Two last sea days. Speeding along over the bay of biscay to try and stay in front of the storm . The ship was a bit rock and roll but not the worst we've had. To be honest its mid november and we were we sat out on deck (in a summer dress) having a night cap.... the wind was behind the ship and we were in a sheltered spot - the sea was quite choppy and consquently noisy - no-one else was on deck and it was really very splendid.
Dr Fred gave his last talk to quite a busy audience. It was, as usual, well received. It was his stars and sand talk Which is always quiet amusing, and just gives a different slant on the whole topic of Astronomy.
In the afternoon, as it was the last sea day all our 'collegues' were holding events to showcase the work they had been with guests on board over the last few weeks. We helped out the drama group by filming their performance - bit nerve wracking but we think it will be okay😀
and then went to have a look at the art show which was very nicely presented...
Our non stop entertainment for the afternoon finished with the Balmoral choir and ukelele show....
We ate early and then went to the captains goodbye cocktail party. Always an occasion for the odd free drink and also an opportunity to swap details with other people we've met on the cruise. All the speakers and teachers have finished off lectures, classes, exhibitions.... So everybody is in a bit of a end of term party mode. So we all had a few drinks, a meal and were looking forward to the extra stop in Honfleur the next day.
Good to know all the sand counting is being put to good use! (Steve's still waiting on a verdict on the fineness of Saharan sand!).
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