I’m getting excited!

@AmbiePam (101583)

United States

August 13, 2025 10:00am CST

My cruise to Maine and Canada is coming up, and I’m getting excited. You might remember due to my back injury and health problems I can’t go far. I’ve been to 33 states, Mexico several times, Australia, and New Zealand. The majority of those trips were before my accident. I’ll also be real; I want to get away from my problems for awhile, as we all do sometimes. So we’re going to Maine, New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island, and Nova Scotia. I’m most excited about Maine and Prince Edward Island (thank you Anne of Green Gables). We’re just going to explore Maine on our own, but have excursions planned for all three Canadian ports. I also took a peek at the menu for every night in the dining room. I’m already wishing my appetite wasn’t so small lately.

Amyra is my cabin mate so that will be enjoyable as well. A lot of you are not cruise people and have made that clear. But if you were, what would you like best? I’m also looking forward to the onboard entertainment. Wish I could afford the spa! P. S. The ducks you got me, girl, will be so fun to hide!

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@LadyDuck (481617)

• Italy

13 Aug

I am so glad you are going to this cruise and you will have fun with Amyra. Sorry but I am not a cruise girl, what I liked more was the food.

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@AmbiePam (101583)

• United States

23h

@LadyDuck Maybe I should just eat one!

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@AmbiePam (101583)

• United States

13 Aug

The food is so good! Did you ever try escargot? I’m thinking of giving it a try. The buffet also has an Italian day/night, which made me think of you. I’ll definitely be planning that for lunch.

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@LadyDuck (481617)

• Italy

13 Aug

@AmbiePam Yes, I tried escargots in France, the taste is delicious but they were so hard to digest.

I hope they will serve real good Italian good that you can enjoy.

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@snowy22315 (194480)

• United States

13 Aug

On your trip, probably Nova Scotia as it would be fascinating to see the Titanic graveyard. I hope that is a side trip option.

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@AmbiePam (101583)

• United States

13 Aug

It’s not an excursion, but if it is close by, or semi close by we could find it. We just don’t want to be left behind by the ship. Excursions from the cruise line ensures no one gets left behind. The port is Sydney, Nova Scotia.

@AmbiePam (101583)

• United States

13 Aug

@AmbiePam Darn, I think it is 4 hours away.

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@snowy22315 (194480)

• United States

22h

@AmbiePam I guess they would.t go there for a side trip unless you were parked there all day or something

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@Juliaacv (54317)

• Canada

16h

You will have a wonderful trip, for so many reason. You will have a nice break from the heat and humidity, you will enjoy time with your family and Amyra, the excitement of the change of scenery, the flavours of the foods that you will be exposed to as well as the culture at your stops. It sounds so rich. We want to visit the east coast in a couple of years, I hope that you are able to sample the local seafood, they claim it delicious.

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@AmbiePam (101583)

• United States

16h

I sure will try! I am just so excited to see Canada. I’ve always wanted to, but didn’t think I’d ever get to.

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@AmbiePam (101583)

• United States

16h

@Juliaacv I bet I will. And I’m ready to apologize for our government if need be.

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@Juliaacv (54317)

• Canada

16h

@AmbiePam The east coasters, especially those from Newfoundland, are supposed to be very very welcoming. I hope that you experience that.

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@DaddyEvil (156432)

• United States

17h

On the trips Pretty and I used to take, I enjoyed the food most of all but, spending time with her was always fun, too. I hope you have a good time with your family.

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@AmbiePam (101583)

• United States

17h

Thank you!

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@DaddyEvil (156432)

• United States

17h

@AmbiePam You're very welcome.

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@Traceyjayne (4329)

• United Kingdom

17h

Oh how exciting. I do hope that you all enjoy the cruise. I have never been on one but I would enjoy the food, entertainment and seeing different places along the way,

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@AmbiePam (101583)

• United States

17h

I hope you get to go someday. I bet you’d enjoy it so much. Do you have somewhere you’d like to visit?

@Traceyjayne (4329)

• United Kingdom

17h

@AmbiePam oh my goodness there are so many places I would like to visit. Maybe when I ….finally ….retire !

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@thislittlepennyearns (65720)

• Defuniak Springs, Florida

22h

When do you leave on your cruise?

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@AmbiePam (101583)

• United States

22h

September 19th, I believe.

@thislittlepennyearns (65720)

• Defuniak Springs, Florida

22h

@AmbiePam Oh yay! That is coming up soon! I can't wait to see pictures.

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@GardenGerty (165343)

• United States

3h

I have never taken a cruise but this sounds right up my alley. Good food, good company and good times.Why is your appetite so small. I have noticed on @LindaO's posts you do not eat much.

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@AmbiePam (101583)

• United States

3h

Maybe it’s because they had me on steroids for awhile and then when I was off them it kind of reversed. I’m definitely grateful for it though.

@allknowing (151565)

• India

15h

I can understand your excitement. I have been on one - the Carribeans and every day was loaded with fun

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@AmbiePam (101583)

• United States

15h

I wish more people would give them a chance.

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@Tampa_girl7 (53145)

• United States

13 Aug

I feel your excitement. My husband and I have always wanted to go on a cruise.

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@AmbiePam (101583)

• United States

13 Aug

I hope you can someday!

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@Tampa_girl7 (53145)

• United States

23h

@AmbiePam I hope sobtoo. We have had day trips on boats that were nice.

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@wolfgirl569 (120749)

• Marion, Ohio

17h

Hope you have a great time.

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Vicki, #1 Creek Girl

@1creekgirl (44010)

• United States

13 Aug

I'm really excited for you, Amber. I pray your trip is even more enjoyable than you hope!

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@AmbiePam (101583)

• United States

13 Aug

Thank you so much, Vicki.

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@BACONSTRIPSXXX (15707)

• Torrington, Connecticut

13 Aug

Ohh that sounds nice, I haven't been on a cruise since I was a child but it was only for a evening dinner in Lake George

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@AmbiePam (101583)

• United States

23h

It sounds very pleasant.

@LindaOHio (197683)

• United States

8h

We looked for moose in Maine until our eyes ached. If you see one, I will be so jealous. I'm not a cruiser; but I think I would enjoy the amazing variety of foods onboard. I hope you have a marvelous time.

@LooeyVille (63)

• United States

22h

Wishing you a wonderful getaway

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@AmbiePam (101583)

• United States

22h

I know it’s no comparison to your trips, but I just don’t see a day I can go the places you do physically. I do enjoy hearing about your trips though.

@JudyEv (360687)

• Rockingham, Australia

10h

I hope you have a wonderful time. I'd be looking forward to the meals and the entertainment too.