Beckett Posted May 2, 2023 #45301 Share Posted May 2, 2023 12 minutes ago, Adawn47 said: After three months of continual back and forth I have reluctantly had to cancel our December,18 night cruise. It was hard, but Frank's back and walking problems have been slowly getting worse and is now waiting for a hospital appointment, which will probably be later than sooner. We already know what the problem is, but it's to see if anything more can be done to help. I was on hold for 40 mins this morning, but surprisingly I got a refund on some of the deposit. Something to do with an overpayment of deposit🤔 Confused, but I won't argue. I hope everyone is well. x Avril That's such a shame Avril and sorry to hear that Frank is suffering. No matter how good the medical facilities are on board I would always rather be in my home surroundings just in case. At least you've got something back on your deposit - they'll probably ask you for that back next time you book! Be well both and best wishes. Jane xxx 8 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Angel57 Posted May 2, 2023 #45302 Share Posted May 2, 2023 1 hour ago, Adawn47 said: After three months of continual back and forth I have reluctantly had to cancel our December,18 night cruise. It was hard, but Frank's back and walking problems have been slowly getting worse and is now waiting for a hospital appointment, which will probably be later than sooner. We already know what the problem is, but it's to see if anything more can be done to help. I was on hold for 40 mins this morning, but surprisingly I got a refund on some of the deposit. Something to do with an overpayment of deposit🤔 Confused, but I won't argue. I hope everyone is well. x Avril Oh, that is such a shame Avril, but I’m sure you feel relieved that the decision has now been made and actioned. Take care both of you. 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dermotsgirl Posted May 2, 2023 #45303 Share Posted May 2, 2023 3 hours ago, Eglesbrech said: Aberdeen South harbour (cost 400 million) can now take larger ships.. They put on a full pipe band and dancers for Aida coming in today. The guests are in the city or going on tours to Balmoral, whisky tastings, Glams castle etc. The are 25 bookings for the port already this year. Nice to see ports opening up to ships rather than restricting them. I've become a fan of the British Isles cruises, so I would welcome Aberdeen as a new port for me to visit. I've noticed that Ambassador has Aberdeen and Dundee on their itineraries for 2024, but unfortunately neither sail from Tilbury, which is my Ambassador preference 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dermotsgirl Posted May 2, 2023 #45304 Share Posted May 2, 2023 1 hour ago, Adawn47 said: After three months of continual back and forth I have reluctantly had to cancel our December,18 night cruise. It was hard, but Frank's back and walking problems have been slowly getting worse and is now waiting for a hospital appointment, which will probably be later than sooner. We already know what the problem is, but it's to see if anything more can be done to help. I was on hold for 40 mins this morning, but surprisingly I got a refund on some of the deposit. Something to do with an overpayment of deposit🤔 Confused, but I won't argue. I hope everyone is well. x Avril Sorry to hear that, Avril. At least the decision has been made, and you won't have to keep thinking about it anymore. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harry Peterson Posted May 2, 2023 #45305 Share Posted May 2, 2023 1 hour ago, Adawn47 said: After three months of continual back and forth I have reluctantly had to cancel our December,18 night cruise. It was hard, but Frank's back and walking problems have been slowly getting worse and is now waiting for a hospital appointment, which will probably be later than sooner. We already know what the problem is, but it's to see if anything more can be done to help. I was on hold for 40 mins this morning, but surprisingly I got a refund on some of the deposit. Something to do with an overpayment of deposit🤔 Confused, but I won't argue. I hope everyone is well. x Avril That’s very disappointing for both of you, Avril, and we’re both sorry to hear it. Better safe than sorry though, which says it all, and hope Frank gets the appointment he needs soon. Harry 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Eglesbrech Posted May 2, 2023 #45306 Share Posted May 2, 2023 @Adawn47 that’s a real pity but best to make the decision now before paying in full. Depending on how Frank is feeling could you book something shorter and UK based just to have something to look forward to? Or perhaps a last minute jaunt at a time when he feels a little better. Fred Olsen do some shorter sailings with a lot of scenic cruising so no need to rush on and off the ship to actually see things. Lots out there but it of course depends on how you both feel about it at the moment. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adawn47 Posted May 2, 2023 #45307 Share Posted May 2, 2023 10 minutes ago, Eglesbrech said: @Adawn47 that’s a real pity but best to make the decision now before paying in full. Depending on how Frank is feeling could you book something shorter and UK based just to have something to look forward to? Or perhaps a last minute jaunt at a time when he feels a little better. Fred Olsen do some shorter sailings with a lot of scenic cruising so no need to rush on and off the ship to actually see things. Lots out there but it of course depends on how you both feel about it at the moment. All good ideas Eglesbrech and ones that we have been considering, hence the long time coming to the final decison. On our last cruise in November 2019 he was begining to have one or two problems then. the worse being moving around the ship when it was even a bit choppy. It threw his back out of line and caused pain, so he had to take his meds and lay down for a couple of hours. Ultimately the decision had to be his. We've decided to see what the news is after his appointment and then decide what to do after that. Avril 10 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Eglesbrech Posted May 2, 2023 #45308 Share Posted May 2, 2023 1 minute ago, Adawn47 said: All good ideas Eglesbrech and ones that we have been considering, hence the long time coming to the final decison. On our last cruise in November 2019 he was begining to have one or two problems then. the worse being moving around the ship when it was even a bit choppy. It threw his back out of line and caused pain, so he had to take his meds and lay down for a couple of hours. Ultimately the decision had to be his. We've decided to see what the news is after his appointment and then decide what to do after that. Avril 🤞it’s soon. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Josy1953 Posted May 2, 2023 #45309 Share Posted May 2, 2023 2 hours ago, Adawn47 said: After three months of continual back and forth I have reluctantly had to cancel our December,18 night cruise. It was hard, but Frank's back and walking problems have been slowly getting worse and is now waiting for a hospital appointment, which will probably be later than sooner. We already know what the problem is, but it's to see if anything more can be done to help. I was on hold for 40 mins this morning, but surprisingly I got a refund on some of the deposit. Something to do with an overpayment of deposit🤔 Confused, but I won't argue. I hope everyone is well. x Avril So sorry to hear that Frank is struggling to walk and that you have had to cancel your cruise. I hope that he doesn't have to wait too long for an appointment and that there is something that can be done to improve his situation. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yorkshirephil Posted May 2, 2023 #45310 Share Posted May 2, 2023 2 hours ago, Adawn47 said: After three months of continual back and forth I have reluctantly had to cancel our December,18 night cruise. It was hard, but Frank's back and walking problems have been slowly getting worse and is now waiting for a hospital appointment, which will probably be later than sooner. We already know what the problem is, but it's to see if anything more can be done to help. I was on hold for 40 mins this morning, but surprisingly I got a refund on some of the deposit. Something to do with an overpayment of deposit🤔 Confused, but I won't argue. I hope everyone is well. x Avril Sorry to hear Frank is struggling, it is no fun, hopefully he will be seen soon. 7 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Eglesbrech Posted May 2, 2023 #45311 Share Posted May 2, 2023 It’s nice to see some familiar folks popping back in now and again but there are folks who just vanish as well. Still haven’t seen Kalos who as others have said is hopefully off on a well deserved holiday. @Bazrat used to be a regular contributor and I haven’t seen him for quite a while. There are others to like Ann (can’t remember full screen name) and probably many more that others will remember. Let’s hope they are all well and just not so focused on cruising recently. 8 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Eglesbrech Posted May 2, 2023 #45312 Share Posted May 2, 2023 And another random thought. I don’t like when people change their personal profile picture on a regular basis. I may not remember names but I do remember the little pictures (sign of old age). Someone on Princess his almost the same picture as mine but not quite. Mine was taken of a sunflower in my front garden and has an added extra which I bet none of you noticed. 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Josy1953 Posted May 2, 2023 #45313 Share Posted May 2, 2023 31 minutes ago, Eglesbrech said: And another random thought. I don’t like when people change their personal profile picture on a regular basis. I may not remember names but I do remember the little pictures (sign of old age). Someone on Princess his almost the same picture as mine but not quite. Mine was taken of a sunflower in my front garden and has an added extra which I bet none of you noticed. I have changed my profile photo a couple of times, I thought that a photo of myself growing older would frighten people so my current one is of a pink sunset taken last summer before that I had a photo of a peony in my garden. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Eglesbrech Posted May 2, 2023 #45314 Share Posted May 2, 2023 Just now, Josy1953 said: I have changed my profile photo a couple of times, I thought that a photo of myself growing older would frighten people so my current one is of a pink sunset taken last summer before that I had a photo of a peony in my garden. Yes I remember the flower. The sunset is pretty. @grapau27 changes his regularly. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adawn47 Posted May 2, 2023 #45315 Share Posted May 2, 2023 45 minutes ago, Eglesbrech said: And another random thought. I don’t like when people change their personal profile picture on a regular basis. I may not remember names but I do remember the little pictures (sign of old age). Someone on Princess his almost the same picture as mine but not quite. Mine was taken of a sunflower in my front garden and has an added extra which I bet none of you noticed. A bee and I think maybe a fly Avril 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Eglesbrech Posted May 2, 2023 #45316 Share Posted May 2, 2023 2 minutes ago, Adawn47 said: A bee and I think maybe a fly Avril A bee and a large lump of pollen he was carrying about gathered from the apple blossom. We get lots and lots of bees because of the bee bush and the biodiversity part of the garden (a polite way of describing the messy bit at the back we leave to wild flowers and hedgehogs. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Josy1953 Posted May 2, 2023 #45317 Share Posted May 2, 2023 We have been putting up bunting and flags in our road today in preparation for the street party that is being organised. I think that it is a little early but the organisers think it is needed to be done today while it is warm and sunny. Is anyone else having a street party ? 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grapau27 Posted May 2, 2023 #45318 Share Posted May 2, 2023 4 hours ago, Adawn47 said: After three months of continual back and forth I have reluctantly had to cancel our December,18 night cruise. It was hard, but Frank's back and walking problems have been slowly getting worse and is now waiting for a hospital appointment, which will probably be later than sooner. We already know what the problem is, but it's to see if anything more can be done to help. I was on hold for 40 mins this morning, but surprisingly I got a refund on some of the deposit. Something to do with an overpayment of deposit🤔 Confused, but I won't argue. I hope everyone is well. x Avril Sending you both our best wishes Avril. I hope Frank gets the treatment soon that he needs. Graham. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Eglesbrech Posted May 2, 2023 #45319 Share Posted May 2, 2023 (edited) 10 minutes ago, Josy1953 said: We have been putting up bunting and flags in our road today in preparation for the street party that is being organised. I think that it is a little early but the organisers think it is needed to be done today while it is warm and sunny. Is anyone else having a street party ? No but we are going to a very large one on a ship. Promised lots of bunting, flags and “specialities” like fish and chips and trifle. We have our union t-shirts and red, white and blue accessories for the occasion. Edited May 2, 2023 by Eglesbrech 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snow Hill Posted May 2, 2023 #45320 Share Posted May 2, 2023 In St David’s today, visited Bishop’s Palace and Cathedral, lots of people in red jackets, discovered they were Hurtigruten passengers from ship anchored in Fishguard. Not sure why they were wearing these red Helly Hansen jackets as there wasn’t a cloud in the sky and temp was 18C, perhaps it was so they could be identified, if that was the case certainly worked you couldn’t miss them. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grapau27 Posted May 2, 2023 #45321 Share Posted May 2, 2023 33 minutes ago, Eglesbrech said: Yes I remember the flower. The sunset is pretty. @grapau27 changes his regularly. I like to change my Avatar picture when I have a better picture to put on. I get lots of notifications daily so hopefully changing my avatar doesn't seem to stop them. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snow Hill Posted May 2, 2023 #45322 Share Posted May 2, 2023 15 minutes ago, Josy1953 said: We have been putting up bunting and flags in our road today in preparation for the street party that is being organised. I think that it is a little early but the organisers think it is needed to be done today while it is warm and sunny. Is anyone else having a street party ? No street party here, some flags up in square, but they were put up pre St George’s Day. I think Parish Council has organised an event at one of local primary schools on Monday, but I will be mowing the lawn then, preparing beds for vegetable planting and sowing and lots of weeding.I am sure the King will approve given he is a keen gardener. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Angel57 Posted May 2, 2023 #45323 Share Posted May 2, 2023 21 minutes ago, Josy1953 said: We have been putting up bunting and flags in our road today in preparation for the street party that is being organised. I think that it is a little early but the organisers think it is needed to be done today while it is warm and sunny. Is anyone else having a street party ? We haven’t got a street party but our cluster of six properties are having a “tea party” with fizz on Sunday afternoon! 9 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grapau27 Posted May 2, 2023 #45324 Share Posted May 2, 2023 4 hours ago, Beckett said: Wow! You must have some wonderful memories Graham - to treasure forever. Jane xxx Thank you Jane. We used to always take our camcorder and have lots of DVDs. We just take photos on our phone now and it makes it easy to post some on here. Graham xx. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Josy1953 Posted May 2, 2023 #45325 Share Posted May 2, 2023 16 minutes ago, Eglesbrech said: No but we are going to a very large one on a ship. Promised lots of bunting, flags and “specialities” like fish and chips and trifle. We have our union t-shirts and red, white and blue accessories for the occasion. Enjoy the cruise 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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