Windy family sail to the bridge

Blowing about 15 kn from the south with gusts of 25. Pretty calm in the mooring field, barely able to maintain steerage, but very lively in J bay. L minded E but was able to hold helm while I put reefs in. J continues to be helpful and interested, released and took up jib sheets, helpful ferrying to and from cabin. With two reefs and jib partially curled, we were very comfortable on beams and close reaches. Overcast on our way back in but rain mostly held off until evening after all. We went to the beach after our sail.