Greetings:

What a fun day with the Takai family and Marika was at her best with a bushel basket full of smiles for us and everyone else she came in contact with. The Voyager cruisers also enjoyed seeing her, especially one chap who wanted Marika to marry his grandson. He couldn't keep his eyes off her and came over to the table twice to get nearer. And we were fortunate to catch the Ardis & Stan (screen name McKeever) in the corridor and the Takai's got to meet them as well.

We had a nice tour of part of the island that was quite scenic but then again, isn't it all. Also saw the beach where they filmed the love scene from "Here to Eternity."

And,yes, some good photos await you but for heavens sake, I can't believe I didn't remove the flower from our lunch table when taking some photos of the family. The flower was always in the way of Masaki. However, you'll see some video of baby as well. You'll like it!

What a neat family. I need not say more as any of you who have been in their company already know it.

Cheers! Ray & Penny
Mariner In November Twelveth

Olivia: When we sat at your hosted table on MINT we were with Masaki and Amanda, Bill and Joy, Gil and your Johanna. That night set the tone for some endearing friendships.