Monday 23^rd March 2015 – Day at Sea.

It was a quiet sea day. Nothing of interest entertainment wise – not even choir, as the lovely Catherine (Cunard singer) has gone home after being diagnosed with an oesophageal ulcer. Lee is carrying on with the choir but we will give it a miss this leg.

Nesta spent all day getting the previous four days written into the diary and Ian sorted out naming the photos and updating the blog.

We did go to the restaurant for dinner – it has been such a long time since we were there that Robert (our waiter) introduced himself to us again!

In the daily information, Nesta noticed a special promotion for an “earthing pedicure”. The blurb said “Reconnect to the natural energy of the earth (has no-one told them we’re on a ship?) With a warm stone massage and grounding flip flops which are yours to take home complimentary with every service - which costs $150” Well! Not even the prospect of “free” flip flops tempted her!

 

Tuesday 24^th March 2015 – Day at Sea.

The clocks went back last night by an hour – so we are on GMT+12 (at least for a day)

At last, we had some interesting lectures to attend. Forensic Dentist, Judith Hinchliffe, gave a very good lecture about how dental records help identify and repatriate victims of disasters like the 2004 Tsunami. Although the subject matter was serious she injected “survivors humour” into her presentation and we look forward to her next presentations.

Dr Ingrid Visser then discussed the phenomenon of stranded whales and dolphins. She debunked a lot of the “weird” explanations as to why these creatures sometimes get stranded ashore and was passionate about the need to rescue as many animals as possible. Another person who’s next lecture we look forward to.

In the afternoon there was the “groovy choir” again - where passengers gather in the Grand Lobby and sing songs from the last 50 years. We enjoyed it – but not as much as last time.

In the evening we went and watched “Star of London’s West End” Richard Gauntlett… No, we hadn’t heard of him either – but he was brilliant! At last, a comedian who was funny. Add to this the fact that he was an escapologist, a juggler, a singer and a dancer and it makes you wonder how some people get famous whilst other talented people don’t.

Tomorrow, Gary, Jennifer and Dianne get back on board so Nesta phoned Hazel (the Events Organiser) to arrange for balloons, a card and decorations to be put in their new stateroom to welcome them back!