Wednesday, May 5, 2010
March 8, 2010 added afterwards
March 8, 2010
Today I went to the Captain's story time about "Ballasting". It was very pleasant, but a lot of what he told us, went over my head. No problem with that, it was still interesting enough, not to fall asleep.
After that, Ross and I wanted to go in the net, but it was closed off. So I went to ask the second officer if we could use it. Luckily for us, the captain was there, and we got the permission. When we were nearly up in the net, I went back, to tell the captain we would be in the left side of the net, so he would know, how to ballast the ship in a proper way.
When I told him, he answered, he had already done that! He has a very good sense of humour, and can take a joke. But is also not afraid to pull your leg though! Love it!
Finally we were both settled in the net. It was great. Just feeling the wind, hearing the water, and see the waves smash against the ship. Lovely.
When we finally got out, we told Amtyor, the second officer, we were done, so he could adjust the ballast again. I do not know if he understood the joke.
After a nice dinner, the day was closed off with a Dance under the Pacific Stars. Followed by star gazing on the top deck.
Walt has an amazing programme on his laptop, showing you everything, what is up in the air. If you ask him to show which stars are above Amsterdam, he can. More and more people are coming to the bridge, to have a look and ask Walt all kind of questions.
In the beginning of the cruise, he went to bed at a quarter past nine! Now, he is one of the last ones, to go to bed. In two weeks time his sister and brother in law will be joining us for the Panama/Sint Maarten Cruise.
Mateo, the cruise director told me, that of the 127 passengers, presently on the ship, 50 will be staying on, and 103 (!) new passengers will be joining us. It will be a crowded ship for the fourteen days, not only that, but the dining room will be very, very noisy with so many passengers. The crew have to work very hard.
When we are in Sint Maarten, we will end up with 85 passengers doing the Transatlantic Crossing. Which is not bad at all. I have heard that most of the passengers will be German. I only hope, they do not know each other, otherwise it will not be that pleasant for the other passengers. We will see.
Ineke
March 7, 2010
At 24.00 hours, the clocks had to be put forward another hour. I think we have half an hour change left, before we reach Panama.
We have done a lot of sailing lately. The speed we are going with runs from 7.2 to 9.5 knots. But we have to catch up a lot of miles, we lost by just motoring.
The weather has been fine. Just an odd rain shower, which lasts about 5 to 10 minutes. The ship has been healing over, so the passengers on the port side are stuck to one side of the bed.
Every day the afternoon activities are ended with the singing of Salve Regina. I must admit, we are getting quit good at it. Most of the time followed by Amazing Grace and We are Sailing. Claus has taken his bagpipes with him, so most of the time, he finished with playing the bagpipe. Some days it goes better than others, but so does our singing!
After dinner we headed for the Tropical Bar, where we enjoyed an evening with Karaoke with Joszef and the Sports Team.
Since the starting of Salve Regina, several people have told me I have a very nice voice. At first I did not believe the first person, who told me. But after three different persons, told me the same, I cannot do anything else, but believe it.
I have a very low voice, and am singing in a different register, than most of the ladies.
Roki and I sang a song of Abba together, and everybody thought, it sounded lovely. We are even thinking of doing another song when we are having the Talent show, later on in the cruise.
It was twelve, before I went to bed, and it took some time before I feel asleep. But we all had a lovely evening.
March 7, 2010, added afterwards
March 7, 2010
This morning a non denominational service was held in the honour of Ann. Most crew members and passengers were present.
The Captain started the service by remembering Ann and he was followed by many persons who recited a sermon in his/her personal belief.
It was very impressive, and after the Crew and Passengers sang "I am sailing", the service was ended. John, Ann's husband, was present and he was very touched by it.
March 6, 2010, added afterwards
March 6, 2010
Yesterday was a very sad day. One of the passengers died. At a certain moment the go to your musterstation signal was heard, and at that moment I was in the Tropical Bar. The bartenders requested everybody to stay were they were, so everybody did. After some time everybody could go their way.
When I was in my cabin, the Captain came on the PA system, asking everybody to come to the top deck, since he had an important message. At that moment, I was just stepping into the shower, so I put on some clothes and went to the top deck.
It was here that Captain Brunon announced that Ann, one of the passengers, passed away. When she and her husband came on the ship, they knew, she was very ill. But still, her deatch was sudden.
Just the day before, I was chatting with Ann. She told me something of her private life and she also showed me some of the needle point she was working on.
She was a lovely lady, and I am sure, she will be missed very much by her husband, children and family.
The next day, about 5 in the morning, Ann was buried at sea. It was what she wanted, as well as what her husband wanted. Is there a better way? I don't think so. They had been many times on the Star Clipper ships, they had been sailing around the States and in Europe.
The whole day there was a quiet atmosphere on the ship, since it has 127 passengers, you do not know everybody, but I was lucky to have met her.
Added afterwards, March 5, 2010
March 5, 2010
The positive about the last couple of days is, the Sue and the Premes, won another quiz. This much to the annoyance of several "gentlemen" passengers!
The day before yesterday, several passengers thought it appropriate to attack the persons,who were asking the questions. Since the questions are asked in both English as in German, it sometimes happens, the answer to the question in English, differs from the one in German. The atmosphere, supposed to be relaxed, since it is just a game, ended up in such a state, that the cruise director has decided to stop the quiz.
In on of the quizzes we had to name the knot, which is used everywhere in the ship. We thought it was a half blend. Big discussion, and finally the quizmaster decided what was the correct answer.
The next day Roki saw Claus, one of the former captains, together with several passengers, checking on the knot. They even had some piece of rope with them, so they could copy the knot in the carpet. Roki took a photo, I am going to ask here a copy, and will show it next time. Just to show you how serious it gets. But the most funny thing is: the knot in the carpet is a non-excisting knot! So all the hassle for nothing.
There apear to be a lot of big ego's on this ship, but without the knowledge that most of the time, comes with it.
The questions are not that difficult. The winning teams have to provide ten general knowledge questions, so what is the deal! Our team started of with Ross, Roki and myself, than Sue came along, then Carla appointed herself as consultant and yesterday Sue two came to join us. We are an all female team, strong women, but most of all, we all have a certain knowledge of specific items, and we compliment each other. Nothing fishy about it, we are just knowledgeable! And we accept an answer from one of the team members, without any discussion. That is our strength.
So, what started off as a nice thing to do, just after afternoon snacks, and before the singing of Salve Regina, is now no longer there. Pity.
I am not going to Tai Chi any longer, I just feel not comfertable. So, one thing I have learnt the last year, is to listen to my body.
If you wonder what I am doing during the day, well, to be honest, not much, but since the ship is keeling over (we are doing 8.5 knots!), it takes a lot of energy to stay upright, and to try to keep your balance. Finally the wind is in our favour, but the sailing causes some problems in the dining room, due to the set up of the tables. Today we were not allowed to take the two chairs, having their back to the low side of the ship. If you tip over, you can easily hurt yourself.
One of the reasons I am not participating in:
deck golf
morning excercises
yoga
walk a mile
is that my knee again popped. Luckily Roki took a knee bandage with her, which she gave me for support. The one I have with me, covers my whole leg. Way to hot for this climate.
Yesterday I had a lovely massage from Chituma, my goodness, how such a small girl can have such strenth. It is amazing.
She treated my knee, and luckily it is no longer painful. But I have to be careful.
Yesterday evening we had a sing song, but instead of all the passengers singing, Danny and Ariel, two of the bartenders, performed. We all enjoyed it very much.
Then Claudia(passenger) and Joey (another bartender)gave a surprise performance. Claudia is from Argentina and is small but really well shaped. She really has a Latin figure.
Then a women, covered in a veil, showed up. Doing all kind of sensual movements, but with what appears an enormous false bosom! Several gentlemen were tapped on the head by their wives, some open mouths were there to be seen, but most of all, they all wanted to be in Joey's place! With his enormous hands he helped Claudia to keep the bosom in it's place. It was very funny, and finally Joey used a pin, and with a big bang, the false bosom was no longer there.
There was a lot of dancing going on, but I went to the top deck, to watch the stars. It was a beautiful night, a lot of stars could be seen. The temperature at nights is a little less than during the day, so still warm. Even with the wind we had.
Tomorrow it is Ross' birthday. She was born in the same year as I was. I have arranged a birthday cake (chocolate) and we will be with 8 passengers at dinner time. Will be a lot of fun. I bought her a funny Star Clipper sun hat. If she doesn't like it, she can change it in the sloop shop for something else.
Yesterday as well, when I was sitting in the Piano bar reading a book, Ricardo, one of the passengers came to me, and asked me if I would appreciate it, if he would play the piano, so he could lull me to sleep. My answer was, of course, please do so, but it can only be till 5 to three, because my massage. No problem.
He played beautifully. He taught himself, I find it amazing. So this morning, I met him, and he will play the piano for me again this afternoon. He is very nice and rather shy.
The best news of yesterday: my Sony e-book reader is brought back to life!
I asked Peter, the head engineer, if he knew if one of the electricians could solve the problem. So, I gave my e-reader, three different cables, and off he went.
In the afternoon he came back, and told me it was fixed! He did something to it, what I still don't know, and charged it through his computer. He told me to get back to him, when it needed charging.
I told him I had my laptop with me, so next time I will take my laptop and e-reader and Peter will show me what to do. So I can finally open one of the26 books I still have to read. To show my appreciation, I gave him three kisses, the captain and first officer were there as well. They looked if they would have liked to be on the receiving end for three kisses as well. Which, if they had asked, I would have been more than willing, to give them!!
To give you an idea what choices we are having for dinner tonight:
- Tomato and mozzarella salad with virgin olive oil and basil
- Small Bouillabaisse
- Cream of vegetable soup served with garlic croutons
- Chardonnay sorbet
- Fillet of Sole meunier style
- Duck breast in a delicate orange sauce
- Veal Parmigiana
- Crispy Iceberg lettuce with grated Zucchini and sherry vinegar dressing
- A selection of international cheeses served with fresh fruit and biscuits
- Coffee and hazelnut parfait
- Ice cream
The executive Chef is Danilo Silvano and the Maire d'Hotel is Kemik Carullah.
Since I have a lactose intolerancy, Kemik always makes sure, that I have a special desert each night and he also informs me if there is a course, which I cannot have. We have known each other for about 8 years, and I really appreciate the effort he is taking. He takes good care of me and, of course, of other passengers.
I usually take only the soup, the main course and the dessert. Since dinner takes place from 07.30 in the evening, I can't eat more without having trouble to go to sleep.
This week we will start with a backgammon competition. I asked Ross to show me the rules. I have played it years ago, so I am thinking of joining the competition. Will let you know in time.
Well, that will be it for today.
Take care and I hope to be able to stay in touch with my blog. If not, you just have to be patient.
Ineke
The positive about the last couple of days is, the Sue and the Premes, won another quiz. This much to the annoyance of several "gentlemen" passengers!
The day before yesterday, several passengers thought it appropriate to attack the persons,who were asking the questions. Since the questions are asked in both English as in German, it sometimes happens, the answer to the question in English, differs from the one in German. The atmosphere, supposed to be relaxed, since it is just a game, ended up in such a state, that the cruise director has decided to stop the quiz.
In on of the quizzes we had to name the knot, which is used everywhere in the ship. We thought it was a half blend. Big discussion, and finally the quizmaster decided what was the correct answer.
The next day Roki saw Claus, one of the former captains, together with several passengers, checking on the knot. They even had some piece of rope with them, so they could copy the knot in the carpet. Roki took a photo, I am going to ask here a copy, and will show it next time. Just to show you how serious it gets. But the most funny thing is: the knot in the carpet is a non-excisting knot! So all the hassle for nothing.
There apear to be a lot of big ego's on this ship, but without the knowledge that most of the time, comes with it.
The questions are not that difficult. The winning teams have to provide ten general knowledge questions, so what is the deal! Our team started of with Ross, Roki and myself, than Sue came along, then Carla appointed herself as consultant and yesterday Sue two came to join us. We are an all female team, strong women, but most of all, we all have a certain knowledge of specific items, and we compliment each other. Nothing fishy about it, we are just knowledgeable! And we accept an answer from one of the team members, without any discussion. That is our strength.
So, what started off as a nice thing to do, just after afternoon snacks, and before the singing of Salve Regina, is now no longer there. Pity.
I am not going to Tai Chi any longer, I just feel not comfertable. So, one thing I have learnt the last year, is to listen to my body.
If you wonder what I am doing during the day, well, to be honest, not much, but since the ship is keeling over (we are doing 8.5 knots!), it takes a lot of energy to stay upright, and to try to keep your balance. Finally the wind is in our favour, but the sailing causes some problems in the dining room, due to the set up of the tables. Today we were not allowed to take the two chairs, having their back to the low side of the ship. If you tip over, you can easily hurt yourself.
One of the reasons I am not participating in:
deck golf
morning excercises
yoga
walk a mile
is that my knee again popped. Luckily Roki took a knee bandage with her, which she gave me for support. The one I have with me, covers my whole leg. Way to hot for this climate.
Yesterday I had a lovely massage from Chituma, my goodness, how such a small girl can have such strenth. It is amazing.
She treated my knee, and luckily it is no longer painful. But I have to be careful.
Yesterday evening we had a sing song, but instead of all the passengers singing, Danny and Ariel, two of the bartenders, performed. We all enjoyed it very much.
Then Claudia(passenger) and Joey (another bartender)gave a surprise performance. Claudia is from Argentina and is small but really well shaped. She really has a Latin figure.
Then a women, covered in a veil, showed up. Doing all kind of sensual movements, but with what appears an enormous false bosom! Several gentlemen were tapped on the head by their wives, some open mouths were there to be seen, but most of all, they all wanted to be in Joey's place! With his enormous hands he helped Claudia to keep the bosom in it's place. It was very funny, and finally Joey used a pin, and with a big bang, the false bosom was no longer there.
There was a lot of dancing going on, but I went to the top deck, to watch the stars. It was a beautiful night, a lot of stars could be seen. The temperature at nights is a little less than during the day, so still warm. Even with the wind we had.
Tomorrow it is Ross' birthday. She was born in the same year as I was. I have arranged a birthday cake (chocolate) and we will be with 8 passengers at dinner time. Will be a lot of fun. I bought her a funny Star Clipper sun hat. If she doesn't like it, she can change it in the sloop shop for something else.
Yesterday as well, when I was sitting in the Piano bar reading a book, Ricardo, one of the passengers came to me, and asked me if I would appreciate it, if he would play the piano, so he could lull me to sleep. My answer was, of course, please do so, but it can only be till 5 to three, because my massage. No problem.
He played beautifully. He taught himself, I find it amazing. So this morning, I met him, and he will play the piano for me again this afternoon. He is very nice and rather shy.
The best news of yesterday: my Sony e-book reader is brought back to life!
I asked Peter, the head engineer, if he knew if one of the electricians could solve the problem. So, I gave my e-reader, three different cables, and off he went.
In the afternoon he came back, and told me it was fixed! He did something to it, what I still don't know, and charged it through his computer. He told me to get back to him, when it needed charging.
I told him I had my laptop with me, so next time I will take my laptop and e-reader and Peter will show me what to do. So I can finally open one of the26 books I still have to read. To show my appreciation, I gave him three kisses, the captain and first officer were there as well. They looked if they would have liked to be on the receiving end for three kisses as well. Which, if they had asked, I would have been more than willing, to give them!!
To give you an idea what choices we are having for dinner tonight:
- Tomato and mozzarella salad with virgin olive oil and basil
- Small Bouillabaisse
- Cream of vegetable soup served with garlic croutons
- Chardonnay sorbet
- Fillet of Sole meunier style
- Duck breast in a delicate orange sauce
- Veal Parmigiana
- Crispy Iceberg lettuce with grated Zucchini and sherry vinegar dressing
- A selection of international cheeses served with fresh fruit and biscuits
- Coffee and hazelnut parfait
- Ice cream
The executive Chef is Danilo Silvano and the Maire d'Hotel is Kemik Carullah.
Since I have a lactose intolerancy, Kemik always makes sure, that I have a special desert each night and he also informs me if there is a course, which I cannot have. We have known each other for about 8 years, and I really appreciate the effort he is taking. He takes good care of me and, of course, of other passengers.
I usually take only the soup, the main course and the dessert. Since dinner takes place from 07.30 in the evening, I can't eat more without having trouble to go to sleep.
This week we will start with a backgammon competition. I asked Ross to show me the rules. I have played it years ago, so I am thinking of joining the competition. Will let you know in time.
Well, that will be it for today.
Take care and I hope to be able to stay in touch with my blog. If not, you just have to be patient.
Ineke
Missing days in March added
Hello everybody,
When I was checking my blog, I was reading it backwards, to refresh my memory, I noticed some pages were missing!
Luckily I kept a copy on my laptop, so you can now read the days in March which were missing.
Be aware there is one message which covers the untimely death of Ann, a lovely lady.
In the meantime I am trying to get back to a normal life. Which I find not that easy, I must admit. I do miss Ruth and the crew a lot, as indeed some of the other passengers. Being at home with no other company than some plants, is quite boring. So, at the beginning of next week, most of my washing and ironing should be finished, I am going to look for another job.
I hope to sort out my photo's during the weekend, I still have to add all 46 email addresses from the Gang of 47 group, if that has been done, I am planning to send all of them the few photo's I have myself, of the ceremony. Please be patient.
If some of the previous passengers are reading my blog, please send me the photo's you think are nice and/or funny and should not be missed in my collection.
If, on the other hand, you want to know if I have some photo's of a special occassion, please let me know. What I have put into my blog, is a very small amount of the photo's I have taken.
In the meantime, take care.
Ineke
Saturday, May 1, 2010
Nice and goodbye to the Star Flyer
At the moment I am in the hotel, trying to get to grips with the fact, that after 76 days !!!!! I am on my own again, nobody to talk to, just heaps and heaps of fond memories.
Ruth and I were both itchy this morning, we don't like to say goodbye to so many nice crewmembers. They really give you the feeling, you are part of the family.
At the railing we received the VIP treatment: Captain Brunon, Mariusz the Chief mate, Mateo the hotel manager, Oleg officer on watch and Eldrin, the crewmember handling the gangway. Many, many hugs were exchanged, not to speak about the kisses. They all wished us a good trip home and hoped to see us again very soon. The goodbyes started last night and went on this morning in the dining room. Saying goodbye to Kemik, Daniel (Benjamin), Godwin, Daniel, Iwan, Darwin (who took care of my sunny sides up nearly every day to perfection), the pastry chef who made me delicious desserts day after day, and Aime was not easy. When you are so long on the ship you get to know them very well, you'll exchange information of your family, they do that as well about their home situation. It bonds.
We took our last Prosecco at the bar and thanked Danny for his songs, his jokes and I personally thanked him for telling me I have a lovely voice! I sang with him last night, the final version of "Sway with me". It was also a personal thank you to someone, who made this trip a very special one. Yesterday I could sing it the way I wanted it, the day before, during the talent show, my nerves got the better of me.
We also said goodbye to Joey, Ashton (I hope your so called cold is gone now we both are no longer there!) and Ariel.
When we left the ship, we hugged each other, emotions flying around everywhere. We headed off to the exit, and were nearly there, when we discovered we did not take our suitcases! So back we went. We waved to everybody on the ship and ordered a taxi, to bring Ruth to the trainstation in Monaco, and me to my hotel at the airport in Nice. It was again a tearful goodbye at the trainstation.
I really feel if I have lost my soul. Will take some time to get adjusted to normal life again.
I want to thank Ruth for the daily Tai Chi lessons. It really helped me a lot and I will do it at home with the help of your dvd! Miss you already!
I know Ruth will do the crossing from Athens to Sint Maarten this fall on the Clipper, but I honestly have no idea if and when I will be able to do another crossing and/or long trip. My priority at this moment is finding a new job. For the ones who are reading this blog, please keep your fingers crossed I will succeed. If so, I will let you know.
My flight home is tomorrow morning, and I hope to be back home at about one. Friends of mine, who have been taking care of my house and the mail, will be picking me up. And then in the evening I have to prepare a dinner for the first time in 80 days! My goodness, come to think of it, it is Sunday, no shops open, and I have no idea if and what I will find in my freezer. I am not going to worry about it now.
Although the amount of food on the ship is endless, having three meals a day, not to mention the afternoon snack and the midnight snack (which I have never eaten), I still managed to loose weight! I always do when I am on the ships. Being at sea, being on the ship, probably activates my system. I am not on a diet, other than lactose free, but always manage to loose weight. I should be on board for another year. Nobody will recognize me!
Keeping your balance when seas are rough, takes a lot of energy, the last week was the exception. The sea was as flat as a pancake. I sometimes even wondered if we were moving.
Well, Muslim now has time to change the carpet in "my" cabin, he can take away the extra mattress and the person who will stay in "my" cabin, can do so nicely since in Cadiz (I think) the new mattress arrived.
I have not made many photo's this last trip, so as soon as I receive some from Ruth I will post them in my blog. If we went ashore, it most of the time was just for a short period of time.
Yesterday, when we were in St. Tropez, we had the sundeck to ourselves. Just the two of us! Could not get any better.
Well, I am closing of now. Just my first impressions of a new day of my life.
I hope Captain Brunon and his crew are doing fine at the moment. They are having another survey going on today. Captain Yuri will be arriving in Nice in the afternoon, to take over from Brunon.
When the take over is finished, Captain Brunon and some other crew members, can finally go home for a very well deserved rest period.
In the meantime, thank you again for reading my blog. As soon as I am at home I will try to finalise it and add some names to the photo's which are already on my blog.
Take care.
Ineke
Just a message for Sophie. Wish you all the best and goodluck with the draw for your maritime education. I know you will make a good captain in the future!
Ruth and I were both itchy this morning, we don't like to say goodbye to so many nice crewmembers. They really give you the feeling, you are part of the family.
At the railing we received the VIP treatment: Captain Brunon, Mariusz the Chief mate, Mateo the hotel manager, Oleg officer on watch and Eldrin, the crewmember handling the gangway. Many, many hugs were exchanged, not to speak about the kisses. They all wished us a good trip home and hoped to see us again very soon. The goodbyes started last night and went on this morning in the dining room. Saying goodbye to Kemik, Daniel (Benjamin), Godwin, Daniel, Iwan, Darwin (who took care of my sunny sides up nearly every day to perfection), the pastry chef who made me delicious desserts day after day, and Aime was not easy. When you are so long on the ship you get to know them very well, you'll exchange information of your family, they do that as well about their home situation. It bonds.
We took our last Prosecco at the bar and thanked Danny for his songs, his jokes and I personally thanked him for telling me I have a lovely voice! I sang with him last night, the final version of "Sway with me". It was also a personal thank you to someone, who made this trip a very special one. Yesterday I could sing it the way I wanted it, the day before, during the talent show, my nerves got the better of me.
We also said goodbye to Joey, Ashton (I hope your so called cold is gone now we both are no longer there!) and Ariel.
When we left the ship, we hugged each other, emotions flying around everywhere. We headed off to the exit, and were nearly there, when we discovered we did not take our suitcases! So back we went. We waved to everybody on the ship and ordered a taxi, to bring Ruth to the trainstation in Monaco, and me to my hotel at the airport in Nice. It was again a tearful goodbye at the trainstation.
I really feel if I have lost my soul. Will take some time to get adjusted to normal life again.
I want to thank Ruth for the daily Tai Chi lessons. It really helped me a lot and I will do it at home with the help of your dvd! Miss you already!
I know Ruth will do the crossing from Athens to Sint Maarten this fall on the Clipper, but I honestly have no idea if and when I will be able to do another crossing and/or long trip. My priority at this moment is finding a new job. For the ones who are reading this blog, please keep your fingers crossed I will succeed. If so, I will let you know.
My flight home is tomorrow morning, and I hope to be back home at about one. Friends of mine, who have been taking care of my house and the mail, will be picking me up. And then in the evening I have to prepare a dinner for the first time in 80 days! My goodness, come to think of it, it is Sunday, no shops open, and I have no idea if and what I will find in my freezer. I am not going to worry about it now.
Although the amount of food on the ship is endless, having three meals a day, not to mention the afternoon snack and the midnight snack (which I have never eaten), I still managed to loose weight! I always do when I am on the ships. Being at sea, being on the ship, probably activates my system. I am not on a diet, other than lactose free, but always manage to loose weight. I should be on board for another year. Nobody will recognize me!
Keeping your balance when seas are rough, takes a lot of energy, the last week was the exception. The sea was as flat as a pancake. I sometimes even wondered if we were moving.
Well, Muslim now has time to change the carpet in "my" cabin, he can take away the extra mattress and the person who will stay in "my" cabin, can do so nicely since in Cadiz (I think) the new mattress arrived.
I have not made many photo's this last trip, so as soon as I receive some from Ruth I will post them in my blog. If we went ashore, it most of the time was just for a short period of time.
Yesterday, when we were in St. Tropez, we had the sundeck to ourselves. Just the two of us! Could not get any better.
Well, I am closing of now. Just my first impressions of a new day of my life.
I hope Captain Brunon and his crew are doing fine at the moment. They are having another survey going on today. Captain Yuri will be arriving in Nice in the afternoon, to take over from Brunon.
When the take over is finished, Captain Brunon and some other crew members, can finally go home for a very well deserved rest period.
In the meantime, thank you again for reading my blog. As soon as I am at home I will try to finalise it and add some names to the photo's which are already on my blog.
Take care.
Ineke
Just a message for Sophie. Wish you all the best and goodluck with the draw for your maritime education. I know you will make a good captain in the future!
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