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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.

I was not intubated.

For many years my mother made her own egg noodles for Shabat ( Sabbath) chicken soup with no special pasta makers. So good but then everything made in her kitchen was exceptional. @dani negreanu Oh Dani, so sorry to read about your and DH's current health issues. 3 days in a hospital is never fun. I hope you're both doing much better. I look forward to your upcoming posts after you rest up and get your strength back.

Jane, happy belated birthday. Bah to bullies who think they are entitled. Glad you didn't move your chair and stood firm.

More on my long dental saga. Yesterday I returned to be put under to get those two pesky teeth pulled. Anesthesia worked great. At the end, I was "lucid" enough to ask if he got both out and he said a resounding YES, patted my shoulder and went out to talk to Jack. I never felt loopy coming out of the anesthesia. Doc prescribed a pain killer but told me I won't need it. He was right! He told me during our consultation that I would be pain free for 72 hours after extraction given what he used to sedate me. He assured me that only 10% of his patients take a pain killer, usually OTC. AND he included a full bottle of Moscato in my goodie bag of post extraction instructions, gauze, etc. I previously mentioned to him that I would love to be home sipping a chilled glass of Moscato. His staff is caring and removed the anxiety I felt. @George C George, you wanted his info. Dr. Michael Ray - Corner of Independence and Spring Creek in Plano https://www.northtexasoralsurgery.com/contact/ Luckily, he's in network with our dental plan. I don't know why the numbing injection didn't work well on Thursday, but if you always are put out that wouldn't be an issue for you. His phone call that evening at 7 was greatly appreciated. For previous medical procedures, I was called by the office staff to follow up but never the actual doctor and never beyond regular office hours. If you call, tell him Jack and Bonnie (the talkative Moscato lady) sends regards. OMG just as I sent this post, Dr. Ray called to see how I am doing. On a Saturday yet!! Grateful for editing feature.

Maryann, that's what teen girls do when they go to school. 😉 @Jimbo @A&L_Ont Jim, your wife, and Andrew, Hope you all feel better very soon. @bobmacliberty Happy Belated Birthday to Micheline @Momof3gurlz @aussielozzie18 Gorgeous pictures @Ozark_Kid John, something tells me your new chair will be beautifully decorated soon. Kenzie will no doubt be the chief navigator.