Sailing to Africa

Hello everyone!

I think it would be safe to say that this trip from Tenerife,
Canary Islands to Tema, Ghana has been one of the most eventful sails
yet! The first day I spotted a pod of dolphins while sitting on the
observation deck. The observation deck has been the one place on this
ship that I am able to go and relax, take time for myself and zone out
on the ocean. It has been the place where I have done the most learning
both educationally and personally.

The second day sailing was uneventful as far as marine life goes.
But it was wonderful because i spent the whole day on the top deck sun
bathing, catching up with friends as well as catching up on the readings
for my classes.

The third day sailing was the most eventful. I saw three different
pods of dolphins, two turtles and a feeding frenzy of fish.. which only
means there was a predator under the water. It was amazing. I have not
seen that much marine life in such a short time. I was on the
observation deck for about 2 hours and was able to spot all these
animals. During lunch me and some friends spotted three small fishing
boats in the middle of the ocean. Each boat carried one to two men. It
was insane seeing something like that so far off shore. Once the sun set
and I was about to head to bed I noticed all the deck lights on the ship
were turned off... so I decided to venture back up to the observation
deck to see the stars. It was hands down the best night sky I have ever
seen. It was absolutely breath taking! I can not even come up with words
to describe it. It was wonderful!

Today (the fourth day) I am currently taking a break from studying.
I have a test tomorrow in my Global Studies class... I am pretty
nervous about.. But I did have the realization that I would not want to
be studying anywhere else. I am on the top deck, sun tanning and
enjoying the beautiful African sun!!

Love you all!