Today I was woken up at 8 AM by the crew, who were all wearing different costumes, playing drums and cymbals and whistles. After a good breakfast (with some new type of yummy yogurt!) everyone met on the top deck for the Neptune Ceremony. For those that don’t know, the Neptune Ceremony is performed whenever a ship crosses the equator. A person who have never crossed the equator while traveling on a ship is called a slimy “Pollywog.” The purpose of the Neptune ceremony is to prove that you have become a seasoned sailor with the nickname “Shellback.” To complete the Neptune ceremony a person must swear to honor and respect King Neptune and his ocean domain. In addition, to show him that you are a true sailor you must have fish guts, or whatever else the crew manages to cook up, poured on you and you must kiss a dead fish. After that Neptune is pleased and you are able to be called a trusty “Shellback.”
Another optional aspect of Neptune day is shaving your head. Although I did not shave my head, a surprising number of people did. At least 15 girls shaved their heads today. The rest of the day was free to work on homework and hang out.
Sorry these are late and not as well written. My schedule on the ship has become increasingly hectic.
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Even though I bugged you to get the haircut I would not have done it either.
ReplyDeleteCongratulations on something most of us will never do: Cross the equator on a ship and SAIL AROUND THE WORLD.
You and your Grandpa have something big in common now.