The Long Goodbye Has Begun
One of the greatest blessings of this journey has been the wonderful people we have met. Even with all of the itinerary changes, or maybe because of the changes, we knew we were doing something special, together. And we always knew, in the back of our minds, that this bubble which we were living in would eventually end. Well, the end has come.
Many of our favorite people, both passengers and crew, departed in Ft. Lauderdale. For days we’ve had luncheons, final happy hours, and celebratory dinners. We’ve swapped contact information, photos and memories. We’ve hugged, cried and shaken hands. It’s all part of the long goodbye that will continue for the next two weeks until we arrive in LA.
For those of you who have departed, we already miss you. Be well until we meet again.
Post Gallery
Yes, yes we are in this photo. Look on the right side of image, just below the "c" in Cruise, I'm wearing light blue pants, Marsh is behind me. This photo is of the crew and passengers. What a ride we've had!
Kathy, Karen, Michael, Sharon and Marsh
The folks are starting to amass for the group photo.
It's starting to fill in on the other side.
Ran into Christopher (from our hallway) and Neil (our steward) at the group photo.
The gang's all here!
Our dear friend Frandi and our Waiter for over 125 days in the last 12 months. He's quite simply the best. And he's headed home for a much deserved vacation.
The Biegers and the Magees played Mexican Train on most sea days -- this was our last session.
Hard to say goodbye to these beautiful people!
Marshall showing his emotions, watching the others say their goodbyes.
Saying goodbye to the Trivia Gang - Marsh, Sharon, Karen, Shane, Sharon, Angel, Dave, Carol, Al, and Michael.
Diane, Janet and Gary.
Rose, Len, Marshall and Sharon
Sharon, Donna and Mary
Sharon, Karen, Lisa and Kathy.
Michael, Marshall, Len, Sharon, Rose and Karen.
What an experience!!!!!!!
Wow!!! What a lifetime of memories. You did it!!! Thanks for your amazing blog. Ed and I have enjoyed tagging along.
Beautiful memories!
Great new friends!
Awesome