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Good morning, thanks for the Fleet Report and Daily! In the summer we frequently see bats swooping through our yard at dusk, enjoying their nightly feast. I have lots of things that are only partially completed, but there just never seems to be enough hours in the day. I applaud those who put their bodies through the rigors of a Boston Marathon, but if you ever see me running, try to keep up, because it isn't good. @Mr. Bostonplease accept my sympathies on the loss of your brother; mental illness doesn't just affect the individual, it involves the whole family and is heartbreaking when it ends this way. You and your family will be in my prayers as you go through the coming week. Today will be a busy day getting the house ready, as our elderly (85+) friends are coming from out of town tomorrow for medical appointments. They have a 4 hour drive (they take turns) to get here, so will be tired, but they still want to do some shopping before having dinner. Over the next couple of days we'll take them around to the places they want and need to go, thus relieving them of having to "drive in the city". The only fly in the ointment is that we're expecting bad weather; there's a Colorado Low coming in that over the next couple of days will be dropping up to 7" of heavy, wet snow. I know they're not going to want to go home on Thursday if there's snow, so we'll have them as houseguests a little longer, which is fine, as they're easy to entertain - we'll pull out the Sequence game to help pass the time. I'm just going to say no on today's menu suggestion, as it doesn't appeal to me at all. Pretty sure I'd like the wine, but it's a little pricey. We're going to get our 3rd Covid booster at noon today, so I think while we're out, we'll pick up a rotisserie chicken from the grocery store that will be served along with tiny baked potatoes and a salad at the kitchen table tonight. And wine. Prayers for everyone who is in need, cheers to all with celebrations. Smooth Sailing! ☺️☺️☺️ Gerry

@marshhawk unlike the US, many places near the border will in fact accept US dollars, but the exchange rate will be somewhat less than pleasing. I suggest getting some Canadian dollars either from your bank or motor club prior to arriving, or at an ATM when you do arrive in Canada. Enjoy your visit!

@GTVCRUISER Bon Voyage!!!

Good morning, thanks for the Fleet Report and Daily! We saw many elephants when we were in Cambodia and Thailand; they are magnificent creatures. I do like mushrooms, and appreciate bean counters, because I hate accounting. I'm pretty sure I'd like the drink of the day because it contains 3 of my favourites: scotch, aperol and grapefruit juice. I'd like to try the wine, but it's a little pricey. We had a lovely evening last night with our new Ukrainian friends; Vlada made a feast for us with 6 different dishes and a beautiful dessert. My concern going there was that she would serve beet borscht (I almost gag thinking about it, even though I grew up with it), but to my surprise, she made a cabbage based borscht. Other dishes included Olivye (potato salad), Vinegret (beet salad which was good because the beets were canned), Shuba (a layered vegetable and fish salad), whipped potatoes, and breaded chicken cutlets. We finished off our meal with a beautiful strawberry shortcake that the little 5 year old proudly told us she had helped to make. Although the husband (Anton) has difficulty with English, the conversation flowed easily throughout the evening. I know we're going to be enjoying much more of this family in the future. @cruising sisterwhat a thoughtful thing for you to do for your friend, and such a nice way to honour your son. @StLouisCruisersHappy #18 to your DGS, Kai! @JazzyVI hope your knee smartens up for you! This afternoon another couple is coming over - we haven't been together in a long time, so we're overdue for a visit. I think I'll make a brownie to go with our coffee so we can just eat, sip and chat the afternoon away. I've had falafel in pita, and while it was okay, I'm too much of a carnivore to really appreciate it, so will take a pass on today's menu suggestion. I've got a couple of chicken breasts thawing that will be pan fried and turned into a large bowl of chicken fried rice that will be served along with steamed vegetables at the kitchen table tonight. And wine. Prayers for everyone who is in need, cheers to all with celebrations. Smooth Sailing! ☺️☺️☺️ Gerry

That's it for me for today; I've just put the first batch of buns in the oven. Thanks so much everyone; see you next time!

We caught them, @JazzyV !!

Good toots!!!

Great minds think alike!

Such a pretty ship. Classy and elegant.

Departure toots!

Looks like she spit up a bit . . . . .

My gosh, everything went black on my PC!

There are the loud toots and LONG ones!.

Pretty sure the PP is on the Equinox.

@StLouisCruisers I just tried something; if you're on a PC, this might work for you. I have 2 windows open on the PE webcam; when one is buffering, the other isn't. Magic! LOL

I can't see any movement.

@TiogaCruiser will watch for you as well!

Wouldn't you know, I missed it - I had to go and make out buns into the pans. Now they'll rise 1 hour, so hopefully I won't miss the Volendam!

I have a feeling someone was just trying to see if anyone was listening.

I just heard that the Apex is moving.

@Sharon in AZ will definitely watch for you - what colour are you wearing? I'll try to get a screenshot for you.

Bon Voyage; have a wonderful time!!