Category Archives: Below the waterline

A Tender Approach – At Sea – [04/05/2017]

Posted on April 4, 2017 by GypsyShaughnessy

It’s a wonderland out here. And sometimes the wonderland presents us with challenges. No matter how hard we try, there will always be things that we simply can’t make the guests understand. One of the biggest of those things? Is … Continue reading →

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Virtual Memorials – At Sea – [04/05/2017]

Posted on April 4, 2017 by GypsyShaughnessy

I’ve been doing an unexpected amount of soul searching as of late. Not exactly on purpose, just kind of by accident. I’m feeling better for it as a matter of fact. Memories are odd things, we cling to them sometimes … Continue reading →

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Adjustment Periods – At Sea – [02/20/2017]

Posted on February 26, 2017 by GypsyShaughnessy

Joining a new ship is always slightly exhausting. Joining a ship part way through a very long cruise (in this case, 45 days or so) is a whole different other kind of challenge. My lovely day in Honolulu prepared me … Continue reading →

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Edge of the Water – Honolulu, Hawaii – [02/13/2017]

Posted on February 14, 2017 by GypsyShaughnessy

I’ve been staring at the edge of the water long as I can remember Never really knowing why I wish I could be the perfect daughter, but I come back to the water.. ~ Moana Usually, in my line of … Continue reading →

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New Adventures – Victoria – [01/12/2017]

Posted on February 12, 2017 by GypsyShaughnessy

Here  we go again. At least this time, my suitcases are lighter. Much lighter. The line I work for has revised their uniforms, which means that I no longer have to wear my own business casual wear in the evenings … Continue reading →

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So Far To Go – Victoria – [01/22/2017]

Posted on January 22, 2017 by GypsyShaughnessy

‘Cause… I know we’ve Come So Far But we’ve Got So Far To Go ~ Hairspray Today – as with every day – the world stands at a crossroads. Yesterday, millions of people made their voices heard. Millions of feet … Continue reading →

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Just to Sit Still Would Be A Sin – Victoria – [01/20/2017]

Posted on January 21, 2017 by GypsyShaughnessy

What if I’m a sinner? I ain’t exactly alone It’s my body, and my body ain’t Nobody’s business but my own I know what I’m doing I know who I am If you’ve got a problem? I don’t give a … Continue reading →

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Strung Up – Victoria – [01/17/2017]

Posted on January 17, 2017 by GypsyShaughnessy

Don’t over-exaggerate your skills. If you say you can ice skate? You’d best be able to manage more than a wobble around the rink ~ The Actor’s Survival Guide For Christmas, Amras bought me a very big present, which he … Continue reading →

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Outside the Cave – Victoria, BC – [01/14/2017]

Posted on January 14, 2017 by GypsyShaughnessy

I hide a lot when I’m on vacation. Not from anyone in particular, just from the world. The cave is safe, and warm and protected, and I don’t have to think much when I’m in it.. But once in a … Continue reading →

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An Awfully Big Adventure – At Sea – [12/31/2016]

Posted on January 4, 2017 by GypsyShaughnessy

 What is a life anyway? We’re born, we live a little, we die. ~ Charlotte’s Web A hand above the water, an angel reaching for the sky, is it raining in heaven? Do they want us to cry? ~ Queen … Continue reading →

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