Today has been a productive day towards Antigua. There is quite a nice current that is carrying me along which is a big help at the moment. I'm just praying it stays around and doesn't disappear. I have just over 70 miles to go as I write this and with a bit of luck I think I should be able to just make out land tomorrow. I've been checking the horizon every hour today as there is an island that's only 40 miles away from me but I can't see it. It is only a small one though.

I say this with my fingers crossed but if the weather holds up as it is at the moment I may be able to make it to Antigua for Saturday night or Sunday day time. Sadly due to the flight issues that have played havoc recently I don't think my parents and brother well be able to make it to Antigua in time for my arrival. That does make me a little sad as they are not just my family they are my best friends too. However it's just one of those things so I'll just have to crack on.

Rowing conditions are rather tough at the moment as it really is very hot with little or no breeze to cool things down. The heat can make you feel very drowsy, I almost fell a sleep whilst rowing today. I threw some water over myself just to cool down and carried on. I was fine after that.

Getting loads of messages of support which is great so thank you very much.

Captain Ketch