irishjim

45 minutes ago, grapau27 said:

We have been out for Dinner tonight.

Graham.

Wow I  am  so  envious.

                                         Jim

5 hours ago, GeorgeCharlie said:

 

Happy New Year everyone and hopefully we're all looking at an enjoyable cruise-filled 2022.

 

Had the following video sent to me by some Australian friends - where it's already 2022.

 

AULD LANG SYNE by Sissel - YouTube (youtube-nocookie.com)

 

Cheers,

Bill & Lynne

Thank for  the  beautiful  video. 

                                                       Jim,

6 hours ago, grapau27 said:

Wishing everyone a Happy New Year.

Graham & Pauline ❤️

Thank  you both  very  much  and the the same to you  and  your  lovely  wife.

                   Jim  and  Sheila.

1 hour ago, cat shepard said:

Noooooooo🤬!

I WILL  SAY  EXTRA  PRAYERS FOR  HER  TONIGHT.

                                                                                          Jim.

1 hour ago, cat shepard said:

Noooooooo🤬!

5 hours ago, grapau27 said:

Good afternoon.

Thank you for today's daily Rich and Roy for the lists.

Interesting days.

Bacon is nice on our full English breakfasts.

With Covid19 we have had to make a lot of last minute changes.

Nice food and wine of the day.

We have been to St Peter Port many times.

It is a tender port.

Prayers for everyone on the care list.

Take care.

Graham. 

Ghaham I hope  this  is  not  a  dumb. Have  you  tried  a  full Irish

breakfast. I  was  raised  on  them.  I  do  not  think  I  could manage 

that  today.

                      Jim.

2 hours ago, StLouisCruisers said:

 

I don't know what you said that was deleted, but we all have our days when our frustrations spill out.  Please just proceed forward and forget about it.  You're welcome to stay and post all you want as far as I'm concerned.🙂

I 2nd  that.

2 hours ago, Cat in my lap said:

Hope you heal quickly!

I  am  so  glad  everything  went  well  and  you  are  home  with  your  darling  wife  and  can  be  together  for a  wonderful Christmas

                                                                                       Jim and Sheila

3 hours ago, grapau27 said:

Good afternoon.

It is 39°F and cloudy here in NE England.

The hospital has just rang and I have to be there at 07.30am GMT in the morning for my BCC op.

Thank you for today's daily Rich while on your cruise.

Thank you Roy for all the lists.

Roots day is good for checking our family histories with relatives.

Meatloaf is the suggested meal for Festivus.

We have been to Casablanca but not Tangier so I will look forward to seeing pictures.

Prayers for everyone on the care list.

Happy cruising to all Dailyites on the Rotterdam.

Take care and stay safe 😷.

Graham.

 

 Wishing you the best for  your op and and you will fine  and  well.

                                                                                                    Jim.

52 minutes ago, Live4cruises said:

Yes, exactly the same thing a few years ago.  We stopped using a TA all together.  I now go directly to the cruise line to book.  We don’t use a PCC, and the cruise line’s 800 number has worked well for help on demand.  We use cruise air some, and sometimes book directly with the airline.  

I know that by not using a TA, we may miss out on some OBC or other perks, but those aren’t enough to offset the convenience of managing our own bookings at our own convenience.

I cant get HAL to have my pcc contact me because the  keep  telling

me  my  phone number is  invalid its the same number  I  have used 

with  HAL  FOR 35 YEARS  I WAS  TOLD TO  EMAIL the mariner

 soity, does anyone   know  where to find the EMAIL

10 minutes ago, aliaschief said:

One minute you can’t log in, next you can’t post, then you can’t like a post. From Safari to Chrome back then back!  Erase all history! Try again! 😩
 

All I want for Christmas is a smooth working web site!🎄😷
 

 

I  hate to  have  to  say this but this is total incompent  ITs at hal and  there is  no excuse for it. That is my personel  take.

                                                                                           Jim.

Just now, irishjim said:

 

Happy Anniversary and many many more.

                                                                         Jim.

2 hours ago, Rowsby said:

Needed to share.....:)

 

Today is our 50th Anniversary....and we just can't believe it.....!!!

 

3 hours ago, bobpatj said:

Good morning!  I'm never at the computer in the morning, but while there, today, I decided to check the Daily on the big screen.  I have been reading every day, but not posting for not being able to do so on my phone.  I have been able to post on Roll Calls, on the computer, so I'll see if this works, today. 

We are planning to be onboard Rotterdam VII from Jan. 9th - 29th, a 14 day and 6 day back to back.  There have been several itinerary changes, so the Ship is becoming the main itinerary, which is fine by me.  Thanks to Rich and Roy for the Daily, and to all who post each day.  I hope this time I can get onboard again.

Enjoy  your  cruise  and  relax.

                                                  Jim.

2 hours ago, Horizon chaser 1957 said:

Good morning, all! Chocolate Covered Anything is a great day! I may celebrate it by dipping some of the candied orange peel I made in chocolate. Reconciliation Day and The Boston Tea Party are both important.

I won’t be having tilapia tonight, because it’s my birthday and DH is taking me out for dinner. No idea what lol order, but I promise you it won’t be tilapia!

Remember back when the The Beatles first sang ‘When I’m 64’? At that time, 64 seemed so old and impossibly far away. Suddenly, 64:is here, but being old still seems far away! LOL

Sending continued strength and prayers for @kazu Jacqui, Jose, and Jose’s medical team; @HimselfFather with COVID, @rafinmdRoy and his treatment, and all else in our Dailyite family needing extra strength right now.

We have not been to today’s port, but look forward to pictures!

Happy Thursday, everyone. I wish tonight’s celebration was in the Pinnacle Grill of a BHB!

 

Have a very Happy Birthday and enjoy your Dinner.

                                                                                       Jim.

3 hours ago, ger_77 said:

Good morning to our Daily Family.

 

I had a long conversation with @kazu last night and she has agreed to let me post on her behalf today.  She is so grateful for the outpouring of love, care, and prayers that everyone has expressed for her and Jose, and asks for continued prayers.  

 

For the next little while she will not be posting on our Daily, as she will be spending her time at the hospital, focusing on Jose and his medical needs.  I know she will not have the energy to provide updates on a regular basis, but I can assure you I will certainly post something when I hear from her.

 

I ask that you continue to keep Jacqui, Jose, and the medical specialists working for them in your prayers as we go through our days ahead. 

 

Thank you,

Gerry

They both have all  of  my  prayers and  have prayed  for the Doctors

to find the cure.

                           Jim.

15 minutes ago, bdrcole said:

That is great news Roy.  Congrats

Roy  you  deserve this  cruise I wish  you a very happy  cruise  and good

health.

            Jim.

3 hours ago, StLouisCruisers said:

Hi everyone!  DH and I arrived in Cincinnati a little delayed due to mechanical issues but safe and sound.  Shortly thereafter our DGD Ashley arrived at the airport to pick us up.  At about that time we got a message from DH's sister from St. Louis.  She was rushing over to the nursing home because she got an urgent message that the end was near for DMIL.  When they arrived moments later she had just taken her last breath.  So DMIL passed away at around 11 am eastern time.  It's hard even though expected.  🙏

 

Now trying to figure out the date for a funeral service and burial with our kids and grandkids and have come up with next Saturday.  But DH's sister is not happy since she wants to go to Disney in Orlando for two weeks leaving tomorrow morning.  Looks like she will be coming back home to St. Louis halfway through her vacation.  She has no children so no worries there.  But I'd say your own Mother's funeral is pretty important!  Sorry for the inconvenience, Sis.  Sheesh!

 

Hoping for better news today from Jacqui.  🙏

Prayers winging to all of  your  loved ones and  you.

                                                                                         Jim.

19 minutes ago, Sharon in AZ said:

Interesting!  I wonder what they call them. I can’t imagine anything higher than a penthouse. 😉

 

Enjoy your cruise!

I  may  be  wrong is   there  not  an   Owners suite?

1 hour ago, Cat in my lap said:

Thanks for info!  
Today is my birthday- so we have been celebrating!  

Have a wonderful happy   BIRTHDAY.

                                                                 Jim.

3 hours ago, dfish said:

Good morning, everyone.

 

It looks like it will be a gloomy day here with rain and falling temperatures.  

 

Please include my cousin and her family in your prayers.  She had an automobile accident on Saturday and her 10 year old grandson was killed.  From what I can piece together it looks like she was probably at fault for the accident.  That is a hard burden to bear and she has been very fragile where mental health is concerned for most of her life.  

 

Today's meal is a good way to use up that leftover turkey in the freezer.  There are many different varieties of turkey casserole, so just choose one that suites your preferences.   This one can be made in advance and then frozen until you're ready to eat it.  https://dinnerthendessert.com/leftover-turkey-casserole/

 

 

This one is a creamy casserole.   You can add in any vegetables you like or take out the ones you don't like.  Is the turkey all gone?  You can substitute chicken or even sliced smoked sausage.  https://www.spendwithpennies.com/creamy-turkey-casserole/

 

 

And who can resist Aunt Bee's recipe?   https://www.theseasonedmom.com/aunt-bees-leftover-turkey-casserole/

 

 

Wishing you all a wonderful day.

 

Prayers being sent. So  heart breaking.

                                                                  Jim.

1 hour ago, ger_77 said:

@irishjimhow wonderful to hear your wife is home at last!  I'm sure she's as happy to be home as you are having her there.   It's always nice hearing news like this.

 

Smooth Sailing! 🙂🙂🙂

Gerry

Thanks very  much we  have booked a cruise  on  the ms Zuiderdam  Sept 28 2022  Vancouver Ft Lauderdale dec1 23. TOTAL 74  days. 

Veranda cabin an we will enjoy this. All OUR  PRAYERS to  every  one

in need.      Jim.

On 11/28/2021 at 6:52 PM, FlaMariner said:

 

I don't know....it's too late for us....On our travel agent site, it says 8pm but somehow I think it is earlier...

It   has been 8pm on my  last 36 cruises they  may  have  changed.

I hope  not.     Jim.

11 hours ago, rafinmd said:

Thank you for the Thursday Daily, Rich.  I haven't had a fritter since my college days.  Mutts and Special Education have special places in our lives.  I love the meal and the Kierkegaard quote.  I've been to Costa Rica but not to Quepos.

 

Today’s care list:

Welfare of furloughed crews
Seasick Sailor’s friend Walker wthdrawing from cancer treatments
NW and BC flooding, mudslides, and people trapped between closures with diminishing supplies
kakalina with spreading lung cancer in hospice
SrLouisCruisers friend John with end stage melanoma
SrLouisCruiser awaiting MOHL results
Strength for smitty34877 and tana
Strength for Cunnorl, DH, and family on passing of SIL
JazzyV’s best friends MOHS surgery TODAY
Cruisingalong pre-travel malaise
summer slope awaiting biopsy results
From the rotation:
rafinmd undergoing radiation
Mamaofami’s friend in hospice
Cruisin Terri Autoimmune problem
HAL Sailor DH health issues

 

Celebrations and Shoutouts:

 

Hannukah through 12/6
5 BHB with passengers
1 day for Cruisin Terri (O Riveira)
2 days for Heartgrove Koningsdam and kb4863 Regal Princess to 12/9
Front Line Health Care Workers            
Quartzite Cruiser (Koningsdam to 12/12) , Lynanken and Lindaler (Rotterdam) at sea
Another week for Overhead Fred
Successful MOSE for Heartfrove DD
Welcome home Norseh2o
highland cruiser in Vallarta after  her 
Konibngsdan Staff Captain Sabine - officially onboard & introduced. - Our first female staff captain and HAL’s likely first female Captain(I know this is a repeat but she’s worth it)

Roy just  to  add  some  good  news  for  a  change. My Wife 

Sheila after  nearly 4 weeks stay  in hospital after her arm  surgery was  discharged dec1 and is  home  at last. Thanks  must  go  to  the Doctors  and  those  wonderful NURSES and the wonderful people  on this  board for prayers  and  kind

words of support. Heartfelt THANKS. 

                                                                irishjim.

1 hour ago, Sharon in AZ said:

Oh dear Terri, I am so sorry about your BIL. Prayers and thoughts to you, your DH and entire family. 

PRAYERS TO YOU ALL

                                     Jim.

1 hour ago, Cat in my lap said:

Good morning everyone!  Thanks for the welcome to this group.  
 

I love bagpipes - once a year our presbyterian church has a heritage service with bagpipes that was just a couple of weeks ago.  The group is from Dunedin which is a bit north of St. Petersburg- where the Toronto blue jays have spring training.

I would like to welcome to the our group.

                                                                       Irish Jim.