Christmas Eve, first day at sea. Meet a couple of cruisers from Australia they are so friendly.
Ready to taste the world
As a honorary member of the Amis d’Escoffier I look forward to taste the cuisines from around the world.
Final Preparations before departure.
I’ve completed all my essential packing, stocked up on all my medications, completed my annual physical, and got a new international telephone plan setup. Had the opportunity to spend the evening with both of my sons before leaving on my journey. We had a great time in downtown Nashville visiting a few of the hotspots. I feel ready to go and begin this next chapter of my life. Should be boarding the Viking Neptune by 1:00 pm in December 23, 2023 and could not be more excited.
Preparations are underway
I have sold my house and all my belongings and have begun the process of preparing for life at sea. My house in Brentwood sold in record timing (24 hours before its was even listed) at the asking price, special thanks to my realtor Trish Myatt. I hired a company to handle an estate sale and donate the remaining items to charity. Lastly, I packed up my clothes, luggage, and a few personal memories and moved in with my son Patrick and his wife Shannon in Nashville until late December when I leave for my first of 6 cruises.