Wow, I can’t believe the time has finally come! I arrived in the Bahamas with my mom and dad Tuesday to enjoy the beautiful island for a few days before I set sail tomorrow. When we first landed, I experienced my first taste of culture shock when I hopped in a cab and the wheel was on the right and the cars drove on the left side of the road. I have to admit that at first it kind of freaked me out a bit to be driving on the “wrong side of the road.” I also have tried new foods since being here such as conch and plantains, both of which were delicious! We’ve been staying at the Sheraton hotel in Nassau and have just mainly been relaxing by the ocean. On our first night, I tried my hand at some gambling but was stopped by someone working in the casino who didn’t think I was of age. She was shocked to learn that I’m actually 20 years old. Ughh, why do I always get mistaken for being so young? Since arriving to the Bahamas, two other people we’ve met also thought that I was a lot younger than I am. (One lady guessed I was in 7th grade! Now c’mon!) Oh well, at least I did end up winning $6 at Black Jack! Haha This morning we woke up early to go swimming with the dolphins. We all got the chance to dance, feed, hug and kiss the dolphins. Mom’s dolphin wanted an open mouth kiss hahaha They were too funny and had lot’s of personality. The best part of the excursion was when you got to be pushed across the lagoon by them. Basically you lay flat on your belly with your feet out and two dolphins come from behind and push your feet with their mouths while you keep your body really straight in a “T” position. Once I got over my initial fear, it was awesome and the dolphin trainers let me go twice! Mom, Dad and I had a nice dinner out on the water at Atlantis tonight. My last meal before I set sail tomorrow! It still hasn’t quite hit me yet that this is happening but ready or not I am boarding at 9 am. Stay posted!
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