Calling All 8/19/06 Special Western Cruisers! AKA "The Cruisin' Castaways" Part 2

[mikayla'sMom]

Sorry, just wanted to be the 3000's post! :rotfl:

[mikayla'sMom]

I missed it!! Congratulations Denise!! :cheer2: :cheer2: But I did start another page :rolleyes:

[castoff]

Lindz: Congrats !! :cheer2: :Pinkbounc :Pinkbounc You picked the right date.

My guess for the new date is Aug. 30th. That is my DD birthday. :love:

[newholidayx2]

ok guys - time to start calling me by my first name - i really dont want to hear newholidayx2 in the hallways - so from now on its Barb - k? thanks

Congratulations Andy! so when do we visit?

DHs (Dave) birthday is Aug 8 - Jonathan (DS) and I leave for FL Aug 13th! woohoo - cant wait to meet some of you

[8 Ears]

Heather and you others who wished us the best, Dad should be home for Easter BUT he has to spend tomorrow night. Saturday night will depend how much pain he is still in. Apperently(sp) this is a painful surgery. :confused3 Huh, what'a I know I thought they all were.

DS 10 Bryan made a thoughtful card at school for him. He heard me over talking about the will and such and is thinking Papa will not make it out.... :sad2: Very sensitive boy. Oops, blabbing again! Thanks to you all, I am headed to bed.

For those of you that got :cold: today, sorry. Hoping we just get :umbrella: the first of the week.

Mary

[mikayla'sMom]

Mary - I agree any surgery is painful, but I hope your dad proves them all wrong! Children have amazing range, don't they. Never think they are not listening. My daughter is so sad about her friend also. My husband tried to explain the surgery he was going to have....the next day she was crying because she thought they cut his ear off. :earseek:. We'll bethinking of you and your family tom.....

I think Aug. is going to be busier than March as far as birthdays go. Maybe that has something to do with the choice of sailing when we are. ;)

What happened......we hit page 200 and where is everyone :confused3 Maybe we have talked ourselves out :rolleyes1

[Ct_TiggerFan]

I doubt this group could talk ourselfs out :rotfl2:

Good Night All

[Reenieny18]

Busy people today at the key boards. yeah page 200 :cool1:

I am not much better today either. I tried to sleep a few hrs on the couch... The wheezes I have wake me up and it scares the kids.. Its sounds like a death RATTLE,,lol :rotfl:

Anyone have connection to CHRYSLER because I have a true lemon of a car. Thank GOD I have the 100000 miles warrenty.... I took it in with 82057 miles on it.. and they swear to me they drove it around the area to correct the problem and the miles out were 82061... well driving it to my drive-way didnt even make it to 82061. A simple oil change and state inspection cost me $128 and change.. I am furious.. and than they never called me when it was ready... so I had to go there with MARTY at 715 PM.. wheezing and coughing all over them,,lol I swear the girl thought I was going to die on her desk.. I was LIVID..

ok sorry i just had to vent... pirate:

Terry have a good time with your sister..

Barb,, nice to put a name to the screen name

Sue feel free to write anytime, I love reading your accent... :teeth:

I better get to bed. I have a 915 DRs appointment to start my day off.. and I hope to get a call from the service manager at this CHRYSLER store..
Sweet dreams... :cloud9: :cloud9:

Doreen

[Verandah Man]

Good Morning Everyone,

We got in a bit late last evening and Angelina was feeling ill, poor thing went straight to bed and fell asleep within minutes. Will probably take it easy today and change our plans around. No fever last night, will be checking that again after she wakes up this morning.

Congrats on reaching page 200 and post 3000 while I was away from the boards last evening, I knew you could do it!!!

Have a WONDERful and MAGICal day!!!

:wave:

[newholidayx2]

Good morning everyone
Andy - Hope Angelina feels better today

Jonathan's home today (lucky kid).
I have a meeting this morn that takes me out of town. "How to run reports to clean up the circulation system" Told him if he needs anyone Dad will be easier to get in touch with even though he's 30mins from home. Oh well by 1pm I should be back to check on him.
I work in the children's dept of our town library. I prefer the part of my job where I enter the new books, keep the system clean, etc - more of the tech serv end.

Have a good day everyone

[castoff]

Andy: I wonder if it was the change of weather for Angelina ? Hope she is feeling better today. Keep us updated. :wizard:

Barb: My DS is also named Jonathan. Spelled the same way. He is 14. We aren't taking the kids on this cruise. They are going to spend time at WDW with grandparents.

[SeaSpray]

John fixed my computer! It was the power supply, which is what I thought it was. Ed, we used to own an internet service and during the day I did tech support for our customers, so I knew enough to check the cords and all of the other obvious reasons. But thanks anyway. It was amazing how many people overlooked the most simple things. lol


:sunny: :boat: :sunny: 73 weeks till the cruise!!! :boat: :sunny: :boat:

[Ct_TiggerFan]

John fixed my computer! It was the power supply, which is what I thought it was. Ed, we used to own an internet service and during the day I did tech support for our customers, so I knew enough to check the cords and all of the other obvious reasons. But thanks anyway. It was amazing how many people overlooked the most simple things. lol


:sunny: :boat: :sunny: 73 weeks till the cruise!!! :boat: :sunny: :boat:

Hi Terry,

Good news your back on the air.

Ah another techie in our mists lol,

newholidayx2 (Barb) good to put a name to the screen id).

Andy: Hope Angelina is feeling better today.

Doreen- More PD :wizard: for you and your car

Mary Hope all goes well for your Dad,

:grouphug: to all, and more PD :wizard: :wizard: :wizard: :wizard: around to all that are feeling ill.



Ed

[MoranClan]

How is everyone doing in The Illness area?..Hope all is well..

I have a question for our next cruise in October...

I havent been to St. Marteen or St. Thomas since I was 20....What is there to do now?..

I have no Idea... :confused3

Cindy Likes the beach's and Well..I like to drink...I saw a sky tram in St. Thomas that looks good, so I know we will be doing that...

Any Help will be appreciated...

Bobby

[sandygirl]

BOBBY
Definately do the tram on St Thomas. It is really cool. You can walk to it from the pier. Once you get to the top there is a restaurant and shops and an awesome view. I got a shot of the Magic that looks like a postcard.

There is a bird show, too. and you can have your photo taken with the birds. Sandy has a photo of a tropical bird sitting on her head and one cradle in her arms. Really neat.

Wish we were going too! I prefer the eastern itinerary.
Darlene

[sandygirl]

TERRY Glad you are back in working order...or at least your PC is.

ANDY Hope Angelina is feeling much better today. No fun being sick on vacation.

Hello BARB!

DOREEN - You go get 'em girl! Chrysler beware! You seriouly should not have to deal with this kind of thing when you are not feeling well. Take care!

I just sent my letter to Sears Customer Service. Must be a bad week for consumers.

MARY We are still praying for your dad.

HEATHER August will certainly be a full month for birthdays! DD's is 8/20. And that IS why we choose to sail in Aug. Not to mention all the wonderful company onboard with us!

Darlene

[Verandah Man]

Angelina had kind of a rough night, she just got up about an hour ago. We were supposed to see Shirley at The Perfect Gift today and go to Dixie Crossroads for lunch so we could get our Rock Shrimp, but we had to cancel that for today with Angelina not feeling well, we decided to stay here at my mom's. The sky is very dark right now, and I can hear the thunder getting closer as I type. I hope the weather and Angelina are doing better tomorrow because we have our three hour paddle boat excursion planned on the St. Johns River. We get a nice buffet lunch with the paddle boat excursion as well.

O.K., the thunderstorm is just too close for comfort so I'm shutting the computer down for a while.

Bye for now,

Andy

[Ct_TiggerFan]

Andy,

Hopefully the Tstorms have passed and you have some sun.
With any luck Angelina starts to feel better, rough thing for a child to feel ill on a vacation. :wizard: :wizard: Some PD for good measure.

Well as you heard most of the snow is melting fast.

Heather, looks like the 8/19/06 cruise is fast turning into one big Bday party,
I have # 49 right before the cruise on 8/15 lol.

If all works out we should be at WDW for that one. :cool1: :cool1: :cool1:


Happy Weekend all :banana: :Pinkbounc :cheer2:

[florida sun]

Evening all,

Hope you are all well. It is Good Friday today and the weather over here is beautiful, low 70's with the sun shining brightly. This is the first of my 10 days off from work, so Vicki and I went out this afternoon down to our local beauty spot and sat outside, over looking the river, eating ice cream,and drinking smoothies it was so good to feel the sun. :sunny:

Barb: Lovley to call you "BARB" looking forward to meeting you this August at Trails end.

Mary: Hope your dad is well on the mend,what a lovley thing your dear son did making a card. Best wishes to you.

Heather: Hope all is well with you.

Doreen: Come on girl, get yourself better. Thinking of you in my welsh accent :grouphug:

Andy: So sorry Angelina is not feeling too good, nothing worse than being ill on your holidays, take care and hope you are able to make your plans tomorrow.

Tina: How are you my dear neighbour, not long to your trip to vegas, any chance you can fit me in your case?.

Terry: So glad your computer is fixed now, I thought we had a new family when you posted under you dh name lol.

Ed: August is indeed a busy month for birthdays, where do you plan on staying the night before the cruise? We were thinking of the Raddison or maybe 1 night somewhere at WDW and getting Disney transfers.

Bobby: Hi there, I bet you are looking forward to your cruise in October,I have never been to St Marteen or St Thomas but they both look great.

Darlene: How is Stan? I do hope he is better. My daughter is an August birthday girl as well on the 17th.

Sorry if I have missed out anyone, hosting this quiz is really putting me behind with reading all the posts, never mind it ends next Thursday 31st. Oh which by the way is my birthday day. I will have to have a celebration smoothie to mark the end of the quiz and my birthday.


Take Care all,

Sue :wave:

[MoranClan]

Hello Everyone...Was Bored today..

Here are My postings from Live on the Magic from The Hurricane frances Cruise..

ENJOY

Live From the magic
Hey Everyone..

Due to the Oncoming Hurricane...The Schedule has been modified..

Sunday Castaway Cay
No Key West..

Costa Meya?...In Mexico...I think..Will post When I remember.hehe

Great Day Today..

Bobby

P.s. Did anyone get a shot of the 2 palms cam today?..

Hello Allears..I believe John is still Onboard...He introduced himself last night...Well..the Head server did, and Yes his name is John,,I will find out tonight..

Its 4:30 am...Ship is empty..hehe...Workers are looking at me walking around deck taking pictures like im crazy...Feels like I have the whole Deck 10 to myself..

Check back in later...So far Smooth Sailings, Great electrical storm in the distance last night..Better than fireworks..

Bobby

On Board Up Date
Cant talk long..Waiting in line to go to Parrot Cay..

Castaway Cay was great today..got some cool digital underwater shots..

AllEars..John Will be onboard for your cruise..thats what he told me..

So far Smooth sailings..Day at sea tomorrow..

Bobby..

P.s. I will also check other requests this week as I can

Bobby

Update
Hello Everyone..

So Far we havent heard about what port we are docking at on Saturday..I just checked the weather report and it doset look good...

I will keep everyone posted..

So far the cruise is Awesome...Glass like seas...Great Weather..A little too hot for me..hehe...But its been great..

Palos last night with the REAS package...It was great...

Tonight is Pirate night..We cant wait...I am saving all the navigators that I will post for all to see when If ever..haha We get home...

I will try and post a lsting of movies sometime today or tomorrow..I keep forgetting to write them down...

Have to run for now..

Talk soon

Bobby

Storm Update
Good Morning Everyone..

Captain Tom, Announced yesterday that they are seeking alternate Ports to dock...We had to fill out paper work on how we arrived to the Port..

He also said it would not be out of the question to stay out at sea for another day..

Wouldnt that Be great?..

So far the weather has been awesome...Flat Seas...Great Service onBoard the Magic..

When we hear more about the storm and our course I will let everyone know..

TTFN Bobby

Where we are
Hello..

We are currently docked at Costa Maya...

Beautiful Sunny Day..

Will let everyone know what is going to happen..

Bobby

Re: Hey MoranClan!
Quote:
Originally posted by Jerseylicious
Not sure if you went to any of the Meet & Greets or not yet, but if you did, did you meet SeaSpray?? A.k.a. Terry from Massachusetts? She's my aunt and I'm trying to find out what the deal is with the storm. If you see or know her, please tell her I said "HI"!

Thanks, have an awesome trip, and we'll be anxiously awaiting more details about the itinerary for the rest of the week.


Hello..Yes I met Your Aunt.,.Great People you are Lucky..

On our way to Texas as I type...

DCL is trying to do whatever they can for travel arrangements..

I feel bad for everyone in Florida..Its one Heck of a Storm...All stay Well..

Have to rush this post,,Yes there is a line..hahahahah

Will Post tomorrow AM..

Bobby
P.s. Disneys First ever 9 night Cruise...

Good Morning
Hello Everyone..

I hope and pray That everyone in the path of the storm will be safe...

I know that my family and everyone on board are in the Best possible place to be...

So far the passangers on board are very excited about the 2 extra nights...There are some who are miserable about the idea, but I guess they dont understand that Captain Tom and DCL are trying to keep the Ship, Crew and all passangers Safe...

Has anyone heard about the storm serge by Port Canaveral?..

My car is parked there, and I need to drive back to NY...If it washes away, its not a big deal...But I am just curious...

With that all said...And like I said...I hope everyone in the Path will be ok...


I cant believe that we have 2 more days on the Magic..WOO HOO

The Crew have all been awesome...From The cleaning people playing around with my kids...The painters that pass by my Verandah and Make faces at us..To The Capt. and all the Officers...

I now know why We have used DCL before...

We have Clive and Vivian as our servers...I hope that everyone here gets Them....Clive has been onboard for a while, and Vivian Is new...

Today should be a great day at sea..We are having a 2:00pm Dis Meet on deck 9, Goffy Pool...Everyone that has Alcohol with them are bringing it up..We even have 2 or 3 smoothie makers also..hahahahaah

I am keeping all the Navigators and will post them as soon as we get home...

Pirates Night Is a definate Hit...The menus are Great..Rolled up in string like a Treasure Map...

We even had Tropical night last night..Imagine..Pirate night and the Mexicali night Back to back on the same cruise..

Im trying to think what else to type, but dont want to keep it too long..

I will Post Later..

Bobby

Good Morning from Texas
Good Morning Everyone..

Slowly pulling into the Texas Port as I type..Cant see much, Its dark outside...

Passed a few oil Rigs yesterday which was cool...Seas are still great with very little movement onboard...

They are letting people get off this morning if they wish...Thats first for DCL...

We will be here until 12:00 and yes we can go ashore for few hours...

Lines have been huge for the Internet, thats why I couldnt post much yesterday...

The Magic is planned to dock at the Port on Monday at 12:00...The Wonder is scheduled at the same time as well..

How is the Storm doing?...Any Updates would be appreciated..

Thanks

Bobby

Live from Texas
Hello..

Thanks for all the updates on the storm..

The people here are Very friendly...Its nice...

We wont be in Port much..Just until 1:00pm....

Just refueling and getting more food...

We booked another night at Palos..YUM YUM...

Had Brunch yesterday..That was also YUM YUM..hehe

I estimate about 500 people disembarked today...More room for us..Woo Hoo..

Will keep everyone posted..We have a special New Menu Tonight at Dinner...I may have to stop by to check it out before palos...

Its Called.."The Magic At Sea" Menu...

Now I wish they could make a pin for this cruise..haha

Talk Later

Had to get some more cash for our Servers today..Clive and Vivian are Great....

I wonder if the cat 3 and 2 rooms are empty if they will let us move in..hehe

Bobby

Update
Hello Everyone...

Just got finished with the Early Dinner..

Not too bad...It was a new Menue..and yes we all got to take them home...

They Said...

"Magic at Sea" and underneath..Galverstan Texas..

HEHE a very nice touch...

The shows have been OK....Some comedian Dont know his name Sorry..

Tonight is a Stomp Like Show...

The way the weather looks...I cant see us docking on Monday..But Who knows...

Will post again later..Lines again..

Bobby

Good Morning
Hello Everyone..

Hope everyone is making ot through the storm OK..

Any updates on the Port Area?...

I cant find any information online...

Will let everyone know about when we will dock on Monday..

Bobby

Another Update
Hello Everyone..

"The Weather started getting rough, The Magic Ship was tossed"...OKOK you all know the rest..

Getting a bit Bumpy out here..We are somewhere between Mexico and Florida, and the Seas that were like glass, Well...Have started rocking the ship,...

Got the announcement that we wont be docking until 4:00pm Monday..and that still may change,...

Any other word on the Port Yet?..

How about Castaway Cay?....

Will let everyone know whats going on as soon as we find out..

Bobby

Monday Morning Update
Good Morning..

As of last night..We are scheduled to Dock at the Port 8:00pm..

The captain informed us, we may stay onboard until tuesday due to the problems in Florida...

I just hope my car is still there...

Seas were rough yesterday..My older daughter wanted to get off...

Last nights show was the farewell Variety and dinner was the Best Of..

I wonder whats in store for today..

Any more upsdates on The Port?..

Thanks

Bobby

Docking Tonight
Hello Everyone..

We cant get into Port canaveral..

We are going to Fort Lauderdale...

Shoulr arrive by Midnight Tonight due to the high ship traffic..

DCL will let us gett off tomorrow morning...

There will be buses for us to go wherever we need..

If anyone cant get flight outs, DCL will put up people on Disney Property with free transfers to the airport..

I just hope my car is ok at the port..

Will talk to everyone when I finally get home..

Bobby

Magic and Wonder
Good morning...

This is the Last post from the First Ever 10 Night Magic Cruise..WOo HOO...

Last night at around 11:00pm..The Wonder pulled into Port..

What a Sight..These really are beautiful looking Ships...Hopefully te pictures came out good...

Leaving the ship ASAP this morning to board a bus to go back to Port Canaveral..

Will let everyone know how it turned out when I get Home...

Speak to everyone soon.

Bobby

Just Got Home
Hello Everyone...

Took 2 days to drive home but we made it..WOO HOO...

I tried to stay behind and East of Frances...So it took a little longer..

I juts wanted to post before i unload my Car..

We did Have a GREAT time...DCL was awesome...A little hectic at the end..But AWESOME indeed..

Will Post alot more when I get things unpacked..

P.S. August 28th is now the First Official 10 night Cruise..WOO HOO..

Talk in a bit..

Bobby

Trip Report
Hello Everyone....

My wife Cindy finally read all of your well wishes..

She was amazed and wants to say thankyou...

I am in the process of making our Trip report..May take a week..will keep everyone informed when it will be done..

Thanks again for all your updates and well wishes...

Bobby, Cindy and Clan

Cars at the Port
Quote:
Originally posted by Cruise04
I am assuming all the vehicles at port faired okay if you made it home.


No cars at the Port were damaged...

We were at the Radisson...From what we saw..No cars there were damaged..

Im lucky I fueled up before we parked...Just something my father used to tell us..There was NO gas anywhere..

Thanks again..

Bobby

[florida sun]

Wow Bobby

I think you just won our longest post award. :rotfl2:

Sue :wave:

[lynr]

Bobby: Thank you for posting all that. It really brings back great memories of all the fantastic friends we made on this trip. :banana:

Lyn

[Ct_TiggerFan]

Yep,

I think Bobby won :rotfl2:

I enjoyed the write up, I can see we think alike, ohhh this is gonna be a fun cruise.

Sue, we havent decided if we are staying a few days in WDW yet before the cruise, If I get the time off we will, otherwise we will fly in the night before, then stay at either the radison or Ron Jon.


Ed

[newholidayx2]

Andy - Hope Angelina is feeling better

Our tentative plans are for Jon & I to fly down Aug 12 and spend a few days at WDW. Dave will fly down that Fri, rent a car from Avis, come pickup Jon & myself. (Unless he joins us earlier at WDW). We'll then drive over to the Radisson at port, and turn in the rental car. Have the Radisson shuttle us to port early Sat morn.
We did Avis & the Radisson back in 03 and it worked out well.

[mikayla'sMom]

Update on Nick, He was supposed to go home tom., but he has been getting sick all day. He is also very pale and says his head is really hurting him. They are trying to get him in for emergency catscan. My friend overheard the nerologist that it might be another blood clot! Please continue good thoughts for him. The family is starting to break down. I am waiting to hear the results. I will probably go to the hospital tom. to show support. I feel so helpless! They didn't even tell thier inlaws because the Grandma has been so upset. I hope this hole ordeal is over soon and the family can recover. I am reminded how lucky I am!

Bobby - That was great of you to post your day by day. I love to watch storms in the distance. Did you get pictures of those? Do you think there is any chance for a repeat :teeth: .

Mary - Hope all went well with your dad today and he is % soon. :goodvibes :wizard:

Doreen - Feel free to vent anytime, that is what we are here for. Are you on a nebulizer? Feel better soon forget the car and just get some rest. :goodvibes :wizard:

Andy - Is Angelina feeling any better? I hope she is well for the paddle boat excursion. The weather has been crazy down there. I hope it moves on rapidly. :moped:

Terry - Glad your computer is well again! Thanks for the update as well, weeks!! :cheer2: :cheer2:

Ed - I think 8/15 is close enough for a double celebration.

Sue - Same goes for Vicki! Will you guys be on a plane that day? You had the best day, I actually felt like I was there sharing it with you. :cloud9:

[8 Ears]

Urgh, morning all. :teeth: Very long day yesterday! Dad is doing as well as expected. Surgery went well, once they got in there it turned out better than we thought. Cuff not torn and did not end up having it pinned. :banana: nor did he have a plate put in. Do they go hand and hand?? :rolleyes: Still on my learning curve of life :rotfl: They (stitched) it together and should heal well and he should be "healed" in 3-6 months! He thinks it will only be 3, Step Mom has not told him differnetly yet.... However he did get sick to his stomach so we never got to see him until he got his room last night at 6:30!! He went in at 11:40'ish. DGM and I basically gave him a kiss on the forehead and started my 3 1/2 hour journey home. :earseek:

:rolleyes: Promised the boys I would let them go icefishing today with a family friend since it is the last day of the season they can go. So, we are headed out the door!!

From the bottom of my heart :grouphug: to all those who sent good wishes! I hopped on in one of the waiting rooms and showed SM. She was amazed how kind/thoughtful you all are. So thanks from her as well. :flower:

Mary

[newholidayx2]

Good morning

I gotta admit I havent read back through this post so Im really not sure what's going on with family members - seems theres alot who are sick. Hope everyone gets well soon.

May take Jonathan to Mystic Aquarium today. We're members and havent been for a while.
Need to also find time today to put together an Easter basket. He'll be 13 in 7wks and still loves to wake up Easter morning w/those plastic eggs all over the house! lol
Dave is talking about cooking spaghetti for our Easter dinner! Oh well, he's the cook

[Verandah Man]

Good Morning From Stormy Florida,

We are having another day like yesterday weather wise. We're going to call at 9am to see if the paddle boat cruise excursion is still a go. The temp is going up to 85 today with more severe thunderstorms predicted. I hope the weather is better tomorrow afternoon, as that is when we will be flying home.

Angelina had a better night last night, and no signs of a fever since yesterday morning. We stayed close to the area and did manage to go to the movies again last evening and saw "Miss Congeniality 2" which was a riot.

Mary--Prayers and Pixie Dust for your dad's quick recovery, I hope he does well with PT!!!

Time to go get some breakfast and get ready for our last full day here, take care everyone and here's wishing you all a happy and safe weekend!!!

Andy

[newholidayx2]

HELPPPPPPPPPPPPPP
where's the link to the webcame I watched every Sat for 2yrs?
Its 430, Im home and Im ready for a peek

[MoranClan]

I hope these are the links...
Port Cam (http://www.local6.com/blank/2349894/detail.html)

Or

Two Palms Cam (http://www.twopalms.com/)

Bobby

[newholidayx2]

thank you - where's the Magic? whats the chances of this being updated?
do you have twopalms link?

[MoranClan]

I posted the Two Palm Cams in the other message...Here it is again

Two Palms Cam (http://www.twopalms.com/)

Bobby

[newholidayx2]

Im sorry - I did see the link
Hey! Is that Andy's group? can that pass as lime green?

[MoranClan]

Cleaning up my Hard Drive..I found the Two Palms Pictures from The August 28th Cruise..

Please save them....I thought I lost these..

http://www167.pair.com/rjmweb/disney/cruise/tpc3.jpg
http://www167.pair.com/rjmweb/disney/cruise/tpc31.jpg
http://www167.pair.com/rjmweb/disney/cruise/tpc32.jpg

Bobby

[Verandah Man]

Hi All,

We had a real nice time today on the Beresford Lady during our three hour paddle boat ride. It rained a good part of the ride, but by then we were back inside enjoying a very delicious buffet lunch. I was very impressed with the Beresford Lady, this paddle boat was built by hand and took about 18 years to build. The owners have only been doing the paddle boat tour rides for just a little over four years. I did get a couple of nice photos of us on the paddle boat.

We were going to take a ride to Port Canaveral after we got off the paddle boat ride and watch the Magic sail away this evening, but it was still raining too hard, so we just came back to my mom's and she made us dinner tonight.

Thanks for the pixie dust, Angelina is feeling much better today. Tomorrow it is back to reality and Monday it is back to work.

Well, I'm going to close for now.

Andy :wave2:

[Michele25]

:Pinkbounc :Pinkbounc :cheer2: :cheer2:

Hi,

I posted this on another thread, but thought I'd add it to thread too. I just booked our 2nd Disney Cruise today, for 8/19/06!! Two visits to Castaway Cay will be heaven!

We have a Category 6 and have been assigned to room 6110 (anyone ever have this room? We stayed in 6052 last time and liked the location a lot!!) At the time of sailing we will be: me (42) DH (44) DD (11) DD (8) (seems weird to write that my "baby" will be 8, and that I'll be 42, nonetheless!!!!)

Michele


:Pinkbounc :cheer2:

[MoranClan]

Good Morning Everyone...

Happy Easter

http://www167.pair.com/rjmweb/disney/cruise/eastertitle1.GIF

Love ,

The Morans

[castoff]

Happy Easter Everyone ! :wave:

Andy: Have a safe trip back home.

Michele25: Welcome aboard ! :wave: I am also your neighbor to the right of you. :teeth: Are you going to fly out of Buffalo or Rochester? Tina

[Verandah Man]

Good Morning All, and to those of us who celebrate, Happy Easter!!!

Welcome Aboard Michele and Family to the Cruisin' Castaways Family!!!

This will most likely be my last post from Florida for this trip :sad2: but at least it looks like it is going to be a much nicer day weather wise here. We will be leaving here around 11am for the airport, hopefully, we will get in at least Group B again for the flight home.

I really am not looking forward to leaving these warmer temps for the chilly temps up home, but you got to do, what you got to do, don't you? :confused3

It's time to start getting everyone on the move here, so I will check in later.

Have a BLESSED day,

Andy

[florida sun]

Morning All
A very happy Easter to you all. :Pinkbounc

Welcome Michelle to our happy crew, Andy hope you have a safe journey home.

Dont eat to many Easter Eggs Now. :rotfl2:

Speak Later

Sue :wave:

[newholidayx2]

Happy Easter everyone
Jon just gave me a hug and said "thanks for making this a great Easter mom"
(awwww - when they get older those hugs are fewer and farther between)
He does love looking for those plastic eggs - and it does "drag out" Easter morn a little more.

did anyone book through Dreams instd of DCL? did you find them cheaper? can they take over my current ressie? I want to keep our room #!

[Ct_TiggerFan]

Good Morning all,

Welcome aboard Michele and family. On my end at the time of cruising, Ed(49) dw(49) and dd(9).

Loved that picuture Bobby & family Happy Easter.

Andy, have a safe trip home, please try to bring the sun and warmth with you :cool1:

Sue & Vicky Happy Easter.

Barb, I am using Magic for Less, but I believe you can transfer your reservation to any agency and it will not be a problem.

Happy Easter all,

Ed

[Verandah Man]

Just arrived home, now it's time to get some dinner. Today was the best weather we had the six days we were in Florida, and we spent most of it in the MCO Airport, LOL!!! :rotfl:

We jad a very bumpy ride home on the plane, and what a cold reception, when we walked outside of PHL Airport. :cold:

It's back to work in the morning for me, Angelina goes back to school on Tuesday.

More Later,

Andy

[Ct_TiggerFan]

Andy,

Welcome Home.

Happy Easter.

Ed

[sandygirl]

HAPPY EASTER EVERYONE!

BOBBY - loved the greeting. You are just too clever. Give hellos to the kids! :wave2:

ANDY - Welcome Home! Seems like GCCC had quite the shindig this weekend.

WELCOME ABOARD MICHELE AND FAMILY! My baby will be 9 when we finally board the ship for this cruise. Actually she will turn 9 on the 20th. There are lots of nice children signed on for this cruise!

Goodnight!
Darlene

[Reenieny18]

Just wanted to post and wish everyone a Blessed HAPPY EASTER and I hope the EASTER BEAGLE gave all your wishes you ask for.....lol

And for those that need the extra encouragement.. HAPPY SPRING :goodvibes :flower: :flower2: :flower1: We had 55* when we got out of church this morning... YIPPIEEE!!1

MICHELLE welcome to our family.. I will read more post when I fell better.. just wanted to pop on and say hello today..
BOBBY nice to hear your writing again.... Feels like I am talking to you at 6am up on deck again...

Doreen

[Michele25]

I just wanted to thank everyone for all of the warm welcomes! We are so happy to be joining such a nice group on this cruise!

Andy, I'm sure you can answer this, and I know it's probably been answered and discussed somewhere in the earlier posts, but how did this group get the name "The Cruisin' Castaways"? Just curious about such a cute name!

Michele :)



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[Verandah Man]

I just wanted to thank everyone for all of the warm welcomes! We are so happy to be joining such a nice group on this cruise!

Andy, I'm sure you can answer this, and I know it's probably been answered and discussed somewhere in the earlier posts, but how did this group get the name "The Cruisin' Castaways"? Just curious about such a cute name!

Michele :)



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Hi Michele,

A few months back there was a poll taken on which name our group would like to be called. There were several good choices, but "The Cruisin' Castaways" was the winner.

Andy

[castoff]

Good Morning Everyone ! :wave:
Hope everyone had a nice Easter yesterday. Even though my DS is 14 he still looks forward to waking up and going on an egg hunt in the morning. :confused3 I will continue to do it as long as they want me to. I also put pieces of paper in them which lead them to other prizes that they have to find. We wen't out to dinner last night then drooped Chuck off at a Hotel directly across from the airport. :( He had to get up at 4:00 and we didn't want 2 cars at the airport one for two weeks the other for a week. I have alot of appointments and running around to do. :moped: Why I wait to do these things just before I leave for a trip .......... :confused3

Andy: I bet it's tough going back to work today. I hope it's not to cold for you. How is Angelina feeling?

Sue: I don't know how I am going to fit all my stuff in my suitcase but if you can manage to get yourself all the way over here then at least I could do is manage to get you to Vegas right? :teeth:

Hope everyone has a sunny day. :sunny: It won't be here........it will be raining all day. :umbrella: Tina

[Reenieny18]

Tina when do you leave?? you have to remember that we will be at BIAGGI's on the 8th for a sweet 16...

Michele.. we had many names including the BLACK PEARLS.. with a inside meaning for CASTAWAY KEY... and of course becasue we all seem to get sick on this thread,,,lol pirate: ( JOHNNY DEP was so hot in that movie,,lol)

I am off to dog sit and let my baby girl outside.. I a am late today. These past 3 days I basically have stayed at the house with the dog. She is a PIT.. but such a baby.. I never thought I would say that about a PIT BULL...
I already have them booked for JULY... CIndy I wish you guys lived closer... I gave The dog a bath on SATURDAY it ws so nice outside. The sad thing is the dog "SAMANTHA"thinks she is a lap dog though,,lol :goodvibes

Daniel is off from school, Jaclyn has to go... Marty has PART I of his back procedure.. so I have to go into NURSE MODE again... never a dull moment around here...

Andy glad your home safe.. what ever happened to ANGELINA?? is she better?? :wizard:

Ok time to take JAC to school.. have a gret day everyone..

DOREEN

[Verandah Man]

Hi Tina and Doreen--Angelina is feeling great, I'm the one who woke up this morning with a sour stomach, headache and something else that needs not be mentioned, if you get my drift. I'm getting ready to walk out the door to go to work, it is pouring down rain outside, and a Monday to boot. Other than that, all is fine with the world, LOL!!! I've got to keep that positive attitude flowing!!!

Off to work I go!!!!!

[florida sun]

Hi Everybody

Beautiful day here in Cardiff once again, we were going to go out but I am not up to it.
I had a lousy day yesterday afternoon I tripped over a silly cable wire, and fell smack bang down onto a wooden coffee table(no I had'nt been drinking lol). To make matters worse I had my hands full, so could not put them out to save myself, and managed to catch a small display cabinet on the way down which came down with all it's contents on top of me.

So I am sat here feeling very sorry for myself, with cuts and bruises all over, I frightened the life out of Vicki, and I shook like a leaf for a good while after, I dont think I have done any serious damage, but my hand is cut, I was carrying china, winded myself, and have a good couple of serious bruises on my legs.

Andy, glad you arrived home safely and so glad Angelina is feeling better, so sorry you have to go to work today,take care and hope you feel better soon.

Good job I have no work this week, as I look as though I have been a few rounds in the boxing ring.

Hope you are all well.

Speak soon

Sue :wave:

[newholidayx2]

Andy - hope youre feeling better soon

Yes its a dreary day here in central MA. Im thinking alot of the little kids & mommies will want to get out of their houses today and come to the library! usually happens on days like this - we have a hugh early learning center where the kids like to play - sometimes for hours

Hows the weather look for this coming wknd? hoping to get to Roger Williams Zoo in Providence, RI

[Ct_TiggerFan]

Good Morning all, welll Morning all at least :rotfl2:

Raining cats and dogs here in Ct , poor little things all wet looking.

Sue, did you feel so bad for us over here that you felt like you had to join the walking wounded. :confused3 , Hope you feel better soon.

Andy, sorry to here your feeling a little ill this morning. Hope it passes quickly.

Well I'm at work, but dont know if I will get much done today,
I am waiting to hear if my car loan will be appoved. Went new car shopping Saturday.

[8 Ears]

Oh Sue, :angel: pryaing your bruises heal quickly. :angel: Give Vicki :grouphug: as well.

Yucky day here in Maine. Snowing this morning and they we could get 1-2 inches of rain today and into tomorrow morning.

The rivers are not going to like that :sad2: with the warm temps for the rest of the week as well. 50's later in the week.

They are warning us we COULD have major flooding.

Take care all, need to get busy with my little :angel: 's here at school.

Mary

[sandygirl]

SUE - My goodness, you must be so sore! Vicki must have been so concerned. I'm so glad you have the week off to rest and recover from your injuries. Did you ice everything? I'm sure you would go to the doctor for a check if you thought you needed it, but let us know how you are getting along.

ANDY - Not a nice day to be outside, my friend. Hope it doesn't make you feel worse. Try to stay dry.

DOREEN - How is Marty? He's lucky to have you.

MICHELE - The "Cruisin' Castaways" are a great group. I can't wait to meet all the members who have joined our motley crew for the 2006 cruise. I won't be as shy this time around, and Stan will be well, and Sandy, well, Sandy is always a social butterfly. What can I say...you are going to have a great time!

I should get moving but it is a nasty day outside. I need to get an ankle x-ray before my ortho appointment tomorrow. It's hurting something awful today.

Talk later,
Darlene

[castoff]

Doreen: I leave this FRIDAY :Pinkbounc :Pinkbounc I come back next Thursday on the red eye. What time is the big event? I will be back in town :teeth:

Sue: First :grouphug: How awful I do hope the pain goes away quickly. :wizard: :wizard:

Andy: Not a nice way to start your first day back to work. I hope it's only a 24 hour thing. :wizard:

Linda: I am still waiting to hear about your cruise???

[lynr]

Tina: Have a great trip and tell us all about it when you return. :banana:

Doreen: Hope you are feeling better soon. Send Marty my wishes for a speedy recovery.

Sue: You must be really in pain. I hope it goes away fast.

Andy: Welcome home! What a way to start your first day back to work. Hope you feel better soon.

Darlene: What did you do to your ankle? Did I miss something? How is Stan making out with the treatments?

Barb: It is a dreary day here in South Jersey too. It looks like it is going to be this way all week. YUK!

Mary: We have all rain no snow. I'll take the rain over snow. Hopefully you won't get any flooding.

A belated Happy Easter to everyone. Hope you all had a great day!

Lyn

[mikayla'sMom]

Hi all :wave:

To all who celebrate: Hope you had a good Easter. I wated till the last second and could not find a chocolate bunny anywhere. She did get one from my mom though. I have been doing very little candy in the baskets anyway.

Yeah! :cheer2: Nicholas is back home again! They said he got so bad do to dehydration. Thanks you for all the kind thoughts and prayers.

Andy - I saw your reply on the other thread, do you know of any odd lots closer than AC? Glad you are back and Angelina is feeling better. Did you get to sit together on the way home? Sorry you had not so great weather for your stay at least you did get to do the paddle ride. I hope you are feeling better. After a day like this you need to sit and relax cuddled under a warm blanket, eating warm chocolate chip cookies and a hot chocolate.

Mary - Glad things worked out well for you dad. That was a long trip, but I am sure it meant alot to him that you were there. I hope that you are not getting rain as heavy as it is coming down here! :umbrella: We are under a flood watch too.

Michele - Welcome to you and your family :wave: My dd will turn 7 on the cruise. I booked with Mouse Ears and saved alot of money. They purchase a certain # of rooms when they first become available, and then cell them later at a higher rate. Thier rates are still lower.

Darlene - Hope all goes weel with your ankle. How much longer do you have to wait till your sugery? How is Stan doing? Another treatment this week?

Bobby - I was just noticing how talented you are....maybe we could convice you to do magnetic door signs for all of us?

on that note: Dori, how are you?

Tina - 4 more days! are you like Andy or are you all packed? :rolleyes:

Sue - I hurt just listening to that story. :sad2: I hope you are taking it easy and are on the mend. Maybe some bath salts in a warm (hot in my case) bath would do just the trick!

Ed - What kind of car are you looking at? I think we will buy a new Toyota Sienna this year. I have the 2000, but there are soooo many new things. I am debating on buying before or after our drive to NC in August and WDW in November. :confused3

[mikayla'sMom]

Doreen! I am sorry I forgot to ask if you were better yet? No more weezing? Good luck to Marty on his back pocedure. :goodvibes :wizard:

[mikayla'sMom]

I was just trying to get that $159.00 special for 2 bedroom at HHI. I could not get IT or anything else :sad2: It was kind of a last minute thought. My dd has off the last week of April. My husband can't really take off then, so I asked my girlfriend if she might go with me and dd with her and her 2 ds's. My husband is not real keen on the idea, but said if I wanted to I could, as long as it was not WDW! Have any of you ladies gone with friends and kids with no husbands far rom home on a a vacation? May be I'm crazy to think this would be fun. :rolleyes1

[sandygirl]

HEATHER
I go away all the time with just my DD or with my sister and her 2 DS. Last April DD and I flew down and spent Spring Break in Vero Beach. We had a great time.

I look at it this way - if I wait for DH I'd still be sitting on the couch. And I can travel CHEAPER without him. That doesn't sound good, does it? But really, I can keep dining costs down and DD and I are happy to sit by the pool or on the beach without expensive entertainment.

It makes my mom nervous but I am used to traveling without a man. I was a single mom with 3 boys for many years.

I've been to HHI and it is a great place to relax with kids.

JMHO
Darlene

[Ct_TiggerFan]

Heather,

I am getting a 2005 Nissan Altima 2.5 S

Plenty of room for the three of us. I had an Taurus that got totaled in 2001,
Since then driving a Focus, but I miss my larger car.

I may be picking it up tonight. Just waiting to hear back from the dealer.


Still raining hard in CT, but at least its not snow.

Sue, I hope you are feeling better. Not a good way to start some time off.

[sandygirl]

LYN
You didn't miss anything! I don't think I really talked about my ankle because I'm starting to feel like such a LOSER. I'm trying to concentrate on HAPPY THOUGHTS. I messed up some ligaments in my ankle when I tried to walk and talk at the same time. LOL It was dark in Wash DC and I missed a curb and badly turned my already disabled ankle (prior bad break).

Stan is doing well, just tired. He had his week off treatment last Wed and goes for his fourth this Wed. His blood count is good and he looks good. Good color in his face. I'm trying not to schedule evening activities so he can rest when he gets home from work.

He sure looked handsome yesterday in his suit! I changed into a jogging suit the minute I got home from church. And NO, I don't jog.

How's Matt? At least you don't have anymore snow to worry about when he is driving. At least I hope not. You must be getting so excited for your older son's visit!

Stay dry today :umbrella: ,
Darlene

[sandygirl]

HEY!!! WHAT HAPPENED TO MY COUNTDOWNS????

[lynr]

Darlene: No need to feel like a loser. I did the very same thing in Disneyworld coming out of the Country Bear Jamboree. It was dark and I didn't see the end of the porch and feel right off. Luckily I only cut up my knees and hurt my pride other than that I was fine. Hopefully it is nothing serious with your ankle, maybe you just need some PT.

I am glad to hear that Stan is doing well. I know sometimes chemo wipes you out. What happens when you go on the repo cruise? Does he just skip those treatments?

Matt is doing well, he can't wait to graduate and has basically stopped all school work. He thinks he can just coast to the finishline I guess.

You are right I can't wait to see my DS. Everytime he comes home I try to persuade him to move back, but no such luck.

Where is the :sunny: I can't stand this rain and gloomy skies anymore.

Lyn

[Verandah Man]

To all who are feeling ill and suffering from injuries here is a :grouphug:

I made it through the day!!! It wasn't a lot of fun out there today, but at least my banging headache went away, and I am able to eat food once again. Having some scrambled eggs and toast for dinner, trying to keep my meals light today.

We got Group B on our return flight Sunday and were able to sit together in row 16. We arrived at MCO at 12 noon for our "scheduled" 3pm departure. The plane had a mechanical problem which delayed our leaving Orlando by more than an hour, then we had the bumpiest flight ever finally arriving in Philly around 6:30pm. Hazel even spilled her soda all down the front of her, because as she was getting ready to take a sip, we hit some very bad turbulance. I think what we were going through yesterday, is the storm we are having here today.

Ed--congrats on the new car!!!

Dinner is ready, will chat later with y'all!!! :wave2:

[mikayla'sMom]

Andy - Do I take it you will not fly Southwest again? :rotfl2: Glad you are feeling better and out of the rain.

Darlene - Thank you! I was just wondering. You said VERO :earseek: . I don't think dh would let me drive that far! Boy, I would love to go there though.....maybe if I present it in the right way......NO...that would definately be a big fat no from him. oh well :sad2:

Ed - My husband had a Taurus...I think it was a 99. At one point our local Jiffy Lube said they would not do an oil change on his car. Something about a faulty oil thing. Any way, good luck on your new car!

[Verandah Man]

Andy - Do I take it you will not fly Southwest again?

I never say never, but Southwest will not be my first choice of airlines to fly with, that's for sure.

[jweiss]

Haven't checked into this thread for several months, so thought it was time I do so again!!! We're sailing on the Eastbound Repo, and I can barely keep up with that thread (what am I saying? I'm no where near close to keeping up with that thread!!!) I figure I won't be able to keep up with this thread till AFTER the Repo... I know there are a number of us who are sailing 8/20/05 AND 8/19/06...
We had an exciting week-end here in California.....by baby's adoption was FINAL on Friday and we had a BIG party on Saturday. That was a lot of waiting, hoping, planning, etc. and it feels VERY good to have it over and done with. My family is.....Me, Jennifer, single mom.....Chelsea, 14, and Emilie, who turned ONE on Valentine's Day. Have a nice day all.......

[sandygirl]

I am glad to hear that Stan is doing well. I know sometimes chemo wipes you out. What happens when you go on the repo cruise? Does he just skip those treatments?

Matt is doing well, he can't wait to graduate and has basically stopped all school work. He thinks he can just coast to the finishline I guess.

You are right I can't wait to see my DS. Everytime he comes home I try to persuade him to move back, but no such luck.

Where is the :sunny: I can't stand this rain and gloomy skies anymore.

Lyn
We asked the oncologist about the timing of the repo cruise and he said to definately plan on going. They will work out a schedule around it. He spoke very matter-of-factly about it all. I guess I am just still overwhelmed by the whole thing and the doctors and nurses see it all day in and day out. Stan does seem to be doing well but I can't always trust him to tell me things right away. That's how he ended up so sick on OUR cruise.

My DS and his wife are house hunting in FL. He will get out of the Marines in July and that is where they will settle. At least FL is a little closer than your son. It's hard to be so far away, isn't it.

I never did go for the x-ray. I think I caught a little of what Andy has today. Didn't want to stray too far from home, if you know what I mean. That means I have to go first thing in the morning. Fun.

Darlene

[sandygirl]

HEATHER
I didn't drive to VERO, we flew into West Palm Beach, I got a really good fare at the time. I have taken many road trips though. HHI would be a pretty good ride for you too. If you have a friend to trade off driving with it makes it easier. And you must have a reliable car. (Haven't always taken that advice myself.) Personally, I always drive. My sister doesn't like to drive if she doesn't have to. The big joke with one of my nephews is "how long will it take us" when he finds out he is going with me. He knows it is going to be HOURS!

Wish I had more vacation time, I would offer to drive you!
Darlene

[mikayla'sMom]

All this rain is makeing me angry, I had really wanted to go to Great Adventure today to check out the changes to the park. I wonder if this rain will clear out by tis weekend.

Darlene - No, I know YOU did not drive. I would drive though. (i think) We have yet to take my dd on a plane, other than when she was in my belly going to Hawaii. ;) You bring up a good point. We have been driving for all our trips so far and plan to do this for the next two (i think). A) it is expensive to fly B) it is not really that bad for us, my dd is great in the car and C) if we fly once, my dd won't think driving is the only way to FL! :rotfl: Thank you for the offer to drive. Well, if you change your mind I am really lokking to do something that last week of April! Anyway, feel better!!! and good luck. Also, good luck to DS and his wife. Does this mean FL resident discounts are in your future?

Jennifer - Welcome to this crazy group. :wave: . Congratulations on your adoption. I am adopted too. Was this an adoption of Emilie or is there going to be a new addition to your family? My cousin & great Aunt live just outside SF and my sister in-law lives outside burbank. My mother in-law is supposed to be moving by her dd this summer. Yeahhh.....Oh did I just say that outloud? :blush:

[MoranClan]

Bobby - I was just noticing how talented you are....maybe we could convice you to do magnetic door signs for all of us?



Haha Magnets...here we go again...Sure I can do them...

All I ask in return is a beer onboard..Last time I think I wound up making everyone at least 4 or 5 magnets.,...One or two were surprises...Let me know...Even lost a printer last time..

Bobby

[newholidayx2]

Hello again everyone

So are you getting another Taurus? Dave & I both drive them

[Verandah Man]

Jennifer--congrats on the adoption of Emilie being finalized!!! We were thinking of you all on Friday and Saturday. My mom said to say hello and she sends her congratulations as well!!!

Darlene--I hope you feel better soon from this creeping crud that is going around!!!

It's been a long day, and I'm signing off for the night. :wave2:

[Ct_TiggerFan]

Hello All,

Jennifer - Hello, Congratulations on your adoption.

Hope everyone this is under the weather feels well soon.

Well after a very trying time at the dealership, I have my new car.

Barb, while I like the Taurus, I had one from 1990 - 2001, and was a Ford driver since 1984, I went with the

2005 Nissan Altima 2.5 s,
Sun roof, ABS, fog lamps, and lots of power everything lol.
Guess which car is now going to Fl :rotfl2:
Majestic Blue is the color.

It was time for a change, that and I picked up a used altima last year from my dw, that was an upgrade from a 1993 Ford Escort.

[Verandah Man]

Congrats again Ed on your new car!!!!! :cool1:

Feeling so much better today, I guess I had one of those 24 hour bugs.

[ElliotFan]

Hey All!

Sorry that I've been out of touch, but life has been rather hectic lately. I've already started working at home part of the time (even though I don't have my office set up yet.) Unfortunately, I don't have the bandwidth to keep a window open on the DISboard while I'm working from home - the perils of dial-up. I am planning on going high-speed in the very near future.

I finally got my spare bedroom cleaned up last night. Now, if I can get a day where it isn't absolutely pouring rain, then I can get the old furiture moved out to the barn for storage. I'm hoping to be able to put my new wallpaper border up in the room this coming weekend. (Yes, wallpaper border. If I'm going to be spending 8 hours a day in this room, I'm going to set it up in a way so that I'll enjoy spending my time in there. I'm even planning on putting a 'cat tree' in one corner of the room so my 'shadow' will have an out-of-the-way place to sit and watch me.)

I guess that I'd better go. I have an appointment with the periodontist (for my TMJ) in about 20 minutes. I've got to see about getting another night guard/splint. My current one is cracked on both sides. This is the second one I've totalled in the last 7 years. Keep in mind that these things are hard acrylic plastic, like a retainer. (I grind my teeth so hard at night that I'm surprised I have any teeth left. And it's not just stress, either. I've been grinding my teeth since childhood.)

After the periodonist, I'm heading home to work for the afternoon. Devin sure seems to like having mom around more. (We'll see if it lasts through his teenage years...)

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

Dori :umbrella:

[Ct_TiggerFan]

Andy,

Thank you, glad your feeling better.

The car came together very quickly, I went looking Saturday, and finalized the deal yesterday and drove it home last night, (late in the pouring rain)

Ah to have a car I can stretch out my leg with the bad knee again feels great.

Now I just have to get used to the feel of the car.

We all should have such problems :rotfl2: :rotfl: :rotfl: :rotfl:
Sad thing I will be paying for this one for five years. :sad2:

[SeaSpray]

Hi everybody:

Just got in; Tuesday, 2pm. We were supposed to drive home yesterday but the torrential rains, strong winds, and flooding kept us in NJ for an extra day. Good thing my sons hadn't missed any days of school yet, since now they've been out the last 2 days. :teeth:

Had a great time in NJ, spent all of my time with my sister and niece and their families, and my father, and other relatives we saw at the anniversary party on Saturday. :grouphug:

I have unpacking to do, then laundry. I'll try and read what I've missed later. But to be honest, even before I went away I wasn't doing a great job of keeping up with all of the posts. :blush:

I hope everyone is doing well. :wave2:

[Ct_TiggerFan]

Hi everybody:

Just got in; Tuesday, 2pm. We were supposed to drive home yesterday but the torrential rains, strong winds, and flooding kept us in NJ for an extra day. Good thing my sons hadn't missed any days of school yet, since now they've been out the last 2 days. :teeth:

Had a great time in NJ, spent all of my time with my sister and niece and their families, and my father, and other relatives we saw at the anniversary party on Saturday. :grouphug:

I have unpacking to do, then laundry. I'll try and read what I've missed later. But to be honest, even before I went away I wasn't doing a great job of keeping up with all of the posts. :blush:

I hope everyone is doing well. :wave2:



Terry, welcome home.
That rain was something yesterday, at least it was not snow.

Mary,
How did you make out your way, I think you said some snow and rain mix.

Hope everyone is drying out, and the real spring arrives soon.

[sandygirl]

BOBBY
What are you getting yourself into? I think there will be many more cruisers on this thread than last year's. And when they find out what a marvelous, creative job you do on the magnets, everyone will want them.

That being said...can I put my order in now? LOL

Darlene

[florida sun]

Evening All,

Well I am feeling much better today thanks, the cuts are healing and the aching is almost gone. Only 3 more days of my quiz to host, so I will be back on Friday getting fully up to date. Vicki and I are going out for a lovley meal on Thursday as it is my birthday and we are really looking forwrd to it, a very nice Itialian Resturant just around the corner from us.Pouring down with rain today after a beautiful weekend.

Hi Jennifer good to see you posting, I cant keep up with this thread let alone 2 of them :rotfl2: Congratulations on the adoption.

Ed congrats on the new car, sounds great :moped: (could not find a car smilie)

Terry, Welcome back, glad you had a good trip, fill us in when you can.

Dori, Good to see you, I know what you mean about dial up, I keep promising myself broadband or faster internet connection, but never seem to get around to it.

Andy, So glad you are feeling better my friend, take it easy out there. How is Angelina and Hazel.

Bobby, I'll buy you a beer or two for some magnets, would love to have something to put on the door.

Barb, Hi there, hope you are well, August will soon be here.

Darlene, Hello there, Hope Stan is well, good that they can work around his treatment for your cruise.

Doreen, How are you my friend, hope you are feeling a bit better.

Heather,Hope the weather has improved with you.

Mary, Lyn,Tina,Karen,Bev, Mary Rose, Joannna,Ginny and anybody else I may have forgotten- Hello, hope you are all well. Hey Linda are you back yet!!

Speak Soon

Sue :wave:

[Verandah Man]

Sue--glad to hear that you are feeling better today!!! :cool1:

Happy "early" _ _ Birthday. You can fill in the blank, if you like. :rotfl2:

Hazel and Angelina are doing great, thanks for asking!!! :banana:

[florida sun]

Thanks Andy

I'll fill in "20" in the blanks if you dont mind, as I have decided to go backwards now, well way way back actually, so by the time we go on the cruise I should be 19 :rotfl2: Hey with a 16 year old daughter. :rotfl:

Did you take any snaps while you were down in Florida for us to see??

Sue :wave:

[Verandah Man]

I did take a few photos, I just have to get them loaded into my webshots account.

Once I get them ready, I'll make a post here.

[8 Ears]

Hello all! Oh my the drive home last night! We only got a few inches but they thought we would just get a dusting. Not really snow but sluch. Very tricky driving home, pushed that way, pulled this way. I had it in 4-wheel drive and not sure if it helped or made it worse?? Many, many accidents. One of Tim's employees totaled (sp does not look right) anyway... his car. Nothing broken but lots of bruises. They are saying it will easily be in the 50's tomorrow :cheer2:

All the "excitment" is catching up with me I think. I am a bit "testy" so will close before my poor attitude comes across. :rolleyes:

Have a great one!!!!

Mary

[Verandah Man]

If anyone would like to see some of the photos that I took during our recent mini Spring Break trip to Florida, I am attaching a link below to the webshots album page. http://community.webshots.com/album/308931051pQxWgP

[newholidayx2]

Andy - thanks for the pictures
Angelina is a very nice looking young lady

You know what everyone? I believe summer starts 12wks from today!

[castoff]

Hello Everyone :wave: I see that I have some catching up to do........

Lyn: Thanks I am getting VERY excited about my trip. Only 3 more days. :Pinkbounc

Heather: I cheated a little on the packing. Since Chuck is already in Vegas I threw some stuff in his suitcase. :rotfl2: My one suitcase just wouldn't cut it. :teeth: I will be packed by tomorrow.

Jennifer: CONGRATS on the adoption going through. So happy for your family. :cheer2: :cheer2:

Sue: Glad to hear that you are healing. :wizard:

Andy: Glad your feeling better. I am also glad I am not flying Southwest. I am flying Northwest. It will be a LONG day for sure. I leave my house Friday at 7:00 am and finally arrive Las Vegas 5:00 8:00 our time. Great pictures !! Really liked your "New House"

Terry: Welcome back ! Hope it didn't rain the whole time you were in NJ. :umbrella:

Dori: Your office sounds like it will be great once it gets done. Nothing like having your pet and kid around to brighten your day. :sunny:

Ed: I was excited about getting a new vac. cleaner this past weekend. :rolleyes1 You got a car !! Congrats and Enjoy !! :cheer2: :cheer2:

[MoranClan]

BOBBY
What are you getting yourself into? I think there will be many more cruisers on this thread than last year's. And when they find out what a marvelous, creative job you do on the magnets, everyone will want them.

That being said...can I put my order in now? LOL

Darlene

Hello Darlene...

Yes..Order Early..hahaha

I like to do it....Cindy and the kids help to cut out the magnets, and find the many characters online we need to make the magnets with..

How are Stan and Sandy?

Everyone here is doing Great...I just re-read the trip reoprt I made...Man..We all had a great time..

Talk soon..

Bobby

[Ct_TiggerFan]

Ed: I was excited about getting a new vac. cleaner this past weekend. :rolleyes1 You got a car !! Congrats and Enjoy !! :cheer2: :cheer2:


Tina,
Congrats on the Vac cleaner ,

Funny thing about the new car, I received a letter from the dealership earlier in the week alerting me to the sale. As part of this promotion in addition to the car, they were giving away a 13 inch flat screen TV,

So now I have a new car and new tv :rotfl2:

Hope you have a great time on your trip.

Bobby, so how many Beers per magnets? :rotfl: :drinking1 :drinking1 :drinking1

[newholidayx2]

Good Morning! anybody awake yet?
Seems like its going to be a nice day - just about time for my morning walk before heading into work

[castoff]

Good Morning Barb:
I have been up awhile already........I have another busy day ahead of me. It's going to be a beautiful :sunny: day here. I am going to get my car washed. I pick my Mom up from the airport tomorrow. :Pinkbounc

[SeaSpray]

If anyone would like to see some of the photos that I took during our recent mini Spring Break trip to Florida, I am attaching a link below to the webshots album page. http://community.webshots.com/album/308931051pQxWgP

Thanks Andy, I always love looking through your pictures :)

And I love your home on the river, it looks like you even have a couple of wave runners waiting for all of your friends to use while we visit you :earboy2:

[Verandah Man]

Thanks Andy, I always love looking through your pictures :)

And I love your home on the river, it looks like you even have a couple of wave runners waiting for all of your friends to use while we visit you :earboy2:



Yea, I call that home along the water my "Florida shack!!!" LOL!!!

[8 Ears]

Good morning! :sunny: yes, another nice day here as well. Hopefully it will make it well into the 50's like they are calling for. :banana: Over the weekend I bought some spring clothes and have the capries on now. :cheer2: I also left my windows down a tad :earboy2: :sad2:

AND :rolleyes1 I "trimmed" my bangs this morning , now I HAVE to go get the rest cut....hey, it is going to grow back :crazy:

Have a great day all, :wizard: and some pixie dust for everyone to have some warm temps today

Mary

[Ct_TiggerFan]

Good Morning all

Will get up into the upper 50's today :cool1: :sunny:

Hope everyone is starting to feel better.

Andy, we should all be so lucky to have a "shack" in FL. :rotfl: :rotfl: :rotfl:

[mikayla'sMom]

Hello everyone, hope all our northeast friends are enjoying this great day. I think spring has finally come :cool1:

We got a rude awakening with our $40,000.00 estimate to remodle our 2 & 1/2 baths ! :scared1: We also have plans on remodeling the kitchen so.........we are now thinking of buying a new house. :rolleyes: We went back and forth with this before we started getting estimates, but decided we have done so much to the house and love our neighbors to much to move. It also makes a difference that DH was told yesturday he is getting another promotion and this one is bigger than the last! I am so proud of him. He is only 33 and with a GED, has managed to climb way up the corporate ladder. He is an excellent manager. The best part is he loves this job. The bad part is he has to commute to N. Jersey every day. Anyway...if we do sell, we have alot to do to the house first! :sad2:

[mikayla'sMom]

Bobby - Sorry, I guess I really started something huh :confused3 . I am thinking about taking the 1/2 hr drive to the nearest Big Lots to try and find that kit. If not I will have many beers for you.

[mikayla'sMom]

I didn't mean to hit submit! :rolleyes1

Ed - Congratulations on the Altima! :cheer2: , but I can't believe you left out the part about the TV. That is real cool.

Dori - Congratulations to you on getting the office just as you want it. I totally agree with you, it needs to be a peacefull place. I don't know about you though, when I am typing the cat is always right there in front of the screen trying to massage my face. My dh says they are having a free adoption at PetCo this weekend and it would be OK if I wanted to get another cat. That would make 3 again! The one is old and won't have more than a few years left. I just had her teeth cleaned yest. to the tune of $180.00 :scared1: I guess since it was 16 years in the making that it is ok? :sad2:

Andy - Glad you are feeling better. Thank you for sharing your pictures. Angelina is very pretty.

Terry - Welcome back. :wave2: Glad you enjoyed your time in NJ. Sorry I could not have provided better weather for you.

Sue - Glad you are healing well. Have a :bday: tom. if I am not here. Enjoy the rest of your time off and NO MORE falls!

Mary - Snow! I guess I should not have been complaining then. :rolleyes: I hope your day is :sunny: I refuse to buy any new clothes untill I loose weight.

Barb - Thank you for the reminder of summer. I can wait for that, it looks like spring just started today :sunny: .

Tina - I am right there with you. I usually put my dd's stuff in dh's, so I don't get yelled at. But I have the largest suit case! I am not even sure it would be allowed on a plane anymore! If I don't make it back here, have a great trip and enjoy the warmth!

I hope everyone else is well and that the :sunny: finds you where ever you are today!

[MoranClan]

Bobby, so how many Beers per magnets? :rotfl: :drinking1 :drinking1 :drinking1

All I ask Is one per Stateroom.... :drinking1 , But...More are always Welcome.... :drinking1 :drinking1 :drinking1 :dancer:

Like I said..WE love to make the Magnets....

Last cruise I made so many, I never got to meet all the people...We ran down the halls before anyone could go into their staterooms, and placed them on everyones doors...You have no Idea how big the ship actually is..hahahaa :faint:

Our Kids, Joanna's, and Our other friends were great...Cant wait to do it again..

Bobby

[castoff]

Sue: :cheer2: :bday: :cake: :cheer2: Have a great Day !! Tina

[Verandah Man]

:jumping1: :rockband: :dancer: :cake: :bday:

It's all for you Sue, have a HAPPY DAY!!!!!

[newholidayx2]

:cheer2: :bday:

[8 Ears]

Happy, Happy, Happy Birthday Sue! :cheer2: :banana: :Pinkbounc , Mary

[florida sun]

Thank you guys for the Birthday wishes, I just got back in from work as I had to drop off some cakes for my collegues. I have had loads of cards and gifts, including the Incredibles on DVD from Vicki.

We are off now to do a spot of bowling then we will be going for a meal later on. Thanks once again :banana: :earseek: :earseek: :banana:


Sue :wave:

[Ct_TiggerFan]

Sue

Hope its a Happy, Happy, HappyBirthday

:bday: Enjoy your :cake: , take it easy and listen to some music :music: maybe some drinks :drinking1 and enjoy the day :thewave: :jumping2: :jumping3: :dancer: :jumping1:

[sandygirl]

:bday: :cake: HAPPY BIRTHDAY, SUE :grouphug:

[lynr]

SUE: HAPPY BIRTHDAY :sunny: :cool1: :banana:

Have a great day!!

Lyn

[mikayla'sMom]

:bday: sue :cheer2: :cheer2: Enjoy the rest of your day and hope your birthday wishes come true. :goodvibes :wizard: :goodvibes :wizard: Have fun bowling.

[castoff]

Hi Everyone ! :wave: Probaly my last post for a week.:( My Mom was delayed due to severe weather I am getting ready now to go and pick her up from the airport. I want to spend as much time with her since I won't see her this week. I am packed :banana: Only couple things to throw in last min. I treated myself and wen't to brookstone and bought myself a small soft smooshy pillow to sleep on airplane since it's such a long.........flight. :teeth: Have a GREAT WEEK. Tina :sunny:

[mikayla'sMom]

Tina have a great time in Vegas! :goodvibes :goodvibes

[Verandah Man]

Tina--have a great time in Vegas!!! :flower:

[florida sun]

Tina

Sorry if I have missed you but have a great time :banana: :earseek: :banana: :banana:


Sue :wave:

[Ct_TiggerFan]

Tina,

Hope you enjoy your time and trip :wave2:

[MoranClan]

:bday: To You
:bday: To You
:bday: Dear Sue....
:bday: To You

Love Bobby And Cindy...

How old are you now?....How old are yo Now?... :rotfl: :rotfl2:

[florida sun]

Thanks Bobby and Cindy, it's always nice when somebody sings happy birthday to you :cool1:

As for the age, well in my heart I'm 20,In my mind I'm 17, In my legs I'm 72, but real actual age 43. :rotfl:


Thanks once again everybody for the birthday wishes, I had a really lovley day. :Pinkbounc

Sue :wave:

[Verandah Man]

Thanks Bobby and Cindy, it's always nice when somebody sings happy birthday to you :cool1:

As for the age, well in my heart I'm 20,In my mind I'm 17, In my legs I'm 72, but real actual age 43. :rotfl:


Thanks once again everybody for the birthday wishes, I had a really lovley day. :Pinkbounc

Sue :wave:


Sue--you sound a lot like me, LOL!!! Except, my knees feel like a 100 some days!!! Since it is now April 1st, my final countdown has begun for turning 50, just 19 more days to go, YIKES!!!!!


I just got Hazel as she was waking up. I told her to look out the window that there was 3" of snow on the ground and it was still coming down real hard. When she opened the curtain and looked out, I yelled,
"April Fools!!!" :rotfl: :rotfl2: :rotfl: :earboy2:

[castoff]

Good Morning Everyone ! :wave:
Bad news to report I checked on my flight and it has been DELAYED till tonight. Not sure what I am going to do. :confused3 Nobody at the airline is giving me any information. By the way today is APRIL FOOLS DAY. :rotfl2: :rotfl: Had to check in one last time. Thanks for all the send off wishes. I am off to the airport. :banana: :Pinkbounc :banana: I will have a drink for you when I get there. Tina

[florida sun]

Good Luck Tina
I hope your delay is not too bad.
Have a great time, have a drink and a little gamble on the machines for me!! I'll pick up my winnings from you on the cruise:rotfl:


Sue :wave:

[sandygirl]

All this Birthday talk makes me realize that I am probably one of the "older" cruisers. I turn 47 on April 28th.

And that is no April Fool's!

BOBBY
I love the singing voice!
Darlene

[sandygirl]

TINA
Have a wonderful trip!
Darlene

[Ct_TiggerFan]

All this Birthday talk makes me realize that I am probably one of the "older" cruisers. I turn 47 on April 28th.

And that is no April Fool's!

BOBBY
I love the singing voice!
Darlene


Bobby,

Your among good company,

I hit 48 in Aug, and we all know Andy hits the 50 this month.

[lynr]

All this Birthday talk makes me realize that I am probably one of the "older" cruisers. I turn 47 on April 28th. Darlene

Darlene:

I have you beat, I'll be 48 in June. Oh my goodness did I say that out loud? :rotfl2: Where did all those years go? :banana:

Lyn

[Verandah Man]

I'm not feeling so bad, I ran into one of the girls I graduated from high school with this morning as I was reading her water meter. We started talking and I found out that she already hit the "BIG 5-0" a few weeks ago. She said her 30 year old son said he couldn't believe his mom was 50 already. One of Angelina's friends asked her if I was "35" the other day, bless that child!!! :rotfl: :rotfl2: :rotfl:

[Ct_TiggerFan]

I'm not feeling so bad, I ran into one of the girls I graduated from high school with this morning as I was reading her water meter. We started talking and I found out that she already hit the "BIG 5-0" a few weeks ago. She said her 30 year old son said he couldn't believe his mom was 50 already. One of Angelina's friends asked her if I was "35" the other day, bless that child!!! :rotfl: :rotfl2: :rotfl:


What a differance a couple of years make.
Some one you graduated with hits 50 with a 30 year old, and here I am
Will be 48 with an 8 year old :rotfl2:

[Verandah Man]

What a differance a couple of years make.
Some one you graduated with hits 50 with a 30 year old, and here I am
Will be 48 with an 8 year old :rotfl2:


Ed--we had a daughter that was stillborn the day before my 22nd birthday in 1977, she would have been turning 28 this year, and here I am now, with a 14 year old DD. I think that's why I really don't feel as though I'm really getting ready to turn 50. I think age is just a number and a state of mind, and if that's the case, I feel as though I'm still a teenager, LOL!!!







Oh yea, April Fools!!! :rotfl: :rotfl: :rotfl:

[SeaSpray]

:boat: :sunny: :boat: 72 weeks till the cruise! :sunny: :boat: :sunny:

[Verandah Man]

:boat: :sunny: :boat: 72 weeks till the cruise! :sunny: :boat: :sunny:


Thanks Terry!!! We're getting there, just 72 more weeks to go!!! :cheer2: :Pinkbounc :cheer2:

[TootyJane]

Darlene:

I have you beat, I'll be 48 in June. Oh my goodness did I say that out loud? :rotfl2: Where did all those years go? :banana:

Lyn

Well, Lyn I've got you beat. I turn 48 tomorrow. I keep asking myself "How did that happen"? LOL

Lisa :)

[sandygirl]

What a differance a couple of years make.
Some one you graduated with hits 50 with a 30 year old, and here I am
Will be 48 with an 8 year old :rotfl2:

There's a lot of that going around, Ed! My DH will turn 60 a few short weeks after DD turns 8! It's all good!

princess: :cloud9: :grouphug: :sunny: :flower:

His oldest is 40 and my oldest is turning 26. Gifts :angel: come in all ages!

Maybe we should start a club.
Something like the "AARP Brownie Troop". ;)

Darlene

[sandygirl]

HAPPY BIRTHDAY LISA!
:bday:
(tomorrow!)

Darlene

[newholidayx2]

48 is coming up in Nov, Dave turns 47 in Aug
Jonathan becomes a teenager May 15 - so guess that means I was 34.5 when he was born?

yup - it took us a while - took about 5yrs after we decided to "try" - then we tried for another 5yrs after Jonathan was born - then went back to work fulltime and gave up trying - Jonathan was meant to be an only

[Verandah Man]

Maybe we should start a club. Something like the "AARP Brownie Troop".

LOL!!! :rotfl: :rotfl: :rotfl:


Happy 48th Lisa "one day early!!!" :jumping1: :dancer: :rockband: :bday: :cake:

[florida sun]

Good evening All

Well my quiz hosting is over, the winners have been announced, I just have to get the prizes out in the post now. It's been great fun but I looking forward to entering now and not hosting. Must have enjoyed it, as I have signed up to do another in November :rotfl2:

Happy Birthday Lisa, hope you have a lovley Day.


Have a great weekend everybody.

Sue :wave:

[Verandah Man]

I'm so bad, I just got Angelina's friend with an April Fools Day joke. I told Trish it was a good thing that she and Angelina were going to the mall tonight, because the weather forecast was changed from 3" of rain to 30" of snow. The look on Trish's face was "priceless" I wish I had my camera on and got a photo of her. I'm three for three today, I got Hazel and Angelina earlier. That's what they get for teasing me about turning 50. I don't get back, I just get even!!! LOL!!! :rotfl: :rotfl2: :rotfl:

[Ct_TiggerFan]

Maybe we should start a club.
Something like the "AARP Brownie Troop". ;)

Darlene

:rotfl: :rotfl: :rotfl: :rotfl: :rotfl2: :banana:

Got love It.
Nope I dont feel old, I havent even reached middle age yet. :banana: :cheer2: :Pinkbounc :bounce:

[Ct_TiggerFan]

Well, Lyn I've got you beat. I turn 48 tomorrow. I keep asking myself "How did that happen"? LOL

Lisa :)
:bday: :bday: :bday: :bday: :thewave: :jumping2: :jumping3: :dancer: :jumping1:

Hope its a happy one.

Enjoy.

[MoranClan]

:bday: To You
:bday: To You
:bday: Dear Lisa....
:bday: To You

Love Bobby And Cindy...

[lynr]

HAPPY BIRTHDAY LISA !!!!

:bday: :thewave: :bday:

LYN

[newholidayx2]

:bday:
Have a Happy Birthday!

[newholidayx2]

sometimes life just aint fair
its been beautiful the past three days - nice sunny spring warm weather
and now that its the wknd and I finally have a day off - its pouring rain!
why is that? I remember this from last yr too

[Verandah Man]

Barb--I know just what you mean!!! The one good thing about this weather is, I was able to get caught up on the DCL postcard requests that have been coming in last week and this week. Now, it's off to the post office to get the postcards on their way!!!

[newholidayx2]

Good Morning Andy - Dave was called in to work overtime so I cleaned the 3bathroom, front hall and kitchen floors - they were wayyyy overdue (I dont like housecleaning esp when he's home)
Jonathan & I are on our way to Blockbusters

thats so nice of you to do the postcards for the kids

I did go through our pressed penny book. I think this Aug we'll try to get more from the resorts. Jon's book is full but there is alot of SeaWorld in there.
I want to take a look at his EpCot passport and see what needs to be done in there too. Heck I'll hand it to the CMs if he thinks its not "cool"

[Verandah Man]

Just a reminder, except for those few places where is does not happen in the U.S., don't forget to set your clocks "AHEAD" one hour before you retire for the night!!! ;)

Hazel and Angelina are already complaining about losing an hour of sleep tonight. :rolleyes:

[florida sun]

Just a reminder, except for those few places where is does not happen in the U.S., don't forget to set your clocks "AHEAD" one hour before you retire for the night!!! ;)

Hazel and Angelina are already complaining about losing an hour of sleep tonight. :rolleyes:


Hey Andy

We went through this last weekend in the UK, I have'nt caught up on that hour yet!!! Yawn


Sue :wave:

[Ct_TiggerFan]

During the break in the rain, still dark and gloomy out. Did some food shopping.
at the local BJ's (wharehouse store like costco). Got the monthly suppy of paper goods and odds and ends, and stocked up on Pepsi. :cool1: :goodvibes ,

Other than that, not doing much. Starting to look for ideas for a bday party for our soon to be 8yo dd.

[newholidayx2]

can you believe I took a 2hr nap this afternoon? this has to have been one of the longest days in my life! ahhh Im hoping we can at least make a day out of Sun but seeing that even Mon maybe be raining
Oh well - have a good night everyone - there's always next wknd

[Verandah Man]

I took a nap this afternoon, that was until the rain started hitting the living room window so hard it woke me up. The water, running down the street in front of our house, looked like a river flowing by. We did a have a few sections of town that were underwater, and roads were closed for a while. At least the rain has now ended.

[Verandah Man]

I think I spoke to soon, it just started pouring down rain again. :umbrella:

Row, row, row your :boat: gently down my street!!!

[Verandah Man]

Good Morning All,

I woke up like usual at 5:30 this morning, and tried to convince myself that it was really only 4:30 and that I should go back to sleep for another hour or so, sadly that didn't work. It always takes me a few days to get used to this time change. In one way it was good I got up when I did because our thermostat was acting up this morning and I had to reset the thermostat. Our oil company is coming out this Wednesday to service our central air and oil heater(yearly cleanings), and we are having them install a new thermostat as well.

Have a Happy Sunday everyone!!!

[newholidayx2]

OMG! Do you see what I see? the sun, the sun - its peeking through the clouds - it is much brighter out today
Gotta get out to walk, gotta get out to walk
That Easter candy has been very very bad to me - I found the Hershey kisses but they're almost gone
Gained about 5lbs - gotta get it back off - I had been at goal, right where doc told me to stop loosing - gotta get back there - almost time for that bikini! lol, ya right! maybe a tankini

anyways ppl - have a good day

[Verandah Man]

No :sunny: here, still overcast with passing showers this morning and quite chilly. It's a nasty, nasty morning, weather wise. :sad2:

[8 Ears]

:sunny: , :rotfl2: :rotfl: Not here! It is REALLY pouring and are expecting flooding. Friday people were told to expect to have to leave their homes for a day or two. Not us though, we are up on the side of a mountain. :flower:

Sounds like it may be clearing some MA? Andy, how is down your way?

Better run, the washer has stopped, back to housework. Have a great Sudnay all.

:umbrella:

[florida sun]

Well it's a beautiful sunny day :sunny: here in Cardiff, finished 2 lots of washing and it has all dried beautifully out on the line in the garden.



Sue :wave:

[Verandah Man]

Still overcast, breezy and chilly here, but the rain has stopped. I think we will be going from winter right into summer this year, another reason to have our central air serviced this coming week, LOL!!! :rotfl:

[Ct_TiggerFan]

Morning all,

Yep Im having the central air serviced too, I'm rasing the storm windows and lowering the screens :rotfl2: :rotfl2: :rotfl2: :goodvibes

Well I do have to take the covers off the window ac's, but I think I will wait a couple more weeks.

Overcast in Ct, but the rain has stopped for now, upstate they may have some flooding from the run off but we're ok here.


Well its almost time for the Nascar race.
Catch you later

[Verandah Man]

Morning all,

Yep Im having the central air serviced too, I'm rasing the storm windows and lowering the screens :rotfl2: :rotfl2: :rotfl2: :goodvibes

Well I do have to take the covers off the window ac's, but I think I will wait a couple more weeks.

Overcast in Ct, but the rain has stopped for now, upstate they may have some flooding from the run off but we're ok here.


Well its almost time for the Nascar race.
Catch you later



Ed--did you remember to move your clocks ahead, it's "after" noon now!!! LOL!!! :rotfl: :rotfl2: :rotfl:

[newholidayx2]

well its definately overcast - i better get out there and walk before the rain comes back - and Im wearing a sweatshirt & winter Mickey coat - oh well

I did go shopping though - new sneakers, (4) cheapo rain ponchos from camping section, 5 more slvls tops for Jon, soft 6pack cooler - still looking for mister bottles

[mickeymom923]

Hi everyone, :wave:

Hope everyone is doing good. Just had about 10 pages to catch up on. Been real busy between work and studying for 2 tests at school. :teacher: I got my biopsy report back on the endoscopy that I had, and everything is fine. I just have to stay on Nexium. :banana: On Wednesday, I got a cortisone shot in my elbow for a "tennis elbow". :faint: I don't even play tennis LOL, but it hurt. I'm afraid of needles.

Bobby - I really enjoyed reading your "Live from the Magic" post. I felt like I was there with everyone.

Mary - how is your dad doing? How are you doing?

Darlene - how's Stan doing? How's your ankle?

Doreen - hope you are feeling better.

Jennifer - congrats on Emilie's adoption being finalized. You must be thrilled.

Linda - would love to hear about your cruise since we're going on the Glory in August. :boat:

Sue - I hope you are feeling much better and I'm sorry I missed your birthday. Hope it was a great day.

Lisa - hope you had a happy birthday too.

Terry - any definite dates for the April meet? Hope you are doing well.

Ed - congrats on your new car. :banana: Hope you enjoy many trips in it.

Andy - thanks for sharing your pictures from your trip. They were really nice.

Hello to anyone I missed. I have a project to work on for school but wanted to say hi to everyone.

Bev :grouphug:

[Verandah Man]

Hi Bev--glad to hear about the good health report!!!!! :flower:

[sandygirl]

BEV
I am so glad to hear your test came out ok. How does your elbow feel? A shot in the elbow sounds painful. Did it work? :goodvibes

Thanks for asking about Stan. He seems to be doing very well. The chemo causes some fatigue but he's a trooper. :cool1:

I do have a question for anyone who has been through the "sick spouse" thing. Is it ok to get mad at a sick spouse when he does something that you would have creamed him for before he got sick? I'm struggling with the guilt of being angry at my poor DH. Of course he deserves it. But should it really matter that he did something that drives me crazy as long as he is here? :confused3

Up too late,
Darlene :hourglass

[Reenieny18]

Good morning everyone!! Well, I survived my week of craziness as a mom and a wife. So many things happened this week since EASTER I wasnt sure if I was coming or going....

I was dog sitting... had to go there 3-4 xs a day.. EASTER... Marty's back procedure... Getting over pnuemonia...Jaclyns practices.. my kniting classes... I went on a field trip to ROCHECSTER MUSEUEM of SCIENCE until 5pm on day with DANIELS class... Daniel had Scholastic games with science and spelling on Saturday while Jaclyn had a game in CORTLAND STATE at the same time... and yesterday Daniel had that GREATER SYRACUSE SCHOLASTIC SCIENCE FAIR(GSSCF) which we had to be at from 1030 until 730 pm... Man am I tired...

Luckily... ( If I may brag here a bit) for those of you that kow Daniel.. he is a science whiz and a brain... he got HIGHEST HONORS at the GSSSF and got an award from DISCOVERY CHANNEL that gets him to be one of 400 contestants to be part of the big science fair in Washinghtion DC (and one adult) in OCOTOBER... I cried when they called his name.. WAHOOO :banana: :cheer2:
Now he has to write a 1000 word essay about his project. :teacher:

Ok now to you guys.. HAPPY :bday: BIRTHDAY to those I missed... and get well to those that are still sick..

GOD BLESS POPE JOHN PAUL II

Have a gret day everyone...

Doreen

[Verandah Man]

Hey, what's that big yellow thing in the sky this morning? LOL!!!

[newholidayx2]

I have no idea what youre talking about Andy
its raining here
Im thinking my walk may need to be (hopefully) tonight after work

[Reenieny18]

No :sunny: here just really overcast... A few schools south of here are closed today due to FLOODING...

Ok both kids are off to school.. you think I can get a cat nap in for an hr??

this time change really hurts on MONDAY..... :guilty:
DOREEN

[Verandah Man]

Yea, take a cat nap, I'm still trying to adjust to the time change myself. I just stopped by the house for my morning break and Hazel is already back to sleep.

[lynr]

Luckily... ( If I may brag here a bit) for those of you that kow Daniel.. he is a science whiz and a brain... he got HIGHEST HONORS at the GSSSF and got an award from DISCOVERY CHANNEL that gets him to be one of 400 contestants to be part of the big science fair in Washinghtion DC (and one adult) in OCOTOBER... I cried when they called his name.. WAHOOO :banana: :cheer2:
Now he has to write a 1000 word essay about his project. :teacher: Doreen

Doreen:

Congratulations to Daniel :cheer2:you must be so proud.

How is Marty making out from his back procedure? Your days are really full, no wonder you are sick. Is Karen making a full recovery from her knee surgery? We haven't seen her on here lately.

Lyn

[Ct_TiggerFan]

The Sun is playing peek a boo here in CT,

oh course now that Im inside at work it is shinning brightly. :sunny:

Doreen, Congratulations to Daniel

Andy, sorry pal no napping on the job :rotfl2:

Hope everyone is starting to feel better.

Ed

[sandygirl]

DOREEN (Proud Mama)
:cheer2: Hip-Hip-Hooray for Daniel! :cheer2: WOW!
Congrats,
Darlene

[Reenieny18]

Thank you for the CONGRATS for DANIEL.. he is so happy as I am proud...

Jaclyn is getting excited about turing SWEET 16 and getting a drivers permit..

Jennifer congratulations on the adoption.. so sorry I missed it earlier... You must be so happy.. And in time EMILIE will learn how special she is because she was " chosen " by you :goodvibes

DORI..I had TMJ.. it was caused by my ex- husband,,lol i got rid of him and like a miracule my TMJ left..lol How do you keep ruining your mouth gaurds?? Do I dare say you need S#* to get rid of the grinding teeth,,lol ( didnt mean to cause offense)..lol. Thats what I am told when I am under stress...!!!! Hint hint MARTY!!!!

Where is everyone?? watching the game?? I am hoping NC wins? No reason.. but Its closer to home and its on the EAST coast.lol...

Doreen

[Verandah Man]

Just checking in before I head off to bed. I went to see my orthopedic surgeon after work for my check-up. I wound up getting a cortisone shot in my right knee. Because of the nasty weather we have been having, I have been in extreme pain since Friday. The shot made me a bit sick to my stomach after I first got it, but I am starting to feel better, and the pain in my knee is feeling less severe. I go back to see the doc in six weeks.

Good Night All!!! :faint:

[flexsmom]

Switched over last week from 11/11/2006 to 8/19/2006 and am celebrating reducing our long wait between cruises by 3 months!

It will be me, (Carol), DH Ed, DD Katie 7, and DS Tripp 3.

I may have some long reading ahead of me to catch up on this thread and who's going!

[Verandah Man]

Switched over last week from 11/11/2006 to 8/19/2006 and am celebrating reducing our long wait between cruises by 3 months!

It will be me, (Carol), DH Ed, DD Katie 7, and DS Tripp 3.

I may have some long reading ahead of me to catch up on this thread and who's going!



Welcome! Welcome! Welcome!

Now I'm really heading off to bed!!! :wave2:

[Ct_TiggerFan]

Switched over last week from 11/11/2006 to 8/19/2006 and am celebrating reducing our long wait between cruises by 3 months!

It will be me, (Carol), DH Ed, DD Katie 7, and DS Tripp 3.

I may have some long reading ahead of me to catch up on this thread and who's going!


Welcome aboard. :wave2:

Me (Ed) , dw(beth) & dd caitlin(9) at time of cruise.

[Verandah Man]

Well, it's now 1:30am and guess where I'm at, not sleeping that's where. Just took some medicine to try and help settle down my tummy a bit. Gee, get a shot of medicine to help one area of the body, and it messes up another area. Oh, the price we pay to make ourselves feel better. Don't mind me, I'm just rambling on, lack of sleep will do that to you, LOL!!!

Goin' to give it another try, night all!!! :wave2:

[8 Ears]

:wave: Welcome Carol and Family!

This is a no children cruise for us :cool1: :banana: but we do have DS10 and DS13.

Welcome aboard, looking forward to getting to know you :goodvibes

Hello to all.

Dad is doing much better, STILL can not cast his foot though! Ah, he is more up beat than he was. Will see him this weekend and he said "hello and thanks to all my Dis friends"

Off to work, this week and next then it is April vacation!! :teacher:

Andy, hope your belly is better this morning.

Have a sunny one, :sunny: Mary

[Verandah Man]

Thanks Mary, finally fell asleep around 3am and woke up at 6am, knee pain has eased off some more, stomach is still a bit queazy. I just love these cortisone shots, NOT!!! LOL!!!

[newholidayx2]

Hello and welcome Carol and family

Andy - hope that knee feels better. Take care of yourself! We're expecting you up there on the dance floor :banana:

[Verandah Man]

We're expecting you up there on the dance floor :dancer:

Now that will be a "SCARY" sight, LOL!!! :rotfl: :rotfl2: :rotfl:

[Ct_TiggerFan]

Thanks Mary, finally fell asleep around 3am and woke up at 6am, knee pain has eased off some more, stomach is still a bit queazy. I just love these cortisone shots, NOT!!! LOL!!!


Andy,

I think thats why I put up with my knee as much as I do.
The pain is less trouble than the shot sometimes :rotfl2:

Hope you feel better as the day goes on.

[Verandah Man]

Andy,

I think thats why I put up with my knee as much as I do.
The pain is less trouble than the shot sometimes :rotfl2:

Hope you feel better as the day goes on.


Ed--I agree with you, this was my last resort(cortisone shot). The pain was so bad by the end of the work day on Monday I had tears streaming from my eyes on the way to see the doc, and I have a high pain tolerance. I'm home today resting my knee and putting ice on it to help with the swelling.

[allshookup]

Hi all!

Like Bev I too have been very busy with school, but I do keep up all the time.

Happy Birthday to all you April babies!!!

Doreen: Congrats! I can't imagine how proud you must be!

Andy: So sorry to hear you've been in pain & then sick to your stomach...yuck! Hang in there!

Welcome to our new members!!!

We go on our NCL cruise out of NY in less than 2 weeks and I have school this coming weekend so I will be even busier than usual.

Take Care everyone!
Diane

[Verandah Man]

Diane--you will have to let us know how your cruise went after you get back home and adjusted to every day life!!! Have a great time on your cruise!!!

[allshookup]

Diane--you will have to let us know how your cruise went after you get back home and adjusted to every day life!!! Have a great time on your cruise!!!

Thanks Andy! I will be sure to give an update when I get back. I'm praying for good weather when we hit Port Canaveral because we have an excursion booked at the Holiday Inn-Cocoa Beach where I will be meeting my mother & sisters. If it's raining, I think we will be spending a looooong time at Ron Jon's surf shop! :umbrella:

[sandygirl]

WELCOME CAROL AND FAMILY!

Is your DD 7 now or at cruisetime? My DD is 7 now.

ANDY

Sorry to hear you are still having trouble with your knee. Hope the shot helps!

Darlene

[Reenieny18]

Andy so sorry to hear of such stomache problems with the cortisone. I have had so many of them and never had any trouble in that area... You sure you are not sick with the stomache bug as well... You need to try this ointment I have "TRAUMEEL" but you need to find it at a health store.. not at the regular pharmacy stores.. Give it a try.. Honestly,,, it works like a miracle...At least it can take the edge off...

Today was my DADS bday,.. so now 2 down in my family... 2 more to go...

CAROL and family... welcome to our family of cruisers.... :goodvibes

Diane.. thank you for the congrats..
I am still so proud...

JOANNA where are you?? Bobby and CINDY do you know where she is?? COme out come out where ever you are??

I am off to bed.. this Time changeis really knicking me off key.. take care everyone...

Doreen

[flexsmom]

Darlene - My DD just turned 6 the other day, so 7 at time of cruise. Our whole timing is based on DS being almost 3 1/2 so I'll be hard-core geared to getting him full-up potty trained before August 06!

Andy - hope you are feeling better. I loved the story and pictures of you getting to sound the ship's horn. That was so cool! (Actually, I think the whole notion of the Captain knowing you by your handle was just as great!)

I cannot wait to count down the months - there are a lot of little trips planned between now and then, but nothing compares. DH thinks I've lost my mind, though.

[Verandah Man]

Doreen--I'm feeling fine tonight, pain in the knee is nearly completely gone and my stomach is feeling back to normal. I've had a few cortisone shots in the past, and I always get an upset stomach after these shots and it always last about 24 hours. I don't seem to do well when it comes to foreign injections entering my body. The only thing I don't seem to have trouble with is flu shots.

[8 Ears]

Andy and Doreen, have been "evesdropping" on your conversation over knee pain :guilty: Tim "blew" one of his knees out a few years ago and still gives him great discomfort now and again. His other knee bothers as well now from "babying" the other one... Did not know about the shots so may mention it to him. I do not think he has as much pain as you though Andy. Over the weekend will try to find the oinment you were speaking of Doreen. Maybe it will help both of us sleep better ;)

Have a great day all, I am off to school but it is a 1/2 day. Work shop this afternoon and planning on skipping it :blush: , it is has been in the 50's and I want to enjoy it :goodvibes

Mary

[Verandah Man]

Mary--I woke up this morning pain free in my right knee, these shots can last for months or up to years depending on each person. Me, being on my feet all day, plus climbing so many stairs, and then bending up and down reading curb meters, I tend not to get relief as long as others do. But this shot was really needed for me this time. I'm going to see if I can find the cream that Doreen mentioned as well, and give that a try.

We are going into the upper 70's today, with plenty of :sunny: it will actually feel like Spring today!!!

I've got to take Angelina to school, then come back home and get ready for work.

[newholidayx2]

Good morning everyone
Anyone see anything for the wknd weather in NE yet?
I live for my wknds - I gotta get out sometime

[Ct_TiggerFan]

Good morning everyone
Anyone see anything for the wknd weather in NE yet?
I live for my wknds - I gotta get out sometime


Its early yet, but some rain on Friday, and Sunny in the 60's for the weekend

If you believe the weather people.

[8 Ears]

Thanks for the low down Andy. Tim is on a cement floor all day but does not do as much walking or climbing stairs as you do. He has a doctors appointment in 2 weeks so will ask about it then.

For us way up here in Maine it looks like a beautiful weekend :sunny: :flower: :cheer2: , hope everyone is as lucky :wizard:

Have a great day all!

Mary

[Reenieny18]

Can you imagine the people who put wall -to - wall carpet in.. have you ever seen how they bang that machine with their knees?? OOCCCHHHH!!!!
I wonder what the work related injury rate is with that profession? :rotfl:

Andy glad your feeling better.. Next time you need to get a cortisone shot.. eat before you go....

Terry anything with a mini meet this SPRING??? :rose: I am heading down to VIRGINIA :moped: again to bring DANIEL there for the week to visit KAREN.. Busy week again... Down next FRIDAY.. Jaclyn thinks she will have her permit and wants to drive while we are in VIRGINIA... and we will be back home on SUNDAY or MONDAY....

I think I live inmy car sometime..

Have a great day everyone :wave2:

Doreen

[Verandah Man]

Hi Doreen--I came home from work on Monday at 3pm and Hazel had dinner ready for me because she knew I would be in the doctor's office for over two hours. So I did have a nice meal before getting the shot. I arrived at the doctor's office at 4pm and was finally leaving at 6:10pm. The doctor was in surgery, he didn't even get to the office until 5pm. That's what I was saying before, I always have the same reaction to these cortisone shots, whether I eat before I go, or not, just my system I guess.

I just got home for lunch and it's time to put on the shorts and t-shirt. It is absolutely beautiful here today, going up to 78 degrees!!!

[allshookup]

I just got home for lunch and it's time to put on the shorts and t-shirt. It is absolutely beautiful here today, going up to 78 degrees!!!

78???? You are soooo lucky! If it was that warm here I would be sitting on my porch just soaking up the sun! We've barley hit 60 degrees yet this spring! :confused3

[newholidayx2]

Im home for my lunch break - man is it nice out there!
hopefully it will still be warm when I get out of work - I hate the beginning of spring - all I want to do is get outside and I cant! Listening to my friend Jimmy going back & forth reminding me of why Im working - Disney vacations!

I REALLY REALLY REALLY NEED A NICE WEEKEND!

yeah I got out for an hr walk after work

[sandygirl]

CALLING ALL FRIENDS FROM NEW YORK!

Help! My sister wants to go to the Bronx Zoo. And when she says she wants to go somehwere, what she is really saying is, "Darlene, please plan a trip and take us."

I know nothing about New York let alone the Bronx. How do I get there? Can I take any kind of public transportation? Maybe take the ferry from NJ and get on a bus? :confused3 Is it safe?

Beautiful day here today. :sunny: :flower:
Darlene

[Reenieny18]

Darlene you are so funny.. I gop to NYC all the tme and I am a country girl from SYRACUSE... I have no IDEA about the BRONX though.. you need someone like BOBBY and JOANNA.. Or try AAA.... I know there is a fairy from NJ to take you to BATTERY PARK... and than lots of SUBWAYS. but beyond that,..... I cant help ya... :confused3

Jaclyn wants to go there for SPRING break too... I have her SWEET 16 BIRTHDAY PARTY tomorrow... I am so happy she is excited about it.. I was afraid they may cancel school for the POPES funeral though and all the girls are being picked up in a limo at school..

Karen just called and said she was sorry that she has not been on line,, but she has been watchign MSNBC.... and is not computer accessible..

we hit 75* yesterday... :sunny: it was so nice out... now we are expecting rain today... :umbrella:

Have a great day everyone..

TERRY how many more weeks??? :goodvibes

DOREEN

[sandygirl]

Thanks for answering, Doreen. I hope Bobby or Cindy or Joanna or maybe even "Carmen" (where are they all????) might be able to help out with directions to the Bronx Zoo. They have directions online but I am still clueless.

Jaclyn's birthday celebration sounds like so much fun! Sandy's school is closed tomorrow so I decided to be sick (mental health day). I can't wait to hear all about Jaclyn's party!!

Darlene

[castoff]

Hello Eveyone ! :wave2:
I am back from Vegas :cool1: I feel more like back from the twilight zone. My plane left last night at 10:40 and I had to change planes in Detroit but landed in Rochester at 8:35 this morning ! I got home around 9:30. My DD will be home soon so I will make this short. The weather was simply beautiful. Nice place to visit but wouldn't want to live there. The Paris Hotel WOW felt like you were in Paris. Chuck's company put us in a Jr. suite we saw on the back of the door that the room rate goes for 2000.00 a night :earseek: It was a very beautiful room with 2 views of the city. We didn't do the helicopter tour, instead we did a 6 hour tour that included a plane ride that landed on the west rim of the Canyon and a bus guided tour. We had lunch with some Indians and my DH and I were able to spend some quality time together. It was :love: We will never forget it. I can't wait to show you the pictures. I will try to have Chuck do it by this weekend. We are soooooo tired. Will write more later. Glad to be home. Tina

[Verandah Man]

Hi Tina--glad to hear you had a nice time in Vegas!!! Trips are just so darn short though!!!

[winnyis]

Doreen - Tell Jaclyn I said Happy Birthday - 16 WOW!!!

Its a busy birthday weekend in my house too. Courtney is 10 today, Bob's birthday is on Saturday and then Courtneys birthday party with 17 girls at gymnastics is on Sunday. And then I get to do it all over again in 2 weeks with 26th 1st graders at Chuck E Cheese for Connors 7th birthday on the 24th. YIKES - Im gonna be be broke by the time this month is over.

On a sadder note... Bob didnt get the job that he applied for a few weeks ago. Headhunter called and said the company went with someone he hadnt even referred that the big shot in the company knew. Oh well, I guess this wasnt the right one for him. But to cheer Bob up I booked another trip to Florida. We leave right after the kids get out of school on June 15th and then come home on Sunday June 19th.

[Reenieny18]

AWWW Ginny I am sorry about the Job... I know your really looking forward to moving. but leave it to you to spend money and make a trip out out of it,,lol

Jaclyns bday isnt until next week the 14th.. but like GINNY april is so busy with other birthddays too. Daniels is in 2 weeks too on the 29th...

Tina glad you got home safe and were able to have soem qualitly time with your husband.. Vegas is nice to visit.. but its nicer at home :goodvibes OMG what an aweful planeride you had...talk about a long time :hourglass I stayed at the MONTE CARLO when we went there..

DARLENE I hope they come through for you.. When are you looking to come to NY??

I am off to take here to practice now... have a great nice everyone.

Doreen

[sandygirl]

GINNY
I am so bummed about the job. But, like you said, this just wasn't the ONE. I know you will keep trying.

On a lighter note: You are a very brave woman! Chick-E-Cheese with all those 1st graders will be so LOUD. :listen: ! Good Luck. Happy Birthday to Courtney! :cake:

DOREEN
I think my sister wants to go the the Bronx Zoo sometime this spring. We'll see. I had really wanted to go the Williamsburg (Busch Gardens) but it was too far to travel with the days she has available. She works a weird schedule.

TINA
Your trip sounds wonderful. Especially the :love: time with DH. What did you think of the Grand Canyon? Get some rest and tell us about it.

Darlene

[Verandah Man]

Ginny--sorry to hear that Bob's job in Florida didn't work out.

I'm having some computer problems this evening, so right now I'm working off my very S-L-O-W and very O-L-D laptop. I took a nap just waiting for this thing to dial-up. Oh wait, I just heard the Magic's horn blast on my desktop, I'm back in service. Time to shut this thing down and get back on my desktop.

[SeaSpray]

Hi everyone:

Regarding a meet this month, I will be in NJ from Monday, April 18th through Sunday, April 24th. What day do you all want to meet? :)

How about a Massachusetts/New England meet? Ed, I know you're down in CT, a few of us are in MA, how about a meet in Mystic, CT? Or somewhere else... I'm open to anywhere. :) It can be any weekend since it wouldn't be too far for any of us. Let me know who's interested, and when :)

P.S. Regarding the NJ meet: My dad lives around the corner from the diner we met at the last time. He has a pigeon coop and raises and races homing pigeons. Little kids seem to love that; he'd probably love to show the birds to any of the kids :) That's if you all want to meet at the same place again. Of course, we can meet where any of you want to meet.

[Reenieny18]

COURTNEY please forgive me ....
:bday: HAPPY BIRTHDAY :cake:


Sorry Ginny I was in a bit of a hurry before... I remember having a few parites at Chuck-E-Cheeses... and the wild ball toss.. I think I was pregnant for DANIEL too for Jaclyns 4th Bday... :rotfl:

Darlene... Let Karen know what days for WILLIAMSBURG.. she sill show you the town.. I am going next weekend. She is getting DANIEL an anual pass there so he can use it for the week.. I wil go down there with the whole family sometime in JULY or AUGUST I hope depending on MARTY's surgery... It takes me 8 hrs on a good drive to get there...from CENTRAL NY :moped:

Doreen

[SeaSpray]

71 weeks to go! :)

[Verandah Man]

71 weeks to go! :)


We're getting there, slowly but surely!!!!! :cool1: :banana: :dancer:

[Ct_TiggerFan]

How about a Massachusetts/New England meet? Ed, I know you're down in CT, a few of us are in MA, how about a meet in Mystic, CT? Or somewhere else... I'm open to anywhere. :) It can be any weekend since it wouldn't be too far for any of us. Let me know who's interested, and when :)



HI All,

Happy Bday :bday: to all I missed.

Terry a NE meet sounds good.

Mystic is possible, We sometime travel to Yankee Candle in Deerfield,
Thats about 2 1/2 hrs from Here, so either direction is possible.

I95 or I 91 that is lol.

Ginny sorry to hear about the Job for Bob, but in the end it will work out

[sandygirl]

BOBBY & CINDY
You are the best! I sent you a PM.
Darlene

[mickeymom923]

Hi everyone :wave:

Ginny - sorry to hear about the job. :(

Doreen - how are you feeling?

Tina - welcome back.

Andy - I was glad to know that I wasn't cracking up yet. The day after I had my cortisone shot I had to leave work early because I felt nauseous and had stomach problems. My co-workers told me it wasn't from the shot. After reading that you also weren't feeling glad after your cortisone shot, I felt better. (Not that you didn't feel good but to know I wasn't alone)

Sue - how are you doing? Are you feeling any better?

:bday: Happy Birthday to everyone I missed.

Hope everyone else is doing well and hope everyone has a great weekend.

Bev

[Verandah Man]

Hi Bev--it's just like everything else, different people, react to different things, in different ways. For example, when I took Nyquil, I would sleep like a baby all night, when Hazel took Nyquil, she was up cleaning the house at 3 in the morning. Maybe I should give her Nyquil more often, LOL!!! :rotfl:

[Laurabearz]

I just emailed Regina at DU to see if we can hop on this cruise.... We are looking for a couple of connecting Cat 6's so we shall see.

I'll post a more formal introduction if we are able to book it! :worried: :worried:

[newholidayx2]

Mystic sounds good to me - how about at the Aquarium? I know how to get there -
but when would be good for everyone? June? May? before summer plans get going?

Laura - any answer yet?

woohoo! its the weekend and seems like its gonna be a good one :Pinkbounc

[lynr]

I received this email today from DU did everyone get this?

"The U.S. Department of State has issued new directives for traveling abroad. Beginning on 12/31/05, Passports will be required when traveling to and from the Caribbean/Bahamas."

It doesn't effect us because we already have passports but my friends we are traveling with don't so they will have to get them for the cruise next August.

Laurabearz: Hope you were able to get on the cruise with us. I know someone posted here it is almost booked up.

Hope everyone has a great weekend. :sunny:

Terry: Sunday the 24th is good for us.

Lyn

[castoff]

Hi Everyone :wave:
:bday: :cake: For those Celebrating sorry I missed.

Ginny: Sorry your DH didn't get the job. Everything happens for a reason. Now a better one will come along. :teeth:

Darlene: I was in AWE of the Grand Canyon. Seeing it in the movies or t.v doesn't begin to tell what it really is like. I hope to have DH put pictures up this weekend and even that won't do it justice. Close your eyes and picture this........Your with less then 20 people and a couple of indians no fences or guard rails your completly at peace with the most beautiful view all around. You have lunch under a tent sitting at a picnic table and this is your view like colors in a rainbow all around you. There is a 4000 foot drop below you. You take a bus back to the terminal a fly away in plane. Nothing like landing on the rim either. We were on the west rim of the Canyon. The plane also flew over Boulder City, Hoover Dam, Lake Mead. I hope this gives you an idea in your mind on what we saw.

Our minds and bodies are catching up with us. I have a little more laundry to do. I am still tired........Over tired. Welcome to the new famlies. :wave: Tina

[castoff]

I received this email today from DU did everyone get this?

"The U.S. Department of State has issued new directives for traveling abroad. Beginning on 12/31/05, Passports will be required when traveling to and from the Caribbean/Bahamas."

It doesn't effect us because we already have passports but my friends we are traveling with don't so they will have to get them for the cruise next August.

Laurabearz: Hope you were able to get on the cruise with us. I know someone posted here it is almost booked up.

Hope everyone has a great weekend. :sunny:

Terry: Sunday the 24th is good for us.

Lyn

I booked through DCL. I haven't heard anything. I have a passport already. It's good information to know. Thanks for passing it on. :)

[lynr]

Tina: It sounds like you had a great trip. It is a fabulous place to visit but I agree I wouldn't want to live there.

I have only been to Vegas once but loved it. My husand and I went over Memorial Day weekend 4 years ago and it was 110 degrees. We didn't get to see a whole lot but we did make it to the Hoover Dam and I got to see Wayne Newton and the Follies at the Tropicana. We stayed at Treasure Island in a Junior Suite and it was really plush :love: . I would go again in a heart beat.

We are talking to our friends about going to Hawaii and my friends husband works for a casino gaming equipment company so we can get rooms in Vegas for practically nothing. So we are thinging about stopping over in Vegas for a few days on the way down or back from Hawaii. I really want to see Celine Dion or Elton John's show.

Lyn

[SeaSpray]

NJ meet update:

I spoke to my niece this evening and she said she made plans for us for Saturday, April 23, so it looks like Sunday, April 24, would be better for me.

Who wants to get together on Sunday, April 24?? How about another breakfast/brunch meet, at the same place? I am open to suggestions, but we all seemed to have a good time at that diner the last time. :) I can call and reserve that back room again.

P.S. I will be in NJ again in July. I'll be driving down on July 13th (Wednesday) and staying for probably a week. How does that weekend sound to everyone? Those dates would be July Sat. 16th/Sun. 17th.

[lynr]

[QUOTE=SeaSpray]NJ meet update:Who wants to get together on Sunday, April 24?? How about another breakfast/brunch meet, at the same place? [QUOTE]

Terry: Sunday the 24th is good for me. We are having a 50th anniversary party for my inlaws that day but it is a small affair at a restaurant so I really don't have to do anything but show up. :banana:

Lyn

[Laurabearz]

Just heard back from DU.... they have two connecting Cat 6's!!! 6100 and 6102. Price isnt too bad either... a hair under $8800 (no insurance or transfers). No Cat. 2's availible... but our family of 5 could get a Cat 3 for 11 something. I think we will stick with the 2 cat 6's!! :cool1:

I have until the 12th... gotta research insurance first and make sure all my ducks are in a row.... I have tried finding a better deal for a 7 day cruise during school break, and I have come up empty, and 2 stops at CC...... very hard to resist!!

Soooooooooo....

We are....

Me, Laura (40 something mother of 3, travel planner, and in charge of arriving to and leaving from our destination goes smoothly, esp for DH)
DH, Tom (Loves DVC, HATES getting there, sports fan, coaster nut)
DD, 7 at time of cruise... approaching her 6th birthday May 3rd artist
DD, 5 atoc.... wishes her birthday was next month.... talker
DS, 3 atoc... AKA stinkerboy.... turns 2 May 2nd.... stinker

Anyone else crusing with littleones??? I scanned the list and it seems most kids are older.... :confused3

I will try to catch up but ya'll are quite chatty..... Anything I should be brought up to speed on??? Juicy gossip maybe?? :rolleyes1

[8 Ears]

Welcome Laura! Sorry but our boys will be 12 and 14 when we (only DH Tim and myself) :cool1: :cool1: cruise. We took them on the last one when we celebrated our 15th annivesary so are leaving them home htis time. ;)

Hello to all out there, I know I have not been on much but try to keep up with the reading. Going to be another gorgeous day here! :cheer2:

Have a super weekend!

Mary

[newholidayx2]

Hi Laura - we'll be in 6634 (cat 6 but was a cat 7 - partially obstructed wall)
Our cost is $4800 for DH, DS13 & myself - ouch
good thing my car just got paid off! that cruise is a yrs worth of car payments - hoping DHs car doesnt need to be replaced before then

[newholidayx2]

how many of us are from New England? would a place in MA be more central so our friends from Maine could join us too? where's everyone coming from?

[8 Ears]

We live in Dixfield, Maine which is about an hour and a half from Portland or 5 1/2 from Springfield Mass. I would most likely not go to a Dis Meet due to the fact that DH works most weekends. Thought I would chime in though.

Also, I have mixed feeling today. We bought a truck for DH (his first one) :banana: BUT we used a hunk of change from our savings for the cruise itself. :rolleyes: I am so happy for Tim as he had been driving a hunk of junk so I could have the better vehicle for the further drive. He has waited a LONG time for "his truck" but boy I miss the $$$ we used from the cruise fund for a nice down payment.

I know, I know, some one :badpc: hit me up beside the head!! We have well over a year to make it up.

Thanks for letting me vent.

[Verandah Man]

Welcome Laura and Family--older folks here(LOL!!!), 51(me) and 52(DW) by August 2006, traveling with our DD who will be turning 16 just after the August 2006 cruise. Since the Magic is on the west coast this summer, we decided to take a week and go back and visit Fort Wilderness at WDW, and stay in one of the cabins, using our DVC points. If memory serves me right, the last time we stayed at FW, our DD was two years old, I can't believe it's been that long already. Boy, someone must be getting old, I'm sure glad it isn't me, LOL!!!

We have a beautiful :sunny: day here in South Jersey. We are going to drive down near Atlantic City to attend my niece VJ's surprise 30th Birthday Party this afternoon.

Have a great Saturday everyone!!!

[Ct_TiggerFan]

Hi Laura and Family , Welcome aboard.

We are at the time of cruise me(49), dw(49) dd(9)
This will be our first Cruise.

This year we are double dipping at WDW
Ftw Cabins 8/6 - 8/13 and then a return trip to Okw 8/18- 8/22

[castoff]

Hello Everyone :wave:
If I did this right :confused3 here will be a link to some photo's from my trip. There is only 32 because I had used up my memory from other pictures. Lucky I had my 35 with me. http://community.webshots.com/user/tazzinna

[Verandah Man]

Tina--you have some very nice photos there, thanks for sharing them!!! :flower:

[castoff]

Tina--you have some very nice photos there, thanks for sharing them!!! :flower:

Thanks Andy, I don't know how you do it time after time. Chuck show me the first step.......It took a long time. I was anxious to get them on here. I finally feel rested. Beautiful day outside. :sunny:

[castoff]

Doreen: How did the party go? I was thinking of you yesterday. :cheer2:

Mary: Congrats on DH new truck. Sometimes you just need to do these things. Enjoy it !!Yes the cruise is a little ways a way........ :goodvibes

Terry: Sunday isn't a good day for us for the meet. Have you picked a day for a meet in Mass yet?

Sue: How are you doing? :wave:

Lyn: Hawaii is one place we have always wanted to go. Someday :love:

Hope everyone is enjoying the :sunny: weather

[lynr]

Welcome Laura and Family: We are not taking our children they are 18 & 25 but my friends are traveling with us and their daughter will be 2 1/2 and their son will be 15, so probably the little ones will be together in the club if they allow her in at 2 1/2.

Doreen: Tell Jackie I said :bday: How great it would be to be 16 again. Did she have a nice party?

Mary: Congrats on the new vehicle. It is devastating to see that bank balance go down.

Tina: I just loved your pictures, they were great.

Lyn

[Verandah Man]

Just did a little check on the DCL website. I saw our category 9 cabin price (for the three of us) has increased by $1200.00 since January, it sure pays to book as early as possible with DCL!!! I still saw quite a few cabin selections available for the Cruisin' Castaways 2006 Cruise.

[florida sun]

Hello My Friends

I am sorry I have been absent for so long, but work is just so busy at the moment, and I have been travelling all around the country.

Had a very pleasent day today watching the Royal Wedding, I am a big fan of the royals, and I do understand that Camilla is not everybodys cup of tea, but I for one wish them all the very best, as the way I look at it, life is to short to be unhappy and without the ones you love. If their children are happy with it, to me that's all that matters. I thought she looked lovley and it was all tastefully done.

Terry: How I wish Sun 24th would be good for me, but wow, what a journey I would have to make, :rotfl: never mind, dont forget to take loads of photos for me.

Lyn: Hi How are you, :wave: hope you are well.

Laura and Family: Welcome abaord, it's great to have another family join us,I am afraid my daughter will be 16 on the cruise, but I am sure there will be plenty of little ones.

Mary: Hi there, hope the weather is good and you are well.You will soon make up those savings I'm sure.

Barb: Well done on paying off your car, keep up the services on hubbys to make sure it lasts before the cruise lol.

Andy: How are you my friend, this August is getting ever closer, apart from our Trails end are you doing any other PS while your there.Cant believe how much the cruise has gone up already and we are still over a year out.

Ed; Hi There :wave: Hope things with you are good, what's your weather like at the moment.

Tina: So glad you had such a good time in Vagas. The photos are fantastic, I will PM you soon for a little chat.

Doreen: Happy Birthday to Jackie, sweet 16, I hope the party went well and that you are feeling a lot better. My Vicki will be sweet 16 on the cruise.

Darlene: Hi There, how are you, How is Stan holding out. Best wishes to you all.

Ginny, Mary Rose, Diane, Karen, Bobby, Cindy,Bev, Linda and anybody else I forgot to mention Hello There :wave:

I am so sorry if I have missed any birthdays or special events while I have been absent, but Happy Birthday to those I missed, Welcome Aboard to any newbies, and I have made a promise to myself to have at least 3 nights a week on here catching up.

Speak soon, Have a Lovley Weekend.

Sue :wave:

[Laurabearz]

Thanks for the warm welcome guys (and gals) I am really looking forward to this cruise.... We are taking our first Disney Cruise this Sept (Wonder 3 day) just to get out feet wet.... lol

I am thinking about adding a couple of days At WDW before the August cruise... DH might be tapped out of vacation time, so I am trying to figure out how many days can I handle the kids at WDW alone... LOL I figure boy will be 3 and talking... that will help, plus the older ones are experienced travelers.... I would love a full two weeks... at week at WDW and then the cruise....

I wonder if he puts in NOW for the time off.....

[mickeymom923]

Hi everyone :wave:

What a great day :sunny: it is today. Got up early and decided to go out to eat for breakfast so we drove 1 1/2 hours to Shady Maple Smorgasbord near Lancaster. I love it there - the food and the ride. It was great having the whole family go. My kids don't always want to go and today was the first time my mom went out since she fell last month. :banana: I started the Atkins diet about 2 weeks ago, (was going to start before Halloween) and I finally lost a few pounds. Probably put it back on today. LOL

Laura - welcome to this fun group.

Tina - great pictures. Thanks for sharing

Terry - I forgot 4/24 is Passover and we are having a big family dinner here. I'd rather be with my DIS friends so do you know what time the brunch would be. I'll probably come with DD Lindsay.

Hope everyone is enjoying this beautiful day.

Bev ::MickeyMo

[SeaSpray]

Welcome Laurabearz! :) Glad to have you aboard! :boat: :sunny:

It was a GORGEOUS day here today! :sunny: :sunny: :sunny: We've been on the go since early this morning, starting with taking both vehicles for their every-three thousand miles-service, out to breakfast, got the kids started on yard work while John and I went to Home Depot and loaded 144 20-pound decorative bricks into the back of our truck, then came home and along with the boys, we UNLOADED the 144 20-pound bricks...then finished the yard work including raking out the flower beds, and mowing. :eek: *whew* I just woke up from a little cat nap on the couch! :faint:

So far this is who I think can come to the NJ meet, please let me know if you want your name added to the list:

Me (Terry)
Lyn
Bev, DD Lindsay

Anyone else? Lyn, is your DH or DS coming too? John won't be with me, it'll only be me, because he doesn't have the vacation time to take that week off. Robby will be in NJ but with his dad, and Craig will be home in MA with John, and going to work.

Sue, I don't think you have any excuse not to come to the meet in New Jersey! :teleport: Teleport yourself over :earboy2: P.S. I'm still not over Diana's death, what a tragedy :( I don't give much thought to Charles or Camilla, but I hope they will both finally be happy, and more importantly, William and Harry. :)

Tina: No date set yet for the New England meet. How about we start with a month, and then all of us can narrow it down to the best day. The first Saturday in May and the first Saturday in June aren't good for us, but so far every other weekend in those months would be fine. Anyone want to pick a month?? :teeth: And thanks so much for sharing those pics, they are breathtaking! What an experience you must've had! :)

Barb: I am totally open to suggestions for the New England meet! :) Once we find out who wants to go, we can see where we all live and try and pick someplace that all of us would be able to get to, whether it be MA or wherever :)

Bev: My father goes to Shady Maple, but I've never been there. I really want to go there some day! :) It really was perfect weather today, wasn't it. We were definitely due for it :sunny:

[Reenieny18]

Well, I recovered from a day of celebration!!! :goodvibes The limo picked up JACLYN and her friends at school and all the kids wondered who the LIMO was for. IT WAS GREAT!!! :cool1:

WE got on the road at 410 pm.. :moped: and got stuck at 430 pm.. Tina you would know this. We didnt move from EXIT 39 to EXIT 40 until 548pm.. Darn DOT didnt take the road signs down that said ROAD WORK AHEAD MERGE RIGHT.. so we all merged for no reason.. UGGGG!!! I called the restaurant.. We were late by 55 minutes...

Tina have you ever been there?? it was FANTASTIC!! they catered to JACLYN and here friends so well.. They had their own pvt area and my family and I were a few booths down from them.. The waiters and wait staff couldn't have been better.. BIAGGI's RESTAURANTE Rocks.. :bounce:

She plans on getting her driving permit on THURSDAY when her actual BIRTHDAY is..
I am not sure if there is enough hair color in the state to help me cover the gray hair she will give me.. :rotfl:

Laurabearz welcome to our group... feel free to jump right in. I hope you and your family feel very comfortable with us all.

Sue are you up for a meet with us next week??

Terry.. what time would the meet be. I am trying to get KAREN to come for the meet as well.. But you have to remember she has a bit further to come... What is the name of the town other than SAYREVILLE??? I know its RT 9 in NJ.. but how else can she find it with AAA??? If she come.. it would be me MARTY, Jaclyn, Karen and she is bringing DANIEL home to us.. if she doesnt come.. then we wont be there either since we will have to go down to VIRGINIA and get DANIEL...

BOBBY,CINDY,MARY ROSE,JOANNA comeout out where ever you are for a brunch with us.....

[SeaSpray]

Terry.. what time would the meet be. I am trying to get KAREN to come for the meet as well.. But you have to remember she has a bit further to come... What is the name of the town other than SAYREVILLE??? I know its RT 9 in NJ.. but how else can she find it with AAA??? If she come.. it would be me MARTY, Jaclyn, Karen and she is bringing DANIEL home to us.. if she doesnt come.. then we wont be there either since we will have to go down to VIRGINIA and get DANIEL...

Doreen, here is the actual mailing address for Peter Pank Diner:

PETER PANK DINER
967 US HIGHWAY 9
SOUTH AMBOY, NJ 08879
732-721-2850

I just did a search on the internet and MOST of the websites have the WRONG area code and the wrong address for the diner. The above phone # and address are correct, I even just called the diner itself to verify :) The town IS Sayreville, but they apparently have a South Amboy address, which is not uncommon for that part of Sayreville.

I would *LOVE* to see Karen! When we travel from MA to VA, we use NJ as a half-way point! Maybe you guys can meet in NJ and for the Daniel Exchange :teeth:

[Ct_TiggerFan]

Just did a little check on the DCL website. I saw our category 9 cabin price (for the three of us) has increased by $1200.00 since January, it sure pays to book as early as possible with DCL!!! I still saw quite a few cabin selections available for the Cruisin' Castaways 2006 Cruise.


Andy,

We booked a lot later than you and our cat 6 has already gone up $607.00

Terry Not sure how early June is gonna shape out yet,
We are trying to plan an early Bday party for Caitlin for the First or 2nd Saturday in June. Having a problem trying to get a place she will like,( A very picky 8 yo LOL. So it begins. ah where did my princess go :sad2: :confused3

Tina,
Thanks for sharing the photos.
I visited the Grand Canyon back in 1992. Thanks for bring back some of my memorys for that trip :cool1:


Sue,
The weather here is Sunny :sunny: and in the upper 50's
I think spring has arrived :jumping1:

My new car is a dream to drive, and it has a sun roof too . Been using the sun roof on the drive to and from work.

Mary, I too had to use some of cruise payment, but I have plenty of time to make it up. I so needed this car, I feel so great driving it. Driving is fun again.

[Verandah Man]

Arrived home from the birthday party a few minutes ago. We had a very nice time, it was colder down near the shore than it was up here, but it was still quite :sunny: . When we went to leave tonight to come home, I had to "RUN" to the car, get it started, and turn the heater on "FULL BLAST!!!"

Terry--I might be flying down to Florida for the weekend of April 23 & 24, as a 50th Birthday present to myself, so we probably wouldn't be able to make the NJ meet.

It's been a very long day, I've been up since 3:45am and I still have a few more messages to check, so I'm signing off for now.

[flexsmom]

Laura -- looks as if our kids are the same age - and/or will be the same age on the cruise! DD just turned 6 last week and DS turns 2 next week, so they'll all be in the same brackets. How is your DD with a computer? We ought to get the girls hooked up on e-mail or with pix or something......of course, I'm sure the idea of waiting 16 or 17 months for something will be inconceivable to them?!

Carol

[Laurabearz]

Laura -- looks as if our kids are the same age - and/or will be the same age on the cruise! DD just turned 6 last week and DS turns 2 next week, so they'll all be in the same brackets. How is your DD with a computer? We ought to get the girls hooked up on e-mail or with pix or something......of course, I'm sure the idea of waiting 16 or 17 months for something will be inconceivable to them?!

Carol
Awesome! Maybe we should wait a couple months/year to introduce them! :wave2: BTW DD is quite good with the computer.

[dvcmember]

Please add us to the list. we are trying a Disney cruise for the first time.
We are Barb,David, Rachael-9, Marissa5. My girls are so exited they are wearing out the promotional DVD. :cheer2:

[Verandah Man]

Please add us to the list. we are trying a Disney cruise for the first time.
We are Barb,David, Rachael-9, Marissa5. My girls are so exited they are wearing out the promotional DVD. :cheer2:



Welcome Aboard Barb(dvcmember) and Family to the Cruisin' Castaways August 2006 Cruise!!! We're happy to have you join our ever growing group of cruisers!!!