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

[lenquixote66]

On 4/29/2022 at 5:45 PM, Sunshine3601 said:

That sounds like a horrible morning but a much better afternoon.    Yes, rest your eye and take care. 

Eric is on antibiotics for abscessed tooth and and it is bothering his stomach today, which is usual for him.   I hope they don't bother your stomach.       Take care and we will talk later🤩  

Hopefully Eric is feeling much better today.My antibiotic is topical .

[lenquixote66]

On 4/29/2022 at 6:04 PM, Luckynana said:

Sorry about your morning emergency, Lenny.  I'm glad to hear your eye is much better.   Rest up!

Jessie is beautiful.  Nice feather duster for your wooden floors!

Thanks,Maryann.I woke up Friday with blood all over my pillow .It was really scary.

[Ocean Boy]

35 minutes ago, Lionesss said:

So yesterday my daughter Christina and her husband Brandon were supposed to spend the day at his parents house celebrating his nephews first birthday. Well they were worried about us and did not know if we could handle 8 paws for 4 days while they went to a conference in Kansas. 
So they surprised us arriving last night. 
They wanted to make sure we would not be upset dog sitting so close to our loss of Carrie.  I said no it’s just what we need to keep our minds busy. And if it did bother us Brandon s parents would watch them. 
 

So here are Christina and Brandon at Jed’s first birthday. 

 

Then. Ms. Roxy. 

 

Then Astrid. 
 

 

Then Christina goes we would never surprise you with a kitten. But if you need help rescuing one I’ll help.  But we wanted to get you something to take your mind away from Carrie. So we got you a small gift. 
 

God truly works in mysterious ways. She just found out she is pregnant and due in December. 
 

Happy tears in Ohio 

Very cool.

[lenquixote66]

On 4/30/2022 at 3:48 AM, grapau27 said:

 

Pleased to hear your eye is a lot better now.

Best wishes Lenny.

Graham.

 

Thanks,Graham. I am on a topical antibiotic and a liquid medicine.I was told to rest my eye for 24 hours,no Internet ,no tv.

[Ocean Boy]

[Sea Dog]

7 minutes ago, Ocean Boy said:

 

Truth!!!!!

[lenquixote66]

On 4/29/2022 at 12:17 PM, Sea Dog said:

So I was hoping Royal would release some more sailings for fall of 2023 that included Tortola BVI and it looks like there are no sailings. So I'm trying to pick another cruise for October 2023 (We like to cruise and celebrate our anniversary) So I would like your thoughts on 15 night Transatlantic from  Southhampton, England to Cape Liberty NJ on Anthem October 15th? I know the weather can be iffy. They say in the 70's but since it's more northern I would think it would be cooler. Interested in knowing if anyone of you has done a transatlantic in October and if you would recommend it?

 

Other choices include:

Wonder of the Seas 7 night Eastern Caribbean (St. Maarten, St. Thomas and PD) all places we've been but never on Wonder.

 

Celebrity 8 night Eastern which does go to Tortola on October 28th on Equinox. I've never been on Celebrity before thoughts? There is also a Celebrity 8 nighter ABC islands on Oct. 14th.

 

 

We love Celebrity.We have been on 6 cruises with that line.

[NHProud]

52 minutes ago, Lionesss said:

So yesterday my daughter Christina and her husband Brandon were supposed to spend the day at his parents house celebrating his nephews first birthday. Well they were worried about us and did not know if we could handle 8 paws for 4 days while they went to a conference in Kansas. 
So they surprised us arriving last night. 
They wanted to make sure we would not be upset dog sitting so close to our loss of Carrie.  I said no it’s just what we need to keep our minds busy. And if it did bother us Brandon s parents would watch them. 
 

So here are Christina and Brandon at Jed’s first birthday. 

 

Then. Ms. Roxy. 

 

Then Astrid. 
 

 

Then Christina goes we would never surprise you with a kitten. But if you need help rescuing one I’ll help.  But we wanted to get you something to take your mind away from Carrie. So we got you a small gift. 
 

God truly works in mysterious ways. She just found out she is pregnant and due in December. 
 

Happy tears in Ohio 

So happy for Christina and Brandon !  Lots to look forward to including shopping to fill those stockings .  Twins ? 

[lenquixote66]

On 4/29/2022 at 12:40 PM, Sea Dog said:

 

That's on our bucket list. I need to check dates for that sailing. Thanks for the suggestion.

Our all time favorite cruise was to Panama Canal but with HAL.Also on the cruise was a port stop in Costa Rica .We met and became friends with a couple on that cruise and went on 3 cruises with them.

On the first Celebrity cruise we met and became friends with a very nice couple from PA that we have been on 9 cruises with them.On one of the cruises they introduced us to their good friends Arzeena and her husband.

[Tonopah]

56 minutes ago, Lionesss said:

 

 

Then Christina goes we would never surprise you with a kitten. But if you need help rescuing one I’ll help.  But we wanted to get you something to take your mind away from Carrie. So we got you a small gift.
 

God truly works in mysterious ways. She just found out she is pregnant and due in December. 
 

Happy tears in Ohio 

How exciting! Congratulations!

[lenquixote66]

On 4/29/2022 at 2:17 PM, Luckynana said:

 

She could be a twin for my oldest granddaughter 

[lenquixote66]

On 4/29/2022 at 4:34 PM, dani negreanu said:

Glad to hear.

 

@Luckynana Maryann -- BEAUTIFUL -- the girl, the dress, the hair, the earrings. Classic beauty.

@Ozark_Kid, John, congrats on the first b'day. The cake looks "enticing" 😁

@Lionesss, Sue & Rick, enjoy your cruise. You both need some time away after losing sweet Carrie.

@ReneeFLL, enjoy your solo cruise.

 

@Sea Dog, I also recommend to give Celebrity a try. If you're Diamond, you'll get all the perks of Elite on X. If not, still a very enjoyable "environment". Nevertheless, I would not "bank" on Tortola not being swapped at the last moment, so a Panama Canal seems like a sure bet. BTW, ABC islands is also a very nice itinerary.

@A&L_Ont - congrats to Owen on excellent grades.

@grapau27 - I like your garden 🌷

Thanks,Dani

[lenquixote66]

On 4/29/2022 at 5:45 PM, aussielozzie18 said:

@Luckynana Such a lovely photo of your granddaughter.  I hope she has a wonderful prom.

@lenquixote66 hope you are feeling better

@grapau27 Beautiful garden. So green and private.

I am today but it was very scary.

[lenquixote66]

On 4/29/2022 at 8:47 PM, BonTexasNY said:

Maryann, Ava looks fabulous!  Sweet and so grown up.  I'm so glad her hospital stay is behind her so that she can have a wonderful prom.

 

@lenquixote66 Lenny, glad you're doing better. Hope it continues.

 

@grapau27 Graham your backyard is a peaceful, beautiful oasis.

Thanks,Bonnie

[bobmacliberty]

1 hour ago, Lionesss said:

She just found out she is pregnant and due in December. 

 

Congratulations Sue to you and your daughter!  Great news!!!

[lenquixote66]

On 4/29/2022 at 10:08 PM, Jimbo said:

Watching the Phillies game here on Tv. and the Phillies don't even have a stinking base hit yet against the  NY Mets........No-hitter through 8 innings. It's ugly !!

I saw it on DVR and it was one of the best games I ever saw.If I lived in PA which I nearly did twice I would share your opinion.

[lenquixote66]

On 4/29/2022 at 9:39 PM, BonTexasNY said:

3 1/2 months old.  She's a rescue.

That is wonderful 

[Luckynana]

15 hours ago, Coralc said:

Quick update still freezing cold off the Pacific coast on Navigator. I will catch up when we return. I won $1000 in the casino 30 cent bet on slot machine! 😊That was exciting!

Wow, Patti!!  You are one lucky lady in the Casino.  I hope it warms up while you are still on the cruise.  I've been wondering what I'm going to pack for my NE/Canada cruise .

16 hours ago, Ozark_Kid said:

When we left Thursday we saw hints that our Irises were getting ready but was so surprised when we got home today a saw these.

 

Magnificent, John!  Absolutely beautiful!  I have fond memories of growing up with a huge area of Irises.  We had so many, we would bring them to the nuns when we would go to class.  I tried growing them in our old home on Staten Island, with no luck!  I planted them here in NJ, and am happy to report that they are doing so well here.  I love them!  When I get on my recumbent bike in our 3 Season room, I love looking over at them outside the window.

12 hours ago, aussielozzie18 said:

Next on the walk was Hermit Point.  Would loved to have had a swim here.  Also a group of scuba divers in the water.

 

 

 

 

 

Between all of your beautiful pictures, and descriptions of what you are doing and would love to do (paddle boarding, scuba diving, swimming) it makes it sound as if you are on a great vacation!!  Thank you!

[lenquixote66]

On 4/30/2022 at 8:53 AM, h20skibum said:

I was headed down memory lane for some time this past week.  One of my college fraternity brothers reached out to me, because he was updating a contact list of all the brothers in the fraternity during the four years I was in college.   It was sad to see how many have passed away, but just looking over the names brought back a lot of memories. 
 

One of the items he sent was a copy of the Daily Collegian for one of the weeks that listed the names of some brothers he was trying to track down.  Seeing that old student newspaper sent me on a Google search for other issues, and I didn’t realize they were all archived.   Reading some of those old issues, I found them amusing.  According to this ad from one of my college years, Pancake Cottage was really concerned for hungry students.  But those prices….😲

 

I have something similiar from my college days but for less,less than 69 cents.On my last cruise I became friendly with a guy from PA.He invited my wife and I to join him and some friends for lunch.It was a whole table of Penn State alum except for us.They were all very nice people.

[lenquixote66]

On 4/30/2022 at 11:37 AM, cruisingpeople said:

I had a lot of catching up to do. I won't post or comment on things until I read all previous postings. We didn't get home from our California Coastal Cruise until early last Sunday morning and it took me 7 days to read almost 77 pages.

 

Sharon & John... Sorry about your niece's house and the loss of their dog.

Sue... So sorry about Carrie. Tears were flowing from CT. also.

Maryann... Glad Ava Jude is better and at home. Lovely pictures of her and her prom dress.

Marietta & Charlie... Happy 51st Anniversary.

OB.... Glad you enjoyed your cruise. Thanks for all your pictures. Safe flight home.

Crystal.... The move is getting closer.

Bonnie.... Glad Hila is improving. Enjoy your new Grandkitty. She is pretty.

Husky 1987... Sorry for the loss of your mother.

Lenny.... That had to be a frightful awakening.  Glad your eye is getting better.

Debbie.... Hope Eric feels better soon.

Graham.... Your food pictures are always nice to see. Your lawn and garden are exceptional.

Greg... Are you still getting the "stink eye" from Lizzie & Charlie ??

 

Apologizes to those that I've missed, but over 1950 posts is a long read. 😇😂

 

Joe

 

 

Thank you

[lenquixote66]

On 4/30/2022 at 12:28 PM, DaniDanielle said:

We are in AC.  Last night after losing all day, I hit for $2400.00!!!!!!!!On my favorite machine!!!!

Debbie, hope Eric is better.  You too Lenny.

Thanks,Marietta.How is Charlie ?

[Ozark_Kid]

1 hour ago, Momof3gurlz said:

 The area under the stairs will be enclosed for garden storage.

Isn't it nice to sit out on a new deck in the spring.   Perfect weather.   You will love the enclosed area for garden storage.  We are really thankful for our new enclosed area.  So much more  convenient than walking to the garage.   Frees up space too.

[lenquixote66]

20 hours ago, A&L_Ont said:

We all had a good time but Owen throughly made the best of his early birthday gift. 
 

He has signatures on a ball from Springer, Katoh, Zimmer, Espinal, Head Coach Montoyo, and Third Base Coach Rivera. Owen was also a relay player passing hats and balls from the kids in the rows in the section behind him for signatures before the game started. As players passed Owen games balls during the innings, he spread them through the kids in the audience.  He’s a great kid. It makes me proud.
 

Owen with Springer. 
 

Owen with Montoyo.

 

 

You know that new jersey Owen got… it’s now a signed jersey. 

 

 

 

 

 

At the end of the game Owen was chatting up coach Schneider and asked for the larger bench lineup card for both teams. He said he could not give that up, but he did give Owen the singular line up card for Houston which is signed by Head Coach Dusty Baker. Hopefully he won’t have his 2,000 coaching win against the Jays this series. He is at 1,998 as of last night.
 

Owen clearly had an amazing day. 
 

The Guerrero autograph will be one to treasure.One of my childhood friends played 10 years in the MLB and over the years has given me many many autographs .However,most people have never heard of him even though he played for awhile alongside Mickey Mantle.His name is Frank Tepedino.

[Luckynana]

1 hour ago, dani negreanu said:

6 weeks from tomorrow 😉

 

Sue ( @sgmn) and me [and DHs] will be on the brand new Celebrity BEYOND. 

Rome, Katakolon (Olympia), Santorini, Mykonos, Rhodes, Athens, Valetta and ending in Barcelona.

 

Still, a lot of things can happen until then. Anticipation very much mixed with anxiety.

No worries, Dani!!  Everything is going to be perfect...how could it not, what with you're meeting up with Sue, sailing on a brandy-new ship, with Captain Kate on board, and with an itinerary such as you will be enjoying.  🌹

1 hour ago, Momof3gurlz said:

 

This is the new deck and stairs.  The area under the stairs will be enclosed for garden storage.  The area under the new deck we plan to stain the concrete, then add some outdoor lounge type furniture. 

New deck from above 

Beautiful, Deb!  Andy surely is talented.  It must be the name!  My Dad (Andy) was a Carpenter (Foreman)..unreal the things he made.  He was called "Handy Andy" for a reason..lol!

Much happiness with your new and beautiful deck!

1 hour ago, Lionesss said:

 
 

God truly works in mysterious ways. She just found out she is pregnant and due in December. 
 

Happy tears in Ohio 

BEST GIFT EVER!!!  Congratulations Sue and Rick!!!!!!!!❤️

[Ozark_Kid]

1 hour ago, Lionesss said:

God truly works in mysterious ways. She just found out she is pregnant and due in December. 
 

That is great news! Congratulations.  That is a cute pic of Jed.  He looks like he was enjoying the day.