As I continue on this transit, I have engaged into more conversations with Alex and Holly who are the scientists who collaborate with Professor Collins in taking CTDs measurements from the Ocean. Stian has repeatedly shown me how to act as a console operator and how to take information from the CTDs. Most of my work has consisted on assisting Alex and Holly with bottles fillings and labeling. Cocking up the bottles in the CTD and deploying and returning the CTD back on the Ship.
Every once in a while Professor Collins asks me to help with removing some hardware from the CTD or wiring.
As far as getting along with my cruise mates, I have become more used to them. We share lunch and dinner and have interesting conversations about language, school, work. During times I exit the galley and stare at the ocean. There are times when the ocean calms down and one can relax while at the same time appreciate being on board the R/V Point Sur.