Thanks Guys.
We had 4 poor days, 7 OK days, and 1 outstanding day. We have friends and family that joined us here in Hawaii, so updating the website will be done when time and connections allow,,, most likely after they have departed.
Of the poor days mentioned, the seas were high,,, very high, perhaps as high as 25'. But they would start their build-up at least a football field away, so you could see it coming. Our boat just rode up and over them, so after a while we got used to it and settled down. The wind often increased to 35 kts, but never over that. We experienced a few squalls, lots of rain and zero visibility for a while, but we got used to that too. All-in-all, a very successful trip weather wise.
The only mechanical issues we had were elevated engine room temps (130) and our on-engine fuel pump developed an oil leak 3 days before we arrived Hawaii. I was watching the pump leak (& engine belts) like a hawk, but they held up fine.
The plan is to spend at least 6 months in Hawaii ( I want to see all the islands), then head to the South Pacific Islands.
Harley will be joining us around Christmas time when her 4-month probation period is up. She's currently with friends in San Francisco. I miss my Dog.