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If it were mechanical and compromising passengers safety......They wouldn't wait until Dec!

Hi Charleyann,

I haven't been on Cruise Critics in a while but saw your name and remembered your son, Jacob, with CF. How is he doing? It looks like you are still cruising a lot. My husband and I are scheduled on Dec. 3 Freedom of the Seas to Grand Cayman, Cozumel, Costa Maya.

My daughter with CF passed away on Jan. 20, 2015 at age 26. Keep cruising.

Eileen from Chicago.

I was aware of the soot issue, and thought that aft cabins were most affected. Another thing to talk about with family. Thanks for mentioning this. Sea air is supposed to be good for them--salt content.

I took my 22 year old Daughter with Cystic Fibrosis on a cruise to the Mediterranean. With all of her CF Meds, nebulizers, CF Vest and compressor, refrig for insulin we qualified for an Accessible Cabin - we had a very large ocean view room. (Doctor note needed) I know smoke is not good for the grandchildren but let them enjoy the cruise and have fun, they deserve it - along with the other sibling and parents. I know there lives can be short and I learned in some situations that quality of life is just as important as quantity. Sea air is good for them and make sure they drink plenty of fluids and salty snacks - loved the lemonade and tea (Arnold Palmer).

Enjoy your cruise. Eileen

Several years ago we did a family group of 18 people. We designated one spot and time where we would meet for breakfast at the buffet. We would often do different things during the day - but again had a meeting spot by the pool. We always met for dinner together and took turns buying the dinner wine - years ago Magnums were sold for large groups. Don't forget to get a family photo. Enjoy your cruise!