At 5:30 p.m. Saturday evening we were at 02-36S 143-53W steering 141M at 7.3 kts. Seas remain friendly. Midday temperatures are running about 86 and nights 82. Water is 84. Humidity has dropped remarkably since leaving the ITCZ. On our last visit to so cal we picked up some carne asada from a place in Costa Mesa that my brother John showed us. So, last night we had wonderful tostadas. We have been learning star constellations during these very clear nights. It is no wonder so many cruising boats are named after them. Boat, equipment and sailors are functioning well. Dick and Gail Barnes Aboard Ice Dancer Nordhavn 50 #22