SusieKIslandGirl

@USN59-79We mailed our return on the 1st of April-so far, nothing. I checked online and no information available. This has happened the last 3 years. I did get smart and sent it certified mail with a return receipt, so I know they have it. Next year you will also get a statement for income from the IRS. You do get interest on your refund when it isn't issued in a timely manner.

I'm on the same cruise as @Anubiand have been trying everything to get through to FlightEase. I even did a chat with Princess to see if they could book my flight. I finally called 877-724-5425 and spoke with someone who could access flights for the cruise. But then it turned out that the Delta flight I wanted was nearly $600 p/p more than on the Delta website. 

I thought it was a law that there had to be a junk drawer in every room. We've always had at least 2.

Just got back from Seattle (ferries running and on time-a miracle!) for my 6 week post hip replacement surgery check-up. Everything is where it's suppose to be and I can now drive and get back to normal. Still need to be careful picking up things off the floor and not do anything dumb but so far-so good. Still can't believe how easy it's been-I've been lucky. Now I need to do a grocery run for my niece who lives next door. She's the latest on the Covid list but feeling ok. I did warn her about the terrible taste she'll get when taking the Paxlovid-luckily she had a fresh pack of mints.

🤣 As I was just saying, the following arrived in my email: 

The Point Defiance 1:40 p.m. and the Tahlequah 3:10 p.m. are cancelled due to crewing.  Updates will occur when more information is available. This alert was sent on 07/18/2022 at 2:59PM to subscribers of the following routes: Pt. Defiance / Tahlequah

@Horizon chaser 1957Welcome to the Washington State Ferry System 😊. At least once a week and sometimes more often, we get the dreaded qualified crew shortage message and sailings are canceled. If we have an early morning flight-or scheduled surgery-we opt for a hotel in Seattle rather than trust trying to get off the island. 

@kazuJacqui, we have one garden fenced but the rest of the acreage would be a little pricy to enclose. I use my "deer spray" (in a spray bottle, eggs mixed with water and left to age in the refrig.) and just found a commercial brand that you sprinkle that I hope is working.  If they would just leave the lupine alone to grow a bit bigger I think they would be ok. Ah, nature! 🙁😁

@Cruising-alongI envy you your roses and astilbe. The deer have managed to leave me wonderful stalks on the astilbe, and I gave up on roses several years ago. At least they've left the bee balm alone! And I love your sweet peas.

@gigianneI had my reply within 18 hours. I was surprised at how fast the request was processed.

I used Pay Pal. And I paid in Euros. 2 nights ago my 117.80 Euro fare was then charged as $118.48 USD on my BofA credit card. Great exchange rate for us at the moment.

Do tickets need to be stamped or validated before boarding? I do plan on being early to roam the station and check things out.

Thanks to everyone for the help and information. I was able to get our Rome/Florence tickets online from the Trenitalia website. Now it will be a matter of finding the correct train at the Rome Terminal station in November. Looking forward to the new adventure!

When I do coleslaw I buy the bag of shredded cabbage and carrot mix and then mix up a dressing. I stir mayo until it's smooth, then add salt and pepper, celery seeds, a bit of apple cider vinegar and a couple of teaspoons of sugar. I'm not sure if adding more sugar would take it to the level you'd like for your sandwich but might be worth a try. Once all is blended and smooth, I add in the cabbage and let it chill for a couple of hours.

@marshhawkThanks for the Grand Cayman info. It’s now in my travel folder. And positive thoughts for a negative biopsy.

@marshhawkI'm curious-where do you go on Grand Cayman to get your passport stamped? We've been there a couple of times but have never had a stamp. Thanks!

@kochleffelHave you thought about a Murphy bed? There are several different models that offer storage or have other options.

Just in case anyone who can qualify hasn't seen the thread about OBC on HAL for military service, it works! I applied for DH yesterday afternoon and had a reply this morning that all 3 cruises next year qualified for the $100 credit.  Military, Healthcare & First Responder Appreciation Offer | Holland America Line

@ger_77I loved your grocery bag idea and the creativity of using the tow strap for handles. I'm going to try it next time I'm near a $ store. Thanks!

I'd also like to add my thanks for the information. Applied yesterday afternoon for veteran credit for my husband and received a message this morning that all 3 cruises qualified. Yippee!

You do need to be careful using Voltaren/diclonfenac. My chiropractor documented a case where the gentleman felt so good using it on his knee, he used it everywhere. He ended up with an ulcer. It is an NSAID.

@ger_77Fajitas?? I thought today was Friday. 😜

@StLouisCruisersThanks so much for the detailed answer. I will definitely ask questions.

@Sharon in AZ The best advice my sister gave me when we retired was saying I'd shop and cook dinner but DH was responsible for his own breakfast and lunch. Works quite well!

@StLouisCruisersSuch a cute puppy!  You mentioned when you were on Island Princess that you were able to secure the same table for the same night for the length of the cruise (other than the rather rude interruption of isolation ☹️). How did you do that? We'll be on the Island in Nov. and don't want to play the musical chairs game. Thanks.

@marshhawkWe have the AUVON pill holder from Amazon. I love how it closes securely and doesn't come open in the suitcase.

We did a Rodne fjord tour from Bergen a few years ago and enjoyed it very much. We had time after the tour to take the tram to the top of the hill and also walk around town.

Do you know how far in advance you can purchase tickets? I've checked out the Italotreno website and for a month now you can only buy tickets through September 9. Thanks!

@ger_77Gerry, after trying the lemonade pie I decided to try it with limeade concentrate. I added some lime zest and the juice from 1/2 of the small lime. YUM!  I also put some of the extra filling in a bowl and froze it-very refreshing on this hot afternoon. But we're back to normal tomorrow with temps around 65.

How easy was it to get a taxi/van back to the ship from the beach? Thanks!