http://www.viewpoints.com/aboutme/mamagx3 Thu, 21 Feb 2008 23:18:20 GMT Reviews by mamagx3 http://www.viewpoints.com/Royal-Caribbean-Sovereign-of-the-Seas-review-2c623 We been on four cruises on the Sovereign and she has yet to disappoint us.  This is a perfect cruise for first timers and a great choice for a short getaway for couples and families alike.  Yes, the cabins on this ship are small, but we don't spend much time in ours. The decor is very pretty.  Everything may not be brand, spanking new, but it's clean and neat as a pin.  Our stateroom attendants on all of the cruises were efficient and friendly. If you want to stay on a higher deck and save some money, book a cabin on the Mariner deck. The views are somewhat obstructed by lifeboats but you get a good discount on your cabin and are on the 8th deck. However, try to avoid any cabins above Bolero's (salsa bar) if you turn in early.  I love the decor and soft, warm tones of the dining room. It has an intimate feel. I have to say that the food is probably some of the best we've ever had on a cruise. The menu hasn't changed much but I must say that I feel the quality is terrific.  As for...... Thu, 21 Feb 2008 23:18:20 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/Royal-Caribbean-Sovereign-of-the-Seas-review-2c623 mamagx3 4 http://www.viewpoints.com/Philips-Senseo-HD7810-95-5-Cup-Coffee-Maker-review-679c6 This is a good machine to own if you are a coffee lover but don't want to brew a whole pot of coffee.  It's quick and easy to use with minimal clean up.  There are two settings for serving size: one cup or two cups.  One drawback, however, is that the single cup serving is only 4 oz.  I've found that you need to use the 2-cup setting to get a decent size cup of coffee.  Being able to use the single cup coffee pod (that's what they call the special little coffee "bags" needed with this machine) with the 2-cup setting makes up for this flaw.  The Senseo brand pods can be a bit pricey, but several stores, at least in my area, carry generic type pods that are compatible with this machine.  Overall it's a nice machine to have in your kitchen.... Thu, 21 Feb 2008 19:02:35 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/Philips-Senseo-HD7810-95-5-Cup-Coffee-Maker-review-679c6 mamagx3 4