Several days ago, we learned we were in last place in our division. My crew was surprised but still competitive. We still wanted to do our best, drive the boat fast and try to at least be not last. Now, with the latest weather information on hand, my opinion is, screw the race altogether. Yees, we are in a race, but it is just a game we sailors play, it is nothing compared to my responsibility to bring my boat and crew into Oahu safely.
I had been thinking we might be able to beat the remnants of Darby to HA, but that is no longer the case. It will land as a tropical depression on Saturday, and will bounce off the big island to the north west as we approach. So, maybe we slow down and take our time, and let this weather event clear, even if it leaves light winds in its wake. Even if it means we are finish last.
My motivations for doing this race was to sail to Hawaii shorthanded, with my girlfriend, and take full ownership of every detail of preparing, managing and sailing my boat. The race is a structure, a context, an event for achieving this goal. I will achieve this goal by finishing the race with no equipment failures and no injuries.
Megan is holding her own, and David is in his element, and I am happy to be doing (not just talking). We are doing very well as a crew, given that wee came together late in the process.
We are sailing to the south, taking what the wind gives us, and monitoring the weather closely. We have the food, water and fuel to adjust to the conditions. Stay tuned. More to come.
avionbianca 
Brilliant. Was waiting for today’s message.