8/17/08 Captain Jack's Repossession Repo Cruise to PC thru TPC #5

[darthrugby]

:surfweb:

GM pirate:

Presently 53 going up to 82 here in Sunny Central Florida.:goodvibes :goodvibes

:grouphug: :hug: pixiedust: and prayers to everyone who is going to need it today

:welcome: aboard to all the newbies

Happy Birthday and Anniversary to all we have missed..

Have a great Wednesday.


Missed your daily updates Liz.

Great wedding pictures by the way. You all looked very nice!

[darthrugby]

grumblegrumble pirate:s



Oh no. My rugby queen days are over.
Besides, this is a family game. What are you going to do? Sing the real versions of all the songs?

Boys are good. Thanks for askin'. How's your clan?



YAY!


The above post has been edited for accuracy.

Ummmm...
Go Rangers! Go Aces!


We're all healthy thank you. Kids have 2 more months of school. Johnna is preparing her religion class for their First Communion this weekend. I'm working as usual. My tulips are all blooming at once so I'm happy:)

Is Hockey over for you?

[darthrugby]

party: :bday: Happy Birthday Kevin!:bday: party:

[radioclash2]

Happy Birthday Kevin

http://www.stellarcakeco.com/StiflerCake3QuarterSM.jpg

[bellelinus]

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, KEVIN!

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[sk8ingmom]

We're all healthy thank you. Kids have 2 more months of school. Johnna is preparing her religion class for their First Communion this weekend. I'm working as usual. My tulips are all blooming at once so I'm happy:)

Is Hockey over for you?

Last season ended 3 weeks ago...travel team try outs for next season are next weekend...it never ends!

My boy's First Communion is this weekend as well.

[buckifan]

Pete....did you see we will have a priest onboard?

http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=1795834

[darthrugby]

Pete....did you see we will have a priest onboard?

http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=1795834

Yes, my wife Johnna voted for us. We're at sea for 2 Sundays. It would be great if they can offer some type of service on board.

[buckifan]

Yes, my wife Johnna voted for us. We're at sea for 2 Sundays. It would be great if they can offer some type of service on board.

Oh good! I just wanted to make sure you had not missed that, as I figured your family would want to attend.

[poohmomof5]

http://www.mayashoes.com/Xtreme-872-b.JPEG

These wouldn't happen to be the style of shoes you're talkin' about Terri?

That reminds me of this past Saturday morning...

So I was at my daughters cheer gym at 9:00AM and in walks this mid 40 year old lady. Wearing super tight jeans, with a black studded belt, super tight T-***** (with enhanced you know whats...) a black leather jacket, very blond perfectly done hair and way too much make up. (Keep in mind it is early Sat. am). And yes, no joking, heals like this on.

Again, keep in mind, this is WISCONSIN. No one dresses like that. All of us frumpy, normal, no make up wearing, hair in pony tails and wearing sweats moms, were all stunned into complete silence. Come on now...who is she trying to impress? UGH! That sad thing is that I felt sorry for her, if you have to try that hard and enhance yourself so much, you have to have some serious issues right?? At least she was probably a size 2, so she did have that much going for her...

[tom31b]

LOL !! - I can't believe how many Pirates saw Bikini. Wenches easily identified a Martini Glass. Hmmm - I guess there is a definate diff w/the sexes!!!

Not just these Pirates, but she has gotten similar comments on other threads

[poohmomof5]

All have arranged to be on vacation at that time?

:rotfl: :rotfl: :rotfl: :rotfl:

Wouldn't you if you knew everything would be a massive blow up?

[tom31b]

grumblegrumble pirate:s



Ummmm...
Go Rangers! Go Aces!

GO FLYERS!!!

It was a great game tho....even if the Caps lost

[tom31b]

Additionally, I can assure you all appropriate team members are aware
and prepared for the opening of pre-reservations for both the Disney
Wonder and the Disney Magic August 17 sailings.

All have arranged to be on vacation at that time?


Let's see... midnight Sunday into Monday... how many DCL employees are at work?

They will all be tucked in bed, sound asleep.

[poohmomof5]

Alicia doesn't wear anything above an inch or so in heel height. And her preferred foot wear is generally like these pictured below:

http://www.cedarcreekquiltdesigns.com/images/792_flip.jpg

Same here. I did try to find some flip flops that were somewhat decorative so I could wear them to work. I also asked my doctor to write a note to my boss saying that I couldn't wear normal shoes. Didn't work, but I tried!!!

I hate wearing shoes at all, so flip flops are second best.

[poohmomof5]

:surfweb:

GM pirate:

Presently 53 going up to 82 here in Sunny Central Florida.:goodvibes :goodvibes

:grouphug: :hug: pixiedust: and prayers to everyone who is going to need it today

:welcome: aboard to all the newbies

Happy Birthday and Anniversary to all we have missed..

Have a great Wednesday.


You're back! Yippee! :banana: :banana: :banana: :banana:

[LITTLEKID58]

Pete....did you see we will have a priest onboard?

http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=1795834

Hi

I am playing ketchup... right now... :goodvibes We also voted too...

[LITTLEKID58]

Please help me here... to make the reservations if I got it right.. May 18 at midnight correct... Help!!!!!!!!!!!!

[Diznyfan68]

Hi Lorri! How's the family?

Interesting avitar you have, I just realized it was a martini glass. I thought it was the bottom half of a bikini bathing suit.:)

Doing great Pete - counting down the days til we leave.

LOL !! - I can't believe how many Pirates saw Bikini. Wenches easily identified a Martini Glass. Hmmm - I guess there is a definate diff w/the sexes!!!

Must be a case of the guys "seeing" what they want to see!:rotfl2: :rotfl2:

[tom31b]

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[Diznyfan68]

Oh good! I just wanted to make sure you had not missed that, as I figured your family would want to attend.

Deanna, did you get a response back from DCL yet? All I got was the automated response that they would get back to me when they could.

[Diznyfan68]

Not just these Pirates, but she has gotten similar comments on other threads

Uh oh...I only know of one other on the PC Planning thread on the main board.

[mjy]

Hi

I am playing ketchup... right now... :goodvibes We also voted too...

Just make sure that you voted for the right one. Because now they have me scheduled to call BINGO on Fridays instead of saying Mass on Sundays! :rotfl2:

[LITTLEKID58]

Just make sure that you voted for the right one. Because now they have me schedule to call BINGO on Fridays instead of saying Mass on Sunday! :rotfl2:

LOL :lmao: :lmao:

[mjy]

Please help me here... to make the reservations if I got it right.. May 18 at midnight correct... Help!!!!!!!!!!!!

For Castaway Club members . . . yep, that is correct.

All I can say, as has been said over and over again already, is Good Luck!

Start practicing your fast typing skills a few days early. :thumbsup2

[tom31b]

Uh oh...I only know of one other on the PC Planning thread on the main board.

That was my reference

[sk8ingmom]

Just make sure that you voted for the right one. Because now they have me schedule to call BINGO on Fridays instead of saying Mass on Sunday! :rotfl2:

Oh wait. I thought we could get dispensation for missing BINGO.

[LITTLEKID58]

For Castaway Club members . . . yep, that is correct.

All I can say, as has been said over and over again already, is Good Luck!

Start practicing your fast typing skills a few days early. :thumbsup2

Txs Mike

[mjy]

Oh wait. I thought we could get dispensation for missing BINGO.

Heaven forbid. For missing Mass, no problem. Dispensation granted. But for a chance to separate a buck or two from your wallet in BINGO? No dispensation is available for that.

If you miss BINGO, there might just be no hope open to you!:rolleyes1

[ga9497]

My e-mail this afternoon:


Quote:
Gentlemen:

Attached is an e-mail and response from February of this year. At that time I was concerned about DCL's ability to handle the May 19, 2008 excursion booking of both the 8/17/08 Magic Repositioning Cruise and the 8/17/08 Wonder Cruise. Since that time, you have made a significant change to your website which has not provided any assurance of improvement. In fact, your website has come to a complete stop in many regards.

At this time, I am unable to add or delete excursions from my wish list. As I understand it, no one can add or delete to their wish list. As such, I will be unable to quickly access preferred excursions when the booking window opens up. Coupled with the fact that you will have two very full ships competing for this inadequate computer system, I am fearful that many will come away with a very bad Disney experience on May 19.

What steps are being taken by DCL to remedy this situation?

Thank you for your attention to this matter.

DCL Response:


Quote:
4/22/08

Dear Tom:

Thank you again for your e-mail.

I have shared your continued concern for our website with the
appropriate management teams. Maintenance is currently underway in
regard to the wish list function you mentioned in this current email.
This functionality should be restored within 48 to 72 hours.

Additionally, I can assure you all appropriate team members are aware
and prepared for the opening of pre-reservations for both the Disney
Wonder and the Disney Magic August 17 sailings.

Thank you again for your concern. We look forward to sailing with you
in August.

Sincerely,

Rebekah
Disney Cruise Line Guest Communications


Tom
do you have an email already typed and ready to go when the system crashes on May 19th at 12:10am? :rotfl: :rotfl: :rotfl:

[mjy]

Tom
do you have an email already typed and ready to go when the system crashes on May 19th at 12:10am?

You know, if we all act like adults and do this reasonably, there would be no reason for the system to crash.

So, I propose the following solution.

We log on in five minute intervals beginning at midnight. If everyone has their information ready to plot in, the five minutes should be enough time.

That way there will be less aggravation.

Of course, since I am the first to propose this solution, I also recommend that I get the first open slot at Midnight!!! :rotfl2:

[tom31b]

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[tom31b]

Tom
do you have an email already typed and ready to go when the system crashes on May 19th at 12:10am? :rotfl: :rotfl: :rotfl:

You are the optomist! You actually think the system will last till 12:10?

[goofyforlife]

All have arranged to be on vacation at that time?
:rotfl: :rotfl: :rotfl:

Just make sure that you voted for the right one. Because now they have me scheduled to call BINGO on Fridays instead of saying Mass on Sundays! :rotfl2:

:rotfl: :rotfl: :rotfl: Love the "priest humor"..... (i was an admin secretary for a Lutheran Church for two years so can appreciate it...Although we didn't have bingo at that congregation.)

I'm guessing we could also ask DCL for space on Saturday evening also if that works better. (since after sunset is sunday in the church world)

Had to call my own pastor on his sermon last Sunday morning... He said he recently got a brand new gas grill and needed instructions to put it together and then used the analogy of God needing to give us instructions at times too...

SO after mass i went up to him and asked "When the "cookout" was?" and he had to admit he made up the grill thing....;)

[sk8ingmom]

Is it just me, or does it look like the wrong castle on the LA pin?

Oh and booking night...can I get a volunteer to be on speed dial for DH? He may be on his own and this is all really going to throw him.

I am really pushing for my work trip to not start until Monday morning, but if I succeed Monday should be even more evil than usual. I'll have to get up early, drive to north-central PA, hop on a bike and ride 50 or so miles. Good times.

[darthrugby]

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Cool pins!

That castle looks pretty acurate M.

[buckifan]

Please help me here... to make the reservations if I got it right.. May 18 at midnight correct... Help!!!!!!!!!!!!

I was confused about that too, Liz. You are correct!

[buckifan]

Deanna, did you get a response back from DCL yet? All I got was the automated response that they would get back to me when they could.

That is exactly what I got, Lorri. I will wait to hear from them today, but if no reply, I'll email again.

[Joel110]

So I was at my daughters cheer gym at 9:00AM and in walks this mid 40 year old lady. Wearing super tight jeans, with a black studded belt, super tight T-***** (with enhanced you know whats...) a black leather jacket, very blond perfectly done hair and way too much make up. (Keep in mind it is early Sat. am). And yes, no joking, heals like this on. ...

Debbie just hit the wall....

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Question: There was DIS talk of a $5 per person tax hike on Mexican ports a few weeks, months or years ago...not sure when...unless you were PIF by 8pm whatever that evening was. I never received any official notice from my TA or DCL regarding these charges. Has anyone who is not PIF actually seen these charges added to their account? I've been making payments, but nothing has been added to my invoice and was concerned that when I make the final payment, I would think I was PIF, but not be because of the new taxes.

[Diznyfan68]

That was my reference

I forgot about that!

Maybe the next avatar should be a bottle of rumpirate:

[poohmomof5]

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Can you buy those online or are they just previews of what will be available on the ship? How do you find all these things...?

[Diznyfan68]

Debbie just hit the wall....

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Question: There was DIS talk of a $5 per person tax hike on Mexican ports a few weeks, months or years ago...not sure when...unless you were PIF by 8pm whatever that evening was. I never received any official notice from my TA or DCL regarding these charges. Has anyone who is not PIF actually seen these charges added to their account? I've been making payments, but nothing has been added to my invoice and was concerned that when I make the final payment, I would think I was PIF, but not be because of the new taxes.

The $5 tax was never added to my ressie and we PIF'd last week, well after the deadline.

[Diznyfan68]

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Those are cool, aren't they? I went and scoped them out last night after reading the somewhat contentious thread on the main board.

[tom31b]

Question: There was DIS talk of a $5 per person tax hike on Mexican ports a few weeks, months or years ago...not sure when...unless you were PIF by 8pm whatever that evening was. I never received any official notice from my TA or DCL regarding these charges. Has anyone who is not PIF actually seen these charges added to their account? I've been making payments, but nothing has been added to my invoice and was concerned that when I make the final payment, I would think I was PIF, but not be because of the new taxes.

As near as I can tell from here and other boards, it hasn't been added to anyone's bill. However, I have also seen comments that they have in past added stuff like that to your on board account, not sure of the reliability of that tho....

I would suggest that you don't point out to DCL that they forgot....

Remember all their key employees are aware and prepared!

Can you buy those online or are they just previews of what will be available on the ship? How do you find all these things...?

Please Note:
Guests sailing on this special cruise should reference on-board communication regarding the release of this pin. We will be utilizing a "Random Selection Process" previously introduced during other special Disney Cruise Line® Voyages.

This pin will not be available via Walt Disney World® Mail Order.

All information is subject to change including but not limited to artwork, release dates, edition sizes and retail prices

They are all limited editions of 1,000 per pin, except the special cruise pins, the regular pin is 1,500 and the jumbo is 750

So not even enough for one per cabin....

[poohmomof5]

Debbie just hit the wall....

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Question: There was DIS talk of a $5 per person tax hike on Mexican ports a few weeks, months or years ago...not sure when...unless you were PIF by 8pm whatever that evening was. I never received any official notice from my TA or DCL regarding these charges. Has anyone who is not PIF actually seen these charges added to their account? I've been making payments, but nothing has been added to my invoice and was concerned that when I make the final payment, I would think I was PIF, but not be because of the new taxes.

I did get an official email from my travel agent about the increase...but haven't even looked at the amount due.

[m&m's mom]

Happy Birthday Kevin!
http://www.wildflowersbylori.com/motorcycle.jpg
DH Dahuffy

pirate: 'ing
Happy Birthday Kevin! I look forward to meeting you!

Coral

[Joel110]

The $5 tax was never added to my ressie and we PIF'd last week, well after the deadline.

Congratulations on the PIF Lorri!

As near as I can tell from here and other boards, it hasn't been added to anyone's bill. However, I have also seen comments that they have in past added stuff like that to your on board account, not sure of the reliability of that tho....

I would suggest that you don't point out to DCL that they forgot....

Point what out? :cool2:

I did get an official email from my travel agent about the increase...but haven't even looked at the amount due.

Thanks.

[Diznyfan68]

Happy Birthday Kevin!
http://www.wildflowersbylori.com/motorcycle.jpg
DH Dahuffy

pirate: Happy Birthday Kevin!!

[Nutty4Disney]

I asked my TA about the Mexican port fees and she hasn't heard anything about it. So for us I guess it is wait and see. We are getting ready to be PIF next week so it will have plenty of time to clear before May 19th...so I can party all night with the rest of you.:lmao: I may have to figure out chat so we can share our frustrations. I haven't checked my wish list lately so I am not sure if it is working or not. I did have all the ones I (I mean we) ;) decided on listed there so hopefully it will be working again and I can access to make it go more quickly.:rotfl2: I have already asked for the morning off and I think I will make DH stay up with me. I am not a night owl and am afraid I will nod off at my laptop and miss the whole thing. I am sure we will all be able to log in quickly, get the reservations we want and go to bed by 1 PM.:rotfl2: :rotfl2: :rotfl2: :rotfl2:

[tom31b]

Happy Birthday Kev

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[m&m's mom]

Start practicing your fast typing skills a few days early. :thumbsup2

Any one who has ever been in Chat with me at the same time knows the above means I am doomed. :)

I contend DCL made up the stupid extra port fees to get us all idiots to PIF earlier. Maybe they were short making payroll and needed an influx of quick cash. :lmao:

[darthrugby]

Yeah! we're PIF finally :cool1:


Still GTY though.:sad1:

[captaincrash]

My feet prefer CROCS!!!!

Alicia just bought some of these CROC things. Of course, I don't know how she likes em'... as I'm STILL waiting to find out how she likes her MTB or whatever shoes .... you remember? Those $300 Masi walking shoes that supposedly give your toosh a workout as you walk! < wink > Lets' see if I can google up an image....

http://www.instablogsimages.com/images/2007/11/30/mtb-shoes_7447.jpg



http://www.truthaboutabs.com/images/cms/Image/joeyatlas.jpg

With the list of benefits the pricey MBT footwear promises, it's tempting to think they are too good to be true. With a uniquely designed lifted, curvy heel that forces your foot to roll forward, MBTs are by far the clunkiest body–improvement shoes out there—and the most costly, at around $250 a pop. Naturally, they are beloved by an increasingly long list of celebs. Despite having the sex appeal of a set of grandpa's false teeth soaking in a glass of water, MBTs are catching on. The idea behind the technology is to simulate the effect that the Masai people (who are known to have fabulous posture) experience as they roll forward while walking on sandy soil, ironically, barefooted.


http://thebeautybrains.com/wp-content/uploads/2007/07/butt.jpg

We bought her pairs (yeah - she has two) off ebay for a fraction of the cost ... however, I have YET to see her wearing them? Of course, I'm NOT really the sort to stare at her shoes. You suppose if I were to EBAY her shoes - you figure she'd even notice they're gone? :goodvibes

[Joel110]

Yeah! we're PIF finally :cool1:

Yeah!

Still GTY though.

Boo!

[captaincrash]

HAPPY BIRTHDAY KEV!!!

http://www.hotbreadsmddc.com/images/cakes/boys_birthday_cakes/boys_birthday_cake_24.jpg

Now I gotta go...

I'm making strawberry pies for Kaleas' Pre-school class today as a "circle time" experience for the little ones. Maybe if I'm quick I'll post some pictures later.

[Diznyfan68]

Yeah! we're PIF finally :cool1:


Still GTY though.:sad1:

CONGRATS!!!! We're still GTY too...my hope is that the longer we stay GTY the better chance of an upgrade!

[darthrugby]

Yeah!



Boo!

CONGRATS!!!! We're still GTY too...my hope is that the longer we stay GTY the better chance of an upgrade!

We originally put in for a cat 3 but our TA fumbled that first day of booking so we're GTY for a cat 4. I heard it's hard to get upgraded to those catagories, unless someone dies.

[buckifan]

We originally put in for a cat 3 but our TA fumbled that first day of booking so we're GTY for a cat 4. I heard it's hard to get upgraded to those catagories, unless someone dies.

And if they do, maybe they will also save your deck chair! It's a win-win (for you).

[Joel110]

Fox News reporting a 44yo man missing off a Carnival Cruise Ship near Cozumel. :sad2:

[darthrugby]

Castaway Cay Rugby

When: Sunday, August 31, 2008, sometime after lunch

Touch 7's Rugby, no tackling, that's 7 people on a team for two 7 minute halfs. Drinks on me at the bar on the Island after the match for all participants.

Where: Castaway Cay Island, The Bahamas, Far end of the Family Beach

Who: Anyone, co-ed, no experience necessary

plan to have one or two short practices on sports deck during sea days. Please have sneakers and athletic shorts. Jersey's will be provided by me. I have already ordered them as well as a few extra.

Anyone interested please PM me.

[wheelerkidz3]

hi everyone! happy wednesday!! and happy birthday to those i've missed the last few days!!
today we finally got mickey mail!!!!:cool1:

[luvmy3sons]

CONGRATS!!!! We're still GTY too...my hope is that the longer we stay GTY the better chance of an upgrade!

Us too.....We are PIF and still are GTY. I'm hoping for the same. :thumbsup2

Penny

[poohmomof5]

hi everyone! happy wednesday!! and happy birthday to those i've missed the last few days!!
today we finally got mickey mail!!!!:cool1:

Happy day for you! I was so excited when I got mine, I bet that it was even more exciting being that you had to wait so long! :)

[Andrew DEREK UK]

Well, since you asked what I think, I'll tell you: The tan isn't bad; but, good Lord, Andrew, get some botox for those bags and wrinkles! :rotfl2:
Just what I thought!:thumbsup2 :lmao:

[Andrew DEREK UK]

:rotfl2: :rotfl2: :rotfl2: I know it's not really funny, but the fact that you couldn't get them back on is what did me in . . .:goodvibes
I stayed there summer of 2006 and it was lovely. I was there to eat at Steakhouse 55 around New Year's and the outside/grounds look as wonderful as ever . . . it's where we are staying. GCH had visible construction going on over New year's, you could see it from the rides in California Adventure.


But how is this any different from last summer? You looked just like this . . .

Is it a different accessory or something?:rolleyes:
Its my spray on tan!:3dglasses

[Andrew DEREK UK]

http://mydogshavefleas.com/fleasblog/wp-content/gallery/misc-pics/cookiebunny.jpg



OK.... how about this ???

http://www.abovetopsecret.com/forum/staff/amorymeltzer/MacBunny.jpg


Or how about this???

http://overtaken.blogmosis.com/images/bunny.jpg
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OK Andrew, I found a Bunny with a Pancake on her head....
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http://www.clubavalanche.com/forums/pthumbs/pimg-1121281719-689502.jpg

I like the last bunny the best.:cool2:

[Andrew DEREK UK]

Andrew ... my birthday has passed recently... however, if you have a late cake for with - I'll be happy to take it!

And just for chuckles... here's a bunny with a donut on its' head for ya!

http://a0.vox.com/6a00c2252678c18e1d00c225265048549d-320pi

You should have picked up your present at the airport last week, I sent it direct from here by air freight from BA Terminal Five, via Milan in Italy, and after staying on the beach for a week in 100c sun, it was then sent to you via Phoenix Arizona to LAX, and is still awaiting your collection.

It is a case of Mickey Bars, might be mickey melts now! or as they call it in the business, 'gone off milk'

[Andrew DEREK UK]

http://i135.photobucket.com/albums/q123/alicebrown1984/Stgeorgesguestbookevent-1.gif

Hey......


Thank you for that,:thumbsup2

Happy St Georges day

and

Happy birthday Will Shakespeare

and

Happy birthday Kevin

[Andrew DEREK UK]

Westbound Pins (http://eventservices.disney.go.com/pintrading/search/results?pg=1&start=1&disp=20&val=0&keywords=Disney+Cruise&sort=date&order=desc)

http://eventservices.disney.go.com/files/10980479.jpg http://eventservices.disney.go.com/files/10980477.jpg

http://eventservices.disney.go.com/files/10980478.jpg http://eventservices.disney.go.com/files/10980480.jpg

http://eventservices.disney.go.com/files/10980476.jpg http://eventservices.disney.go.com/files/10980475.jpg

http://eventservices.disney.go.com/files/10980492.jpg http://eventservices.disney.go.com/files/10980474.jpg

http://eventservices.disney.go.com/files/10980473.jpg

Very nice thank you for posting,

I will have to order mine on the cruise,

[bellelinus]

Hey......


Thank you for that,:thumbsup2

Happy St Georges day

and

Happy birthday Will Shakespeare

and

Happy birthday Kevin

I did say on St. Patrick's and St. David's days that you would not be forgotten . . . I didn't realize it was Shakespeare's birthday, too . . .I will have to tell my oldest daughter who is currently doing Hamlet at school . . .

[mjy]

Castaway Cay Rugby

When: Sunday, August 31, 2008, sometime after lunch

Touch 7's Rugby, no tackling, that's 7 people on a team for two 7 minute halfs. Drinks on me at the bar on the Island after the match for all participants.

Where: Castaway Cay Island, The Bahamas, Far end of the Family Beach

Who: Anyone, co-ed, no experience necessary


I have no experience. I also am in no physical shape. Well, maybe I am. Round is a shape, isn't it?

I guarantee you if I started running in the end-of-August sun, I'd drop in 30 seconds. And then several crew members would have to try to pick me up to transport me.

How about if I just watch from the sidelines? :)

[micmse2003]

Lisa,
We are definitely on for this weekend:thumbsup2
My Mom's surgery isn't going to be this Friday, scheduling conflicts with her docs are holding things up. Decisions have been made though and thankfully she has calmed down :goodvibes

I've missed more than 20 pages and don't have the energy to go back more than a few to catch up.

It's still you, Mike and Tom for this weekend, right:confused3

Okay......I am jealous but all of you have a great time!!!:woohoo: :woohoo:

[micmse2003]

Happy Birthday Kevin!!!

http://www.bakingshop.com/bc/img/CK-240C.jpg

[m&m's mom]

I am not a pin collector but those are cute. Are we going to get the same ones or do they design new ones for us?

[captaincrash]

Say Kevin...

I was just about to leave the Birthday google page when I spotted this irresistible image for marking your BIRTHDAY!
Now ... the only thing...

You ARE turning 30 now, are you NOT?

http://i148.photobucket.com/albums/s23/JackyMtz/30_birthday_card.jpg

Happy Birthday Pal!

[darthrugby]

I have no experience. I also am in no physical shape. Well, maybe I am. Round is a shape, isn't it?

I guarantee you if I started running in the end-of-August sun, I'd drop in 30 seconds. And then several crew members would have to try to pick me up to transport me.

How about if I just watch from the sidelines? :)


No worries, we need a strong cheering section.:cheer2: Thanks.

[cruisin'Mike]

I forgot about that!

Maybe the next avatar should be a bottle of rumpirate:

No, keep the bikini for a while! :rotfl:

Happy Birthday Kev

http://s174.photobucket.com/albums/w106/EB_Repo/DSCF4288.jpg


pirate: 'ing to say
Happy Birthday Kevin!

[buckifan]

Just received a reply from DCL about Catholic Mass onboard:

*************************************************
Dear Deanna,

Thank you for booking a Disney Cruise Line Vacation!

In order to provide an accurate response to your email message regarding
your request, we need to conduct additional research.

We appreciate your patience while we process your request and look
forward to contacting you shortly.

We look forward to sailing with you! Have a Magical Day!

Wilma
Reservations Department
Disney Cruise Vacations

**************************************************


I am curious what the additional research will be.....

[Celestine]

That reminds me of this past Saturday morning...

So I was at my daughters cheer gym at 9:00AM and in walks this mid 40 year old lady. Wearing super tight jeans, with a black studded belt, super tight T-***** (with enhanced you know whats...) a black leather jacket, very blond perfectly done hair and way too much make up. (Keep in mind it is early Sat. am). And yes, no joking, heals like this on.

Again, keep in mind, this is WISCONSIN. No one dresses like that. All of us frumpy, normal, no make up wearing, hair in pony tails and wearing sweats moms, were all stunned into complete silence. Come on now...who is she trying to impress? UGH! That sad thing is that I felt sorry for her, if you have to try that hard and enhance yourself so much, you have to have some serious issues right?? At least she was probably a size 2, so she did have that much going for her...


Do you mean Posh Spice attended the cheer gym class?!?!?

Celestine

[Celestine]

CONGRATS!!!! We're still GTY too...my hope is that the longer we stay GTY the better chance of an upgrade!

That is exactly my philosophy - but my other theory is we'll still be cat 11 but opposite my parents cat 7 on deck 5. Either way, at least we're on the cruise!

Celestine

[sk8ingmom]

No worries, we need a strong cheering section.:cheer2: Thanks.

Yes, we need strong spectators to rescue us when we fall down and can't get up!

[Celestine]

Its my spray on tan!:3dglasses

I'd go for Johnson's holiday glow - less streaky than spray, especially on those hard to reach & dry areas!!!

Celestine

[poohmomof5]

Do you mean Posh Spice attended the cheer gym class?!?!?

Celestine

Yes, that is about it! Just bizarre! :lmao: :lmao:

PS, can I use that smiley when Pastor Mike is reading? :confused:

[Andrew DEREK UK]

I'd go for Johnson's holiday glow - less streaky than spray, especially on those hard to reach & dry areas!!!

Celestine

Is ok I just go to the car wash and get them to spray it on.:rotfl2:

[buckifan]

That is exactly my philosophy - but my other theory is we'll still be cat 11 but opposite my parents cat 7 on deck 5. Either way, at least we're on the cruise!

Celestine

Celestine....we are linked with my parents as well, but DCL keeps telling me there is no guarantee we will have cabins near each other. Now, it won't be the end of the world if we are not right by each other, but I'm hoping they will at least put us on the same deck.

[buckifan]

Is ok I just go to the car wash and get them to spray it on.:rotfl2:


Andrew, that car wash sprayer comes out with quite a bit of pressure! Must be quite painful when they ask you to bend over...

[micmse2003]

I just got offf with DCL and actually got an answer. The buses from LAX to the port will be leaving at 9 am or until filled to San Pedro!!!:thumbsup2 I might not even have to go back to LAX from my Marriott Hotel. Looks like the bus will pick us up there!!:woohoo: The CM read me the entire information given to him.:woohoo:

I was also told they are aware of all the problems on the web site. It will take about two more weeks til all the problems are solved. We can only hope!!!:worship: :worship:

[tom31b]

Okay......I am jealous but all of you have a great time!!!:woohoo: :woohoo:

You can come if you want

[Andrew DEREK UK]

Andrew, that car wash sprayer comes out with quite a bit of pressure! Must be quite painful when they ask you to bend over...
Ooooooooooooooooh Yes!:worship:

I just got offf with DCL and actually got an answer. The buses from LAX to the port will be leaving at 9 am or until filled to San Pedro!!!:thumbsup2 I might not even have to go back to LAX from my Marriott Hotel. Looks like the bus will pick us up there!!:woohoo: The CM read me the entire information given to him.:woohoo:

I was also told they are aware of all the problems on the web site. It will take about two more weeks til all the problems are solved. We can only hope!!!:worship: :worship:

As long as its fixed by say.... May 19th?popcorn:: :yay:

[goofyforlife]

How about if I just watch from the sidelines? :)

Yes, we need strong spectators to rescue us when we fall down and can't get up!

Hmmmm:idea: So Mike could either give us last rights or pray for us!!:lmao:

OK... I'm not all that athletic... But i'm game Peter.... (Do you have any XL shirts?)

I'll see if i can get DH to join up too.... (oh GFG:rolleyes1 )

[goofyforlife]

You can come if you want

Hey Tom....

When did you say you were coming to Fredneck area?

(Maybe we could find a place to eat up that way? DH works with a few peeps who live up that way who may know of something other than the McD's in town or the BBQ place.)

[sk8ingmom]

Mini Pirate Cruise Journal Update

Yay! We have volunteers! But we need more.

A task force is working on pre-printed cruise journal pages. We're looking for volunteers to find some kid-facts and think of little pencil and paper-type activities for kids for each port/sea day.

I will .pdf and post all the pages separately, so people can print the ones they want. No need for volunteers to design pages, just send me the info.

If you replied that you would like to help, but didn’t pick a port, just let me know what you would like to do and I will update. (Chrissie, Erin & Poohsmum, that means you!:))

Here is what we have/need so far:

8/17 – Embarkation – M. (sk8ingmom)
8/18 – Sea – M. (sk8ingmom)
8/19 – Cabo – need volunteer
8/20 – PV – Deanna (buckifan)
8/21 – Sea – M. (sk8ingmom)
8/22 – Acapulco – need volunteer
8/23 – Sea – need volunteer
8/24 – Sea – need volunteer
8/25 – Canal – Sarah (sarangel)
8/26 - Cartagena – Tina (DRM aka Downrivermama)
8/27 – Sea – need volunteer
8/28 – Aruba – need volunteer
8/29 – Sea – need volunteer
8/30 – Sea - need volunteer
8/31 – CC – M. (sk8ingmom)

Additional ‘nice to have’ pages if people are interested:

New friends (collect friends names, address, email, etc) – M. (sk8ingmom)
Kennedy Space Center – M. (sk8ingmom)
Disneyland – need volunteer
California Adventure – need volunteer
Travel Day (plane ride, car trip, etc.) – need volunteer

All of the WDW parks are available on themouseforless.

If you would like to volunteer, please reply to the thread on the pirate zone discussion board.

[tom31b]

I was also told they are aware of all the problems on the web site. It will take about two more weeks til all the problems are solved. We can only hope!!!:worship: :worship:

2 weeks.....

Hmmmm....

April 23-April 30 = 1 week
May 1 - 14 = 2 weeks
May 15 - 19

That gives them ten days of leeway.....

Yeah, we are doomed!

[tom31b]

Hey Tom....

When did you say you were coming to Fredneck area?

(Maybe we could find a place to eat up that way? DH works with a few peeps who live up that way who may know of something other than the McD's in town or the BBQ place.)

Tenatively end of June, but haven't been given dates yet

[darthrugby]

Hmmmm:idea: So Mike could either give us last rights or pray for us!!:lmao:

OK... I'm not all that athletic... But i'm game Peter.... (Do you have any XL shirts?)

I'll see if i can get DH to join up too.... (oh GFG:rolleyes1 )

Great!

Your both on my list. XL x 2

see you on the pitch (sand)

[Hang on Sloopy]

Great!

Your both on my list. XL x 2

see you on the pitch (sand)

Peter.....I sent you a PM. I'm in, if you need me. My shirt size is large.

-Rob (buckifan's dh)

[darthrugby]

Peter.....I sent you a PM. I'm in, if you need me. My shirt size is large.

-Rob (buckifan's dh)

Rob,

Thanks for responding, I put you on the list and size L. Just remember that this is a touch rugby game. Not like what you see on Sky Sports News. That's what I'm usually up against in the Fall.

It should be fun though.

Pete

[A Litle Pixie Dust]

I just got off of the phone with Disney Weddings...I have been informed that my vow renewal is the 18th (which is okay) but..at 5:30 p.m.! I have early seating. I am not going to Palo that night as we have a DD11 and I would like to celebrate with my family and DD. I told her that we have early seating...she said that there is only a 4:00 p.m. and a 5:30 (takes about an hour)..I said I would like the 4:00 p.m. She informed me that it was taken. I asked what I could do..she said nothing! I asked if I could speak to someone..she said it was decided at DCL..I said I would call them..she said that it wouldn't change anything. She will req. a 4:00 for me but I won't know until the cruise :scared1:

I called DCL ..they said the time is decided by Disney Weddings! :sad2: and that if I missed dinner..I could eat at the buffet! Just picture me..wedding dress..DH tuxedo..and daughter all dressed up in line at the buffet...

Anyways..I know..I should be happy I am on the cruise but with what the vow renewal is costing us..I would have liked to celebrate with my family at dinner and not in the buffet line.

thanks for letting me vent!

Desiree :bride:

[A Litle Pixie Dust]

All have arranged to be on vacation at that time?


:rotfl2:

[Diznyfan68]

Just received a reply from DCL about Catholic Mass onboard:

*************************************************
Dear Deanna,

Thank you for booking a Disney Cruise Line Vacation!

In order to provide an accurate response to your email message regarding
your request, we need to conduct additional research.

We appreciate your patience while we process your request and look
forward to contacting you shortly.

We look forward to sailing with you! Have a Magical Day!

Wilma
Reservations Department
Disney Cruise Vacations

**************************************************


I am curious what the additional research will be.....

Deanna, I received two responses from them:

First one:

4/23/08

Dear Deanna,

Thank you for booking a Disney Cruise Line Vacation!

In order to provide an accurate response to your email message regarding
your request, we need to conduct additional research.

We appreciate your patience while we process your request and look forward to contacting you shortly.

We look forward to sailing with you! Have a Magical Day!

Wilma
Reservations Department
Disney Cruise Vacations


Second one:

4/23/08

Dear Lorri,

I regret that my previous email to you was listed as being to 'Deanna'.

As noted, in order to provide an accurate response to your email message
regarding your request, we need to conduct additional research.

We look forward to sailing with you! Have a Magical Day!

Wilma
Reservations Department
Disney Cruise Vacations


Guess she is busy doing the "cut & paste" thing...

[A Litle Pixie Dust]

Pete....did you see we will have a priest onboard?

http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=1795834

Thank you for the link!

Desiree

[PBader]

Ugh! I can't sleep!

We went out with friends for a late dinner after Kylie's soccer game, and now I'm paying for it!

Good news is....Kylie's team won, and she scored 2 goals! Yay!

Deanna, hope you finally got some sleep. I have been having horrible insomnia for the last several nights. Congrats to Kylie's team and her goals:cheer2:

Happy Birthday Kevin!
http://www.wildflowersbylori.com/motorcycle.jpg
DH Dahuffy
pirate: 'ing the wishes. Hope your day was great Kevin:)

Andrew, that car wash sprayer comes out with quite a bit of pressure! Must be quite painful when they ask you to bend over...

:scared1: :rotfl2: :rotfl2:

I just got off of the phone with Disney Weddings...I have been informed that my vow renewal is the 18th (which is okay) but..at 5:30 p.m.! I have early seating. I am not going to Palo that night as we have a DD11 and I would like to celebrate with my family and DD. I told her that we have early seating...she said that there is only a 4:00 p.m. and a 5:30 (takes about an hour)..I said I would like the 4:00 p.m. She informed me that it was taken. I asked what I could do..she said nothing! I asked if I could speak to someone..she said it was decided at DCL..I said I would call them..she said that it wouldn't change anything. She will req. a 4:00 for me but I won't know until the cruise :scared1:

I called DCL ..they said the time is decided by Disney Weddings! :sad2: and that if I missed dinner..I could eat at the buffet! Just picture me..wedding dress..DH tuxedo..and daughter all dressed up in line at the buffet...

Anyways..I know..I should be happy I am on the cruise but with what the vow renewal is costing us..I would have liked to celebrate with my family at dinner and not in the buffet line.

thanks for letting me vent!

Desiree :bride:

Desiree, I hope you get a time that works better for you or that they are able to accomodate you in the dining room. :hug:

[poohmomof5]

I just got off of the phone with Disney Weddings...I have been informed that my vow renewal is the 18th (which is okay) but..at 5:30 p.m.! I have early seating. I am not going to Palo that night as we have a DD11 and I would like to celebrate with my family and DD. I told her that we have early seating...she said that there is only a 4:00 p.m. and a 5:30 (takes about an hour)..I said I would like the 4:00 p.m. She informed me that it was taken. I asked what I could do..she said nothing! I asked if I could speak to someone..she said it was decided at DCL..I said I would call them..she said that it wouldn't change anything. She will req. a 4:00 for me but I won't know until the cruise :scared1:

I called DCL ..they said the time is decided by Disney Weddings! :sad2: and that if I missed dinner..I could eat at the buffet! Just picture me..wedding dress..DH tuxedo..and daughter all dressed up in line at the buffet...

Anyways..I know..I should be happy I am on the cruise but with what the vow renewal is costing us..I would have liked to celebrate with my family at dinner and not in the buffet line.

thanks for letting me vent!

Desiree :bride:

You can have our late seating space. We would love to have a great reason to make the kids eat somewhere else... :)

[A Litle Pixie Dust]

You can have our late seating space. We would love to have a great reason to make the kids eat somewhere else... :)

Thanks for the offer!

[A Litle Pixie Dust]

Desiree, I hope you get a time that works better for you or that they are able to accomodate you in the dining room. :hug:[/QUOTE]

Thanks! Guess I need some pixie dust about now!

[captaincrash]

I just got off of the phone with Disney Weddings...I have been informed that my vow renewal is the 18th (which is okay) but..at 5:30 p.m.! I have early seating. I am not going to Palo that night as we have a DD11 and I would like to celebrate with my family and DD. I told her that we have early seating...she said that there is only a 4:00 p.m. and a 5:30 (takes about an hour)..I said I would like the 4:00 p.m. She informed me that it was taken. I asked what I could do..she said nothing! I asked if I could speak to someone..she said it was decided at DCL..I said I would call them..she said that it wouldn't change anything. She will req. a 4:00 for me but I won't know until the cruise :scared1:

I called DCL ..they said the time is decided by Disney Weddings! :sad2: and that if I missed dinner..I could eat at the buffet! Just picture me..wedding dress..DH tuxedo..and daughter all dressed up in line at the buffet...

Anyways..I know..I should be happy I am on the cruise but with what the vow renewal is costing us..I would have liked to celebrate with my family at dinner and not in the buffet line.

thanks for letting me vent!

Desiree :bride:

http://www.scene-stealers.com/images/uploads/keira_knightley6.jpeg

Desiree....

.... I bet the Rest manager for your rotation could arrange a one time swap of dining venue for you if the vow renewal ends up in conflict. If not - then just tap the doors to a couple dozen of your DIS neighbors and we'll form an "angry mob" to go back and request an adjustment for you!

http://blogs.cisco.com/gov/angry%20man.jpg

And if that doesn't work then I'd be happy to SWAP tables with your family so you can get a later dining opportunity. Assuming they would allow that! Of course, this may mean you'd get an evening to dine with my BIL and FIL!.... < wink >

[A Litle Pixie Dust]

http://www.scene-stealers.com/images/uploads/keira_knightley6.jpeg

Desiree....

.... I bet the Rest manager for your rotation could arrange a one time swap of dining venue for you if the vow renewal ends up in conflict. If not - then just tap the doors to a couple dozen of your DIS neighbors and we'll form an "angry mob" to go back and request an adjustment for you!

http://blogs.cisco.com/gov/angry%20man.jpg

And if that doesn't work then I'd be happy to SWAP tables with your family so you can get a later dining opportunity. Assuming they would allow that! Of course, this may mean you'd get an evening to dine with my BIL and FIL!.... < wink >

:rotfl2: Thanks - I needed the laugh!

[goofyforlife]

Desiree, I hope you get a time that works better for you or that they are able to accomodate you in the dining room. :hug:

Thanks! Guess I need some pixie dust about now![/QUOTE]

Hey Desiree...

You're part of our group right? We will be requesting the 6pm seating.

So even if you arrive at 6:30...You have a few days to "warn the wait staff" and i'm sure they can work something out... You may have to choose your meals quickly but it might be able to be done....

Or i'll run down or up (depending on if you're deck 7 or in the lounge) a menu for you to order off of...

[mkygrl]

Mini Pirate Cruise Journal Update

If you would like to volunteer, please reply to the thread on the pirate zone discussion board.


I would LOVE to do DL and/or DLCA...otherwise you can assign me one....I am up for anything!!!

I love this stuff!


Chrissie

[micmse2003]

I just got off of the phone with Disney Weddings...I have been informed that my vow renewal is the 18th (which is okay) but..at 5:30 p.m.! I have early seating. I am not going to Palo that night as we have a DD11 and I would like to celebrate with my family and DD. I told her that we have early seating...she said that there is only a 4:00 p.m. and a 5:30 (takes about an hour)..I said I would like the 4:00 p.m. She informed me that it was taken. I asked what I could do..she said nothing! I asked if I could speak to someone..she said it was decided at DCL..I said I would call them..she said that it wouldn't change anything. She will req. a 4:00 for me but I won't know until the cruise :scared1:

I called DCL ..they said the time is decided by Disney Weddings! :sad2: and that if I missed dinner..I could eat at the buffet! Just picture me..wedding dress..DH tuxedo..and daughter all dressed up in line at the buffet...

Anyways..I know..I should be happy I am on the cruise but with what the vow renewal is costing us..I would have liked to celebrate with my family at dinner and not in the buffet line.

thanks for letting me vent!

Desiree :bride:

Sorry Desiree that DCL will not be able to help with your time.:sad2: I was thinking about having an official vow renewal for our 40th but after your problems .....I guess we will just be content just to have my TOAL with DH.:thumbsup2 :thumbsup2

Deanna, I received two responses from them:


Guess she is busy doing the "cut & paste" thing...

And why do we bother trying to get answers???;) ;) :flower3:

[mkygrl]

Hi Cheryl!:yay:

Chrissie

[A Litle Pixie Dust]

Thanks! Guess I need some pixie dust about now!

Hey Desiree...

You're part of our group right? We will be requesting the 6pm seating.

So even if you arrive at 6:30...You have a few days to "warn the wait staff" and i'm sure they can work something out... You may have to choose your meals quickly but it might be able to be done....

Or i'll run down or up (depending on if you're deck 7 or in the lounge) a menu for you to order off of...[/QUOTE]

I am part of the group :banana: I guess that's what I am worried about..disturbing people with arriving late...maybe if I bring the rest of the wedding cake and champagne..my tablemates will forgive me! Of course...I will check out the menu early and maybe one of my nice tablemates will order for us! :goodvibes

Desiree

[A Litle Pixie Dust]

We went to DL on Monday and found our embarkation ears! They are pirate Mickey ears with the POC logo on the front! Matches our shirts! :woohoo:

of course..at first I said..I'll get them next time I come but then common sense hit me on the head (thank goodness) and we purchased them! FYI - if anyone is interested in them..I only saw them at the pirate store outside of POC. I asked the cast member if they would have them for awhile (they were getting a little low) and she said she had no idea :confused3

If you really want them..let me know and I will pick them up for you.. they are $15.00 each and have two one-size-fits-all sizes.. Youth and Adult.


Desiree

[tom31b]

Deanna, I received two responses from them:

First one:



Second one:



Guess she is busy doing the "cut & paste" thing...

Got name right on mine

4/23/08

Dear Tom,

Thank you for booking a Disney Cruise Line Vacation!

In order to provide an accurate response to your email message regarding
your request, we need to conduct additional research.

We appreciate your patience while we process your request and look
forward to contacting you shortly.

We look forward to sailing with you! Have a Magical Day!

Wilma
Reservations Department
Disney Cruise Vacations

[tom31b]

And why do we bother trying to get answers???;) ;) :flower3:

For the entertainment value!

[micmse2003]

Hi Cheryl!:yay:

Chrissie

Hi Chrissie......:thumbsup2

How are the wedding plans coming?????:confused3 :confused3

[micmse2003]

For the entertainment value!



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[danfromca]

Just received a reply from DCL about Catholic Mass onboard:

*************************************************
Dear Deanna,

Thank you for booking a Disney Cruise Line Vacation!

In order to provide an accurate response to your email message regarding
your request, we need to conduct additional research.

We appreciate your patience while we process your request and look
forward to contacting you shortly.

We look forward to sailing with you! Have a Magical Day!

Wilma
Reservations Department
Disney Cruise Vacations

**************************************************


I am curious what the additional research will be.....

In this case I expect they have to contact the Vatican and find out if holding a Mass onboard would represent a potential violation of their trademark or intellectual property. I'm sure after a quick review by their legal department everything will work out magically (except, of course, for those who believe anything magic is actually satanic, in which case I apologize for my choice of words).

[danfromca]

I just got offf with DCL and actually got an answer. The buses from LAX to the port will be leaving at 9 am or until filled to San Pedro!!!:thumbsup2 I might not even have to go back to LAX from my Marriott Hotel. Looks like the bus will pick us up there!!:woohoo: The CM read me the entire information given to him.:woohoo:

I was also told they are aware of all the problems on the web site. It will take about two more weeks til all the problems are solved. We can only hope!!!:worship: :worship:

Being in the software business, I can translate the phrase "about two more weeks til all the problems are solved".

In English it roughtly translates into "don't hold your breath, we have serious doubts that it will ever work correctly."

Seriously, that is one of the funniest comments I've ever heard from DCL, as I have never met any piece of software where the statement "all the problems are solved" was even remotely close to the truth.

[m&m's mom]

I would LOVE to do DL and/or DLCA...otherwise you can assign me one....I am up for anything!!!

I love this stuff!


Chrissie


Hey M- The girl is enthuastic- give her more!! :)
I am going to wait until the final plea to offer as 1). I do not have a creative hair on my head 2). really have no clue what to put on it and 3) we all know I type badly. ;)

[tom31b]

Cabo San Lucas
Tuesday August 19, 2008 Cabo San Lucas Arrive 9:00 a.m. Aboard 4:30 p.m.
Remember that we will be tendering in Cabo, give extra time.

Cabo Beach Day
Given the short time in port, a few of the Pirates will be selecting a nearby beach and enjoying the Mexican sun and surf. Many will wander over to the Cabo Wabo (see below) for a drink(s) before returning to the ship. Discussion of this relaxing day can be found on the Planning Board (http://www.thepiratezone.us/viewtopic.php?f=11&t=83)

Cabo Wabo Tequila and Fun – Group event
Before heading back to the ship, stop by Cabo’s hot spot, owned by Sammy Hagar for a shot of Tequila or just some fun with the Pirates

Cabo Dolphins
A few of the Pirates are doing the Cabo Dolphins (http://www.cabodolphins.com/?gclid=CICs6pfUspICFRMHxgodqAZvRQ)on their own (non-DCL). If you are interested, post on the thread and they will tell you what they have planned.

Puerto Vallarta
Wednesday August 20, 2008 Puerto Vallarta Arrive 9:30 a.m. Aboard 11:30 p.m.

Pirate Zip-Lines – for more information, check the planning boards (http://www.thepiratezone.us/viewtopic.php?f=14&t=34)
Join fellow Pirates at the 1 p.m. Zip Line tour and fly high above the forest in a never to be forgotten adventure!

Acapulco
Friday August 22, 2008 Acapulco Arrive 6:30 a.m. Aboard 1:00 p.m.
Remember the early departure

With such a short time in port, there are no group events planned at this time. Keep an eye on the threads for any changes.
Many Pirates that haven't seen the cliff divers are leaning towards the DCL excursion.

Panama Canal

Wear your white T-Shirt. More activities and details to be included in future newsletters.

Cartagena
Tuesday August 26, 2008 Cartagena Arrive 9:30 a.m. Aboard 5:30 p.m.

As we get closer to the 90 day reservation mark, a possible non-DCL excursion may be explored. More activities and details to be included in future newsletters.

Aruba
Thursday August 28, 2008 Aruba Arrive 7:00 a.m. Aboard 11:30 p.m.

Pirate Snorkeling – for more information, check the planning boards (http://www.thepiratezone.us/viewtopic.php?f=17&t=14)
Join fellow Pirates on a non DCL excursion to snorkel, swing and barbeque in the clear waters of Aruba

Castaway Cay
Sunday August 31, 2008 Castaway Cay Arrive 9:00 a.m. Aboard 5:00 p.m.

Pirate Picture by the Dutchman – Castaway Cay
(Task Force Leader DisneyVegas1)
Early in the morning, the group will get together, in costume if possible, to have a group shot taken by Shutters in front of the Dutchman. Time and gathering location will be sent to the group at large once it’s finalized.

Castaway Cay Rugby Tournament – Castaway Cay
(Task Force Leader Darthrugby – PM is interested (http://www.disboards.com/private.php?do=newpm&u=137758))
Learn cool terminology, get some exercise after two weeks of all you can eat sailing and have a great time with the Pirates Castaway Cay Rugby Tournament. This will take place on the beach.



Just bringing some port stuff forward as reminders

[tom31b]

Hey M- The girl is enthuastic- give her more!! :)
I am going to wait until the final plea to offer as 1). I do not have a creative hair on my head 2). really have no clue what to put on it and 3) we all know I type badly. ;)

Perhaps you can pair with someone and do research!

[tom31b]

For those staying at the HoJos, there is a board (similar to the planning boards) with info about the hotel
http://www.hojoanaheim.com/phpbb/index.php

[PMDR59]

My turn for DCL email......

I sent them a email ??? some of the entertainment. We saw Taylor Mason on our last cruise (comedien, puppeteer, ventriloquist guy) The kids LOVED his show. They are asking me if they get to see Paco the pig again on this cruise, so I figured let me ask (I guess I should have known better) Here is my response:



4/23/08 Dear Maureen, Thank you for choosing another Disney Cruise Line Vacation! I'm so happy to hear that Ryan and Devin had such a great time on their last cruise. At this time we are still finalizing all the entertainment offerings forour Eastbound Panama Canal Cruise in August. All I am going to say is that lots of new and fun options are being planned! Since these offerings can change at any time, please check your PersonalNavigator once onboard for the daily entertainment schedules. I hope this information has been helpful. If you require further assistance in planning your visit, please feel free to contact us. We look forward to welcoming your family aboard the Disney Magic! AngelaReservations DepartmentDisney Cruise Vacations


At least Angela personalized her response bu adding my kids names (I did not provide, just my ressie#) so at least she took the time to look up the information.

Basically I read.....my translation of response............you will know the entertainment schedule when you read your navigator and not a second before so dont bother asking.

[tom31b]

Basically I read.....my translation of response............you will know the entertainment schedule when you read your navigator and not a second before so dont bother asking.

Hmmm, I was reading it the same then saw your conclusion....:lmao: :lmao: :lmao:

[buckifan]

In this case I expect they have to contact the Vatican and find out if holding a Mass onboard would represent a potential violation of their trademark or intellectual property. I'm sure after a quick review by their legal department everything will work out magically (except, of course, for those who believe anything magic is actually satanic, in which case I apologize for my choice of words).

They should have called Benedict while he was still state-side. Now it's an overseas call.

[PMDR59]

Hmmm, I was reading it the same then saw your conclusion....:lmao: :lmao: :lmao:

Sometimes I wish they would come right out and just say so........then at lest we could all just stop wasting our time

[crzy4dals]

Yeah! we're PIF finally :cool1:


Still GTY though.:sad1:

I am still GTY as well..... :rolleyes1

Mini Pirate Cruise Journal Update

Yay! We have volunteers! But we need more.

A task force is working on pre-printed cruise journal pages. We're looking for volunteers to find some kid-facts and think of little pencil and paper-type activities for kids for each port/sea day.

I will .pdf and post all the pages separately, so people can print the ones they want. No need for volunteers to design pages, just send me the info.

If you replied that you would like to help, but didn’t pick a port, just let me know what you would like to do and I will update. (Chrissie, Erin & Poohsmum, that means you!:))

Here is what we have/need so far:

8/17 – Embarkation – M. (sk8ingmom)
8/18 – Sea – M. (sk8ingmom)
8/19 – Cabo – need volunteer
8/20 – PV – Deanna (buckifan)
8/21 – Sea – M. (sk8ingmom)
8/22 – Acapulco – need volunteer
8/23 – Sea – need volunteer
8/24 – Sea – need volunteer
8/25 – Canal – Sarah (sarangel)
8/26 - Cartagena – Tina (DRM aka Downrivermama)
8/27 – Sea – need volunteer
8/28 – Aruba – need volunteer
8/29 – Sea – need volunteer
8/30 – Sea - need volunteer
8/31 – CC – M. (sk8ingmom)

Additional ‘nice to have’ pages if people are interested:

New friends (collect friends names, address, email, etc) – M. (sk8ingmom)
Kennedy Space Center – M. (sk8ingmom)
Disneyland – need volunteer
California Adventure – need volunteer
Travel Day (plane ride, car trip, etc.) – need volunteer

All of the WDW parks are available on themouseforless.

If you would like to volunteer, please reply to the thread on the pirate zone discussion board.


I will do Cabo - :thumbsup2

[allshookup]

Happy Birthday Kevin!!!

http://www.kevinstone.net/pictures/Pana0003-cake.jpg

[dahuffy]

Happy Birthday Kev

http://s174.photobucket.com/albums/w106/EB_Repo/DSCF4288.jpg

Kevin says thanks to all for the Birthday Wishes and Cakes. I'm supposed to let Tom know that this one is his "favoritest".

He made a pretty good haul from me this year. I gave him a $200 gift card to Home Depot (for train layout materials), A personlized Duffle Bag from Disney with Grumpy on it,A personalized Denim Shirt with Grumpy and his name underneath it, Another Gift Card to Walmart so he can get some gas for his truck. We just got back from his favorite All-You-Eat Chinese Resturaunt. Then I had him come up to school for "Lunch" this afternooon where we surprised him with a cake decorated in black icing and the Grimm Reaper on it. :rotfl2:

[danfromca]

My turn for DCL email......

I sent them a email ??? some of the entertainment. We saw Taylor Mason on our last cruise (comedien, puppeteer, ventriloquist guy) The kids LOVED his show. They are asking me if they get to see Paco the pig again on this cruise, so I figured let me ask (I guess I should have known better) Here is my response:



4/23/08 Dear Maureen, Thank you for choosing another Disney Cruise Line Vacation! I'm so happy to hear that Ryan and Devin had such a great time on their last cruise. At this time we are still finalizing all the entertainment offerings forour Eastbound Panama Canal Cruise in August. All I am going to say is that lots of new and fun options are being planned! Since these offerings can change at any time, please check your PersonalNavigator once onboard for the daily entertainment schedules. I hope this information has been helpful. If you require further assistance in planning your visit, please feel free to contact us. We look forward to welcoming your family aboard the Disney Magic! AngelaReservations DepartmentDisney Cruise Vacations


At least Angela personalized her response bu adding my kids names (I did not provide, just my ressie#) so at least she took the time to look up the information.

Basically I read.....my translation of response............you will know the entertainment schedule when you read your navigator and not a second before so dont bother asking.

To be fair, it's quite possible that they haven't finalized the entertainment yet. For one thing, (hopefully) they will learn a thing or two from the westbound and we'll benefit from that. I'm sure even if they do have someone booked they might not want to commit - as they might change their minds about someone. For all we know they might be trying out different people during the summer cruises and will indeed be looking for something special (all those sea days).

You're probably right though.

At the same time, I don't really want to know. Half the fun of each evening is digging through the Navigator and figuring out what's up the next day.

[micmse2003]

And why do we bother trying to get answers???;) ;) :flower3:

For the entertainment value!

My turn for DCL email......

I sent them a email ??? some of the entertainment. We saw Taylor Mason on our last cruise (comedien, puppeteer, ventriloquist guy) The kids LOVED his show. They are asking me if they get to see Paco the pig again on this cruise, so I figured let me ask (I guess I should have known better) Here is my response:



4/23/08 Dear Maureen, Thank you for choosing another Disney Cruise Line Vacation! I'm so happy to hear that Ryan and Devin had such a great time on their last cruise. At this time we are still finalizing all the entertainment offerings forour Eastbound Panama Canal Cruise in August. All I am going to say is that lots of new and fun options are being planned! Since these offerings can change at any time, please check your PersonalNavigator once onboard for the daily entertainment schedules. I hope this information has been helpful. If you require further assistance in planning your visit, please feel free to contact us. We look forward to welcoming your family aboard the Disney Magic! AngelaReservations DepartmentDisney Cruise Vacations


At least Angela personalized her response bu adding my kids names (I did not provide, just my ressie#) so at least she took the time to look up the information.

Basically I read.....my translation of response............you will know the entertainment schedule when you read your navigator and not a second before so dont bother asking.

Hmmm, I was reading it the same then saw your conclusion....:lmao: :lmao: :lmao:

Sometimes I wish they would come right out and just say so........then at lest we could all just stop wasting our time



Like I said earlier, "why did we bother trying to get answers?"

Tom's response,"For the entertainment value!!!"

Are we all seeing a pattern????:lmao: :lmao: ;)

http://www.john-robert-brown.com/img/anyanswers.jpg

[mkygrl]

Hi Chrissie......:thumbsup2

How are the wedding plans coming?????:confused3 :confused3

Moving along..we are checking out photogs and djs....i am a really good photographer and I expect the same for the person shooting our memories!!

Hey M- The girl is enthuastic- give her more!! :)
I am going to wait until the final plea to offer as 1). I do not have a creative hair on my head 2). really have no clue what to put on it and 3) we all know I type badly. ;)
I love research. I love doing stuff for kids. I'm crazy!
Give yourself some credit! I am sure you will do a great job!:cutie:

Happy BDAY Kevin!


Chrissie

[mkygrl]

Brendan and I don't care when things are....we are happy to be on this wonderful cruise and excited to meet new people and have a great time!

I can understand why many are curious to when things are happening....I hope you get your answers soon!

Chrissie

[captaincrash]

:rotfl2: Thanks - I needed the laugh!

http://www.jamierosanna.com/imgs/nl_funny_ani.gif

Its a privilage I embrace with chuckles....

[crzy4dals]

Brendan and I don't care when things are....we are happy to be on this wonderful cruise and excited to meet new people and have a great time!

I can understand why many are curious to when things are happening....I hope you get your answers soon!

Chrissie


I hear ya !!! I will pitch in and enjoy the company.

[tom31b]

Kevin says thanks to all for the Birthday Wishes and Cakes. I'm supposed to let Tom know that this one is his "favoritest".



I had another one, but it wasn't as family friendly....

[captaincrash]

Kevin says thanks to all for the Birthday Wishes and Cakes. I'm supposed to let Tom know that this one is his "favoritest".

He made a pretty good haul from me this year. I gave him a $200 gift card to Home Depot (for train layout materials), A personlized Duffle Bag from Disney with Grumpy on it,A personalized Denim Shirt with Grumpy and his name underneath it, Another Gift Card to Walmart so he can get some gas for his truck. We just got back from his favorite All-You-Eat Chinese Resturaunt. Then I had him come up to school for "Lunch" this afternooon where we surprised him with a cake decorated in black icing and the Grimm Reaper on it. :rotfl2:

Debi...

... I'm gonna show alicia this because it's a FINE example of how to "do" a birthday for the one ya love! Lots a fun little things - and thoughtful things ta boot! :thumbsup2

[crzy4dals]

http://i151.photobucket.com/albums/s136/crzy4dals/Buddy16.jpg

Our new puppy!

[captaincrash]

I had another one, but it wasn't as family friendly....

Snif... snif....

... I guess Kev didn't like my XXX image BD posting. It was family friendly in spite of it's triple X theme too... snif - snif. :scared:

[arlenesp]

Debbie just hit the wall....

__________________________________________________ ______________


Question: There was DIS talk of a $5 per person tax hike on Mexican ports a few weeks, months or years ago...not sure when...unless you were PIF by 8pm whatever that evening was. I never received any official notice from my TA or DCL regarding these charges. Has anyone who is not PIF actually seen these charges added to their account? I've been making payments, but nothing has been added to my invoice and was concerned that when I make the final payment, I would think I was PIF, but not be because of the new taxes.

None here.

Those are cool, aren't they? I went and scoped them out last night after reading the somewhat contentious thread on the main board.

Do you have the link?

I just got off of the phone with Disney Weddings...I have been informed that my vow renewal is the 18th (which is okay) but..at 5:30 p.m.! I have early seating. I am not going to Palo that night as we have a DD11 and I would like to celebrate with my family and DD. I told her that we have early seating...she said that there is only a 4:00 p.m. and a 5:30 (takes about an hour)..I said I would like the 4:00 p.m. She informed me that it was taken. I asked what I could do..she said nothing! I asked if I could speak to someone..she said it was decided at DCL..I said I would call them..she said that it wouldn't change anything. She will req. a 4:00 for me but I won't know until the cruise :scared1:

I called DCL ..they said the time is decided by Disney Weddings! :sad2: and that if I missed dinner..I could eat at the buffet! Just picture me..wedding dress..DH tuxedo..and daughter all dressed up in line at the buffet...

Anyways..I know..I should be happy I am on the cruise but with what the vow renewal is costing us..I would have liked to celebrate with my family at dinner and not in the buffet line.

thanks for letting me vent!

Desiree :bride:

You have every reason to vent. After all this is your event and you want it when it is convenient for you.

[yargrnhoj]

Being in the software business, I can translate the phrase "about two more weeks til all the problems are solved".

In English it roughtly translates into "don't hold your breath, we have serious doubts that it will ever work correctly."

Seriously, that is one of the funniest comments I've ever heard from DCL, as I have never met any piece of software where the statement "all the problems are solved" was even remotely close to the truth.

Hey, I am working on the last bug in a program right now. It is the 17th last bug I have been working on. Today.

[dahuffy]

Snif... snif....

... I guess Kev didn't like my XXX image BD posting. It was family friendly in spite of it's triple X theme too... snif - snif. :scared:

Oh Crash....he liked yours too! This almost sounds like "Mom liked you best!" ;)

[Diznyfan68]

I just got off of the phone with Disney Weddings...I have been informed that my vow renewal is the 18th (which is okay) but..at 5:30 p.m.! I have early seating. I am not going to Palo that night as we have a DD11 and I would like to celebrate with my family and DD. I told her that we have early seating...she said that there is only a 4:00 p.m. and a 5:30 (takes about an hour)..I said I would like the 4:00 p.m. She informed me that it was taken. I asked what I could do..she said nothing! I asked if I could speak to someone..she said it was decided at DCL..I said I would call them..she said that it wouldn't change anything. She will req. a 4:00 for me but I won't know until the cruise :scared1:

I called DCL ..they said the time is decided by Disney Weddings! :sad2: and that if I missed dinner..I could eat at the buffet! Just picture me..wedding dress..DH tuxedo..and daughter all dressed up in line at the buffet...

Anyways..I know..I should be happy I am on the cruise but with what the vow renewal is costing us..I would have liked to celebrate with my family at dinner and not in the buffet line.

thanks for letting me vent!

Desiree :bride:

Sorry Desiree...I hope everything works out.

[radioclash2]

Yeah! we're PIF finally :cool1:


Still GTY though.:sad1:

here's your PIF dance ...


:banana: :banana: :banana: PIF :banana: :banana: :banana:

[radioclash2]

Okay......I am jealous but all of you have a great time!!!:woohoo: :woohoo:

Thanks Cheryl !!:thumbsup2

[Diznyfan68]

Our new puppy!

Congrats on the new addition!

[tom31b]

Lisa,

Do we have a meeting place for Saturday?

[radioclash2]

Lisa,

Do we have a meeting place for Saturday?

I thought we could meet in the cafeteria.
I PM'd my cell phone number to Laurie. I'll send it to you & Mike too. (just need to make sure I charge it :rotfl2: )

[captaincrash]

Oh Crash....he liked yours too! This almost sounds like "Mom liked you best!" ;)

But... But... But...

My Mom DID like me best though!

http://www.goldcoastpaediatrics.com/images/tantrum.gif
I'm glad kev got a chuckle out of my XXX image though...

... and I thought fer sure someone or kev might say somethin' since it suggested he was 30 again... :goodvibes

[MrsScooby]

Please help me here... to make the reservations if I got it right.. May 18 at midnight correct... Help!!!!!!!!!!!!

Nice to know Deanna and I weren't the only ones wondering this:lmao:

Just make sure that you voted for the right one. Because now they have me scheduled to call BINGO on Fridays instead of saying Mass on Sundays! :rotfl2:

Mmmmm I voted for Sunday Mass, but you're willing to call BINGO too, cool:cool1:

[sk8ingmom]

They should have called Benedict while he was still state-side. Now it's an overseas call.

I could have stopped him in Washington Circle last week.

[COLOR=red][B]I will do Cabo - :thumbsup2

:thumbsup2 Got it, thanks!

Moving along..we are checking out photogs and djs....i am a really good photographer and I expect the same for the person shooting our memories!!

Photog is important. I'm sure my dad & I were a wedding photog's nightmare!

Oh Chrissie, I am so signing ou up for DCA and DL!

Our new puppy!

Aaaaawwwwwwwww!

I would LOVE to do DL and/or DLCA...otherwise you can assign me one....I am up for anything!!!

I love this stuff!


Chrissie

DL AND DCA, it is then! :)

[tom31b]

Sample Kids Pages posted on thepiratezone website (http://thepiratezone.info/mambo/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=104&Itemid=81)

Sample Pages
(courtesy of sk8ingmom)
Kennedy Space Center (http://www.geocities.com/thepiratezone/KSC.pdf)
Western Ports (http://www.geocities.com/thepiratezone/Western_examples.pdf)
Castaway Cay (http://www.geocities.com/thepiratezone/castaway_cay.pdf)
Cruise Memories (http://www.geocities.com/thepiratezone/cruise_memories.pdf)
Embarkation Day (http://www.geocities.com/thepiratezone/embark.pdf)
Sea Day 1 (http://www.geocities.com/thepiratezone/sea_1.pdf)
Sea Day 2 (http://www.geocities.com/thepiratezone/sea_2.pdf)

[captaincrash]

http://www.searchviews.com/images/pig-race.gif

Anyone up for a friendly sprint to 4000?

We've only got 346 more postings to go....?

:confused3

http://richgrad.com/wp-content/uploads/2007/08/rat-race.gif

[tom31b]

Anyone up for a friendly sprint to 4000?

We've only got 346 more postings to go....?

:confused3

Troublemaker

[sk8ingmom]

Sample Kids Pages posted on thepiratezone website (http://thepiratezone.info/mambo/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=104&Itemid=81)

Sample Pages
(courtesy of sk8ingmom)
Kennedy Space Center (http://www.geocities.com/thepiratezone/KSC.pdf)
Western Ports (http://www.geocities.com/thepiratezone/Western_examples.pdf)
Castaway Cay (http://www.geocities.com/thepiratezone/castaway_cay.pdf)
Cruise Memories (http://www.geocities.com/thepiratezone/cruise_memories.pdf)
Embarkation Day (http://www.geocities.com/thepiratezone/embark.pdf)
Sea Day 1 (http://www.geocities.com/thepiratezone/sea_1.pdf)
Sea Day 2 (http://www.geocities.com/thepiratezone/sea_2.pdf)

WOW! You're quick!
Thanks Tom.

[dahuffy]

But... But... But...

My Mom DID like me best though!

http://www.goldcoastpaediatrics.com/images/tantrum.gif
I'm glad kev got a chuckle out of my XXX image though...

... and I thought fer sure someone or kev might say somethin' since it suggested he was 30 again... :goodvibes

Actually, he had a really hard time with 30! Not quite sure why. It was 35 with me.

[tom31b]

WOW! You're quick!
Thanks Tom.

Pay bills vs. DIS.... bills lost

[captaincrash]

Actually, he had a really hard time with 30! Not quite sure why. It was 35 with me.

I just had a tough birthday...

... I returned my gift ... and sort of wanted something else for my birthday...

... I didn't get the Ferrari Mondial I suggested to my spouse... DRAT!

http://www.comp.co.uk/gallery/pics/FERRARI%20MONDIAL%20SPIDER%20MO%209X18%2010X18.JPG

Like that would EVER happen ... the only thing goin' for it wuz it has 4 seats....

... so now I guess I'm left with my quiet sulking until next April....

... snif - snif - snif ....

On 2nd thought... it could have been worse.

After all - I did get a cake and visit Disneyland for the day!

[dahuffy]

Our new puppy!


Awww! I'm about to lock Harley up pretty soon if he doesn't quit whinning!!! :headache: He's wanting some peanut butter and he's already had all he's getting tonight.

[sk8ingmom]

Pay bills vs. DIS.... bills lost

You could just pay me!

[MrsScooby]

Any one who has ever been in Chat with me at the same time knows the above means I am doomed. :)

I actually have to write quite a bit at work and I'm still a lousy typist:confused3 I chose band over typing in high school:woohoo:

Okay......I am jealous but all of you have a great time!!!:woohoo: :woohoo:
Thanks !! We'll take pics:goodvibes

Yes, we need strong spectators to rescue us when we fall down and can't get up!
This is exactly how I got dragged into floor hockey in college:rolleyes1

I just got off of the phone with Disney Weddings...I have been informed that my vow renewal is the 18th (which is okay) but..at 5:30 p.m.! I have early seating. I am not going to Palo that night as we have a DD11 and I would like to celebrate with my family and DD. I told her that we have early seating...she said that there is only a 4:00 p.m. and a 5:30 (takes about an hour)..I said I would like the 4:00 p.m. She informed me that it was taken. I asked what I could do..she said nothing! I asked if I could speak to someone..she said it was decided at DCL..I said I would call them..she said that it wouldn't change anything. She will req. a 4:00 for me but I won't know until the cruise :scared1:

I called DCL ..they said the time is decided by Disney Weddings! :sad2: and that if I missed dinner..I could eat at the buffet! Just picture me..wedding dress..DH tuxedo..and daughter all dressed up in line at the buffet...

Anyways..I know..I should be happy I am on the cruise but with what the vow renewal is costing us..I would have liked to celebrate with my family at dinner and not in the buffet line.

thanks for letting me vent!

Desiree :bride:
Desiree, take the time they give you now. I'm betting the onboard CMs will be able to accomodate you:thumbsup2


Our new puppy!
Ohhhhh! Too cute:lovestruc

I thought we could meet in the cafeteria.
I PM'd my cell phone number to Laurie. I'll send it to you & Mike too. (just need to make sure I charge it :rotfl2: )

Oh yeah, charging the cell phone:rolleyes1

Thanks for the reminder:thumbsup2

[tom31b]

You could just pay me!

If I only had the $$$ for the bills.....

[danfromca]

Hey, I am working on the last bug in a program right now. It is the 17th last bug I have been working on. Today.

Yep. That's the problem with bugs. Just when you think you've killed off the last of them, you discover they've been hiding in a corner somewhere breeding.

[tom31b]

Yep. That's the problem with bugs. Just when you think you've killed off the last of them, you discover they've been hiding in a corner somewhere breeding.

bugs?

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[captaincrash]

Troublemaker

Who....?

ME?

http://www.petejohnsonauthor.com/images/a_covers/humour/trust_me.jpg

At least I'm an INNOCENT Troublemaker...

[MrsScooby]

HAPPY BIRTHDAY KEVIN



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[captaincrash]

bugs?

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[tom31b]

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[captaincrash]

If I only had the $$$ for the bills.....

On a simplistic level, Tom... here's some moola for your bills...

... on another deeper level - can you find WHAT is different in ONE panel of this image sequence?

http://www.csc.ncsu.edu/faculty/healey/PP/movies/Money.gif

In reference to the image blinking above and at bottom (find the annomaly in the blinking sequence of 10 images)...

Change Blindness
Recent research in visualization has explored ways to apply rules of perception to produce images that are visually salient [Ware 2000]. This work is based in large part on psychophysical studies of the low-level human visual system. One of the most important lessons of the past twenty-five years is that human vision does not resemble the relatively faithful and largely passive process of modern photography [Pomerantz & Pristach 89, Treisman 85, Treisman & Gormican, Wolfe 94, Wolfe et al. 2000]. The goal of human vision is not to create a replica or image of the seen world in our heads. A much better metaphor for vision is that of a dynamic and ongoing construction project, where the products being built are short-lived models of the external world that are specifically designed for the current visually guided tasks of the viewer [Egeth & Yantis 97, Mack & Rock 98, Rensink 2000, Simons 2000]. There does not appear to be any general purpose vision. What we "see" when confronted with a new scene depends as much on our goals and expectations as it does on the array of light that enters our eyes.

These new findings differ from one of the initial ideas of preattentive processing, that only certain features in an image are recognized without the need for focused attention, and that other features cannot be detected, even when viewers actively search for these exact features. More recent work in preattentive vision has presented evidence to suggest that this strict dichotomy does not hold. Instead, "visible" or "not visible" represent two ends of a continuous spectrum. Issues like the difference between a target's visual features and its neighbours' features, what a viewer is searching for, and how the image is presented can all have an effect on search performance. For example, Wolfe's guided search theory assumes both bottom-up (i.e., preattentive) and top-down (i.e., attention-based) activation of features in an image [Wolfe & Cave 89, Wolfe et al. 89, Wolfe 94]. Other researchers like Treisman have also studied the dual effects of preattentive and attention-driven demands on what the visual system sees [Treisman 91, Treisman & Souther 86]. Wolfe's discussion of postattentive vision also points to the fact that details of an image cannot be remembered across separate scenes except in areas where viewers have focused their attention [Wolfe et al. 2000].

New research in psychophysics has shown that an interruption in what is being seen (e.g., a blink, an eye saccade, or a blank screen) renders us "blind" to significant changes that occur in the scene during the interruption. This change blindness phenomena can be illustrated using a task similar to a game that has amused children reading the comic strips for many years [Mack & Rock 98, Rensink 2000, Simons 2000]. Fig. 11 contains ten Quicktime movies that loop over and over; each movie is made up of two separate images with a short blank interval separating them. A significant change occurs between the two images. Run the movies and try to locate the change. Many viewers have a difficult time seeing any difference and often have to be coached to look carefully to find it. Once they discover it, they realize that the difference was not a subtle one. Change blindness is not a failure to see because of limited visual acuity; rather, it is a failure based on inappropriate attentional guidance. Some parts of the eye and the brain are clearly responding differently to the two pictures. Yet, this does not become part of our visual experience until attention is focused directly on the objects that vary.

The presence of change blindness in our visual system has important implications for visualization. The images we produce are normally novel for our viewers, so prior expectations cannot be used to guide their analyses. Instead, we strive to direct the eye, and therefore the mind, to areas of interest or importance within a visualization. This ability forms the first step towards enabling a viewer to abtract details that will persist over subsequent images.

Dan Simons offers a wonderful overview of change blindness in his introduction to the Visual Cognition special issue on change blindness and visual memory [Simons 2000]. We provide a brief summary of his list of possible explanations for why change blindness occurs in our visual system. Interestingly, none of these explanations by themselves can account for all of the change blindness effects that have been identified. This suggests that some combination of these ideas (or some completely different hypothesis) is needed to properly model this phenomena.


http://www.csc.ncsu.edu/faculty/healey/PP/movies/Corner.gif

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[buckifan]

Moving along..we are checking out photogs and djs....i am a really good photographer and I expect the same for the person shooting our memories!!

Chrissie

Chrissie.......a good photographer is so important! I love the artistic shots taken at my sister in law and brother's wedding. Check out their video:

http://www.bankspix.com/Jamie%20and%20Joe%20Wed.html

[tom31b]

On a simplistic level, Tom... here's some moola for your bills...

... on another deeper level - can you find WHAT is different in ONE panel of this image sequence?

http://www.csc.ncsu.edu/faculty/healey/PP/movies/Money.gif



http://i138.photobucket.com/albums/q248/sinderela1971/Troublemaker.gif

The dark background round the dead guy?

[buckifan]

Our new puppy!

Ahhhhhh! So cute, Erin!

[captaincrash]

The dark background round the dead guy?

Yeah... what about the street scene I just added?

[wheelerkidz3]

Yeah... what about the street scene I just added?
i figured out the money one...but my eyes are hurting now!!! i can't look at them anymore!

[captaincrash]

i figured out the money one...but my eyes are hurting now!!! i can't look at them anymore!

Sorry....

... i wuz looking for livin' up to my label of the day with Tom31... troublemaker... and as such I picked an animated "curve ball" of sorts fer chuckles.

At any rate, I was wondering if anyone wants a used Neptune washing machine? My spouse just replaced ours with one of those fancy LG steam models. Out neptune is not spinning or draining - but tomorrow I'm gonna try and fix it. One of the staffers my spouse ran across was an ex-repair person ... and they were fairly certainof what the problem was - a clogged water pump line that represents an easy fix. Alas, even with this knowledge for an easy fix - she learned this info AFTER she had ordered the LG... and she has been coveting a new washer for some time now. As shes' been talking about it - but only recently had an excuse to get the new washer.

SO - if anyone is interested - it's FREE... only you have to sort of pick it up from Westlake Village. I kno... like, right... you'll be right over in a couple days to pick up.

Oh yeah... the Neptune is 11 years old too.. something to consider. Seriously, Alicia had in mind to donate it or give it away ... figuring on it being worth something to somebody. I think it was near $1 grand when she bought it 11 years ago.

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[micmse2003]

Hey, I am working on the last bug in a program right now. It is the 17th last bug I have been working on. Today.

Are you also working on the DCL web site as a side job????;)

[cruisin'Mike]

Celestine....we are linked with my parents as well, but DCL keeps telling me there is no guarantee we will have cabins near each other. Now, it won't be the end of the world if we are not right by each other, but I'm hoping they will at least put us on the same deck.

I have my cat 11 assigned but Linda's Cat 6 is still GTY. (I know...I check at least once a day!) Hopefully we'll be near each other.

Deanna, I received two responses from them:

First one:



Second one:



Guess she is busy doing the "cut & paste" thing...

Too funny!


I just got off of the phone with Disney Weddings...I have been informed that my vow renewal is the 18th (which is okay) but..at 5:30 p.m.! I have early seating. I am not going to Palo that night as we have a DD11 and I would like to celebrate with my family and DD. I told her that we have early seating...she said that there is only a 4:00 p.m. and a 5:30 (takes about an hour)..I said I would like the 4:00 p.m. She informed me that it was taken. I asked what I could do..she said nothing! I asked if I could speak to someone..she said it was decided at DCL..I said I would call them..she said that it wouldn't change anything. She will req. a 4:00 for me but I won't know until the cruise :scared1:

I called DCL ..they said the time is decided by Disney Weddings! :sad2: and that if I missed dinner..I could eat at the buffet! Just picture me..wedding dress..DH tuxedo..and daughter all dressed up in line at the buffet...

Anyways..I know..I should be happy I am on the cruise but with what the vow renewal is costing us..I would have liked to celebrate with my family at dinner and not in the buffet line.

thanks for letting me vent!

Desiree :bride:

I hope it all works out OK for you. So far I've been less than impressed with Disney Weddings.

My turn for DCL email......

I sent them a email ??? some of the entertainment. We saw Taylor Mason on our last cruise (comedien, puppeteer, ventriloquist guy) The kids LOVED his show. They are asking me if they get to see Paco the pig again on this cruise, so I figured let me ask (I guess I should have known better) Here is my response:



4/23/08 Dear Maureen, Thank you for choosing another Disney Cruise Line Vacation! I'm so happy to hear that Ryan and Devin had such a great time on their last cruise. At this time we are still finalizing all the entertainment offerings forour Eastbound Panama Canal Cruise in August. All I am going to say is that lots of new and fun options are being planned! Since these offerings can change at any time, please check your PersonalNavigator once onboard for the daily entertainment schedules. I hope this information has been helpful. If you require further assistance in planning your visit, please feel free to contact us. We look forward to welcoming your family aboard the Disney Magic! AngelaReservations DepartmentDisney Cruise Vacations


At least Angela personalized her response bu adding my kids names (I did not provide, just my ressie#) so at least she took the time to look up the information.

Basically I read.....my translation of response............you will know the entertainment schedule when you read your navigator and not a second before so dont bother asking.

At least Angela is hoping that this information has been helpful.

[micmse2003]

http://www.csc.ncsu.edu/faculty/healey/PP/movies/Corner.gif


Yeah... what about the street scene I just added?

Okay I give up!!!!!!

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[captaincrash]

Here are a few pictures from today. I volunteered to host a Strawberry Pie making demo for the pre-school kids in Kaleas' class. This week was a taste perception themed week ... so the strawberry thing was good - especially since Alicia had picked up a flat of strawberries from central coast and the season is just starting up.

I made sure every child in the class got to do something - from pouring the bananna filling mix - to stirring the mix and milk - pouring the filling into the pie pans - scooping strawberries - pouring the glaze - then spraying the whipped cream on top! It was truly great fun hosting this for the kids... and afterwards, her teacher thanked me for coming in while saying I was one of a few parents consistently volunteer special diversions in the classroom - and it was appreciated. Besides - before our teacher came in she said she started the day in a "funk" and my activity brought her spirits up! :goodvibes

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The finished pies had a rough appearance to them since they were somewhat made by the hands of the kids - but they sure tasted wonderful!

The owner of the school came by and in a friendly tone asked what the occassion was that I brought in the special activity - and I replied there was NO special reason - to which she replied "those were the BEST types of occassions"! < wink >

[cruisin'Mike]

Okay I give up!!!!!!

http://www.a4me.org.uk/res/img/resources/animation_scratching.gif

Highlight here if you want to know.
The rear window of the car along the right side of the picture switches from light to dark.

It took me a while to notice it.

[captaincrash]

Okay I give up!!!!!!

http://www.a4me.org.uk/res/img/resources/animation_scratching.gif

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Ahhh, I see Mike has posted an answer (requiring a highlighting to reveal the answer). SO - since the 2 I posted have been answered - here are another two to get dizzy over. I aim to live up to Tom31s' admonishment that I wuz a "trouble maker" tonite....

http://www.csc.ncsu.edu/faculty/healey/PP/movies/Sailboats.gif

http://www.csc.ncsu.edu/faculty/healey/PP/movies/Farm.gif

[micmse2003]

Highlight here if you want to know.
The rear window of the car along the right side of the picture switches from light to dark.

It took me a while to notice it.


http://www.wesleyjsmith.com/blog/uploaded_images/DUh-701568.jpg

[captaincrash]

http://www.wesleyjsmith.com/blog/uploaded_images/DUh-701568.jpg


Here's another one... less dazzling I think...

How many BLACK DOTS are there here?

http://www.jimandbarb.net/puzzles/dots.jpg

And below is another puzzle of sorts which is definately NOT visually bewildering.... but bewildering it IS....


SELF-REFERENTIAL APTITUDE TEST,
by Jim Propp (propp@math.wisc.edu)

The solution to the following puzzle is unique; in some cases the
knowledge that the solution is unique may actually give you a short-cut
to finding the answer to a particular question, but it's possible to
find the unique solution even without making use of the fact that the
solution is unique. (Thanks to Andy Latto for bringing this subtlety
to my attention.)I should mention that if you don't agree with me about the answer to #20,
you will get a different solution to the puzzle than the one I had in mind.
But I should also mention that if you don't agree with me about the answer
to #20, you are just plain wrong. :-)You may now begin work.

1. The first question whose answer is B is question
(A) 1
(B) 2
(C) 3
(D) 4
(E) 5 '

2. The only two consecutive questions with identical answers are questions
(A) 6 and 7
(B) 7 and 8
(C) 8 and 9
(D) 9 and 10
(E) 10 and 11

3. The number of questions with the answer E is
(A) 0
(B) 1
(C) 2
(D) 3
(E) 4

4. The number of questions with the answer A is
(A) 4
(B) 5
(C) 6
(D) 7
(E) 8

5. The answer to this question is the same as the answer to question
(A) 1
(B) 2
(C) 3
(D) 4
(E) 5

6. The answer to question 17 is
(A) C
(B) D
(C) E
(D) none of the above
(E) all of the above

7. Alphabetically, the answer to this question and the answer to the following question are
(A) 4 apart
(B) 3 apart
(C) 2 apart
(D) 1 apart
(E) the same

8. The number of questions whose answers are vowels is
(A) 4
(B) 5
(C) 6
(D) 7
(E) 8

9. The next question with the same answer as this one is question
(A) 10
(B) 11
(C) 12
(D) 13
(E) 14

10. The answer to question 16 is
(A) D
(B) A
(C) E
(D) B
(E) C

11. The number of questions preceding this one with the answer B is
(A) 0
(B) 1
(C) 2
(D) 3
(E) 4

12. The number of questions whose answer is a consonant is
(A) an even number
(B) an odd number
(C) a perfect square
(D) a prime
(E) divisible by 5

13. The only odd-numbered problem with answer A is
(A) 9
(B) 11
(C) 13
(D) 15
(E) 17

14. The number of questions with answer D is
(A) 6
(B) 7
(C) 8
(D) 9
(E) 10

15. The answer to question 12 is
(A) A
(B) B
(C) C
(D) D
(E) E

16. The answer to question 10 is
(A) D
(B) C
(C) B
(D) A
(E) E

17. The answer to question 6 is
(A) C
(B) D
(C) E
(D) none of the above
(E) all of the above

18. The number of questions with answer A equals the number of questions with answer
(A) B
(B) C
(C) D
(D) E
(E) none of the above

19. The answer to this question is:
(A) A
(B) B
(C) C
(D) D
(E) E

20. Standardized test is to intelligence as barometer is to
(A) temperature (only)
(B) wind-velocity (only)
(C) latitude (only)
(D) longitude (only)
(E) temperature, wind-velocity, latitude, and longitude



The host of this page for this "puzzle" had the following to say in reference to it:

"...This "Self Referential Aptitude Test" is really a logic puzzle. No knowledge of higher math is needed, just a lot of logical thinking. I could give the answer here, but if you are solving the puzzle, you will know if your answer is right or not because you will not have hit any contradictions. The best way to work on this test is to print it out and work with pencil and paper. It took me a couple of hours...".

[micmse2003]

Here's another one... less dazzling I think...

How many BLACK DOTS are there here?

http://www.jimandbarb.net/puzzles/dots.jpg

And below is another puzzle of sorts which is definately NOT visually bewildering.... but bewildering it IS....

[/CENTER]

The host of this page for this "puzzle" had the following to say in reference to it:

"...This "Self Referential Aptitude Test" is really a logic puzzle. No knowledge of higher math is needed, just a lot of logical thinking. I could give the answer here, but if you are solving the puzzle, you will know if your answer is right or not because you will not have hit any contradictions. The best way to work on this test is to print it out and work with pencil and paper. It took me a couple of hours...".

http://www.slycraft.com/surrender-1.jpg

Goodnight Tom!!!:cloud9:

[captaincrash]

http://www.slycraft.com/surrender-1.jpg

Goodnight Tom!!!:cloud9:

http://www.teacreative.com/img/news/mischief_lg.jpg

I know Cheryl - I've been a mischief maker tonite.

As I was reading the 20 questions in the sequece previously posted I just could NOT stop laughing! Especially at number 19 - which otherwise appears to be a starting point. Sweet dreams Cheryl....

http://www.twistedsiblings.com/gallery/albums/random_pics/bed_bugs.gif

[DisneyVegas1]

Cabo San Lucas
Tuesday August 19, 2008 Cabo San Lucas Arrive 9:00 a.m. Aboard 4:30 p.m.
Remember that we will be tendering in Cabo, give extra time.

Cabo Beach Day
Given the short time in port, a few of the Pirates will be selecting a nearby beach and enjoying the Mexican sun and surf. Many will wander over to the Cabo Wabo (see below) for a drink(s) before returning to the ship. Discussion of this relaxing day can be found on the Planning Board (http://www.thepiratezone.us/viewtopic.php?f=11&t=83)

Cabo Wabo Tequila and Fun – Group event
Before heading back to the ship, stop by Cabo’s hot spot, owned by Sammy Hagar for a shot of Tequila or just some fun with the Pirates

Cabo Dolphins
A few of the Pirates are doing the Cabo Dolphins (http://www.cabodolphins.com/?gclid=CICs6pfUspICFRMHxgodqAZvRQ)on their own (non-DCL). If you are interested, post on the thread and they will tell you what they have planned.

Puerto Vallarta
Wednesday August 20, 2008 Puerto Vallarta Arrive 9:30 a.m. Aboard 11:30 p.m.

Pirate Zip-Lines – for more information, check the planning boards (http://www.thepiratezone.us/viewtopic.php?f=14&t=34)
Join fellow Pirates at the 1 p.m. Zip Line tour and fly high above the forest in a never to be forgotten adventure!

Acapulco
Friday August 22, 2008 Acapulco Arrive 6:30 a.m. Aboard 1:00 p.m.
Remember the early departure

With such a short time in port, there are no group events planned at this time. Keep an eye on the threads for any changes.
Many Pirates that haven't seen the cliff divers are leaning towards the DCL excursion.

Panama Canal

Wear your white T-Shirt. More activities and details to be included in future newsletters.

Cartagena
Tuesday August 26, 2008 Cartagena Arrive 9:30 a.m. Aboard 5:30 p.m.

As we get closer to the 90 day reservation mark, a possible non-DCL excursion may be explored. More activities and details to be included in future newsletters.

Aruba
Thursday August 28, 2008 Aruba Arrive 7:00 a.m. Aboard 11:30 p.m.

Pirate Snorkeling – for more information, check the planning boards (http://www.thepiratezone.us/viewtopic.php?f=17&t=14)
Join fellow Pirates on a non DCL excursion to snorkel, swing and barbeque in the clear waters of Aruba

Castaway Cay
Sunday August 31, 2008 Castaway Cay Arrive 9:00 a.m. Aboard 5:00 p.m.

Pirate Picture by the Dutchman – Castaway Cay
(Task Force Leader DisneyVegas1)
Early in the morning, the group will get together, in costume if possible, to have a group shot taken by Shutters in front of the Dutchman. Time and gathering location will be sent to the group at large once it’s finalized.

Castaway Cay Rugby Tournament – Castaway Cay
(Task Force Leader Darthrugby – PM is interested (http://www.disboards.com/private.php?do=newpm&u=137758))
Learn cool terminology, get some exercise after two weeks of all you can eat sailing and have a great time with the Pirates Castaway Cay Rugby Tournament. This will take place on the beach.



Just bringing some port stuff forward as reminders


Were interested in doing non DCL Dolphins in Cabo if someone has this set up already ?:confused3 :confused3

pirate:

[radioclash2]

[COLOR="red"]Oh yeah, charging the cell phone:rolleyes1

Thanks for the reminder:thumbsup2

I am so bad at remembering to charge my phone. I pulled it out of my bag 5 minutes ago to get a little charge before I let for work. I left it on the counter, not plugged in !! Thanks for the reminder. Think I can get a daily DIS reminder to charge my phone ?:rotfl2: :rotfl2:

[radioclash2]

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The finished pies had a rough appearance to them since they were somewhat made by the hands of the kids - but they sure tasted wonderful!

The owner of the school came by and in a friendly tone asked what the occassion was that I brought in the special activity - and I replied there was NO special reason - to which she replied "those were the BEST types of occassions"! < wink >

Looks like you guys had fun. I love doing those type things with the kids.

[sk8ingmom]

G'mornin' pirate:s

Today is my Friday. Yay. Tomorrow morning we drive to Cleveland for the weekend.

Excursions, etc.
We're not booking any DCL excursions, so all I have to do on the 19th is Palo dinner & brunch and a massage. Of course, I have no idea when to book dinner because of the nonanswers we are getting about formal & pirate nights. Brunch and massage are easier, I just have to hope that I don't have either one during Wenches Tea or one of our tastings - we signed up for the lush package!

Here's what we're doing:
Cabo - private charter sailboat

PV - non-DCL zip line with this crazy crew

Acapulco - wander around by ourselves, maybe try to see the divers from the secret non-excursion location I've read about

Cartagena - on our own (gasp! shock! horror!) Let's just say DH is way more comfortable in a Central/South American country than your average tourist, plus we may have our own personal tourguide. We have a friend at the embassy. He may be transferred before we get there, but we can at least get the down low from him

Aruba - Jolly Roger's Jolly Pirates

Castaway - lounging and rugby!

[CENTER]On a simplistic level, Tom... here's some moola for your bills...

... on another deeper level - can you find WHAT is different in ONE panel of this image sequence?

OMG, that was a bit much at 6 am. :eek: :faint:

The dark background round the dead guy?

ahh yes, Old Hickory

Here are a few pictures from today. I volunteered to host a Strawberry Pie making demo for the pre-school kids in Kaleas' class. This week was a taste perception themed week ... so the strawberry thing was good - especially since Alicia had picked up a flat of strawberries from central coast and the season is just starting up.

Too cute, Tom! Reminds me of my days as the official Apple Crisp mom at DSs preschool. When we left that school, instead of individual teacher gifts, we gave the school an apple peeler/corer/slicer contraption and a baking dish.

[yargrnhoj]

I've seen some complaining on these boards about the extra-bag fee. Thought I'd post this screen capture of US Airways' latest fee structure for those still looking for tickets.

http://consumerist.com/assets/resources/2008/04/usairwaysnewticket.jpg

[LITTLEKID58]

:surfweb:

GM pirate:

Presently 65 going up to 84 here in Sunny Central Florida :goodvibes

Happy Birthday and Anniversary to all we have missed

:grouphug: :hug: pixiedust: and prayers to everyone who is going to need it today

:welcome: aboard to all the newbies

Have a great Thursday

[darthrugby]

Here are a few pictures from today. I volunteered to host a Strawberry Pie making demo for the pre-school kids in Kaleas' class. This week was a taste perception themed week ... so the strawberry thing was good - especially since Alicia had picked up a flat of strawberries from central coast and the season is just starting up.

I made sure every child in the class got to do something - from pouring the bananna filling mix - to stirring the mix and milk - pouring the filling into the pie pans - scooping strawberries - pouring the glaze - then spraying the whipped cream on top! It was truly great fun hosting this for the kids... and afterwards, her teacher thanked me for coming in while saying I was one of a few parents consistently volunteer special diversions in the classroom - and it was appreciated. Besides - before our teacher came in she said she started the day in a "funk" and my activity brought her spirits up! :goodvibes

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The finished pies had a rough appearance to them since they were somewhat made by the hands of the kids - but they sure tasted wonderful!

The owner of the school came by and in a friendly tone asked what the occassion was that I brought in the special activity - and I replied there was NO special reason - to which she replied "those were the BEST types of occassions"! < wink >

Good morning everyone!

Crash, nice pics. I would be stressed out working with sticky things and liquids with children, you look quite calm.:)



Hope everyone has a nice day. Up to 80 in NYC. Sunny.:banana:

[buckifan]

I have my cat 11 assigned but Linda's Cat 6 is still GTY. (I know...I check at least once a day!) Hopefully we'll be near each other.

Well, it is not that big of a deal if we are really close to my parent's room. But for your sake a really hope they get you across the hall from each other! :)

I am so bad at remembering to charge my phone.

Me too, Lisa! I can't tell you how many times I've gotten it out only to realize it's dead. :upsidedow


Crash, nice pics. I would be stressed out working with sticky things and liquids with children, you look quite calm.:)

I get the impression Tom does not get flustered very easy. A very happy go lucky type!

[Stepht5]

If your DD is still over here (I quit checking in on her less they call the cops on me for stalking ;) ) there is a The Walking Company right around the corner from her store.

She and I both thought it was funny that she was never there when you went by -- as an Asst Manger she seemed to be there all the time! And no one ever told her someone was asking about her!!!

She just quit work a couple of weeks ago -- she is going to try to be a SAHW for a while. She left on good terms -- is even working for them this weekend at a job fair.

With her dh's work schedule and her work schedule they very rarely even had one day off a week together.

I odered a pair of shoes from them this week. :goodvibes I think there is a new location off of I-20 in Arlington.

[Stepht5]

That reminds me of this past Saturday morning...

So I was at my daughters cheer gym at 9:00AM and in walks this mid 40 year old lady. Wearing super tight jeans, with a black studded belt, super tight T-***** (with enhanced you know whats...) a black leather jacket, very blond perfectly done hair and way too much make up. (Keep in mind it is early Sat. am). And yes, no joking, heals like this on.

...

I wonder how early she had to get up for that? That would be way too much work for me! :rotfl: :rotfl: That and I only where flats....I hate tight clothes.....I don't mind dressing/looking my age (mids 40's).

But, I am totally happy with myself -- and all my original parts! :rotfl2:

[Stepht5]

GO FLYERS!!!

It was a great game tho....even if the Caps lost

We watched the last bit of the game.... We assumed the reason the Flyers were so excited (as if they had won the cup!) is because they couldn't believe they won! :laughing:

GO STARS

[tom31b]

We watched the last bit of the game.... We assumed the reason the Flyers were so excited (as if they had won the cup!) is because they couldn't believe they won! :laughing:

GO STARS


I think it was more that they were excited to have staved off a total collapse!

[tom31b]

Groundhog....

Just a fun post, so brining it over again and again.....

Anyone in GTY get a room yet?

Of course we could end up here :goodvibes

http://morefear.com/images/gty.jpg

Category 12 GTY Stateroom
Stateroom Category: GTY
Sleeps: 300 or 400

Room Configuration: Godzilla-size bed or 100 twin beds, single convertible sofa, 3 level wall pull-down bed (if sleeping 400), bath with moat and sprinkler system.
View: Image of Porthole mirror painted onto the wall
Amenities: Remote-control color TV, sample closet space, cooling box, in-room vault, hair dryer, phone with voice-mail messaging and group climate control
Discover a room where "standard" is out of the ordinary. Take advantage of substantially more space than you'd find on most other cruise ships — along with the exclusive Disney-designed furnishings and appointments available in all our staterooms and our world-class service. Delight in your vacation dreams coming true in this charming stateroom along with several hundred of your closest friends.

[Stepht5]

We originally put in for a cat 3 but our TA fumbled that first day of booking so we're GTY for a cat 4. I heard it's hard to get upgraded to those catagories, unless someone dies.

We got a Cat 3 a couple of months ago.... Our TA called all the time..... She felt bad for messing up on booking day -- she booked me on the May repo!!! And if I hadn't seen her about 3pm that day and mentioned how excited we were to sail in August.....

Of course getting a Cat 3 this late in the game meant we are paying close to douple in price from the Cat 4!!! :scared1: I would have stuck with the 4 but, dh wanted the 3.

[Stepht5]

Just received a reply from DCL about Catholic Mass onboard:

*************************************************
Dear Deanna,

Thank you for booking a Disney Cruise Line Vacation!

In order to provide an accurate response to your email message regarding
your request, we need to conduct additional research.

We appreciate your patience while we process your request and look
forward to contacting you shortly.

We look forward to sailing with you! Have a Magical Day!

Wilma
Reservations Department
Disney Cruise Vacations

**************************************************


I am curious what the additional research will be.....

Considering how many of us emailed them..... what *research* is involved???

[tom31b]

Considering how many of us emailed them..... what *research* is involved???

Approval from above?

[sk8ingmom]

We watched the last bit of the game.... We assumed the reason the Flyers were so excited (as if they had won the cup!) is because they couldn't believe they won! :laughing:

Neither could anyone in DC.
:sad2:
Groundhog....

Just a fun post, so brining it over again and again.....

Anyone in GTY get a room yet?

I laugh every time I see that!

We got a Cat 3 a couple of months ago.... Our TA called all the time..... She felt bad for messing up on booking day -- she booked me on the May repo!!! And if I hadn't seen her about 3pm that day and mentioned how excited we were to sail in August.....

Were you on the thread that day? I remember it happening to someone.
That was also the origin of Andy's "I would poop a brick" comment.

[micmse2003]

Groundhog....

Just a fun post, so brining it over again and again.....

Anyone in GTY get a room yet?



http://www.carytennis.com/khxc/media/ccp0/prodlg/SYA_top.jpg

Nope since I am a smart add.......I got my veranda room all picked out with a welcome mat in front of it!!!

http://www.hometemptations.com/productimg/7505.gif

Keep watching because DCL can't make up their mind if they want me or not!!:lmao:

[tom31b]

Keep watching because DCL can't make up their mind if they want me or not!!:lmao:

Apparently they have been talking with United? :confused3

[yargrnhoj]

I wonder how early she had to get up for that? That would be way too much work for me! :rotfl: :rotfl: That and I only where flats....I hate tight clothes.....I don't mind dressing/looking my age (mids 40's).

But, I am totally happy with myself -- and all my original parts! :rotfl2:


You know, it is possible she had never gone to bed the night before. Maybe those were her "Friday Night Party Clothes".

(I actually once walked into a Saturday morning gymnastics recital in shirt and tie. I'd come from a late business dinner straight to an airplane and straight to the recital so I wouldn't miss it. I am sure I got some odd looks from the sweatsuit-clad mommies.)

[Stepht5]

Here are a few pictures from today. I volunteered to host a Strawberry Pie making demo for the pre-school kids in Kaleas' class. This week was a taste perception themed week ... so the strawberry thing was good - especially since Alicia had picked up a flat of strawberries from central coast and the season is just starting up.

I made sure every child in the class got to do something - from pouring the bananna filling mix - to stirring the mix and milk - pouring the filling into the pie pans - scooping strawberries - pouring the glaze - then spraying the whipped cream on top! It was truly great fun hosting this for the kids... and afterwards, her teacher thanked me for coming in while saying I was one of a few parents consistently volunteer special diversions in the classroom - and it was appreciated. Besides - before our teacher came in she said she started the day in a "funk" and my activity brought her spirits up! :goodvibes

[
The finished pies had a rough appearance to them since they were somewhat made by the hands of the kids - but they sure tasted wonderful!

The owner of the school came by and in a friendly tone asked what the occassion was that I brought in the special activity - and I replied there was NO special reason - to which she replied "those were the BEST types of occassions"! < wink >


Tom, that looked like so much fun!!! When my older 2 were in school (I started homeschooling when oldest ds started 4th grade & oldest dd started 1st) I just used to come in and read to the class! LOL! Pie would have been so much more fun!

I just have to say one more thing....is your dd the shortest in the class? My youngest is always the shortest in her classes. Last summer for VBS (there were 2 classes of 30 for her age) she was the shortest of both classes!
Dh is over 6' and I'm over 5'5" and she is our only *short* child -- 17 dd is a hair under 5'9".
We are just always excited to find other *short* kids! :)

[tom31b]

Hey JR,

Were you ever reunited with your luggage?

Or is it still on vacation?

[tom31b]

As we are winding up to the magic limit of pages/posts, the next thread will magically appear in this location (http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=1802593)once this thread is locked.

Pay no attention to the thread behind the curtain, lets max this one out

[poohmomof5]

I wonder how early she had to get up for that? That would be way too much work for me! :rotfl: :rotfl: That and I only where flats....I hate tight clothes.....I don't mind dressing/looking my age (mids 40's).

But, I am totally happy with myself -- and all my original parts! :rotfl2:

That is how I am, so I have no understanding of why someone would spend so much time and effort. Oh well, to each their own, if everyone was like me, shoe designers would go out of business and that would be bad for the economy!

[Stepht5]

Neither could anyone in DC.
:sad2: .

It reminded us of the year we were the 1st place team and we lost int he first round.........


Were you on the thread that day? I remember it happening to someone.
That was also the origin of Andy's "I would poop a brick" comment.

Yes. That was me! If she wasnt' sucha good friend of mine I would have been really angry! ;) I had even put the date I wanted in my subject line of the email I had sent her..... She then told me that she doesn't read the subject lines.... I told her that it was a really good idea to read my subject lines since that is where I put the main idea of the email! ;)

[Diznyfan68]

As we are winding up to the magic limit of pages/posts, the next thread will magically appear in this location (http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=1802593)once this thread is locked.

Pay no attention to the thread behind the curtain, lets max this one out

Yes oh great and mighty Oz

[poohmomof5]

You know, it is possible she had never gone to bed the night before. Maybe those were her "Friday Night Party Clothes".

(I actually once walked into a Saturday morning gymnastics recital in shirt and tie. I'd come from a late business dinner straight to an airplane and straight to the recital so I wouldn't miss it. I am sure I got some odd looks from the sweatsuit-clad mommies.)

Hmmmm, another good point. I try so very hard not to judge people, but this one was too good to pass up! And, I wouldn't have even remembered if it weren't for the picture of the crazy heels that Crash posted. I just had to share...I'll try to behave better next time. (Or, I will bring my camera next time so I can share the visual with y'all!) :cool2:

[poohmomof5]

As we are winding up to the magic limit of pages/posts, the next thread will magically appear in this location (http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=1802593)once this thread is locked.

Pay no attention to the thread behind the curtain, lets max this one out

Do you know how hard it was not to post...UGH! I am not a good listener and I am impatient...just like all the other Leos I am sure! ;)

[Stepht5]

Hmmmm, another good point. I try so very hard not to judge people, but this one was too good to pass up! And, I wouldn't have even remembered if it weren't for the picture of the crazy heels that Crash posted. I just had to share...I'll try to behave better next time. (Or, I will bring my camera next time so I can share the visual with y'all!) :cool2:

Even better!!!! :rotfl: :rotfl:

[poohmomof5]

Even better!!!! :rotfl: :rotfl:

I suspected you would appreciate that! My DD14 will fully cooperate and strategically stand near her so I can take a picture of my Daughter that will accidentally include Posh Spice. We'll get a big kick out of it! :)

[sk8ingmom]

I just have to say one more thing....is your dd the shortest in the class? My youngest is always the shortest in her classes. Last summer for VBS (there were 2 classes of 30 for her age) she was the shortest of both classes!
Dh is over 6' and I'm over 5'5" and she is our only *short* child -- 17 dd is a hair under 5'9".
We are just always excited to find other *short* kids! :)

I'm a short kid. :laughing:
Growing up, I was always the second shortest in any class, skating team, dance line, ice show, you name it. I never got to be the cute smallest one. 2nd shortest gets no glory. :)

Yes oh great and mighty Oz

No, sorry, that's Great and Mighty Odd.

You know, it is possible she had never gone to bed the night before. Maybe those were her "Friday Night Party Clothes".

Walk of Shame straight to gymnastics. Awesome.

[tom31b]

You need to understand, it really stinks to be a Philadelphia team/fan/player.

It has been about 25-30 years since any of our teams have won a championship. A few teams have gone to the big game/series and bombed.

So when we win in round one, we need to celebrate like its the championship. That whole

Take What You Can!
attitude....

:woohoo: :woohoo: :woohoo: :woohoo: :woohoo:

[sk8ingmom]

You need to understand, it really stinks to be a Philadelphia team/fan/player.

It has been about 25-30 years since any of our teams have won a championship. A few teams have gone to the big game/series and bombed.


Philly fan welcoming first round draft picks to the town by booing them on draft day doesn't help much either.

Gosh 25-30 years since a championship. Boo-hoo.
Sincerely,
Cleveland

[smeecanada]

Sample Kids Pages posted on thepiratezone website (http://thepiratezone.info/mambo/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=104&Itemid=81)

Sample Pages
(courtesy of sk8ingmom)
Kennedy Space Center (http://www.geocities.com/thepiratezone/KSC.pdf)
Western Ports (http://www.geocities.com/thepiratezone/Western_examples.pdf)
Castaway Cay (http://www.geocities.com/thepiratezone/castaway_cay.pdf)
Cruise Memories (http://www.geocities.com/thepiratezone/cruise_memories.pdf)
Embarkation Day (http://www.geocities.com/thepiratezone/embark.pdf)
Sea Day 1 (http://www.geocities.com/thepiratezone/sea_1.pdf)
Sea Day 2 (http://www.geocities.com/thepiratezone/sea_2.pdf)

Those are great, M. Wish I had time to help, but I'm juggling far too many balls right now. Thanks to everyone who has volunteered to help.

[captaincrash]

G'mornin' pirate:s

Today is my Friday. Yay. Tomorrow morning we drive to Cleveland for the weekend.

Excursions, etc.
We're not booking any DCL excursions, so all I have to do on the 19th is Palo dinner & brunch and a massage. Of course, I have no idea when to book dinner because of the nonanswers we are getting about formal & pirate nights. Brunch and massage are easier, I just have to hope that I don't have either one during Wenches Tea or one of our tastings - we signed up for the lush package!

Here's what we're doing:
Cabo - private charter sailboat

PV - non-DCL zip line with this crazy crew

Acapulco - wander around by ourselves, maybe try to see the divers from the secret non-excursion location I've read about

Cartagena - on our own (gasp! shock! horror!) Let's just say DH is way more comfortable in a Central/South American country than your average tourist, plus we may have our own personal tourguide. We have a friend at the embassy. He may be transferred before we get there, but we can at least get the down low from him

Aruba - Jolly Roger's Jolly Pirates

Castaway - lounging and rugby!


OMG, that was a bit much at 6 am. :eek: :faint:


Too cute, Tom! Reminds me of my days as the official Apple Crisp mom at DSs preschool. When we left that school, instead of individual teacher gifts, we gave the school an apple peeler/corer/slicer contraption and a baking dish.

Hey Lisa & M!

I had such fun playing "Circle TIme teacher" for that half hour! Plus Kalea got a kick out of seeing her Dad do stuff for her class too (I think - either that or she was embarassed beyond words!).

And, may I now offer my "in-port" plans as of this morning?

Here's what we're doing:
Cabo - Wake up in a calm panic with NO plans... then relax to go with the flow...

PV - Wake up in a calm panic with NO plans... then relax to go with the flow...

Acapulco - Wake up in a calm panic with NO plans... then relax to go with the flow...

Cartagena - Wake up in a calm panic with NO plans... then relax to go with the flow...

Aruba - Wake up in a calm panic with NO plans... then relax to go with the flow...

Castaway - Wake up in a calm panic with NO plans... then relax to go with the flow...

Seriously, we'll put something together someday - maybe the day before we arrive in port.... <wink>

[tom31b]

Philly fan welcoming first round draft picks to the town by booing them on draft day doesn't help much either.

Gosh 25-30 years since a championship. Boo-hoo.
Sincerely,
Cleveland

Its even worse... at that point of the last championship, we had all 4 sports in the final, 3 of them winning, over a 5 year period......

I didn't boo.....

Of course, the average Philly fan wasn't booing the selection of McNabb, rather they were booing the non-selection of Ricky Williams. Now see, management didn't know what they were doing when they selected a quarterback that has taken the team to the NFC Championship many times and the Superbowl. Intead, management should have selected a running back that has had drug problems, retired early and never did much when he was playing..... :rolleyes1 :rolleyes1

[tom31b]

Philly fan welcoming first round draft picks to the town by booing them on draft day doesn't help much either.

Gosh 25-30 years since a championship. Boo-hoo.
Sincerely,
Cleveland

And sorry, forgot about Cleveland.... (guess everyone tends to forget about Cleveland?):hug:

[tom31b]

Hey Lisa & M!

I had such fun playing "Circle TIme teacher" for that half hour! Plus Kalea got a kick out of seeing her Dad do stuff for her class too (I think - either that or she was embarassed beyond words!).

And, may I now offer my "in-port" plans as of this morning?

Here's what we're doing:
Cabo - Wake up in a calm panic with NO plans... then relax to go with the flow...

PV - Wake up in a calm panic with NO plans... then relax to go with the flow...

Acapulco - Wake up in a calm panic with NO plans... then relax to go with the flow...

Cartagena - Wake up in a calm panic with NO plans... then relax to go with the flow...

Aruba - Wake up in a calm panic with NO plans... then relax to go with the flow...

Castaway - Wake up in a calm panic with NO plans... then relax to go with the flow...

Seriously, we'll put something together someday - maybe the day before we arrive in port.... <wink>

And this is for 37 people you are planning?

[sk8ingmom]

Of course, the average Philly fan wasn't booing the selection of McNabb, rather they were booing the non-selection of Ricky Williams. Now see, management didn't know what they were doing when they selected a quarterback that has taken the team to the NFC Championship many times and the Superbowl. Intead, management should have selected a running back that has had drug problems, retired early and never did much when he was playing..... :rolleyes1 :rolleyes1

Not to mention Mrs. McNabb makes far superior soup commercials than Mrs. Williams could even dream of.

[tom31b]

Not to mention Mrs. McNabb makes far superior soup commercials than Mrs. Williams could even dream of.

And he insisted that a bunch of the players on the team get included in the commercials too....how's that for a class act, looking out for the other guys!

[Stepht5]

I'm a short kid. :laughing:
Growing up, I was always the second shortest in any class, skating team, dance line, ice show, you name it. I never got to be the cute smallest one. 2nd shortest gets no glory. :)


:rotfl: :rotfl:

DH didn't realize how much shorter dd is compared to other kids her age until dance recitals...... He looked at me and said *How much older then her are those girls?* :rotfl2:

[Stepht5]

You need to understand, it really stinks to be a Philadelphia team/fan/player.

It has been about 25-30 years since any of our teams have won a championship. A few teams have gone to the big game/series and bombed.

So when we win in round one, we need to celebrate like its the championship. That whole

Take What You Can!
attitude....

:woohoo: :woohoo: :woohoo: :woohoo: :woohoo:

And we know how y'all feel about OUR teams! :lmao: :rotfl2: :lmao:

28ds's gilrfriend lives outside of Philly....whenever he flies into see her he feels compelled to wear some type of TX shirt....;)

[Stepht5]

Philly fan welcoming first round draft picks to the town by booing them on draft day doesn't help much either.

Gosh 25-30 years since a championship. Boo-hoo.
Sincerely,
Cleveland

Y'all are cracking me up!

Try living in Texas and not knowing anything about football -- dh & myself. And we've both lived here since Jr Hi! :rotfl:

[Stepht5]

Of course, the average Philly fan wasn't booing the selection of McNabb, rather they were booing the non-selection of Ricky Williams. Now see, management didn't know what they were doing when they selected a quarterback that has taken the team to the NFC Championship many times and the Superbowl. Intead, management should have selected a running back that has had drug problems, retired early and never did much when he was playing..... :rolleyes1 :rolleyes1

hey, we took T.O. off your hands! :lmao: :lmao:

[tom31b]

hey, we took T.O. off your hands! :lmao: :lmao:

And he got your coach fired.....

Darn lot of good it did ya ......

He's a cancer

[goofyforlife]

Were you on the thread that day? I remember it happening to someone.
That was also the origin of Andy's "I would poop a brick" comment.

That happened to Mike too... DHChrisva....

His TA booked wrong cruise and then when they finally did get through the price had gone up and TA wanted Mike to pay tier 2 or 3.... He ended up talking TA into giving them the original tier 1 price.

You need to understand, it really stinks to be a Philadelphia team/fan/player.

It has been about 25-30 years since any of our teams have won a championship. A few teams have gone to the big game/series and CHOKED.


Tell me about it... Philly curse...
:headache:

[tom31b]

Just popped up, see if they get the names right on everyone's response:

4/24/08

Dear Tom,

Thank you for your patience while we researched your request.

Guests may request a space on the ship for a Private Function. This can
be done by faxing the request to Inventory Control at 407-566-7336 or
email at DCLFunctionRequests@email.disney.com. Don't forget to add Attn:
Group Specialist. Please be aware, these requests are subject to
availability and need a minimum of a 2 business day notice.

As noted in your email, this could be for a large number of Guests. In
order to make the process easier, please have one person provide the
following information:

*Reservation Number
*Sail Date
*Contact Name
*Phone Number
Type of function (e.g. Meeting, Private Function, etc.)
*Approximate number of Guests

Below are some of the events that can be arranged for groups:
*Meeting space
*Audio/Video equipment for meetings and/or functions

All events must be paid prior to sailing. Please be aware, some
restrictions apply to events and all events are subject to change.

We hope the above information proves helpful. If you need further
assistance planning your visit, please feel free to contact us.


We look forward to sailing with you! Have a Magical Day!

Wilma
Reservations Department
Disney Cruise Vacations

*If applicable, please include your full name, reservation number, and
phone number on all correspondence.

So is that a "only if you pay?"

[tom31b]

Tell me about it... Philly curse...
:headache:

What ya get for building higher than Willie Penn

Of course, when my DS10 decided he wanted to be a Giants fan last summer..... I was hard pressed to talk him out of it, why doom him to Philly sports fandom....

[Sarangel]

Pay bills vs. DIS.... bills lost

At least you have your priorities in the right order.

Just as an FYI for Californians, we were in Costco last night and found the cutest POC Rash Guard & Short combo. Our kid is a girl, but I don't care. We got one.

[mjy]

http://dvcdisneyandme.com/gasrising.gif

[tom31b]

http://dvcdisneyandme.com/gasrising.gif

Crash, CM..... someone's giving you a run for the image money here....:lmao: :lmao: :lmao:

[captaincrash]

Tom, that looked like so much fun!!! When my older 2 were in school (I started homeschooling when oldest ds started 4th grade & oldest dd started 1st) I just used to come in and read to the class! LOL! Pie would have been so much more fun!

I just have to say one more thing....is your dd the shortest in the class? My youngest is always the shortest in her classes. Last summer for VBS (there were 2 classes of 30 for her age) she was the shortest of both classes!
Dh is over 6' and I'm over 5'5" and she is our only *short* child -- 17 dd is a hair under 5'9".
We are just always excited to find other *short* kids! :)

You may recall that my spouse is a towering 4'11 size zero petite (depending on the designer / style of garment ).. and so with me being more "average" in size at 5'9 our kids are a usually among those of shorter size. However, you may recall when I asked her father for her hand in marriage - his last question was ... "... now, are you sure you can handle her?". Well... Aliciia is more than I can handle at many times - especially in a "tickle fight". Of course, winning or losing in a tickle fight depends more upon who ambushed whom first.

[captaincrash]

Crash, CM..... someone's giving you a run for the image money here....:lmao: :lmao: :lmao:

http://www.wsfa.org/journal/j92/2/feb92-powers.gif

Don't get me going Counselor.... I have ta run my little one into pre-school then run over to volunteer in the big girls' class as a computer lab assisstant. THEN... I'll be back....

http://www.marcelmos.org/log/archives/marcel_terminator.jpg

[lbgraves]

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