Later this week, I will be heading down to Queens to meet with RQS and take her to the theater. We will be seeing Sarah Millican perform at the Beacon Theater in NYC. From there, we will be going back to her place to pick up some luggage, and then go to my house for a couple of evenings before spending a night in New Jersey. I'll be all over the place when I'd rather be spending time near home.
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In December 2021, I met a woman who cruises at least 3-4 times each year. Last year, she made it both to Africa and Antarctica. This year, it's a couple of Alaska cruises, with an east coast run later in the year. Next year, it's off to Australia and then a partial crossing of the Pacific. I am very envious! But then, I am trying to figure out ways that I can afford to sail more often than I do.
I've been writing notes about the things I've learned about cruising and plan to start writing a blog about my travels. It is something that will keep my mind active, as well as give me a reason to keep up my travels. Although I have sailed 10-11 times, I feel that I have exhausted many of the typical North American cruise experiences on the major cruise lines. Caribbean islands all seem to have forts, shopping districts, and beaches. The New England/Canada route tends to become repetitive after a couple of sailings. And the Alaska route could have a "been there, done that" feel after a cruise there. Hawaii stands out only because of the travel needed to reach these islands in the middle of the pacific. And yet, it's not a cruise that may hold one's interest after a second trip. So, it'll be a good thing to expand my horizons and travel further afield.
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Being busy may mean different things to different people. To me, being busy is more the idea of keeping one's mind occupied than one's body occupied. I keep myself busy by planning trips and writing about my experiences - especially those regarding life as a transgender person. As long as I have things to look forward to, I hope to keep myself busy by preparing for those things to happen. It should be a good time....
