Calling All 8/19/06 Special Western Cruisers! AKA "The Cruisin' Castaways" Part 2 [Archive] - Page 9 - The DIS Discussion Forums

Reenieny18

08-14-2005, 09:10 AM

Hello Everyone.. WOW quite week here... :goodvibes Where did everyone go??? Oh yeah. you all went to WDW!!! :earsboy: :earsgirl:

We are back from KAREN's and had a great time. Its good to have DANIEL home again.. of course. :goodvibes

We went to Virginia Beach for the past 3 days and boy are we dark.. I think darker than the cruise... :teeth: Jaclyn was in her glory,... it was the NATIONAL LIFEGUARD ASSOCIATION swim competion for the 3 days we were there...On FRIDAY however.. we got to the beach at 945AM.. at 950 or so a wave crashed over me and and ripped my right knee out. :guilty: I head it snap and tear.. The life guard came over to me and tried to help me up and then another wave wiped me out back ward again... Of course I was riding a "BOOGIE BOARD" when it happened... Who said you cant be a cool 40 something mom!!!!... :banana:

We stayed there and I tolerated the pain the day..but at night.. OOCHHHH!!!
So ANDY... when your done with your chair and ice.. can I borrow it!!!! :blush: My ankle is so swollen,.. I have KANKLES,,lol :rotfl:

LYNN so glad to see BOB has a date.. perhaps this can persuade you to still come with us one last time.. HINT HINT HINT.... :grouphug:

DARLENE.. you are so sweet.. you need this vacation..
I hope the 3 of you have a grand time and I am so glad SANDY'S tests were negative... :banana:

TERRY.. keep the count down going... JACLYN was going to call CRAIG from the ocean, and let him hear the waves crash.. but didnt want to be mean..The waves were vicious this week. We saw the surfers and then saw our lives pass before us..lol :smooth: One minute we were in waste deep water...next thing we were tready in 10 ft of water...with white caps...
It was great..

DORI.. hey. you think you can get some excitement in your life. Its to boring!! :hyper2: I cant beleive your brother would do that to your own mother!!! Good thing he is gone.. Did you ever get the ring back though???

Ok off to get JACLYN to work... and we have a family reunion today... HAve a great day everyone.. :wave2:

DOREEN

Verandah Man

08-14-2005, 09:39 AM

Doreen--I felt your pain as you were expalining what happened, ouch indeed child!!! Take care of that knee and ankle!!!

I have the house all to myself for a few hours. Angelina spent the night at a friends house and Hazel just left for church, then has a Bridal Shower to attend this afternoon. I just finished getting all the bills paid for the rest of the month as I finally started receiving my WC checks. What a hassle those people have been, last time I was on WC I didn't have any problems, I don't know what happened this time around, and it's the same insurance company, go figure. At least it is now resolved, and the checks have started coming in!!!

I think after I finish checking some more messages, I'm going to pop a DVD into my laptop, and rest up for PT tomorrow. :rotfl:

ElliotFan

08-14-2005, 12:53 PM

Doreen -

No, we never recovered Mom's ring. I'm just glad that she is finally starting to see him for what he really is. Now you guys can understand why I was so upset about her letting him camp out in the pasture next to the barn in the first place. I had been holding my breath since he arrived, just waiting for something like this to happen and unfortunately, I wasn't disappointed. But I'm not as upset about the ring as I am about the drugs. He was only hurting my Mom with the ring, but the other was affecting multiple families. (I was worried about having my property confiscated too. Since they had to come down my driveway and cross my property to get out to the barn, there was a chance that I could have been implicated as well. So much for 'brotherly love', huh?)

The one good thing that has come out of all this has been some long, deep discussions with Devin about drugs, honesty, integrity, work ethics, etc. (Yes, Devin knows about everything that has happened.) As his godfather (George) pointed out to me one time, "A bad example is still an example". (He should know, he's got a sister that is just like my brother.) I'm pleased to say that Devin is totally offended and disgusted by the whole thing. He's such a good kid! I only hope that it continues as he becomes an older teenager.

Well, I totally blew off the domestic scene and shopping to relax yesterday, so I better get off my butt and start getting something productive done.

Take care everyone!

Dori :cool1:

sandygirl

08-14-2005, 03:26 PM

DORI!!!! My gosh, you have had a time of it. I kept wondering where you were but knew you would check in when you had time. Family can be trying at times. Glad your mom is ok and your brother didn't cause any more trouble than he did. And that was enough. Devin is a smart kid, I think you were right not to shelter him from what happened. You're a good mom.

DOREEN I did some awesome boogey boarding myself this summer. Glad you had fun, sorry you got hurt. Being in your 40's isn't sooo old when you are having fun...but it sure hurts more! Take care.

Now...back to packing! I have stuff all over my bed and suitcases waiting to be filled. Thank goodness Stan packs himself, but right now he is in my way. My goal was to be packed by today. The problem is I still have to have something to wear Mon, Tues, Wed and travel day. And I am packing for 18 days! I don't have that many clothes. I do plan to wash but don't want to spend that much time at the laundry room. Plus there are all the airline restrictions to deal with for weight and size of luggage. OK, I got that out, now back to packing.

Darlene

mickeymom923

08-14-2005, 03:36 PM

Hi everyone,

I am definitely in the vacation mode but can't seem to get packing yet.

Anyway, in addition to blocking rooms for our group (rates are guaranteed not to go up) and I also making arrangements with a limosine company for our group for anyone that wants to take a limo from the airport to the Radisson. I was also thinking if some of us are getting to the airport around the same time, we could share a limo so we can all save money that way too.

Okay everyone, let's party. :banana:

lynr

08-14-2005, 03:46 PM

Now...back to packing! I have stuff all over my bed and suitcases waiting to be filled. Thank goodness Stan packs himself, but right now he is in my way. My goal was to be packed by today. The problem is I still have to have something to wear Mon, Tues, Wed and travel day. And I am packing for 18 days! I don't have that many clothes. I do plan to wash but don't want to spend that much time at the laundry room. Plus there are all the airline restrictions to deal with for weight and size of luggage. OK, I got that out, now back to packing.Darlene

Darlene:

18 Days :banana: Wow you are going to have a really great time. Are you spending any time in Disney when you get back?

Have a fabulous vacation. You all deserve it :grouphug: :wizard: :wizard:

Lyn

Verandah Man

08-14-2005, 03:48 PM

We are probably going to come in a few days early and spend them with my mom. On Friday we will most likely stop at Dixie Crossroads for lunch in Titusville, then after lunch, drive to the Radisson.

castoff

08-15-2005, 08:54 AM

Hello Everyone ! :wave2:

Dori: So nice to see you back on the boards posting again. :banana: Sorry about your brother. I believe everything in life happens for a reason even if we aren't meant to know what that reason is. Sounds like this experience has brought you and Devin a little bit closer. Which sometimes can be hard with a teenager.

Doreen: All my best to you and Marty. Did you still want to get together on the 28th?

Lyn: That is an awesome picture ! :goodvibes Something to think about when we go there next year. I have always heard of that place but never went because we had the kids with us and we were busy doing other things. So does the frog legs really taste like chicken? :rotfl2: Good luck to finally getting some closure this November.

Andy: How's the knee? Still taking turns with the ice and warm method? Did you give someone your cell number so we can call you on the 19th?

Bev: Are you all packed yet? What are you waiting for? :rotfl2:

Terry: Just wanted to say "Hi" :wave: How are things at your end?

I will be posting some more patio pictures later today.......

Verandah Man

08-15-2005, 09:21 AM

Just arrived home from PT and I was given two more exercises to do this morning. More of the swelling has gone down and I'm starting to walk better. Yes, I'm still switching between ice and heat.

I have Ed's and Bev's cell phone numbers, and they have my number. So, one way or another, I will be in touch on Friday evening.

castoff

08-15-2005, 12:31 PM

Here are more patio photo's.........
You can see where the landscaping will be going and the entrance to the patio will be.
http://i14.photobucket.com/albums/a325/tazzinna/DSCF0329.jpg

The patio itself is pretty much done. We still have to do behind deck where the meter's are. Sure Andy can relate to that.
http://i14.photobucket.com/albums/a325/tazzinna/DSCF0331.jpg

Notice my water fountain came in, and the patio really needs to be cleaned up a bit now.
I will have more tomorrow as I have been working hard on the landscaping today. All the timbers are in now ! Yeah :Pinkbounc :Pinkbounc

SeaSpray

08-15-2005, 12:42 PM

Hi everyone :wave2:

It was a busy but fun weekend :) Last evening Craig had a bunch of his buddies over for a party. One of his friends is moving to Florida TODAY, so they had a going away party for him. They asked me to write "Good Riddance, Mike!" on the cake, so I did. :teeth: Hey, what do you expect from a group of 17-18 year old boys?? lol

Dori: So good to hear from you! I'm so glad you had fun in California. And relieved to hear that your brother is finally gone. Sorry you had to endure all those problems while he was there though.

Lyn: I LOVE the picture in your signature! You can just tell how much fun you all were having :banana: I'm really going to miss you next year on the cruise.

Doreen: *ouch* I'm sorry about your knee! :( But I'm glad you had a good time at the beach anyway, and a good visit with Karen :) It's funny that you mentioned Jaclyn thinking of calling Craig because just yesterday John and I asked Craig if he's spoken to Jaclyn lately. I guess they've both been busy enjoying their summers! :sunny: But I know they'll have fun on the cruise, along with all the kids, next year!

Andy: I'm glad that the PT is coming along. Hang in there. :hug:

Darlene: I hope you all have the most wonderful vacation. You more than deserve it! Can't wait to hear all about it when you get back! :grouphug:

Bev: What limo company are you dealing with? What are the rates for a stretch limo?? John always insists on a stretch limo when we're on vacation and so far we've used Tiffanry Towncar with no problems. But we're open to suggestions! :)

Tina: The patio is looking great! Your hard work is really paying off! :)

To all of the Mini Meeters: Have a wonderful time Friday night! I would love to talk to all of you, Bev you have my # right?? :teeth:

Verandah Man

08-15-2005, 12:49 PM

Yes Tina, please don't hide any meters, I really don't like that when people do additions to their house and forget to either have their meters moved, or cover over it, that's not a nice thing to do to the meter man!!! :rotfl:

Your patio is shaping up nicely though, thanks for sharing the photos. :goodvibes

castoff

08-15-2005, 04:23 PM

Terry: Thank you, I did alot today as you will see in next photo.

Andy: Our meter guy will really appreciate walking on the brick for sure. Felt bad after they way it use to be.

Here is what I did today. I don't think I will be able to do much more for awhile. I have to get ready for my trip and I am running out of money. :rotfl2: How come these plants aren't on sale yet? :confused3
http://i14.photobucket.com/albums/a325/tazzinna/DSCF0333.jpg

florida sun

08-15-2005, 04:46 PM

Hi Guys

Well the nerves are kicking in good and fast now, I am always like this before I fly, Vicki just takes it like a pinch of salt, me I have un upset tummy for about 3 days lol. :rotfl2:

I have packed and repacked and I am sure will repack once more just for luck, I thought I may have too many tops and tshirts so I took them all out tonight just to see. I am ashamed to say that there were about 50 tops in there, so anything with a duplicate colour has got left behind, so Im down now to a more respectable 20 tops. I always take far too many. :flower:

Really looking forward to seeing a lot of you on Friday. The boards have been so quiet this week. I cant quite beleive on Thursday I start my day at 5.00am in the morning, my flight is at 8.30 and I land in Sanford at 12.50 lunchtime, that is going to seem like one very very long morning lol. :rolleyes:

I am looking forward to the flight as nervous as I am because of my primeum seating,extra large seats, free drinks,seatback entertainment units, extra luggage allowence and first to board and deboard if theres such a word lol. For a flight as long as this 91/2 hours I am sure it will be worth the extra. :banana:

Had a right old day today, my best friend and her family left Cardiff this morning to travel to London to catch a flight to Bermuda for 2 weeks, I had a phone call off her at 9.30 this morning to say that they had left all of their travellers checks at home in a safe place.(too safe I guess). I then had to find the cheques, contact Visa to tell them what had happened and see if they could cancel them and supply them new ones at the airport, but she had pre warned me that I would have to pretend to be her mother(a bit hard shes only a year younger than me) anyway at one stage the guy at Visa had the three of us conected on one call, her at the airport, me at her house and the visa guy at his office, it was so funny because I kept referring to her by her name and she kept saying, yes thats right mum, lol. I'de aged by about 30 years after the phone call which took just over an hour, when my friend then hung up, the guy at visa told me to stay on the line and let me know what to do. At the end of the conversation he said "Kids eh! I bet you told her to make sure she had all her money before she went did'nt you mum". Oh yes I replied. Still we got it sorted in the end and she is picking up her new travellers cheques tomorrow in Bermuda. :Pinkbounc

Oh well thats it for today, I'll catch up with you all tomorrow.
Tina your patio is looking lovely,hows the packing going, bet you dont need 50 tops eh! :rotfl:

Suexx :wave:

SeaSpray

08-15-2005, 06:05 PM

Sue, I didn't realize you hadn't left yet, I am sorry!! :blush:

Your story there is making me laugh! You did an excellent job helping our your "daughter" there, Mum! :earboy2:

I get very nervous before a flight too, so I understand how you feel. :hug:

Verandah Man

08-15-2005, 06:08 PM

Tina--the patio is looking very nice, looks like you worked hard on it today.

"Mum"--that was a funny story about the travelers checks, I bet you didn't knew you aged so well!!!!! :rotfl2:

I had my "first" big test this afternoon. I took Hazel and Angelina to Applebee's for dinner, the stopped at Best Buy and Target as Angelina was looking for an adapter for her iPod. We were gone a little over two hours, but boy was my knee aching when we got home. I have me knee on ice right now. Both Best Buy and Target were sold out of the adapters, but when we got home I had Hazel call Radio Shack and they had what Angelina needed, so Hazel went and picked it up. Now I have a happy teenager in the house again!!!!!

I did pick the DVD "The Incredibles" up while we were at Target. Hazel and I saw it during our cruise this past January, but Angelina hasn't seen it yet. That will be the next movie we watch during "Walters' Night at the Movies" on Wednesday night.

Mjasp

08-15-2005, 06:50 PM

Tina...Your patio looks BEAUTIFUL!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Enjoy it

Andy...Our family movie night is Friday nights. We do blockbuster on line, but now I am going to cancel it because I just ordered IO, so we will find something on the over 180 channels they offer OR go to the library for FREE.

Joanna

SeaSpray

08-16-2005, 08:15 AM

John surprised me last night with a trip to Disney World this fall!! :banana: :banana: Just he and I this time, leaving the kids home. :teeth:

If you look down, you'll see that I've added a new countdown timer! We'll be staying at Pop Century. So those of you who are staying there soon, please take pictures! We've reserved a room in a preferred location which is the 60's section. This is due to my rheumatoid arthritis, and it also puts us closer to the food court which is good for John's diabetes. He needs to have access to food before bed and also first thing in the morning.

I know that the Pop Century will be a huge change from our last few resorts but I am actually looking forward to it! :flower: It'll give me the chance to check out, report on, and take pictures of, another type of Disney resort, and add to my web site. Also, since we do have OUR cruise next summer and Craig's graduation and party, and then college right after the cruise, not to mention the fact that we just got back from a fairly expensive Disney vacation, we are doing this one budget as much as we can! Hey, I am an expert Disney planner, I am looking forward to the challenge! LOL

I got a pretty decent deal on airfare last night. $190 per person, but then I was able to get it down to $160 per person because we had $30 vouchers from Delta from our last flights (I always call for vouchers when I see my airfare go down!). They also had a AAA discount for the room at Pop Century too. We'll be using Disney's Magical Express instead of a stretch limo like we usually have. lol But hey, I figure it'll be fun, and gives me a chance to check this out firsthand :)

We're going for 4 nights, over a weekend, so John will only miss 2 days of work. Craig will stay home here since he'll probably be working most of the weekend and then going to school, but Robby will stay at a friend's house while we're gone.

Have any of you stayed at Pop Century before? How did you like it? What section were you in? Do you have any pictures?? Thanks! :earboy2:

florida sun

08-16-2005, 08:38 AM

Terry

There is a fantastic thread on the Resorts page called The Groovey New Pop Century Resort or something like that, check it out.

Just one word of warning, there are some rooms in the 60's section that are actually further away from the food/bus/reception, than some of the rooms in the 50's and 70's. I think it all depends where you actual room is.

We have requested a top floor room/non connecting, with a water/fireworks view, what we will get is another thing lol.

I love the value resorts, not that Ive stayed in any other to compare lol, this is my 5th visit and my 5th time in a value,and I love them. We spend so little time in the rooms, and I always have found them more than adaquate, and Vicki loves the giant Icons.

The pop has had some great reviews,also there are some great photos on the home page of the dis wdwinfo I believe.

I am spending 14 nights there, so I will be able to give you the good, and the bad when I return.

Sue :wave2:

Verandah Man

08-16-2005, 09:55 AM

Terry--congrats on your fall trip to WDW!!! We'll get back there one of these days!!!

Sue, Bev and Tina--it won't be long now, and you'll be on your way as well. It's sure going to be lonely on this thread over the next couple of weeks.

We have to run Stefani to the vet, we woke up this morning and found Stefani's right eye weeping, this happened a few months back at the vet gave us some drops, the eye cleared up in a few days.

lynr

08-16-2005, 10:32 AM

John surprised me last night with a trip to Disney World this fall!! :banana: :banana: Just he and I this time, leaving the kids home. :teeth:

Terri:

That is really great news. Keep checking maybe they will extend the free dinning to when you are there.

You'll have a great time with just you and John.

Beware!! We started out at POFQ changed to CR and now we are staying at Polynesian. I just couldn't stay away. Remember the Polynesian is remodeling there rooms, I can't wait to see them.

Lyn

castoff

08-16-2005, 03:14 PM

Mum: Oh I mean Sue, What a cute story. Glad you were there for your friend. Oh my 20 tops? :earseek: I am bringing 3 and a sundress,and I am only bringing the 3rd in case I change my mind. :rolleyes1

Andy:I feel so bad your not able to make the meet. :( I will make sure that we all will be able to talk wit you on Friday. I am glad your knee is finally starting to feel better. :sunny:

Terry: That is great news !! I would be exciting also. :Pinkbounc :Pinkbounc I have never stayed there but I am sure Sue can fill you in when she gets back. You always get such great airfare prices !

Joanna: Thanks, Last picture of patio coming up promise ! :rolleyes1

castoff

08-16-2005, 03:18 PM

o.k I really don't have any more money........going to skip another cruise payment. :rolleyes1 Figure I would just get this work done so Chuck could get what he needed to get done and maybe just maybe while I was gone he would have one day where he could actually just sit on the patio and enjoy it. :goodvibes
http://i14.photobucket.com/albums/a325/tazzinna/DSCF0335.jpg

Verandah Man

08-16-2005, 03:21 PM

maggie mfg

08-17-2005, 08:32 AM

Verandah Man

08-17-2005, 10:30 AM

This will be our 1st cruise. I haven't booked yet. I was wondering what you all think about this rate I got from Costco. It's $4,680 2 adults, 2 kids, cat 8. We're still making our mind up between decks 5 or 6. I'd rather book directly with Disney but the Costco quote is almost $500 less. Thanks, Maggie

We're paying about 3800.00 for 3 adults and 1 teenager(14) for a cat. 9 cabin, but we also booked back in January during our anniversary cruise, so I guess I'd say your fare is pretty good for a cat. 8, we booked through DCL.

maggie mfg

08-17-2005, 11:02 AM

I'm sure if we booked earlier we would have done better. It's tough enough planning one year ahead let alone two. We were looking @ the June 2006 cruise to celebrate a big birthday. Between the significant savings of the August cruise and June being such a hectic month we opted for August. We were in WDW last August and missed all the hurricaines, hoping our luck will continue for next August. Maggie

Verandah Man

08-17-2005, 11:30 AM

Since our original vacation for this summer was cancelled due to my knee surgery, we are using this week as our vacation. After taking Angelina and Hazel to Applebee's Monday night for dinner, last night we ordered a pizza. Hazel is enjoying not having to cook this week. Tonight is Family Night at the Walters' Home, and we will be watching "The Incredibles" and most likely will be getting some Chinese food. Gee, I wonder what we can do for Thursday night's meal? LOL!!!

Oh, I was just asked if we could go see Charlie and the Chocolate Factory on Thursday evening. Angelina has seen it twice and Hazel once, but I haven't seen it yet, so I guess we have tomorrow nights agenda planned.

This is a different vacation, but at least we can enjoy it together!!!

:banana: :banana: :banana:

winnyis

08-17-2005, 12:53 PM

sandygirl

08-17-2005, 02:27 PM

Well All - I hate to say it but we have cancelled our ressie on the 8/19/06 cruise. We are realizing all the conflicts (school, sports, CCD) our kids will have now that we live in Florida since we are now encountering them with our repo cruise that we decided its best to just not go. So- there is a SPR available # 5022 should anyone want it.

To all my Hurricane Cruise buddies - it was a pleasure to vacation with you guys and hopefully we can do it again in the future. To all the new friends I would have made - I hope we can meet in the future.

Take Care All

Ginny

I am so sorry to hear you canceled, although I half expected it. They will just be starting school and that is a hard time to miss.

But, on the bright side...I will SEE YOU Saturday!!!! Have a safe trip out to CA. I am sooooooo ready for this cruise. And will miss you next year. But there is no guarantee ANY of us will be there, it is so far away.

:wave2: Darlene

Ct_TiggerFan

08-17-2005, 03:55 PM

Hi all,

Just back from a couple days visiting family in Ala.

Had a great time and turn 48. We are spending the night in Tallahassee Fl. (Residence Inn) Tomorrow we arrive back in WDW(Old Key west)

Looking forward to catch up with some of you at the mini meet

Ed

SeaSpray

08-17-2005, 05:44 PM

Ginny: Sorry that you had to cancel the cruise but it's very understandable. You know, when we all booked this cruise almost a year ago, I wondered how many of us might not be actually able to make the cruise, and sadly some of us have had to cancel. We even came close a few months ago, but as of now, it's full steam ahead for this cruise! :boat:

Ginny and Sandy: Have the BEST time ever on the repo cruise!!!! WOO HOO! Two weeks aboard the Magic!! :cheer2: :banana: :goodvibes :sunny: :flower:

Ed: Glad to hear your vacation is still going so well! Have fun Friday night at the meet! :)

Maggie: Let us know if/when you book this cruise, we'll be glad to have you aboard! :boat:

Andy: Enjoy Family Movie night!! :3dglasses

Sue: I did find that thread, it has a ton of info about Pop Century, thanks! :)

Lyn: Thanks! This is the third time that we're trying for an "adults only" trip to Disney World :earboy2:

Bobby & Cindy, and Darlene & Stan: Did you guys happen to get mail from me within the last month?? I'm hoping they (postcard and card) didn't get lost in the mail :scratchin

Verandah Man

08-17-2005, 08:16 PM

Surprise!!! Surprise!!! Surprise!!! :teeth:

It is 4:30pm on Wednesday August 17th and we are about 34,000 feet above the east coast on our Southwest flight heading to Florida!!! Angelina is sitting by the window listening to her iPod, Hazel is in the center seat listening to her CD player, and I am on the isle seat 2C listening to my Disney CD while I am typing this message. The song I am listening to is “When You Wish Upon a Star” at the moment.

Now I know that everyone thought we had cancelled this trip, and we did, but this past Saturday we decided to give it a try because I started feeling better. My surgeon and my physical therapist both gave me the clearance to make the trip. We will be staying in a Fort Wilderness Cabin at WDW for five nights and flying back home on Monday evening.

Our flight was scheduled to take off at 3:20pm, we actually took off at 3:35pm, which wasn’t bad at all. We are due to arrive at MCO around 5:50pm. My mom will be picking us up at the airport since she will be staying with us at WDW until Monday.

I’m really looking forward to meeting everyone on Friday night at the Trail’s End for the mini DISmeet. I think we are going to have a fun time meeting and getting to know one another before our cruise next August. I have my digital camera with me, so I will be doing my best to get some photos at The DISmeet and will be posting them as soon as I can. Ed had wireless internet service in his FW Cabin last week, so I’m hoping to have some photos posted on Saturday.

We are hitting some rough turbulence, so I’m going to stop typing for now because I’m making too many mistakes, LOL!!!

Later,

Andy

PS, the captain just came on and said we are about 98 miles from MCO and should be landing in about 20 minutes, it is now 5:15pm, so I’m going to sign off and close up my laptop.

Latest Update:
Well, here we are, we are in our FW Cabin, it’s a little after 9pm on Wednesday evening and checking in with y’all!!! :banana:

Ct_TiggerFan

08-17-2005, 08:25 PM

Andy,

Glad to hear you had a safe flight
I'm about 5 hrs away and will be pulling into Old Key West sometime in the mid afternoon

Welcome to fl

Ed

Verandah Man

08-17-2005, 08:42 PM

Andy,

Glad to hear you had a safe flight
I'm about 5 hrs away and will be pulling into Old Key West sometime in the mid afternoon

Welcome to fl

Ed

Thanks Ed!!! I plugged my laptop into the phone jack on the wall and am using my NetZero account to get online. It's a little skow, but at least I was able to get online!!! See you Friday night!!!

Andy

sandygirl

08-17-2005, 10:35 PM

Bobby & Cindy, and Darlene & Stan: Did you guys happen to get mail from me within the last month?? I'm hoping they (postcard and card) didn't get lost in the mail :scratchin
TERRY
No, I didn't see anything in the mail. Oh, I am so sorry that we missed it! Maybe it will show up. I hope so.
Darlene

sandygirl

08-17-2005, 10:38 PM

Have an awesome trip ANDY and a great DisMeet. Give everyone a :grouphug: from me!

Darlene

SeaSpray

08-17-2005, 10:48 PM

TERRY
No, I didn't see anything in the mail. Oh, I am so sorry that we missed it! Maybe it will show up. I hope so.
Darlene

Darlene, I'm going to send you a PM :)

Verandah Man

08-18-2005, 06:56 AM

Good Day Everyone!!!

It’s early Thursday morning (6am) Angelina and my mom are asleep on the Murphy bed in the living room so I can’t get to the phone jack at the present time. I will copy and paste this message on the boards later this morning.

We had a very nice flight, except for the short bit of turbulence we experienced while I was trying to type my message yesterday afternoon, LOL!!!

I think I managed the two airports OK, but my knee is quite sore this morning, so we are going to take it easy today. We have plans on going to the Downtown Disney area and taking in a movie, most likely we’ll be seeing “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory” as my mom and I haven’t seen it yet.

This is the first time we have stayed in a FW Cabin (we stayed in the old FW Homes back in the 80's and early 90's). I really like the Old Americana feel of the décor, it’s like walking back in time, with a modern touch. I will get some photos of the cabin later.

I know Sue, Vicki and Tina are flying in today, so I want to wish them safe travels, as well as Ed and his family as they continue their drive from Alabama. To Bev and her group, I wish you safe travels on Friday.

I guess that’s it for now.

Have a great day everyone!!!

Andy

SeaSpray

08-18-2005, 07:54 AM

Andy: CONGRATS ON MAKING IT TO DISNEY WORLD!! :banana: You know, I had a feeling that you wouldn't miss this meet, if there was any way possible for you to be there!!! :goodvibes :sunny: Don't forget that they rent wheelchairs, you need to take care of that knee! Halfway through our 2001 trip I had an injury which left me unable to walk more than a few feet at a time, and I was very grateful to be able to rent a wheelchair in order to finish our trip. DH and DSs didn't want me to stay behind at the resort! There's no shame in taking a seat, if you need to :) Just take care of yourself, and have a GREAT time! :banana:

Please give everyone there a big hug from me tomorrow night! :grouphug: Tell them "This hug is from SeaSpray!" :grouphug: :earboy2: And give yourself a hug from me too! :hug: :teeth:

Reenieny18

08-18-2005, 09:39 AM

I cant beleive what I just read...GINNY is not going with us... :mad: Please say it isnt so!!!
There should be a rule ..no more CANCELS.. even if you move to FLORIDA..lol
I told her perhaps she can meet us at the RADISSON that FRIDAY for some PARTYING!! Heck forget that lets jsut have the party at GINNY and BOB'S

I am so upset. How do I tell DANIEL....
TERRY, MARYROSE, DORI, no more cancels....

I am having a jewlry party tonight http://www.liasophia.com/shawnaphipps I never have parties like this... but I was hooked on this stuff.. If anyone is interested... ,let me know...

Ok I have to take me SHIH TZu to get groomed.. :dog2:
DARLENE and GINNY and families have a great time.. enjoy the trip to CALIFORNIA... :Pinkbounc

ANdy and family glad you made it to Florida afterall.. SUE are you here in AMERICA.. WELCOME to this side of the POND... :wave:

I go to the DOCTOR this afternoon for my knee at 4pm.. party is at 630,, talk about cutting it close,,lol :confused3

Have a great day..
DOREEN

SeaSpray

08-18-2005, 02:11 PM

Doreen: Thanks so much for the phone call this morning, it was GREAT to hear your voice again :goodvibes And like I told you, we WILL be on this cruise (barring any major catastrophe!) :sunny:

The party at the Radisson the night before sounds like a great idea, and I hope Ginny and her family can make it over! :)

Verandah Man

08-18-2005, 04:52 PM

We just returned to our cabin a little bit ago and our getting ready for dinner. We arrived at the AMC 24 at Downtown Disney about 20 minutes before the movie. We bought our tickets, got some snacks, then went in to get our seats. We sat there for about 30 minutes waiting for the movie to start, when the manager came in and announced that they were having some trouble with the screen and they more moving us across the hall. Once we got settled in, the manager came in and handed everyone a free pass to come back and see another movie. We are thinking of going back on Sunday to see another movie, but we haven’t decided which one we’d like to see.

After we left the AMC , we headed to Kissimmee to the nearest Walmart to pick up a few items for the weekend. While walking around in Walmart my cell phone rang, on the other end was Sue, she said that her and Vicki had just arrived at the Pop Century. I’ll let Sue tell you about her flight when she returns home to South Wales. It was nice to put a voice with a face.

I’m sitting here with an ice pack on my knee trying to get the swelling down, I think I’ve been on it a bit too much today.

Well, dinner is ready, so I’m going to close for now.

Andy

Ct_TiggerFan

08-18-2005, 06:29 PM

Hi All

We have arrived (again), This time at a one bedroom unit at Old Key West Resort.

We love it. The cabins were fun, but this is the living.

Just got back from dinner at Olivias. Just settling in for the night.

Ed

poohbear926

08-18-2005, 10:14 PM

Hi everyone :wave:

What a switch - this is Bev on Lindsay's screen name. There is something wrong with my computer. It keeps kicking me out as soon as I got on. Still packing and had to take a break to say hi and bye to my DIS friends. We have to be at the airport at 5am for our 7am flight. I'm tired but wide awake (no one said I make sense). Have so much to do and so little time. lol

Anyone, hope everyone has a great 2 weeks and please stay well. We'll be back home 9/2/05.

Bev :grouphug:

P.S. I have lots of rooms blocked at the Radisson so e-mail me if you want a room at the Radisson the night before. It's party time. :banana: :banana:
Rates are: standard room $129 + tax
Suite with 1 king size bed and queen sleeper sofa $169 + tax
Suite with 2 king size beds and queen sleeper sofa $189 + tax

SeaSpray

08-19-2005, 12:05 AM

Hey everyone!

It's now official:

:sunny: :sunny: :sunny: ONE YEAR UNTIL THE CRUISE!!! 52 weeks to go!!!!!!!!:boat: :boat: :boat:

Verandah Man

08-19-2005, 08:13 AM

Woo-Hoo!!!!!!!!! One year to go!!!!!!!!

And tonight is the mini DISmeet at Trail's End, to celebrate the fact that we sail away one year from today!!! I'm resting up today for the meet tonight, I did a bit too much waking yesterday, LOL!!!

Welcome back to WDW Ed and Family!!!

On Saturday, we are meeting my brother Pete, his son Peter (who will be flying home with us on Monday) and my brother's girlfriend and her children at Disney Quest, after that we are planning on having dinner at a Dixie Crossroads that has now opened up in the Orlando area. I gotta get my Rock Shrimp before leaving Florida.

Be talkin' with you again later,

Andy

Aurora's Mommy

08-19-2005, 09:25 AM

In honor of the one year pre-anniversary, I figured I should stop lurking and annouce my presence. We too will be cruising on 8/19, our first! It will be me, Denise, the DH, Mark, and our two children Jim (will be 7) and Paige (will be 4). Before anyone asks, Paige would be Aurora, that's because she is absolutely beautiful...when she is asleep!

I can't surf the boards too often, and you all move a bit fast for me! I'm on one day and Andy is just getting his knee surgery, and the next time I log on, he's in WDW (congrats on how well that is working out for you BTW), so you probably won't hear from me too often, but I thought I'd let you know I'm here.

Most of the active participants in this thread seem to have older children. Anyone else out there have younger children? In the, oh I don't know, 4 to 7 year old range.

Anyway, we are about to start another weekend, 4H fairs, birthday parties, other family obligations. I'd better get started!

Verandah Man

08-19-2005, 12:00 PM

Welcome Aboard to the Cruisin' Castaways Cruise Denise and Family, it's nice to have you join us!!!!! We hope you get to post a little more over the next year!!!!!

My mom and I just arrived back at our cabin in FW. We took a ride to fine the Dixie Crossroads here in the Orlando area. It is located on International Drive down the road a bit from Wet n' Wild. The only problem is, my brother was a tiny bit wrong, the DC has NOT opened for business yet, but they should be opening soon, as they had a Hiring Now banner hanging outside the restaurant.

Hazel just spoke with Sue on the phone. Sue and Vicki will be meeting us at our cabin around 4-4:30, then we will all go up to the Trail's End Restaurant together to meet the other cruisers at 6pm for dinner. It will be nice to put some faces with names!!!!!

That's all the news I have for now, will give a more detailed post either tonight after the meet, or tomorrow morning when I log on.

Bye for now,

Andy

SeaSpray

08-19-2005, 07:58 PM

Bev: Thanks so much for calling me from the meet tonight!!! :sunny:

It was WONDERFUL to talk to all of you! Sounded like everyone was having a fantastic time!!! :banana: :grouphug:

Can't wait to hear more about it, and to see the pictures that were being snapped!!! :earboy2:

Denise: Welcome Aboard!! :boat: I know there are many families with younger children who just don't post as often. I think once this cruise gets closer, more and more people will post. Take a look at page one and you can see the ages of the kids of the people who have posted here. :)

Verandah Man

08-19-2005, 10:25 PM

Everyone had a fantastic time at the Trail's End tonight, we had such a BLAST getting to meet everyone. We are all going to have a great cruise next year!!!!!

I have attached one photo below of us DIS'ers, there are more photos to post, but they will be posted after I return home. Tina will be flying home on Saturday, so I'm sure she will be posting and adding more photos.

http://www.verandahman.com/DIS'ers%20at%20Trail's%20End%208-19-05.jpg
Front Row: Barb,Tina and Bev
Back Row: Sue, Karen, Andy and Ed

Verandah Man

08-19-2005, 10:49 PM

I'm going to add one more photo tonight. This is a photo I took of Bev, taking a photo of Tina and Sue, taking a photo of each other, LOL!!! :rotfl2:
http://www.verandahman.com/Bev,%20Sue%20and%20Tina.jpg

Verandah Man

08-20-2005, 07:02 AM

Good Morning Everyone,

Terry--forgot to say last night when I was posting the photos that it was so great to be able to talk to you on Bev's phone. We truly did have a wonderful time getting to meet everyone at the Trail's End, we had so much fun!!!

The Magic leaves today from San Pedro, CA and will be back on her way home, this time next year, we will be arriving on our first of two stops to CC!!!

We're having a late morning here in the cabin today. I'm the only one awake, it was a late night last night, and the rest of my group are still sound asleep. We're meeting my younger brother Pete and his family at Disney Quest early this afternoon, then most likely will be going to Planet Hollywood or somewhere in Downtown Disney for dinner.

Have a great Saturday all!!!

Andy

Reenieny18

08-20-2005, 01:11 PM

WOW, I wish I was there too!!!! :teeth:
Sounds like you all had such a great time there... Terry, how lucky you were to have them call you up too! To bad you didnt 3 way to me at the same time.. SUE I wish I heard your voice... :goodvibes

Laying here with ice on my knee... Dreaming of us leaving in one year... GINNY and DARLENE good luck this week...

TINA when are you coming home? and SANDY where are you???

My jewlery party the other day was a great success.. I get about $356 in free jewelry plus $400 for $60. I liked it so much that I am thinking of being a demonstator... I was so much fun....anyone want me to have a party in their house..lol I need one more to get a kit for free.. I have 4 bookings and I need 5. Great way to travel right?? :banana:

Ok have a great day everyone...

Doreen

Reenieny18

08-20-2005, 01:20 PM

Oh I almost forgot to welcome Aurora's Mommy.... Feel free to join in anytime.. There are many people that are going that have younger children as well...

Your daughter sounds adorable..What part of the country are you in?? are you available for any DIS meets with us.. What deck are you on??

If anyone is interested.. TINA and I are planning one in SYRACUSE on SUNDAY AUG 28th..ALL are welcomed.. :cheer2: :wave2:

Bobby and Cindy is your MIL still going?? my mom is going and is looking forward to meeting some of the SENIOR from our group..

I cant wait to see you guys again...Ask TERRY how emotional I was the other day.. :sad2:

Doreen

castoff

08-20-2005, 06:22 PM

Hello Everyone :wave:
I got home around 3 but I had t lie down. I didn't get much sleep night. By the time I got to the airport this morning my throat was really sore and raw. It has come and hit me like a truck ! I think I have a bad head cold now. :sick: I need to share these photos we you then back to bed for me. I knew Andy would beat me to it. :rotfl2: It was a great time and it just makes me look forward to this cruise even more. o.k enough talking on to the pictures !!
http://i14.photobucket.com/albums/a325/tazzinna/DSCF0341.jpg

From left to Right--Andy's Mom Vi, Barb,Sue, Karen
http://i14.photobucket.com/albums/a325/tazzinna/DSCF0350.jpg
Top Row-Sue,Karen,Andy,Andy,Ed
Bottom Row-Barb,Tina,Bev

castoff

08-20-2005, 06:37 PM

This is where it all started............Sue taking a picture of me while I was taking a picture of Sue then Bev taking a picture of Sue taking a picture of me and me taking a picture of Sue then Andy taking a piture of Bev while taking a picture of us then Ed joins taking a picture. Are you following this? :rotfl2:
http://i14.photobucket.com/albums/a325/tazzinna/DSCF0346.jpg
I caught Vicki off guard. Hopefully she won't know that I posted this. :rolleyes1
http://i14.photobucket.com/albums/a325/tazzinna/DSCF0345.jpg

Verandah Man

08-20-2005, 07:47 PM

Hello Everyone :wave:
I got home around 3 but I had t lie down. I didn't get much sleep night. By the time I got to the airport this morning my throat was really sore and raw. It has come and hit me like a truck ! I think I have a bad head cold now. :sick: I need to share these photos we you then back to bed for me. I knew Andy would beat me to it. :rotfl2: It was a great time and it just makes me look forward to this cruise even more. o.k enough talking on to the pictures !!
http://i14.photobucket.com/albums/a325/tazzinna/DSCF0341.jpg

*From Left to Right--Vi(Andy's mom), Barb,Sue, Karen
http://i14.photobucket.com/albums/a325/tazzinna/DSCF0350.jpg
Top Row-Sue,Karen,Andy,Andy,Ed
Bottom Row-Barb,Tina,Bev

*Tina, there was a correction made in the top photo, that is my mom Vi on the far left, not Jonathan.

I hope you feel better real soon Tina. We met Sue and Vicki this evening for dinner at Planet Hollywood, Angelina and Vicki have hit it off so well!!!

Andy

Ct_TiggerFan

08-20-2005, 07:50 PM

Hi all

Here are some other shots of us taking pics of each other

http://www.geocities.com/councilpres1/CP/PI5Send16.Jpg

and
[http://www.geocities.com/councilpres1/CP/PI5Send27.Jpg

Ed

Verandah Man

08-20-2005, 07:59 PM

Hi Ed--I think we were getting carried away with the photos last night, weren't we??? :rotfl2: :rotfl: :rotfl2:

Verandah Man

08-20-2005, 08:02 PM

I keep forgetting to mention---Sue wanted to shout out an "HELLO" to everyone!!!

Terry---I passed around your hugs last night as well!!!

Andy

castoff

08-20-2005, 08:30 PM

Andy: Sorry about that. I fixed it in the picture. The photo's came out really good. Enjoy the rest of your trip. I hope nobody else gets sick. I am sure it didn't help matters with having to sit on that runway for so long with no air and all those germs. :rolleyes: I hope nobody is flying on Northwest because of the strike I had some problems today..........boy oh boy :rolleyes1

Ed: Have a safe trip back ! You have a lovely family. :sunny:

Reenieny18

08-21-2005, 07:56 AM

Tina thanks for the quick photos... you all looked so great,... nice to put faces to the names.. and you got to put voices with them too...

Sorry your so sick..Get lots of rest.. How was SUE after her long flight over here.. :wave2:

Someone ask about POP CENTURY awhile back.. We stayed there last summer before our cruise and it was awesome. We had prefered room 60's right near the main pool and dining hall...I will have to check my papers to see what room..( Daniel will remember but he is still sleeeping),...
At fist we were on the top floor up and way back.. well those that went cruising with us may recall that is when Karens knee problem started since she fell that day at home leaving for the airport and messed up her knee..so we fought for a closer room.. :banana:

I thought it was great.. For the amt of time your in the room and all...You bassically get the same food as Carribean Beach resort and of course the same service.. If you want a more formal dining arrangement ... go to the other hotels.. The buses ran so freg... that we never noticed a time lag either. And of course it was neat walking the grounds and seeing the old paraphanila*sp from the 60s and 70s and then all the tall replicas of the toys from those eras...

Sue I hope you and VICKI enjoyed it.. I dont think I developed my underwater film yet from there,,lol :rotfl:

OK time to get JACLYN off to work,, my time for the shower..

Doreen

castoff

08-21-2005, 08:22 AM

What a difference a day can make............This was taken from our window on Friday. It is now only 73 outside now.
http://i14.photobucket.com/albums/a325/tazzinna/DSCF0339.jpg

castoff

08-21-2005, 08:29 AM

Doreen: Yes those voices love Sue and Karen's accent. :goodvibes Sue & Vicki were tired but were hanging in there. Sue is a hoot. :rotfl2: She was just cracking me up. Everyone is really nice the only bad thing about it it all...............is wanting the cruise to be NOW so I can spend more time with these people. When you get a chance PM a location on a place to meet so I can let Linda know o.k? Did we pick a time ? I fogot because my head is a little foggy. I am going back to bed soon. My nose just won't stop running. :sick: keep getting the chills.

Reenieny18

08-21-2005, 05:01 PM

Oh no TINA.. this is STATE FAIR week,, and I have a garage sale to do.. that weekend.. I forgot!!! It was supose to be this weekend.. Let me find out what my mom whats to do and if I can still do it for a few hours..

What kind of place do you want to meet at>>
A relaxed place, A Ruby Tuesday place,
A home cooking Place?and what time.... Also... withthe fair going on it may be hard to find a place to go with all the out of town people here... Do we have to RESCEDULE again????

UGGGGG!!!! and with you not feeling well...
DOREEN

Verandah Man

08-21-2005, 09:53 PM

You would not believe the day we had today, if I was to tell you all what happened, you would say, yea right.

We left the cabin at 12:45PM to take a one hour ride north to my mom's place. Well, that one hour ride wound up being a five hour trip. We were about half way to my mom's when her car broke down on I-4. My mom called her brother and he came to the rescue. My uncle had to take my mom and I to Sanford International Airport so we could get a rental car as all the local rental car offices closed a 1pm.

On the way from the airport to where we left Hazel and Angelina waiting for us, my uncle called us to let us know that his truck broke down just as he was getting ready to get on I-4. Luckily, after about five minutes he called and said he got his truck running again. We pulled off I-4, just in time to see all the traffic backed up. A man on a motorcycle had been hit by a car and he was laying in the middle of the road. The police were directing traffic so we were able to get around him just before the ambulance arrived. We picked up Hazel and Angelina then were back on the road again, by now it was 5:30pm. We arrived at my mom's at 6pm, and pulling in behind us was my uncle and nephew. After we got our wits about us, we drove to CJ's Seafood House and got a bite of dinner. To my surprise the restaurant had Rock Shrimp, of course, that's what I ordered.

Well, that in a nutshell, was our day. We arrived back at our cabin here at 10:15pm and I'm now waiting until 12:01am so I can check us in for our Southwest flight home Monday afternoon!!!

My mom gave Sue a call as I was typing this message, we are picking Sue and Vicki up tomorrow morning and taking them out to brunch before heading over to the airport. BTW, we rented a nice 7 passenger mini-van. My mom's car will be going in the shop tomorrow afternoon. My uncle thinks the fuel pump went on my mom's car. I'm just glad it happened today, and not on Monday as we were heading for the airport!!!

Happy Trails from Fort Wilderness!!! :wave2:

castoff

08-22-2005, 08:36 AM

Andy: Sorry you had to go through that ! I agree on the bright side it didn't happen on the way to the airport ! I have never heard of rock shrimp......What is the difference? :confused3 Tell everyone I said "Hi" Have a safe flight home !

Doreen: I understand completely ! Sent you a PM

Welcome to all the new people recently........This is a fun group. Join in anytime.

I have to have more bloodwork taken today :faint: Friday I find out results and next step. I was also suppose to lose 5-10 lbs. hmmm don't think that happened.

mickeymom923

08-22-2005, 04:29 PM

Hello everyone - live from the Carnival Glory. :sunny: It was great meeting everyone Friday at Trail's End. We had such a good time. Tina - I owe you :rotfl2: .

The limo ride was great. I surprised everyone by hiring an Excursion stretch limo to take us to Port Canaveral. We're having fun but this is not Disney :sad2: Enjoyed our one night stay at the Pop. Very interesting.

Gotta go get ready for dinner.

Hope everyone is fine and will post when I return on the 2nd.

HELLO TO ALL MY DIS FRIENDS :grouphug:

Bev ::MickeyMo

Verandah Man

08-22-2005, 08:27 PM

Monday 8/22/05--3:00pm

Here we are sitting in the Orlando Airport waiting to board our 4:25pm flight home. We had a very nice breakfast buffet meal this morning with Sue and Vicki. After breakfast, we took Sue and Vicki back to Pop Century, then we headed for the airport. This was the “third” time we said good-bye to Sue and Vicki since Friday night, LOL!!!. Sue and Vicki are both very charming ladies, and we can’t wait to spend our dinner meals with them on the August 2006 cruise.

I had a minor fall this morning as my mom and I were arriving back at our cabin after making a trip to buy my nephew a Fort Wilderness t-shirt to wear home on our flight. I reached the top step, but could not get my right foot all the way to the top step. My sneaker got caught under the lip of the top step, and down I went onto the deck landing. I just laid there and started laughing. The more I tried to get up, the harder I laughed. My nephew Peter (age 12) came running out of the cabin to help my mom get me up. I was able to get turned over to push myself up, but I started laughing even harder, by now, my mom was laughing as well. I was finally able to grab a hold of the rail that runs along the deck, and pull myself up. What a way to end our trip. The only that got hurt was my pride, although I did scrape my right leg. When I told Sue what had happened, she told me to get on the plane today and take it easy, I think I will do just that, LOL!!!

Monday 8/22/05--8:55pm

We arrived home about 30 minutes ago, we had a very nice flight home and are happy to be back in our humble abode, SAFE and SOUND!!! I'm sitting here icing my knee down and eating a sandwich. I miss everyone already.

Hi Bev--enjoy your cruise!!!

Sue--when you finally get to read this, I just wanted you to know how much we enjoyed sharing time and meals with you and Vicki over the weekend. Angelina said to say HI to Vicki.

Andy

DisneyPoly

08-22-2005, 08:52 PM

Please add the Pontarelli Family ("Disneypoly") to the list of 8/19/06 cruisers!!!! :boat:

We just sailed on the 8/14 Wonder and booked next year's cruise with the onboard incentive. We weren't sure what date to sail next year, and we're going to sail on the 12th, but after visiiting the Board and seeing all of you crusing on the 19th, I quickly called Disney and changed our dates.

Castoff .... so glad to see you sailing again. When visiting Castaway Cay we were talking about your wedding. Also, our great time at Palo's with everyone.

We're all doing the happy dance :banana:

Tony, Maureen, DS Anthony (17), DD Carla (14), DS Nicholas (12) and DD Madeline (8) -- we have late dining.

Ct_TiggerFan

08-22-2005, 09:15 PM

Welcome aboard DisneyPoly (http://www.disboards.com/member.php?u=28582) vbmenu_register("postmenu_9662141", true);

My family. dw(beth) me(ed) and dd(caitlin) will be 9 at time of cruise

Had a great time at mini meet, fun meeting all.

Last night had a fun Illumation cruise with another Dis faimly, Barb and her son was also on board. Very enjoyable.

Well here it is Monday the 22nd. Sad faces around as we load the car and start the drive home.

This eveing we are in a fairfield inn.(orangebreg SC) (What a mistake)
Marriot will here from me. We booked a King executive room.
We told by the rep on phone , King bed was in a separate room from sleeper sofa. Got here after driving 410 miles to find it was not. Drove thur 3 thunderstorms with blinding rain on the way.

Oh well Tomorrow on the way to VA

Happy trails all.

Ed

Verandah Man

08-22-2005, 09:30 PM

DisneyPoly--welcome aboard to the Cruisin' Castaways 2006 Cruise, we're a fun bunch!!!!! We do have several families that are linked up for late dining, if you'd like to join the group, give a shout here on the thread. It's been so long, I actually forget who it is that are linked together. It's called having a senior moment, LOL!!!

Ed--sorry to hear about your travel problems, here's some :wizard: for the rest of your journey. It's so nice to be back home, it will even be nicer when I get to crawl in my own bed tonight!!!

castoff

08-22-2005, 10:08 PM

DisneyPoly: Welcome Aboard ! I am doing the happy dance with you. :banana: :banana: Can you believe it's already been 9 months? No kids on this cruise they will have there own vacation. We also have late dining. zach&alexmom is also going on this cruise. With this many people think you might be up for Dis Tag. :rotfl2: Please don't be a stranger Maureen and tell Anthony that Chuck and I say "Hello"

Andy:Glad you made it home safely not so sure about your knee though. Really hope you start to take it easy there Andy. :wizard: I really enjoyed meeting your family. I haven't brought myself to touch the goodies because they are just to cute. :goodvibes Thanks again :flower:

Bev:Thanks for the update ! Enjoy your trip. Even though it's not Disney, I still hope you have a "Magical" time. :goodvibes Don't worry Bev........you don't owe me anything. :rotfl2:

Verandah Man

08-22-2005, 10:14 PM

Tina--I still think lime green hair would have went perfect with your lime green top, LOL!!! It was great meeting you and your mom as well!!! We still have a few "goodies" left here as well, but they "WILL" be eaten soon!!!

Isn't Sue a riot, we had so much fun sharing the past few days together. If my mom gets her car fixed in time, she is hoping to be able to drive back to WDW and meet up with Sue again before Sue and Vicki head home to Wales.

maggie mfg

08-23-2005, 09:35 AM

DisneyPoly

08-23-2005, 09:49 AM

Verandah Man ... we would love to be added to the dinner link ... the more the merrier I always say!

Tina ... I can't believe 9 months has passed ... I wish we would have had the forethought to plan our cruise last week while sailing in November, but ... oh well :rolleyes:

We are all looking forward to a 7 night, although I'm a little skeptical about the August sailing date re: the weather. Last week's cruise was beautiful and very, very calm seas. In fact, the weather in the Bahamas, was cooler than in Central Florida.

I'm going to enjoy counting down with everyone and certainly am up for a game of DIS Tag!

Verandah Man

08-23-2005, 10:20 AM

SeaSpray

08-23-2005, 04:27 PM

Hi everyone :)

I have not been feeling well the last couple of days, especially today, so I apologise for not keeping up with the thread!

First of all: TINA! I am so sorry I didn't call you back yesterday. When is a good time for me to call you?? My sister is in the hospital and I was talking to my niece (her daughter, they live in NJ) when you called me. You didn't sound too good yourself, your cold is still pretty bad, huh :(

Andy: Sorry about that fall. *ouch* But you know, I have to say that I love your attitude, and you poor thing, when I was reading your post, I could just picture you falling and then laying there laughing hysterically! I SO can't wait to meet you and Hazel and Angelina :sunny: How is your knee feeling today? Oh, and do you know if I am linked to the late-dining crowd?? I don't remember if I ever sent you my reservation # or not :scratchin I know Doreen will want to be included too. I *think* hers and ours are already linked, but I have a really bad memory so I'm not sure.

Disney Poly: Welcome to the thread and cruise! I have DSs the same age as your 2 older ones. My DSs are 17 and 14 now, will be 18 and 15 on the cruise. Looking forward to meeting you and your family :)

Ed: I'm glad you had such a wonderful vacation. :) Have a safe trip home!

Ct_TiggerFan

08-23-2005, 07:33 PM

Hi all,

Day 2 from the road. Toady we started the day in SC and drove thur SC, NC and spending the night in Roanoke Va

Tomorrow we will see the natural Bridge and Luray Caveens and other sites before heading for Maryland.

Had one delay today, a major accident shut down the roadway in Charoltee NC. Took out the maps and a hour detour and we were back on the way.

Ed

DisneyPoly

08-23-2005, 08:45 PM

Hi everyone!

Verandah Man ... sent you a p.m. with ressie info.

SeaSpray ... thanks for the note. I'm looking forward to meeting everyone and having a great time!

:wave2:

Verandah Man

08-23-2005, 09:18 PM

Hi everyone!

Verandah Man ... sent you a p.m. with ressie info.

SeaSpray ... thanks for the note. I'm looking forward to meeting everyone and having a great time!

:wave2:

Maureen--I wrote your ressie number down, we will be calling DCL in the morning to add you on.

Terry--I remember a while back that about 11 of us turned our ressie numbers in and someone linked us all together for late dining dinner. I'm guessing, but I think it might have been Doreen who called. I'll have to try and go back through the thread, or, Doreen if you read this, are you the one that linked all our dinner ressies together a few months ago?

Verandah Man

08-24-2005, 09:16 AM

Hi everyone!

Verandah Man ... sent you a p.m. with ressie info.

SeaSpray ... thanks for the note. I'm looking forward to meeting everyone and having a great time!

:wave2:

Good Morning Maureen,

Hazel called DCL this morning while I was at PT and got your ressies added in with the group. The CM Hazel spoke with said we have about 11 or 12 ressies now linked together for dinner, so we should be taking up quite a few tables in our rotation next August!!!

Andy

Aurora's Mommy

08-24-2005, 12:10 PM

We're not actually booked yet on this particular cruise, but I've posted a couple of messages and the responses have been helpful. We're considering two dates in August. I'm waiting to hear back from my Board of Ed. I'm a little worried the 8/19 cruise is cutting it too close to the start of school.

When I do book I wanted to be prepared with my insurance decision and dinner seating. I'm probably going with the Costco quote and they also offer insurance at what seems to be a great deal and meets my expectations. Is there an advantage to booking directly w/ Disney vs. Costco? I've been finding Costco very helpful.

Costco suggested taking the 2nd dinner seating. That way you can bring the kids to a "special" early buffet, take in the 6:30 show, drop off the kid's at the club & then go to the late dinner. I hadn't considered that and wasn't sure what this "special" buffet was. I'm not sure I'd want to do that every night. Your dining assignment is for the entire duration, correct?

Thanks again for all your help. Hopefully, we'll be able to firm up our decision soon. Maggie

Hey Maggie, I went ahead and booked the 8/19 cruise based on the fact that our school district seems to be starting,at least the last couple of years, the Monday before Labor Day. It does make it a bit tight getting back (ship arrives in port on Sat AM, we have to be back in PA Mon AM, a leisurely drive back is not an option!). From what I understand, if we do have to change the date, like when the official 2006-07 school year calendar comes final out in February, we should be able to do it at no cost. I'm sure that is only up to a certain point, but you might want to check with your travel agent, but you would hate to miss out on any early booking discounts, too.

As for dining rotation, I'm pretty sure you have to stick with early or late, although you do have some flexibility if you eat at Palo one night. I would have preferred the late seating, because 6 really is a little early for us to eat, but it was pointed out to me that the 8:30 seating isn't going to be over until 10 or later, and that really is too late for the kids. As for feeding the kids at the buffet, the kid's club will take the kids to the buffet, but if I did, and then went to the 8:30 seating, I would end up eating 2 meals!

Aurora's Mommy

08-24-2005, 12:21 PM

Hey DisneyPoly, where are you in Bucks Co.? We're over here in Newtown.

DisneyPoly

08-24-2005, 02:12 PM

Aurora's Mommy ... we're neighbors! :chat:

We live in Holland. Our children also go back to school prior to Labor Day. :teacher:

We are planning to disembark the ship and take the Auto Train home on that Saturday. We find the Auto Train works best for us as the kids don't like to fly.

How old are your children? :wave2:

maggie mfg

08-24-2005, 05:28 PM

Thanks Aurora's Mommy. I'll know this week about 2006 schedule. I have a friend on the Board of Ed. Our schedule usually isn't published 'til the winter too. There's been a push to start school earlier. With all the snow days, our kids have been getting out later and later. June 28th this year! Really would like to firm up my plans.....Maggie

Reenieny18

08-24-2005, 08:55 PM

Yes, ANDY , it was me some time ago that linked the RESSIE together... We have you and my family, Sue, Terry and her family, Tina, Lynn and her friend Dori and any9one else that was linked to those people. All we have to do to be linked is to give one of us your RESSIE number and than call DCL dining and ask to be linked up!!

Anyone that has late seating thats wants to be linked together.. Hook up with us...all that means is that during the the dining rotations we will be stting near one another and at the same dining rooms WAHOO!! :cheer2: :banana: Anyone from this cruise that wants EARLY dining and to sit with other DISERS,... hook up with BOBBY or MARY ROSE since they have early sitting....

MAGGIE.. last year we were on the AUG 28th cruise and we were on it for an extra 3 days.. luckily our school starts the Wednesday after LABOR DAY..You can't plan on the weather but you hope for the best.. Please try to join us.. we are a fun bunch.. I have a 16 yr old daughter and 12 yr old son (17 &13) at cruise time.

Ed, I hope you have a better time getting home.. :moped: drive safely...

Doreen

Reenieny18

08-24-2005, 09:10 PM

TINA, I sent you a PM..

TERRY,, I hope your feeling better soon.. :goodvibes

Tonight Marty took me out to dinner for our ANNIVERSARY.. 3 whole years.. The kids gave us a card and wrote out the words like the "Waiters" on the ship sang it to us last yr with " HAPPY VERSRY TO YOU, HAPPY VERSRYTO YOU"... what memories...

and I even had Prime rib for dinner too... just like last year!! :cloud9:

The NY STATE FAIR starts here tomorrow... we get invaded with all walks of life.. but it does boost our economy.. Does anyone come to see it?? It about a 15 min car ride from my house..

Andy how is your moms car?? :moped:

Doreen

Reenieny18

08-24-2005, 09:17 PM

Update on HurricanUpdate on Hurricane Hilary's path

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As you all may have heard the Magic has been rerouted to Manzanillo due to 15 ft waves in Cabo. Our captiain decided that with the tendering it would be too dangerous to stop. Therefore we are on another sea day and will hit Manzanillo Tuesday where we get to dock (Yeah!). Captian Tom has assured us that as we proceed further south we will smaller and smaller waves/swells. Anyway, just wanted to write since I hadn't seen anything yet. Quite possible might be something on another thread but haven't heard of any injuries although the ship was rocking and rolling from the night before. For those of you back there, maybe this will make you feel better about being on land. Right now although the swells are getting better, my stomach wishes it was back on land.

ALso, have taken lots of pixs but haven't been able to download with our laptop. If anyone has seen pixs please pm me and let me know who's doing it. Would love to learn how they did it. Wasn't sure if it was us or the system. Others seem to be having the same problem. Gotta go the line for the computers is getting long again.
Laura

e Hilary's path As posted from LIVE FROM BRINGING HOME THE MAGIC!!

Ct_TiggerFan

08-24-2005, 09:22 PM

Doreen,

The ride home has gotten better, thanks for asking

Today we started in VA and are ending in VA.

We decided to take it slow today. Visited the Natural Bridge and Luray Cavernns. We loved the area so much we decided to stay overnight. Found a great local resturanrt(Stake place). Best road meal we have had in a while. Dan's Restraunat in Luray VA.

Tomorrow we drive to home(375 miles to go).

We may make it, unless we decide to stop at hershey Pa.

Time will tell.

Ed

Verandah Man

08-24-2005, 09:26 PM

I called my mom earlier this evening just as she was walking out the door to go pick her car up from the shop. It wasn't the fuel pump after all, it turned out to be an electrial problem.

Reenieny18

08-24-2005, 09:48 PM

Andy I was waiting for you to say it was " I ran out of FUEL" :rotfl:

Ed.. I have heard that is a wonderful place...All the times I have been to VIrginia this year.. I have never been there..one of these days... Glad things are better for you and your family.. :teeth:

Doreen

Verandah Man

08-24-2005, 09:51 PM

Andy I was waiting for you to say it was " I ran out of FUEL" :rotfl:

Doreen

No, we still had a half a tank of gas when the car died on us. :rotfl:

castoff

08-24-2005, 10:42 PM

Aurora's Mommy: I guess I should feel lucky that my kids don't start school till Thursday after Labor Day. I still have school shopping to do.

Maureen: I know what you mean about feeling skeptical. First time for us going in August and watching the weather channel now. :earseek: It only means everything will be fine for us next year. By the way...........are you getting cruise insurance? :rolleyes1

Terry:Not a problem, I understand. Hope all is well with your family. Will be sending you a PM when I am done posting.

Andy: Glad they found the problem with your Mom car now is it all fixed? The goodies are gone :( I needed them. Thank you :)

Ed: Your trip sounds so familar to me. Last month we drove from the Catskills to Gatlinburg. We also stopped at the Natural Bridge to break up the trip. It is so beautiful. On our way back to NY we spent the night in Hershey PA. I remember saying to myself after we got home now I need a vacation. :rotfl2: It was such a long drive.

Doreen: Do you believe I have never been to the state fair? I guess I just never had any interest in it. I bet the traffic is nuts ! I am really coughing up a storm now. Yes I know I probaly have bronchitis at this point. I tell ya my immune system is just to low. Will see what doctor has to say on Friday.

castoff

08-24-2005, 10:44 PM

Here is a picture of the Natural Bridge when we saw it last month.
http://i14.photobucket.com/albums/a325/tazzinna/DSCF0259.jpg

Verandah Man

08-25-2005, 07:22 AM

Here is a picture of the Natural Bridge when we saw it last month.
http://i14.photobucket.com/albums/a325/tazzinna/DSCF0259.jpg

Tina--take care of yourself there girl and get better soon. Hazel and I stopped to see the Natural Bridge and Luray Caverns back in 1977 on our way home after taking Hazel's grandmother back home to Tennessee. Your photo looks just like one that I took, only Hazel was in my photo, LOL!!!

castoff

08-25-2005, 08:15 AM

Andy: Lol Now that I look at picture closer it makes me laugh to see Jonathan & Brooke's pose like Tada........... :rotfl2: It was weird that we were the ONLY ones there. We had the whole place to ourselves ! We wen't right in when it opened up. I think it was a fluke. The kids have a couple of appointments this afternoon that they can't miss I am hoping to get a nap in between them. The nights are the worse.

Since nobody has mentioned................I will :teeth: What are the odds that we will be this lucky next year of no" H#**($@#& "it's like snow I can't spell it out. lol Kinda glad it wasn't this year.

maggie mfg

08-25-2005, 08:33 AM

we are a fun bunch..

Thanks, Doreen. You certainly sound like a fun-loving group....Hoping to be able to make my plans after we come back from the weekend. Maggie

DisneyPoly

08-25-2005, 10:14 AM

Tina ... absolutely getting the insurance. My parents were supposed to cruise with us last week and my Mom hurt her leg and had to have surgery ... thank God we had the insurance, as we had to cancel them out 7 days before and we are getting 100% of their money back.

You can never count on the weather, as last year there was a hurricane the week of August 14th and this year we sailed with very calm waters. Hopefully this week next year will be prove to be a lot calmer than those waters right now!

I'm sorry to hear you are sick, I hope you are feeling yourself again soon :sunny:

Have a great day :wave2:

Reenieny18

08-25-2005, 01:25 PM

Yes, Tina,, SUNDAY is out for our MINI DIS meet. You have to get better first..

You have never been to the FAIR?? WOW!! I guess its like a yearly thing around here.. but than again its in our back yard.. We go 3-4 times when its here..

DISNEYPOLY you were on the cruise the week or two before we went last yr.. We did get hit by HURRICCAINE FRANCES.. but CAPT TOM.. kept us very safe.. He is the same CAPT on the RETURN cruise from CALIFORNIA now.. LUCKY people.. They are getting hit by some waves of 30 ft high and had to miss CABO.. but CAPT TOM will keep them safe, just like he kept us safe last yr... :teeth:

TERRY,.. hope all is well with your family too.

Today MARTY and his family had a CANCER meeting to find out what will be happening to his mom... She will need a port inserted and will start CHEMO after the WEDDING next weekend.. We need :wizard: to get MARTY through this....

DOREEN

SeaSpray

08-26-2005, 06:32 AM

:sunny: :boat:51 weeks to go!!! :boat: :sunny:

WOO YOO, we are UNDER a year now!! :cool1:

I am off to the Jersey Shore this morning. Will be back the middle of next week. Take care everyone! :wave2: :grouphug:

Verandah Man

08-26-2005, 08:56 AM

Have a safe and enjoyable trip Terry!!!

Thanks for the countdown, under one year to go!!!!! :banana: :banana: :banana:

Ct_TiggerFan

08-26-2005, 07:06 PM

Terry,

Thanks for the countdown

Hi all,
Well after some delays on the way home.
We are here. Arrived today around noon. Decided to spend last night in Scanton Pa instead of driving the last 3 hours at night.

Yesterday morning we decided to explore parts of skyline drive. This added many hours to the drive but was worth it.

Verandah Man

08-26-2005, 09:24 PM

Welcome Home Ed, Beth and Caitlin!!! That must have been some three week trip!!! It was nice getting to meet you at Trail's End on the 19th!!!

Andy

Ct_TiggerFan

08-26-2005, 09:51 PM

Thanks Andy

It was fun meeting some of the dis cruisers at the mini meet on the 19th. I am uploading the pics from this trip and will post a link soon.

Yes it is a 3 week trip to remember.

From Amtrak Autotrain to Skyline Drive
Many Disney charature shots and Natural Bridge and Luray Caveens.

florida sun

08-27-2005, 02:06 PM

hi guys

here we are at disney quest, we havent had chance to read all the posts but have seen some of the photos. cant stay long but just to say meeting you all at the dis was fantastic and we had a great night.

andy, hope the flight home was good, fantastic meeting you and hazel, angelina and vi. we will be in touch asap, take care all, speak real soon.

sue and vicki

newholidayx2

08-27-2005, 03:40 PM

MoranClan

08-28-2005, 07:58 AM

Hello Everyone..

one year ago we departed on our 10 day unscheduled cruise...

Just thinking of everyone.....

Bobby

DisneyPoly

08-28-2005, 09:01 AM

Hey Sue - no fair - Jon & I are already home - wahhh. Nice meeting you (and everyone) at the DISmeet and at Soarin and at Innoventions. Continue to have fun
Trying to get another trip planned in the next 6months - Next August is too far away.

Dave's doing wonderful - he looks great. He's lost 30lbs and is feeling good.

Does anyone know anything about Hashimoto's thyroiditis? Came home from WDW today to find a letter from my doctor, prescription and a third bloodwork (already tested in June and Aug) to be done 4-6wks after starting this drug. Looking it up on the internet but has anyone ever heard of it?

Hi there!

My mother has Hashimoto's disease. It's a form of an underactive thyroid. I have hypothyroidism, we both take Synthroid. My mother, however, has a "goiter" on her thyroid and therefore she needs to be checked for that every year to be sure that it doesn't grow. We both go every 6 months for blood work just to be sure the Synthroid is doing its job. During and following my last pregnancy, my dosage had be to adjusted as my hormones were changing.

Have you been on any thyroid medicine previously?

Maureen

newholidayx2

08-28-2005, 03:08 PM

Hi Maureen - this is the first time Ive been on thyroid medication. Doc did prescribe it for a yr so we'll see how I do

sitting here surfing the DIS listening to Off Kilter - they are really good
Caught a few British Invasion acts last week too
Also had the chance to briefly see Sweat & Shears (real name?) the night we were heading to the new Lights Camera Action stunt show at MGM
God I wish I was still at WDW!

ElliotFan

08-28-2005, 06:23 PM

Hey everyone!

Bev: I tried to PM you about a room at the Radisson, but got a message that you were out of space and could not accept new messages currently.

Doreen: Don't worry, I have no plans to cancel this cruise. In fact, sometime this next month I need to get the air travel taken care of. (The cruise is already paid.) My current burning question is whether to stay at WDW Resort for a few days after the cruise or not. (And if so, where?)

The mini-DISmeeters: Loved the pictures! Wish I could have been there. It sounds like everyone had a good time. I'm glad that everyone got home safely.

Well, this last week has been absolutely crazy (again). I know that some of you jokingly point out that at least my life isn't boring, but quite frankly, I think that I could go for a couple of weeks of "Boring" at this point.

I spent this last week not as second-in-command, but as team lead. The lead was on vacation for the week. It just reinforced my desire to not be a manager. (There is a reason that a friend of mine refers to work as "adult day-care".) I am SOOO glad that the lead will be back tomorrow.

On Thusday night Devin, my mom and I all went over to Seattle to see "Annie" on stage at the Paramount Theater. I got season tickets to "Broadway at the Paramount" for Mom and I as an early birthday/Christmas present for her this year. It includes five plays over the next year. Mom had taken me to see "Annie" when it first came off Broadway. (I wasn't much older than Devin at the time.) Since it is such a good play, I got an extra ticket for Devin and took him along. There is one other play in the series that I'm going to take him to - "Wicked". It's the story of Glenda the Good and the Wicked Witch of the West before Dorothy comes to Oz. It's supposed to explain a lot of things, like where the Ruby Slippers came from. I'm so glad that Devin has developed a liking for theater. In spite of the fact that we missed the 10:30 PM ferry home by about 20 minutes and had to wait for the 12:50 AM boat. He still thought that it was "worth it!"

Then on Friday morning we had to be at the junior high by 9 AM (after getting to bed at 2:30 AM) to pick up Devin's class schedule, have school pictures done, get a locker assignment, etc. School starts on the Tueday after Labor Day. I felt like a walking pocket-book. The only thing they needed me for was to sign a couple of forms and to write several checks. By the time we got everything done and hit the drive-through for lunch, we didn't get back home until 1 PM. (And then I got to log in and work for the rest of the afternoon - I was one whooped puppy that night.)

Yesterday we went up to the county fair with my friend, Doug, and his daughters. (Doreen, I understand about having the fair in your backyard. I live 1/2 mile down the road from the county fairgrounds.) We bought the kids all-you-can-ride passes and turned them loose in the 'spin-and-puke' area (as Doug calls it), while we enjoyed ourselves wandering around the fair and catching up with each other. The kids located us before the appointed meeting time for dinner complaining about being hungry already. We passed out dinner money and made arrangements to meet up again in an hour. It was nice to have some uninterrupted time to catch up with each other.

Today I am trying to take it easy and recouperate before I have to dig into the work situation again tomorrow. I hope that everyone is well.

Dori :cool1:

newholidayx2

08-29-2005, 06:22 AM

what a sad sad day - its back to work today - havent been there since Aug 11th - boss is on vacation this wk so thats a good thing
I read a post on the Budget board about airfare from Hartford to Orlando roundtrip at the cost of $116.90 11/30-12/4 (Wed-Sun). DH agreed that its a great rate. Only thing is Im out of vacation time until Jan 1st. Told DH Id take the days w/out pay. Kinda defeats the low airfare though. He said "talk to my boss". Well maybe I'll start looking after Jan 1st - give myself a Christmas present!
Im now ready to start saving up all my vacation time though for just WDW

Ct_TiggerFan

08-29-2005, 10:18 AM

Yep,

Sad day here too, My first day back since Aug 3rd.
Boy did I hate that alarm going off this morning.

Came into work, and they was many glad faces I was back. Gee at least its nice to be missed.
As they put it, it was a rough 3 weeks for them.

Well only another 500 emails to go though and I will be caught up

back to work

Ed

Verandah Man

08-29-2005, 10:40 AM

Well, I still have about another four weeks before I will be going back to work. Therapy is going good and the swelling is going down, the hematoma is hardly noticeable now, which makes me feel better. I'm still having trouble going up stairs, but we are working on getting the strength back in my right leg.

Ed--have you heard from your brother in Alabama? How is he fairing with Hurricane Katrina?

Ct_TiggerFan

08-29-2005, 11:01 AM

Havent heard from the group in the south yet.
Normally it will take a day or two if the power is out before We will hear anything.

This is normal

newholidayx2

08-29-2005, 12:55 PM

OMG OMG OMG - take a look at my signature! I just booked a return trip to WDW for Feb 5-10 on pts - may work on getting cash discount for either/both of those wknds - ahhhh - Im going to Disney, Im going to Disney, Im going to Disney :Pinkbounc :Pinkbounc :Pinkbounc

well I may change those dates and wait till end of March. I know it will be busier but a friend and her daughter will already be there. They may extend their vacation and stay w/me to do Disney! DH says "go for it, show them how nice the WL is"

Ct_TiggerFan

08-30-2005, 08:29 AM

Congrats Barb on the planned return trip.

Morning all, well its a dark, stormy morning here in CT,
Hot and Humid too, almost feels like I'm still in Fl. :rotfl2: , only I can't see the castle from here.

Mickeys's philharmagic has turned into me playing my Itunes.
and the run a way train is a drive to work on I-95

Hi ho hi ho its off to work I go ...

catch you all later.

Ed

Aurora's Mommy

08-30-2005, 12:08 PM

Hey all, wish I could commiserate on the coming back from vacation blues, but I didn't take off any appreciable time this summer. B/c the cruise, all totaled, will take up what we normally budget for one summer vacation, we decided just to do day trips and long weekends this summer. Unfortunately, circumstances prevented those day trips and long weekends! We're trying to correct that problem with a trip "down the shore" this weekend, so maybe next Tuesday I can be empathize with those back-to-work blues!

Well, anyway, thanks for attending my pity party :rolleyes: , but the real reason I'm posting is to ask if anyone has taken advantage of the companion-ticket reward from the Disney Chase Visa. I got the voucher in the mail, and I'm curious about a couple of things. First of all, if I'm reading correctly, I understand that I will get my fare at a set rate (which was reasonable) and then a companion fare free. Can I book more than two tickets (for the kids), and will those fares be the same, or will they try to soak me for alot more? Also, what airlines are these tickets on, and are the times flexible, or are they the 6AM flights out of Orlando that no body wants?

If anyone has any insight, I would appreciate it. Thanks!

Verandah Man

08-30-2005, 12:26 PM

Sorry Denise, I can't help with this question as I usually book our flights with Southwest (Philadelphia) or Spirit (Atlantic City). I remember reading something about the companion-ticket, but I didn't pay much attention to it.

Ct_TiggerFan

08-30-2005, 09:36 PM

Ed--have you heard from your brother in Alabama? How is he fairing with Hurricane Katrina?

Spoke with my family in Alabama,

All are safe, a few trees and fences down around the house.
The power is out. They rode out the storm in Moblie. About 90 mile an hour winds.

They have a generator and expect power to be restored in a couple of days

Verandah Man

08-30-2005, 10:02 PM

Spoke with my family in Alabama,

All are safe, a few trees and fences down around the house.
The power is out. They rode out the storm in Moblie. About 90 mile an hour winds.

They have a generator and expect power to be restored in a couple of days

WOW!!! Thanks for the update Ed, I was wondering today how your brother and his family made out. Katrina's rains are now hitting our area, and it's supposed to get worse on Wednesday, we will be in a tornado watch for Wednesday as well.

Just ran out to get some gas in the car. I was just watching the FOX 10 o'clock News and saw that gas prices are supposed to jump by 15 to 40 cents a gallon overnight. I found one station open that was still selling regular gas at $2.53 a gallon. I rode past other stations that were already closed for the night and their prices were at $2.70 a gallon. I had a half a tank in the car, so 5.5 gallons cost me $14.00 and Hazel just filled up the car three days ago. Many others must have been watching the 10 o'clock news as well, there were at least 50 cars lined up at the gas station when I got there. The cars were already lined out on the major roadway leading up to the station.

Andy

DMMarla07860

08-31-2005, 12:18 AM

I don't come on her often, but I'm going on this cruise it will be me and my dad because my mom doesn't like vacation's, well I'm feeling a little left out because I missed this whole thread and don't fell like reading all 300 and something pages and also, can I still get to know people that are going one this cruise even if my dad doesn't post on the dis boards? I'm 18 and I get along great with everyone at every age, and I love the "Bahama Mama", yes my dad and mom do let me have a drink or two of a special day's like birthday's or the first day of a cruise, I love the most Bahama Mama, mudslides, and mike's hard lemonade, only had drinks three times so far through high school unlike my friends

newholidayx2

08-31-2005, 05:57 AM

ahhh - my baby just left for EIGHTH grade! where did the time go?

dmmarla - welcome aboard - its never too late to get to know us

Andy - I havent filled up my gas tank yet but will take time today to do so. There's an email thread (real life, not DIS) going around that we are to not get gas on Thurs Sept 1st.
yup we've been having rain here too. With any luck it wont be raining when those kids get home from their 1st day of school

Ed - glad your family's safe

Verandah Man

08-31-2005, 06:44 AM

Angelina doesn't start back to school until September 8th, our school district always starts the first Thursday after Labor Day. Angelina goes to the same high school that Hazel and I both graduated from. I'm just a home town boy, what can I say.

Ct_TiggerFan

08-31-2005, 07:51 AM

Caitlin's school dosnt start to Sept 6 this year.

Constuction at the High school is delaying start for all grad
My girl is started thrid grade this year, yep time is flying fast.

DMMarla07860

08-31-2005, 08:04 AM

I don't start school till the 6th and also here is a thread i made for teens and kids to post on if they are going on this cruise, only teens and kids http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?p=9762942#post9762942

DisneyPoly

08-31-2005, 09:02 AM

Andy ... did you see on Fox News where they said the gas prices may be as high as $4.00 per gallon in the coming week? Unfortunately, there isn't much we can do about it.

My children went back to school yesterday ... hard to believe where the summer went.

Hopefully today the rain won't be too bad, as we tend to get flooded when it comes down too fast.

My thoughts and prayers are with all of those in the South who are trying to survive and recover from this terrible hurricane!

Take care!

Maureen

Verandah Man

08-31-2005, 11:43 AM

Yes Maureen I saw that, but I thought the man the reporter was talking to said it might be $4.00 in three to four weeks. Only time will tell I guess.

On my way to PT at 8:30 this morning I passed a Lukoil station and the price for regular was $2.65 a gallon. On my way home at 11:00am the price for reuglar gas at the same station was $2.75 a gallon. Luckily, the office I had to go to was only five minutes from my house, so I didn't even turn the air on in the car, gotta save where ever we can now. I'm also glad I locked in the price, this past Spring, for my heating oil for our house for this coming winter, I can only imagine what that is going to cost. If I remember correctly, I think the price I locked in was for $2.19 a gallon, I also had my oil tank filled the end of June, so we will start the heating season with a full tank.

Verandah Man

08-31-2005, 01:28 PM

Just wanted to add this link on our thread for those who might not have seen it.Red Cross Katrina Relief Fund (http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=900025)

Verandah Man

09-01-2005, 07:01 AM

Vacation time is coming to an end for a few of our fellow cruisers in the next few days. I know that Sue and Vicki will be flying back across the pond later today, with an early Friday morning arrival back in Wales. Bev and her group, Karen and her family will be flying home this weekend as well. Safe travels to all, and check in when you get home.

I saw my surgeon on Wednesday and he said my knee is progressing nicely, but he does want me to continue PT for at least another four weeks and has signed me out of work until I go back to see him on September 28th.

I think I'm going to be able to adjust to retirement life quite well when the time comes!!! I have enjoyed being home, but if you ask my DW, she might have a different response!!! :rotfl2:

newholidayx2

09-01-2005, 02:07 PM

just checking in - It sure has been quiet here lately with everyone finishing up their summer vacations
Andy - glad to hear the knee is getting better

Dave went into work today to get his paycheck. His coworkers had a card with cash (they all donated) and a Dunkin Donuts card for him. He's been getting piles and piles of cards too. He spoke to his boss yesterday and let her know he'll be needing sick hours. The hospital all gets together when someone is out on an extended sick leave and donates their time for whoever needs it. The hospital matches sick time. Dave is 3wks short for a return date of Oct 1st. (thats if he returns by then) He'll be needing 60hrs, hosp will give him 60hrs. Dave says alot of the time when time is donated that the person it is donated to often ends up with more time than they started with! Dave in turn will donate when someone else needs it too as he's done in the past. Good program to have.

I spoke w/my boss today and told her Im either going back to WDW 1st wk of Feb or last wk of Mar. She wants to know ASAP so I'll have to rush along my friend with her decision. If she comes (extends her cheerleading wknd) I'll go in March. If not then Im going when the crowds are smaller in Feb.

Reenieny18

09-01-2005, 09:23 PM

WOW,, been busy watching CNN and CNBC... Terrible news in the SOUTHERN STATES... Me and the kids and been donating all we can... May they all find food and shelter soon and clean living conditons...

Did you all see that baby Zachary that was found in a hospital in another state far away from his parents...I cant figure out why the parents had to leave the newborns in the hospital... and they had to leave??

Daniel started his first day of football today... he SURVIVED at least.. My kids start school next Wednesday.. I have to admit.. I will miss them.. :confused3

Had my MRI finally of my knee after the Virginia beach incident.. Karen is planning on me coming back to VIrginia in NOVEMBER for her knee surgery again....Tina.. how are you feeling??? :goodvibes

:wizard: To all those effected by hurricaine KATRINA and all their loved once..

Doreen

SeaSpray

09-02-2005, 05:49 AM

:sunny: :boat:50 weeks to go!!! :sunny: :boat:

Verandah Man

09-02-2005, 06:09 AM

:sunny: :boat:50 weeks to go!!! :sunny: :boat:

Thanks Terry, we're getting there, slowly but surely!!!!! :banana: :banana: :banana:

florida sun

09-02-2005, 12:43 PM

Hi Guys

Well we arrived home this morning at 5.30am after a very smooth and entertaining flight home.

We have had a little sleep and I just wanted to pop on to let you all know what a great time we had. This has been our best trip to the world ever.

Meeting up with all of you at the dis meet was fantastic and what a great time we had. I have managed to catch up a bit with the posts and as soon as I have downloaded the pics I will post some here as well.

It was great to put faces and voices to names and felt like I had known you all for many months before we met you. Tina (my dear neighbour and Liza Minelli sound alike, your a blast and I cant wait to see you on the balcony next year :rotfl: )Barb, Ed, - fantastic to meet you and your familys and Ed the photos of me taking Tina, taking Bev, taking Andy etc etc were a hoot,and your daughter is adorable,so glad your family caught up in the hurricaine are ok. Barb, great to see you at the world on 2 more occasions(once after I chickend out of doing Soarin, which I did later do by the way lol)and again in innovations at Epcot.The image of you trying to get Jonathans robot to run will stay with me forever, lol.

Bev- I am so glad you enjoyed your cruise and thank you very much for getting in touch with me again when you returned, I am just sorry that we had run out of time to arrange anything.Sounded like you had a great time and I hope you have a safe journey home.

Andy- Thank you, thank you, thank you, for the hospitality you and your family showed me and Vicki while we were there, it was great having dinner with you at Planet Hollywood and Breakfast with you all at(im not sure where?,was it Sizzlers lol), your a true gent and are so looking forward to the cruise next year.Give Hazel, Angelina and Vi my love.

Karen- My friend from my side of the pond,we have been talking about this holiday for months, and when I met you for the first time, it was like I had known you for years, thank you, for all the time you and Jon and the girls spent with us, it was fantastic.

Terry it was great to speak to you on the phone, and as soon as I have time I will fill you in on what it was like at the Pop, we throughly enjoyed it.

Doreen it wont be long before you hear my accent, 50 weeks and counting.

Welcome to all the new people who have joined the thread since I have been away and hello to all my other cruise friends.

Take care All

Suexx

Verandah Man

09-02-2005, 01:25 PM

Welcome Home Sue and Vicki, it was so great meeting you both, looking forward to sharing our dinner table with you next August!!! :cheer2:

Hazel, Angelina and my mom say hello to you both!!! :wave2:

Take Care!!!

newholidayx2

09-02-2005, 05:31 PM

Hello everyone - here it is - a long holiday weekend! Yeah! Planning on taking Jon to a faire tomorrow (he loves the baby chicks) and back to the Davis Farm on Sun. Mon Im planning as a day of rest.

Terry - thanks for the weekly countdown. We're heading back to the Cape Sept 16-18 for a clambake at MILs. Maybe sometime before winter sets in we can meet somewhere for lunch?

Sue - glad you arrived home okay. You have got to talk to me about the Pop. I booked it today for March 24-26 (Fri-Sun). I'll be there myself that wknd and requested 70s - Big Wheel bldg. Any advice for a solo wknd?
Im staying there that wknd before switching to the VWL Mar 26-31. A friend and her 16yr daughter will be staying w/me there.
Yes I did change from Feb (as earlier posted) to March so my friend can join me.

Take care everyone. Going for a short walk soon.

Ct_TiggerFan

09-03-2005, 05:22 PM

Sue

Welcome home, It was fun meeting you at the mini meet
Barb, congrats on another planned trip to WDW, Glad to hear Dave is on the mend

Terry, 50 weeks yahhooo, I need the countdown to have something to look forward too now our vacation is over.

What a week back, a normal 37 1/2 week turned into
55 hours this week, 17 hours in one day.

Then back to work next day at 8:30 am

Well at least its a 3 day weekend.

Ct_TiggerFan

09-03-2005, 06:03 PM

As promised here are some photes of our 3 week trip

http://www.snapfish.com/share/p=38231125787121317/l=58969627/otsc=SYE/otsi=SALB (http://www.snapfish.com/share/p=38231125787121317/l=58969627/otsc=SYE/otsi=SALB)
Ed

Verandah Man

09-03-2005, 06:59 PM

Great pics Ed, thanks for sharing them!!!

mickeymom923

09-04-2005, 11:14 AM

Hi everyone :wave:

I finally got my computer to work. :banana: I spent the last 2 hours catching up on my email and Disboard.

Welcome to all the new people. This is a great group and you'll have lots of fun.

Doreen - We're also hooked up for the late dinner res.
Terry and Tina - hope you feel better soon. Here's some PD :wizard:
Ed - thanks for sharing your pictures. They are great.
Glad everyone made it back safely.
For everyone on the repo cruise - how was it?

I'm still not back to reality. I don't have to be in work until Tuesday. We had a great time meeting at Trail's End. The cruise was great. DS Harley liked it better than DCL but DD Lindsay and I love DCL. The whole 2 week vacation had some rain everyday but not the whole day. (We were at sea during Katrina and had no idea about the hurricane). We stayed at the POP the night before the cruise and we really enjoyed it. Wish we would have stayed a few extra days. The timeshare was great as usual. The flights there and back were really smooth.

My PM is full and I haven't had a chance to go thru it yet. For everyone,
I have blocked rooms at the Radisson so e-mail me at Bweiss923@aol.com or PM me to book your room at the Radisson the night before. It's party time for the DISer's :dancer: . :banana: :banana:

Rates are: standard room $129 + tax
Suite with 1 king size bed and queen sleeper sofa $169 + tax
Suite with 2 king size beds and queen sleeper sofa $189 + tax

Bev ::MickeyMo
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Ct_TiggerFan

09-05-2005, 09:24 AM

Happy Labor day all

Verandah Man

09-05-2005, 09:33 AM

Happy Labor day all

And a Happy Labor Day to you as well Ed!!! :goodvibes

newholidayx2

09-05-2005, 10:15 AM

Happy Labor Day everyone
Isnt it nice having a day off? Jon & I leaving soon to go see "Sky High" Anyone see it yet?

Next long wknd most likely wont be until Sept 30th when I suddenly dont feel well. Hey! What can I say? My mindsent only lets me work (3) full wks before having a long weekend! lol And Labor Day to Columbus Day is too long so I need a day off in btwn.

Sue - please let us know when you add to your trip report - thanks

I took myself off my Synthroid. Past few days Ive had leg cramps and thats one of the side effects.

Reenieny18

09-06-2005, 09:46 PM

Hey where is everyone??? Did you change forums and I was notified?? I am so alone?? YAHOOO!!! anyone there??? HELLO HELLO!!! :confused3

Oh well.. i guess I have to talk to myself.. :guilty:

Well my kids start school tomorrow.. Daniel is very scared.. New school and its with JACLYN too... :Pinkbounc
Marty finally got his computer back after 2 months. :badpc: . GATEWAY really screwed it up this time.. It was so much better when they had the stored opened here..
Jaclyn went back to a school- work schedule.. Work is not happy since she does not look 16 and oh well.. she cant work past 9pm..

I liked my jewerly so much that I decided to join the company.. YUPPPP ... Like I have nothing better to do in my lack of spare time.. :smooth:
It a trial run while I do it.. so wish me luck.. The first party is SUNDAY and its JACLYN's at my house,...lol So it shouldnt me that bad.. :rolleyes2

TINA<TERRY< DARLENE< GINNY SUE where are you guys..

TERRY did the boys start school yet??
TINA>> feel better soon so we can get together.. Hey you want a jewerly party as a ice breaker,,lol..LINDA.. where have you been too..

DARLENE AND GINNY.. how was the cruise.. did you get any problems due to HURRICAINE KATRINA?? while on the cruise?? GINNY how about your house?? DARLENE are is STAN?/ COME guys I miss talking to you .. :( :grouphug:

Ok I get the hint.. I will go to bed since 6am comes fast again.. Goodbye to a great summer.. Time to close the pool..Next summer we will all meet....

Have a great night everyone.. and good luck to all the kids going back to school... Drive safe and STOP FOR ALL SCHOOL BUSES.... :wave: :teacher:

Doreen

Verandah Man

09-07-2005, 06:12 AM

Hi Doreen,

Today is Angelina's last day of summer vacation, she starts her sophomore year on Thursday. It's hard to believe my baby is going into 10th grade already, where have the years gone??? I think Angelina is more excited about starting school this year, last year she was quite nervous starting at the high school, now she has a whole year behind her, she feels more relaxed. She is also exicted because she found out that her best friend Trish and her have some classes together. Thanks to Power Parent we were able to check her schedule out online yesterday, of course Angelina spen all day yesterday IMing her friends to see who had what teacher, during what period.

This year's Homecoming isn't until the first Saturday in November, but Angelina already has her dress, shoes and handbag, nothing like being prepared I guess, LOL!!!

I told Angelina yesterday that she could wear the dress on the cruise next summer for either Formal Night or Semi-Formal Night, her reply was, "We'll see." Kids, just you don't love 'em!!!

I've got a few more messages to check then I'm off to PT, take care all!!!

Andy

Reenieny18

09-07-2005, 07:53 AM

Well, the kids are off to school. The whole bus will be late since it never got to the bus area until 7:50 am.. it was suppose to leave at 7:20am..
So much for first day jitters. :teacher:

Jaclyn woke up and started acting like NEMO on his first day at school... Daniel meanwhile wanted to throw a pillow at her.. :rotfl:

Pretty lonely here and oh so quite... :banana: Maybe now I can read my summer novel I have had since JUNE....

Andy, you know you will buy here another dress... or 2...

I am off to :moped: the bank.. Have a safe day everyone..

Doreen

Verandah Man

09-07-2005, 08:34 AM

Silly me, I started getting ready for PT and them remembered today was Wednesday. I normally have PT on Wednesday, but with the holiday this week my schedule was changed to Tuesday and Thursday. It's a good thing I checked the calendar before driving over there, LOL!!!

Oh Yes, I know I will be buying a few more dresses before cruise time. There is a young man by the name of Dan that Angelina is interested in. The two of them have already talked about him taking her to the Jr-Sr Prom this year. Oh boy, here we go again!!! Dan and Angelina went out for dinner the other evening, then came back here and watched a movie. I don't know if I am ready for this, HELP!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Aurora's Mommy

09-07-2005, 10:58 AM

....Dan and Angelina went out for dinner the other evening, then came back here and watched a movie. I don't know if I am ready for this, HELP!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

One of my husband's favorite lines from a movie is from Clueless. If you haven't seen it, Cher's (the main character) date comes to pick her up. Her father says to the date (something to the effect of) "I have a .44 and a shovel, I doubt anyone would miss you."

Our DD is only 3 1/2, but he is already practicing that line!

My DS started school last Monday (8/29). Alas, the teacher has already called! It's going to be a looooooong year.

Ct_TiggerFan

09-07-2005, 11:03 AM

Morning all

Its day two for Caitlin, she started third grade yesterday.

Andy, Thanks for the updates, at least I have a few years before I go thu that with Caitlin.

Ct_TiggerFan

09-07-2005, 11:06 AM

One of my husband's favorite lines from a movie is from Clueless. If you haven't seen it, Cher's (the main character) date comes to pick her up. Her father says to the date (something to the effect of) "I have a .44 and a shovel, I doubt anyone would miss you."

Our DD is only 3 1/2, but he is already practicing that line!

When Caitlin starts dating:
I think I will be sitting in my living room, cleaning my newly acquired knife collection. I will ask the boy as I sharpen a blade " and when are you going with my daughter" :rotfl2:, oh course I could add as he answers i say." great that sound like fun, let me get my coat" :rotfl:

Verandah Man

09-07-2005, 11:26 AM

When I was in Florida this past March my mom put in a CD, I think it was Jeff Foxworthy. Anyhow, I remember one line on the CD that went something like this. The father speaking to his daughter's date, "I don't mind going back to prison, if I have too." I think I might use that line every now and then.

We met Dan before they went to eat, he really seems like a nice kid. Angelina asked Hazel if they could go food shopping today at Shop Rite instead of Acme. Hazel asked her why, and Angleina replied, "Because that's where Dan works part-time." I can hear Donny Osmond right now, "And they call it puppy love." :dog:

SeaSpray

09-07-2005, 02:06 PM

TINA<TERRY< DARLENE< GINNY SUE where are you guys..

TERRY did the boys start school yet??

Doreen

I'm here :wave2:

Robby had his first day of high school today. Craig starts his senior year tomorrow. :teacher:

Robby seemed to have a great first day; he said he likes his Honors Biology teacher a lot. She told the students they will work hard this year, but that she wants them to have fun and enjoy the class too. Oh, and she is going to let them bring soda or water or coffee/tea/hot chocolate to class with them, if they want. lol He said that all of the other teachers let them drink spring water in class, but not soda or anything else.

Robby is thrilled to finally be in high school and in ALL honors classes. In middle school, only the math class and English class were separated according to ability. He likes to learn at a relatively fast clip and he likes delving deeply into subjects, and that just is not possible when the classes are mixed, like they were in middle school. I think he is really going to love high school :teacher:

I haven't been posting on here or sending emails much because I haven't been very chatty lately, but everything is fine here and I think about all of you, and our cruise, fairly often :boat: Also, over the weekend John said that maybe we should stay at the Wilderness Lodge or the Polynesian, instead of Pop Century, for our adults-only trip next month, so I've been back to reading the resorts and the restaurants boards again. So much for a "budget" trip. lol But, we have not totally decided to switch, so who knows, maybe we will just keep our Pop reservation :scratchin

P.S. Oh yeah, forget to mention, Do any of you play VMK? VMK is a Disney online game site, it stands for Virtual Magic Kingdom. It's free to play. Anyway, John and I have been playing the games on there a LOT for the last few months. You might have noticed my new avatar, that's what my character looks like, in the game. Also, I have CL before my user name CapeGirl. CL means that I am a Community Leader in the game. A Community Leader just plays like every other player, but also tries to make sure that the rules of the game are enforced. I had to send in an application to Disney, and then after a week or so, I was notified that I was "hired". lol No pay, just a volunteer job. LOL John is also a CL. His name in the game is CL_capecad. CapeCAD is the name of his business. (CAD standing for Computed Aided Design). I tried several times to sign up using SeaSpray but VMK wouldn't accept it, so out of frustration I typed in CapeGirl, and it was accepted. Anyway, let me know what your id is, if any of you are on there, or decide to sign on! :flower: Oh, and that's John and I, VMK style, down in the countdown timer for our October trip. :teeth:

Apparently the DIS tag fairy is a member of VMK because I got two new tags recently. One just says I'm a VMK Community Leader, and the other one "Loud people give me skull pain" was a line I said in the game one night, during a conversation. lol Had NO idea that a DIS tag fairy was around. lol VMK has a limited dictionary in order to try and protect young kids from giving out too much personal info, and to avoid people from saying things they shouldn't say. So, you cannot say words like "head" or "ache", and many other common words. SO, we end up getting creative, in order to say what we want to say. On that particular night, someone was saying that they are very loud in person, and I said the above line. Out of context, I guess it sounds pretty funn :)

Verandah Man

09-07-2005, 02:39 PM

Since the cruise is getting closer all the time, I made our quarterly payment this afternoon!!! Our cruise is now "officially" half paid off.

Just for the fun of it, I went back to see what the price difference was from when we booked, and what the price is today. Since booking this cruise back in January, the price has gone up some $1600.00 That early booking does come in handy, not to mention the 10% and the $200.00 stateroom credit we got for booking onboard!!!!!

sandygirl

09-07-2005, 09:01 PM

Hey where is everyone??? Did you change forums and I was notified?? I am so alone?? YAHOOO!!! anyone there??? HELLO HELLO!!! :confused3

TINA<TERRY< DARLENE< GINNY SUE where are you guys..

TERRY did the boys start school yet??
TINA>> feel better soon so we can get together.. Hey you want a jewerly party as a ice breaker,,lol..LINDA.. where have you been too..

DARLENE AND GINNY.. how was the cruise.. did you get any problems due to HURRICAINE KATRINA?? while on the cruise?? GINNY how about your house?? DARLENE are is STAN?/ COME guys I miss talking to you .. :( :grouphug:

Doreen

DOREEN, Girlfriend! I missed you!
The cruise was awesome and we had a great time. Ginny and her family were our tablemates and we couldn't have had a better time. Stan got alot of rest and Sandy and I snorkeled for the first time. I am soooo tan. We met so many nice people and some of them are booked for this cruise too! Can't wait to sail with all of you again.

Stan will have the port installed tomorrow and will start chemo on Monday. Everyone says how good he looks. We are praying that he responds well to the treatment. I know he enjoyed the trip and was concious of balancing rest and making memories with Sandy. He didn't complain once about posing for pictures.

Sandy started 3rd grade today!!! She came home all happy and bubbly. She looked so grown up in her uniform kilt, no more jumper. Where did my baby go?

Gotta go to bed...getting back to work was tough yesterday. Sandy and Stan both came downstairs on Tues and said, "What? No Lumiere's?" Too funny!

Darlene

Reenieny18

09-08-2005, 07:52 AM

DARLENE<< :goodvibes so good to see you.. I am thrilled that you had a great time.. And STAN did as well... Its so funny that over a year ago you met GINNY and now you sailed with her again..I misssed talking to you guys..As you can see it has been quite here. I didnt get any emails from you or her while you were gone:(

Sandy did well back in school? Mine did as well. I like the fact of uniforms too. Mine can wear Navy or Tan pants or shorts with Polos that have the school logo on it and the girls can wear the plaid or kahki skirt. The boys can wear the oxford with a tie but most opt for the polo now adays..Its so much easier and $$$$..lol

Daniel schedule is all messed up. I think he has 5 study halls in a roll on 4 days.. So much for classes.. One class is excell MATH but they left out BAND.

Jaclyn loves her schedule as well.. WHAOO :Pinkbounc
Ok back to my day... have a great day everyone.. only 11 months now to our CRUISE.. :wizard: :goodvibes

Doreen

Mjasp

09-08-2005, 06:34 PM

Hi Darlene...I am so glad you had a great trip with your family. We wish Stan only the best. GOOD LUCK!

Doreen...Well, remember our phone conversation...hmmm...think now...maybe the next paragraph will jog your memory LOL

We did it, we got a puppy!!!!!!! We got a Bichon Frise. As soon as I learn (or my kids want to do it for me) I'll post a picture. Maybe over the weekend, as we got him on Tuesday, which was also the first day of school. So it has been a hectic week.

Hi Everyone :wave2:

Talk to you all soon
Joanna

Reenieny18

09-08-2005, 08:04 PM

Oh JOANNA,, I knew as soon as I read that.. How great.. Its a great time for the potty training too as long as someone is home..( and the weather holds out... I took mine out about 20 min after eating and praised them when they did their business... What did you name him/her??

I wanted that bread or the shih tzu.. I love the smaller bread .. but I still love my ROTTY too...!! :dog2:

Good luck with he/she.. It will become another member of the family.. Are you going to crate at night.. As a pet sitter.. I have learned they need some crating is necessary and they do like it. Its a place they call home and they dont mess it in usually.,..lol

Sue.. how did school go??
TINA.. how are you feeling??
TERRY how is SENIOR year..??
BOBBY and CINDY... is Bobby jr in K or 1st grade??

Take care
DOREEN

Mjasp

09-08-2005, 09:14 PM

Doreen... He is 9 months old and TRAINED!!! Someone I work with, her friend bought him because her teenage daughters wanted him, and walla, surprise they went on with their life and mom works and can't/doesn't want a puppy. His name is Shorty, it sounds cute and fits him. he is 8 lbs., the vet wants him to gain another pound or 2, to get to 9-10 pounds. He is sooo sweet, just hangs out on anyones lap and is very content.
A Rotty and a Shih-tzu...gotta love it. Who's the boss?

Talk to you all soon

Joanna

sandygirl

09-09-2005, 01:20 PM

SeaSpray

09-09-2005, 01:26 PM

:sunny: :boat: 49 weeks to go!!! :sunny: :boat:

Verandah Man

09-09-2005, 03:27 PM

Being home so much, I forgot today was countdown day. :confused3

Thanks Terry, it's nice to see that number below the 50 week mark!!! :banana: :cheer2: :banana:

Reenieny18

09-09-2005, 07:21 PM

Joanna, the shih tzu of course.. they run around the house here and do circles around the furniture.. the little one runs under the coffee table.. and the big one wonders why she doesnt fit.. At that point I just put them outside...

he sounds so cute and what better way to get him then potty trained... Wish all males came that way,,,,:))) Sorry GUYS>>.

TINA>> get well SOON :wizard: :wizard:

Terry.. thanks for the count down...

I have to do some reading for my new position.. the PARTY is SUNDAY and tomorrow I have a rally all day... AAAWWWWWWW :bitelip: I am so scared about my presentations.. YIKES :scared:

Have a great night everyone..
Doreen

Mjasp

09-09-2005, 09:33 PM

Doreen...Did you take a job??? :confused3

Going on the main board to see if the hurricane is going to affect the Magic.

Verandah Man

09-10-2005, 05:25 PM

Is this a pretty sight or what?

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a118/VerandahMan/Magic9-10-05twopalms.jpg

Ct_TiggerFan

09-10-2005, 05:33 PM

Andy

What a great shot

allshookup

09-10-2005, 05:47 PM

She's a beauty! It's great to see her. Thanks Andy!

Verandah Man

09-10-2005, 05:51 PM

She's a beauty! It's great to see her. Thanks Andy!

How you doing Diane? I was just thinking about you this afternoon, and here you pop up!!!

allshookup

09-10-2005, 05:58 PM

How you doing Diane? I was just thinking about you this afternoon, and here you pop up!!!

Doing good thank you Andy! Back from caring for my Mom and our subsequent vacation at DW. We stayed at POP and took advantage of the Free dining plan. It was great but waaaaay too much food! I don't even want to know how much weight I gained. The kids started back to school on Aug. 31st and my DD started middle school. I'm too young to have a child in middle school....aren't I? LOL

How is the knee? Hope the family is doing well! Can't wait to see you guys on the cruise and meet everyone else!

Less than a year to go! yipeeeee!

Diane

Verandah Man

09-10-2005, 06:03 PM

allshookup

09-10-2005, 06:16 PM

My knee is coming along nicely, I go back and see my surgeon the end of this month. My PT sessions have been going well and I am seeing improvement each week. The swelling is nearly gone as well, so it looks like I will be returning to work in a few weeks.

Glad to hear. You have to be well enough to go on the banana boat & parasailing at CC! Just don't wear your glasses! :earboy2:

Verandah Man

09-10-2005, 06:47 PM

Glad to hear. You have to be well enough to go on the banana boat & parasailing at CC! Just don't wear your glasses! :earboy2:

:rotfl2: :rotfl: :rotfl2:

Reenieny18

09-11-2005, 06:45 AM

Morning everyone...
I forgot to tell everyone it was GINNY birthday yesterday... OMG, I am awful.. I am so busy with this new JEWERLY that I have no time to think... So lets send her b'day greating.. Its for WINNYIS...
All I can say is she is over 39.. AGAIN...lol :goodvibes
Last year her and I celebrated our Bdays on the SHIP, when we hit 39 the first time,, AGAIN..lol(40) :teeth:
SO......HAPPY BIRTHDAY GINNY>>> :cake: :bday:
Doreen

Verandah Man

09-11-2005, 07:00 AM

:bday: :cake: Happy Birthday Ginny :cake: :bday:

RobinMarie

09-11-2005, 07:16 AM

http://www.clicksmilies.com/s0105/party/party-smiley-037.gif
Happy Birthday Ginny!

newholidayx2

09-11-2005, 03:55 PM

happy Birthday Ginny

florida sun

09-11-2005, 04:32 PM

HAPPY BIRTHDAY GINNY

Hope you had a lovely day.

Sue :wave:

mickeymom923

09-11-2005, 05:06 PM

Ginny - HAPPY BIRTHDAY

:banana: :cake: :bday: :dancer: Hope you had a great day. Happy birthday and many more.

Ct_TiggerFan

09-11-2005, 07:03 PM

HAPPY BIRTHDAY GINNY

Ct_TiggerFan

09-12-2005, 10:17 AM

Happy Monday all

one day closer

Verandah Man

09-12-2005, 10:27 AM

Happy Monday all

one day closer

Hi Ed,

Yep, each day that passes gets us one day closer to our cruise!!!!! :banana:

Reenieny18

09-12-2005, 07:04 PM

WOW.. what a MONDAY... Kids had off.. Go figure the teachers had a RETREAT day... :goodvibes

Had a busy night last night.. Had my first party last night and I guess it was successful... need to save money for the cruise. I have to use the OLD DISNEY card and then will pay that off montly.. I have until Oct 1 to put the cruise on it.. :goodvibes

I hope TINA is feeling better soon... :wizard:
Take care everyone.
Doreen

RobinMarie

09-12-2005, 07:16 PM

We are back from our Eastbound Repositioning Cruise. It was a fabulous vacation. It was difficult to think about this vacation while planning the other. I fell in love with Disneyland while in California. We are so excited to be sailing with all of you!

Sailing with the Ship of Fools was an incredible, unforgettable experience. Fourteen days was not too long for us. Seven days will seem so short. There are many fellow Fools who will be with us again and for that we are thrilled.

I'm considering touring some ruins in Costa Maya and have put in a request with a small company run by local folks there.

Have a great night!

Verandah Man

09-12-2005, 08:12 PM

Hi Robin, welcome home!!!

I was wondering if those who would be going to the airport after disembarkation from the cruise would like to charter a bus. I know a large group from the August Repo Cruise did this, and the cost was cheaper than getting a rental car or a limo service. If anyone is interested, please let me know.

sandygirl

09-12-2005, 09:11 PM

HI ROBIN!!

Hello, Everyone!!

Sandy and I were looking at her scrapbook from our Jan 2003 cruise. Oh my, she looks like a baby. So many wonderful memories! And she really remembers alot of the trip. It reminded me of why we do this. Cruise, I mean. What other vacation promotes so many lasting memories in a stress-free environment where I don't have to do anything but spend time with my family? And we make nice friends, to boot.

Looking forward to planning this trip with you all. Andy, the bus is a good idea, it worked well for us. I'm not sure if we will be heading to the airport after the cruise, but if we are I will give you a holler.

Darlene

RobinMarie

09-13-2005, 05:41 AM

Andy I enjoyed the bus rides we shared before and after the cruise. I believe the bus price was based on all seats being used up - I think the price should include gratuity less five seats. On both busses we did not have enough room for luggage and had to be mighty creative.

Although it was a two week cruise and no doubt folks had more luggage, I would still not book every seat.

Going to the airport meant we split the busses: one for terminal A and one for terminal B. This meant waiting for the luggage to be unloaded (and helping to unload). People who had noon flights were pretty antsy.

We are not sure of our plans yet, but would love to ride with Castaways if it fits our plans. I need to get a school calendar for next year!

Diamond_Girls

09-13-2005, 11:36 AM

Hi Everyone! Does anyone know yet what nights will have what shows, and what nights will be formal, semi, etc? I love to plan and it's killing me to have so little information! thanks!

Verandah Man

09-13-2005, 12:08 PM

Hi Everyone! Does anyone know yet what nights will have what shows, and what nights will be formal, semi, etc? I love to plan and it's killing me to have so little information! thanks!

I'm thinking we will have Formal Night on Monday, and Semi-Formal Night on Thursday (our two sea days). I don't know about the shows though.

mickeymom923

09-14-2005, 06:08 PM

Hi everyone, :wave:

I'm so excited, crazy :crazy: goofy and anything else because :dancer: I just booked the Wonder for 12/8/05. :banana: I came back from a one week cruise and one week in Orlando and I need my DCL fix. So on the spur of the moment I booked it. :dancer: :dancer: :jumping3: :cheer2:

How about another mini dis meet on the ship??? lol

Hope everyone is doing well. :grouphug:

Bev

Verandah Man

09-14-2005, 07:14 PM

Verandah Man

09-14-2005, 07:55 PM

A view from my room at the Pop.

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a118/VerandahMan/PopCenturySeptember2005009.jpg

Aurora's Mommy

09-15-2005, 11:19 AM

I love to plan and it's killing me to have so little information! thanks!

I am so with you!!! I can't wait until someone starts posting the navigators for the "Special Western Carribean Itinerary". I think the first trip is in December, so that at least gives us an 8 month head start. In the meantime, I plan based on different scenarios.

In other news, I couldn't help but notice that Joanna adopted a dog recently. We just put in an application on Monday for a male Jack Russell Terrier we found on Petfinder.com (we have a female JRT). We've heard nothing, and the waiting is killing me! (can you see this is a common theme with me). I have exchanged e-mails with his foster mother, and she mentioned that there is another application in for him. I'm kind of at the point that I wish they would just say yes or no so I could move on. What is taking so long!

Aurora's Mommy

09-15-2005, 11:55 AM

I think the first trip is in December, so that at least gives us an 8 month head start.

Shoot, I just checked the DCL website, and the first Costa Maya cruise isn't until May 2006. Oh well, that still gives us 3 months!

RobinMarie

09-15-2005, 12:38 PM

I was looking into possible fun excursions for Costa Maya and found http://www.chacchobenruins.com/

I emailed the contact requesting info on arranging for a private group excursion. Here is the response:

Dear Robin,

Thank you very much for contacting us. Please accept my apologies for my very late response to your email.

Based on my experience guiding in Costa Maya, my first recommedation for families interested in touring ruins while traveling with children is Chacchoben Mayan Ruins. The site is very accessible and has a full service area with a small shopping area where the locals offer handcrafts made in our village or in the sorrounding areas.
The ride to get from Costa Maya, (Majahual) to Chacchoben, is around 45-50 minutes. The road is practically new and in perfec conditions.

The ruins at Chacchoben, offer a great opportunity for the young ones to learn a little about history and the culture of the place, It also offers a a chance to see the conditions in which these ruins were found and how much they change after the restoration. The sorrounding jungle is also inviting for a small exploration, and even when we don't gurantee that we can see any wild animals, the jungle frequently reserves little or big surprises for our groups.

Regarding our services, we are always flexible and don't have a program already set meaning that we practically let our groups shape the tour focusing on their interests and preferences. This tour can be completed in 3.5 to 4 hours maximum, so you'd still have time left for other activities either in Majahual, or back at the port.

The price for this tour is $43 per person. It includes round transportation, travel insurance, entrance fees, local native guide, bottled water at the beginning of the tour and beer or soda at the end.

Please feel free to contact us in case you need any further details.

Sincerely,
Ivan Cohuo

allshookup

09-15-2005, 03:29 PM

Hi All,

I arrived and checked in at the Pop Century at 5pm this afternoon. Here to "surprise" some friends of mine before they leave for their cruise this Saturday on the Magic. I'm also trying to convince them to join us next August, we'll see what happens, as they plan on booking the 11 day cruise on the Wonder for next September.

I'll be staying here at the Pop until Friday morning, then Friday my mom and I will be heading over to see Shirley, and will be spending the night at her place. I have an early flight home Saturday morning, as I have a wedding to be at by 2pm Saturday afternoon.

Andy :wave2:

Andy you are sooooo lucky to be back in DW already! Don't ya just love POP??? I was a little hesitant since we had never stayed value before & I had heard some horror stories about crowds & noise but I didn't think that was true at all. I wish we were there now with you! Have fun!

I can't wait to get some news about our cruise too. We are definitely going to do the ruins on Costa Maya too, but we will probably go thru DCL.

Hope everyone is doing well!
Diane

Verandah Man

09-15-2005, 08:48 PM

I had an absolutely MAGICal day today, starting with a change in our breakfast plans. Instead of going to the Poly for breakfast, we wound up going to a character breakfast at the Beach Club Resort. Rae and I were using this as our 50th Birthday Celebration. We had our photos taken with Minnie, Goofy, Chip and Dale. Rae and I were also each presented with a small chocolate birthday cake with a lit candle, all the CM's came to our table to sing HB to us. After breakfast we all headed over to Downtown Disney to do a little shopping. While I was checking out at one of the stores, the CM saw the birthday button I had on, she said to me that there was a very important call for me from Goofy and handed me the phone. The next thing I heard was Goofy singing HB to me. Once we were finished at DD, we went back to the Beach Club and spent about an hour or so in the Stormalong Bay Pool.

Rae and her family then went to EPCOT for the evening, while my mom and I went to a TGI Friday's for dinner. I'm back in my room now checking messages and getting ready to load today's photos in my laptop. Will try to post a few photos if it doesn't get to late.

Tomorrow, we are meeting Rae, Tom and Michael at Dixie Crossroads in Titusville for lunch, then will be driving down to Cape Canaveral to visit with Shirley and Norm and take them out for dinner. My mom and I will be spending Friday night with Shirley and Norm, then I fly home Saturday morning, as Rae and her family head over to board the Magic.

:wave2: for now,

Andy

SeaSpray

09-16-2005, 02:42 PM

:sunny: 48 weeks to go!!! :boat:

HeathyChanJellicle

09-16-2005, 06:56 PM

Hiya everyone! My parents aren't really on the boards that much, so I just thought I would sign ourselves in! :D Its funny because this is going to be exactly a year from our last cruise! firs the canal now this. I am le excited!!! :D

So um, SIGN IN!
(use my name I guess) there will be 3 of us! Probably deck 6. my mum and dad are jazzman and denise w :3 but use my name because i rule. ;)

can't wait you guys!!!

any teens going? I am going to be 17, and I love musicals and anime!

snelsonbrown

09-16-2005, 08:52 PM

Hi All,

I'm sitting here at Shirley's (The Perfect Gift) house this evening. We had a lovely "All you can eat Seafood Buffet" dinner at the Hilton in Cocoa Beach tonight, I am so full. Will be turning in early (hopefully) as I have to head over to the airport by 7:30 Saturday morning.

48 weeks, I can't wai!!! I'll be seeing the Magic on my way to the airport in the morning. I'm sure we are going to stop by and see about getting a few photos. Actually, I will be able to see the Magic from Shirley's balcony, but it will be too far to get a nice pic of from here.

I've got a few more messages to check, then I'm heading off to bed. Will check in tomorrow afternoon.

:wave2: Andy (Verandah Man)

PS--sorry, I forgot to exit from Shirley's user name before posting, LOL!!! :rotfl2:

Verandah Man

09-17-2005, 01:22 PM

I'm back home all safe and sound once again. Didn't quite make in back in time for the 2:00 wedding today, but Hazel and I will be attending the wedding reception at 5:00.

We left a little later from Shirley's than I had planned, but I was abel to get a couple if shots of the Magic from the highway this morning. It was a bit hazy, so the photo isn't real clear. It was such a bummer, seeing the Magic, and knowing I wouldn't be getting on it until next August. I have attached one of my photos below that I took this morning.

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a118/VerandahMan/PopCenturySeptember2005043.jpg

mickeymom923

09-17-2005, 03:36 PM

Booked the Wonder for 12/8. I don't know whether to stay on deck two , midship under Triton's or deck 6 in the front of the ship in the sideways room. Any suggestions? Thanks.

Bev

allshookup

09-17-2005, 06:52 PM

Booked the Wonder for 12/8. I don't know whether to stay on deck two , midship under Triton's or deck 6 in the front of the ship in the sideways room. Any suggestions? Thanks.

Bev

Bev: My vote would be for deck 6. I just love staying on that deck & it is so convenient to everything.

Andy: Thanks for the pic & welcome home!

Terry: Thanks for the countdown again!

Everyone else.... :wave2:

Diane

Ct_TiggerFan

09-17-2005, 07:45 PM

Terry

Thanks for the countdown

Ct_TiggerFan

09-18-2005, 04:12 PM

Andy

Hope you has a safe trip home,

Well this weekend has been an experisive one,
We are getting ready to bring home two kittens later this week. They are about 6 to 7 weeks old.

I have been busy coverting the landing between downstair and up stairs into a kitty playpen. A safe area from the dog
This area is where we kept the litter box for our previous cats.

Kitty supplies are breaking the bank, lol Our cats that had past away were 16 years old, so its been a long time since kittens have been in the house.

Kitten toys, litter box, cat beds, food bowls, food, new mat for landing, gates , doggy treats, doy toy, (cant have the kittens get all the good stuff) lol.

Or also signed Caitlin up for knitting class,

Yep one expendsive weekend, The today food shopping for the week. :rotfl:

Verandah Man

09-18-2005, 04:34 PM

I know that feeling Ed...after being gone for a few days at WDW...I came home and went to a wedding reception last evening...then all three of us went to the mall and upgraded all of our cell phones...which of course meant new covers, as these phones are much smaller...then there is the upgrade fees, and the new car charger, OUCH!!! screamed the checkbook. :rotfl:

Ct_TiggerFan

09-18-2005, 06:13 PM

The ouch I can understand, but my checkbook started crying too. Next month I hope to make another deposit on the cruise.

Hard to believe we have been back from vacation over 3 weeks now. I'm ready for another one :rotfl2:

Ct_TiggerFan

09-20-2005, 10:00 PM

I hope all are well

Its been slow on the boards lately.

florida sun

09-21-2005, 02:12 AM

Hi Guys

Just a quick catch up, things have been so busy here since I got back from WDW, I dont know if im coming or going.

I was quite poorly last weekend with a gastric virus, but I am well on the road to recovery now, and managed to lose 6lb in the process :rotfl2:

Had fantastic news yesterday, mum got the all clear following her breast cancer, she is now officially in remission, which is great news. No more clinics just one mammogramme a year. You can imagine how relieved we were. :Pinkbounc

Stay well all, better get back and do some work lol.

Sue :wave:

Verandah Man

09-21-2005, 05:35 AM

What great news about your mum Sue, I'm sure that relieves a great deal of tension!!!

Not much new going on around here, other than Angelina has her "first official" boyfriend. His name is Ian, and I met him Monday evening. He is a good looking kid, with pleasant manners!!! Angelina did quite well picking out this boy, or maybe he picked Angelina out, I'm not quite sure, LOL!!! On Thursday morning (Angelina's birthday) Ian brought a single rose with him to school and went to Angelina's homeroom and presented it to her, now in my book, that shows class!!!

newholidayx2

09-21-2005, 05:45 AM

Ed - good luck with your new kittens

Sue - great news for your Mom. My older brother had breast cancer yrs back (2002?) and is doing good.

Younger brother well he's a different story (6am phone call from my mother today. Brother drunk once again.)

Andy - of course Angelina has a great boyfriend! She has great parents!

Have a good day everyone

SeaSpray

09-21-2005, 07:33 AM

Sue: That is excellent news about your mum. So glad to hear it :hug:

Ed: Have fun with the new kitties! Take pictures, if you can, and let us know what you name them :cat: :cat:

Andy: That was very nice of Ian give Angelina a rose :flower3:

allshookup

09-21-2005, 01:47 PM

Sue: So glad to hear the great news!

Andy: All I can say is....awwwww! :love:

We have decided to take the kids back to DW for Christmas! I am soooo excited! Don't know what it is but I can't get enough of that place. LOL We got a really great deal thru AAA so we couldn't pass it up. We are going to let them open up the tickets on Christmas morning at then we take off from Logan at 2:30 and we are staying at POP again until New Years Day! :Pinkbounc Anyway just had to share my excitement since I can't tell the kids!

Take Care Everyone!
Diane

sandygirl

09-21-2005, 02:52 PM

SUE, I am so glad to hear your mom is in remission. I found myself sighing with relief and I don't even know her.

DIANE, what a wonderful surprise for the kids!!! WDW at Christmas!

ANDY, a single rose is indeed a class act. Good for Angelina!

Talk later,
Darlene

Verandah Man

09-21-2005, 02:56 PM

Flying to WDW on Christmas Day, now that's what I call a MAGICal surprise!!! :goodvibes

msdisney53

09-21-2005, 03:35 PM

Hi everyone! I called member services today and booked so we are now official. No turning back now. I had to do a Cat. 5 since all the Cat.6 rooms were booked. Have you guys taken over all of Deck 6???? The difference in the points were only 13 pts. each and the cash price stayed the same for the 2 DDs. So now my countdown can be official!!! :cheer2:

:Pinkbounc Denise :Pinkbounc

Verandah Man

09-21-2005, 04:19 PM

sandygirl

09-21-2005, 08:08 PM

WELCOME, DENISE AND FAMILY!!!

Darlene

SeaSpray

09-23-2005, 07:06 AM

:boat: :sunny: 47 weeks to go! :sunny: :boat:

Verandah Man

09-23-2005, 09:05 AM

:boat: :sunny: 47 weeks to go! :sunny: :boat:

It's getting closer!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! :banana: :banana: :banana:

Ct_TiggerFan

09-24-2005, 12:20 PM

Hello All

Yeaaa 47 weeks to go.

Well the new family members are home,

Sandy and Sly. I will upload pics soon.
Sandy is an buttercream color, and Sly is a White and Gray kitten( markings like a Norwegian Forest cat)

Both are male , happy and healthy.

Verandah Man

09-24-2005, 12:30 PM

Congrats on getting your new family members :cat: :cat: home Ed!!!

poohbear926

09-26-2005, 11:10 AM

Friday was my mom's birthday. and Today is mine yay the big 18 :dancer:

Verandah Man

09-26-2005, 11:19 AM

Friday was my mom's birthday. and Today is mine yay the big 18 :dancer:

:cheer2: :bday: :cheer2: to both you and your mom!!!

Ct_TiggerFan

09-27-2005, 11:20 AM

Friday was my mom's birthday. and Today is mine yay the big 18 :dancer:

Happy Belated birthday to you and your mom.

Verandah Man

09-28-2005, 02:58 PM

I saw my surgeon this morning and he signed me out of work because he wants me to continue my PT for another 4 weeks, as I'm still having trouble going up and down stairs, and since a great deal of my work requires stair climbing, he thought it was best not to send me back to work just yet.

Here's a spooky thought, my first day back at work might just be, Halloween :maleficen Day!!!

Ct_TiggerFan

09-29-2005, 08:09 AM

Here's a spooky thought, my first day back at work might just be, Halloween :maleficen Day!!!

Andy,

So would you go dressed as a meter reader? :rotfl2:
People might no beleive you on that day.

Verandah Man

09-29-2005, 08:19 AM

Andy,

So would you go dressed as a meter reader? :rotfl2:
People might no beleive you on that day.

LOL!!! :rotfl2: That's a good one Ed!!! :rotfl:

SeaSpray

09-30-2005, 07:46 AM

:sunny: 46 weeks to go!!! :boat:

Verandah Man

09-30-2005, 09:11 AM

Another week off the countdown clock!!!!!

Thanks Terry!!!!!!

Ct_TiggerFan

09-30-2005, 11:53 AM

And to think when we were on Disney at the mini meet it was 53 weeks

Time is starting to fly.

Thanks

Happy Weekend all

RobinMarie

10-01-2005, 07:25 AM

Hi Everyone!

There is a lot of discussion with the Ship of Fools characters about whether there would be a land meeting before or after our Castaway Cruise. Since school has started before labor day the last two years, I want to be careful about scheduling.

Crowds will definitely be less after the cruise rather than before our cruise but I really like the idea of resting after running around the parks for a week or so. What are others thinking?

Denna B

10-01-2005, 05:17 PM

My family cruised in August and are cruising again on this cruise. We've chosen to visit WDW the week prior to the cruise and then spend Friday night at the Radisson.

Reenieny18

10-01-2005, 09:44 PM

Hello Everyone,,wow this has been a very busy thread lately.. School started, my business is flouishing,, Daniel is playing football.. Jaclyn is in love mode,.. and the best news is OUR CRUISE IS PAID IN FULL!!!!

been working my butt off here to get it done,, but 2 rooms on deck 5.. wahoo!!! :banana:

Today, Daniel helped me move my "OFFICE" down to my craft/his science room. Its a bit cramped but its a lot better than my desk upstairs that is busier than GRAND CENTRAL!!

Jaclyn is flying to VIRGINIA this coming FRIDAY to visit with KAREN for the long weekend..

Marty finally started PT after having the back surgery in JUNE.. I have had to have a few minor surgeries as well.. one on my right foot again.. and a more minor one as well.. Lets just say its hurts to sit,,lol :goodvibes

Glad to see all the new families that are joing us.. WELCOME ABOARD!! :Pinkbounc

Glad to see some old names, DARLENE< SUE, TERRY< ED>.. Whats the news on TINA>>>
MARY ROSE where are you??

Ok time for bed.. early AM here.. Sweet dreams everyone.. :cloud9:
Doreen

Ct_TiggerFan

10-01-2005, 10:08 PM

Doreen

Congrats on having the cruise paid off

Verandah Man

10-02-2005, 08:50 AM

Congrats on getting the cruise paid in full Doreen!!! I'm half-way there!!! We just got our real estate tax rebate on Saturday, I'll be applying that to our cruise balance this coming week!!!

So far, our plans are: arriving in Florida a few days before the cruise, and staying a few days after the cruise. Since we have a place about 90 minutes from the port, we will most likely be staying there, except for the night before the cruise, as we already have a room reserved at the Radisson. I like waking up Saturday morning knowing we are only "minutes" from the ship!!!

sandygirl

10-02-2005, 09:58 AM

DOREEN
WHO YOU CALLING "OLD", SISTER?

Glad to hear things are going so well for you. Stan asks me all kinds of questions about your jewelry. He thinks you make it. You just distribute it, don't you? Send me a book if you want to.

The "been-around-a-long-time",
Darlene

ElliotFan

10-03-2005, 12:09 AM

Hey gang!

Figured that I better check in and let you guys know that I'm still alive and kicking (kinda). Things still haven't slowed down much for me. Work has been crazy. We're behind schedule and I've been putting in insane hours (45 - 50 per week). And as a result came down with a severe cold/flu last week. It's getting better, but I'm still trying to hack up a lung every morning. At least it didn't settle into bronchitis this time - Thank God!

Devin started school right after Labor Day. He has really surprised his father and I. We spent years telling him, but it really seems to have registered this year, that he has a whole lot more free time in the evening if he actually works on his school work at school.

I took Devin to his first rock concert a couple of weeks ago. We have an outdoor amphitheater along the Columbia River gorge mid-state, about 3.5 hours from my house. It is an old vinyard that was converted into a concert venue about 25 years ago. It's absolutely beautiful. The stage is about 100 feet in front of the dropoff into the gorge and is surrounded by a natural amphitheater. People sit on blankets on the grass. It's totally cool. (I had never been there before.) We saw REO Speedwagon, Foreigner and Styx. It was a 5-6 hour concert. Devin was totally amused to see all of these middle aged folks rocking out like teenagers. We had a really good time at the show and camped out (part of the concert package I got - there is a campground adjacent to the amphitheater) before driving home the next morning.

Well, I guess that I better go. I have to get to bed since I have lots to do at work tomorrow. After this long as #2 in command, I've decided that I have absolutely NO desire to get into management. I'd rather keep my head (and backside) down in the trenches.

Take care all and I'll yak at ya later!

Dori :umbrella:

Verandah Man

10-03-2005, 05:27 AM

Hi Dori--it was good hearing from you!!!

Take care and feel better soon, that same bug is going through our house, I think Angelina brought it home from school and decided mom and dad should share in her misery!!! :sick:

PoohJen

10-03-2005, 02:04 PM

Hi Y'all,
I too am just checking in; I think it's been about 11 months since I posted on this thread, just 300 or so pages to catch up on....

Dori, my son Josh will be 13 1/2 at the time of the cruise (closer to 14); I think I requested early seating.

The cool news here is that the Magic is in town for drydock!!!! Woo Hoo! :cool1: Very cool seeing her on my way in to work this morning! Just 10 1/2 short months till we're up on that deck.... :banana:

Verandah Man

10-03-2005, 05:31 PM

sandygirl

10-04-2005, 02:57 PM

Hey Dori!!!

I've been wondering how you are. The concert sounded cool. You're a good mom. Here's to a good year in school :drinking1 (that's chocolate milk for Devin).

See Ya',
Darlene

newholidayx2

10-05-2005, 08:11 AM

Just wanted to check in and let everyone know what Ive been thinking lately - thinking of cancelling the cruise. It really is alot of $ and Dave hasnt been paid for a few weeks. Did finally return to work this past Mon.
Wont cancel though until the last possible minute. May just take Jon & myself. Who really knows?
If we dont do the cruise we may do WDW for 2wks again. If Dave comes w/us we may do a wk at WDW and also visit SeaWorld and Universal while staying at WDW. Again who really knows?

Lets get through Christmas first

SeaSpray

10-05-2005, 08:16 PM

Hi everyone :grouphug:

Welcome to our new cruisers! I am looking forward to meeting you all, this cruise is going to be great! :sunny:

Dori, it is great to hear from you. :hug: I hope you're feeling better. You sound like the symptoms I had a few years ago when I had pneumonia! Get better soon!

Barb, hang in there! Don't make any changes until and unless you are totally sure about what you really want to do. :flower:

Have any of you started looking at airfare yet?? :teeth: We are now inside the 331 days-out time frame. lol I checked today and the airfare right now is not bad at all. Not great, but definitely not bad! Just not sure that we're ready to book it yet. Might wait a month or so, or at least until John and I get back from our adults-only trip later this month :)

I hope everyone is well, and again, WELCOME EVERYONE! :grouphug:

Verandah Man

10-05-2005, 09:14 PM

Not sure yet if we are going to fly down next August or drive, at least we still have plenty of time to make that decision.

My DD decided she would be so kind as to share her head cold with dear old dad. Angelina came home from school late last week not feeling well, by Monday morning I woke up with a stuffed up head. I'm just glad I didn't have to report back to work this past Monday!!!

I trust others that aren't feeling well, will start feeling better real soon!!!

Take Care All,

Andy

Reenieny18

10-05-2005, 09:20 PM

Hello DORI>> nice to hear from you again... Glad to hear DEVIN is doing so well.. :goodvibes

Terry,... TRANMERIDIAN was the way we flew to FLORIDA>. they went belly up last week.. to get cheaper airfare. we may have to drive 1.5 hrs to ROCHESTER for a better priced flight.. TINA.. you have room over night??

We had MEET THE TEACHER NIGHT last night.. All of DANIELS classes said that those groups of kids were the best and it seemed like the smartest too..!! WAHOO>>>I am so proud of him.. He is such a great student..
meanwhile not to put JACLYN down.. The teachers have all said great things of her as well..It will be an easy year.!!!

Yesterday was 1 year of my STROKE for those that knew me than... The kids talked about it today and how scary it was... :confused3 Like I know waht I was doing..lol :rotfl:

Barb. dont cancel yet.. my husband has not worked in 3 yrs.. and we survive.. with 2 kids in pvt schools.. You someone find the money.. Look at the loop at what I wrote if your interested in xtra $$$

POOH JEN.. where is the MAGIC?? in NORFOLK?? That is where my daughter is flying to FRIDAY. Let me know. My sister is in Williamsburg.. and her BF is in VIRGINIA BEACH. Jaclyn will be all over the state..maybe she can get a glimpse of it..

Hello to all the folks I have missed and all the new families that have joined our great family.. :grouphug: ..

Thanks
Doreen