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Finishing up: More time at sea, followed by a visit to Victoria, British Columbia
On 7/1, as we cruised back from Skagway, the seas were a little rough. Can't really tell from this picture, but the waves were reportedly 11 feet.
As one might imagine, not all in the group felt like eating.... :(
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But some did!!
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After dinner, some of us went to see the Stephen Schwartz production of Magic to Do, which was really great.
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After which, in celebration of Canada Day (July 1), not only did Matthew and Alexis get to stay up late, but:
Balloons!!
Woo hoo!!
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And here, while I take off my coat and tie, Merle practices her photography skills.
Next day, more time at sea, but eventually we land for a brief visit to Victoria, British Columbia (Canada) for a brief trip to see Bruchart Gardens.
But first, a quick selfie with Matthew at dinner!!
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The gardens were very beautiful, but here Merle is concentrating on which seeds she might borrow for a minute.
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Because of the ship's schedule, we had time for only a very brief visit.
We had to absorb the beauty quickly.
I got a rash.
:)
Next and final morning, we did what any good cruiser would do:
visit the buffet.
One last sibling meal, for now.
Bye, bye, cruise trip!!
It was fun!!
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