July 18 2009 Tortola

[MrsG]

Playing for PIRATES???? pirate:

Congrats on the pirate: !!!!!

I didn't even see one coming :sad2: :sad2: I was on at school with one eye on my study hall kids and one eye on the computer. And then the period was over. Won fair and square!!!!!:worship: :worship:

[MrsG]

I've been away for a while, recovering from pneumonia (ICK!!!) :sick:

But are we still...

Hope you are feelling better. First one of your daughters has malaria, now pneumonia, bet you can't wait to go to your next assignment.

[jfis1020]

Way to go JoAnn, winning that pirate!

School today..............weird week.

Snowed this morning and was slick, but started after the buses started running. We all got there o.k. but it was crazy!:rolleyes1

[jfis1020]

I've been away for a while, recovering from pneumonia (ICK!!!) :sick:

But are we still...

You poor thing!:sick:

[jlawall]

Originally Posted by jlawall

100 Mrs. G
200 Mrs. G "Captain Fluffy X2"
300 AdventureBlondeBoy "Blonde Pirate"
400 Kanga "Captain Jingles"
500 Mickeymo "Captain Cubbies"
600 jlawall "Captain Lucky"
700 jlawall "Captain Jet-lagged Lucky!"
800 lwilliams "Captain Dizzy"
900 3princessmommy "Captain Ouaga"
1000 ramule "Captain Beast"

1100 ramule "Captain Booey"
1200 3princessmommy "Captain Helllllllllllooooooooooo"
1300 teriyaki "Captain Singing Scallywag"
1400 jlawall Captain "Oops".....did I get another pirate???
1500 mickeymo "Captain Perezosa"
1600 jfis1020 "Captain Hoosier"
1700 jfis1020 "Captain Hilljack!"
1800 ramule "Captain Blondie!"
1900 jlawall "Pirate Procrastinator!"
2000 3princessmommy "Captain Steamy"

Sorry, I referenced your weather with this one! Let me know what you really want!

6m1w4d to go......on this pirate............pirate:

[jlawall]

Hope you are feelling better. First one of your daughters has malaria, now pneumonia, bet you can't wait to go to your next assignment.

Is that coming up, do we know where your going??? Updates.....glad you're back but sorry you've been ill.......Happy New Year!:wizard:

[3princessMommy]

Yes, we'll be leaving here in mid-June, taking a month or so of vacation (can u say DCL CRUISE!!!) and training, etc. Then heading off to Kampala, Uganda! :thumbsup2 It will be nice to go to an English-speaking country for a change! I can stop being the family translator!

So if anyone ever wants to visit the source of the Nile, you're welcome to visit!!! :goodvibes

Captain steamy is great! Although, probably will be a more appropriate title in May when the high temps will soar into the 120's!!!! :scared:

[jlawall]

Yes, we'll be leaving here in mid-June, taking a month or so of vacation (can u say DCL CRUISE!!!) and training, etc. Then heading off to Kampala, Uganda! :thumbsup2 It will be nice to go to an English-speaking country for a change! I can stop being the family translator!

So if anyone ever wants to visit the source of the Nile, you're welcome to visit!!! :goodvibes

Captain steamy is great! Although, probably will be a more appropriate title in May when the high temps will soar into the 120's!!!! :scared:

Wow, you are so brave living in all of those places (I could certainly do with the heat right now.) We just decided to do a weekend trip so Tracy (DD21) can visit a grad school in Miami ...........:) ..........we just want to be there for support of course!;)

[lwilliam]

Wow, you are so brave living in all of those places (I could certainly do with the heat right now.) We just decided to do a weekend trip so Tracy (DD21) can visit a grad school in Miami ...........:) ..........we just want to be there for support of course!;)

well, don't answer that - I DO know that answer:lmao: :lmao: :lmao:

OK, Ms Weather Lady wants to tell you we are going to have a snowstorm on Saturday, including YOUR area. :scared1: You better fly out Friday and come home Monday.:scared1: I can't believe you won't be home to watch YOUR Eagles!:sad2: I told that girl to go to grad school in Philly!:rolleyes1

[Dizzyworld]

Yes, we'll be leaving here in mid-June, taking a month or so of vacation (can u say DCL CRUISE!!!) and training, etc. Then heading off to Kampala, Uganda! :thumbsup2 It will be nice to go to an English-speaking country for a change! I can stop being the family translator!

So if anyone ever wants to visit the source of the Nile, you're welcome to visit!!! :goodvibes

Captain steamy is great! Although, probably will be a more appropriate title in May when the high temps will soar into the 120's!!!! :scared:

What an exciting life! I'd love to come visit the Nile, but I guess I'll have to settle for WDW & DCL. We had some friends that visited the Nile and many other places during a two week cruise. They loved it. Enjoy the rest of your time there. Be safe.

Back to sewing ten hooded animal bath towels for infants for gifts.......

[lwilliam]

What an exciting life! I'd love to come visit the Nile, but I guess I'll have to settle for WDW & DCL. We had some friends that visited the Nile and many other places during a two week cruise. They loved it. Enjoy the rest of your time there. Be safe.

Back to sewing ten hooded animal bath towels for infants for gifts.......

Sounds like 'we' found someone who can sew!:woohoo: :woohoo: :woohoo:
I smell FE!:lmao: :lmao: :lmao: :lmao: :lmao: :lmao: :lmao: :lmao: :lmao:

[tinkerbell_29]

Ugh we got snow but no snow day. I don't mind if it snows and we get the day off but I hate driving in it and having to be out. Ugh I've been of the Magic just a short time and I'm already wondering how I can make six months without warm weather and sunshine. I think I need to move to Florida. Hope everyone is having a good week.

Lissa

[Macavity]

Just checking in... Quietly reading - and watching all that is going on, and counting down... Hope everyone had a great new year -

So, what was the "oddest" gift that you got this last Christmas - and are you going to bring it on the cruise with you?

Amy

[mickeymo]

So, what was the "oddest" gift that you got this last Christmas - and are you going to bring it on the cruise with you?

Amy

Oddest gift? My parents who are visiting from Chicago, took advantage of driving down by wrapping up childhood board games and re-gifting them to us. Considering they were more than likely Christmas gifts the first time, they're really getting their money's worth :lmao: I am now the proud owner of my original Life game (I can't stand the updated edition)and Happy Days game, among others...

They're too big to pack, but I'm sure we'll be bringing a few card games.

[Dizzyworld]

Sounds like 'we' found someone who can sew!:woohoo: :woohoo: :woohoo:
I smell FE!:lmao: :lmao: :lmao: :lmao: :lmao: :lmao: :lmao: :lmao: :lmao:

:lmao: I actually bought my FE from Ebay. There are some Amazing FEs that people had made for their cruises though. Tomorrow I should get my embroidery machine back. It broke in the middle of making a Christmas gift of course. Once in a crazy moment I decided to make 25 flannel soccer pillowcases for my DD's teammates and other friends, and I added their name to each one. Twenty-five on paper didn't look like a lot, but in real life they sure took up a lot of room. I think I have spatial problems.

Still wishing for snow.......

[jlawall]

well, don't answer that - I DO know that answer:lmao: :lmao: :lmao:

OK, Ms Weather Lady wants to tell you we are going to have a snowstorm on Saturday, including YOUR area. :scared1: You better fly out Friday and come home Monday.:scared1: I can't believe you won't be home to watch YOUR Eagles!:sad2: I told that girl to go to grad school in Philly!:rolleyes1

Not until the 30th.......do you really think the Eagles will be in the SB?:rotfl:

[3princessMommy]

:lmao: I actually bought my FE from Ebay. There are some Amazing FEs that people had made for their cruises though. Tomorrow I should get my embroidery machine back. It broke in the middle of making a Christmas gift of course. Once in a crazy moment I decided to make 25 flannel soccer pillowcases for my DD's teammates and other friends, and I added their name to each one. Twenty-five on paper didn't look like a lot, but in real life they sure took up a lot of room. I think I have spatial problems.

Still wishing for snow.......

Do you make personalized pillowcases for other people too? I tried to get pillowcases for my DDs last DCL cruise to have the characters sign, but the woman who was going to make them ran into difficulties (technical and workload) and we never got them. I'm happy to reimburse for materials and time. :flower3: (But I completely understand if you don't want to start a trend!)

Our Ambassador kept teasing me every time we had a Christmas party because I kept requesting "White Christmas" or "Let it snow!" (She plays the piano.) I can wish, can't I??? :confused3 :lovestruc

[SC Minnie]

We rarely get snow here- maybe once a year- and if they predict even flurries the grocery stores are slammed with people- not really sure why. One flake and they start sending the kids home from school!


Its been a while since we checked into this thread. We got our Christmas trip behind us so we can start focusing more on this cruise! :cool1:

[jlawall]

We're supposed to get 4 inches tomorrow, ON SATURDAY!:confused3 What's the point of that??:rotfl:

[MrsG]

We're supposed to get 4 inches tomorrow, ON SATURDAY!:confused3 What's the point of that??:rotfl:

DITTO, although we are supposed to go north to Albany tomorrow for a Sci. competition. We shouldn't be too bad on Long Island, but the area we need to travel through may get 10 inches. I don't want to be stuck somewhere with 12 children that are not mine!!! I think we're cancelling. I'd actually rather shovel. (UGH!)

[lwilliam]

Stuck with 12 children that are NOT your own (I'm dreading being stuck with 2 kids and they ARE my own):scared1: :scared1: :scared1: :scared1: :scared1: :scared1: :scared1: :scared1:

Some advice from Lucy:

Cancel!:scared1: :scared1: :scared1: :scared1: :scared1: :scared1: :scared1:

My DH is feeling the same way about tomorrow - what is the reason for snow on a weekend he has off!:furious: :furious: :cold: :cold:


SC Minnie: it is about time we hear you say that!::MinnieMo ::MickeyMo :boat: :beach: :disrocks:

[MrsG]

Stuck with 12 children that are NOT your own (I'm dreading being stuck with 2 kids and they ARE my own):scared1: :scared1: :scared1: :scared1: :scared1:

Some advice from Lucy:

Cancel!:scared1: :scared1: :scared1: :scared1: :scared1: :scared1: :scared1:

My DH is feeling the same way about tomorrow - what is the reason for snow on a weekend he has off!:furious: :furious: :cold: :cold:


SC Minnie: it is about time we hear you say that!::MinnieMo ::MickeyMo :boat: :beach: :disrocks:

Lucy, I like how you think!!!!! :banana: :banana: We're going to get along just fine!:lmao: :lmao:

[mickeymo]

John's parents made it out of Chicago even with the snow and their plane has landed. I have a few minutes of quiet before I start running around around like crazy. My parents went back to their hotel so, I can relax a bit. Tonight's schedule is insane - I should majored in transportation logistics

4:00 - Pick up Maggie from school (she has both kids' instruments)
Mike has basketball practice before their tournament - he's staying at school
run through McDonalds's
drop her off at dance, so she can eat and get changed for class.
5:00-7:00 Maggie Dance
Drop McD's off at school before Mike gets on the bus at 6:30.
7:00 pick Maggie up and head to the tournament for an 8:15 game...

sigh -

[mickeymo]

bonus!!! John just got back from the airport - he's doing the activity run!!!!

[lwilliam]

bonus!!! John just got back from the airport - he's doing the activity run!!!!

Monica,
Would it just kill 'ya if I told you we were heading out to a relaxing dinner with another couple, no kids, to Texas Roadhouse? We owe this couple a dinner since he installed our flat screen TV on the fireplace before Christmas. Then tomorrow, we should be sitting at home all day doing nothing, watching it snow (latest prediction is 6-10 inches, I'm betting on no more than 4 inches):dance3: :dance3: :dance3: :dance3: :dance3:

Couldn't you just kill me!:lmao: :lmao: :lmao: :lmao: :lmao: :lmao: :lmao:

[mickeymo]

Monica,

Couldn't you just kill me!:lmao: :lmao: :lmao: :lmao: :lmao: :lmao: :lmao:

:lmao: Just about ready to head out to the basketball tournament - this will be tough, my bed time will be right about half time. Do you think ds14 will be embarrassed if I show up in my pj's...:lmao:

[jlawall]

DITTO, although we are supposed to go north to Albany tomorrow for a Sci. competition. We shouldn't be too bad on Long Island, but the area we need to travel through may get 10 inches. I don't want to be stuck somewhere with 12 children that are not mine!!! I think we're cancelling. I'd actually rather shovel. (UGH!)

Sorry, I know you were preparing for that..................:confused:

[jlawall]

Lucy, I like how you think!!!!! :banana: :banana: We're going to get along just fine!:lmao: :lmao:

Be careful. :rotfl2:

[jlawall]

Just checking in... Quietly reading - and watching all that is going on, and counting down... Hope everyone had a great new year -

So, what was the "oddest" gift that you got this last Christmas - and are you going to bring it on the cruise with you?

Amy
My car starter? and no!:rotfl2: :rotfl2: :rotfl2:

[jlawall]

John's parents made it out of Chicago even with the snow and their plane has landed. I have a few minutes of quiet before I start running around around like crazy. My parents went back to their hotel so, I can relax a bit. Tonight's schedule is insane - I should majored in transportation logistics

4:00 - Pick up Maggie from school (she has both kids' instruments)
Mike has basketball practice before their tournament - he's staying at school
run through McDonalds's
drop her off at dance, so she can eat and get changed for class.
5:00-7:00 Maggie Dance
Drop McD's off at school before Mike gets on the bus at 6:30.
7:00 pick Maggie up and head to the tournament for an 8:15 game...

sigh -

bonus!!! John just got back from the airport - he's doing the activity run!!!!

The good old days...........:cool1:

[tinkerbell_29]

Hope everyone is having a good weekend. The weather here is beign weird it is either very cold and snowing or warm and sunny. I wish it would make up it's mind and be one way or the other. Our poor furbaby is having to wear a lampshade so she will leave her eye alone. We have an English bulldog puppy and while we were on the Christmas cruise she picked up an eye infection. I feel sorry for her but it has been very entertaining to watch here run into things. We learned our lesson though and will never again board our very expensive baby this eye infection has been very expensive. All right I've got to getg back to class work. I'm getting my masters online from UOP and have five classses to go. In fact I'll graduate right before this cruise. Have a great Saturday!

Lissa

[lwilliam]

Hope everyone is having a good weekend. The weather here is beign weird it is either very cold and snowing or warm and sunny. I wish it would make up it's mind and be one way or the other. Our poor furbaby is having to wear a lampshade so she will leave her eye alone. We have an English bulldog puppy and while we were on the Christmas cruise she picked up an eye infection. I feel sorry for her but it has been very entertaining to watch here run into things. We learned our lesson though and will never again board our very expensive baby this eye infection has been very expensive. All right I've got to getg back to class work. I'm getting my masters online from UOP and have five classses to go. In fact I'll graduate right before this cruise. Have a great Saturday!

Lissa

Another reason to celebrate!:cool1: :cool1: :cool1: :cool1: :cool1: :cool1:

Our expected snowstorm was a bomb.....remember all those warnings I spoke about -HAH! hardly anything this morning....it is presently 3:30 and finally snowing - IF we do make an accumulation, it will be small. Looks real pretty outside right now. My DH and I are watching the Travel Channel and Samantha Brown (LOVE her!) is on a Med. cruise on the Brilliance of the Seas.
What a great way to spend a snowy day.:woohoo:

[3princessMommy]

I spent the day with 6 2-year olds! :scared1: :scared1: My baby turned two!!! She's not a baby anymore!!! :sad1: :sad1: What am I going to do now??? :confused3

Hey, wait - this means I'm only a few months away from NO DIAPERS!!!!!!!!

[disneymagic316]

It finally started snowing. We're only supposed to get a couple of inches before it turns to sleet and freezing rain. Yuk!

My daughter got accpeted to Flagler College in St. Auguistine.Fla. She's so excited!
It was her first choice. My oldest son and daughter-in-law both graduated from Flagler.

We just decided that we're going to go to WDW for a few days before the criuise. I'm going to book Saratoga Springs tomorrow.

[Dizzyworld]

Do you make personalized pillowcases for other people too? I tried to get pillowcases for my DDs last DCL cruise to have the characters sign, but the woman who was going to make them ran into difficulties (technical and workload) and we never got them. I'm happy to reimburse for materials and time. :flower3: (But I completely understand if you don't want to start a trend!)

Our Ambassador kept teasing me every time we had a Christmas party because I kept requesting "White Christmas" or "Let it snow!" (She plays the piano.) I can wish, can't I??? :confused3 :lovestruc

I finally sent you a PM. Several times when I tried to send it to you the site would freeze up.:confused3

[jfis1020]

Wow! You guys have been busy on here! I have been in Cincy for a few days as we lost a close friend. I am back home now ready to get some normalcy back into my life......yeah, like there ever was to start with!:lmao:

Went to IKEA today and spent a bunch, but had a blast. Now it's time to assemble things..........maybe tomorrow! I am tired.....

Oddest gift??? Well, I only got one, my coat. Afterall, I am going on DCL in July! That's the best gift ever!!!!!:banana:

[Fatphil32]

Figured I'd kick in... Had the best day ever. Woke up at 7:30 today, drove south with a friend about an hour and went snowboarding from 10:00 a.m. to 7:45 p.m. We had a great time boarding all day and I even bought a new board.

[jlawall]

Ok, I just figured out that on January 18th we will be under 6 months and all of the sudden, I'm thinking, wow, this trip is coming up fast!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Let's start getting ready!!!!!!!!!!!!

It sounds like everyone but me, knows what they're doing before the trip, that's the next step...............:cool1:

[3princessMommy]

Well we officially sent in our transfer schedule request - it includes a LOT of airplanes!!!! :scared1: :scared1:

Ouaga - Washington (training)
Washington - Denver (visit great-grandma who is 95)
Denver - San Antonio (visit one set of grandparents)
San Antonio - Orlando (WDW & DCL Magic!!! pixiedust: )
Orlando - Washington (visit other set of grandparents & training)
Washington - Kampala (new job!!!! :goodvibes )

Now we just have to wait to see if everyone will accept it. Kampala already asked DH to move up his arrival, but that's not going to happen since we're already leaving Ouaga as early as we can.

And, of course, it's important to remember that we are doing this crazy itinerary with three children under 7 and the international legs will involve the addition of 2 feline family members!

Remind me again why we do this????? :headache:

[mickeymo]

Hi All!

Just checking in quickly! The basketball tournament went fine - the lost in the consolation final round, ended 1w-2L. That win was the first win of the season.

We're leaving on the Voyager today!!! I watched her sail in on the Galveston port cam early this morning!

I'll see y'all next week!

[jfis1020]

Hi All!

Just checking in quickly! The basketball tournament went fine - the lost in the consolation final round, ended 1w-2L. That win was the first win of the season.

We're leaving on the Voyager today!!! I watched her sail in on the Galveston port cam early this morning!

I'll see y'all next week!

Have a great time Monica!!!!!:cool1: :banana: :hippie: :woohoo: :yay: :dance3: :cheer2:

[jfis1020]

Well we officially sent in our transfer schedule request - it includes a LOT of airplanes!!!! :scared1: :scared1:

Ouaga - Washington (training)
Washington - Denver (visit great-grandma who is 95)
Denver - San Antonio (visit one set of grandparents)
San Antonio - Orlando (WDW & DCL Magic!!! pixiedust: )
Orlando - Washington (visit other set of grandparents & training)
Washington - Kampala (new job!!!! :goodvibes )

Now we just have to wait to see if everyone will accept it. Kampala already asked DH to move up his arrival, but that's not going to happen since we're already leaving Ouaga as early as we can.

And, of course, it's important to remember that we are doing this crazy itinerary with three children under 7 and the international legs will involve the addition of 2 feline family members!

Remind me again why we do this????? :headache:

Because we only get one turn on this earth and you are living life the way it should be!!! You will remember this for a long time and you spent it with your family................way to go!!!:cheer2:

[jfis1020]

Hope everyone is having a good weekend. The weather here is beign weird it is either very cold and snowing or warm and sunny. I wish it would make up it's mind and be one way or the other. Our poor furbaby is having to wear a lampshade so she will leave her eye alone. We have an English bulldog puppy and while we were on the Christmas cruise she picked up an eye infection. I feel sorry for her but it has been very entertaining to watch here run into things. We learned our lesson though and will never again board our very expensive baby this eye infection has been very expensive. All right I've got to getg back to class work. I'm getting my masters online from UOP and have five classses to go. In fact I'll graduate right before this cruise. Have a great Saturday!

Lissa

Poor baby! I had an English Bulldog a few years ago. What a fun dog. His name was Ike and he was so ornery! They are a barrel of laughs!

GL with the Master's.........that brings back memories!:banana:

[jfis1020]

DITTO, although we are supposed to go north to Albany tomorrow for a Sci. competition. We shouldn't be too bad on Long Island, but the area we need to travel through may get 10 inches. I don't want to be stuck somewhere with 12 children that are not mine!!! I think we're cancelling. I'd actually rather shovel. (UGH!)

How disappointing to prepare for something of that caliber and not get to participate! But, I wouldn't want to be stuck with 12 children not belonging to me! Heck there are times I don't want to be stuck with MY OWN!!!:rotfl:
But, I hope you cancelled!!!!!!!!!:rolleyes1

[DarthVader92]

HEY GUYS!

Sorry I haven't been here for a LONG TIME!!! But, I do have some good news. I have revised the plan on the 1st post of the teen thread yet again so you should go ahead and check that out. I have informed the teens of a TEENS ONLY excursion for tortola and I am awaiting what they think about it.

Also, the DIS meet that has been scheduled for Sunday July 19 at 10am is still on. I have still yet to contact DCL about this, but all I need to ask them is for the Promenade Lounge to be reserved for us and ask for a sign outside the Promenade Lounge that says DIS Meet on it. Anyway, more on that when we get to it. I have figured out that Promenade Lounge should be big enough to have all of us even Quagmire decides to show up or someone of that nature. :rotfl2:

Please note that for us teens we will have our "get together" on Castaway Cay day. FIRST THING IN THE MORNING AT THE TEEN BEACH. MAKE A NOTE OF THIS BECAUSE THIS IS DEFINETLY A GO!!!!!!

Hope everyone had a fantastic holiday and a new year and I will be seeing you all REALLY SOON!

186 DAYS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! !!!!:goodvibes

[jlawall]

:thumbsup2 Hi All!

Just checking in quickly! The basketball tournament went fine - the lost in the consolation final round, ended 1w-2L. That win was the first win of the season.

We're leaving on the Voyager today!!! I watched her sail in on the Galveston port cam early this morning!

I'll see y'all next week!
Have a wonderful time and share when you return!!

[jlawall]

HEY GUYS!

Sorry I haven't been here for a LONG TIME!!! But, I do have some good news. I have revised the plan on the 1st post of the teen thread yet again so you should go ahead and check that out. I have informed the teens of a TEENS ONLY excursion for tortola and I am awaiting what they think about it.

Also, the DIS meet that has been scheduled for Sunday July 19 at 10am is still on. I have still yet to contact DCL about this, but all I need to ask them is for the Promenade Lounge to be reserved for us and ask for a sign outside the Promenade Lounge that says DIS Meet on it. Anyway, more on that when we get to it. I have figured out that Promenade Lounge should be big enough to have all of us even Quagmire decides to show up or someone of that nature. :rotfl2:

Please note that for us teens we will have our "get together" on Castaway Cay day. FIRST THING IN THE MORNING AT THE TEEN BEACH. MAKE A NOTE OF THIS BECAUSE THIS IS DEFINETLY A GO!!!!!!

Hope everyone had a fantastic holiday and a new year and I will be seeing you all REALLY SOON!

186 DAYS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! !!!!:goodvibes

I'm impressed!:thumbsup2

[jlawall]

Ok, now I really have to decide what we're doing before the cruise..........

[lwilliam]

Ok, now I really have to decide what we're doing before the cruise..........

your counter is GONE for our cruise!:scared1: :scared1: :scared1:

YES, it is time to start planning - we are actually going to start calling for our
Boardwalk stay this week (we can only book at the 7 month window--we own at Saratoga, which we do like).:woohoo: :woohoo:

I am SO READY!:yay: :yay: :yay: :yay: :yay: :yay:

[jlawall]

your counter is GONE for our cruise!:scared1: :scared1: :scared1:

YES, it is time to start planning - we are actually going to start calling for our
Boardwalk stay this week (we can only book at the 7 month window--we own at Saratoga, which we do like).:woohoo: :woohoo:

I am SO READY!:yay: :yay: :yay: :yay: :yay: :yay:
Don't worry, I just can't figure out how to do the rotating tickers or it would be there.......I'm going to work on the pre-cruise booking while waiting for the GGs to start......:surfweb:

[jlawall]

Ok, airfare is booked..........we're leaving 7/16 and returning 7/25.......

[lwilliam]

1) where are you staying?
2) what airline?
3) how many family members?
4) am i getting excited for this vacation?

[jlawall]

1) where are you staying?
2) what airline?
3) how many family members?
4) am i getting excited for this vacation?

1)GF (don't kill me, I went for it)
2)air tran and usairways
3)4-8
4)yes

Let's book Tea.

[LoriLuvsDisney]

1) where are you staying?
2) what airline?
3) how many family members?
4) am i getting excited for this vacation?

Back on the DIS board and getting excited, by countdown ticker says 6 months 6 days!

1. Flying in from San Francisco which arrives at MCO around 10:00 p.m. - taking the drive to the Port and staying at the Radisson.
2. The only non-stop flight from the SF area is on United.
3. 4 of us, me my DH, my DD (13) and DS (12)
4. YES - got the airline booked, the before and after hotels and a couple days after that all booked. Cars reserved. When I'm in the mall I've noticed that I'm starting to look for my 'cruise' wardrobe already. Haven't bought anything yet but the way these stores work their seasons I'll be buying shorts and swimsuits next month!

[jlawall]

This is great, who else wants to share?:cool1:

[starwood]

We stayed at GF twice. The first time Matt was about 5 and got sick the night before we left for Florida. He was coughing and throwing up. We stayed the first night at an off site hotel and were going to go to Universal (to see Barney) the next day and then check in at GF. He was too sick to go to Universal. When we checked in at GF DH went to check in and Matt and I just slumped on the couch (we had been up all night). I don't know if they took pity on us but we were upgraded to the Honeymoon Suite in the main building on the concierge level. This room was huge. Out one set of windows you could see the monorail coming in and the other you could see the wedding pavillion.

1. We are staying at the Residence Inn Port Canaveral 7/17 and AKV 7/25-7/29.
2. We are flying Delta non-stop out of LaGuardia arriving around 10:00 am.
3. There will be 3 of us.
4. Yes - I haven't had a vacation since April!!!!

[3princessMommy]

1) where are you staying?
2) what airline?
3) how many family members?
4) am i getting excited for this vacation?

1) Assuming that DH can actually get the reservation made, we'll be staying at Shades of Green.
2) I need to get started on the air trip planning, the itinerary is so complicated, that I'll have to work closely with our travel office to get it all put together. Regardless, we are supposed to arrive in Orlando on the 14th.
3) There are five of us, DH, me, DD(7), DD(5), & DD(2).
4) Definitely, but I've get to get myself organized to move before I can contemplate relaxing aboard DCL!!! Anyone out there want to help???:sad2:

[SC Minnie]

1) where are you staying?
2) what airline?
3) how many family members?
4) am i getting excited for this vacation?


1- Raddison - I think
2- None- we are driving down on Friday
3- Three- Me (Mona), DH (Tom aka scduckman), DD (Catherine aka SC Tinkerbell)
4- YES!!! We are going to Vero using DVC points in April has a primer for the cruise.

[luv2boys]

First...anyone know why I'm not getting the email notifications? I have it set to recieve them and am recieving them for other subscribed threads?

We are driving in on Thursday and staying at the Radisson for two night. Probably going to the beach on Thursday after arriving, space center Friday possibly. Headed back home right after cruise.

By the way, my name is Amy

[Dizzyworld]

1) where are you staying?
2) what airline?
3) how many family members?
4) am i getting excited for this vacation?

(1) Beach Club the day before
(2) Probably Southwest
(3) Only 3 this trip - me (Shirley), DS (Ace), DD (Allison)- (DH will be home recovering from 2 weeks of hiking in New Mexico with 22 other people- most of them are teenage boys:lmao:)
(4) I'm mixed. I like planning as much as doing the trips.

[Ramule]

1) Ormond Beach week before
2) Driving
3) 4 of us myself, wife, son (16) , daughter (13)
4) yes!!!:cool1: :banana: :yay:

[Ramule]

Why has the image been removed?:confused3 :confused3 :confused3

[tinkerbell_29]

1. No idea yet where we are staying pre or post cruise. Used points for cruise so got to book with cash.

2. Driving not flying TG

3. 3 of us me my mom Nancy and my brother Matt

4. Yes I'm excited about this vacation. I'm always excited about anything dealing with Disney. Besides it's a chance to swim with the dolphins again and be back on my beloved mickey ship other wise known as the Magic.

Lissa :upsidedow

[MrsG]

Ok, airfare is booked..........we're leaving 7/16 and returning 7/25.......

We are too!

1) SSR Thurs & Fri
2) Southwest
3) Just DH & me
4) ABSOLUTELY EXCITED!!!!!! :yay: :yay:

[jfis1020]

1. Arriving on Friday, don't know time yet - Staying at Hyatt in the airport
2. No airfare yet........waiting on SW to open the window on the 26th of Jan.
3. Me, DH, DS15, DS12, DD10, DM, DMIL
4. Too excited to know where to begin!:dance3:

[jlawall]

Lu, where's your entry?

[3princessMommy]

Why has the image been removed?:confused3 :confused3 :confused3

I think we have to put the new one up, but I was never able to get it to work. Any techies out there who can post the instructions again?:confused3

[lwilliam]

1) Arriving on Monday before cruise, staying at Boardwalk (:cool1: :cool1: :cool1: :cool1: :cool1: ) - just made ressies today - staying Monday-Friday afternoon.Staying Friday night at airport, to meet up with our older son, who will be flying in at that time (we think!)

2) AirTran, Monday, 7:00 AM, non-stop (thank goodness - can't STAND going thru Atlanta and not having luggage for our trip!:furious: ), no air home yet (and that's a problem:lmao: :lmao: :lmao: ) - AirTran hasn't opened dates for the 25th of July

3) Me, Lucy (no age available), hubby Bob (also no age available), son Bryan 22 (his appearance on this trip goes day to day....whatever MOOD he is in:scared1: :scared1: :scared1: doesn't have airfare yet) and Tyler, will be 17 by the time of this vacation (and LOVES cruising, but hanging with adults:confused3 :rotfl: )

4) Excited isn't the word!:woohoo: :yay: :dance3:


Did 'ya notice how everyone ELSE answered with a 'one-liner' - NO, Lucy just talks and talks and talks....:rotfl2: :rotfl2: :rotfl2:

When we get closer I'm hoping to make up a list of this information and e-mail or private message to everyone and set up a time in Disney (just an hour?) of meeting before the cruise, if anyone is interested?:confused3 :hug:

[jlawall]

Yes..........who's available to meet in one of the parks on maybe Friday?

[jlawall]

Also, I think I understood that "Darth Vadar" is booking us for a DISmeet in the Promenade Lounge on Sunday morning at 10am. Is that right? We should also be talking about trying to book a brunch in Palo in the large room (that holds about 14.) Lucy, would you be in charge of the Palo brunch?:goodvibes :headache: :hug: :dance3: :yay: :woohoo:
Seriously, who's interested in the Palo brunch? I think we need to collect all interested parties ressie numbers and then submit it ahead of time. We probably should do that now.......who's in?

[3princessMommy]

Also, I think I understood that "Darth Vadar" is booking us for a DISmeet in the Promenade Lounge on Sunday morning at 10am. Is that right? We should also be talking about trying to book a brunch in Palo in the large room (that holds about 14.) Lucy, would you be in charge of the Palo brunch?:goodvibes :headache: :hug: :dance3: :yay: :woohoo:
Seriously, who's interested in the Palo brunch? I think we need to collect all interested parties ressie numbers and then submit it ahead of time. We probably should do that now.......who's in?

Palo Brunch!!! COOL!!! Sans enfants?/without little ones? on a sea day?

The park schedules aren't released yet, but if they are the same as last year, DH was planning on doing Epcot on Friday.

[Dizzyworld]

I was thinking the same thing. Palo brunch in the private room is a wonderful idea. We did that once before with other Disers and it was fun. I didn't even know that room was back there until then.

[WVMD]

The 4 of us would be interested in Palo Brunch - of course it would be 5 if DD was not 14.... :rotfl:...

Virgil
pirate:

[disneymagic316]

1) where are you staying?
2) what airline?
3) how many family members?
4) am i getting excited for this vacation?

1) We're staying at SSR July 11-17 and the Radisson July 17th.

2) We're driving but other family members are flying.

3) They'll be 6-7 family members at SSR. Another 9 family members wiil join us at the Radisson.

4) We're very excited!

[tinkerbell_29]

We would definitely be interested in brunch at Palos. There are three of us. We love Palos did brunch for the first time on the Christmas cruise it was the perfect start for Christmas day for us.

Lissa

[MrsG]

Yes..........who's available to meet in one of the parks on maybe Friday?

This sounds great!!!!

Also, I think I understood that "Darth Vadar" is booking us for a DISmeet in the Promenade Lounge on Sunday morning at 10am. Is that right? We should also be talking about trying to book a brunch in Palo in the large room (that holds about 14.) Lucy, would you be in charge of the Palo brunch?:goodvibes :headache: :hug: :dance3: :yay: :woohoo:
Seriously, who's interested in the Palo brunch? I think we need to collect all interested parties ressie numbers and then submit it ahead of time. We probably should do that now.......who's in?

Tom & I are in on the Palo Brunch. Are you reserving it Lucy or did JoAnn just volunteer you:rotfl: :rotfl: . Also, do we pick a specific day at sea or does Disney? If we request a day, which one should we try for - the first day as a "get to know you" ?

[jfis1020]

This sounds great!!!!



Tom & I are in on the Palo Brunch. Are you reserving it Lucy or did JoAnn just volunteer you:rotfl: :rotfl: . Also, do we pick a specific day at sea or does Disney? If we request a day, which one should we try for - the first day as a "get to know you" ?

I am definitely in. I think my mother and mother in law would like it too. The verdict is out on Mark. I'll have to check in with him.

[jlawall]

Ok, the max is 14, so PM me your ressie numbers and I'll put us in for the first PALO brunch I can get......I'm afraid there's more than 14 of us, so we may need to start a second one.........I'll handle this one (sorry, Lucy, I know you wanted it.)

[disneymagic316]

Yes..........who's available to meet in one of the parks on maybe Friday?

We'll be leaving for the Radisson on Friday. Maybe we could meet Thursday?

[SC Minnie]

We might be interested in the brunch at Palo too.

For those staying at the Raddison on Fri-- anyone interested in a meet that evening? We have done that before- a short meet & greet by the pool while the kids swim.

[tinkerbell_29]

Well we finally got that snow day. Not much snow but enough to cancel school for today. The roads are really wet hopefully they will dry out and there wont be any ice tomorrow. I'm supposed to be doing class work instead I'm planning. Having a hard time deciding where to stay pre and post cruise. We will probable end up at SSR since that is home. As for a meet in one of the parks we would be up for that. Any park would be fine since we are really not planning on doing to much of anything but relaxing before the cruise. Off to do work now and get it done.

Lissa

[jlawall]

We'll be leaving for the Radisson on Friday. Maybe we could meet Thursday?

I could do Thursday night, I am arriving early that day. Whatever everyone wants will be fine with me. I will be leaving straight from my hotel so I can't do the Radisson meet.

What's the deal, I think both Houston and NC have had more snow than us this year!:confused3

[MrsG]

We could do Thurs. as we are arriving early and leaving for the cruise from SSR. Do you want to plan a dinner, or just meet somewhere in the parks?

[jlawall]

We could do Thurs. as we are arriving early and leaving for the cruise from SSR. Do you want to plan a dinner, or just meet somewhere in the parks?

I think to start out, we should see who's wants to do Thursday in the parks.......

1)JoAnn & spouse
2)Wendy & spouse?
3)Maryann & Tom

Who else?:woohoo:

[MrsG]

I think to start out, we should see who's wants to do Thursday in the parks.......

1)JoAnn & spouse
2)Wendy & spouse?
3)Maryann & Tom

Who else?:woohoo:

Great idea! :worship:

[tinkerbell_29]

Thursday in the park is fine with the three of us. Which park I know in Epcot we could arrange through Disney to do an Illuminations dessert type event. I've heard it is a lot of fun and great viewing for this show without having to pick a spot early and wait.

Lissa

[lwilliam]

Great idea! :worship:

Lucy and Bob:cool1:
Brunch: Lucy and Bob:cool1:
wine tasting: Lucy and Bob:drinking1
margarita/tequila tasting: Bob only:drinking:
eating a Mickey bar every day: Lucy:mickeybar :mickeybar :mickeybar

[jlawall]

I think to start out, we should see who's wants to do Thursday in the parks.......

1)JoAnn & spouse
2)Wendy & spouse?
3)Maryann & Tom
4)Lissa & co.
5)Lucy & Bob

Who else?:woohoo:

:goodvibes

[lwilliam]

We could also meet at the Boardwalk during the day.....we have a one-bedroom, or ON the boardwalk somewhere. OR if alot of people are staying at SS we could meet over there.....just suggestions

sorry for leaving but my 16 yr. old is waiting in the car to 'go driving'....all of a sudden he wants to do his 50 hours in two weeks time:scared1: :scared1: :scared1: :scared1: :scared1: :scared1: :scared1: :scared1: :scared1: :scared1: :scared1: :scared1: :scared1: :scared1: :scared1: :scared1:

[jfis1020]

I won't be arriving in central FL unti Friday, so I am out. But, folks, don't start partying too hard without me!:worship:

We are currently having an "artic blast". Our wind chills are expected to be in the -10+ category through Friday. They announced today before dismissal that we will be having two hour delays both Thurs. and Fri.:cool1: This way the kids are not out at 6:45 a.m. waiting on a bus. At least it will be lighter out???:confused3 Daylight or no daylight, cold weather is cold weather to me!:cold: :cold: :cold: :cold:

[jlawall]

I won't be arriving in central FL unti Friday, so I am out. But, folks, don't start partying too hard without me!:worship:

We are currently having an "artic blast". Our wind chills are expected to be in the -10+ category through Friday. They announced today before dismissal that we will be having two hour delays both Thurs. and Fri.:cool1: This way the kids are not out at 6:45 a.m. waiting on a bus. At least it will be lighter out???:confused3 Daylight or no daylight, cold weather is cold weather to me!:cold: :cold: :cold: :cold:

Wow, I've never heard of a delay due to cold weather! We might get a little snow but probably nothing will come of it.

I just heard a really tough story of my colleague's uncle who was killed on an icy road when a teenager slipped on ice and accidentally hit him while being dismissed early from school. It's really a shame when schools open and then close due to weather. Those teenagers shouldn't be driving if it can be helped (and of course mine did on those days too.):confused3

[jlawall]

We could also meet at the Boardwalk during the day.....we have a one-bedroom, or ON the boardwalk somewhere. OR if alot of people are staying at SS we could meet over there.....just suggestions

I'll probably be going to the parks that day b/c we only have two days, so that will work better for me. What does everyone else plan to do?

[jlawall]

Thursday in the park is fine with the three of us. Which park I know in Epcot we could arrange through Disney to do an Illuminations dessert type event. I've heard it is a lot of fun and great viewing for this show without having to pick a spot early and wait.

Lissa
This might be a good idea! I've never done this.:banana:

[starwood]

We have about an inch on the ground and it's still snowing but there is still school. It's supposed to stop by 11:00. But there is more snow predicted for Sat-Sun. I'm really starting to hate this winter.
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[3princessMommy]

Wow, I've never heard of a delay due to cold weather! We might get a little snow but probably nothing will come of it.

I just heard a really tough story of my colleague's uncle who was killed on an icy road when a teenager slipped on ice and accidentally hit him while being dismissed early from school. It's really a shame when schools open and then close due to weather. Those teenagers shouldn't be driving if it can be helped (and of course mine did on those days too.):confused3

I grew up in Nebraska and almost every year there was one week in January or February when we got out of school all together because the wind chills reached -40 below. They didn't even try to get the buses out in that kind of cold. :scared1:

[jfis1020]

:cold: :cold: :cold: :cold:

help me!!!

[tinkerbell_29]

I'm trying to concentrate on this cruise and take my mind off of the cold weather. Booked our pre and post stay. Pre-stay is at SSR our home resort. Our post stay will be at OKW. We really wanted at the boardwalk but there was nothing available other than a studio. Since we will be spending seven days crammed into a stateroom listening to Matt snore I would like at least three nights of sleep before hand and will definitely need sleep after. Were also delayed tomorrow due to temperatures and were delayed this morning also. I hate winter!

Lissa

[jlawall]

We don't have kids until Tuesday, we have an inservice day tomorrow and no school on Monday. So cold or not, we'll have a normal schedule tomorrow.:confused3

[jlawall]

Guess who's having a bday next week!:cheer2: :goodvibes :thumbsup2 :rotfl2:

[jlawall]

Wait, what just happened??pirate:

[jlawall]

Originally Posted by jlawall

100 Mrs. G
200 Mrs. G "Captain Fluffy X2"
300 AdventureBlondeBoy "Blonde Pirate"
400 Kanga "Captain Jingles"
500 Mickeymo "Captain Cubbies"
600 jlawall "Captain Lucky"
700 jlawall "Captain Jet-lagged Lucky!"
800 lwilliams "Captain Dizzy"
900 3princessmommy "Captain Ouaga"
1000 ramule "Captain Beast"

1100 ramule "Captain Booey"
1200 3princessmommy "Captain Helllllllllllooooooooooo"
1300 teriyaki "Captain Singing Scallywag"
1400 jlawall Captain "Oops".....did I get another pirate???
1500 mickeymo "Captain Perezosa"
1600 jfis1020 "Captain Hoosier"
1700 jfis1020 "Captain Hilljack!"
1800 ramule "Captain Blondie!"
1900 jlawall "Pirate Procrastinator!"
2000 3princessmommy "Captain Steamy"

2100 jlawall "Captain Frozen!"


6m2d to go......on this pirate............pirate:
I guess we're getting quicker and in 2 days it will be LESS THAN 6 MONTHS!
:beach: :hourglass :cheer2: :laundy: pixiedust:

[starwood]

6 degrees with a wind chill of 2 right now!http://bestsmileys.com/cold/8.gif

[disneymagic316]

I think to start out, we should see who's wants to do Thursday in the parks.......

1)JoAnn & spouse
2)Wendy & spouse?
3)Maryann & Tom

Who else?:woohoo:


It sounds good to me. My DH's name is Russ.

I'll see is my mom and mys siter would like to join us,too.

[disneymagic316]

Thursday in the park is fine with the three of us. Which park I know in Epcot we could arrange through Disney to do an Illuminations dessert type event. I've heard it is a lot of fun and great viewing for this show without having to pick a spot early and wait.

Lissa

It's a great idea. We did this 2 years ago when we were down with my DH's company. It was wonderful. They held it on a terrace near the Rose and Crown. It was a great spot for Illuminations.

[Dizzyworld]

We won't be arriving until Friday. We are just planning on hanging around SAB at the BC for the rest of the day depending on the weather.

The plans sound like fun though. Enjoy.

[3princessMommy]

It's a great idea. We did this 2 years ago when we were down with my DH's company. It was wonderful. They held it on a terrace near the Rose and Crown. It was a great spot for Illuminations.

If we are in Epcot on Thursday, this sounds like great fun! With five of us, we don't Park Hop - too pricey! :scared: But I'd love to do this and the girls adore Illuminations! :thumbsup2

[3princessMommy]

DH made our pre-cruise ressies today for Shades of Green, so we'll be there! YEAH!!!!!! :cool1: :cool1:

[MrsG]

Wonderful! It sounds like a few of us will be able to meet in the parks on Thurs. How do we go about doing the Illuminations dessert? This sounds like a great idea!!!! Anyone know?

[jlawall]

If we are in Epcot on Thursday, this sounds like great fun! With five of us, we don't Park Hop - too pricey! :scared: But I'd love to do this and the girls adore Illuminations! :thumbsup2

It sounds like a plan..........:)

[jlawall]

Wonderful! It sounds like a few of us will be able to meet in the parks on Thurs. How do we go about doing the Illuminations dessert? This sounds like a great idea!!!! Anyone know?

Originally Posted by jlawall
I think to start out, we should see who's wants to do Thursday in the parks.......

1)JoAnn & Ken & Rents
2)Wendy & Russ & Rents
3)Maryann & Tom
4)Lucy & Bob
5)3princessmommy (remind me of your names!!)

Who else? I forgot who knows how to do this.......i'm going to work on the PALO brunch ressies tomorrow.......I think we will probably have more than one group.

Also, if you can't meet in EPCOT, I someone is working on a meet in PL at 10am on Sunday morning and we also have our fish extender exchange. There's something for everyone!!:grouphug:

[MrsG]

JoAnn,

Don't forget to add 3PrincessMommy to the list. I think we'll have quite a crowd!

[jlawall]

Originally Posted by jlawall
I think to start out, we should see who's wants to do Thursday in the parks.......

1)JoAnn & Ken & Rents
2)Wendy & Russ & Rents
3)Maryann & Tom
4)Lucy & Bob
5)3princessmommy (remind me of your names!!)

Who else? I forgot who knows how to do this.......i'm going to work on the PALO brunch ressies tomorrow.......I think we will probably have more than one group.

Also, if you can't meet in EPCOT, I someone is working on a meet in PL at 10am on Sunday morning and we also have our fish extender exchange. There's something for everyone!!:grouphug:

JoAnn,

Don't forget to add 3PrincessMommy to the list. I think we'll have quite a crowd!

Thanks Maryann, I have her but I checked on page one and she's not on our list! We need to add her name and also, I'll change it here (I'm sure someone remembers but I'm brain dead right now...........is it Joann??)

[tinkerbell_29]

If y'all want to do the dessert/illuminations thing at Epcot on Thursday I'll be glad to arrange it. This far in advance we should have no problems getting a spot as I don't think those sell out in the summer like the do around the holidays. All i need is a head count of who wants to do this and then i can call. Yeah for long weekends we had a teacher workday today and are off on Monday. Stay warm as possible everyone.

Lissa

[jlawall]

If y'all want to do the dessert/illuminations thing at Epcot on Thursday I'll be glad to arrange it. This far in advance we should have no problems getting a spot as I don't think those sell out in the summer like the do around the holidays. All i need is a head count of who wants to do this and then i can call. Yeah for long weekends we had a teacher workday today and are off on Monday. Stay warm as possible everyone.

Lissa
Thx a lot for agreeing to do this (I'm not sure how to and I've always wanted to!) It looks like at this point we have about 16-18 people, how soon do you need a definite number?

)JoAnn & Ken & Rents
2)Wendy & Russ & Rents
3)Maryann & Tom
4)Lucy & Bob
5)3princessmommy (remind me of your names!!)
6)Lissa & family

[tinkerbell_29]

I'll call Disney tomorrow and see what they say. I think if i give them a will have say between 16-30 people they should be able to give me a quote and everything. after i get all the info I'll post it here. That way everyone has time to decide if they want to or not and then if on Monday I'll book it.

Lissa

[jlawall]

I'll call Disney tomorrow and see what they say. I think if i give them a will have say between 16-30 people they should be able to give me a quote and everything. after i get all the info I'll post it here. That way everyone has time to decide if they want to or not and then if on Monday I'll book it.

Lissa
Thx so much, that's great!!!:goodvibes

[lwilliam]

I'll call Disney tomorrow and see what they say. I think if i give them a will have say between 16-30 people they should be able to give me a quote and everything. after i get all the info I'll post it here. That way everyone has time to decide if they want to or not and then if on Monday I'll book it.

Lissa

for doing this.....let us know, please.:grouphug:

I just wanna do ANYTHING to dream about this coming summer:beach: ....this cold weather is killing me:cold: :cold: :cold: :cold:

[jlawall]

for doing this.....let us know, please.:grouphug:

I just wanna do ANYTHING to dream about this coming summer:beach: ....this cold weather is killing me:cold: :cold: :cold: :cold:

So much for global warming..........:beach:

[3princessMommy]

Originally Posted by jlawall
I think to start out, we should see who's wants to do Thursday in the parks.......

1)JoAnn & Ken & Rents
2)Wendy & Russ & Rents
3)Maryann & Tom
4)Lucy & Bob
5)3princessmommy (remind me of your names!!)



Hi Guys! Yep, remember I'm Joann #2???? :thumbsup2 We are Joann, Aaron, Caitie (7), Alex (5), & Grace (2). We'll make Thursday our Epcot day if we can get these illuminations ressies! Sounds fantastic!!!

[3princessMommy]

Originally Posted by jlawall

Also, if you can't meet in EPCOT, I someone is working on a meet in PL at 10am on Sunday morning and we also have our fish extender exchange. There's something for everyone!!:grouphug:


Who's organizing the FE? Please keep us on the list! Our daughters LOOOOOOVED this the last time we cruised! It was the only way to get them back to the cabin!!! "Hmmmm...I wonder what surprises are waiting in the fish extenders????" And they were racing to see who could get there first! :rotfl2: :rotfl2:

[jlawall]

Who's organizing the FE? Please keep us on the list! Our daughters LOOOOOOVED this the last time we cruised! It was the only way to get them back to the cabin!!! "Hmmmm...I wonder what surprises are waiting in the fish extenders????" And they were racing to see who could get there first! :rotfl2: :rotfl2:

Lucy :rotfl2:

I think to start out, we should see who's wants to do Thursday in the parks......the plan is Epcot Illuminations & dessert.

1)JoAnn & Ken & Rents
2)Wendy & Russ & Rents
3)Maryann & Tom
4)Lucy & Bob
5)Joann & Aaron & family(I feel really stupid.)
6)Lissa & family*organizer

If you're interested, jump on, we will still meet everyone on the ship if you can't make it. Also, there's been other talk of a pre-cruise meet at the Radison? I don't remember the details on the that one but I think it's Friday night.
:crowded:
Happy Weekend!!!!!!!

[bigAWL]

It's a great idea. We did this 2 years ago when we were down with my DH's company. It was wonderful. They held it on a terrace near the Rose and Crown. It was a great spot for Illuminations.

Hi. Aaron here (DH of 3PrincessMommy aka Joann#2). I've read about some people doing something called Illuminations Grand Gatherings. Is this what we're talking about? Here's something I found on that event:

International Dinner and IllumiNations Dessert Reception
Taste food from all around the world in a buffet style dinner. In the past there have been American, Italian, German and Chinese selections. Your fun-loving hostess, Auntie Roz, will keep the eveningly lively and someone from your party might even be part of the show! Make sure your outgoing children are ready to perform -- and have your camera ready!

Classic Characters such as Minnie Mouse and Goofy have been known to show up right before the dance party begins! After dinner, there is also time for photos with the characters before heading out to your VIP viewing area for "IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth."

The highlight of this viewing spot is a beautiful and elegant dessert buffet. Wine and coffee are served around the chocolate fountain and other sweets. Sounds like a dessert lover's dream come true!

You're leaving so soon? After the fireworks, you do not have to hurry out. Relax! Fill up another plate! Do anything to avoid the mass exodus around you. Think about how peaceful your walk out of Epcot will be once the crowds are gone.

Prices are $59.99 (Adult ages 10+) and $29.99 (Children 3-9). Remember that theme park admission is required and is NOT included in the price of the Grand Gathering.

It also said, that in order to book this, at least 80% of your party had to be staying at WDW resort. We actually won't be, technically.

[tinkerbell_29]

There is one for grand gatherings but this is different it would just be desserts. It is little known about because usually just corporations arrange but I have had friends do it before and they loved it. I'm on hold with wdw right now.

Lissa

[tinkerbell_29]

Just got off the phone with WDW. They no longer offer this to just groups you have to be a grand gathering or there with a convention. Talked with the grand gathering people and set up a grand gathering number to book this at least eight people have to want to do it. He said that Shades of green does count as staying on property. I asked because if i remember correctly one group is staying there. This is only available on Friday the 17 so if you want to do something on Thursday there were other options we could chose from. I can call and book for all of us but you would need to add the grand gatherings number to your resort reservation. I went ahead and got the number since it was free and did not require anything. The guy i talked to laughed when i said how the group meet it seems many groups from the disboards have done this before. Our group name is disboards gathering 2009. The grand gathering number is 824529 if nothing else we can all get a grand gatherings button. Let me know what y'all think and if you want to do it I'll book it for us on Monday.

Lissa

[tinkerbell_29]

The other events that are available is a private safari and dinner, a character breakfast at the MY, or a wishes fireworks cruise.

Lissa

[3princessMommy]

The other events that are available is a private safari and dinner, a character breakfast at the MY, or a wishes fireworks cruise.

Lissa

Do you have details for costs etc. for the other options? Friday night works for us at Epcot.

[tinkerbell_29]

I'm not sure about the cost for the other options. I know for the safari you take a private safari at the AK which ends with a private dinner at Tusker house that is very similar to the one at Epcot with the food and Characters. For the fireworks cruise you leave from the Contemporary where the characters of Peter pan are their to see you off. You take a cruise around the lagoon and then stop in front of the MK to watch the fireworks. The Character breakfast is in the MK at Tony's it includes Characters like Mickey, Minnie, Chip and Dale. It is basically like chef mickeys just on a smaller more intimate scale. I can call back and get cost if y'all are interested in these.

Lissa

[bigAWL]

Here's more on the other Grand Gatherings options:

Good Morning Character Breakfast at Magic Kingdom
Join proprietor Tony (with his thick Italian accent and serenading singing voice) at Tony's Town Square Restaurant for a breakfast experience that, in the past, has included Goofy, Pluto, Chip and Dale & the main man, Mickey Mouse. The characters visit each table, pose for photos, and lead the kids in some singing and dancing numbers.

The mouse himself will be there to greet all the guests arriving for the breakfast. Dont forget to bring your camera! After the meal is over, Tony will invite you to visit Mickey's PhilharMagic, for reserved seating at the very next show.

What is served? An all-you-can-eat meal served at your table that includes scrambled eggs, sausage links, Italian toast covered with berries, cereal and breakfast potatoes with caramelized onions. A vegetarian breakfast plate is also available.

Prices are $29.99 (adults ages 10+) and $17.99 (children 3-9). Prices are per person and include gratuity. Remember that theme park admission is required and is NOT included in the price of the Grand Gathering.


Magical Fireworks Voyage on the Seven Seas Lagoon
"Hop aboard Matey!" Be a guest on a pirate cruise with Patch the Pirate. Patch shares his Disney trivia and songs while giving a tour of the Seven Seas Lagoon and Bay Lake where you will see the Electrical Water Pageant. The highlight of this tour is the Wishes Nighttime Spectacular fireworks display over the Magic Kingdom.

Before you begin your adventure on the high seas, you'll start the evening at the Contemporary Resort with some piratey snacks and drinks (chocolate coins, assorted fruits, pretzels, popcorn, cookies, soft drinks, juices, and water). Aaarg!

Off to Neverland! Captain Hook and Mr. Smee start your pirate adventure off at a dessert reception. And don't forget to get Peter Pan's autograph and picture after your cruise. He'll be waiting for you on the boat dock.

Prices are $43.99 (Adult ages 10+) and $24.99 (Children 3-9). Cookies and other desserts are included in your cruise.


Safari Celebration Dinner at Animal Kingdom
You will experience the last tour of the day at Kilimanjaro Safari. However, expect a different adventure than the normal Safari. This tour is a bit longer and does NOT include the poacher storyline.

After your safari you will be lead to the Tusker House Restaurant to enjoy an African inspired dinner. There is authentic African music and instruments -- and please encourage kids of all ages to use the instruments! That’s why they're there.

Disney characters such as Turk (Tarzan) and Timon (Lion King) are waiting to pose for pictures and autographs when you leave the restaurant. Get those autograph books and cameras ready!

Prices are $59.99 (Adults ages 10+) and $29.99 (children 3-9). Remember that theme park admission is required and is NOT included in the price of the Grand Gathering.

[bigAWL]

Also, looking at this page: http://www.wdwinfo.com/Grandgathering-calendar.htm, July dates are not set yet for these Grand Gathering events. But on the schedule for May and June, the MK breakfast is offered each Wed and Sat, and the Illuminations thing is every Mon and Fri. The other two don't have dates listed for May or June at all. I'm not sure what that means fo July.

[tinkerbell_29]

The person that i talked to said that you would not be able to find the July dates on the web as they are in the process of updating that web page. They are available for booking but you have to call to get them.

Lissa

[jlawall]

I'm up for any of the ideas. We will be a group of 7, so I don't think the number of people would be a problem. I could also do the Friday night. The Illuminations dinner sounds really nice, but I will do whatever the group wants. We are staying at the GF, so we could definitely book this as a WDW resort. Thx to all for the ideas, it sounds really cool (I guess the fireworks ideas are best to me?)

[lwilliam]

WHAT we do, as long as we end up on the ship on Saturday:rotfl: :rotfl:

IF you guys plan anything Friday night, you can't count us in (but go ahead and do what you guys planned)...we'll be at the airport overnight that night.

I'm so happy 'Darth Vader' is planning a meet on the ship - you can count on us to be there!:boat:

Relaxing tonight at home. I just watched my Grey's Anatomy from Thursday night on the computer while the 'boys' watched a movie. :flower3:

YES, Lucy can organize the FE, but kindof funny, though. A person who has never done the FE is organizing this? This FE can only turn out to be a hoot!:rotfl2: :rotfl2: :rotfl2: :rotfl2: :rotfl2: :rotfl2: :rotfl2:
(I need directions from someone who has done this) - I've been reading up on this, and I do recommend we only do one 'gift' for the 7 days - not a daily gift....that's alot of work....ok?:grouphug:

[jlawall]

WHAT we do, as long as we end up on the ship on Saturday:rotfl: :rotfl:

IF you guys plan anything Friday night, you can't count us in (but go ahead and do what you guys planned)...we'll be at the airport overnight that night.

I'm so happy 'Darth Vader' is planning a meet on the ship - you can count on us to be there!:boat:

Relaxing tonight at home. I just watched my Grey's Anatomy from Thursday night on the computer while the 'boys' watched a movie. :flower3:

YES, Lucy can organize the FE, but kindof funny, though. A person who has never done the FE is organizing this? This FE can only turn out to be a hoot!:rotfl2: :rotfl2: :rotfl2: :rotfl2: :rotfl2: :rotfl2: :rotfl2:
(I need directions from someone who has done this) - I've been reading up on this, and I do recommend we only do one 'gift' for the 7 days - not a daily gift....that's alot of work....ok?:grouphug:

I definitely agree about the one gift for the 7 days...............

[Dizzyworld]

I agree with one gift too. On our last FE cruise, the person organizing it kept a list of what each gift was going to be to cut down on doubles or triples of the same thing. Just a thought.

[jfis1020]

I'm in for one gift! :rotfl: Teacher, yes......creative, no! I'll struggle with one in creativity!:lmao:
Lucy will do fine organizing.........she has three boys........anyone with three boys can do organizing!pixiedust:

[3princessMommy]

I agree with one gift too. On our last FE cruise, the person organizing it kept a list of what each gift was going to be to cut down on doubles or triples of the same thing. Just a thought.

I really like the idea of surprise. It's fun for me to run back with the girls to find out what our DisFriends have come up with. So, if we think this is a must - can it be done through PMs to the organizer only? I don't want to spoil the surprise for anyone. :goodvibes

I also like the idea of one FE for the cruise. We did a small little gift bag last time and delivered on the second night of the cruise. It took me at least an hour, if not two, to get around to all the cabins. I don't want to do that every night/day. (As much as I love you guys....I love my vacation too! :grouphug: )

I also really liked knowing how many kids (boys vs. girls) and how many adults were in each cabin. That way I could sort of personalize each gift and try to make sure that a 7-year old boy didn't get a princess necklace!!!! :crazy2:

I can't wait for the FE!!! I look forward to seeing everyone! Lucy, if you need some help, let me know. I'm happy to lend a hand. :wave2:

[jfis1020]

I really like the idea of surprise. It's fun for me to run back with the girls to find out what our DisFriends have come up with. So, if we think this is a must - can it be done through PMs to the organizer only? I don't want to spoil the surprise for anyone. :goodvibes

I also like the idea of one FE for the cruise. We did a small little gift bag last time and delivered on the second night of the cruise. It took me at least an hour, if not two, to get around to all the cabins. I don't want to do that every night/day. (As much as I love you guys....I love my vacation too! :grouphug: )

I also really liked knowing how many kids (boys vs. girls) and how many adults were in each cabin. That way I could sort of personalize each gift and try to make sure that a 7-year old boy didn't get a princess necklace!!!! :crazy2:

I can't wait for the FE!!! I look forward to seeing everyone! Lucy, if you need some help, let me know. I'm happy to lend a hand. :wave2:

UUUU, Lucy needing help??? Don't go there??:lmao: You'll understand when you meet her JoAnn #2!!!!::yes::

I think you are right with your thinking on the FE. And, I also would like to know how many little ones and what gender they are. I think the kids should do their own "exchange". I don't want someone without kids to go to the expense of putting in something for mine.

So, are we saying one FE gift per participating cabin? Then, if you have younger children they could do something for them the other children? What do you guys think?:coffee:

[jlawall]

UUUU, Lucy needing help??? Don't go there??:lmao: You'll understand when you meet her JoAnn #2!!!!::yes::

I think you are right with your thinking on the FE. And, I also would like to know how many little ones and what gender they are. I think the kids should do their own "exchange". I don't want someone without kids to go to the expense of putting in something for mine.

So, are we saying one FE gift per participating cabin? Then, if you have younger children they could do something for them the other children? What do you guys think?:coffee:

That's a nice idea if people want to do it. One gift per family and optional one gift per family w/little kids.princess:

I was thinking we could just surprise each other and that there would be no need to coordinate the items. What we do need when we're closer to the time is a list of room numbers. On my previous FE cruise, someone knew how to bring up the decks of the ship and then highlight the rooms we needed to deliver to. Can anyone do that kind of thing. :scared:

I'm not creative or clever with pictures (just a teacher, like Jenny):confused3

[MrsG]

I'm up for any of the ideas. We will be a group of 7, so I don't think the number of people would be a problem. I could also do the Friday night. The Illuminations dinner sounds really nice, but I will do whatever the group wants. We are staying at the GF, so we could definitely book this as a WDW resort. Thx to all for the ideas, it sounds really cool (I guess the fireworks ideas are best to me?)

We are also in, so that makes 9. The Illuminations sounds the best to us too. I think all ages would enjoy that one.

Anyone else in?

[Dizzyworld]

I was thinking we could just surprise each other and that there would be no need to coordinate the items. What we do need when we're closer to the time is a list of room numbers. On my previous FE cruise, someone knew how to bring up the decks of the ship and then highlight the rooms we needed to deliver to.

I like the idea of highlighted rooms on a deck plan, especially on Deck 8. I always get a little lost up there. I had to make our own list the last time.

I thought we were going to finally get snow today, but it is going to miss us again. I don't think we are going to get any here in Maryland. :sad2: Oh well....

Time to go make dips and dessert for the football party later today. My DH and DS are going to parties for the big game today. Everywhere you look in Maryland things are dressed in purple for the home team. That is kind of fun. My DD is cheering for the other team so she wasn't invited to any parties.:lmao: I'd rather watch soccer, not into football at all. So, I don't know what us girls will get into.

Hope everyone is having a fun day!

[mickeymo]

1) where are you staying?
2) what airline?
3) how many family members?
4) am i getting excited for this vacation?

1 - DK - probably raddison
2 - DK
3 - 10
4 - I'm ready!!!

[mickeymo]

Hi All!

We're back - 2nd load of laundry is already in the washing machine - caught up on e-mail and disboards - I love living 1/2 hr from the port. I could probably have the laundry done, bags repacked and back in port in time for sail away :thumbsup2

RCCL Voyager is a great ship - we had a great time with friends we met on our '07 Princess cruise out of Galveston. Good food, ate waayy too much. Lousy weather, it rained 6 out of the 7 days. We enjoyed sun for about 3 hours in Honduras and a sunny day at sea yesterday.

More later!

[tinkerbell_29]

Foe the Fe I'm all for only doing one gift or gift bag. On our Christmas cruise we had goodie bags for each day of the cruise by day three I was tired of having to deliver all of those that I deliver the remaining bags all in one night. It is really helpful to know who is traveling with children or if the cabin is just adults or teens. I like to make sure their is something in the bag for everyone.

For the Illuminations dinner/dessert VIP viewing area I need a head count and ages by Monday. Space for the one night we could do it was running out. If you are going to participate in this and are staying on property you need to add our grand gatherings number to your resort reservation. So you don't have to go back and look for it the number is 824529.

Hope everyone is having a great weekend!

Lissa

[jlawall]

:thumbsup2 I like the idea of highlighted rooms on a deck plan, especially on Deck 8. I always get a little lost up there. I had to make our own list the last time.

I thought we were going to finally get snow today, but it is going to miss us again. I don't think we are going to get any here in Maryland. :sad2: Oh well....

Time to go make dips and dessert for the football party later today. My DH and DS are going to parties for the big game today. Everywhere you look in Maryland things are dressed in purple for the home team. That is kind of fun. My DD is cheering for the other team so she wasn't invited to any parties.:lmao: I'd rather watch soccer, not into football at all. So, I don't know what us girls will get into.

Hope everyone is having a fun day!
Weird, everyone around here has green on!
:thumbsup2 GL and see you at the Super Bowl!!:cheer2:

[disneymagic316]

We would have loved to dot he Illuminations/ dinner and dessert but we're heading to the Radiisson on the 17th.

MrsG- Maybe we could meet at SSR being we'll both be there a couple of days together.

[jlawall]

Hi All!

We're back - 2nd load of laundry is already in the washing machine - caught up on e-mail and disboards - I love living 1/2 hr from the port. I could probably have the laundry done, bags repacked and back in port in time for sail away :thumbsup2

RCCL Voyager is a great ship - we had a great time with friends we met on our '07 Princess cruise out of Galveston. Good food, ate waayy too much. Lousy weather, it rained 6 out of the 7 days. We enjoyed sun for about 3 hours in Honduras and a sunny day at sea yesterday.

More later!

Wow, that went fast..............sorry about the weather..............any change of scenery is good!:goodvibes

[jlawall]

Foe the Fe I'm all for only doing one gift or gift bag. On our Christmas cruise we had goodie bags for each day of the cruise by day three I was tired of having to deliver all of those that I deliver the remaining bags all in one night. It is really helpful to know who is traveling with children or if the cabin is just adults or teens. I like to make sure their is something in the bag for everyone.

For the Illuminations dinner/dessert VIP viewing area I need a head count and ages by Monday. Space for the one night we could do it was running out. If you are going to participate in this and are staying on property you need to add our grand gatherings number to your resort reservation. So you don't have to go back and look for it the number is 824529.

Hope everyone is having a great weekend!

LissaThx for organizing this.............I'll say, 5 of us, 52, 47, 24, 22, 19..............the only thing is, I may have to change my number of people as we get closer. There's a few things in the works. Would it be better to add later? My parents haven't bought their airfare yet, one of my girls may be in school and maybe I'll be bringing additional people. Let me know when you have a chance.:flower3:

[lwilliam]

I have a question - what night is the Illumination Cruise?:confused3

Yes, IF the Illumination cruise is Friday night, we can't meet anyone - we could also come over to Saratoga and meet some of the DISers and other night, Monday-Thursday!:cheer2: :cheer2: :cheer2: :cheer2:

Joann: since we've never stayed at the GF (GF and SoG only Disney hotels we've never been at) - we must come over and see your room....yes, I just invited myself - what else is new with me?:lmao: :lmao: :lmao: :lmao: :lmao: :lmao: :lmao: :lmao: :lmao: :lmao:

[lwilliam]

I just noticed - we are down to 6 months, even.

6 months from today's date - we'll all be on the Magic, waiting to sail..:yay: :yay: :yay: :yay: :boat: :disrocks:

[Dizzyworld]

I just noticed - we are down to 6 months, even.

6 months from today's date - we'll all be on the Magic, waiting to sail..:yay: :yay: :yay: :yay: :boat: :disrocks:

WOW!! I didn't notice that either. I must be slipping.

[luv2boys]

Mine shows less because I have mine showing the SECOND we leave the house to head that way!!!!!

By the way, I'm for the 1 gift and also for a Friday night Radisson meet. Can't do the parks.

[tinkerbell_29]

Thx for organizing this.............I'll say, 5 of us, 52, 47, 24, 22, 19..............the only thing is, I may have to change my number of people as we get closer. There's a few things in the works. Would it be better to add later? My parents haven't bought their airfare yet, one of my girls may be in school and maybe I'll be bringing additional people. Let me know when you have a chance.:flower3:

From what i understood it is easy to add people to the group at a later date. Right now they are just looking for a basic head count. He told me that i would get a call about forty five days before hand to confirm everything including a head count. I was told you could add or subtract people then

[MrsG]

We would have loved to dot he Illuminations/ dinner and dessert but we're heading to the Radiisson on the 17th.

MrsG- Maybe we could meet at SSR being we'll both be there a couple of days together.

Sounds great. We can coordinate when as it gets closer.

From what i understood it is easy to add people to the group at a later date. Right now they are just looking for a basic head count. He told me that i would get a call about forty five days before hand to confirm everything including a head count. I was told you could add or subtract people then

We'll be 2 adults (both 50 - at least for a few weeks more, both 51 at time of cruise) Thanks for doing this. Let me know when we should call to add to our ressie.

[MrsG]

Yes! 6 Months today. YIPPEE!!!!!

[tinkerbell_29]

Sounds great. We can coordinate when as it gets closer.



We'll be 2 adults (both 50 - at least for a few weeks more, both 51 at time of cruise) Thanks for doing this. Let me know when we should call to add to our ressie.

You may call when ever you like to add the number to your ressie as long as it is before we go. For those unable to do the illuminations dinner you cna still add the number to your ressie and get the grand gatherings button. If we all wrote disboards or something similar on it it would be a good way to locate others in the park as your going along. Of course i may be the only person in the whole world who pays any attention to what somebodies button says.

Lissa

[lwilliam]

You may call when ever you like to add the number to your ressie as long as it is before we go. For those unable to do the illuminations dinner you cna still add the number to your ressie and get the grand gatherings button. If we all wrote disboards or something similar on it it would be a good way to locate others in the park as your going along. Of course i may be the only person in the whole world who pays any attention to what somebodies button says.

Lissa

I read buttons and tee-shirts!::yes:: ::yes:: ::yes:: ::yes:: ::yes:: ::yes::

[tinkerbell_29]

Glad to know I'm not the only one my family thinks I'm weird because of this. I've even been knowing to wish perfect strangers happy b-day by name when i notice their button.

Lissa

[jlawall]

I have a question - what night is the Illumination Cruise?:confused3

Yes, IF the Illumination cruise is Friday night, we can't meet anyone - we could also come over to Saratoga and meet some of the DISers and other night, Monday-Thursday!:cheer2: :cheer2: :cheer2: :cheer2:

Joann: since we've never stayed at the GF (GF and SoG only Disney hotels we've never been at) - we must come over and see your room....yes, I just invited myself - what else is new with me?:lmao: :lmao: :lmao: :lmao: :lmao: :lmao: :lmao: :lmao: :lmao: :lmao:
Of course, Lucy, you and all are invited, we arrive on Thursday, so I'll call you (and everyone else and we'll have tea?)............at GF........

[jlawall]

From what i understood it is easy to add people to the group at a later date. Right now they are just looking for a basic head count. He told me that i would get a call about forty five days before hand to confirm everything including a head count. I was told you could add or subtract people then


Thx, by then I should know for sure................

[Albill]

This is Bill, I'm a little depressed right now.........how is everyone?

[lwilliam]

Of course, Lucy, you and all are invited, we arrive on Thursday, so I'll call you (and everyone else and we'll have tea?)............at GF........

since I don't LOVE tea, I'll stop by the Polynesian and have some Kona coffee and you can have the cookies ready, ok? :rotfl2: :rotfl2: :rotfl2: :rotfl2:

[Albill]

It's me Bill & Alice, JoAnn #1's parents. We're just subscribing and getting caught up......hope all are well.......6 months.....woohoo

[MrsG]

It's me Bill & Alice, JoAnn #1's parents. We're just subscribing and getting caught up......hope all are well.......6 months.....woohoo


Hi Mr. & Mrs. Rent,

Oh my goodness, you're going to get sick of seeing us (we're on the Baltic with you too). There sure is a lot to get caught up with (actually, most of the posts are from JoAnn :rotfl2: :rotfl2: :rotfl2: ). Seriously, we are a chatty bunch who are really looking forward to warm sea breezes. :beach:

[jfis1020]

This is Bill, I'm a little depressed right now.........how is everyone?

I'm sorry about your Beagles, Bill. I cheered for them just for you!:sad:

[jlawall]

Hi Mr. & Mrs. Rent,

Oh my goodness, you're going to get sick of seeing us (we're on the Baltic with you too). There sure is a lot to get caught up with (actually, most of the posts are from JoAnn :rotfl2: :rotfl2: :rotfl2: ). Seriously, we are a chatty bunch who are really looking forward to warm sea breezes. :beach:

Let me just clarify, they're definitely coming on this cruise and they're "thinking" about next year!! I taught them how to use their User CP key to find us quickly, let's see if they figure it out!:cool1:

[Fatphil32]

I'm sorry about your Beagles, Bill. I cheered for them just for you!:sad:

I didn't.;)

[3princessMommy]

We are also in, so that makes 9. The Illuminations sounds the best to us too. I think all ages would enjoy that one.

Anyone else in?

Count us in for the Grand gatherings illuminations on Friday too. We were planning to be in Epcot on Friday anyway. :cool1: :cheer2: pixiedust: :wave2: We are five (2 adults & 3 children - 7,5, & 2) and staying at Shades of Green.

So, how does the reservation work? Do we just give the hotel the number? How do we pay for it? :confused3

[tinkerbell_29]

All you need to do right now is give your hotel the gatherings number. I'll call later today and make the ressie for the illuminations. We pay 45 days in advance. I'm sure i can set it up where each person can call and pay for their family. I'll find out when i call later today.

Lissa

[jlawall]

All you need to do right now is give your hotel the gatherings number. I'll call later today and make the ressie for the illuminations. We pay 45 days in advance. I'm sure i can set it up where each person can call and pay for their family. I'll find out when i call later today.

LissaOk, I'll do that later today, when i'm at home.........thx again for this!

[disneymagic316]

I have a question - what night is the Illumination Cruise?:confused3

Yes, IF the Illumination cruise is Friday night, we can't meet anyone - we could also come over to Saratoga and meet some of the DISers and other night, Monday-Thursday!:cheer2: :cheer2: :cheer2: :cheer2:

Joann: since we've never stayed at the GF (GF and SoG only Disney hotels we've never been at) - we must come over and see your room....yes, I just invited myself - what else is new with me?:lmao: :lmao: :lmao: :lmao: :lmao: :lmao: :lmao: :lmao: :lmao: :lmao:

Of course, Lucy, you and all are invited, we arrive on Thursday, so I'll call you (and everyone else and we'll have tea?)............at GF........

[QUOTE=MrsG;29751276][COLOR="Red"]Sounds great. We can coordinate when as it gets closer.[/COLOR


It does sound great. I can't wait.

[MrsG]

I'll have to call tomorrow to add the Grand Gathering. DVC member services is closed today. It sounds like such fun!

[tinkerbell_29]

I'll have to call either tomorrow or on Saturday to book this guys. I completely forgot it was a holiday and member services and the people who book grand gathering events are closed today. If it keeps snowing we will be off tomorrow and I will be able to do it then if not I'll do it on Saturday.

Lissa

[jlawall]

Foe the Fe I'm all for only doing one gift or gift bag. On our Christmas cruise we had goodie bags for each day of the cruise by day three I was tired of having to deliver all of those that I deliver the remaining bags all in one night. It is really helpful to know who is traveling with children or if the cabin is just adults or teens. I like to make sure their is something in the bag for everyone.

For the Illuminations dinner/dessert VIP viewing area I need a head count and ages by Monday. Space for the one night we could do it was running out. If you are going to participate in this and are staying on property you need to add our grand gatherings number to your resort reservation. So you don't have to go back and look for it the number is 824529.

Hope everyone is having a great weekend!

LissaOk, so we call tomorrow and add this number to our resort ressie? Just trying to get this right, thx!

[tinkerbell_29]

Yes call tomorrow. Nobody is open today other than dining it's a holiday. Who knew some of Disney closed for holidays.

Lissa

[jlawall]

Check out my rotating banner!!::yes:: :hyper: pixiedust: :beach: :thumbsup2

[jfis1020]

Check out my rotating banner!!::yes:: :hyper: pixiedust: :beach: :thumbsup2

I like it!!!:thumbsup2 :thumbsup2 :thumbsup2

[jlawall]

I like it!!!:thumbsup2 :thumbsup2 :thumbsup2

Thx!!

[3princessMommy]

Check out my rotating banner!!::yes:: :hyper: pixiedust: :beach: :thumbsup2

Hey JoAnn, how'd you do that????

[lwilliam]

to have off today - glued to the TV. Did you see the news and those children dancing with Jonas Brothers and Hannah Montana last night - gave me goosebumps. I love any bit of news on the children and their mom...
can't wait to see her dress tonight. Sorry for the off-topic of the cruise, but today is SO historical in my mind....glad to be home and witnessing every minute of it. (and sitting in my warm house:flower3: )

So, Jo-Jo, did you do the rotating countdown or Tara? :lmao: :lmao: :lmao: :lmao: :lmao: :lmao: :lmao: :lmao:
I LOVE it. Did you have a delay today? I saw alot of schools in your area had delays. Our area has alot of black ice but no delays or cancellations.

Anyone home and want to chat today - i'll be on-line.....have a GREAT day.:grouphug:

[3princessMommy]

to have off today - glued to the TV. Did you see the news and those children dancing with Jonas Brothers and Hannah Montana last night - gave me goosebumps. I love any bit of news on the children and their mom...
can't wait to see her dress tonight. Sorry for the off-topic of the cruise, but today is SO historical in my mind....glad to be home and witnessing every minute of it. (and sitting in my warm house:flower3: )



I am hosting over 400 Burkinabe nationals at the American Cultural Center today to watch the inauguration LIVE! I'm praying that everything works!!! (I have three TV's and a satellite connection to worry about!)

Glad it will be about 80 degrees! (Although people are complaining that it's a little chilly today. :rolleyes2 )

Guess I' better get ready - gotta go change clothes! :groom:

[lwilliam]

I am hosting over 400 Burkinabe nationals at the American Cultural Center today to watch the inauguration LIVE! I'm praying that everything works!!! (I have three TV's and a satellite connection to worry about!)

Glad it will be about 80 degrees! (Although people are complaining that it's a little chilly today. :rolleyes2 )

Guess I' better get ready - gotta go change clothes! :groom:

Complaining it is 80 degrees! :cold: :cold: :cold: :rotfl2: :rotfl2: :rotfl2:

[MrsG]

Good luck with the Inaugural coverage!

BTY, I hear that MS is verrrry busy today because it is the 11 window for theChristmas holiday. So we might just have to wait a few days to add the Grand Gathering to our ressies.

[SC Minnie]

Well, we have snow today in the suburbs of Charlotte. It has been snowing since early morning.

[disneymagic316]

Check out my rotating banner!!::yes:: :hyper: pixiedust: :beach: :thumbsup2

JoAnn- I love your banner!

I am hosting over 400 Burkinabe nationals at the American Cultural Center today to watch the inauguration LIVE! I'm praying that everything works!!! (I have three TV's and a satellite connection to worry about!)

Glad it will be about 80 degrees! (Although people are complaining that it's a little chilly today. :rolleyes2 )

Guess I' better get ready - gotta go change clothes! :groom:

Good luck today.

[tinkerbell_29]

Lot's of snow unfortunately school was delayed not closed. Which was kind of a nightmare in fact I'm still here wondering how I'm going to get home in this mess it is snowing again. I hate winter!!!!!!

Lissa

[SC Minnie]

Well, our snow is gone now. Just the way I like it- it's pretty to see coming down and covering everything and then goes away!!!

[jlawall]

Hey JoAnn, how'd you do that????

to have off today - glued to the TV. Did you see the news and those children dancing with Jonas Brothers and Hannah Montana last night - gave me goosebumps. I love any bit of news on the children and their mom...
can't wait to see her dress tonight. Sorry for the off-topic of the cruise, but today is SO historical in my mind....glad to be home and witnessing every minute of it. (and sitting in my warm house:flower3: )

So, Jo-Jo, did you do the rotating countdown or Tara? :lmao: :lmao: :lmao: :lmao: :lmao: :lmao: :lmao: :lmao:
I LOVE it. Did you have a delay today? I saw alot of schools in your area had delays. Our area has alot of black ice but no delays or cancellations.

Anyone home and want to chat today - i'll be on-line.....have a GREAT day.:grouphug:

JoAnn- I love your banner!



Good luck today.

Thx to all for the banner comments........it took me a while to figure out but it's so cool........go on the Mickeypath.com website.......choose your banner etc., and write down the jpg number and then you add them to the rotating banner part and it does work........it's so neat.......try it!:thumbsup2

Regular day at school.......no delay, messy roads in the morning, school has been H*** lately.........it will get better..........:crazy2: :scratchin

[jlawall]

So here I am, up in the middle of the night again.........:rolleyes:

[jlawall]

Anyone else obsessed with "Housewives of Orange County?"

[jlawall]

Since I'm still up.......I was reading some threads on the main forum.......this is advice on how to tour Tortola w/o a tour..........

<<Tortola is like my home away from home My husband and I charter a sailboat there and sail the BVI every year at least once! It is a little piece of heaven.

Whatever you do, DO NOT, I repeat, DO NOT go with the rest of the folks to Cane Garden Bay when there are cruise ships in Road Town.

In general, you can get almost anywhere on Tortola for about $20/pp in a cab -- one way. That being said....if you skip all the taxis gathered at the dock and meander your way to the taxi stand by the Road Town ferry dock - just walk to your left, through the flea market as you get off the ship -- the ferry dock is across the street from Pusser's and there's a taxi stand right there.

I would recommend taking a taxi over to Trellis Bay for the day. Pack your beach bag, a towel, etc -- and head on over. Grab something to eat for breakfast at Da Loose Mongoose and hang out for a while -- there's also a free ferry service from Trellis over to Marina Cay -- which is GORGEOUS. Lovely beach, beautiful water, there's a Pusser's and a Pusser's Store on Marina Cay -- you can get yourself a painkiller (best rum drink in the universe) or 2 or 3...and just tell your taxi driver to meet you back at Trellis Bay in time to get you back to the ship.

You could also opt for heading over to Brewer's Bay for the day -- it's the beach right before you get to Cane Garden Bay -- also absolutely beautiful and might not be quite as crowded as Cane Garden -- there are limited places to park yourself as there is really only one beach bar so there's not a ton of beach chairs (if any) that might be available.

You could also opt for taking a taxi over to Long Bay Beach Resort if you wanted more of a "full service" atmosphere.

I would opt for a day at the beach any way you look at it on Tortola -- there are just too many beautiful ones! >>
:beach:

[disneymagic316]

Since I'm still up.......I was reading some threads on the main forum.......this is advice on how to tour Tortola w/o a tour..........

<<Tortola is like my home away from home My husband and I charter a sailboat there and sail the BVI every year at least once! It is a little piece of heaven.

Whatever you do, DO NOT, I repeat, DO NOT go with the rest of the folks to Cane Garden Bay when there are cruise ships in Road Town.

In general, you can get almost anywhere on Tortola for about $20/pp in a cab -- one way. That being said....if you skip all the taxis gathered at the dock and meander your way to the taxi stand by the Road Town ferry dock - just walk to your left, through the flea market as you get off the ship -- the ferry dock is across the street from Pusser's and there's a taxi stand right there.

I would recommend taking a taxi over to Trellis Bay for the day. Pack your beach bag, a towel, etc -- and head on over. Grab something to eat for breakfast at Da Loose Mongoose and hang out for a while -- there's also a free ferry service from Trellis over to Marina Cay -- which is GORGEOUS. Lovely beach, beautiful water, there's a Pusser's and a Pusser's Store on Marina Cay -- you can get yourself a painkiller (best rum drink in the universe) or 2 or 3...and just tell your taxi driver to meet you back at Trellis Bay in time to get you back to the ship.

You could also opt for heading over to Brewer's Bay for the day -- it's the beach right before you get to Cane Garden Bay -- also absolutely beautiful and might not be quite as crowded as Cane Garden -- there are limited places to park yourself as there is really only one beach bar so there's not a ton of beach chairs (if any) that might be available.

You could also opt for taking a taxi over to Long Bay Beach Resort if you wanted more of a "full service" atmosphere.

I would opt for a day at the beach any way you look at it on Tortola -- there are just too many beautiful ones! >>
:beach:

Thanks for the info. We'll definitely be doing a beach day here.

My daughter passed her road test this morning. She's very excited!

[Dizzyworld]

Anyone else obsessed with "Housewives of Orange County?"

Not obsessed with them, but I do find them amusing.

[MrsG]

Thanks for the info. We'll definitely be doing a beach day here.

My daughter passed her road test this morning. She's very excited!

Congrats to your daughter!!!!!!:cool1: :cool1:

I've been checking out Cruise Critic to see what they say. Tom & I are not big beachgoers and we will have a whole day at Castaway Cay. We like to tour wherever we go and see the island that way. Then, maybe a snorkle beach stop for an hour or two. We'll probably do a DCL excursion. Andrew recommended the Baths and they are supposed to be a good place to snorkle. So we'll see what times the excursions are offered before we decide.

St. Maarten doesn't seem to have a whole lot except Orient Beach and shopping. Anyone have any suggestions??

Haven't had a chance to check out St. Thomas/St. John. We haven't been to either and I would love to see both, but not sure how feasible this would be in one day. Any ideas?

[disneymagic316]

Congrats to your daughter!!!!!!:cool1: :cool1:

I've been checking out Cruise Critic to see what they say. Tom & I are not big beachgoers and we will have a whole day at Castaway Cay. We like to tour wherever we go and see the island that way. Then, maybe a snorkle beach stop for an hour or two. We'll probably do a DCL excursion. Andrew recommended the Baths and they are supposed to be a good place to snorkle. So we'll see what times the excursions are offered before we decide.

St. Maarten doesn't seem to have a whole lot except Orient Beach and shopping. Anyone have any suggestions??

Haven't had a chance to check out St. Thomas/St. John. We haven't been to either and I would love to see both, but not sure how feasible this would be in one day. Any ideas?

Thanks!

We're also thinking of the Baths.

We were to St. Thomas and did a DCL excursion which gave a bus tour of the island and a couple of hours at a beach resort. I'd like to go to St. John's but I thnk it's mostly beach excursions. We really haven't decided yet what we're going to do.

[jlawall]

:thumbsup2 Thanks for the info. We'll definitely be doing a beach day here.

My daughter passed her road test this morning. She's very excited!

[jlawall]

Congrats to your daughter!!!!!!:cool1: :cool1:

I've been checking out Cruise Critic to see what they say. Tom & I are not big beachgoers and we will have a whole day at Castaway Cay. We like to tour wherever we go and see the island that way. Then, maybe a snorkle beach stop for an hour or two. We'll probably do a DCL excursion. Andrew recommended the Baths and they are supposed to be a good place to snorkle. So we'll see what times the excursions are offered before we decide.

St. Maarten doesn't seem to have a whole lot except Orient Beach and shopping. Anyone have any suggestions??

Haven't had a chance to check out St. Thomas/St. John. We haven't been to either and I would love to see both, but not sure how feasible this would be in one day. Any ideas?

Thanks!

We're also thinking of the Baths.

We were to St. Thomas and did a DCL excursion which gave a bus tour of the island and a couple of hours at a beach resort. I'd like to go to St. John's but I thnk it's mostly beach excursions. We really haven't decided yet what we're going to do.

There's a lot more than beaches on both islands, but, the beaches especially on St. John, are some of the most beautiful in the world.......I will be traveling there in April on a land trip, so I've been doing some research. Also, these will begin in the Spring so we can read their trip reports before we decide on excursions which should be an advantage........:beach:

[lwilliam]

I want to thank you for taking your precious time to go to the island before our trip to check out everything for this group! What a kind person you are:lmao: :rotfl2: :rotfl: :beach:

Wendy: congrats to your daughter!:cheer2: :car: I am NOT happy about teaching my son to drive....my husband DEFINITELY has more patience than I do with this task! For example: (and thank goodness this was in town and no other cars around!) he thought he didn't need to stop at the stop sign "because the guy in front of him didn't stop":scared1: :scared1: :scared1: :scared1: :scared1: :scared1: This is going to be a l-o-n-g spring!:sad:

Yes, JoAnn is right - we can see what everyone else is saying about the tours and the islands...what a great idea (as they say, JoAnn, the older you get, the wiser you get):rolleyes1 :hug: :rotfl2:

Joann: how was your inauguration coverage?:confused3 :grouphug:

[jfis1020]

I am getting so psyched for this cruise!:cool1:

[jfis1020]

I can hardly wait!:goodvibes

[jfis1020]

Did I win??

[jfis1020]

Did I win??


:joker: :cheer2: :thumbsup2 :cool1: :goodvibes ;) pixiedust:

[Fatphil32]

Showoff.

[jlawall]

Joann: how was your inauguration coverage?:confused3 :grouphug:

Nonexistent, we 'FORGOT' to plan ahead and make sure the TV cable was in place.:sad2:

[jlawall]

I am getting so psyched for this cruise!:cool1:

I can hardly wait!:goodvibes

Did I win??

:joker: :cheer2: :thumbsup2 :cool1: :goodvibes ;) pixiedust:

Showoff.

What am I oblivious..........pirate:

[jlawall]

Mrs. G
200 Mrs. G "Captain Fluffy X2"
300 AdventureBlondeBoy "Blonde Pirate"
400 Kanga "Captain Jingles"
500 Mickeymo "Captain Cubbies"
600 jlawall "Captain Lucky"
700 jlawall "Captain Jet-lagged Lucky!"
800 lwilliams "Captain Dizzy"
900 3princessmommy "Captain Ouaga"
1000 ramule "Captain Beast"

1100 ramule "Captain Booey"
1200 3princessmommy "Captain Helllllllllllooooooooooo"
1300 teriyaki "Captain Singing Scallywag"
1400 jlawall Captain "Oops".....did I get another pirate???
1500 mickeymo "Captain Perezosa"
1600 jfis1020 "Captain Hoosier"
1700 jfis1020 "Captain Hilljack!"
1800 ramule "Captain Blondie!"
1900 jlawall "Pirate Procrastinator!"
2000 3princessmommy "Captain Steamy"

2100 jlawall "Captain Frozen!"
2200 jfis1020 "Captain 46th Birthday!":rotfl: :rotfl: :rotfl: :rotfl: :rotfl:

5m3w6d to go......on this pirate............

[jfis1020]

Nonexistent, we 'FORGOT' to plan ahead and make sure the TV cable was in place.:sad2:
They streammed it into our whole corporation. Every child saw it!:thumbsup2

[jlawall]

I want to thank you for taking your precious time to go to the island before our trip to check out everything for this group! What a kind person you are:lmao: :rotfl2: :rotfl: :beach:

Yes, JoAnn is right - we can see what everyone else is saying about the tours and the islands...what a great idea (as they say, JoAnn, the older you get, the wiser you get):rolleyes1 :hug: :rotfl2:



HEY, you'll thank me later.:cheer2:

[jlawall]

They streammed it into our whole corporation. Every child saw it!:thumbsup2

No comment.

[jlawall]

Read this and enjoy..........

<<Every December 25th I see a movie and eat lots of Chinese food. Being Jewish in a world where people start getting ready for Christmas right after Halloween can be difficult at times. Although, I do celebrate Hanukkah and exchange gifts with my friends and family, it still is not the same. It is very boring being Jewish during the holiday season.

People always ask me, "So you never had a Christmas tree?" "What do you do on Christmas morning?" "You don't even celebrate it a little?"

Honestly, my family and I do not celebrate it at all; it is not apart of our religion. It does not bother me too much because we have our own traditions, and it is all I have ever known. I get to sleep in on Christmas morning, which does not happen too often. My siblings or other Jewish friends and I go to the movie theater and for dinner we eat lots and lots of Chinese food.

However, this past December 25th became Christmas for me. My best friend, Tracy, told me Christmas dinner was at her house this year and that I could come.

Tray told me I could come celebrate with her and her family about a week and a half before Christmas. Every day I would call her and ask different questions. "Are you sure it is okay if I come? What should I bring? What should I wear?"

Although Tracy has been my best friend since kindergarten, and I know her family very well I was still really nervous. I honestly had no idea what to expect and I did not know how I should behave. Anything I know about Christmas dinners is from what I have seen on TV and in the movies. Tracy understood and explained that it is a normal dinner with a lot more food, a lot more people, and a bit fancier.

I was the first one to arrive to their Christmas dinner. I was so happy to see that I was not the only one wearing a dress. I was nervous that I was going to be overdressed.

Before everyone else arrived, Tracy's mom took pictures of Tracy and I in front of the Christmas tree. Apparently I was not the only one who was excited for my first Christmas.

After everyone arrived, and after all the kissing and hellos, we sat down to eat dinner. Before we could eat we had to say grace. I felt uncomfortable because I have never said grace before, I had no clue what to say or do. Tracy just told me to hold her hand and put my head down.

Everyone was extremely hungry. I think we all purposely did not eat all day, so we could eat a lot at dinner. There was so much food; there was ham and turkey. There was also stuffing, a pineapple dish, garlic bread, salad, green beans, and mashed potatoes. It was all very delicious. Just when I thought I could not eat anymore, dessert came out. There were gingerbread men cookies, pitzels, sugar cookies, and chocolate covered pretzels.

After dinner and dessert everyone exchanged gifts. Tracy's family even got me a gift; that was so thoughtful. I am so thankful Tracy's family allowed me to celebrate Christmas with them.

Usually December 25th is a long, boring day for me because everyone is busy and no stores are open. However, this Christmas was enlightening and fun. I know Christmas has an important history, but I really got to see how wonderful it is for a family to be reunited during this time of year. I am certainly looking forward to Christmas next year. >> Hope you liked it, it brought a smile to my face!!:goodvibes

[3princessMommy]

Joann: how was your inauguration coverage?:confused3 :grouphug:

AWESOME!!!! :cool1: We set up three large flat panel TVs in the garden and had the projector playing in the conference room inside. We crammed more than 400 people in and still had people standing on the street peering through the fence to see. (mini-Mall??? :crowded: )

But what was really cool was that our guests were clapping and cheering during the speech - really responding to what the President said in his message. The loudest uproar came after the passage inviting corrupt dictators to loosen their grip on power and join the U.S. in partnership!

I don't know who was more excited - the Burkinabè or the Americans! Your taxpayer dollars at work!!!
:thumbsup2

[disneymagic316]

There's a lot more than beaches on both islands, but, the beaches especially on St. John, are some of the most beautiful in the world.......I will be traveling there in April on a land trip, so I've been doing some research. Also, these will begin in the Spring so we can read their trip reports before we decide on excursions which should be an advantage........:beach:

I'll be anxious to hear your trip report.

I want to thank you for taking your precious time to go to the island before our trip to check out everything for this group! What a kind person you are:lmao: :rotfl2: :rotfl: :beach:

Wendy: congrats to your daughter!:cheer2: :car: I am NOT happy about teaching my son to drive....my husband DEFINITELY has more patience than I do with this task! For example: (and thank goodness this was in town and no other cars around!) he thought he didn't need to stop at the stop sign "because the guy in front of him didn't stop":scared1: :scared1: :scared1: :scared1: :scared1: :scared1: This is going to be a l-o-n-g spring!:sad:

:grouphug:

Thank-you. My husband did most of the work. He practiced driving with her all the time. I don't have the patience , either, or the nerves to do it. Good luck with your son learniing to drive.

[jfis1020]

Read this and enjoy..........

<<Every December 25th I see a movie and eat lots of Chinese food. Being Jewish in a world where people start getting ready for Christmas right after Halloween can be difficult at times. Although, I do celebrate Hanukkah and exchange gifts with my friends and family, it still is not the same. It is very boring being Jewish during the holiday season.

People always ask me, "So you never had a Christmas tree?" "What do you do on Christmas morning?" "You don't even celebrate it a little?"

Honestly, my family and I do not celebrate it at all; it is not apart of our religion. It does not bother me too much because we have our own traditions, and it is all I have ever known. I get to sleep in on Christmas morning, which does not happen too often. My siblings or other Jewish friends and I go to the movie theater and for dinner we eat lots and lots of Chinese food.

However, this past December 25th became Christmas for me. My best friend, Tracy, told me Christmas dinner was at her house this year and that I could come.

Tray told me I could come celebrate with her and her family about a week and a half before Christmas. Every day I would call her and ask different questions. "Are you sure it is okay if I come? What should I bring? What should I wear?"

Although Tracy has been my best friend since kindergarten, and I know her family very well I was still really nervous. I honestly had no idea what to expect and I did not know how I should behave. Anything I know about Christmas dinners is from what I have seen on TV and in the movies. Tracy understood and explained that it is a normal dinner with a lot more food, a lot more people, and a bit fancier.

I was the first one to arrive to their Christmas dinner. I was so happy to see that I was not the only one wearing a dress. I was nervous that I was going to be overdressed.

Before everyone else arrived, Tracy's mom took pictures of Tracy and I in front of the Christmas tree. Apparently I was not the only one who was excited for my first Christmas.

After everyone arrived, and after all the kissing and hellos, we sat down to eat dinner. Before we could eat we had to say grace. I felt uncomfortable because I have never said grace before, I had no clue what to say or do. Tracy just told me to hold her hand and put my head down.

Everyone was extremely hungry. I think we all purposely did not eat all day, so we could eat a lot at dinner. There was so much food; there was ham and turkey. There was also stuffing, a pineapple dish, garlic bread, salad, green beans, and mashed potatoes. It was all very delicious. Just when I thought I could not eat anymore, dessert came out. There were gingerbread men cookies, pitzels, sugar cookies, and chocolate covered pretzels.

After dinner and dessert everyone exchanged gifts. Tracy's family even got me a gift; that was so thoughtful. I am so thankful Tracy's family allowed me to celebrate Christmas with them.

Usually December 25th is a long, boring day for me because everyone is busy and no stores are open. However, this Christmas was enlightening and fun. I know Christmas has an important history, but I really got to see how wonderful it is for a family to be reunited during this time of year. I am certainly looking forward to Christmas next year. >> Hope you liked it, it brought a smile to my face!!:goodvibes

How cool is that???? Our Christmas isn't usually that enjoyable and we celebrate what we deem as a "normal Christmas"

[jlawall]

How cool is that???? Our Christmas isn't usually that enjoyable and we celebrate what we deem as a "normal Christmas"

This apparently was a school writing assignment. I was touched by her description! ;) We did have a lot of food!

[MrsG]

Hey everyone, it's JoAnn's Birthday today!!


Happy Birthday JoAnn!

[mickeymo]

Hey everyone, it's JoAnn's Birthday today!!


Happy Birthday JoAnn!

Yes, Happy Birthday!!!!

[lwilliam]

Hey everyone, it's JoAnn's Birthday today!!


Happy Birthday JoAnn!


Let me add....today is also

Jenny's birthday (jfis1020):cheer2: :cheer2: :cheer2: :cheer2: :cheer2:

Happy Birthday JoAnn and Jenny!:bday: party: :dancer: :rockband: :grouphug:

[MrsG]

Let me add....today is also

Jenny's birthday (jfis1020):cheer2: :cheer2: :cheer2: :cheer2: :cheer2:

Happy Birthday JoAnn and Jenny!:bday: party: :dancer: :rockband: :grouphug:


Thanks Lucy!

Happy Birthday Jenny!!

[disneymagic316]

Happy Birthday JoAnn and Jenny!:cheer2: :cheer2: :cheer2:

[jlawall]

Happy Birthday JoAnn and Jenny!:cheer2: :cheer2: :cheer2:

Let me add....today is also

Jenny's birthday (jfis1020):cheer2: :cheer2: :cheer2: :cheer2: :cheer2:

Happy Birthday JoAnn and Jenny!:bday: party: :dancer: :rockband: :grouphug:

Thank you everyone..........but more important...........MY OLDEST GOT A JOB TODAY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!:cheer2: :grouphug: :thumbsup2 :cool1: :goodvibes

[3princessMommy]

:cheer2: :cheer2: Happy belated birthday JoAnn #1 !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! :cheer2: :cheer2:

[jlawall]

Thanks again everyone.........hope you are all having a nice day!!

[MrsG]

Thank you everyone..........but more important...........MY OLDEST GOT A JOB TODAY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!:cheer2: :grouphug: :thumbsup2 :cool1: :goodvibes

CONGRATULATIONS!!!!!!

[jlawall]

TGIF.......I'm sleeping in tomorrow!!!!!!!!!!:rolleyes:

[tinkerbell_29]

Just got off the phone with WDW. Can't book this yet as it is not 180 days so i will call next Saturday and book it. I can not book it until those that want to be involved add the grand gathering number to their hotel reservation. If your a DVC member you can do this by calling member services others can call CRO. So you don't have to look for the number it is 824529.

Lissa

[MrsG]

Just got off the phone with WDW. Can't book this yet as it is not 180 days so i will call next Saturday and book it. I can not book it until those that want to be involved add the grand gathering number to their hotel reservation. If your a DVC member you can do this by calling member services others can call CRO. So you don't have to look for the number it is 824529.

Lissa

Thanks Lissa,

I'll call tomorrow and add the number.

[lwilliam]

i won't be 'in the World' to meet you guys Friday night (you just don't know what YOU ARE MISSING:lmao: :lmao: :lmao: :lmao: :lmao: :lmao: )

I'm bored today - my DH is working today and tomorrow (retail!!! not bad though, only works one out of three weekends)....now, saying I'm bored doesn't mean there aren't tons of things to be done - Bob mentioned a few things i could do today - oh, well, didn't happen AGAIN! :rotfl2: :rotfl2: (I'm always waiting for 'that blizzard' to do those chores he mentioned:rotfl: :rotfl: :rotfl: :rotfl: :rotfl: )
Took my son out driving....we only had ONE close call (a HUGE close call if you know what I mean:scared1: :scared1: :scared1: :scared1: )....down to one close one in 45 minutes, guess you could say it is getting better?:confused3 Next weekend his dad can take him on the road.

Why haven't we heard from Texas lately?:confused3 :grouphug:

[lwilliam]

I just noticed Mrs. G. is going to the Baltic! Congrats!:cheer2: :cheer2: :cheer2: :cheer2: :cheer2: :cheer2: :cheer2: :cheer2: Are you going the same time JoAnn #1 is going? :confused3

[MrsG]

I just noticed Mrs. G. is going to the Baltic! Congrats!:cheer2: :cheer2: :cheer2: :cheer2: :cheer2: :cheer2: :cheer2: :cheer2: Are you going the same time JoAnn #1 is going? :confused3

Yes, JoAnn #1 and I will be going as will a few others from our Med Cruise. Do you think you might be able to join us? You'll fit right in. We are a wild a crazy bunch who like to Ballyhoo! :joker:

[jlawall]

Yes, JoAnn #1 and I will be going as will a few others from our Med Cruise. Do you think you might be able to join us? You'll fit right in. We are a wild a crazy bunch who like to Ballyhoo! :joker:

Thank you.:thumbsup2

[jfis1020]

Unfortunately we are out for Friday night as well. We will be flying in and staying at the Hyatt at the airport and waiting on DMIL to arrive. She will need special assistance so we want to be close to her arrival.

Today we rented her a motorized scooter for the ship. It will be so good for her to have one as she will not want to miss a thing! She was so cute on the phone today. She asked Mark, "Will I get to see Mickey even though we are on the cruise?" She is like taking one of the kids......out seeking autographs!:lmao:

Spent 40 minutes today on my new Wii Fit that I got for my birthday! DD9 and I did all the workout exercises. We giggled so much doing the balance games especially when I rolled down the hill turning into a snowball when I failed at the ski jump!:rotfl:

[lwilliam]

I LOVE it, Jenny! :cool1: Your MIL being so excited about meeting Mickey. :grouphug:
I really do enjoy cruising with people who are so excited about the small things (I LOVE DISers too!:disrocks: ).....when my DH and I escaped in September and we 'met' this other couple at the airport, we had a better time than being alone (sorry, Bob!:lmao: :lmao: ).we still e-mail each other....they were newbies to the ship and we had so much fun introducing them to everything on the ship and ports.....:beach: :boat:
the excitement in others makes my trip so much more enjoyable:cheer2: :cheer2: :cheer2: :cheer2: .

She will be so excited about how many characters she will see::MinnieMo ::MickeyMo :stitch2: :goofy: :mickeybar :mickeybar (pardon the Mickey Bar....it IS my favorite dessert on the ship)......i want to 'hang out' with her and see the enjoyment in her eyes. We are spoiled by going to Disney all the time, being on a Disney ship at least 7 times and seeing the characters, we don't appreciate it as much as a newbie!:sad2:
BUT, since we only go to Disney on our vacations, you know how much we LOVE Disney...don't wanna do anything else!:sad2: pixiedust:

[MrsG]

FYI - Grand Gatherings - Illuminations

Just spoke with Gilda at DVC Member Services who was exceptionally knowledgeable.

I gave her the # and she wanted to know the name of the Grand Gatherining so make sure you know. I told her Disboards and she said close enough. That is to make sure in case the number is wrong. They then asked for the person who booked it and where they are staying. I just said Lissa - didn't have more info. Luckily she was able to find it. They then have to fill out a form on their end. She said they will call me in 7-14 business days to tell me that it was linked to my ressie.

Just wanted to let you know so you know what info you need when you call. Not sure how this will affect you calling and confirming on Mon. Lissa.

[lwilliam]

FYI - Grand Gatherings - Illuminations

Just spoke with Gilda at DVC Member Services who was exceptionally knowledgeable.

I gave her the # and she wanted to know the name of the Grand Gatherining so make sure you know. I told her Disboards and she said close enough. That is to make sure in case the number is wrong. They then asked for the person who booked it and where they are staying. I just said Lissa - didn't have more info. Luckily she was able to find it. They then have to fill out a form on their end. She said they will call me in 7-14 business days to tell me that it was linked to my ressie.

Just wanted to let you know so you know what info you need when you call. Not sure how this will affect you calling and confirming on Mon. Lissa.


Lucy is once again sad.:sad1:

:offtopic: BUT, on a happy note!:cool1:
In 5 months, 3 weeks, noone in my family is going to say:

What's for dinner!:cheer2: :cheer2: :cheer2: :cheer2: :cheer2: :cheer2: :cheer2: :cheer2: :cheer2: :cheer2: :cheer2: :cheer2: :cheer2: :cheer2: :cheer2: :cheer2:

sitting here wondering what to make for dinner and how to please everyone

[jlawall]

Just got off the phone with WDW. Can't book this yet as it is not 180 days so i will call next Saturday and book it. I can not book it until those that want to be involved add the grand gathering number to their hotel reservation. If your a DVC member you can do this by calling member services others can call CRO. So you don't have to look for the number it is 824529.

Lissa

FYI - Grand Gatherings - Illuminations

Just spoke with Gilda at DVC Member Services who was exceptionally knowledgeable.

I gave her the # and she wanted to know the name of the Grand Gatherining so make sure you know. I told her Disboards and she said close enough. That is to make sure in case the number is wrong. They then asked for the person who booked it and where they are staying. I just said Lissa - didn't have more info. Luckily she was able to find it. They then have to fill out a form on their end. She said they will call me in 7-14 business days to tell me that it was linked to my ressie.

Just wanted to let you know so you know what info you need when you call. Not sure how this will affect you calling and confirming on Mon. Lissa.
OK, thx to all, I did add the GG to our ressie at our hotel with the number Lissa provided. She did say that there is a 8 person minumum........so we have at least that at this point. That should be enough to get us started and then more can be added as people are available.

[mickeymo]

Took my son out driving....we only had ONE close call (a HUGE close call if you know what I mean:scared1: :scared1: :scared1: :scared1: )....down to one close one in 45 minutes, guess you could say it is getting better?:confused3 Next weekend his dad can take him on the road.

Why haven't we heard from Texas lately?:confused3 :grouphug:


:wave2: I'm here - lurking a bit, enjoying my first week without extended family in my house since before Christmas, catching up on laundry, and in general just trying to get back in the swing of the kids' activities.

I have to laugh about the adventures of teenage drivers. My favorite driving story - my dad taught me how to drive manual, in the jr. college parking lot, with a cup of coffee in his hand (before travel mugs) "You WILL shift smoothly..." I knew I was doing well when he fell asleep... :lmao:

Overall, I'd still rather drive with my dad than my mom...

[MrsG]

OK, thx to all, I did add the GG to our ressie at our hotel with the number Lissa provided. She did say that there is a 8 person minumum........so we have at least that at this point. That should be enough to get us started and then more can be added as people are available.



JoAnn,

Great news! Did the rep tell you she had to fill out a form and you will get a phone call too, or is that just a DVC thing?

[3princessMommy]

OK, thx to all, I did add the GG to our ressie at our hotel with the number Lissa provided. She did say that there is a 8 person minumum........so we have at least that at this point. That should be enough to get us started and then more can be added as people are available.

Shades of Green is closed on Sunday, so DH will call tomorrow. Not sure how they link to the Disney ressie system, since they are considered "on property" but aren't really Disney. We'll see.

[jlawall]

JoAnn,

Great news! Did the rep tell you she had to fill out a form and you will get a phone call too, or is that just a DVC thing?

Shades of Green is closed on Sunday, so DH will call tomorrow. Not sure how they link to the Disney ressie system, since they are considered "on property" but aren't really Disney. We'll see.

The only thing she said was that she couldn't do it today.....I think that coincides with Lissa saying we have to be 180 days out, which is next weekend. I think if you link the ressie number to your hotel stay, Joann #2, you'll be part of our ressie when Lissa makes it next week. Am I right, Lissa?:confused3

[tinkerbell_29]

You are right when i call next Saturday I'll be able to make the reservation for the diner for everyone and then ya'll can call individually when it is time to pay. I thikn it may just be a DVC thing that gets a call back becasue they have to go through a different system. They tried to explain it to me but it was to complicated to understand.

Lissa

[lwilliam]

:offtopic: was watching the Weather Channel today, you MIGHT have a day off this week!:cool1: :cool1: :cool1:

Welcome Back:cool1: Texas!:cool1: :grouphug:

[tinkerbell_29]

Oh I would love a day off this week. I'm fighting a nasty cold and not looking forward to work tomorrow.

I might be changing jobs a Kindergarten teaching position just came open at another school and I've applied for. It's a public school so better pay and is much closer to home.

Lissa

[jlawall]

Oh I would love a day off this week. I'm fighting a nasty cold and not looking forward to work tomorrow.

I might be changing jobs a Kindergarten teaching position just came open at another school and I've applied for. It's a public school so better pay and is much closer to home.

Lissa

GL!:cheer2:

[jfis1020]

Oh I would love a day off this week. I'm fighting a nasty cold and not looking forward to work tomorrow.

I might be changing jobs a Kindergarten teaching position just came open at another school and I've applied for. It's a public school so better pay and is much closer to home.

Lissa

Good Luck Lissa!!!:wave2:

[jlawall]

Second half of the school year coming up tomorrow............:disrocks: :thanks:

[jfis1020]

Second half of the school year coming up tomorrow............:disrocks: :thanks:

:cool1: :cool1: :cool1:
:beach: :grouphug:

[MrsG]

Oh I would love a day off this week. I'm fighting a nasty cold and not looking forward to work tomorrow.

I might be changing jobs a Kindergarten teaching position just came open at another school and I've applied for. It's a public school so better pay and is much closer to home.

Lissa

Best of Luck! Wow Kindergarten (ugh). I'd teach high school any day. At least they can find their own page in their book!:rotfl2: :rotfl2: You primary school teachers are the best!:worship: :worship:

[jlawall]

How was everyone's Monday??:confused3

[bigAWL]

I called Shades of Green yesterday to add the Grand Gatherings number to our reservation. It sounded like the guy had to give the number to a different rep in order to coordinate it with Disney. I hope it works out. I wonder if there's a way to tell.

[jlawall]

I called Shades of Green yesterday to add the Grand Gatherings number to our reservation. It sounded like the guy had to give the number to a different rep in order to coordinate it with Disney. I hope it works out. I wonder if there's a way to tell.

Yes, let us know if we need to call anyone or follow up.:thumbsup2

[lwilliam]

Best of Luck! Wow Kindergarten (ugh). I'd teach high school any day. At least they can find their own page in their book!:rotfl2: :rotfl2: You primary school teachers are the best!:worship: :worship:

OK, MaryAnn....let me disagree with you on one respect::hug:
kindergarten lunches vs. high school lunches!:scared1:
since I monitor BOTH, give me those little kids ANY DAY::yes::
(coming to me and asking me to open their yogurt vs. being hit by a tater tot!):rotfl: :rotfl: :rotfl:

JoAnn #1 asks, how was my Monday: my baby is going to the prom! I'm so excited...not a girlfriend kindof thingy, a friend thingy.....who cares....he is a junior, she is a sophomore....and, how can i put this gently....this little girl fills out a dress very well....:lmao: :lmao: :lmao: :lmao: :lmao: :lmao: :lmao:
All kidding aside, I think Tyler's parents (that's us) are honestly more excited than he is....I think Tyler is more excited about the possible limo ride than the date:rotfl2: :rotfl2: :rotfl2: :rotfl2: :rotfl2:

We are waiting for an ice storm to hit us overnight tonight. Starting as snow....maybe no school tomorrow? who knows...this storm could blow over, but there is a winter storm warning out for us....I wouldn't mind if Tyler DID have a day off tomorrow (can't believe I'm saying this:sad2: ) but he does have a cold and could use a day off.