MO goes Around the World

The usual “at sea” routine. Maybe an early lecture or round table, a bridge lesson at 11(working on responses to 2 club opening), trivia at 12:30, lunch and then a bridge game from 2-4 pm. Saturday evening’s performance in the Cabaret Lounge was by a wonderful young guitarist named Emilio.

At 11:36 AM Sunday the equator was crossed. King Neptune came and the pollywogs including Joe and me became shellbacks.

Monday’s bridge lesson was 2 club openings (Gail will be glad that I now know what 2 diamonds waiting means). My partner Linda and I won the sanctioned games twice. So I have earned .94 master points if I decide to rejoin ACBL.

Dinner last night was in Aquafina, the ship’s specialty Italian restaurant. Unfortunately my dish came with a visit from the Executive Chef. But the hazelnut soufflé for dessert made up for the main dish oops.

The late show entertainment was the Cruise Director, Eric deGray. Eric is a seasoned entertainer. His resume includes an undergraduate degree in bassoon musical performance, figure skating, ice shows and musical theatre. This was his final show until Segment 6 as he is disembarking in Lima for vacation. But what a performance! His rendition of ABBA’s “Dancing Queen” is like no other as he performs on roller skates on a small dance floor. But I think he could use a new costume. Is Stefan reading?

Tuesday’s excursion is a Ceviche Cooking class. Stay tuned…