Today was my return to Ketchikan (the salmon capitol of the world). On the dock to welcome passengers at 7am. By 8.15 I was on a tour bus heading to a native village and then a tour of an old salmon cannery that was in operation from the early 1900’s thru 1950’s. The tour ended with a lovely boat ride on a 78 degree day of the harbor watching eagles soar and the gorgeous coastline.
Back to the Zaandam and a live presentation on stage at 3.30pm. I fret about this all day and I do ‘OK’ but not my favorite part of the job. I am a better ad-libber than a speech giver. But, I get through it and hope to greatly improve, FAST.
The buffets are amazing. I am cutting back after my first week of French fries and desserts. My clothes were getting to tight. I still eat too much, but I am trying.
Today I was having a difficult time with NOT being able to make phone calls and email when I want. I miss you very much and I am feeling a bit isolated. There are 2,000 people near me at all times, but I am lonely for conversation and connections.
I do LOVE interacting with the Guests and those conversations. They are spontaneous and fun. I learn a little bit more every day and can schmooze my way through them pretty much.
It is a great gig and l like it very much. Just so much to learn and get used to. I still pinch myself when I realize I am working on a cruise ship after dreaming about it for such a long time.
Time to get to ‘desk duty’ from 6-8pm and then come back to my room to study for tomorrow in Juneau. The day starts at 8am and my presentation is at 8pm, so another long day.
I share my desk with Anthony who worked for QVC shopping network in London and Natalya, a very gorgeous Russian young Lady and tonight we chatted for quite a while. That helped me end the day on a high note. That, plus very nice Guests.
Tomorrow I expect to go on a shore excursion in Juneau. I like the Salmon bake or Canoe ride to a glacier. Not a bad job.
I miss you though very much.
