GO GIRL!

Things have progressed quite quickly since the last update, Audeamus has reached the magical milestone of 1000nm (nautical miles) and at this time of updating it stands at 1034nm. They are now only 237nm behind the lead boat and the prediction is that they will catch them up around 28th. May and arrive in Mauritius around the 15th June. NOTE there is still a long way to go - another 2/3rds of the Indian Ocean. Please visit a new site set up for Audeamus www.mt-hood.com. This site gives you speed indicators and predictions when she is due to arrive (the site is still growing and looking good)
Many, many thanks to all who are sending Helen messages of support, she really appreciates these. We spoke to Helen yesterday (13th May) she has had a couple of days when her spirit was low due to being wet and cold, as they have had some rough weather (and she thought "WHAT THE HELL AM I DOING HERE") but she now sounds much better now, the sun is shinning althought the sea is still rough, all the crew are supporting each other. Anyone who knows Helen, will know how dedicated and single minded she can be and this will see her through.
Many thanks to Jonathan at Suffolk Free Press for the update on Helen and the row but please note that my name is Hazel not ALEX!!!! not sure where that came from?
We are now thinking of booking flights to Mauritius, can't wait to see her.
Don't forget she is still trying to raise money for Scope Short Breaks in Bury St Edmunds - you can donate by visiting www.justgiving.com/indianoceanrow.
We will update soon.