Day two

After a night at the ale Meridian in Papeete, we boarded the Paul Gauguin about 3. They've got it down: registration took about 5 minutes. Our stateroom was about the size of a baseball card, so we upgraded to quarters more appropriate for 2 people celebrating their 40th wedding anniversary. 

When we got to the room, we found a note from Hamilton and Kelley and a creative Christmas present.

The ship what we expected. Unfailing friendly drew, we'll-maintained, really good food. 

This morning we're taking a four hour excursion to visit archeological digs on Hauhine. (It's raining. Now it not.) We're interested in that kind of stuff, OK?

Rebecca went to the doctor yesterday AM in Papeete for a recurring earache. We tell you this because the experience was great and the doctor and pharmacie very helpful. And they didn't charge beyond what was clearly normal. She's better. 

It is, as has been reported, beautiful. The only fear is that  don't make too big a deal out of the anniversary thing, but I fear it is brewing. 

More today after exploring the past. Rebecca is taking some fabulous photos, and we'll share.

Early this morning. (Sunday)

The Koi pond at Le Meridian