Today is #MarketFriday initiated by @dswigle (Denise, that's me!!)I hope you will join us as we share the different markets. It has been such a pleasure to see markets from all over the world. Who doesn't love to see what they are selling? There is always a curiosity attached to foreign ingredients, different produce or any product sold. So, yes! I would love to see yours! Don't forget to take photos wherever you happen to be shopping - whether it be the grocery, art galleries, wherever money is exchanged for a service or for merchandise. Don't forget to use the community tag #hive-196308 or hashtag #MarketFriday and @dswigle. I know, so many are confused by how/when to use these tags. If you use a community tag, it must be posted first. (the hive tag)

Please leave the link to your post on here so it can easily be found by others. They are so much easier to find in one place. Where else can you take such a quick trip around the globe? Thank you so much for joining us!! ❤

This is another ship that I cruised on. There were two for one trip, punctuated by a workshop for work. Because who doesn't love to do it that way? This broken up set of cruses actually made it not too terrible. I think I would do it again that way. So, sit back and relax and let's try not to think of the coronavirus as we sail the seven seas... Hey! We are home sweet home now and we are okay. We are going to sit tight and wait until it blows over before we do this again! So, enjoy!

So, this is the ship I cruised on. It is just an alternative to going on a traditional vacation. This is just a floating holiday. Sometimes it works and sometimes I would rather do something else, But, right now, at this time in my life, when I get time off, it feels good to get pampered and waited on. A little anyway... Another different #MarketFriday, but, who doesn't love to be a little bit different? But, then, I love being practical too. So there is no right or wrong here, just what drives you that week. I love to share and be shared with! I have always and forever liked to see different fruits and vegetables or products that are being sold. Perhaps I cannot get them here. So, yes! I would love to see yours! Don't forget to take photos wherever you happen to be shopping - whether it be the grocery store, the local marketplace or even an art gallery. Wherever money is exchanged for a service or for merchandise. Be different if you wish! It does not have to be a traditional market! We will love it! I promise you! Don't forget to use the hashtag #MarketFriday and @dswigle.

No matter where you find yourself on the ship, there will be music. Soft music, playing in the background, the mood lighting making a peaceful atmosphere. These are the moments cherished, where you find yourself living the dream, your imagination blowing through the ship. Down a flight of stairs is a place called the Crypt, a nightclub that will play appropriate Goth-themed music. You want it, they have it. Karaoke is a favorite. I may or may not have done it. What happens on Royal Caribbean stays there.

The shops on board are abundant! Jewelry, sundries, upscale clothing, shoes, purses, watches... You name it, they may have it. The shops are open late and where else can you shop for a bangle or a diamond tennis bracelet at eleven thirty at night? I tried on a tennis bracelet and I black sapphire and diamond bangle. Hmm... Which do you like better?

STOP!! BRAIN TEASER AHEAD!!

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Question: What travels faster, hot or cold?

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Answer: Hot is faster because you can catch a cold!

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One of the newer ships in the fleet of Royal Caribbean and it has murals painted all over the ship. Truly like eye candy, it was. It is no secret that I love art - from street art to the Masters, hanging in the museums. This ship was right up my proverbial alley. Nice job, Royal!

They brought me to places where palm rule supreme, throwing a coconut or two my way. The epitome of tropical paradise. Yes, please.

Did I talk about the food? Oh, the food! They had a meat-eaters banquet every night, along with fish, vegan, and every other kind you can think of. Above: Prime Rib, one of their favorites to offer up and below is Beef Wellington and lobster tails, with an array of veggies and whipped potatoes. Truly an art the way they serve. We played with the food a little bit before I took the pictures. Sorry!

Rack of Lamb.This is actually the best lamb I have ever had. New Zealand Lamb and I have it every time they offer it and it is consistently amazing.

CUE THE MUSIC MAESTRO!!

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We'll let Lorde sing about Royal. I probably could have chosen better, but, I couldn't resist the urge to pair Lorde's song Royals with Royal Caribbean.

The dining rooms are all stunning. They set the tables formal (although there are plenty of informal places to eat if you prefer) and you select from a varied menu every night. That makes it nice to have different choices. If you are allergic to something, they take good care of you. Of course, it is not only Royal that does this, but, most of the cruise ships. If you go on enough of them, you will pick a favorite.

Please don't forget to leave the link to your post on here. They are so much easier to find in one place. Thank you so much for joining us!! ❤

I want to thank you for taking this trip with me. There were literally hundreds of other venues that we could check out, but, I will cut it off here! I appreciate your taking the time and energy to read the post and I hope that you have a most wonderful #MarketFriday! My apologies for anyone who posted last week as I was not very timely with everyone on the #MarketFriday posts. Things were crazy here on the platform although, I did upvote your post, but, ran late on the comments. I appreciate everyone for supporting the tag. Thank you for your understanding. God Bless you. Steem on!!

A flower. There must always be a flower to color my world.

You are so beautiful, my lovely
Each and every day
Like the sun rising after the dawn
You are so beautiful

And I love you. And you. And you. I do.

Let the sun shine in on your life, so the joy may touch your soul. As always, keep on singing that song!! And just like that, this post is done. Thank you for stopping by and saying hello, leaving your words behind... and just so you know, although much sun and shine were used up today, I can guarantee that there is still a little left in my heart. Have a most fabulous day ahead!

Thank you for visiting my post 💖 Because of you, I come back to post, again and again. Keep it classy, people. Kindness counts. Wherever you go, whatever you do.

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they set my aunts house on fire
i cried the way women on tv do
folding at the middle
like a five pound note.
i called the boy who use to love me
tried to ‘okay’ my voice
i said hello
he said warsan, what’s wrong, what’s happened?

i’ve been praying,
and these are what my prayers look like;
dear god
i come from two countries
one is thirsty
the other is on fire
both need water.

later that night
i held an atlas in my lap
ran my fingers across the whole world
and whispered,
"where does it hurt?"
it answered,

"everywhere"
"everywhere"
"everywhere"

warsan shire

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