time.  There are just too many variables. I will say, however, that we have been enjoying a stiff breeze out of the north at 15 -20 knots all last night and today.  This has given us the second highest daily average of 150 miles.
An update on the engine cooling problem:  the last few days have seen us using the engine without a drop of added coolant.  Gremlins you say?  I still think Murphy will find a way if there is an opportunity, but for now the problem seems to have subsided.  All other systems on the boat are go.
That’s it for now …
Roger & Pam
P.S. Love to all our family!  We miss you all!  Happy 90th Dad!!