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Tuesday, September 2, 2025

Last Call

 Good morning,

Of course, we take the pups out for Last Call Potty Time each evening before we head to bed.

That very sleepy Elsa is telling me, "I'm finished, Mom.  Let's go inside."

Having Yellow Labs at night works very well.  As much as we loved our Black Lab Erik, he was impossible to see at night.  We'd let him outside and he would disappear into the night in the back yard, even with all of the outdoor lighting we have.  Fortunately, he had excellent recall and came when we called him.  We miss our sweet Erik who crossed the Rainbow Bridge last March.  It's just not the same here without him, but we are so grateful for the wonderful memories of a sweet boy.

Sleep tight, sweet Elsa.

Love you,

Mom

Monday, September 1, 2025

Labor Day - USA

 

 Good morning and Happy Labor Day!

Today we celebrate all who work as well as the unofficial end of Summer.  

We hope you had a great Summer and enjoy the day with family and friends. 

All the very best,

Lois

Sunday, August 31, 2025

Printer Test Guy

 Good morning,

He looks surprised!  ;)

This is Kjell's first test with his new four color 3D printer.  I like the little red-faced guy.  I think he should be mounted on or near the printer and become the project mascot.

Any name ideas?

Let me know!

Lois

Saturday, August 30, 2025

Symphony of the Seas Artwork

 Good morning,

This is just some of the artwork aboard Symphony of the Seas.  As you can see, it's quite large and is viewed from the deck below.

Each Royal Caribbean ship has  unique artwork.  

Just beautiful!

All the best,

Lois

Friday, August 29, 2025

Symphony of the Seas - Shops

 Good morning,

Catherine did a good job of getting an image of the shops area on board Symphony of the Seas without crowds of people.  If you have forgotten to pack something for your cruise, you can probably find it here on board.

I just love the designs on the floors, walls, and ceilings around RCCL ships.  They are truly beautiful!

 All the best,

Lois

Thursday, August 28, 2025

Symphony of the Seas - Aft

 Good morning,m

Catherine took this image of the aft of Symphony of the Seas. 

Not only does it have the outside feel all the way into the ship, but there are cabins overlooking this area.  

Fantastic!

All the best,

Lois

Wednesday, August 27, 2025

Symphony of the Seas - Junior Suite

 Good morning,

I have a few more images from Catherine and Erica's cruise aboard Symphony of the Seas.

The ladies had a lovely Junior Suite with a balcony, of course.

Stay tuned for a few more images of this gorgeous ship.

All the best,

Lois