Royal Caribbean Cruisers -- How Are Things Where You Are? (was "Routine" ​ 😁 ​day in lockdown... how was yours?)

[A&L_Ont]

2 minutes ago, Keksie said:

Sending you all the positive thoughts I have.  Hugs to you and Charlie.

Same thoughts from this house. 

[Ocean Boy]

21 minutes ago, DaniDanielle said:

On our way to the MRI, my stomach is in one big knot🙏

Sorry I missed that your family is facing an issue. Sometimes when I get back here there are too many pages to catch up on. I'm not sure if you shared what the concern is or not.

[Ocean Boy]

8 minutes ago, A&L_Ont said:

Look what we found yesterday morning up here. Still warm enough to keep this little guy moving. 
 

 

What is it doing living in Canada? Not to imply it isn't a beautiful country.😇

[A&L_Ont]

Attack mode on. 

Lazy mode on.

 

 

Super lazy mode enabled. 

 

[Luckynana]

16 hours ago, h20skibum said:

That is becoming an average for me lately.  My steps today so far. 

 

That's quite an achievement!😉

16 hours ago, Sea Dog said:

And a whole lot of booze. It's really good.

It sounds like it's really good!  I must try it one day!

16 hours ago, h20skibum said:

So here is my boring lake picture of the day.  Went walking there twice, plus keeping up with yard work today. 
 

 

Oh, and trying to catch up on all these threads. 

How very beautiful and serene.  Calgon, take me away!!  

[Sunshine3601]

2 hours ago, Ozark_Kid said:

Is this correct.  I showed have free AT&T coverage in St Thomas. If so, how is the coverage at Megan's Bay. 

Yup, our phones worked everywhere on the island.  Our first trip to St Thomas we forgot it was USVI and as soon as the ship pulled up our cell phones starting working with texts and voice mails coming through.  I remembering calling my Mom to say Hi and she was so worried something was wrong as she thought I phones wouldnt work.

[Sunshine3601]

32 minutes ago, DaniDanielle said:

On our way to the MRI, my stomach is in one big knot🙏

We are hoping for the best🥰

[Sunshine3601]

1 hour ago, derorim said:

Last night I had the pleasure of watching my friend's Night Blooming Cereus open up.  The flowers bloom for only one night, and have a strong sweet smell. This morning the flower will have closed back up and will start drooping down, having finished its display.  Here's what one of the buds did over the course of about an hour and a half. The open bloom measured 9 inches in diameter.

 

8:04 pm

 

8:10 pm

 

8:17 pm

 

8:23 pm

 

8:33 pm

 

8:48 pm

 

8:56 pm

 

9:31 pm

 

9:41 pm

 

Gorgeous flower.  How does one know what night it will bloom?  Truly a shame it only blooms for one night.

[OnTheJourney]

11 hours ago, BonTexasNY said:

Stick around a 2nd time.  Maybe this time you won't lose interest.

Great that there are many here that have actually met on cruises, etc. I can see where it starts to feel like an ever-growing family. Thanks for the encouragement, but I don't really feel in-the-loop on this thread and just really aren't that interested in the casual and diverse conversation since I don't do it anywhere else online, e.g. not a member of facebook or other social sites. That similar thread over on the Viking forum I have no interest in either. But...hey...carry on!!!  For me, just way too many pages (like a few hundred!) to sift through to even begin to get caught up here. 

Edited October 6, 2021 by OnTheJourney

[Ozark_Kid]

35 minutes ago, bobmacliberty said:

 

We have Verizon but had good and free coverage at Magens Bay.  I assume it would be the same with AT&T.

Thanks.  Saying 5G.  Sharon's iPhone is Saying AT&T.  Let's see if this pic loads. 

[Luckynana]

12 hours ago, LucasLikesToCruise said:

    Then came me. 

Congratulations Lucas on your newest member to your family.  Welcome, Oliver, you lucky lab.  You have now come home.  Because, along came Lucas❤️

[Luckynana]

11 hours ago, StanleyandGus said:

This is a photo of a young Gus with cat mint, which is also a Nepeta variant. I always have it in my yard- the cats really like it. That’s 2 houses ago.

 

 I am now a grandmother!  My daughter doesn’t want photos of the baby posted, but after an emergency c-section, she and the baby are both doing well. His lungs seem to be very healthy! The new parents are a bit frazzled, but totally in love with their little boy. 

CONGRATULATIONS!!!!  Grandchildren are the BEST!!

I'm so happy for you and the new parents that all is well with their new bundle of joy!❤️

[Ocean Boy]

11 minutes ago, Ozark_Kid said:

Thanks.  Saying 5G.  Sharon's iPhone is Saying AT&T.  Let's see if this pic loads. 

Got it.

[grapau27]

12 hours ago, StanleyandGus said:

This is a photo of a young Gus with cat mint, which is also a Nepeta variant. I always have it in my yard- the cats really like it. That’s 2 houses ago.

 

 I am now a grandmother!  My daughter doesn’t want photos of the baby posted, but after an emergency c-section, she and the baby are both doing well. His lungs seem to be very healthy! The new parents are a bit frazzled, but totally in love with their little boy. 

Congratulations to your daughter for the birth of her baby boy.

Congratulations and best wishes to you as a new grandmother.

Graham 

[grapau27]

13 hours ago, LucasLikesToCruise said:

Well, I had a non routine day here, actually, the whole weekend was very non routine for me. Although I have been thinking about it for quite some time, I started to do some research on it Saturday.  It’s been about nine years since my last dog had died.  Lucas was 19 years old when he died peacefully in his sleep.  I’ve been going back and forth over the years if I wanted to go through the whole training and loving and eventual heartbreak again.

 

So, since I am the full time caregiver for my mom with her weekly chemo treatments and newly diagnosed Parkinson’s, my traveling days are over for a while unless someone comes to stay with her 24/7 while I’m gone.

I googled animal shelters for Okaloosa County, and it just happens to be a couple fo miles from me.   I went Saturday to ask for some information and what the process is here, since it varies my county and state. I talked with the very nice people there and looked through their book of dogs.  They didn’t have an area where you could walk by and window shop the kennels.  I told them that my only requirement was that the dog be house broken, since I didn’t want to deal with the mess since I don’t have a private yard and I’m on the second floor.

 

 I saw one that looked nice, cute expression on his face and within minutes Oliver was in a room with me. He came right over to me and put his head on my leg and lifted his paw up in a motion fr me to pet him. So I did.  He was very gentle, calm and affectionate. 
 

They then brought Milo to me since they said he might be a better fit for my sistuation.  Although Milo was a cute, medium size dog, he just wasn’t that interested in me.  He only came to me if I gave him treats, then left as soon as they were gone.  They then paraded a few others in front of me, but none had the connection with me as Oliver.

 

I asked them what the process was for adopting a dog, thinking it was a long drawn out process as when I thought to do it in Palm Beach County, FL.   or the brief stint I had in Asheville, NC.  Both places had background checks, home visits, mandatory classes to take.  But here, she just asked me if I wanted to take him home for a “slumber party”?  She said they are closed Sunday and Monday and to let them know on Tuesday if I wanted to keep him or return him. 
 

I filled out a one page form with my name, address, phone number and DL number.  That was it, they never even asked to look at my ID.  They gave me a leash, a harness and a bag of dog food and said to have a good weekend.

 

As Oliver and I were driving home, I started to think, “what’s wrong with this dog, that was was too easy and quick”

 

He walked up the first four steps to the second floor, but would not go past that landing where the stairs turned.  He wouldn’t budge.  So I patent

y waited and coaxed him up the stairs.  He finally made it up the next eight steps in about ten minutes.  Once inside he looked and sniffed a bit then went and jumped on the couch.  I said “no Oliver, that’s my side” and I pointed to his side.  He scooted over and has claimed that as his spot from then on.

 

It’s been a very easy transition once he mastered the stairs.  He listens well, knows basic directions, is house broken, and most importantly he doesn’t bark or whine. And I haven’t caught him chewing on anything, probably due to his age.  He is a bit over four years old. 
 

The first few days he has been my shadow, won’t leave my side.  He is very cuddly for being a bigger dog.  He is a yellow and white Labrador mix. We are still learning about each other but he is such a sweetie.  Believe it or not, my mom actually likes him.  All of her dogs in the past have been the smaller happy dogs.

 

Without any further ado, I would like all of you to meet Oliver.

 

 

 

Oliver looks lovely.

Graham.

[grapau27]

11 hours ago, BonTexasNY said:

This is what I think is a unique thread.  The only other one I can compare this to for tolerance and kindness is the Friends of Bella thread. 

 

We all came in here when the pandemic started to talk about our every day lives, how we are coping in lockdown.  No politics, no religion, no name calling, no hissy fits.  Some of us knew each other either meeting on cruises or just knowing folks from other threads.  We discuss our daily lives, share wonderful pictures of food porn, travels, family, pets, future/current travels, cruises, favorite drinks, recently even snakes (ugh) and so much more.  Unlike Seinfeld, this is the thread about everything!  Slowly we became a close knit group of people from diverse backgrounds that genuinely care for each other. We rejoice and share in happy moments and give healing prayers and comfort to those in need.

 

Stick around a 2nd time.  Maybe this time you won't lose interest.

 

I wouldn't want this wonderful link to my on-line friends ever be removed.

 

Shout out to Dani for starting us on such a totally awesome online journey!!

Perfect description Bonnie and the number of posts and views backs up what we all know that this has been a wonderful thread to be part of.

Graham.

[BonTexasNY]

1 hour ago, Ocean Boy said:

Great post. I was a bit unclear why someone who "lost interest in the thread a long time ago" bothered to make that posting.

I was too, which is why I posted my lengthy one.

45 minutes ago, A&L_Ont said:

Attack mode on. 

 

 

Lucy is on the prowl and looks like she means business.  Beware!!

30 minutes ago, OnTheJourney said:

Great that there are many here that have actually met on cruises, etc. I can see where it starts to feel like an ever-growing family. Thanks for the encouragement, but I don't really feel in-the-loop on this thread and just really aren't that interested in the casual and diverse conversation since I don't do it anywhere else online, e.g. not a member of facebook or other social sites. That similar thread over on the Viking forum I have no interest in either. But...hey...carry on!!!  For me, just way too many pages (like a few hundred!) to sift through to even begin to get caught up here. 

Thanks for coming back after my post to you.

The wonderful essence about any online activity is that it feeds everyone's souls differently.

Maybe one day, you'll find something that will hold your interest as this thread holds mine.

Yes, carry on!

Edited October 6, 2021 by BonTexasNY

[grapau27]

1 hour ago, DaniDanielle said:

On our way to the MRI, my stomach is in one big knot🙏

Thinking of you both and sending you both our best wishes and prayers 🙏.

Graham 

[island lady]

15 hours ago, jagsfan said:

Wow! I didn’t know two people could have the same screen name on CC. 
I’ve had this name for 21 years. 

I’m surprised this is the first time there’s been a mixup. 
My  DH listens to me talk about CC, or pretends to, but is totally uninterested. 
He did join us for LCR on our 27 day cruise. And won a lot. 

 

Have seen them admit they were posting for other half.  Most times it's when they are gone, or not feeling well...just to keep us updated.  Some just like to take turns and don't want separate screen names.  Again, please accept my apology for getting you mixed up.  

 

Bad girl...bad Island Lady.  😞 

 

BTW...wow...21 years!  Close to being in there with you though...have been a member since early 2003.  🙂 

 

 

 

 

 

Edited October 6, 2021 by island lady

[h20skibum]

1 hour ago, DaniDanielle said:

On our way to the MRI, my stomach is in one big knot🙏

Hope the MRI goes well. 

[Sea Dog]

2 hours ago, Ocean Boy said:

What is a Mastercard cocktail?

 

Bottom half is a strawberry daquiri the top half a mango daquiri. Very tasty!!

 

1 hour ago, DaniDanielle said:

On our way to the MRI, my stomach is in one big knot🙏

 

You and Charlie are in my heart and thoughts.

 

53 minutes ago, A&L_Ont said:

Attack mode on. 

 

Lucy's like "Get out of my way." Love these pics. 

[derorim]

1 hour ago, DaniDanielle said:

On our way to the MRI, my stomach is in one big knot🙏

 

Sending good thoughts your way!

[BonTexasNY]

1 hour ago, A&L_Ont said:

Look what we found yesterday morning up here. Still warm enough to keep this little guy moving. 
 

 

When I was 10, I once brought home an orange spotted salamander like "yours" from sleep away camp.  I won't go into detail about its demise after my mom saw it for the first and last time. I can't remember how I transported it home from camp.  They're slippery little suckers.

 

I hope Dani can provide further info:  When I was in Israel and saw a lizard climb up 

my MIL's living room wall, I shrieked and told her to get rid of it.  I became my mom! What a difference 11 years make.  She refused saying that they bring good luck and to leave it alone.  

[island lady]

14 hours ago, bobmacliberty said:

 

Is that a Lava Flow or a Coco Loco?  I think that a Coco Loco is the same as a Labadoozie, and sounds similar to @Sea Dog's recipe.  The only frozen drink that I typically order is a Miami Vice...half strawberry daquiri and half pina colada.

 

Indeed, I once asked one of the bartenders on Coco Cay if the Coco Loco was the same as a Labadoozie.  He confirmed it.  

 

A nice cash tip in advance assures the heavy handed 150 Rum "lace" they put on the top.  Actually it is the only time the alcohol goes in.  The huge slushy in the big cooler is just that...Virgin until they add the rum.  😉 

 

Oh and long ago, I asked them to not give me (or charge me) for the silly plastic sippy cups.  Ended up with a huge collection of them, then started throwing them out when finished with the drink, then realized I could ask for regular disposable cup.  😊

 

 

 

 

 

 

Edited October 6, 2021 by island lady

[derorim]

1 hour ago, A&L_Ont said:

 

Lucy is so adorable.