asquared17 Posted February 8 Author Report Share Posted February 8 6 minutes ago, GregD said: Me: immediately opens Amazon. The Boss would love these! i initially thought of just responding “bezos” — which is my usual go-to when i get on amazon, but i was afraid it would confuse her/get lost in translation. they are great!!! the boss would def love!! Ampurp85, OCSC Mike and Neesa 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ScottD Posted February 8 Report Share Posted February 8 LOVE the cup clip... we rarely spend time on the pool deck, but would still come in handy on a beach or on my little folding chairs we use for soccer games! asquared17, Ampurp85, OCSC Mike and 1 other 3 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OCSC Mike Posted February 8 Report Share Posted February 8 22 minutes ago, asquared17 said: my cup clip. my dad made fun of me and said i was a sucker for buying it My frugality prevents me from buying much stuff like that but I must admit that actually looks pretty useful. I'm tempted... then my brain says I've somehow managed to sit in a lounger with my drink on the ground or a small table and it's never really been a problem so do I really need to spend $15-20 on 2 of them? (Obviously I'd have to get my wife one too). Sweety, asquared17, Ampurp85 and 2 others 4 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
asquared17 Posted February 8 Author Report Share Posted February 8 9 minutes ago, OCSC Mike said: My frugality prevents me from buying much stuff like that but I must admit that actually looks pretty useful. I'm tempted... then my brain says I've somehow managed to sit in a lounger with my drink on the ground or a small table and it's never really been a problem so do I really need to spend $15-20 on 2 of them? (Obviously I'd have to get my wife one too). it also doubles as a towel clip when it’s windy!! DUAL PURPOSE, MIKE!! think of the cost per use! it would pay for itself the first cruise you took! think about places where you don’t WANT your cup on the ground — the wave pool, if it’s windy and sand is blowing around, tiny smalls running throughout and knocking things over!! the possibilities are endless. PPPJJ-GCVAB, ScottD, Neesa and 5 others 4 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WAAAYTOOO Posted February 8 Report Share Posted February 8 14 hours ago, asquared17 said: I love this little guy ! What a cutie. Neesa, PPPJJ-GCVAB, Ampurp85 and 2 others 3 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
asquared17 Posted February 8 Author Report Share Posted February 8 we interrupt this day to bring you a special update: BISCUITS!!!!!!!!!! and THE SUN!!!!!!! …gosh these biscuits. i nearly wept. also second breakfast is not complete without some grapefruit! i am on my second cup of tea; my cup clip is working overtime Jax, Lovetocruise2002, Sweety and 7 others 6 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OCSC Mike Posted February 8 Report Share Posted February 8 19 minutes ago, asquared17 said: it also doubles as a towel clip when it’s windy!! DUAL PURPOSE, MIKE!! think of the cost per use! it would pay for itself the first cruise you took! think about places where you don’t WANT your cup on the ground — the wave pool, if it’s windy and sand is blowing around, tiny smalls running throughout and knocking things over!! the possibilities are endless. Does Bezos give you a commission or do you have a stake in the company that makes those things? I love the towel clip logic... except my wife already bought towel clips a while back... then her mom bought an 8-pack of the towel rubber bands on Amazon and gave us 2 of them. We're a bit vintage about lounging... we only use the Solarium (it's actually for shade, we're used to the smalls, the sun hates me). On CocoCay or when we go to an AI beach club in Cozumel there's always a little table. I'll likely wind up passing but I agree that they're totally useful for the stuff you mentioned. asquared17 and PPPJJ-GCVAB 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OCSC Mike Posted February 8 Report Share Posted February 8 2 minutes ago, asquared17 said: grapefruit Vitamin C... I think? Your 2nd breakfast looks very different from mine, lol, enjoy! asquared17, Lovetocruise2002 and PPPJJ-GCVAB 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GregD Posted February 8 Report Share Posted February 8 27 minutes ago, asquared17 said: my cup clip is working overtime 4 of them will be delivered Saturday PPPJJ-GCVAB, DDaley, asquared17 and 5 others 2 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vacation Crazy Posted February 8 Report Share Posted February 8 I'm enjoying your blog but now you got me looking at cup clips. They are sitting in my Amazon cart. I think I'm adding them to my cruise gadget stash. Wishing you smooth sailing from here on out! Neesa, asquared17 and Cactus527 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ampurp85 Posted February 8 Report Share Posted February 8 Biscuits and grapefruits are a great breakfast or second/third breakfast. I hardly ever sit by the pool, it's not my jam, but if those clips were wide enough to clip to the casino machines, I would be all over them. Some machines have spaces for your drinks, and some don't. You know my feelings on Labadee, but I hope it is sunny and warm for you. I chuckled at J saying you could sell the clips, that would be at least one more 50lb bag you would have to carry aboard. WAAAYTOOO, ScottD, AshleyDillo and 5 others 7 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Va4fam Posted February 8 Report Share Posted February 8 @asquared17 wins the internet this week with the Cup Clip. Didn't even know something like that existed but definitely obsessed with getting one for every member of the family! Quick question...are they strong enough to hold cocktail drinks from the bar or big enough to hold the Freestyle cups ? Hope you feel better....maybe the sun will help. WAAAYTOOO, Neesa and asquared17 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ScottD Posted February 8 Report Share Posted February 8 I'm pretty sure I saw the cup clips IN the Royal logo store on Oasis...or something very similar. They also probably cost about double there rather than amazon. asquared17 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
asquared17 Posted February 8 Author Report Share Posted February 8 omg winning the internet!!!! huzzah!!! i have made it!!!! aw yis!!!!!!! 1 hour ago, Va4fam said: Quick question...are they strong enough to hold cocktail drinks from the bar or big enough to hold the Freestyle cups ? so i have put a heavy ceramic mug the kind you get at cafe promenade) and also my 16 oz iron flask full of cold brew in it and it has no issues. the key is to make sure that it is wedged/clipped in at an even level. the holder is oversized so i don’t think the freestyle cup would be an issue at all, since i think it gets a little narrower at the bottom. i would say it is a bigger than a standard car cup holder. i’ve also put beer in there from the pool bar with my koozie on it (another great find) and it works super well. 1 hour ago, Vacation Crazy said: I'm enjoying your blog but now you got me looking at cup clips. They are sitting in my Amazon cart. I think I'm adding them to by cruise gadget stash YES!!! i keep them with my cruise stash, too!! 1 hour ago, GregD said: 4 of them will be delivered Saturday 1 hour ago, Ampurp85 said: You know my feelings on Labadee, but I hope it is sunny and warm for you. yes. and honestly, same. literally the thought of waking off the ship today was daunting so we are having a grand time on deck 16. 1 hour ago, Ampurp85 said: that would be at least one more 50lb bag you would have to carry aboard. good lord i can’t even with myself 1 hour ago, Va4fam said: Hope you feel better....maybe the sun will help. thank you!!!! it certainly feels like it is Cactus527, Ampurp85, Va4fam and 3 others 5 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
asquared17 Posted February 8 Author Report Share Posted February 8 Just now, ScottD said: I'm pretty sure I saw the cup clips IN the Royal logo store on Oasis...or something very similar. They also probably cost about double there rather than amazon. i will try to go find these… for science. around dinner time maybe, so we can compare. Neesa, Ampurp85, ScottD and 1 other 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
asquared17 Posted February 8 Author Report Share Posted February 8 more things from bezos (which pains me) — -and no, i do not get an affiliate link two other random sun seeker purchases that have been helpful: - koozie! Beer Bottle Sleeve Insulators 12oz 330ml Standard Beer Bottle Cooler Covers Zip-up Bottle Jacket 12OZ Standard Can Sleeves Coolie Neoprene Insulator (Blue) https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B09MTFXMFT?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_mob_b_asin_title - pillow (these chairs get your butt numb but the pillow can support your back) i have both versions of the ballast pillow and use mine at home at the beach all the time, so this is something i would recommend even if i wasn’t cruising. https://www.amazon.com/Ballast-Beach-Pillow-PRO-Positions/dp/B0C6RK7QVJ/ref=mp_s_a_1_2_sspa?crid=3CPG6LEA6QLT4&keywords=ballast+beach+pillow&qid=1707409507&sprefix=ballast%2Caps%2C300&sr=8-2-spons&sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9waG9uZV9zZWFyY2hfYXRm&psc=1 https://www.amazon.com/Ballast-Beach-Pillow-Inflatable-Camping/dp/B08GL5Y1FM/ref=mp_s_a_1_1_sspa?crid=3CPG6LEA6QLT4&keywords=ballast+beach+pillow&qid=1707409507&sprefix=ballast%2Caps%2C300&sr=8-1-spons&sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9waG9uZV9zZWFyY2hfYXRm&psc=1 Neesa and Sweety 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jbrinkm Posted February 8 Report Share Posted February 8 3 hours ago, asquared17 said: next up: my cup clip. my dad made fun of me and said i was a sucker for buying it but no sooner had i texted him a picture of it, telling him not to be jealous… when someone came over out of the wild blue and touched my cup clip!!! “where did you buy??” me: amazon!! her: i was hoping on the ship later, me to J: we should just buy a couple extra and sell them on board. that’s probably legal, right? From your prior recommendation: asquared17, Cactus527, OCSC Mike and 2 others 4 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
asquared17 Posted February 8 Author Report Share Posted February 8 LUNCH!!!!! also: can confirm that the cholula chipotle is less watery/more flavorful than the tabasco chipotle and i’ve converted. Lovetocruise2002, Cactus527, OCSC Mike and 3 others 5 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
asquared17 Posted February 8 Author Report Share Posted February 8 1 hour ago, jbrinkm said: From your prior recommendation: i am honored (and proud) jbrinkm and Neesa 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OCSC Mike Posted February 8 Report Share Posted February 8 21 minutes ago, asquared17 said: the cholula chipotle is less watery/more flavorful than the tabasco chipotle and i’ve converted. Ooh, something new to try next month. I'd say I'm offended but some random forum poster told me to try the tobasco chipotle so I have no personal allegiance. asquared17 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovetocruise2002 Posted February 8 Report Share Posted February 8 Ok, now you guys have me curious. I am going to have to give this tobasco & guacamole a try in March. asquared17 and OCSC Mike 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OCSC Mike Posted February 8 Report Share Posted February 8 1 hour ago, Lovetocruise2002 said: Ok, now you guys have me curious. I am going to have to give this tobasco & guacamole a try in March. For the record, I haven't gone near the "guacamole" since trying the green sludge on Wonder... but I'll give it another shot next month. I use the tobasco on tacos. Lovetocruise2002 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
asquared17 Posted February 8 Author Report Share Posted February 8 i am team cholula always. tabasco is just watery pepper sauce to me Lovetocruise2002 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
asquared17 Posted February 8 Author Report Share Posted February 8 goodbye labadee! DDaley, Neesa, Jax and 5 others 7 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GatorCruiser Posted February 8 Report Share Posted February 8 Someone start a gofundme for mikes cup clip. DDaley, OCSC Mike, Cactus527 and 6 others 9 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
She Sails Away Posted February 8 Report Share Posted February 8 So glad you had a beautiful day in Labadee with no men overboard or medical evacuations! Looks wonderful. Maybe the good weather is here to stay! Neesa and asquared17 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OCSC Mike Posted February 8 Report Share Posted February 8 21 minutes ago, asquared17 said: tabasco is just watery pepper sauce to me Isn't that what hot sauce is supposed to be? Vinegar with pepper and spices? PPPJJ-GCVAB 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
asquared17 Posted February 8 Author Report Share Posted February 8 31 minutes ago, GatorCruiser said: Someone start a gofundme for mikes cup clip. i choked on my water reading this!!!! 30 minutes ago, She Sails Away said: So glad you had a beautiful day in Labadee with no men overboard or medical evacuations! aMEN. 20 minutes ago, OCSC Mike said: Isn't that what hot sauce is supposed to be? Vinegar with pepper and spices? for me, it needs to have some kind of viscosity to it. cholula has a bit more… heft, so to speak. we are WAYYYYY behind on duck placement and hunting. tonite we will go placing ducks, head to GS for a moment, and check out the cup clip situation in the shops. Neesa, WAAAYTOOO, PPPJJ-GCVAB and 1 other 3 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GatorCruiser Posted February 8 Report Share Posted February 8 I got some incredible hot sauces on my southern Caribbean cruise in December from Barbados, Trinidad , Tobago, st Lucia , delicious scotch bonnet pepper based hot sauces. asquared17 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OCSC Mike Posted February 8 Report Share Posted February 8 10 minutes ago, asquared17 said: for me, it needs to have some kind of viscosity to it. cholula has a bit more… heft, so to speak. Mmmm... viscous, hefty sauce. asquared17, Neesa, PPPJJ-GCVAB and 1 other 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovetocruise2002 Posted February 8 Report Share Posted February 8 54 minutes ago, GatorCruiser said: Someone start a gofundme for mikes cup clip. 21 minutes ago, asquared17 said: i choked on my water reading this!!!! OMG! I just did too! too funny asquared17, GatorCruiser, Neesa and 1 other 1 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OCSC Mike Posted February 8 Report Share Posted February 8 Hey, I have feelings, ya know! No shaming the poors for not impulsively spending $15 on every neat looking gadget on Amazon! Jax, Cactus527, PPPJJ-GCVAB and 4 others 6 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovetocruise2002 Posted February 8 Report Share Posted February 8 Just now, OCSC Mike said: Hey, I have feelings, ya know! No shaming the poors for not impulsively spending $15 on every neat looking gadget on Amazon! I am behind you in that! I did not look for those clips either lol, no space in the luggage MaryS, Ampurp85, PPPJJ-GCVAB and 2 others 4 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GatorCruiser Posted February 8 Report Share Posted February 8 2 minutes ago, OCSC Mike said: Hey, I have feelings, ya know! No shaming the poors for not impulsively spending $15 on every neat looking gadget on Amazon! You can’t be that poor if you cruise, unless there are more gofundme’s we don’t know about. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
asquared17 Posted February 8 Author Report Share Posted February 8 1 minute ago, Lovetocruise2002 said: I did not look for those clips either lol, no space in the luggage have we addressed the possibility of an additional duffle bag? Jax, jbrinkm, MaryS and 4 others 7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OCSC Mike Posted February 8 Report Share Posted February 8 9 minutes ago, GatorCruiser said: You can’t be that poor if you cruise, unless there are more gofundme’s we don’t know about. No, of course I'm not the standard dictionary definition of poor (used as an adjective). However, the live blog community here seems to have its own lexicon... and given that I sail in interiors, purchase very little specialty dining, don't spend a penny at CocoCay (besides tipping for voucher drinks), etc... I am "A poor." SweetPea, Cactus527, Ampurp85 and 3 others 1 4 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
asquared17 Posted February 8 Author Report Share Posted February 8 14 minutes ago, OCSC Mike said: No shaming the poors for not impulsively spending $15 on every neat looking gadget on Amazon! my mother often tells my best friend and i that “we are an advertiser’s dream” OCSC Mike, Jax, Ampurp85 and 1 other 1 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LandstromCruise Posted February 8 Report Share Posted February 8 If there is a gofundme for cruising though point me in that direction and sign me up!!! OCSC Mike, Lovetocruise2002, Cactus527 and 2 others 2 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OCSC Mike Posted February 8 Report Share Posted February 8 Just now, LandstromCruise said: If there is a gofundme for cruising though point me in that direction and sign me up!!! I was very close to asking for nothing but RC gift cards for Xmas this past December... that's as close as I've gotten. PPPJJ-GCVAB, WAAAYTOOO and LandstromCruise 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ampurp85 Posted February 8 Report Share Posted February 8 21 minutes ago, asquared17 said: my mother often tells my best friend and i that “we are an advertiser’s dream” You are but at least the things you get have purpose. And when you share, they make those around your life a little bit easier. asquared17, Neesa and WAAAYTOOO 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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