ALMOST TIME



     Two more days and away we go.

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  1. KrysAugust 26, 2021 at 9:58 AM

    Packing, unpacking, repacking...why can't they make those suitcases the right size and lighter??? Checking documents, flight times, snacks, instructions to kids, sanity... Looking forward to Rhine River cruise with our dear friends from college, Steff and Nancy. Also reconnecting with Marian and her family in Belgium. We have kept in touch since high school when she was our foreign exchange student. The adventure and anxiety begins...

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  2. Bob and JanAugust 26, 2021 at 10:31 AM

    We are so excited for you! You will really enjoy this cruise! We are looking forward to following you! 🤗

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  3. Jackie and CharlieAugust 26, 2021 at 11:28 AM

    Have a GREAT trip!! ❤😍😍😍

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  4. UnknownAugust 26, 2021 at 11:39 AM

    Very interested in all the details. We are looking forward to doing this trip next year. Have fun!!

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  5. KenAugust 26, 2021 at 7:00 PM

    Have a great trip we will be monitoring your progress

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    1. KrysAugust 26, 2021 at 10:18 PM

      Am a new blogger, more of a blooper...think I know who will be doing most of the writing! 😂

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