Hello,
My expectations for this stop were not
high; perhaps that is why I was quite impressed. I did not know much of the
history. Prince Albert the first contributed quite a bit to the world of
science, especially in the area of the ocean. It was a beautiful sunny day for
the included walking tour. The current prince went past us twice in his car
escorted by motorcycles with sirens blasting. We also witnessed the changing of
the guard which was accomplished with a bit of drums, marching, and ceremony.
We learned a bit about the robust
economy and how life is for the original inhabitants. Generally it is populated
by very wealthy outsiders. Princess Grace is much admired and revered here as
she played a crucial role in settling a tax issue with France.
The many blooming flowers were an
unexpected winter treat. The sea is a beautiful contrast to the rather steep
shoreline.
Back on the ship we had a leisurely
lunch before Leroy and I headed off to the spa to soak in the hot tub followed
by time in the therapy pool. I could feel myself relax as I settled into the
water pulsing around me in the therapy pool.
As we were leaving this spot we
visited a little with a man who was the director of the fitness area. I
commented on how loud the music was this morning in the fitness room. Another
woman had complained to me about it. I did find a control so I could turn it
off in the place I was doing yoga, but it was still blaring in the machine
area. This man told me that I needed to learn to meditate with any type of
environment by noticing noises and then they would fade into the recesses of my
mind. I will have to work on that.
Paula
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