Location: Villefranche, France
7:30 Breakfast OCE Oceanography class Swimming skill test (All hands on deck. Some jumped, others dove, the brave front-flipped, and the crazy back-flipped into the crystal clear water of Villefranche). SHOWER 11:00 Dinghies into town 3:00 Back on ARGO 4:00 Haul anchor (destination Porto Venere, Italy) 6:30 DINNER Scuba Diving class Bedtime/anchor watch
Spicy taters and cheesy scrambled eggs at sunrise. The delicious flavor made up for the potato’s crunchiness. A hearty breakfast was necessary for all of us tired-eyed sleepy-heads for two main reasons:
1.) The previous night was the crew’s first “night out.” Meaning we were allowed an evening of RESPONSIBLE drinking. I’m sure I speak for everyone when I say our night in Monaco was unforgettable.
2.) We had a day packed full of adventures ahead of us: oceanography/scuba diving/swimming classes, exploring Villefranche or catching the train to Nice, sailing 110 miles to Porto Venere, three-hour night watches
However, curiosity surpassed all other thrills throughout the day. All conversations revolved around one topic. Today, a new student will be joining the ARGO.
Immediately after arrival, Victoria easily fit in with all of us.
Our crew is now complete.
Oh, and Happy Birthday, Kris!