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I saw the news report and video. It is horrible. Prayers for them and their families and friends. 🙏 Is there an alternative for cruise ships?

That is correct. Note TV will not work on any other channel until you play the safety video.

That was on HAL? Never had an issue on any of their ships. What did they say?

@kazu thanks for the amazing pictures; looks like it was a great trip and clearly fond memories for you.❤️

@Quartzsite Cruiser thanks for sharing the awesome Waterford Crystal pictures. Sad it all no longer comes strictly from there, but I guess if it helps them carry on the business while maintaining the beauty and quality, it's a good thing.

Prayers, hugs and warm thoughts for you, Pauline and Sarah today.

A few years ago (pre-covid, so technically probably more than a few) Target discontinued my favorite ice cream. It was their private label and I couldn't find anything similar enough to takes it's place. It was Triple Chocolate - chocolate ice cream w/chunks (not chips) of dark chocolate and "ribbons" of white chocolate; it was heaven in a bowl. DH said it was too fancy for his liking, so I got the container to myself. Bonus was the price - being store brand, it did not have the higher price of premium or brand name ice cream. I love a good bargain and a bargain priced decadent ice cream is a home run!! I've tried different ice creams from different stores and have not found a replacement; had some really good ice cream, but haven't discovered "the one." That may have changed. Last week I ordered a box of Magnum double dipped chocolate carmel bars and rec'd Biscoff double dipped bars. Oh my!! DH won't try them (don't understand his aversion to "fancy" ice cream) so I guess I really did finish the box myself (is 6 bars in 5 days too many if they're mini bars, not full size?).🙄 Completely different than the Target ice cream, but I ordered more today. If you like cinnamon, velvety chocolate and rich ice cream, give it a try. I got the mini bars (6 to a box) and think they're just the right size; I think the larger full size bars would be too rich for 1 sitting. It's like a hug-fest party in a box ❤️🤗 I am ready for lunch so I can have dessert.

@marshhawk weird story, indeed about your neighbor.

That's unfortunate - looks to be a nice collection. Hopefully they'll arrive before you disembark.

Some good days to celebrate and a couple important days in history; although, I don't think anybody would notice if I "bedded in" and there would be no positive impact on World Peace. I agree attitude is powerful, but sometimes it's not enough, so I guess I'm not aligned w/the quote. I will eat around the peppers in the meal, try the drink and wine, not been to the port.- the pictures look nice. Happy Birthday to your sister @cat shepard 🎂🥳 @aliaschief I hope you feel better soon 🤒🤧 Thank you to all who thought of me and my family yesterday - it meant a lot. Hugs and prayers to those going through similar.💔🙏 No work or PT today. Bought the pups new chew bones and enjoying the morning watching & listening to them. Dogs do love a new bone.🐶 Tonight will be leftover ham with pork stuffing/dressing then we move to ham sandwiches, ham salad, ham & beans...yum! It really rained last night - just dumped, a lot. It was 59° headed to a wet 73° when I checked this morning. Prayers 🙏 and positive thoughts for all.

It is absolutely dumping. I'm sure we'll be begging for rain in a few months, but right now, this is nuts.The backyard is a lake.

I thought your Hawaii cruise was HAL, hence the laundry comment. I've done laundry on a Princess cruise and said "ugh, this is vacation" so I'd bring home dirty clothes, too. I hope the eclipse is awesome! Safe travels - enjoy your cruise!

Solar eclipse cruise should be awesome - hope you'll share pictures and your experiences. Are you doing a Live review? HAL laundry means you can bring home clean clothes so they go from suitcase to dresser, wink wink.

We love spending an afternoon at The Hangar; good food and great views. Our timing was perfect to get a table - the place was packed when we left. All inside dining that day in May 2023 - there's snow in those clouds.

You can send in 3 separate bags with the drying instructions noted for the bag - very easy to do if you have unlimited, just ask cabin steward for extra bags. You can still this if you buy laundry by-the-bag - just note on the laundry slip how you want each piece dried.

I've done both and since I've not had an issue when I didn't send in a lingerie bag, I stopped using them. If you want them air dried, just put a note that you don't want bras to be put in the dryer and they will air dry them. They do a great job w/special requests.

There is also a trail for hiking and a place to eat "up top" so the tram ride provides more than just a great view. But it is a spectacular view. Safe travels- enjoy your cruise!

@Crazy For Cats I hope you're able to get some; looks like a great collection of spices. Thanks @Quartzsite Cruiser for sharing the link. Yum

Thanks for the great picture and link. What an amazing site to witness.

The ham has been glazed, sparingly garnished w/pineapple and back in it's oven home for the final minutes of cooking. The house smells so good. One of the dogs and the cat came inside - maybe they approve of the aroma and are hoping for a taste? They will not get any, but I appreciate their votes of confidence. Older brother called to say he's enjoying a huge serving (he won't eat it all) of world's best chicken fried steak - that sounds really good, too. Maybe I'm just hungry.

Hugs for all 3 of you. Here's wishing you a better tomorrow.

1000% agree: Margaritas + more balcony time = relaxing cruise! Quite enjoying reading about your cruise @Scrapnana and happy to hear you're back and enjoying yourself.

Oh good - we know that went well for you! The last time I played in a casino I used my card, so clearly a change.

Thank you - these are very lovely @grapau27

Bon Voyage @sailingdutchy