Cruise Update

Hello Ladies - I promised to let you know how the cruise went, well it was fantastic! I would definitely go on another one in a heart beat. In fact we are looking at the Baltic for our next adventure, but I have to get my next 3 monthly check up out of the way before we commit. I am sorry to hear that some of you are very poorly at the moment, here's hoping you are improving daily. Sincerest good wishes to you all. Lyn xx

[Birdsong222]

Hello Lyn glad you had such a wonderful time. I guess your worries about being sea sick were unfounded. I have never been on a cruise as we are both not good on ferries, but do fancy trying one in Norway for the scenery. Good luck with your check up and get ready to book that next cruise asap. Sylvia x

[Hidden in reply to Birdsong222]

Hello Sylvia -Thank you, I am nervous re the checkup all ready, it was nice to forget about cancer for a week. No, it was only gale force 3 which apparently is very calm - thank goodness, but we heard lots of stories from seasoned cruisers who spoke of gale force 10 up the bay of Biscay! I think ferries can be worse as they don't have the stabilisers that cruise ships have. Very bad storms are few and far between, and apparantly the on board doctor gives you an injection that stops it almost immediately, I would say go for it! My husband also wants to do the Fjords, it is said the views are stunning so that is on our list of cruises to do.

[ZenaJ]

So pleased you had a great time Lyn. On the way up yeah. xx

[Hidden in reply to ZenaJ]

Thank you Zena I aspire to be just like you! xx

[ZenaJ in reply to Hidden]

You're so kind Lyn. I'm nothing special but I've heard lots of the lovely ladies that are. xx

[Shortie38]

Hi lyn glad you enjoyed your cruise,i did the med last year first one on brittania.fab time,just been around the fjords ,weather not good but it was lovely,get bookingx

[Hidden in reply to Shortie38]

Rotten luck with the weather, but I am sure it was still a lovely experience. xx

[gmc920]

Hi Lyn, glad to hear you had such a nice cruise! Best wishes for a good check-up and then on to your next adventure!

xx Gina

[Hidden in reply to gmc920]

Thank you, trying to remain positive and upbeat but you all know what its like coming up to a check up you just can't help but worry, every twinge is a recurrence in your mind. Oh well what will be will be. Will try to stay busy. xx

[Grace-53]

Great to hear you enjoyed it. It is so realxing and trouble free way of holidaying.

One question - did you have a travel insurance and if so, did it cover you for anything cancer related? I live in Australia and can’t find that type of cover.

Cheers

Grace

[Hidden in reply to Grace-53]

Thank you Grace it was mega relaxing, just what the doctor ordered.

We used World Travel and yes it covered my cancer, I am NED at the moment and not on any treatment. The questions were comprehensive at least 100, regarding diagnosis, treatment and current status. We paid £106 for full cover for 7 days. Here is the link to the website world-first.co.uk Good luck. xx

[Grace-53 in reply to Hidden]

Thanks Lyn.

Grace

[AusTig in reply to Grace-53]

I am also in Australia and cannot find any cover for cancer related issues.

[Petrolhead]

Glad you enjoyed it. Fjords are on my list to do. I always like to have a holiday in hand booked so I have something to look forward to.

Best wishes

Fay

[Hidden in reply to Petrolhead]

I couldn't agree more, being on holiday really helps me relax, and that can only be a good thing. xx

[grammeejill]

Cruises are such a nice getaway and I am so glad you had a wonderful time. It's 100 degrees here this weekend but I took my grandsons to the beach and dreamt of iceberg views instead of sandy mirages. I've only been on 2 cruises to the Caribbean but next, I swear, will be Alaska. Try not to be too anxious for your checkup. Of course that's impossible but everything will be fine!

[Hidden in reply to grammeejill]

Thank you Grammeejill - If you want colder weather, you should come to England! ha ha

Take Care xx

[grammeejill in reply to Hidden]

It's on my bucket list, Lyn! With a last name of Lancaster it's practically demanded I go and claim my rightful ownership to Lancaster castle! 😁 and with McAuley as my mother's maiden name, I might as well take a side jaunt to the Emerald Isle! Your country is lovely.

[Manchesterlady]

Good luck with your check up 🤞🤞. So pleased that you enjoyed your holiday. I’m plucking up courage to go to Majorca xxx

[Hidden in reply to Manchesterlady]

Thank you! - I love Majorca, go for it! xx

[Neona]

Yes a cruise is a brilliant way to travel and so relaxing. In fact we were so comfy in our cabin that we didn’t really want to be bothered to go ashore. Enjoy the next one!

[Hidden in reply to Neona]

Some passengers didn't go ashore, some had been before, some like you were happy on board, you can tailor the experience to your exact liking, for me it was the moving to a new destination without no effort what so ever, if we liked the sound of the port, we got off to explore, and just went back at our leisure. Brilliant!

[Cropcrop]

Hi Lyn, I’m so pleased you had such a good time and are busy researching your next holiday. Good luck with your 3 month appointment, let us know how you get on. ❤️Xx Jane

[Hidden in reply to Cropcrop]

Thank you Jane, it was wonderful feeling "normal" for a week, my hair has grown back so I had a pixie cut, no odd looks from people or the sympathy sigh which I hate. xx

[Maxjor]

That is such great news and ready to book the next makes it even better! I have a vacation planned in late June while I am currently relapsing with no plan! (Will know that plan by week of June 3). It's still so nice to look forward to--and to go! So glad you enjoyed. oxox Judy

[Hidden]

Thank you Judy. Good luck with your trials, I hope they find the perfect plan for you. Enjoy your Vacation. Lyn xx

[tara108]

Hi Lyn. Good for you. Holidays are the way to go when we can. I am always planning the next trip, though in Australia I can't get any insurance that's cancer related. But I go anyway after weighing up my health and potential risks. Glad you had such a good time.

Big hugs

[Hidden in reply to tara108]

Thank you. I hope you enjoy your next holiday as much as I did. It really made me feel like my old self.......if only for a little while. xx

[AusTig]

So glad you enjoyed your cruise. They are certainly a great way to travel and relax. I hope your check up is all good news and you can set off on your next holiday.

[Hidden in reply to AusTig]

Thank you, the dreaded CTscan today and CA125 blood. Should get the blood test results tomorrow so at least I will be able to gauge what I am up against. Hopefully stable. xx

[Irisisme]

Hi Lyn,

It’s great to hear that you are getting so much out of life. I believe in making plans for the future: sometimes they work out, and sometimes they don’t! I’d never stop planning, even if I lose my deposits sometimes.

Good for you! Here’s hoping the next one is as much fun 😃

Iris x

[Hidden in reply to Irisisme]

Thank you Iris - After I finished my chemo a dear friend who had a massive heart attack at 47 and then another shortly after said to me...........don't waste your life waiting for a recurrence get on with it, which is what he did! He is on cruise nos. 33. I doubt I will be able to match his amount of cruises but I am going to have a b****y good go!! Tally Ho!!