Beauty Is In The Eye.

It has been 11 years since I first cruised to Alaska. I know most people are amazed by the size of the glaciers, and the dirt and the colour and of course the cold. Somethings change slowly, and that is certainly true of Alaska. There are more tourists than I remember, more ships and a lot more jewelry stores. The scenery is stunning, and I found myself mesmerized by the islands and the ice flows. The sky was stormy so I managed to take dozens of photos. I doubt they will ever make it to the cover of a magazine, but they mean a great deal to me. The breath-taking beauty remains.
This trip was both nostalgic, and healing. I was able to find a good friend who needed a break. Her husband kindly drove us to the ship and smiled as he picked us up after shopping all week. Thanks Chuck, I owe you! We giggled and clapped along with singers, ate the best food on the high seas, and relaxed in the spa with facials, pedicures and the whole shmear. Yep, I even had a massage by a guy, well a kid really. I'm sure he's younger than my kids.
We met some wonderful Christians on this trip. Since Dr David Jeremiah was hosting a group on this tour, there were many others not on the tour like ourselves who were very open about our faith. I can't remember ever feeling so connected on a cruise. Even the staff who are Christian were open about their faith. I only heard one or two snide remarks about the "bible carrying" guests.
Any way I return to reality tomorrow. Legal stuff, realestate, and a new windshield will take up most of this week. On the upside, a lady I met in Mexico City in May has asked to meet for lunch soon. That will be more fun to look forward to.