**Zoe**This was my first time on a cruise ship, and it showed. I fidgeted excitedly as we checked in. I filled out the necessary documents and had my picture taken for my ID card. I had been holding off on drinking because I didn't want it to get in the way of my recovery, but a pina colada sounded great at the moment.I had finished getting checked in before Elijah and impatiently waited for him to finish. "Dang, Mama, calm down," he teased, watching me as I tapped my foot. He took my hand and led me to the gangway to board the ship."Daddy, did you pack everything that I'll need? How many swimsuits did you pack me?""You know I always take care of you, but to answer your question. I packed most of your hair products and tools, your makeup, pillowcase, toiletries, and eight bathing suits because you're crazy, and I know you wouldn't be able to make up your mind. Three cover-ups, a couple of maxi dresses, tank tops, regular tops, a couple of my shirts, jean shorts, cotton shorts, wor
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