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lcookie · October 6, 2018

After the tour we were treated to a specially prepared meal.

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lcookie · October 6, 2018

Towards the end of the meal mama stepped out to catch a few sales. Lil bits and I finished dessert and headed to the room to wind down before starting our afternoon journeys. We planned to meet up with mama after the cupcake class.

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lcookie · October 6, 2018

Cupcake Class -

Same as the sushi class lil bits was the only kid in the presentation - guess we did not get the memo.

She enjoyed it equally to the sushi class but I did not feel the value was the same. Regardless she was on cloud 9 so all is well.

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lcookie · October 6, 2018

Lil bits wanted to show mama her artwork before devouring it so we dropped it off in the room and nabbed mama from the library.

Next up - More Boardwalk Fun

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lcookie · October 6, 2018

First Rock Climbing

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lcookie · October 6, 2018

Next - Misc Family Photos

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lcookie · October 6, 2018

Then - The Secret Milkshake

Thanks to Andrew and Meg for the intel on these little beauties! It's like a secret society thing. The first person I asked had no idea and swore up and down these did not exist.

Then someone walked up to me with a deep stare and asked for the ......

"Magic Handshake"

Once I confirmed I was a true member of the club he then winked and said make yourself comfortable.

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lcookie · October 6, 2018

This was followed up by -

Yes she chose the safest seat on the ride! This girl is very averse to danger. Plus I told her I declined the Cruise Insurance [emoji12]

You don't even wanna know the negotiations that went into the rock climbing session.

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lcookie · October 6, 2018

Next - Kids Casino

She came up empty handed in here. (Unlike Mama and I)

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lcookie · October 6, 2018

And Last But Not Least -

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lcookie · October 6, 2018

After family photos mama jetted back to the sales while we danced around Boardwalk. Once done we used the chat feature to group up in the photo gallery.

We always use the cruise to catch up on family photos. If you plan to buy pics I recommend springing for the all inclusive package.

They did offer a 5 pics for $50 special that was a good value if you only wanted a few pics. They are typically twice that price.

This guy was our favorite photographer.

With this guy following close seconds

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lcookie · October 6, 2018

We reviewed our photos then caught a few more characters on the way to the room.

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lcookie · October 6, 2018

Now this took me by surprise.

When I saw mama snooping around the Next Cruise station a single tear rolled down my cheek. Thank you Royal! You managed the impossible. Mama's looking at cruises behind my back. AIN'T GOD GOOD!!!

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lcookie · October 6, 2018

Back in the room lil bits began her "Burn Up The Internet" raid while mama and I begin to pack up.

Well that's after we took a Little Siesta!

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lcookie · October 6, 2018

Now this is one of the few mistakes we made on the trip. There was the farewell parade and family comedy show we wanted to see. We left it up to lil bits and she chose the parade. The first one was so good she just had to see the follow up. I did too for that matter.

Spoiler Alert - it is the same show. Had we known we would have went to the comedy show. The adult show we went to earlier in the week was very funny. If you're like me sit on the front row. It makes the show more personal if you follow me. I was the focal point of a few jokes that night!

As you can see it was still a packed house. And don't think for a minute that we did not enjoy ourselves.

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lcookie · October 6, 2018

Before the parade I snuck out for the sunset. The clouds were low again so no dice. Still an awesome scene.

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lcookie · October 6, 2018

A few more of the photographers.

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lcookie · October 6, 2018

Now comes dinner

We wrapped up our dinner plan at Giovanni's Table.

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lcookie · October 6, 2018

Anyone remember this guy?

Turns out our tour guide was the the Head Chef at Giovanni's.

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lcookie · October 6, 2018

Onto the food.

This Octopus was another "Best I've Ever Had". They took all the chewiness out and when combined with those beans it was mouthwatering!

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lcookie · October 6, 2018

This meal was on par with the others but I think we were in a food coma. It almost felt like we were just going through the motions. I will say that this meal tasted more authentic and much less Americanized! It was a good way to end the cruise.

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