We got a call on the radio first thing this morning from a couple we are friends with, Denise and Kip. We first met them in Nuka Hiva and have seen them often in various ports. We mentioned having lunch with them on our first day in Manihi, but didn’t mention their names in that entry. They were getting close to the reef and had recognized Kosmos from the distance. We definitely stand out. Eric gave them the low down on getting through the pass and where to anchor.

We got another delivery of more fish from John. We are not sure what kind of fish it is, but it is enough for three nights. A few minutes later, John called on the radio and said he was organizing a potluck at 1730 (5:30 pm) in celebration of Kip and Denise’s wedding anniversary. Since Christi wasn’t going to be making the fish still left from yesterday for dinner tonight, and since we couldn’t eat the new fish fast enough, we vacuumed sealed all the fresh fish and put it in the freezer. Continue reading →