Sioux Falls We just left Sioux Falls today after the SD Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Induction yesterday. The guys in the band gathered on Wed. and practiced Thurs. and Fri. We had such fun reconnecting with the band, friends and family. We had our fill of rock and roll music last night. The in-house bands started about 5:00 and the inductee groups started at 6:30. Mike's band played from 6:30-7:00. Groups played in 1/2 hour segments until almost midnight. The last group was The Mob out of Chicago. They had 14 members with 7 horn players. The group played at the Mocamba Club downtown in the late 60's to the early 80's. It was a fabulous show band. The only negative about the last several days was the weather: 30's and rain to sleet to snow showers. We are happy to head back south. I had unch with Peeker, Nancy Doorn, Anne Frankman, and Gayle Angle. Gayle's husband, Chet, is terminally ill with lung cancer--not a good deal. She is quite resigned. Other than that sad news, the gals and their families are doing great.
I was at Waterford a few times but never encountered your dad. How is he?
I always enjoy reading your blogs.
Sandy
Cambodia and see you "soon". Hey, I really liked what I saw in Cambodia. It looks like a great friendly place to visit.
Well we finally made a decision on our scheduled cruise to Israel, etc. We can hardly recognize the reservation we made while we were on the 2010 cruise they have changed it so much. So we cancelled it and changed the reservation with Michelle to do the Round South America 2012 cruise. The "plus" for us is that we will be back with you. That really put the frosting on the cake. We are on the wait list to get back on the 7th deck where we would rather be plus saving us about 5,000. We will be there one way or another.
If Morton Dean & Mary are still on the ship, tell them "Hi". Morty, me, Emerald Lagasee and Lizzy Borden are all from the same town. Needless to say, I am the least important person on this prestegious list.
Keep having fun and love your blog. Hugs, Norm inda
Kitty and Norm Hi, Kitty gave me your blog and I am wondering if there are any pix of Kitty and Norm on the blog. I went to high school with her and visited them when they were in Hawaii and CA. Would love to see them. Am enjoying her writings and will dip into yours as well. thanks in advance. Carolyn
It looks like you're having a terrific cruise. We can't wait to get back on the Regent! It was great seeing the photos of Dieter and Ilsa (our favorite instructors) and Aurelia (our "paparazzi" from the Mariner). Please say "HI" to all.
Thanks for taking us along! Susan & Kevin,
We had dinner last night with Chuck & Linda and Sue & Ray and they shared your blog with us (we're also done 2 WC's) and just love your blog. Keep having a wonderful time! Thanks for taking us along.
Marcie & Tom Matassa
Sounds as though you two are having a wonderful cruise, with the exception of that nasty scrape with the coral! Wishing you a happy voyage and good health! Hugs, mary ann
Pan Am Stratuscruisers Hi You Two,
Sounds like the cruise is going very well. Tahiti, ah yes!! Loved the bit about the Pan Am Clippers. My first trip to Australia, 1957, We were aboard a Pan Am Stratuscruiser. 250 miles per hour. We stopped after Hawaii, at both Wake and Midway to refuel. Brought back a few memories of that trip. Time flies!! Glad all's well. Finished my Aussie Open telecasts from LA and taking a deep breath. Keep the Blogs coming!! and happy cruising!! Bear and Michele
Thanks again for letting us travel with you. We decided we had enough of the winter in NC so we left for Tucson. We arrived yesterday and damn it, the cold followed us on I-20 and I-10. It's cold enough here to break records. 21 tonight and 41 for a high today. The warm weather you are experiencing sounds a lot better. We will be here for a month and it WILL get better. Say "hi" to our friends that are saily with you. We miss you all and continue to have a great cruise. Hugs, Norm & Linda
I am drooling Well, we will be following along on your marvelous trip. Please tell Suzanne hello for us. I told Norm that if he really, really loved me, we would be on the trip with you. This was after being snowed in for 7 days and risking life & limb on our icy driveway & private road when we could finally get out.
Love you both,
Linda
I am drooling Well, we will be following along on your marvelous trip. Please tell Suzanne hello for us. I told Norm that if he really, really loved me, we would be on the trip with you. This was after being snowed in for 7 days and risking life & limb on our icy driveway & private road when we could finally get out.
Love you both,
Linda
Great to hear that you are off and sailing again. Wish we were with you. We almost took the first segment of your World Cruise since it included our 60th wedding anniversary on the 3rd of Feb. However, we 'downsized' to a 14 day Cunard cruise on the Queen Victoria out of LA also going to Hawaii and around the islands and back to LA. Have not sailed with Cunard before. We fly to LAX Friday, the 28th provided it doesn't snow too much in Chicago. The ship sails on the 30th. When we return to LA on the 13th, we will drive to San Diego to see our granddaughter who lives there since her marriage to a sailor who is now at sea until June! We have several other friends either from cruises, high school or the education field in the area that we hope to see.
Love hearing from you and hope to travel with you again soon. Gladys and Nelson Durand
Hawaii 5-0 Surfing! I am truly impressed. Congratulations for catching a wave. But ouch, Kevin. Your brush with a coral doesn't look to great. Heal well.
Surreal to think of you passing underneath our beloved Golden Gate Bridge, your home. Can only imagine the feeling.
Great blog and pictures. I very much enjoyed your acount of San Francisco and Hawaii, but especially liked the pictures. I spotted old acquaintances Larry and Karen who were visiting in San Diego. It must have been a wrench for them not to be proceedind on the WC as they have done many times previously.
Aloha Hi Doug and Annette,
Glad to see you're enjoying the good life and sharing your travels. It was great to have the opportunity to get to know you on our Africa sojourn. Good luck at the Bridge tables!
Happy Trails, Michael
Thank you. It nice to get the updates from the World Cruise and we enjoy each segment blog.
Now we look forward to join you in Bangkok in April to complete the part of the World Cruise we missed the last time.
Bon Voyage I do hope I can get away with "better late than never" ... but I do wish you both a wonderful journey. We were out skiing when you passed through the Panama Canal, but we did read through the emails and view the pics when back in by the fire. It's impressive to think about Mark, Barbara, Andrew and Jack passing through the Canal just weeks before you, and how vastly different the scale of events were. But one thing is constant, those on board both boats have an adventurous spirit. May this adventure be magical.
All the Best,
Steph
We Will Be With You in May We are booked on the final segment of the WC, from Rome to London. Looking forward to hearing about the earlier portions of the cruise.
Joining you in Bangkok! Hi Kevin and Susan,
I'll be joining the cruise at Bangkok and traveling thru to Rome. Ten countries, 6 time zones, 5 major religions, 3 continents and unlimited champagne. Oh, I am ready! Chuck and Terri (my sister, above) say "Hello". I am very much looking forward to the world cultures, gorgeous scenery, World Heritage sites, and all the wonderful service & support that Regent offers.
I'm so excited! Please add me to your guest list to share a juicy steak dinner. I look forward to meeting you and all the other passengers. Whoo hoo.
Good stuff Just caught up with your blog on Voyager's world cruise and am enjoying it very much. We did the transatlantic crossing on her last November, getting her to Fort Lauderdale ready for your trip and she was in immaculate condition. It was good to read the names of staff we were friends with, especially Chimi, the Dining Rooms Manager, whom we have known for a long time. He will remember us as the elderly British chap pushing his wife around in a wheelchair. I see Jamie Logan and his wife are joining in SF and we also avidly read his blog. Thank you for taking the time to write and post excellent pictures.
Panama Canal cruise Wonderful cruise and so many great people onboard guests and crew! Thanks to Susan and Kevin for being our hostess and host! We truly enjoyed ourselves and can hardly wait to go on the next cruise with Regents! Enjoy the travel blog and thanks for making it so full of travel information and wonderful pictures! Have a great cruise and fabulous time from the Royal's!
Aloha and travel safe Hi You Two,
Loved your first Blog and keep me on your list. Must feel good to be on the high seas once again. I start my first Gig this Sunday from LA. It's the Australian Open from Melbourne. We'll be on Direct TV each of the first eight days. If you can pick up Direct on the ship, you might hear my voice. If it's bad just hit the "Mute" button!! Have a great voyage, and enjoy your brief stay in Sausalito!! Cheers, Bear, Michele
Sandy Cannon
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Sioux Falls
We just left Sioux Falls today after the SD Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Induction yesterday. The guys in the band gathered on Wed. and practiced Thurs. and Fri. We had such fun reconnecting with the band, friends and family. We had our fill of rock and roll music last night. The in-house bands started about 5:00 and the inductee groups started at 6:30. Mike's band played from 6:30-7:00. Groups played in 1/2 hour segments until almost midnight. The last group was The Mob out of Chicago. They had 14 members with 7 horn players. The group played at the Mocamba Club downtown in the late 60's to the early 80's. It was a fabulous show band. The only negative about the last several days was the weather: 30's and rain to sleet to snow showers. We are happy to head back south. I had unch with Peeker, Nancy Doorn, Anne Frankman, and Gayle Angle. Gayle's husband, Chet, is terminally ill with lung cancer--not a good deal. She is quite resigned. Other than that sad news, the gals and their families are doing great. I was at Waterford a few times but never encountered your dad. How is he? I always enjoy reading your blogs. Sandy