Seasick Sailor

How about a stockyard of thousands of wine bottles?

Good morning (evening for you) dear sis! 🤎🫰 I really wanted to go to the Toyama Glass Art Museum. But it is 22 miles from Port, and MSH doesn't feel up to it today. 😮‍💨 I don't want to go alone. (The Points of Interest sheets closest point of interest is 14 miles) So I'm switching gears, taking the 20 minute shuttle downtown and find something of interest! Internet decided to take a break today!

Thankful Captain Mark got us docked this morning. It was touch and go there for a moment. Strong current and winds. And oh look! We are docked next to.. (drum roll) A dump!

We were invited to join Rich and Sue at Music Trivia tonight. Rich knew the song names and artist's. I think we added a song. Rich is AMAZING!!

We were able to talk with @jettaleea and her DH after dinner tonight. They are a delightful couple, very interesting, and we hope to spend more time with them. I had Chef Morimoto tuna tonight.. awesome. Allen had the filet and what appeared to be a teeny weeny piece of crab in top. We went on the rear aft Lido for sail away and it was beautiful. A misty rain fell but we were covered. A fun day!

I love the MLK quote. He had some beautiful quotes and messages through the years. My DS had her first Zomita infusion today for her post cancer care. Hoping she tolerates it. Prayers for our dear Roy. So thankful he has family support. Omgoodness.. prayers for each and everyone on our prayer list. @Haljo1935 have a fabulous cruise! You deserve it sister! Thinking of you Jacqui and prayers lifted for your health and well-being. Love to Ivan. Here is Oliver, waiting for Elizabeth to take him for a ride on Elvis. Have a great day!!

This morning Captain Mark had to do an about face to dock at Sakaiminato port , a tight turn in the Strait. Welp, as I mentioned we are the furthest forward deck 5 cabin. As the Captain was turning, our cabin was shaking and I left the bathroom for a few minutes because the mirror was vibrating so hard. Next I know, our water bottles slid off the counter and my cosmetics fell off the bathroom shelf. So much so that my lipstick broke and rolled across the floor. That was a mess.. Allen didn't want to go to town, so I walked over to the Walmart-like store and bought some cards and a new tube of lipstick. Half our crew were shopping!

Chef showing his love symbols (hearts)

Ramen soup, shrimp 3 ways, sea bass, bok choy, fried rice, sorbet, cappuccino. The Ramen soup was outstanding and I was so full, I hardly ate much of the sea bass. Allen ate 1 each of his shrimp. Chef Morimoto was with us tonight. He was a lot of fun.

Sandi, I just sent an email to our buddy Bobby asking about the change.

Last night's party/band at the Lido pool and Captain Mark already returned from Seattle and back at the helm. Tonight we are having dinner in the Pinnacle Grill for Morimoto by the Sea. Chef is onboard with us for a few days, and I'm sure he will drop by for a visit tonight.

Great pictures Rich. Allen and I had an emotional morning there today. Also, our cab driver had a beautiful cab with lace seats and tried so hard to speak English with us. He actually thanked us for talking with him.

I noted a few posts ago you can get yen at the front desk. I googled the exchange rate and it was dead on. Also in many ports so far there is an exchange in the terminal. I didn't use it, so don't know if there's a charge. The 7-11 is just like our ATM at home. No worries! Oh! Speaking of! Gotta head down and get more yen!

Lena and George

Here on Westerdam tonight: