Conditions have not improved very much since yesterday’s rough ride. We did get an extra half hour sleep, because we had turned the clocks back that pesty ½ hour. With all of the rocking and rolling, the only time we don’t mind it, is when we are tucked in for the night.
During breakfast this morning, Captain Jonathon came on the speakers and announced that our arrival to Kangaroo Island will be delayed until noon tomorrow. He had reduced the speed of the ship to keep it safer and more comfortable for the guests. And of course, that was necessary because of the sea conditions we are experiencing. If this remains like it is today, there is no way the Captain will take a chance tendering folks ashore. We learned from Asep, one of the head waiters, that the winds exceeded 125 knots during the night. A couple of chairs actually blew over the back deck, a rumor we had heard yesterday. It was a miracle that only one accident with plate ware happened in the dining room last night. We’re surprised that more people have not had falls. But then, time will tell.
Our day was fairly laid back. It has been weeks since we have been able to go to deck 8 and enjoy the sun. In one way it is nice to be able to visit with folks we know, such as Allan and Sandra who joined the ship in Sydney. Lots of catching up to do.
America’s Test Kitchen prepared oven-roasted salmon today. If we liked salmon, which we seldom eat, it would be a great class.
The morning guest speaker, Alan Wright, must have had a full crowd today, since no one was allowed outside to walk the lower promenade deck. Even we did not go under the tape. We did peek out on deck 8, to find that only the smokers were out there. A crew was preparing to clean the pool decking, which was flooded anyway.
There was a sapphires and pink diamonds presentation today – a grand unveiling. And like we said previously, you have to know your gemstones before you invest in these things.
We met Barb for lunch, and did notice that the dining room was pretty full. Probably due to the fact that the ship was rolling, and the Lido would get the worst of it. During his PM talk, the Captain said pretty much what he said earlier. He will not say that we are not going to Kangaroo Island for sure. Now that the hours have been reduced, we figure that by the time they get the folks ashore, they will have to start back shortly afterwards. All aboard is 5:30pm. Will we make it, or won’t we? That is the question on everybody’s lips.
We watched a TV movie late this afternoon. And did not do much more. We knew we were having company for dinner, so we made it a point to arrive before 8pm. Susie and Woody were about the last to arrive, and we think they had a fine time. One of us ordered the wiener schnitzel, and the other a tataki beef salad. We shared a lasagna entrée, but we still think it is too meaty for us. Not enough noodles and little sauce. Oh well, we try this item every year in hopes it will be better. Not quite yet…..
As we were leaving the dining room, the last again, the waiters were placing every dish, glass, pitcher, and vases on the floor, covering them with napkins. Looks like they are seriously expecting a very turbulent evening.
This is also a good reason to feature a comedian, Paul Adams, in the show lounge. His description was – everything you ever or never wanted to know about the comedian you never heard of. Funny yet? Wonder who makes these descriptions up?
Bill & Mary Ann
