Hello!
This is Sarah! I finally had a chance to sit down and write something, so here it goes! We have been going non-stop, exhilarating and exhausting at the same time! Thursday was very hectic. Leaving Miami was intense and emotional, it was raining lightly but we still enjoyed being outside as the ship left the port. I yelled “Light Speed to Endor!” And then wished (as always) for my own R2D2!
We ended up leaving Miami on Thursday instead of Friday so we had to book it to the nearest CVS to pick up toiletries… I am so glad we made it because the ship store has yet to open and we would have been S.O.L. without shampoo!
Nathan and I by chance had lunch yesterday on the outside deck with one of the faculty members that I am working with. The faculty member is a former whistle blower on arms deals in South Africa and his wife (also on the ship) is recently retired (after 22 years) as the personal assistant to Desmond Tutu. I was amazed at their life experience, their kindness, and their activist spirit! This moment was probably just another lunch to them, but to me it was awesome! Just thought I would share this brief moment with all of you because it was so special and something that I will always remember… it is also very indicative of what life is like here on the ship. The faculty and staff are extremely talented and intelligent, every moment with them is interesting.
I was very seasick last night, but once the meds kicked in (two hours later) I felt much better! Of course today everyone said they were land sick :) Our cabin is becoming more and more like home. We have put pictures up of family and friends so that I can see all of your lovely faces! Shaving my legs in that tiny shower was crazy, something that all of the women have laughed about! The ocean is beautiful and I am so blessed to be here!
We have been working/training from 8:00am to 10:00pm or 11:00pm, but today was a much appreciated short day! Today we had meetings until noon. Nathan and I were able to walk around the Bahamas and do a bit of sight seeing. Then we met up with some other staff members to have lunch at the Hard Rock Café and wander by the water. We were back on the ship for the parent’s reception at 4:00pm, which was quite interesting… every parent wanted to see a cabin (they were unable to do so.) I gave a few tours of the ship for parents, although I am still learning my way around! After the parent’s reception I worked on door decs, welcome letter, bulletin boards, etc. Of course my wonderful hubby was there to help me! As Nate and I were putting up flyers I realized, “oh crap the students move-in tomorrow!” It is finally starting to become real.
I was selected as a trip leader for an overnight trip in Morocco and an overnight trip to Bangkok Thailand. I know this will be a lot of work but I just can’t wait to go!
I miss everyone very much. I will write more later. Tonight I am off to bed because we begin at 7:00am tomorrow! The students check in at 8:00am, then they have life boat drills, orientation and sea meetings… then we set sail for Espana (Spain)! I am still very very apprehensive about crossing the Atlantic, but I just can’t wait to be in Spain again!
Dad and Moms (all three)- we are thinking of you and love you very much.
This is Sarah! I finally had a chance to sit down and write something, so here it goes! We have been going non-stop, exhilarating and exhausting at the same time! Thursday was very hectic. Leaving Miami was intense and emotional, it was raining lightly but we still enjoyed being outside as the ship left the port. I yelled “Light Speed to Endor!” And then wished (as always) for my own R2D2!
We ended up leaving Miami on Thursday instead of Friday so we had to book it to the nearest CVS to pick up toiletries… I am so glad we made it because the ship store has yet to open and we would have been S.O.L. without shampoo!
Nathan and I by chance had lunch yesterday on the outside deck with one of the faculty members that I am working with. The faculty member is a former whistle blower on arms deals in South Africa and his wife (also on the ship) is recently retired (after 22 years) as the personal assistant to Desmond Tutu. I was amazed at their life experience, their kindness, and their activist spirit! This moment was probably just another lunch to them, but to me it was awesome! Just thought I would share this brief moment with all of you because it was so special and something that I will always remember… it is also very indicative of what life is like here on the ship. The faculty and staff are extremely talented and intelligent, every moment with them is interesting.
I was very seasick last night, but once the meds kicked in (two hours later) I felt much better! Of course today everyone said they were land sick :) Our cabin is becoming more and more like home. We have put pictures up of family and friends so that I can see all of your lovely faces! Shaving my legs in that tiny shower was crazy, something that all of the women have laughed about! The ocean is beautiful and I am so blessed to be here!
We have been working/training from 8:00am to 10:00pm or 11:00pm, but today was a much appreciated short day! Today we had meetings until noon. Nathan and I were able to walk around the Bahamas and do a bit of sight seeing. Then we met up with some other staff members to have lunch at the Hard Rock Café and wander by the water. We were back on the ship for the parent’s reception at 4:00pm, which was quite interesting… every parent wanted to see a cabin (they were unable to do so.) I gave a few tours of the ship for parents, although I am still learning my way around! After the parent’s reception I worked on door decs, welcome letter, bulletin boards, etc. Of course my wonderful hubby was there to help me! As Nate and I were putting up flyers I realized, “oh crap the students move-in tomorrow!” It is finally starting to become real.
I was selected as a trip leader for an overnight trip in Morocco and an overnight trip to Bangkok Thailand. I know this will be a lot of work but I just can’t wait to go!
I miss everyone very much. I will write more later. Tonight I am off to bed because we begin at 7:00am tomorrow! The students check in at 8:00am, then they have life boat drills, orientation and sea meetings… then we set sail for Espana (Spain)! I am still very very apprehensive about crossing the Atlantic, but I just can’t wait to be in Spain again!
Dad and Moms (all three)- we are thinking of you and love you very much.
Here is a photo of some of the other LLCs and myself in the Bahamas:
From the left: Jason, Shirl, Andrea, Sarah, and Brad.
Love, Sarah
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