Noticing the quiet between sounds. The ship has stopped outside the island of Santorini. It is day 8 of the 12 day cruise. Grateful for smooth seas, gorgeous blue sky, the moon large and golden last evening, reflections on the water, peace, joy and ease. The whitewashed buildings some with blue domed roofs that i can spy from here. Rugged landscape, the ship is floating in a dormant volcano caldera. 

History is that the volcanic eruption occurred in 1450 BC. Such amazing views and scenery here on this island. We will tender to the base of the cable car that will take us up and up and up to the look off spots. 

It was busy, tourists from several ships mixing with crew and others as we lined up and were jostled a bit …. We aided some other folks and we all rode the cable cars up and up. Then a few hours of walking around the town looking at shops and enjoying the view. A lengthy time again queue up to ride down the cable car …. Then we tendered to our ship where we spent a lovely evening. The buffet was Greek food, which I love. Then time out on the Terrace deck watching evening fall gently and lights illuminated the white Santorini buildings. Beautiful site!!!

Grateful for the day. May we all experience joy and ease, may we be well.