It’s amazing how fast we get back in our rhythm here on the ship, and with what experiences we bring back to the community. Morocco, as you read yesterday was a blur, and getting back on the ship was a great relief.
I slept a lot last night, catching up on all the sleep I missed while in port. It’s tough to justify sleeping, you know?
Today classes resumed. We are already beginning to study and learn about the history of the African continent. As you probably know it has a troubled past, and still a violent present. The Captain informed us that we will be stopping in Dakar on the western coast of Africa for a day soon to bunker for fuel before continuing south to Namibia.
How cool, right? No big deal, just pulling off here in Dakar before continuing down the coast of AFRICA. Our lives are too good.
Took part in post-port reflections today, a chance for people to share stories and anecdotes about their trips. I shared some of my Moroccan realizations. I can’t even tell you how amazing this shipboard family is, it’s a very supportive unit.
I got letters today!!! Everyone in Ms. Berman’s class back in Virginia wrote me personalized letters about who they were, what their interests are, their travel experiences, etc. I was so happy to see and read them. If you’re reading this, guys, I’ll be writing you back and mailing them from Namibia in a few days, so you should be hearing from me soon! It was a pleasure to meet you all through your letters!
I had a great Shabbat dinner and service with everyone tonight. One of the guys, Jonathon, who led the service made a pretty good remark: ‘this is the fastest service I’ve ever led…we’re going about 20 knots.”I also heard that matza will be purchased by ISE in Hong Kong for our Passover stint, which should make things a lot easier.
Other than that, getting back in my routine is really nice. I’m in love with the ship, as you can tell, so it’s just good to be home.
Talk tomorrow,
Greg.
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