My wife and I, along with five other members of our family and extended family were on the cruise when this tragic incident occurred. Many comments have already been said regarding the compassion that Holland America Cruise Line expressed for the "Family" of Fabio's co-workers, especially his group of dancers. Reading these comments brings back the emotions felt when we witnessed the compassion last week by everyone concerned especially Capt Eric. I was able to express my quick condolences to him as my wife and I past him at the conclusion of the Mass officiated by Father Charles. My eyes are filled with tears for both sadness, and also joy that Holland Cruise Lines expressed for everyone. It was heartwarming for us to know what the expression of compassion displayed means at the time of such a loss. My wife and I lost a 22 year old son less than three years ago, and I never realized what such an expression of compassion can do for a family.
One thing I learned last week was Capt Eric, with the help from Holland America does truly treat their employees as family on their ships. We have been on five other cruise lines, but have now found the only one we will ever sail with in the future will be Holland, how I wish we would have found Holland many years ago.
Last comment, THANK YOU Holland for everything especially having Father Charles with us on this most memorable Journey.
