Your first ocean crossing

[Joseph]

Hi,

for the last few years I have either posted inquiries as a beginner or offered the typical "crew available" speech.

Well finally things aligned and I will soon depart on an Indian Ocean crossing with 4 other crew on a 60ft sail boat, from east to west. I was in the right place, right time. It will be my first time doing such a long trip and am very excited for many reasons. It will be a challenge in many ways and I am super keen in learning along the way.

Just wanted to hear about your first ocean crossing, how you felt at the completion, how much you learned, and how it influenced you after.

Cheers