Royal Caribbean Cruisers -- How Are Things Where You Are? (was "Routine" ​ 😁 ​day in lockdown... how was yours?)

[lenquixote66]

2 hours ago, Ozark_Kid said:

Wow, you started young.  I guess if I count the concerts that were at Lakeside I started young too.  Not sure if anyone here has heard of him but I remember a trumpet player named Al Hurt showing up there.  He was good. 

My favorite was when big orchestras would be there. 

I remember him . 

[lenquixote66]

1 hour ago, Ozark_Kid said:

Sorry for you and Toby. The loss of family and friends don't get any easier.  It truely hurts the heart.  The stronger the relationship, the more it hurts. 

So very true,John.It is going to be very difficult for his family at the funeral tomorrow.

[lenquixote66]

1 hour ago, DaniDanielle said:

We saw Aretha in Atlantic City, she was great.  My first official concert was seeing the Turtles, we were happy together!!!

In the 80’s I won tickets to see the Turtles but I was not able to go.I could not find anyone who wanted to go so now they are a souvenir.When I won tickets to Live Aid and could not go I gave them to the son of a co-worker.

[Ozark_Kid]

1 hour ago, DaniDanielle said:

We saw Aretha in Atlantic City, she was great.  My first official concert was seeing the Turtles, we were happy together!!!

I sure you were happy together.  No matter how they toss the dice it had to be.  So how was the weather! 

[taznremmy]

On 2/13/2023 at 5:05 PM, Tree_skier said:

It is tough.  Sometimes if I've been away for a bit I just jump into the last three pages and try to pick it up again.  

 WHATT!!!  And here I am wading through every post so I don't miss something important. 😱😂 😂

[HBE4]

1 hour ago, taznremmy said:

 WHATT!!!  And here I am wading through every post so I don't miss something important. 😱😂 😂

 

I usually go back 5 pages, unless there seems to be an in-depth, interesting,  long running conversation I might back track even further. 

 

Or if I'm really bored & have plenty of time on my hands. 

 

[taznremmy]

16 hours ago, Ocean Boy said:

When I am in the car I probably listen to No Shoes Radio on XM more than any other music. The Coffee House is probably second. Chesney just has some really good music. 

This post reminds me of a prior post you made about Sirius XM and The Coffee House channel.  As a result of that, I went in search of TCH, and also found channel 16, The Blend, which has become my go to station.  Thanks OB.  Now I'll have to go look for No Shoes. 😁

[taznremmy]

14 hours ago, DaniDanielle said:

We saw a lot of performers in Vegas but Elvis was the standout.  Wayne Newton was still very good and young when we saw him.  Bobby Darrin was probably one of the best we have seen.  So many good shows and so inexpensive!  My favorite, Tim McGraw, we saw in New Jersey at the Arts Garden. I could just look at him, he does t need to sing!!!!

I was thinking I was the only old one here. 😂  I've been waiting for someone to say Elvis!  I was fortunate enough to see him in two different concerts, and is still the most memorable.  Neil Diamond was another good one.

[brillohead]

15 hours ago, Ozark_Kid said:

We are waiting outside for our ride to the airport.  I really wasn't noticing the music playing until I heard....

I dooooooo I do I do I do I do I do.  And we are not even cruising. 

 

 

At least it wasn't Sweet Caroline, BAH BAH BAH!

[taznremmy]

 

8 hours ago, Sunshine3601 said:

I hope you had a great cruise with perfect weather.    Any pictures to share?    Always love to see sunrise or sunsets too!

 

 

 

[sgmn]

13 hours ago, lenquixote66 said:

My friend Mike died last night.We did not sleep ,we were crying nearly non stop.

The funeral is tomorrow .Toby will go but I cannot physically go to the cemetary

My Parkinsons is really draining me Thank you for your words.

So sorry to hear Lennie 

May Mike rest in peace 🙏 

[sgmn]

11 hours ago, Momof3gurlz said:

On November 6, 1986 I went to an after work retirement party with a friend and I met a guy.  He was younger than me, I was a single Mom to a 3 year old, shy & quiet. He introduced himself and we spent most of the night talking & dancing.  Our first official date was 3 days later at Chuck E Cheese with my daughter and we never looked backed.  
On February 19, 1988, 35 years ago tomorrow , this happened:

 

Here’s a pic of me with said munchkin as my flower girl:

 

A couple of years after this he adopted the munchkin and we went in to have two more daughters.  I sure am glad that woman retired and had a party!

Many congrats on your 35th wedding anniversary. 💑 

Hope you have a lovely celebration 🍾 

[Momof3gurlz]

6 hours ago, taznremmy said:

This post reminds me of a prior post you made about Sirius XM and The Coffee House channel.  As a result of that, I went in search of TCH, and also found channel 16, The Blend, which has become my go to station.  Thanks OB.  Now I'll have to go look for No Shoes. 😁

The Blend is in my Favorites, along with channels 6 (60’s), 7 (70’s), 8 (80’s) and No Shoes. 

[Momof3gurlz]

A quick thanks for all the Anniversary wishes.  We’re headed up to New Hampshire today, staying overnight at one of our favorite spots, The Bedford Village Inn after some outlet and LL Bean shopping.  

[Sunshine3601]

5 hours ago, taznremmy said:

 

 

 

 

Gorgeous photos.   Thank you🥰

[SteelCityCruiser10]

Here’s a PA sunset from a couple days ago.  Would have preferred an ocean sunset but hey i guess you gotta mix in some work in order to go cruising 😉

[bobmacliberty]

With all of the concerts discussed here, I'm surprised that no one mentioned the Dave Matthews Band.  I've never been able to get into them personally, but I've talked with several people who love them and have seen them in concert multiple times.  

[SteelCityCruiser10]

Just now, bobmacliberty said:

With all of the concerts discussed here, I'm surprised that no one mentioned the Dave Matthews Band.  I've never been able to get into them personally, but I've talked with several people who love them and have seen them in concert multiple times.  

For sure - been to many DMB concerts.  Always a great show.  Similar vibe/following to The Dead, Phish, Buffett.

[Lionesss]

Lenny

Just had time to catch up on the thread.

My condolences on the loss of your friend.

All my love in thoughts and prayers.

 

Sue

[Sea Dog]

14 hours ago, Ozark_Kid said:

Yes was my last concert before heading to college.  I enjoyed them.
I saw you mentioned Jethro Tull.  Saw them 3 times.  I loved his stories he included in his concerts.  Did you see The Hare That Lost its Spectacles ?  A play off of Alice in Wonderland.
They used to have concerts at Cleveland Stadium called the World Series of Rock.  It would be all day with several bands.  This is were I saw Santana.  It was so good.  After them that evening CSNY played.  I was glad N. Young was with them.  I like his music when he is on his own too.
There were so many concerts in the Akron/Cleveland area. Probably why the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame is in Cleveland. Belkin Productions promoted many of the concerts.

 

I never saw that concert but I did see Passion Play with its incredible theatrics. I can’t remember the first one I saw.

 

 

18 minutes ago, bobmacliberty said:

With all of the concerts discussed here, I'm surprised that no one mentioned the Dave Matthews Band.  I've never been able to get into them personally, but I've talked with several people who love them and have seen them in concert multiple times.  

 

Never saw them in concert but I have several of his concert dvds that I’ve watched many times as I am a fan of his drummer Carter Beauford .

[Lionesss]

And know 2 quick comments on going to concerts.

 

1.  Jackson Brown played at Kent State University as the first concert in the new gym after the Kent State shootings in 1970.

His concert was around 1978.

There were long lines to get into the gym, you had to pass security, where they inspected all, girls to one side boys to other.  It was a very lets say thorough "Pat Down" and I soon realized why I was separated from my date.  🙄  Lets just say, it patted down all bodily areas from stem to stern and then some.

Now as the concert progressed and the song "Running on Empty" started, my then date pulled out a joint, now mind you after the pat down I had and now wondering how he got that joint into the concert and was thought provoking, and I did not partake. God only knows where it had visited. Being a nurse I was never ever going to put my license on the line, and never in my life tried any illegal substance.

After that concert, a few weeks down the road,  we kinda went separate ways.

 

2.  I was a groupie to one person, and that was Harry Chapin.

I was able to see him in concerts In Akron, Cleveland. He even came to our hometown Stambaugh Auditorium 3 hours late because of a snow storm and he played well into the night. 

After that I went on vacation to Denver Colorado and saw him in concert.  He commented on how he never missed a concert may have been late but  "even in snowstorms" he eventually showed.

I shouted out  "Youngstown"

He goes "Who said that"

I stood up, and waved.

Next thing you know security escorted me on stage, and he shook my hand, gave me a guitar pick and sang a song as I watch on.

It was a moment I will never forget.

 

I miss his gift of music

May he RIP

 

 

Take care 

Sue

[molly361]

I went to several concerts back in the 70's but don't remember much about them.  That time is what I fondly call now my "fuzzy years"😇🤣

[NHProud]

1 hour ago, Momof3gurlz said:

A quick thanks for all the Anniversary wishes.  We’re headed up to New Hampshire today, staying overnight at one of our favorite spots, The Bedford Village Inn after some outlet and LL Bean shopping.  

Happy Anniversary ! What a beautiful story and thank you for sharing your photos.  The Bedford Village Inn is one of our favorites, too . Enjoy your day ! 

Edited February 19, 2023 by NHProud

[Sea Dog]

 

Had a great time last night attending a VIP open house of our brand new KCI terminal. Thanks to the airport public relations director for getting me tickets. The construction has been going on over the last two years. This $1.5 billion project features over 40 gates, a 6,000 car garage, many restaurants and shops and local commissioned art throughout.

 

 

 

beautiful hanging sculptures.

 

 

 

This has moving lights in it. Very cool.

 

 

A lot more walking than the old 3 smaller terminal system. Lots of space. I like the people movers.

 

 

40 gate’s expandable to 50.

 

 

Incorporating KC’s jazz history. 
 

 

Lots of restaurants including several bbq restaurants.

 

 

Nice seating areas with plugs for charging under the seats.

 

 

Even work stations where you can work.

 

 

 

 

Nice big bathrooms that even tell you stalls available and where’s the nearest next bathroom.

 

 

 

 

Bag claim is downstairs with plenty of room.

 

The terminal opens next week and we will fly out of it on March 11th for the Bella Cruise. With a 6:30am flight, I have peace of mind knowing the layout and where to go. I hope all of you will get a chance to fly into Kansas City and see this new terminal.

 

 

Edited February 19, 2023 by Sea Dog

[Ourusualbeach]

6 minutes ago, molly361 said:

I went to several concerts back in the 70's but don't remember much about them.  That time is what I fondly call now my "fuzzy years"😇🤣

That was the 80's for me.  When Vikki describes our youth she just simply states that she was in the band class and I wasn't.