One point under FORCE 10 (Storm) Wind speed, 47 to 48 knots.
Over 1500 passengers were sea sick, fell over and broke bones, or had stitches in their wounds.
We missed our first port to visit, because we had crossed so slowly, across the English Channel and the Bay, we were too late to call in there. To put it in perspective, the Pools were all drained, coat hangers and clothes had to be lain down, the window blinds hanging across the cabins, water sloshing out of the loo.
All doors to the exterior were shut down, many areas out of bounds, and the waves were breaking over floors 15 up. !!
Me, I took all the medication as and when the Consultant told me, and I was well, and thought it one of the most exciting things I have ever done, but I did feel sorry for those poorly folk. It was totally awesome, It is hard to realise the strength of the Oceans, until you have been there. The lowest Force was 5, which is 17-21 Wind speed knots. I have still got my sealegs on, and keep lurching around, but I do that alot anyway. The kitchen (where I am now sitting, is swaying very nicely
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My worst experience (which again is fairly normal) was not being able to hear anybody, and the noise in the Gales was horrendous, but so was the continual music everywhere.
The trips we did manage were great, although it was grey and drizzly, but warm. Did a 3 hour tuk-tuk ride and another 3.5 hours walking trip, and a sedate horse and carriage ride, followed by another walk.
I went to alot of the entertainment, some good, some not. Saunered, steamed, jacuzzied, etc etc, and ate enough food to feed a starving nation. Weight gain, three quarters of a pound !!!!
Nice to be home though, and chatter to you all, and tell you my adventure. I must admit I do feel proud of myself.
Two things that really made me laugh, Me in Lift, A daddy gets in with kid pickng nose, oi, says Dad, Stop that and press the lift button (thats why I never press ANY buttons when I am out.) Second one, French people gathering for a march, with banners etc, I looked across and gave them thumbs-up, they all did the same, and gave me big cheers. The man sitting opposite, in the carriage, said, Oh, what are they going to march about. I replied, I haven't got a clue
Thanks if you have taken time to read this. Regards, Mrs Bouquet
