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Despite the bad weather, we keep smiling and get tattoos. Ep31
24 de maio de 2024 · 28 min · 7K visualizações · Marquesas Islands
O que este vídeo aborda
Anissia and Tom, currently anchored in the Marquesas Islands, manage daily life and boat maintenance during an extended period of heavy rain and high humidity. While waiting for a weather window to depart for the Tuamotu Archipelago, the couple focuses on cockpit repairs, engine maintenance, and local errands in Taiohae and Tapivai.0:17 Anissia addresses a persistent hand injury, confirming via X-ray at the local hospital that no bones are broken, though recovery remains slow.13:03 The crew also hosts fellow cruisers and spends time getting traditional Marquesan tattoos that symbolize their journey, personal history, and connection to the sea.11:16 To manage water consumption, they collect rainwater using a simple funnel system made from plastic bottles, supplementing their 500-liter fixed tank capacity.6:19 The couple notes that the current persistent rainfall is unusually heavy for the season, complicating routine tasks like laundry and dinghy maintenance.19:55 Despite the challenging weather and the presence of biting sandflies, they continue to prioritize boat upkeep and social connections with the local community.3:49
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