Oct 28, 2017

A slow day for us. Foggy in the morning, turning to overcast. No wind to speak of, a little cool but comfortable. There were patches of blue late in the afternoon, still no wind, quite nice.

I had oatmeal and pineapple for breakfast, early, in the Horizon Food Court. The staff hovered, constantly asking if they could bring more coffee-juice-water-tea… I joined Jim later for cappuccino and scones later in the International Café.

Some wandering, and we ended up in the theatre for line dancing. Jim sat out but I paired up with a tiny older Chinese lady who giggled the whole time. The instructor played “his” song – “come on girls, let’s go!” Fun and sweaty, learning The Hustle.

We split up then; Jim to access the Internet Café, me to sit outside and read.

We then searched the boat for each other. I left a note in the room, said I’d give it one more search of the Lido deck and then was going to lunch. He found the note, went to the wrong deck but we found each other there. “Our eyes met across the room”.

Had lunch at the Horizon Café, typical steam table stuff. Had a medley of desserts – the jello was the best. They looked good, though.

Went back to the room for reading and naps.

Around 4 o’clock, we went downstairs to the Atrium bar to hear an excellent classical trio from Budapest and have a couple of drinks. Finished two crossword puzzles then watched the gatherings of “formal night” cruisers posing for their formal portraits. Lots for sparkly ladies and resigned men.  

Canapes in the room again! We lounged a bit, changed into our formal wear, which is black pants, and had dinner in the Horizon. Nothing particularly notable, although the pineapple flambé was “interesting”.

We moved on to the Princess Theatre for a performance of “What a night”, a mix of Cole Porter tunes – Thoroughly Modern Millie, Diamonds are a Girl’s Best Friend, Let’s Fall in Love, etc. It was well performed but dull. Maybe we’re too jaded? It lacked excitement somehow.

Both of us were worn out at that point so we called it an early night and went to bed. 

As always, stay TOONED.....