[Lanskrona, Sweden]During this last month in dry dock, important work have been done, especially in the engine room where the new generator is arrived. the hull has also been painted... more details in the video:

[Kiel, Germany]The sun has been shining for several weeks over Kiel now and as summer is approaching, it's time to say goodbye. For the farewell event called HopeFest, the Logos Hope opened its doors during a weekend. 2 days to thank God for our stay in Kiel, 2 days to thank the churches and the people who helped us and supported us financially or by donations (like a farmer who we gave us 5 tons of potatoes over 6 months). From Kiel, Lubeck and Hamburg, the visitors could appreciate the cultural diversity of the ship’s company through the booths that represented each group of nationalities. The afternoons were highlighted by biblical dramas, dances and magic shows.

I was so happy to have a glimpse of how the ship's life will be soon: with the decoration and the public, I have the impression of living on a new ship. And that’s really exciting.

Many things have changed on the Logos Hope in the past months; the progress is impressive. We have inaugurated the new dining room with its carpet and new furniture. Desks have been installed in offices and attached to the wall to prevent them from falling during sailing. We have also received IT equipment to replace old computers. But the most important progress is certainly on deck 4 where the floor is now completed.

deck 6 -The new dining room

deck 4 - The futur book faire 

new computers!! 

[Kiel, Germany]Haa, America and swing dance, this music makes us instinctively swing ... I admit that when a beginner course started two months ago, I was tempted. Not that I am a dance addict, but pushed by the challenge of being able to do something with my feet, I joined this team of swing learners. For several weeks, I felt rather like a lumberjack moving logs at arm's length, not really elegant, but with practice, I begin to remember steps and finaly make some figures...

That's how I got to learn a figure called the helicopter. If you know the game where you attach a rope to one foot and hop on the other foot, you can imagine what does the helicopter look like by replacing the rope with one of the partners (usually the girl). We were having a calm helicopter tour, the take-off had been smooth, everything was going well when suddenly the engine broke, the blades stop turning and my legs moving. I had to land in emergency ... with (fortunately) more fear than harm.
Well, I think I still have to practice...

PS: My swing partner is OK :o)