.......idle jottings

[TrapperZimmy]

According to the brochure, there is only one cruise currently scheduled. I see it ends up on the Turkish-Armenian border. Can't figure out how it would get there. But a 40-day cruise is longer than Zimmy and I can take. We'll probably stand at the dock and wave goodbye.

[BeignetBoy]

Mr. Hum -- We certainly enjoyed the last crossing and the company of you and Blondie. And our dinner together early in the voyage was outstanding! Thanks for your nice words about Mrs. BB and me.

 

I can honestly say that it was probably the most relaxing crossing that we've had, except for one fact..... Losing one hour every other day or so, and doing it mid-day made for a very short day. Don't know why they move forward at noon, but this was the 2nd Eastbound Crossing that they changed mid-day.

 

Enjoy your trip to Oz.. Please send our best to Blondie.

 

Looking forward to our next voyage in July, and to seeing you and Blondie again. :D

[ho-hum]

Hum was in a particularly playful and naughty frame of mind on the crossing and many "larks" ensued.

One day as Hum was enjoying his breakfast, Hum spotted Papa Tony (a revered Phillipino crew member) replacing re-varnished handrail sections back onto the white painted, top flat sections of the ship's perimeter handrails.

This kind of maintenance work is often undertaken on crossings to prepare the ship to be "spick and span" for the Mediterranean season.

There remained a short corner piece (about one foot long) left to re-fit when he was called for a coffee break and trotted off down the rear stairs of the ship to sit and sip his coffee.

The temptation was just too much!

Hum whistled to the crew member setting up the loungers around the pool deck below and beckoned him to pass the handrail up to Hum.

 

Papa Tony returns up the stairs, crosses the rear deck and cannot see the handrail piece!

He looks all around and then shouts at the crew member setting up the loungers asking if he moved it.

The crew member shouts no and tells him he is losing his mind!

Tony turns round, scratching his head and looks up to the sky in disbelief where he sees Hum holding the piece aloft on Deck 4!

Fortunately Papa Tony sees the funny side.

[ho-hum]

Mr. Hum -- We certainly enjoyed the last crossing and the company of you and Blondie. And our dinner together early in the voyage was outstanding! Thanks for your nice words about Mrs. BB and me.

 

I can honestly say that it was probably the most relaxing crossing that we've had, except for one fact..... Losing one hour every other day or so, and doing it mid-day made for a very short day. Don't know why they move forward at noon, but this was the 2nd Eastbound Crossing that they changed mid-day.

 

Enjoy your trip to Oz.. Please send our best to Blondie.

 

Looking forward to our next voyage in July, and to seeing you and Blondie again. :D

 

Thanks for the kind words dear chum and we both found time with your good selves to be a pleasure.

The time change is best at midnight.

Eating patterns were disrupted at lunchtime.

 

Yes until we meet again soon.

All the best to you both dear chums.

[ho-hum]

GUEST COMMENT REVIEW

SEA DREAM II: 17 - 30 April, 2016. San Juan to Malaga

 

1. Yacht Embarkation: 10.0

- shoreside management gave details of departure as St.Thomas! And still no map (no fault of ship management so no point adjustment)

- champagne offered (to me, at least)

- canapes very good

- greetings wonderful as always

- processing very efficient and friendly

- bags delivered to room in good time

- Clothes taken for pressing quickly

 

2. Stateroom Appointments: 9.0

- we are in Owner's Suite and expectations are higher

- everything worked

- new restrictions of who we can dine with in our cabin are wholly un-acceptable and should have been made known to us prior to paying upgrade; naturally we will be seeking extensive financial compensation through our TA (again no fault of ship management so no point adjustment). Oh and a bloody stupid rule too!

 

3. Stateroom Stewardesses: 10* (1 star)

- bedrock of ship experience, always so kind and cheerful.

- Jeanesa looked after us so well assisted by other wonderful ladies

- Head of Housekeeping: Sanje. Impressive as always and amazing ambassador for company

 

4. Cuisine: 10** (2 star)

The Chef and galley do all the basics right and source the best foods whilst the galley crew are all pros with an incredible speed of service.

This voyage, I have been particularly impressed by a few additional aspects: they are:

- Presentation is just right with a new simpler and cleaner (un-overtly, contrived) style which I love.

- Dishes mostly very good and occasionally exceptional.

- Canapés wonderful in content and presentation

- New Peugeot salt and pepper pots brilliant

 

And the concerns:

- New oblong plates (with curved end) are too heavy (I'm thinking of the effect on crew over the medium term)

- dislike the part black patterned plates and their partial incorporation with all white plates and silver ring plates

- Raspberries and salad leaves served were not at their freshest by day 5 & 6

- bread and rolls lacking

- cheeses should be labelled.

 

5. Restaurant Services: 10* (1 star)

- a one man performance of exceptional ability and flair by Goran: a maestro

- supporting service by others were mostly good to very good

- not knowing whether fruit and vegetables are not at their freshest is a slight concern (two occasions only though)

- Some waiters do not have a sufficient depth of knowledge of dishes to guide guests in assessing choice and have rarely even tried dishes from outside their own culture (where there is often a limited diet and "fast food" is often actually preferred)

 

6. Bar Services & Sommelier: 10* (1 star)

- Sev, Matt & Jasper all very good.

- Matts choice of chilled "House" music added elegance and sophistication to TOYB which together with his style of service created an incredible and magical feel and created an amazing "vibe" for a most amazing "chilled" experience

- Frank the Legend, what else is there to say?

- I would love to see a "pairing" of wines for some meals ("Degustation" in particular) but you would need extra staffing

 

7. Concierge / Reception, Shop & Purser: 10

- Rachel, Katherine, Arla, Ederlyne & Elena are wonderful.

- concierge must be staffed from 7.0am on LAST day

 

8. Onboard Recreation: 10

- Club Director: Gareth very good and professional and a wonderful dinner host

- attended very few Activities nevertheless the feedback from other guests was very good

- speaker (Carl) was very popular and a nice dining host by all accounts

- Love the new TOYB speakers

- disco good

- acoustic guitar playing by Ruel was very accomplished and he is a very pleasant guy

- Enrico on piano was good

- Activity Director: Tony. A hugely impressive lady who is extremely eager for the challenge in this very demanding position. Have real confidence in her ability. Great with guests and organised. Also makes a great dinner host.

- noticeable improvement throughout (avoided "Live" music performance because of historic issues so cannot comment this time).

 

9. Shoreside Activities: 10

- Funchal activity seemed good value and looked fun

 

10. Ports of Call: 10

Funchal only: like it.

 

11. Spa Services: 10

- a lot of new faces and always friendly

- Pla's service was exceptional as always

- prices expensive so wait for offers

 

12. Overall Appearance of the Yacht: 9.0

- looks fine to me. Nothing stood out one way or another.

 

13. Overall Impression of your Voyage: 10.0* (1 star)

- we really needed a break so we were grateful for so few passengers and could spend relaxed time by ourselves and with crew. This crossing was wonderful for us.

- maintenance work did not intrude as much as previous crossings (thank God for no fumes and halts in paint removal at rest times after lunch); appreciated

- Captain Lund's & Steinar's influences on crew creates an amazing friendly atmosphere that gives SDII such an amazing and distinctive "feel", creating a loyalty by crew and passengers alike: nothing should endanger this (and yet rumours amongst passengers suggest it could be. Hope rumours are untrue).

- Raised confidence with other former less prominent (to me) crew is wonderful to witness and engage with, creating more effective personnel throughout (again an attribute of Captain Lund's & Steinar's influences and demonstrating the benefits of consistent Captains)

 

Comments

- Love this ship, love this crew so don't see need to change / swop Captains and possibly ruin ship "feel" (if passenger rumours are true of course)

- I give up on shoreside management. Totally incomprehensible to me and now beyond redemption. Just hope our TA doesn't give up too!

[muddleaged]

Ho Hum, I enjoy waking up each morning to your comments, and I especially enjoy your reviews. Thank you!

[MillieRyan08]

GUEST COMMENT REVIEW

SEA DREAM II: 17 - 30 April, 2016. San Juan to Malaga

 

1. Yacht Embarkation: 10.0

- shoreside management gave details of departure as St.Thomas! And still no map (no fault of ship management so no point adjustment)

- champagne offered (to me, at least)

- canapes very good

- greetings wonderful as always

- processing very efficient and friendly

- bags delivered to room in good time

- Clothes taken for pressing quickly

 

Excellent review Hum, thanks for taking the time to write. And I enjoy gathering little tips, like "Clothes taken for pressing quickly". Is this for everyone or only those ensconced in the Owners Suite?

 

Millie

[ho-hum]

Ho Hum, I enjoy waking up each morning to your comments, and I especially enjoy your reviews. Thank you!

Yes a few wake in the morn to see what the old fool has been pontificating about.

It is all "piffle" of course but to a few it has become a daily ritual with the banalities jotted encouraging bowel functioning perhaps!

 

This forum is all about Sea Dream.

Mostly in praise of the extraordinary men and women who work on the two ships.

But we may veer off course, subject-wise.

Yet essentially we share "chum-ship" that quite a few feel.

And Hum occasionally has a "pop" at "Noway".

 

Hum appreciates your "reaching out".

[ho-hum]

Excellent review Hum, thanks for taking the time to write. And I enjoy gathering little tips, like "Clothes taken for pressing quickly". Is this for everyone or only those ensconced in the Owners Suite?

 

Millie

Thanks Millie for your words of appreciation.

Hum's clothes pressing is the "posh reflex action" of the upper classes.

And Hum does wish to present himself in a satisfactory manner.

Instilled into as a child at boarding school you see.

 

But of course Hum joshes.

The truth is Millie, Hum prefers natural shirt material: linen being the preferred option most times for the warmer and sometimes humid parts of the world.

Shirts with a recognisable collar too frame Hum's huge head best: he just cannot look good in tee-shirts on account of his portliness.

And so you know what linen is like?

So Hum packs shirts after washing and dried on hangers at home.

Upon drying they are packed (un-ironed).

At the point of arrival, they are all pressed: a few quickly (when you pay more) and the rest less quickly (which is cheaper).

So by the time of cocktails, Hum is looking gorgeous (again)!

Well for about one hour and then the shirt begins to crease but at least a good first impression has been presented from which a decline slowly or quickly ensues (depending on whether Hum "opens his mouth" or not. If Hum just stands politely nodding to whatever inane rubbish is heard then it is fine but if Hum "chips in" then fellow guests look at Hum quizzically and suddenly discover all kinds of things they have forgotten to bring with them and depart the conversation!).

 

The creased shirt can also be used again for another cocktail provided a jacket is also worn thus only partially exposing the front. And again it can be used during the day (provided it has passed the underarm "sniff" test! If there is any doubt, then it is out. So Hum brings two shirts for each day of the voyage just in case).

 

The pressing on SDII is a work of "art and science" and the Laundry Master is well known to us. Very high pressing temperatures is the key for linen.

The shirts look fabulous and take away the sight of Hum's wild, longish hair above (curls you see).

Hum would like to look conventionally smart sometime but what can you do with the hair. Some like it though. A hairdresser from Noway would come from behind Hum and run his hands up Hum's hair. Hum's all for physical affection but Hum was a little surprised at first when he had no idea who it was. But he would do this night after night at the TOYB after dinner after availing himself of the fine brandies onboard. Others from Noway said he was a famous hairdresser. Anyway he was a lovely gentleman and uber smart dressed mostly in black.

It reminds Hum of a time with eight Belgian hairdressers in the jacuzzi after being "sloshed" following the Jost van Dyke "caviar and champagne splash". Somehow Hum arrived back on the boat and as he was passing to return to the cabin, these fine, fun fellow guests beckoned Hum in.

And what jolly nice young men they were too!

 

Hasn't Hum waffled on!

 

There is a wealth of experience amongst posters on this forum (especially Zimmy and Lady V): so if there is anything you or anyone else need to know anything about anything, please feel free to ask. If Hum doesn't know, these fine ladies probably will.

Not forgetting that "dresser to the stars" himself, Monsieur "twinkle toes" Abenaklikins who has offered regular style advice to Hum over many a year (mostly what does not work) and gives specific instructions to locate shirt emporiums, none of which exist in reality yet give this odd person so much amusement thinking of Hum traipsing around various Italian Mediterranean port towns looking for the non-existent establishment (except one day he found a wonderful shirt shop and bought 3!).

[ho-hum]

It seems that all of SD know about ".......idle jottings" (and who writes it) so Hum was a little flattered (and a little annoyed too) that a certain someone has just started a blog called ".....idle bloggings"!

Such a great name!

Why the heck didn't Hum think of it?

What's left for Hum?

"......idle bleatings" perhaps?

Well they say imitation is the greatest form of flatulence.

Edited May 8, 2016 by ho-hum

[MillieRyan08]

Thanks Millie for your words of appreciation.

Hum's clothes pressing is the "posh reflex action" of the upper classes.

And Hum does wish to present himself in a satisfactory manner.

Instilled into as a child at boarding school you see.

 

But of course Hum joshes.

The truth is Millie, Hum prefers natural shirt material: linen being the preferred option most times for the warmer and sometimes humid parts of the world.

Shirts with a recognisable collar too frame Hum's huge head best: he just cannot look good in tee-shirts on account of his portliness.

And so you know what linen is like?

So Hum packs shirts after washing and dried on hangers at home.

Upon drying they are packed (un-ironed).

At the point of arrival, they are all pressed: a few quickly (when you pay more) and the rest less quickly (which is cheaper).

So by the time of cocktails, Hum is looking gorgeous (again)!

Well for about one hour and then the shirt begins to crease but at least a good first impression has been presented from which a decline slowly or quickly ensues (depending on whether Hum "opens his mouth" or not. If Hum just stands politely nodding to whatever inane rubbish is heard then it is fine but if Hum "chips in" then fellow guests look at Hum quizzically and suddenly discover all kinds of things they have forgotten to bring with them and depart the conversation!).

 

The creased shirt can also be used again for another cocktail provided a jacket is also worn thus only partially exposing the front. And again it can be used during the day (provided it has passed the underarm "sniff" test! If there is any doubt, then it is out. So Hum brings two shirts for each day of the voyage just in case).

 

The pressing on SDII is a work of "art and science" and the Laundry Master is well known to us. Very high pressing temperatures is the key for linen.

The shirts look fabulous and take away the sight of Hum's wild, longish hair above (curls you see).

Hum would like to look conventionally smart sometime but what can you do with the hair. Some like it though. A hairdresser from Noway would come from behind Hum and run his hands up Hum's hair. Hum's all for physical affection but Hum was a little surprised at first when he had no idea who it was. But he would do this night after night at the TOYB after dinner after availing himself of the fine brandies onboard. Others from Noway said he was a famous hairdresser. Anyway he was a lovely gentleman and uber smart dressed mostly in black.

It reminds Hum of a time with eight Belgian hairdressers in the jacuzzi after being "sloshed" following the Jost van Dyke "caviar and champagne splash". Somehow Hum arrived back on the boat and as he was passing to return to the cabin, these fine, fun fellow guests beckoned Hum in.

And what jolly nice young men they were too!

 

Hasn't Hum waffled on!

 

There is a wealth of experience amongst posters on this forum (especially Zimmy and Lady V): so if there is anything you or anyone else need to know anything about anything, please feel free to ask. If Hum doesn't know, these fine ladies probably will.

Not forgetting that "dresser to the stars" himself, Monsieur "twinkle toes" Abenaklikins who has offered regular style advice to Hum over many a year (mostly what does not work) and gives specific instructions to locate shirt emporiums, none of which exist in reality yet give this odd person so much amusement thinking of Hum traipsing around various Italian Mediterranean port towns looking for the non-existent establishment (except one day he found a wonderful shirt shop and bought 3!).

 

I would have accepted a simple yes or no!

 

But very funny nonetheless.

 

 

Millie

[abenaki]

A simple yes or no? Well, Hum doesn't do a simple anything, especially to answer the question at hand. He started off in the direction of answering and then got lost in a long ramble, as usual, and managed to end up by insulting me. No, perhaps it was, in fact, an extremely veiled compliment, if I carefully reread the phrasing. One rarely rereads the musings of the great Hum, usually once is enough!

He is right about tramping up and down the back streets of the Italian Riviera in search of the perfect striped linen chemises. Tutto bene, al posto.... he stumbled finely upon a very old friend ,and his efforts netted him enough swag to last him another few years. You see, Hum doesn't venture often into the land of haberdashery, preferring the noble act of wearing his garments until the last threads gasp and expire. And even then if Blondie doesn't step in with authority, these sad tired garments end up on Hum when he steps into the garden to direct the work being carried out around the estate. All a part of his Common Man persona in the village.

 

Yes, the brilliant Laundry Master offers his same services to all and sundry, although of course the voluminous wrinkles and assorted soup stains associated with the Hum do occupy a fair amount of the poor man's time in any given day.

[TrapperZimmy]

Well for about one hour and then the shirt begins to crease but at least a good first impression has been presented from which a decline slowly or quickly ensues (depending on whether Hum "opens his mouth" or not. If Hum just stands politely nodding to whatever inane rubbish is heard then it is fine but if Hum "chips in" then fellow guests look at Hum quizzically and suddenly discover all kinds of things they have forgotten to bring with them and depart the conversation!).

 

Truth be told, first impressions of Hum are generally established by the fact that he is standing next to the spectacular Blondie with a look that says "I'm with her." Of course, once he does open his mouth you think "She's with him?" :)

[TrulyBlonde]

Mr. Hum,

Enjoying your writings this a.m. and always love reading about attire. Yes, those linens can be a problem. When beautifully pressed, nothing more stunning than an entrance made in the flowing white fabric.

A tip on where to find many gorgeous linens for the ladies. My favorite place is called Blitz in Positano. When you are walking down the narrow street to the water, it will be on the left side. I always stock up, and once you know your sizes and the wonderful quality, you can order and have shipped. They have a website for ordering online, also.

They are perfect for anywhere on the Riviera and for dining al fresco on SeaDream.

Edited May 8, 2016 by portofinoitaly

[MillieRyan08]

Mr. Hum,

Enjoying your writings this a.m. and always love reading about attire. Yes, those linens can be a problem. When beautifully pressed, nothing more stunning than an entrance made in the flowing white fabric.

A tip on where to find many gorgeous linens for the ladies. My favorite place is called Blitz in Positano. When you are walking down the narrow street to the water, it will be on the left side. I always stock up, and once you know your sizes and the wonderful quality, you can order and have shipped. They have a website for ordering online, also.

They are perfect for anywhere on the Riviera and for dining al fresco on SeaDream.

 

Dear portofinoitaly, I will be visiting Positano in July just for the day and will for sure go to Blitz. I looked online and some of the outfits are very nice. I could not though, find the online store?

Thanks again,

Millie

[MillieRyan08]

A simple yes or no? Well, Hum doesn't do a simple anything, especially to answer the question at hand. He started off in the direction of answering and then got lost in a long ramble, as usual, and managed to end up by insulting me. No, perhaps it was, in fact, an extremely veiled compliment, if I carefully reread the phrasing. One rarely rereads the musings of the great Hum, usually once is enough!

He is right about tramping up and down the back streets of the Italian Riviera in search of the perfect striped linen chemises. Tutto bene, al posto.... he stumbled finely upon a very old friend ,and his efforts netted him enough swag to last him another few years. You see, Hum doesn't venture often into the land of haberdashery, preferring the noble act of wearing his garments until the last threads gasp and expire. And even then if Blondie doesn't step in with authority, these sad tired garments end up on Hum when he steps into the garden to direct the work being carried out around the estate. All a part of his Common Man persona in the village.

 

Yes, the brilliant Laundry Master offers his same services to all and sundry, although of course the voluminous wrinkles and assorted soup stains associated with the Hum do occupy a fair amount of the poor man's time in any given day.

 

Ha, thanks abenaki, No I did not get a response did I, but Hum did paint a very funny picture. But you have answered my question re laundry and Im glad we can get stuff pressed on arrival. May I ask another, albeit lame, but important to me, question. What is the hairdryer like on board? Is it one of those horrible things stuck on the wall of which only a piff of air comes out? I have thick hair and unfortunately those hairdryers just do not make the cut. Do I need to take my own? Hope not, but will if need be.

 

Cheers, Millie

[ho-hum]

I would have accepted a simple yes or no!

 

But very funny nonetheless.

 

Millie

 

All passengers, even those on deck 2 have laundry services available to them for a modest charge (now whether they make use of it or not seems debatable at times as once Hum was mortified to see a row of large grey pants being strung along a makeshift line in front of the cabin window. Abenaki really should have a word with the Commander about this and please lend him some darn too!).

 

Ha, thanks abenaki, No I did not get a response did I, but Hum did paint a very funny picture. But you have answered my question re laundry and Im glad we can get stuff pressed on arrival. May I ask another, albeit lame, but important to me, question. What is the hairdryer like on board? Is it one of those horrible things stuck on the wall of which only a piff of air comes out? I have thick hair and unfortunately those hairdryers just do not make the cut. Do I need to take my own? Hope not, but will if need be.

 

Cheers, Millie

 

YES (no point asking Abenaki for reasons Hum cannot elaborate on. By the way hope Hum's answer met your preference for brevity this time)

[ho-hum]

ooops ! (Mishtake)

Edited May 9, 2016 by ho-hum

[ho-hum]

A simple yes or no? Well, Hum doesn't do a simple anything, especially to answer the question at hand. He started off in the direction of answering and then got lost in a long ramble, as usual, and managed to end up by insulting me. No, perhaps it was, in fact, an extremely veiled compliment, if I carefully reread the phrasing. One rarely rereads the musings of the great Hum, usually once is enough!

He is right about tramping up and down the back streets of the Italian Riviera in search of the perfect striped linen chemises. Tutto bene, al posto.... he stumbled finely upon a very old friend ,and his efforts netted him enough swag to last him another few years. You see, Hum doesn't venture often into the land of haberdashery, preferring the noble act of wearing his garments until the last threads gasp and expire. And even then if Blondie doesn't step in with authority, these sad tired garments end up on Hum when he steps into the garden to direct the work being carried out around the estate. All a part of his Common Man persona in the village.

 

Yes, the brilliant Laundry Master offers his same services to all and sundry, although of course the voluminous wrinkles and assorted soup stains associated with the Hum do occupy a fair amount of the poor man's time in any given day.

 

And would not the purveyors of this piffle have been denied such a lovely and funny reposte by your good self if Hum had answered briefly?

Oh Hum chuckled.

And you are on such fine form.

The "plan" worked.

The Abenaki fly is cast out onto the more placid waters of the lake from where he gazes up at the swaying grasses above the water.

A garish pink fly is used.

Well anything colourful really.

Tug the rod awhile and the movement excites the Abenaki and he will bite.

Got 'im!

No, he will be released later after Hum studies in wonder the silver, grey and yellow skin and appreciates God's creature.

 

A few return jousts of your own Abenaki?

Soup stains ehh?

For an incredible large gob, it always surprises Hum that the spooned liquid has ways of escaping.

It could be worse. In Cuban cigar smoking days, shirts were peppered with burnt holes.

 

Sad tired garments?

Classic clothing is Hum's reply.

The draw string for the Caribbean trousers is a particular faux pas in your opinion.

But it gives Hum a masculine ruggedness appearance as opposed to the garb donned by Count Abenaki of Foppi.

Edited May 9, 2016 by ho-hum

[MillieRyan08]

Oops I get it. It is Count Abenaki, as opposed to Countess Abenaki. Of course, not really being in the know, obviously wrong person to pose a question about a hair dryer! I must pay more attention.

Sorry for the slip up, thanks for the heads up.

Cheers, Millie

[ho-hum]

Oops I get it. It is Count Abenaki, as opposed to Countess Abenaki. Of course, not really being in the know, obviously wrong person to pose a question about a hair dryer! I must pay more attention.

Sorry for the slip up, thanks for the heads up.

Cheers, Millie

 

Oh silly Millie, Hum knows you're an Aussie but really, it ain't because of his sex!

Haha

[ho-hum]

Oops I get it. It is Count Abenaki, as opposed to Countess Abenaki. Of course, not really being in the know, obviously wrong person to pose a question about a hair dryer! I must pay more attention.

Sorry for the slip up, thanks for the heads up.

Cheers, Millie

 

Hmmm..."Countess"...well why not....

Haha

[abenaki]

That should you keep you chuckling thru lunchtime shouldn't it ol Hummie......

 

Now, "masculine Rugged appearance" and "draw-string trousers" don't usually appear in the same sentence, but if that works for you, fine. And yes, the people are laughing with you , not at you..... I can just hear Mrs Adonis saying to Mr Adonis, "don't forget to put your draw-string trousers on before you go to work, honey. Very likely.....

 

Yes, Hum is terribly proud of his stunning golden locks, the tousled curls of misspent youth. He often is known to stand with his back to the setting sun, so that the parting rays of the evening sunlight cause a natural halo to form around his face, so appropriate, really, for a saint. I certainly wasn't going to mention it, far be it from me to comment, but why not now, I say. The last couple of photos that have appeared on FB have led me to thinking that perhaps the toupee is getting a little thin on top? Now, it may be that Hum has just changed his conditionner? Charitably we may say that the humidity has been at an all-time high?

 

The truth will come out in early December, when the casting of the Village Christmas pageant is revealed down at the Grange Hall. Hum may go from his traditional role as lead Cherub to just "3rd Putti on the left... It will be a devastating moment, on the heels of his silver screen premiere.

 

Never you mind, I know a workshop on a narrow side street in Roma that makes hairpieces for all the Hollywood stars, Rochetti di Roma, they have been there for generations. Very hush hush, perhaps you know of them already?

[TrulyBlonde]

Dear portofinoitaly, I will be visiting Positano in July just for the day and will for sure go to Blitz. I looked online and some of the outfits are very nice. I could not though, find the online store?

Thanks again,

Millie

 

Dear Millie, I have not actually ordered online, but they told me it is possible. Best to always see what style etc. you prefer. I do not think the website does it justice. I prefer very clean lines and a monochromatic look because I am small. The stitching etc. is quite lovely, as are the fabrics. They have the cheaper linens in Capri at the outdoor markets, and they do not compare to these. Happy shopping!

[ho-hum]

Oh the banter on this forum infused with love and the deepest of respect for chums is simply delightful (and with a Rosso di Montalcino, it is exquisite).

How simply satisfied is Hum this moment.