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6 hours ago, Alcairns said:

It a strange decision by the FDA in that the process of making clotted cream is the same as pasteurising milk or cream. I.e. heating the Milk for a period is time. Therefore surely the clotted cream is pasteurised notwithstanding the fact it was made from unpasteurised milk? 

3 hours ago, exlondoner said:

Bizarre. The only instances of health problems from wine that I can think of, other of course than those related to alcohol consumption, are those relating to unauthorised additives, such as the antifreeze scandal.

I think most things done by the FDA, or any large agency for that matter, are done out of bureaucratic automation instead of common sense.

4 hours ago, princess76021 said:

Should the button come out?!

Hugs from you know where!!

I definitely need the button as it still is not holding a charge even after wiping down the connections.

At least it is still under warranty. 

7 hours ago, cruisetonowhere10 said:

That is not panzanella salad…lol

5 hours ago, hcat said:

Panzanella (Italian: [pantsaˈnɛlla]) or panmolle (Italian: [pamˈmɔlle]) is a Tuscan and Umbrian chopped salad of soaked stale bread, onions and tomatoes that is popular in the summer. It often includes cucumbers, sometimes basil and is dressed with olive oil and vinegar.

This had a lemon vinaigrette so it didn't follow that recipe for sure. Based on the description I was expecting something to a tomato and mozzarella salad which it was not. It did have tiny pieces of mozzarella which is not listed in that recipe either.

At least the croutons were supposed to be stale.

7 hours ago, exlondoner said:

I thought you weren’t keen on duck.

I've not been. Even on Cunard I found it okay but not great (the breast not the confit cottage  pie that I didn't care for) so just assumed I didn't care for it after trying it several times.

Three out of the four preparations I've had on here have been excellent. The teriyaki duck at sea day lunch was the only one that was just OK.

7 hours ago, exlondoner said:

Looked quite large to me. 😀 But I agree fish isn’t very filling.

It's usually the most filling dish on the menu just due to portion sizes 😆 

Seems like we are past the worst of it. Things got real nasty real quick.

There was thunder amd lightning and fog even rolled in and the captain was sounding the fog horn.

I found a sheltered spot on the back deck and enjoyed the show mother nature put on for me.

There was a bit of a waterfall effect from the deck above as the ship swayed from side to side. 

It appeared the back deck would be flooded soon as the drainage was not keeping up with the flow  but then the fog started lifting, the rain slowed, and the wifi returned. 

I have not been back inside yet, but noticed leaks in the ceiling in a few spots in the buffet. Not sure how it held up inside after sustained rain.

Wifi is back but we are in one heck of a nasty storm so if I dissappear again that is why.

We're doing some rocking amd rolling this morning. 

Scale not working in the motion.

Good morning everyone.

We have paid back the final hour and are now back on Eastern time. A harsh reminder of reality waiting just round the corner.

Last night ended up being a lot of fun. Tonight is an 80s party, but  I'm afraid I will be behaving myself and retiring early but that is a shame this was saved for the final evening. 

The only plan today is packing and of course eating. I may spend a little time in the casino.

Back in the room for the evening and turning in.

Tomorrow is our final day on this 12 day cruise and I'm already sad it is ending but happy for the opportunity to enjoy the past nearly two weeks.

Good night. 

Last stop before bed.

It's like we got a piano bar onboard 

Piano man 🎶 

Berry smash X 2

Runaway sue 🎶 

Edited to say I think she is a run around Sue not a runaway but I'm berry smashed right now and misheard the title.

I'm taking back my criticism of this, at least it has a fun drunk party bar vibe...

Sweet child of mine 🎶 

Trying a drink. This is a sweet berry smash.

Brown eyed girl 🎶 

5 minutes ago, kiwichick62 said:

Small servings for such big plates.  If those are servings for adjults I wonder what their childrens menu portions are like.  🤔

The side of mashed potatoes is the worst. It is like a potato purèe.

Feed me!

Of course my scale would still say I've had plenty to eat 🤔.

Shut up scale!

Second session.

Brave choice for karaoke. 

Don't stop believing 🎶 

Oh no

Sweet Caroline 🎶 

I can't help falling in love with you 🎶 

Bless her for being brave enough to get up there....but this is why I don't go to karaoke. 

Jolene 🎶 

10 minutes ago, Salt Lifer said:

Can the battery for the scooter by easily removed? If so, try taking it out and wiping down the connections.  

Yea it is detachable so we will give that a try. Thanks 👍 

A song from the last twenty years. 

The volunteers are pretty good too.

Rolling in the deep 🎶 

At the theater for the show. I'm flying solo tonight.

My mom's scooter is not holding a charge. I am trying to tell her she is going to have to check it because I can't carry that and my stuff too. She is being stubborn.

Hopefully it will resolve itself but the fact it says fully charged but will not turn on, I don't anticipate it miraculously working.

That dessert was unexpectedly delicious. It looked sad but it was very good. The green was I think the marzipan and was so yummy.

Gonna make it to the theater much less busy on a regular night. 

Strawberry cake 819.

Still had some green food color left I see.