Podcast cruise from another podcast!

[mainegal]

Is there such a thing as "podcast cruise" envy?

Or podcast cruise competition? I know competition is not the right word...

Lou Mongello is planning a cruise on the Disney Dream in 2011.

How many DISers have a foot in more than one podcast / more than one boat?

[BriarRosie]

I think Lou might have cruise envy if he knew how many people were booked on the DIS cruise. I know he did try to do a cruise a couple years ago with Margaret Kerry (Tinkerbell model), but I'm not sure if it happened or not.

I would love to do on the Disney Dream, but I don't know how realistic it would be to shoot for the inaugural cruise or shortly thereafter. I couldn't see DCL offering group space or discounts on it.

[Becx N Gav]

I was wondering about this when I heard about the cruise they did as part of Mousefest last Dec.

Did anyone go on this? If so how many people were there? Did the offer similar things to Dreams Unlimited? (not exactly the same things but seminars and state room gifts for example)

[Yvet]

The mousefest cruise is there already a few years so that was there first....
They always had a group far under 100 people so what we did was new, the first time ever such a big group.....

At a mousefest cruise there are no such specials and extras as we have had.
There where only meets with other mousefesters but no seminars or that kind of stuff.

Never done it myself but this is what i have understood from different stories...

[mainegal]

http://land.allears.net/blogs/debwills/special_disney_events/mousefest/

Deb Wills from AllEars.net has a blog that contains Mousefest activities from 2007 and 2008. You can read and see photos of what they did. There were some special Mousefest events.

[jeanigor]

I would love to do on the Disney Dream, but I don't know how realistic it would be to shoot for the inaugural cruise or shortly thereafter. I couldn't see DCL offering group space or discounts on it.

I agree. I would love to go on on to. (Especially if it was with this group of people.) However, I also think that trying to get group pricing on an inaugural cruise would be next to impossible. (Hmmm...they have done what we thought was impossible before.....)

[ADP]

I won't be doing that cruise. I have too many friends here who I'd rather cruise with. Just trying to be honest and open...Being part of this community I do feel like I'm part of one big family. :grouphug:

I'm such a BIG sap!!!

:)

[Becx N Gav]

http://land.allears.net/blogs/debwills/special_disney_events/mousefest/

Deb Wills from AllEars.net has a blog that contains Mousefest activities from 2007 and 2008. You can read and see photos of what they did. There were some special Mousefest events.

Thanks for this, I think I spotted Yvette and Emeil from lasts years Mousefest - the party at the Props place? and it looked like Aaron (ADP) was at Mousefest 101 :thumbsup2

Didn't sound half as good tho ;) I couldn't see a lime green mickey head anywhere :scared1:

Didn't realise Lee Cockrel was at the Mega Mouse Meet! I'm glad we got some quality time with him or OUR cruise :goodvibes

[mainegal]

Didn't realise Lee Cockrell was at the Mega Mouse Meet! I'm glad we got some quality time with him or OUR cruise :goodvibes

I missed Lee Cockerell at the Mega Mouse Meet, I think I was too late. And I didn't get to go on the cruise.

Haven't read the book yet. Have followed the blog at http://www.leecockerell.com/

Can't wait to see him in person on PCC 2.0!

[corky441]

I won't be doing that cruise. I have too many friends here who I'd rather cruise with. Just trying to be honest and open...Being part of this community I do feel like I'm part of one big family. :grouphug:

I'm such a BIG sap!!!

:)

I feel the same way - even though I've never had the opportunity to meet all of you in person, I feel like this is my one true DIS - family. :love:
Eventhough I listen to quite a few other Disney related podcasts the DIS is the only one I feel any kind of alliance to. :thumbsup2

[Madi100]

I won't be doing that cruise. I have too many friends here who I'd rather cruise with. Just trying to be honest and open...Being part of this community I do feel like I'm part of one big family. :grouphug:

I'm such a BIG sap!!!

:)

Exactly. that would be like going to someone else's family reunion.

[Yvet]

Mousefest photo's from Deb Wills site:

http://land.allears.net/blogs/debwills/mf0821.jpg
Aaron

http://land.allears.net/blogs/debwills/mf0835.jpg
Aaron and Kimberly

http://land.allears.net/blogs/debwills/mf0836.jpg
Me (wth the backpack, it lookes like ii'm going to kiss him, but i'm not!!!)

http://land.allears.net/blogs/debwills/mf0837.jpg
Emiel

http://land.allears.net/blogs/debwills/mf0896.jpg
Dagny (in the middle)

http://land.allears.net/blogs/debwills/mf08108.jpg
Dagny again

[Becx N Gav]

Is there such a thing as "podcast cruise" envy?

Or podcast cruise competition? I know competition is not the right word...

Lou Mongello is planning a cruise on the Disney Dream in 2011.

How many DISers have a foot in more than one podcast / more than one boat?

So will you be going?

I read the Disney Dream is supposed to have another 2 decks :scared1: You'd need a pretty big group to get noticed on a ship that size.



Yvet - thanks for the pictures, I didn't spot all the Disers :rotfl:

So will you be going too? I'd love to do a 7 night one day - hopefully 3.0 ;)

[NancyIL]

After I booked the Podcast cruise for 2010, the friend I asked to be my roommate was already considering [what was to have been] the MouseFest cruise for this December - so I'm going on that cruise with her. The group organizing that cruise is also doing activities at WDW the same days as DAP - so I may be dividing my time between Disney groups. Or - I may spend all of my time watching Off Kilter! :love:

[mainegal]

No, I very much doubt that I will go on the Disney Dream.

Last year at this time I was only a podcast listener. I used the boards for trip planning, not socializing. I totally tuned out all the DisUnplugged podcast talk about the podcast cruise. I never dreamed I would ever go on a Disney cruise - Mousefest, Dis, or on my own. And here I am, planning on a Disney Cruise in December 2010!

As for dividing time between Disney groups - I think we will be surprised how many meet-ups will be happening during the time that would have been Mousefest. I guess it is a weekend with a life of its own, even without the Mousefest name.

[bigmoonmullen]

I would not be surprised if Podcast 3.0, assuming there is one, was on one of the new ships. Just guessing here!!! No matter what.. that would be a long time off. Got to get to 2.0 first!!!

Mark

[jeanigor]

I would not be surprised if Podcast 3.0, assuming there is one, was on one of the new ships. Just guessing here!!! No matter what.. that would be a long time off. Got to get to 2.0 first!!!

Mark

Paraphrased from the mouth of Kevin/John during chat one night. 'PCC 3.0 is going to be bigger than 1.0 and 2.0 combined. Its going to be something DCL hasn't done before.'

[*NikkiBell*]

Personally, I do not listen to any other Disney podcasts. I haven't had an interest. I'm fine with my DIS family here.

I like Nicole's analogy of a family reunion. I think that is just perfect to explain how everyone feels.

[klam_chowder]

Wow, how great of Lou to dream big and put it out there! :thumbsup2

Wonder what the podcast team has planned for 3.0 :rolleyes:...my guess is it's on the new ship (or :idea: maybe it's the repositioning cruise of the Wonder). If anyone could secure space on the inaugural cruise, I'd say Pete's the guy to pull it off! :rotfl2: :rotfl2: :rotfl2: I'd so be there! :rotfl: :rotfl: :rotfl:

cheers,
:flower3:

[kab407]

I could never do another podcast's cruise. I would feel like I was cheating on Pete.

Catholic guilt is a powerful thing.

[jeanigor]

Speaking of cruising with another podcast....another Disney Podcast just posted something on Facebook...

[SFBayDon]

They also just posted on twitter.
Don

[mainegal]

Speaking of cruising with another podcast....another Disney Podcast just posted something on Facebook...


Someone other than Lou? It was his that made me start this thread.

[DVCsince02]

Ok, I'm gonna say it. I realize imitation is the sincerest form of flattery, but I really think he is just trying to "get in while the gettin' is good". He saw how successful the DIS cruise was and probably has seen the interest in 1.5 and 2.0 and trying to get a piece of the cake.

[jeanigor]

Someone other than Lou? It was his that made me start this thread.

No, I was referring to Lou.

Ok, I'm gonna say it. I realize imitation is the sincerest form of flattery, but I really think he is just trying to "get in while the gettin' is good". He saw how successful the DIS cruise was and probably has seen the interest in 1.5 and 2.0 and trying to get a piece of the cake.

:cake:? Did someone mention :cake:?:goodvibes I'll take a piece, please. :cake: that is, of course.

[dpuck1998]

Is there such a thing as "podcast cruise" envy?

Or podcast cruise competition? I know competition is not the right word...

Lou Mongello is planning a cruise on the Disney Dream in 2011.

How many DISers have a foot in more than one podcast / more than one boat?

While I wouldn't go on this, I think its a great idea. Another podcast that I frequent is also talking about it. A fun way to get to know people. I'm sure many of us also spend time on other boards and/or podcasts.

[spaddy]

If the price was right and it was a cruise I wanted to go on I would go. I don't listen to Lou's podcast but I do following him on Twitter.

I got an email the other day for a "Star Trek" cruise on RCCL. Can you imagine going on that cruise by accident? :rotfl:

[Becx N Gav]

Personally, I do not listen to any other Disney podcasts. I haven't had an interest. I'm fine with my DIS family here.

I like Nicole's analogy of a family reunion. I think that is just perfect to explain how everyone feels.

Except there are always a few family members I'd rather not see :rotfl: I wanna see all you guys :grouphug:

While I wouldn't go on this, I think its a great idea. Another podcast that I frequent is also talking about it. A fun way to get to know people. I'm sure many of us also spend time on other boards and/or podcasts.

:scared1: - never - except by accident :lmao:

[aspen37]

I won't be doing that cruise. I have too many friends here who I'd rather cruise with. Just trying to be honest and open...Being part of this community I do feel like I'm part of one big family. :grouphug:

I'm such a BIG sap!!!

:)


I agree 100%. :grouphug:

I could not take Lou for more than a day. After listing to all the happy happy Disney never does wrong, everyone drinking the Disney Kool-Aid, I would jump off the ship in two days. :eek: :rotfl:

[dgthree]

After listing to all the happy happy Disney never does wrong, everyone drinking the Disney Kool-Aid, I would jump off the ship in two days. :eek: :rotfl:

I think I'd just be looking for a way to spike the Kool-Aid ;). Then again, I probably wouldn't be on any cruise but a DIS Podcast cruise anyhow. I have a feeling this group would probably be much more welcoming and fun.

While I *do* listen to another WDW podcast, I've not had the Lou experience, and I'm really quite ok with that.

[aspen37]

I think I'd just be looking for a way to spike the Kool-Aid ;). Then again, I probably wouldn't be on any cruise but a DIS Podcast cruise anyhow. I have a feeling this group would probably be much more welcoming and fun.

While I *do* listen to another WDW podcast, I've not had the Lou experience, and I'm really quite ok with that.

That's a good idea! :lmao: :lmao:

[mainegal]

While I wouldn't go on this, I think its a great idea. Another podcast that I frequent is also talking about it. A fun way to get to know people. I'm sure many of us also spend time on other boards and/or podcasts.

You have a great attitude. Thanks. Can't wait to meet you on PCC 2.0.

[mainegal]

While I *do* listen to another WDW podcast, I've not had the Lou experience, and I'm really quite ok with that.

Maybe I listen to "too many" Disney podcasts. I am not particularly loyal to any one of them.

Pete and crew give counter-balance to Lou, other podcasts are somewhere in the middle.

Lou somehow has connections to get some great interviews and I appreciate that.

If I had the time and the money, I’d hop on board with other groups for cruises or meets. Lou is doing an Adventures Club meet in September that sounded like a lot of fun.

I think all the podcasters I listen to are a friendly bunch. Many are friendly and connected with each other, which is cool.

[NancyIL]

Wow, how great of Lou to dream big and put it out there! :thumbsup2

Wonder what the podcast team has planned for 3.0 :rolleyes:...my guess is it's on the new ship (or :idea: maybe it's the repositioning cruise of the Wonder). If anyone could secure space on the inaugural cruise, I'd say Pete's the guy to pull it off! :rotfl2: :rotfl2: :rotfl2: I'd so be there! :rotfl: :rotfl: :rotfl:

cheers,
:flower3:

I don't think 3.0 will be on the Wonder's repositioning cruise or on the Dream's inaugural cruise in January or February 2011 because it's too soon after the Podcast cruise in December 2010.

I've been on the DIS for 10+ years, and this is where I spend most of my Disney-surfing time. I have listened to only one DIS podcast, and I couldn't tell you when that was! I booked the Podcast cruise 2.0 because it's a DIS cruise, but I have no objections to going on another group's cruise, as I'm doing in Dec. 2009 with a friend.

[wdwscout]

I also listen to a number of Disney Podcasts- and I enjoy the different styles.

I know that many of Lou's listeners have been asking for a cruise, and so now he is looking into it. It is not necessarily the Inaugural sailing of the Dream, but that is one of the date options in his interest poll. And that's all he has going right now- an interest poll. No dates, no prices- nothing yet.

I will be attending Magic Meets once again in a couple of weeks. I really enjoy how so many of the different Disney web sites, authors and podcasters all get together to share their information and love of all things Disney with everyone. It's a great weekend party of 500 fellow Disney-files!

There are always trips and events being planned with many of the different groups or different combinations of them. Adventures by Disney, various meets in WDW or DL- they all have their own groups and personalities.

But I am very much looking forward to the DIS Podcast Cruise 2.0! For us, this is a while new bunch of friends we haven't met yet! :lovestruc

[BriarRosie]

Ok, I'm gonna say it. I realize imitation is the sincerest form of flattery, but I really think he is just trying to "get in while the gettin' is good". He saw how successful the DIS cruise was and probably has seen the interest in 1.5 and 2.0 and trying to get a piece of the cake.

I disagree. Both Lou Mongello (WDW Radio Show podcast) and Paul Barrie (A Window to the Magic podcast) have tried to do cruises in the past with Disney legends. Due to scheduling conflicts, I think Lou's cruise a couple years ago couldn't get the special guest, and due to the economy, Paul's cruise scheduled for later this month was canceled, but the land portion is going on the last weekend of this month.

Both cruises were planned before podcast cruise 1.0 left port.

However, I'm sure by now a lot of people realize how successful the DIS cruise was and want a piece of the action. I'm not opposed to going on cruises with other communities, because the truth is, there is a LOT of overlapping in communities.

Before I got heavily into the DIS, I was pretty much into the RADP newsgroup and still have friends I met through them. I have a small contingent of Prodigy friends from WAY back, as well. And many of them have gone on to hosting sites and podcasts of their own, so I think the big family goes beyond the DIS.

If we're one big family, then the other overlapping communities are cousins. :)

[tickledtink33]

Maybe I listen to "too many" Disney podcasts. I am not particularly loyal to any one of them.

Pete and crew give counter-balance to Lou, other podcasts are somewhere in the middle.

Lou somehow has connections to get some great interviews and I appreciate that.

If I had the time and the money, I’d hop on board with other groups for cruises or meets. Lou is doing an Adventures Club meet in September that sounded like a lot of fun.

I think all the podcasters I listen to are a friendly bunch. Many are friendly and connected with each other, which is cool.

I'm going to Lou's Adventurers Club event in September. Hopefully I will have a good time. I have never been to anything that Lou has hosted. But I just had to see the Adventurers Club one more time.

[aspen37]

I would go on a cruise with WDW Today if they every did one. I really like their podcast too. I also listen to a few other podcasts and enjoy the different styles. I am very loyal to the DIS thou. I don't post on other sites. I have a hard time keeping up over here, FaceBook, and Twitter.

[klam_chowder]

I don't think 3.0 will be on the Wonder's repositioning cruise or on the Dream's inaugural cruise in January or February 2011 because it's too soon after the Podcast cruise in December 2010.

I've been on the DIS for 10+ years, and this is where I spend most of my Disney-surfing time. I have listened to only one DIS podcast, and I couldn't tell you when that was! I booked the Podcast cruise 2.0 because it's a DIS cruise, but I have no objections to going on another group's cruise, as I'm doing in Dec. 2009 with a friend.

:worship: I just looked at your post count! :worship: now I don't feel bad about being wrong :lmao: :lmao: :rotfl2:

cheers,
:flower3:

[klam_chowder]

:flower3:

[jeanigor]

I'm going to Lou's Adventurers Club event in September. Hopefully I will have a good time. I have never been to anything that Lou has hosted. But I just had to see the Adventurers Club one more time.

Now why doesn't that surprise me???:confused3:goodvibes:hug:

[DVCsince02]

I disagree. Both Lou Mongello (WDW Radio Show podcast) and Paul Barrie (A Window to the Magic podcast) have tried to do cruises in the past with Disney legends. Due to scheduling conflicts, I think Lou's cruise a couple years ago couldn't get the special guest, and due to the economy, Paul's cruise scheduled for later this month was canceled, but the land portion is going on the last weekend of this month.

Both cruises were planned before podcast cruise 1.0 left port.

However, I'm sure by now a lot of people realize how successful the DIS cruise was and want a piece of the action. I'm not opposed to going on cruises with other communities, because the truth is, there is a LOT of overlapping in communities.

Before I got heavily into the DIS, I was pretty much into the RADP newsgroup and still have friends I met through them. I have a small contingent of Prodigy friends from WAY back, as well. And many of them have gone on to hosting sites and podcasts of their own, so I think the big family goes beyond the DIS.

If we're one big family, then the other overlapping communities are cousins. :)

How can you disagree with me, but post almost the exact same thing I said?

Ok, I'm gonna say it. I realize imitation is the sincerest form of flattery, but I really think he is just trying to "get in while the gettin' is good". He saw how successful the DIS cruise was and probably has seen the interest in 1.5 and 2.0 and trying to get a piece of the cake.

[mainegal]

... And many of them have gone on to hosting sites and podcasts of their own, so I think the big family goes beyond the DIS.

If we're one big family, then the other overlapping communities are cousins. :)

I like this idea.

I like when podcasters and podcast listeners like, acknowledge, and respect each other.

And share cake and pie with everyone!

[jeanigor]

I like this idea.

I like when podcasters and podcast listeners like, acknowledge, and respect each other.

And share cake and pie with everyone!

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[Becx N Gav]

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Grrrrrr - Todd you are making me feel hungry :mad:

[Madi100]

I think it is great if other groups are hosting cruises. We all had so much fun, I'm sure other groups have fun when they get together, too. I say good for Lou, and I hope he has a good turnout. I personally won't go, but that's because Pete is trying to make me a poor woman as it is. I can't afford to add anymore to my list of "must-dos".

[mainegal]

I personally won't go, but that's because Pete is trying to make me a poor woman as it is. I can't afford to add anymore to my list of "must-dos".

Can you imagine if we did every activity offered by all the podcasters?!

All the DIS events, Magic Meets, West Fest, Lou's meet of the month, something up in the northwest Seattle area, WDW Today meets in the parks, and many more I do not know about.

We would have no time or money at all for D23!

[jeanigor]

Can you imagine if we did every activity offered by all the podcasters?!

All the DIS events, Magic Meets, West Fest, Lou's meet of the month, something up in the northwest Seattle area, WDW Today meets in the parks, and many more I do not know about.

We would have no time or money at all for D23!

:lmao::lmao::rotfl::rotfl:

[mainegal]

We would have empty wallets, but a heck of a lot of FUN!

[*NikkiBell*]

I just wanted to chime in here with something important...

That Kool-Aid comment was HYSTERICAL.

That is all. ;)

[BriarRosie]

How can you disagree with me, but post almost the exact same thing I said?

I didn't post the exact same thing. I posted that other groups have planned cruises before the DIS 1.0 cruise but had some issues. And now that it's public knowledge by now that the DIS cruise was successful, other podcasts will be more enthusiastic to plan their own now. And someone already mentioned that MouseFest has already done tons of cruises already, so it's not like they were trying to copy the DIS, either. So that's why I disagree with your original comment that the other podcasts are trying to get a piece of the action AFTER the DIS.

And the other communties do acknowledge each other. I heard the All About the Mouse podcast give a shout out to the DIS Unplugged as one of their many shout outs. Because I listen to so many podcasts, I do see that that most of them don't feel they're in competition with anyone else. They tend to be inclusive. But then again, I expect to see that with Disney fans! :grouphug:

For what it's worth, I feel I'm bonding at the DIS mostly because I'm here all the time. But if I posted to Lou's message boards, or Eric, Kathy and Dan's boards, or Dave and Jen's boards....you get the idea. You bond where you hang out the most. That's how I bonded with the Prodigy and RADP people, too.

Oh, I am jealous of tickledtink, though. I really miss the Adventurers Club and would have jumped at the chance to go to Lou's event if my work schedule didn't prohibit me.

[DVCsince02]

I didn't post the exact same thing. I posted that other groups have planned cruises before the DIS 1.0 cruise but had some issues. And now that it's public knowledge by now that the DIS cruise was successful, other podcasts will be more enthusiastic to plan their own now. And someone already mentioned that MouseFest has already done tons of cruises already, so it's not like they were trying to copy the DIS, either. So that's why I disagree with your original comment that the other podcasts are trying to get a piece of the action AFTER the DIS.



I never said they were copying the DIS, I said they were trying to get a piece of the cake. You said they wanted a piece of the action. Isn't that the same thing?

I could care less that other groups are doing it, I just found the "timing" interesting.

[mainegal]

Cake AND pie for everyone! :goodvibes

[jeanigor]

Cake AND pie for everyone! :goodvibes

I offered cake and pie and cookies earlier.....don't make me whip out the mousse, soufle, and fruit tarts!!!:goodvibes

[mainegal]

I offered cake and pie and cookies earlier.....don't make me whip out the mousse, soufle, and fruit tarts!!!:goodvibes

Oooh, yes, please...

I think on a silver platter would be best.

[jeanigor]

Oooh, yes, please...

I think on a silver platter would be best.

I'll get my best man on it. :snap: :snap: Oh, Raul.......

[mainegal]

I'll get my best man on it. :snap: :snap: Oh, Raul.......

I was hoping you wouldn't be asking for help from your ladies-in-waiting!

[jeanigor]

I was hoping you wouldn't be asking for help from your ladies-in-waiting!

Tut Tut. Ladies-in-Waiting aren't servants....that's the job of those who come a courting.:goodvibes:goodvibes:happytv:

[rtobe]

I won't be doing that cruise. I have too many friends here who I'd rather cruise with. Just trying to be honest and open...Being part of this community I do feel like I'm part of one big family. :grouphug:

I'm such a BIG sap!!!

:)

Well said Aaron!:thumbsup2

Todd, would you please pass one of those delectible cookies my way :upsidedow

[jeanigor]

Todd, would you please pass one of those delectible cookies my way :upsidedow

I'll have Raul bring you one, post haste. Shall I have him bring you some bubbly? A delectable sweet cookie followed by a nice dry champagne..:goodvibes..brb...time to raid the liquor cabinet.

[mainegal]

Oh... I think we like Raul! Are you bringing him on the cruise?

[mainegal]

Ohhh... I think we like Raul! Are you bringing him on the cruise?

[*NikkiBell*]

Can I get some bubbly even tho I'm not going on the cruise?

[Becx N Gav]

I'll get my best man on it. :snap: :snap: Oh, Raul.......

I wondered where he'd been hiding ;)

I was hoping you wouldn't be asking for help from your ladies-in-waiting!

Me too - I'm pretty busy right now :laundy:

Tut Tut. Ladies-in-Waiting aren't servants....that's the job of those who come a courting.:goodvibes:goodvibes:happytv:

Ahhh, I did not know that - should I have received my job description?

[Disneybridein2k3]

I won't be doing that cruise. I have too many friends here who I'd rather cruise with. Just trying to be honest and open...Being part of this community I do feel like I'm part of one big family. :grouphug:

I'm such a BIG sap!!!

:)

Exactly. that would be like going to someone else's family reunion.
Each to their own, but I agree with Aaron and Nicole. I was listening to Lou's interview with Julie Andrews yesterday and heard this announcement. The first thing I thought was exactly what Nicole and Aaron said -- it would be like traveling with other people's friends. I'm sure people have become friends on Lou's boards the same way we have become friends here but what makes it fun traveling with friends is knowing the back-stories. The people on Lou's boards wouldn't know to bow down to Tiara Todd, they wouldn't know Nicole is our resident "bad" good girl, or about Mindy cistern, Jorge and his forgetfulness - not to mention the other countless stories. Heck, I'm just figuring out screen names/real names now and I've been on this board daily for years now! So, for those that have the money to do it all, have a wonderful time! But my money and loyalty is to the Dis. Hey Todd, does Raul have any sweet wine in the wine cooler? http://www.clipartof.com/images/emoticons/xsmall2/1964_downing_wine.gif

[jeanigor]

Hey Todd, does Raul have any sweet wine in the wine cooler? http://www.clipartof.com/images/emoticons/xsmall2/1964_downing_wine.gif

Of course. And I won't even fight you for it!!! Lately I haven't had the craving for a sweet bottle....:goodvibes:goodvibes:goodvibes

[ADP]

Good morning everyone! :wave:

TGIF to all of you! Enjoy your day, your weekend, your loved ones, and your friends. :goodvibes :hug:

[NancyIL]

Each to their own, but I agree with Aaron and Nicole. I was listening to Lou's interview with Julie Andrews yesterday and heard this announcement. The first thing I thought was exactly what Nicole and Aaron said -- it would be like traveling with other people's friends. I'm sure people have become friends on Lou's boards the same way we have become friends here but what makes it fun traveling with friends is knowing the back-stories. The people on Lou's boards wouldn't know to bow down to Tiara Todd, they wouldn't know Nicole is our resident "bad" good girl, or about Mindy cistern, Jorge and his forgetfulness - not to mention the other countless stories. Heck, I'm just figuring out screen names/real names now and I've been on this board daily for years now! So, for those that have the money to do it all, have a wonderful time! But my money and loyalty is to the Dis. Hey Todd, does Raul have any sweet wine in the wine cooler? http://www.clipartof.com/images/emoticons/xsmall2/1964_downing_wine.gif

I know that you have a history with a lot of people here. But many of you have been posting and chatting as Podcast cruisers for over a year for the first cruise, and new people aren't going to know "the stories." I've been on the DIS daily for years, too - but not on the Podcast board. Let me tell you, it takes awhile to catch on late in the game! I was in Podcast chat Wednesday night, and all I could do was try to READ it! Do you know how fast the screen moves when 40 people type "HINT HINT HINT" to John at the same time?! :scared1: It was difficult to get a word in edgewise, and I felt very much out of my league.

I'm cruising with another group this December because my roommate is part of that group and she invited me to go. I'll be at WDW during DAP, but most likely doing stuff with the other group because of my friend. If I still go on the Podcast cruise in 2010 and have the same roommate, then we'll be doing DIS stuff because I invited her on that cruise.

Lou interviewed JULIE ANDREWS? Wow!

[jeanigor]

That being said, I would like to continue the family analogy, if I may.

The 'new' people for PCC 2.0 are like the cousins of the cruisers of PCC 1.0. (Same to be said of the differing Disney Podcasts.) The cousins that mom and dad talk about and tell you they are Aunt Mabel and Uncle Hershel's family. Maybe you've seen them at a family reunion, but haven't spoken to them.

Right here and now is where the two sides of the family can meet and get to know each other before we all go on the greatest family reunion yet.

[mainegal]

Lou interviewed JULIE ANDREWS? Wow!

Ya goatta admit, Lou does get some pretty good interviews!
I'll bet he could line up some good programs for his cruise.

[mainegal]

That being said, I would like to continue the family analogy, if I may.

The 'new' people for PCC 2.0 are like the cousins of the cruisers of PCC 1.0. (Same to be said of the differing Disney Podcasts.) The cousins that mom and dad talk about and tell you they are Aunt Mabel and Uncle Hershel's family. Maybe you've seen them at a family reunion, but haven't spoken to them.

Right here and now is where the two sides of the family can meet and get to know each other before we all go on the greatest family reunion yet.

I NEVER thought I'd ever be part of such a family as this.

I am glad :goodvibes that I have the opportunity and am being welcomed.

[DVCsince02]

Chat can be very overwhelming at times, but don't be discouraged. Some of us have been chatting for years. Everyone is welcome to join in, but don't get upset if your question/statement gets missed. It goes by fast for us too.

A few tricks we use are:
1. Make your font larger (easier to read).
2. Change the color of your font (get it noticed).
3. Under the options tab, click, "Display user in a single line" (makes reading easier).

You just have to jump in and know we are happy you are there. :)

[mainegal]

Chat can be very overwhelming at times, but don't be discouraged. Some of us have been chatting for years. Everyone is welcome to join in, but don't get upset if your question/statement gets missed. It goes by fast for us too.

A few tricks we use are:
1. Make your font larger (easier to read).
2. Change the color of your font (get it noticed).
3. Under the options tab, click, "Display user in a single line" (makes reading easier).

You just have to jump in and know we are happy you are there. :)

And try not be be bothered if you ask a question or make a comment and get no response. It happens to me all the time.
Sure it bothers me :rolleyes1, but I am trying to get used to it.

Just go with the flow and try to get sucked in, not pulled under!

[*NikkiBell*]

I know that you have a history with a lot of people here. But many of you have been posting and chatting as Podcast cruisers for over a year for the first cruise, and new people aren't going to know "the stories." I've been on the DIS daily for years, too - but not on the Podcast board. Let me tell you, it takes awhile to catch on late in the game! I was in Podcast chat Wednesday night, and all I could do was try to READ it! Do you know how fast the screen moves when 40 people type "HINT HINT HINT" to John at the same time?! :scared1: It was difficult to get a word in edgewise, and I felt very much out of my league.

I'm cruising with another group this December because my roommate is part of that group and she invited me to go. I'll be at WDW during DAP, but most likely doing stuff with the other group because of my friend. If I still go on the Podcast cruise in 2010 and have the same roommate, then we'll be doing DIS stuff because I invited her on that cruise.

Lou interviewed JULIE ANDREWS? Wow!

Nancy, I think when someone joins a new group, whether it be online or off, they feel either left out due to experiences people had prior to their joining or they do not know how to jump right in. I am glad that you have decided to join in the festivities here on the podcast board. I can understand that you might feel confused or unfamiliar because you are new. However, that is normal. Personally, I have not seen anyone shun you away from conversations, threads, etc. I feel that this is a very welcoming group.

I'm sorry that you felt out of your league. One thing that might help in chat is to maximize the chat window so it is larger and fix the settings so the lines are double-spaced. That really makes a difference, but keep in mind that there are a lot of people in chat at once. This attributes to the speed of it. Try coming in earlier in the night when not as many people are there and it might be easier. Also, remember that everyone has been "new" at one point or another and until they jump right in and participate they will not have the same common ground to talk about.

As a side note, I just wanted to say that due to my work schedule (I am a teacher) I have not been able to attend any of the cruises or DAP events. Still, I do not feel out of the loop. Sure, there are conversations and experiences that I will miss out on and it's very likely that they will get brought up again. That is just a part of human nature though and I'll find other ways to reconnect or just sit back and enjoy listening to the stories.

This truly is a great group. One just needs to put themselves out there to get to know one another and have that common ground.

[NancyIL]

Chat can be very overwhelming at times, but don't be discouraged. Some of us have been chatting for years. Everyone is welcome to join in, but don't get upset if your question/statement gets missed. It goes by fast for us too.

A few tricks we use are:
1. Make your font larger (easier to read).
2. Change the color of your font (get it noticed).
3. Under the options tab, click, "Display user in a single line" (makes reading easier).

You just have to jump in and know we are happy you are there. :)

Thanks for the suggestions. I did #1 and #2 on a slow chat day, and will try #3 next time. It is hard to see the name of the person talking because the type is small and faint!

Nancy, I think when someone joins a new group, whether it be online or off, they feel either left out due to experiences people had prior to their joining or they do not know how to jump right in. I am glad that you have decided to join in the festivities here on the podcast board. I can understand that you might feel confused or unfamiliar because you are new. However, that is normal. Personally, I have not seen anyone shun you away from conversations, threads, etc. I feel that this is a very welcoming group.

I'm sorry that you felt out of your league. One thing that might help in chat is to maximize the chat window so it is larger and fix the settings so the lines are double-spaced. That really makes a difference, but keep in mind that there are a lot of people in chat at once. This attributes to the speed of it. Try coming in earlier in the night when not as many people are there and it might be easier. Also, remember that everyone has been "new" at one point or another and until they jump right in and participate they will not have the same common ground to talk about.

As a side note, I just wanted to say that due to my work schedule (I am a teacher) I have not been able to attend any of the cruises or DAP events. Still, I do not feel out of the loop. Sure, there are conversations and experiences that I will miss out on and it's very likely that they will get brought up again. That is just a part of human nature though and I'll find other ways to reconnect or just sit back and enjoy listening to the stories.

This truly is a great group. One just needs to put themselves out there to get to know one another and have that common ground.

I'm not "new"...I'm OLD - and you all are YOUNG! I'll try to remember to get to chat earlier next Wednesday night so I can warm-up my fingers before everyone arrives! :lmao:

[mainegal]

As a side note, I just wanted to say that due to my work schedule (I am a teacher) I have not been able to attend any of the cruises or DAP events. Still, I do not feel out of the loop.



I think it is so cool that you are "in the loop" without being at the events.

The reverse is not always true.
Last year I was a podcast listener only. I heard all about the Mousefest event, was at my computer to sign up, loved riding the ride with no line. But since I had not been active on the Boards, I was not "connected" to people once at the party and didn't have a good a time as I should have.

I look forward to connecting with people in person. But somehow feel somewhat connected now.

I loved the pictures of the flatties on the cruise. So in a way, Nikki, you were on the cruise.

[mainegal]

I'm not "new"...I'm OLD - and you all are YOUNG! I'll try to remember to get to chat earlier next Wednesday night so I can warm-up my fingers before everyone arrives! :lmao:


By her post count, I'd say that Nancy is "experienced"!

[jeanigor]

And try not be be bothered if you ask a question or make a comment and get no response. It happens to me all the time.
Sure it bothers me :rolleyes1, but I am trying to get used to it.

Just go with the flow and try to get sucked in, not pulled under!

If something I ask is overlooked and I want an answer, I ask it again. Not in a pushy way, but assertively. Because I know how fast the screen flies.

Example:
jeanigor:Do you think its better to bring hard sided or soft sided luggage to WDW?
<DisneyKevin enters room>
Thirty DISer's almost simultaneously: Hi Kevin!
(usually followed by: How's the eye? Where's John? Got any hints?)

Very easy for a question to get swept away. And its not like here on the boards where you can go back and easily read what someone has said.

[NancyIL]

I think it is so cool that you are "in the loop" without being at the events.

The reverse is not always true.
Last year I was a podcast listener only. I heard all about the Mousefest event, was at my computer to sign up, loved riding the ride with no line. But since I had not been active on the Boards, I was not "connected" to people once at the party and didn't have a good a time as I should have.

I look forward to connecting with people in person. But somehow feel somewhat connected now.

I loved the pictures of the flatties on the cruise. So in a way, Nikki, you were on the cruise.
I understand that feeling. I was at WDW during MouseFest last year, too, and I went to the DIS tree lighting ceremony. Most of the people there were strangers to me, so I didn't stick around long.

[mainegal]

If something I ask is overlooked and I want an answer, I ask it again. Not in a pushy way, but assertively. Because I know how fast the screen flies.

Example:
jeanigor:Do you think its better to bring hard sided or soft sided luggage to WDW?
<DisneyKevin enters room>
Thirty DISer's almost simultaneously: Hi Kevin!
(usually followed by: How's the eye? Where's John? Got any hints?)

Very easy for a question to get swept away. And its not like here on the boards where you can go back and easily read what someone has said.

Oh yes, Todd! You described it so well.
I usually do not re-post my questions. But following your advice, I will.
Thanks from one of your princess:ladies-in-waiting.

[mainegal]

I understand that feeling. I was at WDW during MouseFest last year, too, and I went to the DIS tree lighting ceremony. Most of the people there were strangers to me, so I didn't stick around long.

I wish we had found each other!

I was with a friend from high school who was not a Mousefester. She stayed in the lobby and did her email when I went to the Mega-Meet. She was tired and went back to the room instead of the Toy Story party. (I am so sorry, Pete. She was on of the no-shows) She kept saying I was going to a private party with "my friends", but I didn't really know anyone.

I will do better next time!

[safetymom]

Please if anyone attending any of the DIS Unplugged events this year hasn't connected with someone beforehand please approach me. I'll introduce you around.

I would love for everyone to feel connected at these events. I think it is great getting to meet people in person that we have talked with on the computer.

[NancyIL]

I wish we had found each other!

I was with a friend from high school who was not a Mousefester. She stayed in the lobby and did her email when I went to the Mega-Meet. She was tired and went back to the room instead of the Toy Story party. (I am so sorry, Pete. She was on of the no-shows) She kept saying I was going to a private party with "my friends", but I didn't really know anyone.

I will do better next time!

My daughter was at WDW with me the weekend of the MouseFest land activities, but she didn't want to go to the Mega Mouse Meet. I got there late because we spent the morning at Hollywood Studios. Fortunately - there were still quite a few people there, and I saw some "old" friends that I've known for years. :)

TODD - soft-sided luggage! :teeth:

[mainegal]

I think this thread I started about another podcast hosting a cruise has been hijacked!

New topic seems to be "belonging" :grouphug: to a :dance3: group.

[jeanigor]

Please if anyone attending any of the DIS Unplugged events this year hasn't connected with someone beforehand please approach me. I'll introduce you around.

I would love for everyone to feel connected at these events. I think it is great getting to meet people in person that we have talked with on the computer.

:cheer2::cheer2::grouphug: Maybe closer to DAP you might mention this on a podcast. To make sure we help the folks that listen but don't post to feel welcome. They are just as much a part of the family!!!:grouphug::grouphug::grouphug:

I think this thread I started about another podcast hosting a cruise has been hijacked!

New topic seems to be "belonging" :grouphug: to a :dance3: group.

I'm surprised it stayed on topic as long as it did.....

[Becx N Gav]

I am terrible with names so despite reading the threads prior to Mousefest last year I think I only recognised Yvet (as she had a name tag) where I quietly said 'are you from the Dis?' and was welcomed by a 'YES' and a hug :hug:

And Mindy (Ursulas Shadow) as I expected her to look like Ursula :rotfl:

And even trying to break the ice and talk to them was out of my comfort zone. I know how hard it is to try and 'fit in' but really no-one cares and everyone I met at Mousefest and on the cruise was so lovely and welcoming it didn't seem to matter I wasn't 'in' on all the jokes and past stories :grouphug:

I will try harder and stike up conversations on the next PCC - it can't do any harm :confused3

[mainegal]

:grouphug:

I will try harder and stike up conversations on the next PCC - it can't do any harm :confused3

I hope it is not all "try harder"!

It is tricky when the "in kids" and "cool kids" are already in place.

But they promised to let us join in!

[dpuck1998]

I hope it is not all "try harder"!

It is tricky when the "in kids" and "cool kids" are already in place.

But they promised to let us join in!

We were all the outsiders at some point. I remember when I first started and felt like I didn't know anyones name and got the feeling friendships were already established and I couldn't break the circle. Just keep hanging around and post like you are talking to family. Todd is the crazy uncle and Paul is the crabby grandpa.

[mainegal]

Just keep hanging around and post like you are talking to family. Todd is the crazy uncle and Paul is the crabby grandpa.

And Don and Aaron are...???

[jeanigor]

And Don and Aaron are...???

Aaron is the guy next door.

Don is the creepy old dude that stares out his drapes at you.

[kab407]

And Don and Aaron are...???

Aaron is the brother I wish I had.

Don is....Don. No need to go any further.

[maroo]

Gosh...I hope what I am about to say makes sense...

First of all...Kathy - Thank you so much for your offer to everyone to meet us beforehand so that we can all know someone. Statements like that are why I have come back to listening to the podcast.

Second - to Nancy...I will be at DAP this year. And I will be attending as many Disney meets as I can...both the DIS and other podcasts. It will be quite the juggling act. I have talked with you in chat over the past couple of nights and enjoyed talking to you. It is very hard to keep up on Wednesdays...and I am going to try to remember that this week...as I am usually one to add to the banter including unnecessarily saying "hint" 400 times to John. :rotfl: It is very helpful to be reminded that it is going too fast for everyone to keep up. I hope you will join us next Wed in chat and maybe I will see you before that when I hijack another chat night. And if you are going to DAP...please PM me or something and I will make sure you are introduced to everyone that I know.


I had given up in trying to fit in with this group. From the outside it seemed like there were too many background stories and it was just too hard to "be one of the cool kids" as someone put it. The podcast cruise came and went and I was sure then that I would never fit in and had decided to stop trying and stick to my wish trippers thread and TR's.

I even stopped listening to the DIS podcast for a while and started listening to some others. I stopped because I felt like I would never fit in. I had my email read on another show, won an auction on another, and have generally had very good "luck" in being easily accepted by those groups. I have found their forums to be very friendly. I don't post to all of them...I could never keep up. But it has been very hard to ignore the overwhelming welcome I have experienced on a few of them. I have met some very nice people on other podcast boards, chats and Facebook with those people. Including the podcasters themselves, who seem very approachable. I have never sent an email to another podcast that was not answered.

I am back now listening to the DIS Unplugged. I really like the banter and am getting to know the podcasters again. I know the DIS show is HUGE and gets many, many emails each week and can't possibly answer them all or acknowledge them all. And that is all fine. I particularly enjoyed last Thursday's show because I feel like I am actually getting to know the team. But I still listen to other shows. And I will definitely to go to some other meets when I am able.

Recently, I took Kevin's advice and just "jumped right in" and joined some of the "big threads" (DAP and Cruise Thread)...and have tried to introduce myself and jump right in the banter. I certainly feel more a part of the group than before! It is still hard to follow some of the private jokes, though...but I am catching on and have found everyone to be very friendly!

I guess I say all of this to say...

- Other podcasters are nice people and those boards have nice people.

- There will be lots of opportunities to meet people - we are all Disney fans - no group is better than another...just different. The DIS is the biggest, so we should be the friendliest, since we have so many nice people!

- It makes me VERY sad when I hear others say that the DIS is not friendly...It is large. And a little intimidating. But for the most part the people here are VERY nice. And I have had an opportunity to set a few people straight over the past few months. ;)


I would certainly consider a cruise from another podcast. I am limited by my vacation time, but if I could go on all of them, I would.



Oh yeah...And I am going to Magic Meets!! So if you are going and see me, please say hello! Hopefully we will all have lime green mickey heads somewhere so we can find each other!

[mainegal]

Oh yeah...And I am going to Magic Meets!! So if you are going and see me, please say hello! Hopefully we will all have lime green mickey heads somewhere so we can find each other!

I think it is so cool to be able to go to Magic Meets. There will be such a mix of people there that know each other from different websites, podcasts, etc. I am sure there will be lots of overlapping of communities and should be so much fun as they all share the common Disney connection.

Please be sure the lime green Mickeys mix well with everyone else!

[NancyIL]

Second - to Nancy...I will be at DAP this year. And I will be attending as many Disney meets as I can...both the DIS and other podcasts. It will be quite the juggling act. I have talked with you in chat over the past couple of nights and enjoyed talking to you. It is very hard to keep up on Wednesdays...and I am going to try to remember that this week...as I am usually one to add to the banter including unnecessarily saying "hint" 400 times to John. :rotfl: It is very helpful to be reminded that it is going too fast for everyone to keep up. I hope you will join us next Wed in chat and maybe I will see you before that when I hijack another chat night. And if you are going to DAP...please PM me or something and I will make sure you are introduced to everyone that I know....

Oh yeah...And I am going to Magic Meets!! So if you are going and see me, please say hello! Hopefully we will all have lime green mickey heads somewhere so we can find each other!

Very nice post, maroo! I remember when I first started chatting on the DIS in late 2000, and that's when I got to know a lot more people. Then I took a long break from chat and hadn't been back to the DIS chat room until a few weeks ago. I hope to figure out who all the cousins/aunts/uncles/crabby grandpas are by the time DAP rolls around! :lmao:

Speaking of DAP, I have no idea what my friend's group is planning for that weekend, so I don't know if I'll be at any DAP events. I will try to show up just to say hello - if nothing else. :)

I hope you will have a great time at Magic Meets! As I mentioned in chat last night, the one time I had definite plans to go (in July 2007), those plans were cancelled at the last minute so I could be with my daughter in Texas after she had surgery.

[Becx N Gav]

I hope it is not all "try harder"!

It is tricky when the "in kids" and "cool kids" are already in place.

But they promised to let us join in!

Sorry this was more of a note to self :rotfl: I am quiet shy (getting better though) and not Yvet shy ;) but that's just me and I know others have said that when it comes to meeting people they feel a bit overwhelmed.

Personally I wouldn't count myself as one of the in/cool kids but that's probably my perception of things which would be different to other peoples :confused3 tones are hard to pick up on with the written word - sorry if I gave the wrong impression :flower3:

These guys are VERY welcoming and accepting :grouphug:

Aaron is the guy next door.

Don is the creepy old dude that stares out his drapes at you.

:lmao:

Aaron is the brother I wish I had.

Don is....Don. No need to go any further.

Family board ;)

[maroo]

I think it is so cool to be able to go to Magic Meets. There will be such a mix of people there that know each other from different websites, podcasts, etc. I am sure there will be lots of overlapping of communities and should be so much fun as they all share the common Disney connection.

Please be sure the lime green Mickeys mix well with everyone else!'

I have run into several people on other boards that are going...so hopefully we will all be able to mingle nicely!!! :)

Very nice post, maroo! I remember when I first started chatting on the DIS in late 2000, and that's when I got to know a lot more people. Then I took a long break from chat and hadn't been back to the DIS chat room until a few weeks ago. I hope to figure out who all the cousins/aunts/uncles/crabby grandpas are by the time DAP rolls around! :lmao:

Speaking of DAP, I have no idea what my friend's group is planning for that weekend, so I don't know if I'll be at any DAP events. I will try to show up just to say hello - if nothing else. :)

I hope you will have a great time at Magic Meets! As I mentioned in chat last night, the one time I had definite plans to go (in July 2007), those plans were cancelled at the last minute so I could be with my daughter in Texas after she had surgery.

late 2000? wow. I was not even a Disney fan in late 2000.

If you figure out who everyone is, let me know! I have asked for a family tree, but no one has obliged. :rotfl:

[mommyceratops]

Mainegal, you have to jump in and go with it...

I didn't go on the cruise and but have gone to the meets. It is a fun bunch and you just have to go with it...

Everyone asks a question that quickly gets missed and everyone kills a thread (or I do)

Just go with it and have fun.

[*NikkiBell*]

I am finding the topics on this thread very frustrating. In order to be a part of something, you need to put forth the effort and try. On countless occassions, DISers, moderators, and podcasters alike have said to "jump right in." I truly believe that is how everyone becomes friends with one another. If my fifth graders were out on the playground and one came running up to me saying that nobody would be friends with her, I'd try and find out what steps she has taken to make friends. She can't expect people to surround her and beg to be her friend if they don't know her from that ball on the ground. I also cannot force people to be friends with her. I'd definitely encourage her though. The same holds true in a community like this. One cannot expect people to put the effort into a relationship that is one sided. Similarly, one should not expect someone to put a foot forward when the other person is not doing the same. It takes effort on part of both parties. :hug:

Don put it well in a previous post. Everyone was an outsider at one point. It wasn't until they started participating and initiating conversations that they felt a part of the community. I can't stress that enough. Instead of wallowing in the fact that you see yourself as not a part of something, make yourself a part of it. :goodvibes Put the best foot forward and don't shy away just because some individuals took that step before you did and now have common ground with others. Afterall, how is that common ground built if the soil isn't put down first? lol at my figurative language in here today. ;)

I want to add that this is not meant at anyone in particular, but I'm speaking to the masses here. So come on, jump right in and enjoy the sunshine. :grouphug:

Oh, and by the way, I just want to point out that during the course of this thread new friendships were made. Nancy, Mainegal, and Maroo all seemed to make a connection just by talking and participating. I think I now have the right to say, "I told you so." ;)

[NancyIL]

Oh, and by the way, I just want to point out that during the course of this thread new friendships were made. Nancy, Mainegal, and Maroo all seemed to make a connection just by talking and participating. I think I now have the right to say, "I told you so." ;)

Actually - I think I made a connection with maroo (and others) in chat earlier this week. :) It reminded me that I've gotten to know people better by chatting with them than by posting back and forth on a message board. Podcast chat on Wednesday night was a lot like the Saturday night free-for-all chats in 2001 when WillyJ and Marla were the chat hosts. I haven't been to DIS chat recently on a Saturday night to know if it's still like that...maybe tomorrow!

To get back to the original topic - I went to Lou Mongello's site, registered, and posted on the thread about the 2011 cruise his group is considering. :thumbsup2

[klam_chowder]

NancyIL: I know that you have a history with a lot of people here. But many of you have been posting and chatting as Podcast cruisers for over a year for the first cruise, and new people aren't going to know "the stories." I've been on the DIS daily for years, too - but not on the Podcast board. Let me tell you, it takes awhile to catch on late in the game! I was in Podcast chat Wednesday night, and all I could do was try to READ it!

I'm cruising with another group this December because my roommate is part of that group and she invited me to go. I'll be at WDW during DAP, but most likely doing stuff with the other group because of my friend. If I still go on the Podcast cruise in 2010 and have the same roommate, then we'll be doing DIS stuff because I invited her on that cruise.

:welcome: Nancy! I actually like it when I'm behind and chat goes crazy with Kevin coming into the room cuz I can just scan it and then I'm all caught up :lmao: :lmao: :lmao:

Personally I like hearing fresh additions, like when the e-mail show is all unfamiliar-to-me listerners. :goodvibes

Wonderful that you've got RL DisNut friends too - real life :rotfl2: - so you can check out other events. Hope you can join in the 2010 cruise. :upsidedow

cheers,
:flower3:

[NancyIL]

NancyIL:

:welcome: Nancy! I actually like it when I'm behind and chat goes crazy with Kevin coming into the room cuz I can just scan it and then I'm all caught up :lmao: :lmao: :lmao:

Personally I like hearing fresh additions, like when the e-mail show is all unfamiliar-to-me listerners. :goodvibes

Wonderful that you've got RL DisNut friends too - real life :rotfl2: - so you can check out other events. Hope you can join in the 2010 cruise. :upsidedow

cheers,
:flower3:

Thank you for the welcome! :)

I'm going to chat tonight because it's CRUISE chat! :woohoo: Anyone else?

[klam_chowder]

And even trying to break the ice and talk to them was out of my comfort zone. I know how hard it is to try and 'fit in' but really no-one cares and everyone I met at Mousefest and on the cruise was so lovely and welcoming it didn't seem to matter I wasn't 'in' on all the jokes and past stories :grouphug:

I will try harder and stike up conversations on the next PCC - it can't do any harm :confused3

Wow, I'm so surprised to hear you say this Becky! You were one of the nicest people I met at the Poly Meet because you took the time to have an actual conversation with me. :hug:I dragged DH to the Poly Meet even tho I didn't know anyone either! :rotfl2: :rotfl2:

I guess that's worth noting too. Some people just may be shy. :blush: I'm not particularly so it's not in the forefront for me to think that others are. I tried striking up convos with a few cruisers who wearing Dis lanyards but they didn't seem to interested in chatting back, so I moved on. :tiptoe: No biggie.

Like RL, you're going to meet some on the boards/chat that you connect with more than others. I'll say no one we met on the cruise was rude or mean. :grouphug: There were differences in how friendly some were. Most were welcoming and some acknowledged you then turned their back to talk to their friends but there's lots of friendlies around to chat with :chat: :rotfl: :rotfl:

cheers,
:flower3:

[klam_chowder]

I hope it is not all "try harder"!

It is tricky when the "in kids" and "cool kids" are already in place.

But they promised to let us join in!

I think there are some that are better known and get shout outs from the podcast team, etc., but I don't think of them as "in/cool kids". I've had a lot of great :rotfl2: :rotfl2: :rotfl2: because of them and their antics but I rue the day this place becomes the high school clique. :upsidedow

cheers,
:flower3:

[klam_chowder]

Aaron is the guy next door.

Don is the creepy old dude that stares out his drapes at you.

:lmao::worship::lmao::worship::lmao:

cheers,
:flower3:

[klam_chowder]

To get back to the original topic - I went to Lou Mongello's site, registered, and posted on the thread about the 2011 cruise his group is considering. :thumbsup2

How exciting! :cheer2: If you go on it, be sure to post back and let us know how the ship was...:love:

I took a look at that blog on the other podcast cruisers - looked like they had some wonderful things planned for their group! :thumbsup2 I just scanned the blog but it seemed like a lot of fundraising was going on during that cruise. Here's some honesty yet I know socially undesirable response :duck: ...I'm glad our podcast cruise was not like that. Some people prefer to give more discreetly and I don't want to feel guilted or nickel and dimed to do any activity. I'd rather a general fundraiser go out and we can donate to support it thru the Dis podcast/boards. :yay:

Okay, I'm getting off this thread now :rotfl2: :rotfl2: :rotfl2: :teleport:

cheers,
:flower3:

[mainegal]

I just scanned the blog but it seemed like a lot of fundraising was going on during that cruise. Here's some honesty yet I know socially undesirable response :duck: ...I'm glad our podcast cruise was not like that. Some people prefer to give more discreetly and I don't want to feel guilted or nickel and dimed to do any activity. I'd rather a general fundraiser go out and we can donate to support it thru the Dis podcast/boards. :yay:



Fundraising -

Pretty thick when selling the t-shirts for "Give Kids the World". Pete was just this side of making people feel guilty if they did not participate.

And there was a lot of encouragement to support the muddy buddies.

Lou's “Dream Team Project" supports the Make-A-Wish Foundation.

All are good causes.

[A.Mickey]

And to anyone that thinks Chat is overwhelming, just try. And if it is still overwhelming....come join facebook, and if you are already on facebook come and play Uno! :rotfl: Uno is a nice way to sit with 3 other DISers and chat at a much slower pace :). I surely enjoyed tonights games. Thanks for starting it up tonight, Nikkibell!

I am really shy too....but I realized, that we (DISers) have sooo much in common. We obviously all love Disney and we all obviously have the same kind of humor that appeals to us (that is why we all listen to the podcast). When I was on the podcast cruise, I was trying to meet as many people as I possibly could. I knew no one would bite! It was hard for me, but at the same time (since we have so much in common), it shouldn't be hard at all. Just remember if you are ever at a meet, that these people that you are with...you probably have more in common with them then you do your friends back home and strike up a conversation and get ready to be friends for life! :hug:

[Disneybridein2k3]

I took a look at that blog on the other podcast cruisers - looked like they had some wonderful things planned for their group! :thumbsup2 I just scanned the blog but it seemed like a lot of fundraising was going on during that cruise. Here's some honesty yet I know socially undesirable response :duck: ...I'm glad our podcast cruise was not like that. Some people prefer to give more discreetly and I don't want to feel guilted or nickel and dimed to do any activity. I'd rather a general fundraiser go out and we can donate to support it thru the Dis podcast/boards. :yay:

Okay, I'm getting off this thread now :rotfl2: :rotfl2: :rotfl2: :teleport:

cheers,
:flower3:

Fundraising -

Pretty thick when selling the t-shirts for "Give Kids the World". Pete was just this side of making people feel guilty if they did not participate.

And there was a lot of encouragement to support the muddy buddies.

Lou's “Dream Team Project" supports the Make-A-Wish Foundation.

All are good causes.
I think what Karen was trying to say is Lou does his fundraising "in your face". I'll go for an analogy - Pete's GKTW shirt (his only fundraising up to this point, btw AND you got a t-shirt for it) was done through the podcast. So Pete's request was similar to someone sending you something in the mail that you can choose to order or not - no guilt there. No one knows. With Lou, still a great cause, but his fundraising is done at events in front of everyone so you feel obligated even if you don't have a lot of money to offer. So Lou's efforts are similar to someone coming door-to-door where you have to say "no thanks" in person and then feel horrible about it. Even if it isn't that way, if feels like it. Some people feel just because you enjoy Disney which is an expensive product, you can afford to give lots of money. But we have people here who have lost jobs and are also put in difficult financial positions. Some people had to save up their pennies to go on the last podcast cruise - it wasn't easy but they made it. I think what Karen was trying to say was, she would feel bad for those that saved their pennies to go on the actual cruise but then felt guilty about all of the fundraising efforts on the ship that you really don't want to participate in the events.

Of course that isn't everyone, but it is some. And I agree with Karen. It is actually the reason I never went back to Magic Meets. I think what Lou collects money for is a great cause - I just don't want to feel guilted into it in person and we all aren't in a financial position to give a great sum of money after paying so much to attend Magic Meets for a family of 4, pay for the hotel room, and then for Hershey Park the next day. Had I had known before, I wouldn't have stayed overnight and gone to Hershey so I could have given my hotel and hershey money to Lou. But as it was, I just didn't budget that much and felt horrible. Thankfully, that was two years ago and things have changed for my family but I still think it is a terrible position to put people in when all they want is to get together with other Disney fans.

Sorry this got long. :blush:

[klam_chowder]

:thumbsup2

:hug: :hug: :hug:

cheers,
:flower3:

[DisneyKevin]

I have a couple of thoughts to add to this.

Our "fundraising" was actually a response to many, many requests for tshirts sales. You purchased a shirt and the Dis and Dreams Unlimited Travel gave the money you paid for the shirt to GKTW. Dreams Unlimited donated the shirts, donated the administrative work and donated ths shipping charges.

Chat moves at 100 miles per hour. It is not the place to ask serious questions for which you want serious answers. It's also not someplace where I can hold lengthy conversations.

I get really tired of the "clique" references.....the high school referebces etc.
No one that posts on these boards, with the exception of Pete, John, Bob, Corey and myself knew each other when this all started. Julie, Kathy, Teresa and Walter came in later. We all became friends by posting on these boards.

I find it difficult to listen to complaints about people being "left out" or that "the circle of friends is hard to break into". The ONLY way this will ever be any different is if YOU make the first move and make the effort to put yourself out there.

No one had been assigned the role of Shepard to go out and snatch the shy, quiet folks into the fold. We can not do that, as no one is REQUIRED to be here. People participate at their own comfort level. If you want to be part of the circle.....make YOURSELF part of the circle. This reponsibility lies with no one but you.

No one can attend all of the events. No one. I cant. John cant. Pete cant. There is just not enough time or money to do everything. You are not alone

Based on the above statement....you will have to excuse us for not attending other folks events. Between the Dis Boards, Chat, two podcasts a week, doing our actual jobs (the job that actually pays) family responsibilities, social obligations and whatever else arises.....we're pretty busy. I cant keep up with everything I need to do now...let alone listen to someone else's podcast or attend their events.

My final thought is that we have all been given a meeting place. The Dis Boards are an awesome "tool" to help make new friends. I have met many of you and feel that I have made lifelong friends. But as an example, and not a way of excluding anyone...there are folks that I havent met, but also feel that they are already lifelong friends.

I also have to say that when you post that you feel like this is a "clique" that you can break into....and people respond to your post......you are a part of the group. Folks gravitate to those they feel an affinity for....whether they share an interest, make you laugh, are willing to support, willing to commiserate...whetever the commonality is....it's here and by posting you are a welcome addition.

If you want to be part of the "cool kids"...be a "cool kid" and make yourself known. Join in. No one's going to do it for you....it's all up to you.

[maroo]

well said, Kevin! :thumbsup2

[corky441]

If you want to be part of the "cool kids"...be a "cool kid" and make yourself known. Join in. No one's going to do it for you....it's all up to you.

As I shy person , I agree completely with Kevin.

I've always found it easier to "talk" to all of you here on the DISboards. I can hide behind my keyboard.

I signed up for and went to the Toy Story meet last year - I did feel out of place - I enjoyed the party but never really spoke to anyone else there.
BUT - guess what - THAT WAS MY FAULT. It's just hard for me to jump into the mix with people I don't know. I knew alot of the board names but didn't know what anyone looked like, at that point not even the podcast crew.

Don't know if I'm a cool kid - but I'll be chatting up a storm with all of your on the cruise....

[katscradle]

Exactly. that would be like going to someone else's family reunion.


Listen half the time I don't want to go to my own family reunion, unless it's my dis family. What make them think I would want to go to someone else's reunion. :confused3:confused3

[katscradle]

Can you imagine if we did every activity offered by all the podcasters?!

All the DIS events, Magic Meets, West Fest, Lou's meet of the month, something up in the northwest Seattle area, WDW Today meets in the parks, and many more I do not know about.

We would have no time or money at all for D23!

I would be living in a box on Main Street.:rotfl2::rotfl2::rotfl2:
Stop by for a cup of tea if you get the chance.
Oh and buy the way can you bring the tea, I have no money!:rotfl::rotfl::rotfl:

[katscradle]

I have a couple of thoughts to add to this.

Our "fundraising" was actually a response to many, many requests for tshirts sales. You purchased a shirt and the Dis and Dreams Unlimited Travel gave the money you paid for the shirt to GKTW. Dreams Unlimited donated the shirts, donated the administrative work and donated ths shipping charges.

Chat moves at 100 miles per hour. It is not the place to ask serious questions for which you want serious answers. It's also not someplace where I can hold lengthy conversations.

I get really tired of the "clique" references.....the high school referebces etc.
No one that posts on these boards, with the exception of Pete, John, Bob, Corey and myself knew each other when this all started. Julie, Kathy, Teresa and Walter came in later. We all became friends by posting on these boards.

I find it difficult to listen to complaints about people being "left out" or that "the circle of friends is hard to break into". The ONLY way this will ever be any different is if YOU make the first move and make the effort to put yourself out there.

No one had been assigned the role of Shepard to go out and snatch the shy, quiet folks into the fold. We can not do that, as no one is REQUIRED to be here. People participate at their own comfort level. If you want to be part of the circle.....make YOURSELF part of the circle. This reponsibility lies with no one but you.

No one can attend all of the events. No one. I cant. John cant. Pete cant. There is just not enough time or money to do everything. You are not alone

Based on the above statement....you will have to excuse us for not attending other folks events. Between the Dis Boards, Chat, two podcasts a week, doing our actual jobs (the job that actually pays) family responsibilities, social obligations and whatever else arises.....we're pretty busy. I cant keep up with everything I need to do now...let alone listen to someone else's podcast or attend their events.

My final thought is that we have all been given a meeting place. The Dis Boards are an awesome "tool" to help make new friends. I have met many of you and feel that I have made lifelong friends. But as an example, and not a way of excluding anyone...there are folks that I havent met, but also feel that they are already lifelong friends.

I also have to say that when you post that you feel like this is a "clique" that you can break into....and people respond to your post......you are a part of the group. Folks gravitate to those they feel an affinity for....whether they share an interest, make you laugh, are willing to support, willing to commiserate...whetever the commonality is....it's here and by posting you are a welcome addition.

If you want to be part of the "cool kids"...be a "cool kid" and make yourself known. Join in. No one's going to do it for you....it's all up to you.

Well said Kevin!:thumbsup2
Oh and BTW I am a cool kid! :rotfl2::rotfl2::rotfl2::rotfl2:

[Disneybridein2k3]

One more thing -- you don't learn the back-stories and get to know everyone overnight. It takes effort and time on your part. You have to want to invest the time into this group of really great, friendly people. But if you do, I promise you will learn the stories quickly and will soon become "one of the cool kids". At least I hope so. I'm still trying for my cool kid status :sad2:

[katscradle]

I am just in a La La land of my own and think I am a cool kid.

I went to the TSM meet last year not knowing anyone but DH.
I did meet some people and have felt a part of this group ever since.
I now have some very special friendships and you will too.. :)

[OKW Lover]

First of all:
Kevin was right
Not that that's news to anybody.:worship:

I understand that feeling. I was at WDW during MouseFest last year, too, and I went to the DIS tree lighting ceremony. Most of the people there were strangers to me, so I didn't stick around long.

In that case we may have already met. Val & I were there too and we hung around for a while.

I wish we had found each other!

I was with a friend from high school who was not a Mousefester. She stayed in the lobby and did her email when I went to the Mega-Meet. She was tired and went back to the room instead of the Toy Story party. (I am so sorry, Pete. She was on of the no-shows) She kept saying I was going to a private party with "my friends", but I didn't really know anyone.

I will do better next time!

We were at the TSM party and had a blast. Spent a lot of time chatting with Kathy (Safetymom) and nibbling on the nibbles. Actually only did TSM three times - my elbow as hurting after the 2nd one and I needed a break.

Please if anyone attending any of the DIS Unplugged events this year hasn't connected with someone beforehand please approach me. I'll introduce you around.

I would love for everyone to feel connected at these events. I think it is great getting to meet people in person that we have talked with on the computer.

Kathy's a great resource at these things. Its funny, we all have our different personalities. On line, I'm always making posts while my wife is seldom seen on line. But in :3dglasses its my wife doing all the talking while I'm standing quietly at her side occasionally nodding and offering supporting noises.

Really, we don't bite - although some of us nibble. :surfweb:

[dpuck1998]

First of all:
Kevin was right
Not that that's news to anybody.:worship:



In that case we may have already met. Val & I were there too and we hung around for a while.



We were at the TSM party and had a blast. Spent a lot of time chatting with Kathy (Safetymom) and nibbling on the nibbles. Actually only did TSM three times - my elbow as hurting after the 2nd one and I needed a break.



Kathy's a great resource at these things. Its funny, we all have our different personalities. On line, I'm always making posts while my wife is seldom seen on line. But in :3dglasses its my wife doing all the talking while I'm standing quietly at her side occasionally nodding and offering supporting noises.

Really, we don't bite - although some of us nibble. :surfweb:

Speak for yourself! pirate:

[Madi100]

First of all, am I a cool kid?????

I want to share a story about me. (everyone wants to listen right??) I am shy (I really, really am). I don't do the best job of putting myself out there to new people. It is painfully hard for me. When I moved to this community I was invited to a luncheon for a group called the Newcomers Club. It was for women that are new to the community. It was very hard for me to make this step, but I did it. I ended up sitting with another gal that was fairly new. People introduced themselves, welcomed me, and then went on with their friends. No one asked me to join in their little circle of friends. But I decided that day that if I wanted to be a part of this group I had to be the one to put myself out there. I couldn't expect everyone else to hold my hand as I made my way through. So I signed up to join the mom's group and the book club and the bunko group. Four years later, I am just now stepping down from the board. I have planned the luncheons, community service projects, and been president of the club. But I couldn't have done any of that if I hadn't put myself out there and taken the first step. To tihs day, I'd rather go with someone than alone to a social function. I still don't talk well to people I don't know. But, I have learned that in life that if I don't have friends it's not because I'm ugly, fat, or shy - it's because I don't put myself out there.

The same thing goes for these boards. You have to put yourself out there. I didn't meet a mean person on the cruise. There are people that I definitely have more in common with than others, but that is going to be true no matter what type of group you are in.

When I come to the boards and see that people think it's hard to get to know people because of the history- that is the same as real life. Anytime you are new to the group there is going to be history. I have found in life that if you go into something thinking a group are a certain way (snobby, cliche, close knit), you are going to have a harder time fitting in because you've already decided how the people are going to be.

[katscradle]

I remember the TSM night.
I was very nervous. :eek::eek:
They were have trouble with the scaning systems and getting poeple into the park.
I saw John and Kevin and I said to DH I am just going to follow these guys.:banana:
We got in and when they were trying to get everyone registered quickly Kevin pulled us from the long line and showed us where to stand.
I felt pretty good at that moment.
I only got to ride TSM 3 times that night as I had a blanket for Ferris that needed to get done that night.
So I sat most of the night with Julie, Corey, Corey's parents and a few others.
I got the blanket done at midnight.:yay::yay::yay:
DS Kenny rode TSM 35 times that night, and even got to ride with Kevin once.
That was the highlight for him.:thumbsup2
I missed meeting and getting to know alot of poeple that night.:sad1:
Kenny thinks of himself as Kevin's biggest fan, I told him he's got competition from me. :rotfl2::rotfl2::rotfl2:

[Disneybridein2k3]

The same thing goes for these boards. You have to put yourself out there. I didn't meet a mean person on the cruise. There are people that I definitely have more in common with than others, but that is going to be true no matter what type of group you are in.


We didn't meet????? ;) No, I remember vividly sitting very nearby you right about when Todd was getting ready to pee on the floor after the martinis. Yup, we met. ::yes::

[rtobe]

I remember the TSM night.
I was very nervous. :eek::eek:
They were have trouble with the scaning systems and getting poeple into the park.
I saw John and Kevin and I said to DH I am just going to follow these guys.:banana:
We got in and when they were trying to get everyone registered quickly Kevin pulled us from the long line and showed us where to stand.
I felt pretty good at that moment.
I only got to ride TSM 3 times that night as I had a blanket for Ferris that needed to get done that night.
So I sat most of the night with Julie, Corey, Corey's parents and a few others.
I got the blanket done at midnight.:yay::yay::yay:
DS Kenny rode TSM 35 times that night, and even got to ride with Kevin once.
That was the highlight for him.:thumbsup2
I missed meeting and getting to know alot of poeple that night.:sad1:
Kenny thinks of himself as Kevin's biggest fan, I told him he's got competition from me. :rotfl2::rotfl2::rotfl2:

I remember meeting you that night and looking at your blanket (before it was finished) :goodvibes

[DisneyKevin]

We didn't meet????? ;) No, I remember vividly sitting very nearby you right about when Todd was getting ready to pee on the floor after the martinis. Yup, we met. ::yes::

If this doesnt scare away new cruisers, we're good.:lmao::lmao::lmao:

[NancyIL]

We didn't meet????? ;) No, I remember vividly sitting very nearby you right about when Todd was getting ready to pee on the floor after the martinis. Yup, we met. ::yes::

Is that the origin of Todd's "don't pee on the parquet" story? :lmao:

[Disneybridein2k3]

If this doesnt scare away new cruisers, we're good.:lmao::lmao::lmao:
It's important to own it, that's what I always say! And anyways, that is part of the test to make sure they don't scare too easily.

Is that the origin of Todd's "don't pee on the parquet" story? :lmao:
:thumbsup2

[DisneyKevin]

It's important to own it, that's what I always say! And anyways, that is part of the test to make sure they don't scare too easily.


:thumbsup2

I didnt know we were testing them, but making sure they dont spook easily is a good idea.:rotfl2:

Are there physicals involved?:rotfl2:

Endurance tests?:rotfl2:

Auditions?:rotfl2:

[*NikkiBell*]

I just wanted to give a very mature "What Kevin Said!" to recent posts. I basically said the same thing in mine, but I do want to reiterate/bring up a few things.

1.) You can't make friends without trying.

2.) Saying repeatedly that you can't become a part of a group and then not putting forth the effort can make others shy away from you.

3.) The shirts were sold due to DISers wanting Unplugged shirts. Dreams was kind enough to cover their production and shipping to each buyer. All proceeds were donated to charity. I never felt swindled into donating money through this fundraiser. Pete never crossed any line in how he promoted it. I never felt guilted into it either. Quite honestly, if it got to that point I wouldn't care. The money wasn't going in his pocket. It was helping the kids.

4.) Theres so much going on in the Disney fan community. One cannot keep up with all events. It's impossible. I also will not compare other sites or podcasts. Everything is unique and there's something for all.

[Launchpad11B]

I don't blame some of you for not wanting to talk to me during the TSM party last year. I was whooping people so badly with my super duper spring loaded shooter skills that my scores may have been a bit intimidating!! I'll be sure not to showcase any type of prowess at the next get together. To show I'm just a regular guy, autographs will be available upon request. Contact my secretary (Don) for further details! :thumbsup2

[dpuck1998]

I didnt know we were testing them, but making sure they dont spook easily is a good idea.:rotfl2:

Are there physicals involved?:rotfl2:

Endurance tests?:rotfl2:

Auditions?:rotfl2:

Can I be in charge of the talent auditions?

I don't blame some of you for not wanting to talk to me during the TSM party last year. I was whooping people so badly with my super duper spring loaded shooter skills that my scores may have been a bit intimidating!! I'll be sure not to showcase any type of prowess at the next get together. To show I'm just a regular guy, autographs will be available upon request. Contact my secretary (Don) for further details! :thumbsup2

Please form a line to the right. If you have a photopass card let me know so we can add your photos to it.

[corky441]

I don't blame some of you for not wanting to talk to me during the TSM party last year. I was whooping people so badly with my super duper spring loaded shooter skills that my scores may have been a bit intimidating!! I'll be sure not to showcase any type of prowess at the next get together. To show I'm just a regular guy, autographs will be available upon request. Contact my secretary (Don) for further details! :thumbsup2

That's IT ... I couldn't begin to come close to those scores, I felt so inadequate so I just found myself a corner to cry in. :sad:

I'll check with Don about getting one of those autographs. I know the line will be long, but it'll be worth the wait.

[dpuck1998]

I don't blame some of you for not wanting to talk to me during the TSM party last year. I was whooping people so badly with my super duper spring loaded shooter skills that my scores may have been a bit intimidating!! I'll be sure not to showcase any type of prowess at the next get together. To show I'm just a regular guy, autographs will be available upon request. Contact my secretary (Don) for further details! :thumbsup2

BTW, I want a raise....and I refuse to wear a skirt anymore!

[bigmoonmullen]

BTW, I want a raise....and I refuse to wear a skirt anymore!

This is so funny... At this point everyone MUST realize you guys are NUTS!!!:rotfl2: and that's part of your charm... so to speak!!!

Mark

[Launchpad11B]

That's IT ... I couldn't begin to come close to those scores, I felt so inadequate so I just found myself a corner to cry in. :sad:

I'll check with Don about getting one of those autographs. I know the line will be long, but it'll be worth the wait.

It's hard to be humble when you're a guy like me!

BTW, I want a raise....and I refuse to wear a skirt anymore!

For the last time, you have to wear clothes at work! Put your skirt back on!

[corky441]

BTW, I want a raise....and I refuse to wear a skirt anymore!



For the last time, you have to wear clothes at work! Put your skirt back on!

OMG - that almost sent coffee right out the nose :surfweb::lmao:

Note to self: no hot liquids when reading the boards

[klam_chowder]

Can I be in charge of the talent auditions?

Congrats Don - your counselling is really helping! :thumbsup2 Previously you would have asked to be in charge of the physicals :rotfl2: :rotfl2: :rotfl2:

cheers,
:flower3:

[OKW Lover]

Note to self: no hot liquids when reading the boards

No carbonated liquids either - the bubbles are the worst! :eek:

[kab407]

I don't blame some of you for not wanting to talk to me during the TSM party last year. I was whooping people so badly with my super duper spring loaded shooter skills that my scores may have been a bit intimidating!! I'll be sure not to showcase any type of prowess at the next get together. To show I'm just a regular guy, autographs will be available upon request. Contact my secretary (Don) for further details! :thumbsup2

Wives get front of the line access, correct?

Can I be in charge of the talent auditions?

Please form a line to the right. If you have a photopass card let me know so we can add your photos to it.

Can't breath ......:rotfl2::rotfl2::rotfl2::rotfl2::rotfl2:

[scarlett873]

I don't blame some of you for not wanting to talk to me during the TSM party last year. I was whooping people so badly with my super duper spring loaded shooter skills that my scores may have been a bit intimidating!! I'll be sure not to showcase any type of prowess at the next get together. To show I'm just a regular guy, autographs will be available upon request. Contact my secretary (Don) for further details! :thumbsup2Wives get front of the line privileges, right? I don't want to wait in that looooooooooooong line for an autograph of my DIS-DH...

[kab407]

GMTA Brandie!

[dpuck1998]

This is so funny... At this point everyone MUST realize you guys are NUTS!!!:rotfl2: and that's part of your charm... so to speak!!!

Mark

It's hard to be humble when you're a guy like me!

For the last time, you have to wear clothes at work! Put your skirt back on!

Make your own punchline from the above quotes! :rotfl2:

Congrats Don - your counselling is really helping! :thumbsup2 Previously you would have asked to be in charge of the physicals :rotfl2: :rotfl2: :rotfl2:

cheers,
:flower3:

Karen, I think you misunderstand. My audition process includes a pole and music....we must find quality talent!!

[scarlett873]

Karen, I think you misunderstand. My audition process includes a pole and music....we must find quality talent!!And that would be DIS-DH #2...i'm so proud...:lmao:

[dpuck1998]

And that would be DIS-DH #2...i'm so proud...:lmao:

So I'm number 2 ehh....didn't take long for me to get bumped from the top. (Good luck digging out of this hole ;) )

[scarlett873]

So I'm number 2 ehh....didn't take long for me to get bumped from the top. (Good luck digging out of this hole ;) )I was only referring to the fact that I have 2 DIS-DH's...no rankings...






But I could be persuaded to bump you to #1...please send diamonds...

[dpuck1998]

I was only referring to the fact that I have 2 DIS-DH's...no rankings...


But I could be persuaded to bump you to #1...please send diamonds...

http://z.about.com/d/cleveland/1/0/a/k/-/-/butterflybrooch.jpg

[Disneybridein2k3]

Please form a line to the right. If you have a photopass card let me know so we can add your photos to it.
Will you be in charge of the shared photopass cards when we all get home and email us from FB because of course that nonsense isn't allowed here silly. We wouldn't dream of breaking the rules....but will you be in charge anyway? :flower3: Wouldn't want to miss my one and only photopass opportunity of getting my PAUL IS THE MAN picture.

Karen, I think you misunderstand. My audition process includes a pole and music....we must find quality talent!!
Kevin -- this quote illustrates why we need tests! At least I only wanted to make sure they didn't scare too easily. Don wants them to do a pole dance! :rotfl:

[*NikkiBell*]

I am a bit jealous that only the wives get the goods...before Don twists that around I want to say that I mean diamonds. ;)

-sitting on cardboard box with cup out-

[dpuck1998]

I am a bit jealous that only the wives get the goods...before Don twists that around I want to say that I mean diamonds. ;)

-sitting on cardboard box with cup out-

I gave you triplets...what more could you ask? :rotfl2:

[shellyminnie]

I gave you triplets...what more could you ask? :rotfl2:

Poor Nikki :sad2: Three of you would be a handful!! :rotfl:

[*NikkiBell*]

ROFL! Don! You revealed the secret!!!!!!!!!!

[maroo]

Oh. My. Gosh.

You guys have me crying!!!!

[*NikkiBell*]

I hope you know I expect child support in the form of podcast cruises. :)

[DisneyKevin]

"Honey....what do you think about going on a Disney Cruise with the podcast gang?"


"Jeez....I'm not sure. What do they offer?"


"Oh lots of things. Public urination, pole dancing, polygamy, cross dressing, unwed-motherhood and Disney Princesses."

"Do they go to that special island?"

" Oh yes....and there will be a man in a skirt taking your picture with some guy with sore arms."

"Are tips included?"

"I'll have to ask"

[scarlett873]

"Honey....what do you think about going on a Disney Cruise with the podcast gang?"


"Jeez....I'm not sure. What do they offer?"


"Oh lots of things. Public urination, pole dancing, polygamy, cross dressing, unwed-motherhood and Disney Princesses."

"Do they go to that special island?"

" Oh yes....and there will be a man in a skirt taking your picture with some guy with sore arms."

"Are tips included?"

"I'll have to ask"
Yep...that about sums us up! :thumbsup2


:rotfl2::rotfl2::rotfl2::rotfl2:

[shellyminnie]

"Honey....what do you think about going on a Disney Cruise with the podcast gang?"


"Jeez....I'm not sure. What do they offer?"


"Oh lots of things. Public urination, pole dancing, polygamy, cross dressing, unwed-motherhood and Disney Princesses."

"Do they go to that special island?"

" Oh yes....and there will be a man in a skirt taking your picture with some guy with sore arms."

"Are tips included?"

"I'll have to ask"

:rotfl2::rotfl2::rotfl2::rotfl2::rotfl2::rotfl2:

Cleaning Diet coke off the screen now!! Thanks, Kevin! ;)

[*NikkiBell*]

:rotfl2::rotfl2::rotfl2::rotfl2::rotfl2: :thumbsup2 Go Kevin it's your bday go go go

You forgot one very important thing though...discussions about whether or not iPhones are good to buy. :lmao::rolleyes1

[kab407]

In that case, sign me up!

Oh wait. I'm already going. :)

[DVCsince02]

Congrats Don - your counselling is really helping! :thumbsup2 Previously you would have asked to be in charge of the physicals :rotfl2: :rotfl2: :rotfl2:

cheers,
:flower3:

:lmao::thumbsup2:lmao:

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Eh hem! Where are my diamonds......?:headache:

[*NikkiBell*]

Sorry, he needs to save his $$$ for the babies. ROFL

[mainegal]

:rotfl: OH MY!!!! :rotfl:

So THIS is what is meant my a hijacked thread? :rotfl2:

I promise, I am not bothered that you all have hijacked a thread that I started.

It is just the break of "funniness" that I need right now!
Thanks.

[Launchpad11B]

:rotfl: OH MY!!!! :rotfl:

So THIS is what is meant my a hijacked thread? :rotfl2:

I promise, I am not bothered that you all have hijacked a thread that I started.

It is just the break of "funniness" that I need right now!
Thanks.

This thread started to take a strange turn and was in desperate need of a hijack! :thumbsup2 Kevin's post covered the issue pretty thoroughly.

[SamIAm21]

I think Lou might have cruise envy if he knew how many people were booked on the DIS cruise. I know he did try to do a cruise a couple years ago with Margaret Kerry (Tinkerbell model), but I'm not sure if it happened or not.

I would love to do on the Disney Dream, but I don't know how realistic it would be to shoot for the inaugural cruise or shortly thereafter. I couldn't see DCL offering group space or discounts on it.

I was on the cruise that Lou Mongello sponsored back in November of 2007. It was fun, but there was a slight disappointment in that Margaret Kerry was not on board. She was having health problems and cancelled her sailing. The cruise was still a good time though.

Mousefest was always preceded by a cruise, at least as far back as I can remember??

I like the idea of us all being cousins. I love the DIS, there's no doubt and it's my "main" board, but I do go visiting the cousins on the weekends! I have to say that those guys from WDW Today are nearly as funny the roundtable...

[Mary Jo]

I'm not "new"...I'm OLD - and you all are YOUNG! I'll try to remember to get to chat earlier next Wednesday night so I can warm-up my fingers before everyone arrives! :lmao:

I thought that comment was funny, too. ;) I've known you for about as long as I've been on the boards, which has been for awhile now, and I remember those chats way back then when Marla had the cattle prod, and Carol painted her nails pink in the hot tub .... :teeth: fun times. I really hope you do make it on the cruise, Nancy, so we can chat in real time.

I briefly met most of the podcasters during the cruise, and it was really during DATW that I got to spend some quality time, and I wish I had jumped in their groups earlier. Everyone I met was welcoming, and it was because of my own inhibitions that I didn't get to know them earlier. Won't happen on PCC 2.0. :)

We didn't meet????? ;) No, I remember vividly sitting very nearby you right about when Todd was getting ready to pee on the floor after the martinis. Yup, we met. ::yes::

I have the picture to prove it, too.

Is that the origin of Todd's "don't pee on the parquet" story? :lmao:

Yup -- a group of us had an impromptu get-together in front of the Walt Disney theater, and it turned into an AskTracy session. As Todd took off for a brief break Tracy shouted that out to him. :rotfl:

"Honey....what do you think about going on a Disney Cruise with the podcast gang?"


"Jeez....I'm not sure. What do they offer?"


"Oh lots of things. Public urination, pole dancing, polygamy, cross dressing, unwed-motherhood and Disney Princesses."

"Do they go to that special island?"

" Oh yes....and there will be a man in a skirt taking your picture with some guy with sore arms."

"Are tips included?"

"I'll have to ask"

Well, Kevin, when you put it like that. :lmao::lmao: :rotfl2::rotfl2:

[NancyIL]

I thought that comment was funny, too. ;) I've known you for about as long as I've been on the boards, which has been for awhile now, and I remember those chats way back then when Marla had the cattle prod, and Carol painted her nails pink in the hot tub .... :teeth: fun times. I really hope you do make it on the cruise, Nancy, so we can chat in real time.

I briefly met most of the podcasters during the cruise, and it was really during DATW that I got to spend some quality time, and I wish I had jumped in their groups earlier. Everyone I met was welcoming, and it was because of my own inhibitions that I didn't get to know them earlier. Won't happen on PCC 2.0. :)

I have the picture to prove it, too.

Yup -- a group of us had an impromptu get-together in front of the Walt Disney theater, and it turned into an AskTracy session. As Todd took off for a brief break Tracy shouted that out to him. :rotfl:



So that's the "don't pee on the parquet" story...thanks! :lmao:

Mary Jo - it seems like we met in person long ago. Were you at DIS-Con I (2001) or II (2002)? Yes - Sat. night in the old chat room was quite wild. Remember WillyJ and his Nyquil?! I went to Sat. night chat a week ago, and they talked about...trip planning! :teeth:

I'll be at WDW in Dec. during DAP, and I will try to get to a DIS event. It shouldn't be difficult to find the DIS folks at DATW!