3/24/02

I had hoped to transfer to another ship, because we're repositioning back to Bermuda, and I've already seen it. But the schedule is set. So I'll stay on the Majesty until June 9 (I can't extend three weeks like I'd wanted, either). Then I'll be home for a month, then back out. I'm thinking of just one more contract. That would put me back in San Diego in the beginning of November. I definitely wouldn't go back for another contract unless I could have a long vacation and stay home for the holidays. I'd love to see Alaska or the Mediterranean.

Also, the ship is in dry dock from April 14 through the 25th, or so. This allows the ship to replace, repair, etc. I'M COMING HOME!!! There's no sense in staying on the ship, with everyone else leaving. I'll put in my flight request, which I'll probably have to pay for. It will be great to be home, even if just for ten days. Then when I return, most of the staff and crew will be new, and we'll be sailing from Boston to Bermuda. It will be great.

By the way, there are 60 nations represented on the Majesty. There are 650 employees, and 1600 capacity for passengers. And this is one of the smallest ships in the fleet! Our captain is Greek: Kostas Fafalios.

We're planning to go to a movie next Sunday. Hey, movies are a huge thing when you can't go whenever you want. Today, I went to the mall with some friends, also a big thing. We had a fun time, and now we're emailing and phoning. After this, we're going to have a drink at a cool bar with outside musicians. Then it's off to work. We have Kids Crew orientation and registration. I think I'll be working with 6-9 year olds this week. And, I'm dressing up as the Easter Bunny next weekend! I can't wait. We'll be decorating eggs in program, and we're supposed to get lots of candy candy candy.

My roommate found out that her husband only wanted her for her prestige and riches in Romania, so it's a good thing they weren't married on paper. It's over with them, but she has a boyfriend here. He signed off for vacation and she's transferring next weekend. But they think they'll find a way. I wish them good luck. It's so crazy out here. When Roxy leaves, I'm going to deep clean the cabin and get rid of everything that isn't mine. I know lots of stuff currently in our room is left over from previous roommates. I'll get a new roommate, but not before I can do some Spring Cleaning. I like Roxy, and I wish her the best.

It's very warm in Puerto Rico today. The four seasonal youth counselors (all from Ontario, Canada) are stoked to be out here. Some of them had never seen a palm tree before! It's fun making them feel comfortable here and showing them around.

That's about it from this end. I should be home in three weeks, but I'll let you know when I find out for sure.
Love and hugs, Genoa