Written at 415pm, Wednesday 5 September on Crown Princess at 36°9.55′ N, 73°8.82′ W
Well, we’re back in temperate regions, and it’s a nice warm (not hot), not too humid day. It’s the first day that I’ve been really comfortable outside since embarkation day.
It’s been a good cruise, but I think I’ve definitely established that I’m not a hot-weather person.
Things are a little hectic onboard, with last minute sales, and a long line at the passenger services desk. Luggage has started to appear outside in the hallway, and my wife is trying to figure out how the heck to get all the stuff she picked up enroute into her luggage.
With the cool-down in weather, I’ve spent a fair amount of time outside, either sitting or walking the Promenade, or out on our balcony. Probably the best thing about the trip from my perspective has simply been being able to sit and watch the water, and do nothing.
I realize that’s not to everyone’s taste, but considering how unpredictable and chaotic real life is for me, it’s been a welcome change. But, I am looking forward to getting back home, seeing whether our cat and dog remember us, and getting back to work.
Before the cruise, I had been “warned” by a coworker that it was her impression that there is a “cruising cult,” folks who think that cruising is the best thing on earth. And, while our experience on Crown Princess has satisfied our vacation goals (traveling, getting away, and being flexible enough to accommodate the randomness of my wife’s fibromyalgia), I do wish we had been able to partake in a bit more of what was offered.
That’s not a failing on Princess’ part, mind you…it’s just an artifact of our unique lives.
Still, this has been a very enjoyable experience….but our next cruise will probably wait until we’re better able to enjoy the cruise’s festivities, and will be to someplace that isn’t so danged hot.
In all likelihood this is the last “on the ship” post I’ll write and queue up. (Just looked at the posting queue…geez it’s going to take a while to clear.) However, I’ll probably post about disembarkation once we’re home, and I’ll share a link to the cruise photos in the photo gallery once I’ve uploaded them.