Mason 43 Ketch: Artemis

We would love it if you would add to this guestbook we are keeping. Feel free to ask us questions or just say hello!

Hi, I am now in 6th grade! Just wanted to see where you are and if your having fun! Love, Keeley Meier (former student,last ones before trip)
Keeley Meier <keke1614@yahoo.com>
Savage, MN USA

Hi Sally and Al! The world keeps getting smaller. Not only did we meet you in Cartagena, then run into you again in Rhodes, then sail with you on the EYMR, but it turns out my Mom's cousin taught your son for sixth grade. Small world. Hope you guys are having a great time in the Black Sea. Twixter is cruising Croatia right now and will make our way to Marmaris for winter. Where will you keep Artemis? We have signed up for the EMYR next year and hope to start in Istanbul. Hope we get a chance to catch up along the way. Take Care, Cathy
Cathy
USA

hello prebyls its betsy i have never seen your site all this time. saw bob at marina gstting ready to go to ilse royle on friday i see them not very often but iam so glad i got your site ive looked through the months and what a dream come true for you i hope to tune in and see how your trip and lives are doing i sold windancer about 3 years ago and really miss my boat but the 13 yrs she and i had together will never be forgotten. sail on betsy
betsy warnygora <betsy4418@charter.net>
duluth mn, mn USA

We enjoyed meeting you both in Balchik, Bulgaria over the 4th of July weekend. Great to talk with Americans and hearing of your travels and adventures. We wish you smooth and safe sailing. Hope you enjoy Romania and Ukraine.
Mick and Pauline Roberts <mjrob5502@yahoo.com>
Tarpon Springs, FL USA

Just wanted to send our congratulations on your brand new Granddaughter Madison Mary Pribyl!! She is a beauty. Josie saw her on Skype and kept saying that she wanted to hold her. Enjoy your travels - see you in 4 months.
Laura Sarzoza <lsarzoza@comcast.net>
Cottage Grove, MN USA

How lovely to have your posts again :) I do so enjoy them. The Greek villages you've been going to sound absolutely delightful. How wonderful that you're able to live a dream. Enjoy, and happy sailing!
Julie <lacyhouse@frontiernet.net>
USA

Let's all keep moving around, looking for people who love to love people, and parties are delightful and not hurtful. And the love is genuine to do each other good.
Bonnie Ann Burns <bonnieburns1@yahoo.com>
Milwaukee, WI USA

I've been following your voyage from the beginning, and have enjoyed reading your log very much. I'm having withdrawal symptoms now that you're not posting regularly. You must have lousy internet access, or you are just so darn relaxed from following the wind (and your mood) that posting your log on-line is the farthest thing on your mind (I'd be in that camp). Rest assured, that there are some of us out here sitting in our arm chairs following along with you on your travels and have been enjoying the trip very much. I look forward to your postings again when you're able. Happy sailing!
Julie <lacyhouse@frontiernet.net>
USA

Just got your website from MaryAnne Gibson Allen. I wrote back to tell her that when I hear about adventurers like you, I never quite believe it. But then I find out it's being done by a PB alum!! You are envied from afar by: Clara Rooker, PBCS Class of 1968
Clara McIver <crmciver@yahoo.com>
Tabernacle, NJ USA

Hi guys, good to see that you made it back to Kemer. When are you heading out? We will be leaving Marmaris/Netsel marina by mid April and we will be heading direction Alanya. Is there a chance we might bump into you???!!! Sure hope so, love B&;G
Gerry & Brigitte Stuurop on SY Octopus <gbstuurop@gmail.com>

Hi again Mrs. Pribyl, Did i tell you that i was in the school spelling bee and i won!!! I went to the district bee and i got to the 4th round. I missed out on the word recommend i spelled it reccomend. i miss you Love, Keeley
Keeley Meier <keke1614@yahoo.com>
Savage, mn USA

Hi Mrs.Pribyl, Hope you had a great Christmas! What did you do?? Are you having fun? I have Mrs. Holden for 5th grade. She's really nice. So are you. Well I got to go. Hope you have fun! Love, Keeley
Keeley Meier <keke1614@yahoo.com>
Savage, mn USA

Hi guys, nice website! Glad to read that you liked the EMYR, thought you might, we sure did! We are enjoying our winter in Marmaris / Turkey, early January we will head towards Antalya and we will stop off at Kemer! For an update on our season please check our website! Stay safe, c u, B&;G on SY Octopus l
Gerry & Brigitte Stuurop <gbstuurop@gmail.com>

Hello, hello . . . wow what an adventure!!!! I am so jealous, good luck to you.
bob hameister <roberthameister@stromproducts.com>
Chicago, IL USA

Hey Sal & Ally: I was thinking about you over the weekend, for no particular reason, and thought I would check in on your website to see where they heck you are. My, my! You've been on that boat so long, MY legs are getting rubbery. We're getting ready for the Democratic National Convention which starts next week here in Denver. Michaela got a ticket to see Obama's acceptance speech in Mile High Stadium. Should be a memorable event. Stay afloat! Mark
Mark Welch <mark@welchbox.com>
Denver, CO USA

Hi, Sorry i havn't talked to you in a while, my computer is down. I'm down here at the library. I reall miss you. I've had a great summer. Just yesterday i found out who my teacher is, Mr.Zupke. I got my MCA results too. 96% on mathmatics and 94% on reading, no joke!!! I had too use a faulty e-mail to talk to you, sad. If you sent me any e-mails I didn't get them. I have a minute left so i have to log off, goodbye. You have a terrific rest of a trip. I'll talk to you soon again. sincerely, Anthony Scheller
anthony scheller <a.shelr@yahoo.com>
savage, mn USA

Hi Sally and Al! I ran into Cathy Dehn a couple of weeks ago and she told me about your great adventure! and then I just saw Maggie this morning and she gave me your website address. Tom and I are so jealous!! Thanks for having this site so we can enjoy your travels vicariously! -- Sandy
Sandy Halling Walsh <sanwalsh@comcast.net>
St. Paul, MN USA

Hi Mrs. Pribyl, Are you having fun on your trip??? When are you coming back? Love, Keeley Meier
Keeley Meier <keke1614@yahoo.com>
Savage, mn USA

Hey Sally and Al, I should have checked this sooner!! I love the website and I'm excited to see your upcoming travels. I hope all is well with both of you and that each days is a blessing! I'll send you wedding pictures soon, or have mom or pat do it once the cd is back. Talk to you soon! Love ya, Shelly and Eric
Michelle (Shelly) and Eric <jjelms@hotmail.com>
Eagan, MN USA

Just checking in with you. Your latest adventure (the rally) is great. We update our boating friends in our Red Wing Marina on your adventure all of the time. They think it is great as well. All is well in Burnsville. John & Mary G.
John & Mary <jgehrke@att.net>
Burnsville, MN USA

Hi, You are doing a great job on your site. Kron's sister Kim was just yachting in the Greek Islands for her husband Garry's b-day. Kron and I had so many plans to do a lot of traveling. I was just in Alaska for a 30 hr layover and took a bus and cruise through the Prince William Sound. It wasn't a full flight so he could of got on. He retired in Oct 07. He had chest pains at 11:00pm on 04/17 and after they gave him a couple sprays of nitro he felt better and walked from our house to the ambulance. He arrested about a mile from our house. He had no heart problems so they think it was a blood clot. I changed and followed in the car, thinking I'm bringing him home after he gets a check up.I still can't believe it, the boys and I miss him terribly. I was with Kron for 41 years!! I'm so glad I was home. He was always asking about your adventures. Now he's an angel with Frankie watching over you. Enjoy and keep your love! your cuz, Margi
Margi Kronquist <margikronquist@yahoo.com>
Maple Lake, MN USA

Whats this I hear? Mike & a dancing girl? Next time I see you you will have to fill me in, you old devil, you!!!!!Does Judy know about this? Haha! LOve, Joe & Jeanne
Joe Smits
USA

Hello Mike,hope allis well in Syria Bob l and i will be going to Madeline this weekend i offered to help him paint is boat far as im concerned your not missing anything around here be safe and wishing you clear skys light wnds and warm water seeya bernie
Bernie <bdischinger@yahoo.com>
Plymouth, Mn USA

Hi Mike! Glad you gotaboard safely. Been thinking of you & the rest of the crew. Watta great adventure----will follow your next journey all the way home. Smooth sailing & fair winds all the way! Love, Joe & Jeanne
Joe Smits <smittyandj@aol.com>
Nampa, ID USA

Hey great site! You are doing what I can only dream of right now!! I would love to be able to sail the world as you do! keep up the great adventure! David blueacresyachting.com
David <skipperdave1@gmail.com>
chattanooga, tn USA

Hi Al & Sally, I have enjoyed looking at your website tonight. Well done! We're going to Jamaica the end of March for my birthday. Can't wait. This has been a long cold winter. Carl got a 12 week sabatical so this summer we'll be taking Running Free thru the Great Lakes again out to Montreal where we'll leave it for the winter. What are your plans after Turkey? You didn't run into our sailing friends Ses & Malcolm around there whose boat is named Bacardi, did you? Take care & sweet sailing, Joyce
Joyce <cberdie@yahoo.com>
Minneapolis, mn USA

Hi - We followed your journey across the ocean and haven't looked you up for awhile. Enjoyed your pictures. What a trip you two are having. Have a safe journey home.
Jim & Dee Krautbauer <jimdeekraut@yahoo.com>
USA

Your cousin Barb & husband Denny gave me your website while visiting my brother Maurice & wife Phyllis in Englewood. I am enjoying the site.
Harold Anderson <handerson@wi.rr.com>
Greenfield , WI USA

Hi Al & Sal, Remember the great times we had Scuba diving in Lake Superior. You had great ideas and dreams. Enjoy and may God keep you safe.
Nick Loch <loch@nexengroup.com>
White Bear Lake, MN USA

Just checking the log and checking in with you guys. Looks like all is well. We remain jealuos. Cooooold here so we are heading to Jamaica. We will stay in tune with your travels. John & Mary
John & Mary <jgehrke@att.net>
Burnsville, MN USA

Finally looked at your website. WOW!! You are having the adventure of a lifetime and the wonderfully photographed countries you have been in are great to view. I thought you were going to be gone a year not 2+ years!! Looking forward in the future to watching your adventures. You're in our favorites now. ENJOY, STAY SAFE. Cousin Barb and good old Denny
Barb Frank <dennyfrank@comcast.net>
Englewood, FL USA

Hi Sally& Al I was just thinking of you two, so I just hit your web page to see how your trip was going.Looks like your are having a great time well hello from Burnsville
Harpo <d.hautman@redlionliquors.com>
USA

Very inspiring. Thanks for sharing. We just agreed it was time we began the process of cashing-in and taking off for a while. The Mason 43 is very appealing to us. Are you pretty happy with her? She's gorgeous! Calm winds and smooth seas, Eric Dobbyn
eric + lisa dobbyn <eandldobbyn@aol.com>
charleston, sc USA

Hi Mrs. Pribyl, How are you? Are you enjoying your trip?I hope you have a good Christmas!Are you getting snow? We are getting lots of snow.I haven't gone sledding yet because last year my innertube blew away and my other sled is heavy and I'm so light that someone would have to grab the string and run down the hill really fast.But the good thing is that I have a hill in my backyard and it's really fun to go down. Happy Holidays!!! Love, Keeley Meier
Keeley Meier <meithom@cs.com>
Savage, MN USA

Hello Godparents! Finally dropped in to say "hi." I saw your website on Chris' facebook and thought,"you know, I never did check it out." Obviously you guys are having a great time. Yay! Happy belated Thanksgiving! Lotsa love- Candy
Candy <i_eat_sugar@yahoo.com>
Burnsville, MN USA

hi, how are you
lucas
WAVERLY, Minnesota USA

is it fun
lucas
WAVERLY, mn USA

Hi, !!THIS IS FOR MRS.PRIBYL!! I havn't talked to you in awhile and I am not busy so I figured I could type to you. i miss you alot and there is still another year & a half left. i realy hope you are having fun. I got to see the spelling bee on Friday. I knew all the words but two. i just learned how to yo-yo today. it is such a great felling. did i tell you, I got an electric guitar for my birthday. I am in guitar lessons along with that. My instructors name is Johnny. He makes everything so easy and it is still super hard. I am getting tired so I am going to log off.
Anthony Scheller <ajshelr@hotmail.com>
Savage, MN USA

Al & Sally, Artemis is a fantastic looking Mason. I also have a Mason 43 Ketch, hull number 77 her name is Raindancer. I am currently in the BVI but have plans to follow in your wake in two or three years. I will keep an eye on your website, keep safe....Kevin
Kevin Sutter <kevin@svraindancer.com>
Lawton, OK USA

Hi Sally and Al, We are 2 of the 8 friends you met in the islands of Greece in Sept. We had a great time sailing, cut our trip a little short due to the continued high winds but had a wonderful time. Was great talking with you and hearing about your adventures, since you are doing what we are planning to do in the next couple of years! It can be done!! Have great sailing adventures, we will continue to follow you on your travels through your blogs, keep the great stories comming. Vicki and Larry Byers
Vicki and Larry Byers <elbye@verizon.net>
Mukilteo, WA USA

Hi, Al and Sally: As I wrote in another email sent to me by Valerie, I'm wondering if you ever received your education placque from HVVS&PS;? AND, when are you returning to Minn.? We/d love to have you speak at a HV squadron meeting. (Jim and Linnea Wise spoke last fall about their Circle Trip. Now we have to have you . . . ) I see your test message from April 24, Sally, but I can't tell if you're really in Minn. I enjoyed the school children's messages to you. (Harry Potter was too boring? Wow . . . I've read each book twice . . . and can't wait for the final installment.) Also enjoyed the last log entry about your dining out . . . octopus, et al. Yummy! Look forward to hearing from you. HV is hosting the District 10 Summer Rendesvous July 6-8, 2007. If you're in the USA, hope you can come. Valerie says you're attending a son's wedding this summer? Best regards, Clare Cox SEO - Hiawatha Valley Sail & Power Squadron Red Wing wildsplash@comcast.net
Clare Cox <wildsplash@comcast.net>
Red Wing, MN USA

hi Mrs.Pribyl, I know you are having a lot of fun.Bye keeley Meier
Keeley Meier
savage, MN USA

Happy St. Patricks Day
TomFraher Sr. <Tomfraher@gmail.com>
cayuga, NY USA

Hi Guys Wednesday. Just wanted to say Hi and seeif this works. love Dad
Tomfraher ,sr.
USA

Hello Aunt Sally and Uncle Al, Hope all is well with your trip, sorry we missed you when you were home. I just showed off your site to my classes. They are amazed by it. Have a GREAT day and don't drink to much of that Italian wine. Love ya, T.J.
T.J. Fraher <Tfraher@scs.cnyric.org>
Marcellus, NY USA

Mrs. Pribyl I Want to find Corsica pics but your web updates wont let me. I click corsica and sardeenya but then I get a Page Not Found. What should I do?
Dillon Kaiser Mrs. Pribyl D.C.T. muskateer <Kaiserd4@msn.com>
Savage, MN USA

Mrs. Pribyl, On your website iwent to Find Us and i found you but what does satillite mean?????????????????????????????????????????
Keeley Meier
Savage , MN USA

Dear Mrs. Pribyl, It's me Keeley again. Thanks for writing me back.So where are you now and what Harry Potter book are you on now?? Do you know that after the school news they have a little show about you called Mrs. Pribyl's Sailing Adventure??? It's really cool!!! Love,Keeley
Keeley Meier <meithom@cs.com>
Savage, MN USA

Hello Teacher Friend Sally (and Al), Here I am at my little house in Mound. I was up half the night with a sick little girl and since I am stuck here today my jobs are to clean, do laundry, and do lots pretending with the girls. What a joy to take a break from my sweat pants and escape to Europe via the Pribyls. I am so amazed by your itinerary and pictures. It has been fun to see your dream of sailing across the ocean come true. You are an inspiration to us all. I am proud to know you! It's nice to know there is more life after mommyhood. Eat some fish spaghetti for me. Love, Teleen Saunders
Teleen Saunders <teleen@web1234.com>
Mound, MN USA

Hi Mrs.Pribyl, How are you doing?I am fine. So how are the Harry Potter Books? I tried reading one but I stopped because it was to boring. Do you enjoy being on aboat for along time but I know you stop to get food. I can't type any more Because I have to eat dinner . Love, Keeley
Keeley Meier <meithom@cs.com>
Savage, MN USA

Hi Al & Sally, People in the sailing group have been following your reports - mighty jealous we all are! It sounds like a wonderful trip. I am planning the January and February meetings for our group - any chance I could talk you into doing a presentation for us while you are here? We would have the meeting scheduled to make it easiest for you to attend! Vicki McEvoy
Vicki McEvoy <nokomis_sail@yahoo.com>
Minneapolis, MN USA

Hey neighbor hope things are going well. Looks like you are having a great time wish we were there with you getting cold here now. have some nice pictures on here keep up the good work and time. Take care and hope to hear back from ya all soon Corey
Corey D. Pressgrove <cd.pressgrove@comcast.net>
Burnsville, mn USA

Hi Mrs. Pribyl. I have been following you on your journey and i looks like you are having so much fun. I can't wait to see you when you return. Thanks for sending me the postcard from Ireland. Have a great time in Italia... Sincerely, Ian
Ian Harris <harrisclan@mchsi.com>
Savage, MN USA

Just a quick note before work to say hi. I'm Tom's neighbor from across the street from him. Keeping track of what looks like a wonderful trip you're having. Pictures a really great. Hope everything goes well for you. Fred
Fred Alfreds <fmalfred@adelphia.net>
Skaneateles , NY USA

Hola, I just caught up with the Artemis log book and especially enjoyed reading about your adventures in Spain! The markets sound wonderful. Thinking of you and wishing you fair winds for all your travels in the Med... Judy and Larry
Judy Taylor <carpentertaylor@yahoo.com>
Minneapolis, MN USA

Mom has been reading your adventure and told me you saw a shark. What kind of shark do you think it was? Sean R. Miller
Sean Miller <michellemiller@battlefoundry.net>
Savage, MN USA

Hi guys sound like your having a great time. Ive e-mailed you a few times,not sure if you got them.Things busy here with the fall season upon us.Enjoy the moment love ya both Tom
Tom <tmhhi936@netscape.net>
Skaneateles, ny USA

Enjoying following your trip via the log book.
Ken Hillary <ken.hillary@kv.com>
Eden Prarie, MN USA

Many greetings from Moraira/Spain - we had a nice talk! We wish you further on a great, successful and unique voyage - especially much fun, interesting impressions and lots of friendly people. Martina & Roberto
Roberto & Martina <r.moll@wanadoo.es>
Moraira, Spain

Met you at Katlynn Marine preparing for your departure. Enjoying your reports. Keep them coming. Looking forward to pictures. Stay safe and have fun. B&;B
Bob & Brenda <Siestados@aol.com>
Sodus Bay , NY USA

Congratulations on 100 days at sea.
Brad Hagen <brahag@safeco.com>
Eagan, mn USA

Well guys, I've given up on trying to contact with email. I have no idea if I'm sending it correctly. It doesn't come back. I keep meaning to call Patrick P. and find out how... but I never get to it! So the world gets to read my private thoughts! Sam has taken to "big school" like a fish to water :-) He's found a niche for his humor, creativity, and love to talk! He's in love with his teacher... 25, blond, sweet.... He's taking jazz and tap dancing(another step towards becoming his idol Dick Van Dyke. Bert in Mary Poppins is his goal!) His piano teacher thinks he's wonderful( I watched 2 weeks and saw him pick up everything and quiz her on her life! It drove me crazy!I sit in the car now :-)Grant has been a super volunteer, helping set up computers etc. Bronzie the golden retriever died in July... layed down in the shade and never got up! We're glad we adopted the miniature schnauzer last spring, Jazzy has eased our loss with another to love. Sammy spins quite a tale about Grandma and Bronzie in heaven... we have many a long reminice when a song, or story, or... reminds him of Grandma...we so miss Grandma and Grandpa in our everyday life! I've missed the back to school phone calls about our new groups of kids Sally! There's always a story to tell there!I'm so glad your journy is exciting and full of adventure. I wish I could be a fly on the sail! Take care, we love you, Brigid, Sam, and Grant
Brigid <brigidschultz@hotmail.com>
Cape Coral, FL USA

Hi Sally & Al Been reading your adventures. Makes Boating on the Mississippi seam pretty tame. All is well in the neighborhood. We will keep following your travels.
John & Mary Gehrke <jgehrke@att.net>
Burnsville, MN USA

Hello Sally and Al. Such travels you are having. I enjoyed your Ireland photos and your stories of Spain. Sally hand the camera to Al. I want more pictures of you! Day 1 at MWS came and went. Lunch is quieter without you. Have the time of your life! Autumn in Minnesota......Helen
Helen Schwartzhoff & Bob Boyd <sethnoah2@comcast.net>
Burnsville, MN USA

Hi, Steve is jealous that you are having beer floats. Looked at your pictures of Dingle, Ireland. They were beautiful. Looks like you are having a great time. We'll check in again when Steve's thinks of it again. Steve and Rose
steve and rose mead <rosemeadreading@yahoo.com>
savage, mn USA

Hi Sally, Just thinking about you with the first week of school starting,wondering if you miss any of it. Looks like you guys are doing fine and having fun. Just be safe and enjoy yourself.
tammy kappes <tammykappes@frontiernet.net>
eagan , mn USA

Greetings Pribyls!, We've been enjoying your website. The pictures are fabulous. Brian was married last week. Wish you could have joined us. It was great to see Chris again and it was very nice to meet Mary. Your voyage sounds wonderful, I envy you two. Take care.
Jay & Janet Sorlie <jsorlie@comcast.net>
Burnsville, MN USA

Greetings Pribyls: I guess I'll have to let you know that your'e invited to my 40th birthday party, too bad you'll be out of town, you'll just have to celebrate in my honor on 9/21. I was busy doing my parent "homework" tonight and noticed that Katelyn's English teacher is named: Bridget Pribyl at Brooklyn Jr. High any relation? Take care, Sherene Peterson
Sherene Peterson <sherene_p2000@yahoo.com>
BP, MN USA

Happy belated birthday Sally and happy anniversary to you both. Sounds like you are really enjoying this trip as well you should. What a great way to remember your anniversay. I'm sure it was great to see Pat and Nikki and have the time you did with them. It is great to hear your wonderful stories of your views and experiences. Our roof is totaled from the hail storm here in town and could use some of your professional advice, but I'm sure you don't need to be bothered with thinking about work. I'm sure we'll get through it. Wishing we were there as well. Love Pat & Carol
Pat & Carol <patrickfraher@hotmail.com>
Northfield, MN USA

Hello Sally and Al! We've been in Portland about a week for Ingrid and Warren's wedding. Warren is a wonderful addition to the family. This morning we delivered them to the airport for their honeymoon in Spain (Barcelona). It was a full weekend of wedding fun, including a four-mile hike, a Greek dinner (you haven't lived until you see Larry belly dance), and Judy fixed post-wedding brunch at their house for everyone still here Monday morning (maybe 70). The ceremony was outdoors in Portland's Rhododendron Gardens, followed by dinner and dancing to Afro-funk music on a downtown Portland rooftop. They bet on weather and went for broke, but it was perfect. Tomorrow we're off to that other coast, just to round things out, then we'll have about a week aboard Allegro in the Apostles before work begins again. Enjoyed a long conversation with Rich Olson before we left. Here's wishing Sally a super happy birthday, and we send anniversary "felicitaciones" to both of you! Fair winds, grand adventures, and best, Judy and Larry
Judy and Larry <carpentertaylor@yahoo.com>
Minneapolis, MN USA

Hello Pribyls! I hope you are having a great time in your travels abroad! I missed you at the welcome back teacher Prionce of Peace thing Sally. I'll be checking in on your journeys via the website. -Ross-
Razmus Benson <ross_benson@comcast.net>
Burnsville, MN USA

Hi Pribyls! Don't check in very frequently, but your'e both in our thoughts and prayers often. Happy belated anniversay! 8/23 is also my(Sherene's) mom's birthday (she turned 65, and is counting the days until she retires in December). Happy birthday Sally! Mark celebrated his 45th birthday on 8/29, unfortunately nothing too exciting for dinner that night, we went out to Broadway Pizza for Megan's end of season soccer party. I bet it feels weird not to be stressing out about getting a classroom ready for Tuesday (ha,ha, - you probably don't miss it that much, however, I'm sure you miss the social contact with fellow educators) Tell Al he missed some large hail in MN, I guess from Nicollet - Northfield, reports of golfball to softball(!) sized hail. I bet he really misses all of those estimates for Giertsen :-) Mark's back to almost a full caseload now, keeping an eye on him that he doesn't work too many hours per week. Your trip log sounds unbelievably beautiful. Hope you are both enjoying this experience of a lifetime along with the bumps along the way (good thing your'e both good at fixing things) Take care, Love to both of you. Sherene & Mark Peterson
Sherene & Mark <sherene_p2000@yahoo.com>
Brooklyn Park, MN USA

Sally and Al Just a quick word to let you know we are thinking of you. What a fantastic journey you are on. I know that you will have many fond memories and stories to tell for a lifetime. Enjoy the remainder of this once in a life time adventure. God Speed and God Bless
Bill Fraher <wfraher@rochester.rr.com>
Cayuga, NY USA

Been watching very closely,hope your enjoying the moment. Sally Happy Birthday and Congratulations on 31 yrs,but it does bother me that Al has you up on deck marking the anchor chain. Love you both margaret&Tom;
Tom <tmhhi936@netscape.net>
skaneateles, ny USA

We just wanted to say Happy Anniversary!! Hope you're having a wonderful time celebrating :) We love you! Chris and Mary
Chris and Mary <cpribyl@amcore.com>
Chicago, IL USA

your brother tom keeps me locked in a closet and feeds me once a day,what should im do?
Dad Fraher <tomfraher@yahoo.com>
montezyma , ny USA

ahoy, quick question, because you dock at all these different ports of call. how do pay for the goods and service that surround your day? is the credit card the fastest and safest method? or is it mostly euro $$ ? and do you need to plan this aspect for every new counrty ? I would be uncomfortable disclosing to strangers the fact of U S citizenship or xchanging U S dollars in a port city, The airports on the planet are under this crazy secur-watch terror nonsense. whats it like when the first rope or foot touches the dock? are you met by uniformed or armed men with unhappy smiles and lots of odd questions? I have a strange notion that you folks come and go almost unnoticed with compact sailing vessel. I B curious. rand
randy stoehr <steeltrand@msn.com>
maplewood, mn USA

Ahoy, Hows life on the high seas? Unpredictable and awe inspiring no doubt! On aug 27(depending on your location on the planet) the planet Mars will be so close to earth it may resemble the moon, idealy both shall be visible(lack of a cloud deck hopefully) This is rare event and wont reoccur for several hundred years or so. So if you are at sea with the billions of other stars and its cosmic lite show this is the ultimate topper! good winds abound ye. rand
randy stoehr <steelyrand@msn.com>
maplewood, mn USA

We were wondering if you made it to Spain but see that you have arrived. You must have misspelled pats e-mail when you changed over to the laptop as we have not been getting any updates since then. We can read your log but it is great to have it direct in the e-mail. Hope your enjoy your time with Pat and Nicki. Pat F. and I would like to join you sometime as well but have no clue when. We'll have to figure something out based on your future travel plans. Take care and enjoy
Pat & Carol <patrickfraher@hotmail.com>
Northfield, MN USA

My daughter Lana and Son-in-Law Mike live across the street from your Son Pat and Daughter-in-Law Nicci.(s) I happened to be visiting with my Grandchildren for the week-end and had the pleasure of having a few libations with some of the neighbors Sunday evening. It was exceptionally interesting to hear about Pat's parents "odessey". Couldn't believe what you folks have been and are doing. I was in the Navy for 3 1/2 years and served on a Carrier (Saratoga) in the early '60's. Made a north Atlantic trip as well as a 6 month cruise in the Mediteranian. Loved every minute of "Port-side" duty, but had a lot of "not so nice experiences at sea as well". Pat gave me the web site, so I will be keeping track of your future voyages-(I understand they will be joining you very soon). Hope you have a wonderful get-together with your family and a continued safe voyage. Warm regards; Richard Thomalla
Richard Thomalla <rthomalski@yahoo.com>
Maplewood, MN USA

Yea Al, Sally, and Mike. Glad you made it across the "evil bay". Th roof blew off Holy Family Church 2 weeks ago 20 min. after Mass. Nice blue tarp on top now. Kinda looks like a Marion shrine. We miss you all here on old dock 4. Take care, Mark and Jane
Mark Juetten <juetty@yahoo.com>
USA

Hi..My Family and I met Larry and Judy after they had traveled inland in Ireland from Dingle to Doolin. I was so pleased to meet the musical couple and was interested to look at your fantastic journey. Wonderful pictures and journal. Sheila
Sheila Moss <moss_sheila@hotmail.com>
BLACKBURN, lANCS England

Hola! You're all having quite a memorable adventure! I just love looking at all the pics and logs you've posted; both Canada and Ireland are so beautiful! I'm sure you're enjoying Sangria and Tapas now that you're in Spain :) Adios
Megan Casselman <megcasselman@yahoo.com>
White Plains, NY USA

Whew! I'm glad you're having a respite from the high seas!I'm getting ready to go back over to school for "Meet your teacher" night. We start with kids on Tuesday the 8th. Think of me...I'm so excited for you all... the adventures you'll be having! Take care(miss me) Brigid
Brigid <brigidschultz@hotmail.com>
cape coral, fl USA

Hey Mike & crew! What a fasinating read you guys are. We follow as best we can with updates from John Sikorra. What an exciting time in your lives---few people will do what you guys are doing. I ran jet boats up & down rivers dodging rocks & rapids for 15 years & thought I'd done it all but you all are something else. Hope you have smooth water & happy sailing the rest of your journey----good luck & God bless. Your cousin, Joe-------& Jeanne too!
Joe & Jeanne Smits <smittyandj@aol.com>
Nampa, Idaho USA

I am Nicholes father-in-law. She sent me your web site and I have enjoyed it very much. Sounds like the trip has been everything you exspected. I enjoy the log and I laugh at some of the sea sick stories because I fight that on my own boat and I'm only on the mississippi. Have a great time
Jeff Burvee <Jeff@leaf-ind.com>
Albertville, Mn USA

I got your postcard. we are so happy for you. Hope you are having a great time. Our computer is down for a while, so we'll check your progress at the library. Have a fabulous time. Yours Truly, Anthony Scheller
Tony Scheller
Savage, mn USA

Hi Sally and Al, Congratulations on reaching Ireland. I'm enjoying your log book, Sally. What an amazing adventure! I'll be in touch after I get back to school and get my camera attached to the computer. I hope we can visit live but, if not, we'll do something fun. I hope you can send some video to your website. Enjoy it all!!!!
Kathy Barzee <kathybarzee@yahoo.com>
Burnsville, MN USA

How are you? It sounds like you are having a lot of fun in Ireland! Did you have a good time with the dolphin? What does it feel like to be out in the ocean and not see any land? Would you like to live in Ireland some day? Do you like Ireland better than Minnesota? I have been having a pretty good summer. I have been having fun with my neighborhood friends like Dustin Hron, Tom Johnson, Ricky Jackson, Brice Miller, Tony, Quinn E., Nick and Alex R. I have been enjoying soccer this summer. I have made almost all of the goals for my team! Well that's all for now. I hope to write to you again. John T.
John Tomlinson
Savage , MN USA

I don't know if you get my emails...so, I'm posting Dad's email for him. Brigid
Tom Fraher <tomfraher@yahoo.com>
Auburn, NY USA

Hi Mrs. Pribyl! Thank you for the card! Do you get to feed Fungi the dolphin, or does he just feed himself in the ocean? I saw the picture of your boat. That is one cool boat! Has your trip been fun so far? Did you have any scary things happen so far? I am looking forward to seeing you when you get back! From Isaiah
Isaiah Gray <dgrayjgray@yahoo.com>
Savage, MN USA

HI Mrs.Pribyl Hope you sailed safely I just got your postcard.We'll see you in a two or three years Love Cory and Gavin
Cory and Gavin <marykallstrom@integraonline.com>
Savage, MN USA

Hi, Mrs.Pribyl I just got your post card today. I would love to swim with dolphins one day that would be so cool. Its really hot in Minnesota. Its been in the 90's for 19 days so far and its going to hit close to 100 degrees this weekend. My baseball team took 3rd place in our league. We got a neat trophy. Good luck sailing and thanks again for the post card. Cory Kallstrom
Cory Kallstrom <marykallstrom@integraonline.com>
Savage, MN USA

Hi to all, Just found out about this website today! Judy, Judy, I love this, what a great way to enjoy your wonderful trip with you...It's a trip of a life time. Can't wait for you to come home and fill us in with all of your great stories!!! I wish you all great fun and safe passage Barb & Dave
Barb Hirschfeld <Hirschinc@mindspring.com>
Anoka, MN USA

Dear All, Am enjoying keeping up on your mail. sounds so wonderful. Hope Mike, that you can find a moment for a personal message. Can't wait to talk to Judy via the phone. Guess that you got my message that Pat is finally going to get married. What a celebration that will be. Love you all and I keep; you all in my daily prayers. Stay safe. God bless, Mom Mary
Mom Sikorra <marymomo8@verizon.net>
Belleair, FL, USA

Grand mariners, hell of an uphill run to see the land of leprecauns!ya seem to be of tight knots, full sails and leak free. RRR mates, nice ketch! Been fun to track ships progress. Hows it feel to stand on terra firma? Goodwinds surround thy vessel. randy stoehr
randy stoehr <steelyrand@msn.com>
maplewood, mn USA

Dear Sally, Al, and friends, Wow! Congrats on making your dreams come true! I enjoyed reading the log, and will continue to follow your travels. Ireland sounds magnificent. Peace and love, Betsy Cavanagh
Betsy Cavanagh <jbckcav@msn.com>
Edina, MN USA

Yeah!! Happy to of heard that you made the great journey! Hi to everyone aboard!! Going great at Port. Miss you all!! Amy
Amy <shipstore@portsuperior.com>
Bayfield, WI USA

Congratulations, Sailors. How exciting to hear about your crossing and to know that you all arrived safe and aound and sane. We continue to work on EOS and are looking at a spring 06 launch so are a couple of years behind you. But an Atlantic crossing is certainly in our hopes and dreams. Know you will enjoy Ireland. We were there 4 years ago and didn't spend nearly enough time. A look see from the coastal locales would be wonderful. Fair winds and calm seas!!
Sylvia and Bill Mueller <yachtEOS@msn.com>
Roseville, MN USA

I think of you all the time but forget to check out your website when I am online. Spent the weekend in a cabin north of Duluth with my dogs. Couldn't help wondering about your trip while I watched the waves and gulls. Miss you both and can't wait for you to come home. Love, Mary
Mary McKennan <mmckennan@earthlink.net>
Delano, MN USA

Who won the lobster race? Love the pictures of the castles near the sea. Thanks for sharing the journey with us! Enjoy Ireland. Cheers to you all, Kevin Giertsen
Kevin Giertsen <keving@giertsenco.com>
Edina, MN USA

CONGRATULATIONS! Jane and I admire you all so much. What a feat completed due to all your skill, preparation, fortitude, and cuz. you're just super folks. Love, mark and Jane
Mark juetten
USA

So glad you made it safely! We got seasick just reading the log! Am very impressed by your cooking efforts in the face of gale force winds! The marina isn't the same without you. Thank goodness for the internet and thanks for keeping in touch. Mike and Al, you'll be glad to know that you missed John's installation of a new head today. It's done but was the cause of much "discussion"! Take care and enjoy Ireland and some "R and R", Lynn and John Manning
Lynn Manning <MANN7810@aol.com>
Minnetonka, MN USA

Top of the mornin to yah! Hi Larry and Judy. Congrats on making the long haul across the really big lake. I am sure you are all happy to stand on solid ground. Your dinner selections sounded outstanding, you were eating better than most of us landlubbers. We will miss you this summer, we are headed for Rossport next week. Hope to see you sometime soon. George and Amanda
George and Amanda <info@travelmaui.com>
Wailea, HI USA

I was incredulous when Richard told us you were planning the trip, and even more astounded when he sent the news you arrived in Dingle. Congratulations on living a dream, and safe travels to you all. Nancy J.
Nancy Johnson <njj35@yahoo.com>
Minneapolis, MN USA

Hello Larry, Judy and all, Ken and Jan were here today and checked your progress on our computer. Ruth and all are anxiously awaiting word of your arrival to Ireland. We enjoy the detailed accounts of your passage. Judy C
Judy Carpenter <carps@cpinternet.com>
Fergus Falls, MN USA

No log entries since July 10! Have you arrived?
Bruce Pappas <bruce@pappalini.com>
Golden Valley, MN United States

Ha guys, sounds like a good passage. Can't wait for all the details... Safe sailing Tom & Bev
Tom & Bev <onehalfmoon@gmail.com>
USA

I just took Judy to the airport she said to tell Mike she will be at the dingle bus station at 3:10pm on the the 14th hope all is well, Don
Don Tremel
Wayzata, mn USA

Brother Steve mentioned this trip of a lifetime, so I thought I would check it out and read about your adventures. Wishing you a safe journey and wonderful memories. Patricia
Patricia Haupt <tiller6283@msn.com>
Littleton, CO USA

I happy to see that you are still afloat. Never a doubt. Your adventures have been wonderful to read about. It almost feels like I'm there less the nausea. Pat is wishing he were with you. hoping you have great weather for the rest of the trip. Have a pint for us when you get your land legs back.
Carol & Pat <patrickfraher@hotmail.com>
Northfield, MN USA

You have weathered it all!!! Can ye almost taste the Guiness now lads and lassies?
Mark Juetten <juetty@yahoo.com>
USA

Mike & Crew I have been watching your progress each day. Trip of a lifetime. I can hardley wait to hear first hand about the whales, dolphins, gales and everything else. Take care and I will be following the entire trip on the website. Jerry & Sheila Deephaven. (Mikes neighbors)
Jerry Laughlin <gmlaugh@aol.com>
USA

Hey, Sally and Al! I finally got a chance to read your log again. Amazing! What an adventure. Sally, you're doing such a great job of writing. So fun to read! I would like to hire you for a chef when you get back. You're doing a much better job of cooking than I am doing with a full kitchen. Continue to have a safe journey and keep writing! God Speed! Genell
Genell Brandell <brandell3226@msn.com>
Savage, MN USA

Hi! Guys! I'm talking to Dad right now as I type...he sends his greetings too.It's a sunny hot day here in Cape Coral, Florida. Your journey is amazing... pinch yourself to check if it's it's real! (perhaps, after this long in close quarters, you'd rather pinch someone else to see if it's real? :-) ) I just made our reservations for the une 2007 event, so I'll see you then if not sooner. Brigid, Grant, Sam
BRIGID
USA

Hi, Judy. Your father told us of your adventure and I am following it with great interest. Can't imagine what it would be like to be so tempest-tossed! We are really looking forward to having your parents visiting us along with as many other Taylor cousins as we can round up. It will be a wonderful occasion topped off by a family dinner that your Dad is hosting. Take care and happy sailing. Blessings, "Cousin Nancy"
Nancy Taylor <nrtaylor@verizon.net>
Huntingdon, PA USA

Mrs. Pribyl! My parents told me one night about your great sailing adventure. My dad just sent me the link and I have been going through the website. I think it is wonderful that you are able to do this. Your boat looks beautiful in all the pictures and must be a joy to sail. It's great that you are able to keep in contact with the kids back at M. W. Savage....what a perfect way to inspire little minds. I often think back on all the teachers that have inspired me, and my second grade teacher Mrs Pribyl is one of them. Your website is on my favorites now and I will most certainly be following along. Godspeed.
Nick Hilpisch <hilp0007@tc.umn.edu>
West Saint Paul, MN USA

Hi, Mike. It sounds like a great adventure. Joyce is on the phone right now. She gave me the web site which she got just moments ago from your mother. I will be watching your adventure as you move along. Dick
Richard J Mahoney <mahoney-richard@hotmail.com>
St. Paul, MN USA

This is a great adventure.
Glen Vinup <glen@swensonanderson.com>
USA

We have been following you from the beginning but have never signed in. WOW! What an adventure! Goodluck.
Jon & Leslie Richey <jrichey2004@comcast.net>
Plymouth, MN USA

Al, Salley and Mike We were tied off behind you at Kaitlyn Marine abord Vibrant when you were in Sodus Point. I have enjoyed reading both logs. It sounds like Judy and Salley hve been doing some great cooking. I think you are safer out in the ocean than I am in Sodus Point. I arrived at the boat to day only to discover that I had been hit by another boat while Vibrant was on the mooring. Cracked the toe rail and bent the stern pulpit. I hope you get the weather fax to work. It is nice to have an idea what kind of weather is coming. Your log says if you would like email up dates to let you know which I would. I realy do not know how that differ from reading the logs. A quarting sea I find is one of the toughest seas to deal with. You are constantly bracing and that becomes very tiring. Good luck. Mary and Phil Wilkinson
Philip Wilkinson <pwilkinson36@aol.com>
Fairport, NY USA

Judy & Larry, I'm glad you're getting some practice, so you can help Mary Jane, Rhea, and me take "Whisper" across the "Pond" in a few years:>) We'll be tracking you. Take care, Bruce
Bruce Pappas <bruce@pappalini.com>
Golden Valley, MN United States

Greetings cousin Mike. After this I am on my way to my piano lessons. (Prospect Ave.) I wish I could be with you as you adventure the waters. Adam George and Daniel John mentions to me that they love their family. Will you see any Sparkling Sky Shows in the Air as it is the Fourth of July. Much calm waters and a bountiful harvest of fresh fish to you. Do you have charcoal and a hibachi grill on board? Love from Bonnie Burns-Lisowski, Adam George Lisowski (9-25-83), Daniel John Lisowski (2-23-86).
Bonnie Burns-Lisowski <bonnieburns1@yahoo.com>
Milwaukee, WI USA

Greetings cousin Mike. After this I am on my way to my piano lessons. (Prospect Ave.) I wish I could be with you as you adventure the waters. Adam George and Daniel John mentions to me that they love their family. Will you see any Sparkling Sky Shows in the Air as it is the Fourth of July. Much calm waters and a boutiful harvest of fresh fish to you. Do you have charcoal and a hibachi grill on board? Love from Bonnie Burns-Lisowski, Adam George Lisowski (9-25-83), Daniel John Lisowski (2-23-86).
Bonnie Burns-Lisowski <bonnieburns1@yahoo.com>
Milwaukee, WI USA

Hello everyone, although I know very little (= non) about sailing, but I know it takes a lot of courage to sail across an ocean. People say every American got dream, and I know my sister, Judy's dream is to do what she is doing now. I imagin now you must be sitting at somewhere in the atlantic ocean. How is it? Is it anything like "the Old man and the sea" of Ernest Hemmingway? Have safe trip all the way through, you guys!! God bless you all.
Pornpimon Penpian <polly@valvadi.com>
Toronto, On Ca

Hey Guys!!! Sally--remember me? I went to school with Brigid. I LOVE your site!!!! So exciting, but I get seasick, so I'm having fun reading about it!!!! I do this dorky Port Byron Alumni Newsletter, I think Brigid mentioned it. I'll put your site in the next one!!! Everyone is jealous. Enjoy!!!-----Mary Anne
Mary Anne (Gibson) Allen <allen_maryanne@yahoo.com>
Baldwinsville, NY USA

Congratulations on reaching St.John's Newfoundland. Sounds very foggy which was also the case some years ago when I attended St. John's Univ. in Minnesota. Rest up and a great deal of good fortune on the long crossing!
Mark andJaneJuetten <juetty@yahoo.com>
USA

I have met Larry in Bayfield. I recognized the picture when I opened the Larry Log. I see now that if you want more detail about the sailing (something more than "Lumpy Seas") Larry is the guy to read.
Mike Fraher
USA

Sally is doing great with hte log. I have not read Larry's log. I wish you had taken some spare camera memories so you could mail them to the boys to Post up. It is fun tracking your progress. Keep up the good work on the log. Love you all even if I never met Larry.
Mike Fraher <Mfraher@austin.rr.com>
Dripping Springs, TX USA

Al & Sally, I only remembered today that you were probably underway and checked up on you. It sounds like you've already had quite an adventure! Looks like you'll be heading for open water very soon. Good luck on the long transatlantic run! I'll be following your progress.
Steve Haupt <gopher-steve@juno.com>
St. Paul, MN USA

Hi, Guys... took Dad to the library and showed him the log. He wants to know why I haven't gotton his computer up and going yet! I'll get it done before I leave. Sam liked the sound of lobster races and wants to see the whales too. Such adventures, and they're hust beginning! take care,Brigid
Brigid, Sam, and Dad
USA

Hi Al, Sally and Mike. I have been following you guys and every thing sounds really wonderful. I really miss Al but I've lost 5 pounds because I don't have anyone to have lunch with. Be safe and I think of you often. Brenda
Brenda <brendagmold@giertsenco.com>
Golden Valley, Mn USA

Hi Uncle Al, Aunt Sally, Uncle Mike, and Aunt Judy!!! I love you guys and miss you!!! Be safe! :) Go Twins
Anne Sikorra <anne.sikorra@us.army.mil>
Bonney Lake, WA USA

Hi Mike! Sounds like you guys are having a ball---wish I could be there. I keep in touch thru Judy & John as I'm having trouble picking you up on my PC. Several of my E mail buddies are tracking you also I keep all my western relatives aware of your progress. I think I'll lift a couple of martinis to you all tonite----good luck-----Your cousin Joe from Idaho
Joe from Idaho <smittyandj@aol.com>
Nampa, Idaho USA

Hello all. We are following your progress daily and update Ruth frequently. She sends her love. I enjoy the descriptive passages, especially of the whale sightings. Tomorrow we will begin our week at your house (Sun - Thurs.) Let us know if you want us to check out something at your house, etc. Judy C
Judy Carpenter <carps@cpinternet.com>
Fergus Falls, MN USA

Hi there, all. I am writing to check up on my uncle, MIKE. I know that he can be a bit of a nut, but he sure is a hard worker. I hope you are all having the time of your lives; it sure sounds exciting. We have a world map on our wall, and we are able to follow your progress easily. Seeing the whales sounds very exciting! I sure hope all is well and that you only have to endure limited motion sickness (not that Mike would admit it if he did have any...). Can't wait to hear about Ireland, Mike. See you later, Chrissy Valento your niece
Chrissy Valento <valento022@earthlink.net>
Duluth, MN USA

Heard of your adventure and web site from my parents, Keith & Esther Purdie, who are Mike's Judy's cousins. What a great trip to take. The boat looks really great.
Cheryl Purdie <annpurdie@msn.com>
Thousand Oaks, CA USA

Your website is amazing and so fun to read. What a great way to follow your adventure and it is so well written! A keepsake for you when you get home. I can invision you sailing along on that beautiful sailboat of yours and working together like clockwork. I am sooo glad that I got to sail last year with you so I can visualize what you are doing and what the inside of the boat looks like. Not many people have to guts to follow their dream like you two have done. Cheers to you and your crew and God speed! Genell
Genell Brandell <brandell3226@msn.com>
USA

It was really nice meeting all of you here in Quebec City. I hope you've enjoyed your stay as much as we have enjoyed having you! Everyone on F-Dock (Marina Vieux Port de Quebec) wishes you a safe and enjoyable trip. Regards Ken
Kenneth Belley <kenneth.belley@sympatico.ca>
Quebec City, QC Canada

Hello Judy, Larry and everyone on the BOAT! I'm excited for you and will follow to destination. Stay safe and enjoy the great experience. love, Polly-Geng-and Gaew P.S. I'm now in Toronto
Polly Penpian <polly@valvadi.com>
Bangkok, Thailand

You may have heard that a severe storm hit Port Superior on Sat 6/17 and damaged PSMA dock one. All Dock one vessels are berthed on dock 2,4,or bulkheads. Pikes Bay Marina lost dock one and three completely. Porions of their docks tried to leave the marina. We have new neighbors on dock 4 now. Weeee, what excitement! Pace was out to Rasberry bay at the timeand only experienced the chaos on returning Few boats were damaged although Patience tipped over on her craddle and her mast snapped. Allegro is fine and living on the other side of dock 3. Temptress is as good as can be expxted and remains the same.Be glad you were out to see. We do miss you all. Jane sends her blessings. Which reminds me that I had Pace blessed at the blessing of the fleet and not 5 min. later on the way home to Port the engine began to exhibit fuel problems and would not hold rpms.???? But for you all God speed, Mark and Jane
Mark Juetten <juetty@yahoo.com>
USA

Hi Al, Sally and crew. Dave and I have been tracking you on the website (pretty cool stuff ) Dave thinks you should be moving faster, but we all know Dave.. Hope things are well. Be safe and catch the big one... Todd Gertzen & Dave Merrick
Todd Gertzen <toddg@giertsenco.com>
Plymouth, mn USA

Good luck on the trip. Stay safe. Thinking of you!!
Brian, Lorie, Snowflake, and Ray Schroeder <intuition205@yahoo.com>
Savage, MN USA

Dear All, I am about to enjoy Mother Mary's famous pot roast supper, and wish you were all here. Your adventures are the appetizers, and we are jealous of all the fun you are having. We both love sailing better than most anything else. Take care, God bless, and happy sailing. Love, Gina
gina presson hammesfahr <gdpresson@yahoo.com>
redington beach, fl USA

Dear all, I sure have been enjoying all of the pictures and keeping up on the log. Keep it coming. You are in my prayers. Love, Mom Mary
mary sikorra <marymomof8@verizon.net>
belleair, fl USA

I read the Log Book. Well done! But I warn you: I've had Mike's infamous blackened chicken and you must use great caution when handling, let alone ingesting!!! I am following with great interest. Have the time of your lives!
John <Sikor7@adelphia.net>
EC, NC USA

Thanks for everything Al! We miss you already... Wishing you all an amazing journey from the Giertsen Team. Enjoy the adventure! Love the picture of the Moose from the northern trip. Cheers, Kevin G.
Kevin Giertsen <keving@giertsenco.com>
Edina, Mn USA

We really miss you guys and even Mike on dock 4. The place is deserted and boring. I been forced to wander over to dock 3 to get in trouble! Seriously, have a wonderful and safe trip across. You are living the dream we all hoped to do. Live it well and enjoy the moments. Jane and Butts wanted me to remind you to be sure and get to mass every Sunday. I believe you can get EWTN (Mother Angelica) on the shortwave. If n,ot Al probably remembers enough fron Naz. Hall to do a respectable jog of officiating. Bon Voyage , Mark and Jane
Mark and Jane Juetten <juetty@yahoo.com>
USA

Hi guys! I have a collection of shanties in mind for you! This is an old Canadian one called: "Ise the Bye" from the Newfoundland, area! "Ise the bye, that builds the boat, and Ise the bye that sails her, Ise the bye that catches the fish, and takes em home to Liza! Hip your partner, Sally Tibbo, Hip your partner Sally Brown, Fogo, Twillingate, Mortons Harbor, all around the circle!! Thinking of you every day!! And wishing we were with you, but you know we are!! ENJOY! more words to follow! Great website.
Singing Bird
USA

We will live vicariously thru your upcoming adventure. Please keep us posted. If Mike becomes a bit to much, tie him to the mast! Best of luck, be safe, and come back someday. We already are missing you guys.Tom and Kerry Lovlien
Tom and Kerry Lovlien <lovliens@centurytel.net>
Washburn, Wi USA

Yes, we would like e mails of your trip and we will follow you along. We just wished you Bon Voyage at Katylynn Marine in Sodus Point, NY. Our Pearon Coaster "Vibrant" was docked next to you. Thanks for the help getting off the dock. Safe Journey!! Phil and Mary WIlkinson
Phil and Mary WIlkinson <pwilky@aol.com>
Fairport, NY USA

I'm sure you'll have plenty of people to email, so we certainly don't expect to get a note. But we'll be following the gtrip and reading the log. Great sailing to you all.
Ken & Meg Hillary <ken.hillary@kv.com>
Eden Prairie, MN USA

Yes, We want email updates. Thanks. Log is informative and interesting. Good Job. What does Larry play? Al, wish you were here to help us put up 100 bales of hay last night. Remember the one time Sally drove the tractor and baler? Thinking about you all and praying for you all daily. Love you and God Bless all. Dave and Julie
Julie and Dave <djpribyl@lakedalelink.net>
Maple Lake, MN USA

Just remember Mike; 5.696 HF and call "Coast Guard, Coast Guard..." and we'll be there! Best of luck! I'll be following your progress. Send your email when you can. Love you Bro!
John <sikor7@adelphia.net>
ECity, NC USA

Bon voyage to all aboard Artemis--have a safe and enjoyable crossing and further adventures abroad. Joana and I are thinking especially of friends Larry & Judy, with whom we've enjoyed sailing in the past. With Larry on board, stay away from canals--he's a Jonah.
Sean & Joana Sexton <sean@seans.com>
Prior Lake, MN USA

Hey all you adventurous people, I'm happy you have grabbed your dream and hit the high seas. I wish I had given you all a proper sending off but know you are in my prayers, my thoughts, and I will be wishing you happy sailing everyday as I wait to hear of your progress. Much love, Maureen
Maureen Sikorra <msikorra@comcast.net>
Roseville, MN USA

Hi, you don't know us, we were informed about your adventure by Smitty, cousin of Mike Sikorra. Smitty and I served together in World War II and we became email pals. Travel safe, and God bless you all on your journey.
Donna and Carl Belknap <CarlBelknap@webtv.net>
Irving, Tx USA

Hi Al and Sal, Wishing the good vessel Artemis and her crew a safe and interesting voyage. What an adventure!! Be Safe, Larry and Jan DeMers s/v DeLaMer Lake Superior ** Please add us to your mailing list**
Larry and Jan DeMers <ldemers@pctcnet.net>
Winter, WI USA

I'm excited for you and wish you well on your voyage! Please send email updates when you have time as I'll be interested in your progress. Rick Phillips s/v Irish Mist
Rick Phillips <rphilli@goldengate.net>
Wayzata, MN USA

Hey guys it's June....enjoy your wonderful trip!! Al, I hope that you get to see some BIG waves, you know like the ones on Devels island!! best wishes to the both of you we will think of you often and keep you in our prayers for a safe and fantastic journey!! E-mail us anytime! Love you guys- Mark, Rachel, Zachery, Trevor, and #3!!
Rachel Pribyl <MRPribyl@hotmail.com>
Maple Lake, MN USA

Hello Sailors, After all these years of Lake Superior sails you've finally made the BIG PLUNGE ! I can only speculate as to why you have invited Mike Sikorra, but rest asured, he will certainly pull his weight. He cries like a baby when we are skiing the Rockies,so expect some weird behavior about "Manhatten Time". I haven't met Larry,but look forward to it one day soon. Please keep in touch and know that many of your friends are happy for you. Add me to your email list. Best Regards, David Bolinger
David Bolinger <lazyd@digisys.net>
Blue Bay, Mt. USA

Hey you guys - can't wait to see you at the send off party - we only wish we could be with you when you leave Lake Ontario. Remember - we will catch your lines somewhere "over there" once you have made the trip across the Atlantic - it would be a great way to celebrate our 25th Wedding anniversary and to see you in your cruising mode - Love you guys.
Val and Bob Ouellette <westernharbor@juno.com>
Duluth, MN USA

A friend (Catherine Dehn) emailed me about your upcoming adventures. Will check back often to see how you are doing. If you set up a distribution list of people to email about the trip, feel free to add my name and email address. Good Luck Doug Birch Sandburg Middle School Anoka, MN 55303 763-506-6067
Doug Birch <doug.birch@anoka.k12.mn.us>
Andover, MN USA