Just ”we’re here”

From the time I spotted land, to when we anchored time stood still in some way. I just stared at the islands getting closer and closer. The green mountains began to have cliffs, trees and bushes. We sailed almost all the way in until the sun set around 20.00 and I decided to throw the engine in gear so the auto helm could steer us there and I could just sit and watch the moon, outline of coastline and lights from the town, Atuoana, come closer. I hailed the port captain but since it was evening, no answer. Instead another sailboat answered and let me know that they had just left their anchorage and if we wanted to brave going all the way into bay there was a spot. I said, ” I’m too tired and will throw the anchor in outside of breakwater”.. we had a bit of a chat and then it was time for us to do just that…. Throw the anchor in, after 28 days! It wasn’t long before the champagne appeared and celebrations started! Except, I’m tired so I am OUT! I completed leg 2 in my journey.