For the last three days you were able to see
Me cruising from Sidney to Cairns at sea,

On board you might guess,
Of the Pacific Princess.

With three people from Oregon I arrived late,
Just before they were ready to close the gate.

My stateroom was perfect mid ship,
And Omar had made sure I could eat and have a sip

And be merry,
While drinking chilled wine and eating a chocolate covered berry

My steward told me for sure,
For every inconvenience she had a cure.

Soon Carlos the Maître D called to greet,
And hopes this evening we will meet.

Instructed by Omar, hiss boss, to look out for me,
And keep me happy as can be.

Omar, a neighbor of Frans in Woodland hills is an executive with this fleet
His wife Cindy has arranged our travels and takes care of every need.

I unpacked and was settled soon like home,
While from my balcony I viewed the Sidney Opera Dome.

The emergency drill I attended this time
Just in case our Captain would also drink wine

Like the one of a Costa cruise,
That gained fame for the ship he was about to loose.

Dinner on deck while we sailed away,
Out of the Sidney bay.

A robe , slippers and chocolates on my bed,
For this lifestyle there is something to be said

I tried Zumba with zest,
But it was to painful for my radiated breast.

But what the heck
I can walk daily on deck.

My dining table partners are fine,
I can write, rhyme and pay bills on line.

500 minutes free internet till Singapore,
But I an sure I will use a lot more.

The first day I felt a bit uneasy,
As my stomach was a bit queasy

There are no interruptions while I write,
While I enjoy from my balcony this beautiful sight

A surprise disc in my computer case,
Brought tears down my face.

As family and friends let me know,
They love me and are happy I am on the go.

The food is superb Activities galore,
A reason to cruise a lot more.

Elegant ship and friendly staff,
What more to enjoy could I have.

First gala evening since Frans is gone,
During which they played our favored song.

I am not alone cruising the barrier reef,
He is with me I truly believe.