Happy Valentine’s Day everyone. It’s a day for lovers onboard the Holland America Amsterdam. There was a special radio station broadcasting today and you could have requested dedications to your loved ones. They also had video messaging recording in the portrait studio. You could make a video to your beloved and it was shown before the show this evening in the theater. It was actually kinda funny because there was only five videos made and they showed them all twice. But the show tonight was the Amsterdam singers and dancers and they performed love songs from the past and present. Other then it being a holiday, today was pretty much a normal sea day. We did crocheting, tutoring, arts and crafts, dance class and we wrapped up our secret arts and crafts project….picture to come. Tonight there was a Gala for Valentines day and we all got a chance to dress up in our best red attire. The dining room was all decorated with hearts and there was red and white chair covers on the chairs. It was quite festive. Then we went to the show. After the show we went up to the Crow’s nest and watched the 9:19 pm sunset. Then the party began!! All the guests were invited to attend a Valentine’s Day party. The cruise director jokes sometimes how the “late night” guest go until 9:30pm on a good night. Tonight was definitely an exception. The crew was encouraged to join the party this evening and they came out in droves. It was so great to see some of our favorite staff members all dolled and ready to celebrate. Everyone was in such a great mood. Mom and I sat at the bar till about 11:00pm and watched the world go by. Couples dance. Crewmembers smiling and laughing. And everyone celebrating love and life. Hope you had an amazing Valentine’s Day with whomever you choose to spend it with. Love and Hugs and Chocolates and flowers from us all. Debra
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