This is as close as I got to setting foot on Mexican soil. Last year, RQS and I reached this Port in better weather, and we decided to stay on board. This year, I have been cruising as Marian, and I didn't want to risk the hassles of getting off the ship in a foreign land as Marian.
I didn't see my new friend this morning, and it's just as well. This was a day where I wanted to prepare for my return trip home. Unlike my flight to LA, I have to make sure that everything I pack in my large suitcase is not needed until I reach New York, as it must be in front of my stateroom door by 8 pm.
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Most of the day, I stayed to myself. Looking at what I did onboard, I didn't take advantage of more than half the "freebies" included in my fare package. Yet, I feel I got my money's worth. Did I need the specialty desserts? No. Did I go to any of the casual restaurants for lunch? Only one - the pizza joint. And I certainly didn't take advantage of the exercise classes. But, when I factor in the fact that virtually everything was paid for up front, the only expenses I incurred were off-ship dining and transportation. That's not bad.
As I write this, I have yet to pick up the three 8"x10" pictures taken of me on this ship. I will post a few in this blog over time. But my main focus over the next few hours will be packing my large suitcase and spending the remainder of my non-refundable credits before they expire. So I doubt I'll have more to say before I leave for New York.
It's been a good trip. But I wish I could have visited my uncle. There's no way I can say, "better luck next year", as he is no longer with us. So I'll sign off for now, and provide a recap with tomorrow's entry.
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