Rare kazu Posted February 14 #1 Share Posted February 14 Valentine's Day Today is Ash Wednesday (the start of Lent), Congenital Heart Defect Awareness Day, and Frederick Douglass Day A great book should leave you with many experiences, and slightly exhausted at the end. You live several lives while reading.--William Styron, Conversations with William Styron Meal Suggestion for today - Lentil Curry Drink of the Day - Jager Bomb Wine of the Day - Joel Gott 815 Cabernet Sauvignon Destination of the Day - Barra Norte Sea, Brazil Today in History: 1876 Alexander Graham Bell and Elisha Gray apply separately for telephone patents, the Supreme Court eventually rules Bell the rightful inventor 1931 The original "Dracula" film starring Bela Lugosi as the titular vampire, is released Ship Locations Eurodam Fort Lauderdale, Port Everglades, Florida 7:00-15:00 Koningsdam At Sea Destination Ensenada, Baja California Mexico eta 02-16 Nieuw Amsterdam Puerto Plata-Amber Cove, Dominicana 08:00 - 16:00 Nieuw Statendam San Juan, Puerto Rico 13:00 - 22:00 Oosterdam Scenic cruising Sarmiento Channel Rotterdam Grand Cayman Island, George Town Harbour 07:00 - 16:00 Zaandam Grand Cayman Island, George Town Harbour 08:00 - 17:00 Eastern Hemisphere Noordam Lyttelton-Christchurch, New Zealand 07:00 - 16:00 Volendam At Sea Destination Fremantle, Perth, Western Australia eta 02-16 Westerdam Kobe-Osaka, Kyoto, Japan 07:00 - 16:00 Zuiderdam At Sea Destination Guam Island USA, Apra Harbor, Marianas eta 17 23 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JazzyV Posted February 14 #2 Share Posted February 14 Today’s Care List: Cruising sister’s great niece Murphy post-surgery, on CPAP, gtube Condolences to ger_77 on the death of her Aunt and her friend’s DH Haljo1935 seeing the surgeon about her shoulder Nickelpenny driving to CA – safe travels Smitty34877’s Tana being treated for infection JazzyV with right leg pain, tingling and numbness; trouble walking Death of 5 Marines in a helicopter crash Citizens of Ukraine, Israel and Gaza; loss of US military members All Dailyites going through worries and stress, whether mentioned or not From the Rotation: Tana with pulmonary issues 57redbird recovering from spine surgery Lazey1 with mitral stenosis, pulmonary edema; may need surgery Celebrations and Shoutouts: Valentine’s Day and Ash Wednesday Happy Birthday to Suslor’s DH Lorenzo! Happy 53rd Birthday to Superoma’s twins! RMLincoln’s DH Richard’s eye procedure went well, eye drop decreased Superoma/Kochleffel covering the Daily meal and drink recipes Kazu stepping up to keep the FR/Daily going while Rich is cruising The Daily Gardening Club posting wonderful flower pictures All the contributors to the Fleet Report/Daily Upcoming Cruises or At Sea: 1 day for Mister 67 (Celebrity Equinox Feb 15 to Feb 24) 9d Aruba, Curacao & Cayman Cruise 2 days for Mr. Boston (Rotterdam Feb 16 to Feb 25) 9d Southern Caribbean Seafarer 3 days for Nickelpenny (Zaandam Feb 17 to Mar 16 2024) 28d Amazon Explorer 3 days for Cat Shepard (Norwegian Escape Feb 17 to Feb 24) 7d Caribbean: Great Stirrup Cay & Dominican Republic 6 days for USN59-79 (Seabourn Sojourn Feb 20 to Mar 24) 33d Sydney to Taipei Lady Hudson (Vision of the Seas to Feb 16) 8d Southeast Coast & Bahamas, summer slope(Koningsdam to Feb 17) 18d Circle Hawaii, Sharon in AZ (Koningsdam to Feb 17) 18d Circle Hawaii, Quartzsite Cruiser (Koningsdam to Feb 17) 18d Circle Hawaii, Dfish & Sue (Koningsdam to Feb 17) 18d Circle Hawaii, Cruzin Terri (Oceania Vista to Feb 18) 11d Windward Islands Explorer + 7d Tropical Retreats, Quilty964 (Nieuw Statendam to Feb 18) 7d E. Caribbean, 0106 (Oosterdam to Feb 20) - celebrating her birthday on board, 22d SA & Antarctica, Ottahand7 (Eurodam to Feb 24 B2B2B Caribbean), Cruising-along (Volendam to April 6) 94d Grand AUS & NZ voyage, Durangoscots (Volendam to April 6, 94d Grand AUS & NZ voyage), cruising sister (Volendam to April 6, 94d Grand AUS & NZ voyage), Cruisercl(Volendam to April 6, 94d Grand AUS & NZ voyage), Richwmn (Volendam to May 4, Jan 3 94d Grand Australia & NZ Voyage + Apr 6 15d PC Cruise + Apr 21 The Atlantic Coast), Cat in my lap (Zuiderdam to May 11, 128d Grand World Voyage), Gail & Marty sailing away (Zuiderdam to May 11, 128d Grand World Voyage) and Aliaschief (Azamara Onward WC to June 9, 156d World Voyage) 16 26 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
portofrome Posted February 14 #3 Share Posted February 14 Thank you for the Fleet Report. 12 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare rafinmd Posted February 14 #4 Share Posted February 14 Valentines Day maps: Roy 16 23 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedneckBob Posted February 14 #5 Share Posted February 14 Thanks for the Fleet Update and General Info from all contributors, and let me add the upcoming port of call photos. Happy Valentine Day to all and to the Misses with this special poem. 9 20 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Crazy For Cats Posted February 14 #6 Share Posted February 14 Good Morning, thanks for today’s daily fleet report. Yesterday’s foot of snow turned into barely a dusting on the grass, I’m not complaining! Today is an in office day to make up yesterday it being closed. Today’s meal suggestion sounds interesting and I look forward to pictures and recipes, I think I’d like it. DH likes his LEGO roses! Happy Valentines Day ! 19 15 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare MISTER 67 Posted February 14 #7 Share Posted February 14 (edited) Greetings from beautiful Punta Gorda Cool morning with the temp at 52 heading up to 75 Good selection of days Happy Valentine’s Day I love the quote as I read at least a book a week, 62 last year Not wild about curry so I’ll pass on the meal Won Wordle in 2 lines this morning, only second time I’ve accomplished that feat, usually takes 4 lines, still haven’t lost with 41 wins, fun game for the mind Heading over to Ft. Lauderdale tomorrow morning for our 9 day cruise on the Equinox, I’ll won’t be posting during the cruise as I take a rest from the internet when cruising, I need a rest from golf also Have a great day and stay well Edited February 14 by MISTER 67 33 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare puppycanducruise Posted February 14 #8 Share Posted February 14 Happy Valentine's Day. I'm sending you all a hug. It's cold here with flurries in the forecast. No plans for the day. I like the quote. I'll pass on the meal and the drink. The wine sounds good. Prayers for everyone on the Care List. Cheers for all the celebrations. Have a wonderful day. Stay safe. 25 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare ottahand7 Posted February 14 #9 Share Posted February 14 Good morning from Port Everglades. Turnaround day today. Our last in transit for this trip. 57 degrees. Hopefully no wind. 21 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marshhawk Posted February 14 #10 Share Posted February 14 Happy Wednesday Morning Dailyites! DH has an early morning infusion today, we will be leaving at 8:20 to get to midtown and his appointment. The drive is not that bad, its the finding a parking spot that takes so long. Happy Valentines Day! 27 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
seagarsmoker Posted February 14 #11 Share Posted February 14 Good morning Dailyites and thank you for the Daily Report. Happy Valentine's Day! I hope everyone here has a wonderful day! 24 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cat shepard Posted February 14 #12 Share Posted February 14 Thank you for today’s FR & D, Jacqui! Roy, thank you for our maps. Hope everyone in the path of yesterday’s winter storm is ok. It is 20 degrees colder here this morning. I guess Winter isn’t through here yet. Vanessa, thank you for keeping up with all of us! Praying that next week gets you on the road to being pain & numbness free with lots of wonderful sleep. I have my annual wellness visit early this morning, then a manicure, Bindi walks, HIIT and regular chores will keep me busy. I finished the first pass of my grout cleaning. When I get back, I will tackle the stubborn areas. Here’s a headline you don’t see everyday…. Prayers for all who need our support. Those suffering from pain, debilitating conditions, trauma or feeling down. The caretakers. Terry, thinking of you & Tana. Cheers to all who are celebrating! Happy Valentine’s Day - everyone! May we each find a reason to smile today. *********** Joel Gott 815 Cabernet Sauvignon 2021 I used the 2021 vintage info, since that was the oldest vintage still in stock & very easy to find. Lots of consumer fans of this priced right Cab. You can find this just about anywhere. Online prices start at a reasonable $12.48. Winemaker Notes The 2021 Joel Gott Blend No. 815 Cabernet Sauvignon has aromas of raspberries, blackberries, plum, and mocha with notes of cinnamon and cedar. The wine opens with red fruit flavors, followed by velvety tannins on the mid palate and notes of black pepper on the long, textured finish. 90 James Suckling Blackcurrants, black and green olives, rosemary and some crushed walnuts on the nose. Fresh and refined, with a medium to full body and fine-grained tannins. Drink or hold. 17 9 8 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StLouisCruisers Posted February 14 #13 Share Posted February 14 Happy Valentine's Day and Ash Wednesday everyone! It's only 35F this morning but will be 63 and sunny with a bit of wind still during the day. Thank you Jacqui @kazu and Roy @rafinmd for posting the Daily and Fleet Report and the fleet location maps for Rich @richwmn. Today we can celebrate the above holidays and should reflect on congenital heart defect awareness day and how we can help reduce it. A salute to Frederick Douglass whom we can take inspiration from. An interesting take on reading in that quote. No thanks to the curry dish. Wonder what a Jager Bomb is? Someone else can have my glass of the red wine. Hurray for Alexander Graham Bell, and I remember watching scary movies on TV on Friday nights growing up. 🫣 Thanks to Eva @superoma, Paul @kochleffel and Ann @cat shepard for your reports today! Prayers for all on the Care list and all others here in need of them. So many in pain, needing medical treatment and recovering from past procedures, and suffering from loss and worry. Prayers too for my DGD and DB, friends and their spouses with health issues. And last but not least, the people of Israel and Ukraine fighting for their countries, the hostages still held, and the military members in harm's way. Cheers to all celebrating happy events and cruising! 🎂🚢 Happy Birthday to @Suslor's DH Lorenzo, and Eva's @superoma's twins on this date!🎂 Thanks to Vanessa @JazzyV for keeping up the lists and remembering everyone's birthdays and anniversaries, too! Hope you are doing okay today.❤️ The port today is actually a destination called Barra Norte Sea, Brazil. This is the area near the mouth of the Amazon and the Barra Norte River. This is a first time showing for that destination. We were there on our Amazon River cruise on the Volendam in November-December 2022. Unfortunately I didn't take any photos there. I don't know if Lenda @Quartzsite Cruiser has any but she can let us know later. Praying for a good presentation for DGD Morgan this morning. Hoping you all have a lovely day and enjoy your Valentine's Day with your loved ones (or furry friends--LOL!). ❤️ Stay safe and keep well! 26 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grapau27 Posted February 14 #14 Share Posted February 14 Good afternoon. Happy Valentine's day. We were at church this morning and Father David put a cross with ash on our foreheads. I hope everyone is well. 13 14 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare rafinmd Posted February 14 #15 Share Posted February 14 Valentine's day is a sad day in my family, It was 3 years ago today that my brother died. He was doing well after back surgery and while I never heard any official cause of death I think it was from a blood clot. I'll post more when I get back from my errands. Roy 10 22 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare kazu Posted February 14 Author #16 Share Posted February 14 Thanks to Rich, Roy, Vanessa, Ann, Paul & Eva for their ongoing dedication. Great collection of days! While Valentine’s Day is on everyone’s mind, let’s not forget Frederick Douglass - the famous abolitionist and whom many credit for Black History month. I like the quote. It’s a cold one today - very cold. But, on the bright side, we escaped the ‘Nor Easter. The snow started and stopped so quickly it wasn’t even a dusting! I am grateful as Nova Scotia digs out more and poor Newfoundland is in for blizzards. There’s no avoiding the periodontist this morning LOL. Prayers for those on the Care list, those suffering losses, grief, pain, health problems, worries & those that need them 🙏. Cheers to those celebrating and cruising 🥂 29 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
superoma Posted February 14 #17 Share Posted February 14 Feb 14 Happy Valentine’s Day Always a special day in our house. Our twin daughters were born on this day 54 years ago. I don’t know where that time went. I now have 2 grandchildren who are 20, the age I was when I got married and two who are 23. Not sure I would pick lentil curry for a valentine meal unless my significant other was vegetarian, but the recipes are interesting. The first recipe comes with detailed instructions and substitution ideas. https://www.chelseasmessyapron.com/lentil-curry/ This one uses only two spices and water not stock. Claims to be quick and easy. https://www.recipetineats.com/lentil-curry-mega-flavour-lentil-recipe/ Pretty similar https://www.thecookingfoodie.com/recipe/Lentil-Curry-Recipe 19 18 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare kazu Posted February 14 Author #18 Share Posted February 14 @Suslor a very happy birthday to your DH, Lorenzo! Happy Birthday Eva to your twins! @superoma 26 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedneckBob Posted February 14 #19 Share Posted February 14 1 hour ago, MISTER 67 said: Greetings from beautiful Punta Gorda Cool morning with the temp at 52 heading up to 75 Good selection of days Happy Valentine’s Day I love the quote as I read at least a book a week, 62 last year Not wild about curry so I’ll pass on the meal Won Wordle in 2 lines this morning, only second time I’ve accomplished that feat, usually takes 4 lines, still haven’t lost with 41 wins, fun game for the mind Heading over to Ft. Lauderdale tomorrow morning for our 9 day cruise on the Equinox, I’ll won’t be posting during the cruise as I take a rest from the internet when cruising, I need a rest from golf also Have a great day and stay well Have a great time on the Equinox; our favorite ship. Thank goodness I-75 cleared after that plane crash last week while trying to land on the Interstate. Forgot to ask you on your birthday. Did you shoot your age? 16 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Haljo1935 Posted February 14 #20 Share Posted February 14 Happy Valentines Day 💝 Agree w/the quote, Pass on the meal (curry), maybe try the drink and wine, not been to the port. Heading out to see the surgeon - hope to come back w/a plan for my shoulder; it's moving quite a bit, but I don't know if it's enough for him to proceed w/surgery. The HR guy sent an invite to replace Monday's canceled call and it's right after the surgeon appointment. Currently 45° headed to sunny 70°. Still no rain in the forecast - I know we'll be begging for some in a couple months but the yard really needs to dry out. Prayers and positive thoughts for all. 26 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smitty34877 Posted February 14 #21 Share Posted February 14 Good morning and Happy Valentine’s Day. It is pretty cold here and there are icy patches to watch out for on the sidewalks. The dogs get so excited and happy about the snow. It is fun to watch them bounce around and jump into the tall piles at the ends of the driveway. I like the quote and enjoy greatly the way books transport a person to other situations and locations. Last night I finished “The Wager: A Tale of Shipwreck, Mutiny and Murder” by David Grann. I think Tina @0106 had told us about it. It was an incredible book that I could not put down. @superoma, Happy Birthday to your twins! @Suslor, Happy Birthday to Lorenzo! I am slowly getting back into cooking mode after a week of just winging it every night. I feel a lot better when things are organized and when I can get some of the prep done earlier in the day. Tonight we will have chicken cacciatore and baked shells for the vegetarians. I suspect the teenager will be with his girlfriend tonight. Have a great day everyone and stay safe. 29 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ger_77 Posted February 14 #22 Share Posted February 14 (edited) Good morning, thanks for the Fleet Report and Daily! Happy Valentine's Day to everyone; if you're in a relationship, cherish it, if you're alone, do something special for yourself because you are deserving. It might be visiting an art gallery, getting your favourite ice cream or food, just do it because you are worthy. I feel bad for those born with congenital heart defects and hope they can be medically managed. My hat's off to Mr. Frederick Douglass for all he did for the African American community. It's cool and dark out there this morning, we're down to -19C (-2F), and according to the weather app, we are not likely to see the sun at all today with the heavy clouds over us. Maybe they'll drop more snow, who knows? Right now it's 50/50 as to snowfall for today. I'm glad @kazu's area escaped Mother Nature's wrath, although I feel bad for the other Maritime provinces and Eastern U.S. who are still digging out with more to come. @Suslorplease with your DH a very Happy Birthday today! @superoma Happy Birthday to your twins - you must have been a child when you had them! An easy day for us today - I'm going to work on stitching together some of the coasters I was able to cut out yesterday. DH has coffee with his band mates this afternoon, so I might take that time to do some housework without him around. LOL Hard pass on the drink of the day, I know I'd like the wine, and another hard pass on the menu suggestion. I think I'd have a hard time being a vegetarian. Usually on Ash Wednesday I try to burn something for dinner (I'm joking!), but because it's Valentine's Day we'll be ordering in from our favourite Italian restaurant and enjoying that at our kitchen table tonight. And wine. Prayers for everyone who is in need, in poor health, in grief, or in need of a hug. Cheers to all with celebrations. Smooth Sailing! ☺️☺️☺️ Gerry Edited February 14 by ger_77 28 3 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DCThunder Posted February 14 #23 Share Posted February 14 Since today is both Valentines Day and Ash Wednesday, this is appropriate: 25 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kochleffel Posted February 14 #24 Share Posted February 14 Jäger Bomb "The Jäger bomb is the answer to the question: 'What happens when two of the most notorious college beverages collide?' This drink does what it is meant to do, and to be honest, is tastier than it has any right to be. Go forth, young people." —Tom Macy Today's drink is a variation of the Depth Charge, which is a shot glass of vodka that is dropped (still in the shot glass) into beer. This version uses an energy drink, which is supposed to offset the depressant effect of the alcohol, and Jägermeister, a German digestif introduced in 1934 that contains 56 herbs and spices and is 35% ABV. The two ingredients for the drink are readily available; finding a pint glass to hold it might be the difficult part. You may also need a kitchen towel. 1 1/2 ounces Jägermeister Liqueur 1/2 (8.4-ounce) can Red Bull energy drink Gather the ingredients. Fill a shot glass with Jägermeister. Pour half a can of Red Bull into a pint glass. Drop the shot glass into the taller glass. When drinking, be careful not to chip a tooth on the shot glass. 9 19 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
superoma Posted February 14 #25 Share Posted February 14 (edited) @JazzyVyour lists are amazing. I salute your record keeping. Thanks for remembering that it is the twin’s birthday today. @ger_77I turned 21 the July after the girls were born. Dh was 26. I think we were all more mature earlier than the kids now. I look at my grandchildren 20 and 23 and can’t envision them married with children! we are having lightly breaded haddock, air fried red potatoes, roasted Brussels sprouts and Napa cabbage cole slaw for dinner tonight. Flowers from DH Edited February 14 by superoma Add 30 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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