Last night I saw Zebras, Elephants and Tigers…………………..last night I went………..to the circus.
Good Morning everyone. I am sitting here in my hotel room and the digital clock is telling me that it is 6:07 am and considering I did not get to bed until past midnight I guess my body is still as confused as a Frenchmen with a bar of soap.
Heidi is somewhere under the covers doing her impression of a starfish and I am not looking forward to when she wakes up. This will be because of the vat of wine she drank last night………more about that later.
So, back to the circus. We were due to meet some great friends for dinner last night and I had received a cryptic message from them saying they would be picking us early because they had “a surprise ” for me……………Now, when someone says something like this you spend time wondering if this is a good surprise like a ride in a Bentley, a photo of Uma Thurman’s bottom or a restaurant with the sign “all you can eat” outside. Then there is the bad type of surprise…………….being told you are going to take a yoga class…………..a photo of your ex girlfriends bottom or a restaurant that only serves French food.
Luckily, the surprise was a good one…………in fact it was an excellent one because having read the previous weeks blog where I confessed to my boyhood dream of being a circus ringmaster they had purchased tickets for the greatest show in the world …………. Ringsting, Barnum and Baileys Circus …………..or something like this.
The last time I went to a circus was 30 something years ago and oh my gosh how it has changed. The show really was outstanding and thoroughly modern with dancers, pyrotechnics, video effects and a huge cast of performers. It was held at the American Airlines Arena where the Miami Heat plays and by the way once they return from their not so happy road trip they will turn their season around.
You may remember that I had expressed a desire to be a circus ringmaster. Maybe, 30 years ago but today…………….forget about it……………or as they say in New York………. forgedaboudid. The Ringmasters I remember were refined gentlemen with big deep booming voices dressed in a red Ascot Morning Suit complete with top hat.
The Ringmaster in this show was young, good looking, in fact he was too good looking and needed to be given the good news with the ugly stick…………………anyway, not only was he right off the front page of GQ…………..you know, the sort of guy who is advertising underwear, wearing nothing but a Calvin Armani thingy and a smile ……….. However the biggest surprise was he was a singer……………..yep a singing Ringmaster ………..and they made him wear silver spangling jackets and spandex pants………so, I guess in today’s modern world there is as much chance of finding out that George Hamilton wears mascara as there is me being a ringmaster………………………bugger.
The highlight of the show for me was two guys who basically danced, 30 feet above us on a tightrope……………….with no net……………….incredible. There were elephants and horses and clowns and an annoying clown (the kids loved him) and then there were the tigers.
Now, having just read about that terrible incident in San Francisco where a tiger decided he was bored at the zoo and wanted to see Hollywood and jumped over a two foot wall only stopping to graze on passers by, the last thing you want to see is 10 tigers being led into the ring…………….I was very nervous as we were on the front row and I was concerned that Timmy the Tiger may look at me and mistake the four of us as………….two Gazelles, one Stag and a Bison (guess which one I am?)………………and think…………..oh, a buffet.
However, we survived and we watched the tigers dance, bow, jump and poo on each other……..the last bit was not planned but the kids seemed to enjoy that bit the most as it got the biggest laugh and applause of the night. In fact, the circus would save loads of money if they just got a bunch of animals, fed them Indian food a few hours before the show and just had them all poo. On a serious note I felt so sorry for the tigers……………….I am sure they are well cared for but these are animals who should be stalking their prey, tearing a Yak limb from limb not being made to dance and being fed a bit of meat on a stick as a reward…………..what a shame.
Anyway, the circus was incredible and a wonderful treat for Heidi and I. Then it was off to dinner at a restaurant I went to last time I was here……………..it is called Prime 112 and it is fantastic. If you are staying in Miami before a cruise book a table………..you will need to do this as early as possible because it is as popular as any establishment in Miami and if you do go please mention my name when you book. Just say John Heald sent you and they will of course have no bloody clue who I am and probably refuse to serve you…………..no, seriously, you have to try this place.
I know all of you will want to know what I had ……………so…………………Heidi and I both started with the Crab Cakes, These are served on a bed of peppers and chilli and I have to say………………amazing……………truly amazing. For the main course Heidi had a Fillet Mignon and I had something called…………….a cowboy steak………………..I was recommended this by my mate and John Wayne himself would have loved it. It basically the best filet steak but cooked on the bone which allows the juices from the bone to ………..well………….I have no idea, I just know it was historic……………..you must try it.
These were served with all the trimmings including Brussels sprouts which are fantastic…………twice!!!!
Now, there are some ideas that Chefs have that when you look at it on paper you think maybe they had just smoked a palm tree when they came up with it…………….one such idea leapt of the menu……………….fried Oreo Cookies……………………let me say that again………………..fried Oreo Cookies……………………”You have to try them” said my mate and I could tell by the look on his face I had to……………….he looked like he had just heard that Catherine Zeta Jones wanted to sit on his knee………………….I had never seen him so excited.
Now obviously, being diabetic he knew I could only have a taste but sharing his excitement we ordered ………………..fried Oreo Cookies…………………..and……………….they were magic…………….served with vanilla ice cream…………………it was Oreo heaven and even though I had but just a bite of one……………it was a bite I will never forget,
So, spread the word…………….you want a great restaurant with a huge menu full of incomparable delights then go to Prime 112……………….tell them John sent you.
OK, time to get dressed and head for the office. Today I have two big meetings with various folks in the office about the bloggers cruise, the one for next year and my trip on the Imagination. We will be joined on both those cruises by our esteemed members of the press which is wonderful. I will also be chatting with some people about the Godmother for the Carnival Splendor.
It is funny you know, I have always thought about big name stars for this. Angelina, Catherine, Uma and the list goes on. Then, I was thinking maybe we do not need someone from a movie set. Maybe we should have some one who has given a lot to the community………..someone who maybe is not at always heralded for the work they have done…………..I have no idea who this person is……………….yet.
One thing I am looking forward to about being back onboard is the ability to have a printer, print out all your comments and answer them……….I know I am repeating myself but again please forgive me for not doing so and very soon the blog will be back to its best.
It was a great night and Heidi enjoyed the food and the wine. In fact she enjoyed it so much that had another glass and then another. Now, when Heidi is a little tipsy she tends to find little faults in……………….me. Last night was no exception as before going to bed I received a first class bollocking on how I never turn lights out before leaving the house or going to bed……………….I was about to defend myself but was then treated to those little lady snores and the gentle smacking of the lips that told me she was out for the count, happy and content that just before sleep took over that she had relegated me to the doghouse and was probably now dreaming of me being eaten by a tiger.
Good Morning
Your friends
John and Heidi
Filed under: Tales from the Ship, Uma Thurman | Tagged: Splendor Godmother
I hope someday soon my family have the pleasure of inviting you and Heidi someplace.How about a home cooked puertorrican dinner? I cant make you tostones rellenos de pollo.Would you like that? My offer for a ride to the ship is still up. Im free Monday.
Nanni
John, With your front row seats they did not introduce you as ” THE WORLDS GREATEST CRUISE DIRECTOR” shame on them.
I see Heidi and Pat got even more in common. 1 Drink, 2 drink, 3 drink snore. Ooops I missed roar before snore.
John at the meeting did they say anything about increasing your personal security staff. My Evil Crew is out of control. I’m warning you keep you back side protected.
Captain “BIG” ED
7 days till My Evil Crew Rules the Ship
John, your evening sounded delightful and repeating it to us a triple delight! You took me to the circus and a restaurant all while sitting hundred of miles away in a computer chair! I feel like making like Heidi and assuming the “starfish” Reading this is the only time this week I haven’t been obsessed with the Blogger’s Cruise and meeting the wonderful folks I have met online since tuning in to your blog thingy. Your hard work is our payoff. Hope you get some relief and rest soon. Take good care and see you soon.
Love,
Kathie ( Kap)
Most excellent!
You had me doubled over with laughter. Thank you. I needed a good laugh this morning.
The Cowboy steak sounds lovely and I’ll make sure I get by to have it the next time I’m in Miami but the fried Oreos… not being a sweets fan that one would be difficult to manage but I’ll take your word that it was fantastic.
So, now that you’re off to meetings and have the CEO of Carnival begging you for your input
I expect to hear tons of brand new insider info in the next blog or two… well… maybe a word or two, OK??
I hope Heidi has managed well after her run in with the vino.
All my best to you, Heidi and the Blog Master Roberto!
‘Til next time…
Greg
The idea of honoring someone who does for others as a Godmother for the Splendour is brilliant. And, that person would be thrilled, as opposed to your typical celebrity. Run with that idea — it’s a real winner.
John,
I haven’t been to a Circus in about 15 or so years sounds like you had a great time and I think we are all happy you and Heidi didn’t get eaten or even sampled. On to the food sounds like a great place and a 30oz. steak sounds even better, but i can’ barely eat a 14 oz. so that would be a waste. Can’t wait to see what the info for 2009 is going to be, I know many of us want to get it booked ASAP. Please let it be in a month other than January!!!
Kevin
Hi John, Thanks for my Saturday chuckle. Sorry for your customs problems. Anyone who travels at all has all kinds of stories to tell. Your tale reminded me of some of our experiences. The world is very different than it was even 10 years ago. I am always grateful when I get home safe and sound.
Only seven days until the bloggers cruise. I am into seriously thinking about what to take. Dave and I are looking forward to seeing you and Heidi again. Thinking of being at sea in warm weather on the Carnival Freedom puts a smile on my face.
Jo Myerly
Well John, You are so lucky, to have gotten to see the Greatest show on Earth, RINGLING Brother,s Barnum & Bailey Circus. When I was a kid growing up in NY, every year on Easter my dad would take us to see the circus, I LOVED it, and still do! Especially the clowns! I have a neice thru marriage that was part of Ringling Bros in the 80’s, she rode the elephants (hers was named Zara) and she met her husband who was a clown in the circus. I still like to go and plan to take our grandkids next year to the circus in West Palm Bch. We took one of our grandsons to the Orlando circus at the Magic stadium but it is too small an arena for a circus, but West Palm Bch has the best location for Ringling Bros. circuses. I am a kid at heart when it comes to the circus. Yes, the Ringmasters are handsome, young and sing! I love the aerialists too. But my favorite are the clowns! Well, you are headed back to work this coming week, how exciting for you. Mike and I are counting down the days till April and our next cruise. I will be anxious to hear when the 2009 bloggers cruise will be so we can sign up too. Will look forward to your upcoming blogs. You will get to see Nanette on Monday in P.R. right? Take care, your friends Mike & Linda P.S. Today I had a wonderful day at the beach with all 4 of our grandkids, we all went out to lunch and to the beach to collect seashells, it was so much fun, I felt YOUNG again! HA! HA!
Mmmmmmm… Fried Oreos….ooooooohhhhh…
Fried Oreos are a staple at street fairs up here in Hoboken, almost as popular as zeppoles and funnel cakes . Ever since I tried my first one, I’ve found myself defending them to others who question the yummy-ness of a fried cookie. There’s something about it that makes the cookie part soft but the cream in the center still stays firm… oh so good. My boyfriend was a skeptic until I handed him his first one. At fairs in other places, I’ve seen fried twinkies and fried Mars bars. I believe there is a place in Brooklyn that will fry pretty much anything and everything.
Great I’ve been so good about my eating lately and now all I can think about is Fried Oreos. Thanks a lot John.
Well only one more week to behave myself, then I can cut loose and have fun. See you soon!
Cheers,
Laura
One more week for the blogger’s cruise and I can’t wait to see and hear your funny self and sweet Heidi. Hope you’re out of the dog house by then.
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With all the homeless in America, be happy you have a doghouse to sleep in.
Seriously, I am glad you enjoyed the circus. IMO, a Cruise Director is a 21st Century Ringmaster. Think about it – you announce all the activities, you host all the shows and announce the acts, you are the main attraction. The only thin that a Ringmaster has over a Cruise Director is that he does not have to deal with Mrs. Mah Jong.
Speaking of which – a friend of mine (and my chiropracter) is down right now with health problems. David is one of those “I can’t stand to be inactive types”, so his wife and daughter are trying to find ways to keep him occupied.
On Wednesday, I went to the office for an adjustment (yes, I am maladjusted) and an update – when I walked in his daughter held up a book she had gotten her father entitled (are you ready for this title) “How not to cheat at Mah Jong”.
I immediately accused her of being Mrs. Mah Jong, only to realize my mistake. Whereas Mrs. Mah Jong was four feet nothing and no more than two stone, Denise is anything but that description.
Anyway, enjoy your time in Miami. I (and the Mrs.) await the return of you lively, pointed, and sometimes even acerbic repartee with the bloggers.
Jon and Kathy
John – does someone help you write you blog. You are so incredibly hysterical. Honestly you need to write a book – call it “Big John’s Book of Blogs” Bet it would be a best seller. Good bathroom reading as well. Love it, love it, love it.
I know a ringmaster for a smaller circus. He’s a nice guy and has some very interesting stories. I ran into him once in the audience at a competitor’s circus. Got all the skinny and inside scoop on the industry.
If you like circuses, head up to Sarasota to see the Ringling Museum and Estate. It’s a really cool museum complex. There is a world-class art collection there… Lots of Rubens and old masters. trust me… world class!
Ok, How about Southerndreams (Bonnie) as godmother for the Splendor… Yep, I vote for her!
See ya Saturday. We’re all going to have fun! (all the other folks on the ship will be so jealous of us!)…
I think my grandmother deserves to be godmother of the splendor…
hope all is well john! enjoy your time here in miami!
RESPONSE PLEASE JOHN!!!!!!
Thanks for the latest blog……I agree with the Johnsons…..you are hysterical. Glad you enjoyed the circus, I have in the past too.
I have finally booked myself a cruise alone. I am going on the Fascination in February. Could you please tell me who the CD is and warn him/her that I’m coming? LOL
Hopefully I will be able to join you and Heidi on the bloggers cruise in 2009.
Welcome back and have a wonderful bloggers cruise with everyone (I wish I was there) and the Imagination.
Hi John,
Just read yesterday and todays blogs. You might be in the doghouse and suffering from jetlag, but your blog is right in form! Sounds like the incredible time you had at the circus and at dinner made up for the crappy welcome you got going through security measures entering the US.
The fried Oreo’s sound wonderful! I have never tried them… they are now on my to do list. Maybe you could suggest we have them next week!
Speaking of next week… Carl and I are so looking forward to seeing you and Heidi again and meeting all of our new blogging friends! It can’t come soon enough. We are out of hibernation here and packed and already for Miami and the Carnival Freedom.
See you in a week!
Barb
PS…. How is the ankle doing? And how is Alan and family?
John,
The CIRCUS!!! How wonderful!! I”m sure you would be a grand ringmaster!!! Isn’t what you do? You take a bunch of wild, crazy, occasionally rude passengers and whip them into shape, coax them to enjoy themselves, and train them to come back for more!! Yes, we willingly let the Crusie Directors take control of our lives for 4, 5, 7, 20, however many days we’re there… We’re yours to do with as you please — and we better have fun or you’ll hear about it!
Fried Oreos… That may be a little over the top for me… But I’ll grant you this vice! Enjoy!! Now, I may join Heidi with some wine…
Have wonderful meetings and don’t forget to think about 2009! There are many of us who want to start making plans for your NEXT Blogger’s cruise!
Regards to all,
Kirsten
Hi John,
Glad you got to have some fun in Miami before you go back to work. I was thinking about the ship’s god mother comment. How about considering
the Captain’s wife? (if he has one). The Captain’s (and crew’s) family certainly make sacrafices with their loved ones being gone for such long periods of time. Also, Carnival should consider YOU as a GODFATHER for the ship. Why just pick a woman? In fact, you and Heidi should be chosen as GODPARENTS for the ship for all that you have done for the
corporation. I know the big wigs take a glance at your blog. They certainly know the value of what you have done and are doing for the company. You should be up for some sort of special recognition and a HUGE increase in salary!!!!! Enjoy the bloggers cruise, I will miss being there with you all but am planning on next years. See big wigs, how many of us are already set to sign up for next years bloggers cruise? I did have the pleasure of enjoying you as CD on the Liberty in 2/06 and can’t wait to sail with you again.
Take care,
Julie Gantt
John, The circus and the meal both sound fantastic. We will just drive over to Miami for the Imagination cruise on the 28th and will not have a chance to try Prime 112 (or the money probably!) Enjoy the Bloggers cruise and Larry and I(plus brother and sister in law ) look forward to seeing you on the Imagination.
John,
Esteemed members of the press, eh? Just curious, but do you know from what publications. We happen to be less than esteemed members of the press, and might recognize some names. K has suggested that we combine a touch of business with the great deal of pleasure we are sure to experience on this trip, and request of you a bit of time for an interview, depending on your schedule once the Bloggers’ Cruise sets sail. J, on the other hand, is perfectly willing to let others do the work and he simply enjoy, but also recognizes this as a stellar opportunity to inform an new section of the traveling public about the blog, your fine self and what’s to be had on the blogger’s cruise.
Looking forward to Saturday with great anticipation.
J&K Watts
Hi John
Funny over the past few weeks I have dreamed at night of tigers and having fried ice cream. I guess because I just saw a magic award show on TV recently featuring a friend of mine who has an amazing magic show with Tigers, Rick Thomas.
If you are in Las Vegas and he is playing, you must see his show.
You can see him at also RICKTHOMAS.COM
Fried ice cream I’m sure is right up there on the delicious scale as is fried oreo’s. But also I awoke one morning thinking how great it would be to see a person have an out of this world gift for good work to be Godmother of a Carnival Cruise ship.
Be well John and Heidi,
Ray
Good morning Mr. Heald. Remember back when I said to you it would be fantastic if you would write a humorous book about all that you have written. See, other people think the same way. Three weeks till my cruise. I’m so excited. Enjoy the bloggers cruise and say hi to Big Ed for me. Enjoy your own cruise on the Imagination. On February 2nd, it’s my turn to enjoy a vacation. Once again, I’m really honoured to have the opportunity of meeting you finally. See you than. Ciao.
Paul F. Pietrangelo
Hi John! A question for you…when will those new itineraries that you eluded to after your big pow wow in Miami be posted….If you can’t say for sure, can you say if there will be any 2008 sailings with really new and/or different itineraries? I ask because I am trying to schedule the last of my 08 vacations…
The poet laureate and gang sail away on the Spirit in just 11 more days!!! Yeah us!
Thanks for your assistance
Anyone that has ever cruised with you know that you really are a RingMaster. Glad you enjoyed the Circus and thanks for the tip on the Steak house.
John,
I would take a “historic” steak over a visit with poo any day. You’ve now had a taste of a good American steak, one thing were really good at. I am really considering doing a contract with Carnival after college, maybe they’ll create a new position; John Heald’s head bodyguard.
-BigMike
John,
I’m still trying to figure out how you’re coming off “vacation” It appears you continued to work, albeit shoreside a great deal during your time off.
Is this possibly a prelude to your future work with CCL?
If possible, at your convience, it would be a pleasure to know the cd currently on the Spirit. We have a group (Maria who also posts on your site) along with several others of our group cruise this time every year as a birthday celebration, three of us celebrate our birthdays during almost the exact same time, thus this has been a favorite holiday for us, and Carnival has never let us down before.
We would love to make his/her acquaitance and obviously bring the favour (spelt correctly) of appropriate gifts if that is acceptable. In fact, in cruising four other lines (outside the CCL group) over 14 prior cruises I have always been impressed the most with Carnival’s people.
Anyone can offer a port, or a beautiful ship, but the people are the heart and soul, and Carnival takes top honour (once again spelt correctly in your honour)
Please get some rest in the run up to the Bloggers Cruise. Considering what the “Evil Bloggers” have in store, you will need it.
Hi John and the lovely Hiede! We are gettting more excited about our TA cruise in April.
Glad you enjoyed the Circus and the dinner.
You havn’t mentioned Alan in quite a while, how is he doing?
I am so jelous of the bloggers going on their very own cruise, I sure wish we were joining all of you. I know there are other people on the ship but they aren’t “Bloggers”.
Best of everything to you and to all the people I feel like I almost know because of this blog thingy. That includes you Big ED!
Marilyn
John & Heidi – glad to see you made it to the U.S. safely. Since we’ll be in Miami a day early, we might try that new restaurant.
Good morning Heidi & John,
Lions and tigers and bears, oh my! I’m glad you enjoyed your night at the circus. And I have had fried ice cream, but not fried oreos. Worth a try.
Now, last night in NY Harbor was amazing, awesome and unforgettable. The weather cooperated and it was just beautiful to see the 3 Queens in the harbor, all lit up with the Statue of Liberty right there and then the fireworks. It was worth missing the end of the Giants’ miracle game (miracle because I didn’t think they’d win). A couple of the local TV stations covered the show too and played the footage this morning.
I hope your meetings go well. After reading your immigration experiences and that standard CD joke about the long day of travelling to the ship, it made me want to leave out of NY even more. So just ask for more ships leaving out of NY, please. Itinerary suggestion – since the Miracle goes to San Juan, St. Thomas & Tortola now for 8 days, how about an alternate itinerary every other cruise – Nassau, Turks & Caicos & Half Moon Cay. I don’t think the distance would be very much different.
I received a letter from Guest Relations (you may have been copied) about the situation from the last cruise with a thank-you for bringing the matter to their attention. And a bon voyage gift for my next cruise – I just have to book a cruise and let them know. So—– next Bloggers’ cruise????
Again, get all the scoop for us at your meetings, and keep us posted.
Hugs,
Carol
Whoever posted above that you must have a comedian help you with this blog thingy, I agree–you never fail to make me crack up out loud. The tiger grazing for the bison bit had me in hysterics.
Hey, I don’t mind your picking on the French, but New Yorkers and fuggedaboudit? You’re walking on thin ice here, Mr. John. Just wait till I show up on Imagination with toilet paper and my New York/Queens/Longuyland accent!
Hi John,
Please tell Heidi that Todd English was on the Home Shopping Network over the weekend selling his wares; seems to me that you mentioned in your blog that you have ruined one of Heidi’s favorite pans??? Maybe Todd can come to the rescue and get you out of the doghouse!!!!
I am sooo jealous of those who will be able to join you on the bloggers cruise in a few days..maybe in 2009 for me…please post some pictures for those of us who are unable to join you.
I did however book the 4/17 sailing of the Carnival Inspiration out of Tampa to Cozumel. There are at least 7 cabins booked for our family so far. Could you please tell me who the CD will be?
How is Alan doing? I have not seen much mention of him lately.
Regards to all.
Linda
Hi all,
If anyone is in the area and is interested, the Queen Victoria and QE2 will be in Ft. Lauderdale this Wednesday, 1/16.
See ya,
C.
That line about how Heidi had another glass of wine and then another reminds me of my favorite line from A Funny Thing Happened On The Way To The Forum:
“Oh, that Roman General is a monster! He pillaged and raped my native land of Thrace! Then he did it again! And AGAIN!”
“Really? He raped Thrace thrice?”
Hi John. Prime 112 is definitely good. But you may also want to try Barton G’s before you leave. It is quite an experience. (I mean that in a good way!)
Hi John/Heidi:
Great blog about the circus and Prime 112.
They do have a great menu there. Now you just made it harder for me to get a table.
Glad you had fun and hope your meetings are going well.
Nice hearing from you!
David
Hi John,
I love the blog. I’m sure you have heard that many times, when it is good stuff, I like to be redundant.:)
I’m a flatlander from the middle of Saskatchewan. Cruise ships and getting to them, can be an interesting adventure.
Carnival has been around forever. I am going to spend a month in Jamaica (on purpose, not in a touristy area:)) and had a question.
What does a cruise line look for to peak their guests interest when they are off ship? What makes a cruise director’s job easier?
One day I hope to take a cruise but at the moment it isn’t feasible. Sounds like they are floating hotels:)
Have a fun week.
Deb
Hi John,
As Columbo would say “Just one more thing”. I just sent Roberto a slideshow and video from last night’s fireworks display in NY Harbor. Hopefully he can post it.
And Linda H – me too – every year to Madison Square Garden to watch the circus – and even when I started working on 34th St. I would meet a friend and go a second time. I wish I were a kid again!
Take care,
C.
Good Day All!
Just wondering if anyone else from York, PA was joining the blogger’s cruise? Can’t wait! Only 5 days till we sail!!!!! Also John, is there any talk of Carnival starting to sail from Baltimore Port again? That is where we first sailed from and loved it. Thanks and see you soon.
Cindy & Kevin
Glad you had a great time at the zoo, even if it did burst a childhood dream. That is fine, trust me you have a better job than ringmaster.
Oh and I found a site that has instructions on how to make fried Oreo cookies!!!!!
http://fairy.mahdzan.com/story/189.asp
Some day you will be out of the dog house….. maybe
Best wishes to you and Heidi
the one and only one
Heidi-Beth
Four days! Tee hee…. can’t wait!!!!!!
As the blogger’s cruise gets closer, I get more sad that I will not be joining a group of people who I have grown to know over the last several months. I visit some of the blogs and have laughed, cried and prayed for many of you. Have a wonderful time on the cruise. Hopefully, next year I will be able to join everyone on the cruise. ( John, hint, hint) Give us some details!!!!
I can’t wait to get a full report on all the antics of Big Ed’s ‘evil crew’. Everyone come back and give us tons of details on all that happened! I will be waiting!
Karen
Hi Mr. John,
Nice to read your experience at the circus… I was just thinking why not have one on the ship? won’t it fun to watch while traveling in high seas ? well I don’t want to be a ring master!!!! but would definitely want to try out a career on carnival… (is HR u listening!)
Hi John
Good to see the old sea dog is still afloat. So glad I found your blog – brings back memories of being part of the crew on board the funships for all those years.
Miss our days on the Imagination, Destiny etc.
Good luck with the bloggers cruise – sounds like fun and I am looking forward to reading all about it.
Give Heidi my love.
Nikki the nurse….. now very firmly based on terra firma in blighty….