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I noticed the pre Black Friday sale has the soda package at $8.99/day. Jack doesn't drink soda and since I usually have 3-4 per day on a cruise, it sounds like a good deal. I hope they offer caffeine free diet soda at the machines. I doubt they have it at the bars. Do both of us have to buy the soda package and how long does this sale last? Dining package dropped in price, but we're 2 people who feel the MDR food is sufficient.

Lenny. so sorry this happened to you but I would imagine the fear would be for escalators, not height. I felt great after I had my gall bladder out and I had it the surgical, invasive way. My friend had it done the laparoscopic way and she was back at work the next day. Minimal pain for both procedures. @Sea Dog Greg, I am so sorry you're feeling so miserable and unfortunately, not just from knee pain. I hope you get some relief very soon.

OR maybe you're thinking of the work involved when you reach halfway up the top of the ladder? 😄

No cat and nothing seems frayed.

Thanks. It's a wired mouse so no battery (I think). No biggie, "mice" are not expensive but the one I have should work for more than 10 months.

Can't wait to get a new computer mouse. My current one isn't recognized anymore and I get a pop up that apparently it malfunctioned. It's less than a year old. When I go into settings, it lists my mouse as working. Luckily my computer is touch screen but I am way too used to a mouse and prefer it over the built in touch pad or using my fingers to navigate all over the screen. Another glorious day here in the Dallas area. Forecast: Low 80s, bright sunshine. Perfect! Dani, no matter what's going on in my life you and your family are constantly in my thoughts and prayers! Jack talks to his sister and friends in Israel almost daily and although their worry level is thru the roof, their strength amazes me.

I saw that show once when I was still in school and never forgot it. Was it in A&S? That was my favorite store. When I still lived in Manhattan I used to take the subway to Hoit/schermehorn station in Brooklyn to go to that A&S. Yes to no sales tax on clothing! I had lunch at Tom Sawyer diner last year, Ridgewood Rd., right outside the old Paramus Park Mall. So different now. Both the mall and the diner. They didn't call it the poop cruise for nothing.

@taznremmy Pat, let me add my good wishes for you to have a fabulous cruise with smooth sails.

Maryann, whenever I think of the GSP I think of Paramus Park Mall.

And your fur babies, of course!

Of course, crowds are at a maximum during Christmas shopping season. I haven't been back for quite a few years but when I was there, the crowds never bothered me. I grew up in Manhattan so I guess I was used to it. The most crowds I ever encountered in Manhattan was in Chinatown. If I needed to faint, I would do so standing up! @Arzeena I'm sorry the experience isn't magical for you anymore. In a way, I'm glad I haven't been back in years so that my memories are all still wonderful. @Sea DogGreg, when they "spring you" I bet you'll be happier at home with Linda by your side. Sleeping in your own bed makes all the difference.

Christmas in NYC: Every year we would take our daughter down to NYC from the 'burbs', to Rockefeller Center to see the tree, ice skaters-my daughter's favorite, amazing window displays, especially Lord and Taylor animated displays, FAO Schwartz and then warm up with some delicious NYC chicken soup and deli. All magical places, even the deli! She was always excited to see a Chanukiya (Chanukah menorah) here and there. The crowds carrying holiday shopping bags made it all the more festive. As a NYer, crowds are a given. It was the only time I tolerated the cold.

Yes, next to Mi Cocina. I must have passed that area a million times.

@Sunshine3601 Debbie get well wishes from me too! Cousin Eddy! The **iter's full. I know exactly where it is although I've never eaten there. Breadwinner's is in that area. Great place for lunch, unusual sandwiches.

As you know, Dallas has great restaurants. Many in Plano in the new area, Legacy West, and The Star are where the Cowboys train. I think the better Old World restaurants are in Dallas proper. Is the new seafood restaurant in Addison?

Loved his wit! Of course you should post in here. This thread is about everyone. See? I just read Dani's approval.👍 Here's hoping your pain diminishes.

Deb, congrats on your upcoming 6th grandchild. Enjoy every moment of anticipation.

@Sea DogGreg, you were in my thoughts today and knowing how totally considerate you are, I knew there would be an update. Glad the surgery is finally over. Pain killers (not the JVD kind) and therapy to come and soon this will be a distant memory.

Best wishes for a wonderful improvement getting back to your previous normal. I've posted this before but I will repeat. When I first moved to TX I met a gal with a teenage son. The chat followed: Her: My son is so excited to be going to a Rangers game. Me: Where are they playing? She: Here in Dallas Me: When do they play home? She: They ARE playing home Me: Your son must love sports She: Oh he does, especially baseball Me: How does he like ice hockey She: Not so much Me: Then why is he excited to go to a Rangers game. This line of chat went on and on until we both realized we were talking about 2 different sports. We couldn't stop laughing.

Greg, adding my best wishes for a successful surgery tomorrow.

Although I admit to not following the Rangers journey, I do have Texas pride! And what a win! First time in 63 years.

Thanks. I'll have to ask my audiologist. My aids are Phonak.

My computer audio goes thru my hearing aids via blue tooth. I would love the tv audio going thru my hearing aids as well, but then I think it would prevent Jack from watching tv since it would block regular audio for him. I hardly ever watch tv. Closed caption is annoying to me. I can't complain. Hearing aids re-opened a whole new world to me.

Hoping you get good news about your daughter. I echo @Jimbo's post that maybe someone can come stay with you. Can Toby bring your granddaughter to your place? Both will live down in history and provided all of us with some wonderful chuckles.

Happy Birthday Erin Elizabeth! Have a fabulous day filled with happiness and smiles.