I first heard about the alternative rock band Barenaked Ladies about 17 years ago, when our eldest son (Lincoln) was introduced to the BNL’s music by his college roommate (Darren). We loved the group’s first hit — If I Had A Million Dollars. Actually, we didn’t have much choice…it was sung and played around our… Continue reading Norwegian Dawn Lands the 'Ladies'
Tag: Cruises
Pirates of the (Royal) Caribbean
We met a young couple with an intriguing story to tell while on the Celebrity Millennium this year. Husband and wife, they were from California; in fact they probably still are. Both are flight attendants with Southwest, so they’re able to schedule blocks of time off to pursue their passion. It’s called cruising the world.… Continue reading Pirates of the (Royal) Caribbean
Bahnsen, Baseball and Cruising
Many years ago, I knew Stan Bahnsen, whose name may now be familiar mostly to the Bahnsen family, old sportswriters like me and a diminishing number of baseball addicts who remember him. By the time I met Stan, he was a journeyman righthander near the end of a career that had some high moments, like… Continue reading Bahnsen, Baseball and Cruising
Around America in Two Months
You could call this one an all-American trip on a ship. You get on board in America and, after more than two months on board, you get off in America. The ship belongs to Holland America. Its purpose on this two-month voyage is to circumnavigate South America. You can probably get to the embarkation/debarkation city… Continue reading Around America in Two Months
Ships and Yachts for Honeymooners
Our wedding was so long ago it was before The Love Boat, so any thought there was of honeymooning on a cruise ship wasn’t one even the rich and famous entertained. All these years later, it’s just another marketing tool for cruise lines to offer the budding bride and groom. And if they’re really clever,… Continue reading Ships and Yachts for Honeymooners