We made it to San Juan on time. It was a little frustrating because our speed
of advance had to be higher than normal as the scheduled time from New Orleans
to Nassau was set up for our normal 15 knot cruising speed. From South West
Pass in Louisiana we needed 17.1 knots, but once we hit the Straits of Florida
and the head current of the North Atlantic Current we were knocked back to 16
knots, so we needed to add more speed. Even the higher speed was touch and go
as the currents and the wind were working against us - but we made it to the
pilot station only five minutes late!
The last eight hours were rough as we had a pretty good roll going - and it was
inconsistent, not predictable. So I, along with many others aboard, had some
trouble sleeping. An uncomfortable sleep, coupled with being called at 0400
makes for a long day.
But with Finished with Engines (FWE) at 0800, we had crew streaming down the
gangway at 0830 - and by 0900 most all the cadets deserving of liberty were on
their way. I hope they enjoy San Juan - it has beautiful beaches, and Old San
Juan has many fine restaurants to enjoy. Of course the site-seeing in Morro
Castle, the oldest fort in North America is always an enjoyable take.
Captain Lima has written one more Captain's Log - but I will save it for
tomorrow morning - as I needed to update you all on topical ships information.
That will be posted tomorrow.
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