rndmr2
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we were like Aladdin, “one jump ahead of the lawmen”,
HaHa, I just finished watching Aladdin on TV!
Beautiful pics of the island during sailaway
Nice dinner at Palo, Fran's scallops looked good
we were like Aladdin, “one jump ahead of the lawmen”,
I've never been able to figure out the spoiler alert button. Anyways I didn't spoil anything for you! All I've done is warned you not to leave when the credits start to roll! You have no idea what I was implying!
Also it has nothing to do with the actual movie....
I noticed immediately that the US VI are much more developed than the British VI. I could tell by the roads, curbs, the businesses, the strip malls, stop lights and everything else. Even the hairpin turns on the mountains were better cut into the mountainside.
This was the best shot of the ship in port I was going to get for today. This driver didn’t seem to want to stop to accommodate me.
Finally we arrived at our destination Coral World.
They had a lift for scooters, but I had to go up to the welcome desk to get someone to operate it.
I spotted this Spiny Lobster hiding under the rocks.
I kept looking for the Moray eel to no avail.
We didn’t take advantage of this bar/cafe, you know free food on the ship.
Next we went to see the shark pool.
We noticed this turtle pool. Later in the day we saw folks swimming with the turtles, I'm not sure how much I would want to do that.
After leaving that exhibit we had a close encounter of the obnoxious people kind as we passed through the secondary gift shop.
We had several Iguana encounters along the way.
On the first level down there was a tank with very large fish.
There was one staircase for going down and another for going up.
I felt like I was in a scene from Finding Nemo/Dory (BTW I still have never seen the end of that movie!)
I wondered if this school of fish would start spelling things….
This poor guy had something hanging from his/her mouth.
And had another little run in with our Iguana friends.
Fran has always wanted to do a Sea Trek or Snuba
And yes, there are chickens on the US VI too!
I believe that riding on one of these boats was another option for an excursion, I remember reading something about a pirate ship.
We were pleased with what we did, it was educational and fun, plus we were back in time for lunch!
First a little life update.
so the Panama Canal cruise is off the schedule.
They were noisy, but it wasn't anything I couldn't handle, until the father started saying, “Come on boy, you can do it. Just sit back, relax, and poop.”
It's really been a busy start to the month. A lot going on, and I'm sorry for your sale not going through, but it looks like you unfortunately had to make the right choice here.Our “Pay in Full” date for the Panama Canal cruise is June 29. It's an expensive trip, and without that extra money in our bank account I can't justify spending money we don't have, so the Panama Canal cruise is off the schedule.
They were noisy, but it wasn't anything I couldn't handle, until the father started saying, “Come on boy, you can do it. Just sit back, relax, and poop.” I never had kids because I was afraid of changing diapers, heck I can't even clean the cat litter boxes at home. I was back in the stateroom before you could say turd.
Ah, no fair. But maybe we can all do that together when I retire (in a little over three years).
I hope by the time you are back and read this we are nearly there if not done!
It seems like every time we get one rented, another one moves out.
Maybe they had it out, but I could never convince Fran to take a picture with it. I've seen it numerous times in your TR, but I wasn't wearing the best color to make it "pop".
It's a shame that doesn't work out on RC. I'm hoping to try Cabanas on an upcoming cruise. It sounds like an interesting option, especially with the steaks cooked to order.
We were served a truffled brioche, some butter and sea salt. I do have to say that it was a most interesting taste combination.
Our first champagne was a Moet & Chandon Rose Imperial. Pleasantly sweetened, but not overly so.
We were served a green pea soup, with green pea Ice Cream, topped with house made crisped rice.
It was a cauliflower Panna Cotta with lobster meat topped with caviar. Some house made mini potato chips were served with it.
The next course was a tortellini carbonara.
The main course was a Chicken Oscar, it was the same main course as had when we ate brunch at Remy. However that was in no means a disappointment, in fact it was quite the contrary!
It was a Moet Ice
Dessert was a chocolate mousse with Lemon sorbet in the center, coated in a dark chocolate ganache and chocolate shavings. It was small but intense
When I got back to the room, I found Fran worshipping a god no one wants to honor.
I also found a whole bunch of alcohol in another cabinet, and I’m not sure how good it is, some of the bottles look 30-40 years old!
I've also been showing the vacant apartment like crazy! I took an application two days ago and of all the people who saw the place, this was the guy I wanted to submit an application. We set up an appointment to sign the paperwork for Monday. That will mean we are again all rented, with the exception of our old place.
Once back in our room, we found this guy. Since the steward couldn’t come in last night (because Fran was sick) we got a “make up” towel animal.
Heh. Take that, Carnival! Did you stand there and laugh at them?
Then last Wednesday we got some very bad news. Remember I mentioned that we had an investment that was selling and we were supposedly making 25% over our initial investment? Well the buyer lowered their offer. Substantially. The original offer allowed us to buy a car, finance the remodel of our old place and beef up our savings account. The reduced offer barely covers our monthly mortgage payment. So the property managers are back to square one, seeking out new offers. Instead of receiving a nice payment next week, we get nothing. Even if an acceptable offer comes in tomorrow, escrow will take 30 days. Our “Pay in Full” date for the Panama Canal cruise is June 29. It's an expensive trip, and without that extra money in our bank account I can't justify spending money we don't have, so the Panama Canal cruise is off the schedule.
With respect to the old place, there are half a dozen pieces of furniture left at the old house and some small display pieces. I am hoping we get over there later this week to take pictures of the remaining items and get them up on Craigslist.
Having fun can be as tiring as cleaning!
Then last Wednesday we got some very bad news. Remember I mentioned that we had an investment that was selling and we were supposedly making 25% over our initial investment? Well the buyer lowered their offer. Substantially.
Our “Pay in Full” date for the Panama Canal cruise is June 29. It's an expensive trip, and without that extra money in our bank account I can't justify spending money we don't have, so the Panama Canal cruise is off the schedule.
Oh yeah, and the Band Conference….Fran decided that she would rather see John Williams in Concert at the Hollywood Bowl than go to that.
They were noisy, but it wasn't anything I couldn't handle, until the father started saying, “Come on boy, you can do it. Just sit back, relax, and poop.”
I never had kids because I was afraid of changing diapers, heck I can't even clean the cat litter boxes at home. I was back in the stateroom before you could say turd.
I came in just as they were announcing sales of Copper Creek. They said that this was the first time they were able to mention it out loud, which is odd because we've heard so much about it, but I guess that was all rumor and speculation.
We were debating changing into regular clothes and coming back at 10:15 to see the Empire seize control of the ship, but it was only 9PM and we weren't sure we could stay up for another hour. So in the end we just went to bed.
Sorry to hear that your deal fell apart. Prayers that something better pops up!
The view was indeed lovely! With a glass of wine, that was a great way to do laundry.
OMG, I just laughed out loud!!!
Oops! I missed the second part.
The PP pic of the two of you is very nice!
Glad you were able to really enjoy the dinner this time; ordering a half portion was just genius!
Did y'all a internet plan to use on the ship?
The seafood you had on this day looks great!
And what a view it is!! Amazing.
Dang it! Did you figure out why that was the case?
hope you make it back there in the near future.
OMG!!!
Love this picture of the two of you.
Let's just face it. Palo food and service always looks so yummy and fantastic.
WOW! YUMMMMM.
HaHa, I just finished watching Aladdin on TV!
Beautiful pics of the island during sailaway
Nice dinner at Palo, Fran's scallops looked good
Oh no, I'm so sorry to hear that your deal fell through and that you have to cancel the PC cruise
Love the sail away pics from St Thomas, I loved every second of that sail away, I thought the scenery was just breathtaking.
Yay, another gorgeous Palo meal!!!
Oh that amaretto souffle.......so so so very good Love the photo of the two of you at Palo
Ugh, so sorry about the deal falling through and having to cancel your cruise. Adulting sucks!
Amaretto souffle?!?!?!?!? I will be indulging next year!!! Your sunset pic is gorgeous!!!
Can't wait to see you guys on my home turf!!!
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Beautiful blue water.
I never would've thought to feed them.
Huh
You'd think there'd be a self-serve option.
When you're down by the sea,
and an eel bites your knee....
Cool. Always been fascinated by them.
Behind glass. Or on TV.
Not necessarily in the ocean with them.
Unless there's bars between them and me.
Looks like someone fell in love with him.
As long as they're not snappers!
"My ding a ling!"
Pretty... and oh, so deadly.
Also pretty.
Pretty painful when you step on it.
Also pretty.
Not known to be anything but a perfect hostess.
Flounder, I believe.
Not a fan of spiders, huh?
What were they doing?
"And we fed them all."
A tank? You'd think it would be ocean.
At least I would.
Cool! Snuba, yes?
It looks like a scene from 20,000 Leagues.
Especially the one with (I think?) the snuba.
Well.... better than the alternative!
What pool is that?
You really got a kick out of them, didn't you!
Me too! It looks like fun.
Huh. Sure looks like Hawaii.
I think you chose wisely.
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Neither would I, especially since I didn't bring any food, or intend to buy any.
I think because it's a US territory there are too many legal ramifications. The gal who operated it for us said that it always had to be returned to the "down" position when not in use. I doubt people doing self serve would honor that.
Ugh. #faceplant
I don't think I'd even swim the cage with them. I don't trust the bars.
Yes, I wouldn't want to eat one of them.
Another reason I am leaning more and more to staying out of the ocean.
Just talking with the cashier about what it was like being from Missoura.
I think the exhibit was titled "predators of the sea" so not good to release predators.
Funny. I am sitting in a theater right now about to see that movie!
Yes , I would have to say the iguanas were my highlight of the morning.
I would try that if it were convenient.
Boy you were busy and what a shame that your deal fell through.
Ah, no fair. But maybe we can all do that together when I retire (in a little over three years).
That was quite the day you had, with all the touring, laundry, and overhearing your neighbours. Lunch looked pretty nice, we seldom eat at Cabanas, but as the restaurant looked fairly empty we might try again.
Palo is always a treat! I had to when I saw your starters - exactly what Tom and I always order. I have not tried the amaretto souffle yet as I just love the chocolate one, but I might put it on my list for this summer.
Oh, and you get me so excited for next year's vacation already.
It's really been a busy start to the month. A lot going on, and I'm sorry for your sale not going through, but it looks like you unfortunately had to make the right choice here.
Your Palo dinner looks great! Sorry you were feeling a bit tired by the time the Star Wars festivities came about.
Coral World looks like fun! I would totally pay big $$$ to swim with sea turtles or dolphins, two of my favorite animals! I found out later from a (now ex-)boyfriend that people in high school made fun of how much I loved turtles! Hahaha.
Sorry to hear that the deal went through. We are in a smaller scale but somewhat similar situation with my BF leaving his job at the end of the week... without a firm timetable for his next position yet. Since there's a lot of uncertainty about exactly how much money we'll be bringing in and when we'll have it, I'm on a (surprisingly self-imposed) hold!
I'm sorry about the sale falling through and having to cancel the PC great back up plan though! Whenever you put it back on the list I'm sure I could convince mom another vacation is in order
Sounds like you've been super busy with all the carpet cleaning and other stuff.
Who had dinner at the Dream Suite?????????
You know how much I like those steak fries!
Your pictures of the ship put me right there, can't wait for our trip!!!
I will help Fran with the olive plate bummer that she was too full to enjoy dinner.
I wrote my reply before reading everyone elses. Great minds think alike!!!
I am eagerly awaiting an update.
That is not good.
That I understand. With my white hair, the photos do not always come out how I would like/
It actually worked out pretty well on the Explorer.
That sounds amazing.
I think I may have enjoyed this.
That sounds very unusual, but delicious.
That was the only thing I would not have touched. I don't do cauliflower, lobster or caviar.
I would not have eaten the crab, but the rest I would have loved.
I love this.
I think at this stage I may have believed I was in heaven.
Oh no, I am sorry that Fran was unwell.
I suppose that classifies as antiques.
It is nice when things work out like this.
That is an interesting perspective. It looks like the ships have swapped funnels.
I really liked the photos of the tour in Tortola. On our visit there, we hired a car and headed for the beach.
I think this is actually a MSC ship. I initially thought it may be Royal Caribbean, but the funnel is too dark. Carnival has the characteristic whale tale and this shop has not got this.
It amused me no end that Fran had some wine from Narbonne in the middle of the Caribbean. I so love this place (and the wine that comes from there).
I am so sorry that this has all gone belly up and that you had to cancel the cruise.
Looks like you are on the finishing straight. Well done.
Only if you're doing it right!
Well...that sucks.
Ouch. Hope things work out that you can go. I'm sure it would hurt to cancel that.
I can't fault her priorities there.
Yes, it is!
Not too shabby. I had friends who just spent a long weekend at the Four Seasons on St. Thomas. I don't even want to know what that cost.
Oh, you just get desensitized after a while.
That is weird. Like you, I thought that was old news.
I find myself making that same decision more and more often.
Before you could say turd.... Best. Line. Ever!
That blue blue island water.
It was our pleasure to help. I am sorry we worked you so hard. Michael works hard and fast. He runs circles around us when we are cleaning the house.
How fun you are going to Denver!!!! I expect lots of pics from you ladies.
Dinner looks incredible, cute pic of you two.