LIVE From the Jewel of the Seas 5 - 14 April 2012

[sredish]

Have a great time!! I just love your LIVE reports. Can't wait to get to the "good stuff"!

 

When I read that you're getting to the port early (as we also do), I had a flash of that old commercial where the woman is plastered against the store window early before a sale saying, "Open, Open, Open...". Sort of how I always feel (and apparently you, as well!) waiting to board our beautiful ship!

[kuddles14]

Trainman 2 and Judith, I am very happy to have found your post. I will be following you up until Friday, April 13, when my DH and I will be leaving to drive to Florida and board the Freedom on the 15th with OhioCruiserDude and his new bride! (Hi David and Candice). So needless to say, this post of yours comes at the right time.

Bon Voyage and happy crusing.

 

[3CatsInMA]

Perfect! We just finished our taxes, and boy are we ready for a cruise! But...we just finished our taxes, so "Trainman LIVE" will have to do for now. ;)

 

Congrats on the weight loss, Trainman. It's always a pleasure to "cruise" with you!!:D

[Trainman-2]

It is time to shut down and head for the Port.

 

I have the luggage cart loaded and out next post will be form onboard the Jewel.

[Clio1610]

Hello Trainman & Judith again !

 

I so enjoy your 'Live From' reports and especially the photos of all the food !!!

 

Have a wonderful cruise on Jewel and I shall be tuning in every day to read your posts !!

 

xx

[apk1389]

Oh,I wonder if she is the same Adriana from the MN.......blonde???

 

Yes, same

[maritar]

Bon Voyage Trainman and Judith! Have a wonderful cruise! Will see you next Monday, 3pm at the Pool Bar! :D

 

Oh,I wonder if she is the same Adriana from the MN.......blonde???

 

Yes, same Adriana. :)

[04mach1]

Hope you both have a wonderful time! You can see your F150 from the hotel window NICE !!!!

[BillOh]

I'm guessing they are waiting at the port.

[LBumb]

bon voyage

[smeck]

NOTE For The Fashion Police...

 

This is the first cruise that I am not bringing at least a Sport Coat and Tie for Formal Nights.

 

I have some dress slacks and a dress shirt that I plan to wear in the MDR.

 

This eliminates the need for a hang up bag for my dressy stuff and Judith's too.

 

As I'm fond of saying, your on vacation not on display!!

[PH8]

Yes, same

 

 

 

Yes, same Adriana. :)

Oh super......gonna be so nice to see her again!!:)

 

hey Mari--you can tell her I'm coming(the 14th)

[will773]

Hope you're onboard safe and sound! Have a great cruise, Trainman!

[Yorkvillain]

Loyal followers are anxiously awaiting the new slimmed down photos of Trainman.

[wolfcathorse]

Oh super......gonna be so nice to see her again!!:)

 

hey Mari--you can tell her I'm coming(the 14th)

 

I'm hoping she'll be on when I'm there Dec 3rd!

[sdouglas]

YIPPEEEEEEEEEE ! Another amazing adventure with the "new" Trainman and Judith.

 

Have a wonderful trip and keep the pics coming. :D

[sredish]

Almost 5000 views and he hasn't even boarded the ship! Now that's what you call a following!

[windjamming]

Almost 5000 views and he hasn't even boarded the ship! Now that's what you call a following!

 

You could say that, despite his slimmer frame, he's never been bigger!

 

Looking forward to the next 9 days, Trainman!

[Trainman-2]

Here we are in front of the hotel at 9:30 am this morning.

 

 

The cab driver took the photo and dropped us off at the port about 10 am.

[Trainman-2]

Here we are at the port.

 

 

The waiting line started moving at 10:30 am

 

 

We were checked in and in theDiamond Plus / Pinacle waiting area by 10:30 and on the ship by 11:00.

 

[Trainman-2]

We established a temporary headquarters for the Jewel of the Seas Smoking and Sipping Society here on the starboard sde of the pool deck.

 

[cruzinlady1947]

Trainman, you look great. I'm impressed. Keep up the good work with your weight loss. I recently lost 40 lbs. with WW. I know it is hard, but worth it in the long run.

 

Looking forward to your "live report". Have fun, enjoy your cruise and enjoy life!

 

Gwen :)

[Trainman-2]

First Lunch in the Windjammer!

 

 

I tried the Honey Stung Chicken (as I alwasy do on the first day) and it was OK but salty, not sweet!

 

The Greek Salad, a Cheeseburger, and some Potato Leek soup made a nice first meal.

[Trainman-2]

Desert today was warm rice pudding with Vanilla Sauce, home made Whipped Creme, and Vanilla Soft Serve Yogert.

 

[yj2cute]

Have a fabulous cruise, Trainman!

 

Curious, will you be strictly following your diet while you're cruising, or just eating what you want while being a little more careful?