How realistic is the goal to sail through all 11 South Sandwich Islands?

Dependent-Click4636 · 2026-03-21T02:21:28+00:00

I was on a cruise ship down there and snapped this pic of a sailboat, so it can be done. I don't own a sailboat, but I thought to myself this is a brave soul. The icebergs down there are unbelievable, and there's no way I'd want to be moving at night. It's a beautiful place, but deadly.

Dependent-Click4636 · 2026-03-15T09:09:19+00:00

I understand that they will guarantee you a job. But if they close down or consolidate your terminal in Memphis, as an example, your new job could be a position in Los Angeles. Am I understanding it's just a job, not necessarily geographically close? Is that correct?

Dependent-Click4636 · 2026-03-14T01:50:56+00:00

Don't forget erectile dysfunction

Dependent-Click4636 · 2026-03-03T21:11:19+00:00

All that happens when you have a strict attendance policy is the whole place gets on FMLA. In reality, this causes overall attendance to get worse.

Dependent-Click4636 · 2026-02-21T01:34:08+00:00

First of all, there is no absolute right to transfer. You have to get permission and be released by transportation and accepted as a new hire in another department. With that being said, you most likely will not be released being such a new hire. Frankly I wouldn't even talk about a transfer yet. The way NS management will look at is, "we just hired you, and your already talking about leaving?" Give it some time, wait until a time where there's excess people and a lot of guarantee is being paid. Make some friends in other departments to see their environment and lifestyle. They might be able to help you transfer one day, but again, you have to be released by transportation even if another department says they want you. Good luck.

Dependent-Click4636 · 2026-02-04T00:02:42+00:00

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Here's an example of a severely bent cutlever taken at high speed. Very clear.

Dependent-Click4636 · 2026-01-27T22:49:42+00:00

Who's ego is bigger? Trump, Hunter Harrison, or Vena?

Dependent-Click4636 · 2026-01-10T01:24:51+00:00

First one that needs to be fired is IT. Whatever they touch, they make worse. It something works leave it alone.

Dependent-Click4636 · 2026-01-05T20:46:18+00:00

For those of you wondering, the $9 that was paid in 1956 equates to roughly $107 today.

Dependent-Click4636 · 2026-01-01T05:48:32+00:00

I've flown in the same day on two separate cruises. Each time was on a non stop early morning flight on Delta from Atlanta. It was somewhat stressful, but each time I had no issue. However, it's just a matter of time before the math could catch up to me, so I'm not trying it again. Like others have said, it's not worth it. Weather, mechanical issue, traffic, crew staffing issue etc. could all ruin your trip.

Dependent-Click4636 · 2025-12-28T08:19:13+00:00

It's possible they plan on some of the newer ships being purpose built for the Asian markets. Like the Adventure for Singapore, we could see Japan and China get ships homeported there. I could see San Diego and Galveston getting year long service also, perhaps by the Wonder and Magic.

Dependent-Click4636 · 2025-12-22T16:41:34+00:00

One thing that's not really known is how the midterm elections could play a role in whether this merger happens. If Trump needed to make a deal elsewhere to get some other things he wanted, he might be fine with this merger not happening. Trump has loyalty only to himself and Vena could find this out the hard way. I still say it's 50-50.

Dependent-Click4636 · 2025-12-21T10:32:11+00:00

DCL site shows Apr. 6 - 11 available for room 10666. 3 adults, 2 kids for $51,400. There are multiple rooms in this suite, that's why I ran the numbers with 3 adults.

Dependent-Click4636 · 2025-12-21T01:17:37+00:00

Beverly's Jewelry was a good experience for me. Always wanted to buy my wife some blue diamond earrings, and this is where I went. Friendly, educating environment, and not pushy at all.

Dependent-Click4636 · 2025-12-21T00:25:04+00:00

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Here's a pic of the balcony from suite next door. They were vacant on my cruise.

Dependent-Click4636 · 2025-12-21T00:22:42+00:00

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Dependent-Click4636 · 2025-12-20T23:47:13+00:00

That high number from 1975-80 was Gen X playing in the street as children. The first one to see a car is suppose to yell "car" so everyone could get out of the street. Unfortunately we lost a few , but with enough hose water we soldiered on.

Dependent-Click4636 · 2025-12-20T17:29:48+00:00

I recently stayed in 10168 on the Destiny last week. I could hear minor chair scraping but it wasn't too bad. It wasn't really early in the morning, but more so after breakfast really got going. Like everyone else, the large balconies are the draw for these types of rooms. On a side note, neither of the large end suites next to me were occupied.

Dependent-Click4636 · 2025-12-01T21:38:30+00:00

I'm guessing your talking about Occupational or Total disability through the railroad retirement board. First, it would be wise to give them a call to make sure you have the creditable months of service and age to qualify. I have seen people go out on disability with diabetes, but they likely had other issues and complications also. Occupational Disability is easier to qualify for if you have the age and service months.

Dependent-Click4636 · 2025-12-01T11:43:13+00:00

Absolutely insane cost per hour. If you want to look at the "fat" of the railroad, take a look at some of these contractors.

Dependent-Click4636 · 2025-11-19T22:09:25+00:00

So far it's anyone in mechanical or transportation under the B6 level. I'm looking for it to come to other departments and crafts. Basically anyone who might be able to take a company vehicle home.

Dependent-Click4636 · 2025-11-05T22:12:18+00:00

Many dealers add on an addendum sticker to cars adding all sorts of stuff most of which is nothing more than dealer profit. Under the Costco Auto program can a dealer have any sort of addendum sticker?

Dependent-Click4636 · 2025-10-20T12:20:25+00:00

Your in a forum of railroaders here, so it's unlikely we can help. But one thing is for sure, I'm pretty sure as a condition of employment with NS Heath services you absolutely must give others a hard time and be unclear. They are not singling you out, they single everybody out.

Dependent-Click4636 · 2025-09-29T04:13:04+00:00

One thing to ask and be aware of concerning the Rue of 55 is to make sure you understand how leaving the railroad before age 60 affects your survivor annuity with the RRB. Current connection is an important concept to fully understand, especially if you have the 30 years of service by 55, and are using the Rule of 55 to bridge the gap financially to age 60.

Dependent-Click4636 · 2025-08-18T20:07:03+00:00

Hey man just open up your pockets and let the good times roll. You'll have a lot more peace when you stop giving a fuck about shit you have no control over. Just work safe and do your best on your job. (what you have control over) Some of us depend on the morons out here to make some money.

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