This was originally posted by jelene on the community forum.
Hi Everyone!
It's been a while I know, but I have a good excuse....Was over in the "mother country" helping my girlie move yet again! She had no internet or long-distance calling hooked-up yet so I have remained out of the loop for a few weeks!
Braaty??? Thought it was a surprise for Cherie! You little S**T! So you went and told her. I can't believe you....Oh well...Enough said about surprises around here....Hope she's excited!
Pippa, Manchester Gay Pride is August 25th and 26th, and it's a big one..Care to join us for a fun weekend in Manchester?
Fringe Fest is the world's largest arts fest in the world and it's held each August in Edinburgh, one of my all-time favorite cities. This is truly one event that no one should miss in life. Google search Fringe Fest for more info...This will be my third year in a row attending and it's with great anticipation that I get to introduce it to 4-American "newbies"! I know they will be duly impressed. Pippa, think about this one too!
Mefan, HOWDY!!!! What was your outfit anyway for that masquerade party? My love to Tree and hopes for a warm summer!!! XX's!
JoCindy, how's the party coming along? Any date yet? (I'm SOOOOOO far behind on here!)
Stumpster, glad you "invested" in a home laptop cause this forum wouldn't be nearly as fun without you gorgeous! Hey, how was the girl's night out Saturday night? Meet anyone? DO TELL! I know you had four Aussie's lined-up to join you next year, but have you got anymore coming now? WE LOVE AUSSIES! Well, we love EVERYONE actually, but that's quite a hike to take to hang with the Yank's and we appreciate it!
NAF, Glad you're all caught up with the paper work, but don't forget us. We MISS you! Come up for air, would ya?
Also, I wrote a highly complimentary letter to Stein Kruse, CEO of Holland America regarding the wonderful time we always have on the Westerdam and he actually wrote me back! I included a photo of 6-of us having dinner with Capt. Harris and he even mentioned it in the letter back to me. He made a very nice mention of "Oliva, Inc. Charters, and how much he appreciated our business in particular. Anyone wanting to view a copy of his letter to me I will gladly pass along. I do feel appreciated by Holland America and not just because of the captain thing...The stewards and serving staff are truly wonderul. I can't wait for next year's cruise!!!
Everyone else going before us, I'm jealous! But please do come back and tell us of your cruise or travel experiences too. Word of mouth is always the best!
It's nice to be back and check out the Forum and see you all here! I like "us"!!!