Sea day 4

Wildlife watch report: one bird, a white tropicbird. Three humpback whales just before I arrived.

Interesting presentation by Claudia Harbarth, an earth scientist, on how the sun influences weather on earth. As you probably know we have cycled into a period of high sunspot activity affecting the earth 's electromagnetic fields making it more likely for us to see aurora australis as we head south.

The astronomer gave a history of manned spaceflight. Made me a little nostalgic when he discussed the Gemini program..

We also have entertainment-- music, dancers, theatre every evening at 9 pm-- getting close to my bedtime. I managed to stay awake for the magic show.

Stargazing with the astronomer is set up at 10 pm once the clouds clear. Having fun is hard work.Okumaya devam et