Saturday night was the Gala Dinner/ Farewell Party in Ba'a. Kathy and I were the ones there, but again seven other visitors were brought by bus from Nembrela. There were important speeches given by Government (Regency) Officials and a reply given by me on behalf of the yachties. Adie kindly translated my speech. We had a superb meal and were again regally entertained. The yachties were seated front row and presented with many gifts. There was dancing, singing and music both traditional and modern. Sometimes the guests were persuaded onto the floor. It was an excellent end to an exceptional visit on a very special island. Visit Rote sometime.
7 comments:
Sounds like we should give you guys a role in the Foreign Embassy! How about Ambassador for Indonesia? :-)
Bloody well done being first over the line! - very impressive and I'm sure the jacket will come in handy.
All's well here - we're pretty much unpacked, and enjoying living in our new house.
Love Ems xx
Unaccustomed as Jeremy is to public speaking, you seem to 'taking the hit for the yachties' with alarming regularity!
Thank you for your kind words. The Indonesian people have been fantastically kind to us so thanking them is a pleasure.
Thank you for your kind words. The Indonesian people have been fantastically kind to us so thanking them is a pleasure.
Hi Jeremy & Kathy,
I have been following your journey and passages since leaving Douglas Marine. What a fantastic experience you are having. Best wishes for the future, with fair winds & 'nice' seas.
Phil McLaughlin
'Valsa II' (Elizabethan 30) @ Douglas Marine.
Hi Phil, Thanks for the comments. It is surprising how many people are reading our blog. We hope Valsa II is on the water and you are having a good summer.
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