Fort Lauderdale - Best of Times, Worst of Times

[Kenosha Cruiser]

Thanks for sharing your perspective, beautifully phrased. God bless the victims and their families.

[matadams4u]

This is a great post. I was also once amazed at how well princess seamlessly worked with local authorities to do everything possible to get passengers to the ship even though it was due to a late plane. The logistics employed by HAL and princess by ground personnel during this tragic event were truly amazing. It really shows how much goes on behind the scenes to create a quality customer experience regardless of the circumstances.

 

 

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[Cruzinnana47]

OP, so appreciate the eloquence of your heartfelt post. Yesterday was such a sad day--it should have been a happy day for those who were arriving in FLL. Our hearts & prayers to all those affected. Kudos to all that helped in the aftermath.

 

It certainly puts into perspective the petty complaints and moaning we see sometimes here on CC about trivial matters related to travel or cruising. Nothing can compare to the horror of the events at the airport. We all need to keep this in mind.

[cruzdawg69]

Very Well said !!!!!!!

[jrzebird]

NJFred, you put my thoughts into words perfectly, as have several (most) others, most notably Ian. Thank you all. Hearing individual stories and experiences makes this so real and not just an abstract happening as news articles often do.

 

Fred, I'm from the Jersey Shore, specifically Belmar, in Monmouth County. Are we almost neighbors?

 

Maureen

[janetz]

OP, your post was truly moving and brought tears to my eyes. Well done.

Prayers to all.

[jrzebird]

NJFred, you put my thoughts into words perfectly, as have several (most) others, most notably Ian. Thank you all. Hearing individual stories and experiences makes this so real and not just an abstract happening as news articles often do.

 

Fred, I'm from the Jersey Shore, specifically Belmar, in Monmouth County. Are we almost neighbors?

 

Maureen

 

PS - for everyone's future reference the CP is the Sea Princess (I think). The Caribbean Princess is the CB. I learned that when I first started posting on the Princess Boards, after being corrected about 5 times! I'm sometimes a slow learner.

 

Maureen

[jrzebird]

OP, your post was truly moving and brought tears to my eyes. Well done.

Prayers to all.

 

Hi Janet, and Happy New Year. Looking forward to October! I'll be back with Hazel again.

 

Maureen

[triple7tahoe]

FRED-BravoZulu!

[muggo11]

What it means to be a HUMAN. This reflects the American spirit and more. The indomitable spirit of those of us who believe in service to our fellow man. As someone in the camp of believing people are basically good, this confirms every instinct I have. Thanks for the post. And sympathies to the families of all affected by the tragedy at FLL.

 

 

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[Posaune]

What a wonderful post. According to Delta more than 20,000 items have been recovered from planes and the terminal that they are now trying to match up with passengers.

[Luv my furbaby]

What a beautiful post!

As I watched the TV in horror (and tears), I saw the terror on faces. So so sad.

I will be at FLL next Friday arriving early for a cruise. What if I had booked a week earlier to cruise I would have been there.

In the blink of an eye everything can change.

So forgive often and love with all of your heart.

You may never have that chance again.

To those that were there, you are in my prayers. For those that helped you are in my prayers. And I pray for this country to heal itself.

[DJVKN]

Well said Fred. God speed to all.

[s2c4r5a4p]

NJ Fred-thank you so much for your thoughtful words, well said! Thank you for posting!

 

Janet

[UpcountryTravelers]

NJ Fred: Well said. Thank you, SIR! You eloquently stated what we all are feeling!

[rivacationer]

Thank you for your wonderful tribute. Well said!

[cindsue]

Simply said and beautiful.

 

 

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[emmak8]

Thank you for your post, well said and right on target.

[nanabananna]

Thank you for the heartfelt, kind words you posted. I feel many are thinking, "That could have be me or my family."

 

I will pray that the passengers on HA ship and CP ship will be able to enjoy their cruise after everything that went on before boarding.

 

Yes, "Well Done!" to everyone involved.

[lhsail]

Such beautiful thoughts in this ugly time. Our son flew out of FLL to come home for the holidays and we will be there in three weeks to leave on the Regal. Yes, it could have been us. Prayers for all involved.

[CRLess]

Your words are so spot on! Our hearts ache for the victims and cannot even begin to comprehend why someone would do this. Our son is a Broward County Deputy (he was off yesterday), but he has talked with his co-workers and the scene was just simply surreal.

[funship freddy]

Thank you Fred.

 

 

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[Eppe4]

Thank you for taking the time to write your thoughts down and share them on this forum. You spoke from your heart for ALL of us!

[easyboy]

We share your thoughts and feelings NJFred. Thanks.

[SkystheLimit]

Thank you for this post. Your words say it all. WELL DONE to all involved in trying to make it better even in the worst of times.