May 10, 2008 Ship of Thieves! Stealing the Magic..AGAIN!!! Panama Canal FL to CA!!! Part 9

[lillygator]

glad you had a great time!

[mishoe01]

V - when are you meeting up w/ John, Amy, Sophia and PJ at Boma's? Thought if I could swing it, I'd drop by for a quick :wave2: if you guys don't mind.

Are you meeting then w/ Dennis and Angie too?

[HollyTyler]

Monica, glad you had a great time last night! :goodvibes Looking forward to pics!

[lillygator]

V - when are you meeting up w/ John, Amy, Sophia and PJ at Boma's? Thought if I could swing it, I'd drop by for a quick :wave2: if you guys don't mind.

Are you meeting then w/ Dennis and Angie too?
I am pretty sure our reservation is at 4:30....I am not sure if we will make it in time but we are going to try.

[HollyTyler]

So I'm trying to get the darn pipe under my bathroom sink unscrewed, but the nuts (or whatever you call the things that you unscrew), are SO tight that when I pull on the wrench to try to loosen them, the whole sink pulls too! :eek: I called my dad and asked him if there's a way to get them loose so I can unscrew them or should I keep tugging. He told me to stop, unless I want to rip the sink off the wall! ;) He tells me what he does is use a propane torch on it because the extreme heat makes it easier to unscrew. Doesn't sound right to me because things expand with heat, so I'd think that would make it tighter, but he says it's what works for him, so I should at least try. But I don't think this is a good idea because I frequently burn my fingers trying to light candles. Somehow, using a torch in such a tiny area doesn't seem very smart. I'm not interested in having to out my homeowners insurance! :scared:

[mishoe01]

I am pretty sure our reservation is at 4:30....I am not sure if we will make it in time but we are going to try.

Tomorrow or Sat?

[lillygator]

for tomorrow. I think we have plans Sat at Tony's 2:40.

I was hoping to sneak in a trip to ESPN to watch the Heisman presentation. I am not sure how early we are getting to MK or if we have a breakfast. I got the plans all screwy and have to look through my emails.

[EllaEnchanted]

I won't buy a formal until they are on sale. If I don't find one that I like them I will wear one of the ones I already have.

I got a discount price on mine....originally it was $140 and I got it for $83...not bad. I just happened to see it and loved it so I went for it!

:idea: :idea: :idea:

[EllaEnchanted]

Well I had a very enjoyable evening last night at DTD.

I went and picked up Jackie, Peggy, and sil Pam from Saratoga Springs....they gave me a quick tour of their 2 bdrm villa --- very nice, and then headed over to DTD.

We had dinner at Wolfgang Puck's Express over by the Christmas shop and spent alot of time laughing. :rotfl2: These women are a hoot!! It was Pam's first time at WDW, and her first DCL cruise starts today. Peg & Jackie together--wow! They give it as well as they get it! It must be amazing to have that type of relationship w/ one's sister. :love:

Peg & Pam deserted us to go see La Nouba, so Jackie & I just walked around DTD then sat...talking all the while. I am SO glad that I finally got to meet her! I've "known" her since 2004, but it was wonderful to put the name with the face....what a warm woman!

I also got to meet some of the people that they're sailing w/ today...I don't remember everyone's names but there was Linda, Janice, Bea, Bea's sister and brother. They are going to have such a blast on this cruise!

I will post pics tonight....I have one of the sisters, 1 of me w/ Jackie & Peg, and 1 of me w/ Jackie.

What a great night.....can't wait to see the pics!

pirate: pirate: pirate:

[EllaEnchanted]

I haven't thought too much about the clothes for this trip yet. I did buy a dress of ebay that I think can be used for formal night....I'll have to take a pic and post it that way you can give me your opinions.

I know where I want to buy my pirate costume from but just need to get it.

Yes! Post a pic of your dress, we all want to see!

I got a pirate costume for the halloween cruise so I'm all ready to go for this one!

:hippie: :hippie: :hippie:

[EllaEnchanted]

Ya know I'm so ready for this trip, even my bags are packed. I just have to send to the laundry and repack. But what's going to happen is.....by the time 5 months pass I'll lose more weight and nothing will fit and I'll be scrambling at the last minute to buy all new clothes, even the pirates costume that I have. That will be just my luck, I think I'm ready but will be going crazy just before we leave because I'll have to replace everything. I hate last minute rushing, I like to be prepared well in advance. I just won't be able to do so this time because I'll have to wait and see what size I'll be wearing when May gets here.

:confused3 :confused3 :confused3

[lillygator]

I want to start packing to ....my packing list is LONG! If stuff wouldn't wrinkle I could easily have the girls stuff packed.

[lillygator]

After this weekend I plan on really attcking the exercise and eating healthy. I'll still have a good 5 months to work on it.

[nskjerven]

That didn't work, so let's try one more time.....

http://i163.photobucket.com/albums/t310/EllaEnchanted00/cruisedressMay08.jpg

love it! I got my Xmas dress from Coldwater creek for our Xmas 2005 cruise that looks kinda like it, but in green.

Here is my teal dress. It has a shawl overlay.

http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a175/nskjerven/3c597451.jpg


I even bought myself a nautical bag from the Bitten line for boarding...I figure it will hold swimsuits, passporter and everything else for that day!

linkie please. I'd like to see this....

I forgot that I bought new pants and shirts for DH when they were on sale at the outlets. Lots of Tommy Bahamas!

nice...I'd love to get some TB for DH, haven't ever seen them at outlets...

Even got DH 3 Mickey Mouse ties!

grabbed a mickey cumerbund last week on ebay...

Sounds right. Almost every kid I've ever known has needed the size above their age, right from birth. :thumbsup2

nope, my kids were exact for a long time. Then Molly shot up.

Wilson, still true to age/size...and holding.

[fourmcds]

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But Kaylee would be the one to answer!
!!!

I must have been typing while you posted! Lisa

Too funny Lisa...great minds think alike!

If the DIS wouldn't be so darn slow for me I might be posting more but right now it takes forever to see a page or post something so I am frustrated. Anyone else having this problem?

[lillygator]

yes, it seems very slow today.

I am about out of here..off home to do laundry, laundry and more laundry!

[dizneyfan23]

Anybody perhaps know when excursions for our ports will be posted. As of right now, aside from Castaway Cay, I have no idea what the excursions will be at any port.:confused:

[bonnielynn]

Hey to all.. I just booked this cruise yesterday.. so I am just stopping over to say hello to everyone... :goodvibes

[lillygator]

Anybody perhaps know when excursions for our ports will be posted. As of right now, aside from Castaway Cay, I have no idea what the excursions will be at any port.:confused:

we're all anxiously awaiting. If you go look at the Navigators they have the prior cruise PC listed that will give you a general idea. It is linked on the first page.

[scottishwee35]

After this weekend I plan on really attcking the exercise and eating healthy. I'll still have a good 5 months to work on it.

Me too

Scottishwee35

[lillygator]

Hey to all.. I just booked this cruise yesterday.. so I am just stopping over to say hello to everyone... :goodvibes

welcome! We are a fun group....who all is sailing with you?
It's me, DH and 2 DD"s 5 and 3.

[lillygator]

http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b373/lillygator/new/bitten_handbag_blue_nautical.jpg

here's the bag.
I also got anchor earrings and a necklace but they look a little juvenile.

[scottishwee35]

Hey to all.. I just booked this cruise yesterday.. so I am just stopping over to say hello to everyone... :goodvibes


Hello

:welcome:

Scottishwee35:thumbsup2

[scottishwee35]

http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b373/lillygator/new/bitten_handbag_blue_nautical.jpg

here's the bag.
I also got anchor earrings and a necklace but they look a little juvenile.

Very nice

Scottishwee35:thumbsup2

[lillygator]

In Aruba, we are renting jeeps and a group of us are touring the island. On Cabo we are going to take a water taxi around Los Arcos and head to Medano beach for the day, they have restaurants lining the beach with chairs and umbrellas.

[bonnielynn]

Hi.... I will be cruising for the second time in my life.. with my husband and our 10 yr old... This cruise dates include my sons's 11th birthday, my husbands 40th and our 20th anniversay.. so its a gift to all... :woohoo:

[lillygator]

in acapulco we are porbably going to see the cliff divers and then head to a beach.

They also have swimming with dolphins at a couple ports I think and sightseeing tours.

[lillygator]

Hi.... I will be cruising for the second time in my life.. with my husband and our 10 yr old... This cruise dates include my sons's 11th birthday, my husbands 40th and our 20th anniversay.. so its a gift to all... :woohoo:

how awesome! Lots of celebrations!!:banana:

[scottishwee35]

About laundry on the Cruise, let you know that it was terrible on Med Cruise.

I back off and took all dirty clothes home!!

My mother in law was up very early morning and got her some washing done.

Some people were very selfish with the laundry. One lady used all tumble dryer and left one lady who was waiting for hours. I feel sorry for her as she said that that woman put one trainers in one tumble dryer:scared1:

Next Cruise for 15 days - I will have to do some washing. I am hoping it go smoothly. In UK there have small washing powder like two in silver bag.

My friend went to Med Cruise in June and she brought the box of washing powder and lots of usa people used it and thought it was great. I understand that USA use big washing powder!!

I am thinking to bring it with us:rolleyes: As we will be staying in LA for 3 nights so have to do washing clothes.

Scottishwee35

[lillygator]

I'll try for the laundry room, but I am not going to hesitate to send the stuff either. Heckl this is our vacation!

[scottishwee35]

Hi.... I will be cruising for the second time in my life.. with my husband and our 10 yr old... This cruise dates include my sons's 11th birthday, my husbands 40th and our 20th anniversay.. so its a gift to all... :woohoo:

My husband will be 40th and my son will be (11 both in March) and third time for us with Disney Cruise. It will be 4 of us, our deaf daughter is 8 years old
and it will be 13 half year Anniversary:love:

Scottishwee35:thumbsup2

[scottishwee35]

In Aruba, we are renting jeeps and a group of us are touring the island. On Cabo we are going to take a water taxi around Los Arcos and head to Medano beach for the day, they have restaurants lining the beach with chairs and umbrellas.


Oh sound good too.

I am awaiting for excursion and think it will be out after Xmas, I remember Med Cruise excursion was out after Xmas.:rolleyes:

Scottishwee35

[lillygator]

is most everyone planning on the pool upon boarding? Well, after lunch, John would never miss the buffet!

[scottishwee35]

is most everyone planning on the pool upon boarding? Well, after lunch, John would never miss the buffet!

Last Med Cruise, we had a lunch then our childrens went to pool, we relaxed and had a cocktail to cheer together. Then meet people at Promenade Lounge then off to Fire Drill.

Next Cruise in May 08, depend on childrens what they want, if they want pool, fine we will let them fun then get ready for fire drill then SAILING AWAY PARTY.

Scottishwee35:thumbsup2

[gydell]

Hey to all.. I just booked this cruise yesterday.. so I am just stopping over to say hello to everyone... :goodvibes

WELCOME!

is most everyone planning on the pool upon boarding? Well, after lunch, John would never miss the buffet!

Not us! The pools are always so crowded. We walk around the ship and check things out. Being that my DH hasn't been on a DCL cruise my DGS is planning on giving him a tour. We are always in our cabin and unpacked by the LB drill so all we have to do after is to hit the deck for the party!

[scottishwee35]

My friend emailed me to tell me that Eastbound Panama Cruise have some cancellations there.

I am very surprise to hear that as I remember that on Med Cruise, one staff told me that long waiting list had been dropping off.

mmm. I think that Eastbound will be full of childrens and I don't think Westbound will have full of childrens? Maybe I am wrong *** Eastbound - lots of children are on school holiday.

Westbound - lots of children still going to school?

Scottishwee35

[Tigger1221]

I'm not sure as this is the first 2 week vacation we have taken. I do know I plan on using their laundry service to get things pressed so he can wear some pants a couple times...
My Jack (Sharks fan) is the exact opposite -he is the odd ball. His waist is so little he can wear size 4 in shorts (he is 7, going on 8 in May). It is so hard to find pants that fit him...even the ones you can make tighter sometimes can't get tight enough or they are uncomfortable.


How do you know she is getting engaged??? Is it a surprise that you are in on? I saw one couple get engaged and all her friends were their and knew...that seemed cute, although not sure I'd want my friends to know before me!![/quote]

She knows too just not exactly when and where. She picked out the ring and the only weekend they have off together this month is the weekend of th 15th. They are renting a cabin in Pigeon Forge. He will ask sometime that weekend. Only, them and my DH and I know! They have only been dating for 4 months. He is a really sweet guy and really care about her!:cloud9:

[quote=bonnielynn;22069851]Hey to all.. I just booked this cruise yesterday.. so I am just stopping over to say hello to everyone... :goodvibes

WELCOME!!!!

[Tigger1221]

We can't do laudry on the ship. I am alldergic to most laudry detergents. Even the leftover stuff after someone has used a washer before makes me break out in hives. I just have to wait till I get home.:laundy:

[LiserAnn]

Too funny Lisa...great minds think alike!

If the DIS wouldn't be so darn slow for me I might be posting more but right now it takes forever to see a page or post something so I am frustrated. Anyone else having this problem?


Yes, and it gets old after a while!

[LiserAnn]

Hey to all.. I just booked this cruise yesterday.. so I am just stopping over to say hello to everyone... :goodvibes

Welcome! How exciting all these new people!!!!

[gydell]

Yes, and it gets old after a while!

It's slow for me too! And the time clock keeps getting later. I wish they would fix it!

[LiserAnn]

It's slow for me too! And the time clock keeps getting later. I wish they would fix it!

Gydell-What's even more funny is that the clock is showing about 45 minutes EARLY for me (it said I posted at 3:08 when in fact it was around 3:50...PST). I recall you saying that it was showing about 45 minutes later for you...is that right? Too weird.

[gydell]

Gydell-What's even more funny is that the clock is showing about 45 minutes EARLY for me (it said I posted at 3:08 when in fact it was around 3:50...PST). I recall you saying that it was showing about 45 minutes later for you...is that right? Too weird.

You're right it's running about 45 minutes earlier for me too!

[gydell]

Gydell-What's even more funny is that the clock is showing about 45 minutes EARLY for me (it said I posted at 3:08 when in fact it was around 3:50...PST). I recall you saying that it was showing about 45 minutes later for you...is that right? Too weird.

It's making our wait for the cruise longer too!

[DisneyRN1]

Hi,
My DH and I just returned today from the 4 night Wonder, and while on board we booked the Westbound Panama cruise. They said the had just had a block of rooms open up. We are booked for main dining, Cat 5 room, and I think we got a special rate for booking while already on a cruise. I am new to this board, but found the Wonder board so helpful. Since I am late getting here, I don't know if I will get through all 1000+ pages.:) , but am wondering if there is any place to get a lot of the info anyhow. We are so excited about going thru the canal. I will appreciate any info anyone has. We have only been on the Wonder just now, and a Carnival cruise about 20 years ago. We are older..my DH is a young 60, and I am a sometimes young;) 52year old. Thanks.....Vicki

[LiserAnn]

Hi,
My DH and I just returned today from the 4 night Wonder, and while on board we booked the Westbound Panama cruise. They said the had just had a block of rooms open up. We are booked for main dining, Cat 5 room, and I think we got a special rate for booking while already on a cruise. I am new to this board, but found the Wonder board so helpful. Since I am late getting here, I don't know if I will get through all 1000+ pages.:) , but am wondering if there is any place to get a lot of the info anyhow. We are so excited about going thru the canal. I will appreciate any info anyone has. We have only been on the Wonder just now, and a Carnival cruise about 20 years ago. We are older..my DH is a young 60, and I am a sometimes young;) 52year old. Thanks.....Vicki

Welcome Vicki-we're a fun group here! And everyone is VERY helpful, just ask and someone will have the answer for you! Don't be scared away by our chatter though. Some of us have been posting since January when the rates were first released.

[gydell]

Hi,
My DH and I just returned today from the 4 night Wonder, and while on board we booked the Westbound Panama cruise. They said the had just had a block of rooms open up. We are booked for main dining, Cat 5 room, and I think we got a special rate for booking while already on a cruise. I am new to this board, but found the Wonder board so helpful. Since I am late getting here, I don't know if I will get through all 1000+ pages.:) , but am wondering if there is any place to get a lot of the info anyhow. We are so excited about going thru the canal. I will appreciate any info anyone has. We have only been on the Wonder just now, and a Carnival cruise about 20 years ago. We are older..my DH is a young 60, and I am a sometimes young;) 52year old. Thanks.....Vicki

Welcome! Don't even try and read all the previous posts, just join in now. Page one has some info on it and there is a separate site that has a little more on it. You have to get a password for it. Read page 1 and it will tell you how. There really is no info on this cruise just what we are finding out that happened last time. We are spending the time just getting to know each other now. Excursions are suppose to be out early Jan. The board is split between the young ones and us 50+ers, so ya'll fit right in.
My group consist of me, DH who knows nothing about this cruise, DD and DGS.

[birkner]

Hi,
My DH and I just returned today from the 4 night Wonder, and while on board we booked the Westbound Panama cruise. They said the had just had a block of rooms open up. We are booked for main dining, Cat 5 room, and I think we got a special rate for booking while already on a cruise. I am new to this board, but found the Wonder board so helpful. Since I am late getting here, I don't know if I will get through all 1000+ pages.:) , but am wondering if there is any place to get a lot of the info anyhow. We are so excited about going thru the canal. I will appreciate any info anyone has. We have only been on the Wonder just now, and a Carnival cruise about 20 years ago. We are older..my DH is a young 60, and I am a sometimes young;) 52year old. Thanks.....Vicki


Welcome aboard!! The PC cruise will be our 4th DCL cruise. My DH John will be 64 and I will be 57 on this cruise. Our next cruise is the NYE aboard the Magic with our kids and GK's. On this cruise it will be just the two of us sailing.

Noel

[HollyTyler]

Hey to all.. I just booked this cruise yesterday.. so I am just stopping over to say hello to everyone... :goodvibes
Congrats on booking and welcome to our crazy bunch!

[lillygator]

Hi,
My DH and I just returned today from the 4 night Wonder, and while on board we booked the Westbound Panama cruise. They said the had just had a block of rooms open up. We are booked for main dining, Cat 5 room, and I think we got a special rate for booking while already on a cruise. I am new to this board, but found the Wonder board so helpful. Since I am late getting here, I don't know if I will get through all 1000+ pages.:) , but am wondering if there is any place to get a lot of the info anyhow. We are so excited about going thru the canal. I will appreciate any info anyone has. We have only been on the Wonder just now, and a Carnival cruise about 20 years ago. We are older..my DH is a young 60, and I am a sometimes young;) 52year old. Thanks.....Vicki
Welcome!!!
Don't worry about catching up....just jump in. We are very friendly....so glad you booked!

[HollyTyler]

Hi.... I will be cruising for the second time in my life.. with my husband and our 10 yr old... This cruise dates include my sons's 11th birthday, my husbands 40th and our 20th anniversay.. so its a gift to all... :woohoo:
So cool! What a great way for you all to celebrate together! :yay:

[gydell]

Welcome!!!
Don't worry about catching up....just jump in. We are very friendly....so glad you booked!


Shouldn't you be packing?

[lillygator]

Shouldn't you be packing?

yes, I should....!

[fourmcds]

glad it wasn't just my connection that was having such a hard time with the DIS, but it is very frustrating!!! :confused3

WELCOME to all the new groups who are joining us!

V....have a great time this weekend! Say hi to everyone from us! :thumbsup2
Anyone know when Marilyn was due home? I was thinking about her the other day.

Our weekend trip was cancelled, :sad2: because the coasts here in WA and OR are still such a mess from the storm. Our condo still has no power and so they called us up this am to cancel. Now, we have to decide if we let the kids stay home tomorrow like we had told them or if we make them go to school since we are now home.

[HollyTyler]

Hi,
My DH and I just returned today from the 4 night Wonder, and while on board we booked the Westbound Panama cruise. They said the had just had a block of rooms open up. We are booked for main dining, Cat 5 room, and I think we got a special rate for booking while already on a cruise. I am new to this board, but found the Wonder board so helpful. Since I am late getting here, I don't know if I will get through all 1000+ pages.:) , but am wondering if there is any place to get a lot of the info anyhow. We are so excited about going thru the canal. I will appreciate any info anyone has. We have only been on the Wonder just now, and a Carnival cruise about 20 years ago. We are older..my DH is a young 60, and I am a sometimes young;) 52year old. Thanks.....Vicki
Welcome to you and your husband!

[Ginamarie]

Hey to all.. I just booked this cruise yesterday.. so I am just stopping over to say hello to everyone... :goodvibes

WELCOME!!!

is most everyone planning on the pool upon boarding? Well, after lunch, John would never miss the buffet!

All I know is that the first thing we're doing is EATING! I can't wait to start munching on cruise food.

Hi,
My DH and I just returned today from the 4 night Wonder, and while on board we booked the Westbound Panama cruise. They said the had just had a block of rooms open up. We are booked for main dining, Cat 5 room, and I think we got a special rate for booking while already on a cruise. I am new to this board, but found the Wonder board so helpful. Since I am late getting here, I don't know if I will get through all 1000+ pages.:) , but am wondering if there is any place to get a lot of the info anyhow. We are so excited about going thru the canal. I will appreciate any info anyone has. We have only been on the Wonder just now, and a Carnival cruise about 20 years ago. We are older..my DH is a young 60, and I am a sometimes young;) 52year old. Thanks.....Vicki

Welcome!!!


It looks like maybe a large group cancelled since we had so many rooms open up and so many newcomers joining.

DH and I are getting decent news about his job situation, so we shouldn't have to cancel this cruise after all.:banana:

[gydell]

WELCOME!!!

DH and I are getting decent news about his job situation, so we shouldn't have to cancel this cruise after all.:banana:

:thumbsup2

[HollyTyler]

DH and I are getting decent news about his job situation, so we shouldn't have to cancel this cruise after all.:banana:
Great news Gina! So glad you don't have to cancel! :yay: You must be very relieved. :goodvibes

[nskjerven]

yes, it seems very slow today.

I am about out of here..off home to do laundry, laundry and more laundry!

4 loads so far here...:laundy:

http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b373/lillygator/new/bitten_handbag_blue_nautical.jpg

here's the bag.
I also got anchor earrings and a necklace but they look a little juvenile.

like it!:thumbsup2

Did we already have the sorority conversation here? I think we did. I'm a Delta Gamma. Our pin is an anchor...very nautical themed sorority, so when ever I see that kind of stuff I think of DeeGee :yay:

[gydell]

Survivor is on in a couple of minutes and then Grey's Anatomy.

[mishoe01]

Hey to all.. I just booked this cruise yesterday.. so I am just stopping over to say hello to everyone... :goodvibes


:welcome: :jumping1: :welcome:

Let us know about yourself!

[mishoe01]

Hi.... I will be cruising for the second time in my life.. with my husband and our 10 yr old... This cruise dates include my sons's 11th birthday, my husbands 40th and our 20th anniversay.. so its a gift to all... :woohoo:

WOW! What a great way to celebrate all these special dates.

[mishoe01]

Hi,
My DH and I just returned today from the 4 night Wonder, and while on board we booked the Westbound Panama cruise. They said the had just had a block of rooms open up. We are booked for main dining, Cat 5 room, and I think we got a special rate for booking while already on a cruise. I am new to this board, but found the Wonder board so helpful. Since I am late getting here, I don't know if I will get through all 1000+ pages.:) , but am wondering if there is any place to get a lot of the info anyhow. We are so excited about going thru the canal. I will appreciate any info anyone has. We have only been on the Wonder just now, and a Carnival cruise about 20 years ago. We are older..my DH is a young 60, and I am a sometimes young;) 52year old. Thanks.....Vicki

:welcome: :jumping1: :welcome: VICKI!

Just jump right on in

[mishoe01]

glad it wasn't just my connection that was having such a hard time with the DIS, but it is very frustrating!!! :confused3

WELCOME to all the new groups who are joining us!

V....have a great time this weekend! Say hi to everyone from us! :thumbsup2
Anyone know when Marilyn was due home? I was thinking about her the other day.

Our weekend trip was cancelled, :sad2: because the coasts here in WA and OR are still such a mess from the storm. Our condo still has no power and so they called us up this am to cancel. Now, we have to decide if we let the kids stay home tomorrow like we had told them or if we make them go to school since we are now home.

Marilyn and John got off the Wonder today. Not sure exactly when their flying home though.

Sorry about your weekend plans were cancelled, but hopefully your fill in plan will be just as fun though.

[mishoe01]

WELCOME!!!



All I know is that the first thing we're doing is EATING! I can't wait to start munching on cruise food.


I agree! Can't wait to have some of those AMAZING chicken fingers!


Welcome!!!


It looks like maybe a large group cancelled since we had so many rooms open up and so many newcomers joining.

DH and I are getting decent news about his job situation, so we shouldn't have to cancel this cruise after all.:banana:

Gina - that's WONDERFUL news!

[nskjerven]

Paul called me today....from Orlando...to tell me that he was on the way to the Space Center to watch the launch....:sad2:

What a stinker :mad:

We had a few words about Wilson and I going with him, too much work, no time to fun... you've heard it before....then he sticks his foot way in his mouth with today's call.

The launch was scrapped and he tells me he wants to take the kids in May.

So turning lemons into lemonade anyone wanna have an outing on Friday before we cruise to Space Center??? I'll look into what we can do as a group if we get enough interest. Let me know.....

I still want to do the Priate/Princess event that night if it's on. Am I crazy, are these places too far away to enjoy both in one very full day before we set sail???

We are staying at Hyatt MCO, so that would be our leave and return points.

[mishoe01]

I just read that some rooms opened up for the Eastbound cruise too...of course nothing available now (curious).

I'm working on uploading my pics from last night.


Watching Greys....should be a really good show tonight.

[gydell]

We are staying at Hyatt MCO, so that would be our leave and return points.

if you are going to the Space Center why stay at the airport?

[gydell]

Watching Greys....should be a really good show tonight.

So far it is!

[mishoe01]

The three sisters....

Jackie and Peg behind with Pam sitting down
http://i223.photobucket.com/albums/dd30/mishoe01/IMG_0001.jpg

Jackie, Me, Peg - not the best picture...we were really laughing
http://i223.photobucket.com/albums/dd30/mishoe01/IMG_0004.jpg

Me and Jackie
http://i223.photobucket.com/albums/dd30/mishoe01/IMG_0002.jpg

[birkner]

glad it wasn't just my connection that was having such a hard time with the DIS, but it is very frustrating!!! :confused3

WELCOME to all the new groups who are joining us!

V....have a great time this weekend! Say hi to everyone from us! :thumbsup2
Anyone know when Marilyn was due home? I was thinking about her the other day.

Our weekend trip was cancelled, :sad2: because the coasts here in WA and OR are still such a mess from the storm. Our condo still has no power and so they called us up this am to cancel. Now, we have to decide if we let the kids stay home tomorrow like we had told them or if we make them go to school since we are now home.

If there is something fun for you and the kids to do, by all means keep them home and do something fun. IF and I mean IF the weather is terrible, might as well send the kids to school.

Just my thoughts....

[gydell]

Good pixs!

[HollyTyler]

Great pics Monica...thanks for sharing! :goodvibes :thumbsup2

[birkner]

Paul called me today....from Orlando...to tell me that he was on the way to the Space Center to watch the launch....:sad2:

What a stinker :mad:

We had a few words about Wilson and I going with him, too much work, no time to fun... you've heard it before....then he sticks his foot way in his mouth with today's call.

The launch was scrapped and he tells me he wants to take the kids in May.

So turning lemons into lemonade anyone wanna have an outing on Friday before we cruise to Space Center??? I'll look into what we can do as a group if we get enough interest. Let me know.....

I still want to do the Pirate/Princess event that night if it's on. Am I crazy, are these places too far away to enjoy both in one very full day before we set sail???

We are staying at Hyatt MCO, so that would be our leave and return points.

We spent the entire day at the KSC, arriving directly after we disembarked from the Magic and picked up our car at the Radisson. The complex opened at 9:00 AM and closed at 6:00 PM. Depending on when the Pirate and Princess event starts, you may be able to do both as it takes about 45 minutes back to WDW.

http://www.kennedyspacecenter.com/visitKSC/index.asp

We purchased internet tickets at this site: http://www.kennedyspacecentertours.net/tours/tourDetail.cfm?tour_id=1904

There are so many things to do, such as tour Kennedy Space Center, visit the Astronaut Hall of Fame, have lunch with an Astronaut and take the NASA Up-Close guided tour.

The Complex admission tour includes This day at Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex includes the Kennedy Space Center Tour of NASA's Launch Headquarters, two IMAX films, all shows and exhibits, and a visit to the Astronaut Hall of Fame. The tour includes stops at the four-story LC-39 Observation Gantry where you get a bird's eye view of the Space Shuttle launch pads and parts of the world's busiest space launch facility.

The second tour stop is the acclaimed Apollo/Saturn V Center, where you will walk beneath a massive Saturn V rocket, relive Neil Armstrong's first steps on the moon, and experience the thunderous rumble of a Saturn V moon rocket lift off.

Your day continues with IMAX movie screenings of "The Dream is Alive," where you experience life in space, or "Space Station 3-D," which takes you on a virtual trip to the International Space Station in a fully immersive big-screen environment.

You may also enjoy the many other shows and exhibits at the Visitor Complex, including a chance to meet a real astronaut at the Astronaut Encounter Show, and enjoy the zany live-action show "Mad Mission to Mars 2025."

The day is topped off with a visit to the Astronaut Hall of Fame, located at the entrance to the Kennedy Space Center. This attraction features the world's largest collection of personal astronaut mementos, historic spacecraft, one-of-a-kind space legacies, and hands-on activities. You may site in a mission control console, take a virtual moonwalk, feel the pull of 4 Gs in the G-Force Simulator, and land a Space Shuttle.

This ticket allows you to do everything in one day or break up your Kennedy Space Center experience over two consecutive days.

Each guided NASA Up Close tour is narrated by a space program expert, who shares in-depth and often little-known space facts during the 90-minute "mission" past the following areas: Space Shuttle Launch Pads A and B, The International Space Station Center, The Vehicle Assembly Building (VAB), Shuttle Landing Facility, Crawler Transporter and Crawlerway.

The GK's wanted to do lunch with an astronaut which we throughly enjoyed though the food was not as good as on board the Magic. This lunch includes the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex Admission Ticket. What was the most fun was listening to all the questions the kids asked the astronaut who in our case was Tom Jones. We bought his book and had it autographed to both John and I.
http://www.thespaceagency.org/bios/jones.html

Hope this helps.

Noel

[disneylover5]

I think someone posted there is a UPS close to the port in LA, I have a feeling we will need to be using it.

When we got off the ship in Barcelona, UPS was right there in the port ready to ship things home for you.

I'm already planning to do that, but the airline limits us to 2 suitcases per person, and I'm not sure how many suitcases we're actually going to be able to transport to and from the airport. We're a lot of people plus a stroller and a wheelchair!

Ginamarie, I am so glad your DHs work problems are working out!! I love ABC News, what does your DH do? How many in your group....(you say a lot of people) and who uses a wheelchair. I have taken my mom on several cruises and she uses a wheelchair. I was surprised how easy it was to use on the ship!!

Sounds right. Almost every kid I've ever known has needed the size above their age, right from birth. :thumbsup2

My youngest daughter Gretchen is 11 years old (almost 12) and she wears size 7. She is just really small...but she packs a big punch!!

Hi.... I will be cruising for the second time in my life.. with my husband and our 10 yr old... This cruise dates include my sons's 11th birthday, my husbands 40th and our 20th anniversay.. so its a gift to all... :woohoo:

We crusied last summer in the MED and it was my 50th, our 20th Anniversay and our oldest sons 18th BD . So much fun!! Where do you live in MD ... I grew up in Montgomery County...now in Fairfax County!

Hi,
My DH and I just returned today from the 4 night Wonder, and while on board we booked the Westbound Panama cruise. They said the had just had a block of rooms open up. We are booked for main dining, Cat 5 room, and I think we got a special rate for booking while already on a cruise. I am new to this board, but found the Wonder board so helpful. Since I am late getting here, I don't know if I will get through all 1000+ pages.:) , but am wondering if there is any place to get a lot of the info anyhow. We are so excited about going thru the canal. I will appreciate any info anyone has. We have only been on the Wonder just now, and a Carnival cruise about 20 years ago. We are older..my DH is a young 60, and I am a sometimes young;) 52year old. Thanks.....Vicki

I love Roanoke VA!! My oldest son is at Tech! Do you work at a hospital? My DH aunt is a nurse at one of the hospitals in Roanoke!

[calmom]

So I'm trying to get the darn pipe under my bathroom sink unscrewed, but the nuts (or whatever you call the things that you unscrew), are SO tight that when I pull on the wrench to try to loosen them, the whole sink pulls too! :eek: I called my dad and asked him if there's a way to get them loose so I can unscrew them or should I keep tugging. He told me to stop, unless I want to rip the sink off the wall! ;) He tells me what he does is use a propane torch on it because the extreme heat makes it easier to unscrew. Doesn't sound right to me because things expand with heat, so I'd think that would make it tighter, but he says it's what works for him, so I should at least try. But I don't think this is a good idea because I frequently burn my fingers trying to light candles. Somehow, using a torch in such a tiny area doesn't seem very smart. I'm not interested in having to out my homeowners insurance! :scared: You SO impress me!! We have had a broken faucet and basically just keep going to another room to wash our hands!

After this weekend I plan on really attcking the exercise and eating healthy. I'll still have a good 5 months to work on it.
Me too!
Hey to all.. I just booked this cruise yesterday.. so I am just stopping over to say hello to everyone... :goodvibes
WELCOME! To you and all the ones that have joined.
Me too
Scottishwee35 Me three then!

http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b373/lillygator/new/bitten_handbag_blue_nautical.jpg

here's the bag.
I also got anchor earrings and a necklace but they look a little juvenile.
Love it!
Hi.... I will be cruising for the second time in my life.. with my husband and our 10 yr old... This cruise dates include my sons's 11th birthday, my husbands 40th and our 20th anniversay.. so its a gift to all... :woohoo: I'm turning 40!! On the 16th. When is your DH's bd? We will have a 10 year old boy (as well as some others! more later)

in acapulco we are porbably going to see the cliff divers and then head to a beach.

They also have swimming with dolphins at a couple ports I think and sightseeing tours. We want to go swimming with the dolphins. Anyone have an opinion as to the best port to do so??

About laundry on the Cruise, let you know that it was terrible on Med Cruise.

I back off and took all dirty clothes home!!

My mother in law was up very early morning and got her some washing done.

Some people were very selfish with the laundry. One lady used all tumble dryer and left one lady who was waiting for hours. I feel sorry for her as she said that that woman put one trainers in one tumble dryer:scared1:

Next Cruise for 15 days - I will have to do some washing. I am hoping it go smoothly. In UK there have small washing powder like two in silver bag.

My friend went to Med Cruise in June and she brought the box of washing powder and lots of usa people used it and thought it was great. I understand that USA use big washing powder!!

I am thinking to bring it with us:rolleyes: As we will be staying in LA for 3 nights so have to do washing clothes.

Scottishwee35

I'll try for the laundry room, but I am not going to hesitate to send the stuff either. Heckl this is our vacation!
I was referring to laundry that you send in...me personally, I have a hard time doing laundry at home let alone on vacation. Our nanny had to go to Mexico unexpectedly and I am looking at this pile of laundry and going WHAT?? My pet peeve...just can't do it. If it were up to me, I'd vote for disposable clothing - I know, not a good idea for the environment!!
is most everyone planning on the pool upon boarding? Well, after lunch, John would never miss the buffet!
Lunch then pool. LOVE the first day. Love everything about it. The embark photo, the excitement of seeing our room - no matter what room we have (from inside to a suite) I just love opening that door, the "free" food. I just love that I can eat, and eat, and eat and no bill!!
My friend emailed me to tell me that Eastbound Panama Cruise have some cancellations there.

I am very surprise to hear that as I remember that on Med Cruise, one staff told me that long waiting list had been dropping off.

mmm. I think that Eastbound will be full of childrens and I don't think Westbound will have full of childrens? Maybe I am wrong *** Eastbound - lots of children are on school holiday.

Westbound - lots of children still going to school?

Scottishwee35
My kids are in school in May and we are pulling them out. Life is short, got to live!
I'm not sure as this is the first 2 week vacation we have taken. I do know I plan on using their laundry service to get things pressed so he can wear some pants a couple times...
My Jack (Sharks fan) is the exact opposite -he is the odd ball. His waist is so little he can wear size 4 in shorts (he is 7, going on 8 in May). It is so hard to find pants that fit him...even the ones you can make tighter sometimes can't get tight enough or they are uncomfortable.


How do you know she is getting engaged??? Is it a surprise that you are in on? I saw one couple get engaged and all her friends were their and knew...that seemed cute, although not sure I'd want my friends to know before me!!

She knows too just not exactly when and where. She picked out the ring and the only weekend they have off together this month is the weekend of th 15th. They are renting a cabin in Pigeon Forge. He will ask sometime that weekend. Only, them and my DH and I know! They have only been dating for 4 months. He is a really sweet guy and really care about her!:cloud9: Fun story - have fun!

Hi,
My DH and I just returned today from the 4 night Wonder, and while on board we booked the Westbound Panama cruise. They said the had just had a block of rooms open up. We are booked for main dining, Cat 5 room, and I think we got a special rate for booking while already on a cruise. I am new to this board, but found the Wonder board so helpful. Since I am late getting here, I don't know if I will get through all 1000+ pages.:) , but am wondering if there is any place to get a lot of the info anyhow. We are so excited about going thru the canal. I will appreciate any info anyone has. We have only been on the Wonder just now, and a Carnival cruise about 20 years ago. We are older..my DH is a young 60, and I am a sometimes young;) 52year old. Thanks.....Vicki
Welcome! Cat 5 - how wonderful!! We are in Cat. 9, adjoining cabins for our family of 6.
4 loads so far here...:laundy:



like it!:thumbsup2

Did we already have the sorority conversation here? I think we did. I'm a Delta Gamma. Our pin is an anchor...very nautical themed sorority, so when ever I see that kind of stuff I think of DeeGee :yay:
Never was in a sorority at Santa Clara University. Many of my friends were...something about not being able to have a beer in my home turned me off :-) But they all said I could cheat, but didn't want to trust that!! Being a 20 year old and all...


Ok - with so many new people, should we do a mini-intro??? I'm Lisa, going with DH and 4 DS ages will be 10, 8, 5, and 2. We have been on 2 DCL, and several other cruise lines. We are in love with DCL. Live in Northern CA. I will be 40, DH 42. Husband is an attorney (the nice kind like John!), I run an ambulatory surgery center. Looking forward to this trip very much!!

Lisa

[disneylover5]

Still lots of snow in DC!! It is so pretty. Tonight we went to the Lighting of the National Christmas Tree. They place it in the Presidental Park rigth next to the White House. We were so close that your could almost throw a stone and hit the White House. Then each state (and DC and territories) has a tree. This years theme is the National Parks. Each state decorates the tree with National State Park stuff.

President and Mrs Bush were there and lit the tree. They have Sarah Evans and several proformers from NY Broadway. Santa and Mrs. Claus also made an appearance. It was so COLD!! All of our toes felt like they were going to freeze off!!

I will try and post some pictures tomorrow. It really was a special night. I would never have done this if Vanessa had not been here!! I have lived in DC for 50 years....kinda sad this is the first time I have made the effort to get the tickets and go.

[HollyTyler]

Still lots of snow in DC!! It is so pretty. Tonight we went to the Lighting of the National Christmas Tree. They place it in the Presidental Park rigth next to the White House. We were so close that your could almost throw a stone and hit the White House. Then each state (and DC and territories) has a tree. This years theme is the National Parks. Each state decorates the tree with National State Park stuff.

President and Mrs Bush were there and lit the tree. They have Sarah Evans and several proformers from NY Broadway. Santa and Mrs. Claus also made an appearance. It was so COLD!! All of our toes felt like they were going to freeze off!!

I will try and post some pictures tomorrow. It really was a special night. I would never have done this if Vanessa had not been here!! I have lived in DC for 50 years....kinda sad this is the first time I have made the effort to get the tickets and go.
Oh, Lisa, the tree lighting sounds so nice!

[disneylover5]

One other thought about the Lighting of the National Christmas Tree. We sang lots of Carols. one Carol surprised me..."Go Tell it on the Mountain" and one line is "that Jesus Christ is born"

I am thrilled they sang it. But it surprised me as this is Government property and how Politcally Correct our world is now.....

But I am surprised someone has sued, imagine a Christmas Tree on Government property........

[mishoe01]

Ok - with so many new people, should we do a mini-intro??? I'm Lisa, going with DH and 4 DS ages will be 10, 8, 5, and 2. We have been on 2 DCL, and several other cruise lines. We are in love with DCL. Live in Northern CA. I will be 40, DH 42. Husband is an attorney (the nice kind like John!), I run an ambulatory surgery center. Looking forward to this trip very much!!

Lisa

Great idea Lisa!

I'm Monica. This will be my 4th DCL cruise (no other cruise line). Live outside of Orlando *YEAH* 38yo. Corporate Travel agent and seasonal CM at Epcot.

[mishoe01]

Still lots of snow in DC!! It is so pretty. Tonight we went to the Lighting of the National Christmas Tree. They place it in the Presidental Park rigth next to the White House. We were so close that your could almost throw a stone and hit the White House. Then each state (and DC and territories) has a tree. This years theme is the National Parks. Each state decorates the tree with National State Park stuff.

President and Mrs Bush were there and lit the tree. They have Sarah Evans and several proformers from NY Broadway. Santa and Mrs. Claus also made an appearance. It was so COLD!! All of our toes felt like they were going to freeze off!!

I will try and post some pictures tomorrow. It really was a special night. I would never have done this if Vanessa had not been here!! I have lived in DC for 50 years....kinda sad this is the first time I have made the effort to get the tickets and go.

This sounds great! Glad you had a good time. I know what it's like to live outside of DC (Montgomery County) and not take advantage of all it has too offer.

I'm sure this was fun for Vanessa too.

[disneylover5]

I'll chime in about my family.

As of right now, it is just me (Lisa) and my oldest son (Daniel) (18 years old and a freshman at VA Tech) cruising on this cruise. My other daughters are in 6th and 8th grade. They can't and don't want to miss school. I also have an Exchange Daughter this year from Norway (Vanessa).

My mom lives with us and of course my DH (Don).

We have been on 8-9 Disney cruises (lost count and plan to cruise again at Thanksgiving 08).

[DisneyRN1]

Thanks everyone for the welcome...sounds like a family here. Or maybe a party.:) I can see I have a lot to do in a short time. Looking forward to it already.

disneylover5...I worked at Roanoke Memorial Hospital for almost 30 years. I spent 20 years in the Emergency Department (level one Trauma Center), and during part of that time was a flight nurse with our helicopter. I spent the remainder of the time in outpatient surgery and doing conscious sedation in endoscopy. I am not working currently. I have fibromyalgia and all the associated problems. I haven't given up yet on work,and try to do what I can to stay active and minimize symptoms, and get on with life...like taking cruises:yay: Vicki

[HollyTyler]

You SO impress me!! We have had a broken faucet and basically just keep going to another room to wash our hands!
:lmao: OH, don't be impressed! I have absolutely no idea what I'm doing....I just have to try! But I haven't gone out to buy the propane torch yet. I'm checking with all my friends who have husbands to see if I can find a husband nice enough to come do it for me....or at least let me borrow their stuff and tell me how to use it. :thumbsup2

[mishoe01]

:lmao: OH, don't be impressed! I have absolutely no idea what I'm doing....I just have to try! But I haven't gone out to buy the propane torch yet. I'm checking with all my friends who have husbands to see if I can find a husband nice enough to come do it for me....or at least let me borrow their stuff and tell me how to use it. :thumbsup2


Good luck with this Holly.....I do miss those days of calling the landlord too!

[disneylover5]

This sounds great! Glad you had a good time. I know what it's like to live outside of DC (Montgomery County) and not take advantage of all it has too offer.

I'm sure this was fun for Vanessa too.

It is just so cold here right now.....even Vaneesa was really cold!! We were laughing at her as she is supposed to hardy and used to the cold as she is from Norway. She was thrilled to see President and Mrs. Bush. They were very close to us.

President Bush was thanking several people and he said to Santa (who had Mrs Claus next to him) "well Santa, one thing you and I have in common is that we both married great woman!" I thought that was a really nice thing to say!!

[disneylover5]

Thanks everyone for the welcome...sounds like a family here. Or maybe a party.:) I can see I have a lot to do in a short time. Looking forward to it already.

disneylover5...I worked at Roanoke Memorial Hospital for almost 30 years. I spent 20 years in the Emergency Department (level one Trauma Center), and during part of that time was a flight nurse with our helicopter. I spent the remainder of the time in outpatient surgery and doing conscious sedation in endoscopy. I am not working currently. I have fibromyalgia and all the associated problems. I haven't given up yet on work,and try to do what I can to stay active and minimize symptoms, and get on with life...like taking cruises:yay: Vicki

Didn't they take several of the kids who were shot in Blacksburg on April 16th to your hospital?

My Sister-in-law has fibromyalgia. I know it is so difficult to manage.

[mishoe01]

I'm going to sign off for the night....have a good evening!

And as Deb would say....sweet Mickey dreams! :goodvibes

[HollyTyler]

I'm going to sign off for the night....have a good evening!

And as Deb would say....sweet Mickey dreams! :goodvibes
Goodnight Monica! I'm off to bed too. 18 rolls of Smarties tonight and I suspect going to bed is the only way I can make myself stop eating them. :lmao:

[Tigger1221]

Here is a picture of our Mickey wreath! We made it last year.
http://i25.photobucket.com/albums/c76/JillGlass/CatsandTreeDec2007002.jpg

[HollyTyler]

Here is a picture of our Mickey wreath! We made it last year.
http://i25.photobucket.com/albums/c76/JillGlass/CatsandTreeDec2007002.jpg
Oh, I love it! And I see your cat likes it too! ;) Very cute!

[calmom]

Oh, Lisa, the tree lighting sounds so nice! Ditto! It really makes me want to come back East...I love being in the snow for the holidays.

One other thought about the Lighting of the National Christmas Tree. We sang lots of Carols. one Carol surprised me..."Go Tell it on the Mountain" and one line is "that Jesus Christ is born"

I am thrilled they sang it. But it surprised me as this is Government property and how Politcally Correct our world is now.....

But I am surprised someone has sued, imagine a Christmas Tree on Government property........
This is such a good point! I am going to bring a tree to my work - what can they say if the government does it!!!
Great idea Lisa!

I'm Monica. This will be my 4th DCL cruise (no other cruise line). Live outside of Orlando *YEAH* 38yo. Corporate Travel agent and seasonal CM at Epcot.
I forgot with my intro to include Nan's DH as one of the nice attorneys too...I'm sure there are more out there, although I personally have met quite a few with the personality of a turnip! Not sure what a turnip's personality would be but for some reason it came to mind.

:lmao: OH, don't be impressed! I have absolutely no idea what I'm doing....I just have to try! But I haven't gone out to buy the propane torch yet. I'm checking with all my friends who have husbands to see if I can find a husband nice enough to come do it for me....or at least let me borrow their stuff and tell me how to use it. :thumbsup2
And if you find that type of husband, can you send him over my way???:laughing: He could teach my DH a lesson or two! He grew up with a family that always had other people come fix things...my dad was an hands on type, but I never paid much of attention. So now we are left with neither of us knowing how to change certain light bulbs! I'm serious, there are some complicated ones out there!!:lmao:

Watching Tivo Amazing Race with my eldest DS. He loves this show. Lisa

[calmom]

Am I the only one still up? I think I'll go back and vote some more for DS...Lisa

[woody73]

My DH and I just returned today from the 4 night Wonder, and while on board we booked the Westbound Panama cruise.
Welcome!

Woody

[LisaG520]

WELCOME!

Not us! The pools are always so crowded. We walk around the ship and check things out. Being that my DH hasn't been on a DCL cruise my DGS is planning on giving him a tour. We are always in our cabin and unpacked by the LB drill so all we have to do after is to hit the deck for the party!


Not us either! Our last cruise we actually took a nap after lunch and before the lifeboat drill.

Hey to all.. I just booked this cruise yesterday.. so I am just stopping over to say hello to everyone... :goodvibes

Hi,
My DH and I just returned today from the 4 night Wonder, and while on board we booked the Westbound Panama cruise. They said the had just had a block of rooms open up. We are booked for main dining, Cat 5 room, and I think we got a special rate for booking while already on a cruise. I am new to this board, but found the Wonder board so helpful. Since I am late getting here, I don't know if I will get through all 1000+ pages.:) , but am wondering if there is any place to get a lot of the info anyhow. We are so excited about going thru the canal. I will appreciate any info anyone has. We have only been on the Wonder just now, and a Carnival cruise about 20 years ago. We are older..my DH is a young 60, and I am a sometimes young;) 52year old. Thanks.....Vicki

Welcome everyone!

This cruise is me (Lisa) and DH (Darrell). I turn 41 during the cruise and we celebrate our 17th anniversary during the cruise too. We currently live in San Diego, but are both from PA originally. DH is an archaeologist for the Navy and I'm a System Admin. This is our 4th cruise - all have been DCL.

[nskjerven]

if you are going to the Space Center why stay at the airport?

Hence my question, is it too much to do in one day?

We are staying at Hyatt MCO to take the Hummerzine to port with our Diser friends :goodvibes

[nskjerven]

We spent the entire day at the KSC, arriving directly after we disembarked from the Magic and picked up our car at the Radisson. The complex opened at 9:00 AM and closed at 6:00 PM. Depending on when the Pirate and Princess event starts, you may be able to do both as it takes about 45 minutes back to WDW.

http://www.kennedyspacecenter.com/visitKSC/index.asp

We purchased internet tickets at this site: http://www.kennedyspacecentertours.net/tours/tourDetail.cfm?tour_id=1904

There are so many things to do, such as tour Kennedy Space Center, visit the Astronaut Hall of Fame, have lunch with an Astronaut and take the NASA Up-Close guided tour.

The Complex admission tour includes This day at Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex includes the Kennedy Space Center Tour of NASA's Launch Headquarters, two IMAX films, all shows and exhibits, and a visit to the Astronaut Hall of Fame. The tour includes stops at the four-story LC-39 Observation Gantry where you get a bird's eye view of the Space Shuttle launch pads and parts of the world's busiest space launch facility.

The second tour stop is the acclaimed Apollo/Saturn V Center, where you will walk beneath a massive Saturn V rocket, relive Neil Armstrong's first steps on the moon, and experience the thunderous rumble of a Saturn V moon rocket lift off.

Your day continues with IMAX movie screenings of "The Dream is Alive," where you experience life in space, or "Space Station 3-D," which takes you on a virtual trip to the International Space Station in a fully immersive big-screen environment.

You may also enjoy the many other shows and exhibits at the Visitor Complex, including a chance to meet a real astronaut at the Astronaut Encounter Show, and enjoy the zany live-action show "Mad Mission to Mars 2025."

The day is topped off with a visit to the Astronaut Hall of Fame, located at the entrance to the Kennedy Space Center. This attraction features the world's largest collection of personal astronaut mementos, historic spacecraft, one-of-a-kind space legacies, and hands-on activities. You may site in a mission control console, take a virtual moonwalk, feel the pull of 4 Gs in the G-Force Simulator, and land a Space Shuttle.

This ticket allows you to do everything in one day or break up your Kennedy Space Center experience over two consecutive days.

Each guided NASA Up Close tour is narrated by a space program expert, who shares in-depth and often little-known space facts during the 90-minute "mission" past the following areas: Space Shuttle Launch Pads A and B, The International Space Station Center, The Vehicle Assembly Building (VAB), Shuttle Landing Facility, Crawler Transporter and Crawlerway.

The GK's wanted to do lunch with an astronaut which we throughly enjoyed though the food was not as good as on board the Magic. This lunch includes the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex Admission Ticket. What was the most fun was listening to all the questions the kids asked the astronaut who in our case was Tom Jones. We bought his book and had it autographed to both John and I.
http://www.thespaceagency.org/bios/jones.html

Hope this helps.

Noel

Thank you darling, just what I needed :goodvibes


You SO impress me!! We have had a broken faucet and basically just keep going to another room to wash our hands!

I see this for some reason and have to laugh....:lmao: :lmao: :lmao:

I was referring to laundry that you send in...me personally, I have a hard time doing laundry at home let alone on vacation. Our nanny had to go to Mexico unexpectedly and I am looking at this pile of laundry and going WHAT?? My pet peeve...just can't do it. If it were up to me, I'd vote for disposable clothing - I know, not a good idea for the environment!!

I'm with ya, I think I see a new venture...disposable clothing for busy and laundry hating moms. Having the launfry done by the nanny was the best part of having a nanny...ok, just kidding but it was really high on my list too. :rolleyes1


Never was in a sorority at Santa Clara University. Many of my friends were...something about not being able to have a beer in my home turned me off :-) But they all said I could cheat, but didn't want to trust that!! Being a 20 year old and all...

Lisa

Did we already have the what year conversation? I'm getting really bad that I can't even remember what we talked about here less than a year ago....Paul when to Santa Clara, 1983-86 under grad and '92 Law school

Goodnight Monica! I'm off to bed too. 18 rolls of Smarties tonight and I suspect going to bed is the only way I can make myself stop eating them. :lmao:

smarties...yum....I have a suprise for you I need you to pm me your address....might be our secret fishmail item...:rolleyes1


I forgot with my intro to include Nan's DH as one of the nice attorneys too...I'm sure there are more out there, although I personally have met quite a few with the personality of a turnip! Not sure what a turnip's personality would be but for some reason it came to mind.

turnip, yup I've met those attorneys too :lmao:


And if you find that type of husband, can you send him over my way???:laughing: He could teach my DH a lesson or two! He grew up with a family that always had other people come fix things...my dad was an hands on type, but I never paid much of attention. So now we are left with neither of us knowing how to change certain light bulbs! I'm serious, there are some complicated ones out there!!:lmao:

Watching Tivo Amazing Race with my eldest DS. He loves this show. Lisa

Paul's grandfather was not impressed that 2 more grandchildren decided to follow their Uncle Dick (Paul's dad) into the field of law. When one of the nieces was getting married to yet an another attorney, Grandpa is quoted as saying can't we get a good mechanic in this family, we have enough darn lawyers....:lmao: :lmao: :lmao: Grandpa owned the local garage that was known in the farming town in North Dakota for always being able to get the tractor back on the farm. He could custom make whatever was needed in the way of parts. Paul often talks of wishing he could have gone to engineering school instead of law school. the grass is always greener...

Wilson just wandered in and asked if he could read me one page. so sweet. Paul and he read every night together. I'm so glad they have their special time together and once in a while I get to have a little glimspe of that. :love:

Time for nite nite.

[EllaEnchanted]

love it! I got my Xmas dress from Coldwater creek for our Xmas 2005 cruise that looks kinda like it, but in green.

Here is my teal dress. It has a shawl overlay.

http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a175/nskjerven/3c597451.jpg



Nan, your dress looks beautiful, I especially like the shawl!

:cutie: :cutie: :cutie:

[HollyTyler]

Good morning everybody! Busy day ahead of me. My boss told me on my way out the door yesterday a bunch of things he wants done first thing in the morning. Then, still trying to get caught up from being off last week. This morning I had to shovel for the first time this winter! But, many of you have seen pics of my house and how close together the houses in my neighborhood are, so there's not much to shovel, so it wasn't a big deal. :guilty: And we only got 2 inches. I really could go without shoveling because it's not going to be a problem to walk through or drive through, but my neighbors on each side did theirs before I woke up, so it would look silly if I left mine undone. :rolleyes:

So, off to work in a few minutes. Then a bunch of running around afterwards. Have a great day all!

[lillygator]

good morning!!
I am working until about noon, then heading home to pack! Did all the laundry last night but no packing. I bet it is cold in Orlando...it's chilly here!

[EllaEnchanted]

Hey to all.. I just booked this cruise yesterday.. so I am just stopping over to say hello to everyone... :goodvibes


Welcome Bonnielynn....we're a fun and friendly bunch....glad you're joining us!!!!

:goodvibes :goodvibes :goodvibes

[lillygator]

we are meeting at Boma, 4:30 I believe. Then Epcot has extra magic hours tonight.

[EllaEnchanted]

http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b373/lillygator/new/bitten_handbag_blue_nautical.jpg

here's the bag.
I also got anchor earrings and a necklace but they look a little juvenile.

V....I love this bag....it's perfect for excursions too! Can you give me a link to the place where you bought it?

Have a great time with all the Geeks at WDW!!!!!

:wizard: :wizard: :wizard:

[lillygator]

I got it off Ebay....:)

[Skylarr29]

I'm so disappointed right now because my boss will not guarantee that I can have the two weeks off for the cruise:sad1: I told him I need to know by Feb 10th, but the wait will kill me I think. Now, I also don't know what to do about booking flights etc! So bummed. :sad2:

[lillygator]

Haley was a bit upset that we weren't going straight to see Sophie.

[lillygator]

I'm so disappointed right now because my boss will not guarantee that I can have the two weeks off for the cruise:sad1: I told him I need to know by Feb 10th, but the wait will kill me I think. Now, I also don't know what to do about booking flights etc! So bummed. :sad2:
oh no!!!

[gydell]

Hence my question, is it too much to do in one day?

We are staying at Hyatt MCO to take the Hummerzine to port with our Diser friends :goodvibes

If you are coming in on Friday I would not do both. Thursday may be a different story, but I would rather just do one and be relaxed for Sat.

[LisaG520]

I'm so disappointed right now because my boss will not guarantee that I can have the two weeks off for the cruise:sad1: I told him I need to know by Feb 10th, but the wait will kill me I think. Now, I also don't know what to do about booking flights etc! So bummed. :sad2:

That's a bummer he won't let you know now.

Not everyone has booked their flights yet so you aren't behind on the planning. (I just booked our hotel for the night before the cruise 2 days ago.) We won't book our airfare until a week or 2 before final payment - since we need to get insurance before we make our final payment.

[LisaG520]

Hence my question, is it too much to do in one day?

We are staying at Hyatt MCO to take the Hummerzine to port with our Diser friends :goodvibes

We are thinking of going to the Space Center on Friday. But it will depend on what time we get in. We are staying at the Radission Friday night. There are a bunch of us at the port going to Grill's for dinner on Friday night - I hope I got the restaurant name right.

[EllaEnchanted]

is most everyone planning on the pool upon boarding? Well, after lunch, John would never miss the buffet!

YES!!! We will be going straight to the pool and get my BBC!!!! I can't wait! It's my favorite thing to do on the boat and I'll start with that first. We usually get food at the table by the pool....chicken fingers are the best! I love jumping into the pool when I'm the only one in it!

:thumbsup2 :thumbsup2 :thumbsup2

[scottishwee35]

We are thinking of going to the Space Center on Friday. But it will depend on what time we get in. We are staying at the Radission Friday night. There are a bunch of us at the port going to Grill's for dinner on Friday night - I hope I got the restaurant name right.

You mean that for May08?

If so, we will be arriving on Thursday 8th May and stay at Raddison for two nights. Two men and my son will got to Space Center on Friday. But me and Alison, my daughter stay at the hotel - relax day. Don't know about Grill's for dinner as it sound good. Maybe we join in to get know together before going on the Cruise.

Scottishwee35:thumbsup2

[readyalready]

I think we may actually get to go on this cruise. We were going to cancel (oops, forgot to call) and went on the Halloween cruise instead. DH kept saying he could handle 2 weeks but didn't think he had the vacation time. This morning he said he added up all his carryover and days for next year and we were going to Panama! Then he asked if this was the reservation with a verandah (nope)...

We're baaaaack.....

[EllaEnchanted]

Hi,
My DH and I just returned today from the 4 night Wonder, and while on board we booked the Westbound Panama cruise. They said the had just had a block of rooms open up. We are booked for main dining, Cat 5 room, and I think we got a special rate for booking while already on a cruise. I am new to this board, but found the Wonder board so helpful. Since I am late getting here, I don't know if I will get through all 1000+ pages.:) , but am wondering if there is any place to get a lot of the info anyhow. We are so excited about going thru the canal. I will appreciate any info anyone has. We have only been on the Wonder just now, and a Carnival cruise about 20 years ago. We are older..my DH is a young 60, and I am a sometimes young;) 52year old. Thanks.....Vicki

Hi Vicki....glad you're joining us....check page one for info and just jump in now....don't worry about the previous pages.

:banana: :banana: :banana:

[scottishwee35]

I'm so disappointed right now because my boss will not guarantee that I can have the two weeks off for the cruise:sad1: I told him I need to know by Feb 10th, but the wait will kill me I think. Now, I also don't know what to do about booking flights etc! So bummed. :sad2:

Oh dear, sound like similar problem which I had few months ago.

I was nervous because we did booking the flight before I wrote to my boss. I know it was wrong but as it is a long flight as the prices went up, up.

My boss never answer me and I was so scared to ask her if turn out she said NO. I was calm and upset too. I got it okay by last month and I had to get up early morning and went to the queue as first come and first serve. I was 3rd in queue and I knew myself it will be okay. YES, I got it.

Maybe you should write a nice letter and explain to your boss that you are going away to special cruise to see panama canal something like that.

I am sure it will be okay, I send you pixiedust: and hope everything go well.

Where are you come from? Amercia?

Scottishwee35

[EllaEnchanted]

WELCOME!!!



All I know is that the first thing we're doing is EATING! I can't wait to start munching on cruise food.



Welcome!!!


It looks like maybe a large group cancelled since we had so many rooms open up and so many newcomers joining.

DH and I are getting decent news about his job situation, so we shouldn't have to cancel this cruise after all.:banana:

Ginamarie....that is such GREAT news! I'm so happy everything is working out for you! You would have been very missed!

:cheer2: :cheer2: :cheer2:

[lillygator]

of course when I am trying to leave early...all kinds of things crop up!

[scottishwee35]

YES!!! We will be going straight to the pool and get my BBC!!!! I can't wait! It's my favorite thing to do on the boat and I'll start with that first. We usually get food at the table by the pool....chicken fingers are the best! I love jumping into the pool when I'm the only one in it!

:thumbsup2 :thumbsup2 :thumbsup2

Hello EllaEchanted

what is BBC!!!:confused:

How are you? Good photo of you and Marilyn well. I think she is flying home by this weekend not sure if tom or Monday?

By the way, I am sorry to hear about your family problem. I am sure that you and John will have a lovely Christmas, you won't be nervous, just relax with dog Angel? too.

Ohh, I cannot wait to get on the Cruise once again in May and have a buffet too and nice cocktail too :thumbsup2

Scottishwee35:thumbsup2

[mishoe01]

of course when I am trying to leave early...all kinds of things crop up!


V-up to what time do you guys think you'll be at Boma's? I think I'll swing by after work if you may be there.

Drive safely!

BTW - I'm doing Candlelight Sunday night in case you guys are around.

[EllaEnchanted]

I got it off Ebay....:)

I should have known! What a great find!

:cool1: :cool1: :cool1:

[mishoe01]

I think we may actually get to go on this cruise. We were going to cancel (oops, forgot to call) and went on the Halloween cruise instead. DH kept saying he could handle 2 weeks but didn't think he had the vacation time. This morning he said he added up all his carryover and days for next year and we were going to Panama! Then he asked if this was the reservation with a verandah (nope)...

We're baaaaack.....

So glad you "forgot" to call!

:welcome: :jumping1: :welcome:

[EllaEnchanted]

I'm so disappointed right now because my boss will not guarantee that I can have the two weeks off for the cruise:sad1: I told him I need to know by Feb 10th, but the wait will kill me I think. Now, I also don't know what to do about booking flights etc! So bummed. :sad2:

Hi Melissa, how aweful! Now you have to wait. I would be his best buddy....your boss....for the next few months. Maybe he'll give you his answer earlier.

:confused3 :confused3 :confused3

[EllaEnchanted]

We are thinking of going to the Space Center on Friday. But it will depend on what time we get in. We are staying at the Radission Friday night. There are a bunch of us at the port going to Grill's for dinner on Friday night - I hope I got the restaurant name right.

You got the name right Lisa....now we just have to find it again!

John decided we're flying, not driving so we're coming into Sanford and picking up a car and driving to the hotel. That kind of kills our day on Friday. Then getting to meet at Grills. Were we going to dinner on Fri night or Sat night? I thought we picked Sat night? Oh well....we can firm it up as days get closer.

Sat is mani and pedi and Ron Johns....our favorite store in Cocoa Beach.

:hippie: :hippie: :hippie:

[EllaEnchanted]

I think we may actually get to go on this cruise. We were going to cancel (oops, forgot to call) and went on the Halloween cruise instead. DH kept saying he could handle 2 weeks but didn't think he had the vacation time. This morning he said he added up all his carryover and days for next year and we were going to Panama! Then he asked if this was the reservation with a verandah (nope)...

We're baaaaack.....


Which Halloween cruise were you on? We were on the 4 night. Our grandkids made friends with a boy from Denver....I think his name was Alex. I have a pic of him dressed up for halloween, I'll post it. Wouldn't it be a small world indeed if that was your son!?!

http://i163.photobucket.com/albums/t310/EllaEnchanted00/cruisinanddising005.jpg

:goodvibes :goodvibes :goodvibes

[EllaEnchanted]

Hello EllaEchanted

what is BBC!!!:confused:

How are you? Good photo of you and Marilyn well. I think she is flying home by this weekend not sure if tom or Monday?

By the way, I am sorry to hear about your family problem. I am sure that you and John will have a lovely Christmas, you won't be nervous, just relax with dog Angel? too.

Ohh, I cannot wait to get on the Cruise once again in May and have a buffet too and nice cocktail too :thumbsup2

Scottishwee35:thumbsup2

Hi Deborah....a BBC is a Baileys Banana Colada....it's heavenly! It's so filling you could skip lunch!

We're going to see Sandi and Joe this weekend. John and I talked about it and I'm going to take his lead and keep my mouth shut for a change. He's going to be cordial and friendly to them both and tell Sandi how much he loves her and leave it at that. No lies!!!!

Angel is being such a bad girl lately. She keeps chasing Ella. Since it will only be four of us for Christmas dinner, John said maybe we'll go out to eat. Are places open on Christmas?

:cutie: :cutie: :cutie:

[1Grumpy John]

You got the name right Lisa....now we just have to find it again!

John decided we're flying, not driving so we're coming into Sanford and picking up a car and driving to the hotel. That kind of kills our day on Friday. Then getting to meet at Grills. Were we going to dinner on Fri night or Sat night? I thought we picked Sat night? Oh well....we can firm it up as days get closer.

Sat is mani and pedi and Ron Johns....our favorite store in Cocoa Beach.

:hippie: :hippie: :hippie:

We leave here Thursday at 8:00am arriving in Orlando at 10:30am I thought that was so we could DO the space center this time. Fri. night at Grill's with the gang. Sat. on the boat!!!

[1Grumpy John]

BTW Good Morning Sweetie. just on for a minute:thumbsup2 :thumbsup2 :hug: :hug:

[scottishwee35]

Hi Deborah....a BBC is a Baileys Banana Colada....it's heavenly! It's so filling you could skip lunch!

We're going to see Sandi and Joe this weekend. John and I talked about it and I'm going to take his lead and keep my mouth shut for a change. He's going to be cordial and friendly to them both and tell Sandi how much he loves her and leave it at that. No lies!!!!

Angel is being such a bad girl lately. She keeps chasing Ella. Since it will only be four of us for Christmas dinner, John said maybe we'll go out to eat. Are places open on Christmas?

:cutie: :cutie: :cutie:

wow BBC - Baileys Banana Colada - I never heard of it but sound nice:banana: As I drank some cocktails last Cruise as some of it was lovely.

My favourite is Pina Colada:love:

Oh dear Angel is a bad girl like my daughter is a bad behaivour recently phew.

My friend Alison said that my daughter have full of beans!!

On Christmas day, surely some restaurant are opening like Hotel, also chinese take away available at tea time. My friend never like Turkey etc always have chinese take away on Xmas Day!:scared1:

I love Turkey for Xmas day!! Special dinner for Xmas, just four of us as my friend still not sure to come or not, my brother got a new girlfriend and think not coming to our for Xmas. Oh well, just us more romance day!!:love:

By the way, how far from Raddison to Grill?

Scottishwee35:thumbsup2

[lillygator]

ok, I am off...have a great weekend everyone!

[EllaEnchanted]

We leave here Thursday at 8:00am arriving in Orlando at 10:30am I thought that was so we could DO the space center this time. Fri. night at Grill's with the gang. Sat. on the boat!!!

Yup, you're right....too many cruises, too many dates to keep in mind....HA HA HE HE!!!

I better double check the flight info and make sure it's for the right date. Oh, are we doing the Space Center this time? Fri at Grills with anyone who wants to come.....can you find it again??? Sat on the boat. Last cruise we boarded on Sun so I'm all confused.

OK got it now!

:rotfl2: :rotfl2: :rotfl2:

[1Grumpy John]

I was quoting the times right off the Res. E-mail so you got it right:thumbsup2 And I like Debora's idea for Chinese take out for Christmas.:rotfl2: :rotfl2:

[EllaEnchanted]

wow BBC - Baileys Banana Colada - I never heard of it but sound nice:banana: As I drank some cocktails last Cruise as some of it was lovely.

My favourite is Pina Colada:love:

Then you are going to LOVE a BBC...you must try one, especially poolside...only DCL makes them! And they're sooooooo good!!!

Oh dear Angel is a bad girl like my daughter is a bad behaivour recently phew.

Good luck with your daughter if her attitude is anything like Angel's, you have really got your hands full!!!!

My friend Alison said that my daughter have full of beans!!

On Christmas day, surely some restaurant are opening like Hotel, also chinese take away available at tea time. My friend never like Turkey etc always have chinese take away on Xmas Day!:scared1:

Good Idea to go to a Hotel! I have a favorite restaurant in one nearby, so I'll check them out. Thanks!

I love Turkey for Xmas day!! Special dinner for Xmas, just four of us as my friend still not sure to come or not, my brother got a new girlfriend and think not coming to our for Xmas. Oh well, just us more romance day!!:love:

By the way, how far from Raddison to Grill?

It's not far, it's on the water near the port, but there's a lot of backroads and turns when you get near the port. We'll have a car rental, so will Lisa and Darrell and they're staying at the Radisson. We can share a ride if you would like.



Scottishwee35:thumbsup2


:cool2: :cool2: :cool2:

[1Grumpy John]

Yup, you're right....too many cruises, too many dates to keep in mind....HA HA HE HE!!!

I better double check the flight info and make sure it's for the right date. Oh, are we doing the Space Center this time? Fri at Grills with anyone who wants to come.....can you find it again??? Sat on the boat. Last cruise we boarded on Sun so I'm all confused.

OK got it now!

:rotfl2: :rotfl2: :rotfl2:
Yes I can find Grills again its easy now

[EllaEnchanted]

I was quoting the times right off the Res. E-mail so you got it right:thumbsup2 And I like Debora's idea for Chinese take out for Christmas.:rotfl2: :rotfl2:

How about we do Chinese take out Christmas eve at the hotel and then do Evergreens at the Clarion for Christmas Day???

:thumbsup2 :thumbsup2 :thumbsup2

[EllaEnchanted]

Can you tell that DH's favorite is Chinese and my favorite is Italian and the hotel has the best chicken parm I've ever had!!!

:lmao: :lmao: :lmao:

[EllaEnchanted]

Sweetie, I have to go to Mrs. Bush's this afternoon to pay for Ray. I can't do it tomorrow coz the office will not be open and I have to sign more papers for him plus get the new amount due for the private room. I figured I'd leave here at 1pm....no snow yet so I should be ok getting back up the driveway.

:wizard: :wizard: :wizard:

[fourmcds]

Sweetie, I have to go to Mrs. Bush's this afternoon to pay for Ray. I can't do it tomorrow coz the office will not be open and I have to sign more papers for him plus get the new amount due for the private room. I figured I'd leave here at 1pm....no snow yet so I should be ok getting back up the driveway.

:wizard: :wizard: :wizard:

I love how you guys chat on the DIS with plans, soooo cute! :goodvibes :cutie:

Well, Scott and I spent all night (not really) on line looking at rental homes in the area and we are off to the Hood Canal for the weekend in a 3 bedroom log cabin on 10 acres. It isn't the Oregon Coast, but I am sure we will still have a blast and now the 3 dogs can come too (we have 2 and our friends have 1). So, no school for the kids and we get a weekend away!

Have a great weekend everyone!

Welcome to all just joining!

V .... have a great time!

Monica...thanks for sharing the pics.

[EllaEnchanted]

I love how you guys chat on the DIS with plans, soooo cute! :goodvibes :cutie:

Well, Scott and I spent all night (not really) on line looking at rental homes in the area and we are off to the Hood Canal for the weekend in a 3 bedroom log cabin on 10 acres. It isn't the Oregon Coast, but I am sure we will still have a blast and now the 3 dogs can come too (we have 2 and our friends have 1). So, no school for the kids and we get a weekend away!

Have a great weekend everyone!

Welcome to all just joining!

V .... have a great time!

Monica...thanks for sharing the pics.


Kaylee, so glad you found someplace else you could go to get away for the weekend. Have a great time and we want to see pics!!!

Monica...I loved the pics too....you guys look like you had a great time....lots of laughs. I can't wait to meet Jackie and I'm sorry that Peg had to cancel. Glad you got to meet both together.

Kaylee...me and John's banter...it's easier than a phone call when we're both on here at the same time. Thanks for indulging us!!!

:yay: :yay: :yay:

[gydell]

You got the name right Lisa....now we just have to find it again!

John decided we're flying, not driving so we're coming into Sanford and picking up a car and driving to the hotel. That kind of kills our day on Friday. Then getting to meet at Grills. Were we going to dinner on Fri night or Sat night? I thought we picked Sat night? Oh well....we can firm it up as days get closer.

Sat is mani and pedi and Ron Johns....our favorite store in Cocoa Beach.

:hippie: :hippie: :hippie:

If you're at Grills on Sat night we'll wave to you from the ship!

[mishoe01]

Kaylee-- so glad you guys were able to find something for the quick getaway...AND you can take ALL members of your family!

Have a great time, and drive safe.


Deb - I also love the fact that you & John chat on the DIS :)

[EllaEnchanted]

Sweetie, I have to go to Mrs. Bush's this afternoon to pay for Ray. I can't do it tomorrow coz the office will not be open and I have to sign more papers for him plus get the new amount due for the private room. I figured I'd leave here at 1pm....no snow yet so I should be ok getting back up the driveway.

:wizard: :wizard: :wizard:

Forget about that idea....it JUST started snowing and the driveway is already all white....I would be out for about an hour and I wouldn't be able to get back up and I'm not walking....too far uphill!!!!

I'll have to call and tell them I'll do it on Monday.

:confused: :confused: :confused:

[EllaEnchanted]

If you're at Grills on Sat night we'll wave to you from the ship!

:lmao: :lmao: :lmao:
:rotfl2: :rotfl2: :rotfl2:

OMG! Wouldn't that be a disaster!!! Thank goodness someone in this family knows what is going on!

:dance3: :dance3: :dance3:

[EllaEnchanted]

Kaylee-- so glad you guys were able to find something for the quick getaway...AND you can take ALL members of your family!

Have a great time, and drive safe.


Deb - I also love the fact that you & John chat on the DIS :)

Sometimes even in the same house....:rotfl2: :rotfl2: :rotfl2:

[EllaEnchanted]

Just heard on the news that there was a shooting in the Allentown PA mall....that's right in my neighborhood. What is going on???

:scared: :scared: :scared:

[lillygator]

so we haven't left yet. John's boss called him and said not to make the schedule yet and finally just called him back with some changes. I couldn't find my sneaker, and yes, I only have one pair. I hope we get there in time!

[lillygator]

always something. He can't sneak out like I can.

[lillygator]

at least it has given me a bit of time to pack. and do another load of laundry!

[lillygator]

a deposit is due today on the 09 cruise but I think I am going to let it go and then maybe if funds are availble rebook onboard next year.

[lillygator]

you guys all behave in here....we'll be back Sunday....and go Tebow for Heisman!!!

[nskjerven]

I'm so disappointed right now because my boss will not guarantee that I can have the two weeks off for the cruise:sad1: I told him I need to know by Feb 10th, but the wait will kill me I think. Now, I also don't know what to do about booking flights etc! So bummed. :sad2:

Sorry to hear and good luck and PD from me too.


If you are coming in on Friday I would not do both. Thursday may be a different story, but I would rather just do one and be relaxed for Sat.

We fly in on Thursday and we have 15 days to relax...me I'm on the go, that's the way I vaca!!! (and drag my poor family with me....:lmao: :lmao: )

You mean that for May08?

If so, we will be arriving on Thursday 8th May and stay at Raddison for two nights. Two men and my son will got to Space Center on Friday. But me and Alison, my daughter stay at the hotel - relax day. Don't know about Grill's for dinner as it sound good. Maybe we join in to get know together before going on the Cruise.

Scottishwee35:thumbsup2

Are you sure you and DD won't want to go? Molly is really looking forward to it :goodvibes


Well, Scott and I spent all night (not really) on line looking at rental homes in the area and we are off to the Hood Canal for the weekend in a 3 bedroom log cabin on 10 acres. It isn't the Oregon Coast, but I am sure we will still have a blast and now the 3 dogs can come too (we have 2 and our friends have 1). So, no school for the kids and we get a weekend away!


Glad you found a get away, it's rotten when plans fall thru, but better when you can patch them up!

Working like a fiend still...3 clients all needing urgent attention!!!

I've got a chiropractor and massage appt at 11:45 today, (3 time this week) this shoulder has been in pain since last Saturday... soon I'm going to have to go to my sports med doc and get a PT script.
Chiro is out of pocket :scared1:

[LiserAnn]

One other thought about the Lighting of the National Christmas Tree. We sang lots of Carols. one Carol surprised me..."Go Tell it on the Mountain" and one line is "that Jesus Christ is born"

I am thrilled they sang it. But it surprised me as this is Government property and how Politcally Correct our world is now.....

But I am surprised someone has sued, imagine a Christmas Tree on Government property........

Here's an interesting tidbit which actually surprised me given, like you say, we live in a PC world and everyone tries to avoid stepping on anyone's feelings...today I volunteered in my son's kinder class. They were making poinsetta flowers and she said "I'm going to explain to you how these came to be a Christmas tradition" and she went on to explain how when Jesus was born people were bringing him gifts from all over and a poor boy didn't have money but wanted to bring baby Jesus something...and the rest I didn't hear because I was helping another mom on the homework packets however I'm assuming it's that he plucked a poinsetta flower the bring to Jesus. But I was shocked when I heard her say "Jesus" because in the PC world we live in and how "God" is being removed from everything, it's unusual to hear a public school teacher say the word "Jesus". I don't have a problem with it, but I'm sure somebody might!!

[Skylarr29]

Thanks for the pixie dust! Just working hard to day, booking vacations! I guess it could be worse, at least I love what I do!

[LiserAnn]

BTW Good Morning Sweetie. just on for a minute:thumbsup2 :thumbsup2 :hug: :hug:

I've said it before and I'll say it again...you guys are so adorable! Seriously!!! :love:

[Ginamarie]

Ginamarie, I am so glad your DHs work problems are working out!! I love ABC News, what does your DH do? How many in your group....(you say a lot of people) and who uses a wheelchair. I have taken my mom on several cruises and she uses a wheelchair. I was surprised how easy it was to use on the ship!!


My DH managers part of the ABC News tape library. He just got a position where he's now in charge of all the digital media storage for the news division. He's also in charge of processing all the election coverage for the 2008 elections.

Let's see, we have 11 in my group: my brother and new bride, and myself and DH are all in our late 20s (though SIL will be 30 right before the cruise and DH turns 30 while we're cruising); my daughter, who will be 2 in April (+stroller); My mom (I won't list her age here ;) ); My sisters Gillian (17) and Giuliette (10); brother Grant (4); and my Grandparents who are in their 80s.

Last time we brought two wheelchairs (one for each grandparent), but I'm not sure if Grandma will want one for this cruise. If so, we'll have two chairs again. Not sure yet how we're getting everyone to the airport!

Here is a picture of our Mickey wreath! We made it last year.
http://i25.photobucket.com/albums/c76/JillGlass/CatsandTreeDec2007002.jpg
How cute!

I got it off Ebay....:)

NO MORE EBAY!!!

I'm so disappointed right now because my boss will not guarantee that I can have the two weeks off for the cruise:sad1: I told him I need to know by Feb 10th, but the wait will kill me I think. Now, I also don't know what to do about booking flights etc! So bummed. :sad2:

Oh no!! I hope they will give you the time off. SIL still isn't sure if she's going to get the weeks off, but she's already put in her request and it SHOULD be granted. My mom has 2 jobs and one already approved her, but the other one is giving her a hard time. She threatened to quit if they don't give her the time off though, so it seems like they're going to bend on it.

We haven't booked airfare yet either. I'm waiting to see what the Jetblue rates are going to be.



How about we do Chinese take out Christmas eve at the hotel and then do Evergreens at the Clarion for Christmas Day???

:thumbsup2 :thumbsup2 :thumbsup2

I've been toying with having Chinese food for Christmas Eve this year. My mom is working and I'm thinking about going completely low key, since it seems we're not going to do the whole big Italian Christmas Eve with all the fish and pasta. I LOVE Italian Christmas eve, but I have no money to afford all the fish this year :( MUST SAVE FOR THE CRUISE!

Just heard on the news that there was a shooting in the Allentown PA mall....that's right in my neighborhood. What is going on???

:scared: :scared: :scared:

Oh, I hope that's not true! That's awful :(

[gydell]

It's going to be a quiet week-end with so many people gone!

[HollyTyler]

I'm so disappointed right now because my boss will not guarantee that I can have the two weeks off for the cruise:sad1: I told him I need to know by Feb 10th, but the wait will kill me I think. Now, I also don't know what to do about booking flights etc! So bummed. :sad2:
YIKES! How stressful for you to not know for sure! I'll keep my fingers & toes crossed for you. :goodvibes

[EllaEnchanted]

I've said it before and I'll say it again...you guys are so adorable! Seriously!!! :love:

Aw Shucks!

Really, thanks for putting up with us and all of our banter!


:flower3: :flower3: :flower3:

[EllaEnchanted]

It's going to be a quiet week-end with so many people gone!

Not if Holly is on and feels like talking!

:lmao: :lmao: :lmao:

[EllaEnchanted]

Ginamarie, I love the names of you and your siblings. What is your brother's name....the one that just got married? How do you pronounce your ten year old sister's name.....Jule-iette or Jill-iette?

Do Chinese food for dinner....you can always do an Italian Christmas eve dinner anytime after cruise. It doesn't have to be Christmas.

:goodvibes :goodvibes :goodvibes

[EllaEnchanted]

We had snow here today so naturally my electric is off again. Been off for about an hour. John should be home in about another hour so he can put the generator on if it's still off then. Somebody probably had an accident and hit a pole and the electric is gone again. I called the electric company to report it and they say it should be back on by 7pm the latest. I hope they're right. Usually it comes back on before the time that they give you....so just about when John is walking in the door.

Poor baby, it's Friday night and he's going to have a long ride home tonight. Plus the snow. Then he has to put the generator on and plow the driveway so we can get out tomorrow. He's going to be one tired puppy.

:cloud9: :cloud9: :cloud9:

[birkner]

Just heard on the news that there was a shooting in the Allentown PA mall....that's right in my neighborhood. What is going on???

:scared: :scared: :scared:


ALLENTOWN, Pa. (AP) — Shots were fired in the parking lot of a shopping mall Friday during an apparent holdup of an armored car, officials said.

People ran into the mall for safety after the gunfire began. Bank of America spokesman Ernesto Anguilla said the shooting was apparently related to an attempted holdup of an armored car.

“None of our associates or customers were injured,” Anguilla said.

Television footage showed three bullet casings in the parking lot of the South Mall, where police converged shortly after 10:30 a.m.

Patty Dudley, a shopper from Macungie, said she was at Stein Mart in the mall when employees ushered her and other customers to the back of the store. They told her something had happened outside and customers could not leave.

“I was just making a return and then I was hiding under a clothing rack,” she told The Morning Call, an Allentown newspaper.

Police officials did not immediately return phone messages. A spokeswoman for the South Mall was being briefed and wasn’t immediately available for comment.

[Ginamarie]

Ginamarie, I love the names of you and your siblings. What is your brother's name....the one that just got married? How do you pronounce your ten year old sister's name.....Jule-iette or Jill-iette?

Do Chinese food for dinner....you can always do an Italian Christmas eve dinner anytime after cruise. It doesn't have to be Christmas.

:goodvibes :goodvibes :goodvibes

My other brother is George. Yeah, we're all G names, so as you can imagine we're always getting called the wrong name by mistake! My sister is pronounced just like Juliet (just with a G). My mom keeps reminding us that there is no "J" in the Italian alphabet, so we just have Italian spelled names.

We had snow here today so naturally my electric is off again. Been off for about an hour. John should be home in about another hour so he can put the generator on if it's still off then. Somebody probably had an accident and hit a pole and the electric is gone again. I called the electric company to report it and they say it should be back on by 7pm the latest. I hope they're right. Usually it comes back on before the time that they give you....so just about when John is walking in the door.

Poor baby, it's Friday night and he's going to have a long ride home tonight. Plus the snow. Then he has to put the generator on and plow the driveway so we can get out tomorrow. He's going to be one tired puppy.

:cloud9: :cloud9: :cloud9:

Ugh, the snow is headed our way! Looks like another weekend when we're not going to be able to rake up all the leaves in our front yard. The neighboors are going to think we're awful, but with the sun going down at 5 pm, and us getting home from work around 7, there's no time to do it during the week.:headache:

[gydell]

Not if Holly is on and feels like talking!

:lmao: :lmao: :lmao:

So true! :rotfl: :rotfl:

[HollyTyler]

Not if Holly is on and feels like talking!

:lmao: :lmao: :lmao:

So true! :rotfl: :rotfl:
Hey now! :rotfl2:

[EllaEnchanted]

ALLENTOWN, Pa. (AP) — Shots were fired in the parking lot of a shopping mall Friday during an apparent holdup of an armored car, officials said.

People ran into the mall for safety after the gunfire began. Bank of America spokesman Ernesto Anguilla said the shooting was apparently related to an attempted holdup of an armored car.

“None of our associates or customers were injured,” Anguilla said.

Television footage showed three bullet casings in the parking lot of the South Mall, where police converged shortly after 10:30 a.m.

Patty Dudley, a shopper from Macungie, said she was at Stein Mart in the mall when employees ushered her and other customers to the back of the store. They told her something had happened outside and customers could not leave.

“I was just making a return and then I was hiding under a clothing rack,” she told The Morning Call, an Allentown newspaper.

Police officials did not immediately return phone messages. A spokeswoman for the South Mall was being briefed and wasn’t immediately available for comment.

Thanks Noel....I'm glad I shop online and don't go to the malls anymore! How scary!

:upsidedow :upsidedow :upsidedow

[HollyTyler]

John & Deb: I'm sitting here enjoying my Chinese take-out dinner! :goodvibes

[EllaEnchanted]

My other brother is George. Yeah, we're all G names, so as you can imagine we're always getting called the wrong name by mistake! My sister is pronounced just like Juliet (just with a G). My mom keeps reminding us that there is no "J" in the Italian alphabet, so we just have Italian spelled names.

I love it...how unique and special....I can imagine what it was like growing up in your family. My family called me Debbie and my older brother is Jimi....growing up my grandmother always called me Jebbie. Now I just use Deb.



Ugh, the snow is headed our way! Looks like another weekend when we're not going to be able to rake up all the leaves in our front yard. The neighboors are going to think we're awful, but with the sun going down at 5 pm, and us getting home from work around 7, there's no time to do it during the week.:headache:

All the leaves will be covered in snow...forget raking this weekend!

:yay: :yay: :yay:

[EllaEnchanted]

John & Deb: I'm sitting here enjoying my Chinese take-out dinner! :goodvibes

Oh No! John's going to want that tonight!

No class for you tonight? I thought this was the long night of classes.

:rolleyes1 :rolleyes1 :rolleyes1

[gydell]

Hey now! :rotfl2:

So what exciting plans do you have for the week-end?

Brent has a swim meet at 8am tomorrow. I don't know why they have to be so early! Then we are going to lunch and after for new shoes. We have dinner plans tomorrow night with the family across the street. Not that I really want to, but kinda have to a couple of times a year. Do not like their daughter! The only child that I have ever met that I can find nothing good to say about. And she's only 8. Almost feel sorry for her as none of the kids have anything to do with her. I blame the parents for most of it.

[gydell]

All the leaves will be covered in snow...forget raking this weekend!

:yay: :yay: :yay:

I am sooooo....glad that we don't get snow!

[EllaEnchanted]

I just called John, he's on the corner getting gas and coke....I'll PM numbers to you soon Lisa.....I told him to use the farm field next door to us to try to get up to the house. Sometimes it's easier than using our driveway. Otherwise, the kid gets to walk up and get the truck then John will plow and then they can drive the car up. Winter! That's why we're heading to the beach for retirement. The winter months are much more tolerable in Delaware. No mountains and much less snow.

Then, we're still in darkness so he has to put the generator on when he gets in. Poor baby. I think he deserves Chinese food tonight.

:love: :love: :love:

[scottishwee35]

Hello Everybody

Holly - You had a chinese take away tonight. yummy yummy

Gydell - Brent is going to swimming tom at 8 am wow.

The weather is absolute freezing brrrzzzzing. Wonder if snow is coming soon.

Glad that I am staying in all weekend and clean the house.

EllaEnchated - Deb - I told my friend Alison about BBC!! She was asking what is it then I told her she said sound lovely!!:thumbsup2 She said that she is looking forward to meeting you all. To be honest, she is daft woman, she always have a good laugh!! I told her to help me conversation, she cannot believe me that I am shy to meet new people:confused3

Scottishwee35

[birkner]

Thanks Noel....I'm glad I shop online and don't go to the malls anymore! How scary!

:upsidedow :upsidedow :upsidedow

Is that mall very far from where you guys live?

[EllaEnchanted]

So I went on ebay to find V's nautical bag because I loved it so much. I found it but none were available. So I bought a different bag from the Bitten line. I love Bitten....it's Sara Jessica Parker's collection and everything is affordably priced. She's got some great casual, everyday clothes and accessories and ebay has lots of them listed. Oh boy. I could get in trouble now.:confused3 :confused3 :confused3

[gydell]

Only cats 9 and 10 are left for our cruise.

[HollyTyler]

Oh No! John's going to want that tonight!

No class for you tonight? I thought this was the long night of classes.

:rolleyes1 :rolleyes1 :rolleyes1
All done with classes. :thumbsup2

[gydell]

So I went on ebay to find V's nautical bag because I loved it so much. I found it but none were available. So I bought a different bag from the Bitten line. I love Bitten....it's Sara Jessica Parker's collection and everything is affordably priced. She's got some great casual, everyday clothes and accessories and ebay has lots of them listed. Oh boy. I could get in trouble now.:confused3 :confused3 :confused3

I usually use a Vera Bradley bag when traveling. They are very light and machine washable. Most of my purses are also Vera Bradley.

[EllaEnchanted]

Is that mall very far from where you guys live?

Everything is relative...in PA 30 miles is right down the road....so the mall is "right down the road" in Allentown, where your nephew is. I have been to that mall a number of times when I used to go to malls. Too close for my comfort.

:banana: :banana: :banana: :banana:

[birkner]

So what exciting plans do you have for the week-end?

Brent has a swim meet at 8am tomorrow. I don't know why they have to be so early! Then we are going to lunch and after for new shoes. We have dinner plans tomorrow night with the family across the street. Not that I really want to, but kinda have to a couple of times a year. Do not like their daughter! The only child that I have ever met that I can find nothing good to say about. And she's only 8. Almost feel sorry for her as none of the kids have anything to do with her. I blame the parents for most of it.

My kids swam in swim meets for years. If the meet started at 8:00 AM, we would always have to be there by 6:30 AM to set up the Ezy-Ups, tents and for the premeet warmup. If it was an away meet, we would have to travel down the night before and get the kids to bed early.

I think the reason they start the meets so early is so the kids can at least have some time to themselves in the afternoons on Saturday and Sunday. The kids would work out before the meet, sleep during the meet and eat like crazy!!

When they swim year round and for the school, gets even more complicated as workouts can start very early, like 5:30 AM. The kids started doing double workouts by the time they were about 10. Our lives were always filled with sports on the weekends, traveling to and from swim meets or other sporting events. Retirement is glorious!!!

[EllaEnchanted]

Hello Everybody

Holly - You had a chinese take away tonight. yummy yummy

Gydell - Brent is going to swimming tom at 8 am wow.

The weather is absolute freezing brrrzzzzing. Wonder if snow is coming soon.

Glad that I am staying in all weekend and clean the house.

EllaEnchated - Deb - I told my friend Alison about BBC!! She was asking what is it then I told her she said sound lovely!!:thumbsup2 She said that she is looking forward to meeting you all. To be honest, she is daft woman, she always have a good laugh!! I told her to help me conversation, she cannot believe me that I am shy to meet new people:confused3

Scottishwee35

No need to be shy around us....we all know each other so well already.

Have you considered joining us at Grills on Fri night before cruise?

:idea: :idea: :idea:

[birkner]

Everything is relative...in PA 30 miles is right down the road....so the mall is "right down the road" in Allentown, where your nephew is. I have been to that mall a number of times when I used to go to malls. Too close for my comfort.

:banana: :banana: :banana: :banana:

Very scary!! I sent an email to my sister-in-law Terry to be sure no one Rob knows is hurt or anything!!

[EllaEnchanted]

All done with classes. :thumbsup2

YEAAAAAA!!!!!! Congratulations on another semister finished! Now it's time to celebrate!

:cool1: :cool1: :cool1:

[HollyTyler]

Watching a funny movie tonight: "I Now Pronounce You Chuck & Larry"! TOO FUNNY!!!!!

[scottishwee35]

No need to be shy around us....we all know each other so well already.

Have you considered joining us at Grills on Fri night before cruise?

:idea: :idea: :idea:

Yes, we will come along to Grills, if you don't mind that 6 of us (4 adults and 2 kids).:thumbsup2 As Alison and Dave are hard of hearing but they speak very well than us but I am speaking too but my husband don't speak but he is very popular with people.

Scottishwee35

[EllaEnchanted]

I usually use a Vera Bradley bag when traveling. They are very light and machine washable. Most of my purses are also Vera Bradley.

Do you have a link or a pic to post?

:cutie: :cutie: :cutie:

[gydell]

My kids swam in swim meets for years. If the meet started at 8:00 AM, we would always have to be there by 6:30 AM to set up the Ezy-Ups, tents and for the premeet warmup. If it was an away meet, we would have to travel down the night before and get the kids to bed early.

I think the reason they start the meets so early is so the kids can at least have some time to themselves in the afternoons on Saturday and Sunday. The kids would work out before the meet, sleep during the meet and eat like crazy!!

When they swim year round and for the school, gets even more complicated as workouts can start very early, like 5:30 AM. The kids started doing double workouts by the time they were about 10. Our lives were always filled with sports on the weekends, traveling to and from swim meets or other sporting events. Retirement is glorious!!!


This is all year round so it's at an indoor pool so at least we don't have to set up like for summer swimming. They let the 6 & unders swim first so we should be through by 10:30. This is my DGS so I am on my second go around!

[HollyTyler]

YEAAAAAA!!!!!! Congratulations on another semister finished! Now it's time to celebrate!

:cool1: :cool1: :cool1:
Thanks! But it's not as exciting as usual because I'm out of student loans and don't even have enough for next semester. So I'm sort of in limbo for a while. :sad2: I had a few meetings with the financial aid advisor, my academic advisor, and the registrar to discuss my options on how I'm going to pay to finish. They're allowing me to take a one year leave of absence while I try to figure out how I'll come up with the remaining $50,000 I'll need to finish. :scared:

[gydell]

http://www.verabradley.com/Site/Store/OurCollection.aspx

Deb - here is the website . They have lots of designs and styles.

[EllaEnchanted]

Yes, we will come along to Grills, if you don't mind that 6 of us (4 adults and 2 kids).:thumbsup2 As Alison and Dave are hard of hearing but they speak very well than us but I am speaking too but my husband don't speak but he is very popular with people.

Scottishwee35

Will you have a car to drive or will you be coming with us. We're renting a convertable and probably won't have room for all six of you. But Lisa and Darrell may be able to bring some of you in their car too. I think Kathe is also coming. We'll figure it out when we get there. I'm so glad you decided to come with us. We'll start our party early.
:wizard: :wizard: :wizard:

[gydell]

Will you have a car to drive or will you be coming with us. We're renting a convertable and probably won't have room for all six of you. But Lisa and Darrell may be able to bring some of you in their car too. I think Kathe is also coming. We'll figure it out when we get there. I'm so glad you decided to come with us. We'll start our party early.

:wizard: :wizard: :wizard:

Well the link didn't work but go to the Vera Bradley web page. They usually go for more on E-bay than what you pay in the stores for them.
What is the head count for Grill's? How many kids?

[EllaEnchanted]

Very scary!! I sent an email to my sister-in-law Terry to be sure no one Rob knows is hurt or anything!!

Please let us know when she responds....just want to make sure everyone is alright.

:thumbsup2 :thumbsup2 :thumbsup2

[HollyTyler]

Sure was nice to pay less than $3/gallon for gas! I paid $2.88 today....pleasant surprise!

[gydell]

Holly - did you ever work out all the details so that you can still go on this cruise? How's it coming with the ex? I'm being nosey tonight so feel free to tell me MYOB!

[EllaEnchanted]

Thanks! But it's not as exciting as usual because I'm out of student loans and don't even have enough for next semester. So I'm sort of in limbo for a while. :sad2: I had a few meetings with the financial aid advisor, my academic advisor, and the registrar to discuss my options on how I'm going to pay to finish. They're allowing me to take a one year leave of absence while I try to figure out how I'll come up with the remaining $50,000 I'll need to finish. :scared:

I'm so sorry to hear that. Ya know, I saw a commercial on TV about a bank that gives personal loans for college tuitions. So the terms were more lienant. I can't remember the name, I think it may have been Chase, but don't hold me to that. You could borrow up to $50k or $100k I don't remember. If I see it again, I'll take down the info for you. It just might be another option for you.

Also, does your job have any kind of reimbursement program. I used to work for a company that would reimburse you after each semester because you needed a C or better to get reimbursed. Maybe you could talk to them.

Just a few thoughts. I hope it all works out for you. I know how much you want to be finished.

Sending prayers and pixie dust your way that something will work out for you.

:cloud9: :cloud9: :cloud9:

[HollyTyler]

Holly - did you ever work out all the details so that you can still go on this cruise? How's it coming with the ex? I'm being nosey tonight so feel free to tell me MYOB!
Oh, we're coming on the cruise for sure. :goodvibes I thought I was going to have to cancel to get my deposit back to put on a major bill, but I found other ways to take care of things. And Tyler's dad did give me a check 2 days ago for what he owed me. He had been waiting for his Christmas bonus to cover that expense. So everything's good!

[gydell]

Oh, we're coming on the cruise for sure. :goodvibes I thought I was going to have to cancel to get my deposit back to put on a major bill, but I found other ways to take care of things. And Tyler's dad did give me a check 2 days ago for what he owed me. He had been waiting for his Christmas bonus to cover that expense. So everything's good!

Good news!

[birkner]

Please let us know when she responds....just want to make sure everyone is alright.

:thumbsup2 :thumbsup2 :thumbsup2

Terry emailed me back all family member and friends are just fine. Rob will be coming home for Xmas from Pennsylvania as will his brother Erik from Colorado.

[EllaEnchanted]

http://www.verabradley.com/Site/Store/OurCollection.aspx

Deb - here is the website . They have lots of designs and styles.

Oh thank you.....more shopping!

:thumbsup2 :thumbsup2 :thumbsup2

[EllaEnchanted]

Well the link didn't work but go to the Vera Bradley web page. They usually go for more on E-bay than what you pay in the stores for them.
What is the head count for Grill's? How many kids?

So far it's me and John, Lisa and Darrell, Kathe, Deborah and family which includes two kids. You're staying in the neighborhood too aren't you? Would you like to join us all as well? I say, the more the merrier!

:hippie: :hippie: :hippie:

[HollyTyler]

I'm so sorry to hear that. Ya know, I saw a commercial on TV about a bank that gives personal loans for college tuitions. So the terms were more lienant. I can't remember the name, I think it may have been Chase, but don't hold me to that. You could borrow up to $50k or $100k I don't remember. If I see it again, I'll take down the info for you. It just might be another option for you.

Also, does your job have any kind of reimbursement program. I used to work for a company that would reimburse you after each semister because you needed a C or better to get reimbursed. Maybe you could talk to them.

Just a few thoughts. I hope it all works out for you. I know how much you want to be finished.

Sending prayers and pixie dust your way that something will work out for you.

:cloud9: :cloud9: :cloud9:
Thanks Deb!

My employer doesn't offer anything like that. They're a very small law firm and very stingy. The only reason I continue to work there is because of how flexible they are with my schedule.

I have applied at a couple of those type of banks for my student loans, but was turned down. Bad credit....long story. Been struggling to repair my credit for many years.

Something will work out. The school suggested I just take time to work a couple jobs, work as many hours as possible, pay down my current student loans to free up enough balance to continue, so that's what I'm going to try to do.

[gydell]

So far it's me and John, Lisa and Darrell, Kathe, Deborah and family which includes two kids. You're staying in the neighborhood too aren't you? Would you like to join us all as well? I say, the more the merrier!

:hippie: :hippie: :hippie:

We probably will at least for a little while. When you set a time let me know!

[EllaEnchanted]

Terry emailed me back all family member and friends are just fine. Rob will be coming home for Xmas from Pennsylvania as will his brother Erik from Colorado.

Oh that's good news. It'll be great to have the whole family together again for Christmas.

:goodvibes :goodvibes :goodvibes

[EllaEnchanted]

Thanks Deb!

My employer doesn't offer anything like that. They're a very small law firm and very stingy. The only reason I continue to work there is because of how flexible they are with my schedule.

I have applied at a couple of those type of banks for my student loans, but was turned down. Bad credit....long story. Been struggling to repair my credit for many years.

Something will work out. The school suggested I just take time to work a couple jobs, work as many hours as possible, pay down my current student loans to free up enough balance to continue, so that's what I'm going to try to do.

Oh how horrible. I guess if that's what you have to do and you get a year to do it.....but how do you pay $50k off in one year. That's gotta be tough with everything else you have to pay for.

:hug: :hug: :hug:

[EllaEnchanted]

We probably will at least for a little while. When you set a time let me know!


I definitely will.....I'm so glad you're coming too. We get to start this party earlier!!!!! YEA!!!!!

:dance3: :dance3: :dance3:

[disneylover5]

I am so tired tonight. Long day at work and the girls were all over the place this evening.

Vanessa - Driving lessons and then a dinner party
Annie - Girl Scout Christmas party at the Mall and then shopping
Gretchen - 3 hours of dance and then a sleepover birthday party.

Tomorrow, Westfield (out HS) playing in the VA State Championship in Charlottesville VA (about 1 1/2 hours). We will be going and that will take just about the whole day.

I am going to bed soon, I am so tired,

[EllaEnchanted]

Well the lights are back on and John is home and the Chinese food is here! Yes, I had to do it after all the talk about it on here!

I'll check back later, if I don't fall asleep!

:woohoo: :woohoo: :woohoo:

[gydell]

I am so tired tonight. Long day at work and the girls were all over the place this evening.

Vanessa - Driving lessons and then a dinner party
Annie - Girl Scout Christmas party at the Mall and then shopping
Gretchen - 3 hours of dance and then a sleepover birthday party.

Tomorrow, Westfield (out HS) playing in the VA State Championship in Charlottesville VA (about 1 1/2 hours). We will be going and that will take just about the whole day.

I am going to bed soon, I am so tired,

Sounds busy to me!

[disneylover5]

Deb, Remember a few days ago our post count was about the same...now you are ahead of me by about 100 posts :rotfl2: :rotfl2: :rotfl2: :rotfl2:

[disneylover5]

My DFIL is hospitalized tonight. He has been short of breathe and they tested his heart today and it is not very good.

He will be in the hospital for about 2 week. He is bleeding in his small intestine and he needs open heart surgery and bypass.

Okay, I have a pretty big house BUT.....and right now I have my mom, 2 girls, 1 son coming home next week, an exchange student, 1 dog, 3 cats and a husband.....and soon my FIL will be living with us.....

I am not sure where everyone will sleep......maybe I will move to a hotel:lmao: :lmao: :lmao:

[gydell]

Deb, Remember a few days ago our post count was about the same...now you are ahead of me by about 100 posts :rotfl2: :rotfl2: :rotfl2: :rotfl2:

That's because you are so busy.

[HollyTyler]

Oh how horrible. I guess if that's what you have to do and you get a year to do it.....but how do you pay $50k off in one year. That's gotta be tough with everything else you have to pay for.

:hug: :hug: :hug:
Not possible, but I have to try!

[HollyTyler]

I am so tired tonight. Long day at work and the girls were all over the place this evening.

Vanessa - Driving lessons and then a dinner party
Annie - Girl Scout Christmas party at the Mall and then shopping
Gretchen - 3 hours of dance and then a sleepover birthday party.

Tomorrow, Westfield (out HS) playing in the VA State Championship in Charlottesville VA (about 1 1/2 hours). We will be going and that will take just about the whole day.

I am going to bed soon, I am so tired,
Lisa, I'm tired just imagining all that stuff you had to do! I have no idea how you manage to do it all!

[HollyTyler]

Well the lights are back on and John is home and the Chinese food is here! Yes, I had to do it after all the talk about it on here!

I'll check back later, if I don't fall asleep!

:woohoo: :woohoo: :woohoo:
Ooooh! I'm gonna have to grab some leftovers! Yummy!

[HollyTyler]

My DFIL is hospitalized tonight. He has been short of breathe and they tested his heart today and it is not very good.

He will be in the hospital for about 2 week. He is bleeding in his small intestine and he needs open heart surgery and bypass.

Okay, I have a pretty big house BUT.....and right now I have my mom, 2 girls, 1 son coming home next week, an exchange student, 1 dog, 3 cats and a husband.....and soon my FIL will be living with us.....

I am not sure where everyone will sleep......maybe I will move to a hotel:lmao: :lmao: :lmao:
Sorry to hear about your father in law's health. :hug: Wow, where are you going to put everybody in your house! Holy cow!

[disneylover5]

05/10/2008 15-Night Westbound Panama Cruise Category 05 : Deluxe Stateroom w/ Verandah $ 8,514.58

05/10/2008 15-Night Westbound Panama Cruise Category 06 : Deluxe Stateroom w/ Verandah $ 8,314.58

05/10/2008 15-Night Westbound Panama Cruise Category 09 : Deluxe Oceanview Stateroom $ 6,554.58

As of tonight 2 ADULTS for our cruise

[HollyTyler]

05/10/2008 15-Night Westbound Panama Cruise Category 05 : Deluxe Stateroom w/ Verandah $ 8,514.58

05/10/2008 15-Night Westbound Panama Cruise Category 06 : Deluxe Stateroom w/ Verandah $ 8,314.58

05/10/2008 15-Night Westbound Panama Cruise Category 09 : Deluxe Oceanview Stateroom $ 6,554.58


As of tonight 2 ADULTS for our cruise

Un-fricking-believable! :eek:

[LisaG520]

You got the name right Lisa....now we just have to find it again!

John decided we're flying, not driving so we're coming into Sanford and picking up a car and driving to the hotel. That kind of kills our day on Friday. Then getting to meet at Grills. Were we going to dinner on Fri night or Sat night? I thought we picked Sat night? Oh well....we can firm it up as days get closer.

Sat is mani and pedi and Ron Johns....our favorite store in Cocoa Beach.

:hippie: :hippie: :hippie:

Friday - we'll be sailing on Sat :thumbsup2



How about we do Chinese take out Christmas eve at the hotel and then do Evergreens at the Clarion for Christmas Day???

:thumbsup2 :thumbsup2 :thumbsup2

We usually go the Olive Garden for Christmas Eve.

Will you have a car to drive or will you be coming with us. We're renting a convertable and probably won't have room for all six of you. But Lisa and Darrell may be able to bring some of you in their car too. I think Kathe is also coming. We'll figure it out when we get there. I'm so glad you decided to come with us. We'll start our party early.
:wizard: :wizard: :wizard:

Sounds like a great idea - we're returning the rental car later that night so we'll have it for dinner.

Oh, we're coming on the cruise for sure. :goodvibes I thought I was going to have to cancel to get my deposit back to put on a major bill, but I found other ways to take care of things. And Tyler's dad did give me a check 2 days ago for what he owed me. He had been waiting for his Christmas bonus to cover that expense. So everything's good!

Great news!


We probably will at least for a little while. When you set a time let me know!

The more the merrier!!!:banana:

[kimerinc]

Every time I think I will be able to get caught up, something else comes up. We have been getting ready for DH Christmas Skating Show tommorow. I am blurry eyed from the early morning sessions.

I hope all is well with everyone!

Kim

[nskjerven]

Sure was nice to pay less than $3/gallon for gas! I paid $2.88 today....pleasant surprise!

mine was 3.35 yesterday and that was the cheap stuff:scared1:

Glad everyone is safe in PA. Those shooting stories freak me out.

THe dinner plans at Grills sounds so fun. Can I be 2 places at once? As time heads nearer we may or may not go to the park, so we may just crash the party....I know what you guys look like :rolleyes1

Lisa, sorry about your FIL. Prayers and paitence for you.

I'm so ready for Paul to come home.
I just love the fact that my DH is such a hands on dad.
He does so much with our kids. They miss their Daddy :sad2:

We are going to work really hard tomorrow and get up all the rest of the Xmas decorations and put away all the boxes in the garage for him, so he can come home a relax.

Molly has been a doll, she is such a helper around the house. She has been folding clothes and helping me in my office too. She is my file clerk :woohoo:

My client shipped product today to Publix. Should be in the stores late next week. Cool, but I'm so tired of the work load. I've got 3 clients heavy and active right now and another one that I'm closing before year end. So really busy.

Not sure if I showed you the other cool client I'm working with...

http://www.patiopalm.com/

We should be in Costco, Home Depot, Target etc... in the spring :woohoo:

This is really nice as Paul and I are investors too. So we are hoping for some good traction once we get our big box orders in the next few weeks.

Time to attack the chocolate cake from KFC....I love it :love: too bad it doesn't love me....:scared1:

[HollyTyler]

Nan, the Patio Palm is SO COOL! It really looks like something my brother in Tennessee would love to have by his pool. He has such beautiful landscaping all around his pool, it would look great there. I can totally see him buying one!

The product hitting Publix stores soon, is that the smoothies? Yummy!

[HollyTyler]

Every time I think I will be able to get caught up, something else comes up. We have been getting ready for DH Christmas Skating Show tommorow. I am blurry eyed from the early morning sessions.

I hope all is well with everyone!

Kim
Busy, busy, busy! Glad you stopped in to say hi! :goodvibes

[LisaG520]

.

Time to attack the chocolate cake from KFC....I love it :love: too bad it doesn't love me....:scared1:

I saw the ad in the KFC window on the way home from work tonight and told DH we need to do KFC this weekend! Love the chocolate cake!!

[LisaG520]

Wow really quiet here tonight. Everyone must be out doing holiday shopping (or holiday parties, etc.).

I've been baking and decorating cookies. Made cranberry biscotti and decorated gingerbread cookies I baked on Wed.

Well I'm off to bed. Night all!!

[readyalready]

Which Halloween cruise were you on? We were on the 4 night. Our grandkids made friends with a boy from Denver....I think his name was Alex. I have a pic of him dressed up for halloween, I'll post it. Wouldn't it be a small world indeed if that was your son!?!

http://i163.photobucket.com/albums/t310/EllaEnchanted00/cruisinanddising005.jpg

:goodvibes :goodvibes :goodvibes

We were on the Magic. My oldest is 11 so probably too young for your group, I also have twins turning 7 on Sunday.

I spent some time today reading about things to do in Aruba. The beach pictures were torture as the temps here dropped and the snow came.

[scottishwee35]

05/10/2008 15-Night Westbound Panama Cruise Category 05 : Deluxe Stateroom w/ Verandah $ 8,514.58

05/10/2008 15-Night Westbound Panama Cruise Category 06 : Deluxe Stateroom w/ Verandah $ 8,314.58

05/10/2008 15-Night Westbound Panama Cruise Category 09 : Deluxe Oceanview Stateroom $ 6,554.58

As of tonight 2 ADULTS for our cruise

Hi

Oh please don't tell me that Cat 6 and Cat 5 are available because I am very tempt to change the Cat 9 to Cat 6. My husband told me NO because it is expensive for 4 of us.:sad1:

I want to have Verandah to see the beautiful view, my husband pointed out that last Cruise at Med. we hardly in the room apart from night time, changing the clothes. He was right enough as we always busy on the Cruise.

Oh well, wait and see until near the time or wish win the lottery, that will be great is it!!

Hope your father in law keeping well and you should change the house to hotel ;)

Scottishwee35

[scottishwee35]

Hi Holly

Enjoyed your take away chinese.

I was reading about your problem with work, loans, money.

It always like that is it. You are not only one as I think everybody have that too.

I am glad that you didn't cancel the cruise. Glad that your ex is helping out with the money.

This weekend I am staying in and not going out. My son's friend will come over here for the day. My friend text me now and she was saying the shopping park - car park was full as it was only 10 am!! I told her that I am staying in, no way to go out to shopping in Weeekend!!

My husband ask me if I want to have a chinese take away tonight I say oh yes!! We will watch XFactor tonight.

Have a nice weekend:thumbsup2

Scottishwee35

[EllaEnchanted]

Deb, Remember a few days ago our post count was about the same...now you are ahead of me by about 100 posts :rotfl2: :rotfl2: :rotfl2: :rotfl2:

Can you tell I don't get out much!?! Especially as compared to your crazy schedule!

:lmao: :lmao: :lmao: :lmao: :lmao:

[EllaEnchanted]

My DFIL is hospitalized tonight. He has been short of breathe and they tested his heart today and it is not very good.

He will be in the hospital for about 2 week. He is bleeding in his small intestine and he needs open heart surgery and bypass.

Okay, I have a pretty big house BUT.....and right now I have my mom, 2 girls, 1 son coming home next week, an exchange student, 1 dog, 3 cats and a husband.....and soon my FIL will be living with us.....

I am not sure where everyone will sleep......maybe I will move to a hotel:lmao: :lmao: :lmao:

Oh Lisa this is very sad news. Look at the bright side, maybe your DFIL will be good company for your DM while you are busy and out of the house. They could keep each other company and help each other out, so less for you to do and worry about.

Prayers and pixie dust for his speedy recovery and for you to not lose your sanity!

:wizard: :wizard: :wizard:

[EllaEnchanted]

Not possible, but I have to try!

Maybe you could find a firm to work for that does reimburse tuition, then you can pay as you go. Anything is possible!

:confused3 :confused3 :confused3

[EllaEnchanted]

Ooooh! I'm gonna have to grab some leftovers! Yummy!

It was a nice change for me to eat real food for a meal, but back on diettogo food tomorrow. John can eat all the leftovers. Every once in a while I will eat regular food for a meal, then get right back on target with the diet food and not cheat at all. It helps me to maintain it long term, which is what I need to do. I keep thinking of that beautiful dress that is two sizes too small that I need to fit into by May!

:thumbsup2 :thumbsup2 :thumbsup2

[EllaEnchanted]

Nan, we would love for you to crash our party at Grills. Like we keep saying, the more the merrier!

:grouphug: :grouphug: :grouphug:

[EllaEnchanted]

We were on the Magic. My oldest is 11 so probably too young for your group, I also have twins turning 7 on Sunday.

I spent some time today reading about things to do in Aruba. The beach pictures were torture as the temps here dropped and the snow came.

PJ from this cruise was sailing with you on the Magic for Halloween.....a little bit of rough seas don't cha think!

Speaking of snow, I heard on the news that Colorado got three feet. WOW! I can see why you're dreaming of Aruba!

:laughing: :laughing: :laughing:

[disneylover5]

Good Morning from the East Coast. Raining and sleeting again here right now, but the weather is supposed to warm up and just rain for the next several days.

We are leaving for Charlottesville VA soon for the Westfield final game. Should be fun!!

I hope to finish decorating tomorrow. My entire neighborhood does luminaries tomorrow night and it is beautiful. If I can, I will take pictures and show you guys.

I hope everyone has a good day. I think as soon as we get back it will be back to the hospital for Frank....DFIL.

[EllaEnchanted]

Good Morning from the East Coast. Raining and sleeting again here right now, but the weather is supposed to warm up and just rain for the next several days.

We are leaving for Charlottesville VA soon for the Westfield final game. Should be fun!!

I hope to finish decorating tomorrow. My entire neighborhood does luminaries tomorrow night and it is beautiful. If I can, I will take pictures and show you guys.

I hope everyone has a good day. I think as soon as we get back it will be back to the hospital for Frank....DFIL.

I would love to see pics of the neighborhood celebration.....have a great time at the game.....I hope your team does you proud and wins big!!!

:cheer2: :cheer2: :cheer2:

[gydell]

Lisa, sorry about your FIL. Hope it's not too bad.


Off to a swim meet!

[HollyTyler]

Maybe you could find a firm to work for that does reimburse tuition, then you can pay as you go. Anything is possible!

:confused3 :confused3 :confused3
Oh, believe me, I've been on the lookout! :goodvibes

[HollyTyler]

Oh boy. An ice storm is predicted for tomorrow. Weather guy says to get anything done today that you need to do over the weekend because we're supposed to get an INCH of ice tomorrow! Yikes! I guess it's time to finally go buy some salt. Also have to rearrange the garage too so I can fit my car inside.

BUT I'm sure glad I'm not in Colorado! Holy cow!

[EllaEnchanted]

Oh, believe me, I've been on the lookout! :goodvibes


I'm sending you lots and lots of pixie dust and positive thoughts that this will work out for you! Hang in there. You will make it happen!

:angel: :angel: :angel:

[HollyTyler]

I'm sending you lots and lots of pixie dust and positive thoughts that this will work out for you! Hang in there. You will make it happen!

:angel: :angel: :angel:
Thanks Deb. :goodvibes

[EllaEnchanted]

Oh boy. An ice storm is predicted for tomorrow. Weather guy says to get anything done today that you need to do over the weekend because we're supposed to get an INCH of ice tomorrow! Yikes! I guess it's time to finally go buy some salt. Also have to rearrange the garage too so I can fit my car inside.

BUT I'm sure glad I'm not in Colorado! Holy cow!

We were pretty lucky....so far just a dusting that coated everything white, but it's less than an inch. I hope we don't get your ice storm. I hate those. Snow is much better.

Lots of errands to do today, the dog, Ray, Sandi and Joe, the tree....etc. It is after all, the Christmas season.....always busy busy!

Guess you'll be out doing errands too today before the ice hits.

:yay: :yay: :yay:

[EllaEnchanted]

Is Marilyn back this weekend? I can't wait to hear her stories. I hope she gets back soon.

Still no word from Karen, I hope she's just very busy and everything is ok.

Monica, no word from Laura yet, that's not good. I'm sad to think what that could mean.

:grouphug: :grouphug: :grouphug:

[HollyTyler]

We were pretty lucky....so far just a dusting that coated everything white, but it's less than an inch. I hope we don't get your ice storm. I hate those. Snow is much better.

Lots of errands to do today, the dog, Ray, Sandi and Joe, the tree....etc. It is after all, the Christmas season.....always busy busy!

Guess you'll be out doing errands too today before the ice hits.

:yay: :yay: :yay:
Nope, no errands for me. It's been a relaxing week and will probably continue! Desperately need to clean my house so we can finish decorating. We both have a bad habit of coming home and dropping stuff wherever we want, so piles of clutter accumulate very quickly. Not good in a tiny house! I usually end up dumping stuff into big boxes and piling the boxes in my bedroom to deal with later. :scared1: It's just hard to clean when there's no where to put stuff. Might go buy a few giant plastic storage totes today as a temporary fix.

[EllaEnchanted]

I just checked all my cruise reservations....STILL no assigned room number for this cruise. I got 6598 for Sept 08 cruise and just requested DU to change it to 5122 if available or close to it. I'm in 5122 for Sept 09. Wow....I have to book a year and a half in advance to get the room I want. Disney is a very popular cruise line!

:rotfl2: :rotfl2: :rotfl2: :rotfl2:

[EllaEnchanted]

Nope, no errands for me. It's been a relaxing week and will probably continue! Desperately need to clean my house so we can finish decorating. We both have a bad habit of coming home and dropping stuff wherever we want, so piles of clutter accumulate very quickly. Not good in a tiny house! I usually end up dumping stuff into big boxes and piling the boxes in my bedroom to deal with later. :scared1: It's just hard to clean when there's no where to put stuff. Might go buy a few giant plastic storage totes today as a temporary fix.


I could use a few of those giant storage totes....I still have mom's stuff all over the house. I thought we would get it cleaned up for Christmas dinner at our house, then John said....since Sandi and Joe and the boys are not going to be here....let's go out to eat. OK, cool, but that doesn't get the house cleaned up. It's too overwhelming for me to do it all by myself. I definitely need help. Well, there's always next year! HA HA....a few short weeks to go!

:rotfl: :rotfl: :rotfl:

[HollyTyler]

I could use a few of those giant storage totes....I still have mom's stuff all over the house. I thought we would get it cleaned up for Christmas dinner at our house, then John said....since Sandi and Joe and the boys are not going to be here....let's go out to eat. OK, cool, but that doesn't get the house cleaned up. It's too overwhelming for me to do it all by myself. I definitely need help. Well, there's always next year! HA HA....a few short weeks to go!

:rotfl: :rotfl: :rotfl:
Well, at least you don't have to worry about taking care of it right away, so that's a relief! What a great idea to go out for Christmas dinner.

[disneylover5]

Is Marilyn back this weekend? I can't wait to hear her stories. I hope she gets back soon.

Still no word from Karen, I hope she's just very busy and everything is ok.

Monica, no word from Laura yet, that's not good. I'm sad to think what that could mean.

:grouphug: :grouphug: :grouphug:

I am sure Karen is just crazy busy...it is so hard to come home from vacation. Sometimes I think it is not worth it to go when you have to come back and kill yourself.....

I am worried about Laura as well. I hope there is some type of comminication sometime soon. All we can do for her now is pray for her,
Lisa

[Ginamarie]

All the leaves will be covered in snow...forget raking this weekend!

Actually, we avoided the snow! The skies cleared up last night and we're not expecting any today. Phew!

:yay: :yay: :yay:

So what exciting plans do you have for the week-end?

Brent has a swim meet at 8am tomorrow. I don't know why they have to be so early! Then we are going to lunch and after for new shoes. We have dinner plans tomorrow night with the family across the street. Not that I really want to, but kinda have to a couple of times a year. Do not like their daughter! The only child that I have ever met that I can find nothing good to say about. And she's only 8. Almost feel sorry for her as none of the kids have anything to do with her. I blame the parents for most of it.

Ugh, I hate when they make things early like that. In high school, they used to schedule our hockey practices at 6:30 am on Saturday mornings. Yuck!
I feel bad for children like that too.

So I went on ebay to find V's nautical bag because I loved it so much. I found it but none were available. So I bought a different bag from the Bitten line. I love Bitten....it's Sara Jessica Parker's collection and everything is affordably priced. She's got some great casual, everyday clothes and accessories and ebay has lots of them listed. Oh boy. I could get in trouble now.:confused3 :confused3 :confused3

Oh don't tell me that! I'll be getting into trouble too. Aren't we all supposed to stay OFF ebay?:rotfl:

I usually use a Vera Bradley bag when traveling. They are very light and machine washable. Most of my purses are also Vera Bradley.

I love Vera bags! I don't own any though. I always talk myself out of spending the money right before ordering.

Thanks! But it's not as exciting as usual because I'm out of student loans and don't even have enough for next semester. So I'm sort of in limbo for a while. :sad2: I had a few meetings with the financial aid advisor, my academic advisor, and the registrar to discuss my options on how I'm going to pay to finish. They're allowing me to take a one year leave of absence while I try to figure out how I'll come up with the remaining $50,000 I'll need to finish. :scared:

Oh Holly that stinks! I had the same kind of problem when I lost my law school scholarship. I wound up working a LOT more hours than we were allowed to do, missing a lot of classes, etc, but it all worked out in the end. I'll just be paying off the loans FOREVER!

Sure was nice to pay less than $3/gallon for gas! I paid $2.88 today....pleasant surprise!

Lucky!! We paid $3.19, and that was a good price around here. Over $70 to fill up my tank :(

My DFIL is hospitalized tonight. He has been short of breathe and they tested his heart today and it is not very good.

He will be in the hospital for about 2 week. He is bleeding in his small intestine and he needs open heart surgery and bypass.

Okay, I have a pretty big house BUT.....and right now I have my mom, 2 girls, 1 son coming home next week, an exchange student, 1 dog, 3 cats and a husband.....and soon my FIL will be living with us.....

I am not sure where everyone will sleep......maybe I will move to a hotel:lmao: :lmao: :lmao:

I'm so sorry about your FIL. I hope everything goes smoothly for him. My grandfather needed open heart surgery a couple of years ago, and once they started they realized he needed a QUADRUPLE bypass instead of just a single. He recovered pretty smoothly though, so I hope your FIL does well too.



Well, we just took some pictures of Olivia by the tree, and are hoping to turn one of them into a CHristmas card. Then DH is going to have to start working on those leaves.:rolleyes1
Nothing exciting going on with me either. I'm doing laundry and defrosting some chicken for diner. I just have to figure out what I want to DO with all that chicken.:rolleyes:

[HollyTyler]

Nevermind! Dumb question erased!

[katypop]

I've been on vacation this week and can't believe I only have one more day off after today.I had hoped to get all of my Christmas shopping done but it has not happened, not even close:sad2: My DD and SIL and I left London during a snowstorm on Monday evening to go to Frankenmuth, Michagan . We were lucky, about 30 min away from home the snow cleared right up, we only had a few flurries that didn't stay on the ground after that.I love going through all the little shops there, and the huge Christmas store.We came home late Tues, so not a long trip but nice to get away for a day. My back has been bothering me for almost 3 weeks now, although it is definately better than it was the 1st few days. Anyone else bothered by back pain? I don't even know what I did this time (unless it was the raking, scrubbing walls,packing boxes over the last few weeks). I finally went to the doctor and got better meds, but now I feel tired and have stomach pains, so I may not take them much longer.I hate that I never know when this will happen, sure hope it's not during this cruise:eek:

Kathe

[HollyTyler]

I've been on vacation this week and can't believe I only have one more day off after today.I had hoped to get all of my Christmas shopping done but it has not happened, not even close:sad2: My DD and SIL and I left London during a snowstorm on Monday evening to go to Frankenmuth, Michagan . We were lucky, about 30 min away from home the snow cleared right up, we only had a few flurries that didn't stay on the ground after that.I love going through all the little shops there, and the huge Christmas store.We came home late Tues, so not a long trip but nice to get away for a day. My back has been bothering me for almost 3 weeks now, although it is definately better than it was the 1st few days. Anyone else bothered by back pain? I don't even know what I did this time (unless it was the raking, scrubbing walls,packing boxes over the last few weeks). I finally went to the doctor and got better meds, but now I feel tired and have stomach pains, so I may not take them much longer.I hate that I never know when this will happen, sure hope it's not during this cruise:eek:

Kathe
Sorry your vacation is almost over, but glad you had a good time in Frankenmuth! :thumbsup2

I hope your back feels better soon. You must be miserable. :hug: