Hedy's Update from Athens, Wednesday 22 June 2011

Dear All,

Sorry for the delay it's been a busy day.  Morning spent on getting a Sim card, unsuccessful, won't work in my phone.  Purchased a phone, don't know yet how to use it & had no time to learn.  Training session & a trip to the magnificent boat & orientation there.  Upper deck has cover with the name of the boat proudly displayed.  Benches for seating.  Downstairs, living room & elaborate kitchen during day, & double-decker sleeping arrangement for 32 during night.  And  air conditioned.

Departure delayed by 2 days & will be from Crete.  Get to Crete by ferry, about 9 hours.away & first opportunity to get sea sick.

Everyone is very solicitous of me, holding hands or linking arms when we walk, frequently asking me if I am  ok, etc.  So, you can all relax, I am almost taken care of better than when I am back home.  No insult intended.

There are some truly amazing people in our group & I haven't even had a chance to sit & talk with everyone in depth.

I delivered the message to Alice Walker that her poetry helped   (sorry, can't remember your name, but you will know who I mean) you through some difficult times in your life.  She was sooooooo glad to learn that.  

Tomorrow will be another busy day, so I may not get back to you until in the evening.  Sorry I don't have my new phone's number with me.  If I leave here, someone else will waiting in line will get on the computer.  I'll try & have it tomorrow.

Please DO NOT WORRY ABOUT ME, I'M IN GOOD HANDS, DOING WHAT IS RIGHT.

Peace & love,

Hedy