There we were, Jill and I happily sitting in my cabin and working on our respective cross-stitches when a knock came at the door. Answering, it was a nice young man from room service who dropped off a tray with three sets of what looked like entrees, two sets of silverware, smiled and beat feet out the door before I could say a word or tip him.
???? I mean, we had been talking about going up to the Park Cafe for maybe soup or salad. I had pretty much just had fruit for breakfast so lunch definitely was in order. Admittedly, I had chatted with the Sous-chef the other day about mostly ordering from room service and inquiring about the availability of Indian since it isn’t on the normal menu (much less anything other than sweet potato fries and deserts being of vegetarian persuasion. )
Apparently my absence had been noted and both she and a couple of other staffers were worried I wasn’t eating properly. So here I had a lovely coconut milk based curry with pressed cheese, popadoms, nan, dahl, three condiments as sides, rice. Thank goodness Jill was around to help me eat since it was enough food for many. So much in fact that I called room service around 1700 to reassure them that I wouldn’t need supper. Obviously the cabin number shows up on the system – the manager on that name answers the phone with “what can we get you Miss Holly!”
From here on in, I am just going to be sensible. If I don’t put in an order they will bring me food and probably too much. So I will enjoy the nice upgraded cabin for the rest of the cruise, room service for 1-2 meals a day and all the lattes I can drink in the lounge.
Cross stitch
this has become
this
and is the project I just started. Tried working on black and gave it up as stupid, switching to navy as a better option…
Beautiful cross stitch. Glad to here they are taking proper care of you!
and amazing service it should be, after all the business you are giving them;)
Continue relaxing and enjoying;)
I wish I could see the cross stitch with a frame for reference. It’s very captivating in the photos. Sounds like terrific service on that ship! I enjoyed the kids’ birthday pics.
the one pic is of the original picture, the second is the cross stitch as it is designed. I think it is going to be a looononnggg time before I will be able to show off the completed version..
That cross stitch is stunning!
at least I am planning on it – one full page down and 7 to go…..
Wow. Yum. Sounds wonderful, and your cross stitch is gorgeous.
planned cross stitch. The program does a lovely job of charting and provides a nice “what it will look like stitched” view
Pretty nice. I gather you’re back on a veggie diet.
that is the plan anyway…. certainly safer
That cross stitch looks amazing. Makes me wanting to do a similar one,
Hope you have a good time at sea.
The food story is wonderful. The cross stitch photos are stunning. Wow.
The clock pattern is beautiful. I think that’s going to be one of your masterpieces.
WOW! What Cruise Line is THIS? That’s insane!
Also, I can’t wait to see the clock done!
Royal. I have cruised with them enough. OTOH, I have seen them accommodate just about anyone who is not totally insane and is willing to explain what they need. They have a special diet area which never, ever has nuts, gluten or seafood….
I’m also nice. I think it helps to repeatedly thank people for their effort.