We are back home now and are recovering from our "ship lag". We are enjoying going through our pictures and unpacking our few souvenirs. The cats are very happy we have returned, and they now take turns sitting on top of the car making sure we don't leave again. If you are just starting to read this Blog, make sure you start at the beginning of the Blog entries.
The Queen Mary 2 pulled into our Brooklyn Port about 3:30 and picked up the "Harbour Master" who escorted the ship into the Harbour with the Commodore. We were inching our way in at 12 knots and finally arrived at our final destination about 5:30am. When we arrived on the Deck 7 Promenade we saw the most beautiful view of Manhattan and the Statue of Liberty with the sunrise reflecting on the skyline.
We opted to disembark ourselves with no assistance, which enabled us to leave the ship at 6:30. By 7:00 we secured our car, and were on the road again driving towards home through Brooklyn and Queens. 3 hours later we arrived home to be greeted by two large, lonely black cats. When people ask us "What is the favorite part of your trip?" we find it difficult to answer. Everything was our favorite part. Hands down the best part was visiting with our hosts and friends. Their hospitality, sense of humor, fantastic conversation, and vast historical knowledge amazed us and made us enjoy our entire visit. Visiting historical sites was just a bonus! We can't thank Lyn and Steve Parsons, and Julie and Stewart King enough for everything they did to make our vacation perfect! We are excited to have them visit us, and give them a special holiday in the great Northeast.
Thanks to all of you who religiously followed our Blog and sent messages while we were on our trip. We are excited to be home and plan our next Queen Mary2 excursion.
Cheers Mate!
