It's been over a month since my last post. A lot has happened since, some of which I do not care to go into detail about. Lets just say, the expression "what doesn't kill you, makes you stronger" is quite accurate. Over the past few weeks, I feel like I've been constantly tried and tested, just waiting for something to break me. I sit and write this today, much more confident, stronger, and more clear headed than I have felt in some time.
Thanksgiving has come and passed, reminding me just how thankful I am for the amazing support system that lay behind me. I feel truly blessed each and every day to have such an amazing family I can count on without hesitation. Seldon and Mark's Engagement party was a huge success. Those two are so incredibly fortunate to have found one another, as well as such amazing friends. I visited Boston just a week ago to spend the weekend with four of my closest girlfriends. I can't begin to describe just how much I needed to share that time with them, to remind myself that I too have such amazing friends that I can honestly say will continue to be my friends for life. It's unfortunate how some friendships seem to fizzle out over time. While this is so, the strongest of friendships survive, leaving us each with a select few that we can count on in any situation.
It's always difficult saying goodbye to my friends and family as I return to work, and inevitably leave the country for another season on the boat. This very minute, I am once again in the middle of the ocean headed towards Sint Maarten for the start of our Caribbean season. While the weather has not been ideal and most of the crew has given into the feeling of sea sickness, I'm keeping my head up knowing I will soon be barefoot on a beach, working on my winter tan. There are so many things I love about my job, for instance: I get to avoid winters and spend my days in my most favorite place, the water. A drawback to this job include missing family and friends, as well as holidays each year. This season, I was fortunate enough to go home for Thanksgiving but will be missing my second Christmas and New Years in a row. We pick up a charter the day after Christmas through New Years, therefore I think we will stay just busy enough that the feeling of loneliness and longing will be but a mere blip on the radar. We have a long season ahead of us, so I am ready to get it started! Arrival to SXM on Wednesday gives us five days for final arrangements before our guests arrive, as well as those five afternoons to re acquaint myself with the beach and all its glory!
It's going to be another busy season... Come Away With Me and see for yourself.
Your blog has been a pleasure to read so far, I like your outlook on life and the things that come your way. You always have such a positive view and tackle your challenges with grace. Working on the Huntress sounds like an amazing opportunity, the things you must see while at sea and on these far away shores. I hope someday I get such an opportunity! I look forward to reading more as you continue your second journey across the oceans. Keep up the good blogging!
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