Cruising the East Coast
Aubrey & I are taking a cruise to Nova Scotia21 total reviews
Comment from mtngalofnc
Hi Jan,
It sure sounds as though you have had your hands full and I hope this vacation gives you a bit of reprieve. Your story is very well written and flows nicely and with a clear meaning. Thank you for sharing and God bless and best wishes!
mtngalofnc
reply by the author on 23-Jun-2008
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Hi Jan,
It sure sounds as though you have had your hands full and I hope this vacation gives you a bit of reprieve. Your story is very well written and flows nicely and with a clear meaning. Thank you for sharing and God bless and best wishes!
mtngalofnc
Comment Written 23-Jun-2008
reply by the author on 23-Jun-2008
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mtngalofnc, the cruise was wonderful. I got stunning sunset and sunrise pictures as well as others, too. love, jan
Comment from POLLYANNE
First off I just love the painting used to open your story.
The first paragraph told me this was going to be a truthful account, and I quite expected a light hearted story.
However, the following paragraphs took me to a visionary hell. To me these paragraphs were fast paced, and somewhat manic.
I am astonished and find it hard to believe all these things are going on in your life.
Indeed the red headed boy from second grade needs to get you away from your life, and if I were you, I?d keep going. Pollyanne
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reply by the author on 23-Jun-2008
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First off I just love the painting used to open your story.
The first paragraph told me this was going to be a truthful account, and I quite expected a light hearted story.
However, the following paragraphs took me to a visionary hell. To me these paragraphs were fast paced, and somewhat manic.
I am astonished and find it hard to believe all these things are going on in your life.
Indeed the red headed boy from second grade needs to get you away from your life, and if I were you, I?d keep going. Pollyanne
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The highest and the lowest rating are not included in calculations.
Comment Written 16-Jun-2008
reply by the author on 23-Jun-2008
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Unfortunately, POLLYANNE, all those things have been, and to some extent, are going on in my life. I could add a couple of things, too, but they are the highlights. My red-headed boy and I had a great trip during which we both decompressed and just enjoyed life. I took stunning sunrise and sunset pictures over the ocean from the balcony of our stateroom which I hope to be able to share with fanstorians as part of my writings. Above all, God is good all the time no matter what is happening in my life. Thanks for reviewing.
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You are very welcome. Pollyanne
Comment from GCMaxwell
Jan: Congrads on becoming a grandparent. I pray that God grants you and your family calmer seas on the cruise and in the coming months and years.
I hope to hear from you soon. Will you favor us with a bit of a travel log? (I am casting about for 2nd honeymoon ideas.)
George
P.S. What misguided motivation led your church to nominate a pedophile for father of the year? I do not understand that one. The guy should be locked up in a deep dark, dank cell for what little of his life remains to him. ( Did the prosecutor elect not to bring charges in light of pedophile's impending demise?)
reply by the author on 23-Jun-2008
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Jan: Congrads on becoming a grandparent. I pray that God grants you and your family calmer seas on the cruise and in the coming months and years.
I hope to hear from you soon. Will you favor us with a bit of a travel log? (I am casting about for 2nd honeymoon ideas.)
George
P.S. What misguided motivation led your church to nominate a pedophile for father of the year? I do not understand that one. The guy should be locked up in a deep dark, dank cell for what little of his life remains to him. ( Did the prosecutor elect not to bring charges in light of pedophile's impending demise?)
Comment Written 16-Jun-2008
reply by the author on 23-Jun-2008
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It was not known the man was a pedophile. It is not public knowledge. His granddaughter notified me when she learned he had been selected and asked me to intercede on the family's behalf. There's never been any charges pressed. I am going to write about my trip for the Travel Contest. The seas were fantastic for the cruise. I took almost 200 pictures. It was great. Thanks for the review. Love, Jan
Comment from luna
Jan,
Thanks for letting us in, and for letting us know that you'll be taking a well deserved break. I've found that's the best thing to do when I'm going to be gone for an extended period. I've learned that the hard way, as you know. I've worried my share of the good people on FanStory; I now let you all know when I'm going to be away. This was a good read and you certainly deserve the vacation. Enjoy and we'll be here when you return. Your review box and your inbox will be all clogged up; don't worry about it, though. Just catch up a little at a time. Bye, my friend! Have a safe and happy trip!
Love,
Jenny *smile*
reply by the author on 23-Jun-2008
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Jan,
Thanks for letting us in, and for letting us know that you'll be taking a well deserved break. I've found that's the best thing to do when I'm going to be gone for an extended period. I've learned that the hard way, as you know. I've worried my share of the good people on FanStory; I now let you all know when I'm going to be away. This was a good read and you certainly deserve the vacation. Enjoy and we'll be here when you return. Your review box and your inbox will be all clogged up; don't worry about it, though. Just catch up a little at a time. Bye, my friend! Have a safe and happy trip!
Love,
Jenny *smile*
Comment Written 15-Jun-2008
reply by the author on 23-Jun-2008
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Thanks, Luna. I'm still trying to catch up. We had a great trip. Took some great sunrise and sunset pictures -- even a couple of moon shots. Love, jan
Comment from carolm5415
This is an excellent story. I am so sorry for all your misfortune, but as you say, God works in mysterious ways. Have a wonderful time on your cruise to Nova Scotia. It is truly "God's Country". My roots are there.
reply by the author on 23-Jun-2008
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This is an excellent story. I am so sorry for all your misfortune, but as you say, God works in mysterious ways. Have a wonderful time on your cruise to Nova Scotia. It is truly "God's Country". My roots are there.
Comment Written 14-Jun-2008
reply by the author on 23-Jun-2008
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carolm5415, Peggy's Cove is one of the most beautiful places I've ever seen. I took wonderful pictures while there. Was lucky enough to be awakened early the morning we docked there and got marvelous pictures of the sunrise over the water, then got sunset pictures as we were leaving. Simply magnificent. God's Country, indeed.
Comment from Rajasir
A very professional and well balanced work.What I read here tells me that the pen is in a hand guided by a very thoughtful,mature and experienced mind.
Bless you,
Rajasir
reply by the author on 23-Jun-2008
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A very professional and well balanced work.What I read here tells me that the pen is in a hand guided by a very thoughtful,mature and experienced mind.
Bless you,
Rajasir
Comment Written 13-Jun-2008
reply by the author on 23-Jun-2008
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Bless you, Rajasir. Thank you for your kind words. The trip was great and I have wonderful pictures to share if I can just figure out how to get them structured for fanstory requirements. Love, Jan
Comment from EllenV
I don't know if you will be checking the internet and fanstory on your cruise, so if not, I hope you had a fabulous time with your red-headed "boy". This vacation was much needed and much deserved by the two of you. It seems like challenges come in clumps. Life seems to be going smoothly and well and then bam, bam, bam, we are hit with disappointment and tragedy from all sides. Without God, we would never make it.
Blessings,
ellen
reply by the author on 23-Jun-2008
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I don't know if you will be checking the internet and fanstory on your cruise, so if not, I hope you had a fabulous time with your red-headed "boy". This vacation was much needed and much deserved by the two of you. It seems like challenges come in clumps. Life seems to be going smoothly and well and then bam, bam, bam, we are hit with disappointment and tragedy from all sides. Without God, we would never make it.
Blessings,
ellen
Comment Written 13-Jun-2008
reply by the author on 23-Jun-2008
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You're right, EllenV, without God, I am nothing. The red-headed boy and I had a grand time together. It was good for us individually and as a couple. Thanks. love, jan
Comment from ThyLordDracula
Well done- you deserve this trip- what a 6 months you have had- good luck with the new grandbaby when he or she arrives- enjoy your trip- ^V^
reply by the author on 23-Jun-2008
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Well done- you deserve this trip- what a 6 months you have had- good luck with the new grandbaby when he or she arrives- enjoy your trip- ^V^
Comment Written 13-Jun-2008
reply by the author on 23-Jun-2008
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^V^, we had an amazing trip and have fantastic pictures to share if I can just figure out how to make them interface with fanstory's standards. Thanks for your kind review. love, jan
Comment from davidray
An absolutelky breath-taking and personal story, Jan, that will stir the coldest and cruelest of hearts.I had been wondering why I hadn't heard from you since I returned a couple weeks ago.I am so sorry for the tragedy that has embraced your life nd those round you.The Lord does work in mysterious ways, doesn't He?
Just wanted to tell you about one little nit for your picture-perfect story:
-Fortunately, this was one battle Satan was not going to win on my watch (you need a period here)
Thanks for sharing. Enjoy the East coast of Canada. It is beautiful there.
Always,
David
reply by the author on 23-Jun-2008
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An absolutelky breath-taking and personal story, Jan, that will stir the coldest and cruelest of hearts.I had been wondering why I hadn't heard from you since I returned a couple weeks ago.I am so sorry for the tragedy that has embraced your life nd those round you.The Lord does work in mysterious ways, doesn't He?
Just wanted to tell you about one little nit for your picture-perfect story:
-Fortunately, this was one battle Satan was not going to win on my watch (you need a period here)
Thanks for sharing. Enjoy the East coast of Canada. It is beautiful there.
Always,
David
Comment Written 13-Jun-2008
reply by the author on 23-Jun-2008
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you are right, David. The east coast of Canada and the U.S. is stunning -- especially the sunrises and sunsets. I have such beautiful pictures from the balcony of our stateroom and from the main deck of the ship. Can't wait to share them if I can ever figure out how to get the resolution right for fanstory standards. I'll begin reviewing your work again soon. So glad you're back with us. love, jan
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My goodness, Jan, it is good to hear from you again. I'm so glad you had such a terrific time on the eastern seaboard of Canada and the US. I'll have to give you my email address so that I can see the terrific pictures.
Hope your second honeymoon was a glorious one.
Thanks again.
Love,
David
Comment from Showboat
Oh Jan,
What a terrible time you've been through. My prayers are with you and I hope that your cruise will refresh and rejuvenate your spirit.
God bless you and thanks for sharing,
Gayle
reply by the author on 23-Jun-2008
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Oh Jan,
What a terrible time you've been through. My prayers are with you and I hope that your cruise will refresh and rejuvenate your spirit.
God bless you and thanks for sharing,
Gayle
Comment Written 13-Jun-2008
reply by the author on 23-Jun-2008
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Gayle, it was a great trip. We got home Saturday just in time to pick up my pups from the vet. They were so excited to see us. Thanks for your prayers. We are both better, individually and as a couple, after this trip. Love, Jan (By the way, never got the PM you spoke of in one of your reviews)
