6/13/2009 Western on Magic- Our Cruise Chat Continues!

[triplefigs]

This is a continuation of our original meet thread. A big thanks to Fran (Texas Disney Fan) for all her hard work setting this up! I just copied and pasted HER info.
http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=1929960

Our official DIS Meet website! (http://www.westernmagic61309.info/)
(Thanks Stephanie (Brooklyn) for the hard work on a great site!)

DIS MEET - 3:00PM IN PROMENADE - DAY OF EMBARKATION

Is anyone else on this one?

We are in a category 6. It will be me and DH and our DS (will be 10) :dance3:

Cruising Families

Texas Disney Fan & dbenlee : Yes 2 adults & 1 child
DW - Fran
DH - Ben
DS - Rob (10)
from Southeast Texas

Paula13:
DW
DH
DD (13)
DDF (13) daugther's friend
from PA

Disney Fans: Yes 3 adults & 2 children
DW
DH
DS (9)
DS (6)
DGM
from Dallas, Texas

RAC:
Randi
DD - Ashyln (12)
Don
Gail
from SC

Nikkistevej: Yes 2 adults & 1 child - FE organizer (woohoo!!!)
DW - Nikki
DH - Steve
DD - Jordan (6)
from Baltimore, MD

Karendvc07: Yes 1 adult & 2 children
self
DS (13)
DS (9)
+ 8 various family members from other states
from Southern Illinois

thetripletgang: Yes 2 adults & 3 children
DW
DH
DS (8)
DD (8)
DD (8)

DisneyBaby2004: Yes 2 adults & 2 children
DW
DH
DD (10)
DS (6)

momtomari: Yes 1 adult & 1 child
Self - Amanda
DD - Mari (6)

Disney Poly: Yes 3 adults & 3 children
DW
Dh
DS (19)
DD (16)
DS (15)
DD (11)

runwad:
DW (42)
DH (45)
DD (13)
DD (11)
DS (8)

sammatt:
DW - Lisa (self)
DH - Dave
DD - Samantha (11)
DS - Matthew (9)
Georgia (my mamacita)
from San Jose, Ca

djd7292: Yes 1 adult & 1 child
Deb (self)
DD - Jayde (16)
from MI

jarigw: Yes 3 adults & 1 child
DH - Glen
DW - Mariann
DD - Gwen (14)
DSIL - Jan
from Pittsburgh, PA

BethA: Yes 3 rooms 6 adults & 1 child
DW - Beth
DH -Sean
DS-Brandon(13)
DS - Blake (20)
Girlfriend - Katie (21)
Parents - Joe
Betty
from Pittsburgh, PA

IndyRosa20:
DW - Rosa
DH - John
DD - Stacy (21)
DS - Trent (10)

TammyAlphabet: Yes
Self
friend
DD 11
DS 17
friend
her daugther about 9

pclaire: Yes 1 adult & 1 child
self - Pattie
DD - Ally (almost 11)

IrishCowboy:

Ruley3: 2 cabins Yes 4 adults & 3 children
DW - April (self)
DH - Rob
DS - Lance (5)
DS - Layne (14)
DD - Layla (2)
DSis - Holley
Her DH - Chris

toddlerhouse:
okwmeister:
IndyRosa20:
Stingmon:

sinnika: Yes 2 adults & 2 children
Me: DW - Taina
DD: Kaitlyn (age 13 - almost 14 by cruise)
DS - Ben (12)
Sister - Beatrice
BIL - Stephen

from SE Texas

Triplefigs: Yes 2 adults & 3 children

Diane71969: Yes 1 adult & 1 child
self - Diane
DS - Larry (14)

NCDISFAM:
DW
DH
DD (13)
DS (11)
DD (19)
boyfriend

Yensidfan: yes 4 adults
DW
DH
DD (21)
DS (18)
from Orlando

SUZCRUISE: yes 2 adults & 4 children
Self
DS (13)
DD (13)
DD (10)
DNephew (10)
DGrandma

Brooklyn: Yes 2 adults & 2 children
Self - Stephanie
DH - Craig
DD - Brooklyn (8)
DD - Madison (4)
grandma

Andrea loves Disney Yes 2 adults & 2 children
self - Andrea
DH - Kyle
DD - Megan (13)
DS - Evan (9)
Chicago suburbs


Disneyanna1- 2 adults & 2 children
self - Anna
DH - David
DD - Ava (5)
DS - Eric (7)
Main Dining
Room 1046 and 1048
outside of Charlotte, NC

[Disney Fans]

Hello :) Found you !1:thumbsup2

[triplefigs]

Fran, hope you don't mind me copying and pasting your info. This was YOUR thread and hard work and we ALL appreciate it!!

[Brooklyn]

Thanks for setting this up!!!

[Texas Disney Fan]

Thanks for starting this one.

Fran

[Disney Fans]

Hey,

Since we have So many doing the FE. I wouldn't mind if we assigned days, cause it looks as if most will do it once. And if everyone does it on the same day that could be ALOT of stuff to not fit into the FE bags made?
We could just ./. by how many and make then just do lets say 1/2 on one day and 1/2 on the next day.:) Or split by 1/4's of the group into 4 days.:)
What do you all think? I am up for it.:) If you all want to.

[Texas Disney Fan]

Fran, hope you don't mind me copying and pasting your info. This was YOUR thread and hard work and we ALL appreciate it!!

No problem at all. Thanks for doing it. :goodvibes

[Texas Disney Fan]

Hey,

Since we have So many doing the FE. I wouldn't mind if we assigned days, cause it looks as if most will do it once. And if everyone does it on the same day that could be ALOT of stuff to not fit into the FE bags made?

What do you all think? I am up for it.:) If you all want to.

I am game.

[Brooklyn]

Hey,

Since we have So many doing the FE. I wouldn't mind if we assigned days, cause it looks as if most will do it once. And if everyone does it on the same day that could be ALOT of stuff to not fit into the FE bags made?
We could just ./. by how many and make then just do lets say 1/2 on one day and 1/2 on the next day.:)
What do you all think? I am up for it.:) If you all want to.

I don't want to leave anything up to chance anymore...LOL Let's assign days!

jk - I am fine either way but I do like the idea of assigning days :thumbsup2

[ruley3]

Hey,

Since we have So many doing the FE. I wouldn't mind if we assigned days, cause it looks as if most will do it once. And if everyone does it on the same day that could be ALOT of stuff to not fit into the FE bags made?
We could just ./. by how many and make then just do lets say 1/2 on one day and 1/2 on the next day.:)
What do you all think? I am up for it.:) If you all want to.


I am sorry but I am gonna say no Please don't be mad but I feel like that makes it not as fun and for the past three cruises I never knew when I might be up with the kids at 10:30pm or am going around dropping goodies:scared1:

[triplefigs]

Hey,

Since we have So many doing the FE. I wouldn't mind if we assigned days, cause it looks as if most will do it once. And if everyone does it on the same day that could be ALOT of stuff to not fit into the FE bags made?
We could just ./. by how many and make then just do lets say 1/2 on one day and 1/2 on the next day.:) Or split by 1/4's of the group into 4 days.:)
What do you all think? I am up for it.:) If you all want to.Me too. I just need to give mine BEFORE Pirate Night... ;):confused3:rolleyes1

[triplefigs]

I am sorry but I am gonna say no Please don't be mad but I feel like that makes it not as fun and for the past three cruises I never knew when I might be up with the kids at 10:30pm or am going around dropping goodies:scared1:We could always assign days to whomever wants to and then the others could just pick a day that works for them! That way EVERYONE would be happy! :thumbsup2

[Disney Fans]

Thanks, I think it would work better since we have so many and then the kids would get something almost everyday!!

And another quesiton: I haven't told my friends that are going about the FE because did we decide that we wouldn't add anymore after a certain date? I don't want to hurt their kids feelings and wanted to make sure if it is ok for them to still join before asking them.:) They are pretty easy going mom and dad so if not they will understand but can they?

[Disney Fans]

We could always assign days to whomever wants to and then the others could just pick a day that works for them! That way EVERYONE would be happy! :thumbsup2


That is a good idea. Put us down for assigned days:)

[ruley3]

I don't want to leave anything up to chance anymore...LOL Let's assign days!

jk - I am fine either way but I do like the idea of assigning days :thumbsup2


Gee Stephanie sometimes you gotta take chances!;)

Also wanted to say this is our first time getting a porthole and the past three cruises we had inside cabins so I do know how it feels to get an inside stateroom:thumbsup2

[Disney Fans]

Me too. I just need to give mine BEFORE Pirate Night... ;):confused3:rolleyes1

Hum!!! Is this a hint!:lmao::lmao:

[triplefigs]

How many cabins do we have participating now? I need to order the parts to make my gifts tonight!!! I am doing 1 gift per cabin but it will have little items too for everyone.

[ruley3]

We could always assign days to whomever wants to and then the others could just pick a day that works for them! That way EVERYONE would be happy! :thumbsup2


So is this the norm because the other cruises I was on did not assign days????
I have been part of some pretty big groups such as the Nana head cruises and the DIS Geeks and we had way more people than this and it never was an issue:confused3

[Texas Disney Fan]

I don't want to leave anything up to chance anymore...LOL Let's assign days!

jk - I am fine either way but I do like the idea of assigning days :thumbsup2

Stephanie - Could you do something on the website and to let people select what day they would like to sign up for?

If not, I guess we could just post here a day or pm someone to organize it. Then those that would rather not sign up a specific day could do theirs as they please. Also, if we end up with a lot or no one on a certain day we could adjust accordingly.

Just throwing ideas out there to try to work with everyone.

[Brooklyn]

Gee Stephanie sometimes you gotta take chances!;)

Also wanted to say this is our first time getting a porthole and the past three cruises we had inside cabins so I do know how it feels to get an inside stateroom:thumbsup2

DH and I have always had an inside room. I don't mind the inside room at all. It is the deck that has me bent out of shape. I am happy though, I am happy, I am happy, I am thankful, I am thankful....I feel like I am in DCL therapy! LOL

Can you resend me the picture of the kids for the website too???

[Brooklyn]

Stephanie - Could you do something on the website and to let people select what day they would like to sign up for?

If not, I guess we could just post here a day or pm someone to organize it. Then those that would rather not sign up a specific day could do theirs as they please. Also, if we end up with a lot or no one on a certain day we could adjust accordingly.

Just throwing ideas out there to try to work with everyone.

Yes, now that I am done morning I can add it to the website! LOL :lmao:

I say everyone email to info@westernmagic61309.info what day you want then I will add it there.

I have to do the first day so everyone can get full use of mine. :thumbsup2

[Brooklyn]

How many cabins do we have participating now? I need to order the parts to make my gifts tonight!!! I am doing 1 gift per cabin but it will have little items too for everyone.

26 was the number but that was with DisneyPoly....now they may be back and I know others want to join. It is hard bc the cut off was early. I think we should take a vote about letting others join. My opinion...the more the merrier. So my vote is to let others join but that might not work for those who have already ordered items.

[triplefigs]

So is this the norm because the other cruises I was on did not assign days????
I have been part of some pretty big groups such as the Nana head cruises and the DIS Geeks and we had way more people than this and it never was an issue:confused3Oh, I've never cruised. :upsidedow I was just suggesting a happy compromise! :idea:If you want assigned days, you get it! If you don't, you pick your own! :thumbsup2

[ruley3]

DH and I have always had an inside room. I don't mind the inside room at all. It is the deck that has me bent out of shape. I am happy though, I am happy, I am happy, I am thankful, I am thankful....I feel like I am in DCL therapy! LOL

Can you resend me the picture of the kids for the website too???


Here is a positive you are close to the medical peeps!!!!

With Lance's constant issues that would have been a plus for us!!! Also deck 1 is really peaceful!!! The Kid's Godparents had a Cat 10 on Deck 1 and loved it a couple years ago!:lovestruc

[Brooklyn]

Here is a positive you are close to the medical peeps!!!!

With Lance's constant issues that would have been a plus for us!!! Also deck 1 is really peaceful!!! The Kid's Godparents had a Cat 10 on Deck 1 and loved it a couple years ago!:lovestruc

Well here is to me loving it too! :thumbsup2

[Morgey24]

DH and I have always had an inside room. I don't mind the inside room at all. It is the deck that has me bent out of shape. I am happy though, I am happy, I am happy, I am thankful, I am thankful....I feel like I am in DCL therapy! LOL



Dear Stephanie,
Please send the happy pills :laughing: Something nice and preferably requiring a prescription (unless you are in Cozumel... speaking of, I was hoping to get some over the counter Retin-A there :cool2:)

Ok, I am going to say my Disney affirmation again: I am thankful to be going on this lovely cruise with this terrific group of people. I am grateful, I am grateful.

[djd7292]

How many cabins do we have participating now? I need to order the parts to make my gifts tonight!!! I am doing 1 gift per cabin but it will have little items too for everyone.

26 was the number but that was with DisneyPoly....now they may be back and I know others want to join. It is hard bc the cut off was early. I think we should take a vote about letting others join. My opinion...the more the merrier. So my vote is to let others join but that might not work for those who have already ordered items.

I am on the fence w/this.... I know I have a few extra cabin gifts (special order) but will have to check the kids ones.

*As long as the newbies realize they may or may not get gifts since some people special ordered their gifts, I would have no problem having them join.*

I prefer to give mine sooner than later! Otherwise, I may just keep them myself. :lmao:

[Brooklyn]

Dear Stephanie,
Please send the happy pills :laughing: Something nice and preferably requiring a prescription (unless you are in Cozumel... speaking of, I was hoping to get some over the counter Retin-A there :cool2:)

Ok, I am going to say my Disney affirmation again: I am thankful to be going on this lovely cruise with this terrific group of people. I am grateful, I am grateful.

I feel your pain....we will get through this together!

We need to write a 12 step plan on CAT 12 assignment disappointment! :thumbsup2

[Morgey24]

26 was the number but that was with DisneyPoly....now they may be back and I know others want to join. It is hard bc the cut off was early. I think we should take a vote about letting others join. My opinion...the more the merrier. So my vote is to let others join but that might not work for those who have already ordered items.


My vote is to let others join. However, given the fact that others are well on their way to being done with their FE gifts, perhaps a compromise is to limit it to 26 and then randomly distribute. Not sure how that would work but it's a thought.. :tink:

[Texas Disney Fan]

I am on the fence w/this.... I know I have a few extra cabin gifts (special order) but will have to check the kids ones.

*As long as the newbies realize they may or may not get gifts since some people special ordered their gifts, I would have no problem having them join.*

I prefer to give mine sooner than later! Otherwise, I may just keep them myself. :lmao:

I agree with these comments as well. We should be good to add a few more but definetely will need to know some totals within the next week. :thumbsup2

[nikkistevej]

I didn't really want to assign days- but if someone wants to do that, that is fine with me. I will be giving mine out before Pirate night too. pirate: LOL

I would be OK with adding people too, but I'm not sure it's not too late for people who have ordered things, or made them.(me) :rolleyes1:rolleyes1

[djd7292]

Will we have another cut off? Either a date or # of cabins...

[DisneyBaby2004]

Sorry I can't commit to an assigned day. With this being my first ever cruise, I will need to play things by ear and just go with the flow. I however promise to hand them out sometime before the end of the cruise :rotfl2:

[ruley3]

I didn't really want to assign days- but if someone wants to do that, that is fine with me. I will be giving mine out before Pirate night too. pirate: LOL

I would be OK with adding people too, but I'm not sure it's not too late for people who have ordered things, or made them.(me) :rolleyes1:rolleyes1


I am not sure if that will work for me either? only because I have ordered all my gifts already and I would feel bad if I run out:eek: (Unless the people who canceled do not join back then that would be one more gift I can give:thumbsup2

[nikkistevej]

Hey Stephanie- when does DCL let us knowabout our Palo brunch day? I'm excited about that!!

[nikkistevej]

I am not sure if that will work for me either? only because I have ordered all my gifts already and I would feel bad if I run out:eek: (Unless the people who canceled do not join back then that would be one more gift I can give:thumbsup2

Yeah, that's kind of how mine is too.:goodvibes

[Brooklyn]

Hey Stephanie- when does DCL let us knowabout our Palo brunch day? I'm excited about that!!

5 more days! :banana:

[IrishCowboy]

Just in case we get any late additions, I have added continuation link to the 2009 Magic sailings cruise meets thread


http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=1674660

[Texas Disney Fan]

Just in case we get any late additions, I have added continuation link to the 2009 Magic sailings cruise meets thread


http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=1674660

Thanks.

[nikkistevej]

5 more days! :banana:

:banana::banana::banana::cool1::cool1::cool1:

[momtomari]

so i was like wow the thread jumped 10 pages today must have been a lot of conversation.... then i looked and seen that there were cabin assignments. excited to see some people got cat 9 upgrades i signed on but only got a cat 11. congrats to all you that got upgrades to cat 9, we will be sailing there next year for the eastbound transatlantic. however for this cruise we got a cat11 stateroom 6502. This is my 4th cruise in a year and the first time I have gotten upgraded even though its not a great upgrade. It really is a luck of the draw just disappointing knowing that people who have never cruised before have been upgraded to cat 9 with the porthole.

[sinnika]

so i was like wow the thread jumped 10 pages today must have been a lot of conversation.... then i looked and seen that there were cabin assignments. excited to see some people got cat 9 upgrades i signed on but only got a cat 11. congrats to all you that got upgrades to cat 9, we will be sailing there next year for the eastbound transatlantic. however for this cruise we got a cat11 stateroom 6502. This is my 4th cruise in a year and the first time I have gotten upgraded even though its not a great upgrade. It really is a luck of the draw just disappointing knowing that people who have never cruised before have been upgraded to cat 9 with the porthole.
Our first cruise, we were upgraded from a cat 9 to a cat 6 on the Eastern in 2005. We found out at the port. It was a great upgrade, and a great way for DCL to get us to come back, although we didn't rebook on board. We had a cat 6 booked for this cruise - military rate was $4500, but the bargain cat 12's were too good to pass up! I don't regret my decision for a moment, and I'm happy with my assigned cat 12. I think upgrades are more the exception than the norm for repeat cruisers! (other than the cat 12 to 11's).
WOWWWW!!!! 4 cruises in 1 year!!!! Awesome!!!!

[momtomari]

Our first cruise, we were upgraded from a cat 9 to a cat 6 on the Eastern in 2005. We found out at the port. It was a great upgrade, and a great way for DCL to get us to come back, although we didn't rebook on board. We had a cat 6 booked for this cruise - military rate was $4500, but the bargain cat 12's were too good to pass up! I don't regret my decision for a moment, and I'm happy with my assigned cat 12. I think upgrades are more the exception than the norm for repeat cruisers! (other than the cat 12 to 11's).
WOWWWW!!!! 4 cruises in 1 year!!!! Awesome!!!!

thats what i got was a cat 12 to cat 11. im happy with my room number its just interesting that they wouldnt upgrade a repeat cruiser higher.

[triplefigs]

so i was like wow the thread jumped 10 pages today must have been a lot of conversation.... then i looked and seen that there were cabin assignments. excited to see some people got cat 9 upgrades i signed on but only got a cat 11. congrats to all you that got upgrades to cat 9, we will be sailing there next year for the eastbound transatlantic. however for this cruise we got a cat11 stateroom 6502. This is my 4th cruise in a year and the first time I have gotten upgraded even though its not a great upgrade. It really is a luck of the draw just disappointing knowing that people who have never cruised before have been upgraded to cat 9 with the porthole.Since I think we are the only 1st time cruisers who were upgraded to a porthole, I presume your comment was directed at me. I am not sorry we got a good upgrade. I am saddened that not everyone did, feel horrible that anyone is upset over their assignment, and I know that you have spent a lot of $$ on cruises this year. I am sorry that you feel like you were overlooked. :hug: But that is no reason to single us out and try to make me feel guilty. I persoanlly think DCL is BRILLIANT for upgrading 1st timers. There is a much higher chance that we will book that Category or higher next time.

[Texas Disney Fan]

I persoanlly think DCL is BRILLIANT for upgrading 1st timers. There is a much higher chance that we will book that Category or higher next time.

I agree with you. This has happened to us at the resorts. We were upgraded to conceige once. I would have never booked it before that. But I have since booked it twice. Once was for one night and the other time was for three nights. I still do not think I would do it for a whole week.

[Disney Fans]

Ok, I have been out tonight shopping and now know what I am making for family for each cabin for the FE!! I can't wait for you all to see them, they are so so cute and very Disneyish!! Is that a word? Disneyish!:rotfl: Well it is now!!:lmao:

[Brooklyn]

Since I think we are the only 1st time cruisers who were upgraded to a porthole, I presume your comment was directed at me. I am not sorry we got a good upgrade. I am saddened that not everyone did, and I know that you have spent a lot of $$ on cruises this year. I am sorry that you feel like you were overlooked. :hug: But that is no reason to single us out and try to make me feel guilty. I persoanlly think DCL is BRILLIANT for upgrading 1st timers. There is a much higher chance that we will book that Category or higher next time.

I can see how you would think that this is directed at you. I don't think she meant it that way. I think it is just hard to swallow. I was at the DMV with my mom when I got the first email saying that they got 2 CAT 9's side by side on deck 2....I got super excited. Maybe too excited. Then my morning was not going so well, I got home and checked the computer. I was BEYOND disappointed when I saw 10XX and then I looked and we did not even get windows. :confused3 I know it was a crap shoot but still hard to swallow. So MANY people got deck 9 and side by side. I am thrilled to pieces for you, especially getting connecting rooms. Connecting is something I did not want and I am thrilled that you got it! :thumbsup2 I think it is just hard to swallow. Maybe our expections or hopes were just higher then they should be. I don't think it was directed at you as much as DCL...why would they now upgrade me, some who had cruised before higher then someone who didn't??? I do however understand your point of sucking you in!!! LOL

So I don't think it was you. I am sure there are many others who are first time cruisers who got great upgrades too. I think it is just the principle of it all vs anything.

It is the same as if I would have stayed in 2 11's and I found out that you paid $1,500 less then me and got 2 9's. I understand how and why DCL does this CAT 12 thing but sometimes I wonder if it is fair????? If it was based on something, ie who booked first, etc...Then MAYBE I could understand. The fact that there is really no system to it is what bugs me. I was booked b4 Disney Fans friends and IMO they got a better room then me. Others may not agree bc we are in a 10 vs and 11 but decks seem to mean more to me then the room itself..again my opinion.

I think the fact that we spend so much time on these boards planning, etc shows how dedicated and committed to our vacation. I think when you get what you want or better you are on cloud 9...when you are disappointed then it is like a punch in the gut! That is how I felt all day! I however an getting SUPER excited about my CAT 10. It is the layout I want, a double steamer trunk in each and they both sleep 4. :banana: I am not thrilled about deck 1 but after a day of being disappointed I am now excited!!!

[Texas Disney Fan]

Ok, I have been out tonight shopping and now know what I am making for family for each cabin for the FE!! I can't wait for you all to see them, they are so so cute and very Disneyish!! Is that a word? Disneyish!:rotfl: Well it is now!!:lmao:

Works for me. :rotfl: So you are teasing us. Kinda like dangling a carrot in front of a horse. :rotfl2: Well time to shut down and head to bed.

[triplefigs]

I can see how you would think that this is directed at you. I don't think she meant it that way. I think it is just hard to swallow. I was at the DMV with my mom when I got the first email saying that they got 2 CAT 9's side by side on deck 2....I got super excited. Maybe too excited. Then my morning was not going so well, I got home and checked the computer. I was BEYOND disappointed when I saw 10XX and then I looked and we did not even get windows. :confused3 I know it was a crap shoot but still hard to swallow. So MANY people got deck 9 and side by side. I am thrilled to pieces for you, especially getting connecting rooms. Connecting is something I did not want and I am thrilled that you got it! :thumbsup2 I think it is just hard to swallow. Maybe our expections or hopes were just higher then they should be. I don't think it was directed at you as much as DCL...why would they now upgrade me, some who had cruised before higher then someone who didn't??? I do however understand your point of sucking you in!!! LOL

So I don't think it was you. I am sure there are many others who are first time cruisers who got great upgrades too. I think it is just the principle of it all vs anything.

It is the same as if I would have stayed in 2 11's and I found out that you paid $1,500 less then me and got 2 9's. I understand how and why DCL does this CAT 12 thing but sometimes I wonder if it is fair????? If it was based on something, ie who booked first, etc...Then MAYBE I could understand. The fact that there is really no system to it is what bugs me. I was booked b4 Disney Fans friends and IMO they got a better room then me. Others may not agree bc we are in a 10 vs and 11 but decks seem to mean more to me then the room itself..again my opinion.

I think the fact that we spend so much time on these boards planning, etc shows how dedicated and committed to our vacation. I think when you get what you want or better you are on cloud 9...when you are disappointed then it is like a punch in the gut! That is how I felt all day! I however an getting SUPER excited about my CAT 10. It is the layout I want, a double steamer trunk in each and they both sleep 4. :banana: I am not thrilled about deck 1 but after a day of being disappointed I am now excited!!!
I totally see your point, and as you can see by every post I've made today, I am extremely sorry that anyone here is disappointed by their assignments. :hug: But I am not going to lie and say I am not thrilled with our luck. I am going to enjoy it this time as I don't know if we will cruise again and with the extremely high prices of DCL, doubt we would be able to book an outside cabin.

I personally am very jealous of anyone that can cruise DCL numerous times or every year. With 3 kids and SUPER high medical bills for DS, this cruise is a once in a lifetime for us and the ONLY reason we are cruising is the super low Cat 12 prices.

[Brooklyn]

I totally see your point, and as you can see by every post I've made today, I am extremely sorry that anyone here is disappointed by their assignments. :hug: But I am not going to lie and say I am not thrilled with our luck. I am going to enjoy it this time as I don't know if we will cruise again and with the extremely high prices of DCL, doubt we would be able to book an outside cabin.

I personally am very jealous of anyone that can cruise DCL numerous times or every year. With 3 kids and SUPER high medical bills for DS, this cruise is a once in a lifetime for us and the ONLY reason we are cruising is the super low Cat 12 prices.

I am happy for everyone with great upgrades.....I just wish it was me!!! :rotfl:

I can only imagine how hard it must be with 3 and medical bills. We are so blessed to have DH in the military. I never thought I would say that until I had a kid with special needs. They have been amazing and I there is no way we could afford half of her bills if we did not have the support of the military. So I deal with the multiple deployments and living apart knowing that my family is taken care of! :thumbsup2

Enjoy your CAT 9's! Everyone who got one! I am excited for all of you! :thumbsup2

[Morgey24]

:hug::hug::hug: to all!

I don't think the comment was specifically posted at you triplefigs(about you guys being first timers and being upgraded to connecting 9s). Being in the boat of those who got yucky assignments (due to the TA messing up our ressies as far as I am concerned) I feel other's pain.

I am now thinking that I really don't like this whole Cat 12 thing because, by definition, 50% of the folks "lost" in their minds when they got inside rooms. Everyone dreams and dreams big, but it's the random nature that is what bugs me. I woke up this morning thinking -- even before I step foot -- that I will never cruise DCL again because of the *pit of the stomach* feeling that this has given me. Believe me, I live in Orlando and know plenty of Cast Members who sail for ridiculously low rates ($199 for 3 nights or $399 for 7 nights) who get pretty much "best available cabin" (they may not know until port, but they almost always wind up in a verandah). I even told DD last week that she was going to see a part time job at WDW when she was old enough so that we could get CM rates (too bad Orlando is big and WDW is about 45+ minutes away!!!)

I do agree that the 2 cabins of friends who just booked last week and who woundup with 4 side by side cabins on Deck 6 made out FAR FAR better than Brooklynand I haven't seen a single cabin of 2 sailing alone get anything higher than a 11. (I guess DCL believes that parties of 2 do not need a split bath -- they must not have teen girls at home!)

That being said, I am going to try (Disney Affirmation needed again) to change my lousy attitude, which is being misdirected towards my TA, who probably thought she was trying to help. Just having a bad year so far -- no raises at work, no bonuses, last month I took a softball to the side of my face while at DD's practice (thrown by a 12 y.o. who weighs more than me!!!) and have a fractured (it's more pushed in/depressed for those medical folks) cheeckbone and conscussion and a broken pair of really good Ray Bans...), and lots of other cruddy things happen. I just wanted some pixie dust, ya know?

I showed DD the cabin :mad: on the deck plan and she said "cool, I love inside rooms, I can sleep all day" and I thought, "ok, buck up and put on a smile." :thumbsup2

[Morgey24]

PS, y'all, it's

39 DAYS!!!!


which is the exact number at which I have stopped aging!!!
:hippie::hippie::hippie::hippie::hippie::hippie::

(that's big :grouphug: for you, Diane, may you stay 39!!!)

[DisneyBaby2004]

Ok, I have been out tonight shopping and now know what I am making for family for each cabin for the FE!! I can't wait for you all to see them, they are so so cute and very Disneyish!! Is that a word? Disneyish!:rotfl: Well it is now!!:lmao:

Everyone is suddenly getting these brigt ideas:scratchin - I hope something creative pops in my head. I am not super excited about mine yet, they are a work in progress. Please send some creative pixe dust my way:wizard:

[BethA]

we would prefer not to have an assigned day for FE. If we add someone on-they may not get the same gift, since mine might ot still be available.

Do we have any idea how many people want to join?

[Paula13]

:hug::hug::hug: to all!

I don't think the comment was specifically posted at you triplefigs(about you guys being first timers and being upgraded to connecting 9s). Being in the boat of those who got yucky assignments (due to the TA messing up our ressies as far as I am concerned) I feel other's pain.

I am now thinking that I really don't like this whole Cat 12 thing because, by definition, 50% of the folks "lost" in their minds when they got inside rooms. Everyone dreams and dreams big, but it's the random nature that is what bugs me. I woke up this morning thinking -- even before I step foot -- that I will never cruise DCL again because of the *pit of the stomach* feeling that this has given me. Believe me, I live in Orlando and know plenty of Cast Members who sail for ridiculously low rates ($199 for 3 nights or $399 for 7 nights) who get pretty much "best available cabin" (they may not know until port, but they almost always wind up in a verandah). I even told DD last week that she was going to see a part time job at WDW when she was old enough so that we could get CM rates (too bad Orlando is big and WDW is about 45+ minutes away!!!)

I do agree that the 2 cabins of friends who just booked last week and who woundup with 4 side by side cabins on Deck 6 made out FAR FAR better than Brooklynand I haven't seen a single cabin of 2 sailing alone get anything higher than a 11. (I guess DCL believes that parties of 2 do not need a split bath -- they must not have teen girls at home!)

That being said, I am going to try (Disney Affirmation needed again) to change my lousy attitude, which is being misdirected towards my TA, who probably thought she was trying to help. Just having a bad year so far -- no raises at work, no bonuses, last month I took a softball to the side of my face while at DD's practice (thrown by a 12 y.o. who weighs more than me!!!) and have a fractured (it's more pushed in/depressed for those medical folks) cheeckbone and conscussion and a broken pair of really good Ray Bans...), and lots of other cruddy things happen. I just wanted some pixie dust, ya know?

I showed DD the cabin :mad: on the deck plan and she said "cool, I love inside rooms, I can sleep all day" and I thought, "ok, buck up and put on a smile." :thumbsup2

You poor thing! Better days to come! :) Isn't that just like a teenager to think they will sleep all day on a cruise that cost money! I told DD, wrong-o-buck-o, not happening! 9:00am is the latest! Now watch, I'll eat my words & I'll sleep in one day! :(

[djd7292]

[QUOTE=Morgey24;31670587] I don't think the comment was specifically posted at you triplefigs(about you guys being first timers and being upgraded to connecting 9s).

I am now thinking that I really don't like this whole Cat 12 thing because, by definition, 50% of the folks "lost" in their minds when they got inside rooms. Everyone dreams and dreams big, but it's the random nature that is what bugs me. QUOTE]

Donna ~ I totally agree.

Denise ~ I would never have guessed she was talking about you.

I think Disney makes a game out of cat 12 GTY; sell a room that only sleeps 3 to a family of 4 or 5... cuz they know there will be some winners & some losers. And the losers will try to upgrade at port! Thus spending more money. I wish we could ALL have the rooms that we want (a verandah/balcony upgrade would have been extremely nice ~ Walt, can you help me on this! :laughing:) But in reality we are ALL winners.... :grouphug:

OK, so now that we have all ranted & raved about our room assignments... LET's GET ON WITH OUR CRUISE PLANNING!!!! :cloud9:

Jayde & I found the cutest Joe Boxer bags at Sears; her's is multi-colored & mine is red w/orange accents. :cool1: But we still have a lot more shopping to do! :woohoo:

:flower3:

[DisneyBaby2004]

It looks like Mexico is coming off of lock down. What do you think of are chances of still going to Mexico?

[BethA]

Even though it is opening things up-I hope we do NOT go there. Certainly they are in a hurry to get the economy rolling again. We have no idea how many unreported cases there are.

We will not get off there and are hoping for another stop instead.

Is there anyone here who has cruised with a motorized wheelchair-I have to rent something for my mom and she hated the manual last time because she was dependent on someone all the time. She is not very good at driving a scooter. Are the motorized wheelchairs any easier to manuever?

[Brooklyn]

It looks like Mexico is coming off of lock down. What do you think of are chances of still going to Mexico?

They are lifting the travel advisory?

Even though it is opening things up-I hope we do NOT go there. Certainly they are in a hurry to get the economy rolling again. We have no idea how many unreported cases there are.

We will not get off there and are hoping for another stop instead.

Is there anyone here who has cruised with a motorized wheelchair-I have to rent something for my mom and she hated the manual last time because she was dependent on someone all the time. She is not very good at driving a scooter. Are the motorized wheelchairs any easier to manuever?

DCL better have a back up plan bc I think there is a lot of us who will not be getting off! :lmao: Hopefully they offer some more activities for those who decide to stay on board. At least in the kids clubs and stuff.

[sinnika]

[QUOTE=Morgey24;31670587] I don't think the comment was specifically posted at you triplefigs(about you guys being first timers and being upgraded to connecting 9s).

I am now thinking that I really don't like this whole Cat 12 thing because, by definition, 50% of the folks "lost" in their minds when they got inside rooms. Everyone dreams and dreams big, but it's the random nature that is what bugs me. QUOTE]

Donna ~ I totally agree.

Denise ~ I would never have guessed she was talking about you.

I think Disney makes a game out of cat 12 GTY; sell a room that only sleeps 3 to a family of 4 or 5... cuz they know there will be some winners & some losers. And the losers will try to upgrade at port! Thus spending more money. I wish we could ALL have the rooms that we want (a verandah/balcony upgrade would have been extremely nice ~ Walt, can you help me on this! :laughing:) But in reality we are ALL winners.... :grouphug:

OK, so now that we have all ranted & raved about our room assignments... LET's GET ON WITH OUR CRUISE PLANNING!!!! :cloud9:

Jayde & I found the cutest Joe Boxer bags at Sears; her's is multi-colored & mine is red w/orange accents. :cool1: But we still have a lot more shopping to do! :woohoo:

:flower3:

I don't feel like a loser because I got assigned to a cat 12. I got what I paid for. I feel like a winner because I only paid $2100 to cruise for the 3 of us! I'm also thrilled that we are paying $110 a night at the S&D. (thank you, Stephanie!!!) Will I be upset if someone gets the Epcot view, and I get the parking lot view? Heck no! Most of us are after the deal here. I'm still looking for those $49 flights from Orlando to Baltimore on June 23rd. (I got them for $69). :banana: I would book another cat 12 gty in a heartbeat. That is, as long as DH is not on the cruise. He wants the cat 1!:rotfl2: So we meet in the middle and get the cat 6.

I took DD and DS to get some more things for the cruise this weekend. DD found a cute 1 piece at Old Navy. She'll need that for the water parks if she goes on any of those fast slides! I've been looking with DS for nice trunks. He's lean and the men's section at most stores don't carry his size (XS) and the kids section trunks are not his style. Any suggestions? I've been to Target, American Eagle, Aeropostale, and Abercrombie. DD is going to help DS pack. She's already picked out her wardrobe for the whole week. We also got snorkel masks and tube thinggie for them. I figured we could rent the fins there. They are responsible for packing it in their suitcases. I don't miss those days when I had to do the packing for everyone! :rotfl:

[BethA]

did you try gap kids? the suits usually are the same nice.

[Paula13]

[QUOTE=djd7292;31671389]
I took DD and DS to get some more things for the cruise this weekend. DD found a cute 1 piece at Old Navy. She'll need that for the water parks if she goes on any of those fast slides! I've been looking with DS for nice trunks. He's lean and the men's section at most stores don't carry his size (XS) and the kids section trunks are not his style. Any suggestions? I've been to Target, American Eagle, Aeropostale, and Abercrombie. DD is going to help DS pack. She's already picked out her wardrobe for the whole week. We also got snorkel masks and tube thinggie for them. I figured we could rent the fins there. They are responsible for packing it in their suitcases. I don't miss those days when I had to do the packing for everyone! :rotfl:

I saw XS in girls bathing suits at Hollister this past wkend, not sure about the boys,thou.

BethA.... I used to work at a medical supply company, in my experience, the motorized wheelchairs were harder to operate than the scooters.

[Diane71969]

Yes, now that I am done morning I can add it to the website! LOL :lmao:

I say everyone email to info@westernmagic61309.info what day you want then I will add it there.

I have to do the first day so everyone can get full use of mine. :thumbsup2
Ditto - I need to do mine on the 1st night.

Also I ordered mine and they were special order so I don't know how many I will be able to give out if we add too many more cabins...I can't just order a small qty.

[Diane71969]

I'm happy to just being able to go on this cruise and for all the wonderful friends I have made and get to talk to.

I'm looking very very forward to my dinner companions and getting to know each other more and building lifelong friendships.

I plan on being with my friends more than in my cabin, so it is really only a place to change and sleep. I was only aggravated and disappointed at my TA's mistake and I had to pay for it.

Being a single Mom I don't get to do vacations very often as a matter of fact this is the 1st vacation that Larry & I have even gone on alone and I was hoping for a little :tinker: pixiedust: to make it more special for Larry's bday and graduation and my bday.

Sorry if I brought anyone down yesterday..it is a great day today and we are only 39 days away from sailing away!!!!

[Brooklyn]

I'm happy to just being able to go on this cruise and for all the wonderful friends I have made and get to talk to.

I'm looking very very forward to my dinner companions and getting to know each other more and building lifelong friendships.

I plan on being with my friends more than in my cabin, so it is really only a place to change and sleep. I was only aggravated and disappointed at my TA's mistake and I had to pay for it.

Being a single Mom I don't get to do vacations very often as a matter of fact this is the 1st vacation that Larry & I have even gone on alone and I was hoping for a little :tinker: pixiedust: to make it more special for Larry's bday and graduation and my bday.

Sorry if I brought anyone down yesterday..it is a great day today and we are only 39 days away from sailing away!!!!

Diane,

Your TA did not make a mistake. You are also linked to me who got Deck 1, momtomari who got deck 6 and Deb who was already on deck 7. You just got what you got. I really don't think your TA made a mistake.

:flower3:

[DisneyBaby2004]

Funny thing yesterday. The kids don’t know we are going on the cruise. My daughter and I were talking about her friends going on vacation in June. She said her girlfriend told her that June is the best time to take a vacation and the 13th is a lucky day so we should take a vacation on June 13th. It tickled me so much. So I said okay if you read nightly without me “reminding” you then we will go someplace on June 13th. I told her to pick wherever she wants to go. My son said Disney World. I said somewhere you have never been, so she says the Keys. This is going to be great. I now have my alibi when we wake up and are on the road on June 13th. And we really are going to the Keys. I was laughing so hard inside. They were like “Mom – are you serious, are we really going to go” Little DS still does not believe we are going. I am even more excited. :cheer2:

[nikkistevej]

Funny thing yesterday. The kids don’t know we are going on the cruise. My daughter and I were talking about her friends going on vacation in June. She said her girlfriend told her that June is the best time to take a vacation and the 13th is a lucky day so we should take a vacation on June 13th. It tickled me so much. So I said okay if you read nightly without me “reminding” you then we will go someplace on June 13th. I told her to pick wherever she wants to go. My son said Disney World. I said somewhere you have never been, so she says the Keys. This is going to be great. I now have my alibi when we wake up and are on the road on June 13th. And we really are going to the Keys. I was laughing so hard inside. They were like “Mom – are you serious, are we really going to go” Little DS still does not believe we are going. I am even more excited. :cheer2:

That's awesome!! They are going to be so excited.(and I know you are too):thumbsup2

[Brooklyn]

DH tells me today that the unit he is training with this week has one of the Marines with Swine Flu. So I guess I did not have to go to Mexico to get it, I can just spend some time with my husband! :scared1: :lmao:

[triplefigs]

Hi, y'all! Hope everyone is having a MAGICal day! I'm off to do some FE shopping and then to the grocery store.

[triplefigs]

Funny thing yesterday. The kids don’t know we are going on the cruise. My daughter and I were talking about her friends going on vacation in June. She said her girlfriend told her that June is the best time to take a vacation and the 13th is a lucky day so we should take a vacation on June 13th. It tickled me so much. So I said okay if you read nightly without me “reminding” you then we will go someplace on June 13th. I told her to pick wherever she wants to go. My son said Disney World. I said somewhere you have never been, so she says the Keys. This is going to be great. I now have my alibi when we wake up and are on the road on June 13th. And we really are going to the Keys. I was laughing so hard inside. They were like “Mom – are you serious, are we really going to go” Little DS still does not believe we are going. I am even more excited. :cheer2::cool1::cool1::cool1::dance3::dance3::danc e3:

[triplefigs]

DH tells me today that the unit he is training with this week has one of the Marines with Swine Flu. So I guess I did not have to go to Mexico to get it, I can just spend some time with my husband! :scared1: :lmao:Shhhhh! :ssst: Don't tell Dr. Doom that! ;)

[Brooklyn]

Shhhhh! :ssst: Don't tell Dr. Doom that! ;)

I know that is what I was thinking! At least we would be naturally immune by the cruise though! LOL :lmao:

He however would probably put Maddy in a bubble! LOL

[Paula13]

Ok, after being on hold for 45 mins with TA:scared1: I found out the we have 6:00 dinning time, which is what I wanted to request! :) I also requested the Swan, don't know if we could sleep in a double bed:scared1: That will be an interesting evening if we have to :rotfl:

[triplefigs]

Stephanie, when is Maddie supposed to have her ear looked at???

[Brooklyn]

Ok, after being on hold for 45 mins with TA:scared1: I found out the we have 6:00 dinning time, which is what I wanted to request! :) I also requested the Swan, don't know if we could sleep in a double bed:scared1: That will be an interesting evening if we have to :rotfl:

I thought they switched it to just one time for early and one time for late??? :confused3 Just 6:15 and 8:15 :confused3

[Paula13]

I thought they switched it to just one time for early and one time for late??? :confused3 Just 6:15 and 8:15 :confused3

I don't know? I had originally saw they made it 5:45 & 8:15. But, then I saw some where that the magic went back to staggered. So, I just called to request the 6:00 & was told that is what we had. BUT, I will have to warn you, I don't have much faith in the TA, so I could have been told the wrong thing...crossing my fingers,thou! :)

[Andrea_loves_Disney]

Hello everyone!! :wave2: I am sorry I am not more active on this thread! I just can't keep up!!! I try to skim through every day and see what you peeps are talkin about... :surfweb: my office filters out websites with discussion boards and even though I have a way to get through the filter, I am always afraid I am going to get in trouble!:headache:!! So anyway, that is my reason for not being more active here!!

I read the discussion yesterday (last night?) about the FE gifts.... it is fine with me if you assign me a day in order to space things out. Just let me know!

I know my DD13 (Megan) wants to get to know her fellow teen cruisers better (Kaitlyn, Larry and Megan that I know of!!!) but she has just been so involved in her school and activities lately she just hasn't had time to do much of anything else!! As school winds down and the cruise gets closer, I know she will jump on the board and talk to everyone!!! So don't forget about us!!! :goodvibes

Hey Diane (Larry's mom) I know we are directly 2 decks above you I think (we are in 7501) so it will be easy for us to find you!!! Can't wait to meet you guys!!! It is going to be a blast!!! How is the end of 8th grade going for Larry?? It is stressful right now for Megan! She has been quite out of sorts lately .... we will really need this vacation by the time it gets here!!!! :cool2:

I will try to post more soon!!! I want to get to know everyone!!!

[triplefigs]

Deb, how is Jayde feeling today???

[SUZCRUISE]

Since I think we are the only 1st time cruisers who were upgraded to a porthole, I presume your comment was directed at me. I am not sorry we got a good upgrade. I am saddened that not everyone did, feel horrible that anyone is upset over their assignment, and I know that you have spent a lot of $$ on cruises this year. I am sorry that you feel like you were overlooked. :hug: But that is no reason to single us out and try to make me feel guilty. I persoanlly think DCL is BRILLIANT for upgrading 1st timers. There is a much higher chance that we will book that Category or higher next time.

It's my second cruise and we also got the category 9. Seems a lot of us with 2 cabins were assigned to the 2nd level.

I don't think they have any rhyme or reason to assigning cabins. I'm a programmer, if they'd like I could probably come up with an alogrithm that would fill the ship weighing who paid the most, who signed up first, how many cruises they'd been on, along with the number of cabins, capacity, desirability of location etc.... lol.

But my guess is it's some poor smuck who just has a schematic of the boat and tries to fit people in based on room capacities and to the best of their ability keep people together with their travel companions.

I look at it this way. I paid for a 12. If I got a 12 I got what I paid for...anything better is just cake.

I try everyday I live to be thankful for what I have. It reminds me of a lesson I once learned years ago. I was in the Dairy Queen. My 3 kids were fighting, driving me nuts! I was having a pity party, what did I do to deserve this? Along raising my 3 rotten kids. Then I looked over to the next table and saw this woman. She was spoon feeding her son ice cream. He must have been about 10. He was in a wheel chair, unable to even control his body to feed himself. I felt like I'd been hit over the head with a 2 by 4. Then I thought about how stupid I was and how thankful I should be. That night I went home and thanked God for my maybe my not so rotten kids and my not so bad life. Whenever I want to have me a pity party I think back to that day.

[BethA]

I did not know the TAs had that info-I'll have to call.
Is that the third time? I asked for 5:45--somehow we are always last getting out of dinneer and hoped by going with the middle time we would not be late for anything right after dinner. We started telling them we need to be done to go to this show and it seemed to work somewhat better for us.

I did not hear about the Marines with swine flu-was it on the news?

So stephanie have you decided to stick with the deck 1 room? Is there anything available you would prefer since your other rooms are gone? In WDW we always seem to geet the worst room----farthest walk in the hotel, view of garbage, etc. So it is no fun to be disappointed.

When will we decide about adding more FE--I will have to see if I can get the same thing again-or start with a new idea?

[Morgey24]

I know my DD13 (Megan) wants to get to know her fellow teen cruisers better (Kaitlyn, Larry and Megan that I know of!!!) but she has just been so involved in her school and activities lately she just hasn't had time to do much of anything else!! As school winds down and the cruise gets closer, I know she will jump on the board and talk to everyone!!! So don't forget about us!!! :goodvibes

Hey Diane (Larry's mom) I know we are directly 2 decks above you I think (we are in 7501) so it will be easy for us to find you!!! :cool2:

I will try to post more soon!!! I want to get to know everyone!!!

Hi Andrea,
I have a DD13, Morgan (who WAS going to be named Megan right up until the moment of birth at which point I sprung it on DEX that I preferred Morgan... and at that time he really couldn't object after seeing what I had just gone through :woohoo:)

We are in the Cabin NEXT TO Diane & Larry, 5505, so you can find Morgan & Larry in one easy spot :rolleyes:

Have DD PM me her email and I will have DD reply

Donna

[Paula13]

I did not know the TAs had that info-I'll have to call.
Is that the third time? I asked for 5:45--somehow we are always last getting out of dinneer and hoped by going with the middle time we would not be late for anything right after dinner. We started telling them we need to be done to go to this show and it seemed to work somewhat better for us.


I read that early seating was 5:30,5:45 & 6:00.. our TA called Disney, they told her what we had.

[Paula13]

Hi Andrea,
I have a DD13, Morgan (who WAS going to be named Megan right up until the moment of birth at which point I sprung it on DEX that I preferred Morgan... and at that time he really couldn't object after seeing what I had just gone through :woohoo:)

We are in the Cabin NEXT TO Diane & Larry, 5505, so you can find Morgan & Larry in one easy spot :rolleyes:

Have DD PM me her email and I will have DD reply

Donna

I also have a DD (13) anyone of the kids that want to talk, PM me,too with email. I'm sure she would like to talk to everyone

[BethA]

[QUOTE=sinnika;31672331]

I saw XS in girls bathing suits at Hollister this past wkend, not sure about the boys,thou.

BethA.... I used to work at a medical supply company, in my experience, the motorized wheelchairs were harder to operate than the scooters.
thanks

now I have to decide whether to go with the scooter-and worry about her manuevering it and where to leave it or get a regular wheelchair and have her limited in not going anywhere herself-this is relatively new to us so I am confused--thanks for the info-I had thought the motorized might go right through the cabin doors, but they said nowhen I called today

[pixiedustaholic]

Wooohooo!! They just called DH and told him to come back to work on May 14th instead of June 1st!!! This will definitely help with cruise preparations!!!!!!

[triplefigs]

It's my second cruise and we also got the category 9. Seems a lot of us with 2 cabins were assigned to the 2nd level.

I don't think they have any rhyme or reason to assigning cabins. I'm a programmer, if they'd like I could probably come up with an alogrithm that would fill the ship weighing who paid the most, who signed up first, how many cruises they'd been on, along with the number of cabins, capacity, desirability of location etc.... lol.

But my guess is it's some poor smuck who just has a schematic of the boat and tries to fit people in based on room capacities and to the best of their ability keep people together with their travel companions.

I look at it this way. I paid for a 12. If I got a 12 I got what I paid for...anything better is just cake.

I try everyday I live to be thankful for what I have. It reminds me of a lesson I once learned years ago. I was in the Dairy Queen. My 3 kids were fighting, driving me nuts! I was having a pity party, what did I do to deserve this? Along raising my 3 rotten kids. Then I looked over to the next table and saw this woman. She was spoon feeding her son ice cream. He must have been about 10. He was in a wheel chair, unable to even control his body to feed himself. I felt like I'd been hit over the head with a 2 by 4. Then I thought about how stupid I was and how thankful I should be. That night I went home and thanked God for my maybe my not so rotten kids and my not so bad life. Whenever I want to have me a pity party I think back to that day.That is a really sweet story. thanks for sharing that with me. :hug:

[Paula13]

[QUOTE=Paula13;31672433]
thanks

now I have to decide whether to go with the scooter-and worry about her manuevering it and where to leave it or get a regular wheelchair and have her limited in not going anywhere herself-this is relatively new to us so I am confused--thanks for the info-I had thought the motorized might go right through the cabin doors, but they said nowhen I called today

motorized wheelchairs are a bit bigger than regular ones, maybe that is why they won't fit through the door? Does your Mom need a wheelchair or just can't walk for long periods? There is this walker type thing that is avaliable that has a seat & a basket.. maybe that would be an option?

[Paula13]

Wooohooo!! They just called DH and told him to come back to work on May 14th instead of June 1st!!! This will definitely help with cruise preparations!!!!!!

That is great! :)

[triplefigs]

thanks

now I have to decide whether to go with the scooter-and worry about her manuevering it and where to leave it or get a regular wheelchair and have her limited in not going anywhere herself-this is relatively new to us so I am confused--thanks for the info-I had thought the motorized might go right through the cabin doors, but they said nowhen I called today
We are bringing Rees' wheelchair for him. They can push around together!
Wooohooo!! They just called DH and told him to come back to work on May 14th instead of June 1st!!! This will definitely help with cruise preparations!!!!!!AWESOME NEWS! :thumbsup2

[SUZCRUISE]

Hi Andrea,
I have a DD13, Morgan (who WAS going to be named Megan right up until the moment of birth at which point I sprung it on DEX that I preferred Morgan... and at that time he really couldn't object after seeing what I had just gone through :woohoo:)

We are in the Cabin NEXT TO Diane & Larry, 5505, so you can find Morgan & Larry in one easy spot :rolleyes:

Have DD PM me her email and I will have DD reply

Donna

I agree with the pain part. I said I get the 1st names, I had the pain, you can pick the middle names..:rotfl:

[SUZCRUISE]

I did not know the TAs had that info-I'll have to call.
Is that the third time? I asked for 5:45--somehow we are always last getting out of dinneer and hoped by going with the middle time we would not be late for anything right after dinner. We started telling them we need to be done to go to this show and it seemed to work somewhat better for us.

I did not hear about the Marines with swine flu-was it on the news?

So stephanie have you decided to stick with the deck 1 room? Is there anything available you would prefer since your other rooms are gone? In WDW we always seem to geet the worst room----farthest walk in the hotel, view of garbage, etc. So it is no fun to be disappointed.

When will we decide about adding more FE--I will have to see if I can get the same thing again-or start with a new idea?


I wouldn't have minded the view of the garbage that would have been luxury. In my room at the pop, a cockroach ran down the wall and into the air conditioner vent. I kept telling myself, it's Florida, it's Florida, to them it's like an ant in the house.
:rotfl:

[Brooklyn]

I did not know the TAs had that info-I'll have to call.
Is that the third time? I asked for 5:45--somehow we are always last getting out of dinneer and hoped by going with the middle time we would not be late for anything right after dinner. We started telling them we need to be done to go to this show and it seemed to work somewhat better for us.

I did not hear about the Marines with swine flu-was it on the news?

So stephanie have you decided to stick with the deck 1 room? Is there anything available you would prefer since your other rooms are gone? In WDW we always seem to geet the worst room----farthest walk in the hotel, view of garbage, etc. So it is no fun to be disappointed.

When will we decide about adding more FE--I will have to see if I can get the same thing again-or start with a new idea?

Yes there were a couple Marines here in CA.

For now I am just sticking with the Deck 1. At this point I do not have any other options other then paying more then I originally was paying. I can't get any CAT 11's next to each or even near each other. Some CAT 10's opened on Deck 2 late last night. DCL is REFUSING to switch us to them. They were not even near each other but are still refusing.

A little background on my mom. She was burnt in a fire and is scared from her neck down. She has mobitlity issues. Her favorite place is the drink station on Deck 9 and just hanging out in the room. She loves dinner and she loves the shows. Aft elevators are VERY important to her. She can't walk that much on Deck 9 bc it is too slippery. That is my biggest complaint about deck 1...just that it does not connect to the aft elevators. She has to cross where there is carpet so it is just going to be very inconvient to her. DCL could care less.

I talked to a supervisor for 30 minutes today. I told her that rules are rules and I understand they "cant" move us. I told her that I was calling to express my frustrations with the CAT 12 process....not the assigning of the rooms, just the face that you can't do ANYTHING about what they give you. When booking online they do not tell you that you are booking a GTY and that you get what you get and there is NOTHING you can do about it. If I did not know any better, I could have logged on, saw a great rate on a CAT 12 which is on Deck 2 and booked it. I would have gotten the note that said GTY and we will assign you a cabin later. Then when I get the cabin what if there is a problem for some reason...SORRY NOTHING YOU CAN DO ABOUT IT. I know how the system works but what about people who don't. I told them that when hotels have really good deals they tell you... you have to pre pay, no cancelations, etc..... With the CAT unless you know the game DCL is playing then you can potentially be VERY unhappy. If you do not have the DIS Boards then how are you supposed to know????????? Just because you get a discount you turn into a 2nd class citizen. I am VERY happy with my 10. I actually prefer the set up of a 10 to ANY other CAT 4-12. I HATE walking into the bed and would much rather have the sitting area first. Would I love a window sure, but I also really LOVE the setup of the 10. We get double steamer trunks which only come in CAT 10's and 4's. They don't even come in the SPH 10's bc they were tech CAT 8's when the ship was built. We get the split bath which I am happy to have. The one thing I don't like about CAT11's is the orientation of the bed. You rock head to toe instead of side to side. It took some getting used to on the TA. The beds in the 10 are oriented so you rock side to side.

Ok, off my soap box and to answer your question we are staying on deck 1 and I am going to LOVE EVERY MINUTE OF IT! :lmao:

I read that early seating was 5:30,5:45 & 6:00.. our TA called Disney, they told her what we had.

That is what DCL said when I called but those who just cruised said it was only 2 times now. :confused3

Wooohooo!! They just called DH and told him to come back to work on May 14th instead of June 1st!!! This will definitely help with cruise preparations!!!!!!

Great! :thumbsup2

[Diane71969]

DH tells me today that the unit he is training with this week has one of the Marines with Swine Flu. So I guess I did not have to go to Mexico to get it, I can just spend some time with my husband! :scared1: :lmao:
That's not good. We actually heard on the news here that there was 9 Marines in CA with it, Larry said "I hope that is not Craig."

[Paula13]

That is what DCL said when I called but those who just cruised said it was only 2 times now.

Hmm.. that is crazy! Guess I'll be surprised! I can't remember from past cruises, is the dinning time on our documents when they come?

[nikkistevej]

Wooohooo!! They just called DH and told him to come back to work on May 14th instead of June 1st!!! This will definitely help with cruise preparations!!!!!!

That's great!!

[ruley3]

It's my second cruise and we also got the category 9. Seems a lot of us with 2 cabins were assigned to the 2nd level.

I don't think they have any rhyme or reason to assigning cabins. I'm a programmer, if they'd like I could probably come up with an alogrithm that would fill the ship weighing who paid the most, who signed up first, how many cruises they'd been on, along with the number of cabins, capacity, desirability of location etc.... lol.

But my guess is it's some poor smuck who just has a schematic of the boat and tries to fit people in based on room capacities and to the best of their ability keep people together with their travel companions.

I look at it this way. I paid for a 12. If I got a 12 I got what I paid for...anything better is just cake.

I try everyday I live to be thankful for what I have. It reminds me of a lesson I once learned years ago. I was in the Dairy Queen. My 3 kids were fighting, driving me nuts! I was having a pity party, what did I do to deserve this? Along raising my 3 rotten kids. Then I looked over to the next table and saw this woman. She was spoon feeding her son ice cream. He must have been about 10. He was in a wheel chair, unable to even control his body to feed himself. I felt like I'd been hit over the head with a 2 by 4. Then I thought about how stupid I was and how thankful I should be. That night I went home and thanked God for my maybe my not so rotten kids and my not so bad life. Whenever I want to have me a pity party I think back to that day.


Wanted to also chime in about being thankful.... As a case manager/psychologist I have a very diverse caseload of children with special needs to include everything under the sun.. I work with families dealing with genetic disorders, cancer, delays from accidents, abuse and neglect, and many other things that would take pages to list.

Everyday I am excited that my three children and My husband and I are able to even go on vacation :woohoo: and come back to a home and food and the ability to make it in today's society. For anyone worried about making it special for your children honestly as a child psychologist I can say that how you respond to situations will greatly affect their experiences and if you think something is fabulous then they will feel your joy:yay:

[ruley3]

Hello everyone!! :wave2: I am sorry I am not more active on this thread! I just can't keep up!!! I try to skim through every day and see what you peeps are talkin about... :surfweb: my office filters out websites with discussion boards and even though I have a way to get through the filter, I am always afraid I am going to get in trouble!:headache:!! So anyway, that is my reason for not being more active here!!

I read the discussion yesterday (last night?) about the FE gifts.... it is fine with me if you assign me a day in order to space things out. Just let me know!

I know my DD13 (Megan) wants to get to know her fellow teen cruisers better (Kaitlyn, Larry and Megan that I know of!!!) but she has just been so involved in her school and activities lately she just hasn't had time to do much of anything else!! As school winds down and the cruise gets closer, I know she will jump on the board and talk to everyone!!! So don't forget about us!!! :goodvibes

Hey Diane (Larry's mom) I know we are directly 2 decks above you I think (we are in 7501) so it will be easy for us to find you!!! Can't wait to meet you guys!!! It is going to be a blast!!! How is the end of 8th grade going for Larry?? It is stressful right now for Megan! She has been quite out of sorts lately .... we will really need this vacation by the time it gets here!!!! :cool2:

I will try to post more soon!!! I want to get to know everyone!!!


YES please do not forget I also have Layne who is 14 and in the 8th grade.... He just doesn't know about the cruise yet. For those who have kiddos his age thought maybe you could share some info about him... He loves his computer of course but also plays the Saxophone and plays Soccer. His honor English class has him on Pins and needles right now and he gets easily discouraged with this particular teacher! I really hope all the teens can click with him and I hope I have not prevented him from forming bonds but the surprise is soooo much fun!
:rolleyes1

[Brooklyn]

It's my second cruise and we also got the category 9. Seems a lot of us with 2 cabins were assigned to the 2nd level.

I don't think they have any rhyme or reason to assigning cabins. I'm a programmer, if they'd like I could probably come up with an alogrithm that would fill the ship weighing who paid the most, who signed up first, how many cruises they'd been on, along with the number of cabins, capacity, desirability of location etc.... lol.

But my guess is it's some poor smuck who just has a schematic of the boat and tries to fit people in based on room capacities and to the best of their ability keep people together with their travel companions.

I look at it this way. I paid for a 12. If I got a 12 I got what I paid for...anything better is just cake.

I try everyday I live to be thankful for what I have. It reminds me of a lesson I once learned years ago. I was in the Dairy Queen. My 3 kids were fighting, driving me nuts! I was having a pity party, what did I do to deserve this? Along raising my 3 rotten kids. Then I looked over to the next table and saw this woman. She was spoon feeding her son ice cream. He must have been about 10. He was in a wheel chair, unable to even control his body to feed himself. I felt like I'd been hit over the head with a 2 by 4. Then I thought about how stupid I was and how thankful I should be. That night I went home and thanked God for my maybe my not so rotten kids and my not so bad life. Whenever I want to have me a pity party I think back to that day.

Wanted to also chime in about being thankful.... As a case manager/psychologist I have a very diverse caseload of children with special needs to include everything under the sun.. I work with families dealing with genetic disorders, cancer, delays from accidents, abuse and neglect, and many other things that would take pages to list.

Everyday I am excited that my three children and My husband and I are able to even go on vacation :woohoo: and come back to a home and food and the ability to make it in today's society. For anyone worried about making it special for your children honestly as a child psychologist I can say that how you respond to situations will greatly affect their experiences and if you think something is fabulous then they will feel your joy:yay:

I don't think it is a matter of being grateful and now apparently my adult panties are getting in a bunch!

I have a DD with special needs, I have another daughter who was a victim of a crime, I have a husband who survived 29 months in Iraq (unlike his two best friends who did not make it home :sad1:), I have a mother you survived years of physical and metal abuse and living with the scars to prove it.

Again I think it is easy to say I would have been happy with "whatever" when you got WAY better then "whatever".

My DD's don't read the DIS boards. Did I tell them how disappointed I was NO, I told a group of adults. This is a surprise birthday cruise for them. I am NOT going to say surprise we are going on a cruise but mom is so disappointed we did not get better rooms! Come on, give me some more credit then that.

[ruley3]

I don't think it is a matter of being grateful and now apparently my adult panties are getting in a bunch!

I have a DD with special needs, I have another daughter who was a victim of a crime, I have a husband who survived 29 months in Iraq (unlike his two best friends who did not make it home :sad1:), I have a mother you survived years of physical and metal abuse and living with the scars to prove it.

Again I think it is easy to say I would have been happy with "whatever" when you got WAY better then "whatever".

My DD's don't read the DIS boards. Did I tell them how disappointed I was NO, I told a group of adults. This is a surprise birthday cruise for them. I am NOT going to say surprise we are going on a cruise but mom is so disappointed we did not get better rooms! Come on, give me some more credit then that.

WOW Stephanie yikes! If this is towards me let me chime in that my comment was stated to the previous one about having healthy children and by healthy I mean functional considering My son has been battling immunity problems since birth and has had surgeries and coded FTT more than once.... Who hasn't had a hard life ... My sister died when I was six and she was four... My favorite Aunt died of Cancer at age 41 and My Mother and My Grandfather just passed away within a six month span!!! My Mother died at age 54 from an massive heart attack:sad1:
I have taken my children on Disney Cruises and NEVER have I had an upgrade to an outside stateroom until this time and I was not even referring to Cabin issues but only about the current state of our society and the stress that comes with it. My husband was stationed in Korea and missed our sons birth years ago and missed many special moments but I don't know why any of this is relevant to expressing my gratefulness for being able to soon be on vacation.:confused3
How you felt my comment was directed to you I am not sure:eek:

[Brooklyn]

as a child psychologist I can say that how you respond to situations will greatly affect their experiences and if you think something is fabulous then they will feel your joy:yay:


My DD's don't read the DIS boards. Did I tell them how disappointed I was NO, I told a group of adults. This is a surprise birthday cruise for them. I am NOT going to say surprise we are going on a cruise but mom is so disappointed we did not get better rooms! Come on, give me some more credit then that.


:confused3
How you felt my comment was directed to you I am not sure:eek:

This is how I felt it was directed towards me. I felt that you were saying me being diappointed will effect my children. I bare a whole load every day having nothing to do with this cruise to keep from my children.

If I took it the wrong way I am sorry. I just can't handle when someone tells me how to feel. If I want to be disappointed then let me be diappointed.

I just feel like you putting a title to yourself is somehow making those of us who are disappointed like we are wronging our children.

[ruley3]

:thumbsup2 100? Did I get it?

[Brooklyn]

WOW Stephanie yikes! If this is towards me let me chime in that my comment was stated to the previous one about having healthy children and by healthy I mean functional considering My son has been battling immunity problems since birth and has had surgeries and coded FTT more than once.... Who hasn't had a hard life ... My sister died when I was six and she was four... My favorite Aunt died of Cancer at age 41 and My Mother and My Grandfather just passed away within a six month span!!! My Mother died at age 54 from an massive heart attack:sad1:
I have taken my children on Disney Cruises and NEVER have I had an upgrade to an outside stateroom until this time and I was not even referring to Cabin issues but only about the current state of our society and the stress that comes with it. My husband was stationed in Korea and missed our sons birth years ago and missed many special moments but I don't know why any of this is relevant to expressing my gratefulness for being able to soon be on vacation.:confused3
How you felt my comment was directed to you I am not sure:eek:


Just so you know I was not refering anything to the health of your children. I just feel like others are passing judgement on me bc I am disappointed. Of course there is so much in life to be thankful for but can't I also be disappointed about something else? That is all I was trying to say. I have a ton in life to be thankful for but yes I am disappointed about this. Does that not make me thankful for anything else.

I am probably being too sensative but I just wanted you to know that I do understand that there are many things in life to be thankful for.

:hug:

[ruley3]

This is how I felt it was directed towards me. I felt that you were saying me being diappointed will effect my children. I bare a whole load every day having nothing to do with this cruise to keep from my children.

If I took it the wrong way I am sorry. I just can't handle when someone tells me how to feel. If I want to be disappointed then let me be diappointed.

I just feel like you putting a title to yourself is somehow making those of us who are disappointed like we are wronging our children.

Man you beat me to the 100:rotfl:

Stephanie I think you were thinking about the cabin stuff and I was talking more about stuff in general and especially about being thankful... Since losing my mom I have really taken notice of so many things and I would give anything in the world to just be able to pick up the phone and hear her voice one last time... This will be my first Mother's Day without her. I know lots of people in our group have dealt with many different issues so that is why I didn't understand why you listed things your family had experienced as a shout out. You definately are entitled to your opinion and my comments were just that ... my comments.
My Children are so good at picking up my vibes even if I don't even realize it and my oldest puts me back in check for example when my anxiety creeps into the dominant state:thumbsup2
I get disappointed as well over things all the time don't get me wrong...but I am letting you know that my attitude of being happy has nothing to do with my cabin assignment and that is just how I feel and I did not understand how it was made to seem that I am only able to be happy because I got an upgrade...
So I don't know what else to say....:flower3:

[BethA]

My mom's doctors can't seem to decide the cause of the severe pain in her legs since Christmas. As soon as she puts any pressure on them she is in awful pain and for my mom to say that means it is bad.

I'm not sure if she is strong enough to push herself around. Steph-maybe she can hang out with your mom near the drink station. The decks can be very slippery-yes- as my Wi Fit just told me-I am unbalanced.

I think we will just go with the chair because it collapses and she does not have to worry it is in the way in the hall when she has to get around the cleaning carts. She won't like to bother the room steward about where to park it and plug it in at night. I tried to convince my mom to get a handicapped room, so the scooter would go right in, but my dad ( even though we are pretty far aft) does not want to be at the very back of the ship. To me it is all the same. We have sailed in an aft cabin on RC and they hated it

[ruley3]

Just so you know I was not refering anything to the health of your children. I just feel like others are passing judgement on me bc I am disappointed. Of course there is so much in life to be thankful for but can't I also be disappointed about something else? That is all I was trying to say. I have a ton in life to be thankful for but yes I am disappointed about this. Does that not make me thankful for anything else.

I am probably being too sensative but I just wanted you to know that I do understand that there are many things in life to be thankful for.

:hug:

We will probably be the two that get along the best on the boat....:grouphug:
We just need to get a Bigger bubble for Lance and Maddie and it will all be good!!!

[ruley3]

My mom's doctors can't seem to decide the cause of the severe pain in her legs since Christmas. As soon as she puts any pressure on them she is in awful pain and for my mom to say that means it is bad.

I'm not sure if she is strong enough to push herself around. Steph-maybe she can hang out with your mom near the drink station. The decks can be very slippery-yes- as my Wi Fit just told me-I am unbalanced.

I think we will just go with the chair because it collapses and she does not have to worry it is in the way in the hall when she has to get around the cleaning carts. She won't like to bother the room steward about where to park it and plug it in at night. I tried to convince my mom to get a handicapped room, so the scooter would go right in, but my dad ( even though we are pretty far aft) does not want to be at the very back of the ship. To me it is all the same. We have sailed in an aft cabin on RC and they hated it

The wheel chair that collapses fits in the bathtub for storage:thumbsup2

[Paula13]

My mom's doctors can't seem to decide the cause of the severe pain in her legs since Christmas. As soon as she puts any pressure on them she is in awful pain and for my mom to say that means it is bad.

I'm not sure if she is strong enough to push herself around. Steph-maybe she can hang out with your mom near the drink station. The decks can be very slippery-yes- as my Wi Fit just told me-I am unbalanced.

I think we will just go with the chair because it collapses and she does not have to worry it is in the way in the hall when she has to get around the cleaning carts. She won't like to bother the room steward about where to park it and plug it in at night. I tried to convince my mom to get a handicapped room, so the scooter would go right in, but my dad ( even though we are pretty far aft) does not want to be at the very back of the ship. To me it is all the same. We have sailed in an aft cabin on RC and they hated it


Oh goodness! Hope you can figure something out! The companion chairs are lighter & easier to push, incase you never heard of those.

[Morgey24]

YES please do not forget I also have Layne who is 14 and in the 8th grade.... He just doesn't know about the cruise yet. For those who have kiddos his age thought maybe you could share some info about him... He loves his computer of course but also plays the Saxophone and plays Soccer. His honor English class has him on Pins and needles right now and he gets easily discouraged with this particular teacher! I really hope all the teens can click with him and I hope I have not prevented him from forming bonds but the surprise is soooo much fun!
:rolleyes1


I am sure that Layne & Larry will bond!!! No worries!!!

[ruley3]

My mom's doctors can't seem to decide the cause of the severe pain in her legs since Christmas. As soon as she puts any pressure on them she is in awful pain and for my mom to say that means it is bad.

I'm not sure if she is strong enough to push herself around. Steph-maybe she can hang out with your mom near the drink station. The decks can be very slippery-yes- as my Wi Fit just told me-I am unbalanced.

I think we will just go with the chair because it collapses and she does not have to worry it is in the way in the hall when she has to get around the cleaning carts. She won't like to bother the room steward about where to park it and plug it in at night. I tried to convince my mom to get a handicapped room, so the scooter would go right in, but my dad ( even though we are pretty far aft) does not want to be at the very back of the ship. To me it is all the same. We have sailed in an aft cabin on RC and they hated it

What meds did they give your mom for her leg pain? Did she see a neurologist?

[triplefigs]

It seems to me that EVERYONE here has been thru a LOT, so this cruise will be a welcome break for us all. Cabin assignments, stress of day to day life, lay offs, swine flu, finances.... it's a lot for any of us to handle. So, I am sending EVERYONE a big hug and hoping that the days from now on are smooth sailing... especially smooth during our cruise! You are all a fabulous group of women, and I am very excited to meet you in 38 days.

[Brooklyn]

We will probably be the two that get along the best on the boat....:grouphug:
We just need to get a Bigger bubble for Lance and Maddie and it will all be good!!!

:thumbsup2



I'm not sure if she is strong enough to push herself around. Steph-maybe she can hang out with your mom near the drink station. The decks can be very slippery-yes- as my Wi Fit just told me-I am unbalanced.


Sounds great to me! :thumbsup2

Man you beat me to the 100:rotfl:

Stephanie I think you were thinking about the cabin stuff and I was talking more about stuff in general and especially about being thankful... Since losing my mom I have really taken notice of so many things and I would give anything in the world to just be able to pick up the phone and hear her voice one last time... This will be my first Mother's Day without her. I know lots of people in our group have dealt with many different issues so that is why I didn't understand why you listed things your family had experienced as a shout out. You definately are entitled to your opinion and my comments were just that ... my comments.
My Children are so good at picking up my vibes even if I don't even realize it and my oldest puts me back in check for example when my anxiety creeps into the dominant state:thumbsup2
I get disappointed as well over things all the time don't get me wrong...but I am letting you know that my attitude of being happy has nothing to do with my cabin assignment and that is just how I feel and I did not understand how it was made to seem that I am only able to be happy because I got an upgrade...
So I don't know what else to say....:flower3:

Sorry I took it the wrong way!!! :flower3:

[DisneyBaby2004]

:dance3:It seems to me that EVERYONE here has been thru a LOT, so this cruise will be a welcome break for us all. Cabin assignments, stress of day to day life, lay offs, swine flu, finances.... it's a lot for any of us to handle. So, I am sending EVERYONE a big hug and hoping that the days from now on are smooth sailing... especially smooth during our cruise! You are all a fabulous group of women, and I am very excited to meet you in 38 days.

38 days!!! :woohoo: :dance3::woohoo:

[DisneyBaby2004]

Okay so what's the verdict on the FE gifts? I have not seen any new people post in the last few days. Although we may have scared them away with our cabin posts :upsidedow

[Paula13]

It seems to me that EVERYONE here has been thru a LOT, so this cruise will be a welcome break for us all. Cabin assignments, stress of day to day life, lay offs, swine flu, finances.... it's a lot for any of us to handle. So, I am sending EVERYONE a big hug and hoping that the days from now on are smooth sailing... especially smooth during our cruise! You are all a fabulous group of women, and I am very excited to meet you in 38 days.

I'm totally with you on this! :thumbsup2 A cruise with no worries of every day life is what I'm looking forward to! :)

[triplefigs]

Okay so what's the verdict on the FE gifts? I have not seen any new people post in the last few days. Although we may have scared them away with our cabin posts :upsidedow
Yes, what are we doing with FE? Grocery store took 2 hours, so I'm now shopping during DDs art class is a bit.

[triplefigs]

We're headed out for Mexican tonight to celebrate! 9 years ago today I had emergency surgery to save my pregnancy (was on hospital bedrest for 14 weeks). So it is Cinco de Mayo, but for us it has a more personal meaning!

http://i83.photobucket.com/albums/j288/miller2348/myspace/images/Holiday_Glitter/Cinco_De_Mayo_Glitter/images/cinco-de-mayo-glitter-111.gif

[Paula13]

We're headed out for Mexican tonight to celebrate! 9 years ago today I had emergency surgery to save my pregnancy (was on hospital bedrest for 14 weeks). So it is Cinco de Mayo, but for us it has a more personal meaning!

http://i83.photobucket.com/albums/j288/miller2348/myspace/images/Holiday_Glitter/Cinco_De_Mayo_Glitter/images/cinco-de-mayo-glitter-111.gif

Wow, that is something to celebrate! Have fun! :)

[ruley3]

We're headed out for Mexican tonight to celebrate! 9 years ago today I had emergency surgery to save my pregnancy (was on hospital bedrest for 14 weeks). So it is Cinco de Mayo, but for us it has a more personal meaning!

http://i83.photobucket.com/albums/j288/miller2348/myspace/images/Holiday_Glitter/Cinco_De_Mayo_Glitter/images/cinco-de-mayo-glitter-111.gif

AWESOME!!!!!:dance3:

[Brooklyn]

We're headed out for Mexican tonight to celebrate! 9 years ago today I had emergency surgery to save my pregnancy (was on hospital bedrest for 14 weeks). So it is Cinco de Mayo, but for us it has a more personal meaning!

http://i83.photobucket.com/albums/j288/miller2348/myspace/images/Holiday_Glitter/Cinco_De_Mayo_Glitter/images/cinco-de-mayo-glitter-111.gif

Def something to celebrate!!!

[nikkistevej]

We're headed out for Mexican tonight to celebrate! 9 years ago today I had emergency surgery to save my pregnancy (was on hospital bedrest for 14 weeks). So it is Cinco de Mayo, but for us it has a more personal meaning!

http://i83.photobucket.com/albums/j288/miller2348/myspace/images/Holiday_Glitter/Cinco_De_Mayo_Glitter/images/cinco-de-mayo-glitter-111.gif

Have fun, have a margarita(sp?):dance3::dance3::dance3: for me!!!

[BethA]

What meds did they give your mom for her leg pain? Did she see a neurologist?

There was alot of trouble with what she can take-she is on high BP med and insulin dependent-her kidney function is very poor, so a lot of the medications were contraindicated for her. Not sure what she is on now-they are always trying something new. The pain med offers a slight reduction in the pain but not much and not for long- she has seen quite a few specialists not sure about a neurologist-I have actually lost track, and my brother is a physician, so I imagine they are trying everything, but if you have a suggestion let me know.

We will go with the collapsable chair.

[Brooklyn]

Ok so who is it that wants to join in on the FE exchange?

Donna and Morgan
Disney Fans Friends
Anyone else???
DisneyPoly....did you rebook???

I think we need to get a count of who wants to join and then everyone can decide if they have enough to add others.

My vote...add in the new people! :thumbsup2

As for assigning days...it seems as if there are so many who just want to do it "whenever" maybe we should just keep it at that. We had assigned once and not assigned another time. It always works out in the end.

I know Diane and I said that we are going it the 1st night. I also have a 2nd gift from my mom and girls that I will be giving another night and then the kids gifts another night. I think it will be more then spread out.

[aznaphrodite]

Hi, DISers! I just got off the Magic on Saturday. I bought a copy of the Port & Shopping Club book onboard and was wondering if anyone wanted my copy. It is full of coupons and freebies for all the ports you are stopping at. (I used the coupons on the Eastern cruise so all the Western stops are untouched.) For example, Cozumel has coupons for a free magnet, free shot glass, and antique map. Key West has free tanzanite earrings, free gemstone, and free magnet.

The book expires at the end of this year and I'm not going to cruise again so I'd like to pass it along to someone who will! PM me if you're interested.

The book has been claimed!

[BethA]

I'm totally with you on this! :thumbsup2 A cruise with no worries of every day life is what I'm looking forward to! :)

that's the thing I love about vacations and why I splurge-for that time I can try to let go of everyday stresses and problems-until we dock of course

[Paula13]

Hi, DISers! I just got off the Magic on Saturday. I bought a copy of the Port & Shopping Club book onboard and was wondering if anyone wanted my copy. It is full of coupons and freebies for all the ports you are stopping at. (I used the coupons on the Eastern cruise so all the Western stops are untouched.) For example, Cozumel has coupons for a free magnet, free shot glass, and antique map. Key West has free tanzanite earrings, free gemstone, and free magnet.

The book expires at the end of this year and I'm not going to cruise again so I'd like to pass it along to someone who will! PM me if you're interested.

How nice of you! :) Can you tell us what the dinning rotations were, seems we are getting conflicting answers.

[Paula13]

that's the thing I love about vacations and why I splurge-for that time I can try to let go of everyday stresses and problems-until we dock of course

I know what you mean! My DD has already said to me, 'Mom what are you going to do when we get off the boat? You are going to be so depressed.' Bad part of it is, she is right! :( All this planning for months & 'talking' to all of you will be gone! Oh my, can't let my mind go there, we haven't even boarded yet!:rotfl:

[Diane71969]

I know what you mean! My DD has already said to me, 'Mom what are you going to do when we get off the boat? You are going to be so depressed.' Bad part of it is, she is right! :( All this planning for months & 'talking' to all of you will be gone! Oh my, can't let my mind go there, we haven't even boarded yet!:rotfl:
We all can continue to talk - we can have a Post 6.13 Cruise Thread :o)

[DisneyBaby2004]

Denise - enjoy your night!!

[Diane71969]

We're headed out for Mexican tonight to celebrate! 9 years ago today I had emergency surgery to save my pregnancy (was on hospital bedrest for 14 weeks). So it is Cinco de Mayo, but for us it has a more personal meaning!

http://i83.photobucket.com/albums/j288/miller2348/myspace/images/Holiday_Glitter/Cinco_De_Mayo_Glitter/images/cinco-de-mayo-glitter-111.gif
Enjoy! Have one for me!!!! I won't be able to have one tonight as Larry has baseball practice tonight from 7:00 - 9:00 and when I get off at 5:00 I have to go grocery shopping and we have to eat dinner somewhere on the way to or from. I won't sit until 10:00 tonight!

[nikkistevej]

I know what you mean! My DD has already said to me, 'Mom what are you going to do when we get off the boat? You are going to be so depressed.' Bad part of it is, she is right! :( All this planning for months & 'talking' to all of you will be gone! Oh my, can't let my mind go there, we haven't even boarded yet!:rotfl:

I know last time we got off the boat- I shed a few tears. We had such a good time!! This time at least we go to WDW afterwards- I'm not as depressed to leave there- I love it too- but we go to WDW more often then DCL.

[aznaphrodite]

How nice of you! :) Can you tell us what the dinning rotations were, seems we are getting conflicting answers.

It's the same as other Eastern Caribbean cruises:

Sunday - Formal night
Tuesday - Pirate night
Thursday - Semi-formal night

[BethA]

several years ago we had a great group like this and it was so odd after to not be on the boards-that coupled with post cruise depression was tough

we will not cruise DCL again probably until the new ships, so I will have nothing to look forward to

[SUZCRUISE]

FYI, my travel agent just emailed me.
"Greetings,

Do you have friends or family that would want to join you on your June 13 Disney Cruise Line® Vacation? We have very limited access to a few more Category 12 Inside staterooms on this sailing. These rooms are limited to a maximum of three passengers per room and will not last long."

So they are still selling category 12.

[nikkistevej]

several years ago we had a great group like this and it was so odd after to not be on the boards-that coupled with post cruise depression was tough

we will not cruise DCL again probably until the new ships, so I will have nothing to look forward to

I think we won't cruise DCL again to until after the new ships are done. However we are doing an Alaskan cruise in 2011- with alot of people from my family. But without the mouse onboard- it won't be the same.:sad1::sad1:

[nikkistevej]

FYI, my travel agent just emailed me.
"Greetings,

Do you have friends or family that would want to join you on your June 13 Disney Cruise Line® Vacation? We have very limited access to a few more Category 12 Inside staterooms on this sailing. These rooms are limited to a maximum of three passengers per room and will not last long."

So they are still selling category 12.

Wow- they are still selling them!!

[Disney Fans]

Hi, DISers! I just got off the Magic on Saturday. I bought a copy of the Port & Shopping Club book onboard and was wondering if anyone wanted my copy. It is full of coupons and freebies for all the ports you are stopping at. (I used the coupons on the Eastern cruise so all the Western stops are untouched.) For example, Cozumel has coupons for a free magnet, free shot glass, and antique map. Key West has free tanzanite earrings, free gemstone, and free magnet.

The book expires at the end of this year and I'm not going to cruise again so I'd like to pass it along to someone who will! PM me if you're interested.

The book has been claimed!

Hello!! I live in Allen!!!

[ruley3]

I know what you mean! My DD has already said to me, 'Mom what are you going to do when we get off the boat? You are going to be so depressed.' Bad part of it is, she is right! :( All this planning for months & 'talking' to all of you will be gone! Oh my, can't let my mind go there, we haven't even boarded yet!:rotfl:


I have your remedy>>>>>.
ReBook while onboard:3dglasses

[Disney Fans]

Ok, I am only here for a min. My youngest Daniel (6) fainted again today at school! We have been at the doctors and hospital today and he is now finally feeling better and playing, so happy for that!
At least this time he didn't have a seizure or stop breathing! He has a little boo boo on his forehead and nose from the fall but doesn't look to bad.:)
I have been by him ALL day,:) I sure hope they find out what is going on with him. Please keep him in your prayers!!

[ruley3]

Ok, I am only here for a min. My youngest Daniel (6) fainted again today at school! We have been at the doctors and hospital today and he is now finally feeling better and playing, so happy for that!
At least this time he didn't have a seizure or stop breathing! He has a little boo boo on his forehead and nose from the fall but doesn't look to bad.:)
I have been by him ALL day,:) I sure hope they find out what is going on with him. Please keep him in your prayers!!

:sad2: I am so sorry for all of your worry..... I am sure you are so tired of hearing no answers... So they already checked all the basics such as his iron and insulin and thyroid and etc?... Did they say what they wanted to test next?

[djd7292]

Hello everyone!! :wave2: I am sorry I am not more active on this thread! I just can't keep up!!! I try to skim through every day and see what you peeps are talkin about... :surfweb: my office filters out websites with discussion boards and even though I have a way to get through the filter, I am always afraid I am going to get in trouble!:headache:!! So anyway, that is my reason for not being more active here!!

Hey Diane (Larry's mom) I know we are directly 2 decks above you I think (we are in 7501) so it will be easy for us to find you!!! Can't wait to meet you guys!!! It is going to be a blast!!! How is the end of 8th grade going for Larry?? It is stressful right now for Megan! She has been quite out of sorts lately .... we will really need this vacation by the time it gets here!!!! :cool2:

I will try to post more soon!!! I want to get to know everyone!!!

Hey neighbor!!! We are in 7505!!! :cool1: My DD is 16 & has been talking to Larry (not sure if you think she is too old) Will she be in the Stack? I am hoping the kids can hang out together.

[Brooklyn]

Wow- they are still selling them!!

Yes, and they will probably get a better room then me!!!!! :lmao::lmao::lmao::lmao::rotfl::rotfl::rotfl::rotf l::rotfl:

Ok, I am only here for a min. My youngest Daniel (6) fainted again today at school! We have been at the doctors and hospital today and he is now finally feeling better and playing, so happy for that!
At least this time he didn't have a seizure or stop breathing! He has a little boo boo on his forehead and nose from the fall but doesn't look to bad.:)
I have been by him ALL day,:) I sure hope they find out what is going on with him. Please keep him in your prayers!!

Oh no, I hope they can figure out what is wrong. You guys are in our prayers!

[djd7292]

I am soo gonna need a Bud Lite Lime after reading all that has happened since this morning!!

Are we all in a better place now?!?! :goodvibes

Today I got into an argument w/my mom cuz I told her I was planning another vacation already. My family goes no where!! No vacations, trips, nothing! Is my fault that I choose to go on vacation & they don't. It is not like I am asking them for money! One of my S-I-L wants to plan a family trip. My dad will pay for it but not go, my mom can't do anything in heat, kids ages range from 3-16 & my brothers have different ideas of the word vacation. ARGH!! So, I go myself! I know my vacation times are limited w/Jayde since she is getting older.

Denise ~ Jayde still has abdominal pain; not sure what the Dr will be able to do except more testing. Thanks for asking!

Kelly ~ Hope Daniel is ok! BTW how is Christian?

Stephanie ~ How is Madison doing?

I hope everyone's child(ren) are safe & healthy for our cruise!

I might be the only one off the ship if we hit Cozumel... I need to get my dessert Tequila, honey, & vanilla! I promise not to be long... Otherwise, I will have to bribe my gf to have her sister get me some (she lives in Cozumel).

Any decision on the FE's? I am going to start putting them together shortly & would like a final total.

[momtomari]

i should be studying for my last exam :scared1:, but instead im here on the dis reading

[TammyAlphabet]

Ok, I am only here for a min. My youngest Daniel (6) fainted again today at school! We have been at the doctors and hospital today and he is now finally feeling better and playing, so happy for that!
At least this time he didn't have a seizure or stop breathing! He has a little boo boo on his forehead and nose from the fall but doesn't look to bad.:)
I have been by him ALL day,:) I sure hope they find out what is going on with him. Please keep him in your prayers!!

I will, I hope everything is okay.

[TammyAlphabet]

i should be studying for my last exam :scared1:, but instead im here on the dis reading


I am giving a final right now.;)

[Andrea_loves_Disney]

Hey neighbor!!! We are in 7505!!! :cool1: My DD is 16 & has been talking to Larry (not sure if you think she is too old) Will she be in the Stack? I am hoping the kids can hang out together.

Hi there!!

That is so cool you are right by us!!! :wave2: Megan hopes to be in The Stack..especially since that seems to be where all the 13 almost 14's are planning to be!!! Can't wait to meet you!!! :goodvibes

[triplefigs]

Ok, I am only here for a min. My youngest Daniel (6) fainted again today at school! We have been at the doctors and hospital today and he is now finally feeling better and playing, so happy for that!
At least this time he didn't have a seizure or stop breathing! He has a little boo boo on his forehead and nose from the fall but doesn't look to bad.:)
I have been by him ALL day,:) I sure hope they find out what is going on with him. Please keep him in your prayers!!
You definitely have our prayers! Have they done an ECG on him? Does your family have any history of seizures? Is his BP ok?
I am soo gonna need a Bud Lite Lime after reading all that has happened since this morning!!

Are we all in a better place now?!?! :goodvibes

Today I got into an argument w/my mom cuz I told her I was planning another vacation already. My family goes no where!! No vacations, trips, nothing! Is my fault that I choose to go on vacation & they don't. It is not like I am asking them for money! One of my S-I-L wants to plan a family trip. My dad will pay for it but not go, my mom can't do anything in heat, kids ages range from 3-16 & my brothers have different ideas of the word vacation. ARGH!! So, I go myself! I know my vacation times are limited w/Jayde since she is getting older.

Denise ~ Jayde still has abdominal pain; not sure what the Dr will be able to do except more testing. Thanks for asking!

Kelly ~ Hope Daniel is ok! BTW how is Christian?

Stephanie ~ How is Madison doing?

I hope everyone's child(ren) are safe & healthy for our cruise!

I might be the only one off the ship if we hit Cozumel... I need to get my dessert Tequila, honey, & vanilla! I promise not to be long... Otherwise, I will have to bribe my gf to have her sister get me some (she lives in Cozumel).

Any decision on the FE's? I am going to start putting them together shortly & would like a final total.
I hope Jadye's appt gives you some answers tomorrow.
i should be studying for my last exam :scared1:, but instead im here on the dis reading
Good luck!!!!!!!!!!!!!! :cool1::thumbsup2
I am giving a final right now.;)When are you done with teaching?

[Diane71969]

anyone know what they are doing now about Mexico?

[Diane71969]

I sure hope Maddy, Daniel, & Jayde are feeling better. I hope they figure out what is wrong with Daniel soon, keep us posted!

Deb, have they looked at her kidneys at all or her ovaries? It kind of sounds like maybe kidney stones or maybe even endometrious.I've had both unfortunately.

Actually I go to the Dr. Next week for a follow up on my stones - hopefully good news, I don't have time to mess with it before the cruise and especially during the cruise.

[TammyAlphabet]

When are you done with teaching?

Thursday!:cool1:

[Texas Disney Fan]

We're headed out for Mexican tonight to celebrate! 9 years ago today I had emergency surgery to save my pregnancy (was on hospital bedrest for 14 weeks). So it is Cinco de Mayo, but for us it has a more personal meaning!

http://i83.photobucket.com/albums/j288/miller2348/myspace/images/Holiday_Glitter/Cinco_De_Mayo_Glitter/images/cinco-de-mayo-glitter-111.gif

That is definetely something to celebrate. In fact for me it is when I went into labor for my son (Rob) and he was born mid-morning the next day. :)

[Texas Disney Fan]

Ok, I am only here for a min. My youngest Daniel (6) fainted again today at school! We have been at the doctors and hospital today and he is now finally feeling better and playing, so happy for that!
At least this time he didn't have a seizure or stop breathing! He has a little boo boo on his forehead and nose from the fall but doesn't look to bad.:)
I have been by him ALL day,:) I sure hope they find out what is going on with him. Please keep him in your prayers!!

:hug: I hope they figure out what is going on.

[Brooklyn]

Are we all in a better place now?!?! :goodvibes



Actually.... YES

I only got to talk to DH for about 5 minutes yesterday morning and then a few BB messanger messages around noon. He was doing training all night and I did not get to talk to him in full about all of this till this afternoon.

After ABA therapy, speech therapy and then swimming lessons for Maddy I picked up Brooklyn from school and we came home. Much to my surprise DH was here. It was so nice for us to sit down and talk.

We have both come to the conclusion that we are THRILLED with our upgrade that we received! He is so sweet, he said we will help your mom with whatever she needs. He said I do not care going up to Deck 9 and getting her drinks or food and bringing it back down. :love:

We are both really excited to have CAT 10's. I wish one was not a connector bc it has this really bench in the ones that are not connectors. We got 1 connector and one not so worst case we will just give my mom and the girls the one with the bench.

Now everyone needs to promise me that they will still deliver gifts to Deck 1!

I had made a point this cruise that I was NOT going to use the elevators at all! My friend did it on the Trans Atlantic. For 14 nights she NEVER once used the elevator. Of course when I say I am going to do it we get deck 1!!!! :rotfl::rotfl::rotfl: Anyone want to join me in my boycott of the elevators?!?!?!??! Or am I just nuts???? :confused3 :lmao:

So I am in a GREAT place and counting down 36 days, 11 hours and 40 minutes until we land in ORLANDO!!!!! :banana: Thank goodness Craig came home today!!!

[ruley3]

Ok question...... Name Tags for Dis meet or not? I will get them if people are interested:thumbsup2

[nikkistevej]

Hey all, we've been house hunting online all night- and it seems I missed alot. I have everyone in my prayers that has been having health issues- it just seems alot is going on. :grouphug:
I'm curious about Mexico too, I wish we could find out what's going on with it.:confused3

[Brooklyn]

Ok question...... Name Tags for Dis meet or not? I will get them if people are interested:thumbsup2

I would love it if there were name tags! :thumbsup2

[BethA]

Stephanie

I usually do not use the elevators-trying to burn off some of the extra food. The hardest time is getting back on at port and climbing all those stairs-you won't have that facing you. Maybe you can bring on some drinks so if your mom just wants a quick drink and is in the room no one will have to go that far to get one. Have you tried all those little packets you just add to water-crystal light and kool ade have them.

I'm happy to say that this was the third day we used our new Wi Fit-however my weight did not budge-must have been the chocolate easter bunny I had with lunch--oh well-I'll try again tomorrow

do we know ho many are adding to FE?? yes I'm a nag-ask my husband


I guess everyon will be giving their cabin numbers so I can get my gifts-uncreative as they are-organized.

talk to everyone tomorrow

[nikkistevej]

Ok question...... Name Tags for Dis meet or not? I will get them if people are interested:thumbsup2

I would love name tage too!!:thumbsup2

[Diane71969]

Ok question...... Name Tags for Dis meet or not? I will get them if people are interested:thumbsup2
I would like name tags, heck I get confused on here alone HA HA

[nikkistevej]

I would like name tags, heck I get confused on here alone HA HA

I know me too!!:lmao:

[Diane71969]

Actually.... YES

I only got to talk to DH for about 5 minutes yesterday morning and then a few BB messanger messages around noon. He was doing training all night and I did not get to talk to him in full about all of this till this afternoon.

After ABA therapy, speech therapy and then swimming lessons for Maddy I picked up Brooklyn from school and we came home. Much to my surprise DH was here. It was so nice for us to sit down and talk.

We have both come to the conclusion that we are THRILLED with our upgrade that we received! He is so sweet, he said we will help your mom with whatever she needs. He said I do not care going up to Deck 9 and getting her drinks or food and bringing it back down. :love:

We are both really excited to have CAT 10's. I wish one was not a connector bc it has this really bench in the ones that are not connectors. We got 1 connector and one not so worst case we will just give my mom and the girls the one with the bench.

Now everyone needs to promise me that they will still deliver gifts to Deck 1!

I had made a point this cruise that I was NOT going to use the elevators at all! My friend did it on the Trans Atlantic. For 14 nights she NEVER once used the elevator. Of course when I say I am going to do it we get deck 1!!!! :rotfl::rotfl::rotfl: Anyone want to join me in my boycott of the elevators?!?!?!??! Or am I just nuts???? :confused3 :lmao:

So I am in a GREAT place and counting down 36 days, 11 hours and 40 minutes until we land in ORLANDO!!!!! :banana: Thank goodness Craig came home today!!!

Awe...DH is so sweet surprising you! You have a great DH and relationship, I hope someday that I can find that too in someone.

I will try to do the NO Elevator's with you also. It's easier when you have someone else helping you achieve your goal and pushing you. I might not be able to do it if I end up wearing heels to dinner but I promise I will try.

I will come visit you for FE and other times too, I promise you will not be forgotten by me :love: and I'm sure no one else either.:grouphug:

[Brooklyn]

Awe...DH is so sweet surprising you! You have a great DH and relationship, I hope someday that I can find that too in someone.

I will try to do the NO Elevator's with you also. It's easier when you have someone else helping you achieve your goal and pushing you. I might not be able to do it if I end up wearing heels to dinner but I promise I will try.

I will come visit you for FE and other times too, I promise you will not be forgotten by me :love: and I'm sure no one else either.:grouphug:

Thanks! :thumbsup2

Ok so no elevator for us! You can have a free pass on formal night...not formal day...just the night! LOL :lmao:

[Diane71969]

Thanks! :thumbsup2

Ok so no elevator for us! You can have a free pass on formal night...not formal day...just the night! LOL :lmao:

DEAL! It'll be like a mini DCL Biggest Loser Challange :lmao: We have to have each others backs :thumbsup2

:hug:

[Diane71969]

DEAL! It'll be like a mini DCL Biggest Loser Challange :lmao: We have to have each others backs :thumbsup2

[QUOTE=Brooklyn;31687542]:thumbsup2

And since you have my back IF I need CPR find me someone HOT and Single! :rotfl2:

[Brooklyn]

DEAL! It'll be like a mini DCL Biggest Loser Challange :lmao: We have to have each others backs :thumbsup2

:hug:

:thumbsup2

[Diane71969]

Was a decision made on how many cabins? additions?

[Yensidfan]

Hi all,

Sorry we haven't been around to much, been busy with the kids High School and College graduations and work.

We got our room assignment (2608). Who do we send it to to get the FE list updated with the cabin numbers?

We are looking forward to meeting everyone and having a fun and relaxing cruise.

Faith

[ruley3]

Hey Everyone
I am up but not for a good reason:sad1:Yikes I feel the pain of bladder infection....Darn
I have dealt with bladder infections many times before so at least I know what I am facing!!!! :sad2: but hey it could be much worse as I have now read on here with the kidneys so I will tough it out;)

I hope everyone has a great day......

Today is a home visit day for me with many families so I guess many frequent stops for bathroom breaks in between visits must occur:scared1:

[Morgey24]

[QUOTE=Diane71969;31687499]DEAL! It'll be like a mini DCL Biggest Loser Challange :lmao: We have to have each others backs :thumbsup2



And since you have my back IF I need CPR find me someone HOT and Single! :rotfl2:

Ok, so stairs it is! (Actually, I usually try to do that on cruises. DD and I LOST weight on the Med cruise in November -- but we also walked MILES each day in the ports!)

As far as CPR is concerned, I'll take someone single :lovestruc and breathing, thank you... Diane, save me your leftovers, would you? :rotfl2:

[Morgey24]

Hi all,

Sorry we haven't been around to much, been busy with the kids High School and College graduations and work.

We got our room assignment (2608). Who do we send it to to get the FE list updated with the cabin numbers?

We are looking forward to meeting everyone and having a fun and relaxing cruise.

Faith
Hello!!!! Congrats on the room! high school AND college graduations? you need a vacation!!

[Paula13]

Morning all.. I missed a bit last night, just got caught up. Hope everyone's kids will be ok! :)

As for the stairs, that is what we usually do. Quicker, most times, to take the stairs than elevators! We used to 'race' up each side, although we were younger than! Will have to see what happens this trip! :)

[nikkistevej]

Hi all,

Sorry we haven't been around to much, been busy with the kids High School and College graduations and work.

We got our room assignment (2608). Who do we send it to to get the FE list updated with the cabin numbers?

We are looking forward to meeting everyone and having a fun and relaxing cruise.

Faith

I will be updating the FE list in the next couple of days with everyon'e cabin number. Then I can email it to Stephanie and she can put it on our webpage.

[nikkistevej]

Hey Everyone
I am up but not for a good reason:sad1:Yikes I feel the pain of bladder infection....Darn
I have dealt with bladder infections many times before so at least I know what I am facing!!!! :sad2: but hey it could be much worse as I have now read on here with the kidneys so I will tough it out;)

I hope everyone has a great day......

Today is a home visit day for me with many families so I guess many frequent stops for bathroom breaks in between visits must occur:scared1:

Hope you feel better!!:hug:

[nikkistevej]

I'll also be taking the stairs as much as I can- I have to prepare myself for the miles I'll be walking at WDW the following week.

[triplefigs]

Hey Everyone
I am up but not for a good reason:sad1:Yikes I feel the pain of bladder infection....Darn
I have dealt with bladder infections many times before so at least I know what I am facing!!!! :sad2: but hey it could be much worse as I have now read on here with the kidneys so I will tough it out;)

I hope everyone has a great day......

Today is a home visit day for me with many families so I guess many frequent stops for bathroom breaks in between visits must occur:scared1:Feel better!!! :sick: :hug:

[Andrea_loves_Disney]

Hi Andrea,
I have a DD13, Morgan (who WAS going to be named Megan right up until the moment of birth at which point I sprung it on DEX that I preferred Morgan... and at that time he really couldn't object after seeing what I had just gone through :woohoo:)

We are in the Cabin NEXT TO Diane & Larry, 5505, so you can find Morgan & Larry in one easy spot :rolleyes:

Have DD PM me her email and I will have DD reply

Donna

HI Donna!!
Sorry it's taken me so long to say hello!! That is so funny that Morgan was going to be Megan...I love the name Morgan too!!! I will pm you Megan's email address so Megan and Morgan can get acquainted!! Seems like there are so many 13/14 year olds in our group...they are going to have a blast!!! :cool1: Can't wait to meet you! :wave2:

[DisneyPoly]

Okay everyone ... if anyone hears about a TA still offering 12's, please let me know ...right now I can only get 11's and they are running 2 1/2 times what I originally was paying ...

Hopefully some pixie dust will fly my way!!!

Thanks!
Maureen

[Andrea_loves_Disney]

YES please do not forget I also have Layne who is 14 and in the 8th grade.... He just doesn't know about the cruise yet. For those who have kiddos his age thought maybe you could share some info about him... He loves his computer of course but also plays the Saxophone and plays Soccer. His honor English class has him on Pins and needles right now and he gets easily discouraged with this particular teacher! I really hope all the teens can click with him and I hope I have not prevented him from forming bonds but the surprise is soooo much fun!
:rolleyes1

Hello there!! I think that is so cool that this is a surprise for Layne!!! I told Megan about him..she is also in band and plays trumpet! She is kind of struggling with the end of 8th grade...she is doing great but just has too much going on!!! So when will the surprise be revealed??? I can't wait to hear his reaction! :banana: I am getting more and more excited about this trip....it's getting closer!!!!! :yay::yay::yay::yay::yay::yay::yay::yay:

[SUZCRUISE]

Is it just me or does it seem like a week ago it was 60 days and too early to start getting ready for the cruise and now all of the sudden its 30 some days and I feel behind.

[Morgey24]

Okay everyone ... if anyone hears about a TA still offering 12's, please let me know ...right now I can only get 11's and they are running 2 1/2 times what I originally was paying ...

Hopefully some pixie dust will fly my way!!!

Thanks!
Maureen


Maureen,
I PM'd you. I think I can help!:yay:

Donna

[nikkistevej]

Is it just me or does it seem like a week ago it was 60 days and too early to start getting ready for the cruise and now all of the sudden its 30 some days and I feel behind.

I feel that way too, and also my countdown clock is until the actual cruise, we are leaving in actually 35 days(on Wednesday evening or Thursday morning). That's really scary!!:scared1::scared1: W also just started looking for a house, and my last day at my old job is May 22, and the new one is May 26- so lots of transitioning with all of that!!

[BethA]

my son -turning 13 tomorrow-Brandon is very excited for the cruise. He has enjoyed getting to know Ben and Larry, but since Larry will be with the older teens I was wondering if there are any others who will be in Ocean Quest who want to get to know each other before the cruise. If so pm me and I can give you our email address. It seems like a great group of kids on here.

I still need to get at least one new dress and a new bathing suit, but am waiting hoping to lose a little weight first.

Diane-you sure have agreat kid-he's been great about keeping in touch with everyone.

Is next week's cruise stopping in Mexico?

[DisneyPoly]

Thanks for the all pms ... of course, my luck, their computers are down and we are waiting for them to come back up so we can book ... wish me luck:surfweb:

[sinnika]

Thanks for the all pms ... of course, my luck, their computers are down and we are waiting for them to come back up so we can book ... wish me luck:surfweb:

Wishing you lots of luck that you get to go! I see that you're in Bucks County. We lived in Doylestown for 5 years when DH was stationed at Willow Grove. We loved it there!

I just finished rebooking my SW flights and saved another $30!!! Our flights from Orlando to Baltimore are now $59 each!!! I love flying them! No charge for your first 2 pieces of luggage, and great prices! :woohoo:

[runwad]

my son -turning 13 tomorrow-Brandon is very excited for the cruise. He has enjoyed getting to know Ben and Larry, but since Larry will be with the older teens I was wondering if there are any others who will be in Ocean Quest who want to get to know each other before the cruise. If so pm me and I can give you our email address. It seems like a great group of kids on here.

I still need to get at least one new dress and a new bathing suit, but am waiting hoping to lose a little weight first.

Diane-you sure have agreat kid-he's been great about keeping in touch with everyone.

Is next week's cruise stopping in Mexico?


I sent you a pm Beth, I have a dd13 :-)

[DisneyPoly]

Please keep us on the list ... we just rebooked and we are again sailing with all of you to ... who knows where ... but we'll be there!

I am VERY grateful to everyone who contacted me with their TA info. I had tried for several days to rebook through DCL, but there were no Cat. 12's to be had. Needless to say I don't know where our rooms will be yet and even if they will be on the same deck, but we're just so happy to be sailing again.

It was a costly decision to cancel, but we happy to be going again. I can't wait to tell my kids when they get home from school.

Now ... I have to get working on my FE gifts ... I am way behind the 8 ball on this one.

There is so much to do ... and I can't wait to do it.

Maureen

[Paula13]

Please keep us on the list ... we just rebooked and we are again sailing with all of you to ... who knows where ... but we'll be there!

I am VERY grateful to everyone who contacted me with their TA info. I had tried for several days to rebook through DCL, but there were no Cat. 12's to be had. Needless to say I don't know where our rooms will be yet and even if they will be on the same deck, but we're just so happy to be sailing again.

It was a costly decision to cancel, but we happy to be going again. I can't wait to tell my kids when they get home from school.

Now ... I have to get working on my FE gifts ... I am way behind the 8 ball on this one.

There is so much to do ... and I can't wait to do it.

Maureen

Congrats! Welcome back :)

[Diane71969]

Please keep us on the list ... we just rebooked and we are again sailing with all of you to ... who knows where ... but we'll be there!

I am VERY grateful to everyone who contacted me with their TA info. I had tried for several days to rebook through DCL, but there were no Cat. 12's to be had. Needless to say I don't know where our rooms will be yet and even if they will be on the same deck, but we're just so happy to be sailing again.

It was a costly decision to cancel, but we happy to be going again. I can't wait to tell my kids when they get home from school.

Now ... I have to get working on my FE gifts ... I am way behind the 8 ball on this one.

There is so much to do ... and I can't wait to do it.

Maureen
Welcome Back! Glad you are able to go again.

[Brooklyn]

Please keep us on the list ... we just rebooked and we are again sailing with all of you to ... who knows where ... but we'll be there!

I am VERY grateful to everyone who contacted me with their TA info. I had tried for several days to rebook through DCL, but there were no Cat. 12's to be had. Needless to say I don't know where our rooms will be yet and even if they will be on the same deck, but we're just so happy to be sailing again.

It was a costly decision to cancel, but we happy to be going again. I can't wait to tell my kids when they get home from school.

Now ... I have to get working on my FE gifts ... I am way behind the 8 ball on this one.

There is so much to do ... and I can't wait to do it.

Maureen

:welcome: BACK

[Brooklyn]

Go to this site. You have to print the coupons today....

http://www.oprah.com/article/oprahshow/20090430-tows-kfc-coupon-download

A free KFC meal thanks for Oprah.

[Diane71969]

Go to this site. You have to print the coupons today....

http://www.oprah.com/article/oprahshow/20090430-tows-kfc-coupon-download

A free KFC meal thanks for Oprah.
Thanks! :thumbsup2

You are trying to make sure i walk :cool1: the stairs and the decks too aren't you?? :rotfl2:

[Paula13]

Go to this site. You have to print the coupons today....

http://www.oprah.com/article/oprahshow/20090430-tows-kfc-coupon-download

A free KFC meal thanks for Oprah.

Thanks for sharing! :)

[nikkistevej]

Please keep us on the list ... we just rebooked and we are again sailing with all of you to ... who knows where ... but we'll be there!

I am VERY grateful to everyone who contacted me with their TA info. I had tried for several days to rebook through DCL, but there were no Cat. 12's to be had. Needless to say I don't know where our rooms will be yet and even if they will be on the same deck, but we're just so happy to be sailing again.

It was a costly decision to cancel, but we happy to be going again. I can't wait to tell my kids when they get home from school.

Now ... I have to get working on my FE gifts ... I am way behind the 8 ball on this one.

There is so much to do ... and I can't wait to do it.

Maureen

Glad you're back!!!:thumbsup2

[Morgey24]

Go to this site. You have to print the coupons today....

http://www.oprah.com/article/oprahshow/20090430-tows-kfc-coupon-download

A free KFC meal thanks for Oprah.


Lots of the gals at the office went today at lunch. The coupons are valid and the restaurant was packed!

[Morgey24]

Disneypoly: Welcome back!:cheer2:

We were going to take your place on the FE after you had to cancel :upsidedow so I am not sure where that stands.

Can someone please let us know status of the FE? I am cool either way but since I'll be right next door :hug: to Diane and she'll be getting all of these cool FE gifts I want to play, too :banana:

[disneydreamer82]

Hi all I am Holley (April's (ruley3) lil sis). This is my first post to this group. My DH & I(no kids) are going on the cruise as well (obvioulsy) haha and I am soooooo excited! :dance3: I'm not involved with the FE since I dont have children but I really wanted to share my excitement about the trip with someone other than my DH who is tired of hearin about it I'm sure :lmao:. This is our second cruise with DCL, well actually it's our second cruise period lol cruised once with DCL due to my sisters constant fabulous reviews of the boat along with my mom's love of all things Disney, and I have been hooked on DCL since I got off the Magic on Dec 6 08. Planned this trip with my big sis the week we came home off the ship and have been looking forward to it since then and already trying to figure out when the 3rd one will be lol. It's so nice to meet ya'll and I cant wait til June 12th when we leave from home to start this awesome trip, its gonna rock:woohoo::woohoo::woohoo:

[triplefigs]

Please keep us on the list ... we just rebooked and we are again sailing with all of you to ... who knows where ... but we'll be there!

I am VERY grateful to everyone who contacted me with their TA info. I had tried for several days to rebook through DCL, but there were no Cat. 12's to be had. Needless to say I don't know where our rooms will be yet and even if they will be on the same deck, but we're just so happy to be sailing again.

It was a costly decision to cancel, but we happy to be going again. I can't wait to tell my kids when they get home from school.

Now ... I have to get working on my FE gifts ... I am way behind the 8 ball on this one.

There is so much to do ... and I can't wait to do it.

Maureen
Yea, Maureen! Glad that Sandie could help! :thumbsup2 Welcome back! :dance3:

[nikkistevej]

Hi all I am Holley (April's (ruley3) lil sis). This is my first post to this group. My DH & I(no kids) are going on the cruise as well (obvioulsy) haha and I am soooooo excited! :dance3: I'm not involved with the FE since I dont have children but I really wanted to share my excitement about the trip with someone other than my DH who is tired of hearin about it I'm sure :lmao:. This is our second cruise with DCL, well actually it's our second cruise period lol cruised once with DCL due to my sisters constant fabulous reviews of the boat along with my mom's love of all things Disney, and I have been hooked on DCL since I got off the Magic on Dec 6 08. Planned this trip with my big sis the week we came home off the ship and have been looking forward to it since then and already trying to figure out when the 3rd one will be lol. It's so nice to meet ya'll and I cant wait til June 12th when we leave from home to start this awesome trip, its gonna rock:woohoo::woohoo::woohoo:

Welcome- glad you're joining the group and chatting with us. The good thing about us, we never get tired of talking about the cruise.:goodvibes

[nikkistevej]

Hey Denise- how was dinner last night?

[triplefigs]

Disneypoly: Welcome back!:cheer2:

We were going to take your place on the FE after you had to cancel :upsidedow so I am not sure where that stands.

Can someone please let us know status of the FE? I am cool either way but since I'll be right next door :hug: to Diane and she'll be getting all of these cool FE gifts I want to play, too :banana:Hopefully everyone who wants to participate will be able to!

Go to this site. You have to print the coupons today....

http://www.oprah.com/article/oprahshow/20090430-tows-kfc-coupon-download

A free KFC meal thanks for Oprah.Thanks!

Hi all I am Holley (April's (ruley3) lil sis). This is my first post to this group. My DH & I(no kids) are going on the cruise as well (obvioulsy) haha and I am soooooo excited! :dance3: I'm not involved with the FE since I dont have children but I really wanted to share my excitement about the trip with someone other than my DH who is tired of hearin about it I'm sure :lmao:. This is our second cruise with DCL, well actually it's our second cruise period lol cruised once with DCL due to my sisters constant fabulous reviews of the boat along with my mom's love of all things Disney, and I have been hooked on DCL since I got off the Magic on Dec 6 08. Planned this trip with my big sis the week we came home off the ship and have been looking forward to it since then and already trying to figure out when the 3rd one will be lol. It's so nice to meet ya'll and I cant wait til June 12th when we leave from home to start this awesome trip, its gonna rock:woohoo::woohoo::woohoo:Welcome!!!

[disneydreamer82]

Welcome- glad you're joining the group and chatting with us. The good thing about us, we never get tired of talking about the cruise.:goodvibes

Me either:cool1: I still talk about the last one.....:rotfl: It's so nice to have something to look forward too!!!

[triplefigs]

Hey Denise- how was dinner last night?
Great! 2 margaritas and homemade guacamole. Makes me hope Cozumel will be safe! :thumbsup2 DH said his favorite part was seeing the servers in "authentic" Mexican attire... (ie a bad Pancho Villa movie! ;) )

[Paula13]

Hi all I am Holley (April's (ruley3) lil sis). This is my first post to this group. My DH & I(no kids) are going on the cruise as well (obvioulsy) haha and I am soooooo excited! :dance3: I'm not involved with the FE since I dont have children but I really wanted to share my excitement about the trip with someone other than my DH who is tired of hearin about it I'm sure :lmao:. This is our second cruise with DCL, well actually it's our second cruise period lol cruised once with DCL due to my sisters constant fabulous reviews of the boat along with my mom's love of all things Disney, and I have been hooked on DCL since I got off the Magic on Dec 6 08. Planned this trip with my big sis the week we came home off the ship and have been looking forward to it since then and already trying to figure out when the 3rd one will be lol. It's so nice to meet ya'll and I cant wait til June 12th when we leave from home to start this awesome trip, its gonna rock:woohoo::woohoo::woohoo:

:welcome:

[disneydreamer82]

Hopefully everyone who wants to participate will be able to!

Thanks!

Welcome!!!


Thanks all!!!!! I feel like I have been part of the group, I have been reading the posts but was just to chicken to join in til now:rolleyes1 I think I have just gotten so excited now that I am at the point that if I don't share some of my giddyness I may just explode:goodvibes

[SUZCRUISE]

Welcome- glad you're joining the group and chatting with us. The good thing about us, we never get tired of talking about the cruise.:goodvibes

even my kids get tired of talking about it. glad I have you guys.:rotfl:

[Paula13]

even my kids get tired of talking about it. glad I have you guys.:rotfl:

My DD gets tired of hearing me, too. DH has no choice, he has to listen! :) I have all my magnets all over my fridg, DD thinks I'm nuts! :)

[sinnika]

OH NO!!!!!! I just joined my July 6, 2010 Northern Baltics cruise thread!!!!! I said I wasn't going to join until I got thru this cruise, and the WDW trip in Sept of this year! Now I'll never get any of my work business done!! I'll always be on this computer! And with 7 port calls to plan, where do I start??? Those guys already have their pre-cruise hotels booked!!! Oh, the pressure! :scared1: I think I need a vacation! :rotfl2:

[momtomari]

http://i194.photobucket.com/albums/z168/momtomari/IMG_1305.jpg

this will be mari's formal dress. came in the mail today. now to start looking for some white shoes

[nikkistevej]

http://i194.photobucket.com/albums/z168/momtomari/IMG_1305.jpg

this will be mari's formal dress. came in the mail today. now to start looking for some white shoes

The dress is so pretty, and she looks great!!princess:

[Paula13]

http://i194.photobucket.com/albums/z168/momtomari/IMG_1305.jpg

this will be mari's formal dress. came in the mail today. now to start looking for some white shoes


Ahh.. she looks like a princess! :)

[nikkistevej]

OH NO!!!!!! I just joined my July 6, 2010 Northern Baltics cruise thread!!!!! I said I wasn't going to join until I got thru this cruise, and the WDW trip in Sept of this year! Now I'll never get any of my work business done!! I'll always be on this computer! And with 7 port calls to plan, where do I start??? Those guys already have their pre-cruise hotels booked!!! Oh, the pressure! :scared1: I think I need a vacation! :rotfl2:

:rotfl2::rotfl2:

[Brooklyn]

Thanks! :thumbsup2

You are trying to make sure i walk :cool1: the stairs and the decks too aren't you?? :rotfl2:

At least it is for the new grilled chicken! LOL

Lots of the gals at the office went today at lunch. The coupons are valid and the restaurant was packed!

That is what I thinking. They are good till the 19th so we will wait a few days. :thumbsup2

Disneypoly: Welcome back!:cheer2:

We were going to take your place on the FE after you had to cancel :upsidedow so I am not sure where that stands.

Can someone please let us know status of the FE? I am cool either way but since I'll be right next door :hug: to Diane and she'll be getting all of these cool FE gifts I want to play, too :banana:

I am all for the new people adding to the FE.

So we have you and the one other family is all I know about. That does not seem to many for me.

Hi all I am Holley (April's (ruley3) lil sis). This is my first post to this group. My DH & I(no kids) are going on the cruise as well (obvioulsy) haha and I am soooooo excited! :dance3: I'm not involved with the FE since I dont have children but I really wanted to share my excitement about the trip with someone other than my DH who is tired of hearin about it I'm sure :lmao:. This is our second cruise with DCL, well actually it's our second cruise period lol cruised once with DCL due to my sisters constant fabulous reviews of the boat along with my mom's love of all things Disney, and I have been hooked on DCL since I got off the Magic on Dec 6 08. Planned this trip with my big sis the week we came home off the ship and have been looking forward to it since then and already trying to figure out when the 3rd one will be lol. It's so nice to meet ya'll and I cant wait til June 12th when we leave from home to start this awesome trip, its gonna rock:woohoo::woohoo::woohoo:

:welcome:

I was the same way. My first cruise ever was the Trans Atlantic and I have been hooked ever since!

OH NO!!!!!! I just joined my July 6, 2010 Northern Baltics cruise thread!!!!! I said I wasn't going to join until I got thru this cruise, and the WDW trip in Sept of this year! Now I'll never get any of my work business done!! I'll always be on this computer! And with 7 port calls to plan, where do I start??? Those guys already have their pre-cruise hotels booked!!! Oh, the pressure! :scared1: I think I need a vacation! :rotfl2:

I know, our WB TA cruise meet thread has already filled 250 pages and close to filling another!


http://i194.photobucket.com/albums/z168/momtomari/IMG_1305.jpg

this will be mari's formal dress. came in the mail today. now to start looking for some white shoes

She looks like a princess!

[disneydreamer82]

[IMG]
this will be mari's formal dress. came in the mail today. now to start looking for some white shoes

She's so cute! Love the tennis shoes with it:thumbsup2 But I think you are right, white shoes will look nice on formal night;):rotfl:

[momtomari]

She's so cute! Love the tennis shoes with it:thumbsup2 But I think you are right, white shoes will look nice on formal night;):rotfl:

thanks the tennis shoes are what she had on i just wanted to try it on as it looked bigger in the chest when I pulled it out of the package.

[Brooklyn]

Sooooooo jealous!

http://www.disneycruisenews.com/ImageGallery.aspx?PageId=dd22f410-3366-413b-8304-4fcb890e6ba3

[disneydreamer82]

thanks the tennis shoes are what she had on i just wanted to try it on as it looked bigger in the chest when I pulled it out of the package.

I think it fits perfectly! She's looks like a little doll!! Its a really pretty color too, I want one:flower3: She's gonna look and feel like a lil princessprincess:princess:

[nikkistevej]

Sooooooo jealous!

http://www.disneycruisenews.com/ImageGallery.aspx?PageId=dd22f410-3366-413b-8304-4fcb890e6ba3

I know- that looks awesome!!!

[Paula13]

Sooooooo jealous!

http://www.disneycruisenews.com/ImageGallery.aspx?PageId=dd22f410-3366-413b-8304-4fcb890e6ba3

Wow! That would be nice. How do you win that?

[nikkistevej]

Someone posted this on another thread about the new menus:

"Just want to say that we did the Galley Tour on the Magic last week and I asked our tour leader - Chef Rocco - about the new menus and he said that the Magic will have the new menus starting June 13th (for some reason I think he said the 14th - but that's a Sunday so he must have meant the 13th). I also noticed several pictures of the new dishes under signs posted "Coming Soon" on our way out of the kitchen at the end of the tour."

So I guess we'll be the guinea pigs!!:rotfl2:

[disneydreamer82]

Someone posted this on another thread about the new menus:

"Just want to say that we did the Galley Tour on the Magic last week and I asked our tour leader - Chef Rocco - about the new menus and he said that the Magic will have the new menus starting June 13th (for some reason I think he said the 14th - but that's a Sunday so he must have meant the 13th). I also noticed several pictures of the new dishes under signs posted "Coming Soon" on our way out of the kitchen at the end of the tour."

So I guess we'll be the guinea pigs!!:rotfl2:

OMG I love being a food guinea pig:lmao: That is just one more thing for us to all be excited about woohoo!!!!!:woohoo:

[Brooklyn]

Wow! That would be nice. How do you win that?

It was during the Year of a Million Dreams. How cool!!!!

Someone posted this on another thread about the new menus:

"Just want to say that we did the Galley Tour on the Magic last week and I asked our tour leader - Chef Rocco - about the new menus and he said that the Magic will have the new menus starting June 13th (for some reason I think he said the 14th - but that's a Sunday so he must have meant the 13th). I also noticed several pictures of the new dishes under signs posted "Coming Soon" on our way out of the kitchen at the end of the tour."

So I guess we'll be the guinea pigs!!:rotfl2:

NO! I am so picky as it is. Oh well.....we shall see!

[SUZCRUISE]

OMG I love being a food guinea pig:lmao: That is just one more thing for us to all be excited about woohoo!!!!!:woohoo:

As long as I don't have to cook it or do the dishes, I'm sure I'll like just about anything!

[Paula13]

Someone posted this on another thread about the new menus:

"Just want to say that we did the Galley Tour on the Magic last week and I asked our tour leader - Chef Rocco - about the new menus and he said that the Magic will have the new menus starting June 13th (for some reason I think he said the 14th - but that's a Sunday so he must have meant the 13th). I also noticed several pictures of the new dishes under signs posted "Coming Soon" on our way out of the kitchen at the end of the tour."

So I guess we'll be the guinea pigs!!:rotfl2:

Oh boy! That will be interesting! Hope I like something!

[nikkistevej]

It was during the Year of a Million Dreams. How cool!!!!



NO! I am so picky as it is. Oh well.....we shall see!

I'm very picky as well, I don't like onions or green peppers on or in anything- so I have issues with alot of food. But I could always count on getting a steak- I hope they don't take my steak away!!:scared1:

[triplefigs]

http://i194.photobucket.com/albums/z168/momtomari/IMG_1305.jpg

this will be mari's formal dress. came in the mail today. now to start looking for some white shoesYour daughter is just GORGEOUS!!!! :lovestrucI love her dress. It's so summery and pretty. :love:

[triplefigs]

Sooooooo jealous!

http://www.disneycruisenews.com/ImageGallery.aspx?PageId=dd22f410-3366-413b-8304-4fcb890e6ba3
I live in Alpharetta and haven't seen anything on our news or TV. ETA: I just emailed the link and story to our Atlanta news TV station and asked them to do a story. I'll post if they do!

Someone posted this on another thread about the new menus:

"Just want to say that we did the Galley Tour on the Magic last week and I asked our tour leader - Chef Rocco - about the new menus and he said that the Magic will have the new menus starting June 13th (for some reason I think he said the 14th - but that's a Sunday so he must have meant the 13th). I also noticed several pictures of the new dishes under signs posted "Coming Soon" on our way out of the kitchen at the end of the tour."

So I guess we'll be the guinea pigs!!:rotfl2:Sound exciting. EVERYONE will be waiting to hear our trip reports now!

As long as I don't have to cook it or do the dishes, I'm sure I'll like just about anything!I agree completely. And if I don't like the food I'll just order 10 desserts. ;)

[TammyAlphabet]

Mari looks lovely.

[Brooklyn]

I agree completely. And if I don't like the food I'll just order 10 desserts. ;)

That sounds like a GREAT plan!!!!

On a side note....DH went to Georgia Tech so he was close to where you are. :thumbsup2

[Diane71969]

Diane-you sure have agreat kid-he's been great about keeping in touch with everyone.

Is next week's cruise stopping in Mexico?

Thank You! I think he is a great kid too but who doesn't think that about their own kid? He gets along with anyone but acts more like an adult than a kid. He tends to be a leader and communicates better with adults than anyone else.

[ruley3]

Hey Everyone!!!! I made it thru the day and I have two doses of antibiotic so I should def have a better night:upsidedow


I am so excited that my sister finally decided to jump on the boards and chat some with the rest of the Disney Crazed Peeps!!!! I told her it was an addiction but a very nice one:angel:


So I have to cook some dinner now that I am home..... hmmmmmmm
I am not the cook:scared1: that would be my litl sis!!! She is a FABULOUS cook and I am so glad she inherited that gift from our mom:hug: Toooo bad she lives in another state:confused3:lmao:

[nikkistevej]

I live in Alpharetta and haven't seen anything on our news or TV. ETA: I just emailed the link and story to our Atlanta news TV station and asked them to do a story. I'll post if they do!

Sound exciting. EVERYONE will be waiting to hear our trip reports now!

I agree completely. And if I don't like the food I'll just order 10 desserts. ;)

I like that plan too!!!

[ruley3]

my son -turning 13 tomorrow-Brandon is very excited for the cruise. He has enjoyed getting to know Ben and Larry, but since Larry will be with the older teens I was wondering if there are any others who will be in Ocean Quest who want to get to know each other before the cruise. If so pm me and I can give you our email address. It seems like a great group of kids on here.

I still need to get at least one new dress and a new bathing suit, but am waiting hoping to lose a little weight first.

Diane-you sure have agreat kid-he's been great about keeping in touch with everyone.

Is next week's cruise stopping in Mexico?

Last year Layne was in the stack and he was 13!!! He just went right in and he did great!!! I think it is whatever the child feels comfortable with!:thumbsup2

Also side note He did the teen excursion back in November and really had a great time:cool2:

[TammyAlphabet]

Hello everybody!! How many more days is it? :cool1:

[triplefigs]

Hey Everyone!!!! I made it thru the day and I have two doses of antibiotic so I should def have a better night:upsidedow


I am so excited that my sister finally decided to jump on the boards and chat some with the rest of the Disney Crazed Peeps!!!! I told her it was an addiction but a very nice one:angel:


So I have to cook some dinner now that I am home..... hmmmmmmm
I am not the cook:scared1: that would be my litl sis!!! She is a FABULOUS cook and I am so glad she inherited that gift from our mom:hug: Toooo bad she lives in another state:confused3:lmao:Feel better soon! :hug::sick:

Hello everybody!! How many more days is it? :cool1:38 till we sail!

I like that plan too!!! Ok, don't judge me, but I may order 10 desserts even if I *LIKE* the food! :rolleyes1

[DisneyPoly]

Triplefigs ... any chance you know the Quinn family? They are friends of our's who lived where we do and moved to Alpharetta several years ago as a job transfer. I realize it's a big area, but thought I would ask.

[ruley3]

Hello there!! I think that is so cool that this is a surprise for Layne!!! I told Megan about him..she is also in band and plays trumpet! She is kind of struggling with the end of 8th grade...she is doing great but just has too much going on!!! So when will the surprise be revealed??? I can't wait to hear his reaction! :banana: I am getting more and more excited about this trip....it's getting closer!!!!! :yay::yay::yay::yay::yay::yay::yay::yay:

So I am sure she is getting ready for Spring Concert as well!! When we went to Busch Gardens for the Concert Competition Layne's school won second place:woohoo::woohoo::woohoo::woohoo:

[ruley3]

[QUOTE Ok, don't judge me, but I may order 10 desserts even if I *LIKE* the food! :rolleyes1[/QUOTE]



:lmao::lmao::lmao::lmao::lmao::lmao::lmao::lmao::l mao::lmao::lmao::lmao:

[jarvigw]

Welcome to new and returning folks for the cruise. I would prefer to not have a scheduled time to distribute FE gifts, I am on vacation I have to follow enough schedules when I am at work:rotfl:. Really looking forward to meeting everyone at the departure meet.

[sinnika]

So I am sure she is getting ready for Spring Concert as well!! When we went to Busch Gardens for the Concert Competition Layne's school won second place:woohoo::woohoo::woohoo::woohoo:

I think we have alot of jr high band members. DD Kaitlyn plays flute in 8th grade honors band. She has a pre district concert rehersal tonight at school and I am leaving in a few minutes to pick her up, then off to piano lessons. DS Ben plays drums in 6th grade concert band. We have spring concerts for both, plus Kaitlyn's piano recital this month, and Kaitlyn's band competitions this Sat. Ben has his next Sat. May is super busy for us music wise!

[Tooth Fairy]

OK! So I too have been lurking:) We are on this trip with a large group of friends. Got all 6 cat 12 gty's bumped to cat 9's. Yipee for the split baths!! Gotta love my TA. This is 10th DCL cruise for us but we still get just as excited. Will plan to come to the meet in the promenade lounge and say hello to everyone.

Brooklyn
You will love Deck 1 .... so quiet and the split bath is great esp at the dinner time rush.

Plus the photo of your husband and girls is a treasure.

MomtoMari
Your princess is so beautiful.

[djd7292]

I just finished rebooking my SW flights and saved another $30!!! Our flights from Orlando to Baltimore are now $59 each!!! I love flying them! No charge for your first 2 pieces of luggage, and great prices! :woohoo:

YOU STINKER!!! just kidding... my flight from DTW to MCO keeps going from $129 to $144 (I paid $119) :confused3. I know you are flying back on a weekday though (right). I did save $40 total on my flight from DTW to MCO. I keep checking numerous times a day hoping it goes down.

[triplefigs]

Triplefigs ... any chance you know the Quinn family? They are friends of our's who lived where we do and moved to Alpharetta several years ago as a job transfer. I realize it's a big area, but thought I would ask.Only Quinn I know is Kristi Quinn. :confused3

[Texas Disney Fan]

Welcome to all the new posters.

As far as FEs, I would be fine to add Morgey24 and DisneyFans friends. I don't think anyone else has mention an interest in participating. I would say definetly close it after that. There may be a few that could not accomodate the additions but it sounds like most would be ok.

[triplefigs]

OK! So I too have been lurking:) We are on this trip with a large group of friends. Got all 6 cat 12 gty's bumped to cat 9's. Yipee for the split baths!! Gotta love my TA. This is 10th DCL cruise for us but we still get just as excited. Will plan to come to the meet in the promenade lounge and say hello to everyone.

Brooklyn
You will love Deck 1 .... so quiet and the split bath is great esp at the dinner time rush.

Plus the photo of your husband and girls is a treasure.

MomtoMari
Your princess is so beautiful.Welcome! :flower3:

[djd7292]

thanks the tennis shoes are what she had on i just wanted to try it on as it looked bigger in the chest when I pulled it out of the package.

You could also do silver. Do you have a Payless Shoe store... they have really cute flat (almost ballet style) silver shoes (jayde got some for her dress).

[djd7292]

Welcome to all the new posters.

As far as FEs, I would be fine to add Morgey24 and DisneyFans friends. I don't think anyone else has mention an interest in participating. I would say definetly close it after that. There may be a few that could not accomodate the additions but it sounds like most would be ok.


I 2nd this!!

[triplefigs]

I 2nd this!!So that would make a total of 29 cabins (26 before plus 1 for Morgey24 and 2 for Disney Fans friends)?

[djd7292]

So, today was a long day for me. I am off for the next 2 days so had a lot of work to finish before I left.

Jayde had her follow-up appt (diff Dr same office); put her on Prilosec in AM & Zantac 150 in PM; CBC & Urine are all clear but she still has pain (check back in a month ~ next step CAT scan)... on top of that FLU like symptoms (cough, chills/hot flashes, etc) but not Swine!

After that, pre-HS senior mtg. Start saving for your child(ren) senior years now!!

[triplefigs]

So, today was a long day for me. I am off for the next 2 days so had a lot of work to finish before I left.

Jayde had her follow-up appt (diff Dr same office); put her on Prilosec in AM & Zantac 150 in PM; CBC & Urine are all clear but she still has pain (check back in a month ~ next step CAT scan)... on top of that FLU like symptoms (cough, chills/hot flashes, etc) but not Swine!

After that, pre-HS senior mtg. Start saving for your child(ren) senior years now!!
So they think it is reflux? If it is, those meds should help. Enjoy your 2 days off!

[Texas Disney Fan]

So that would make a total of 29 cabins (26 before plus 1 for Morgey24 and 2 for Disney Fans friends)?

DisneyFans - How many adults & children will your friend's have in their cabins?

Morgey24 - It is you and your daughter, correct?