MelBelle,<br />
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You sound like a sadistic parent after my own heart. It&#39;s no fun unless you can really surprise them. I think they appreciate surprises more than the expected. I hope that evil grin pays off and you really get him. <br />
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Carnival is great for surprises. There are many birthdays in the diningroom, so make sure you say something like &quot;I wish I thought of that&quot; just to throw him completely off. Please let me know what you thought up. This sounds exciting.<br />
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Gregswife,<br />
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Thanks for owning up to being impressed with the size of the ship. I thought I was the only one whose mouth was wide open with amazement when I saw the enormity of the Carnival Destiny. I had no idea the ship was so huge. Even Carnival&#39;s small ships are tremendous.<br />
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I loved all of my cruises, but that first one must be my favorite because of the feeling I felt when I first saw the ship. I&#39;m still impressed but not like that first time.<br />
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terumim,<br />
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You are so right about the power of prayer. I really do believe that you Cruise Crazies helped me when I put it out there. Now I&#39;m 100% and ready to go on that cruise. Maybe I can participate in the talent contest now.<br />
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