I am so impressed by your journey!! We also have a Ranger 32 and wish we could do a similar adventure. I am looking to contact other Ranger 32 owners for advice like how to replace the mast step, etc. Please email me! patricktrobinson@comcast.net Thanks! Pat Robinson Ranger 32 "Springbok"

'To nuts and guts!' Where be thee now my friends? Buying a Fuji 32 ketch this week, the Roo is almost restored from damage on THE HARD in Hawaii. Deb

Hi John Hope all is well? How did nanibia go? Where are you now? we are home NZ for a few months.Are you going back to Port Vila

Great reading your travelogues. It's nice to know that I am not the only person who feels that we as Americans are going in such a wrong direction and that we have so much to learn by seeing the world and being humbled by it.


Fair winds and following seas for you,

--Dave

HI John,

I was doing internet searches of old friends and found you on a grand adventure. Sailing across the pacific must be incrediable. Certainly the photos are.

Happy sailing,

Brandi Baltzer (Thorkelsen)

Hey John

Craig and Laura here, we have been trying to get in touch with you for years. How are you? Let us know you are OK and if we can get in touch with you. We Miss You...

Craig

Dear Heather & John, thnx 4 sharing your travel & sailing adventures with us via your beautiful website. a few years ago my wife & I had a 6 mnths sailinghoneymoon with our Ranger 32... Your story brings a smile on our face! bestregards Niels & Mariette (Holland)

Hey Tinsman - you look FANTASTIC! I love what you're doing and can't wait to catch up when you make landfall for a longer period of time

THE PHOTOES ARE WONDERFULL AND YOU AHVE BEAUTIFUL LOOKS AND ESPECIALLY EYES.

Nice Boat, nice site.

Hi from NZ We are all home and fighting frost in the Vineyard Weather is fine and warm hope all is well Vanuatu. Andrew

Just finished my weekly check of your site and happy all is well and you both are still having fun. Take care and I love you both. kay

Merrily, merrily, merrily, merrily! Hope you two are having a sweet time down under. We're drinking some Kelly's Revenge Syrah - an Aussie libation - in your honor tonight. Enjoy the dreamtime.

Glad to see you are still travelling the earth. Drop us a line when you get a chance.

hi !
I decided to look my archives, and it did not be sorry. very much it is possible to find interesting, good that your site are accessible

Hello John,
Talked to Jim the other day and he said you asked about me--thanks--maybe I wouldn't want to hear what he had to say.
Have enjoyed following your voyage---must be wonderful in Australia. I had author Steve Isham from Tasmania visit my school and present a program to all grades. He was very interesting and I enjoyed chatting with him.
Keep safe.
Mary Anne

Nice Site, very cool

Oh my Gawd! Look what a little ol' internet search for "John Rand" and "Pacific" turned up! You fabulous thing--of *course* you are sailing the world with a wonderful woman looking for a better way to live. I just loved seeing all the pictures of you two--all smiles of course--against the backdrop of clear, blue skies with drinks in hand. Fabulous, dearheart. I am so happy for you! It has been years, of course, so I'll not update here (we must catch up sometime and I'll tell you of husband and little sprout and fun-filled life as southern mama), but in the meantime I'll just check in every now and again and read the words of the wise and worldly on this page. Have fun you two! Oh and Heather--congratulations on landing ol' Jack--I don't have to tell you what a splendid person he is! Would love to meet you someday.

Much love,
Sara

Hey Stinky Butts!
So glad to hear that you guys made it safely to OZ! Hope you guys have a magical Christmas and New Year...

Love you and miss you tons!!!

Besitos,
XOXOX

Gnatty

That is right of Rugby Fame

G'day mates!
'ows it down under? Lemme know 'en ye meet 'ole Crocodile Dundee.
Congratulations!
Dave and Hanako

Hey you guys I do not know you but have heard of your journey through Jennie Scott. I have sailed and race boats with the dream of making a passage. You guys are the American Dream. The courage to step off our hamster wheel lives and dowhat most would not give more than a passing thought to. Would love to meet you at some point. Ride it like you stole it! Best wishes for a safe journey. -Bob

Browsing the network and found your site. Claudia and I are updating our ranger 32 (Blitz) to go cruising on the east coast next year. Best of luck with your adventures.

What a masterful work. Congratulations. With your permission I would like to share your site with the teachers in my school district who are teaching digital graphics and animation.

Yo Kidz,
Just droppped by web site to check on yer progress accross the pond. I would kill for the fish you guys are getting to mau. MMMMM. Shoot me an email when you can so I can catch up. Hugs, kisses and ass spanking from L3 and Demon.

I'm Envious! Be safe- have FUN.
All the Best,
Forrest

aloha guys, i have met the greatest people through the wonderful world of sailing. may your travels continue to bring good tidings. you're an inspiration, hope to catch up in some foriegn local. aloha troy

Hey guys - visiting with your mom (Abbie) and just looking at your photos. Looks like you guys are having fun!! Take Care - come see me when you get in the states. Look forward to meeting you heather.

Lots of Love!!
Abbie

Holas, Ninos:

Hear you're nearing "civilization" and am wondering how that will feel after all your time wandering the planet. We've got ourselves one hell of a mess with a presidential election about a month out. Incredible that anyone could vote for Dubya after all the deception, corruption, havoc, and death he has wrought on the planet.

Am missing you and planning the next dinner party. Can't wait to see you.

Much love,
Mamalina

Hey y'all. Been reading adventure stories and figured I'd google you up. Good to hear you two are still having fun and are safe. The website is a great way to keep track. Keep in touch and take care.

Jason.

Hey guys. I've been enjoying the progress reports - it sounds like you're having a great time! Maybe I _should_ have sailed ol' Physeter a bit farther than Catalina - you never know what you're gonna see!
You're certainly not missing much being away from Dutch. Cold, cloudy weather, and a bit of rain - summer out here just isn't all it's cracked up to be. Good times though. Be safe out there,
Paul.

Hey you!
Funny you just popped up in my mind. That happens every now and then. Glad to see you got out and away from the claws of the eagle. Its nice to be truly free isn't it! Hows the sushi out there?

JapanDave

ola mommacita! you guys look absolutely fabulous! seeing your face brings a great smile to mine. i hope that we will eventually reunite, you've always been such an inspiration. until then, stay beautiful, be careful and remember how much you're loved.

Hey Folks!! Have you made a typo in reporting your position?? You're half way to Hawaii at 10 degrees above the equator. I think you meant 10 degrees below the equator -- the Marquesas.

Mama Pat

We're enjoying your story, good job on the news and info!

We're new owners of an old Ranger 32 in SB and impressed by what you're doing on the boat!

Good adventures and thanks for sharing!

Grant and Raegan.

Hi Heather & John

You guys look great out there. Good luck in your adventure and may God bring you home safely.
Heather look forward to seeing you during the holidays? Love, Aunt Shirley

Dear Heather and nephew John, I am so proud of you both!! What a great adventure. . . . and believe me I am happy to be an armchair traveler on this trip. I have loved all the pictures and especially to see you both looking good, healthy and happy. Be careful and take care of each other.

Heather, I haven't had the pleasure of meeting you but have heard nothing but wonderful and glowing reports. I look forward to meeting you next time y'all are home. That would be Christmas?
Until then be safe and God speed.

Love you lots, Kay

Hi guys,

It was nice meeting you in Isabela,
We were on Estrela del Mar tourist boat (trying to help you get some fresh water).
I just looked in my notes and found the name Dancyn, which you gave us, thanks. Great web site you have.
I realy enjoys reading your notes Heather, it is a book quality writing !

take care

Michael

Hi Heather: It is nice to see someone enjoy themselves along with hard work. I use to work with your Mom at Manatt. Happy sailing. I will log on from time to time to see you in your happy trails.

Good Luck! Best wishes!

Yvette

Dearest babies...loved and special ones......yes, you will always be our special babies.......we are sitting on the back porch...Cassie ensconced on a pillow, our wine glasses in hand, and ....silly Saturday night smiles on our faces....Ray Charles (tributes tonight) on the radio instead of the usual Lake Wobegon and Kerrison....we are so not cool but we have great reasons for celebration tonight.........Can you believe it, ya'll have crossed the Pacific, some 3000 miles, in only a 32 foot boat, with your determination, skills carefully developed on the high seas...love for each other and each other's passion and passions..good job....well done.... You both are such a point of pride....Thanks for being you, for being so strong, for being so adventure-some, for being true to your convictions and your dreams....I hope you can find a birth on terra firma for tonight's rest, some good fruit and fish to ward off scurvy or rickets, and a safe harbor for Dancyn...we love you, are thinking of you fondly.... and with great pride...love and kisses, momma and boyd

Just to hello and to find more about you people

Red Rider and Juan...we, too, are tracking and living vicariously though your adventures on the web ...Miss you, be careful and be safe....love and kisses from the home front...The equador party pics are my personal favorites, 2nd only to the hat party....XXOO ...Mom and Boyd

Hola, Ninos,

Reading your blog, tracking your boat, trying to imagine your experience.

Have you heard about the new low-CARB diet due out later this year?

NO Cheney
NO Ashcroft
NO Rumsfeld
NO Bush

and absolutely NO Rice!

Just read of a pirate attack between Panama and the Galaps; glad to hear you're traveling in a pack.

You are two very brave people. I love you. Be safe.

ohh my, ohh my,The Skipper and Gilligan have done so well! I'll let you two debate over who is who. Keep on keeping on! Hey have you guys seen a trouser trout? :) Or even the infamous bearded clams of the Pacific. A little fish humor!

Hi ya kids,
I am living vicariously through your adventures. You make me proud! Keep on movin and collecting the landmark moments and memories.

Big hug and kiss to you both-
Sapna

hiya kids! i've just found this place out - even though i haven't responded to your loooong emails, i'm thinking of you both lots. will i ever see you again??? hope so... luv, lara

Heather might want to rethink this trip with JR. I hear he only has nine fingers that really work.

Someone has to have fun! Look forward to seeing you all again and hearing some stories. Best of Luck, Alaska is waiting.

I am so proud of you guys!!!!! Thanks for letting us stop by in Baja, what a trip! Take care of yo'selves.

I'm jealous. Good luck. See you in Charleston when you get off that smelly boat.
Chaz