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  1. Rabbit, Rabbit, White Rabbit! Wishing everyone a safe, healthy, and happy November! Finally got home from the cruise on Wednesday evening. I drove over to the Sarasota area post-cruise to visit with friends for a few days. Luckily, they didn't have any damage from the hurricanes, but there was a lot to see all around the area. The barrier islands are in particularly bad shape. We used to stay on Lido Key & tried to visit, but weren't allowed in. My first order of business at home was to visit my primary doctor. During the rough weather on the cruise, the roughest TA I've experienced so far, managed to let my right thumb get smashed by the bathroom door. Losing the nail for sure, and the doctor wants the ortho guy to look & make sure nothing else is wrong. Despite everything, it was a wonderful cruise. Missed two ports -- Zeebrugge & Bermuda -- because of bad weather. I don't think we saw the sun until we got over to Nassau, which was the substitute port for BDA. Lovely morning at Half Moon Caye before heading back to FLL. We were honored at our CC M&G to have an appearance by EVERY department head on the ship, from the GM on down. I haven't seen that in YEARS! Unfortunately, only 1/4 of the people that said they'd attend the M&G actually showed up. Ah well. We still enjoyed the event! Off to pick up a Rx for my thumb now -- can't see the ortho dr. until Monday afternoon. Edi
  2. Prayers for everyone in harm's way of this dreadful storm. Stay safe, please! Flying to Amsterdam tomorrow to join the Rotterdam, in Rotterdam, on Saturday. Some of our fellow passengers were unable / decided not to join us because of this storm.
  3. This is when we need a WOW emoji!! Thanks for sharing!
  4. The 2022 trip was one of my favorites, with all the Dailyites!!
  5. I looked up into the sky this morning and wondered what that bright spot was -- it's the SUN, finally!! So, I guess the lawn mowing guy will show up sometime today or tomorrow - the grass is pretty tall after two weeks of rain! I love leaves, until they turn brown & drop. That's when afore-mentioned lawn guy takes care of them for me. It used to be fun to rake leaves, but no more! Took a quick jaunt this morning to AAA to pick up my euros order -- my to-do list is getting shorter, but still haven't done any packing yet. A lot of planning, though. Looking forward to meeting some of the Dailyites on board! There's a bridge fellowship at church this afternoon that I plan to attend - I need the practice so I can play on the Rotterdam! I thought I was going to go back to Senior Fit this morning, but I was so sore from yesterday's PT that I skipped. Because I only have 3 more PT sessions, they're really making me work! As always, prayers for all that need them and cheers for all who are celebrating! Edi
  6. Thank you for keeping the Daily going while Rich is away. You're doing a great job!!
  7. Rabbit, Rabbit, White Rabbit! Today's agenda starts off with the final (I hope) follow-up visit with the hip surgeon, then lots of errands to get ready for the trip. I need to get euros, so off to AAA I go. They seem to have the best rates. Wishing everyone a safe, healthy, and happy October!
  8. Only 10 days until I fly to Amsterdam to start my TA from Rotterdam to FLL. Very excited! I was surprised & pleased that my PCC called on Friday to make sure I was all set. All my excursions are planned -- I'm very excited to be able to go to Flanders Fields out of Bruges. HAL announced that trip fairly recently, and I'm glad to learn more about the war that was supposed to end all wars...... On the down side , I got a letter that last week's dexascan revealed that I have significant osteoporosis. Darn, I wasn't expecting that! So now I get to add another "--ist" to my list of doctors - a rheumatologist. But that can wait until after the cruise. Despite Helene, NOTHING is going to rain on my parade!! LOL! RNB - glad to have you back! Sharon, thank you for tracking down Pennie. Jacqui - hoping you get a good night's sleep. Annie - you need a superhero cape! Prayers for all in need and cheers for all that are celebrating, especially on a BHB!
  9. Hi friends! Sorry that I've been among the missing for the past few weeks. I need to catch up with all the missed Dailies. I've been doing PT 3 times a week. I tell the therapists that I'm a highly motivated client, so I can go on my cruise next month! This past weekend was our regional church women's convention. I'm one of the officers, so it was a busy, but inspirational, time. My sister came up from NC to attend - she likes our group better than hers - lol!! Trying to get all my medical appointments done before I leave, so I have a dexascan & mammogram scheduled for tomorrow morning (followed by PT) and a pre-colonoscopy session with the gastroenterologist on Thursday. I see the hip surgeon next week. Dentist was last week -- at least the technician was happy with my progress! Now I'm trying to focus on the cruise. Updated the roll call for what I hope is the last time. We've got 158 people that say they're going to attend - I've never dealt with that large a group before, but it will be fun to meet everyone! I apologize for not keeping track of what's been going on here - so I'll just say that I'm praying for everyone's issues and I'm glad to see that there is some good news, too! Edi
  10. Have the Mixology classes been replaced with Cocktails with Karlijn?
  11. I remember Peter, the Bridge instructor! I took beginner classes with him on the 2021 San Diego - FLL trip through the PC. He was the nicest man. I was the only one in the class that followed his suggestion to try the duplicate bridge session, and he paired me with a very experienced player, and sat behind me for most of the hands to coach me. I ended the session with 0.34 master points! Please tell him that Edi says hi and I'm still playing!
  12. for the late trivia we teamed up with the Bridge Director and his wife. His name is Peter and he told me he was the head bridge instructor for HAL. We again did well, but another team got a perfect score again. Looks like they are going to win most of the time. The show last night on the World Stage was a welcome to the ship and an introduction to the entertainment staff. The Cruise Director, Karlijn, introduced the various people that would be supporting her during the next two months. We have about 12 people in various roles for this cruise. We listened to the Rolling Stone Rock Band again for most of the 9pm set, and all of the 10pm set. The musicians are good and the singers are very good. They played a nice assortment of songs and had the dance floor full. It was a late evening, but very enjoyable.
  13. I've been to Dover, but no pictures because it was a turnaround day and we decided to take a ship's excursion into London. I was determined that DD DH was going to get there! Well, traffic was so bad that we were very delayed - we were able to get into the Tower of London, and a brief stop at Buckingham Palace, but everything else was drive-bys. Ah well. We were about three hours late returning to the ship -- the guide was a nervous wreck, although we kept telling her that the ship would wait. Not the day we had hoped for! I still get a daily paper, but I think my carrier has been assigned all the remaining paper customers - he keeps arriving later & later... I got the RSV shot last year without any side affects. This past weekend I got both the covid & flu shots in preparation for next month's TA. The arm that got the flue shot is still a little sore, but no issues otherwise. News flash -- I DROVE TODAY and the town is still intact!😁
  14. Yes for hamburgers- medium rare, please! The drink & the wine look good. I've not been to Southampton, only Dover. Today's weather was absolutely scrumptious - sunny & in the upper 70s, with very little humidity. I saw the family of deer happily munching away on the fruit of the Japanese dogwood, but by the time I could take a picture, they were gone. Good news from the surgeon. He removed the bandage on my hip, took X-rays, put on some steri-strips, & seemed very happy. I'm to come back in 4 weeks and, oh yes, said I COULD DRIVE whenever I was ready. Woohoo - so glad because my calendar is filling up! Prayers for all in need, and cheers for all who are celebrating, particularly those aboard BHBs!
  15. DS & I got our covid & flu shots today. I'm attending a convention next month, so I wanted to make sure I was covered. And, of course, for the TA in October!
  16. Here's one vote for you staying on the 2025. I'd love to meet you!
  17. I got an update on DSIL (DD DH's younger sister) last night. They found a large mass on her right kidney and several spots on her lungs. I'm sad, but not surprised because she's been a heavy smoker all of her life. She was released while the hospital made arrangements for her to meet with an oncologists and decide next steps. She still has the Sept. 10 CT scan scheduled to see if she also has an ulcer. Please keep her in your prayers -- her name is Sandy. Thank you!
  18. Hi friends! Just when I think life is calming down & going well, I got a text this morning from DSIL that she's been admitted to her local ER. She's lost 22 pounds since early July, has an elevated heart rate & is severely dehydrated. The doctor thought she had an ulcer & had her scheduled for a CT scan on Sept. 10, but I expect they've decided they need to move faster. Sadly, she's been a life-long smoker, so her health wasn't the best. Prayers, please, that they can figure out what's going on. Thank you!
  19. Good afternoon, friends! The PT this morning agreed that I no longer needed the walker - yay!. Of course, I had ditched it after I got home from church Sunday afternoon. Glad to have confirmation that all is going well. Ephesus! The perfect place to buy a gift for DS who is very hard to shop for. OF COURSE we got him a "genuine fake watch" - a "Rolex"! I think that was DD DH's favorite part of the trip - bartering with the shop keeper. We also went into the terrace houses - the whole place is breathtaking. I went into a shawl booth in Kusadasi when we got back, thinking I would do just a "grab & go." The shop owner had other ideas! We received the lecture on the various qualities, were served tea by a family member, and just learned to slow down and enjoy the moment! And had several nice shawls to gift our family members!
  20. Today's progress report - DS allowed me to walk to the mailbox & back with the cane this morning. I'm hoping the therapist will be suitably impressed tomorrow! Now, when can I get back behind the wheel?? A lovely morning, but the humidity and temps are going up. A possible storm this afternoon. I guess it's still summer! Best wishes and prayers for all! Edi
  21. Good afternoon, friends! A busy day today. There was a zoom call this morning to cover the on-line voting procedures for our regional church women's convention next month. Beforehand, I managed to grab a shower -- the first post-surgery. Felt delightful! This afternoon DS helped me into the car for a drive to Petsmart for catfood for the furry freeloaders. The weather was lovely and great to see something other than the inside of the house! Stopped for ice cream cones on the way home. Tomorrow he will drive me to church so I can practice with the choir & attend a 50th wedding anniversary reception for friends there. I'm trying to use the cane more and the walker less. Progress!
  22. Good morning, friends! Looks like a nice day again today - I'm enjoying this "pre-fall" weather! I've convinced DS that I can negotiate the 2 steps from the kitchen to the family room without his help. Trying to accomplish the little things so he won't have as much to do. I've been to Pride Mountain winery - a interesting drive up the mountain on a twisty road. Looking forward to seeing Prince Rupert next year. Congratulations to all those celebration, and praying for those with concerns. Have a good day, friends!
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