August 11, 2024
I have said Farewell to friends and family a thousand times over the last few months! Also have used the words hope and hopefully more than any other, while trying to maintain a smiling face.
Dinner in the City with cousin Cathy and Peggy. It was a twofold celebration. Peggy also has big changes coming - she is moving to Bainbridge Island in Seattle, Washington! Oh, I know she is going to miss our Hugs!!!
Hope to see both these buddies visiting on the ship soon!
Today we are in the second largest city in all of Indonesia, Surabaya. The Port is huge and busy, as there are tons of freightors and ferries here. We had a warm welcome when we pulled in yesterday evening.
More FUN with the Elephants ! Washing this gentle creature was so special. The handlers at the Sanctuary are so informative and caring and took sooo many pictures for us!
MASON'S ELEPHANT SANTUARY was a little slice of Heaven! in crazy, congested Bali ! I really wanted to treat the Spa Manager Stacy and our Entertainment Manager Kelly, to a fun, non-stressful event that they could truly enjoy! Stacy had never seen elephants before and her squeal of delight, when we first laid eyes on them was pure joy!