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TinkerCarol
06-19-2008, 11:27 PM
My family is staying at ASMovies July 2-9 and I have a styrofoam cooler and 64 bottles of water and some snack foods coming from Garden Grocer. I will not be taking the cooleror any of it home, and may have water and or wrapped snacks left when we leave. Anyone want their name put on it? I guess I would just leave it at the bell with a name on it. Anyone want it, and how exactly do I go about it? Thanks

TinkerCarol
06-26-2008, 10:06 PM
Still looking for anyone who wants cooler & water, etc at ASMovies July 9th.

uconn01001
06-26-2008, 10:32 PM
why would someone want leftovers and how would anyone know they are really good?

PeachesDoesHair
06-26-2008, 11:00 PM
Well, I would assume the water and snacks are unopened and that is how you would know it's good. I doubt anyone would actually try to give away half eaten food items. We gave away a full case of water to a very appreciative family during our stay in June of this year.

I hope you are able to find someone. We just stood at the elevator for a few minutes with our case of water until someone got off. Water is easy to give away since it's so expensive there.

rkmassa
06-26-2008, 11:07 PM
I gave away the rest of my case of water to a lady and her son as I was leaving Pop. She was very appreciative. I hope you find someone before you go, but I bet you will find someone there if not.

Lehuaann
06-26-2008, 11:40 PM
My family is staying at ASMovies July 2-9 and I have a styrofoam cooler and 64 bottles of water and some snack foods coming from Garden Grocer. I will not be taking the cooleror any of it home, and may have water and or wrapped snacks left when we leave. Anyone want their name put on it? I guess I would just leave it at the bell with a name on it. Anyone want it, and how exactly do I go about it? Thanks

That is so thoughtful...wish I was going that week just to meet nice folks like you! :)

Charleyann
06-27-2008, 06:18 AM
why would someone want leftovers and how would anyone know they are really good?


holy Cow, people can be so rude . Poster was just being kind and generous. Something that happens around here often!


Charleyann

mskayjay
06-27-2008, 09:00 AM
why would someone want leftovers and how would anyone know they are really good?

You're joking right or are you really that paranoid to think that someone would try to give you tainted/poisoned bottled water at WDW? wow....so rude

OP lovely gesture. We will be doing the same thing with our leftover water. I'm having wegoshop deliver 2 cases as it is so inexpensive its better to have leftovers and give them away versus not having enough and paying like crazy! We won't have a lot of in room food and such but we will have leftover "adult beverages" and hopefully will find someone interested in those as well.

mickeystoontown
06-27-2008, 09:25 AM
why would someone want leftovers and how would anyone know they are really good?

I am going to assume they were joking too! I have given away our extras that we just didn't have room for. When we used to stay in a suite offsite, I often stopped guests and asked if they wanted our extras. I even gave away the extra hangers we brought along. It made for more room to take home souveniers and helped save others some money.

praline3001
06-27-2008, 11:27 AM
why would someone want leftovers and how would anyone know they are really good?

Dont feel bad. I thought the same thing when I read this post :rotfl2:

PrincessPaczki
06-27-2008, 04:23 PM
TinkerCarol, You are such a kind person for offering these things.:thumbsup2 If more people were like you.:goodvibes

PeterAll
06-27-2008, 04:52 PM
I would feel bad if i was being rude!!
Maybe the OP won't have any left but maybe she will have lots left and isnt it very nice to offer it to someone who would then save some money on some overpriced agua and have more money to but maybe their chile a gift to remember their trip buy

i usually end my post with a :thumbsup2 but i'm too mad now and can only think of :mad:

mommyto_3princesses
06-27-2008, 06:21 PM
why would someone want leftovers and how would anyone know they are really good?

What has happened to you that you would think this?? I feel sorry for you if that is how you live day to day.

praline3001
06-27-2008, 06:26 PM
I would feel bad if i was being rude!!
Maybe the OP won't have any left but maybe she will have lots left and isnt it very nice to offer it to someone who would then save some money on some overpriced agua and have more money to but maybe their chile a gift to remember their trip buy

i usually end my post with a :thumbsup2 but i'm too mad now and can only think of :mad:

Rude? Oh I wouldnt be rude but a nice smile and a thanks but no thanks I would do...
Who knows where that water has been :lmao:
I have seen the video of the guy in the hotel room with the remote control...:lmao:
EWWWW
i am a clean person and I can only hope everyone else in the world is as clean as I am but...errr...well its just not the case.

Besides, taking other peeps leftovers just seems weird to me ...maybe I am in the minority but seriously I would just bring my own water and let someone else have the leftovers...better yet I just stay conceirge and then I dont have to worry about bringing my own drinks :rotfl2:

tinklvr64
06-27-2008, 06:34 PM
Oh I wanted to add I am not a big meanie here...

When we left the GF in Feb my DD had a balloon that was still brand new looking she bought the day before. As we were walking in the lobby we saw a little girl her age just checking in with her family. I whispered in my daughter's ear and she ran over to the little girl and gave her balloon as a gift! The little girl was so happy to get a balloon while she was waiting in line~ but that is a bit different than taking someone's left over food IMO

Oh and also in Feb we were in MK hanging out. All the kids wanted mickey bars and I had a lot of snack credits left over. My kids were playing with another child and their parents were super nice. Instead of this kid standing alone without a mickey bar I used my leftover snack credits to buy him one too.. he went to the stand with us and everything... he got a mickey bar and wasnt left out :goodvibes

Again very different than taking someones leftovers :rotfl2:

Sweet! How generous and thoughtful! :wizard:

praline3001
06-27-2008, 06:37 PM
Oh I wanted to add I am not a big meanie here...

When we left the GF in Feb my DD had a balloon that was still brand new looking she bought the day before. As we were walking in the lobby we saw a little girl her age just checking in with her family. I whispered in my daughter's ear and she ran over to the little girl and gave her balloon as a gift! The little girl was so happy to get a balloon while she was waiting in line~ but that is a bit different than taking someone's left over food IMO

Oh and also in Feb we were in MK hanging out. All the kids wanted mickey bars and I had a lot of snack credits left over. My kids were playing with another child and their parents were super nice. Instead of this kid standing alone without a mickey bar I used my leftover snack credits to buy him one too.. he went to the stand with us and everything... he got a mickey bar and wasnt left out :goodvibes

Again very different than taking someones leftovers :rotfl2:

uconn01001
06-27-2008, 08:07 PM
Thanks for agree with me :). I just meant why would someone wants other peoples food.

PeterAll
06-27-2008, 09:05 PM
Rude? Oh I wouldnt be rude but a nice smile and a thanks but no thanks I would do...
Who knows where that water has been :lmao:


Don't you not understand?! They can't leave open bottles in the cooler cause they will spill when the cooler is moved to storage. It has to be unopened so it has to be clean ::yes::


i am a clean person and I can only hope everyone else in the world is as clean as I am but...errr...well its just not the case.

:rotfl: I thought you wrote that you hope everyone else is as clean as your butt !!:woohoo: haha i can't stop laughing



...better yet I just stay conceirge and then I dont have to worry about bringing my own drinks :rotfl2:

You know I've tried to be respectful but now it seems you are trying to boast about how much money you have :idea: am i right?

arbonnette
06-27-2008, 10:45 PM
If you are worried about the unopened bottles being touched, just wipe down the outside of the bottles with a Clorox wipe or similar antibacterial wipe before you open and drink. I mean, not everyone can stay concierge level and some people actually need to save money.

However, I do stay concierge, and I don't want anybody's leftover water or snacks.

praline3001
06-27-2008, 11:47 PM
Don't you not understand?! They can't leave open bottles in the cooler cause they will spill when the cooler is moved to storage. It has to be unopened so it has to be clean ::yes::


:rotfl: I thought you wrote that you hope everyone else is as clean as your butt !!:woohoo: haha i can't stop laughing



You know I've tried to be respectful but now it seems you are trying to boast about how much money you have :idea: am i right?

Not at all... I am not boasting about what I do and don't have :rotfl2:
I just would find it creepy to take leftovers from someone off the street so why would Disney be any different?

The bottles might be closed but are the sealed? There is a reason the FDA requires packaging as it is nowaday :lmao:

I just dont see my accepting other peoples castoffs.... but again I might be the strange one in this :rotfl2:

And for the record ...my toosh is very clean thank you very much :cool1:

pigletto
06-28-2008, 12:21 AM
What a nice gesture from the OP.
It constantly amazes me how ridiculous and petty some people can be.
Seriously folks.. the woman was trying to help someone out.
Is a lengthy "I am too precious for that" debate necessary????
If you aren't interested... Move On.:headache:

kaytieeldr
06-28-2008, 04:19 AM
The bottles might be closed but are the sealed? There is a reason the FDA requires packaging as it is nowaday Look at the bottle cap. If it is still connected to the neck ring as the packaging was designed, it has not been opened. This doesn't even need to be done in the presence of the donor. Get it back to your room, examine the lids. If you don't feel safe drinking it, dump it.

Oh, yeah - to the Original Poster: If you don't find any takers on the boards before you leave, just offer everything to a nearby resort Guest - one in an adjacent room with whom you may have a nodding acquaintance, or (what usually happens to me) somebody who appears to just be arriving.

marathonmommy
06-28-2008, 09:20 AM
I can't get over the fact that people are so worried about the tampering of water from a DIS Boarder after he/she offered it. If you don't want it, just don't take it. The pimply faced teenager you are buying it from in the parks or any schmuck in a grocery store could tamper it BEFORE you buy it!

praline3001
06-28-2008, 09:51 AM
I was responding to uconn01001 post...

She mentioned that she didnt understand why people would want to take leftovers and she got slammed. I felt bad for her as she was being torn to shreds for saying exactly what I was thinking :rotfl2:

I think taking leftovers from strangers is creepy and gross. I have also stated this was MY OPINION

why take the stuff, say thanks and then dump it? That seems to be too much time wasted ... much eaiser to say Thanks but no thanks..

With this thread going like it is, I am sure she will find someone who wants her leftovers and that is great. I am sure there are other lurkers on here that feel like I do and would not want someone's leftovers :rotfl2:

PrincessKsMom
06-28-2008, 10:01 AM
why take the stuff, say thanks and then dump it? That seems to be too much time wasted ... much eaiser to say Thanks but no thanks..

Why respond at all? Much easier to not respond at all and just move along to another thread.

To OP: I would be happy to take you up on your offer but, unfortunately, we don't check in until 8/23. I'm sure you'll find someone else who will be staying at Movies long before then and, in the alternative, I don't know that the hotel would be happy storing water and snacks for over a month! :rotfl2:

DISNEYJAZZ
06-28-2008, 12:30 PM
i think it is a great way to spread pixie dust to someone at your resort! i agree with the wipes if anyone was concerned,maybe they should do that at the places where they don't have to bring their own water...you never know about those peeps int he fancy hotels either...hehe...sorry to be snippy but i also thought it ride someone whould post mean things....we refilled our bottles and reused them each day and would of been very greatful for the gift from another. we sprinkled our own pixie dust { dsil had rented doyble stroller for as many says as we were there not for how many days at the parks so we had 2 days left!} so on our last day at mk as pawpaw got the stroller he saw a fmily in line iwth 2 small children and gave then the vouchers/tickets whatever for htem to use for their children...they were so happy andthat made us smile to know we'd dusted them...we'd also gotten dusted by a family who was leaving the restort and had a game room card with $13 on it and also a stack of tickets! the kids played for at least an hour with these and got loot to boot! so to me 'unused' water bottles would be wonderful pixie dust! blessosemone with them and enjoy thier smiles nad know you have oden a good deed and don't worry about the rude ones....smile it's disney after all...

kaytieeldr
06-28-2008, 01:25 PM
why take the stuff, say thanks and then dump it? That seems to be too much time wasted ... much eaiser to say Thanks but no thanks..
Um, instead of standing there and inspecting each container/package before accepting the generosity?

praline3001
06-28-2008, 02:27 PM
Um, instead of standing there and inspecting each container/package before accepting the generosity?

I dont see where turning down something free is rude? :rotfl2:

I said it was my personal judgement to say thanks but no thanks and let someone else take the free offerings... for me it just sounds kind of tacky .. but that is just me. I would never be rude or nasty to someone ... I would just say thanks but no thanks ... just because its free doesn't mean I should jump on it regardless of the source. :goodvibes

PeterAll
06-28-2008, 02:54 PM
Not at all... I am not boasting about what I do and don't have :rotfl2: I just would find it creepy to take leftovers from someone off the street so why would Disney be any different?

The bottles might be closed but are the sealed? There is a reason the FDA requires packaging as it is nowaday :lmao:

I just dont see my accepting other peoples castoffs.... but again I might be the strange one in this :rotfl2:

And for the record ...my toosh is very clean thank you very much :cool1:

I accept and appreciate your apology.

Doesn't it feel good to do the right thing? :thumbsup2

Mamalisa58
06-28-2008, 04:38 PM
between "someones leftovers" and unopened bottles of water. It's not like it is a donut with a bite out of it for goodness sake:rotfl2:

kaytieeldr
06-28-2008, 07:14 PM
I said it was my personal judgement to say thanks but no thanks and let someone else take the free offerings... for me it just sounds kind of tacky .. but that is just me. Ah, but see - you are saying two different things here.
It's your personal decision (choice, option, whatever) to say thanks but no thanks on your own behalf.... but when you then go on to say you think [the offer] sounds kind of tacky, you appear to be judging or criticizing those who WOULD accept the generosity of another DISer (or complete stranger). And we know that's not your intention, but it is how your statement appears.

Joshua_me
06-28-2008, 07:47 PM
I sort of understand both sides of 'the war' here.

The OP was making a very thoughtful gesture. In these times when every penny counts, it's nice to see people trying to help one another out.

As for the people who said they would not accept the offer, that's fine as well. I'm one of those people, quite frankly. I suppose it comes from being raised with the 'don't take candy from strangers' rule. The sad thing is, these days 'you just don't know' about some people. It's sad, but it's true.
I'm sure the water and snacks are perfectly fine, but I'm just being honest that my gut reaction would be to say to the person offering, "No, thank you."

That being said, I would usually have not responded to this thread in the first place and moved on... I think that's where the trouble started. Why take the time to post a "I wouldn't take it" post ? It accomplished nothing, and probably hurt the OP's feelings.

Just my 2 cents.

mskayjay
06-28-2008, 07:50 PM
I'm usually very cautious as well but if someone had a half case of water they didn't need I can't see the harm. I'm getting 2 delivered just in case and we will only put a few each day on ice/fridge and will have "still cased" beverages. Now if I have a half bottle of vodka, I can see someone hesititating. Totally agree. Beer??? Its sealed!!!!

"That being said, I would usually have not responded to this thread in the first place and moved on... I think that's where the trouble started. Why take the time to post a "I wouldn't take it" post ? It accomplished nothing, and probably hurt the OP's feelings." YUP!!!!

Charleyann
06-28-2008, 08:14 PM
Look at the bottle cap. If it is still connected to the neck ring as the packaging was designed, it has not been opened. This doesn't even need to be done in the presence of the donor. Get it back to your room, examine the lids. If you don't feel safe drinking it, dump it.

Oh, yeah - to the Original Poster: If you don't find any takers on the boards before you leave, just offer everything to a nearby resort Guest - one in an adjacent room with whom you may have a nodding acquaintance, or (what usually happens to me) somebody who appears to just be arriving.

When I left after Christmas 2007. I gave quite a bit of stuff to my mousekeeper. We had her for 3 weeks. I ask her first. I gave her 3 mudsliders, 2 coolers, a lighted christmas tree, Disney unopened Kids ponchos (From the Dollar store) and some cans of pop, chips and laundry soap.

She was more then happy to have this stuff! She said her kids would enjoy the ponchos and pop and unopended chip and the little 3Ft tree. She said laundry soap is always needed at her house and coolers and mudsliders would be a good treat for her and hubby!

She gave us all a hug and was so grateful for this stuff. I hate to see things go to waste and thought, why not ask?

I am glad I did!

Never, ever hurts to ask. There are children starving in Africa!

Charleyann

praline3001
06-28-2008, 08:17 PM
normally I would have moved on too until I saw unconn getting bashed for simply asking why someone would want used items... I had been thinking the same thing but didn't want to post it :rotfl2:
I felt bad for her .... so I chimed in that I too would find taking leftovers from a stranger ...well.. strange :rotfl2:

for those of you who do this, all the more power to you for saving a few extra bucks... more mickey bars :goodvibes
I just could not see myself taking something from a stranger and giving it to my children to eat/drink... you just never know in todays world.... we are all brought up in different ways... I know my mama would slap my hands had I ever accepted candy from a stranger :rolleyes1

marathonmommy
06-28-2008, 08:41 PM
I just could not see myself taking something from a stranger and giving it to my children to eat/drink... you just never know in todays world.... we are all brought up in different ways... I know my mama would slap my hands had I ever accepted candy from a stranger :rolleyes1

And yet we buy sealed bottles of water (as the DISer was giving away) from strangers everyday. Strangers seal the bottles, strangers drive the bottles to the store, strangers put the bottles on the shelves . . .

praline3001
06-28-2008, 10:00 PM
And yet we buy sealed bottles of water (as the DISer was giving away) from strangers everyday. Strangers seal the bottles, strangers drive the bottles to the store, strangers put the bottles on the shelves . . .

And please show me in the first post where the OP states that these bottles were sealed? :rotfl2:

angeleigh
06-29-2008, 02:27 PM
I really think that the op was referring to unopened (sealed) water even though it was not stated. The snacks were stated as sealed. I don't think that there is any reason to pick apart the op post. It was a very generous offer to be accepted or refused. The op didn't say in her post "if you choose not to except the offer please post why. I am sure that all of the posters who chose to post as to why they were not keen on the idea of accepting gifts from strangers have never accepting anything that has been offered to them from someone they don't know.
For what it is worth I think it was a very kind offer. wtg op.

Bob NC
06-29-2008, 03:27 PM
What the heck is wrong with all you people.

I really can't believe I read this thread, but, it does show me that a lot of folks have WAY too much free time on their hands.

mskayjay
06-29-2008, 04:32 PM
What the heck is wrong with all you people.

I really can't believe I read this thread, but, it does show me that a lot of folks have WAY too much free time on their hands.

Well welcome to our club Bob! :rotfl2: Since you're here, obviously you do too!

marathonmommy
06-29-2008, 08:38 PM
Well welcome to our club Bob! :rotfl2: Since you're here, obviously you do too!

I was thinking the same thing . . .

PeterAll
06-29-2008, 08:41 PM
Ah, but see - you are saying two different things here.
It's your personal decision (choice, option, whatever) to say thanks but no thanks on your own behalf.... but when you then go on to say you think [the offer] sounds kind of tacky, you appear to be judging or criticizing those who WOULD accept the generosity of another DISer (or complete stranger). And we know that's not your intention, but it is how your statement appears.

Whats wrong with saying two different things?
Actaully It is not only her personal decision to say thanks but no thanks BUT its also her personal decision to call out some Tacky behaivor:hug:

I don't whether or not she thinks its tacky actually changed the tackiness or non-tackiness of the situation.
She's free to think how she wants.
:thumbsup2

PeterAll
06-29-2008, 08:54 PM
I'm usually very cautious as well but if someone had a half case of water they didn't need I can't see the harm. I'm getting 2 delivered just in case and we will only put a few each day on ice/fridge and will have "still cased" beverages. Now if I have a half bottle of vodka, I can see someone hesititating.

OMGG!!! I love vodka. Now this might sound funny but its the honest to goodness truth.

I would take the vodka.

Its alcohol; it would kill any germs anyway. That is why they call alcohol 'spirits' its because they cant be hurt.

One of my favorite drinks is Grey Goosed. You put some some lime and maybe something else and MMMM-MMMM good! Sip a little on a hot day and all your stress flies away

Drink the right thing!!:thumbsup2

PeterAll
06-29-2008, 08:59 PM
If you are worried about the unopened bottles being touched, just wipe down the outside of the bottles with a Clorox wipe or similar antibacterial wipe before you open and drink. I mean, not everyone can stay concierge level and some people actually need to save money.

However, I do stay concierge, and I don't want anybody's leftover water or snacks.

Listen I work in the miedical field and I have to caution; DO not drink clorox wipes. Not only would it taste disgusting it can hurt.

Getting back to your 'comments' DO YOU NOT SEE THE http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/irony IRONY???

TinkerCarol
06-30-2008, 12:05 AM
I had no idea my post would get so much attention! I thought all of us DISer people were here to help each other. Just making a small gesture to someone who may want a few free things. I am only sending anything that is sealed, along with the cooler. Sealed packs of chips, breakfast bars, etc. And water that is still sealed. Probably not touched as much as in the grocery store. Ever grab a bag of chips and change your mind or read the label and put it back on the shelf?
Everyone, please settle down and have a great day! A great week, month, year, etc. There is to much to enjoy on this sight.
Besides, I found someone who wants to take me up on my offer, so things are just wonderful. Next time I will just ask someone staying near me though. Thanks for all your comments, TinkerCarol

mommycrawford
06-30-2008, 09:33 AM
Tinkercarol, I am truly sorry you have been through so much to not be wasteful! :teacher: Like you, in the attempt to save money and have what I need on a trip, I end up with extra/too much uneaten stuff left at the end of my stay!

Staying at the values, I'm sure there are like minded individuals, and next time maybe you can just menton your abundance poolside, or even trade a few (obviously) sealed items, as it is easy to get tired of strawberry poptarts, and the like.

Anyway, I'm glad you found someone who understood your intentions!:thumbsup2

LSchrow
06-30-2008, 10:34 AM
OMGG!!! I love vodka. Now this might sound funny but its the honest to goodness truth.

I would take the vodka.

Its alcohol; it would kill any germs anyway. That is why they call alcohol 'spirits' its because they cant be hurt.

One of my favorite drinks is Grey Goosed. You put some some lime and maybe something else and MMMM-MMMM good! Sip a little on a hot day and all your stress flies away

Drink the right thing!!:thumbsup2

now that i would fight you for ;)

the perfect vodka gimlet:cloud9: :
http://blog.thebarproject.com/articles/2006/03/06/the-perfect-vodka-gimlet

seriously the best drink in creation (& i've had many:drinking1 lol). btw, the grey goose slushie in france is a good alternate in WDW (if you don't just happen to have roses lime juice available).

geez, i just realized i posted on 2 seperate threads in the past 30 minutes, & both involved alcohol :confused3

monic
06-30-2008, 10:52 AM
OP Please, next time ask us. There are plenty of people who appreciate your gesture and if those were my dates I would have taken you up on it. How insulting some of these comments are!!!!!!!!! You didn't deserve this for trying to be kind.

praline3001
06-30-2008, 11:18 AM
I really didn't mean to offend anyone for my personal opinion.

But really here is another way to look at swaps such as this one...

There are creepy crazy people on the DIS. I know thats hard to believe but they are out there in full force.

I personally know of a friend on here that had a mean and creepy stalker follow her on her vacation.

This is a public message board with over a million members. You are going to get your share of fruitcakes.

Now to either advertise free stuff can be scary.

The OP can either be a seriel killer using the water as bait (not that I think you are one OP... but I dont know you from Adam and it could be the case...)
Or a crazy stalker could latch on to her and meet up with her.

I know there will be a 100 post about how this would NEVER happen on the DIS community but it does happen. This place it too big for there not to be creepy people.

Making meet ups with people you know nothing about just to swap items is REALLY scary. It doesn't mean you will be murdered in your sleep but you could very well have a stalker latch on to you and make your life difficult.

Handing a case of water to the family staying next door to you is one thing. "Hey I have some extra cases of UNOPENED water. Would you like it?" Or even to a family you see checking in. It is very different to actually set up a meeting to exchange said water.

Just my 2 cents and something for you guys to think about....

karibritt01
06-30-2008, 11:24 AM
I would have taken the water if offered. It is easy enough to tell if the seal is broken on bottled water, and the outside can always be washed with soap/water before opening if you are worried about it. The snacks I would have had to think about, though. A big part of it would be if it was someone sleezey looing person :rotfl2: offering or a nice family at WDW. I would be much more trusting of a mom and kids. BUT... I would still inspect the packages of snacks individually before giving them to my kids, much like I do with Halloween candy, candy thrown out at parades, etc. If there was any question, I would throw it out.

That being said, we always give away stuff we can't use. It is always the right of the parent to refuse, although I don't think that has happened yet. I am always careful to ask the parent quietly as opposed to asking the kid, or in front of the kid.

karibritt01
06-30-2008, 11:31 AM
Making meet ups with people you know nothing about just to swap items is REALLY scary.

I do see your point... but people arrange meets everyday. There are fridge swaps, coffee maker swaps, DISmeets, etc. I think it is important to be careful to arrange the swap/meet in a public place. Meet in the main building as opposed to giving out your room number.

We are getting ready to go on our first Disney cruise. We have arranged a DISmeet, a fish extender gift swap, etc. I think it is OK to have fun and do things like this, and still be careful of what is going on around you.

Not flaming your opinion... just stating mine. :flower3:

praline3001
06-30-2008, 11:40 AM
I do see your point... but people arrange meets everyday. There are fridge swaps, coffee maker swaps, DISmeets, etc. I think it is important to be careful to arrange the swap/meet in a public place. Meet in the main building as opposed to giving out your room number.

We are getting ready to go on our first Disney cruise. We have arranged a DISmeet, a fish extender gift swap, etc. I think it is OK to have fun and do things like this, and still be careful of what is going on around you.

Not flaming your opinion... just stating mine. :flower3:


I am going to guess that you gabbed with the family you are planning to meet on your DISmeet... I am sure you emailed eachother and have become "friends" of sorts.
There are many great people you can meet on the internet and then have them become friends in real life.
This is very different than advertising for any tom dick or harry to meet up and take leftovers.

I have met people from the internet but have gabbed with them for a number of months before doing so. But to meet up with a perfect stranger at your resort to make a swap can get very dangerous. I really honestly know a great gal that ended up with a stalker from the DIS and she wasn't even doing a swap!
I am not trying to scare people but a word of caution should be met for any of these stranger type swaps. You just never know....

Now had you met and became friendly with someone who just happened to be staying about the same time and wanted to do a swap... GREAT if that thing is what you like to do. But to throw yourself out there to perfect strangers seems ..well scary

PeterAll
06-30-2008, 11:41 AM
now that i would fight you for ;)

the perfect vodka gimlet:cloud9: :
http://blog.thebarproject.com/articles/2006/03/06/the-perfect-vodka-gimlet

seriously the best drink in creation (& i've had many:drinking1 lol). btw, the grey goose slushie in france is a good alternate in WDW (if you don't just happen to have roses lime juice available).

geez, i just realized i posted on 2 seperate threads in the past 30 minutes, & both involved alcohol :confused3

I'm not sure I'd like that; I've never been a big fan of turkey gimlets ..i can't see that being too much better.

And you want a fight? I'm on the LIE right now...name the time and place and bring the vodka..just leave any turkey stuff at home :hug:

ncmtnmom
06-30-2008, 12:23 PM
Well, you know you can meet crazy people anywhere! Anyone that sees you out somewhere can decide to stalk you! I agree that there are crazy, sick people online. But, there are crazy, sick people everywhere you go!

I have met some great people online and I'm not ashamed to admit that I met my husband online! We talked online and on the phone for a while and then met in person and now we've been married for 8 years and have 2 kids together plus 5 more between us from our previous marriages! Yes, I took a chance on meeting him in person but, I could have taken the same chance by meeting him at a club or in the grocery store or even at church.

I am also the one that is accepting these items from the OP. I do like to trust people but, I am not stupid! Of course I would only keep items that were sealed!! And I'm sure that's all the OP would offer!!

Someone can tamper with things anywhere! The only way you are going to ensure that your food isn't tampered with is to grow and can it yourself!!! You want to make your skin crawl?? Stop and think about what the cook at your local restaurant COULD be doing to your food! Or what the guy working in the plant COULD do before the packages are sealed! I'm not going to spend my whole life worrying!!

Anyway,TinkerCarol, I appreciate the offer and so does my family! Thank you again!!

Now I've got my 2 cents in and I feel better....:rotfl: :rotfl: