One night to remember
This may appear to be a fairly typical dinner party at first glance, but look closely and you might notice a few curiosities.
We are actually dining inside the Wardroom of HMAS Kanimbla, one of Australia’s operating Naval ships. Last night my bible study group and a few extras were treated to dinner onboard courtesy of a group member, Mike, who is the XO of this vessel. He’s about to take the ship to sea next week, so this was a last hurrah and farewell.
It was a fascinating night for those of us who have never been onboard such a ship before, and a good night for those who have. We had a lovely dinner and dessert in the wardroom, with accompanying tales told by those who’ve been to sea, and tales told by those who haven’t. We then took a tour of the ship, climbing up and down narrow staircases, walking along strange metal corridors, stepping out onto decks, peering into rudimentary sleeping quarters, staring in bewilderment at navigation equipment and seeing all manner of interesting things.
We returned to the blue couches visible at the other end of the wardroom for coffee, chocolate, cheese and crackers, a bible reading and prayer. It was a great night.
(I have a new and better phone, despite which my pictures aren't that great, but I have since discovered the flash! Hopefully better pictures will enhance future posts.)