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In 12 cruises with P&O we have never had a problem Jane. We register one debit card on board and at the end of the cruise the money is taken from the bank about 3 or 4 days later. Maybe different banks work different ways. This was pre-covid of course. Avril

I can't say I agree with you John. I was put in charge of our finances when we were married and for 58 years have worked to the old maxim, if you can't afford it then you don't buy it. Apart from a mortgage I have paid cash for everything. We are comfortable, a healthy bank balance and apart from the usual household bills, owe no-one a penny. I'm content. Avril

Unfortunately, as strange as it may seem, not everyone uses credit cards, we don't. Avril

Mast cretinly.😁 Avril

What the nouveau riche fail to understand is you can't buy class. You either have it or you don't, regardless the size of the wallet. Or the mouth.😉 Avril

😛😉 Avril

Maybe you were just unlucky on that cruise. We, like Jean, have sailed on Aurora many times and haven't had a problem. Avril

Noo, please don't say that Andy.😢 I still have fond memories of a 4 week Eastern Med cruise on the lovely old girl. Leave me with my dreams.☺️ Avril

We're slowly getting there thanks, it's a long slog though. I don't know what the flippin' eck it was, but it's taking weeks to get our energy back. We recovered quicker after 'you know what'. We've been doing some gardening these last couple of days so things are on the up. Might wait a bit longer before joining the gymnastics club though🤸‍♀️😁 Avril

Good morning and a very Happy Easter to one and all 🐣🌷🐰 The weather's not too good here at the moment, overcast and misty, but nothing planned so nothing spoilt. I hope the sun is shining where you are and your Easter Sunday is peaceful. Unless you're celebrating in parts of Greece of course🧨😁 Avril

......... hooked and nearly cooked. Avril

Everyone is so loud now. No-one talks anymore, they shout at each other. We will soon have a society full of deaf people with extra large texting thumbs. Avril

I have to agree John. We watch very little TV now for that reason, well that and the fact that most of it is rubbish now anyway. The thing I find most infuriating is having to turn the sound up to hear what they're saying, and down again when the 'music' starts. I was sat constantly with the remote in my hand, adjusting the sound. We watch Amazon Prime and I watch the news on my laptop. Avril

Have you been holding out on us lincslady? Is there something you'd like to confess? 😎😁 Avril

My lips are sealed bro.🤐 Hope the foot is still healing well. Sis

Until now !! 😄 Sis

Absolutely stunning even on a dull day. Avril

These injections, cortisone I think, are marvellous things. Is your Sarah alright now? Avril

How was your hospital visit kalos. All ok I trust? Avril

I find it quite strange how I can recall trivia from over 60 years ago, and yet today, I can't remember why I walked into the kitchen😄 Avril

I haven't watched Coronation St for many years now, not since it changed from a funny light-hearted northern soap opera into a doom and gloom miserable saga. I watched from the very first black and white episode, when Ken Barlow first walked the cobbles coming home from college, Jack and Annie Walker ran The Rovers Return and Florrie Lindley had the corner shop. I also remember Alan Rothwell, who played Ken's brother, David and old Albert Tatlock (Uncle Albert) Avril

The course of true love never runs smoothly, so the saying goes. You know Harry, you have me thinking about age, and I was half David's age when I got married. I was 3 months shy of my 18th birthday and Frank was 19. It's strange now that I think about it and the advice I gave to David. Which means even though the right one is out there, some are lucky and find the right one sooner. Avril

Morning all. Well our grandson's wedding went beautifully yesterday, despite the dreary damp weather. The usual hiccups occured, David forgetting his name and the ring not going on easily, but it was all to be expected. We didn't go to the reception afterwards as Frank was struggling with his back and hips, but he was determined to go to the wedding regardless. They've sent us plenty of photos and videos, so we didn't miss out. They fly to Cyprus tomorrow for their honeymoon. I can't help but recall a long conversation I had with him some 15 years ago when all his friends were getting married and he thought he would never find anyone. I told him then that he would have to patient, that the right one is out there. Now some of his friends are into their second marriages and he, at 38 has married for the first time, and I have never seen him happier. He took me to one side and said 'I'm glad I listened to you Gran, and waited until I was certain'. Avril

Only if your name's Oliver and you ask nicely. Sis

@purplesea I'm sorry your consultaion didn't have the outcome we were all hoping for. I hope your oncologist contacts you quickly so your treatment can begin soon. 🤗🤗xx Avril