I have been following your blog for a few days now, and going back and reading up. I am enjoying it immensely. It reminds me of my last cruise and helps me look forward to my next cruise.
My hubby and I have booked on the Carnival Liberty for the May 14 sailing. We are heading to the Eastern Carribean. Our last Cruise was on the Glory in 2007 where we had Weeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee Jimmy as our cruise director. He was hilarious. That was our “honeymoon cruise” and here we are 3 years later going on another. My parents went with us last time, but sadly they have both just passed away. My mother had wanted to do the eastern Carribean cruise, but every time she started planning, something would happen and dad would end up in the hospital.
Eventually she gave up trying, and cancer took her this past January. Dad being the gentleman he was, went first to prepare a spot. We truely believe that he didn’t think he could live without her so he simply gave in.
So hubby and I are going to live their dream for them. We are taking along our daughter, who will be almost 23 months when we sail, and his brother ( to look after the daughter so we can have fun!!) I would like to know what there is for Children that small. She is quite independant but have been advised by our booking agent that under 2 years are not allowed in Camp Carnival. Also, how safe is the ship for a toddler? We have a balcony room, should we be worried about her getting on the balcony?? We wish we could get a suite, as she is a bit terrified of the shower, we are not sure how to get her clean while onboard, and suites have tubs.

Anyways, rambling over, what is there for small children to do on board when they can’t attend camp carnival? I have booked the butterfly experience while we are in St Thomas, but other than that I dont see much.

Please let me know what you suggest!

Maurene

Instead, he suggested we “bump it out.” Yes, it was a 70s disco hip move. Made for a very interesting captain’s party when everyone got to meet the captain and senior staff, yet couldn’t shake their hands.

Laura

You have asked forgiveness from the women who matter in your life, and they have forgiven you. Beyond that, there is nothing more you can do unless you can turn into Superman, fly around the Earth super fast, and change its rotation to turn back time. (I never did understand how that worked, though!)

When the U.S. Mother’s Day comes around (I think it’s May 9th?) make sure you send cards and flowers and an abundance of praise to your mum and Heidi. I know it’s not the same, but it might make you feel a little bit better.

So cheer up! There are much worse things in this world to worry about…like the Carnival casino conspiracy to drug guests and take their money.

Good luck and God bless,
Laura

My wife and I are sailing on the Carnival Dream on May 15, 2010. The past two cruises were on the Glory – which we enjoyed very much. Last year was my first time trying out karaoke and I had a blast. Regarding The Legends show, you listed the celebrity list, but I noticed that Ricky Martin was not listed. I was going to try to get up the nerve to try out for ‘Livin’ Lavida Loca.’ I have even been practicing that song since last year lol. I think I sound fairly decent. I was wondering if the Ricky Martin part has been dropped since it was missing from your list. As a side note, I think it would be cool to add a KISS character to the show if and when Carnival decides to update it. Although Paul Stanley’s is my favorite KISS character, Gene would be cool too. I don’t know if I could walk in 7″ platform boots with sea legs, but I would certainly give it a shot.

Very much looking forward to my cruise in May. Hope to hear back from you.

Best regards,

Paul…

$23,957.85 on a penny machine? Wow… I wonder if she would like to adopt a slightly mature child. What a lucky woman!!!

Regarding the ‘man hug’ thing. I happen to recall running into a great friend on our Carnival Dream who, despite being worn and tired, gave me a big hug. If I remember right, that was you.

Time to forgive yourself for your transgression and smile!

All the best to the Stephanies, Heidi and the lovely Kye!!

Ciao!

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