Howie Garland Cruised MERCURY 2003

[k8russ8]

What has happened to Howie? I met you on the Panama Canal cruise. You were in the greatest suite on the ship. You thanked Babbette frequently for this honor. I was at your party going through the canal. Eileen and you were such gracious hosts. My family is in the music business. Your son had a CD that was really good. I played in the casino with Eileen. I also hung out with a really cute singer from the ship. He has studied with Placido Domingo's vocal coach. He is on his way to the top. His name is Fernando Varella. He is incredible. My name is Kate and I was cruising alone. If you remember me and see this tome, Drop me a word or two.......................

[CupCaked]

JFYI, Howie's wife passed away a year or two ago.

[k8russ8]

So very sorry to hear about Eileen's passing. I really enjoyed her company. Howie, My very belated condolences to you and your family. I would like to be able to get in touch.

[ocngypz]

Hi Kate:

 

Babette, here. Try rec.travel.cruises for Howie

 

Yes, sadly, Ei left us in 2004.

 

I still have some pictures from the Mercury canal transit Ei sent me.

Boy I sure loved that Penthouse Suite!!!

[k8russ8]

Babette,

At last I get to meet you. Previously you have been a person whom I could only hold in great esteem. I wish I had the resources to travel as you have. My husband's illness of 18 years; and subsequent death at age 53 has put me into another bracket altogether. I sure did love the flowers that you left for Howie and Eileen. Your graciousness allowed us all to enjoy that suite. What a way to traverse the canal. Are you still the reigning Queen of Celebrity? I wish you well and many more wonderful days at sea. If there were a way for me to be on the sea all the time.............

Well as it has been said before "To sleep, to dream, tomorrow." Sail on sailor. Thanks so much for your response.