Shari

Maybe when I do finally try to log in(in a few days to spare me the aggravation)  I will be lucky and instead of booked cruises disappeared, I will have free/extra ones added!!!
 
Trying to think/stay positive here people....

Seems odd to have launched the "website" on all their unsuspecting customers this week while planning on doing testing at corporate next week ... anyone else think they might have skipped a step in the manual ?

When I bring wines I tend to bring screw top wines.  There are some really good ones now especially from AU and/or NZ.
I was at a nice restaurant at a marina in Chesapeake Bay one time.  Our young waitress was struggling to open the bottle we ordered fumbling with the cork screw for several minutes as she answered menu questions.  Finally I asked if she needed help with the wine.  Her relief at my offer quickly turned to embarrassment when I simply twisted the screw top off.    Poor girl...

I've heard all about your infamous wine glass. ???
 

But is your glass half full or half empty ?

Correct.  I've never tried to bring a bottle of my own wine to dinner but as I understand it that is when a corkage fees applies. 
I have carried a bottle of wine to a quiet spot on the ship, sat at a table and played cards or just talked without any one stopping and asking for a corkage fee.  This when I cruise with family or friends.  Sitting at a table by yourself, talking to yourself with two glasses and a bottle of wine when solo tends to garner attention.