Fish Extender List for 2.0 - Official Thread CLOSED ***final list posted***

[wdwscout]

That is what a group is about. Pooling your talent/resources/abilities to give a gift to all Fish Extender Participants. Splitting the delivery is a good idea, as it cuts down on leg work that everyone must do running all over the ship.

We had a group of 12. We each put in the same amount and ordered enough gifts for all the participants and a few extras for the podcast team. I tried to split up the deliveries according to each person's room location so they didn't have to go all over the ship. Each person delivered to about 8 rooms. Easy peasy.

Thanks- that's a great explanation- and sounds like fun. :banana:
(I'll go back to waiting mode now.... watching for the FE 101 Primer!)

[shellyminnie]

I think (depending upon agreement and what we order) our group is full!!

Again, depending upon what we order, we might open it again, but I don't know yet!!

[froggy5657]

Can I join someone's group? I really don't care what group it is, but I had a heck of a time making and delivering all of my FE's

[k5jmh]

See Post below. Had a duplicate.

[k5jmh]

If we all chip in, we can hire someone to come on the cruise, stay in a Cat 12 (or 11 with discount and a ship-board credit) and have them do nothing but hand out FE gifts for all of us, so we can enjoy the cruise!!

Anyone game!

If we have 200 rooms and each room pays $8.00 we can pay for the hired help!

200 x $8.00 = $1600.00

:woohoo::woohoo::woohoo:

[DVCsince02]

Or we can take all our stuff there and go "trick or treating" to that room when we have time!

[k5jmh]

Or we can take all our stuff there and go "trick or treating" to that room when we have time!

Good one, Jen! Shouldn't you be packing? :rotfl:

[DVCsince02]

Ugh!

[MomlvsGoofy]

Count me in on a group one! Anyone have room for another in a group? It will be so much fun to deliver all the goodies and see everyones doors. Can't wait!

[Tonya2426]

If we all chip in, we can hire someone to come on the cruise, stay in a Cat 12 (or 11 with discount and a ship-board credit) and have them do nothing but hand out FE gifts for all of us, so we can enjoy the cruise!!

Anyone game!

If we have 200 rooms and each room pays $8.00 we can pay for the hired help!

200 x $8.00 = $1600.00

:woohoo::woohoo::woohoo:

No way!!! I told that idea to AskTracy as I passed her in the hallway after spending an hour delivering FE gifts. Someone has had too much wine and been spreading my idea around. :rotfl2:

[Becx N Gav]

I think an international (EU even) group would be great! Too bad I'm domestic!

I know some groups are forming now, but there isn't a rush. There is still 18 months (from tomorrow) before we sail.

A group should 'close' once it is full. In other words, it should be based on number of people in a group, not over a certain time period.

It is my opinion that any more than a dozen participants may get to be too many. You should find the number of people that you feel works best for you. There were a couple of groups of two or three on PCC 1.0, and they worked smashingly.

Thanks Todd, I was getting a bit panicky - all these groups and I thought I may 'miss the boat' as it were :rotfl:

Hopefully some more foreigners will sign up........

If we all chip in, we can hire someone to come on the cruise, stay in a Cat 12 (or 11 with discount and a ship-board credit) and have them do nothing but hand out FE gifts for all of us, so we can enjoy the cruise!!

Anyone game!

If we have 200 rooms and each room pays $8.00 we can pay for the hired help!

200 x $8.00 = $1600.00

:woohoo::woohoo::woohoo:

Bargain - I'm in :banana:

Actually if someone wants to pay for my room I could almost give up a day delivering - hmmmmm :rolleyes:

Count me in on a group one! Anyone have room for another in a group? It will be so much fun to deliver all the goodies and see everyones doors. Can't wait!

If you're in a group unless you walk round all the decks you wouldn't see all the rooms - this is not a bad thing though as there were LOTS :faint: - good exercise though :thumbsup2

[tlcoke]

Count me in on a group one! Anyone have room for another in a group? It will be so much fun to deliver all the goodies and see everyones doors. Can't wait!

my group still has room, if no one has claimed you.

[Yvet]

I so want to participate in a group...
No way that i'm going to do this by myself.


I was hoping to do an international group, anyone wanna come in? If not I hope it won't be too late to join a group? How far in advance did the group 'close'? I don't wanna leave it too late :confused3
This sounds great.
If there are this time more international travelers (otherwise it's a group of 2)....

[mainegal]

I am thinking lots of eating on a cruise is cancelled by walking every deck delivering f.e. gifts!

[hideeh]

my group still has room, if no one has claimed you.


Would you consider taking me in your group? :)

ETA: Or did I end up on Shelly's list from Chat Wednesday night? I have list confusion.

[shellyminnie]

Would you consider taking me in your group? :)

ETA: Or did I end up on Shelly's list from Chat Wednesday night? I have list confusion.

Nope . . . sorry :goodvibes

[TheBeadPirate]

And here's Rick & Lori's door...
http://i516.photobucket.com/albums/u327/scarlett873/rickloridoor.jpg

Thanks Brandie! I hope you don't mind, I saved a copy for us!

Do you think if I offer Lori a bribe, she would make me a name magnet?

I mean, she's already got the template for it for herself. :laughing:
I would need Door Magnet 101 classes in order to make them. I'm pretty clueless.

I would be happy to share any of mine with you! Although I think from looking at some of the door pictures I "NEED" to shop around for some more!:rotfl2:


And as far as delivery goes, we took one deck at a time and delivered on our way to dinner, or the pool, or bingo, etc. so it wasn't really that bad to deliver to every cabin that had signed up!:rolleyes:

[tlcoke]

Would you consider taking me in your group? :)

ETA: Or did I end up on Shelly's list from Chat Wednesday night? I have list confusion.

If you are not on Shelly's list, Yes, you can join my group.

[tlcoke]

Members of my FE group thus far are:

tlcoke (Tracey)
maingal (Lyn)
KyMickeyFan717 (Kathy)
MomlvsGoofy (Sharon) + non Dis Friends
Hideeh (Heidi)
froggy5657 (Gibson)
mia1977 (Megan)
fridayfun (Denise)
BannerMouse (Michael)
NannyRose (Rose)
Rtobe

We are still open to new members, PM me if you are interested in joining my group.

[Mike2023]

Canadian Group is still accepting members.

Mike2023 (Mike)
Elsha (Amber)
tmli
slapwhitey
cslittle999
cdnmickeylover (Fiona)
usetheforceluke (Jim)

[Becx N Gav]

I so want to participate in a group...
No way that i'm going to do this by myself.



This sounds great.
If there are this time more international travelers (otherwise it's a group of 2)....

Thanks Yvet :goodvibes I'm sure we'll get a few more people to join us (please)

We may have to expand the European thing to include decendants too :rotfl:

[jeanigor]

Thanks Yvet :goodvibes I'm sure we'll get a few more people to join us (please)

We may have to expand the European thing to include decendants too :rotfl:

My great grandmother immigrated from Prussia.
My grandfathers parents were Scottish and English.
My dad's family is originally from Belgium and France.

Just sayin'.:goodvibes:goodvibes:goodvibes

[YellowMickeyPonchos]

Okay - I've been bad. I totally have been bypassing most of the boards due to being busy.

Who's all in my Disneyland Group? PM me so I can make an official list. Otherwise I've got over 15 or more pages of FE thread to catch up on....

:scared1::scared1::scared1:

:confused:

Okay - I'm editing to say I'm not as bad as I thought, but still bad.

I've only got two other sets of folks committed to our group, Klam Chowder and Disney Enabler/Merry Mouseketeer.

There has to be more West Coasters or simply just Disneyland lovers out there to represent!!!

[guynwdm]

I think I need a group, well I need lots of things but I have been not following the boards close.

So some group want to adopt me?? (I know, that sounded a bit pathetic and needy.... )

[DVCsince02]

The ORIGINAL group of 12 is still on unless I hear otherwise.

[maroo]

Oh I am so confused...

Sorry...

I read some of these pages...but not all...(sorry for that, too)

Please explain Fish Extenders? And Groups?

Seems like a group forms itself and then delivers gifts to the other people in their group? Individually? Or does one "group" deliver gifts to everyone on the cruise and just do it as a group?

What sort of things do we put in a gift? Can anyone lead a group? Can I join a group? Can I join more than one group?

Sorry...I have never been on a Disney cruise...so I am clueless!!!! I feel like I am drinking from a fire hydrant with all of the information out there. I think I need to buy a cruise book.

[mainegal]

SomeONE (you know who you are!) is supposed to post a guide to fish extenders with everything you need to :confused3 know.

Relax... the cruise is still over a year away. All your questions will be answered as you read these threads and more as the months tick by.

From another first timer - Glad to have you join us.:dance3:
.

[maroo]

Fair enough! :)

[mla1977]

With regards to the actual Fish Extenders. Do people make/buy them for themselves? I've seen some pictures, but I'm sure I'll need to start designing mine soon if I ever want to finish them in time.

[jeanigor]

Oh I am so confused...
Sorry...
I read some of these pages...but not all...(sorry for that, too)
Please explain Fish Extenders? And Groups?
Seems like a group forms itself and then delivers gifts to the other people in their group? Individually? Or does one "group" deliver gifts to everyone on the cruise and just do it as a group?
What sort of things do we put in a gift? Can anyone lead a group? Can I join a group? Can I join more than one group?
Sorry...I have never been on a Disney cruise...so I am clueless!!!! I feel like I am drinking from a fire hydrant with all of the information out there. I think I need to buy a cruise book.

All will be answered shortly. Promise. Just wait for the primer.

SomeONE (you know who you are!) is supposed to post a guide to fish extenders with everything you need to :confused3 know.
Relax... the cruise is still over a year away. All your questions will be answered as you read these threads and more as the months tick by.
From another first timer - Glad to have you join us.:dance3:
.

I get the hint. But I was waiting until a certain someone got home from a certain trip to get some editorial before I posted it.

With regards to the actual Fish Extenders. Do people make/buy them for themselves? I've seen some pictures, but I'm sure I'll need to start designing mine soon if I ever want to finish them in time.

Yes. Some people buy them. Some people make them.

[tlcoke]

Here is my group members thus far. We are still open to new members, just send me a PM with your email address in it and I will email you our ideas thus far.

Members of my FE group thus far are:

tlcoke (Tracey)
maingal (Lyn)
KyMickeyFan717 (Kathy)
MomlvsGoofy (Sharon) + non Dis Friends
Hideeh (Heidi)
froggy5657 (Gibson)
mia1977 (Megan)
fridayfun (Denise)
BannerMouse (Michael)
NannyRose (Rose)
Rtobe (Ros)
Maroo (Mary)

[DVCsince02]

All will be answered shortly. Promise. Just wait for the primer.



I get the hint. But I was waiting until a certain someone got home from a certain trip to get some editorial before I posted it.


Moi?:confused3

;)

[jeanigor]

Moi?:confused3

;)

Peut-être, oui, Peut-être, non.:goodvibes:goodvibes:goodvibes

[DVCsince02]

Peut-être, oui, Peut-être, non.:goodvibes:goodvibes:goodvibes

Je crois que la réponse est oui. ::yes::

[shellyminnie]

Here is my group members thus far. We are still open to new members, just send me a PM with your email address in it and I will email you our ideas thus far.

Members of my FE group thus far are:

tlcoke (Tracey)
maingal (Lyn)
KyMickeyFan717 (Kathy)
MomlvsGoofy (Sharon) + non Dis Friends
Hideeh (Heidi)
froggy5657 (Gibson)
mia1977 (Megan)
fridayfun (Denise)
BannerMouse (Michael)
NannyRose (Rose)
Rtobe (Ros)

PM Jen and I because we need to make sure that 2 groups don't give out the same thing!!

[jeanigor]

PM Jen and I because we need to make sure that 2 groups don't give out the same thing!!

I disagree. You wouldn't be giving out the exact same thing, even if it were close.

Magnets were a popular gift on 1.0, but each was unique and wonderful.

[shellyminnie]

I disagree. You wouldn't be giving out the exact same thing, even if it were close.

Magnets were a popular gift on 1.0, but each was unique and wonderful.

This is true!! Nevermind . . .

[jeanigor]

This is true!! Nevermind . . .

I think the anticipation is part of the fun....hearing that everyone is putting there stuff together....or getting it shipped to their house (or across town from their house)...or what not...the mystery is part of the fun. It should be for the groups as well.

[Madi100]

I disagree. You wouldn't be giving out the exact same thing, even if it were close.

Magnets were a popular gift on 1.0, but each was unique and wonderful.

I agree with you 100%! I think even if all the groups did a bag, they'd be a different bag. It's more fun if just the group knows.

[klam_chowder]

I think the anticipation is part of the fun....hearing that everyone is putting there stuff together....or getting it shipped to their house (or across town from their house)...or what not...the mystery is part of the fun. It should be for the groups as well.

ITA! :thumbsup2 This isn't directed to anyone specifically, but I just wanted to add for the possible benefit of the great new PC cruisers :welcome: joining in ...

FEs should be fun! :dance3: Less rules more enjoyment. Don't stress about your gifts -that'll come in time :rotfl2: :rotfl2: - and when it does just remember this is a just a FUN thing for everyone :grouphug:

cheers,
:flower3:

[tlcoke]

my group is throwing around some ideas, but haven't decided on anything yet. It would help to begin getting an idea of how many people will be participating as we look at the feasibility of some of our ideas.

[georgemoe]

PM Jen and I because we need to make sure that 2 groups don't give out the same thing!!

I disagree. You wouldn't be giving out the exact same thing, even if it were close.

Magnets were a popular gift on 1.0, but each was unique and wonderful.

This is true!! Nevermind . . .

Hi Shelly. Is our group listed anywhere?

[cocowum]

Hi Shelly. Is our group listed anywhere?

Hey George, I think this is our group...

Shelly
Alicia
Kelly
Kathy
Annette
Todd
Cheryl
Cynthia
Dodie
Candy
Tonya
Don
Senor Jorge...:teeth:


Am I right Shelly? popcorn::

[Dodie]

Hi Shelly. Is our group listed anywhere?

Yeah! Props for OUR group too! :)

[Madi100]

Hey George, I think this is our group...

Shelly
Alicia
Kelly
Kathy
Annette
Todd
Cheryl
Cynthia
Dodie
Candy
Tonya
Don
Senor Jorge...:teeth:


Am I right Shelly? popcorn::

Is Todd in two groups?

[cocowum]

Is Todd in two groups?

I think so Nicole. Don is also in two groups. :thumbsup2

[shellyminnie]

Hey George, I think this is our group...

Shelly
Alicia
Kelly
Kathy
Annette
Todd
Cheryl
Cynthia
Dodie
Candy
Tonya
Don
Senor Jorge...:teeth:


Am I right Shelly? popcorn::

:thumbsup2 and Stacey!!

Is Todd in two groups?

Todd and Don are doing both my group and Jen's groups!!

[cocowum]

:thumbsup2 and Stacey!!



Todd and Don are doing both my group and Jen's groups!!

Sorry, I forgot Stacey! :blush:

[YellowMickeyPonchos]

I think I need a group, well I need lots of things but I have been not following the boards close.

So some group want to adopt me?? (I know, that sounded a bit pathetic and needy.... )

Rob - we'll take you into the Disneyland group!

So far we have:
Nancy (ME)
Klam Chowder
Carol and Michael (Disney Enabler and Merry Mouseketeer)
SFBayDon
Marilee (Corky 441)

[goofybeagle]

Ok, Newbie to FE's. Should I join a group now? :confused: or wait till the primer to fully understand what you all are doing? :flower3:

[L.E. Ott]

Why wait to understand? We certainly don't, and we've done em before.

[jeanigor]

Ok, Newbie to FE's. Should I join a group now? :confused: or wait till the primer to fully understand what you all are doing? :flower3:

There is more than enough time either way. Some folks have preliminary ideas of what they want to do. Some haven't a clue.

There are still over 500 days to get ducks in a row, so to speak. :goodvibes (First Mate Quackers, a duck from PCC 1.0, says Aye-Aye)

[YellowMickeyPonchos]

We've had a cool idea here in FE Group Disneyland..... Now to get more members and do some research and start designing my FE!

We're still accepting members who love Disneyland, are on the West Coast, or just want to hang with us cool kids....:3dglasses:cool2::3dglasses

[jeanigor]

We've had a cool idea here in FE Group Disneyland..... Now to get more members and do some research and start designing my FE!

We're still accepting members who love Disneyland, are on the West Coast, or just want to hang with us cool kids....:3dglasses:cool2::3dglasses

Sorry, Nancy...the cool kids group is already full.:smooth::goodvibes:goodvibes

[aGoofyMom]

Canadian Group is still accepting members.

Mike2023 (Mike)
Elsha (Amber)
tmli
slapwhitey
cslittle999
cdnmickeylover (Fiona)
usetheforceluke (Jim)

Oops! Have I been missing for so long I fell off the Canadian Group List????

[bigmoonmullen]

Hi:

We're in for a Group Gift or willing to start a Group. Even have a cool idea that, with a reasonable size group, might make economical sense by pooling our resources.

Louise & Mark

[goofybeagle]

Why wait to understand? We certainly don't, and we've done em before.

How are groups being set up? by area?

[jeanigor]

How are groups being set up? by area?

A group can be set up however it wants to be.

There is a group being set up by Canadians. I would imagine the group's gift would have a Canadian theme/flare to it.

Same thing with the Non-North American group. :goodvibes

Nancy is spearheading a Disneyland Fan group.

Jen and Shelly each are leading groups of random DIS'ers.

So basically, whatever you want.

I know there are some people that have expressed interest in having a group or joining a group. Maybe I'll start a group FE thread? If nothing else it might be easier for people that want to get in on a group to find....:scratchin

[tlcoke]

My Group is still open to new members, just send me a PM with your email address in it and I will email you our ideas thus far.

Members of my FE group thus far are:

tlcoke (Tracey)
maingal (Lyn)
KyMickeyFan717 (Kathy)
MomlvsGoofy (Sharon) + non Dis Friends
Hideeh (Heidi)
froggy5657 (Gibson)
mla1977 (Megan)
fridayfun (Denise)
BannerMouse (Michael)
NannyRose (Rose)
Rtobe (Ros)
Maroo (Mary)

[mla1977]

FYI Tracey,

It's mla1977. I don't want you to have problems finding me!

[tlcoke]

FYI Tracey,

It's mla1977. I don't want you to have problems finding me!

Opps, It looked like an "i" on my screen. It has been corrected

[bigmoonmullen]

Opps, It looked like an "i" on my screen. It has been corrected

Hi Tracey:

See PM.

Thanks,

Mark

[tlcoke]

My Group is still open to new members, just send me a PM with your email address in it and I will email you our ideas thus far.

Members of my FE group thus far are:

tlcoke (Tracey)
maingal (Lyn)
KyMickeyFan717 (Kathy)
MomlvsGoofy (Sharon) + non Dis Friends
Hideeh (Heidi)
froggy5657 (Gibson)
mla1977 (Megan)
fridayfun (Denise)
BannerMouse (Michael)
NannyRose (Rose)
Rtobe (Ros)
Maroo (Mary)
bigmoonmullen (Mark & Louise + Parents: Dale & Bob)

[YellowMickeyPonchos]

Hey Tracey. Are you stealing my recruits before I can get to them? :sad2: LOL!!!!

I've still got tons of room in my group!! Send me a PM if you want in.

[Mary Jo]

A group can be set up however it wants to be.

There is a group being set up by Canadians. I would imagine the group's gift would have a Canadian theme/flare to it.

Same thing with the Non-North American group. :goodvibes

Nancy is spearheading a Disneyland Fan group.

Jen and Shelly each are leading groups of random DIS'ers.

So basically, whatever you want.

I know there are some people that have expressed interest in having a group or joining a group. Maybe I'll start a group FE thread? If nothing else it might be easier for people that want to get in on a group to find....:scratchin

Okay, Todd. You know the rule. ;)

[tlcoke]

Hey Tracey. Are you stealing my recruits before I can get to them? :sad2: LOL!!!!

I've still got tons of room in my group!! Send me a PM if you want in.

Nancy, I am not trying to steal your recruits, but, just maybe it is they don't think they fit in the Disneyland group. :confused3

[YellowMickeyPonchos]

Nancy, I am not trying to steal your recruits, but, just maybe it is they don't think they fit in the Disneyland group. :confused3

:eek:Oops - you know I was teasing, right? :hug:

I was thinking to myself about how between the time I read the posts and the time I could get my iphone to reply, you managed to reply! Guess I didn't translate that well, did I?:confused3

I did manage to add to our little FE group in chat though! Woo hoo!

Welcome aboard to Lori - Briar Rosie!

[BriarRosie]

:eek:Oops - you know I was teasing, right? :hug:

I was thinking to myself about how between the time I read the posts and the time I could get my iphone to reply, you managed to reply! Guess I didn't translate that well, did I?:confused3

I did manage to add to our little FE group in chat though! Woo hoo!

Welcome aboard to Lori - Briar Rosie!

Hey thanks! I admit that I'm more WDW-centric, but Nancy let me into the DLR posse anyway. :laughing:

[tlcoke]

:eek:Oops - you know I was teasing, right? :hug:

I was thinking to myself about how between the time I read the posts and the time I could get my iphone to reply, you managed to reply! Guess I didn't translate that well, did I?:confused3

I did manage to add to our little FE group in chat though! Woo hoo!


Yes, I knew you were teasing, I think I could have worded my response more playful. :flower3:

[jeanigor]

Okay, Todd. You know the rule. ;)

I know. :hangs head: I shall try to be worthy of my post.

[DVCsince02]

I know. :hangs head: I shall try to be worthy of my post.

No worries Todd, I'll help you.:goodvibes

[jeanigor]

No worries Todd, I'll help you.:goodvibes

I was sure you would. :goodvibes:goodvibes

And your siggie says it has a deleted image!:scared1:

[guynwdm]

I was sure you would. :goodvibes:goodvibes

And your siggie says it has a deleted image!:scared1:

So is someone keeping a list of who is in what group? I am so out of touch.

[jeanigor]

So is someone keeping a list of who is in what group? I am so out of touch.

Possibly. However, it would really only matter to the group who was in it, right?

[YellowMickeyPonchos]

So is someone keeping a list of who is in what group? I am so out of touch.

Rob,

Since we adopted you two pages ago, if you want to join us, PM me with your email and I'll add you to my email distribution list for the group. Once we get you on someone's list, you won't have to worry about anything!

[jeanigor]

List? List? Where? I want to be on a list.:goodvibes:goodvibes:lmao:

[aGoofyMom]

List? List? Where? I want to be on a list.:goodvibes:goodvibes:lmao:

How many lists are you trying to be on???! :lmao:

[jeanigor]

How many lists are you trying to be on???! :lmao:

ALL OF THEM!!!!! ^__^
Except Tracy's Bad List.

[aGoofyMom]

ALL OF THEM!!!!! ^__^
Except Tracy's Bad List.

:thumbsup2:rotfl2:

I am still wandering around "list"lessly myself ;)

[L.E. Ott]

ALL OF THEM!!!!! ^__^
Except Tracy's Bad List.

I think Todd has "list"-ed a little to the porst side, now.

[goofybeagle]

A group can be set up however it wants to be.

There is a group being set up by Canadians. I would imagine the group's gift would have a Canadian theme/flare to it.

Same thing with the Non-North American group. :goodvibes

Nancy is spearheading a Disneyland Fan group.

Jen and Shelly each are leading groups of random DIS'ers.

So basically, whatever you want.

I know there are some people that have expressed interest in having a group or joining a group. Maybe I'll start a group FE thread? If nothing else it might be easier for people that want to get in on a group to find....:scratchin

DH and I are in New England so if anyone is doing that area or just wants to add us to their group Jen....Shelly ;)

[YellowMickeyPonchos]

I think Todd has "list"-ed a little to the porst side, now.

At least he doesn't talk with a "list"... ;)

[sshaw10060]

DH and I are in New England so if anyone is doing that area or just wants to add us to their group Jen....Shelly ;)

I am in New England too. Maybe we should start a New England group. Interested?

- Scott

[jeanigor]

At least he doesn't talk with a "list"... ;)

How do you know?????:lmao: (I do turn listlessly in my sleep though)

[YellowMickeyPonchos]

Because you don't in my head.....:thumbsup2

So there.
:rotfl2:

[tlcoke]

My Group is still open to new members, just send me a PM with your email address in it and I will email you our ideas thus far.

Members of my FE group thus far are:

tlcoke (Tracey)
maingal (Lyn)
KyMickeyFan717 (Kathy)
MomlvsGoofy (Sharon) + non Dis Friends
Hideeh (Heidi)
froggy5657 (Gibson)
mla1977 (Megan)
fridayfun (Denise)
BannerMouse (Michael)
NannyRose (Rose)
Rtobe (Ros)
Maroo (Mary)
bigmoonmullen (Mark & Louise + Parents: Dale & Bob)
Alice2020 (Kelly)
brookelizabeth (Brook)

[DVCsince02]

I think it's really cool that there are so many groups. You really will be happy you did when it comes time to deliver and you only have about 12, instead of 200. ;)

[YellowMickeyPonchos]

So apparently the goal is at least 500 cabins -did I hear that right somewhere. Are we all prepared for that? How many do you think will do the FE?

[YellowMickeyPonchos]

As of today, here's the Disneyland group.


Nancy & Ian (yellowmickeyponchos &*conolan
Wendy (wendyinoc)
Don (SFBayDon)
Carol & Michael (disney enabler & merry mouseketeer
Marilee (corky441)
Karin (klam chowder)
Lori (Briar Rosie)
Ros (rtobe)
Ron (guynwdm)


Still accepting members!

[Dodie]

On PCC 1.0, all cabins definitely did not participate in the FE. I think we had about 80 cabins participate and there were definitely more cabins than that.

[kimisabella]

So apparently the goal is at least 500 cabins -did I hear that right somewhere. Are we all prepared for that? How many do you think will do the FE?

I think they meant there are 500 people signed up right now - 500 cabins would be a crazy amount, but, you never know what could happen!!!

[jeanigor]

I think they meant there are 500 people signed up right now - 500 cabins would be a crazy amount, but, you never know what could happen!!!

I think we set a goal of 300 cabins before Labor Day......

[goofybeagle]

My Group is still open to new members, just send me a PM with your email address in it and I will email you our ideas thus far.

Members of my FE group thus far are:

tlcoke (Tracey)
maingal (Lyn)
KyMickeyFan717 (Kathy)
MomlvsGoofy (Sharon) + non Dis Friends
Hideeh (Heidi)
froggy5657 (Gibson)
mla1977 (Megan)
fridayfun (Denise)
BannerMouse (Michael)
NannyRose (Rose)
Rtobe (Ros)
Maroo (Mary)
bigmoonmullen (Mark & Louise + Parents: Dale & Bob)
Alice2020 (Kelly)

Hi Tracey, I am sorry I am so new at this. I tried to see where to PM you from about joining your FE group and couldn't find how. Please help :)

[goofybeagle]

I am in New England too. Maybe we should start a New England group. Interested?

- Scott

Being so new to this whole FE thing I think joining another group the first time around to see what is done is best for me. It is a great idea :idea: but I wouldn't know where to begin. :goodvibes

[disneyholic family]

sorry i'm getting into this thread so late...

so how do the groups work?

if you're in a group, you bring FE gifts just for the other people within your group?

[mainegal]

Where is the Fish Extender manual that SOMEONE promised us?!?!?!! :confused3

[MomlvsGoofy]

Being so new to this whole FE thing I think joining another group the first time around to see what is done is best for me. It is a great idea :idea: but I wouldn't know where to begin. :goodvibes

You are getting in the right group! I am in New England too!:banana:

[YellowMickeyPonchos]

sorry i'm getting into this thread so late...

so how do the groups work?

if you're in a group, you bring FE gifts just for the other people within your group?


Groups get together and pool resources to make and distribute gifts to the entire FE Gift participant list. Being a group means you can split all the tasks. You can split up playing "deliveryman", too - which is the biggest time saver!

[brookelizabeth]

Tracey-I sent you a PM! :goodvibes

ETA: I'm a newbie...looking forward to the FE Primer with pictures for ideas!

[jeanigor]

Tracey-I sent you a PM! :goodvibes

ETA: I'm a newbie...looking forward to the FE Primer with pictures for ideas!

Alright alright. I will see what I can do about posting it tomorrow....

[tlcoke]

My Group is still open to new members, just send me a PM with your email address in it and I will email you our ideas thus far.

Members of my FE group thus far are:

tlcoke (Tracey)
maingal (Lyn)
KyMickeyFan717 (Kathy)
MomlvsGoofy (Sharon) + non Dis Friends
Hideeh (Heidi)
froggy5657 (Gibson)
mla1977 (Megan)
fridayfun (Denise)
BannerMouse (Michael)
NannyRose (Rose)
Rtobe (Ros)
Maroo (Mary)
bigmoonmullen (Mark & Louise + Parents: Dale & Bob)
Alice2020 (Kelly)
brookelizabeth (Brook)

[tlcoke]

Hi Tracey, I am sorry I am so new at this. I tried to see where to PM you from about joining your FE group and couldn't find how. Please help :)

Goofybeagle, I tried to PM you but was unable to. You have PM's Blocked in your profile settings.
If you still want to be a part of my group, click on my Username and you should see the option to PM me. Send me your email address and I will email you our ideas.

[sshaw10060]

Alright. I am ready to be the official leader (wow that sounds important) of the New England FE group. Goofybeagle and Momlvsgoofy if you are interested just PM me. If any other New Englanders want in just let me know.

[jeanigor]

I am working on the draft of the primer. DP is editing it. He is a non-DISer, so he has limited knowledge of what it entails. Also getting a tish of help from my :bride: <nudge, nudge>.

If anyone sees any errors or has suggestions for improvements, please feel free to let me know. It is a working document.

<NOTE---I won't be posting it until I get to work tomorrow and make the corrections we decide upon tonight.>

I will be adding a link to the post in my signature, so if you can find one of my posts, you can find the primer without digging through the thread. If you have trouble finding one of my posts....I'm sorry, I don't know if I can help you.:goodvibes:goodvibes

[Becx N Gav]

sorry i'm getting into this thread so late...

so how do the groups work?

if you're in a group, you bring FE gifts just for the other people within your group?

Join the non US/Canadian group :thumbsup2 so far it is DH and myself and Yvet and Emeil :dance3: WE NEED MORE PEOPLE :yay: :yay: :yay:

[anonymousegirl]

Okay people. I am signed up for the cruise (stateroom 7564) and am interested in participating in a FE group, but sure as heck don't have time to read 300+ posts.

Is there a West Coast group? Or a gals-only group? Or a fat old broads group? I qualify for all of the above.

Warning: I am not arts-and-crafts safe!

[tlcoke]

Okay people. I am signed up for the cruise (stateroom 7564) and am interested in participating in a FE group, but sure as heck don't have time to read 300+ posts.

Is there a West Coast group? Or a gals-only group? Or a fat old broads group? I qualify for all of the above.

Warning: I am not arts-and-crafts safe!

There is a West Coast/DisneyLand group. Nancy (YellowMickeyPonchos) is heading it up and I am sure she would be happy to have you in her group.

[DVCsince02]

I am working on the draft of the primer. DP is editing it. He is a non-DISer, so he has limited knowledge of what it entails. Also getting a tish of help from my :bride: <nudge, nudge>.

If anyone sees any errors or has suggestions for improvements, please feel free to let me know. It is a working document.

<NOTE---I won't be posting it until I get to work tomorrow and make the corrections we decide upon tonight.>

I will be adding a link to the post in my signature, so if you can find one of my posts, you can find the primer without digging through the thread. If you have trouble finding one of my posts....I'm sorry, I don't know if I can help you.:goodvibes:goodvibes

Are you calling me a nudge?:upsidedow

I am reviewing and editing now.:woohoo:

[jeanigor]

Are you calling me a nudge?:upsidedow

I am reviewing and editing now.:woohoo:

No. I was calling you a young beautiful blushing bride that any man would be lucky to be wed to.:blush::blush::goodvibes

Me too!!!

[anonymousegirl]

Okay people. I am signed up for the cruise (stateroom 7564) and am interested in participating in a FE group, but sure as heck don't have time to read 300+ posts.

Is there a West Coast group? Or a gals-only group? Or a fat old broads group? I qualify for all of the above.

Warning: I am not arts-and-crafts safe!

There is a West Coast/DisneyLand group. Nancy (YellowMickeyPonchos) is heading it up and I am sure she would be happy to have you in her group.

What:eek:?? There is no fat old broads group? Well, I guess a West Coast group will suffice:rotfl2:

[goofybeagle]

Goofybeagle, I tried to PM you but was unable to. You have PM's Blocked in your profile settings.
If you still want to be a part of my group, click on my Username and you should see the option to PM me. Send me your email address and I will email you our ideas.

Hi Tracey, I figured it out and sent you a PM :)

[tlcoke]

Hi Tracey, I figured it out and sent you a PM :)

Got it, I just emailed you.

[tlcoke]

My Group is still open to new members, just send me a PM with your email address in it and I will email you our ideas thus far.

Members of my FE group thus far are:

tlcoke (Tracey)
maingal (Lyn)
KyMickeyFan717 (Kathy)
MomlvsGoofy (Sharon) + non Dis Friends
Hideeh (Heidi)
froggy5657 (Gibson)
mla1977 (Megan)
fridayfun (Denise)
BannerMouse (Michael)
NannyRose (Rose)
Rtobe (Ros)
Maroo (Mary)
bigmoonmullen (Mark & Louise + Parents: Dale & Bob)
Alice2020 (Kelly)
brookelizabeth (Brook)
goofybeagle (Tammy)

[L.E. Ott]

What:eek:?? There is no fat old broads group? Well, I guess a West Coast group will suffice:rotfl2:

At the risk of incurring the wrath of all of the um........Large, Elderly, Females, you suggested it Anonymousegirl, so now you gotta start it!!

<--runs and hides behind Paul

[DVCsince02]

Stephan - It's voluptuous worldly ladies.... ;)

[zulemara]

ou ou! I want in! What do I have to do?

[YellowMickeyPonchos]

Okay people. I am signed up for the cruise (stateroom 7564) and am interested in participating in a FE group, but sure as heck don't have time to read 300+ posts.

Is there a West Coast group? Or a gals-only group? Or a fat old broads group? I qualify for all of the above.

Warning: I am not arts-and-crafts safe!

Perfect - you're in. PM me with your email and I'll put you on the distribution list. Yay! We have cool ideas!

[YellowMickeyPonchos]

ou ou! I want in! What do I have to do?

:woohoo:He's excitable! I'll take him (and his free Lagoon boat ride)!!! :woohoo:

You do like Disneyland, zombie-boy, don't you? :rotfl:

[anonymousegirl]

At the risk of incurring the wrath of all of the um........Large, Elderly, Females, you suggested it Anonymousegirl, so now you gotta start it!!

<--runs and hides behind Paul

Thanks, but I'll join the West Coast group and preserve what's left of my dignity.

[klam_chowder]

Thanks, but I'll join the West Coast group and preserve what's left of my dignity.

:welcome:

i can tell it's gonna be a hoot having u in our group! :dance3:

cheers,
:flower3:

[YellowMickeyPonchos]

Your dignity will be elevated high in the DL group.

We even promise we won't make you ride Mickey's Fun Wheel of Death!:rolleyes1

Our little distinguished group now:
Nancy and Ian
Wendy
Karen
Don
Marilee
Lori
Rob
Carol & Michael
Ros (yep - she's doing 2)
Anonymousegirl

[tlcoke]

My Group is still open to new members, just send me a PM with your email address in it and I will email you our ideas thus far.

Members of my FE group thus far are:

tlcoke (Tracey)
maingal (Lyn)
KyMickeyFan717 (Kathy)
MomlvsGoofy (Sharon) + non Dis Friends
Hideeh (Heidi)
froggy5657 (Gibson)
mla1977 (Megan)
fridayfun (Denise)
BannerMouse (Michael)
NannyRose (Rose)
Rtobe (Ros)
Maroo (Mary)
bigmoonmullen (Mark & Louise + Parents: Dale & Bob)
Alice2020 (Kelly)
brookelizabeth (Brook)
goofybeagle (Tammy)
chickie (Jackie)

[brookelizabeth]

<NOTE---I won't be posting it until I get to work tomorrow and make the corrections we decide upon tonight.>


Thanks Todd! :banana:

[YellowMickeyPonchos]

Okay, my group grew with leaps and bounds today! We still have room for more!!!!

Disneyland Fish extender group:

Nancy & Ian (yellowmickeyponchos &*conolan
Wendy (wendyinoc)
Don (SFBayDon)
Carol & Michael (disney enabler & merry mouseketeer
Marilee (corky441)
Karin (klam chowder)
Lori (Briar Rosie)
Ros (rtobe)
Rob (guynwdm)
Lori (anonymousegirl)
Anna (aspen37)
Kim (tickledtink33)

[jeanigor]

Announcing the long awaited, much anticipated, Fish Extender Primer! do do do doo!

[L.E. Ott]

Announcing the long awaited, much anticipated, Fish Extender Primer! do do do doo!

Ok dodododooo.......you forgot the link.

[bigmoonmullen]

Ok dodododooo.......you forgot the link.

I'm glad you said it and not me:thumbsup2

[jeanigor]

The Fish Extender
What is a Fish Extender? Where did it come from? What does it mean to me? What if I am terrified of fishes? All these questions and more answered in this episode of SOAP. :happytv:

Background
A fish extender is a “secret Santa” of sorts. The idea is that a group of DISers exchange gifts during a cruise. The first Fish Extender Exchange is said to have been started during a Panama Canal repositioning cruise. It is called a “Fish Extender” because outside of every stateroom there is a fish mounted on the wall. It was put there by DCL as a way to deliver notes without entering your room. Now DISers use it to hang their Fish Extenders. The actual extender is like increasing the size of your mailbox, if you will.
http://i76.photobucket.com/albums/j24/jeanigor/MyFish.jpg

The idea behind fish extenders is: Share some magic with your fellow DISers.Also known as, its better to give that to receive.

Tell Me More
Fish Extenders have all sorts of looks to them, depending on the cruisers tastes, size of family, specific event, and character.
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http://i76.photobucket.com/albums/j24/jeanigor/0810100001.jpg
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Important Details
Requirements for your Fish Extender are:
•you are able to hang it from the Fish in the hallway (size requirements and zip ties later)
•it has a pocket or pouch to hold the gifts you will receive
That’s it. Breathe. Relax.

Where Do I Get a Fish Extender?
Some folks make their own Fish Extenders.
Some buy Fish Extenders from places like e-bay.
Others find creative things to use as Fish Extenders.
http://i76.photobucket.com/albums/j24/jeanigor/4467_174524620315_638730315_6795262.jpg

Here are some instructions for sewing your own 'traditional' Fish Extender: Sew it yourself Fish Extender (http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=18177280&postcount=27).
Here are some instructions for people that don't/can't sew so well: No-sew Fish Extender (http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=30302583&postcount=609)

Specifications
The wall that the fish extender is hung on is roughly 8” wide. If you make your extender much wider, it will stick out into the hallway and/or hit your stateroom door.
The fish to hang your extender from is about 5’3” off the floor. When deciding upon a length for your extender, be sure you keep in mind that you will hang it from the fish, which will add overall length to your extender.

What’s With This Zip Tie Business
A zip tie (or cable tie) is a handy piece of equipment to secure your fish extender. We don’t want any fish extender nappings. Let’s face it, even on a Disney Cruise; there are people out there that have deviousness running in their veins. The zip tie helps to deter this. This is an explanation from a fellow DISer:
“If you look at the ribbon on any fish extender (that is what you place over the fish) that is how the "extender" hangs on the fish. It is very easy to just remove the extender by just un-hooking it from the fish. So, you take your zip tie and cinch it around both of the ribbons that are hanging from the fish on both sides... and you cinch the zip tie so that the two ribbons squeeze around the fish making it impossible to remove the extender.”
“The zip-tie goes around the ribbon or string that attaches to the fish... and you place it just under the fish... it actually scoots itself up to the fish as you tighten it... the trick is to leave it NOT so tight so that you can get your scissors or nail clippers thru it when you are ready to take it down.”

Think about it like a Club except instead of securing your cars steering wheel, it holds the strap your fish extender hangs from securely to the fish.

The Magic of Fish Extender Gifts
So what do people put in the Fish Extenders? How often do you deliver gifts? What about kids?
People give all sorts of stuff. Here are some pics of Fish Extender bootie.
http://i76.photobucket.com/albums/j24/jeanigor/10-30-2007-174.jpg http://i76.photobucket.com/albums/j24/jeanigor/IMG_0444.jpg
http://i76.photobucket.com/albums/j24/jeanigor/053008_0310.jpg

Gifts can be regional in theme.
Gifts can be Disney related.
Gifts can be event specific.
Gifts can represent you.
Gifts can be almost anything.

Delivering your gifts can be a daunting task. The other people that signed up for the Fish Extender exchange will be all over the ship. Walking the ship isn’t too very tough. Walking the ship, carrying your gifts, trying to find specific staterooms—that’s a different story.

Gifts are delivered throughout the day and night, totally dependent upon your schedule. It did seem that there were a lot of deliveries on the first full day aboard the ship.

Some instances a gift is given to each individual. Sometimes it is given to the entire the cabin. Quite often children get special gifts just for them. If your cabin has a roommate situation, where you both are participating in the Fish Extender Exchange, but do not reside together in real life, please state that when you sign up. Each person would then be listed and each person would receive gifts of their own.

Some important things to remember about gifts:
•Some people have food allergies. (i.e. cinnamon, peanuts, coconut, etc.). If you do, please mention that when you sign up for the Fish Extender list.
•Be aware of how much space will be needed to transport your gifts to the ship (and then home again). I ended up shipping a box (15”x15”x15”) full of FE Stuff home.

Groups
Does the thought of purchasing, assembling, transporting and delivering a massive amount of Fish Extender gifts worry or frighten you? Joining a group may be just the solution to your concerns.

A Fish Extender Group is a group of DISers that pool their resources (money, time, creativity) toward a fish extender gift.

Groups do not need any formal association. They can be random DISers that want to join a group. They can be people from a certain state or country. They can be from a demographic (Redheads, Firemen, Teachers, etc.)

One person should act as a group leader, collecting and distributing input from the rest of the group. It is a good idea to e-mail everyone in the group about the group’s gift.

Once a group’s gift is decided upon, the total cost (don’t forget shipping) is divided between the members of the group.
Onboard, it would be easiest to divide up the total number of staterooms participating in the fish extender exchange between members of the group. For example, if there were 180 staterooms participating, and 12 members in your group, each person would deliver 15 gifts.

Miscelaneous
Signing up for the Fish Extender on your cruise should be relatively easy. Whomever is going to head up the task should be able to keep track of the changes throughout the thread and keep record of them, updating the list as necessary.
From time to time, peoples cabin number changes. If this happens to you, please post a note on the thread so the list can be updated. One of the first few posts of the thread should contain the list of participants, their cabin number, number of adults, number (and age) of children, allergies, and special notes.

If for some reason you cabin number changes close to the sail date, or you upgrade your cabin at the port, that information needs to be shared with the rest of the Fish Extender group. The easiest way to do this is to have an update list posted. Someone who signed up for the Fish Extender Exchange should volunteer to do this.
Now here are a few tips:
1) If you can ship your gifts ahead of time, do it - saves so much room in your luggage. Make sure you allow enough time for your package to arrive prior to the start of the cruise. You don't want to get to the ship and discover that your package did not make it to meet you.
2) Be sure you have room in your luggage for the goodies you will receive. I thought I would have so much room in my suitcase since I had given away the goodies I brought; however, I had just as much to take home!
3) If you are talented and can make your gifts - they are so appreciated. All gifts are awesome, and homemade ones are like icing on the cake! ((or the meringue on the pie!!)
4) Deliver your gifts a floor at a time - maybe one floor a day.
5) Plan your delivery - either map them or organize by number.
6) Trip personalized gifts are awesome - some of the coolest gifts were items that were personalized with our cruise dates or motto (pens, notepads, etc)
7) Fasten your Fish Extender to the fish with a zip tie - there was a report of a near Fish Extender napping on our cruise thread - I think personalizing the Fish Extender helps, too.
8) Make delivering the gifts a family affair. At one point I could hear a cute family whispering outside my door as they had the kids put the goodies in the Fish Extender.

Remember, when you do a Fish Extender you will be the envy of many on the ship! I was stopped a couple of times asking how we got one of those and how could they participate! Of course, those folks have now been informed of the Disboards!

[jeanigor]

Ok dodododooo.......you forgot the link.

I'm glad you said it and not me:thumbsup2

No I was building suspense. :goodvibes

[bigmoonmullen]

No I was building suspense. :goodvibes

Very Nice job... and an excellent comeback.

Mark

[shellyminnie]

:worship::worship::worship::worship::worship:

Well done, Todd!!

[georgemoe]

Very nice job Todd. Worth the wait. :goodvibes
And thanks also to the helpers that assisted you with proof reading. :woohoo:

[tlcoke]

:thumbsup2

Good Job Todd! Thanks for putting this together for us.

Lots of Good Information.


:rolleyes1 I won't tell you about all the typos, I saw

[CinderellasSister]

Thanks for the Primer Todd. You did an awesome job putting it all together.:worship:

[scarlett873]

So exactly what would a group of redheads give as a gift? :idea:


And more importantly...how many redheads are there going on this cruise? :cheer2: I actually have an idea about this...if anyone's interested...


ETA: I got so excited about the redhead thing that I forgot what it was that I wanted to originally say!!!

EXCELLENT JOB TODD!!! The primer is most awesome and chock full of good information! :thumbsup2

[brookelizabeth]

Thank you Todd!!!!!

Now I gotta read it. :rotfl:


ETA: It was great! Everything I have wanted to know. THANKS AGAIN!!!!!!!

[Arizona Rita]

May I just say, WOW!:worship:
Excellent work and thanks so much! I am not part of your cruise but have been on 3 Magic's and will be going to the Baltics next year. I have played once before and will be playing again.
This needs to have its own thread and be with FAQs and for the people who always ask, this should be required reading!
Thanks again and enjoy your cruise!:goodvibes

[tickledtink33]

Awesome FE primer Todd! I'm sure many people will find this very helpful.

[Dodie]

So exactly what would a group of redheads give as a gift? :idea: And more importantly...how many redheads are there going on this cruise? :cheer2: I actually have an idea about this...if anyone's interested...:thumbsup2

LOL. I'm a redhead, but I'm already in a group. I'm curious about your idea though and this whole concept has me laughing.

Oh. And Todd... YOU ROCK! (I know that you know that I already knew that anyway.) Your lesson is awesome. Great job!

[CinderellasSister]

LOL. I'm a redhead, but I'm already in a group. I'm curious about your idea though and this whole concept has me laughing.

Oh. And Todd... YOU ROCK! (I know that you know that I already knew that anyway.) Your lesson is awesome. Great job!

Curiousity is getting the best of this redhead too.... what's your idea?

[bigmoonmullen]

May I just say, WOW!:worship:
Excellent work and thanks so much! I am not part of your cruise but have been on 3 Magic's and will be going to the Baltics next year. I have played once before and will be playing again.
This needs to have its own thread and be with FAQs and for the people who always ask, this should be required reading!
Thanks again and enjoy your cruise!:goodvibes


I have to agree with Arizona Rita. This should be included in the Cruise Forums under their DIS DCL FAQ section!!!

Todd, you and your helpers, really did do a "Excellent" Job... :thumbsup2

Thanks again... it was well worth the wait,

Mark

[YellowMickeyPonchos]

Todd - awsome job!!!

We have a new addition to the DL Group - welcome to zulemara!!!

I'll be sending out an email to my group later today... I've been busy getting stuff prepped for y'all! Make sure I have your email address!!!

[corky441]

:welcome: Welcome to the group Zulemara - guess this means you'll have to recruit the rest of the FE group into the Thrill the Wonder dance troupe.:cool1:

[jeanigor]

LOL. I'm a redhead, but I'm already in a group. I'm curious about your idea though and this whole concept has me laughing.

Oh. And Todd... YOU ROCK! (I know that you know that I already knew that anyway.) Your lesson is awesome. Great job!

Curiousity is getting the best of this redhead too.... what's your idea?

Well, I have red highlights if I let my hair grow long......And who is to say you can't be in two groups?:rolleyes:

[TheBeadPirate]

Hi ya'll!

Thanks for the primer Todd- I hope you don't mind, I posted it to the cruise threads for our October and Christmas cruises.


We may be interested in joining a group gift. Are there any current openings anywhere? I can give vital statistics if need be for group membership verification- location/age/weight/hair color/current attitude/hobbies/eye color/shoe size/Bad Rick says to add sex......well, anyway....:rotfl2:

Just wondering if there's room for 1 more out there somewhere.:rolleyes:

I'll bring cake (or pie) and punch.....

Lori pirate:

[scarlett873]

LOL. I'm a redhead, but I'm already in a group. I'm curious about your idea though and this whole concept has me laughing.

Oh. And Todd... YOU ROCK! (I know that you know that I already knew that anyway.) Your lesson is awesome. Great job!

Curiousity is getting the best of this redhead too.... what's your idea? Well now if I posted my idea here...it wouldn't be a surprise! :rotfl: (I can say that it's not very expensive though)

Well, I have red highlights if I let my hair grow long......And who is to say you can't be in two groups?:rolleyes:Always the overachiever...;)

I'm in a group already too...but depending on the final numbers, it could be fun to be in two groups...

Hi ya'll!

Thanks for the primer Todd- I hope you don't mind, I posted it to the cruise threads for our October and Christmas cruises.


We may be interested in joining a group gift. Are there any current openings anywhere? I can give vital statistics if need be for group membership verification- location/age/weight/hair color/current attitude/hobbies/eye color/shoe size/Bad Rick says to add sex......well, anyway....:rotfl2:

Just wondering if there's room for 1 more out there somewhere.:rolleyes:

I'll bring cake (or pie) and punch.....

Lori pirate:There's always room for more! I think my initial group is full (Jen?), but i'll bet there are lots of other groups! I am considering a redhead group though...nothing $$$ but i've got an idea...

[TheBeadPirate]

Well now if I posted my idea here...it wouldn't be a surprise! :rotfl: (I can say that it's not very expensive though)

Always the overachiever...;)

I'm in a group already too...but depending on the final numbers, it could be fun to be in two groups...

There's always room for more! I think my initial group is full (Jen?), but i'll bet there are lots of other groups! I am considering a redhead group though...nothing $$$ but i've got an idea...

hmmmm, I am a redhead when I go visit my hairdresser.....guess I'll need to save up and visit Devon before the next podcast cruise! Count me in on a redhead group if you get one going!;)

[DVCsince02]

I currently have 12 in my group, but would add 6 more and that's it. 18 will be my limit. We already have an idea in mind, but ideas are always welcome.

[CinderellasSister]

Well now if I posted my idea here...it wouldn't be a surprise! :rotfl: (I can say that it's not very expensive though)



Looks like you're getting some interest, though. Would a PM suffice to help keep the secret?

We're already in a group, but depending on $$$ I could possibly swing a second group.

[mainegal]

We're already in a group, but depending on $$$ I could possibly swing a second group.


What is the "advantage" of being in two groups?
Aren't the groups to save time and money?

[jeanigor]

Well now if I posted my idea here...it wouldn't be a surprise! :rotfl: (I can say that it's not very expensive though)

Always the overachiever...;)

I'm in a group already too...but depending on the final numbers, it could be fun to be in two groups...

There's always room for more! I think my initial group is full (Jen?), but i'll bet there are lots of other groups! I am considering a redhead group though...nothing $$$ but i've got an idea...

hmmmm, I am a redhead when I go visit my hairdresser.....guess I'll need to save up and visit Devon before the next podcast cruise! Count me in on a redhead group if you get one going!;)

Looks like you're getting some interest, though. Would a PM suffice to help keep the secret?

We're already in a group, but depending on $$$ I could possibly swing a second group.

That's the spirit!!!!!!


And did you post the link or just the entire thing Lori/Rick?

[TheBeadPirate]

I currently have 12 in my group, but would add 6 more and that's it. 18 will be my limit. We already have an idea in mind, but ideas are always welcome.
Jen, when you get a chance can you PM me a ballpark $$ figure for your group? If you have room and I can swing it, I'd like to join!

That's the spirit!!!!!!


And did you post the link or just the entire thing Lori/Rick?

I posted a link to the post with the whole thing (did that make sense?!?) The feedback already has been terrific!


Ummm, and it's Lori!:cutie:

[Scooby3x1y]

The Fish Extender
What is a Fish Extender? Where did it come from? What does it mean to me? What if I am terrified of fishes? All these questions and more answered in this episode of SOAP. :happytv:

Background
A fish extender is a “secret Santa” of sorts. The idea is that a group of DISers exchange gifts during a cruise. The first Fish Extender Exchange is said to have been started during a Panama Canal repositioning cruise. It is called a “Fish Extender” because outside of every stateroom there is a fish mounted on the wall. It was put there by DCL as a way to deliver notes without entering your room. Now DISers use it to hang their Fish Extenders. The actual extender is like increasing the size of your mailbox, if you will.
http://i76.photobucket.com/albums/j24/jeanigor/MyFish.jpg

The idea behind fish extenders is: Share some magic with your fellow DISers.Also known as, its better to give that to receive.

Tell Me More
Fish Extenders have all sorts of looks to them, depending on the cruisers tastes, size of family, specific event, and character.
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Important Details
Requirements for your Fish Extender are:
•you are able to hang it from the Fish in the hallway (size requirements and zip ties later)
•it has a pocket or pouch to hold the gifts you will receive
That’s it. Breathe. Relax.

Where Do I Get a Fish Extender?
Some folks make their own Fish Extenders.
Some buy Fish Extenders from places like e-bay.
Others find creative things to use as Fish Extenders.
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Here are some instructions for sewing your own 'traditional' Fish Extender: Sew it yourself Fish Extender (http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=18177280&postcount=27).
Here are some instructions for people that don't/can't sew so well: No-sew Fish Extender (http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=30302583&postcount=609)

Specifications
The wall that the fish extender is hung on is roughly 8” wide. If you make your extender much wider, it will stick out into the hallway and/or hit your stateroom door.
The fish to hang your extender from is about 5’3” off the floor. When deciding upon a length for your extender, be sure you keep in mind that you will hang it from the fish, which will add overall length to your extender.

What’s With This Zip Tie Business
A zip tie (or cable tie) is a handy piece of equipment to secure your fish extender. We don’t want any fish extender nappings. Let’s face it, even on a Disney Cruise; there are people out there that have deviousness running in their veins. The zip tie helps to deter this. This is an explanation from a fellow DISer:
“If you look at the ribbon on any fish extender (that is what you place over the fish) that is how the "extender" hangs on the fish. It is very easy to just remove the extender by just un-hooking it from the fish. So, you take your zip tie and cinch it around both of the ribbons that are hanging from the fish on both sides... and you cinch the zip tie so that the two ribbons squeeze around the fish making it impossible to remove the extender.”
“The zip-tie goes around the ribbon or string that attaches to the fish... and you place it just under the fish... it actually scoots itself up to the fish as you tighten it... the trick is to leave it NOT so tight so that you can get your scissors or nail clippers thru it when you are ready to take it down.”

Think about it like a Club except instead of securing your cars steering wheel, it holds the strap your fish extender hangs from securely to the fish.

The Magic of Fish Extender Gifts
So what do people put in the Fish Extenders? How often do you deliver gifts? What about kids?
People give all sorts of stuff. Here are some pics of Fish Extender bootie.
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Gifts can be regional in theme.
Gifts can be Disney related.
Gifts can be event specific.
Gifts can represent you.
Gifts can be almost anything.

Delivering your gifts can be a daunting task. The other people that signed up for the Fish Extender exchange will be all over the ship. Walking the ship isn’t too very tough. Walking the ship, carrying your gifts, trying to find specific staterooms—that’s a different story.

Gifts are delivered throughout the day and night, totally dependent upon your schedule. It did seem that there were a lot of deliveries on the first full day aboard the ship.

Some instances a gift is given to each individual. Sometimes it is given to the entire the cabin. Quite often children get special gifts just for them. If your cabin has a roommate situation, where you both are participating in the Fish Extender Exchange, but do not reside together in real life, please state that when you sign up. Each person would then be listed and each person would receive gifts of their own.

Some important things to remember about gifts:
•Some people have food allergies. (i.e. cinnamon, peanuts, coconut, etc.). If you do, please mention that when you sign up for the Fish Extender list.
•Be aware of how much space will be needed to transport your gifts to the ship (and then home again). I ended up shipping a box (15”x15”x15”) full of FE Stuff home.

Groups
Does the thought of purchasing, assembling, transporting and delivering a massive amount of Fish Extender gifts worry or frighten you? Joining a group may be just the solution to your concerns.

A Fish Extender Group is a group of DISers that pool their resources (money, time, creativity) toward a fish extender gift.

Groups do not need any formal association. They can be random DISers that want to join a group. They can be people from a certain state or country. They can be from a demographic (Redheads, Firemen, Teachers, etc.)

One person should act as a group leader, collecting and distributing input from the rest of the group. It is a good idea to e-mail everyone in the group about the group’s gift.

Once a group’s gift is decided upon, the total cost (don’t forget shipping) is divided between the members of the group.
Onboard, it would be easiest to divide up the total number of staterooms participating in the fish extender exchange between members of the group. For example, if there were 180 staterooms participating, and 12 members in your group, each person would deliver 15 gifts.

Miscelaneous
Signing up for the Fish Extender on your cruise should be relatively easy. Whomever is going to head up the task should be able to keep track of the changes throughout the thread and keep record of them, updating the list as necessary.
From time to time, peoples cabin number changes. If this happens to you, please post a note on the thread so the list can be updated. One of the first few posts of the thread should contain the list of participants, their cabin number, number of adults, number (and age) of children, allergies, and special notes.

If for some reason you cabin number changes close to the sail date, or you upgrade your cabin at the port, that information needs to be shared with the rest of the Fish Extender group. The easiest way to do this is to have an update list posted. Someone who signed up for the Fish Extender Exchange should volunteer to do this.
Now here are a few tips:
1) If you can ship your gifts ahead of time, do it - saves so much room in your luggage. Make sure you allow enough time for your package to arrive prior to the start of the cruise. You don't want to get to the ship and discover that your package did not make it to meet you.
2) Be sure you have room in your luggage for the goodies you will receive. I thought I would have so much room in my suitcase since I had given away the goodies I brought; however, I had just as much to take home!
3) If you are talented and can make your gifts - they are so appreciated. All gifts are awesome, and homemade ones are like icing on the cake! ((or the meringue on the pie!!)
4) Deliver your gifts a floor at a time - maybe one floor a day.
5) Plan your delivery - either map them or organize by number.
6) Trip personalized gifts are awesome - some of the coolest gifts were items that were personalized with our cruise dates or motto (pens, notepads, etc)
7) Fasten your Fish Extender to the fish with a zip tie - there was a report of a near Fish Extender napping on our cruise thread - I think personalizing the Fish Extender helps, too.
8) Make delivering the gifts a family affair. At one point I could hear a cute family whispering outside my door as they had the kids put the goodies in the Fish Extender.

Remember, when you do a Fish Extender you will be the envy of many on the ship! I was stopped a couple of times asking how we got one of those and how could they participate! Of course, those folks have now been informed of the Disboards!

Thanks for the great post! Even as an experienced Dis' Cruiser, I didn't know about the zip ties. This would be great information to share on a constant running post. ;)

[BriarRosie]

LOL. I'm a redhead, but I'm already in a group. I'm curious about your idea though and this whole concept has me laughing.

Oh. And Todd... YOU ROCK! (I know that you know that I already knew that anyway.) Your lesson is awesome. Great job!

Curiousity is getting the best of this redhead too.... what's your idea?

hmmmm, I am a redhead when I go visit my hairdresser.....guess I'll need to save up and visit Devon before the next podcast cruise! Count me in on a redhead group if you get one going!;)

Ok, as a redhead, I want to become a member of the Red-Headed League, too! :laughing: Lori and I could have our own sub-group of a sub-group by being redheads named Lori! :rotfl2: I'm part of the DLR group, but I think being part of the redhead group would be a lot of fun, too.

And Todd: You so totally ROCK! As Dodie already stated. And yes, the fish extenders started on the Inagural Panama Canal repo cruise. My friend went on that, designed the "Repo THIS!" tshirt. :laughing: She told me that she has one of the original fish extenders. And I'm totally ignorant of the process!

[scarlett873]

Alright redheads...i'll see what I can pull together here and send out PM's! :thumbsup2

[jeanigor]

Alright redheads...i'll see what I can pull together here and send out PM's! :thumbsup2

Do highlights count??? If not, I do have a lovely auburn coiffure that goes well with a little blue and sparkly number.


Oh and FYI, I was just putting that out there as one way to organize people. I could have said Left Handed people born on Thursday afternoons......(I'm ambidextrous, Tuesday morning.)

Or by Zodiac....any other Scorpio's want to give scorpion lollipops......j/k. j/k. j/k.


[ETA: Wow that came out really snarky. Didn't mean it that way. All in fun. All in fun.]

[tlcoke]

I am Closing my group to new members.


Members of my FE group are:

tlcoke (Tracey)
maingal (Lyn)
KyMickeyFan717 (Kathy)
MomlvsGoofy (Sharon) + non Dis Friends
Hideeh (Heidi)
froggy5657 (Gibson)
mla1977 (Megan)
fridayfun (Denise)
BannerMouse (Michael)
NannyRose (Rose)
Rtobe (Ros)
Maroo (Mary)
bigmoonmullen (Mark & Louise + Parents: Dale & Bob)
Alice2020 (Kelly)
brookelizabeth (Brook)
goofybeagle (Tammy)
chickie (Jackie)
cv workout (Colleen)

[scarlett873]

What is the "advantage" of being in two groups?
Aren't the groups to save time and money?

No advantage...just a personal choice. :thumbsup2

[Tonya2426]

Alright redheads...i'll see what I can pull together here and send out PM's! :thumbsup2

Does auburn count? :confused3

[Illini Disney Guy]

I know that I am really late to the party but is there room for 1 more in anybodys group. We are first time cruisers and wanted to read the FE Primer before we did anything. Is there room still??

T

[klam_chowder]

I know that I am really late to the party but is there room for 1 more in anybodys group. We are first time cruisers and wanted to read the FE Primer before we did anything. Is there room still??

T

:welcome:

Don't worry we're over 500 days out :lmao: - IMHO there still will be lots of people joining and lots of groups forming :goodvibes

cheers,
:flower3:

[wdwscout]

I know that I am really late to the party but is there room for 1 more in anybodys group. We are first time cruisers and wanted to read the FE Primer before we did anything. Is there room still??

T

:welcome:

Don't worry we're over 500 days out :lmao: - IMHO there still will be lots of people joining and lots of groups forming :goodvibes

cheers,
:flower3:

There's plenty of time- I hope ;) We're not in a group yet either.
Don't know what I'm waiting for but I know we'll get in one eventually!

[TheBeadPirate]

Ok, as a redhead, I want to become a member of the Red-Headed League, too! :laughing: Lori and I could have our own sub-group of a sub-group by being redheads named Lori! :rotfl2: I'm part of the DLR group, but I think being part of the redhead group would be a lot of fun, too.

And Todd: You so totally ROCK! As Dodie already stated. And yes, the fish extenders started on the Inagural Panama Canal repo cruise. My friend went on that, designed the "Repo THIS!" tshirt. :laughing: She told me that she has one of the original fish extenders. And I'm totally ignorant of the process!

Hey Lori! A little OT but when are ya'll F&WF this year? We're doing Oct16-17, a cruise, then 23-25. Just wondering if it was possible that we might cross paths finally (!) this year?


Does auburn count? :confused3

I'm hoping so- cause that's what I end up when I get mine done!;)

[sshaw10060]

The New England FE group is rapidly growing. We are now up to two members. We are an equal opportunity group accepting members of all hair colors. If interested PM me.

[jeanigor]

As Klam has said we are quite a ways out. There will be plenty of time to join a group if you so desire...(joining a group is NOT mandatory...just easier in my {and quite a few other people's} opinion)

[scarlett873]

So far we have a few redheads in the group!

Me, Lori, & CinderellasSister have confirmed...

Tonya...would you to like to join in too? If Lori's auburn and she's in...then so are you!

Toddles...i'm awaiting group approval to allow a highlighted redhead to join in...:rotfl: Just teasing you...you know that you are always welcome to join us too! Kisses!! ;)

[jeanigor]

Toddles...i'm awaiting group approval to allow a highlighted redhead to join in...:rotfl:

If you're waiting for photographic proof, I have to figure a way for it not to turn into the next Señor Jorge scandal.......

[scarlett873]

If you're waiting for photographic proof, I have to figure a way for it not to turn into the next Señor Jorge scandal.......
Uh....yes...we need to have photographic evidence...:rolleyes1



Always up for a good scandal...;)

[MonkeyPants]

thanks for the primer!

[mainegal]

Was the fish extenders planning done this far in advance for PCC 1.0?

[Tonya2426]

So far we have a few redheads in the group!

Me, Lori, & CinderellasSister have confirmed...

Tonya...would you to like to join in too? If Lori's auburn and she's in...then so are you!

Toddles...i'm awaiting group approval to allow a highlighted redhead to join in...:rotfl: Just teasing you...you know that you are always welcome to join us too! Kisses!! ;)


I'm in!!!

And pending photographic proof, I approve of Toddles initiation in to the group. :goodvibes

[jeanigor]

Was the fish extenders planning done this far in advance for PCC 1.0?

Not at all. The Fish Extender sign up for PCC 1.0 was started less than 9 months prior. People continued to sign up until the week beforehand.

[jeanigor]

Uh....yes...we need to have photographic evidence...:rolleyes1



Always up for a good scandal...;)

I'm in!!!

And pending photographic proof, I approve of Toddles initiation in to the group. :goodvibes

So its put up or shut up time? Let me see if I can find a family friendly one....

[scarlett873]

So its put up or shut up time? Let me see if I can find a family friendly one....
Oh this ought to be good...:thumbsup2

[adctd2WDW]

I want to thank jeanigor for the explanation of what a fish extender is. I have been a regular of the Dis boards for quite some time and have looked for this info. before and could not find it. Unfortunately, I am not going on a Disney cruise anytime soon, but I know I will one day. There is no doubt in my mind. I have seen the FE mentioned many times and always wondered.... What a wonderful idea!!! Just goes to show why I love Disney and how wonderful Disney fans are. I can't wait to participate in this one day.

[mainegal]

The Fish Extender sign up for PCC 1.0 was started less than 9 months prior. People continued to sign up until the week beforehand.



Do you think we are jumping on it too fast? :confused3

It will be over a year from now that we will really know how many gifts we need, right? :confused3

[jeanigor]

I want to thank jeanigor for the explanation of what a fish extender is. I have been a regular of the Dis boards for quite some time and have looked for this info. before and could not find it. Unfortunately, I am not going on a Disney cruise anytime soon, but I know I will one day. There is no doubt in my mind. I have seen the FE mentioned many times and always wondered.... What a wonderful idea!!! Just goes to show why I love Disney and how wonderful Disney fans are. I can't wait to participate in this one day.

You're welcome.:goodvibes

Do you think we are jumping on it too fast? :confused3

It will be over a year from now that we will really know how many gifts we need, right? :confused3

I think right now is a good time to get to know each other, and maybe start thinking about your Fish Extender & ideas for a gift.

I will admit that I am a bit of a procrastinator. I didn't finish my Fish Extender until the night before I flew down to Florida. It was sitting on my kitchen counter for the few hours I slept that night, drying. It was the last thing I packed into my suitcase.

We won't know the exact number of staterooms that sign up for it until much closer to the cruise. Setting a sign up deadline can be controversial. On one hand, you need to know how many gifts to prepare and bring. Yet on the other, you would like everyone to have a chance to participate.

For the exact number of rooms compared to the actual number of gift we brought, I would have to defer to our group leader.

[DVCsince02]

You're welcome.:goodvibes



I think right now is a good time to get to know each other, and maybe start thinking about your Fish Extender & ideas for a gift.

I will admit that I am a bit of a procrastinator. I didn't finish my Fish Extender until the night before I flew down to Florida. It was sitting on my kitchen counter for the few hours I slept that night, drying. It was the last thing I packed into my suitcase.

We won't know the exact number of staterooms that sign up for it until much closer to the cruise. Setting a sign up deadline can be controversial. On one hand, you need to know how many gifts to prepare and bring. Yet on the other, you would like everyone to have a chance to participate.

For the exact number of rooms compared to the actual number of gift we brought, I would have to defer to our group leader.

What, who me?

We had 80 rooms sign up for 1.0. We added enough for the podcast crew and about 10 extra.:teacher:

[farmergirl]

I was the one who originally asked agoofymon about a Canadian group!! So far we are 4, we will see who else is interested and decide on a suitable gift!! Of course we do have a lot of time to figure that out!!!

Hi there. Is the Canadian Group all filled up??? I will have to talk to my husband about the FE thing yet but a group sounds like the way to go from what I have been reading. Would there be room for 2 more. Don't know much about it. We have never even been on a cruise before. But the whole idea sure does sound like fun :)

[BriarRosie]

What, who me?

We had 80 rooms sign up for 1.0. We added enough for the podcast crew and about 10 extra.:teacher:

Hmm, I didn't think about the extras. That's a good idea to bring extra "just in case". I'm sure the Fearless Leader of the group I'm in probably already thought of this. She's scarily efficient. :laughing:

[maiziezoe]

Great job on the primer, Todd. You are awesome. :worship:

I'm looking for a group to join. Unfortunately, I am no longer a redhead. ;)

[mainegal]

What do people prefer for F.E. gifts?

Something consumable that won't need to be packed and brought home?

Or a "souvenir" that will need suitcase space and will need to be packed away or displayed or dusted once you get home?

[jeanigor]

What do people prefer for F.E. gifts?

Something consumable that won't need to be packed and brought home?

Or a "souvenir" that will need suitcase space and will need to be packed away or displayed or dusted once you get home?

Great timing!! I was just going to post some pics of the Fish Extender Gifts we received during PCC 1.0.

And there was so much stuff I had to move into the media room. It outgrew the photography studio/spare bath very quickly....

(Sorry if you gave candy...it may have been consumed by DP or myself prior to taking the pics...)

http://i76.photobucket.com/albums/j24/jeanigor/P1100096.jpg

http://i76.photobucket.com/albums/j24/jeanigor/P1100097.jpg

http://i76.photobucket.com/albums/j24/jeanigor/P1100098.jpg

http://i76.photobucket.com/albums/j24/jeanigor/P1100099.jpg

http://i76.photobucket.com/albums/j24/jeanigor/P1100100.jpg

http://i76.photobucket.com/albums/j24/jeanigor/P1100101.jpg

http://i76.photobucket.com/albums/j24/jeanigor/P1100102.jpg

http://i76.photobucket.com/albums/j24/jeanigor/P1100103.jpg

I'm sorry Gibson that I left your CD out. It was in my player in the car.:guilty:

[mainegal]

Oh my, Todd! That is a lot of STUFF!

I love getting presents. But will all that fit in the suitcase to bring home? And once I get it home, what do I do with it?!

Back to my question - let's here from more people.

Consumables or packables?

[froggy5657]

Great timing!!
I'm sorry Gibson that I left your CD out. It was in my player in the car.:guilty:

That's OK, I am glad it is in use! I just spent 5 minutes looking at the photo trying to find my gift before I read this. I found that amusing. Oh by the by Todd, even though I already knew all about FE's I throughly enjoyed reading your primer, and will probably read it again! (I reread very few things, so it has to be uber awesome!)

[Arizona Rita]

Hi Guys!
In the above pic there is a postpad on Mickey scrapbook paper with what looks like maybe a ribbon and pencil? To whomever made that~Cute!!
Remember that imitation is the highest form of flattery and if I knew who you were I would ask directly but.... I am sraplifting your idea and thanks in advance!:hippie:

Thats a lot of stuff! How many were in that group?

[tinkbutt]

ok I'M IN!!!! YAY!!!!:goodvibes:banana::banana::banana: Can I join a Group.... are there any still open???


Our door can count as one gift but please if there is peanut butter My Brian is a peanut butter monster I won't see a Tsp of peanut butter!!

[jeanigor]

ok I'M IN!!!! YAY!!!!:goodvibes:banana::banana::banana: Can I join a Group.... are there any still open???

I am sure there are groups still open. After DAP I will start a thread to help ensure everyone that wants to be in one, has found a group.

Our door can count as one gift but please if there is peanut butter My Brian is a peanut butter monster I won't see a Tsp of peanut butter!!

Thank you.:goodvibes

[YellowMickeyPonchos]

Hmm, I didn't think about the extras. That's a good idea to bring extra "just in case". I'm sure the Fearless Leader of the group I'm in probably already thought of this. She's scarily efficient. :laughing:

Me - Scarily efficient..... ummmm......

Ok.


:rotfl::rotfl::rotfl::rotfl::rotfl::rotfl::rotfl:

We still have room in the Disneyland group, so if you love Walt's original park, are from the West Coast, or want to be in the hands of a scarily efficient maniacal DL Correspondent....

Sign up now!

Warning..... you may need to learn Thriller... guess who's in our group!!!!:woohoo::woohoo::woohoo:

[disneydafty]

Join the non US/Canadian group :thumbsup2 so far it is DH and myself and Yvet and Emeil :dance3: WE NEED MORE PEOPLE :yay: :yay: :yay:

Can we join your group too ? John & Karen from Bonnie Scotland :)

[jeanigor]

Can we join your group too ? John & Karen from Bonnie Scotland :)

Woo Hoo more international flair!!!! :cool1::cool1::yay::yay:

[OKW Lover]

Can we join your group too ? John & Karen from Bonnie Scotland :)

Woo Hoo more international flair!!!! :cool1::cool1::yay::yay:

More Kilts! :cool2:

[DebbieT11]

Hmmmm.... mine was scrapbook inspired... but no ribbon... it's the cute little post-it notepad holder with a shiny mickey head on the closure.... tucked under one of the CDs in this photo

http://i76.photobucket.com/albums/j24/jeanigor/P1100102.jpg

I had some post-it notepads made up with "First Podcast Cruise" on the lime green pads... and made individual covers for them.

If you'd like one, I have a few extras and would be happy to pop one in the mail to you...just PM me here!

Hi Guys!
In the above pic there is a postpad on Mickey scrapbook paper with what looks like maybe a ribbon and pencil? To whomever made that~Cute!!
Remember that imitation is the highest form of flattery and if I knew who you were I would ask directly but.... I am sraplifting your idea and thanks in advance!:hippie:

Thats a lot of stuff! How many were in that group?

[Cherinva]

Hi everyone. This is my first cruise, so I'm new to all of this. I like the idea of the fish extender and I think I would like to be in on it. My DD and DGD will be with me, so I think I will get them to help out on it. Keep us Posted.

[Cherinva]

So I had a thought.. you know how Kevin has been taunting us non cruisers with the extra gift baskets... What if we made like 3 extra Fish extender packs up and pulled names of 3 non cruisers who had signed up before hand and we mailed them a Fish Extender package from CC or port when we got back?!? Would everyone be willing to make a few extras for our DIS friends who cannot be with us?

I think that's a great idea.

[Cherinva]

I currently have 12 in my group, but would add 6 more and that's it. 18 will be my limit. We already have an idea in mind, but ideas are always welcome.

I would love to join your group if you still have room. Not sure how to PM you...Never mind, I figured it out...sent you a PM

[jeanigor]

I would love to join your group if you still have room. Not sure how to PM you.

•In the top right there is a box (most likely its lavender colored) click on the underlined words Private Messages.

•Over on the left hand side of the screen there is a list of choices. Click on Send New Message

•In the box labeled Recipients, type the board name of whomever you want to send your message to. Currently you may send your message to up to 5 people at once. I believe the system will automatically narrow down your recipient the more you type.

•Type your message and subject, hit submit. And violà, you're done.:):)

[Cherinva]

•In the top right there is a box (most likely its lavender colored) click on the underlined words Private Messages.

•Over on the left hand side of the screen there is a list of choices. Click on Send New Message

•In the box labeled Recipients, type the board name of whomever you want to send your message to. Currently you may send your message to up to 5 people at once. I believe the system will automatically narrow down your recipient the more you type.

•Type your message and subject, hit submit. And violà, you're done.:):)

Thanks so much. This is all new to me, but I am a fast learner.

[YellowMickeyPonchos]

We've added a few more folks into the DL Group since I last posted and more are welcome. PM me if you want to join us! We are up to17!!!! :banana::banana::banana::banana::banana:


Our idea mavens have been extremely busy and we even have one sub-team formed. (Karen is in charge of that one - have the idea, win the control :lmao:)


Here's our list of folks so far:


Nancy & Ian (yellowmickeyponchos &*conolan
Wendy (wendyinoc)
Don (SFBayDon)
Carol & Michael (disney enabler & merry mouseketeer)
AGoofyMom - Donna
Marilee (corky441)
Karen (klam chowder)
Lori (Briar Rosie)
Ros (rtobe)
Rob (guynwdm)
Lori (anonymousegirl)
Anna (aspen37)
Kim (tickledtink33)
Thommy (zulemara)

Welcome new additions...
Gibson (froggy5657)
Todd (jeanigor)
De Ann (deann)
Tanya (tanyabanana)

If you love DL or live on the West Coast, our group is for you!

[aGoofyMom]

We've added a few more folks into the DL Group since I last posted and more are welcome. PM me if you want to join us! We are up to17!!!! :banana::banana::banana::banana::banana:


Our idea mavens have been extremely busy and we even have one sub-team formed. (Karen is in charge of that one - have the idea, win the control :lmao:)


Here's our list of folks so far:


Nancy & Ian (yellowmickeyponchos &*conolan
Wendy (wendyinoc)
Don (SFBayDon)
Carol & Michael (disney enabler & merry mouseketeer
Marilee (corky441)
Karen (klam chowder)
Lori (Briar Rosie)
Ros (rtobe)
Rob (guynwdm)
Lori (anonymousegirl)
Anna (aspen37)
Kim (tickledtink33)
Thommy (zulemara)

Welcome new additions...
Gibson (froggy5657)
Todd (jeanigor)
De Ann (deann)
Tanya (tanyabanana)

If you love DL or live on the West Coast, our group is for you!

Are you SURE everyone is listed? :rolleyes1
Just sayin'...

I keep finding myself wandering listlessly!

[jeanigor]

I keep finding myself wandering listlessly!



:rotfl::rotfl::rotfl::rotfl::rotfl:

[Cherinva]

Hi Ya'll...if there is a group still looking for a new member, I'm available....please let me know. This sounds like such fun and I would love to be a part of it. :cheer2:

[jeanigor]

Hi Ya'll...if there is a group still looking for a new member, I'm available....please let me know. This sounds like such fun and I would love to be a part of it. :cheer2:

There will be tons of time!!!! But I know some groups are still trolling/fishing for members.:happytv::happytv::lmao::lmao:

[YellowMickeyPonchos]

Are you SURE everyone is listed? :rolleyes1
Just sayin'...

I keep finding myself wandering listlessly!

Oh call me Charlie and put a tutu on me....

[aGoofyMom]

Oh call me Charlie and put a tutu on me....

:confused3 I don't get the reference...

:wave2:

but I still love ya! :hug:

[jeanigor]

:confused3 I don't get the reference...

:wave2:

but I still love ya! :hug:

Must be a California thing:confused3

[corky441]

Oh call me Charlie and put a tutu on me....

Tiaras & tutus - this is definately the "fun" group ;)

[YellowMickeyPonchos]

No reference - just the first thing that popped into my head. I was just going to edit it and tell Donna she missed it, but the. I thought "Where's the fun in that"....

Oh yeah - and also because it's hard to edit posts on iPhone.

[mainegal]

Oh yeah - and also because it's hard to edit posts on iPhone.

You are saying that iPhones are not the absolutely best thing since sliced bread?! Don't tell Pete and the gang!

[YellowMickeyPonchos]

You can edit from the top 10 lines - there's no scrolling on the subwindow!

Other than that - sliced bread with butter baby!:thumbsup2

[tlcoke]

You can edit from the top 10 lines - there's no scrolling on the subwindow!

Other than that - sliced bread with butter baby!:thumbsup2

Try Holding your finger on the screen until you get the Magnifying Glass, then move it upward and it will scroll the screen and allow you to find your place to edit.

[Plutes]

Count Jimmy & I in, too, please! (Sent you a PM, Jen!)

Sorry we're a little late - what else is new!! :sad2:

[jeanigor]

Count Jimmy & I in, too, please! (Sent you a PM, Jen!)

Sorry we're a little late - what else is new!! :sad2:

Plenty of time my friend, plenty of time.

[Becx N Gav]

Can we join your group too ? John & Karen from Bonnie Scotland :)

Of course

:welcome: :welcome: :welcome:

Hopefully more will join in the mean time - please let me know if you have any ideas :thumbsup2

[sshaw10060]

The New England FE group is still looking for members. You don't even have to be from NE we'll take anyone that can find us on a map:rotfl2:

[Plutes]

Plenty of time my friend, plenty of time.

Thanks!

I have to get my butt on here more often...I've fallen so far behind on everything lately! hmmm...maybe I should quit my job - it gets in the way of my DIS time too often!! Sounds like a great idea to me - I wonder if Jimmy would agree to that...oooohh, honnneeeyyy???? :rolleyes1

[YellowMickeyPonchos]

Okay - I think the Disneyland Group is finally closed. We just added our last 4 folks.

I will post the new member list as soon as I get my act together. :thumbsup2

Jen - would you like me to include our cabin numbers in that list, so you can steal from it later for the master spreadsheet?

Our gift is seriously in the planning stages right now and we are all very excited. DL FE Group - look for more info to roll out to you in the coming weeks!

[DVCsince02]

Okay - I think the Disneyland Group is finally closed. We just added our last 4 folks.

I will post the new member list as soon as I get my act together. :thumbsup2

Jen - would you like me to include our cabin numbers in that list, so you can steal from it later for the master spreadsheet?

Our gift is seriously in the planning stages right now and we are all very excited. DL FE Group - look for more info to roll out to you in the coming weeks!

The final list includes screen name, real first names of all, cabin number, total people, total adults, total kids with gender and age. If you have that you can post it, or just wait. I don't plan on making the list until after the new year.

:surfweb:<-------Mt. Dew, not coffee.

[shellyminnie]

FYI - for those in my FE group: You should have an invitation in your inboxes on FB for a group that I just started on FB for our FE Group!!

HOw's that for abbreviating?? :rotfl2:

[jeanigor]

The final list includes screen name, real first names of all, cabin number, total people, total adults, total kids with gender and age. If you have that you can post it, or just wait. I don't plan on making the list until after the new year.

:surfweb:<-------Mt. Dew, not coffee.

Yeah, let's wait until DAP is over with before we even consider a new spreadsheet.

FYI - for those in my FE group: You should have an invitation in your inboxes on FB for a group that I just started on FB for our FE Group!!

HOw's that for abbreviating?? :rotfl2:

idk. IMHO, i think you could have done better.:goodvibes

[CDolacki2003]

Whoopie I am part of a group:banana::banana::banana:

And boy are we cool:thumbsup2

[Renysmom]

I haven't heard from my group in a awhile..

Are we still a group?? :goodvibes

[shellyminnie]

I haven't heard from my group in a awhile..

Are we still a group?? :goodvibes

Yes Kelly. You should have gotten an invite on FB earlier today!! Let me know if you didn't get it. :goodvibes

[Renysmom]

Yes Kelly. You should have gotten an invite on FB earlier today!! Let me know if you didn't get it. :goodvibes

No invite :(

[cdnmickeylover]

Can we join the international group?

Fiona

[Becx N Gav]

Can we join the international group?

Fiona

Hi Fiona :wave: welcome to the world of FE's :cool1:

I'm not sure if there is a specific Canadian group but we currently have a few Brits and people from the Netherlands and are quite happy to pick up any strays :banana:

Let me know if you want to join us and any ideas (via PM so we can keep it secret ;)) it'll be great to have you - I'm hoping for double figures as it will make it easier to split the cost and deliver the goodies :woohoo:

[rtobe]

Gee, missed a bit on this thread Todd, thanks for putting the FE primer together :worship:. The "no sew" option very helpful - I seem to be lacking the arts and crafts gene.

[tinkbutt]

I Still need a group :( I am still a lonely One.......... someone please adopt me I'm artsy and creative :)

[crazydisneyman]

After doing this by myself and walking the ship for two hours passing out gifts....

I really need a group. :)

Shelly, can I join your group?

[shellyminnie]

After doing this by myself and walking the ship for two hours passing out gifts....

I really need a group. :)

Shelly, can I join your group?

Maybe . . . if you think you can behave yourself?? :rotfl2:

[crazydisneyman]

Maybe . . . if you think you can behave yourself?? :rotfl2:

Well you know me Shelly. That might be difficult. :lmao:

BTW, the pther poeple in my group are Kim, Ginny, Jenny (Mom), and David (Brother). Can they also be in the group????

The more the merrier, and it could be fun to have a crazy family. :rotfl:

[shellyminnie]

Well you know me Shelly. That might be difficult. :lmao:

BTW, the pther poeple in my group are Kim, Ginny, Jenny (Mom), and David (Brother). Can they also be in the group????

The more the merrier, and it could be fun to have a crazy family. :rotfl:

As long as you try . . .;)

[Cherinva]

I'm in! Cabin 6634 - 2 adults...no cinnamon please! :)


But how do we top the Fun on a Boat bag??? :woohoo:

Hey Neighbor....we are in room 6633

[crazydisneyman]

As long as you try . . .;)

I will try, but I can't guarantee anything. LOL :lmao:

[Cherinva]

I got the supplies to make my fish extender....it's going to look great.

[guynwdm]

I got the supplies to make my fish extender....it's going to look great.

Cool, What are you going to do?

[Cherinva]

Cool, What are you going to do?

I bought a green Christmas Print for the extender, then bought some Disney licensed material for the pockets, with Mickey and the gang...lots of red. I'm going to use a bright yellow binding to hold it all together. Then, I bought some sew on Disney patches that I'm going to decorate it with. I figure that I can use it for more that just the cruise...during Christmas, I can hang it and put Christmas Cards in it.

[DVCsince02]

Which reminds me. I have this for use at home during the holidays, but it would work PERFECTLY as a FE. Size and pockets are just right.

http://www.disneystore.com/accents-mickey-mouse-christmas-card-holder/p/1236862/14351/

Now to decide if I want to bring this one or the one we used on 1.0.

[Cherinva]

Which reminds me. I have this for use at home during the holidays, but it would work PERFECTLY as a FE. Size and pockets are just right.

http://www.disneystore.com/accents-mickey-mouse-christmas-card-holder/p/1236862/14351/

Now to decide if I want to bring this one or the one we used on 1.0.

Very Cool...wish I would have seen that before I bought the stuff for mine..oh well...it will be hand made

[guynwdm]

Which reminds me. I have this for use at home during the holidays, but it would work PERFECTLY as a FE. Size and pockets are just right.

http://www.disneystore.com/accents-mickey-mouse-christmas-card-holder/p/1236862/14351/

Now to decide if I want to bring this one or the one we used on 1.0.

Cool idea, My friend who made my Tigger is planning a way to take it and Christmas it up a bit for 2.0. It's great to have creative friends with great ideas and the energy to get them done. :cool1:

[YellowMickeyPonchos]

I was surfing for fabric last night. So many fun prints that it's hard to decide. The best fabrics are definitely for Nemo and Cars lovers!!!! There is also some amazing Wall-E stuff, too!

[Cherinva]

My local store only had 1 print, so thats the one I bought. It's colorful though and full of the beloved characters.

[Cherinva]

Cool idea, My friend who made my Tigger is planning a way to take it and Christmas it up a bit for 2.0. It's great to have creative friends with great ideas and the energy to get them done. :cool1:

Cool...can't wait to see it

[jeanigor]

If I were to make another FE, my DP would strangle me. It was a serious point of contention in the crafting half of the dining room. Perhaps the Disney Store Christmas Card holder would work. Or I can re-use the one from 1.0.....or maybe ....... :scratchin:scratchin:scratchin:scratchin

[TheBeadPirate]

If I were to make another FE, my DP would strangle me. It was a serious point of contention in the crafting half of the dining room. Perhaps the Disney Store Christmas Card holder would work. Or I can re-use the one from 1.0.....or maybe ....... :scratchin:scratchin:scratchin:scratchin

Or maybe, if you can convince Daddy to get me my sewing machine I would make you one.... with sparkly fabric.... and an embroidered tiara on top......

:thumbsup2


:rotfl2:

[jeanigor]

Or maybe, if you can convince Daddy to get me my sewing machine I would make you one.... with sparkly fabric.... and an embroidered tiara on top......

:thumbsup2


:rotfl2:

Where is the 'bats eyelashes and askes pretty please' smiley?:goodvibes

[CinderellasSister]

We're almost finished with ours. DH and I had a lot of fun designing it, and Todd, your primer was a great help! Now, to figure out a creative idea to use to hang it from the fish? :scratchin How thick is the area between the wall and the fish? Does the rope/string we use have to be thin? This will be our first cruise, so I have absolutely no experience with this. :confused3

[DVCsince02]

Think of an outdoor clothes line. Nothing thicker than that.

[farmergirl]

Hi all. I posted awhile back about needing a group to join for my hubby and myself. I asked about the Canadian group but have not heard anything . Is there any openings in any other groups?:)

[IWISHFORDISNEY]

I am up for this. And even the group thing. Sounds like alot of fun.