Health
Eyelid surgery recovery
I had the stitches from my eyelid surgery removed yesterday. The scars continue to heal, but this minor ordeal is pretty much over. My sister was alarmed by my day-of-surgery photo so I feel compelled to post this updated photo, to show her that I am recovering.
Eyelid surgery
Marlene had eyelid surgery earlier this year and was very happy with the results. She recommended it to me and I had to admit to myself that my eyelids were drooping. Apparently the doctors agreed and the insurance company said they would pay for it, so yesterday, just to finish the year with a bang, … Continue reading
Cellulitis
Marlene’s “double whammy” health issues on the NCL3 cruise – flu-like symptoms and a swollen and discolored leg – has been diagnosed as a single problem – cellulitis, probably from a scratch she got while giving her dog a haircut before the cruise. She is on antibiotics now and the flu-like symptoms that subsided before … Continue reading
NCL3 Day 5: Falmouth, Jamaica
Yes, Marlene is still sick. Her fever comes and goes but she is generally lethargic and has no appetite. I had breakfast alone and brought some fruit to her in the cabin. I spent some time blogging then we ventured forth into the port area of Falmouth – a place neither of us had ever … Continue reading
NCL3 Day 4: At sea
Another day at sea. Another day with Marlene sick. And her leg is getting worse. We did have breakfast together and went to the casino for a bit. Good decision for Marlene – she won a major (about $950) and is up over $500. I broke even. We played some rummy and Marlene won the … Continue reading
NCL3 Day 3: Harvest Caye, Belize
Both Marlene and I thought we had been here before but we were both wrong. We have been to Belize but never to Harvest Caye which is a port area with a beach and a small zoo, strictly for use by cruise passengers. It is quite nice as these port areas go. I had breakfast … Continue reading
ATW-3 Day 6: Ponta Delgada,Azores
We were treated to an amazing rainbow upon rising. I have never seen such a complete rainbow. And in mostly sunny skies! We had breakfast with Regina again and again she accompanied us into town – Ponta Delgada in this case. The objective was to find some souvenirs and gifts on this, our last port … Continue reading
ATW-2 Day 22: Venice, Italy
Well, I finally made it to Venice. I think Jett would be happy for me – our plans to visit Venice at the end of TC1 in 2018 had to be aborted due to Jett’s health. Since then it has been near the top of my bucket list. I was very much looking forward to … Continue reading
Fort Myers Seafood Festival 2025
The Fort Myers Seafood Festival is an annual event. We went last year and went Saturday afternoon this year (it is a 3-day festival). The food is great, but overpriced. The music is terrific and free. We go for the music. Two of our favorite groups – Memphis Lightning and Deb and the Dynamics – … Continue reading
Back to the gym
I have, in the 18 days since I returned from the 10-week TN8/TS8 road trip, shed all of the 7 pounds that I gained. But I am not in shape, softball season is approaching and pickleball beckons… So time to get back to the gym. I started today with a 1.5-mile brisk walk but hope … Continue reading