N 25 04 53, W 77 18 99, Nassau

We had a great sail from Lucaya to Bullocks Harbor in the Berry Islands. 15 to 20 knot winds all day with 4-6 foot waves. It sure felt good to get the sails up and get a good heel on Johesa. She was like a race horse out of the gates, we averaged 7.5 knots and hit 9.2 knots. You power boaters may not be impressed but it is good speed for us. And the best part is we didn't use any fuel.
Made it Bullocks Harbor and were stuck there for 5 days with high winds out of the East. We had good protection where we were anchored but 20-30 knots winds start to get on your nerves after awhile. The rides to shore for dog walking were pretty wet. I did get the snorkel gear out for the first time. The water is unbelievably clear and getting better the further out we get.
On the way to Nassau we were finally able to catch some fish that you might actually want to eat. The green one is a Mahi Mahi and the other is a Wahoo. I caught a Barracuda also, not good eating, but something ate half of him before I landed it. They put up a lot less fight that way. Cleaning your catch is quite messy on-board while sailing. We are getting much better at it but the first one was like "what are we going to do with this thing, what is it, and can we eat it"? We are getting a system down but the cockpit is still a mess when we are done but the freezer is getting full.
We will leave Nassau on Thursday for the Exumas and points south. It has been fun here, we spent Christmas with some cruising friends we met along the way. It was nice but we kind of missed the cold and snow, not a lot but kind of. We especially missed our family and friends over the holidays but there are many people in the same boat, so to speak, so we can get together and talk of home.
Until next year, this is Johesa clear.
Love Bill and Cindy