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08/12/2007: "Home From a Great Trip"
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Nick and I got home safe and sound on Saturday night from our cruise. We had a great time and really enjoyed ourselves. There was plenty to keep Nick busy on and off the boat and as usual, he was a great traveling companion. I enjoyed the luxury of having most everything taken care of. There is something to be said for not having to plan your trip, drive the car, worry about when to stop, where to stay, where and when to eat, etc.
I was able to relax and consume a novel from the ship's library. Though I carried an oxygen bottle, I did not use it during our various excursions or on the ship's deck. I got a little winded on some walks but was really happy that I was able to function so well without it. The ship did have several people with walkers, wheel chairs and scooters on board, making feel more comfortable.
With Nick busy, I was alone much of the time people watching. Naturally there were people from all over the US and some from outside the country. The workout facility and jogging track were filled with people in shape and exercising. The folks at the buffet dessert table were a different story. It made me question why some people have willpower and others do not. I actually heard someone say they were looking forward to getting back to McDonalds. On the last day I overheard a couple of twenty-something girls talking about what they missed the most. One said, “I miss human contact. You know email, IM, cell phone.” Its good to get out and mingle with different people once in awhile. 
