Rare richstowe Posted August 12, 2014 #51 Share Posted August 12, 2014 Chesterh, it was sad to read your post. It is a reminder to myself to value and appreciate all the experiences of life. It is equally a lesson to not sweat the "small stuff" and to remember it is almost all small stuff. Thank you for this reminder and hope you continue to enjoy whatever good comes your way and abide the rest. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
denims Posted August 12, 2014 #52 Share Posted August 12, 2014 God bless you and gives you the strength to fight this disease! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wvufan Posted August 12, 2014 #53 Share Posted August 12, 2014 A few years ago I got Noro and was confined to quarters for 4 days. Luckily, I had a copy of "What Time is the Midnight Buffet?" which I read in spurts ;). I am sure you will feel honored to know you will always be associated with those symptoms :eek: Thank you for the significant contribution you have made to many cruisers' enjoyment of our wonderful obsession. God Bless You Bob and Phyl Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
L11 Posted August 12, 2014 #54 Share Posted August 12, 2014 Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I wish we had had the chance to meet in person. Linda Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
20pluscruises Posted August 12, 2014 #55 Share Posted August 12, 2014 Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers and sending big squishy hugs! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TourDeCruise Posted August 12, 2014 #56 Share Posted August 12, 2014 Chesterh, I don't know if we have ever met in person, but it is possible given that our very first cruise was on the Galaxy out of Baltimore in March 2002, which was followed by many more cruises on the Galaxy, including the 1st sailing from Baltimore and the final sailing from San Juan before the transfer to TUI, and most other Celebrity ships. Learning yesterday of your "When is the Midnight Buffet" book and that our beloved Galaxy is featured in it, I just purchased the Kindle version for my iPad; my dh immediately downloaded it to his iPad as well and is reading it right at this very moment. Within a few minutes, he said, "You're going to really like this book. It is very amusing" adding that he "can't put it down." My husband has been sharing parts of it as he reads and just reported from the book that you "are heading to the casino." Oh, now you are onto chilled pear and honey soup, prime rib, and chocolate mousse toffee cake with ice cream while Kris has rum raisin ice cream. Now you are heading off to the t-pool, which you call a "great invention." Then the invitation to the Captain's table arrives, escargot "melting in" your mouth while dining at the Captain's table, and deciding it would be a faux pas to sop it up with bread sticks, which is something we always do at our own table. I want to thank you for all your Cruise Critic contributions and for sharing your book, website, insights, and your current battle. My husband and I have you in our thoughts, hearts, and prayers during your challenges in this new chapter of life. Kathy & Jack Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dani negreanu Posted August 12, 2014 #57 Share Posted August 12, 2014 My thougths go to you, and I hope that the proximity to Jerusalem will be of great help. Dani[ela] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruisehappygal Posted August 13, 2014 #58 Share Posted August 13, 2014 I am so sorry to hear your sad news... My thoughts and prayers are with your entire family... We started sailing Celebrity about the same time.... I loved your reviews and posts and I too remember the good old days with many of the posters who we don't hear from anymore... I ordered your book when it first came out, and I often read it before a cruise, just to laugh again and enjoy your humor and fun.. We are thinking of you and Kris, Ryan and Wells, as well as your sweet Mom. Praying for you to have strength, peace and love in your days ahead. God Bless You Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cl.klink Posted August 13, 2014 #59 Share Posted August 13, 2014 Praise, admiration, and luck. - Joel Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gowensricks Posted August 13, 2014 #60 Share Posted August 13, 2014 I just went to your Website and enjoyed it immensely! Thank you for the wonderful post. God Bless you and your family! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shiphappy Posted August 13, 2014 #61 Share Posted August 13, 2014 I, too, went to your website where I have spent the last two hours reading some of your warm humorous stories. Your mother is right - you have a way with words! I had to also order your book. My prayers go out to you and your family. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JLSPOOL Posted August 13, 2014 #62 Share Posted August 13, 2014 There's more to the '96 Subaru SVX story. Don't give up. jls Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
misha1 Posted August 13, 2014 #63 Share Posted August 13, 2014 (edited) I wanted you to know that I began my Cruise Critic career (I was pretty much a lurker) by reading your very first cruise review. It was everything that I have come to know about cruising. I, to this day, still chuckle at your mishap with the glass door and developing a cut shaped like an X on your forehead as a result. God speed to you ChesterH. Edited August 13, 2014 by misha1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruise47 Posted August 13, 2014 #64 Share Posted August 13, 2014 I am not going to say go bye. But I am going to say God is with you my friend and we will sail again on the other side. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ships R Great Posted August 14, 2014 #65 Share Posted August 14, 2014 Chester, after reading your post I tried to read others but they all seem so trite and unimportant. I know I will read CC again, maybe even tomorrow---but not today. God bless you and your family. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TeaBag Posted August 14, 2014 #66 Share Posted August 14, 2014 Thank you so much for your wonderful contribution to CC. My heart goes out to you and your family. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dblane Posted August 14, 2014 #67 Share Posted August 14, 2014 chesterh-- Have always enjoyed your writings. God bless you and your family. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PinotBlanc Posted August 14, 2014 #68 Share Posted August 14, 2014 I wasn't here for your posts way back when. I'll search the board and get to know you. Count me in as one of your new friends. You and your family are in my prayers. Penny Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sealover155 Posted August 15, 2014 #69 Share Posted August 15, 2014 Oh Chester, how brave and considerate you are. Like so many others I read and found your book utterly charming. You find pleasure and interest in places others miss. Good lessons for us all. I wish you and your family peace as you journey on. As a woman of faith I also wish you God's speed. And I know that you are also a great sea lover. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dowunder Posted August 15, 2014 #70 Share Posted August 15, 2014 Never,never give up. I have had to cancel two cruises since I was diagnosed with Lymphoma Feb. 2013. It is a battle, but be determined and have faith. My wife and I are now leaving Venice in September for our much anticipated Adriatic cruise, so you see you can win! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RodPat Posted August 15, 2014 #71 Share Posted August 15, 2014 So sorry to hear of your failing health. Just want you to know how much I have enjoyed your writing. When you first posted on cruise critic I copied every page you wrote and put it in a binder. I always loan it to all my friends who have never cruised before so they can see how wonderful cruising can be. Thanks for all the memories. Prayers coming your way and all my best wishes. Pat Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pris993 Posted August 15, 2014 #72 Share Posted August 15, 2014 The cruise to heaven is the one we will all take sooner or later. I'm so sorry it is sooner for you. I wish you calm seas on your journey. I second... life is a journey - we all try to life to the fullest. God Bless you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mmp13 Posted August 15, 2014 #73 Share Posted August 15, 2014 Chester, Like so many others who love cruising, I also loved your reveiws and your book! Sending you and your family prayers to help you on this your latest Journey. Hopefully, you and your family will find the peace you so richly deserve! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kennetro Posted August 17, 2014 #74 Share Posted August 17, 2014 Chester, we were the lucky ones for having had you on here. Thank you & God bless. See you soon! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RCI Cruisers 004 Posted August 17, 2014 #75 Share Posted August 17, 2014 May God bless you and watch over you ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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