Himself

I hope to be here for the Sail in.

Thanks for the report. 

5 hours ago, rafinmd said:

Almost Friday maps:

 

 

 

 

 

Roy

Thanks for the maps, Roy.  Alaska is coming soon!

Thanks for the Fleet update and thanks for pinch hitting for Rich as he finishes his cruising.

43 minutes ago, POA1 said:

She looks so small and yet when the Volendam was docked in Alaka in 2000, I was a passenger on the RYNDAM, and the V-DAM looked so big!

Sad to see the end of the PEG season come to an end buy glad the European season has commenced and Alaska begins in a wee.

Thanks for the report.  Only one more ship HAL ship in FLL this season after the Volendam heads North to begin her run on the St. Lawerence River.

Yjank you for posting the Fleet Locations and the information found in the Daily. 

Thanks for the report.a good number of the ships are moving to their summer ports.  

It was fun watching the Sail aways. EDAM and RTDM will be back in late October. So long everyone.

Thank for the information.

I appreciate the DAILY and FLEET REPORT even when I do not post.  I really appreciate Roy's posting of the maps showing where the ships are located. 

That was an interesting comment by Alice Roosevelt Longworth.  If I repeated come of here comments on this site, I could get in some trouble on cruise critic.  Suffice to say her comments on some famous people were rather acid as well as humerus and at the same time offensive.

That is good news. I just wish HAL would bring back Classical music with some other lika Adagio or the Rosario Strings both of days gone by.

5 hours ago, RedneckBob said:

I think I saw this pre Covid!

Gets more like Carnaval each year.  I think back to the late 1990's and I see today and all I can say is WOW!

1 hour ago, rafinmd said:

Thank you Rich, Jacaui, Vanessa, Debbie, Ann, and Dixie for the Eclipse day report.  I prefer "Keepin it Real" to D,A,R,E, will not try to draw a bird, but will celebrate Roma Day.

 

I like the Lewis point of view.  I have not been to Darwin but have been relatively close, Alice Springs on a 2003 land trip.

 

A tip of the cap to Hank Arron.

 

I'll pass on the meal.  My alternative is Cantaloupe, Pineapple, and Orange, Iced Melon Bisque, Turkey Roast with Giblet Gravy and Cranberry, and Triple Berry Crisp as served on MS Zaandam April 8, 2017:

 

 

Back from the cardiologist.  Nothing major but some issues surfaced.  She has ordered a consult with the Hopkins Valve Clinic but that could take months to schedule.  She also ordered a long term heart monitor which should be fitted in the next few days.  She also ordered a test of increasing the dose of one of my meds for a week.

 

Roy

Roy:  I also had a cardiac stress test today.  It will be 17 years in July since I had triple bypass surgery. 

Thanks for the Fleet information and the maps. I am the fried of a priest who is from and serves in Tanzania.

I enjoyed watching both the Rotterdam and the NS sail away.

Thanks for the Daily and Fleet report. Thanks also for the maps.

Thanks for the DAILY and Fleet report.

4 hours ago, summer slope said:

Purple Butterfly cocktail:

The "Purple Butterfly" cocktail is an enchanting and visually captivating drink that exudes elegance and charm. Inspired by the vibrant colors of a fluttering butterfly, this cocktail combines the fruity sweetness of blueberries with the floral notes of lavender, creating a delightful and refreshing libation. The Purple Butterfly delights the taste buds and captivates the eyes with its mesmerizing purple hue. Whether you're hosting a garden party or simply seeking a magical escape, the Purple Butterfly cocktail is sure to transport you to a world of beauty and grace.

Ingredients:
2 oz. vodka
1/2 oz. lemon juice
1/2 oz club soda
.25 oz lavender syrup
1 oz. blueberry liqueur
Directions:
In a cocktail shaker with ice cubes add the vodka, blueberry liqueur, freshly squeezed lemon juice, and lavender syrup. Shake vigorously for about 15 seconds
Strain the cocktail mixture into the glass. Top off the cocktail with club soda, and stir to combine.
Garnish the cocktail with fresh blueberries and a sprig of lavender for a touch of elegance and visual appeal(optional).

 

Looks good but it would not help to control my diabetes.

Thank you for the report.

I enjoyed watching my favorite ship go out sea.  I have spent mor days on the NA than any other ship.  Only one good toot was a downer.

Nice Sailaway and nice toots.  I did the same voyage the day after Thanksgiving sbout 18 weeks ago.

I am checking in.