The skipper writes: Helsinki is behind us now and it did us proud. We spent a couple of nights berthed on the historic island of Soumenlinna, a short ferry ride from the city centre. Its a beautiful place and felt clean and ordered after the chaos of St Petersburg.
There is a poignant air onboard today as last night we said goodbye to our friends on Ocean Spirit of Moray. The ship continues in the race but only after a complete change of crew, skipper and afterguard included. They threw a modest little party to celebrate their coming second in their class and it was nice to share our stories.
Things move on so farewell to Ian, Stewart, Magda, and Laura.... a swan doesn't forget a mate and we will see you all next time!
We are now threading our way leaving a tracery through a myriad of small islands, each beautiful but each remote. This is how it will be for us now until Turku, our little band of swans. Music and mayhem await I'm sure but for now everything is peaceful......
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