Hello In Transit

I didn't know what to expect from this time in transit between Hong Kong and Shanghai. I am one of less than 100 souls that opted out of traveling overland in China for the time between the two ports. At first, it felt like a punishment, like a cop out. The best choice seemed obvious: get off the ship and don't waste the time you could spend in port on the ship. But then another road less traveled opened up to me. Why not stay on the ship? Save the money, rest up, enjoy some blessed silence and time to do nothing, free of demands. I took the road less traveled (heh heh).

I did the right thing, it turns out. I've really enjoyed this time. I slept in, got a day of spa treatments (I shouldn't have spent the money but it was still less than it would have cost to travel and eat in China for two days.), enjoyed a sit down meal, dressed for dinner twice, and attended an awesome FREE karaoke party. it was maganificent, and I'll be sad to see it end frankly.

Speaking of karaoke parties, this one was my first pleasant introduction to the experience. I sang several songs --  sang alone, in a duo, and with a group. I think my aversion to karaoke has been cured! What a great side benefit.