About a month ago, Danny walked in the door with a question. The conversation went something like this:
Him: My mom wants to go on an Alaskan cruise. Can you do it?
Me: Hmmm. Fifteen hundred retirees and buffets three times a day? I think I have to work, bummzies.
Him: That sucks because we’re going whale watching, dog sledding, and stuffing our faces with crab and salmon all week.
Me (pause): Animals, Omega 3, and fall clothes? And 1,500 retirees? I think I can get it off, after all. Where do I sign?
I knew it would be a tough sell with my mom (who is also my business partner), but I’m not one to turn down travel and, after all, all those icebergs will probably melt away before I have a change to take my own retirement cruise (global warming and whatnot). Luckily, she agreed, and off to Vancouver I went for the second time this month.
We boarded the massive ship and quietly slipped along the tree-lined west coastline of Canada, destination: Alaska. We bundled up like Eskimos and caught up on neglected reads, enjoying the scenery from our balcony.
Just typical August attire...no bikini weather here.
Can't say I've ever been so excited to run on a treadmill! Of course we skipped the napkin folding and balloon making classes and headed straight for the outdoor adventures.
I've always wanted to model a splash skirt and life jacket. Just kidding.
More flattering outfits, this time for water rafting in the freezing cold glacier water (we left the cameras in the dry container)
After a long day of sensory overload, we retired back to our balcony with Bailys & hot chocolate for an amazing sunset.
I think I like it here.
Thanks Layla for the amazing pics!
Loved it, you brought me right back to Alaska! Going to miss this trip so much :)
ReplyDeleteI loved and enjoyed your story and the pictures!
ReplyDeleteI had a great time with you guys :)