The day off would be nice, but it doesn't look like my projected ship schedule is going to allow that to happen. With any luck, Christmas Eve this year won't be a repeat of 2014, when I spent the evening on board a vessel, watching a dead crewman be removed from the galley's walk-in freezer, get bagged, and then be carried down a gangway to be taken ashore. Imagine his poor family in the Philippines, getting that holiday news.
What I want is enough time to talk with each of my kids, my grandchildren, and my parents and to get some time at home with my wife and dogs.
A blow job or a pony would also be nice, but I'm keeping hopes and expectations low this season.
That aside, I'm kind of on board with Chad. I get more excited about giving gifts these days than receiving them. I only wish I could afford to be a bit more lavish about it.
What I want is enough time to talk with each of my kids, my grandchildren, and my parents and to get some time at home with my wife and dogs.
A blow job or a pony would also be nice, but I'm keeping hopes and expectations low this season.
That aside, I'm kind of on board with Chad. I get more excited about giving gifts these days than receiving them. I only wish I could afford to be a bit more lavish about it.
