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17th March 2024

Over 100 countries
Wow, you have seen so many places in this world. Good that you could finally make it to 100 in just one cruise. It seems you enjoyed the trip in spite of the trouble with your legs. Lovely photos as well. They seem to transmit some warm temperatures into the still chilly parts of Central Europe.
17th March 2024

Over 100 countries...
Thanks for your comment. I could use some warmth here in Colorado, too! We just got 1 meter of snow...the most I have ever seen in one snowfall. Our neighbor was kind enough to plow our driveway. Fortunately, the temperatures climb to almost 20 degrees C next week. I hope Spring comes soon to you!
13th March 2024

100 and beyond
Congratulations Bob on hitting #100. I'm glad to hear your TCC count. Travel fills the soul. I'm glad Linda was able to do a bit of shopping. Continue on the travels.
13th March 2024

TCC List...
Thanks for mailing to me the TCC list of countries, and the contact information!
10th March 2024
Dominica - Linda shopping

Dominica
We visited Dominica about 25 years ago and we loved it there. We were lucky enough to get a sightseeing tour around the island paid by two Americans. The Americans asked their local friends for a tour and let us tag along. /Ake
10th March 2024

Wonderful achievement - 100!
When I read tblog I began to bemoan the fact that I no longer write although many people have asked me to resume. I love to write but the last few years I have shifted over to vlogging as I have fallen in love with videos and find that they bring back memories in a very vivid manner, putting us right back on the spot. Jeanette, my wife, and I have just returned from a month in south-east Asia visiting Thailand and Cambodia for two weeks before joining Diamond Princess in Singapore for a 14-day cruise visiting Vietnam, Malaysia and Thailand. It was a remarkable event, especially having our eldest son and grandson join us for the cruise. By the way, Linda had mentioned her Scottish heritage earlier. We visited Scotland in October, including Dunrobin Castle. If you are interested in viewing the two videos I published please let me know how to send the links to you. Roger Sutherland, Canada
10th March 2024

Thanks for your reply...
As for relatives in Scotland, both Linda and I have ancestors from there, to include sharing 12th great grandparents, and their pedigree. We have Sutherland ancestors, but I didn't have time to visit Dunrobin. Perhaps we are related! I published blogs about my visit to their castles in 2022...a couple blogs before the Caribbean blog. I hope you enjoy reading the result of my research!
9th March 2024

Congratulations!
Huge congratulations Bob, on reaching 100 countries! A very momentous achievement indeed, and something to be proud of. What a great way to tot up the countries, 14 countries in 14 days. A whistlestop tour, and a great idea! Sorry to read of the health problems, and hope indeed that you're able to tick off bucket list entry number 2 in Central Europe this year.
9th March 2024

Caribbean
Yes I did. Well done Bob! And I plan to read it soon.
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8th March 2024
Our Cruise Ship The Norwegian Sky

Cruising
Congrats on achieving your aim of 100 countries Bob. Denise and I are not cruising people, but a Legendary Blues Cruise in the Caribbean was our incentive to meet Dave and MJ Binkley with entertainment 24/7 and no children!!! What did yours offer? The Norwegian Sky looks like a stunner. I have posted it in our "Cruising" thread in the Photographic Forum.
9th March 2024
Our Cruise Ship The Norwegian Sky

Cruising
We are also not cruisers. We have been on 4 cruises...to the Bahamas in 1992, Alaska Inside Passage in 2008, Repositioning cruise from Honolulu to Sydney in 2012 where we enjoyed our time with you, and now the Caribbean cruise. The main thing that the Norwegian Sky had to offer was visits to 14 island countries in 14 days...al very difficult to do by air or land.
8th March 2024
Aruba - California light house

Aruba Lighthouse
Ooooh....I like this one Bob & Linda. Gotta post this on our Lighthouses of the World thread in the Photography Forum
8th March 2024

Congratulations on achieving you 100th country!
And a few more.... I have no idea where I am on that department, close to a hundred I reckon. Now on to your next goal of the year!
9th March 2024

I didn't know how many countries I had been to either...
until I joined Travelblog and filled out the Countries Visited application with all those flags. I wish we still had that map.
18th February 2024

Incredibly scenic places and beautiful photos
Wow, this was a road trip to incredibly scenic places and you took most beautiful photos. Good that you could take Liam with you and that you were able to meet family and that in spite of Covid restrictions at least the marriage could take place. Everything that happended during Covid times seems almost unreal nowadays, although it was not that long ago...
29th October 2023

Intermezzo
Sorry you didn't get to hit 100 this year Bob, but what a wonderful year you seem to have had with family and friends! Sad news about little Bonnie though... You have done so much travelling in the US, despite all the air and road issues. A Caribbean cruise sounds a perfect and relaxing way to reach 100! I look forward to hopefully reading about it. All the best Bob! 😊
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9th March 2024

I hope you saw my latest blog
about my Caribbean cruise!
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11th October 2023
2023 Bears looking to leave

Cool
Curious.
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10th October 2023

Hmmm... I wonder who inspired you ;)
The floating alligator in the pool looks familiar, we used to have one just like that. Sounds like you made the most of your time, even if you couldn't travel to where you wanted. But seeing family and friends is just as good, if not better!
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10th October 2023

Of course, you inspired me!
Thanks!
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10th October 2023
Liam catching frogs in the stream behind Rosanna's home

Thanks for sharing
Hi Bob. Love the story and pics. My story has similarities to yours; must be an age thing. Sue had foot surgery with a similar time frame for recovery, and they’re still not perfect. Orthotic inserts and suitable footwear just keep the bulls rolling in. I’m lucky not to suffer from these problems. Bears! I caught 4 problematic possums living in my carport recently, but you’ve smashed me out of the park with your bears. Great pictures. We will have our first granddaughter in about a week so we are off to Luxembourg for a visit in late November and Christmas in Wrocław, Poland with the in-laws. Coldest Christmas I will ever experience. I smiled at Liam’s hair when I saw his picture. My grandson Ezra is a blonde version of his curls, but so was his father and me so we don’t mind a curly head. It’s good to see you well and enjoying life. I’m convinced that one of the biggest benefits of having children is getting grandkids. Stay well and I hope Linda’s feet are not giving her grief. You certainly step up to the plate as a caregiver/ husband when these things occur. Good to hear from you, Steve
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10th October 2023
Liam catching frogs in the stream behind Rosanna's home

Thanks for sharing...
and thanks for sharing your own story. Linda's second foot operation went much better. I'm thinking that she might be OK to travel in November. I mentioned possibly going to Eastern Europe then, but she thinks it will be too cold. I make serendipitous decisions when all things come together. Great to hear from you, too!
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10th October 2023

amazing family history!
I am thoroughly amazed at how much of your family tree you have discovered. I have worked on my family tree on and off and I seem to get stuck quite quickly. I even feel that one part of my family just dropped out of the sky as the trail seems to be dead before it starts! The other side I know is from Germany and have some indication of where, but haven't gotten further than that - your history is thoroughly amazing. I also am very impressed with how you saved some miles and got an extra excellent stop on your trip. Shows great detective work on both the family and travel!
10th October 2023

Family history
Thanks for your reaction to my family history. I just started with me and my wife and ascended from there not knowing where there would end up. It was like a treasure hunt. I too am totally amazed, especially with my grandmother Carlsen's (maiden name Weaver) tree. I would encourage you to use geni.com and Google Books as you continue exploring you tree.
20th September 2023

All the best
Wishing you all the best with the planning, and the medical concerns too.

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