Cairo, Pyramids, and Camels

Happy Sunday One and All,

Egypt was a great experience. The day began at 2am for me. We met in the Queen's Room and then boarded launches that took us ashore. We had to wait till everyone was on their respective bus. There were 7 buses on this expedition. Once everyone was in place each with their respective armed security in suit and tie. We had an escort to Cairo. We were then taken to the Meridian Hotel for breakfast. I dined n the patio overlooking the pool, palm trees and the pyramids. It was spectacular. I looked more than I ate. Got on the bus and went to visit three big, rally big pyramids and the Sphinx. It was an overwhelming experience including a camel ride for yours truly. I'll show pictures when I see you all. Getting on and off is an trip in itself. We visited another pyramid site and went in side to see the design of the interior. The art was impressive. To think all this was done over 2500 years ago is impressive in itself. We then went to a magnificent hotel, again overlooking the pyramids. As we got off the bus we were greeted with musicians playing the Grand March from Aida. That was only the beginning. We ate in the grand ballroom, which looked like something out of a hollywood movie set, complete with eight gigantic chandeliers, red wallpaper, lots of gold and big wooden doors. Beautiful to say the least, again great pictures of the pyramids. We were then taken to a shop to help improve the local economy.

We then went to Port Said to board the ship. We didn't get back to 7:18pm. I had Mass scheduled for 7:15. Need less to say I did a lot of running around and began Mass at 7:30. It was a day and a half. But a day I truly enjoyed.

Today we are sailing the Med. Tomorrow we are in Athens for another day of adventure. After Athens, we are off to Rome. Hopefully, I will spend part of the day in the Sistine Chapel. We are then off to Lisbon with a trip to Fatima. After that we head to Southampton. The end of a World Cruise that was spectacular. I can not believe this aspect of my journey is coming to an end. I have found the Queen Elizabeth to be very comfortable and home like. At the end of a given excursion I long to get "home" for the comfort of the ship and familiar surroundings.

Once back at Southampton and I say so long to the many folk I got to know over these 100 + days. I then take off for the Canary Islands for 11 days and then 5 days in London. This is and has been a fabulous trip and I have enjoyed every moment of it. I have indeed been blessed and I am most grateful for all who have made it happen, not the least being the God of my life. Life is good and beautiful. I am fortunate to have been able to live the life given me to the fullest. I am happy that I can share this aspect of life through my eyes with you. My prayer is that you too have enjoyed this trip.

Take care,

Love,
Bill