Whirlwind

Well, with limited Internet access, my dream of "journal" vacation just isn't coming true. I will however fill you in on today, thus far.

Today we docked in Ketchikan around 5:30AM. We woke up around 6:15 and immediately went out to our balcony, pj's, barefoot, and all. The view was spectacular! Hazy sky, mountains, ocean and the cute little town of Ketchikan just off to our left. We threw on our kayaking clothes, went to breakfast, and then disembarked the ship around 7:15. The excursion didn't leave until 7:50, so we walked around a bit, breathing in the salty air as we went.

Kayaking kicked ass. We saw 5 bald eagles and a baby bald eagle. The whole thing lasted about 3 hours - which was just enough. I got plenty of pictures and somehow Lance and I managed not to tip our kayak!

We arrived back in town, took pictures of some totem polls, and ate at Annabells'. We read in a few of our guide books that they had great chowder. Chris and Lance will attest to the fact that they do.

Now we're on the ship and on our way to Juneau. We're supposed to go through some pretty narrow passageways later on and the captain says lots of whales have been spotted through there.

Anyhow, WE ARE LOVIN' VACATION. More later tomorrow.