You could tell from the lack of a great sunrise, that today was going to be a rainy one. Not only rainy, but windy as well. The swells were running deep enough to make deck walking difficult. Starting the day in Club Orange was good as always. Having a mimosa seemed to brighten our moods a bit. Truthfully, this has been the first voyage that we have had so much rain. Guess we have been lucky. Sort of feel bad for the folks that have traveled from much colder climates to enjoy the sun here.
We took our morning walk outside and happened to talk to a couple that were in line with us on the last Covid testing day. We had shared our story about me testing positive 10 days ago, and the wife said she was terrified of the same result. We wished them luck, and that was that. Talking to them today, we found out that she did in fact test positive that morning, with a follow-up test in her room. Lucky for her, the second test was negative. Guess that happens often. We're not sure if they are on for another cruise. If not, there will be no more tests for them.
The shore excursion team were in the process of selling tours to the ABC islands coming up. Then there was a shopping talk for these same ports. Hoping to get the advertised free charm, I went to the gal's desk to ask for one. She said that was yesterday, and she did not have any with her. But if I watched for her tomorrow, she would be happy to give me one. Barb lucked out in the beginning, when she was given a set of charms, probably by a different sales lady. Then she gave us a coupon to use ashore for another charm. We have done that on past cruises, only to find out the free charm is their way to try to sell you something else. In other words, it comes with strings to entice you to buy more. Sometimes it is not worth the trouble. One thing we have noticed is that with the ships at half capacity, the sales pressure is so much more than normal.
Turned out to be a good day for flying fish-watching from our veranda. We were treated to flights of all sizes, mostly the tiny ones. But it is the larger ones that will go the distance, skimming the tops of the waves before diving. As long as there are no boobies, these fish will pop up more often to spread their "wings".
There were plenty of activities to keep folks busy today. For us, we had two long walks outside, lunch in the Lido, and a fine dinner in the dining room. All five of us were present, and we all ordered the coconut crusted meatballs. Nicoise salads were good, and our entrees of veal weinerschnitzel and sliced chicken with rigatoni were tasty. Barb had tiny slices of beef, like London broil, and two desserts. By the way, we have new waiters again after having the same fellows for two voyages. That is their plan to make things fair for all of the servers. Our table is located at the very back of the room, at a window. Therefore, our waiters have a long walk to wait on us. So beginning last Sunday, we have two new guys, that have to make that long walk. Barb loves to tease them that she has to train them all over again. But she is right.
We will not get to Bonaire until 11am, so it will be like a sea day with the restaurants opening up at 8am. Even though we just put the clocks ahead one hour yesterday, it leaves you feeling tired. Or maybe it is the rocking and rolling of the ship that lulls you to sleep.
Bill & Mary Ann
Wednesday, February 16, 2022
Report #60 Day At Sea En-Route To Bonaire Tuesday- February 15, 2022 Gale Force Winds & Deep Swells With Rain & Sun 79 Degrees
