The open ocean often takes you past your physical limits and when it does, sailing becomes a mental game.

When I saw the plane, I was absolutely astonished! Two emotions crashed over me: surging joy and crazy fear.

The winds were blowing from west to east, pushing Abby's boat toward the rocks as Abby struggled with the autopilots below. If Wild Eyes reached those islands, she wouldn't run aground, keel in the sand. She would be smashed into pieces.

The open ocean often takes you past your physical limits and when it does, sailing becomes a mental game.

Being at sea is like watching the whole world in high-definition.

I knew that even if I was able to call for help, I was in a place so remote that it wasn't likely there would be anyone who could help me. And even if there were, it could take weeks.

I will definitely attempt to sail around the world again. In fact, I can't wait for the chance to try again.