NYE Western Cruise 2008 - New Thread

[teacherbell]

The food talk is killing me, I just walked out in the kitchen and Claudia was sitting there eating pizza with a guilty look on her face. :goodvibes

I am however killing you guys on the weight loss front. :laughing:


Ok, what you all don't know, is that Artie and my son have been trying to gain weight this last month. Artie for his surgury and Owen wants to hit 60 lbs popcorn:: . So what has been happening to mommy in a house of overindulging skinny people? Oh, you guessed it....tight pants.:eek: So now I have to hit the treadmill extra hard, while Artie drinks milkshakes...and people feel sorry for him.:confused3 He's doing great though, and hasn't complained once...ok, twice

Aisling, the picture of your son was something else. He must have been very sore after all that.:sick:

[CADZNYCHC]

Ok, what you all don't know, is that Artie and my son have been trying to gain weight this last month. Artie for his surgury and Owen wants to hit 60 lbs popcorn:: . So what has been happening to mommy in a house of overindulging skinny people? Oh, you guessed it....tight pants.:eek: So now I have to hit the treadmill extra hard, while Artie drinks milkshakes...and people feel sorry for him.:confused3 He's doing great though, and hasn't complained once...ok, twice

Aisling, the picture of your son was something else. He must have been very sore after all that.:sick:

oh i know what's that like.....DH is 5'10" & weighs 135....DS is 6'0" and FINALLY weighs 145 - up 14 lbs. from last summer - he is trying hard to get to at least 160!!!!

[tiggerwannabe]

Did you call me a CAPTAIN STALKER???? Hey, you stalked him with me ya know:scared1:

:lmao: :rotfl2: :rotfl: :laughing: :rotfl2: :lmao: :rotfl: :thumbsup2

nope, you spoke the words I needed to hear. I'm doing it.


:woohoo: :cool1: :banana: :yay: :cheer2: :flower3:


So perhaps it's Wilson, mom and me this time. Molly got to go to China with Grammie. Maybe this time I take the boy and have that alone time

:thumbsup2 :dance3: :wizard:

[tiggerwannabe]

Just an update....Julia will not be cruising with us after all :sad1: ...just couldn't see paying that exorbitant upcharge to add a passenger....BUT she is flying into Orlando early Sat a.m. the 3rd to have 3 days at the park with Ryan :thumbsup2 & if Disney's Magical Express is ontime - she should arrive at the Beach Club when we do or possibly even before us....as her plane lands at 7:30 am....and we were even able to get her on the same flight home with us on the 6th....

At least she gets to go to DisneyWorld with him right? :thumbsup2

[tiggerwannabe]

:woohoo: Guess who made the Dean's List! :woohoo:

~I have no idea what my exact grades are, but they musta been good~

:woohoo:

[artman]

OH that is so NOTTTTTTT fair!!! other than no food...how are you?????

I'm ok, I have to go into to work (at least for a few hours) on Monday, so I'm hopping that I improve a little by then. The pain is going a little everyday, but now I'm really struggling with sleep.


He's doing great though, and hasn't complained once...ok, twice

Your a rotten counter for a grade two teacher. :lovestruc

[center]:woohoo: Guess who made the Dean's List! :woohoo:

~I have no idea what my exact grades are, but they musta been good~


Way to go little miss smartie pants :thumbsup2

[tiggerwannabe]

smartie pants :eek:

I worked hard for those grades!

Smarts had nutin tado wit it ;)

[tiggerwannabe]

Sleep was hardest for my DH after his surgery too.

I presume you are used to sleeping on your side and can't?

He still has issues when he rolls over wrong~

after you are done with the real pain medz, you may want to invest in some aleve...

not much helps him but it does take the edge off.

[trinibjill]

:woohoo: Guess who made the Dean's List! :woohoo:

~I have no idea what my exact grades are, but they musta been good~

:woohoo:

Now I have two daughters that did excellent in grad school. :love: :banana: :worship: :cool1: :wizard:

Must run in the family (on the moms side that is) In the military the 3 schools I went to I was tops in my class. Forget HS.

[artman]

Just a quick note to everyone staying on property before the cruise. There are some discount codes out now, we just called and saved $240.00 on our stay at POR from Dec 22-27. It's not a lot but better then a kick in the teeth, and trust me I know what that feels like. ;)

code DGL for a regular Magic Your Way package, QXD for a package with Dining Plan, DGM for a package with Dining Plan + Wine, UVL for a package with Deluxe Dining, or GGM for a package with Deluxe Dining + Wine.

We used QXD, let us know if anyone else has any luck

[CADZNYCHC]

At least she gets to go to DisneyWorld with him right? :thumbsup2 YEP she sure does & fairly cheaply too which is GREAT!!!! they used 'miles' for her flight to MCO on 01/03 & the flt home with us was only 269 total....I am getting her the 3-day park passes for her Xmas gift from us...

:woohoo: Guess who made the Dean's List! :woohoo:

~I have no idea what my exact grades are, but they musta been good~

:woohoo: CONGRATULATIONS.....that is AWESOME!!!!

Just a quick note to everyone staying on property before the cruise. There are some discount codes out now, we just called and saved $240.00 on our stay at POR from Dec 22-27. It's not a lot but better then a kick in the teeth, and trust me I know what that feels like. ;)

code DGL for a regular Magic Your Way package, QXD for a package with Dining Plan, DGM for a package with Dining Plan + Wine, UVL for a package with Deluxe Dining, or GGM for a package with Deluxe Dining + Wine.

We used QXD, let us know if anyone else has any luck Artie, we're staying after...how / where would i find any codes....??

Have a very nice relaxing weekend since you're going to the ofc monday...what is it that you do? if you've told us - i have forgotten:guilty:

[artman]

Arties, we're staying after...how / where would i find any codes....??

Have a very nice relaxing weekend since you're going to the ofc monday...what is it that you do? if you've told us - i have forgotten:guilty:

Over at the Trip Planning forum there is category called Codes and Rates, find the Jan/09 thread.


I own a countertop fabrication shop that my Dad and Uncle started about 30 years ago, we do Laminate, Corian and Zodiaq countertops.

Claudia and I are off for a day trip, my first outing since surgery. We are going over to a little seaside town called Chester about 1/2 hour from our home. It is race week there and I normally sail with my buddys, had to pass this year of course. Not a big loss the winds have been light and a little rainy. We are going over today to watch from shore. Should be a great day!

[CADZNYCHC]

Thanks!!! Have a FUN day!

[disneykelly73]

Congrats Tigg.

Jill, what branch of the military were you in?

Artie, glad to hear that you are well enough for a day trip.. sounds like fun.

[Marla Hellwig]

currently there are no discounts for travel past 12/23/08

You can watch the code board

Or here http://www.wdwinfo.com/discounts.html

:)

[Aisling]

Aisling, any chance you'd wanna bring her to me on Friday for pictures?

Too busy today, but thank you! Chad and Louise are taking Chloe to see Avenue Q on Broadway tonight.

:woohoo: Guess who made the Dean's List! :woohoo:

Tig the scholar! Congratulations!

Just a quick note to everyone staying on property before the cruise. There are some discount codes out now, we just called and saved $240.00 on our stay at POR from Dec 22-27. It's not a lot but better then a kick in the teeth, and trust me I know what that feels like. ;)

code DGL for a regular Magic Your Way package, QXD for a package with Dining Plan, DGM for a package with Dining Plan + Wine, UVL for a package with Deluxe Dining, or GGM for a package with Deluxe Dining + Wine.

We used QXD, let us know if anyone else has any luck

currently there are no discounts for travel past 12/23/08

You can watch the code board

Or here http://www.wdwinfo.com/discounts.html

:)


I'm going to check this out. I so need to save a few dollars on this trip.

[Aisling]

Ok, just checked, and Artman you're a lucky pup, because you'll be there starting on Dec. 22, the code expiers on the 23rd, so they gave it to you for your full stay. We aren't checking in until Dec. 25th, so no deal for us. But I'm very happy for you!:thumbsup2 :cool1:


What's everyone doing on Christmas night?

[trinibjill]

Let's see
travel the 22nd
arrive the 23rd
staying at Shades Of Green until we leave for the cruise
That puts me at WDW Yaaaay

:cool1: :cool1: :cool1: :cool1: :cool1: :cool1: :cool1: :cool1: :cool1: :cool1:

[tiggerwannabe]

Thanks for the kudos guys...it was completely unexpected because I seriously don't know what my grades were. I am sure I aced Graphic Design, Entertainment Marketing I presume a B, chemistry I was happy if it were a C and macroeconimics was totally up in the air. I know I worked hard all semester. I literally NEVER worked that hard in school in my life. I appreciate school more now.

Artie, I went to a vocational high school and my shop for 3 years was cabinetmaking. I use my woodworking knowledge more now in my home and in helping others with kitchen advice. right Aisling ;) I am more of a furniture maker/refinisher in my woodworking tho. I've built small stuff like shelves up to a bench. somebody in my family has a kitchen cabinet I had to make for my shop final.

I even tried out a shop like yours when I got out of school but found it to be a bit much for me. I can tell you I had some pretty good muscles by the time I got let go :)

[trinibjill]

Thanks for the kudos guys...it was completely unexpected because I seriously don't know what my grades were. I am sure I aced Graphic Design, Entertainment Marketing I presume a B, chemistry I was happy if it were a C and macroeconimics was totally up in the air. I know I worked hard all semester. I literally NEVER worked that hard in school in my life. I appreciate school more now.


Artie, I went to a vocational high school and my shop for 3 years was cabinetmaking. I use my woodworking knowledge more now in my home and in helping others with kitchen advice. right Aisling ;) I am more of a furniture maker/refinisher in my woodworking tho. I've built small stuff like shelves up to a bench. somebody in my family has a kitchen cabinet I had to make for my shop final.


I even tried out a shop like yours when I got out of school but found it to be a bit much for me. I can tell you I had some pretty good muscles by the time I got let go :)

I can appreciate that. I hated high school - loved the schools I wanted to go to. She's her mothers daughter.

I have a few things that she did in school She was quite good.

[CADZNYCHC]

Ok, just checked, and Artman you're a lucky pup, because you'll be there starting on Dec. 22, the code expiers on the 23rd, so they gave it to you for your full stay. We aren't checking in until Dec. 25th, so no deal for us. But I'm very happy for you!:thumbsup2 :cool1:


What's everyone doing on Christmas night?
WAITING for the morning of the 26th so i can get onboard our airplane & get to FL...i'm sure i won't sleep the night of the 24th...night of the 25th...or night of the 26th...cause i'll be SO EXCITED.....so by the time i go to bed on the 27th...i will need some sleep!!!!

[disneykelly73]

We are having Christmas w/my family.. Christmas w/the skids will be the weekend before. They live an hour and a half away, and I dont want to start packing AFTER they leave.

Soooo.. probably go over to my mom's about noon.. have great food, open presents (although none between Brian and I.. we are doing Cruise related stuff.. as the Cruise IS our present to each other) and eating a ton.. YUM!!! no WW that day.. then getting a good night's sleep.. YEAH RIGHT!!! I too will be too excited to sleep. We leave on the 26th. although, I wont have specifics until about a month before, as we booked the travel through DCL.

Its getting closer.. I can feel it!!!!

[Marla Hellwig]

Not sure yet - we usually have Christmas lunch at my mom's - unless I can talk her into going out since it is just the 3 of us and then rest of day will be spent finishing up all those odds and ends - since we will be flying out crack of dawn 12/26

Found some material to make a fish extender - now need to figure out how to make it - rofl

ran errands - picked up lawn mower, Kara got more warts cut/lasered off of her foot once again - and then dropped off at friends for some last of the summer video game playing - then have swim team swim party later tonight -

marching band practice all day tomorrow and yard work Sun

[Marla Hellwig]

cute story

http://roadrunner.com/view/content/story.cfm?storyId=5598099&view=NEWS&sSect=LP1-T2VGEN&trProv=NE_AP_8

[artman]

Ok, just checked, and Artman you're a lucky pup, because you'll be there starting on Dec. 22, the code expiers on the 23rd, so they gave it to you for your full stay. We aren't checking in until Dec. 25th, so no deal for us. But I'm very happy for you!:thumbsup2 :cool1:


What's everyone doing on Christmas night?

You'll just have to go earlier :)

We will be at the Yachtsman's Steakhouse for dinner at 5:55 (got to love those ADR times, oh sorry we don't have anything at 6:00 would 5:55 be okay?)

Artie, I went to a vocational high school and my shop for 3 years was cabinetmaking. I use my woodworking knowledge more now in my home and in helping others with kitchen advice. right Aisling ;) I am more of a furniture maker/refinisher in my woodworking tho. I've built small stuff like shelves up to a bench. somebody in my family has a kitchen cabinet I had to make for my shop final.

I even tried out a shop like yours when I got out of school but found it to be a bit much for me. I can tell you I had some pretty good muscles by the time I got let go :)

Gotta love a chick that's handy. :)
We do everything at our house ourselves, my Dad and I built our home from the ground up it took three years, nights and weekends from clearing the lot to move in. Five years ago Claudia and I bought a 18 x 36 inground pool kit, we hired a guy with an excavator for a day to rough out the hole and we did everything else. We were swimming in it a month after we started, again just nights and weekends. You should see Claudia push a wheelbarrow, she works like a grand canyon pack mule. ;)

Here is a pic of our pool project, we are very proud of it.

http://photos-g.ak.facebook.com/photos-ak-sf2p/v119/92/51/738250164/n738250164_1125566_6548.jpg

[artman]

Found some material to make a fish extender - now need to figure out how to make it - rofl


Hopefully I can convince Claudia to be in charge of our fish extender. Otherwise I may have to get our driver to swing by the Winn Dixie on the way to the port so I can get a plastic shopping bag and a roll of duct tape. :rotfl:

[CADZNYCHC]

nice pool Artman!!! when i moved to Cali a long long time ago...it was under the impression that EVERY home had a pool...boy was i wrong...but my next house will for sure...ya know the kids will all be gone....oh wait...one already is & the other has one foot out the door:lmao: i should move now...then again noooooo....at least not in this market

i just remembered that KAZ & family are on on the Magic on the Mexican riviera & will be docking at San Pedro Calif Sunday a.m. - we were all supposed to go down & see her this wkend :sad2:

Marla - thanks for the link - i'll watch for some discounts....

[Marla Hellwig]

nice pool

nooooooooo - don't mention duct tape around Kara pleaseeeeeeeeeeeeeeee

I swear she is addicted to that stuff

[ohioworkingmom]

Marla - the one I posted earlier was really easy, pm me if you have any questions. If you need it, I can hunt for the post again. Good Luck!!

[CADZNYCHC]

nice pool

nooooooooo - don't mention duct tape around Kara pleaseeeeeeeeeeeeeeee

I swear she is addicted to that stuff
and a good friend of mine told me to take it to San Francisco for the 3-Day Walk...that it could save my feet....:confused3 she's done the "WALK" 3 times so she should know...but i thought that's what all this weekly training was for....

[artman]

As any redneck will tell you, you need only two tools: WD-40 and Duct Tape. If it doesn't move and it should, use WD-40. If it moves and it shouldn't, use the duct tape.

[CADZNYCHC]

As any redneck will tell you, you need only two tools: WD-40 and Duct Tape. If it doesn't move and it should, use WD-40. If it moves and it shouldn't, use the duct tape.

:lmao: :rotfl: :lmao: oh you MUST be feeling better

[tiggerwannabe]

As any redneck will tell you, you need only two tools: WD-40 and Duct Tape. If it doesn't move and it should, use WD-40. If it moves and it shouldn't, use the duct tape.

:lmao: :rotfl2: :thumbsup2 :rotfl: popcorn::

[Anjelica]

Hey everyone - checking in. Been kind of laid up a little here and there with some headaches - no clue. In any event I had on my to do list only one update for magicalfam5 (Judy's) crew. Anything else anyone can think of I need to update?

[CADZNYCHC]

Hey everyone - checking in. Been kind of laid up a little here and there with some headaches - no clue. In any event I had on my to do list only one update for magicalfam5 (Judy's) crew. Anything else anyone can think of I need to update?

DDEB4EVR's group are no longer cruising....well Deb isn't for sure & she doesn't know if Jeff & Aaron will be cruising or not...

[tiggerwannabe]

DDEB4EVR's group are no longer cruising....well Deb isn't for sure & she doesn't know if Jeff & Aaron will be cruising or not...

::yes:: :(

Morning my Magic Mateys! :wave:

[Anjelica]

DDEB4EVR's group are no longer cruising....well Deb isn't for sure & she doesn't know if Jeff & Aaron will be cruising or not...

So is it still unknown or is it for sure...:(

[artman]

What a week to be laid up in front of the tv. The Olympics have been great, Phelps last night in the 100m butterfly by 1/100 and Bolt today in the 100 run, the fastest men e ver.

[Anjelica]

:happytv: What a week to be laid up in front of the tv. The Olympics have been great, Phelps last night in the 100m butterfly by 1/100 and Bolt today in the 100 run, the fastest men e ver.

YES - the women's all around gymnastics, the mens team gymnastics finals and the swimming really have been great. It's actually nice to catch most of this stuff live.

[tiggerwannabe]

12 hours and counting...

:beach:

[Marla Hellwig]

Hi Robin - thanks foiund it and emailed the directions to myself

thanks

:)

[CADZNYCHC]

So is it still unknown or is it for sure...:( For sure Deb is NOT; it is not know if Jeff & Aaron will...Deb & Jeff are no longer together & she does not know J&A will go without her or just cancel the entire trip....

12 hours and counting...

:beach::thumbsup2 :woohoo: :cheer2:

[CADZNYCHC]

Hi Robin - thanks foiund it and emailed the directions to myself

thanks

:)

hi Marla...do you recall the post number? i was going to buy one on ebay...but thought i'd relook at those directions....

[Anjelica]

For sure Deb is NOT; it is not know if Jeff & Aaron will...Deb & Jeff are no longer together & she does not know J&A will go without her or just cancel the entire trip....

:thumbsup2 :woohoo: :cheer2:

I am so sorry - I didn't realize. I will remove her from the roster...:(

[tiggerwannabe]

See y'all in a week...we're offtadaBeach!

:beach:

[Marla Hellwig]

this is the one I found -

http://disboards.com/showpost.php?p=26118889&postcount=1372

[CADZNYCHC]

I am so sorry - I didn't realize. I will remove her from the roster...:(
yeah - very sad for sure.....

See y'all in a week...we're offtadaBeach!

:beach:have fun!!!! i know you've already left - but sending these "have fun" wishes telepathically....

[CADZNYCHC]

this is the one I found -

http://disboards.com/showpost.php?p=26118889&postcount=1372

THANK YOU...

[magicalfam5]

Just stopping by to say hi:wave:

Judy

[ohioworkingmom]

That is the one I made!! Either of you can PM me if you have any questions, it really was easy after I deciphered the directions (I am not the best sewer), and it did not take long, and cost me less than $10 to make.

[Marla Hellwig]

thanks

Kara picked out the fabic and that is all I am telling

first chore will be to find the sewing machine - it is buried somewhere in the computer / extra (aka the room where everything gets dumped into) room

:rotfl2:

[CADZNYCHC]

That is the one I made!! Either of you can PM me if you have any questions, it really was easy after I deciphered the directions (I am not the best sewer), and it did not take long, and cost me less than $10 to make.
can you post a photo?

thanks

Kara picked out the fabic and that is all I am telling

first chore will be to find the sewing machine - it is buried somewhere in the computer / extra (aka the room where everything gets dumped into) room

:rotfl2: i have one of those....it's called my home office.....:lmao: :lmao: oh btw - on my walk this a.m. i went by a truck that had Ray L. Hellwig on the door...don't recall what kind of business he hays....got any relatives in Cali?

[Marla Hellwig]

No Hellwig relatives in Calif (or that I know of)

Hey Artman - Kara wants to know how much duct tape you are bringing????

:happytv:

[Aisling]

Hey Artman - Kara wants to know how much duct tape you are bringing????



I'll be bringing a roll, to hold up some parts of me in my strapless blouses!

[ohioworkingmom]

http://www.kodakgallery.com/BrowsePhotos.jsp?UV=834467096418_429991149306&collid=49357356306.513832149306.1219005391767&page=1

I am trying to insert the picture, never done this before!! If it works I am going to quite proud of myself:cool1: If not, I will need some instructions on how to do this correctly:confused3

[ohioworkingmom]

OK I didn't do something right, you can get to it from the link, but how do you all ge the picture right on the page? Guess I am not as good as I was hoping:confused:

[trinibjill]

http://i9.photobucket.com/albums/a98/trinibjill/ohio.jpg

Is this it?

Photobucket.com is great

You upload your pics. Then use the IMG code & copy then paste

[Aisling]

Ooohhh nice Fish Extender, Robin!!:thumbsup2

[ohioworkingmom]

http://i9.photobucket.com/albums/a98/trinibjill/ohio.jpg

Is this it?



That is mine!! Thanks for uploading for me. I will have to give photobucket a try!

[Marla Hellwig]

When you have your picture uploaded

Right click on photo and scroll down to Properties highlight the address of the photo and right click and select copy

In the post type paste the copy and then

I hope this helps

:)

[ohioworkingmom]

I will be giving this a try, thanks all for helping!! The fish extender has 4 pockets, you can only see the first three, and you could probably make them bigger if you wanted less than 4. I was going to put our names on the black with pink, but the DH wasn't liking. Think we are leaving them blank! I just need to get a wooden rod and some ribbon to hang it and we will be done. I was quite proud of it, since I am not the best sewer in the world. Looks good and was much cheaper than the $40 one cost on E-Bay.

[CADZNYCHC]

I'll be bringing a roll, to hold up some parts of me in my strapless blouses!

:lmao: OMG friend :lmao:

[CADZNYCHC]

http://i9.photobucket.com/albums/a98/trinibjill/ohio.jpg

Is this it?

Photobucket.com is great

You upload your pics. Then use the IMG code & copy then paste

Hey that looks great....one of these wkends i'll get started...right now it seems like i do nothing but walk....only 18 more days till the big event!!!! :woohoo:

[ohioworkingmom]

I am just trying this myself. Let's see if it works

http://i514.photobucket.com/albums/t346/rlridge/100_0721.jpg

[Marla Hellwig]

before you put the photo link type then link and then

[ohioworkingmom]

:cool1: that worked :cool1:

Thank you, thank you :banana:

[Marla Hellwig]

your welcome your welcome

:)

[Marla Hellwig]

Hard to believe our summer is just about over here

City pep rally Wed night, first football game Friday night and school starts next Wed

just where did the summer go

We turn in Kara's swim meet entries 09/07 for meets through Dec - she was looking at the meet sheets and said don't even know why I look between coach and you I will be swimming everything - rofl

[CADZNYCHC]

Hard to believe our summer is just about over here

City pep rally Wed night, first football game Friday night and school starts next Wed

just where did the summer go

We turn in Kara's swim meet entries 09/07 for meets through Dec - she was looking at the meet sheets and said don't even know why I look between coach and you I will be swimming everything - rofl

Summer IS over here i guess...DS got up early this a.m. & sent me a text msg that he was back from the lab already (he has to have blood work done every month)....but then told me he got up so early so he could be ready for school to start - which is this Wednesday....all this without my help!:confused3 :banana:

[Aisling]

School here starts Sept. 2, and Jesse has yet to readjust his body clock for getting up early in the mornings...but he still has a little time. He's squeezing out every drop of summer that he can get!

Last night, Louise and Chad were looking into excursions/spa/Palo, and they're annoyed that DCL hasn't officially listed the "special nights" to accommodate Formal Night being switched to NYE. The want to make their Palo plans, but are stuck until we know how the nights will be switched, like when will Pirate Night be? I'm going to look at an old NYE Navigator and see how it was worked out in the past.

About the FE, Artie, that was so funny when you said you were going to stop at a store to get a plastic bag! Well, my FE is a bag of sorts, just pirate-fabric that I bought for 99 cents and sewed into a bag shape and a handle on so it can hang from the fish. No pockets. I'm in the car now, but I'll post a pic when I get home.

So Tig's in North Carolina now on vacation...I wonder if she has internet connection there. Hi Tiggie, are you reading this?

[disneykelly73]

Hey everyone.

Aisling, did they sign up for the REAS? I know DCL sent me a packet and in it had my dates. When I can book things, when the final pymt is absolutely due, when I leave for vaca and stuff like that.

That said. I plan on calling the week of Sept 8th and inquiring as to their "plans" for the rotations. I am going to explain how I have to know, in order to set up the Palo night (which is supposed to be a big perk in the REAS package)... When I find out, you all will find out. HA.. I will be posting it as SOON as I get off of the phone w/them.

I am going to book my Palo brunch for Dec 29th. I will ask DCL about how to go about getting the private room for brunch. If once all 14 people have booked Brunch, can we move that ressie into the room, or what the deal is. How many do we have for Brunch so far?

I will be starting our FE soon. Brian wants to have a lot of creative input into the "design" of our FE. I want to go to the fabric stores and check out the Disney fabric and go from there... We have been gathering ideas for the FE gifts.. and have come up w/some great ones. We just have to put this plan in motion!!!! We want to make sure that all people are signed up before we start, so that we have enough...

I AM SOOOOOOOO EXCITED!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[ohioworkingmom]

I can look at my old Navigators again - when we did NYE last time (it was an eastern, not western), NYE was the same night as this year (Wed), but at that time they were not doing Pirate night either. I can guarantee that formal will be on Wednesday, not sure about how they will rearrange any of the other nights though.

School starts here tomorrow, kids are dreading it, supposed to be in the upper 80s or warmer, and no A/C in the school. I hate when it is like this, they don't want to be there, and then are cranks when they get home!

[ohioworkingmom]

We are in for brunch, and the 29th is my preference too. I will try to book, but we can't until Sept. 28. We are also not linked with the large dinner group, so not sure how that will effect anything. I am excited too Kelly:goodvibes

[Aisling]

Kelly, they didn't sign up for REAS...out of their budget. PLUS I have to remind them "this is not your honeymoon!";) :lmao:


I've been searching for past NYE Navs, but the one I found wasn't helpful as far as the night-switching.
But here's a link that's fun to look at, about the events going on on NYE.

http://www.wdwinfo.com/Photos/DCL-Navigators/12-30-06/12-31.pdf

[magicalfam5]

Kelly and Brian go back to school on Friday and their first football game is Saturday. I'm helping Jimmy move back to college on Thursday. I hate when school is back in session.

All I think and talk about is this cruise. We got together this weekend with some band parents, and all I talked about was the cruise. I'm pretty sure they think I'm obsessed.

I think it will be easiest to pick out Kelly(not my DD) in the terminal--she'll be the one jumping up and down and smiling a lot!! You guys agree with me?!!

Aisling--how do you pronounce your name?

Artie--did I read you were going in to work today? If so, I hope it went well.

Tigg--hope you're having a great time and good weather.

Off to the grocery store,
Judy

[disneykelly73]

Judy, I will for sure be the adult that is bouncing off of the walls waiting to board. I too talk on end about the cruise. Plus, my boss just got back today, and he was on a 4 night that ended this past Thursday.. I got a bit of my fill.. and he brought back his navigators for me to read and peruse. Its been a Disney day here at work. Aisling is pronounce Ashling. Oh.. How funny that your kids are Brian and Kelly. Brian is my husbands name!

Aisling, when WILL their honeymoon be?? lol Is it going to be a Disney themed wedding?? that would be cool!!!

Ok.. so.. I will find out the rotations when I call, I will also ask how a group may go about reserving the private room for Palo's brunch... ummm.. Was there anything else that I was supposed to be asking that week that I can book?? I plan on doing this when I call up to pay!!

I agree they will absolutely put formal night on NYE... who wouldnt!! I am just confused as to when they would move the Pirate night.. considering the fireworks and all..

[disneykelly73]

Ok.. I was reading the navigator that Aisling posted.. I want that drink of the day.. Key Lime Margaritta!!! yeah baby!!!

Love getting Key Lime Pie on Key West. I also got bottles of the Key Lime juice last time I was there for my mom's place and mine. Going to stock up and buy more. Oh.. my friend Sue got the chocolate dipped frozen Key Lime Pie.. and that was TASTY!!!

The countdown sounds fun.. do you think that they hand out noise makers and hats and stuff??? My friend Sue went on a 4 night NYE cruise, but I forgot to ask her that part.

Someone on the cruise forum mentioned how they brought a picture matt w/them on the cruise to have signed by the characters, rather than a pillow case, and then they purchased a pic from Shutters, and had that around the picture in the frame.. HOW COOL IS THAT? I might do it, and get the NYE picture and then frame it and hang it. Guess that cat will be out of the bag w/the step kids... but.. oh well.

[ohioworkingmom]

They do hand out noisemakers, hats and stuff - even champagne!! On NYE instead of the typical chocolates on the bed, they gave out this awesome black and white chocolate that was a picture of the ship - almost too beautiful to eat, but never would have made it home in one piece. We also received a beautiful Disney print of some of the charachters, which I took home and framed. I will try to take a picture of it and post it here - we also did the photo matte thing, had them signed and pictures inserted. I will take those also and try my magic at uploading again!! Practice makes perfect.

[disneykelly73]

Excellent!!!!

Ok.. friends.. how did I miss this?!?!?!?!? I am flying in on 12/26. It has been my full intention to go to the parks to see the Christmas/holiday decorations (as I have NEVER seen them live).. We plan on MK and MGM.. if it comes down to 1.. MGM...

I have JUST realized... I will need to make a dinner ressie.. and wouldnt you know, I have not discussed this w/dh.. I had completely forgot to even look into this.. HOW CRAZY IS THAT???

I am sure you all thought that I would have had this nailed down by now.. Guess what.. I was surprised too. I dropped the ball. Going to call and see what is left now.

Wish me luck!!

[Aisling]

I have JUST realized... I will need to make a dinner ressie.. and wouldnt you know, I have not discussed this w/dh.. I had completely forgot to even look into this.. HOW CRAZY IS THAT???

Wish me luck!!


This is so funny!:lmao: :rotfl: :rotfl2: :laughing: You of all people forgetting an important ressie like that!!!!!!!!!!! Do tell when you get your ADR!

[Anjelica]

Hello everyone. Just read through the past few days postings so I think I am caught up.

We went ahead and signed up for the REAS package a few weeks ago now I need to remember when we can start booking. Not sure if I can but would be interested in doing Brunch at that same time you folks were discussing - December 29th - and it would be nice to get the private room. Can we add on people to a Brunch reservation if they aren't within the 105 day window but we are?

Sounds like the summer is winding down for many of you. Sydney started Kindergarten last week so our summer has been "over" for a bit. Nothing else new really going on.

TTYL

[Marla Hellwig]

The first newsletter from marching band directors today - it lists report times etc for the week, games, competitions, which group brings cookies for 3rd qtr break etc

Interesting note at bottom

"Does your hair fit the “off the ears and off the collar” standard? The uniform parents will cut it for you next Friday if it doesn’t fit the standard. Hair cut will be free of charge, but please note that it will not be a professional cut.

Also, all jewelry must be removed. Do not get any new piercings while in marching band. They have to come out. Also no makeup."

Kara gave me newsletter when she got in car and first words out of her mouth - wonder how many won't be marching Friday night

It is in their handbook about dress code etc, but there are always some that think the rules don't apply to them.

should be interesting at the game Friday night

[tiggerwannabe]

I'm lurking! Stef brought her laptop, all caught up on my reading...

very nice FE Kelly. I like reading how all of us are so much alike in our Disney planning tendencies...so nice to know I am not alone...

full moon out over the ocean, I'm headed out for summore pics

[disneykelly73]

Hi Aisling,

I was able to get the Hollywood Brown Derby on 12/26 at 8pm.. YEAH!!! That was scary.. I was like.. WHERE IS YOUR HEAD AT!!! lol..

Anjelica, you can start booking on Sept 13th, provided that your ressie is paid in full. I am going to go to my mom's (I dont have a computer at home) and jump on at Midnight on Friday night, to get my Palo dinner and brunch, and my excursion in Cozumel.

Marla, WHY shouldnt the girls in band be allowed to wear make up?? that doesnt seem right. Do they say no make up to the cheerleaders?!?! Also, WHY would any of those kids allow someone to cut their hair if its not a professional cut?!?! YIKES!

Oh.. also, weighed in at WW last night.. down another lb. So total have lost 10.8 lbs. Just 29.2 to go!!!

[CADZNYCHC]

The first newsletter from marching band directors today - it lists report times etc for the week, games, competitions, which group brings cookies for 3rd qtr break etc

Interesting note at bottom

"Does your hair fit the “off the ears and off the collar” standard? The uniform parents will cut it for you next Friday if it doesn’t fit the standard. Hair cut will be free of charge, but please note that it will not be a professional cut.

Also, all jewelry must be removed. Do not get any new piercings while in marching band. They have to come out. Also no makeup."

Kara gave me newsletter when she got in car and first words out of her mouth - wonder how many won't be marching Friday night

It is in their handbook about dress code etc, but there are always some that think the rules don't apply to them.

should be interesting at the game Friday night uhhhhh - wow - & here i thought St Francis was strict....but we don't have a marching band...

Hi Aisling,

I was able to get the Hollywood Brown Derby on 12/26 at 8pm.. YEAH!!! That was scary.. I was like.. WHERE IS YOUR HEAD AT!!! lol..

Anjelica, you can start booking on Sept 13th, provided that your ressie is paid in full. I am going to go to my mom's (I dont have a computer at home) and jump on at Midnight on Friday night, to get my Palo dinner and brunch, and my excursion in Cozumel.

Marla, WHY shouldnt the girls in band be allowed to wear make up?? that doesnt seem right. Do they say no make up to the cheerleaders?!?! Also, WHY would any of those kids allow someone to cut their hair if its not a professional cut?!?! YIKES!

Oh.. also, weighed in at WW last night.. down another lb. So total have lost 10.8 lbs. Just 29.2 to go!!! WAY TO GO Kelly on your ressies AND your wt loss! I don't go back to WW till 8/26...

[CADZNYCHC]

:wave:Colleen!!! having a great time?

[CADZNYCHC]

We can book 9/28....i'm assuming "eastern" time...?? so i have an all day CM event on 27th - which will get me home about 10:30 pm or 1:30 am EST...so you know what i'll be doing as soon as i get home.....:banana:

Kelly - thanks for the reminder on adr's....guess i should get with Michelle & Rus & see where we should make ours for our 3 days....it will be Julia's 1st time to WDW....so we'll have to take her to some fabulous places for sure!

[Marla Hellwig]

In regards to band - they want a 'uniform' look - they knew about the hair since they signed up last May - they have been mentioning haircuts for a month now - but some just don't think the rules apply to them

With their hats - they want the hair up - aka ballet dancer -

In regards to make up - color guard can wear some - the color guard director bases make up on their uniform for the year - last year it was pretty simple - just some macrasa and lip gloss, the year before it was more - they did have problems the one year - weather was so hot for most of the season - that makeup was running off etc

[Aisling]

I got my cruise package today, so my day started off on a great note. Louise's and Chad's also came, and I'm going over to her house now to give it to her. She'll be so excited to have it!

Kelly, keep it up with WW, you're on a mission! After Louise's house, I'm going to the gym.:thumbsup2

[CADZNYCHC]

I got my cruise package today, so my day started off on a great note. Louise's and Chad's also came, and I'm going over to her house now to give it to her. She'll be so excited to have it!

Kelly, keep it up with WW, you're on a mission! After Louise's house, I'm going to the gym.:thumbsup2

i want ours....they must be on their way by now:confused3 ...we're even all paid up.....

[disneykelly73]

Brenda, I am sure yours will be coming any day now.
I have been religiously going to my meetings, staying the whole time, and writing down EVERYTHING..

Brian and I are going to Toronto this weekend to see the Sox play the Jays... I have been sitting here planning out how to spend my extra 35 and my daily allotment and STILL enjoy myself at the game and around town. I planned out the restaurants, then choose off the menu for something that fits in my points. I am most concerned about the car rides to and from Canada.. we are talking 9 hrs, in a car.. and I cant bring any nonpackaged items into to Canada or out of there for that matter.. sooooo.. its a numbers game right now.

I want to be down another pound when I weigh in on Tuesday the 26th...

Aisling, that is great about the gym.. I just havent gotten to that level yet. Funny, I am willing to eat less food rather than work out. LAZY!! goodness.

[tiggerwannabe]

We're having a very nice week so far...

weather's been good, the beach is right across the street...

Mom, we have the Harley shop 100 yards from the house - you want us to pick you up something while we're here?

I bought myself a new swimsuit and found a cute outfit at the Harley shop on clearance. Harley's prices are high - as usual, I go straight for the clearance and shop there.

The guys are taking a nap and then we're headed out to dinner.

Otto (my Neph) cut his toe skim boarding but Rose being the nurse she is already took care of his boo boo.

Mom, lemme know if the cruise docs come in, K? Please make sure Laurie is checking the mailbox...if I get anything, I'd like to know if the docs show up.

[trinibjill]

We're having a very nice week so far...

weather's been good, the beach is right across the street...

Mom, we have the Harley shop 100 yards from the house - you want us to pick you up something while we're here?

I bought myself a new swimsuit and found a cute outfit at the Harley shop on clearance. Harley's prices are high - as usual, I go straight for the clearance and shop there.

The guys are taking a nap and then we're headed out to dinner.

Otto (my Neph) cut his toe skim boarding but Rose being the nurse she is already took care of his boo boo.

Mom, lemme know if the cruise docs come in, K? Please make sure Laurie is checking the mailbox please...if I get anything, I'd like to know if the docs show up.

Absolutely, something from the Harley shop, I would love it.

Laurie & I worked out new times. I go after work at about 11:15 am & she goes later.

Will do on the mail. Have a great time.

Mom

[disneykelly73]

Tigg, I hope you are having fantastic weather!!!

[tiggerwannabe]

so far the weather's been great!

Mom, ask Laurie what she wants too please? I need to know a little more specifically what you'd like me to get you. I know what size shirts, you'd need to tell me what style - tank? tee?

[CADZNYCHC]

Kelly...that is great that you're being so "RIGHT on" with the points system...as time goes on & your weight loss starts to slow...GRADUALLY add some short walks....10 mins a few days wk...then up to 20 - 10 mins out the door & back is easy to get in 20...do this till you get to 30 mins at least 4 days/wk...then maybe do some stationary biking & some walking or some ellipitical (if you have access anywhere to this type equipment)...you'll surprise yourself on how the weight loss will stay steady...but you do need to mix it up sometimes....

i didn't know Canada was so strict with their pkgd fds...fruits / veggies yes...but pkgd/processed???? wow....my ideas for low points in a car would be frts/veggies/some almonds....although i don't allow any food in my car...so thats never an issue....

[trinibjill]

so far the weather's been great!

Mom, ask Laurie what she wants too please? I need to know a little more specifically what you'd like me to get you. I know what size shirts, you'd need to tell me what style - tank? tee?


Laurie said she would like a long tank (no belly popper). I would like a tank shirt also.:thumbsup2

OKDOK

[Orlanr]

Brenda: You can have a steak dinner in my car if you like.

[Paragd911]

Hi Guys!

My Wife & I will be on this cruise (and my Service dog) . We have been on the Wonder 2 times. Once with kids, (one without the kids!!!!!!) Its going to be Joy & I(Mark) this time. The kids are mad! We are from Nashville Tn

Both of are trips were in a warmer time of the year. Do you know the weather going to be like in the winter.

This is photos of are trips.
http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh222/paragd911/Honeymoon.jpg
http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh222/paragd911/DSC00972.jpg
http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh222/paragd911/DSC01037.jpg
http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh222/paragd911/DSC00963.jpg
http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh222/paragd911/Verandah.jpg

[CADZNYCHC]

Brenda: You can have a steak dinner in my car if you like.
ahhhh - you're the best!!! but do you mean YOUR car...Chel's sports car???? or the COP CAR???:lmao: oh...maybe you meant the rental car..

:cool1: :cheer2: WELCOME Joy, Mark AND Shadow:cheer2: :cool1: this is a great group.....some of us know each other already...some we're waiting (patiently) to meet....a cruise without the kids....OMG - mine would KILL me...but he LOVES this ship & this cruise/trip to WDW is his almost 18 BD gift...

[Orlanr]

Welcome, can't wait to meet with "Yall" (I'm from southern central California)
Rus

[CADZNYCHC]

Nashville huh??? i'm going to be in Covington in about a month - somewhere around 9/23 - 9/24.....

also, a few pages back, someone mentioned the weather should be mild temps.....not hot...def not cold

[Orlanr]

ahhhh - you're the best!!! but do you mean YOUR car...Chel's sports car???? or the COP CAR???:lmao: oh...maybe you meant the rental car..

:cool1: :cheer2: WELCOME Joy, Mark AND Shadow:cheer2: :cool1: this is a great group.....some of us know each other already...some we're waiting (patiently) to meet....a cruise without the kids....OMG - mine would KILL me...but he LOVES this ship & this cruise/trip to WDW is his almost 18 BD gift...


If you want to eat in my cop car, you have to eat in the back seat.

[CADZNYCHC]

If you want to eat in my cop car, you have to eat in the back seat.
that's what i was afraid of....& can honestly say i've NEVER been in a cop car....esp the back seat:scared1: :lmao:

[CADZNYCHC]

Hey Rus...i like your avatar...did you take that photo? also, have you & chel talked about Adr's for WDW? any ideas ? our "must do" restaurant is gone:sad2: (Alfredos)

[Anjelica]

Hey everyone - no the world isn't coming to an end I am actually posting more than once a week this week. Been trying to check in more often. BTW - we also got our booklet of information today so it's definetly getting nearer.

Paragd911 - WELCOME!!! You will find that these folks are some quick posters...:) We have a website going for those on the this cruise meet http://www.themcmurphys.com/2008_NewYearsEve_Disneycruise.html - check it out and if you want to have your information added just send me an email at anjelshannon@prodigy.net.

Everyone else - I know as we get closer more folks will be getting their excursions booked, etc. just send me an email with the information and I will add to the website. Also, if you want me to add any Palo Brunch/Dinner information regarding parties being linked let me know.

BTW - tigg hope you are enjoying the beach!!!!

[Orlanr]

I know this may sound kinda stupid, has anybody called DCL and asked what was going on, and on what night? :confused3

[Marla Hellwig]

welcome welcome welcome

I have been threatening to leave my kid at home - sure glad school is starting soon

[CADZNYCHC]

Hi Anjelica!!! how's the headaches??? GONE i hope!!! And sydney? Liking school? ds starts tomorrow....i guess when you;re a senior the 1st day is just one closer to graduation....

Rus....Kelly (who can book at 105 days out) is going to MAKE them give her all the nightly details to see what night we're doing what, but someone did confirm that Wed 12/31 NYE would ALSO be Formal Night...so trying to find out if DCL has assigned Pirate night etc....

[Orlanr]

Hey Rus...i like your avatar...did you take that photo? also, have you & chel talked about Adr's for WDW? any ideas ? our "must do" restaurant is gone:sad2: (Alfredos)
Michelle took the photo when she was in Paris last month, I did the enhancement. Chel and I like to eat off property, we like going to Emeril's two restaurants. But you know me, I'll eat anywhere, even in your car.

[Anjelica]

Hi Anjelica!!! how's the headaches??? GONE i hope!!! And sydney? Liking school? ds starts tomorrow....i guess when you;re a senior the 1st day is just one closer to graduation....

Rus....Kelly (who can book at 105 days out) is going to MAKE them give her all the nightly details to see what night we're doing what, but someone did confirm that Wed 12/31 NYE would ALSO be Formal Night...so trying to find out if DCL has assigned Pirate night etc....

Yes - headaches gone for now. Lets see, Sean graduates high school in 2025 so I suspect the headaches will come and go till then....:lmao:

Sydney is doing very well in school. She's really taken to it - I think all those years in daycare and preschool/pre-K helped her quite a bit. I figured by now she would be complaining about something but nada yet.

I bet she is excited (your DS) about being a Senior. If its anything like back when I was in HS the last semester is such a breeze because by then our colleges had already accepted us - as long as we didn't totally bomb we were good. I hope she really enjoys it.

I will be booking at 105 days out along with kelly - hopefully we will know before the 105 booking day window what night is what. I would hate to have to move stuff around after the fact.

Well I am off to put Sydney to bed and then veg out in front of the tv for an hour. I will catch up with you guys later - have a good night!!!

[CADZNYCHC]

Michelle took the photo when she was in Paris last month, I did the enhancement. Chel and I like to eat off property, we like going to Emeril's two restaurants. But you know me, I'll eat anywhere, even in your car. :rotfl2: well we can sure try one of Emeril's....never been there...

Yes - headaches gone for now. Lets see, Sean graduates high school in 2025 so I suspect the headaches will come and go till then....:lmao:
glad they're gone for now
Sydney is doing very well in school. She's really taken to it - I think all those years in daycare and preschool/pre-K helped her quite a bit. I figured by now she would be complaining about something but nada yet.

I bet she is excited (your DS) about being a Senior. If its anything like back when I was in HS the last semester is such a breeze because by then our colleges had already accepted us - as long as we didn't totally bomb we were good. I hope she really enjoys it. "he will" i'm sure...i think he has a few classes with his DGF Julia & they aren't too apart very often these days...so i think anytime with her is good time

I will be booking at 105 days out along with kelly - hopefully we will know before the 105 booking day window what night is what. I would hate to have to move stuff around after the fact. well you would think they KNOW the schedule...but maybe it's not in print yet...??? so is changeableWell I am off to put Sydney to bed and then veg out in front of the tv for an hour. I will catch up with you guys later - have a good night!!! enjoy....i'm off to bed myself shortly..

[CADZNYCHC]

Michelle took the photo when she was in Paris last month, I did the enhancement.

ohhhh...it doesn't look like any of the ones i saw...maybe that's the enhancement....hummmm

[Aisling]

If you want to eat in my cop car, you have to eat in the back seat.

OOOh a cop and a prison guard on our cruise! That'll make for some interesting conversation!


that's what i was afraid of....& can honestly say i've NEVER been in a cop car....esp the back seat:scared1: :lmao:

I have, in the back, but I wasn't being arrested!;)

I know this may sound kinda stupid, has anybody called DCL and asked what was going on, and on what night? :confused3

Rus, this has to be the best question I've read here in a long time. My personal answer is "duh", which means no I haven't called, and I should, instead of just speculating!


Mark, Joy, and Shadow, a big WELCOME to you! I've never seen a service dog before...but I know they are amazing!
I hope you jump right on in and post post post!

[Orlanr]

:rotfl2: well we can sure try one of Emeril's....never been there...

enjoy....i'm off to bed myself shortly..

We have a reservation at Emeril's at City Walk, Great Food and Service.:tinker:

[ohioworkingmom]

Here is a picture of the print we received in our room on NYE, 2004

http://i514.photobucket.com/albums/t346/rlridge/221643749306_0_SM.jpg

Here are the mattes we had autographed and put the 6x8 pictures in. The frame was 8 x 10, I had them cut the matte so it would fit the picture, and then took the matte to guest services to have them signed.

http://i514.photobucket.com/albums/t346/rlridge/341643749306_0_ALB.jpg

and the other DD
http://i514.photobucket.com/albums/t346/rlridge/131643749306_0_ALB.jpg

[CADZNYCHC]

We have a reservation at Emeril's at City Walk, Great Food and Service.:tinker: awesome...you're such a great travel partner....THANKS!!!

OOOh a cop and a prison guard on our cruise! That'll make for some interesting conversation!



I have, in the back, but I wasn't being arrested!;) OMG....this sounds like a story for "THE COVE"
Rus, this has to be the best question I've read here in a long time. My personal answer is "duh", which means no I haven't called, and I should, instead of just speculating!


Mark, Joy, and Shadow, a big WELCOME to you! I've never seen a service dog before...but I know they are amazing!
I hope you jump right on in and post post post!
Good morning everyone

[disneykelly73]

Hi Mark and Joy.. and Shadow.. LOVED his pics in his Mickey Ears!!!! Did you guys want to take part in the Fish Extender group?? If so let us know, we can have Anjelica put you on the web page.

Rus, I plan on calling on the Monday prior to my being able to book on saturday. I am going to ask what the rotations are.. what the deal is w/the move on pirate night.. and what menus will be served on what nights. I am sure this is NOT an unreasonable request!!! I am a planner!! No worries. Once I have all this info.. I will post it on here. Perhaps after that, Anjelica can post it on the web page, in case the question comes up again, vs having to go back through pages and pages of posts (And pages.. lol... we are a chatty group)..

Brenda, only the adults are allowed to eat in my new car.. as we are oober careful... the skids are allowed water (it doesnt stain) as they are clumsy w/food and drinks. Luckily, the trip is just DH and I.. so we can have a bite in the car. I dont think that we can bring animal products (such as shaved ham sandwiches on the light pepperidge farm bread w/mustard) into canada. I think as long as the item is sealed in a bag.. Pretzels and the like, from the manufacturer, they allow it. We are also bringing Granola bars (found a good 3 ptr for the 2 bars in the package.. because really, who is going to eat 1 and put the other bacK?!?!?) Also, I plan on not exercising until I start to Plateua.. so that I can totally keep the weightloss going. I do like your idea to building up slowly, since I am not an eager exerciser!! :rolleyes1

Anyway.. Who stayed up to watch Shawn Johnson win the gold??? I was on the edge of my chair the whole time!!!:goodvibes

[Anjelica]

enjoy....i'm off to bed myself shortly..

DOH!!! - I can't believe I called your son a girl. Sorry - I was looking at Marla's daughters pictures right above your post as I was typing so I had a brain freeze. Sorry....:worship:

[CADZNYCHC]

DOH!!! - I can't believe I called your son a girl. Sorry - I was looking at Marla's daughters pictures right above your post as I was typing so I had a brain freeze. Sorry....:worship:

Thats okay...he'll never know!!!!

Kelly - i didn't stay up to watch olympics last night....hope they show it all again tonite...how exciting for her!!! and for my homestate of Iowa!

[artman]

I'll be bringing a roll, to hold up some parts of me in my strapless blouses!

Claudia won't let me wear my speedo anymore so I may need a roll as well. :lmao:



Artie--did I read you were going in to work today? If so, I hope it went well.


I've been back to work all week, things are going ok considering the lack of solid food (I'm down about 15 lbs and counting). We go to the surgeon for a follow up Thurs. hopefully he will take out some of my elastics to make it easier to eat.


Here is a cute joke I found.


A man was walking along a California beach and stumbled across an old lamp. He picked it up and rubbed it and out popped a genie.

The genie said "OK, OK. You released me from the lamp, blah blah blah. This is the fourth time this month and I'm getting a little sick of these wishes so you can forget about three. You only get one wish!"

The man sat and thought about it for a while and said, "I've always wanted to go to Hawaii but I'm scared to fly and I get very seasick.

Could you build me a bridge to Hawaii so I can drive over there to visit?"

The genie laughed and said, "That's impossible. Think of the logistics of that! How would the supports ever reach the bottom of the Pacific? Think of how much concrete...how much steel!! No-think of another wish."

The man said OK and tried to think of a really good wish. Finally,he said, "I've been married and divorced four times. My wives always said that I don't care and that I'm insensitive. So, I wish that I could understand women....know how they feel inside and what they're thinking when they give me the silent treatment....know why they're crying, know what they really want when they say 'nothing'....know how to make them truly happy...."

The genie said, "You want that bridge two lanes or four?"

[disneykelly73]

OMG Artie, that joke is a riot!!!!

[magicalfam5]

Welcome Mark, Joy, and Shadow!

Great joke Artie. Hope your visit on Thursday goes well and you can start eating more soon.

Probably won't check back until the weekend. Have to get Jimmy packed up today so we can move him back to college tomorrow. Busy, busy, busy.

Judy

[Paragd911]

[QUOTE=disneykelly73;27037124]Hi Mark and Joy.. and Shadow.. LOVED his pics in his Mickey Ears!!!! Did you guys want to take part in the Fish Extender group?? If so let us know, we can have Anjelica put you on the web page.

Most tours are not Wheelchair friendly out of the USA. We are just like shopping!!

[disneykelly73]

Oh Mark.. the Fish Extenders is on board. You hang this "fish extender" from your fish in the hallway next to your door... Then.. each night, a surprise shows up in them. Each family participating brings a surprise and puts them in the fish extenders. I am going to make up the schedule of who on what nights, and which cabins are participating.

I can send you the link if you are interested!!!

How old is Shadow by the way?

[disneykelly73]

Mark check out this thread on Fish Extenders..

http://disboards.com/showthread.php?t=1219607

[Paragd911]

Oh Mark.. the Fish Extenders is on board. You hang this "fish extender" from your fish in the hallway next to your door... Then.. each night, a surprise shows up in them. Each family participating brings a surprise and puts them in the fish extenders. I am going to make up the schedule of who on what nights, and which cabins are participating.

I can send you the link if you are interested!!!

How old is Shadow by the way?

He is 4 ...he will be 5 in Jan

[disneykelly73]

I love animals. He looks to be so sweet.

I look forward to meeting you, Joy and Shadow on the cruise! :goodvibes

Let me know if the Fish Extender looks like something you want to take part in. :goodvibes

[Aisling]

Claudia won't let me wear my speedo anymore so I may need a roll as well. :lmao:

For Chad's 21st birthday, we surprised him with a trip to a drag restaurant...all the servers were men dressed like women, I mean down to the implants! They were gorgeous, and it was a HOOT! Anyway, they said, between all the servers/entertainers, they use TEN rolls of duct tape A NIGHT! OUCHIE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! (And it really works, I have some close-up pics, and nada!)

[CADZNYCHC]

For Chad's 21st birthday, we surprised him with a trip to a drag restaurant...all the servers were men dressed like women, I mean down to the implants! They were gorgeous, and it was a HOOT! Anyway, they said, between all the servers/entertainers, they use TEN rolls of duct tape A NIGHT! OUCHIE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! (And it really works, I have some close-up pics, and nada!)

omg - i remember those photos....doesn't seem possible that is was almost a year ago that Lora & I came to NYC!!!!

[Marla Hellwig]

No cruise papers received here - guess I don't rate

Introducing our new furball

she is a little girl - and due to her 'sad' face and ears - she was promptly named

Eeyore

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http://photopost.wdwinfo.com/data/500/8352band_aug_20_08_006-med.jpg

[Orlanr]

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Brenda, only the adults are allowed to eat in my new car.. as we are oober careful... the skids are allowed water (it doesnt stain) as they are clumsy w/food and drinks. Luckily, the trip is just DH and I.. so we can have a bite in the car. I dont think that we can bring animal products (such as shaved ham sandwiches on the light pepperidge farm bread w/mustard) into canada. I think as long as the item is sealed in a bag.. Pretzels and the like, from the manufacturer, they allow it. We are also bringing Granola bars (found a good 3 ptr for the 2 bars in the package.. because really, who is going to eat 1 and put the other bacK?!?!?) Also, I plan on not exercising until I start to Plateua.. so that I can totally keep the weightloss going. I do like your idea to building up slowly, since I am not an eager exerciser!! :rolleyes1

Anyway.. Who stayed up to watch Shawn Johnson win the gold??? I was on the edge of my chair the whole time!!!:goodvibes

Guys, it's a car, eat away, it can get you good things. A couple of years ago Chel and I went on a Big Sur Tour with my Porsche club. They had a surprise scavenger hunt for stuff in our cars. I got 50 bonus points for finding an old French fry in my car, I won a hat. Thats why Chels 350Z has two seats and 5 cup holder. I love drive inns:scared1:

[Marla Hellwig]

think 1/2 our meals lately have been in the car - I need a not so crazy schedule

[CADZNYCHC]

Guys, it's a car, eat away, it can get you good things. A couple of years ago Chel and I went on a Big Sur Tour with my Porsche club. They had a surprise scavenger hunt for stuff in our cars. I got 50 bonus points for finding an old French fry in my car, I won a hat. Thats why Chels 350Z has two seats and 5 cup holder. I love drive inns:scared1:
you OBVIOUSLY never saw the van after the Salesian carpool days....that's why there has been 'no food allowed' since then....9 yrs now...AND no eating in cars also means no mindless snacking
think 1/2 our meals lately have been in the car - I need a not so crazy schedule
Marla your new bunny is ADORABLE!!!! and i love her name too....

[disneykelly73]

The bunny is ADORABLE, I just want to hug and kiss her!!! What a pretty girl. I have always wanted a bunny. My ex bf said no. Then I had my condo as a single girl, but it was too small w/the cats and all.. then I got my house and my dh said no. MEN!! (except present company)

I dont mind eating in the car, but my dh's children are just the worst. They can barely function at a table, and forget it, they are not allowed food any room EXCEPT the kitchen and dining room. They have no supervision over stuff like that at home.. Christmas a couple of years ago, my Stepson ruined my couch, he ground CHOCOLATE into the cushion. Literally looked like someone had pooped on my couch.. NASTY, and it never came out. Got a new couch, and new RULES!!

Brian and I will be eating in the car on the way to Toronto. We got the 97% fat free ham (4.5 pts for the whole container of ham) and the light bread. I am all set for this road trip up w/foods that fit into WW's plan!!! yeah!!! I have also stuck to my daily points so that all my extra for the week are usable in Canada!!!

[Orlanr]

[quote=disneykelly73;27059977]

I dont mind eating in the car, but my dh's children are just the worst. They can barely function at a table, and forget it, they are not allowed food any room EXCEPT the kitchen and dining room. They have no supervision over stuff like that at home.. Christmas a couple of years ago, my Stepson ruined my couch, he ground CHOCOLATE into the cushion. Literally looked like someone had pooped on my couch.. NASTY, and it never came out. Got a new couch, and new RULES!!
/quote]
OK, OK, I surrender, I won't eat in the car anymore. :worship:

[disneykelly73]

ok.. ok.. I know I said I was going to wait until closer to the REAS Palo booking date to ask the questions.. but I called DCL today AGAIN!! I know.. those poor people are going to have to fill out a restraining order or something.

This one was very nice and Very helpful. I confirmed what my OBC is from when I booked on the ship last.. then asked if I paid for it in full w/my Disney Visa, if I would get the additional $50 OBC.. that was a no.. not combinable I was told.

Then I moved on to the rotation again.. Do they know when they will be making the final decisions... the answer. No. They tend to be fluid in nature up until like 2 weeks before the sailing. That no one really knows the final until they get to the port. Grrrrr.. I asked how am I supposed to properly plan my Palo visit!?!?! she said book what you can get, if it doesnt coincide w/what you would like, tell the dining manager, and they will try to accomodate you. I think to the point of eating to dinners is what she was suggesting.. I wanted to say.. I like some menus better than others.. but.. **sigh** I think they think we are all big eaters... lol.. cruise folks.

Ok.. I moved on to Palo brunch and the private dining room. I have to fax a request to inventory control w/the private room request. The guests names and their ressie numbers as well as my own. Then they will get back to us. Its on a first come first serve basis. Can those that were interested PM me, so that I can pull that list together. Minimum number of people is 12, max number is 14. Brian and I are in. This would be for Dec 29th at 10amish.

[disneykelly73]

Rus.. you are funny.

The new car (literally brand new) has light grey seats.. I just am not to the point where I trust them w/food in my car. Perhaps when the car gets older, they will be able to eat in my car again. DH's car is a different story, as its a pig sty!!! ha.

[Anjelica]

think 1/2 our meals lately have been in the car - I need a not so crazy schedule

Sounds like my clan - between the two locations of picking up and dropping off for school/daycare, the extracurricular activities (and I'm the only driver in the house as my husband is legally blind) and the fact that we have been trying to get to the gym more - seems McDonalds and Qdoba are regular stops for us. AND - my son is VERY pissy when he gets hungry and wants food now so for us the kids are allowed to eat in the car..:(

ok.. ok.. I know I said I was going to wait until closer to the REAS Palo booking date to ask the questions.. but I called DCL today AGAIN!! I know.. those poor people are going to have to fill out a restraining order or something.

This one was very nice and Very helpful. I confirmed what my OBC is from when I booked on the ship last.. then asked if I paid for it in full w/my Disney Visa, if I would get the additional $50 OBC.. that was a no.. not combinable I was told.

Then I moved on to the rotation again.. Do they know when they will be making the final decisions... the answer. No. They tend to be fluid in nature up until like 2 weeks before the sailing. That no one really knows the final until they get to the port. Grrrrr.. I asked how am I supposed to properly plan my Palo visit!?!?! she said book what you can get, if it doesnt coincide w/what you would like, tell the dining manager, and they will try to accomodate you. I think to the point of eating to dinners is what she was suggesting.. I wanted to say.. I like some menus better than others.. but.. **sigh** I think they think we are all big eaters... lol.. cruise folks.

Ok.. I moved on to Palo brunch and the private dining room. I have to fax a request to inventory control w/the private room request. The guests names and their ressie numbers as well as my own. Then they will get back to us. Its on a first come first serve basis. Can those that were interested PM me, so that I can pull that list together. Minimum number of people is 12, max number is 14. Brian and I are in. This would be for Dec 29th at 10amish.

Question - what is the guarantee we will get it (the private room) vs. booking seperately - basically at 105 days out will we know? I would hate to rely on the private palo lunch and then find out that we didn't get it and my booking window has passed.

[disneykelly73]

OMG.. sorry.. I should have been more clear. Go ahead and book the regular ressie.. IF the inventory people give it to us, they move our ressie into the private dinning room. We wouldnt find out til like 30 days before I think. I just have to send it as soon as possible.. but will be booking Palo Brunch for sure on the 105th day out.

Sorry for the confusion. still book in case we dont get it.

[Anjelica]

OMG.. sorry.. I should have been more clear. Go ahead and book the regular ressie.. IF the inventory people give it to us, they move our ressie into the private dinning room. We wouldnt find out til like 30 days before I think. I just have to send it as soon as possible.. but will be booking Palo Brunch for sure on the 105th day out.

Sorry for the confusion. still book in case we dont get it.

Is there a specific time I should book for on the December 29th? Like 1000am?

[Marla Hellwig]

Thanks - she is still in the scitter butt mode but hoping she settles down - she does sleep in some of the funnest positions - she was sleeping outside of her little house and was laying on side curled around the house and other night Kara noticed her layng almost flat on her back with her feet up - of course Kara checked on her - she was fine but gave Kara a 'dirty look' for waking her up:rotfl:

[disneykelly73]

Yes, I say book for the 29th at 10am.

[CADZNYCHC]

Rus.. you are funny.

The new car (literally brand new) has light grey seats.. I just am not to the point where I trust them w/food in my car. Perhaps when the car gets older, they will be able to eat in my car again. DH's car is a different story, as its a pig sty!!! ha.

and my car is a year old now AND STILL LOOKS & STILL smells brand new....because there is no food allowed.....:lmao: :lmao:

[artman]

I just went out to my car to see if there was a left over Big Mac under the seat, but alas no burger.

The doctor told me today no solid food for another 2 weeks. Memorial donations in his memory can be made to the Nova Scotia Medical Association. ;)

I'll try to be good for a few days, but the golden arches are taunting me every time I drive by.

[CADZNYCHC]

I just went out to my car to see if there was a left over Big Mac under the seat, but alas no burger.

The doctor told me today no solid food for another 2 weeks. Memorial donations in his memory can be made to the Nova Scotia Medical Association. ;)

I'll try to be good for a few days, but the golden arches are taunting me every time I drive by.

:lmao: oh Artie i am sooooo sorry you can't eat anything good for another two wks...i think i NEED your diet...i would love to lose 15 lbs in 2-3 wks!!!!

[Orlanr]

Is anybody else using Thrifty Car Rental on the departure day? :confused3

[nskjerven]

No cruise papers received here - guess I don't rate

Introducing our new furball

she is a little girl - and due to her 'sad' face and ears - she was promptly named

Eeyore

http://photopost.wdwinfo.com/data/500/8352band_aug_20_08_005-med.jpg


http://photopost.wdwinfo.com/data/500/8352band_aug_20_08_006-med.jpg


She is beautiful, congrats on your new honey bunny :hug:

[nskjerven]

Guys, it's a car, eat away, it can get you good things. A couple of years ago Chel and I went on a Big Sur Tour with my Porsche club. They had a surprise scavenger hunt for stuff in our cars. I got 50 bonus points for finding an old French fry in my car, I won a hat. Thats why Chels 350Z has two seats and 5 cup holder. I love drive inns:scared1:

Bite your tongue, not all cars are to be eaten in...

We have a 1955 Speedster and she is not a car to take thru the drive thru.

We have talked about getting into a local club, what events have you done and enjoyed and what kind do you have?

[tiggerwannabe]

:wave:

:sunny: :beach: :teeth:

:wave:

[Orlanr]

Bite your tongue, not all cars are to be eaten in...

We have a 1955 Speedster and she is not a car to take thru the drive thru.

We have talked about getting into a local club, what events have you done and enjoyed and what kind do you have?

I no longer have it, but I had a 1978 911sc Targa. The Porsche Club of America chapters are a lot of fun. We mostly did runs around the central coast of California, went to the races at Laguna Seca and such. They have a pretty good members web site for information. My wife now have an 2007 350Z, I'm saving my pennies for a new Cayman.

[Aisling]

Hi Gang, I'm in the Catskills mountains, upstate NY. I took Chloe back home, and am visiting with my sister. Jesse and Cory are with me.

Just for the record, eating is definitely allowed in my car!:rotfl:

Kelly when I get home on Monday, I'll talk to my crew and give a definite answer about the group Palo brunch.

The cruise is getting so close, I'm getting nervous!:scared: :yay:

Marla, Eeyore is sooo cute!

[Marla Hellwig]

Just a fly by post - busy weekend here - and the fun begins for us

I am not going to stress over Palo - figure by the time I can book 10/13 - there won't be any availability - but who knows

have a great weekend all!

[magicalfam5]

Marla--cute bunny. Have a great weekend. Our season starts tomorrow.

Anyone can eat in my car. I'm so obsessed with cleaning that anything that spills gets cleaned up right away.

Moved Jimmy back to college yesterday. It was exhausting. Kelly and Brian started back today. Me and the dog are lonely. I only cried a little.

Yesterday at band practice, 11 wallets were stolen (one was Kelly's)from the band room while they were practicing on the field. Some were found in the bathroom garbage(including Kelly's)--all the money missing, credit cards still there. We already canceled them once she called to tell us. She only has a gas card. Found out today that 7 wallets were stolen from the band at a nearby school the same day while they were practicing.:mad:

Kelly's going babysitting, Brian's going to a football game, and Jim and I are going swimming (the water temp is 87:) ) It was 90 here today.

Have a great weekend everyone. Starting tomorrow, 18 weeks left!!:banana::yay:

Judy

[Marla Hellwig]

Long night here - the football team lost 37 - 6 - didn't score until a couple of minutes left in the game

but

The band looked and sounded great

They even had their 'surprise' for pregame - they are the Firebirds and they spelled out a script Bird while playing the song that Ohio State uses when they spell out script Ohio -

It was hot last night at kickoff it was like 86 or so which on the astroturf field - at least 10 degrees hotter - saw Kara after half time and she was just dripping wet

[CADZNYCHC]

Happy 18th week.....:cool1:

Oh Marla...sorry to hear of the FB loss..we are so used to that here...with only 3 yrs under their belt (ours is a very young/new school) - we've lost most of the games these past two years - the 1st year they actually won most but we only played other small private schools....now we're in a league & playing everyone in our division...

well i'm off to shower & get ready for the trip to UC Davis....till l8r

[Aisling]

I'm still in the Catskillls, it's so beautiful here, what a different life-style here, so slow and laid-back. I love it here, but just for a visit. I honestly think I'd lose my mind after a while living here, as gorgeous as it is.

Cory and Jesse are ready to get home, they miss their friends. We'll be leaving in a few hours, to get home before dark. It's a 4 hour drive back to the city.

I'm almost done with my FE gifts. When I get home, I have to check the list and make sure I have everyone. I'm on my dad's PC with dial-up, and it's so slow.

I'm wishing everyone a peaceful Sunday, and a safe trip home for Tig. (I think she's coming home today from NC.)

[CADZNYCHC]

Tigg...Aisling...you both home safely?

[CADZNYCHC]

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Julia & Ryan
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UC Davis lake
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Campus Hall

[Aisling]

I'm home safe, Brenda, thank you for asking.:goodvibes

UC Davis looks like a pretty campus, and Ryan looks pretty happy with his pretty DGF!

Best of luck to him as he makes his decision!

[tiggerwannabe]

We're home...tired but safe

I'm headed over to my school soon to see if I can get a couple more classes in. Mika is doing ok, she really needs to see the doc for her swelling - again - but I am being optimistic that she'll be ok.

We got our cruise package!!!

...now alls we need is that true itinerary :rolleyes:

I'll be back to catch up with everyone later today...
have a great Monday my Magic Mateys!

[magicalfam5]

Happy Monday everyone!

Glad everyone made it home safe. Hope you all had fun. Tigg, I hope Mika does ok.

Nice campus Brenda. Julia and Ryan look so cute together!

Our football team lost this weekend also. We always have a very tough schedule, but manage to make the playoffs. Our band did a great job and my son Brian did great with his solo! I think I cheered the loudest for him--everyone turned and looked at me.:blush:

Judy

[Aisling]

my son Brian did great with his solo! I think I cheered the loudest for him--everyone turned and looked at me.:blush:

Judy


That means you did a good job!!!!!!!!!!!

Welcome home, Tiggie!

I'm in the process of finagling my finances to pay off the cruise by the Sept date. I budgeted for October, but I don't want to miss out on the ability to book excursions at the 90 day mark. I've been ignoring the price of the two staterooms, but now I have to face it!:scared1: Thank goodness my kids like ramen noodles, because that's what we're going to be eating breakfast lunch and dinner for a while!:rotfl:

[Orlanr]

That means you did a good job!!!!!!!!!!!

Welcome home, Tiggie!

I'm in the process of finagling my finances to pay off the cruise by the Sept date. I budgeted for October, but I don't want to miss out on the ability to book excursions at the 90 day mark. I've been ignoring the price of the two staterooms, but now I have to face it!:scared1: Thank goodness my kids like ramen noodles, because that's what we're going to be eating breakfast lunch and dinner for a while!:rotfl:

Thats what Chel and I are doing too. But for a change I go to McDonalds and get the ketchup packs, go home, boil water and make tomato soup. Just like Campbells. :laughing:

[Aisling]

And if we throw a few blades of grass on top, it becomes a "healthy meal"! And it'll look gourmet, too!:thumbsup2

[Marla Hellwig]

Just a couple of pictures from pre game last Fri night

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[Marla Hellwig]

We took my mom to doctor and we had lunch out - dropped off mom and was planning on zipping by house pick up library books to take - we pulled up in driveway and found an injured bird just sorta sitting in front yard

Turns out it was a cooper's hawk - and we finally found a nature preserve over in the next county that would take him/her and nurse him/her back to health

Of course Kara wanted to keep him/her

ya right

[nskjerven]

We took my mom to doctor and we had lunch out - dropped off mom and was planning on zipping by house pick up library books to take - we pulled up in driveway and found an injured bird just sorta sitting in front yard

Turns out it was a cooper's hawk - and we finally found a nature preserve over in the next county that would take him/her and nurse him/her back to health

Of course Kara wanted to keep him/her

ya right

Can you please remind Kara that her new friend, with the long ears, might be dinner for that BIRD :scared:

[Marla Hellwig]

I told her that more than once

Once we got him there - they were pretty happy to see that he/she wasn't too injured

They said we could call at the end of the week to check on status

[tiggerwannabe]

:wave:

[nskjerven]

:wave:

:wave: ::yes:: :drinking1

.

[nskjerven]

did you notice I'm finally tag worthy???:goodvibes

[tiggerwannabe]

Nice tags!

How you doin?

[Aisling]

Hiya Nan!!!!!

Marla, nice pics. It looks like Kara goes to a big school with all those bleacher seats!


Grim, you lurking? I miss you!

[nskjerven]

Nice tags!

How you doin?

good good, kids started school today.

Hiya Nan!!!!!

Marla, nice pics. It looks like Kara goes to a big school with all those bleacher seats!


Grim, you lurking? I miss you!

Hey A, what's up with you?

[CADZNYCHC]

I'm home safe, Brenda, thank you for asking.:goodvibes

UC Davis looks like a pretty campus, and Ryan looks pretty happy with his pretty DGF!

Best of luck to him as he makes his decision!Thanks...it'll be more
tough on me i think...as we were waiting for the tour to begin...it finally hit me that in one VERY SHORT year...he'd be going away...:sad2:
and yeah - they are just sooooo cute together!!! so wish we could have gotten her on the ship at a decent rate so you all could meet her...another cruise i guess

Glad you all got home safely....i just got home from my school mtg..so gotta get to bed soon!!! it's way past my bedtime!

[Aisling]

Hey A, what's up with you?

Working my A off at the gym everyday! I think I'm falling for my trainer...he's an Isreali soldier who said that I'm so beautiful that it's a sin the way I haven't taken care of my body!:rotfl: (I'm not really falling for him, don't worry, he's about 29, too young for me!)

[tiggerwannabe]

That's very nice and honest of him tho A...you take such great care of everyone around you, it's about time you focused more on yourself ::yes::

Nan's Heaven = Kids back in school ;)

Great new band pics Marla!

You blender up a big mac yet Artie?

It's almost that time huh Brenda? You've done an awesome job getting ready for your three day walk-I am very proud of you!

To all you other Magic Mateys and lurkers out there...Happy Tuesday!

:wave:

[CADZNYCHC]

Aisling...Tigg is right...it is nice that you are taking the time to "TAKE CARE OF YOU"....keep up the good work!!!!

Yep just 10 more days...it's very exciting...meeting with a couple of my team mates tomorrow night to go over last minute details.....:thumbsup2 did i tell you all about the shirts i got everyone on my team? They are pink with Minnie on the front & the back says "The DZNY CHCS" in the waltograph font....& then underneath, it has the event - date - & city....of course we'll get photos & post later...

Tonite is back to school night...another late night for me....ugghhhh

[tiggerwannabe]

Adrian told us last night he's moving back home!

He's realized that living in the city "part time" just isn't worth the expense~

He's also talking about going into the Coast Guard reserves! I am ok with it cause the CG is the only military branch that is pretty much guaranteed to stay stateside. Adrian is going to take the fact that they'll pay his college tuition and run with it...I am very proud of my Boy~

[Aisling]

Adrian told us last night he's moving back home!

He's realized that living in the city "part time" just isn't worth the expense~

He's also talking about going into the Coast Guard reserves! I am ok with it cause the CG is the only military branch that is pretty much guaranteed to stay stateside. Adrian is going to take the fact that they'll pay his college tuition and run with it...I am very proud of my Boy~

I have a high school friend who joined the Coast Guard right out of h.s. and LOVED it. He retired a few years ago with 20 years under his belt, a fantastic pension and benefits for life, and is now working "for the fun of it" as a supply chief at the police department. Through the Coast Guard, he got a low interest mortgage for a beautiful home, a college education (only went for his associates), and had the luxury of working the coastline close to home. He met his lovely wife through the Coast Guard, and has a wonderful family. She also retired at age 38 after 20 years of service, and got a job in a fiber optics company managing communications, which she learned from the Coast Guard. I say to Adrian GO FOR IT BABY!

[disneykelly73]

Hi everyone,

Brian and I got back in at 130 this am from Canada.. OMG.. got hung up at the border crossing.. LONG TIME... most cars were having their trunks searched. I am EXHAUSTED!!!

Brian joined the US Coast Guard 13 yrs ago. I think he thought it would be temporary, but found it to be a good gig. He has lived in Key West FL, Hawaii, Newport, RI and now in MA. Adrian should apply to the US Coast Guard Academy in New London CT. Its the one thing that Brian says he would have done different. He can become an officer, while obtaining his education there. They pay for it, plus they pay him while in school. Its worth looking into. If Adrian has any questions, he can talk to Brian. I can make his phone number available to you guys!!! Plus, he can chat him up on the cruise... that is if the kids are still going!!

Oh.. missed my normal weigh in night, will probably weigh in tonight.. hopefully its a loss or the same, as I counted points ALL WEEKEND!!

[tiggerwannabe]

Thanx for the school details Kelly (and Brian.)

I will absolutely pass this on to him!

I know it's a good move for him if he does it right~

He's not much of a talker but I will mention Brian to Aidz and see if he's interested in speaking with him as someone actually in that branch of the service. I have to cancel our second cabin cause the kids are definitely not going.

My friend Rose wanted us to go to WDW in October but I have pretty much decided if we're going anywhere it'll be the cruise come December. I can save us mucho bucks not giving in to the temptation and staying home this Halloween.

Orlanr, Your ketchup pack idea is hilarious but would probably work :scratchin

[trinibjill]

Adrian told us last night he's moving back home!

He's realized that living in the city "part time" just isn't worth the expense~

He's also talking about going into the Coast Guard reserves! I am ok with it cause the CG is the only military branch that is pretty much guaranteed to stay stateside. Adrian is going to take the fact that they'll pay his college tuition and run with it...I am very proud of my Boy~


Well - well - well -
sounds like what his grandmom did (me) Moved out of the house - went to south jersey for a while - decided it wasn't what I wanted - moved back home & went into the Navy. Got a education - each class I took I was either 1st or 2nd in my class. Was just average in high school cause I didn't really like it.
I retired out of the military with 21 yrs 3 mos 19 days & was a Sergeant First Class. :woohoo:

[disneykelly73]

Wow Jill.. that is impressive. Brian is currently a 1st class Petty Officer, he is hoping to make Chief shortly.. He did really well in the tests this year, but last years group still havent made up to the number he ranked.. so its now a wait and see game.

Tigg, there is no guarantee that he wont go overseas, however, the ones that go over are protecting the ports for the Navy ships.. They dont see the front lines or anything like that. The ones they send I believe are a bit more experienced anyway, and are usually specialists... There is a unit called the MSST.. they are a type that might get sent.

Brian used to do the Cuban migration details when he was in Key West..

Its def. a learning experience, and a tight nit group of soldiers.

[tiggerwannabe]

Mika lost her battle with cancer today, her heart just couldn't handle it - she went into cardiac arrest about two hours ago :(

http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a42/MousMManiac/NC08/DSC_1439.jpg (http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a42/MousMManiac/NC08/DSC_1439.jpg)

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[Aisling]

OMG I don't know what to say! My thoughts are definitely with you guys right now. Thank God you had that last vacation with her, she was so loved! Hugging you J. family!

[trinibjill]

Sent you an e-mail. There are tears in my eyes & heart. She was a great companion. She wasn't just a dog. She was family.
LYMI Mom

[CADZNYCHC]

ohhhh Colleen:hug: ....I am so so sorry....i know exactly how you feel....I know Mika was one of your kids...just like Niner! Just know that Mika is just over the Rainbow Bridge where she'll wait with Niner & Betsy's Sultan Peppah until you meet up again.....

[artman]

My thoughts and prayers are with you Tig.

[Anjelica]

I am so sorry Tigg.....

[disneykelly73]

Colleen, I am so so so sorry. I know your pain and I wish I was there to give you a hug and comfort you. I am actually crying at my computer thinking about your pain and that Mica is gone. :grouphug:

[nskjerven]

http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a42/MousMManiac/NC08/DSC_1439.jpg (http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a42/MousMManiac/NC08/DSC_1439.jpg)


Such a wonderful smile. She is running on the beach in doggy heaven :angel:

[Anjelica]

"You think dogs will not be in heaven? I tell you, they will be there long before any of us." - Robert Louis Stevenson

[magicalfam5]

Colleen, I am so sorry:grouphug: It must be so hard for you. I'm sitting here crying as if Mika was my own. I love the picture of her. The picture of her in the mirror looks like she's looking down from the sky.

Judy

[CADZNYCHC]

Just this side of heaven is a place called Rainbow Bridge.

When an animal dies that has been especially close to someone here, that pet goes to Rainbow Bridge.
There are meadows and hills for all of our special friends so they can run and play together.
There is plenty of food, water and sunshine, and our friends are warm and comfortable.

All the animals who had been ill and old are restored to health and vigor; those who were hurt or maimed are made whole and strong again, just as we remember them in our dreams of days and times gone by.
The animals are happy and content, except for one small thing; they each miss someone very special to them, who had to be left behind.

They all run and play together, but the day comes when one suddenly stops and looks into the distance. His bright eyes are intent; His eager body quivers. Suddenly he begins to run from the group, flying over the green grass, his legs carrying him faster and faster.

You have been spotted, and when you and your special friend finally meet, you cling together in joyous reunion, never to be parted again. The happy kisses rain upon your face; your hands again caress the beloved head, and you look once more into the trusting eyes of your pet, so long gone from your life but never absent from your heart.

Then you cross Rainbow Bridge together....

Author unknown...

[magicalfam5]

Brenda, you have me sobbing again.

Judy

[trinibjill]

I'm doing my darndest not to sob. I do have a huge lump in my throat.

When my two boys (cats) died I carried them home in my car from the vet. They died months apart. They were 14 years old.

I buried them together out front. There is a big stone cat there & a stone bench. This was the first year I could sit out there for any length of time.

Had to get another one right away.
http://i9.photobucket.com/albums/a98/trinibjill/DSCN0203.jpg

[Aisling]

Oh Brenda, what a beautiful tribute to beloved pets. I'm all choked up. I know Tig will appreciate you posting that.

And Jill, that memorial spot is also beautiful. I've never been a pet owner, but just from the emotion I'm feeling now, I can understand the love you all have for your animal family members.

[CADZNYCHC]

When Niner passed, we had him cremated & the day after we picked up his ashes, the vet delivered a single rose & a beautiful copy of that poem. It has been many years now (4.5) - but i still miss that boy & cry often for him....

[CADZNYCHC]

Here's Niner's memorial spot...all that's missing from here is his "scrapbook"....
http://im1.shutterfly.com/media/47b4dd37b3127cced7f5c54c6a9800000010O08AZsnLhozbNQ e3nw8/cC/f%3D0/ps%3D50/r%3D0/rx%3D480/ry%3D320/

[magicalfam5]

Those memorials are so nice. All we have left of our dog Max is his collar that someone found. We never did find him.

Just last week (before Jimmy left for college),we were talking about how our dog Sammie acts like she is a human being and is so much a part of our family. He misses her while he is at college. He said he is coming home this weekend to see her ( and us too!) My daughter said she doesn't want to go far away to college so she can come home to see Sammie when she misses her. Then she says, "oh, and you too mom".

Judy

[tiggerwannabe]

I have John taking me to an Akita Rescue Picnic next month...they have a huge raffle to benefit the rescue and I KNEW I wanted to be there when I saw this up for auction :angel:

http://www.akitarescuewny.com/2002FunMatch/2008%20raffle/raffle_form2008.htm

Item #24 – Akita Rainbow Bridge Collection: when that day comes that we are there to honor our beloved companion and help them find peace as they cross the Rainbow Bridge, this collection is to help celebrate their life and love

Rainbow Bridge -- wonderful as commemorative art piece or can be used as a sushi server complete with utensils

Memorial Box -- 5"sq. x 8"H -- holds 4 viewable pictures 2.75" x 4.5", secure compartment perfect for a favorite toy, collar or ashes

Rainbow Bridge Plaque --

4 Akita Angels to Guide their Path -- never alone as they await our joining them again

(Donated in Honor of All beloved Companions at the Rainbow Bridge) Value: $350

http://www.akitarescuewny.com/2002FunMatch/2008%20raffle/1179617239.jpg

http://www.akitarescuewny.com/2002FunMatch/2008%20raffle/memorialrotating.jpg

http://www.akitarescuewny.com/2002FunMatch/2008%20raffle/rainbow%20bridge%20plaque.JPG

http://www.akitarescuewny.com/2002FunMatch/2008%20raffle/fawnangel.jpg

[tiggerwannabe]

I liked this too, it'd be perfect for a final pic of my Mika from our last trip...

http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a42/MousMManiac/0808/rescue20009.jpg

[tiggerwannabe]

We are having her cremated and getting a box like Brenda has Niner in.

Mika will be back home in about two weeks~

I could be dangerous at that auction next month, we can never find any Akita stuff and they have everything from garden plaques to blankets and pillows. I really like the Akita puppy welcome statue~

[tiggerwannabe]

Kelly, Adrian would like to speak to Brian ... I spoke to him on our way to the airport and he would like to hear from someone in the guard that's not a recruiter ;)

Aidz is on his way back to NC

he's going to hang out with a female friend and her family til saturday. He can drive back with them so I only needed to send him one way. It's good timing for him - he can grieve without having to deal with work. John isamess. She was his baby. He knows I'm here for him, we're good together like that~

[tiggerwannabe]

I uploaded most of the stuff from NC in my PB today...

here's the page for those who'd like to see~

http://s8.photobucket.com/albums/a42/MousMManiac/NC08/?start=all

[CustardTart]

Tigg, I'm so very sorry to hear about Mika. I know how tough it is when a beloved pet leaves us. My thoughts are with you and your family... :hug: :hug: :hug:

[CADZNYCHC]

Then she says, "oh, and you too mom".

Judy:laughing: Kids...well at least she'll come home to see you too.....


Colleen - so glad you're having Mika cremated..there are many times i'll just seat & hold Niner's box...it is comforting to some extent.....& his scrapbook is right there too to look through; although i haven't been able to finish it...i've done some work in it...and will finish it all someday...

[CADZNYCHC]

A Dog's Purpose (from a 6-year-old).

Being a veterinarian, I had been called to examine a ten-year-old Irish Wolfhound named Belker. The dog's owners, Ron, his wife Lisa, and their little boy Shane, were all very attached to Belker, and they were hoping for a miracle.

I examined Belker and found he was dying. I told the family we couldn't do anything for Belker, and offered to perform the euthanasia procedure for the old dog in their home.

As we made arrangements, Ron and Lisa told me they thought it would be good for six-year-old Shane to observe the procedure. They felt as though Shane might learn someth ing from the experience.

The next day, I felt the familiar catch in my throat as Belker's family surrounded him. Shane seemed so calm, petting the old dog for the last time, that I wondered if he understood what was going on. Within a few minutes, Belker slipped peacefully away.

The little boy seemed to accept Belker's transition without any difficulty or confusion. We sat together for a while after Belker's Death, wondering aloud about the sad fact that animal lives are shorter than human lives. Shane, who had been listening quietly, piped up, 'I know why.'

Startled, we all turned to him. What came out of his mouth next stunned me. I'd never heard a more comforting explanation.

He said, 'People are born so that they can learn how to live a good Life -- like loving everybody all the time and being nice, right?' The Six-year-old continued, 'Well, dogs already know how to do that, so they don't have to stay as long.

[Aisling]

Tig, I just finished looking at your vacation pictures. :thumbsup2

[CADZNYCHC]

I uploaded most of the stuff from NC in my PB today...

here's the page for those who'd like to see~

http://s8.photobucket.com/albums/a42/MousMManiac/NC08/?start=all

NICE pics...you definitely have some gorgeous shots!!!!

[CADZNYCHC]

Tigg, I'm so very sorry to hear about Mika. I know how tough it is when a beloved pet leaves us. My thoughts are with you and your family... :hug: :hug: :hug:

Hey Kaz.....how good to see you posting..how'd you like the Mex Riviera & DL???? i had totally forgotten you were going till Aisling posted something about missing you...& thats when i remembered where you were....so sad that we didn't get our act together & get down to LA to see you

[tiggerwannabe]

He said, 'People are born so that they can learn how to live a good Life -- like loving everybody all the time and being nice, right?' The Six-year-old continued, 'Well, dogs already know how to do that, so they don't have to stay as long.

:sad1: :wizard: :angel: :dog: :flower3:

That is so sweet~

I really really appreciate all the loving words from all of you.

I am crying loving tears~

[disneykelly73]

As I am catching up today on what I missed after I left work last night, I am sitting at my work desk in tears...

I received that poem when Cinnamon passed away, and like you guys, I had her cremated and she is in a pretty urn in our living room. I too started a scrapbook, but have been unable to complete it.

That vet story is what sent me over the edge in tears. Animals truly are born loving and caring. That hit the nail on the head.

Colleen, I hope your family is doing ok. I know how hard it is. :grouphug:

[CustardTart]

Hey Kaz.....how good to see you posting..how'd you like the Mex Riviera & DL???? i had totally forgotten you were going till Aisling posted something about missing you...& thats when i remembered where you were....so sad that we didn't get our act together & get down to LA to see you

Hi Brenda and all my Magic Mateys! :wave: Nice to be here!!! OMG loved the cruise and loved LA - in truth it was one of our best vacations ever!!! We'll definitely be returning to California in the future... I'm hoping to get a trip report underway before too long so watch this space! ;) Shame we didn't meet up, hon - maybe I'll make it to the US for a solo trip in the not to distant future and get to meet with y'all then... :goodvibes

Currently uber-excited about the prospect of DCL's 2010 "special" cruise itineraries being released in October - we've opted to transfer our August 2009 booking (DH couldn't make it anyway and Samuel has lined up work experience at Citi) to whatever our TA can get for us in July/August 2010!!! I CANNOT WAIT TO FIND OUT THE DETAILS IN OCTOBER!!! (Sorry for shouting...) :yay: :yay: :yay:

[tiggerwannabe]

Hi Kaz! So nice to hear happy news!

I've been reading up on the excursions in the books that DCL sent us :woohoo:

I also just noticed our newest poster isn't on the rosters yet!

Mom, Anjelica; I had to read back 15 pages to find Mark and Shadow's names to ask them a question ... :rolleyes1 I'm just sayin ...

:cutie:

Mark, as I read the excursions, I took notice of how few you really have to choose from. The shocker was that Castaway Cay has NONE! What, if anything, have you been able to get yourself on excursion-wise on your previous cruise(s)?

[tiggerwannabe]

Brenda and Kelly,

sounds like you two need to get hoppin on those scrapbooks!

I've decided to do a digital book for Mika. Her puppy pictures need to be scanned in, but I know exactly where they are upstairs so that's easy. There are a few on Britt's wall that I'd need to scan as well. Those are mostly the ones of the kids dressing her up. Usually in glasses and a hat.

We have video of her trying on my fuzzy black Mickey ears and a video clip of her and Penny wrestling I saved on my MySpace.

Wouldn't that be cool if I could make a real digital scrapbook and could include video clips embedded in the pages! :scratchin

[trinibjill]

I also just noticed our newest poster isn't on the rosters yet!

Mom, Anjelica; I had to read back 15 pages to find Mark and Shadow's names to ask them a question ... :rolleyes1 I'm just sayin ...

:cutie:



Hi Colleen

On Aug 20th I put our newest posters on the 1st page - they are near the top under new additions.

I usually tell Anjelica by pm. She has been busy I'll remind her.

LYMI
Mom

[tiggerwannabe]

Imanidiot ;)

[tiggerwannabe]

Hi Colleen

On Aug 20th I put our newest posters on the 1st page - they are near the top under new additions.

I usually tell Anjelica by pm. She has been busy I'll remind her.

LYMI
Mom

DOH! :headache:

thank you Mom :rolleyes1

:wizard:

[Marla Hellwig]

Awww tiggerwannabe I am sorry to hear about Mika

Got a bit of news ouf of DCL GS tonight

special doings NYE - not much but dress - tux for men, jacket/tie for men (which to me means formal/ semi formal) and for women formal/semi formal

the kids clubs and nursery will be open until 1:00 a.m. and the Stack (teens) will be open until 2:00 - and I think she said the teens might be having their own party - my new phone is being stupid

but for right now - formal night will be 3rd night (12/29) and semi formal 12/31 - but up to ship's staff

[artman]

Thanks for the info Marla.

The last couple of days I have been in full planning mode, mainly for our precruise stay at WDW. Even though we have our dinner ADR's made, I think I have read every menu on the dis, mostly for the counter service. I think maybe I'm doing this because I am hungry all of the time.

Marla, your lucky that Mickey Bar contest is not on right now, I would have enough sticks to build my own cruise ship. :goodvibes

So we know which park we will be at and where we will be eating for every day. I may need Kelly's help to plan the minute by minute attractions details. :laughing: (No, No Kelly said we can't use the restroom until after Splash Mtn. just cross your legs) Sorry Kelly you are too easy a target to resist. ;)

[Aisling]

special doings NYE - not much but dress - tux for men, jacket/tie for men (which to me means formal/ semi formal) and for women formal/semi formal

but for right now - formal night will be 3rd night (12/29) and semi formal 12/31 - but up to ship's staff

I hope I'm not the only befuddled one, but if NYE is tux, jacket/tie, but formal night is on the 29th, wouldn't that sort of mean DCL is sort of suggesting that there sort of be TWO formal nights?

[CADZNYCHC]

no DCL packet yet :sad2:

Maybe a more formal 'semi-formal' night is what they're somewhat suggesting.....:confused3

Aisling...are you taking a suit for Jesse or renting a tux?

Off to bed - been a very long day....

[Orlanr]

no DCL packet yet :sad2:

Maybe a more formal 'semi-formal' night is what they're somewhat suggesting.....:confused3

Aisling...are you taking a suit for Jesse or renting a tux?

Off to bed - been a very long day....


I'm hoping for the semi formal casual night, I've always wanted to wear shorts, tank top and a cumberbun, let's keep our finger's crossed!!!:dance3:

[CADZNYCHC]

and that would be very cute!!! or handsome

[Aisling]

I may need Kelly's help to plan the minute by minute attractions details. :laughing: (No, No Kelly said we can't use the restroom until after Splash Mtn. just cross your legs) Sorry Kelly you are too easy a target to resist. ;)


Kelly, are you gonna let him get away with that??? (I'm an instigator!:laughing: )


Aisling...are you taking a suit for Jesse or renting a tux?

I've been going back and forth with this, and decided on a suit. But I'm notorious for changing my mind, so now you have me thinking again. Is Ryan wearing a tux? Jesse would love to wear a tux, altho he's up for whatever. I'm just thinking about the expense of putting all my men in tuxes, but I could do it.

I'm hoping for the semi formal casual night, I've always wanted to wear shorts, tank top and a cumberbun, let's keep our finger's crossed!!!:dance3:

Between you in that outfit and Artman in his gold lame' tux, I won't need rum tro put me in a laughing fit!

[disneykelly73]

Of course not.. lol

Artie, I thought I explained to you that the bathroom breaks are to be BEFORE splash mountain... Otherwise you might be uncomfortable during the ride from all the running water!!!! And god forbid if there is a log boat back up at the unloading dock (which you know there will be.. ) wouldnt want you to have an accident and then embarass Owen and Claudia!!!

LOL!!!

[artman]

To be honest I usually have my bathroom break while on Splash Mtn. I figure since I'm already wet who will know? :laughing:

[disneykelly73]

EWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWW Gross Artie.. quit being a boy!!

:rotfl:

[artman]

wouldnt want you to have an accident and then embarass Owen and Claudia!!!


I think most days my very existence embarasses them.

[artman]

EWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWW Gross Artie.. quit being a boy!!

:rotfl:

I'll bet you will make sure your mouth is not open when going over the big drop from now on. :lmao:

Why does a boy like to write his name in the snow? Because he can.

[Paragd911]

Hi Kaz! So nice to hear happy news!

I've been reading up on the excursions in the books that DCL sent us :woohoo:

I also just noticed our newest poster isn't on the rosters yet!

Mom, Anjelica; I had to read back 15 pages to find Mark and Shadow's names to ask them a question ... :rolleyes1 I'm just sayin ...

:cutie:

Mark, as I read the excursions, I took notice of how few you really have to choose from. The shocker was that Castaway Cay has NONE! What, if anything, have you been able to get yourself on excursion-wise on your previous cruise(s)?

I normally get off the boat to shop. Excursions with a person in a chair and a Service dog in a another country is really hard. (no ADA). I knew this when we booked it.

this is a photo of us at Castaway cay

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh222/paragd911/PEED.jpg
http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh222/paragd911/DSC00972.jpg

[CADZNYCHC]

Aisling...i'm really thinking about a tux (renting direct from Disney) just so i wouldn't have to take up that amt of space in the suitcase...we're trying to pack light so that we only have 1 SC each this trip.....

Do we have a final count yet for Fish Extender participants??? i need to order mine SOON.....

[Marla Hellwig]

I did try to question more about the dress for the formal/semi night and try to pin down more info for NYE, but it just wasn't there - maybe later - but who knows

In regards to planning - all we have planned is a power shopping trip to the MarketPlace, and then planting our hineys on our savannah view balcony at AKL - waiting for dinner at Jiko - we talked about going into a park - but decided that for just a few hours - just not worth it for us - besides Kara wants to wander through the Lego store

Is that a challenge Art??????????

[CADZNYCHC]

I did try to question more about the dress for the formal/semi night and try to pin down more info for NYE, but it just wasn't there - maybe later - but who knows

In regards to planning - all we have planned is a power shopping trip to the MarketPlace, and then planting our hineys on our savannah view balcony at AKL - waiting for dinner at Jiko - we talked about going into a park - but decided that for just a few hours - just not worth it for us - besides Kara wants to wander through the Lego store

Is that a challenge Art?????????? Ryan was quite a Lego maniac...you couldn't park a 3rd car in our garage because of all the legos....

[tiggerwannabe]

Thanx for the laughs you guys :lmao:

and thanx for the info Mark.

What kind of stuff do you like to shop for?

(this question is for anybody...I'm curious because I've been on the 7 day Eastern and if I'm not into jewelry I could buy most of the knickknacky stuff here :confused3 )

Cigars? Jewelry? Clothing? Cheesy Souvies?


Hey Mom, silly question for you...what day are you driving home? I was thinking if I could convince John we could ride down and back with you and save a few bucks. My only issue is with Gus in FL, we should visit with him a few days if possible. Would you stay at Erika's and drive back with us maybe the following Tuesday?

We got flowers from Rose today with her condolences. I had to tell her John and I won't be going to FL with them this Halloween. She's already got her BIL and SIL (Ed's Bro) going with them - Deb and Joe rarely get to go on Vaca with Rose and Ed, it'll be a nice time for them.

[trinibjill]

I'm leaving NJ on the 22nd & scheduled to go back to work the Sunday after we dock.

The ports that we stop in this cruise have better items for sale than the Eastern. Not as many jewelers at these ports.

[disneykelly73]

Tigg.. things that I have purchased on Disney Cruises.

On an Eastern cruise, I got a really pretty ring that has diamonds and looks like a flower. They are all diamond chips. Cost $200 and the sized it right there.. that was St. Thomas. St. Marten.. couldnt find anything.

On a Western cruise, I got several bottles of the key lime juice to make my own key lime pie (and a bottle for mom too of course) and a bathing suit... I dont recall purchasing anything in Cozumel (perhaps just a silver band).. and that time the ship skipped Grand Cayman because of the weather.

On Castaway Cay, I have purchased cute tops/sweatshirts, magnets, and beach towels.. On the boats, I have purchased Scrapbooking supplies and once spent enough to qualify to buy a framed Captain Mickey for $25.

I have found that as the years go on.. I have purchased less and less when I go away. Most times I get stuff home, look at it, and then say.. Now what???

Oh.. and christmas ornaments if they have them.

Soooooooo.. that is what I buy in a nutshell!

[CADZNYCHC]

i spend (spent) SOOOOO much on board - i didn't need to buy much onland...but did buy some cute shirts etc. in cozumel...some cool stuff in KW from Margaritaville & another t-shirt shop - nothing in GC (which is why Chel & I are shopping GC).....
the stuff on board was for me...the land purchases were gifts.....

[Aisling]

The ports that we stop in this cruise have better items for sale than the Eastern. Not as many jewelers at these ports.

Uh oh, don't tell that to Nan!

[CADZNYCHC]

i think my TA has our planning packets, as she just emailed me for our home addresses......:confused3 :woohoo:

[Marla Hellwig]

Shopping - right now thinking if open will stop at the sandle store at Key West

On board - Kara so far has requested a beach towel - which will get used - and I am sure t shirt or two for us

other stops - no clue maybe a bottle of real vanilla if I can find it

[CADZNYCHC]

Shopping - right now thinking if open will stop at the sandle store at Key West

On board - Kara so far has requested a beach towel - which will get used - and I am sure t shirt or two for us

other stops - no clue maybe a bottle of real vanilla if I can find it

I'm pretty sure i remember seeing some right at the port stop in Cozumel....Mexican Vanilla is fabulous!

[artman]

Not as many jewelers at these ports.

Oh excellent, now I may be able to afford to upgrade to a Cat 1 suite. Claudia has inherited a strange affliction from her mother that makes her uncontrollably produce her credit card when she sees glittery and shiny objects.

[CADZNYCHC]

Oh excellent, now I may be able to afford to upgrade to a Cat 1 suite.

awesome...i've been in one of those....there's PLENTY OF ROOM for all of us....you don't mind sharing do ya????:thumbsup2 :rotfl2:

[nskjerven]

Uh oh, don't tell that to Nan!

actually that is a good thing since I'm broke remember :lmao:

[nskjerven]

Oh excellent, now I may be able to afford to upgrade to a Cat 1 suite. Claudia has inherited a strange affliction from her mother that makes her uncontrollably produce her credit card when she sees glittery and shiny objects.

good to know, I should stand next to her for the fall offs :lmao: :lmao: :lmao:

[artman]

Oh sure no problem. (Honey, I've invited a bunch of girls that I've been talking to on the computer to stay with us on the cruise) :lmao: