Who deserves to be God Mother?

[bepsf]

There's another thread where some expressed displeasure at a certain individual being honored by another line as Godmother to their newest ship.

Among the ladies who have been honored as Godmothers to HAL's ships are spouses of the officers of the Line, Queens and Princesses, Newscasters and Actresses.

Do you think these are appropriate choices?
Who do you think HAL should call upon to be the next ship's Godmother in 2008?

[bdcbbq]

My wife. Then we could cruise at least once a year.

[RustaRoo]

Folks might find this article interesting (June 11, 2006) Cruising the world for a good godmother
http://www.recordonline.com/archive/2006/06/11/features_buzzandsundayextra-11bzshipgodmomjune-06-11.html

[RuthC]

Who do you think HAL should call upon to be the next ship's Godmother in 2008?
Dolly Smith's name should be on the short list of candidates.
(right above mine ;) )

[cruzermon]

In no particular order and for no particluar reason:

Paris Hilton, Mother Theresa, Joan Rivers, Elton John, Margaret Thatcher, Barney Fife, and any of the Gabor sisters.

[dougnewmanatsea]

I can't recall ever being offended by a choice of godmother. They usually seem to find pretty un-controversial women to do the honor. Martha Stewart is about a risk as I can recall a cruise line taking.

The most traditional choices seem to be a Queen, Princess, or other female royalty, or the wife of a current or former head of state, or a wife of a company director; the latter being probably the most common choice over the years.

Of course, these days, it could just as easily be the President or Prime Minister or company director given that such people are no longer only men.

For that matter, I don't think it's always a godmother. I'm pretty sure Kaiser Wilhelm II christened a few ships, for example. Indeed, male royalty does not seem as uncommon a choice as one might think.

But these days, it almost always seems to be a woman.

[Copper10-8]

A natural choise would be Princess Maxima, the Argentinian-born wife of Crown Prince Willem-Alexander, the future king of the Netherlands

[localady]

A natural choise would be Princess Maxima, the Argentinian-born wife of Crown Prince Willem-Alexander, the future king of the Netherlands

She sounds wonderful John, I assume she's not done jail time like other recent (and totally inappropriate) godmothers!;)

[Copper10-8]

She sounds wonderful John, I assume she's not done jail time like other recent (and totally inappropriate) godmothers!;)

Negative LL;) , her daddy had an interesting background with connects to the Argentinian junta but there was nothing she could do about that. She is very popular in Holland!

[ger_77]

Me! I've got a clean record and love cruising - besides, I don't think anybody from the "frozen tundra" has been a cruise ship godmother before.

Smooth Sailing! :) :) :)

[kryos]

There's another thread where some expressed displeasure at a certain individual being honored by another line as Godmother to their newest ship.

Among the ladies who have been honored as Godmothers to HAL's ships are spouses of the officers of the Line, Queens and Princesses, Newscasters and Actresses.

Do you think these are appropriate choices?
Who do you think HAL should call upon to be the next ship's Godmother in 2008?
Glad I wasn't the only one rankled about a "certain individual being honored by another line as Godmother." For God's sake ... the woman is a convicted criminal ... and she's the best they can come up with to be Godmother to their newest ship? Give me a break!

If I were to have anything to say about it, I'd prefer HAL choose a Godmother who was a common person who does uncommon deeds. For example, someone like the mother of that girl, Alex, of Alex's Lemonade Stands. How much of her time she must have devoted right alongside her daughter, and now in her daughter's honor, running the activities of that charitable organization?

There are hundreds of other examples ... people who give selflessly so that others, such as victims of childhood cancers, will benefit. This is the type of person I think should be selected as a Godmother to a HAL ship ... not some celebrity just on the basis that they are a celebrity.

Choose common folk ... who have done highly uncommon good deeds.

Blue skies ...

--rita

[SomeBeach]

... people who give selflessly so that others, such as victims of childhood cancers, will benefit. This is the type of person I think should be selected as a Godmother to a HAL ship ... not some celebrity just on the basis that they are a celebrity.

Choose common folk ... who have done highly uncommon good deeds.

Blue skies ...

--rita

I fully agree with your last statement. There are thousands of folks around the world that make a difference in ways we never hear about. Not all of them have the wealth to be able to do some things they may like in order to help others. Wouldn't that be a great way to say thank you!

[kryos]

I fully agree with your last statement. There are thousands of folks around the world that make a difference in ways we never hear about. Not all of them have the wealth to be able to do some things they may like in order to help others. Wouldn't that be a great way to say thank you!
Princess had a contest a while back ... I think they asked people to nominate just such deserving individuals for a free cruise for two. Gavin McCloud (sp?) personally informed each of the winners (or most of them anyway) that they had won a free cruise and why. Most of these people were nominated because of charitable works they had done ... good deeds they consistently did for neighbors, their church congregations, children's charities, etc. I think 50 free cruises were awarded.

That's why the selection of this particular Godmother ... by the same line that did such a wonderful thing of awarding free cruises to deserving individuals who perhaps could never have afforded to cruise ... shocked me so much. And, then ... that's when I had the thought why do cruise lines have to pick celebrities and other notables to be their Godmothers. Why should someone receive such an honor just because they are a sports, entertainment or other notable ... or even just the wife of an officer? Does that distinction ... in and of itself ... make them more worthy of the honor than anyone else? Why instead don't all cruise lines take much more care in bestowing this type of honor? Why not choose "common folk" who have done uncommonly wonderful deeds to benefit their fellow man ... people who we don't get a chance to read about in the paper ... specifically because they don't seek the limelight for what they do? Why can't these folks be selected as Godmothers (or, hey ... even Godfathers) to new cruising vessels?

There are so, so many "special" people around. We don't realize it because all we hear about in the news is the people who do wrong things ... lie, steal, cheat. What a wonderful way to honor someone ... especially someone who works tirelessly in the background, with little fanfare or credit ... to do wonderful things to benefit her fellow man. That's the person I would like to see breaking that champaign bottle over the hull of the next HAL ship.

As a sidenote, do you realize that when someone is named Godmother to a ship, she gets a free cruise every single year aboard that vessel? I believe it is probably a seven-day cruise ... but still it is free and I am sure she is not put into an inside cabin either. When I think of who this latest Godmother is ... and the fact that she ... a convicted felon ... will cruise free every year while I pay my fare ... it infuriates me. Call it jealously if you want ... but I think it's more a case of "crime does pay" than anything else. I think honoring her in this way just sends the wrong message out ... especially to our young people ... a message that says "go ahead, do anything you want ... you can still come out a highly respected member of society even if you do absolutely nothing to earn it."

Guess I won't be sailing Princess anymore. That's just how much this whole thing rankles me.

Blue skies ...

--rita

[wrp96]

That's when I thought ... especially after reading of this latest "Godmother" honor ... why don't cruise lines choose "common folk" as Godmothers to their new vessels? Choose people that others like myself can look up to ... maybe take a lesson from.

There are so, so many "special" people around. We don't realize it because all we hear about in the news is the people who do wrong things ... lie, steal, cheat. What a wonderful way to honor someone ... especially someone who works tirelessly in the background, with little fanfare or credit ... to do wonderful things to benefit her fellow man. That's the person I would like to see breaking that champaign bottle over the hull of the next HAL ship.



Royal Caribbean did just that for the Freedom of the Seas. They held a contest where people nominated "everyday" people and then in connection with the Today Show the viewing public got to choose. The eventual choice was a woman who has been a foster parent to over 400 kids over the years, but the other choices were just as awesome.

[kryos]

Royal Caribbean did just that for the Freedom of the Seas. They held a contest where people nominated "everyday" people and then in connection with the Today Show the viewing public got to choose. The eventual choice was a woman who has been a foster parent to over 400 kids over the years, but the other choices were just as awesome.
Wonderful! Now, seriously ... doesn't she bring more honor to such a title than Princess' latest Godmother choice?

Kudos to RCCL!

Blue skies ...

--rita

[jhannah]

How about Nancy Reagan? She's a woman of strength and quiet dignity. (But I doubt she'd be up to a naming ceremony these days.)

[sail7seas]

She is already Godmother to a ship......though not a cruiseship. Didn't she Christen the navy vessel named for President Reagan.

[dot73]

If they insist on having someone famous, why don't they have co-godmothers, one celebrity and one deserving "regular" person. How about the teacher of the year, who would certainly need a cruise every year to recover from the school year? How about someone who fosters children who nobody else wants? How about someone who has started a charity that has made a huge difference in people's lives, i.e. the woman who started the Susan B. Komen foundation that has raised millions of dollars for research that is keeping breast cancer survivors like me alive? How about Bill and Melinda Gates who will make sure that millions of African children will live past their childhoods and have a chance at a life? With the incredible marketing resources cruise lines have, they could give various charities incredible exposure. I don't know why, but the thought of Martha Stewart getting a free cruise every year just rubs me the wrong way.

[Tricia724]

In no particular order and for no particluar reason:

Paris Hilton, Mother Theresa, Joan Rivers, Elton John, Margaret Thatcher, Barney Fife, and any of the Gabor sisters.

Thanks for a good laugh. I don't get the godmother thing either.:rolleyes:

[newmexicoNita]

In no particular order and for no particluar reason:

Paris Hilton, Mother Theresa, Joan Rivers, Elton John, Margaret Thatcher, Barney Fife, and any of the Gabor sisters.you left out the Dixie Chicks. NMNita

ps:yes, Nancy did christen the Uss Reagan (I think that is the name of the ship) It was a very emotional ceremony.

[Copper10-8]

ps:yes, Nancy did christen the Uss Reagan (I think that is the name of the ship) It was a very emotional ceremony.

You are 100% correct!
http://www.reagan.navy.mil/

[waterbug1]

If they wish to have someone famous and Dutch, how about the very talented Pia Douwes?


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[SomeBeach]

An interesting point was brought up....the free cruise. Maybe that's why cruise lines pick celebrities. I mean how often would they be likely to take them up on that offer! :D

[kryos]

An interesting point was brought up....the free cruise. Maybe that's why cruise lines pick celebrities. I mean how often would they be likely to take them up on that offer! :D
I would bet they take advantage of it. They get first class accommodations and do a bit of PR for the cruise line while onboard. I am sure their onboard charges are probably "covered" too.

Sounds like a great working vacation to me. And, I am sure the cruise line is flexible about the number of people they bring along ... like I doubt they would be restricted to just two ... especially if they wanted to bring their husband and three kids on the sailing. I'm sure the line would give them a couple of cabins.

Blue skies ...

--rita

[kryos]

How about Nancy Reagan? She's a woman of strength and quiet dignity. (But I doubt she'd be up to a naming ceremony these days.)
Nancy Reagan has my undying respect. I would be honored to sail a vessel that she christened. That woman took good care of her husband ... for years ... kept him at home and comfortable during this long illness instead of shunting him to a nursing home so that she could live her life worry-free.

Now that's one heck of a lady in my book ...

Blue skies ...

--rita

[dumbonewyork]

I think Hillary Clinton would be a GREAT God Mother, she definately knows the values of being a mother and has done a remarkable job of raising a daugher.

[waterbug1]

dumbonewyork
(tee hee) If that is indeed your real name? Me thinks you are known by other incarnations on these boards. Perhaps you are trying to stir the pot a bit and shake up a few of these good folks? Perhaps not. In any case – why not!

[lougee1043]

how about sail7seas and her husband--they have gone on enough hal cruises to have paid for the ship themselves --- they represent loyal hal fans

[babyher]

I would bet they take advantage of it. They get first class accommodations and do a bit of PR for the cruise line while onboard. I am sure their onboard charges are probably "covered" too.

Sounds like a great working vacation to me. And, I am sure the cruise line is flexible about the number of people they bring along ... like I doubt they would be restricted to just two ... especially if they wanted to bring their husband and three kids on the sailing. I'm sure the line would give them a couple of cabins.

Blue skies ...

--rita

You are absolutely right Rita.

No one loves freebies more than these celebrities. they show up at these events and they have these "luxory rooms" where all these high end companies (Rolex, Chanel, etc) have booths and they hand out free merchandise.
Plus the famous "gift bags" they give these people for being prsenters at the Oscars and such. these gift bags go for $25,000 and up.

A free cruise just for a little PR and a photo OP ????????

These over paid, over worshipped Hollywood phonies would jump at the chance :)

[sail7seas]

I'd just like to comment that IMO Marlee Matlin is a wonderful Godmother for Noordam. While she is indeed an Academy Award winning actress, she is far more than that. She has made real contributions and is a very down to earth, natural, lovely woman. She is mother of (I think) four children and married to an LA Police Officer. She is physcially very beautiful in person and friendly and fun and seemed to enjoy the Dedication Ceremonies. Totally cooperative and eager and obliging.....No trace of attitude or superiority.

I don't ever think it right or fair to generalize about any group of people. Some may have great big attitude; some may be the salt of the earth nicest people you ever met.

[babyher]

I'd just like to comment that IMO Marlee Matlin is a wonderful Godmother for Noordam. While she is indeed an Academy Award winning actress, she is far more than that. She has made real contributions and is a very down to earth, natural, lovely woman. She is mother of (I think) four children and married to an LA Police Officer. She is physcially very beautiful in person and friendly and fun and seemed to enjoy the Dedication Ceremonies. Totally cooperative and eager and obliging.....No trace of attitude or superiority.

I don't ever think it right or fair to generalize about any group of people. Some may have great big attitude; some may be the salt of the earth nicest people you ever met.

Sail,

I have to agree with you on someone like Marlee Matlan. She is an exception. She is someone to be commended for overcoming a handicap and doing so much for her life. She is an inspiration, and IMO very worthy of such an honor.

[aaerobear]

How about Barbara Bush, she does so many charitable things (just ask the people of New Orleans)

[Copper10-8]

Did some checking into who the actual godmothers of HAL's fleet are:

M/S Prinsendam - All employees of HAL
M/S Statendam - Lin Arison, wife of Ted Arnison, founder of Carnival
M/S Maasdam - June Allyson, actress
M/S Ryndam - Madeleine Arison, wife of Mickey Arnison, CEO of Carnival
M/S Veendam - Debbie Reynolds, actress
M/S Rotterdam - Princess Margriet of the Netherlands
M/S Amsterdam - Janet Lanterman,wife of former HAL CEO
M/S Volendam - Chris Everett, tennis star
M/S Zaandam - Ashley & Mary Kate Olsen, actresses
M/S Zuiderdam - Joan Lunden, broadcaster/TV anchor
M/S Oosterdam - Princess Margriet of the Netherlands
M/S Westerdam - Renee Soutendijk, Dutch actress
M/S Noordam - Marlee Matlin, actress

[jhannah]

Mary Kate and Ashley? Godmothers? Now that's a hoot. I surely didn't know that. Thanks for the list, John.

[Bramcruiser]

First I can't believe there's even a thread on this. But if not Martha then how about: Queen Latifah, Kelly Clarkson (first American Idol winner), every Republican's favourite - Hilary Clinton, Judge Judy, Katie Kuric (sp?), Meryl Streep, Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Heidi Fleiss, etc, etc. Okay, so most of these you can't take too seriously. I guess I don't take the whole "godmother" thing too seriously either.

Oh and even though Host Doug said its unusual for "godfathers" I believe NCL America just had one recently christen one of their ships in Hawaii. I believe its time for equal opportunity and see nothing wrong with a man doing it too.

[Bramcruiser]

Add me to the fans of Marlee Maitlin. An accomplished actress and advocate for the hearing-impaired. Beautiful to look at and beautiful soul.

[babyher]

Mary Kate and Ashley? Godmothers? Now that's a hoot. I surely didn't know that. Thanks for the list, John.


I could see HALs logic in this.

I am just surprised they didn't have them as Godmothers for a Vista class ship. Seeing they are marketing them more for the younger crowd.

They are certainly better known to the younger crowd than say June Allyson (Ironically the longtime spokeswoman for adult diapers):) :) :)

[sail7seas]

Add me to the fans of Marlee Maitlin. An accomplished actress and advocate for the hearing-impaired. Beautiful to look at and beautiful soul.

She also has a charming sense of humor. She (through her interpreter) asked my DH some very funny questions at lunch. Quite playful and natural and delightful lady.

[newmexicoNita]

really dont want to knock nancy but i doubt that she changed ronnies diapers when they needed changing -- im sure there were many people in the house helping

my sister in law is the sole responsiblity of her 60 yr old retarded brother and she changes the diapers for him --cooks and cleans and is his sole life support- this woman and many many others like her are the real unsung heros in society and maybe one of them should be afforded the honor of being named godmother to a cruise shipOf course your sister in law is to be commended and respected. So is Nancy R, no, she did not change his diapers, most of us feel the only positive thing going for her was her financual ability to give Ronnie the best care, but I can assure you she went through H##L and kept going. My husband was lucky enough to have served in the Reagan administration both in Ca and DC. We know what kind of a relationship they had. I normally don't post this imformation as it has nothing to do with cruising, but I couldn't resist. NMNita

[babyher]

Of course your sister in law is to be commended and respected. So is Nancy R, no, she did not change his diapers, most of us feel the only positive thing going for her was her financual ability to give Ronnie the best care, but I can assure you she went through H##L and kept going. My husband was lucky enough to have served in the Reagan administration both in Ca and DC. We know what kind of a relationship they had. I normally don't post this imformation as it has nothing to do with cruising, but I couldn't resist. NMNita

I agree 100%

Whatever you think of them personally or politically. They were very much in love and fiercely devoted to eachother. I remember the press always made fun of "The Gaze" (The look she would have on her face when she was listening to him make a speech.) You could see how much she loved him.

Very unlike the looks on another former president and first ladys faces when they are together. You can get frostbite from those icy stares.

[aaerobear]

Give me those icey stares ANYTIME, "just say no" to any first lady as Godmother of a ship. It would make for to many jokes from "the other side" to even be worth it. Believe it or not, there are actually a lot of people that like the godmother thing and it would be sad to hang a picture of a former first lady up and then have it be ridiculed by passengers who did not like the husband or though the FL was not what THEY thought she should be.

Leave it to actors and royalty ( and an occasional wife of one of the owners who needs her ego stroked)

[aaerobear]

John/Copper

I said in a post a while back that June Allyson was the godmother of the Maasdam and somebody (don't know who) took me to task and said she wa NOT and that I should look for the picture of the correct godmother. I knew I was right. Thanks for the list. I feel better now

Ed

[Tricia724]

Mary Kate and Ashley? Godmothers? Now that's a hoot.

I agree, Jim....especially when you consider that many of us cruise HAL because we like to avoid kids and teenyboppers.:D

[Copper10-8]

John/Copper

I said in a post a while back that June Allyson was the godmother of the Maasdam and somebody (don't know who) took me to task and said she wa NOT and that I should look for the picture of the correct godmother. I knew I was right. Thanks for the list. I feel better now

Ed

No prob Ed, take care!

[dougnewmanatsea]

I could see HALs logic in this.

I am just surprised they didn't have them as Godmothers for a Vista class ship.
ZAANDAM was HAL's first attempt at building a "young people's" ship. Same idea as the Vistas, but less successful.

Choosing the Olsen twins was part of the effort to attract younger cruisers to this ship.

"just say no" to any first lady as Godmother of a ship. It would make for to many jokes from "the other side" to even be worth it.
I agree. A politician or politician's wife as Godmother... Not a good idea.

I agree with all those who said Marlee Matlin was a great choice of a Godmother. A Godmother we can all admire, in more ways than one ;) !

[Bramcruiser]

Ditto to no wife of a politician. As much as both Hilary Clinton and Nancy Reagan have their fans, there are a lot of Americans and non-Americans who ridicule them and/or their husbands just as equally. It would always be seen as a political move with one side praising and the other criticizing the line for just this type of thing. Nothing evokes strong opinions more than religion and politics which are what I try to avoid talking about in crowds. Especially when I am trying to enjoy a vacation.

Just look what response a criminal by the name of Martha Stewart brought on. To me, the more controversial the worse the move is.

[bepsf]

Bram --

While I agree with you to a certain extent, I'd say that in hindsight the Olsen Twins are probably a far worse choice than Nancy Reagan as Godmother...

***"Excuse me, where's the Anorexia Dining Room & the Crystal Meth Lounge?"***
:eek:

I agree that Marlee Matlin is a great choice - hopefully her selection will pave the way for honoring more self-accomplished personages like Barbara Walters, Meryl Streep, Gail Devers and Maya Angelou.

[babyher]

Bram --

While I agree with you to a certain extent, I'd say that in hindsight the Olsen Twins are probably a far worse choice than Nancy Reagan as Godmother...

***"Excuse me, where's the Anorexia Dining Room & the Crystal Meth Lounge?"***
:eek:

I agree that Marlee Matlin is a great choice - hopefully her selection will pave the way for honoring more self-accomplished personages like Barbara Walters, Meryl Streep, Gail Devers and Maya Angelou.




*LOL*:) :) :)

The Anorexia Dining Room !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I love it

I think its on the same deck as the new Bulemic Alternative Restaurant The "Fork and Bucket"........they were gonna call it the "Scarf and Barf " but Thank God good taste prevailed that day *LOL*

[newmexicoNita]

*LOL*:) :) :)

The Anorexia Dining Room !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I love it

I think its on the same deck as the new Bulemic Alternative Restaurant The "Fork and Bucket"........they were gonna call it the "Scarf and Barf " but Thank God good taste prevailed that day *LOL*
My laugh for the day from both of you.

[Copper10-8]

Bram --

While I agree with you to a certain extent, I'd say that in hindsight the Olsen Twins are probably a far worse choice than Nancy Reagan as Godmother...

***"Excuse me, where's the Anorexia Dining Room & the Crystal Meth Lounge?"***
:eek:

I agree that Marlee Matlin is a great choice - hopefully her selection will pave the way for honoring more self-accomplished personages like Barbara Walters, Meryl Streep, Gail Devers and Maya Angelou.

Brian, pardon my ignorance but who is Maya Angelou?

[bepsf]

Brian, pardon my ignorance but who is Maya Angelou?

"Dr. Maya Angelou is a remarkable Renaissance woman who is hailed as one of the great voices of contemporary literature. As a poet, educator, historian, best-selling author, actress, playwright, civil-rights activist, producer and director, she continues to travel the world, spreading her legendary wisdom. Within the rhythm of her poetry and elegance of her prose lies Angelou's unique power to help readers of every orientation span the lines of race and Angelou captivates audiences through the vigor and sheer beauty of her words and lyrics."

http://www.mayaangelou.com/

[Copper10-8]

"Dr. Maya Angelou is a remarkable Renaissance woman who is hailed as one of the great voices of contemporary literature. As a poet, educator, historian, best-selling author, actress, playwright, civil-rights activist, producer and director, she continues to travel the world, spreading her legendary wisdom. Within the rhythm of her poetry and elegance of her prose lies Angelou's unique power to help readers of every orientation span the lines of race and Angelou captivates audiences through the vigor and sheer beauty of her words and lyrics."

http://www.mayaangelou.com/

Thanks!

[RevNeal]

I agree that Marlee Matlin is a great choice - hopefully her selection will pave the way for honoring more self-accomplished personages like Barbara Walters, Meryl Streep, Gail Devers and Maya Angelou.

Baba Wawa would be a good choice. :)

After her melt-down on MSNBC the other night I don't think that Connie Chung would be a good one. :) And, no matter what, DON'T let her sing. ;)

How about Deborah Kerr???

[babyher]

Baba Wawa would be a good choice. :)

After her melt-down on MSNBC the other night I don't think that Connie Chung would be a good one. :) And, no matter what, DON'T let her sing. ;)

How about Deborah Kerr???


Deborah Kerr, a very classy lady and a very good choice

How about Olivia De Havilland ? If I am not mistaken , a former tablemate of yours :)

Maybe you have some clout in getting her out of retirement *LOL*

[Typhoon1]

There's another thread where some expressed displeasure at a certain individual being honored by another line as Godmother to their newest ship.

Among the ladies who have been honored as Godmothers to HAL's ships are spouses of the officers of the Line, Queens and Princesses, Newscasters and Actresses.

Do you think these are appropriate choices?
Who do you think HAL should call upon to be the next ship's Godmother in 2008?

Queeen BEP of course.:D :D

[dougnewmanatsea]

How about Olivia De Havilland ?
As I recall, she was the Godmother of GRAND PRINCESS in 1998.

[RevNeal]

How about Olivia De Havilland ? If I am not mistaken , a former tablemate of yours :)

Maybe you have some clout in getting her out of retirement *LOL*

Most unlikely. She's pretty reclusive now days, and she wouldn't remember me ... I would have been a passing, unimportant blip on her radar. :) Still, it was a GREAT honor to get to meet her.

[RevNeal]

As I recall, she was the Godmother of GRAND PRINCESS in 1998.

I wonder if that would make it less or more likely that she would say yes to an offer?

[RuthC]

I wonder if that would make it less or more likely that she would say yes to an offer?
I suspect it would make it less likely she would get an offer from HAL. The previous honor links her to another line.

[RevNeal]

I suspect it would make it less likely she would get an offer from HAL. The previous honor links her to another line.

Quite possibly ... though she IS a Mariner with at least 100 days. So ... there is THAT.

[bepsf]

If Sophia Loren can be godmother to a half-dozen ships, why not O-Livvie?
;)


BTW --
Thanks Typhoon - I humbly accept this incredible honor...
...but do I really have to smash the Champagne against the ship? Can't we just drink it & go take a nap someplace???
:D

[bookworm0911]

I think her health now would never permit any public appearance like that. I love her, but there are many other ladies who would be better able to handle the responsibilities. Plus she's been there, done that. The last I saw Olivia de Haviland I think was being honored on an awards show and she was quite infirmed. She's 90 years old.

[gizmo]

Mary Kate and Ashley? Godmothers? Now that's a hoot. I surely didn't know that. Thanks for the list, John.

The Olsen twins did a "Cruise with the Stars" cruise on the Zaandam. I remember posts about this. Imagine a ship full of squealing girls. :eek:

[jhannah]

Ah yes. I remember that, now that you've mentioned it. Sorry I missed that sailing. (not!) ;)

[bookworm0911]

My first choice would be Dame Judi Dench- a great actress and a great lady- but she already is Godmother of the Carnival Legend. She's worthy of the honor on 2 ships, however. :)

[Host Walt]

John/Copper

I said in a post a while back that June Allyson was the godmother of the Maasdam and somebody (don't know who) took me to task and said she wa NOT and that I should look for the picture of the correct godmother. I knew I was right. Thanks for the list. I feel better now

EdWe were there in FLL when she did the christening right before the maiden voyage. Beautiful day, beautiful woman and noisy, but not very visible, fireworks.

It was, I understand, Ted Arison's last cruise, as well. (They were the first occupants of the Penthouse Suite)

[RevNeal]

We were there in FLL when she did the christening right before the maiden voyage. Beautiful day, beautiful woman and noisy, but not very visible, fireworks.

June Allyson was noisy? ;)

[bepsf]

I just saw that Connie Chung clip...
...she does not get to be Godmother!
:eek:

[HeatherInFlorida]

I can make this very easy ............ me.

I'd be great. I have nothing else on my plate. I can devote myself entirely to the effort.:D

On Maya Angelou, who I admire greatly, many here know my favorite quote of hers as it was in my signature for such a long time ........

"When people show you who they are, believe them."

[kelhair]

Brian:

ROFL . . .:D

You have no idea how much I would enjoy cruising with you, you never fail to make me laugh. Thanks!

Regards,
Kelly

[babyher]

I just saw that Connie Chung clip...
...she does not get to be Godmother!
:eek:


*LOL* Did you hear her sing??????? She makes Yoko sound like Streisand :)

[babyher]

June Allyson was noisy? ;)

LMAO:) :) :)

As I was reading Walts post, I paused and thought the same thing for a second.

Then I scroll down and see your post *LOL*

Either great minds think alike , or we are both a couple of smart A**es *LOL*

[gizmo]

My vote goes to Molly, Heather's dog.

If the Olsen Twins can be God Mother why not a dog ? :D

(I wouldn't even consider comparing Molly to the lastest Princess God Mother :rolleyes: ) No contest. Molly wins hand down !

Heather, you will be included in everything since she is your dog.

[HeatherInFlorida]

Thank you, Gizmo. And Molly thanks you even more and she accepts. Or rather I accept on her behalf. Close enough for me.:) And she's AKC Registered so that's just as good as Royalty in my book.

As for Connie Chung on her last show, I thought she was absolutely hysterical. And good for her for being able to make fun of herself.

P.S. I can sing, too ... better than Connie. Molly and I will do a special duet. She does the soprano part. We're really quite good;) .

[babyher]

Put me down for another vote for Molly

(Accompanied by Heather, of course) :) :) :)

[HeatherInFlorida]

We humbly thank you, babyher:) , for the vote. Sadly, I fear we won't get enough votes. But she really would make a lovely Godmother and I think all dogs should be considered (with their Masters, of course;) )