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I don't remember how many days last winter we turned on the heat. Probably 5 days or less but then this is Texas. 😉 However, AC is another story!

Maryann, it sounds like you're ready for Florida. 🤔

@dani negreanu Dani, do you have enough food and water? I ache for all of Israel.

We keep our windows open and it's so delightful. Perfect weather. Makes me not want to go back indoors.

I haven't seen Lenny @lenquixote66 post in a while. Hope all is well with him and Toby.

For sure although I wish Jack and I could join you in person!

I remember Trainman and enjoyed not only his cruise adventures but life at home with his animals.

Sounds like you're recovering. Each day seems to get better and better. Just in time for your cruise. Will you be doing a live report?

@Sea Dog Greg, how are you feeling?

Amazing comeback by Simone Biles. Unstoppable. Such a pleasure to watch her after her courageous step down from the Tokyo Olympics 3 years ago. She truly is the GOAT. For those that don't know. Greatest Of All Time. I will never comprehend how gymnasts back flip consecutive times on the balance beam. Lots of training for sure.

I always enjoy your beautiful pictures. Please keep them coming.

Great news!

Thanks, Maryann. Jack has lots of family in Israel. His twin sister, her husband who btw live near where Dani's son and family lived before they moved to Amsterdam. Also Jack's sister's 3 married children, their spouses plus a gaggle of his sister's grandkids. Again, prayers to keep everyone in Israel safe.

Jack and I were sickened when we woke up to learn Israel is under attack. Over 40+ dead, over 900 injured is way too much to comprehend. Your son and his family in Amsterdam remind me of the Yom Kipper War 50 years ago. When the Yom Kipper War broke out, soldiers, of course, rushed to join the fighting. For once, Jack's mother rubbed her heart and said "thank G-d my son is in America". Wishing you, your family, Jack's family and all of Israel a quick end to this horror.

@grapau27 Graham, congratulations to you and Pauline on your Engagement Anniversary! @Sea Dog Oh no, Greg, get well wishes for sure. AND to @DaniDanielleMarietta's Charlie and to anyone else who is ailing.

@FromSea2ShiningSea Helen, beautiful photos rich in history. They look like picture post cards.

Greg, I hope the next knee surgery recuperation will be easier than the first. Dani, when we're with our grands, there are 2 dishes I must make either in my house or the grands house. First is grandma's chicken soup and 2nd is grandma's schnitzel. No excuses. Greg, I am sorry you still aren't 100%. Hope you feel better real soon! You'll be a tiger in time for your cruise!

I stayed on board when we docked at Costa Maya in Feb. My friend used the tram from the ship to the port but it wasn't there to get her back to the ship. She said she didn't think she would make it. I didn't want to take that chance. Wonderful! What a beautiful surprise. BTW, Jack is here in the USA for over 50 years and he is still considered an Israeli, a term he wears with pride. How you and DH feeling?

@mo&franExactly what I was just going to post! Good news indeed.

John, you are a wonderful example of turning lemons into lemonade. Continue to enjoy your cruise with family and kind friends. Be still my heart....LOX!! BUT with cream cheese please 😋 That yellow stuff (cheese?) next to the eggs looks like a heart. We saw dolphins in February in Galveston, always a delightful sight. Hope you'll see them on your next cruise!

Me too. BLECH!!

@Ozark_Kid John, I also wish you a wonderful, smooth cruise.

@dani negreanu Dani, I'm asking also and hope she's doing well.

Most of my favorite pieces of jewelry are costume. Of course, my wedding ring and diamond ring, made from my mother's engagement diamond, are the most precious to me. I never go for the freebies either.