Ouch!

[daveathall]

Oh no, I am sorry Angelo, I just know you will ride through this and enjoy your cruise, my friend. I am sending healing thoughts your way,

[dddrees]

At this point in my life walking it off is a much greater challenge. I'm no longer that young kid who joined the Army back in 79. I now have things like arthritis and other old man aches and pains. Had a few accidents myself in the last few years.

Take care, get well soon. I too am trying to not be such a klutz lately.

[KathleenL]

Originally Posted by SemperFi

Okay, so here’s the cruise update.
Two hours on the phone with Royal Caribbean and I was able to reschedule for Sept 4th with about a $200 loss. That’s a clear win as far as I’m concerned since a cancellation this close to the cruise date usually means a complete forfeiture.

I guess they saw that we are loyal to the brand (15 cruises with Royal Caribbean) and I was able to provide them with medical documentation. If push came to shove I would have gone and just struggled through it but my wife insisted that since we were only losing a minimal amount that we just reschedule. I guess she didn’t look forward to catering to me.
By the time Sept 4th comes around I probably won’t be completely healed but certainly much better than I would be 9 days from now. And it would be our first cruise in 9 years after taking care of three elderly parents and a sick brother, all of whom have passed (Mom and my brother within the past 6 months). We used to go on two cruises per year until everyone started getting sick and that’s the main reason we haven’t been able to go. I didn’t want anything to stand in the way of enjoying this one to the max.

Came back to see if there was an update, and saw this. I was going to suggest that you ask to reschedule since it would be likely they wouldn't just refund. Glad to see that this is what you've done.

So, between now and then, TAKE IT EASY!

[SemperFi]

Originally Posted by brandrea

Great news Angelo, I’m truly glad this worked out for you

Thanks Brian. The cruise line really stepped up big time.

Originally Posted by ltmgeller

Wishing you a speedy recovery

Thank you Mike.

Originally Posted by train-time

Great news Angelo - get well soon!

Originally Posted by enjoythemusic

...you should see the OTHER guy.

Ouch! Get well soon.

Last time I looked that damn pole was still standing.

Originally Posted by colpol

Could have been a lot worse

Fingers crossed for the cruise

Absolutely could have been much much worse. A couple of inches to the left and it would have been head first. Definitely dodged a bullet.

Originally Posted by Speedbird-1

Hope you heal-up quickly buddy.

Warm, salty bath will help with the scrapes.

Great news with the cruise!

Thanks Steve. I’m usually not into baths unless I’m hurtin’ and this certainly qualifies.

Originally Posted by East Bay Rider

Glad it worked out with the cruise. Now you can concentrate on healing up ASAP.

Thanks Bill.

Originally Posted by Beo3

Damn Angelo, sorry to hear about the injuries, but glad Royal did right by you.

Wishing you a speedy recovery my friend.

Much appreciated Ed. Royal Caribbean has earned my continued loyalty.

Originally Posted by daveathall

Oh no, I am sorry Angelo, I just know you will ride through this and enjoy your cruise, my friend. I am sending healing thoughts your way,

Thanks very much Dave. Hope that you are also doing well my friend.

Originally Posted by dddrees

At this point in my life walking it off is a much greater challenge. I'm no longer that young kid who joined the Army back in 79. I now have things like arthritis and other old man aches and pains. Had a few accidents myself in the last few years.

Take care, get well soon. I too am trying to not be such a klutz lately.

It sucks getting older Dan. Things take longer to heal and not always completely. But it sure beats the alternative.

Originally Posted by KathleenL

Came back to see if there was an update, and saw this. I was going to suggest that you ask to reschedule since it would be likely they wouldn't just refund. Glad to see that this is what you've done.

So, between now and then, TAKE IT EASY!

I will Kathleen. Not much of a choice. Seven weeks from now it should be as good as it’s going to get.

[4 Aussies]

Sorry to hear Angelo, glad you were able to walk away, and now no worries regarding the cruise date. Wishing you a full and fast recovery!!

[donas]

Originally Posted by enjoythemusic

...you should see the OTHER guy.

He's still there saying - No Parking....stubborn SOB

[RichM]

Great news Angelo. Glad it worked out for you and your wife.

[Speedbird-1]

How are you healing Angelo?

[SemperFi]

Originally Posted by Speedbird-1

How are you healing Angelo?

Good morning Steve,
It’s a week today since the injury and I would say there is minimal improvement but that’s to be expected after only 7 days. Being a lefty my main issue is using my right arm to do everyday things.
Thanks for asking.

[Tri-Tip]

Originally Posted by SemperFi

Okay, so here’s the cruise update.
Two hours on the phone with Royal Caribbean and I was able to reschedule for Sept 4th with about a $200 loss. That’s a clear win as far as I’m concerned since a cancellation this close to the cruise date usually means a complete forfeiture.

I guess they saw that we are loyal to the brand (15 cruises with Royal Caribbean) and I was able to provide them with medical documentation. If push came to shove I would have gone and just struggled through it but my wife insisted that since we were only losing a minimal amount that we just reschedule. I guess she didn’t look forward to catering to me.
By the time Sept 4th comes around I probably won’t be completely healed but certainly much better than I would be 9 days from now. And it would be our first cruise in 9 years after taking care of three elderly parents and a sick brother, all of whom have passed (Mom and my brother within the past 6 months). We used to go on two cruises per year until everyone started getting sick and that’s the main reason we haven’t been able to go. I didn’t want anything to stand in the way of enjoying this one to the max.

Hope you feel better soon, and kudos to Royal Caribbean for getting you setup on another trip a month later.

[OYptL]

Honest to goodness I’ve had road rash like that that’s more painful than broken bones. Heal up fast sir.

[jatco]

Wow Ang.. Just saw your post.. and what a bumber.
Holy sheit man, you could effing killed yourself..Geeze ..!!.
Damn it could've been a lot worse for sure and I'm sure you're still hurting.
Injuries of any kind take a lot longer to heal at our ages....Damn.
Glad you were able to rearrange your cruise with RCL. It pays to be a frequent cruiser. This'll give you more time to heal up.
What a shame...
Hope you heal up fast...
Hang in there, Bud...

[SemperFi]

Originally Posted by Tri-Tip

Hope you feel better soon, and kudos to Royal Caribbean for getting you setup on another trip a month later.

RC did the right thing and thank you.

Originally Posted by OYptL

Honest to goodness I’ve had road rash like that that’s more painful than broken bones. Heal up fast sir.

You’re right about that.

Originally Posted by jatco

Wow Ang.. Just saw your post.. and what a bumber.
Holy sheit man, you could effing killed yourself..Geeze ..!!.
Damn it could've been a lot worse for sure and I'm sure you're still hurting.
Injuries of any kind take a lot longer to heal at our ages....Damn.
Glad you were able to rearrange your cruise with RCL. It pays to be a frequent cruiser. This'll give you more time to heal up.
What a shame...
Hope you heal up fast...
Hang in there, Bud...

Hey Thomas,
Thanks for reaching out. It’s definitely more difficult to bounce back when you’re older but I realize how much worse it could have been. I was literally airborne when I hit the pole and was not even able to get my hands down to break the fall. I got lucky.
Royal Caribbean was great. I would have recommended them even before all of this happened and certainly even more so now.
Can’t wait to get on board. Thanks again.

[jatco]

Originally Posted by SemperFi

RC did the right thing and thank you.



You’re right about that.



Hey Thomas,
Thanks for reaching out. It’s definitely more difficult to bounce back when you’re older but I realize how much worse it could have been. I was literally airborne when I hit the pole and was not even able to get my hands down to break the fall. I got lucky.
Royal Caribbean was great. I would have recommended them even before all of this happened and certainly even more so now.
Can’t wait to get on board. Thanks again.

.
Damn, ..being airborne on impact is a serious hit..no matter what..Holy hell.. - Just curious.. How did the pole fare..?!? J/K...
Yeah, Kudos to RC. We've sailed with them a few times and they're always great..
Where are you cruising to..? i

[Cru Jones]

Sorry to see this. Heal up. I hope the trip works out.

[SemperFi]

Originally Posted by jatco

.
Damn, ..being airborne on impact is a serious hit..no matter what..Holy hell.. - Just curious.. How did the pole fare..?!? J/K...
Yeah, Kudos to RC. We've sailed with them a few times and they're always great..
Where are you cruising to..? i

The pole got bloodied but it was my blood.
We’re cruising to Florida, the Bahamas, and RCCL’s private island Coco Cay.

Originally Posted by Cru Jones

Sorry to see this. Heal up. I hope the trip works out.

Thanks. I should be good to go by Sept 4th.

[Boopie]

So nice to hear they rescheduled for you. Speedy recovery!

[Yacht-Master]

Wishing you a full recovery.

Remember - chicks dig scars.

[Carguy87]

Hi Angelo sorry to hear about your fall! I’m a little late to this party but I was going to suggest trying to sleep in a recliner if you have one (if you haven’t figured out this trick already). I found after a shoulder surgery that also involved my collar bone it was the most comfortable way to get some rest while keeping my arm still. It’s crazy how much your shoulder/collar bone move during daily activity (including breathing) and I know how painful it can be. Glad the sub didn’t get damaged to add insult to literal injury; wishing you a speedy recovery friend!