Viking Cruisers Return

mike and I are so prim and proper!!
we played the photo game at work once, lots of fun!
sheree

"Jean O'Boyle" wrote in message
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"sheree" wrote in message
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what are you saying Jean, bankers are boring?!!!

what was the picture game? i can just imagine between you, charles and
tom!

Sounds like we missed a great time. If only Marty didn't have school or
we had someone to watch him for a week1!!
sheree

LOL! Sheree...you know how professional and proper bankers
behave...dignified with suit and tie and all! Well Dale was FAR from
that! His pose for his entrance into the water at Labadee was one to
remember! Ha! Of course we got a lot of laughs with Kerry TRYING to get in
the water with her raft...She is SO small the raft wouldn't cooperate!

As for the photo game, we did this on one group cruise and that is where I
got the idea...we brought baby or pictures taken at an early age and put
our names on the backs..put them up on a bulletin board, with numbers
identifying them below and at the cocktail party we saw who wrote down the
most correct answers on the sheets that they were given and nicely printed
up with all names ahead of time by Len...correct me someone if I am wrong,
but I am sure I heard that it was Len...He was also the organizer of the
miniature golf game. Charles did not have a photo that he had time to get
to bring so we manufactured one of him by putting his head on one of
Kerry's grandson riding a tricycle!!! You missed a fantastic time,
Sheree! I sure wish you could have come!!!

--Jean

sheree wrote:
mike and I are so prim and proper!!
we played the photo game at work once, lots of fun!
sheree

When? LOL

Ermalee ---gotcha!

Jean O'Boyle wrote:

ANSWERED INLINE!

"Susette" wrote in message
...

Well here we are in the Ft Lauderdale airport just having ended
another viking Group cruise. The highlight was being able to meet
Jean and Ed O'Boyle, What lovely lovely people they are, Sweet as
could be and a beautiful woman inside and out. I certainly hope they
will join us again. and the Photo Game you suggested was great!


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What a BLAST!!! Susie, you are much too kind and and it was wonderful
meeting and being with you! You made us laugh so much...no wonder your
Viking Groups are such a success! I tell you, if anyone is around you for a
few minutes without laughing ...they are DEAD!!! Your Bob is a gem...even
though you could get his picture ONLY when he was unaware, but you two are
one special couple! I'm glad y'all enjoyed the photo game and we certainly
WILL join you again if the date is right for us. The Liberty is one gorgeous
and humongous ship!



We had Vikings in the Belly FLop and one came in 3rd the winner was
built just like a Manatee he could not jump; to belly Flop he just
fell in unreal.... My SO was in it and wore a Santa Hat and some other
fun wear hahahahahha, Charles did not do the Belly FLop this time.
LOL ( stop laughing Tom) We also played the Quest game which is one
of the funniest games to play amazing what people will do and Yes Tom
took of his pants to help the group.. But what happens on the ship
stays on the ship! LOL



We missed the Belly Flop...DARN! But I did really enjoy the Quest game...Tom
was next to me and what a shock to see him do his strip tease act...Thank
heavens he had a pair of shorts (no, not underwear) under those pants. And
Susie was pretty swift herself....THESE people are veterans and come well
prepared to take it off with out removing their outer garments! For a split
second, I did learn who wears boxers or briefs!!! What a TV ad that would
have made! Pretty Leslie and good sport, Bob, did a spectacular job as
runners! They should have gotten first place for SURE! Bob, you look so
cute with lipstick! That pucker of yours on the ship's video will definitely
get you a Hollywood contract...so watch for a call any day! It was really
fun and the very first Quest I had gone to in my 39 cruises...being with
such a bunch of fun loving bunch made it hilarious.




We went through TS OLGA and this

had some HIGH WINDS and HIGH SEAS but this ship drove like a
Cadillac.... not a problem... But landing a helicopter was a
challenge.


I understand we had 140 ft. waves but the captain did a great job handling
the gorgeous Liberty and tried to avoid the worst of the storm whenever
possible. I loved the movement and really commend the captain very highly
for the way he sped back towards San Juan to meet the US Coast Guard
helicopter for that medical emergency...and we still were able to get back
to a wonderful day at Labadee.. Kudos not only to the captain but to the
outstanding service of the US Coast Guard and the crew! They were great!



We went to San Juan and we arrived at 3pm kinda Odd to go in late like
that but I hear it is a Refueling stop. We went shopping and to a bar
we have gone to for many years it is a local one called Cafe Guarinex
AKA as the fire eatter Bar, we had a drink sang some songs and played
some instruments.. They have nice new furniture in there hahahaha
Then onto the Parrot Club, I never been there before but wanted to
see it and 9 of us went in and had some Nuevo Cuisine Puerto Rican
food and drinks that was very good.
Then BAck to the ship and shopping on the way there was alot of
Kiosks/Tents with local items that was very nice... then back on the
ship...



The fire eater was in Pennsylvania, so we were disappointed, but there was
an old man there playing on some sort of instrument and Tom and Charles and
a few others got ahold of it and had the some of our bunch dancing. San Juan
was lovely decorated for Christmas. Some us indulged in some chocolate in a
chocolatier's shop...deeelicious! Then on for some fun at the Parrot's
Club...




next Stop was Labadee WOW they constantly are making it better and
better there, THE Ziipline was unreal! and it was just as always a
great beach day. GOod Island.



I agree, Labadee had come a long way from when we visited it many years ago.
The beach was lovely with lots of shade trees and palms to place your
lounges under...Even got a light tan...but speaking of tans..Leslie got a
very even and beautiful one. What pretty lady that one is...a beautiful
smile and so much fun....she must have a time fighting off the men! I
enjoyed our talks and time together.


This was not done for the Itinerary since I think its pretty weak but
the Sea Days are great alot of things to do. The Viking Group is such
a great group laid back and fun loving and we enjoy our yearly jaunts
together, that is the real Highlight...
from the Santa Claus in the dining room on the last night and to the
Snow man and Sleigh ride G string to the fun party in Ed and Kellys
room It was wonderful.


THAT you will get to see with photos as back up! The Viking hats, the Mickey
Mouse hats and the Christmas reindeer and Santa hats...The waiters got quite
a charge and even would wear the hats themselves! Even our head waiter!
Kerry and Susie know how to liven up a party....they even had a cute white
bear with a Menorrah on his chest who would light another candle each day
when you pressed his paw!
They also had Christmas trees, angels and candy canes on the table! Speaking
of Kerry, she is so perky and the cutest T/A you could imagine...She is SO
short, I had to look way down to find her!! HA!!! Not quite that bad but
she is short! Dale, her hubby is such a cutup!You'd NEVER think he was in
the banking busisness! There were so many very nice people in this group
that we had the pleasure meeting and befriending; Letty and Len, a very
special and sweet couple, Andrea & Glenn, brother and sister who were a hoot
to be around and such very nice people, Kelli and Ed who so graciously
allowed us to party in their suite, Anna and Bernie, whom we did not get
enough time to really get to know but were very likeable along with Bruce
and Lainie, and I'm sorry as I know I must be missing somebody....but y'all
are one grand bunch...Of course being with our old cruise buddies,Charles
and Tom really put the icing on the cake! Special and huge Kudos to our
TAs, Susette and Kelly! You done good!


If anyone has any questions about the Ship or Ports do not hesitate to
ask...
Now to the planning of next year.....

Jean YOU will forever be a friend and am glad I finally met you and
yes you and Ermalee remind me of sisters...She just is more feisty!
hahahahaha I did not see you pinching mens butts hahahahaha



Susette, RIGHT back at you! I am SO glad to finally meet you! You are very
sweet and more fun than a barrel of monkeys!
Right Erm? Yes, Ermalee is my feisty sister....Momma always did like me
best because I didn't get in as much trouble even when I tried! LOL!




TOM K IT was nice to see you are finally liking RCCL! and when you
say the food was better that speaks Volumes



I would swear that Tom is RCCL's spokesman!!! I still think Carnival's food
is better and Tom and Charles, you MUST go on HAL....There are FEWER older
people on HAL than were on the Liberty...We're not talking about ship
sizes...bit ratio here!!! ;-P


Charles YOU are the best dancer do you know that??? Your debonaire and
never not agree to do things


Even though Charles gives me a hard time and never tells me the truth, he
did was pretty good out there on the dance floor, I have to admit! And
thanks to him and Tom, we got to see the best ice show ever... in front row
seats yet! The skaters came right up face to face to us many times...What a
show!!..Ed and I both agree it was the best show we have ever seen on any of
our cruises!


THANKS TO ALL
Susie


Thanks to you and I MISS you all!
Booo-hoo! ;-(

--Jean


Group cruises are the greatest. I have been on a dozen or so and really
think they are the best! In January, I will be on the 10th Great Group
Cruise with George Leppla. He does a bang-up job!
BUT in 2009, if the good Lord's willing and the creeks don't rise,
you'll find me with the Vikings, wherever they may sail. I have missed
too many of these. If there's that kind of fun out there, I want my
share. LOL

And BTW Jean, mom liked you best because you were prettier, not because
you were nicer. You were just as rotten as the rest of us. silly grin.

Ermalee ---happy that the Vikings had a fantastic time on their cruise

Welcome home Jean, glad you enjoyed the Vikings. I keep saying I want to
do a Viking Cruise, but reading what you all say, I must move it up
higher on my list of "must do's".

sue

Jean O'Boyle wrote:
ANSWERED INLINE!

"Susette" wrote in message
...
Well here we are in the Ft Lauderdale airport just having ended
another viking Group cruise. The highlight was being able to meet
Jean and Ed O'Boyle, What lovely lovely people they are, Sweet as
could be and a beautiful woman inside and out. I certainly hope they
will join us again. and the Photo Game you suggested was great!

Snipped

What a BLAST!!! Susie, you are much too kind and and it was wonderful
meeting and being with you! You made us laugh so much...no wonder your
Viking Groups are such a success! I tell you, if anyone is around you for a
few minutes without laughing ...they are DEAD!!! Your Bob is a gem...even
though you could get his picture ONLY when he was unaware, but you two are
one special couple! I'm glad y'all enjoyed the photo game and we certainly
WILL join you again if the date is right for us. The Liberty is one gorgeous
and humongous ship!


We had Vikings in the Belly FLop and one came in 3rd the winner was
built just like a Manatee he could not jump; to belly Flop he just
fell in unreal.... My SO was in it and wore a Santa Hat and some other
fun wear hahahahahha, Charles did not do the Belly FLop this time.
LOL ( stop laughing Tom) We also played the Quest game which is one
of the funniest games to play amazing what people will do and Yes Tom
took of his pants to help the group.. But what happens on the ship
stays on the ship! LOL


We missed the Belly Flop...DARN! But I did really enjoy the Quest game...Tom
was next to me and what a shock to see him do his strip tease act...Thank
heavens he had a pair of shorts (no, not underwear) under those pants. And
Susie was pretty swift herself....THESE people are veterans and come well
prepared to take it off with out removing their outer garments! For a split
second, I did learn who wears boxers or briefs!!! What a TV ad that would
have made! Pretty Leslie and good sport, Bob, did a spectacular job as
runners! They should have gotten first place for SURE! Bob, you look so
cute with lipstick! That pucker of yours on the ship's video will definitely
get you a Hollywood contract...so watch for a call any day! It was really
fun and the very first Quest I had gone to in my 39 cruises...being with
such a bunch of fun loving bunch made it hilarious.




We went through TS OLGA and this
had some HIGH WINDS and HIGH SEAS but this ship drove like a
Cadillac.... not a problem... But landing a helicopter was a
challenge.

I understand we had 140 ft. waves but the captain did a great job handling
the gorgeous Liberty and tried to avoid the worst of the storm whenever
possible. I loved the movement and really commend the captain very highly
for the way he sped back towards San Juan to meet the US Coast Guard
helicopter for that medical emergency...and we still were able to get back
to a wonderful day at Labadee.. Kudos not only to the captain but to the
outstanding service of the US Coast Guard and the crew! They were great!


We went to San Juan and we arrived at 3pm kinda Odd to go in late like
that but I hear it is a Refueling stop. We went shopping and to a bar
we have gone to for many years it is a local one called Cafe Guarinex
AKA as the fire eatter Bar, we had a drink sang some songs and played
some instruments.. They have nice new furniture in there hahahaha
Then onto the Parrot Club, I never been there before but wanted to
see it and 9 of us went in and had some Nuevo Cuisine Puerto Rican
food and drinks that was very good.
Then BAck to the ship and shopping on the way there was alot of
Kiosks/Tents with local items that was very nice... then back on the
ship...


The fire eater was in Pennsylvania, so we were disappointed, but there was
an old man there playing on some sort of instrument and Tom and Charles and
a few others got ahold of it and had the some of our bunch dancing. San Juan
was lovely decorated for Christmas. Some us indulged in some chocolate in a
chocolatier's shop...deeelicious! Then on for some fun at the Parrot's
Club...



next Stop was Labadee WOW they constantly are making it better and
better there, THE Ziipline was unreal! and it was just as always a
great beach day. GOod Island.


I agree, Labadee had come a long way from when we visited it many years ago.
The beach was lovely with lots of shade trees and palms to place your
lounges under...Even got a light tan...but speaking of tans..Leslie got a
very even and beautiful one. What pretty lady that one is...a beautiful
smile and so much fun....she must have a time fighting off the men! I
enjoyed our talks and time together.

This was not done for the Itinerary since I think its pretty weak but
the Sea Days are great alot of things to do. The Viking Group is such
a great group laid back and fun loving and we enjoy our yearly jaunts
together, that is the real Highlight...
from the Santa Claus in the dining room on the last night and to the
Snow man and Sleigh ride G string to the fun party in Ed and Kellys
room It was wonderful.

THAT you will get to see with photos as back up! The Viking hats, the Mickey
Mouse hats and the Christmas reindeer and Santa hats...The waiters got quite
a charge and even would wear the hats themselves! Even our head waiter!
Kerry and Susie know how to liven up a party....they even had a cute white
bear with a Menorrah on his chest who would light another candle each day
when you pressed his paw!
They also had Christmas trees, angels and candy canes on the table! Speaking
of Kerry, she is so perky and the cutest T/A you could imagine...She is SO
short, I had to look way down to find her!! HA!!! Not quite that bad but
she is short! Dale, her hubby is such a cutup!You'd NEVER think he was in
the banking busisness! There were so many very nice people in this group
that we had the pleasure meeting and befriending; Letty and Len, a very
special and sweet couple, Andrea & Glenn, brother and sister who were a hoot
to be around and such very nice people, Kelli and Ed who so graciously
allowed us to party in their suite, Anna and Bernie, whom we did not get
enough time to really get to know but were very likeable along with Bruce
and Lainie, and I'm sorry as I know I must be missing somebody....but y'all
are one grand bunch...Of course being with our old cruise buddies,Charles
and Tom really put the icing on the cake! Special and huge Kudos to our
TAs, Susette and Kelly! You done good!

If anyone has any questions about the Ship or Ports do not hesitate to
ask...
Now to the planning of next year.....

Jean YOU will forever be a friend and am glad I finally met you and
yes you and Ermalee remind me of sisters...She just is more feisty!
hahahahaha I did not see you pinching mens butts hahahahaha


Susette, RIGHT back at you! I am SO glad to finally meet you! You are very
sweet and more fun than a barrel of monkeys!
Right Erm? Yes, Ermalee is my feisty sister....Momma always did like me
best because I didn't get in as much trouble even when I tried! LOL!



TOM K IT was nice to see you are finally liking RCCL! and when you
say the food was better that speaks Volumes


I would swear that Tom is RCCL's spokesman!!! I still think Carnival's food
is better and Tom and Charles, you MUST go on HAL....There are FEWER older
people on HAL than were on the Liberty...We're not talking about ship
sizes...bit ratio here!!! ;-P

Charles YOU are the best dancer do you know that??? Your debonaire and
never not agree to do things

Even though Charles gives me a hard time and never tells me the truth, he
did was pretty good out there on the dance floor, I have to admit! And
thanks to him and Tom, we got to see the best ice show ever... in front row
seats yet! The skaters came right up face to face to us many times...What a
show!!..Ed and I both agree it was the best show we have ever seen on any of
our cruises!

THANKS TO ALL
Susie

Thanks to you and I MISS you all!
Booo-hoo! ;-(

--Jean

kerry ambler wrote:
as soon as everyone gets their photo albums to me, they will be up on our
website. it will probably take about two weeks (at least) to be complete.

Kerry, please let us know when all the pictures are up!!

sue

"Charles" wrote in message
d...
Just to add one thing now, debarkation from the ship was the earliest I
have had and I was not in the first group off the ship. Went to
breakfast after my color was called at 7:00 am! The American Airlines
gates at the Miami airport were the worst I have ever seen. Long lines
and no information. A zoo. On the plus side got on the standby list I
was able to move up to the 11:15 flight. Walked in my door here at 3:00
pm instead of leaving Miami at 2:30.


We had our color tag changed to light blue and were called around 8:00 but
we had gone to the Sphinx Lounge where they had a waiting areas with a
continental breakfast for platinum and diamond members and we waited until
9:30 and after figuring you had left or were leaving later, we went out and
took a cab. He charged us a flat $24. Too bad...we were only going to have
you pay the tip..:-) But I see you lucked out in another way by getting
home much earlier...

Of course, the Miami Airport is a Zoo! Why do you think they have that
tall giraffe in the waiting room...I have proof..it is the last photo I
took!

--Jean

Jean O'Boyle wrote:

Thanks, it is good to be back..You HAVE to make a Viking cruise one day,
Sue! What a fantastic time!

I would really like to make the next one, I believe Sue said it will be
on the Celerity Solstice and that is a ship we have on our must do list.
Normally a Jan. cruise would be no problem for us, but we are going on
the Sleazy in late Oct/early Nov. and Kevin's boss might have a problem
with 2 vacation weeks so close together. Can't wait for Kevin to retire.lol

sue

sheree wrote:
mike and I are so prim and proper!!

Sure, just as prim and proper as me and Kevin......ROTFL!!!!!!

sue

Sue and Kevin Mullen wrote:
Welcome home Jean, glad you enjoyed the Vikings. I keep saying I want to
do a Viking Cruise, but reading what you all say, I must move it up
higher on my list of "must do's".

sue


Me too, Sue.

Ermalee ---missed too many of the Viking cruises

Sue and Kevin Mullen wrote:



kerry ambler wrote:

as soon as everyone gets their photo albums to me, they will be up on
our website. it will probably take about two weeks (at least) to be
complete.


Kerry, please let us know when all the pictures are up!!

sue

Amen to that, and also details on the next one when a decicion has been
made. Right Sue?

Ermalee