After our last report we started up the second large electrical generator at the platform, ignited two of the diesel heaters, installed the rig, pipe rack, and casing pipe, and set up the platform electrical system and and lit the platform lights for the first time. Then, five days ago, we worked through the day and into the night--until midnight--to raise the rig's derrick and secure the tarp over the top of the derrick and platform. It was a calm day and evening, and we made the decision to work overtime to finish this task that critically depended on the weather. It was a good day capping a stretch of solid progress. The next day was a day off for all, but by the evening a strong north wind had begun to blow. It strengthened and continued over four days. With the storm raging, visibility low and large snow drifts forming, were able to reach the platform only with difficulty. We wondered how the platform, derrick and tarps would fare in their first real weather test, but they met the challenge with only a few minor problems. We are working to address them and complete the setup of the remaining platform and drilling systems.