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LAMPSKIES

01-03-2006, 12:34 PM

No need to order one this year either..... :rotfl2: Allthough, I DID like my custom shirt from Julia!!!

http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y134/lampskies/LampyLogo.jpg

LAMPSKIES

01-03-2006, 12:35 PM

And of course one of me and Julia!!!!!!!!!!!

http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y134/lampskies/JuliaRon.jpg

KatHuss

01-03-2006, 02:13 PM

Dave (my DH) won't wear anything matching, period. And I doubt he'd wear anything DIS either as he still isn't too sure about my talking to everyone. He thinks it is weird though I think he'll be ok with it once he realizes that we will have folks to socialize with on this cruise (whereas we haven't in the past).

I would definitely go with red, blue, a forest or kelly green, black or white. Any other color just looks dreadful on me. Yellow and most greens make me look jaundiced and orange gives me a strange orange/yellow coloring. Ugh. I know, women worry about these things more than men do but someone has to :) .

WMILLER86

01-03-2006, 02:56 PM

2005 Thanksgiving cruise sailaway pics

Iceman does his "Bowser" sleeveless DIS shirt-( And Lisa you don't have to tell Chuck I said that!)

http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid195/pd7579090268f04d8c50e2db7f98500c0/f1469180.jpg

Millers and DD's friend Kaila

http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid195/p50b3529862357a81589425a34c7de4dd/f1468f85.jpg

Erin Miller, and Doogierunners two- Bailey and Lincoln

http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid195/p61422a30cc5f344326521e642829820a/f1468d1f.jpg

Chuck, Lisa and the Masonator Eiss (in green)

http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid195/p60191a421d9b5a62cd0d770be2085b34/f1468b66.jpg

dee47

01-03-2006, 03:07 PM

We would love T-shirts. Still wear the ones from the '04 cruise...

Just a precautionary note -- most places I know of won't let you make anything with a copyrighted image on it (MM, DCL logo). I'm just saying...

wdwgoose

01-03-2006, 03:16 PM

DEE I have a special person who does not see the copyright thing,

well she makes a little change it it.

did you find the hidden MICKEYS on your shirt ??????????

its all in fun and not for proffit from the ones I did.

j E n has a start in the past we did lots of changes before we got it DONE :confused3

GEEEEEEEEE A
T O P

gaRry

DCLgodess

01-03-2006, 03:16 PM

just popping in quick to say stuff about the shirts.

I can easily make a design for each day. It might be expensive but i can do it. Alot of places ask, but will make stuff anyway. Plus, Garry is incharge of actually getting them made. He has a lady do it for him.

KatHuss

01-03-2006, 03:23 PM

No, I don't think a shirt for every day is necessary. That is way too much luggage space. Besides, I don't wear t-shirts that much. I would definitely be interested in one for me and maybe one for DD and might be convinced to go for a 2nd one but that would be about it. I want to spend my money for the cruise on goodies from the islands after all!

karaeric

01-03-2006, 03:24 PM

Hi all! I know, I've been on a 7 month hiatus, but I'm going to try to get back into things again now that we're under a year! Yahoo!

Hi Sue! Just spent several days with my parents loving their dobies and getting terribly wet here in northern CA. :umbrella:

Hi garRy! Been missing you and your W A Ys.

Who else is joining us now? Seems like we may have lost a lot of folks to the special cruises in September...

Anywho...what's this about t-shirts? Can someone repost a link for me to see? We will definitely get them. DH really liked them for our last two cruises, though he didn't think he would at first. In fact, we ended up buying the Holiday Cruise (10-day) at the port because he didn't think he wanted them until he saw everyone wearing them and knew we were part of THAT :grouphug: crowd!

What else have I missed? Do I need to sign up for stuff?

Cheers, Kara

wdwgoose

01-03-2006, 03:28 PM

AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAHHHHHHHHHHHHH yes those LAST minute cruises

you go AWAY for 7 months and have aLL THESE PAGES TO READ UP ON

AND YOU WANT US TO TELL YOU IN 3

:confused3 :confused3 LINES WHAT YOU MISSED!!!!!!!!!!!!

:confused3 :confused3 :confused3

:grouphug:

MISSED YOU

gaRry

wdwgoose

01-03-2006, 03:35 PM

okay I guess everyone went to find the HIDDEN MICKEYS

:rotfl2:

:rotfl2:

gaRry

yargrnhoj

01-03-2006, 04:52 PM

Ok, Holiday DIScruisers, DW has a question. Does Disney still do the DCL pickup at Animal Kingdom and do you think they would do this on the morning of our Holiday Cruise?

SWMBO is thinking that instead of spending $150 a night at the Hyatt as we did before, instead using "Magical Express" to take us to PO-Riverside, which costs about the same, and then buying a one-day pass so she can ride Expedition Everest at AK, which opens in 2006. The only extra cost is the one-day passes IF Disney still picks you up from AK. (I guess otherwise, we could take a bus to PO, AKL or some other resort for pickup as long as DCL takes our bags from PO.)

What do y'all think?

wdwgoose

01-03-2006, 04:56 PM

YEEEEEEEEEEEAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA

GO FOR IT

I think they do but never tried

gaRry

karylrocks

01-03-2006, 05:55 PM

Kat - I know what you mean about the DH. Mine just gives me the look :rolleyes: when I mention talking to my friends at the DIS. I hope I can get him into it, but he is not very social. Someone mentioned starting a teen thread and I think that will help DS, he likes that kind of thing. BTW, we have the second dinner seating.

Jen - You go and take care of things; good luck. :grouphug:
I think I like the idea of 2 shirts, maybe red and white.

magicalfam5

01-03-2006, 06:21 PM

I'll wear any color shirt. I just know that I definately want one this time. (As long as it hides all the ummm...flab underneath, I'll be happy.

Jen, thanks so much for doing this. Hope everything works out well for you.

OK, I bought an elliptical machine today and they are delivering it and setting it up for me tomorrow at 8 a.m. I tried them out at the store and I think it will really be good to use. Hopefully it will get rid of some of my extra flab that never seems to want to leave my side,..and arms, butt, belly, etc.!!!

Judy

dobelover

01-03-2006, 07:18 PM

Kara - Glad you are back! I do like the idea of at least 2 shirts. And I really like the red for Christmas. When I put the decorations away I thought about how much fun we will have next year. And I wore my shirt, thanks gaRry!

Sue

dobelover

01-03-2006, 07:21 PM

Judy - good luck! I joined Curves 2 years ago and go regularly. I am heathly, more flexible and stronger BUT HAVEN'T LOST AN OUNCE.

Sue

wdwgoose

01-03-2006, 07:25 PM

YOU

ARE

SO

WELCOME

gaRry

wdwgoose

01-03-2006, 07:32 PM

s U e I tried they would not let me enter.

LOOKS very nice

AFFF stayed there some promo thing he liked it and I think its was $70.00 or so.

I took pics of the MAGIC and WONDER sailing when I was down

now just need to find the cruisers to send them too.

some one was wereing the MICKEY HANDS 2 groups
old age don't remember who they were???????????

I need a trip so I'll visit p.a or have coffee with your mother at the end of jan. sounds good to me.

gaRry

wdwgoose

01-03-2006, 07:48 PM

Okay Fine

wdwgoose

01-03-2006, 07:49 PM

WELL MUST BE TIME FOR A TOP??????? :cool1: :cool1:

pirate:

gaRry

wdwgoose

01-03-2006, 08:00 PM

j E n sent you a PM e mail not working yet have to set up for this cable stuff HEEEEEEEEEEEEELP

gaRry

KatHuss

01-03-2006, 08:01 PM

You know, it looks like you are talking to yourself out here Garry!!

dobelover

01-03-2006, 09:02 PM

gaRry - Jeanne is going with me the end of January, so you are welcome to visit with the cats, Magic and Wonder. Let's plan on getting together b4 the May trip. We can meet you in western Pa or Ohio.

Sue

DCLgodess

01-04-2006, 06:21 AM

GO USC!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

wdwgoose

01-04-2006, 07:03 AM

GOOD MORNIN CRUISERS

k A t WELL YES I get more tops that way???? :banana: :rotfl2:

s U e WELL YEEEAAAAH who else would have COFFEE with me
:confused3 :confused3 :dog:

STILL thinking I need a TRIP somewhere

LETS SEE CRUISE????

MAYBEE staCey's ????? is she HOME YET ??????

MAYBEE W D W that would be by myself ??? :confused3 Is that FUN
:rotfl2: :cool1: :rolleyes1 :teeth: :rotfl: :rotfl:

MAYBEE a last minute CRUISE I could have those CHOCOLATE SUOOOOFFFLaaaaS THOSE ARE REALLY GOOOOOOOOOD

OKAY need help here W W Y D ????

gaRry

DCLgodess

01-04-2006, 07:22 AM

what is WWYD? Come visit me garry. I am not going to see Boo on saturday, but you could still come out. Today is wed. Remember you are supposed to call me.

karaeric

01-04-2006, 08:29 AM

Good morning all! Coffee in hand and working on waking up...I think two colors for the t-shirts would be nice. I like the idea of red and white.

KatHuss

01-04-2006, 08:41 AM

Boy Garry, must be nice to have all that time to take vacations! :) We don't have time like that but I sure wish I did! We are going to try to take some weekend trips this year but can't go far because most (if not all) of our vacation money this year is paying for the cruise and our Hawaii trip in March. Maybe next year, or the year after, or the year after that.... :confused3 :wizard: With a little pixie dust it could happen. :wizard:

magiroux

01-04-2006, 09:41 AM

WWID?????????? Hmmm, let's see....maybe a solo trip to WDW(BTW, it's never REALLY a solo trip when you're on the DIS boards ;) ) for a few days then board Magic on a Saturday (the family can fly in for that)then a few more days in WDW afterward, perhaps the Grand Floridian and then maybe a trip on the Wonder...never seen her before.

OK, time to pinch myself, 'cause it IS just a dream. Who do I think I am anyway...Stacey :earseek: ???

Seriously, we are heading to WDW April, July/August & December (after the cruise). We love to meet up with you, gaRry (or anyone else, for that matter) if you're down at those times. No Grand Floridian though :sad1: , maybe someday.

KatHuss

01-04-2006, 01:29 PM

MaryAnn, I am jealous of you too! I wish I could go to WDW that often! I took SIL, DD and niece last year just before Christmas but we were only there for a couple of days. DH doesn't want to go again. I would love to take DD again (and I know she'd love to go) but that probably won't happen for a couple of years.

I am soooooooo bored today. Can I take a nap??

And I am tired of the grey, rainy, chilly days. It is still almost pitch black outside at 7:20 when I am waiting to put the kids on the bus and the days have remained gray and yucky, then it is already getting dark by 5:00 when I get out of work. I thought the days were supposed to be getting longer!

On the bright side, less than 3 months to our next vacation!

DCLgodess

01-04-2006, 01:48 PM

You bored? I had to sit through stupid lectures all day on:

1) Deep space objects (not so bad)
2) Shakespeare (barf)
3) The war on terror (BARF)
4) Napoleon (ick)
5) The Bell Curve in statistics

Now i have to wait almost 5 hours for entertainment. Yeah, do not expect me to respond to anything after 8. USC is on!

magiroux

01-04-2006, 05:14 PM

5) The Bell Curve in statistics

HUH???? :confused3

wdwgoose

01-04-2006, 06:05 PM

W WHAT

W WOULD

Y YOU

D DO

gaRry :rotfl: :rotfl: :rotfl:

wdwgoose

01-04-2006, 06:13 PM

wdwgoose

01-04-2006, 06:14 PM

WELL THEN MINE ALL MINE :cool1: :cool1:

wdwgoose

01-04-2006, 06:15 PM

HI s U e you don't want to have COFFEE with me on deck 4 ?????
:confused3 :guilty:

OKAY

gaRry :guilty: :confused3

dobelover

01-04-2006, 06:31 PM

gaRry - which cruise are you talking about? I will have coffee with you anywhere, well, maybe not on the trolley car when they are passing out Hershey candy! You going on with us on Jan 28 Magic?

Sue

magiroux

01-04-2006, 06:51 PM

Mary Ann have you ever been in a sardine can?????????????

you really should go to WDW before the cruise. I'll be there My ds might fly down on friday night, school for him not sure yet on what he will be doing

It is really bad at the holidays there.!!!!!!!!

APRIL DW DD will be there there on the MAGIC maybee its the 15 for 7 day cruise. then I'm not sure about the parks.

gaRry

I would love to goto WDW before the cruise, but I am pushing it with DD's school schedule already (she will miss 5 full days) with the X-Mas cruise. I really do hate the dates that DCL has picked for this cruise (not to mention having to pack up on X-Mas/CC Day), but I'm just a sucker for that 10 day thing. We always went to WDW the 2nd week of Dec before DD started school and it was the best. After the cruise we have a timeshare with it's own water park and loads of other stuff. On days we go to the parks we will be at the gate an hour before opening and out by noon...that's the plan anyway.

In April we are there for the 15th to the 22nd. Oh, that would be Easter Week...the 2nd busiest time of the year :crazy2: :crowded: :crazy: .

Every other year DD and myself get AP's and we make a WDW year. DH only gets a 10 day pass (he actually has to work year round, unlike mysef). My friend lives in Kissimmee so DD and I get to spend alot of time with her and her boys :grouphug: .

magiroux

01-04-2006, 06:54 PM

HI s U e you don't want to have COFFEE with me on deck 4 ?????
:confused3 :guilty:

OKAY

gaRry :guilty: :confused3

Oh gaRry, is that what you were doing in the morning while you were watching the "morning DIS walkers" on Deck 4???? And here I thought you were there to be the official cheering section (of one) :confused3

I'm a Peet's Coffee gal, how 'bout yourself???

DCLgodess

01-04-2006, 08:38 PM

Oh gosh. i can't watch. Texas is winning!!!!!!! AHHHH!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! COME ON USC!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! They are playing like losers, not 2 time national champions. Oh gosh, i can't watch. I'm going to need a really stiff drink soon.

KatHuss

01-05-2006, 05:25 AM

Sorry Jen, but it looks like the lost. What a bummer.

Morning everyone! Looks like the cold is coming back today, ugh. I hate winter. I wish I was on a cruise right now, somewhere warm with lots of beaches and palm trees.

Well, DD isn't wanting to get up this morning so I need to go prod her out of bed.

DCLgodess

01-05-2006, 06:20 AM

i wish i was anywhere other than around Texas fans. I am in mourning. I just start like randomly crying about the game. :Sniff:

dobelover

01-05-2006, 06:30 AM

I kept dozing off during the game, past my bedtime. DM and I are going to spend a few days b4 the cruise in WDW (did I already say that!!!!). That way we hope to miss the crowds.

Sue

DCLgodess

01-05-2006, 06:40 AM

good luck with that. When we went afterword (last 10 day) it was soooo swamped. I do believe, if the cast members of epcot were acurate, the Magic Kingdom was fulled to capacity. They were actually holding people at the gate because they were full. They said epcot was 1000 people from being filled to capacity. I don't know what Max. cap. is, but i'll find out and amaze you all.

WMILLER86

01-05-2006, 08:57 AM

Sorry Jen about your Trojans. The streak had to end sometime. I thought Coach Pete Carroll showed alot of class after the game, as did all of the team. There are alot of future NFL stars there.

But WOW what a game. Vince Young just would not be denied. Several of the Texas players played high school ball around here and their families live here, so it was a big deal here all season.

I had 5 buddies over to watch the game and we were hooping and hollering. Woke up the girls. OOPS! They had and early day today was first day back from Christmas Holidays. Oh well. It WAS about as exciting as a game can get. Worth staying up for.

Hook em Horns!

Willie

karaeric

01-05-2006, 09:05 AM

Good morning all! Sorry about USC losing. I would have liked to have them win simply to defeat TX! (Sorry TX fans... :confused3 )

DH and I are going to be a WDW for the week before the cruise. We've already arranged to buy DVC points from a friend, so we're hoping to stay at BWV. We love it there, we can walk to Epcot and MGM. We only have to drive or bus to MK and AK. I guess we'll see some of you there!

Keep warm on the East Coast! We FINALLY have a small break from all the rain we've been getting, so I am super excited. Supposed to be 65 today, then rain moving back in just in time for the weekend. ugh - we will NEVER get those darned Christmas lights off the house!

DCLgodess

01-05-2006, 09:08 AM

he did show class and that is to be respected. They weren't sore losers. They played an awesome game, but 1 man was just a hair better. You can't win all the time. Smarty Jones is probably the best example of that. Undefeated until the Belmont. I am just sad to see them lose. I'm not even going to USC but it still hurts. I don't want to start a fight on the boards, considering your from Texas and you are, understandably, a Texas fan. So I will leave it with a sincere Congratulations, the best team of the night won, and I look foward to a future rematch between the 2 teams.

Okay having ended my hiatus (guess i never really took one) and my mourning, I will resume normal posting. I can work on a design for a second T-shirt, unless using the same design on both will sufice.

karaeric

01-05-2006, 09:23 AM

jEn, sent you an email.

I would love two different designs for the t-shirts if you have the time to do the work.

If others agree, it would be fun to do what we did for the Panama Canal cruise. We all picked one t-shirt for boarding day and another for the last day, disembarkation. Of course, we all wore both throughout the cruise as well, but it was a lot of fun, and as others said, becomes a real conversation piece.

wdwgoose

01-05-2006, 09:23 AM

GOOD MORNIN ALL

staCey you up for a vist?????? :cool1: :banana: :moped: :moped:

OR is that VEGAS ??????? might be getting out to your door

leave the coffee pot out I'll make my own :guilty:

j E n good news

well I didnot save a bunch of MONEY on ins.

guess I should not have MAILED your package ??????

you should have it tom morrow :cheer2: :cheer2:

gaRry

wdwgoose

01-05-2006, 09:25 AM

Well I Must I Must

pirate:

pirate:

pirate:

gaRry

magiroux

01-05-2006, 09:35 AM

Sorry Jen about your Trojans. The streak had to end sometime. I thought Coach Pete Carroll showed alot of class after the game, as did all of the team. There are alot of future NFL stars there.

Pete Carroll..wasn't he a Pats coach years ago??

I sure wish I could do WDW before, but me thinks the truant officer would be taking me away. So it's sardine sandwich (or "lots of skin to skin contact" as delswife so eloquently put it) for us :crowded:

Kara, I stayed at the Swan for a few days in Dec and I although I wasn't too impressed with the Swan I absolutely love the location of the Epcot resorts. If I ever get to stay on-site I will definately be staying in one of those resorts. Good luck snagging BWV :wizard:

Kat, I'm with ya on the winter thing. A little sick of it hear. Today it's snow, then rain, then freezing rain, then snow, then ice, yada, yada, yada...gotta luv New England, don't like the wheather, wait a minute.

magiroux

01-05-2006, 09:36 AM

pirate: pirate: pirate: you are bad, gaRry pirate: pirate: pirate:

I could have had that one if I would count quicker

karaeric

01-05-2006, 09:38 AM

Pete Carroll..wasn't he a Pats coach years ago??

I sure wish I could do WDW before, but me thinks the truant officer would be taking me away. So it's sardine sandwich (or "lots of skin to skin contact" as delswife so eloquently put it) for us :crowded:

Kara, I stayed at the Swan for a few days in Dec and I although I wasn't too impressed with the Swan I absolutely love the location of the Epcot resorts. If I ever get to stay on-site I will definately be staying in one of those resorts. Good luck snagging BWV :wizard:

Kat, I'm with ya on the winter thing. A little sick of it hear. Today it's snow, then rain, then freezing rain, then snow, then ice, yada, yada, yada...gotta luv New England, don't like the wheather, wait a minute.
Yes, I believe you're correct on Pete Carroll.

Ain't that the truth on New England! DH is from VT, and though we love to go back to visit, he likes the weather (most of the time) here in CA better. He does miss it in the fall though!

Anywho... we will be watching the Patriots play on Saturday!

dobelover

01-05-2006, 09:43 AM

We like the campground at Christmas. Lots of the campers really decorate in addition to the WDW lights. I can wheel DM around the loops so she can enjoy the sights and warm weather.

Sue

dobelover

01-05-2006, 09:47 AM

Anywho... we will be watching the Patriots play on Saturday!

ME! ME! ME! I am a Panthers fan but enjoy good football anytime. We are going on the Magic the 28th of Jan and get home just in time for Super Bowl.

Sue

karaeric

01-05-2006, 10:02 AM

Oh Sue, how fun! We are really starting to wish to be on the "Mouse boat" again soon, but December is our next cruise. BTW, we've never seen the campgrounds, so we may need to come visit you and DM! The decorations sound fun.

Lots of traveling this year...June or July going back to VT for Eric's friend's homecoming from Iraq. Then October, 2 weeks in Ireland for our 10th anniversary. And finally, a week at WDW then the cruise!!!!! :cool1:

I'll be BROKE by the end of the year, but happy and rested! :earboy2:

magiroux

01-05-2006, 10:08 AM

Sue, is your cruise an Eastern or Western? Hope the weather is good for you and DM.

Kara, what part of VT is your DH from? VT is affectionately referred to as cow country around here and very cold so CA must be a drastic change. Fall is my favorite season and VT has the most beautiful foliage in the country so I can certainly understand how he must miss it. I can still remember as kids our yearly pilgrimage to Hogback Mountain in the fall :goodvibes

YES, we will definately be cheering for the PATS this Saturday. Us NE Fans need to pin all our hopes on football 'cause I think the Soxs may turn out to be a bit of a dissapointment. And hockey & basketball, let's not even go there :sad2:

magiroux

01-05-2006, 10:10 AM

I'll be BROKE by the end of the year, but happy and rested! :earboy2:

Well, isn't that the only way to go through life? I do believe it is :teeth:

dobelover

01-05-2006, 10:17 AM

Sometimes a family group even walks around singing Christmas Carols. We will have to get together for some pre-cruise fun.

And I agree with you Mary Ann.

I hope Denise is doing alright.

Sue

dee47

01-05-2006, 12:01 PM

I'm hoping we won't have a problem taking DS out of school as early as I plan to next Dec. -- he'd miss about 2 weeks, but I do NOT want to go to WDW after the cruise -- we did that after the last 10 days and I did not enjoy the crowds at all...So I'll bribe the teacher with a special report or something...Right now we plan on arriving at the WLV on 12/11.

Meanwhile, in LESS THAN A MONTH I'll be leaving for WDW and a 7-night Eastern with my best friend Kat. We'll be gone 17 days...I CAN'T WAIT!!!!

I'm all for multiple t-shirts. And if you have a person that will actually do Jen's pretty design -- more power to you!

Yes, GarRy, I did find the hidden Mickeys, long time ago. I like it!

I'm already 3/4 packed for the Feb. vacation...Woo-hoo!

Hey Sue, when will you be in Seattle????

wdwgoose

01-05-2006, 12:14 PM

WELL I get to leave on tuesday I'll be back for work on saturday morning or maybee just monday morning, WE WILL SEE

anyone need a ride down????????

s U e j E n k A t MARY ann???????????

okay I ask WARMER WEATHER YES!!!!!!!

gaRry

magiroux

01-05-2006, 12:50 PM

Sue, I sent Denise a message over New Year's and when I didn't hear anything I looked her city up on the map and she SEEMED to be well south of the flooding so hopefully it is just her family issues keeping her away, not that that's any fun either.

gaRry, I thought you were kidding. Are you really heading down to WDW Tuesday? Sometimes I have a little trouble deciphering your posts :scratchin :magnify: :scratchin . Have a great trip and make sure to bring the dependable vehicle :moped: .

I just realized, this group sure does vacation and/or cruise alot. Not that there's anything wrong with that :rolleyes: .

Dee, for some reason our fine state of Massachusetts ties attendance records into the yearly progress testing. Since funds are attached to the test scores the city gets pretty ticked at people taking their kids out of school. Add to that we have a very large Brazilian population in our city that take 3-4- weeks off a year to return home in winter and it seems to effect us each year pretty badly, although they don't seem to go after them. Afraid of not being "PC", I guess. Hope you have a great time on your cruise. 17 days....WOW, lucky you!!

magiroux

01-05-2006, 12:51 PM

Any pirate: pirate: pirate: around

magiroux

01-05-2006, 12:51 PM

Last chance, gaRry

magiroux

01-05-2006, 12:52 PM

HA!!!! Finally

T.O.P. pirate:

gotta get it while he's packing for WDW, yea, yea, that's the ticket

DCLgodess

01-05-2006, 12:53 PM

Sue do you want to come up for a meet this saturday?

KatHuss

01-05-2006, 01:12 PM

Hmm....Patriots fans....hmmm

Sorry, but I gotta say it...

GO COLTS!!!

Now that I have gotten that out of my system....

No WDW before or after the cruise for us. I am taking a good chunk of my vacation in March for our Hawaii trip and even more for the cruise. I gotta have a couple of days left for personal days throughout the year.

WMILLER86

01-05-2006, 01:27 PM

OK, No more NFL talk! Do you want to see a grown man cry!!??!! I have season tickets to the worst team in the NFL.(Houston) At least we have first pick of the draft! And my seats are 5 rows from the playing field. And my old
favorite team, the Cowboys were a bunch of under achievers this season.

So, maybe that is my the TEXAS LONGHORN win was so fun to us Texans. Other than UT, there was not much happiness in Texas football!

Willie

karaeric

01-05-2006, 01:38 PM

No worries Willie! My team is pretty much right there with the Texans - I'm a 49er fan, born and raised. DH is the Patriots fan.

Mary Ann, DH is from a very small town in northern VT named Johnson. It's about directly East of Burlington, in the middle of the state. I've never been back to VT for fall colors. Just seen it in very sticky summer and VERY snowy winter.

Does anyone remember when they release the MVMCP dates? DH is already bugging me to make sure I get tickets for that this year while we're at WDW before the cruise.

dobelover

01-05-2006, 03:56 PM

Sorry , can't help with the dates.

Mary Ann - we are on the modified Western, Key West, Grand Cayman, NASSAU, CC. We found out about the change the same day I made final payment or I would have switched to Dee's Eastern.

Dee - We leave on the Vision of the Seas on 8/18. I would like to come out early or stay longer to visit with you and the family. These dates good for you? I know you are heading to WDW in August.

Sue

dobelover

01-05-2006, 04:00 PM

Sue do you want to come up for a meet this saturday?

Jen - I am having a minor medical procedure tomorrow and playoff game at 4pm on Sat. So I will be staying close to home this weekend. Drat, I would love to come up and have nachos at the neat restaurant again.

Sue

wdwgoose

01-05-2006, 04:05 PM

HAY ALL GUESS WHAT :rolleyes: :confused3 :confused3 :rolleyes1

its raining here still.

well I guess I can't get all the tops, so I must share

well we must meet up at W D W some time.

OR other places work too?????

staCey RIGHT????????

gaRry

DCLgodess

01-06-2006, 06:19 AM

wow! CSI was sooo good last night. I have never seen that one before so i am guessing it was a new episode. Anywhoo, takinng my boyfriend out for his birthday tonight. His present still hasn't arrived yet. How long does it take stuff to get here from England? I mean seriously, you put it on a plane and fly it here. For the amount i paid in shipping i hope they put it on a plane. lol. Well, i've got a report to finish up here. TTYL!

KatHuss

01-06-2006, 06:27 AM

Jen, yes, that was a new CSI. The one before it was a repeat. I am a CSI fanatic so I watch it every week, but only the original. Never could get into either of the spinoffs. We even watch the older ones on Spike TV if we haven't seen them already, though that is getting harder and harder to do!

We have snow flurries this morning and some of it is staying on the ground though it seems to be a very dry snow rather than a wet, sticky one. Then they say we will be in the 40s again this weekend, go figure.

Garry, do you ever get down my way? South of Ft. Wayne off of I-69? We are about 90 minutes south of Ft. Wayne and across the state and a bit south of Lampy! One of these weekends DH and I are going to head to Chicago so we will probably drive right by Lampy.

I forgot the teachers have an in-service this morning so school is delayed by 2 hours. Oh well. DD gets to watch cartoons for a while.

Denise Escola

01-06-2006, 08:27 AM

T.G.I.F.!!!!

Have a great one everybody

magiroux

01-06-2006, 08:34 AM

LAMPSKIES

01-06-2006, 10:09 AM

KatHuss

01-06-2006, 10:45 AM

Ron, we would be definitely be heading up 65. I don't remember for sure what road we come across on but I think it is 26 if we are heading to I-65. Not sure when we are heading that way, though. Depends on what we decide to do in Chicago and when.

DCLgodess

01-06-2006, 12:25 PM

Hey Denise :wave: I agree, TGIF

How's it going? We missed ya. Everything OK?

jEn, what did you get your boyfriend that you had to order it all the way from England?

Sue, nothing serious I hope...good luck

I ordered him a neon star wars sign. It's an acrylic flat clear sign with laser etching that has Star wars: Revenge of the Sith inside. It's hooked to a special light that only illiminates the etching, not the clear acrylic. It's custom made in england.

dee47

01-06-2006, 01:09 PM

I ordered him a neon star wars sign. It's an acrylic flat clear sign with laser etching that has Star wars: Revenge of the Sith inside. It's hooked to a special light that only illiminates the etching, not the clear acrylic. It's custom made in england.

Jen, do you have a picture? I'd love to see it!

magiroux

01-06-2006, 01:32 PM

KatHuss

01-06-2006, 01:38 PM

5 characters???

DCLgodess

01-06-2006, 01:50 PM

sure. I hope these show up.

This one is the sign when it's unlit
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v499/estelmiire/u953.jpg

and this is when it's lit up
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v499/estelmiire/u953a1.jpg

pretty cool huh?

magicalfam5

01-06-2006, 02:13 PM

Nice sign Jen!

Kat, my best friend used to live in Fort Wayne. She has since moved back. We went to visit her once and it was the most awful trip--my middle child was just starting to potty train and she had to stop at every possible bathroom!

Hope everyone has a great weekend. I think I'll finally get the tree down (it's the only thing left).

Judy

KatHuss

01-06-2006, 02:18 PM

Judy, where in Ohio do you live? Sounds like quite a while since you were this way based on the ages listed for your kids!

magicalfam5

01-06-2006, 05:03 PM

Kat, we live about 20 miles east of Cleveland, close to the lake. That's why we get so much lake effect snow!!

Yes, it was a looong time ago that we were out that way.

Judy

KatHuss

01-06-2006, 06:32 PM

20 miles east of Cleveland, eh? Yeah, that is a long trip. I have done that drive a few times. 5-6 hours as I recall. Not fun with a toddler I imagine.

Denise Escola

01-06-2006, 09:03 PM

Hi Bubbles :wave: :wave:

Well it hasn't much changed but I can't let it get me down.

Hi everybody!!!! How the heck are y'all?

Is it time for cocktails?? YEP

TTFN

ICEMANPAD

01-06-2006, 10:00 PM

testing

ICEMANPAD

01-06-2006, 10:15 PM

testing
http://www.imagestation.com/album/pictures.html?id=2116511757&idx=6

ICEMANPAD

01-06-2006, 10:25 PM

i think i have it right this time - i hope...finally.

and Willie - a reunion sounds great, but what about Disney World as a location?

Chuck

DCLgodess

01-07-2006, 09:24 AM

love the pics. I love the one of the 2 ships. very pretty. My album is here.

http://www.estel-miire.org/coppermine

you can browse through my 601 pictures. lol. I have menus and navigators from the last 10 day up in the gallery. It's freezing here. lol.

For you Pirates of the Caribbean fans (the movie), POTC 2 is rated as the 3rd hottest movie for 2006. the trailer's been rated at 4.5 stars outa 5. hot stuff. lol. can't wait. will have to start a countdown for that. okay all. going to go study for midterms. Been working on some fun stuff for the cruise site. That will go up soonish. The second t-shirt design is also underway. ttyl.

LAMPSKIES

01-07-2006, 09:48 AM

Denise Escola

01-07-2006, 09:56 AM

Good morning cruisers!

another day in paradise :sunny:

Denise Escola

01-07-2006, 09:57 AM

thank you!!!!TOP ::yes::
hey where's Stacey?

DCLgodess

01-07-2006, 10:07 AM

hEY JeN.........Are you the one I took the pic for of your stateroom on our 04 Turkeyday sailing? Someone emailed me while we were sailing and asked to take a pic of 2 stateroom doors....and one was the one in your photo album.....small world?

i don't think so. maybe. I know that picture was from my camera, as it's still collecting dust on the memory stick. That's funny that you took a picture of that door though. I do that just so i can sometday make a map of where we stayed on the ship. As a pattern type thing so that people can get my reviews of various rooms on board. It is funny it was that exact room though.

dobelover

01-08-2006, 06:17 AM

dee47

01-08-2006, 08:36 AM

Jen -- Love the sign! It's COOL!

Denise Escola

01-08-2006, 08:47 AM

Good Morning - Not much going on today. Get DM up for grocery store and then football. Sam ( my dog) was up all night barking. So I guess a walk in the woods around the house needs to be done. A little late for rutting deer so I can't imagine what it is.

Sue

Raccoons? Opossums? skunks?
Its the coyotes that get the dogs going around here.

Have fun watching football. I know thats where we'll be.

dee47

01-08-2006, 09:12 AM

Sue -- Sent you PM yesterday.

DCLgodess

01-08-2006, 06:24 PM

hey all. not much to say. Working on some homework. Trying to think up a design for the second shirt.

wdwgoose

01-09-2006, 07:04 AM

HAY ALL

GOOD MORNIN

kAt YES I get down that way some DO YOU MY GOOD COFFEE????

I'll stop in or we could meet some where else??????

I was just by cleveland twice, you must live just north east by the lake????

HAY I could have made a special delivery DID YOU GET ANYTHING?????

s U e GREAT WEEKEND WATCHED THE GAME ON j E ns BIG SCREEN
W O W better than the BAR one but there food was good!!!!!!!

j E n thanks had a great weekend I will pm you later today,

another day at work still waiting on info for my florida trip nothing yet,
and I thought I waited till the last minute????????

okay bacxk yo work.

gaRry

KatHuss

01-09-2006, 08:25 AM

Garry, I don't make coffee, sorry. But if you ever come by this way let me know and we can arrange something. If you have one of the horses with you my DD will instantly be your best friend too! We just signed her up for a week at the YMCA camp this summer and added the daily horseback riding because she sooooo wants to ride a horse.

It is a work day so it looks like the board will be busy again. Why is it that it seems to be busier on work days than weekends???

karaeric

01-09-2006, 09:28 AM

Good morning!

Kat, I think it's busier on work days because we're forced to be at the computer. Speaking for myself, I hardly sat down all weekend, to say the least about turning on my computer.

gaRry, I make AWESOME coffee! But I don't think you make it out to CA very often. You're welcome at our house any time - :flower:

Have a good morning... :sunny:

magicalfam5

01-09-2006, 09:39 AM

Good morning everyone!

GarRy, yes just north east of Cleveland. Did get my delivery. Thanks again. 3 chocolate souffles for you.

Just going to exercise then do some running around. Have to take DS to doctor today. He's having a pain in his arm and nothing is helping it. Hopefully it's just a pulled muscle.

Judy

LAMPSKIES

01-09-2006, 02:22 PM

Raccoons? Opossums? skunks?
Its the coyotes that get the dogs going around here.

Have fun watching football. I know thats where we'll be.

If you look closely it's the geese and Swans out on the lake that make my "Golden" go nuts when they come near our pier!

http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y134/lampskies/DSC05879.jpg

magiroux

01-09-2006, 02:30 PM

Happy Monday Everyone

Anyone else getting sick of that "server busy" message. What the heck is up with that??? It happens all the time now.

I think you're right Kat. Everyone seems to get more computer time during the week. This weeekend was crazy. Got to watch the Pats game though. Hubby went to the game and froze :cold: his kanookies off, but said it was a great time :drinking1 :drinking: :thewave:

OK, I stole this off the community board, but after busting a gut reading through some of the responses people come up with, I thought it might be fun to play on this thread. Especially after I figured out my own :eek:

"WHAT IS YOUR STRIPPER NAME?"

Simply state the name of your first pet and that is your "stripper" first name, then state the name of the first street you ever lived on and that is your "stripper" last name. Come on now, all you GUYS join in too!!

Are ya ready for mine :rolleyes:

magiroux

01-09-2006, 02:30 PM

Dusty Hooker :rotfl2: :rotfl2: :rotfl: :rotfl:

Really, lived on Hooker St - Allston, MA when I was born. On the same street as Grammy who lived there till the day she died. I always laughed when I would say out loud, "My Gram lives on Hooker St"..sounded so weird.

Well, say good-bye to Bubble and hello DUSTY HOOKER. $1 bills are fine.

ok, who's next...........

LAMPSKIES

01-09-2006, 02:35 PM

magiroux

01-09-2006, 03:25 PM

Just in time to grab a T.O.P.

magiroux

01-09-2006, 03:33 PM

Rocky Calhoun!! :rotfl2:

Wish I would have know that....that could be the name Pikey should have given me during the "hot legs" contest on our 05 Turkey day sailing.....And he called me "tink" all week......do these look like the legs of a "tink"?.......hide you eyes children! :rotfl: :rotfl2:

http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y134/lampskies/f1469a63.jpg

I'm not sure about the "tink" legs, but they are certainly NOT "Rocky" legs. I think those muscles may need a little more definition before you can take up that nickname at the legs contest ;)

Is one of those women you are showing your legs off to your wife or are they all unsuspecting victims, um, I mean lucky ladies sitting by the pool?

KatHuss

01-09-2006, 03:33 PM

magiroux

01-09-2006, 03:46 PM

Well that's no fun. Mine is Max Damon. Oh well.

So are we going to have all kinds of get togethers like you guys did on the last 10 day? I am hoping so. The ornament exchange sounded really neat and I'd love to do something like that.

MaryAnn, looks like a rivalry here with the Superbowl coming up. The Pats have beat the Colts out in the playoffs but in this part of the world they are all hoping that the Pats lose before they even play Indy again. DH has already said that if the Colts make it to the Superbowl he is going to try to get tickets.

Max Damon, eh. Yea, that sounds more like a secret agent than a stripper :confused3

Well, people aren't getting Pats fever around here just yet 'cause they still got a way to go and we know it won't be easy, but it's always in the back of your mind, "Gee, three in a row would be awfully nice". My BIL goes to the Superbowl every year. He NEVER buys tickets before he leaves home, always from scalpers down there and has never had a problem getting tickets.

BTW, does anyone have dips on Tom Brady with their deserted island list? :flower3:

karaeric

01-09-2006, 04:32 PM

BTW, does anyone have dips on Tom Brady with their deserted island list? :flower3:
Me me me me me!!! Tom Brady is from a town just about 15 miles from me, tee hee!

Okay, so my name would be Chyna Stevenson. By my rules, this is my first pet after living with my parents and the first street I lived on after living with my parents. Otherwise, it would have been Falstaff Albion :dog: . DEFINTELY not stripper-name material.

That was fun!

yargrnhoj

01-09-2006, 04:33 PM

OK, I stole this off the community board, but after busting a gut reading through some of the responses people come up with, I thought it might be fun to play on this thread. Especially after I figured out my own :eek:

"WHAT IS YOUR STRIPPER NAME?"

Simply state the name of your first pet and that is your "stripper" first name, then state the name of the first street you ever lived on and that is your "stripper" last name. Come on now, all you GUYS join in too!!

Are ya ready for mine :rolleyes:

Mine would be "King Moon". And if y'all saw my ****, you'd say it is a fitting name, although hardly one you'd want to see on a marquee if you came to a strip show...

DCLgodess

01-09-2006, 04:39 PM

my would be

"Cheyanne Regent" . lol. Best barrel mare i ever had. She was fast enough to qualify me for Quarter horse Worlds. Good mare. Tragic ending.

karaeric

01-09-2006, 04:40 PM

Mine would be "King Moon". And if y'all saw my ****, you'd say it is a fitting name, although hardly one you'd want to see on a marquee if you came to a strip show...
:rotfl2: :rotfl: :rotfl2: Way kool name!

karaeric

01-09-2006, 04:44 PM

So are we going to have all kinds of get togethers like you guys did on the last 10 day? I am hoping so. The ornament exchange sounded really neat and I'd love to do something like that.

Kat, I would say definitely yes on the gatherings. I missed the ornament exchange on the last 10-day, but of the events I did attend, we had an absolute blast. We went to some and not to others as our schedule and desires permitted. It was great.

Here are a number of ideas I've seen and/or done:
* Boarding Day Meet (a given)
* Ornament exchange
* Book exchanges (held about every three or four days)
* Scrap booking lessons and exchange
* PJ breakfast (everyone showed up to Lumiere's with PJs on - prearranged w/DCL so there were tables set aside for everyone to sit in the same area)
* Wine tasting (everyone brought a bottle of local wine for others to taste - keep in mind this may not be do-able now due to stricter DCL rules)
* DIS Boards door-tag (A specially designed door magnet gets tagged to your door, you sign it, then pass on to another participating DIS boarder)

Anyone else remember other games/gatherings?

magiroux

01-09-2006, 05:07 PM

Mine would be "King Moon". And if y'all saw my ****, you'd say it is a fitting name, although hardly one you'd want to see on a marquee if you came to a strip show...

:rotfl2: :rotfl2: :rotfl2: :rotfl2: :rotfl2: TOO FUNNY!!!

magicalfam5

01-09-2006, 05:14 PM

magiroux

01-09-2006, 05:18 PM

Anyone else remember other games/gatherings?

There was the morning walk around deck 4. Actually, there were two groups, the early risers and the sleepy heads.

Then was the girls night out. Unfortunately, that one fell on the same day as the wine tasting party. Started "tasting" (yea, right) wine at about 4 O'clock :drinking1 , then a few more glasses back at the cabin getting ready for formal night (just to take the edge off the pain of squezzing into the girdle) :drinking1 , then everyone looked so pretty so that was call for a celebration sooooooo, sucked down a bottle at dinner :drinking1 :drinking1 :drinking1 , and now back to the cabin to get out of the gown to be all comfy for a night of drinking with the girls :cool1: . Well, the next thing I remember is waking up the next moring being heckled by dh 'cause I passed out in my bra & panties :scared1: . But, I heard Girl's Night Out was alot of fun ::yes::

karaeric

01-09-2006, 05:27 PM

There was the morning walk around deck 4. Actually, there were two groups, the early risers and the sleepy heads.

Then was the girls night out. Unfortunately, that one fell on the same day as the wine tasting party. Started "tasting" (yea, right) wine at about 4 O'clock :drinking1 , then a few more glasses back at the cabin getting ready for formal night (just to take the edge off the pain of squezzing into the girdle) :drinking1 , then everyone looked so pretty so that was call for a celebration sooooooo, sucked down a bottle at dinner :drinking1 :drinking1 :drinking1 , and now back to the cabin to get out of the gown to be all comfy for a night of drinking with the girls :cool1: . Well, the next thing I remember is waking up the next moring being heckled by dh 'cause I passed out in my bra & panties :scared1: . But, I heard Girl's Night Out was alot of fun ::yes::
Ah yes...I couldn't remember if I was dreaming about the girls night out or not. And the walks! How could I forget...oh, I know! I only made it to one or two before I flaked out and started doing them on "island time, mon!"

magiroux

01-09-2006, 05:48 PM

My name would be Ginger Stevens.

Don't forget about the group picture also on the 10 day. I missed most gatherings. Not that we were too busy, my mind was on vacation and I kept missing things!

Judy

oh yeah the pitcure...hey, whoever was in that pitcure can you dig it out and post where you are in it. Some people I remember, but there were just soooo many. That along with having the worst memory on the planet for names and faces...really, it's embarrassing. I will dig mine out tonite. I can't do it on my computer, but if someone can post a copy, that would be great??????

magiroux

01-09-2006, 05:50 PM

Oh, and Palo Brunch...where they rented the room

magiroux

01-09-2006, 05:51 PM

T.O.P. two in a row :cool1: :cool1: :cool1: :cool1:

gaRry must be sleeping

karaeric

01-09-2006, 05:51 PM

oh yeah the pitcure...hey, whoever was in that pitcure can you dig it out and post where you are in it. Some people I remember, but there were just soooo many. That along with having the worst memory on the planet for names and faces...really, it's embarrassing. I will dig mine out tonite. I can't do it on my computer, but if someone can post a copy, that would be great??????
We were the ones wearing the teal DISboard holiday cruise shirts!! :rotfl2:

I hope someone can figure that out how to repost it here. I never even got a copy of the picture!

magiroux

01-09-2006, 05:53 PM

We were the ones wearing the teal DISboard holiday cruise shirts!! :rotfl2:

I hope someone can figure that out how to repost it here. I never even got a copy of the picture!

You should really stand out in that crazy outfit :rotfl2: :rotfl2: :rotfl2:

karaeric

01-09-2006, 05:54 PM

Oh, and Palo Brunch...where they rented the room
Ah yes. I think there were two groups that did that, each on different days, because there was so much interest. Anyone out there w/Cat 3 or above? That's the way to book that kind of stuff...just have your concierge do it! :cool1:

BTW Mary Ann, super sneaky on the TOPS!

dobelover

01-09-2006, 06:02 PM

Cute idea, Brandy Martin after parents and Taffy Winner growing up. Either one works for me ;)

Sue

LAMPSKIES

01-09-2006, 06:17 PM

There was the morning walk around deck 4. Actually, there were two groups, the early risers and the sleepy heads.

Then was the girls night out. Unfortunately, that one fell on the same day as the wine tasting party. Started "tasting" (yea, right) wine at about 4 O'clock :drinking1 , then a few more glasses back at the cabin getting ready for formal night (just to take the edge off the pain of squezzing into the girdle) :drinking1 , then everyone looked so pretty so that was call for a celebration sooooooo, sucked down a bottle at dinner :drinking1 :drinking1 :drinking1 , and now back to the cabin to get out of the gown to be all comfy for a night of drinking with the girls :cool1: . Well, the next thing I remember is waking up the next moring being heckled by dh 'cause I passed out in my bra & panties :scared1: . But, I heard Girl's Night Out was alot of fun ::yes::

Sounds like Me and Willie every day!! :rotfl2: Except we started earlier and never actually passed out....and ya I HAD NO GIRDLE!!! :hyper2: As far as the rest?!?!?!?!?! :rotfl2: :rotfl:

magiroux

01-09-2006, 06:28 PM

Sounds like Me and Willie every day!! :rotfl2: Except we started earlier and never actually passed out....and ya I HAD NO GIRDLE!!! :hyper2: As far as the rest?!?!?!?!?! :rotfl2: :rotfl:

ahhhhhh, that's the secret, build up your immunity early on. I confess, I'm a bit of a light weight :sad2: .

magiroux

01-09-2006, 06:29 PM

Cute idea, Brandy Martin after parents and Taffy Winner growing up. Either one works for me ;)

Sue

I agree, I think either name could earn ya a buck ot two :goodvibes

magiroux

01-09-2006, 06:33 PM

Ah yes. I think there were two groups that did that, each on different days, because there was so much interest. Anyone out there w/Cat 3 or above? That's the way to book that kind of stuff...just have your concierge do it! :cool1:

BTW Mary Ann, super sneaky on the TOPS!

I think Land and Sea Guy (Cary) has one of the suites, but he hasn't been on the thread in months.

I gotta sneak those tops in when gaRry pirate: ain't looking.

karaeric

01-09-2006, 06:34 PM

Okay friends, it's time for me to log off :badpc: , head home :moped: , walk the :dog: , say hello to my :cat: :cat: , make dinner :mickeybar , have a :drinking1 or two, and call it a night.

:chat: with you all tomorrow!

magiroux

01-09-2006, 06:43 PM

See ya, Kara. Have a good night.

dobelover

01-09-2006, 06:57 PM

Evening All - My sister is moving and I have been helping her pack up her home of 16 years. Who knew she would have so much stuff!

Sue

videogal1

01-09-2006, 07:18 PM

Evening All - My sister is moving and I have been helping her pack up her home of 16 years. Who knew she would have so much stuff!

Sue

Sigh...Brother found an assisted living place for Mom and now I've been summoned to drive to California to clean out 25 years of mobil home living (ok, $300+ is really a good deal on rent for a retired Mom). Anyone want to give me some encouraging words? I just don't feel good about this...Last time I was there 2 months cleaning, cleaning, cleaning and hardly made a dent. Wellll, I did manage to sell the car before flying home.... 17 hours on the road one way....sigh, again... :paw:

magiroux

01-09-2006, 07:21 PM

Sue, that is one of my resolutions. To de-clutter my house as if I was moving out and had to pay for moving it. I have so much junk and the reason is because I look at something and say, "Gee, I may need this someday" and it goes untouched again for two years when I pick it up and again say, well, you know!!!

I use flylady and when I follow here it is amazing how much I am able to get rid of with her advise.

dobelover

01-09-2006, 07:27 PM

Sigh...Brother found an assisted living place for Mom and now I've been summoned to drive to California to clean out 25 years of mobil home living (ok, $300+ is really a good deal on rent for a retired Mom). Anyone want to give me some encouraging words? I just don't feel good about this...Last time I was there 2 months cleaning, cleaning, cleaning and hardly made a dent. Wellll, I did manage to sell the car before flying home.... 17 hours on the road one way....sigh, again... :paw:

Bummer!

How about 'what a nice thing to do'. Is there much worth saving? Renting a dumpster or a POD?

For me it is about getting her out of town!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Good Luck, Lynda.

Sue

dobelover

01-09-2006, 07:29 PM

magiroux

01-09-2006, 07:44 PM

Jeanne goes to her room when I 'fly'. I think she is protecting her stuff!!!!

Sue

:rotfl: :rotfl: :rotfl: She's smart!! Once ya get going you can defiantely go into "clean sweep" overdrive.

wdwgoose

01-09-2006, 08:40 PM

HAY ALL

long day at work lots of stuff to do no calls so thats GOOD

KaRa you never know with me??????? been there one time
30 days training
DL was very small I think in 81 remember when ?????????

I see I missed a few T O Ps???? pirate: pirate: well they are everywhere, :eek: :idea: :scared1: :hug: :hug:

okay more to do, looks like TAMPA is where the horse trailer I need is at.

gaRry

Denise Escola

01-09-2006, 09:52 PM

WELL weren't we the chatty group today?

Nice photo of the geese Ron. I look for a flock that comes to the area every winter. They like to hang out in the local polo field. It is such a treat to see them.

OK Bubbles... :rotfl2: Gretta Morningglory. :flower3: That doesn't sound like a stripper but an __rated movie star. I'll keep Bunny.

Hey Kara...the fantasy island five.Name five famous men from any time in their lives, living or dead that you would like to be stranded on a deserted island with and no Gary doesn't count. :scratchin Nice to have another Californian. :sunny:

Lynda!!! :hug: Estate sale? There are companies that handle the whole thing. Kisses to Cash.

Oh man thats right I missed ladies night out. Its like I have kids or something. Drag me out next time ok? I liked the ornament exchange & the wine tasting. I missed everything else. This time around both the girls will be old enough for the clubhouse. Watch out Bunny on the loose.

Watched the movie Supersize Me last night. Talk about a diet motivation. I don't think I'll be eating fast food any time soon.

Ok time to go get the squirrels in bed. Have a great day all since the time I get to the computer you eastcoasters are gone.

TTFN, -D

wdwgoose

01-09-2006, 09:57 PM

:eek: :scared: :mad: :mad: :worried: :sad: :sad: :sad:

YOU MEANNIE :sad1:

:tongue: :hyper2: :hug:

:worship: :teeth: :rotfl: :rotfl:

have a good night

gaRry

justmestace

01-09-2006, 10:32 PM

Better late than never....Snickers Emmett. Not a very good name for a stripper.
And a darn good thing, too. Not a very good body for a stripper.

I have the group picture somewhere...will have to find it and post it.

Kara, I thought Mary was going to send you a copy a looooong time ago?
I can scan it and copy it, and send it, but it probably wouldn't turn out very well. Let me know, I'll try.

justmestace

01-09-2006, 10:49 PM

I don't have the group photo in the computer....I'll try to remember to find it, and scan it tomorrow so that I can post it for you.

justmestace

01-09-2006, 10:58 PM

dobelover

01-10-2006, 05:35 AM

Morning All - Stacey thanks for posting. I enjoy the cruise photos and thumb thru the album frequently.

Sue

DCLgodess

01-10-2006, 06:18 AM

wow. i missed quite a lot today. lol. Been studying for midterms though. They are such stupidly hard tests, it makes me mad. lol. Heard more news about Boo. The trainer said that she is making a lot of progress. He can handle her in about every situation (except water and trailering) and she won't fight him or even pin her ears. He can ride her for hours and she will be just as coopertive in the beginning as the end. That makes me so happy. still am looking at another horse in Canada. 5 y/o AQHA mare already trained who is a grand daughter of Freckles Playboy. I know probably none of you know who that is, but just think. In his day, "Player" was the Tom Brady of reining horses. Does that analogy work? I can post a pic of her if you all want to see this girl. Her name is Tigers Playdoe, they call her Playdoe for short. How cute!

wdwgoose

01-10-2006, 06:52 AM

good mornin all

leaving for W D W later today

TKDLISA you going too be HOME

have a horse trailer in TAMPA fair grounds to pick up.

okay ENJOY THE T O P s I'LL BEE BACK :eek: :scared: :crazy2:

:scratchin :idea:

:cool2:

gaRry

dobelover

01-10-2006, 08:02 AM

Hey gaRry - have a fun time! What time do we have to get up to see the Magic come in on Sat morning?

Sue

KatHuss

01-10-2006, 09:15 AM

For things to do here are my comments:

* Boarding Day Meet (a given) - Definitely a given! Just a question of when and where.

* Ornament exchange - Definitely. Just let me know when!

* Book exchanges (held about every three or four days) - What kind of books? Like what we have been reading?

* Scrap booking lessons and exchange - Sorry, I don't scrap book, not my thing.

* PJ breakfast (everyone showed up to Lumiere's with PJs on - prearranged w/DCL so there were tables set aside for everyone to sit in the same area) - You don't seriously want to see me or DH in our PJ's!!

* Wine tasting (everyone brought a bottle of local wine for others to taste - keep in mind this may not be do-able now due to stricter DCL rules) - What stricter rules do they have regarding wine? We have never brought our own on board so I have no clue. I think a wine tasing would be fun. By local is it local to where we stop that day?

* DIS Boards door-tag (A specially designed door magnet gets tagged to your door, you sign it, then pass on to another participating DIS boarder) - As long as we have a list of people and where their rooms are!

*I also like the idea of a Ladies Night Out. DD is old enough that if DH wanted to go do something she can stay in the clubs or go back to the room by herself.

*What about getting together for excursions? I definitely want to do the Pirate one and would like to do some shopping.

*I also want to do the gingerbread house one that DCL does, that sounds like lots of fun.

*And of course tying ressies together so we can be seated together at dinner. Would they be terribly upset if groups that were tied and had the same server changed tables so they sat with different folks on different nights or is that a no-no?

I don't know how much DH will want to participate but that is up to him. I want to have FUN and hang out with all the crazy folks here on the board.

Denise Escola

01-10-2006, 09:39 AM

:teeth: " 5 y/o AQHA mare already trained who is a grand daughter of Freckles Playboy."

I don't know Jen...sounds like a strippers name to me. :teeth:

Denise Escola

01-10-2006, 09:43 AM

Oh we did the door tag also. That was fun.

I like the idea of some excursions as well. Had to give up our reservations for the pirate cruise last time as DD3 was too young. Need pirate ship.Must have pirate ship. AARGH.

Gary you know you are on all of our islands. :hug:

TTFN, -D

WMILLER86

01-10-2006, 09:52 AM

Post Number 1000 for me.

Ok for my great stripper name- "Ole Bullet CR777"

Wow, that would get the ladies throwing those 5's and 10's!

My first dog was named Ole Bullet, and I first lived on County Road 777 in Jasper, Texas.

Hey Stacey, how was the trip out of Houston?

Willie

magiroux

01-10-2006, 10:16 AM

Me again...let's see if this works:

http://monorailgreen.info/Xmas2004Cruise/tripreports/group_t.jpg

Jay & I are in the first row (standing) on the far left. I have on the coral (orange) top. I can (almost) still name everyone.

Hey Stace, how was your trip?

Thanks for digging up the pitcure and posting. I am in the back, to the right of Mary (WDWLVR), behind and in between the yellow shirt and the striped shirt.

:worship: :worship: Can remember everyone's name??? ....trying to show up a burn out like me. I told you I was a product of the '70's :upsidedow , add to that Alzheimer runs in my family and I'm pretty much toast, krispy toast :confused3 . HUbby says he still take care of me when I've lost it, but somehow that evil little smirk make me think :worried: ;)

Denise, where are you??? I know you were at the wine party and the photo was done right after. I can't find you in all the little heads :confused3 Hey, how about "Bunny Morningglory"? Now that's a name that would be remembered!!

And Sue, I see Jeanne, but where are you?

magiroux

01-10-2006, 10:25 AM

Watched the movie Supersize Me last night. Talk about a diet motivation. I don't think I'll be eating fast food any time soon.

TTFN, -D

OMG, I saw this last week and I have not stopped thinking about it since. I could not believe what happened to that man. What an eye opener :scared1:

justmestace

01-10-2006, 10:55 AM

Ssshhh....we didn't tell Denise about the picture...;) ;)

Sue is in the back by Garry and Vicki...to the left.

Here's a question...MaryAnn...who is standing directly behind you?

And...(these are the only ones I don't know) who is standing on either side of TKDLisa?

dobelover

01-10-2006, 10:59 AM

I am on the left, beside Vicki, behind gaRry and in front of Kevin. White tee with a blue shirt.

Sue

justmestace

01-10-2006, 10:59 AM

Sailing out of Houston was great. It's a very industrial port...although I have seen enough of them now to realize that DCL's is very out of the ordinary.
The Dream is the only cruise ship there, it's really close to the airport...it was great. They have the embarkation down to an art form, totally painless.
We were lucky, it had been raining there and in the ports the week before we went, but we had great weather.

I had been apprehensive about such a small ship....but we had perfectly smooth seas, and it ended up that I loved the ship. The Captain and his crew were the most friendly that I've ever met.

All in all....we all enjoyed it a lot.

justmestace

01-10-2006, 11:00 AM

I am on the left, beside Vicki, behind gaRry and in front of Kevin. White tee with a blue shirt.

Sue

Jinx...you owe me a beer!

dobelover

01-10-2006, 11:03 AM

Hey Stacey, the woman in black, next to TKDLisa is a realtor from Wisconsin, maybe Christine. This was her first cruise.

dobelover

01-10-2006, 11:04 AM

Jinx...you owe me a beer!

Good deal, can't wait!

justmestace

01-10-2006, 11:08 AM

Good deal, can't wait!

Do you remember that phrase? We used to say it all the time if someone said the same thing at the same time as you did. (Jinx, you owe me a beer)

I remember meeting that gal, but couldn't have told you her name for the life of me!

justmestace

01-10-2006, 11:14 AM

That was too big...let me do it smaller.

Was trying to post a picture of the Captain of the Dream, with Jordan and I at a reception for the 10 Owner's Suites. He was really friendly, and younger than me...probably the youngest Capt out there.

Just don't make fun of my extra poundage, please.

http://photobucket.com/albums/v444/justmestace/th_IMG_3021.jpg

dobelover

01-10-2006, 11:15 AM

We met her the night b4 at the Hyatt. Very high energy. It was fun running into her on the ship and hear her stories. Man, she did everything, and then wanted more!What is weird, even though we grew up 1/2 country apart and several years between us, my crowd used to say 'bread and butter, buy me beer'. Of course that was after the Boones Farm era!

Sue

justmestace

01-10-2006, 11:18 AM

dobelover

01-10-2006, 11:19 AM

Post Number 1000 for me.

Willie

Congrats!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

DCLgodess

01-10-2006, 12:36 PM

:teeth: " 5 y/o AQHA mare already trained who is a grand daughter of Freckles Playboy."

I don't know Jen...sounds like a strippers name to me. :teeth:

where they came up with the name for that Stallion is beyond me. If you look as his papers, the name came out of nowhere. But is was a dappled palomino, so he did have "freckles", but playboy? May because he was going to be left a stud. He was a very hansome horse though.

KatHuss

01-10-2006, 01:54 PM

Denise, yes, must have pirate ship! Too bad Jack Sparrow won't be there! Do you think your DD will be into it? Mine probably will be, but she'll be 10 by the time we cruise in December.

Speaking of DD, she is a bit on the shy side and said she is sort of scared to meet new kids because she won't know them. Once she does, though, I think she'll be fine. I know several of you said you had DDs who will be close to her age so hopefully they will get along and she can have someone to pal around with. I know she won't want to hang out with Mom and Dad all the time and we plan on letting her sign herself in and out of the clubs as long as she can be responsible about it. I think we are going to have a small white board in the room that she will have to stop in and write where she is going if she isn't in the club. Anyone else with kids in that age going to let them sign themselves in and out?

I am excited. I just ordered a new cover for my cell phone and it has my favorite Disney character on it! Tink of course!

Now I have to start working on a door sign for us. Got to have Tink, of course. I have tried to find a picture of her in a Santa hat that I can use but haven't been able to find one that I can put on a sign. Oh well, I still have time. I need to try to find a Home Depot that still does the Mickey paint chips too. I want to get an alien green Mickey head but the nearest Home Depot is 45 minutes from here and I don't get that way very often.

KatHuss

01-10-2006, 01:55 PM

Wooo hoooo, I got the top and didn't even realize it!!!

karaeric

01-10-2006, 02:57 PM

Me again...let's see if this works:

http://monorailgreen.info/Xmas2004Cruise/tripreports/group_t.jpg

Jay & I are in the first row (standing) on the far left. I have on the coral (orange) top. I can (almost) still name everyone.
Yay, Stacey, you're back! Hallo!

Thank you so much for posting this again. I actually saved it this time!

DH and I are in the upper left. DH is next to Ken (kpros) with the teal shirt and black camera strap over his shoulder. I'm just below Linda (seaulater), with the short blond hair.

karaeric

01-10-2006, 03:24 PM

I need to try to find a Home Depot that still does the Mickey paint chips too. I want to get an alien green Mickey head but the nearest Home Depot is 45 minutes from here and I don't get that way very often.

Hey Kat, we pratically LIVE in our "mother ship (aka Home Depot)" Next time I'm there, I'd be happy to pick you up a Mickey paint chip in lime green. Just one?

magiroux

01-10-2006, 03:33 PM

Here's a question...MaryAnn...who is standing directly behind you?

And...(these are the only ones I don't know) who is standing on either side of TKDLisa?

:confused3 :confused3 :confused3 :confused3 :confused3 :confused3 :confused3 :confused3 :confused3 :confused3

Seriously, out the entire photo I only recognize about 10-15 faces and of them I only remember about 10 names.

I see Jeri (DIS name: Juletime) and Henry who were our table mates. They signed up for the '06 10 day, but I know they were wait listed for one of the repo cruises. I wonder if they are still coming? They made our Christmas Eve Dinner so special by Henry decorating and bringing all things that had to do with X-Mas customs from his country. What a night that was. Denise will remember the SHOTS!!! Some of us had one too many!

wdwgoose

01-10-2006, 04:03 PM

WELL I'm still here almost OUTTA the door, had too wait on the hay guy.

finnally some VERY NICE size and good HAY BALES!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

OKAY ALL have a good week all I'll tell mickey YA'ALL SAID HAY!!!! :rotfl2: :cool1: :rotfl: :confused3 :confused3

j E n sent you A pm,

gaRry :chat:

karaeric

01-10-2006, 04:49 PM

Have fun gaRry! I'm super jealous, and will imagine being there with you.

Drink good coffee!

KatHuss

01-10-2006, 07:09 PM

Hey Kat, we pratically LIVE in our "mother ship (aka Home Depot)" Next time I'm there, I'd be happy to pick you up a Mickey paint chip in lime green. Just one?

Kara, that would be wonderful, thank you!!!!

Denise Escola

01-10-2006, 08:46 PM

:They made our Christmas Eve Dinner so special by Henry decorating and bringing all things that had to do with X-Mas customs from his country. What a night that was. Denise will remember the SHOTS!!! Some of us had one too many!

Yeah I think I remember it. That was an evil brew. Hey but it did taste better the more you drank. At least I kept my clothes on. Man I didn't even hit the clubs either. I need another cruise

Hear trouble downstairs gotta go ref. :scared1:
TTFN, D

DCLgodess

01-11-2006, 06:10 AM

hey all. I've got mid-terms today and tomorrow. SO MUCH FUN! (NOT!) :scared1: :headache: :scared: :crazy2:

dobelover

01-11-2006, 06:26 AM

Good Luck Jen!

Sue

karaeric

01-11-2006, 08:29 AM

Yeah, good luck Jen!!

Good morning all. Coffee in hand, but that's not saying much...I need some :banana: !

magiroux

01-11-2006, 09:10 AM

Good luck on those tests, jen.

Good morning all. Need some more coffee here myself.

Have a great trip gaRry. BTW, weren't you just at WDW????? Some people get to have all the fun.

KatHuss

01-11-2006, 10:13 AM

Mary Ann, I agree. I keep seeing these folks going on multiple cruises during one year and all the trips to WDW. I am very jealous. My time off for this year is already taken so no last minute trips like that for me. Oh well, at least I have my cruise to look forward too! And our other trip in just over 10 weeks! I thought about bringing back a bottle of wine from Hawaii for our wine tasting on the cruise but am now hesitating. What is this about tougher rules on this?? Does anybody know??

WMILLER86

01-11-2006, 10:54 AM

I thought about bringing back a bottle of wine from Hawaii for our wine tasting on the cruise but am now hesitating. What is this about tougher rules on this?? Does anybody know??

In November, lots of people brought wine, beer, and hard liquor onboard with no problems. I think Lampy brought a keg. :rotfl2:

W

magiroux

01-11-2006, 12:41 PM

karaeric

01-11-2006, 01:16 PM

Sorry folks, I meant to post clarification on this issue and forgot.

As far as I know, there is no change to brining wine on board with you. In May for the Repo cruise, we shipped a case to the ship and my parents carried another 1/2 case on with them. Very nice time was had by all, thank you very much!

What I meant by tougher rules was for the wine tasting events. DCL is charging for events like this now. No more freebies. So unless we want to all chip into a pot, we probably won't be able to do this one. For some reason, I want to say it was something like $10-12 per person? Or was that per bottle of wine? Can't exactly remember, but sort of defeats the purpose of bringing the wine on board. For that, we can all meet at one of the nice lounges and order a couple of glasses from the ship's selection. Just as easy.

Hope that helps. I know Stacey had more experience than I did in setting up the wine tasting on the last 10-day cruise.

KatHuss

01-11-2006, 01:35 PM

What I meant by tougher rules was for the wine tasting events. DCL is charging for events like this now. No more freebies. So unless we want to all chip into a pot, we probably won't be able to do this one. For some reason, I want to say it was something like $10-12 per person? Or was that per bottle of wine? Can't exactly remember, but sort of defeats the purpose of bringing the wine on board. For that, we can all meet at one of the nice lounges and order a couple of glasses from the ship's selection. Just as easy.

Hmm, sounds like it! I don't mind paying that for one gathering, but not for multiple ones. So I guess for any of our gatherings we are just going to have to meet on one of the decks or find a quiet corner or something! Or maybe we will be lucky and someone will have a suite....

I am trying to remember the out-of-the-way area we found last summer. There weren't any tables or chairs, though, so maybe that isn't such a good idea. Would they kick us out of the movie theatre if it weren't being used at the time? I know we have wandered the ship from time to time and gone in there when it was empty. Maybe that would work.

karaeric

01-11-2006, 02:00 PM

I think the charge is really related to the event being organized through DCL and involving alcohol. The charge, if I remember correctly, was for staff to "work" the event. By working, they meant opening the wine, providing the glasses, and cleanup of the room used (and maybe covert observation of the age group attending so as to be legal?).

They haven't seemed to charge for cruisers wanting to set up a meet when the location was already staffed, like a special brunch at Palo or for the PJ breakfast. Nor have they had a problem with cruisers taking over areas that were not in use for an hour or so. The best example I know of there was the scrapbooking meet on the May cruise. They met in the Prominade Lounge mid-day when nothing was scheduled and nobody from DCL seemed to mind.

Bottom line here is that I don't think any of the gatherings we want to do would be a problem, with the possible exception of a wine tasting.

KatHuss

01-11-2006, 02:18 PM

I am not that much of a wine drinker anyway so I won't miss a wine tasting. Now give me some Kahlua or Bailey's and that's another story!! :drinking1

DH saw the group pic from last year and I think he was quite surprised by how many DISers and family members there were! And DD wanted to know if any of the kids in the pic were going this year and were close to her age. I would like to know if anyone has girls (by this age I suspect boys may not want to hang around with the girls!) who will be around 10 or 11 in December who would like to maybe email other kids so that they might feel like they know each other by then. DD is so scared that she will be shy and she won't be able to make any friends. I know she will make friends, she always does, but maybe this would make her feel better before the cruise.

dobelover

01-11-2006, 04:57 PM

Hi All, Doin' the Doc Dance for my Jan 28 cruise!

Sue

karaeric

01-11-2006, 05:28 PM

Yay Sue! :banana: Doing the dance for ya!

Kat, I believe the kids did their own picture, which is why you really don't see kids in this one. There were actually a lot more kids with this group than what you see here. :crowded:

videogal1

01-11-2006, 07:26 PM

:confused3 :confused3 :confused3 :confused3 :confused3 :confused3 :confused3 :confused3 :confused3 :confused3

Seriously, out the entire photo I only recognize about 10-15 faces and of them I only remember about 10 names.

I see Jeri (DIS name: Juletime) and Henry who were our table mates. They signed up for the '06 10 day, but I know they were wait listed for one of the repo cruises. I wonder if they are still coming? They made our Christmas Eve Dinner so special by Henry decorating and bringing all things that had to do with X-Mas customs from his country. What a night that was. Denise will remember the SHOTS!!! Some of us had one too many!

Look, look, a DOG in the picture.........
:dog2: :dog2: :dog2: :dog2: :dog2:

videogal1

01-11-2006, 07:36 PM

I'm not sure what the new rules might be either, Kat. I found a pretty recent thread on the main board and it didn't say anything had changed. I had planned on shipping down a case of wine to the ship beforehand (maybe order from ABC Liquors to make it easier). I had bought a couple of bottles from Shirley last time. She really didn't have a great selection and I ended up not caring for the ones she sent so it was kind of a waste. Besides, a couple of bottles wasn't enough to make a difference in the bar bill in the end anyway ;) .

I offered the shipping instructions to a DCL cruiser on another board and someone replied that they would check the info with DCL... According to their subsequent post the "official" DCL response was that things could no longer be shipped to the ship but I don't know who they talked to (our friend Kelly at the warehouse? (321) 799-9100)? or some out-of-the-loop CM???)

We might have worn them out on the repo cruise...
:rotfl2: :rotfl2: :rotfl2: :rotfl2: :rotfl2:

magiroux

01-11-2006, 09:52 PM

I offered the shipping instructions to a DCL cruiser on another board and someone replied that they would check the info with DCL... According to their subsequent post the "official" DCL response was that things could no longer be shipped to the ship but I don't know who they talked to (our friend Kelly at the warehouse? (321) 799-9100)? or some out-of-the-loop CM???)

We might have worn them out on the repo cruise...
:rotfl2: :rotfl2: :rotfl2: :rotfl2: :rotfl2:

hmmm, looks like plan B may be in order

magiroux

01-11-2006, 09:58 PM

Congrats on the Doc Dance, Sue :dancer: :thewave:

Well, I just spent the most boring five hours getting re-certified for my CPR/Child First Aid. This one lady just kept blabbing and blabbing about her personal experience of every medical problem that was gone over in the class. I swear, she made the class go an hour longer. Wanted to strangle her.

Just stuffed my dinner down in about 3 seconds and am off to bed :faint:

'night, 'night all

DCLgodess

01-12-2006, 06:14 AM

hey all. survived 2 easy mid-terms yesterday. we have 90 minutes for each mid-term. My astronomy had 200 questions! That means you have to answer 3 questions a minute to even finish. lol. it was only challenging b/c it was long. So today i have Prob & Stats (math) and A.P. US History. US is going to be SOOOOO HARD! lol. i know it is. but if i don't post tonight, i died taking the test. lol. toodles.

WMILLER86

01-12-2006, 08:40 AM

This one lady just kept blabbing and blabbing about her personal experience of every medical problem that was gone over in the class. I swear, she made the class go an hour longer. Wanted to strangle her.

'night, 'night all

Mary Ann, don't ya just love those folks? I was at a soccer league board meeting last night that was an hour longer than it should have been because some "maroon" kept questioning every little detail. I finally moved over by him and threatened to throttle him if he asked another question. ha ha, he giggled. My reply-"Do I look like I am smiling? I am missing Lost season premiere." That show will make you strange. ;)

Oh yeah- "maroon" is a Bugs Bunny term for moron.

Willie

karaeric

01-12-2006, 10:07 AM

Look, look, a DOG in the picture.........
:dog2: :dog2: :dog2: :dog2: :dog2:
OOh! OOh! I know, I know! That's the ever-handsome Cash escorting the always lovely Lynda! :flower2:

Hope things are going okay at your Mom's Lynda.

videogal1

01-12-2006, 10:08 AM

Mary Ann, don't ya just love those folks? I was at a soccer league board meeting last night that was an hour longer than it should have been because some "maroon" kept questioning every little detail. I finally moved over by him and threatened to throttle him if he asked another question. ha ha, he giggled. My reply-"Do I look like I am smiling? I am missing Lost season premiere." That show will make you strange. ;)

Oh yeah- "maroon" is a Bugs Bunny term for moron.

Willie

Well, I know several grads of that school who hate their purplish hot dog-shaped mascot (the Maroons) and it is rather odd not to hear of protests over a mascot that Webster says is a fugitive black slave...Oh, well, Bubba probably doesn't know....
:rotfl2: :rotfl2: :rotfl2:

karaeric

01-12-2006, 10:15 AM

Okay, so I cannot resist with gaRry off to WDW...

tee hee...TOP!! :cool1:

videogal1

01-12-2006, 11:12 AM

OOh! OOh! I know, I know! That's the ever-handsome Cash escorting the always lovely Lynda! :flower2:

Hope things are going okay at your Mom's Lynda.

Thank you,Sweetheart! Mom has been moved into an assisted living apartment and is doing really well...No more special bus to schedule and catch at a specific time for a Dr. appointment, no more grocery shopper to call, no more money to fumble with, no more up mobile home steps and down mobile home steps...Her thinking is much more clear and she's even telling jokes...

Now all I have to do is drive to California and empty her mobile home (estate sale, anyone?) and sell it. Good deal for someone who wants to live near the beach and lives on a fixed income but a pain in the rear to find them...
Otherwise I'm SO thankful that she's doing better....
and thanks for asking!

magiroux

01-12-2006, 05:28 PM

Mary Ann, don't ya just love those folks? I was at a soccer league board meeting last night that was an hour longer than it should have been because some "maroon" kept questioning every little detail. I finally moved over by him and threatened to throttle him if he asked another question. ha ha, he giggled. My reply-"Do I look like I am smiling? I am missing Lost season premiere." That show will make you strange. ;)

Oh yeah- "maroon" is a Bugs Bunny term for moron.

Willie

Yep, every time I go to a meeting, there's always ONE that LOVES to hear themself talk. And I know what you mean about being late for Lost. I stopped going to PTO Meetings at the beginning of this year 'cause they're on Thursday nights and it just interferred with Survivor. Priorities, ya know ;). Funny you should bring up Lost. I just ordered the first season on Netflix. Gotta keep myself busy watching something 'till season 2 of Desperate Housewives gets released ;) .

Speaking of PTO...I'm off

DCLgodess

01-13-2006, 06:15 AM

i am not into that show, lost. It looks to me like a hyped up reality show gone wrong. I am more a crime show girl. I only watch CSI, CSI: Miami, Law & Order, Law & Order: SVU, and NCIS. don't watch much else because i am usually riding horses the rest of the time.

KatHuss

01-13-2006, 08:10 AM

CSI, ER, House and Medium for me. Who has time to watch tv??? Heck, I have two shows that I taped this week and have no idea when I will get a chance to watch them.

DD is selling girl scout cookies, anybody want to buy some? :rotfl2: I hate cookie time beause it is always the parents who end up doing the selling, not the girls. :crazy2: They don't want the girls going door to door anymore. Heck, I still have 4 boxes in my freezer from last year!! But they are doing something new. They are promoting sending cookies to the troops and if someone buys a case (12 boxes, $36) they are giving cards that show a tax-deductible donation was made in that amount. That is kind of cool.

It was 58 and sunny here yesterday, gorgeous weather. I woke up to thunder this morning! It was 50 and pouring rain when I came to work and they say that by tomorrow morning we could have 1-3 inches of snow!!! :crazy2: :crazy2: :crazy2:

Oh well, back to work, I guess. :bored:

karaeric

01-13-2006, 09:14 AM

We watch most of the same stuff Jen! All three CSI's, NCIS, Law & Order SVU. Then tack on Scrubs, Survivor, House, and Grey's Anatomy. Thank goodness for TIVO!!! :scared1:

Good morning all, and HAPPY FRIDAY! Anyone else have a three day weekend?

Hey Kat, how're the mid-terms? You done now?

justmestace

01-13-2006, 09:27 AM

That's funny....we all watch the same shows....and other than Survivor, those are the only shows I watch. I have to wrestle the remote from Jay just to see some of those! He watches anything on the History Channel....and things like "Amazing Stories of the Building of the Tallest Skyscraper". And he wonders why I'm on HERE all the time!

We had a chilly day yesterday, I think it only got to 70°. :duck:

HAPPY FRIDAY!

KatHuss

01-13-2006, 09:58 AM

Woo hoo!! My 400th post on the DIS and it is on our board!

Stacey, 70??? I wish!!

No, I don't watch Survivor or any of the so called reality shows. DH watches House with me and then he will watch things on Discovery or History channels that have to do with WWII, guns, cool building projects, etc.

Poor DD. I picked her up from Latchkey yesterday and she started to cry when we got in the car. A couple of girls that she thought were her friends (she was "best friends" with one of them several weeks ago) had been bullying her. She said they kept following her and calling her names, grabbing her, etc. She wouldn't tell the teachers because she is afraid she will get bullied more. Ugh. I didn't go through that until I was in 7th or 8th grade but I feel her pain. Kids can be so cruel, can't they???

magiroux

01-13-2006, 10:10 AM

Hey Kat, I'll buy some of your cookies if you buy some of mine :rotfl2: . In our area it kinda stinks because we live on the line of two different GS Councils. Well, our council saw fit to raise the cookie prices by 50 cents a few years ago and the other council didn't. So I always get, "You're charging to much for the cookies", or "Why are your cookies more?" I have to explain the same thing about 20 times a year. I love the ones that say, "Well, I'm gonna buy them from so and so 'cause they're cheaper", with my dd standing right there. Every year I get at least one that says that. Umm, no thanks to the cookies would do :( .

We must be getting your weather a day later. Yesterday was 50, today is supossed to 58 and tomorrow is supposed rain. January thaw is here. I'm going skiing again for Feb break. I NEED SNOW HERE!!!!!!

magiroux

01-13-2006, 10:11 AM

magiroux

01-13-2006, 10:16 AM

Yep Kara, a three day weekend here too. But, I have to pay for it the next day because it is a Teacher Professional day and that means the kids get another day off and I get to babysit them. Anyone wants a good dose of birth control, walk into my house about 3PM on Tuesday. :scared1: :scared1:

justmestace

01-13-2006, 10:37 AM

Kat...one of the reasons I never wanted daughters....girls can be soooo mean. And so God gave me TWO of them! That'll teach me.

I sat both of mine down at an early age and warned them about how girls can be. And I begged them to never do that to other girls. The only thing that will help is to tell her that they are probably just jealous of her, and give her lots of TLC.

magiroux

01-13-2006, 11:48 AM

Girls are awful and they DO start so young now. In first grade the girls were dressing like Christine Agularia (sp?, don't care) with the disposition of Courtney Love.

My own sweet little neice is turning as mean as a snake. Julia worships the ground she walks on, after all she is 6 months older, and she treats her like crap. Actually she treats everyone like crap.

My dd's problem is she will make excuses for everyone. She just does not think badly of anyone, no matter what. It's a fine line to teach her to have a backbone but at the same time just walk away. DH is teaching her to box :sad2: , yup, he's good at making matters worse ::yes::

KatHuss

01-13-2006, 01:52 PM

Mary Ann, it is hard for the kids not to dress like that when you go to the store and so many of the clothes for the little ones looks like prostitot wear! I hated it and am glad that style seems to have disappeared.

Hey, has anyone else with kids that go to the clubs seen the thread about the first night and parents having to stay with their kids unless the kids are old enough to sign themselves in and out? We were planning on letting Sam do that anyway but I don't like the fact that there won't be much supervision that night and the doors will be wide open. What does anyone else think about this issue?

karaeric

01-13-2006, 02:35 PM

Mary Ann, it is hard for the kids not to dress like that when you go to the store and so many of the clothes for the little ones looks like prostitot wear! I hated it and am glad that style seems to have disappeared.

Tee hee...prostitot! That's pretty funny.

Okay, so we don't have kids, but Mary Ann, I have to say that I think you're married to my DH's twin! Sounds exactly like something he would have done. ::yes::

Has anyone seen a new listing of spa offerings now that the Magic has the newly renovated spa? I'm trying to start working on my budgeting for the trip, and the spa will be a HUGE part of it!

KatHuss

01-13-2006, 03:23 PM

I haven't looked for a list of spa offerings and have never done the spa so I have no idea, Kara. The one I would love to have is a list of the excursions for the islands that aren't "normal" DCL stops so they aren't listed on the website right now. I too am trying to plan a budget and it is VERY hard without knowing how much the excursions might be. Ugh.

karylrocks

01-13-2006, 04:11 PM

I don't remember where I got this info but I saved it to a document. Here are the excursions for St. Lucia:

4 x 4 Beach Trek (4-4.5 hours)
Prepare for a 4 wheeling adventure touring the lesser known highlights of St. Lucia. Your scenic drive will take you through picturesque villages to the beautiful Atlantic Coast. During your tour you'll stop at "The Farm" for a bit of relaxation and refreshments. From here, your drive continues along the hilly terrain where you'll enjoy panoramic views of this beautiful island. You'll visit a secluded beach where you'll be able to enjoy a refreshing swim in the ocean. While enjoying your hour swimming and sunning in the Atlantic, you'll be served complimentary rum punch and soft drinks
Departure times: 9:15am and 1:45pm
Price: $52 (ages 10 & up) Child: $42 (ages 5-9)

Tropical Waterfall Experience
Cascading water, lush landscapes and tropical wildlife combine to make this tour a one of a kind experience. You'll begin with an 80 minute journey to the village of Soufriere. Along the way, your driver will point out the historic sites and provide fascinating insights of the culture of St. Lucia. Once you reach your destination, you'll visit the Tropical House. True to its name, there's an array of flora and fauna that will delight you. From hummingbirds to colorful butterflies, to a pond brimming with fish, there's so much to see and experience. Reptile fans will find Boa constrictors displayed in glass enclosures. Your next stop is the Toraille Waterfall. The crystal clear water tumbles down a 50 foot cliff into the beautiful, natural pool below. You're welcome to take a refreshing swim in the cooling water or to simply stroll around. While enjoying this bit of paradise, you'll find knowledgeable park guides to assist you. No doubt you'll have wonderful memories to share as you make your 80 minute return trip back to the ship.
Departure Time: 12:10pm
Price: $39 (ages 10 & up) Child: $29 (ages 3-9)

Caribbean Beach Extravaganza (4-4.5 hours)
Yo Ho! Welcome aboard the Brig Unicorn, the 19th century tall ship that was featured in both the miniseries Roots and in Disney's Pirates of the Caribbean. This magnificent vessel will embark on a one hour voyage to Pigeon Island, home to Fort Rodney. You'll disembark and enjoy two glorious hours of swimming and exploration. No pirate cruise is complete without a hunt for treasure. After your onshore adventure, it's back onboard the Brig Unicorn for your one hour return voyage during which snacks, soft drinks and rum punch will be served.
Departure Times: 9:00am and 1:15pm
Price: $59 (ages 10 & up) Child: $39 (ages 5-9)

Cruise to the Pitons (4-4.5 hours)
The magnificent Piton Mountains are your destination on this scenic excursion. Youll depart from Castries Harbor and enjoy soft drinks, rum punch and snacks during the 90 minute cruise to Soufriere and the majestic Pitons. Along the way, youll enjoy views of quaint villages and notable St. Lucia landmarks. You'll cruise around the Pitons and Jalousie Bay and embark on a 90 minute voyage to Anse Cochon. Along the way, youll swim and relax at a secluded bay. From here,you'll cruise in and around Marigot Bay before your 45 minute voyage back to the ship.
Departure Time: 12:10pm
Price: $49 (ages 10 & up) Child: $29 (ages 3-9)

Scuba Diving (4 - 4.5 hours)
PADI professional divers will accompany you on an unforgettable underwater exploration. You'll take a leisurely 30 minutes cruise along the Western shore of St. Lucia. Upon reaching the Soufriere Marine Reserve, you'll explore the amazing coral gardens which are home to an incredible variety of aquatic life. This is a two tank dive which may include either a wall dive or a wreck. Proof of current Diver Certification is required. Each dive will last approximately 35 minutes with a one hour break between dives during which refreshments will be served.
Departure Time: 9:20am
Price: $89.00 (ages 12 and up)

St. Lucia Golf & Country Club (6 - 6.5 hours)
In just 20 minutes, youll be on the fairway of this beautiful course. You can either bring your own clubs or rent them to tee up for 18 holes of golf. This par 71 course features a front nine for straight hitters and a back nine designed for long shots. This challenging course has magnificent views that provide the perfect backdrop to your day on the links.
Departure Time: 9:20am
Price: $110.00 (ages 10 and up)

Horseback Riding Adventure (3 - 3.5. hours)
You'll be taken on a 30 minute motor coach ride to the Belle Cheval Stables. Once here, you'll receive instructions while having your riding ability assessed. A carefully trained horse will be selected for you and you'll begin your excursion. Helpful guides will accompany you for the two hours you'll spend traversing the terrain. Your outing includes delicious snacks, photo ops, and finally, a visit to the beach. While here, you can either ride your horse along the waters edge or go for a swim. It's your choice as you enjoy an unforgettable day in paradise riding a magnificent steed.
Departure Time: 9:30am and 1:20pm
Price: $75.00 (ages 10 and up)

Island Delight (7.5 - 8 hours)
You'll spend the day touring the beautiful island of St. Lucia. The excursion begins with a drive to the capital city of Castries. Along the way, you'll stop at a scenic overlook in Morne Fortune for a fabulous view of the northwest coast. A 1.5 hour trip to Soufriere follows. You'll tour the western coast and visit the fishing village of Anse la Raye. You'll next visit Sulphur Springs and experience a 30 minute tour of the world's only drive-in volcano. Next will be a 40 minute tour of the lovely Botanical Gardens. Your next stop is at The Still Beach Front where you'll enjoy a delicious Creole-style buffet. Your luncheon is followed by a 1 hour ride to Marigot Bay for 15 minutes of incredible photo ops. You'll have wonderful memories to share as you return to the ship on Castries.
Departure time: 9:10am, 10:10am
Prices: $59.00 (ages 10 and up) , $45.00 (ages 3 to 9)

Sea & Land Adventures at Pigeon Island (3.5 hours)
Kayaks, snorkeling and swimming combine to make this an unforgettable adventure. Your day begins with a 20 minute ride to a quiet beach on the north side of St. Lucia. You'll receive instructions in kayaking and from there you're on your way to Pigeon Island National Park. As you paddle along during this 30 minute segment, you'll pass the quaint fishing village of Gros Islet, as well as luxury homes and deluxe resorts. When you arrive at Pigeon Island, refreshments are served. The following hour is yours to enjoy either by swimming, snorkeling or kayaking in the crystal clear water. If you like, you can visit the interpretive center where you'll learn of the island's history and natural wonders. There's a gift shop where you can purchase the perfect souvenir. If you enjoy scenic beauty, you may choose to visit Fort Rodney. The return trip from Pigeon Island is 20 minutes in length.
Departure time: 9:30am and 1:30pm
Prices: $65.00 (ages 10 and up)

St. Lucia Rain Forest Jungle Trail (6.5 - 7 hours)
Put on your hiking shoes as you prepare to explore St. Lucia's tropical treasures. The first part of the excursion is a 45 minute ride to the scenic overlooks at Fond d'Or and Dennery Village. Next is a 1.5 hour ride to the Mahout Des Cartier Trail. Along the way you'll stop at the Ti Rocher for a sampling of local fruit. When you arrive at the Mahout Trail, a 1.5 hour hike follows. Amidst the lush foliage you may spot a Jacquot, St. Lucia's colorful national bird. After your hike, a picnic buffet is served. Following your feast is a 45 minute ride to the La Tille Estate. This slice of paradise is located along the banks of the Mahout River. Your 30 minute visit includes tasting the renowned coconut water and an opportunity to cool off at the river's waterfall. From here you'll depart on your 1 hour ride back to the ship.
Departure time: 9:30am
Prices: $65.00 (ages 10 and up)

Snorkel Delight (3.5 - 4 hours)
You'll spend the day immersed in underwater splendor on this exciting excursion. This tour begins with a 45 minute boat ride along the beautiful shoreline of St. Lucia. When you arrive at the prime snorkeling spot, the expert staff will provide you with the equipment as well as instructions for its use. You'll have two glorious hours to explore the coral reefs and the abundance of colorful marine life living in its environs. When its time to return, you'll enjoy a refreshing beverage during your 45 minute voyage back to the ship.
Departure times: 9:20am, 12:50pm
Prices: $45.00 (ages 10 and up) , $35.00 (ages 5 to 9)

Sugar Mill St. Lucian Rhythms (3.5 - 4 hours)
You'll get three tours for the price of one on this fun excursion. A short ride brings you to St. Marks. This colonial style estate is set high in the hillside, offering spectacular views. You'll spend 30 minutes at this spot sampling Creole inspired snacks, rum punch and fruit juice. Following this delightful visit is a 45 minute ride to the 18th century La Sikwi Sugar Mill located in the picturesque fishing village of Anse La Raye. While listening to the rhythms of an authentic Shak-Shak band, you'll be treated to hors d'oeuvres, rum punch and luscious tropical fruits. Part three of your journey awaits. After a 45 minute ride yo'll find yourself at the River Rock Waterfall. You'll have 40 minutes to enjoy its cooling waters. On your 30 minute ride back to the ship, there will be a quick stop at Marigot Bay. If there's a sense of déjà vu, its because this scenic spot is often used as the tropical backdrop for major motion pictures.
Departure Times: 9:30am, 1:40pm
Prices: $35.00 (ages 10 and up), $25.00 (ages 3 to 9)

Waterfall Island Bike Tour (4 - 4.5 hours)
This is the perfect excursion for those who prefer the unconventional. You'll take a 45 minute ride to the starting point of your journey. From here, you'll hop on your bike and pedal your way past St. Lucia's rainforest, banana plantations until you reach the Sault Falls, one of the highest waterfalls on the island. After this 45 minute segment of cycling, you'll have 20 minutes to enjoy the cooling waters of the natural pool, and have a refreshing juice break. Along the way, your guides will point out areas of interest, with an emphasis on the island's agriculture. There's an abundance of coffee, cocoa, nutmeg and cinnamon, and you'll have an opportunity to sample tropical fruits. You'll cycle 45 minutes back to where you began your journey before embarking on the 45 minute ride back to the ship. Please note that there are a few gentle inclines on this tour.
Departure Times: 9:15am, 1:45pm
Prices: $59.00 (ages 10 and up)

St. Lucia Beach Adventure (6 - 6.5 hours)
Spend your day being pampered at the Rex St. Lucian Hotel. A brief 20 minute ride brings you to this lovely resort, home to one of St. Lucia's finest beaches. Umbrellas dot the white sand beach where you can relax and enjoy the crystal clear water as well as spectacular views of Rodney Bay, Gros Islet, Sandals Grande and Pigeon Island. If pools are more to your liking, youre welcome to enjoy a refreshing swim at any of the resort's pools. While here, an inclusive lunch buffet is served, as well as your choice of two beverages. You'll have 5 glorious hours to experience "island time."
Departure Times: 10:10am
Prices: $62.00 (ages 10 and up) , $49.00 (ages 3 to 9)

karylrocks

01-13-2006, 04:12 PM

And here are the Antigua excursions:

Catamaran Sail, Snorkel, & Beach Cruise (3.5 hours)
Enjoy it all. This excursion starts with a 20-minute ride on a catamaran. You'll arrive at a spot off the northwest coast of Antigua for some prime snorkeling. After being instructed and getting your snorkel equipment, you can explore the beautiful waters for one hour. Your next destination is a partially secluded beach where you'll spend the final hour enjoying the sugar-sand, surf and sun. You'll enjoy an open bar as you party your way back to the ship.
Price: Adult - $52.00 (ages 10 and up)
Price: Child - $39.00 (ages 5-9)
Departure Time: 8:30am and 12:30pm

Stingray Swim & Snorkel Adventure (3.5 hours)
An unforgettable stingray encounter awaits you. You'll begin with a scenic ride through Antigua's countryside to Seatons Village. From here you'll be taken on a 8-minute boat ride via an open skiff to Stingray Village. After disembarking onto a floating platform, a guide will provide snorkeling gear and instructions prior to your encounter with these gentle creatures. Upon entering the 4 foot deep water, you're welcome to touch, photograph and feed the stingrays under the supervision of your guide. Afterwards you can select a glass of fruit punch or rum before returning to the ship.
Price: Adult - $59.00 (ages 10 and up)
Price: Child - $49.00 (ages 5-9)
Departure Time: 8:00am and 12:00pm

Off Road 4x4 Jeep Safari Adventure (3.5 - 4 hours)
Here's your oportunity to go off the beaten track and explore this beautiful island. Your guide will take you on your freewheeling adventure while providing fascinating insights into the history of Antigua. Traveling along dirt tracks, you'll find yourself at a new destination approximately every 30 minutes. You'll visit the lush oasis of Body Pond followed by a trip to Monks Hill where Fort George awaits you. From this vantage point you'll enjoy sweeping views of Falmouth and English Harbour. Your drive takes you through the Antigua rainforest with a stop to sample some of the island's tropical fruits. No doubt you'll want to recount your incredible journey while you're at your next destination, Antigua's sugar-sand beach. Be sure to bring your swimsuit, towel and sunscreen to fully enjoy all that awaits you.
Price: Adult - $52.00 (ages 10 and up)
Price: Child - $42.00 (ages 5-9)
Departure Time: 8:00am and 12:10pm

Dolphin & Stingray Adventure (3.5 - 4 hours)
Imagine taking a 15 minute ride and finding yourself in a tropical paradise! This is how your adventure begins. Your brief journey transports you to Dolphin Fantaseas where red-footed tortoises, soldier crabs, an iguana, parrots and toucans reside. Once you've explored this lush menagerie, you'll embark on your swim with bottleneck dolphins. The trainers will provide instructions in hand-feeding and interacting with these sociable animals. Once you're in the water, you'll swim alongside the dolphins, stroke their silky skin and listen as they communicate with one another. Your departure will be highlighted with a goodbye "kiss" from your flippered friend. This incredible experience includes an opportunity to interact with stingrays as well.
Price: Adult - $179.00 (ages 10 and up)
Price: Child - $159.00 (ages 5-9)
Departure Time: 8:15am and 12:45pm

Antigua Island Tour (4.5 hours)
Your scenic excursion begins with a 45 minute ride from St. John's Harbor to Shirley Heights and the 18th century Nelson's Dockyard. While here you'll stop at the Admiral's Inn for a tropical rum punch. Next you'll take a 30 minute journey along Fig Tree Drive to Claremont Farms on Carlisle Bay. Prepare for a treat as you're offered a taste of Antigua's prized Black Pineapples. While enjoying your succulent sample, your guide will talk about the farm's culture and history. Following this informative and tasty stop, you'll take a 45 minute ride back to the ship that takes you along the south and west coasts of Antigua. You'll enjoy outstanding views of the Caribbean Sea, Cades Barrier Reef and the highest elevation on Antigua; Boggy Peak.
Price: Adult - $49.00 (ages 10 and up)
Price: Child - $39.00 (ages 0-9)
Departure Time: 8:15am and 1:00pm

Antigua Nature Hike (4 hours)
Experience the beauty of Antigua during this intimate exploration of the island. You'll embark on a 45 minute drive that takes you to the heart of Antigua; the Shekerley Mountains. This volcanic range has several peaks that are more than 1000 feet high. The only tropical forest on the island is found here. Previously, this area of Antigua was not open to the public. Now it's home to an extensive network of hiking trails that are yours to explore. Your first stop will be the Wallings Reservoir which was built by the British in the 1890's. From this starting point you'll hike through lush greenery that leads to mountain ridges offering sweeping views of the southern coast. Along the way your guide will describe the plant life and animals that call Antigua home. Once you leave the forest, you'll have a relaxing half hour at the beach to enjoy the sun and surf.
Price: Adult - $45.00 (ages 8 and up)
Price: Child - N/A
Departure Time: 8:15am

Antigua Seafari (4 - 4.5 hours)
Prepare to embark on Rigid Inflatable Boats (RIBS) as you explore Antigua. You'll be taking this unique form of transportation for an hour's journey to the uninhabited islands of the North Sound which includes Bird Island. Here you'll learn about the mangrove ecosystem. Following is another hour long trip that takes you through Mercer's Creek and Devil's Bridge as you reach the eastern side of Antigua. You'll enjoy snorkeling and swimming at the deserted Green Island, or if you prefer, you can simply soak up the sun and relax on the beach. Next your RIBS will take you south to Nelson's Dockyard, to your final destination, the beautiful Cades Bay. Here you can take a refreshing swim before your 2 hour trip back to the ship.
Price: Adult - $79.00 (ages 10 and up)
Price: Child - $32.00 (5-9)
Departure Time: 8:45am and 1:00pm

'Excellence' Power Cat Cruise & Snorkel (3 - 3.4 hours)
For the ultimate snorkeling experience, this excursion is the one to take. You'll board the 80-foot catamaran 'Excellence' for an exhilarating voyage to Cades Reef National Park. Your watercraft skims along at a rate of 20 knots for this 45 minute trip. After dropping anchor near the reef, your helpful guide will provide instructions for the snorkeling equipment prior to your exploration of this amazing ecosystem. This mile long reef is teeming with brightly hued corals, fish and a vast array of other forms of aquatic life. It's an unforgettable adventure. No doubt you'll have stories to share while enjoying the open bar enroute back to the ship.
Price: Adult - $57.00 (ages 10 and up)
Price: Child - $45.00 (ages 5-9)
Departure Time: 8:45am and 12:10pm

Jolly Roger Pirate Cruise (3.5 hours)
Want to party like a pirate? Then hop onboard the Jolly Roger for the ultimate pirate bash! There's no mistaking this wooden schooner for any other vessel with it's skull and crossbones flag and decks outfitted with cannons. Once onboard, you'll take a 45 minute voyage to Deep Bay. While here, you and your mateys can "walk the plank" while enjoying funfilled pirate themed activities. You're also welcome to disembark and swim if you'd like. This fanciful adventure doesn't end when you return to port. There's a limbo contest, open bar and a riotous pirate wedding. Yo Ho, Yo Ho, it's the Pirate's Life for you as you take part in the greatest party in Antigua!
Price: Adult - $45.00 (ages 10 and up)
Price: Child - $32.00 (ages 5-9)
Departure Time: 8:45am and 1:00pm

Kayak & Snorkel Eco-Adventure (4.5 - 5 hours)
You'll enjoy a close look at the coastal mangrove ecosystem that Antigua is noted for. Your excursion begins with a 30 minute drive to the northeast coast which takes you to Seatons Village. Here you'll be met by your guides from the Kayak Adventure. After an introductory discussion of Antigua's ecosystem and what awaits you, you'll be taken via motorboat on a 10 minute trip to the kayak station. After a quick orientation, you'll be paired up and embark on your amazing adventure. As you glide along on your hour long voyage, you'll view marine life and shore birds. Your knowledgeable guide will happily answer any questions that you may have. The next phase of this excursion is a 30 minute powerboat ride to North Sound Marine Park. Here you can enjoy a nature walk as well as spend time on the beach and snorkel on Bird Island. Once enroute on your 30 minute trip back to the ship, you'll be treated to a glass of rum punch.
Price: Adult - $65.00 (ages 10 and up)
Price: Child - N/A
Departure Time: 8:45am and 12:15pm

Golf at Cedar Valley ( 6 - 6.5 hours)
It's time to tee up at the Cedar Valley Golf Club for 18 holes of the best golfing on Antigua. Located just moments from St. John's, this competitive course is set amidst the lush greenery that this island paradise is noted for. At 6,100 yards and par 69, you'll be challenged as you play this idyllic course. If you don't have your clubs with you, a set can be rented for a nominal fee. This facility has a pro shop, bar, snack shop, changing room with showers and putting green. A shared cart and greens fees are included in your rate.
Price: Adult - $110.00 (ages 10 and up)
Price: Child - N/A
Departure Time: 9:00am

Beach Adventure ( 5 - 5.5 hours)
Known for it's sugar sand beaches, Antigua is the perfect destination for those wanting to spend the day enjoying the sun, sand and surf. You'll be taken on a 25 minute ride to your beach destination. While enjoying your complimentary beverage, find a spot to sit, relax and soak up the sun. If more stimulating activities interest you, you can join in a game of beach volleyball or rent a paddleboat for a small fee. The kids will have a blast at their own play area. No doubt you'll work up an appetite just in time for the mouthwatering chicken and ribs with all the sides, as well as hamburgers and hot dogs for the kiddies, that are part of this excursion. You'll be glowing when you return to the ship after your day at the beach.
Price: Adult - $49.00 (ages 10 and up)
Price: Child - $39.00 (ages 3-9)
Departure Time: 9:00am

justmestace

01-13-2006, 04:46 PM

We did the Jolly Roger in Antigua, and it is so much better than it sounds. You can swing from a rope off the ship and into the water...or walk the plank. They have a smaller boat that will take people to the beach right near where they anchor. Kids can swim, play in the sand....there are people there renting jet skis and other water toys. There's a fort nearby that you can walk up to....
It was fun. And we got back to port in time to shop in town.

The Brig Unicorn in St Lucia filled up faster than you can say "Arrggg, Matey"....but those who went said they had a blast.

karaeric

01-13-2006, 05:01 PM

The Kayak and Snorkel adventure on Antigua was fantastic. The operator was very nice, very organized and we had a blast. I will warn you that it eats up most of your day because of the transporation time to and from their location.

As for St. Lucia, I can certainly tell you what we didn't like. We tried the Waterfall Island Bike Tour. :scared: is all I can say. Totally bummed out. The bikes were in bad shape, the "waterfall" was not all that exciting, and the bike ride was pretty boring if you're looking for a real mtn biking experience. Now, I'm not a mtn biker by any stretch, but even I was disappointed. Tour operator was not great either.

KatHuss

01-13-2006, 06:13 PM

Cool, thanks!!

The Brig Unicorn is the one from Pirates of the Caribbean, yes??? I want to do that one!!!

And I really want to see the volcano that you can drive through so I may have to do that tour even if no one else wants to. DH will probably want to do the scuba tour. He is starting a scuba class at the YMCA the week after next and hopes to do at least one excursion.

karaeric

01-13-2006, 06:21 PM

justmestace

01-13-2006, 06:23 PM

Cool, thanks!!

The Brig Unicorn is the one from Pirates of the Caribbean, yes??? I want to do that one!!!

Yep...that's the one.....I think everyone was hoping that Johnny Depp would be the Captain!

Denise Escola

01-13-2006, 07:53 PM

Hey all!! Happy Friday the 13th.

Girls aargh. I'm there with you guys in that one. DD got another dose of it this week. "I'm having a birthday party but you can't come" was the statement. "well I wanted you to come but I didn't have enough room"
Ok then just shut up kid.DD is taking all well.

Hey can you east coasters help her out. Maybe Julia or one of the other kids...we are collecting quarters and don't see many of the "P"(Philadelphia)mint out here. Maybe we could set up a trade. We'll collect the "D"(Denver) mint for somebody if they want. Paul and I thought it would be a great little hobby for her, and on the cruise she can have the fun of filling her book with the missing coins.

Off to work out. Check in later. oh 4 pounds this week. :cool1: Sorry just had to pat my own back. :goodvibes

TTFN, D

KatHuss

01-13-2006, 11:47 PM

Oooh Kat, good for your DH! My hubbie and I will be bringing some of our gear and will be doing lots of scuba diving on this trip. We would be happy to buddy up with him. You don't want to dive?

We didn't dive on the last 10-day cruise and were disappointed that we didn't. We may even research some non-Disney dive excursions. Sometimes the operators that do the cruise excursions are so conservative, you don't have a good experience.

Kara, no, I am not a real water person. He fell in love with snorkeling on our first DCL cruise in 2002 and went in Cozumel and again at CC in 2004. Now he is going to take a scuba class because he has always wanted to. I am sure that he'd probably like to have someone to go with on those types of excursions as I won't.

karylrocks

01-14-2006, 12:08 AM

The only time I have ever tried snorkeling was at Typhoon Lagoon. The water was cold and I could not catch my breath, much less try to breathe through the snorkel tube, so I gave up. DH doesn't like being in the water, so I doubt we will be doing any snorkeling on the cruise. We will go for the land excursions, and we have to do some type of pirate ship. pirate:

dobelover

01-14-2006, 06:18 AM

Morning All - Denise, Let me know what states you need. I always throw state quarters in a bowl. I go thru the bowl whenever we go to WVa to the slot casinos. Have plenty, will share!

Sue

magiroux

01-14-2006, 07:14 AM

Good Morning All.

Denise, I will look around. Jimmy collects coins, but I'm not sure if he's doing the state quarters. I saw on the news the other night how the new nickels are, for the first time ever, not showing the president in profile. Instead showing his pitcure portrait style.

Congrats on the 4 pounds :cool1: . You should pat yourself on the back, it's hard work.

We did the Brig Unicorn excursion. It was fun and the pirate mates played with the kids the entire time. They were exceptional. If you have a 5-10 YO boy, it would probably be his dream day. DH went golfing. He wishes he had just done it on his own. They put his excursion with another one and people were late so the golfers had to just sit around and wait. He said they wasted so much time. If he had just grabbed a cab over to the course and joined a foursome he would have been there at least two hours earlier. Golfers, as a rule, don't like to tee off at 11:00am, especially when it's gonna be 90 degrees.

Kara, that's a bummer about the bike tour. It really stinks when you spend that kind of money and it doesn't begin to live up to expectations. I'm not much into the spa except for that capsule thingy. I am a cronic insomiac (especially on vacation not being in my own bed) and it really does work for me. I have had some negative experiences both times I cruises DCL with the massage people so I'm just gonna skip it. DH, however, loves it and goes for at least a few massages. I haven't seen the new list of services, maybe it could change my mind :scratchin

Well, it must be a full moon, 'cause dd came off the bus in tears yesterday. Well, Racheal is having a sleepover and invited Michele and Ashley and not her and they were talking in the bus line about how much fun they were gonna have, and (sob, sob) they are not even gonna miss me (sob, sob, sob, sob) even though we all play together at recess.......................Had to chuckle 'cause we had just talked about all this. So, I just had her call one of friends for a sleepover. Can't wait for High School :rolleyes:

Yep, on my third cup of coffee :hyper: :hyper2: , can't ya tell ;)

KatHuss

01-14-2006, 07:29 AM

Morning. I didn't sleep well at all last night. I tossed and turned and could not get to sleep even though I was soooo tired because I could not get comfortable no matter which way I was laying down. I finally took some tylenol pm and went to sleep after that kicked in. then dd woke me up at 7:30 and I could not get back to sleep (same issue as last night) so I gave up.

We are going down to Indy today. I need books and we are trying to find a nice cabinet for all of our movies and can't find any here in town. And I am going to the Disney Store!!! Hoping they still have some sales since the Disney Deals auctions on ebay hasn't had any great after holiday sales.

It is very cold feeling this morning (haven't checked the temp yet) and I could hear the wind howling all last night, but at least the threatened snow never appeared!!

wdwgoose

01-14-2006, 07:31 AM

OKAY I'm BACK

at work lots too do

so I'll read up later

GREAT TRIP

FAST ONE

j E n MY P M ??????????????????????????????????

gaRry

wdwgoose

01-14-2006, 07:33 AM

And A T O P

GREAT TOO BE BACK

gaRry

justmestace

01-14-2006, 09:59 AM

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, VANESSA!!!

:cheer2: :bday: :bday: :cake: :cake: :cheer2:

DD of gaRry!!!!!!!!!!!

Denise Escola

01-14-2006, 11:18 AM

Thanks Sue and Thanks Bubbles. We would love to set up a trade. As far assa what do we need, don't have any "P" mint coins. I guess they just don't make it out here.

We only did the dolphin swin(dd5 and I). Didn't like it much. It was the first time DCL used this excursion and I don't know if it will be offered again. Too many people.

We really want to do the pirate cruise and some more excursions this time. We just found our way to the beach last cruise and always ran into other people from the ship there. We were really limited due to dd2.

wdwgoose

01-14-2006, 12:51 PM

WELL I'm BACK HELLO

s U e AAAAAAAHHHHHHHHHH not sure on the TIME

M A Y B E E 4 AM

if you are driving the turning basin where she docks would be good pictures
or just at jetty park by the hotel.

gaRry

wdwgoose

01-14-2006, 05:28 PM

okay I'll go and eat supper

no one here THIS IS SATURDAY RIGHT?????????????????

gaRry

karaeric

01-14-2006, 05:49 PM

Good afternoon / evening all!

Denise, congratulations on the loss! Great job.

gaRry, welcome back.

:bday: Happy Birthday Vanessa! :cake:

It rained so hard last night it woke DH and I up! We are having such a wet winter so far. We are at something like 150% of normal. :umbrella:

wdwgoose

01-14-2006, 06:32 PM

WELL if you want more R A I N we can send it your way??????????????

besides you don't drink COFFEE do you ???????????????

:confused3 :confused3

:scratchin

:dancer:

gaRry

karaeric

01-14-2006, 07:26 PM

WELL if you want more R A I N we can send it your way??????????????

besides you don't drink COFFEE do you ???????????????

:confused3 :confused3

:scratchin

:dancer:

gaRry
Drink it, guzzle it, sip it, enjoy it MUCH!

go to the beverage station on Deck 10 EVERY morning. Probably why I don't make the early morning walks down on deck 4...need COFFEE first!!

dobelover

01-14-2006, 07:29 PM

gaRry - glad you are back! We will get up at 4am (I can't believe Nan will do it).

Sue

Denise Escola

01-14-2006, 11:58 PM

Is somebody talking about coffee?
Dang Gary welcome back dude!!!
what we need is one of those little smiley faces grinding his teeth.

Time for bed.

TTFN

magiroux

01-15-2006, 07:05 AM

Hey, I got an idea :idea: . How about instead of a morning walk, we set up a time for meeting for morning coffee ::yes:: ? I can't think of a better way to start the day than with good coffee and good friends.

Let's face it, by the fifth morning I went down to meet the walkers and it was me, myself and I. That's no fun...I'm so boring :rotfl2:

dobelover

01-15-2006, 07:45 AM

DCLgodess

01-15-2006, 09:53 AM

good morning all. was busy last night watching skating and horse racing. So the ladies olympic team is

Sasha Cohen
Michelle Kwan
Kimmie Messier

magiroux

01-15-2006, 01:22 PM

Morning All - Hey, Mary Ann. Were you with the late group? Cause the early birds didn't miss a morning. Well, maybe the St Lucia am, waiting for the sun over the peaks and hanging on for dear life, it was rough that morning. Jim, Joe, Leslie and a few others were regulars. I remember passing gaRry a few mornings. On deck 9 and he had a cup in each hand!!!!!!!!!

Sue

Hmmm, I thought I was the early group (7:00am, I think). I walked with TKDLisa, Shari (Kpros' DW), I think ScubaJim one morn and two or three others (of course, their names escapes me). And yes, I remember gaRry relaxing on deck4 a time or two. That means he probably didn't move for hours if he sat through two shifts of walkers.

magiroux

01-15-2006, 01:29 PM

:bday: :bday: :flower1: :bday: :bday:

A Very Happy Birthday to you, Vanessa.

magiroux

01-15-2006, 01:29 PM

T.O.P.....maybe?? I know Stace is out there somewhere

Denise Escola

01-15-2006, 08:37 PM

Hey Mary Ann I'm all for that early coffee meeting. :hyper:
Paul never drank coffee until he met me. Now he HAS to have some.
oh he just came in and said "I don't HAVE to have it". sorry honey.

So my little angel, my darling sweetness has finally hit her terrible 3's. :scared1: What a punk. I want the little quiet shy one back. They have been battleing non stop all day.

Gotta go watch home makeover. BTW I'm a big LOST fan too. Do you think they are all dead and just don't know it? Limbo I think its called.

ciao all. D (won't say cheers, tipped back too many last night)

dobelover

01-16-2006, 05:26 AM

Morning All - Had a Directv DVR installed on Sat. Taped ( or I guess I should say recorded) a movie last night. Will start playing around with it tonight.

Sue

karaeric

01-16-2006, 08:39 AM

Morning all! Happy MLK Day. I have the day off, and I was up at 6 am. BLAH! Can't help it, I just can't sleep in when I have so much to do.

I would definitely go for the morning coffee meet. Much easier to make than the walk. We still walked almost everyday on our last two cruises, but we did it when schedules permitted. I can't burn the candle at both ends, so when we're up late, I sleep in. It is vacation after all!!

wdwgoose

01-16-2006, 09:58 AM

HAY ALL

another day at work then I have aday off work on wensday then I should be off to salt lake city.

LAMPY HOWS YOUR COFFEE?????????????????????

j E n I still have NO pm back from you :confused3 :confused3 :hyper2:

gaRry