JazzyV

There's NS!

Nice long, clear toots!

Early toots!

Nice zoom!

Rotterdam on the move.

Checking in.

Good afternoon. Thanks for the Fleet Report/Daily. 

Beavers are ok, but in the wild can cause issues. Snail-papers are almost gone, sadly. I use the metric system somewhat; it was used at work for weights, temps and size of things. Funny quote. Yes to the meal and drink, pass on the wine. I haven't been to Costa Maya. 

It's sunny and 55F right now. This has been a wacky day for me. I woke up around 4AM, then had several episodes of sleep after, finally waking up at 10:30 after the last! I posted the Cares list after the 2nd waking up. And unfortunately when I got up for good, I realized my left eye was red and light sensitive, so now I'm treating that. I can't imagine my eyes and hands when I have to go off the Kevzara (for RA and my eyes) for 6 weeks following surgery. So I'm sitting here in a darkish room, no lights on, with sunglasses on. Luckily I can touch type! BFF and I head to Erie tomorrow morning; hopefully the clouds won't obscure the eclipse too badly.

Bon Voyage to @Heartgrove's DW Sue and DSIL, @Overhead Fred and Mitzi, and @Vict0riann and Pat.

@StLouisCruisers Lovely photos from Costa Maya. 

@dfish Some healthier potato salads use part cauliflower and part potatoes, to lower the carbs. I hope your eye swelling recedes soon.

@grapau27 Welcome home. That sounds like a great cruise itinerary. I got to see the Hotel NY Rotterdam on my TA last year, which ended in Rotterdam. Thanks for the photos.

@MISTER 67 Sorry to hear about your cold. BTDT recently. Feel better soon. 

@Seasick Sailor I'm glad Allen got his medication.

@RMLincoln Very good of you to try to impart some wisdom to the "kids" about what may come up in the future, dealing with aging parents. Because my DM had developed dementia, I had to deal with much of that in my late 30's. 

@smitty34877 I'm sorry Tana had a rough night, but glad she's feeling better now. Good to hear the teenager is helping out. With all that's going on in your household, no one would blame you for toning down expectations. 

@RedneckBob Good for you, being so particular about your diet.

@kazu I'm so sorry to hear about all that's going on with you. Feel better soon!

@aliaschief You are seeing many places I'll likely never get to see. Thanks for sharing your wonderful photos.

@Norseh2o Cool!

@Sharon in AZ Cool photo and video. Thanks.

Prayers for the Care List and Cheers to those Celebrating.

Today’s Care List:

RMLincoln’s DSIL back in the hospital, slight improvement

Tana with chronic pulmonary issues, on maximal oxygen

Nickelpenny going for a CT scan

Dfish’s eye infection, improving

JazzyV with R leg pain, numbness

Taiwan 7.4 magnitude earthquake

Baltimore Key Bridge collapse, 6 people presumed dead

Citizens of Ukraine, Israel and Gaza, hostages; Haiti unrest

All Dailyites going through worries and stress, whether mentioned or not

From the Rotation:

Cruzin Terri’s DH Jim with memory issues

Nickelpenny with leg numbness and pain

Ger_77’s DH Maurice needing heart valve replacement

Celebrations and Shoutouts:

Bon Voyage Heartgrove’s DW Sue and DSIL!

Bon Voyage Overhead Fred (Fred & Mitzi)!

Bon Voyage Vict0riann (Ann & Pat)!

Welcome home smmessineo!

Welcome home POA1 & Huskerchick!

NextOne’s DS got a new job!

RMLincoln’s DH Richard’s successful outcome from his January eye surgery!

USN59-79 in Taipei

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:

7 days for LAFFNVEGAS (Norwegian Joy Apr 14 to Apr 21) 7d Bermuda from NY

Ocean sounds (Zaandam to Apr 13) 14d Solar Eclipse & Mexican Riviera, SusieKIslandGirl (Discovery Princess to Apr 13) 10d Mexican Riviera with Total Solar Eclipse, Heartgrove’s DW Sue and DSIL (Rotterdam to Apr 13) 6d W. Caribbean, Vict0riann (Nieuw Statendam to Apr 21) 14d Bermuda, Brittany & The English Channel Expedition, Lobsternight (Koningsdam to April 27) 22d Solar Eclipse & Circle Hawaii, Richwmn (Volendam to May 4, Apr 6 15d PC Cruise + Apr 21 The Atlantic Coast), Sailingdutchy (Nieuw Statendam to April 7) B2B 7d E. Caribbean + (Nieuw Statendam Apr 7 to May 5) 28d Bermuda, Brittany & Canary Island Allure, for Overhead Fred (Nieuw Statendam to May 5) 28d Bermuda, Brittany & Canary Island Allure, 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)

Good morning. Thanks for the Fleet Report/Daily.

Charlie the Tuna was a great marketing tool. Drowsy driving is as unsafe as drunk driving, and should be avoided. I'm not a Hostess Twinkie fan. Ok quote. Seems like we just had this meal. I've not made a whole chicken in my air fryer. Pass on the drink and I think I've had this wine. I haven't been to Niigata. A great day in history for us photography buffs, even though we've moved away from film.

It's cloudy here and in the low 40's. Brrr. The furnace has been running more again. I'm sleepy; 3.5 hours sleep seems to be my norm lately. Maybe I can get a nap in later. I'll still work on putting things back in the 3 rooms. I have 2 mantle scarves that need to be ironed before I can put stuff back there.

Welcome home @Cruising-along, @durangoscots, @cruising sister and @Cruisercl!

@Heartgrove Congrats on all the new cruise bookings. I'm glad Sam is hanging in there. 

@RedneckBob I'm glad they tried to keep people out of the aisles or on stairs at shows on the ship; that's very annoying if they block your view (plus unsafe).

@RMLincoln Good luck with the taxes. I got a letter yesterday from PA Dept of Revenue. I had a penalty for underpaying estimated taxes. But in their generosity, they were waiving it - the whole $5.59! 

@grapau27 Thank you. I hope so too.

@marshhawk I'm glad your friends were ok after the tornado. 

@Seasick Sailor Thanks. I don't want to seem self-serving, so as long as I'm on the list, last is fine. Your patio is very nice.

@ger_77 Enjoy brunch with Wayne and Fran. 

@0106 Your dinner sounds yummy. I'm not a seafood person, but will eat a good crabcake. 

@aliaschief Wow, great photos. Thanks for sharing.

Prayers for the Care List and Cheers to those Celebrating.

Today’s Care List:

Passing of Ger_77’s friend Gord on 3/31/2024

RMLincoln’s DSIL back in the hospital, slight improvement

Tana with chronic pulmonary issues, on maximal oxygen

Dfish’s eye infection, improving

JazzyV with R leg pain, numbness

Taiwan 7.4 magnitude earthquake

Baltimore Key Bridge collapse, 6 people presumed dead

Citizens of Ukraine, Israel and Gaza, hostages; Haiti unrest

All Dailyites going through worries and stress, whether mentioned or not

From the Rotation:

Atexsix’s DD now in hospice care

Seasick Sailor’s friend Ron with multiple medical issues

StLouisCruisers’ DB with pulmonary fibrosis

Celebrations and Shoutouts:

Welcome home cruising-along!

Welcome home Durangoscots!

Welcome home cruising sister

Welcome home CruiserCl!

NextOne’s DS got a new job!

RMLincoln’s DH Richard’s successful outcome from his January eye surgery!

USN59-79 in Taipei

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 Heartgrove’s DW and DSIL (Rotterdam April 7 to April 13) 6d Western Caribbean

1 day for Overhead Fred (Nieuw Statendam Apr 7 to May 5) 28d Bermuda, Brittany & Canary Island Allure

1 day for Vict0riann (Nieuw Statendam Apr 7 to Apr 21) 14d Bermuda, Brittany & The English Channel Expedition

Smmessineo (Rotterdam to Apr 7) 9d S. Caribbean Wayfarer, POA1 & Huskerchick (Rotterdam to Apr 7) 9d S. Caribbean Wayfarer, Ocean sounds (Zaandam to Apr 13) 14d Solar Eclipse & Mexican Riviera, SusieKIslandGirl (Discovery Princess to Apr 13) 10d Mexican Riviera with Total Solar Eclipse, Lobsternight (Koningsdam to April 27) 22d Solar Eclipse & Circle Hawaii, Richwmn (Volendam to May 4, Apr 6 15d PC Cruise + Apr 21 The Atlantic Coast), Sailingdutchy (Nieuw Statendam to April 7) B2B 7d E. Caribbean + (Nieuw Statendam Apr 7 to May 5) 28d Bermuda, Brittany & Canary Island Allure, 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)

Nice long and strong toots!

Nice zoom. More toots! The two ships tooting at each other.

Early Toots!

Just shifted the view.

Oosterdam is moving.

Departure toot?

Good afternoon. Thanks for the FR/Daily @kazu @richwmn and maps @rafinmd.

I will certainly salute Gold Star Spouses for their sacrifices to our country. No going for broke here. The world would be a better place if more inhabitants had a conscience. Fun quote. Maybe on the meal. Pass on the drink and wine. I haven't been to Bergen.

It's a cool, windy day, with snow squalls. And it's opening day for the baseball team. People will need to dress like for a football game, as wind chills are in the 20's. The rivers are finally dropping their very high levels, and some highways have opened back up. Sleep was about the same for me, 3.5 hours. I had PT, then straight back home for a mid-day coffee and bagel. The person came yesterday to clean, although I think I need to wipe one wall down again. I'd like to start putting some things back in place, as able. Monday, BFF and I are traveling to Erie, to visit a friend and watch the eclipse from their yard. I hope it's not too cloudy. In 2017 we drove to Tennessee, and although it was partly cloudy we had a good view.

@lobsternight Bon Voyage!

@NextOne Happy Birthday!

@GTVCRUISER Welcome Home!

@StLouisCruisers Lovely photos from Bergen. How scary for Austin! It was always surprising to me that you could have eaten or been exposed to something with no issues, then one day you're allergic. He definitely needs to get tested. I'm glad he's ok.

@rafinmd I hope the echocardiogram shows nothing further of concern.

@Cruzin Terri I'm sorry to hear you were ill, but glad you're back now. And good you got your cleaning person back. It's for the best, but of course Jim won't like being told he shouldn't drive.

@dfish I'm glad the eye is better. I hope your weather Monday is at least partly sunny. 

@kazu Oh my on your weather! I hope you're feeling better. 

@Quartzsite Cruiser Great photos. Thanks. 

@smitty34877 I'm sorry to hear the aide cancelled last night and hope she is able to work tonight. Being up twice is still hard, but I'm glad it wasn't more. Prayers for Tana, her son, you and the whole family.

@Seasick Sailor Thanks for the photos of the bluebonnets. 

@ger_77 You have warmer temps than here! 

@kochleffel Sorry you had some trouble sleeping. I guess you felt the earthquake that was centered in NJ. 

@marshhawk Tigger is handsome. 

@bennybear @AroundWithMAPTravels @dfish  Thanks for the Bergen photos.

@Norseh2o Lovely sunrise!

Prayers for the Care List and a Toast to those Celebrating.

Today’s Care List:

Passing of Ger_77’s friend Gord on 3/31/2024

RMLincoln’s DSIL back in the hospital, not doing well

Tana with chronic pulmonary issues, on maximal oxygen

Rafinmd’s echocardiogram

JazzyV with R leg pain, numbness

7 World Central Kitchen aid workers killed in Gaza 4/1/2024

Taiwan 7.4 magnitude earthquake

Baltimore Key Bridge collapse, 6 people presumed dead

Citizens of Ukraine, Israel and Gaza; Haiti unrest

All Dailyites going through worries and stress, whether mentioned or not

From the Rotation:

Summer slope’s friend Mike in rehab, post pneumonia, still trached

Cruising sister’s great niece Murphy post-surgery, at home

Seasick Sailor’s DH Allen with skin issues

Celebrations and Shoutouts:

Bon Voyage Lobsternight (Rob & Susan)!

Happy Birthday NextOne (Edi)!

Welcome home GTVCRUISER!

Quartzsite Cruiser back home in TX

RMLincoln’s DH Richard’s successful outcome from his January eye surgery!

USN59-79 in Taipei

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 richwmn (Volendam next segment Apr 6 to Apr 21) 15d PC cruise

2 days for Heartgrove’s DW and DSIL (Rotterdam April 7 to April 13) 6d Western Caribbean

2 days for Overhead Fred (Nieuw Statendam Apr 7 to May 5) 28d Bermuda, Brittany & Canary Island Allure

2 days for Vict0riann (Nieuw Statendam Apr 7 to Apr 21) 14d Bermuda, Brittany & The English Channel Expedition

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), Smmessineo (Rotterdam to Apr 7) 9d S. Caribbean Wayfarer, POA1 & Huskerchick (Rotterdam to Apr 7) 9d S. Caribbean Wayfarer, Ocean sounds (Zaandam to Apr 13) 14d Solar Eclipse & Mexican Riviera, SusieKIslandGirl (Discovery Princess to Apr 13) 10d Mexican Riviera with Total Solar Eclipse, Lobsternight (Koningsdam to April 27) 22d Solar Eclipse & Circle Hawaii, Richwmn (Volendam to May 4, Jan 3 94d Grand Australia & NZ Voyage + Apr 6 15d PC Cruise + Apr 21 The Atlantic Coast), Sailingdutchy (Nieuw Statendam Mar 31 to April 7) B2B 7d E. Caribbean + (Nieuw Statendam Apr 7 to May 5) 28d Bermuda, Brittany & Canary Island Allure, 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)

2 hours ago, 1ANGELCAT said:

I read on the Royal Caribbean forum that a 20 year old male jumped overboard from Liberty of the Seas  early this morning. Supposedly, he was drunk and jumped in front of his father and brother. 💔🙏

 

Very sad. I read that it was very late at night (like 3-4 AM) and the young man and another guy were in the hot tub. They were leaving for the elevators when his father approached. They argued about his underage drinking, the 20 year old said he'd "fix it", and jumped overboard, to the horror of those there.

Good morning. Thanks for the Fleet Report/Daily.

Jeeps can be fun. Interesting that Victims of Violence Wholly Day marks the anniversary of MLK's assassination. I will honor all victims of violence. Vitamin C is important for health. Interesting quote. Oh no, I have no leftovers here! Pass on the drink and wine. I haven't been to Galway. A good day in history. Today also marks the tragic loss of 3 police officers here on 4/4/2009.

It's cloudy and cool here, with rain/snow showers. Still lots of roads closed due to flooding, especially downtown where there are 3 rivers. Also lots of creeks flooding, threatening some businesses and homes. I'm fine. The person is here cleaning the rooms affected by the radiator leak. I've been up since 3:50AM, so I hope I can get a nap later. 

@aliaschief Thanks for taking us along on your adventure.

@Haljo1935 Tough decisions between your eye procedures and your shoulder surgery. 

@Heartgrove Good to hear you've come up with alternative cruise plans. 

@summer slope Nice to hear that Mike is making some progress.

@dfish Sorry it's going to take a few days to see improvement with the eye. If it doesn't improve, go get seen again. I have some ham in the freezer that I was thinking of taking out, so maybe the first recipe.

@smitty34877 Good to hear you all had a decent night last night. I hope the calmness can continue and that Tana remains stable. Prayers for you all.

@Seasick Sailor I hope Allen gets some relief soon.

@Quartzsite Cruiser I'm glad you made it home safely last night. Great Galway photos.

@Lady Hudson Your great grandson is adorable!

@grapau27 I'm pleased to hear that Sarah is doing well; and a new boyfriend doesn't hurt!

@Vict0riann Safe trip to the airport tomorrow.

Prayers for the Care List and Cheers for those Celebrating.

Today’s Care List:

Passing of Ger_77’s friend Gord on 3/31/2024

Passing of CrabbyPatti’s great Aunt Alice on 3/31/2024, age 98

RMLincoln’s DSIL back in the hospital, not doing well

Summer slope’s friend Mike in ICU with pneumonia, and his DW Sue

Tana with chronic pulmonary issues, on maximal oxygen

JazzyV with R leg pain, numbness

7 World Central Kitchen aid workers killed in Gaza 4/1/2024

Taiwan 7.4 magnitude earthquake

Baltimore Key Bridge collapse, 6 people presumed dead

Citizens of Ukraine, Israel and Gaza; Haiti unrest

All Dailyites going through worries and stress, whether mentioned or not

From the Rotation:

AncientWanderer’s DH with heart aneurysm

Catmando with cancer recurrence, on immunotherapy

Kazu having leg burning and pain

Celebrations and Shoutouts:

USN59-79 and family in Taiwan are safe

Horizon chaser 1957’s DD in Taiwan is safe

Quartzsite Cruiser back home in TX

RMLincoln’s DH Richard’s successful outcome from his January eye surgery!

Kazu getting a sitter for Ivan

USN59-79 in Taipei

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 Lobsternight (Koningsdam April 5 to April 27) 22d Solar Eclipse, Mexican Riviera and Hawaii

2 days for richwmn (Volendam next segment Apr 6 to Apr 21) 15d PC cruise

3 days for Heartgrove’s DW and DSIL (Rotterdam April 7 to April 13) 6d Western Caribbean

3 days for Overhead Fred (Nieuw Statendam Apr 7 to May 5) 28d Bermuda, Brittany & Canary Island Allure

3 days for Vict0riann (Nieuw Statendam Apr 7 to Apr 21) 14d 14 Night Bermuda, Brittany & The English Channel Expedition

GTVCRUISER (Koningsdam to Apr 6) B2B 7d Mexico + 7d Pacific Coastal, 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), Smmessineo (Rotterdam to Apr 7) 9d S. Caribbean Wayfarer, POA1 & Huskerchick (Rotterdam to Apr 7) 9d S. Caribbean Wayfarer, Ocean sounds (Zaandam to Apr 13) 14d Solar Eclipse & Mexican Riviera, SusieKIslandGirl (Discovery Princess to Apr 13) 10d Mexican Riviera with Total Solar Eclipse, Richwmn (Volendam to May 4, Jan 3 94d Grand Australia & NZ Voyage + Apr 6 15d PC Cruise + Apr 21 The Atlantic Coast), Sailingdutchy (Nieuw Statendam Mar 31 to April 7) B2B 7d E. Caribbean + (Nieuw Statendam Apr 7 to May 5) 28d Bermuda, Brittany & Canary Island Allure, 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)

Rainbow over Great Bay Phillipsburg

2 hours ago, smitty34877 said:

The rain here has gone from “oh my” to “holy moly” intensity with very active high winds. All sorts of tree breakage is noted and it is a little scary. We have had a busy day with visits from the hospice counselor and social worker. I thinks it has helped with some of the anxiety that we all have. Tana seems more comfortable although she has not been able to speak without the coughing interfering. She took to writing notes to us as the discussion progressed. I just feel strongly that we want to do what she wants now and we will do our best. DD and DS have informed me that they have arranged for the agency we used when my husband was so ill to come at night. It is very expensive and I hesitated to do this but in this time of crisis we need help. I am hoping that she will be more stable once again and that we will not need the help for an extended period.

There were so many of you sending prayers and kind thoughts. I read them to Tana just now and she was amazed that people she doesn’t know are there for her. It really is a beautiful thing and we are so grateful for all of you. I was afraid my fried brain would miss someone but please know we thank you all very much.

Terry, I had tears reading your post. It's good that Tana could participate in the discussion and make her wishes known. I'm glad you are getting the help so that all of you can get some rest. Prayers that she will stabilize. Please know that you have many people holding Tana and the family in their hearts and prayers.

Too late to edit my post, but I inadvertently called @USN59-79 Ray Jack. And I also wanted to add @Horizon chaser 1957's DD in our prayers.

@dfish Debbie, I'm glad you got a diagnosis and treatment for the eye. And that you're proceeding toward the nerve ablation.

@Quartzsite Cruiser Thanks for checking in. I imagine you'll be home soon?