365 Days + Strong | Allure of the Seas Royal Carribean Recap @StylesByP
Q&A with Petruvna Bundu Jean-Louis
Good Morning Ladies & Gentlemen today special edition of DATG, we have a special guest today. One half of the BJL, my partner in crime, my better half, the love of my life, my best friend my wife Petruvna Ange Bundu Jean-Louis. I been swamped and never had the opportunity to post our honeymoon we took April 22nd-28th. I had a fantastic time, and loved the Allure of the Sea Cruise ship for Royal Caribbean. Below is an itinerary breakdown as well as pictures and videos of our trip and most important the Q&A.
Sunday April 22nd 4am Flight to Fort Lauderdale board the Allure of the Sea at 3pm
Monday April 23rd Sailing at sea destination Labadee Haiti
Tuesday April 24th arrive at Labadee Haiti at 8am-4pm
Wednesday April 25th Arrive in Falmouth Jamaica at 8am
Thursday April 26th at Sea destination Cozumel Mexico
Friday April 27th arrive in Cozumel Mexico at 8:00 am
April 28th at Sea designation Fort Lauderdale, Florida at 6:15 am
DATG: What’s your nationality ?
StylesByP: Haitian and Congolese American
DATG: Today we are 366 day strong in Marriage, looking back reflection on the last year and two days?
StylesByP: After a year of marriage I can say that the experience has been good. I don’t question whether or not I’m in this journey called life alone. I know that I have a husband and we are partners through thick and thin and it’s reassuring. It’s not always easy but I can rest assured we will get through any challenge together. What I’ve noticed is when we get through a tough situation we always come out stronger like our bond gets deeper.
DATG: What does it take to have a successful relationship/Marriage ? If so and why ?
StylesBYP: The most important thing in a relationship is trust it is the very foundation of all marriages and the second is respect. Without these two things your marriage will be a struggle. You need trust because you know you can depend on someone else other than yourself to have your best interest at heart at all times. And you need respect so the way in which that trust is displayed is also uplifting.
DATG: Why do you think the divorce rate is so high ?
StylesByP: I think it’s high because families, society and individuals have gotten away from their core values and morals and people have way to many opinions or what the stereotypical marriage should be. People are not as compassionate to others nor do they have the common sense when dealing with issues. People are not equipped with tools or ways to work through and resolve their own issues and come into relationships not knowing how to address or come to terms with their baggage. Which in a result manifests into the relationship as if the relationship has “issues” where in actuality it’s the individual(s) who has brought things with them.
DATG: Where did we meet ?
StylesByP: We met in 1997/8 at a fashion show try out at northeastern university.
DATG: When & Why did you feel that you wanted to share the rest of your life with me ?
StylesByP: I knew I wanted to share the rest of my life with you very early on in our relationship. We were speaking about wanted we wanted out of life and our dreams for the future and we were connecting on our values and principles. And it was then I knew I would marry you. When I felt I wanted to marry you was when you proposed because I knew in my core that you would honor our union.
DATG: Day 3 at sea we landed in Labadee Haiti, how was that experience ?
StylesByP: It was kind of surreal. My mother is from haiti yet I’ve never been. So getting to see the mountains in the morning and see the water and to see the homes in the distance and the smoke come from the fires that the people used to cook their breakfast was kind of a big deal. My people my heritage all right in front of me. I definitely felt at home despite being on a small resort. I definitely felt proud to be from there while being a tourist.
PEACE TO TIM JUNG & PATRICIA JUNG are next door Neighbors for the seven days on the Cruise Ship.
DATG: Day 4 this Morning we have arrive Falmouth Jamaica ? How was this stop ?
StylesByP: I enjoyed Falmouth in particular because of our tour guide I felt that she was authentic and although I had been to Dunn’s river falls the bus ride there was very educational and fun. Also enjoying the waterfalls with my hubby was cool too. The beach party was also nice. It was small and quiet beach yet the water and sand were beautiful plus the atmosphere of sitting under the trees having drinks was an added perk.
DATG: Day 5 the stop is Cozumel Mexico ? What excursions did you do and what stood out to you?
StylesByP: We went on the ATV excursion and I really enjoyed learning about the native Indians of Cozumel and the culture. I was also impressed with our guide funny yet responsible for our safety etc while in the forest/jungle. Afterward the excursion the beach we went to was nice there were tons of ppl selling creative arts and goodies it was kind of overwhelming.
DATG: Would you go on a Royal Caribbean cruise again ? What excursions did you like the most ? What were the pro's and cons of this trip ?
StylesByP: Yes! I like the excursions where you get to experience the culture and people. Also we met two couples that left a lasting impression on me. It was kind of like devine intervention. Pros are food, people, and memories. Cons are traveling with all the bags and packing and unpacking. Also there are always tons of people at the destination stops trying to sell all types of arts and crafts and it can be overwhelming and you want to buy and help and you’re trying to relax and enjoy yet you feel the pressure to spend money.
DATG: Our first Anniversary trip came to an end, what do you say to people who don't believe in Marriage and Love ?
StylesByP: I feel bad for people who do not have a chance to experience marriage and love. It is almost like the the core of what it means to be human. You need a life partner and you need to experience love in order to grow and reach your potential. You have to share your life and experiences with someone. Otherwise your life will be like a book that’s never been read. At least in a marriage you get to see and experience (“read” someone’s book) your life while writing it! Love is great and life is beautiful especially when you look back at the love you’ve shared and the life you lived. Life makes more sense backwards.