Nov. 28, 2009 Western - Post Thanksgiving Relaxation Cruise

[Eeyore'sthebest]

Okay everyone, this is a new thread. Hopefully everyone that has been afraid to post will come out of the woodwork.

So we have 31 days before the cruise sets sail. Who's sailing with us?

I'll start. I'm Allison, cruising with my DH Mark and our 9 yo DD Mackenzie.
And we can't wait to get on board!!! :cool1::cool1:

[Disneyholic]

Thanks Allison.

I'm Bev and DH, Jim, & I will be on this cruise.:goodvibes

[Eeyore'sthebest]

Hey Bev. My DD looked at your dog's picture the other day and said "Wow that looks just like our BC!! It could be his sister." I told her that I had already asked about it because it looks so much like ours. :goodvibes

I think I will need to bring a picture of our pooch along to show you. :)

Oh and for any new posters or lurkers. There are only 2 people on the cruise that know each other (sisters - Steph and Jen). The rest of us have never met but love to chat. So come and chat with us and don't be shy! :)

[Disneyholic]

I sent a note to mommasita (Cruise Meet Board Moderator) to have us added to the meet list for our date. Don't know if this was done yet.

[Disneyholic]

Hey Bev. My DD looked at your dog's picture the other day and said "Wow that looks just like our BC!! It could be his sister." I told her that I had already asked about it because it looks so much like ours. :goodvibes

I think I will need to bring a picture of our pooch along to show you. :)

Oh and for any new posters or lurkers. There are only 2 people on the cruise that know each other (sisters - Steph and Jen). The rest of us have never met but love to chat. So come and chat with us and don't be shy! :)

Where did you get him & how old is he?

[Disneyholic]

Copy your GTKY from the old thread and paste it to a new post on this thread so any new people can GTKY, Get To Know You, too.

General GTKY…
1. Where do you live? Catasauqua, PA

2. Are you married? How long? Yes, 37 years

3. Do you have any children? Ages? Yes, DD 36, DS 22

4. Do you have any pets?Yes. 1 Dog (miniature Border Collie/Black Lab mix), 4 cats

5. What do you do for a living? Work? Stay at home? Hairstylist

6. What is your favorite movie? Somewhere in Time (Jane Seymour & Christopher Reeve)

7. What is your favorite book? Anything StarTrek

8. What is/are your favorite TV show(s)? CSI's, Law & Orders, Trauma, anything medical or criminal. Also, American Idol & America's Got Talent. (DD's DH is a city Cop, DD is a College Cop & studying Forensic Psychology, DS is Security at the new Sands Casino in Bethlehem, PA and wants to be a Cop someday too and DH & I used to be EMT's on a volunteer ambulance corps)

9. What is your favorite food? Shrimp

10. What type of music do you listen to? Do you have a favorite group/singer/band etc.?John Denver, Barry Manilow, 50's, 60's & 70's music and few new groups. Basically easy listening.

11. Where did you do your schooling from? High School - Freedom High, Bethlehem, PA. After that I went to Allentown School of Cosmetology, took my boards and got my license.

12. Do you like sports? What's your favorite football team? Ice Hockey. Whatever team my son plays on. Not into football myself, but DH likes the Dolphins.

13. How many siblings do you have? 3 older brothers

14. Did you always want to be a XXX? (your profession) I always enjoyed working with hair, but in 7th grade I wanted to be a nurse, but then I realized how many years of additional school I would need and went with Hairdressing instead. Did get a little fix the years I worked as an EMT though.

15. What do you like to do in your spare time? Sewing, Knitting, Crocheting and other crafts. I'm also pretty handy with tools. Just finished painting DS former room, laid parquette flooring and cut all the moulding for around the floor. DH had to drill and hammer it in because I just don't have the strength for that. (It was Oak moulding)

16. Any interesting places that you've traveled to lately? Bahamas last year on the cruise and in 2004 I went to London with DH when he went there for work. Want to go back there someday.

17. Any particular cuisines or dishes that you like the most? Pennsylvania Dutch

18. What is your attitude when it comes to money? Are you a spender or a saver? Both, save, then spend.

19. What does your name mean? Don't laugh, literally translated it means "Beaver Meadow"

20. When is your birthday? November 28 (first day of the cruise)

21. What is your zodiac sign? Saggitarius

22. What are your preferences when it comes to clothes and fashion? mosty casual, but love to dress up too

23. Are you an introvert or an extrovert? Introvert, at least until I get to know you.

24. Are you an outdoors person? yes. We have camped quite a bit, Canada included. Love to swim, but can't stand the sun & heat.

25. Are you an adventurous person by nature or do you prefer playing it safe? adventurous. I ride my own motorcycle (a Yamaha Virago 250). DH & DS also ride. I am not a good passenger though.

26. How was your childhood like? With 3 older brothers it was rough. I didn't have the kind of protective brothers that others had. Mine would just as soon help pick on me than help me. It's gotten better over the years since we've all grown up.

27. Post a recent picture of yourself....:) http://i336.photobucket.com/albums/n324/disneyholic13/MyPictures.jpg

[jd99]

Found you. You can't hide from me! :lmao: So glad that we are doing this since it may help to bring others out of the woodwork. Come out come out whereever you are.

I'm Jeff, sailing with DW Mina and DD Elizabeth (11) and DD Emily (5).

[Griffith6]

We are a family of 6 and looking forward to our first disney cruise - we are surprising the kids and hoping to pull it off until we are at the port. The only tricky part is we have to travel from Southern California to Orlando on Friday (11/27) which may be hard to do without answering questions as to exactly where we are going!! Thinking we will tell them daddy has a business trip in Florida so it sounds kind of boring. Can't WAIT to see how excited they are (and me too!) when we board the ship!!!

We have three girls (ages almost 9, 7 and 4) and one son (age 3).

Looking forward to a fun family week - just hoping nobody gets seasick!!

Debbie

[Disneyholic]

Here are the original questions for anyone who hasn't posted yet.

Originally posted by DisneyMommaSteph (http://www.disboards.com/member.php?u=254154)
Just copy and paste, and fill in your answers. Come on....it'll be FUN! Lurkers...this is the perfect time to JUMP IN!

General GTKY…
1. Where do you live?

2. Are you married? How long?

3. Do you have any children? Ages?

4. Do you have any pets?

5. What do you do for a living? Work? Stay at home?

6. What is your favorite movie?

7. What is your favorite book?

8. What is/are your favorite TV show(s)?

9. What is your favorite food?

10. What type of music do you listen to? Do you have a favorite group/singer/band etc.?

11. Where did you do your schooling from?

12. Do you like sports? What's your favorite football team?

13. How many siblings do you have?

14. Did you always want to be a XXX? (your profession)

15. What do you like to do in your spare time?

16. Any interesting places that you've traveled to lately?

17. Any particular cuisines or dishes that you like the most?

18. What is your attitude when it comes to money? Are you a spender or a saver?

19. What does your name mean?

20. When is your birthday?

21. What is your zodiac sign?

22. What are your preferences when it comes to clothes and fashion?

23. Are you an introvert or an extrovert?

24. Are you an outdoors person?

25. Are you an adventurous person by nature or do you prefer playing it safe?

26. How was your childhood like?

27. Post a recent picture of yourself....:)

[Eeyore'sthebest]

I sent a note to mommasita (Cruise Meet Board Moderator) to have us added to the meet listfor our date. Don't know if this was done yet.
I asked MJ to do it but she didn't so I'm glad you sent another note.
Where did you get him & how old is he? Ours is a full border collie that we got from a rescue group 3 years ago now. So he is probably around 4.5 years old. He and his sister were abandoned in an apartment in Pittsburgh. The neighbors called immediately and got them picked up. The sister was adopted out of the shelter in Pitts. and mine ended up at Glen Highland Farm in upstate NY. They are a BC rescue group. He's an amazing dog and he even plays hide and seek. Dopey dog. :goodvibes

I'll try to copy/paste my GTKY piece from the other thread.

[Eeyore'sthebest]

Found you. You can't hide from me! :lmao:
Oh crap! You found us!! :headache: :rotfl2: :rotfl2:

[Disneyholic]

I asked MJ to do it but she didn't so I'm glad you sent another note.
Ours is a full border collie that we got from a rescue group 3 years ago now. So he is probably around 4.5 years old. He and his sister were abandoned in an apartment in Pittsburgh. The neighbors called immediately and got them picked up. The sister was adopted out of the shelter in Pitts. and mine ended up at Glen Highland Farm in upstate NY. They are a BC rescue group. He's an amazing dog and he even plays hide and seek. Dopey dog. :goodvibes

I'll try to copy/paste my GTKY piece from the other thread.

quote-jd99 - Found you. You can't hide from me!

Oh crap! You found us!! :headache: :rotfl2: :rotfl2:

Talking about hide and seek, We hide & Jeff seeks.:lmao:

[mmouse37]

Hey Guys...I am going to close the other thread. I also created a link in the roll call sticky thread that will bring you to this thread!! Anyone looking for the 11/28/09 lastest thread should have no problem in finding it.

Have a great cruise!!

MJ

[Eeyore'sthebest]

Hey Guys...I am going to close the other thread. I also created a link in the roll call sticky thread that will bring you to this thread!! Anyone looking for the 11/28/09 lastest thread should have no problem in finding it.

Have a great cruise!!

MJThanks MJ!!!

[Disneyholic]

Just checked it out and we are marked as a new thread starting today. Less confusion. Thanks MJ.

[Eeyore'sthebest]

Wow - My copy/paste actually worked!!

General GTKY…
1. Where do you live?
Beautiful, scenic New Jersey. And yes, there are beautiful sections of Jersey so stop laughing.
2. Are you married? How long?
Married 11 years this past March but together over 15.
3. Do you have any children? Ages?
We have one beautiful DD together, aged 9. I have 3 stepdaughters (30, 21, and 19) and one GD, 6.
4. Do you have any pets?
Oh honey, we have a house full. I recommend never marrying someone who is as big an animal lover as you. We have 3 dogs - 1 rescue Border Collie, 1 puggle (dumb as a brick), and one mutt from the shelter (part Australian Cattle dog and part hound dog we think). The last one is smart but all puppy and has a hard time controlling herself.
Let's not forget the kitties. We have 2 regular old housecats and have captured the ferral kittens that were birthed in the backyard of the abandoned house across the street. They have been living in our bedroom. DH keeps threatening to send them to the pound but he adores them and plays with the one all the time. The white one is coming around but the little black one is still very skittish. DD has named them so I believe that brings the total cat count to 4.
And let's not forget the hermit crabs. Last I checked, we had 4. That reminds me that I need to clean their cage. Hmm, maybe tonight. So is it any wonder that DD wants to be a veterinarian.
5. What do you do for a living? Work? Stay at home?
We have reversed roles in our home. DH is disabled and is the SAHD. Of course they found out at school that he can fix, repair or build anything so he is there frequently "volunteering".
I work in the financial services industry as a Compliance Officer for the Commodities Trading Division for a large foreign bank.
6. What is your favorite movie?
The Wizard of Oz.
7. What is your favorite book?
Hmm, not really sure I have a favorite. I like romance novels because I have a long train ride and they let me zone out. I like the Sookie Stackhouse series (True Blood). I also have gotten into the numerous vampire series that are popping up all over. Well, except for Twilight. Do I really care about teenage angst???
8. What is/are your favorite TV show(s)?
House, House and more House. DH loves this show so it is on constantly. We watch NCIS, the Mentalist, Monk. Guess you can see a pattern here.
9. What is your favorite food?
Anything chocolately or sweet.
10. What type of music do you listen to? Do you have a favorite group/singer/band etc.?
I'm a Jersey girl so obviously I love The Boss (Springsteen for those that don't know), U2, and Pink.
11. Where did you do your schooling from?
Got my BA from Drew University in Madison, NJ and my MBA from LaSalle University in Philly.
12. Do you like sports? What's your favorite football team?
I don't really watch professional sports any more. I don't have the time.
13. How many siblings do you have?
2 sisters, one older and one younger.
14. Did you always want to be a XXX? (your profession)
I still haven't figured out what I want to be when I grow up. I'll keep you posted though.
15. What do you like to do in your spare time?
Who has spare time?? Seriously though I volunteer at DD's school as much as possible and I'm a GS leader. And we love to travel to Disney.
16. Any interesting places that you've traveled to lately?
We did the Eastern Carribbean cruise earlier in the year and loved it.
17. Any particular cuisines or dishes that you like the most?
Eggplant and scallops but not at the same time.
18. What is your attitude when it comes to money? Are you a spender or a saver?
I like to be a saver but somehow always end up a spender. I've got to work on that.
19. What does your name mean?
No idea and I'm too lazy to Wiki.
20. When is your birthday?
September 26th but you're not getting the year!!
21. What is your zodiac sign?
That makes me a Libra.
22. What are your preferences when it comes to clothes and fashion?
Now that I've lost weight I love to shop. Ann Taylor Loft is my favorite.
23. Are you an introvert or an extrovert?
I'd probably say introvert but after answering this I certainly feel quite extroverted. Is that a word?
24. Are you an outdoors person?
Yep. Love to camp and hike.
25. Are you an adventurous person by nature or do you prefer playing it safe?
Somewhat on the safe side but more adventerous than DH.
26. How was your childhood like?
Sweet. DM was a SAHM. GM lived with us. We camped every summer in ME and loved it.
27. Post a recent picture of yourself.... Hmm, let's see if I can copy that from the other thread.

[jd99]

Here is me:

General GTKY…
1. Where do you live? Sewickley PA (a suburb of Pittsburgh)

2. Are you married? How long? Yep 15 best years of my life!

3. Do you have any children? Ages? - two DDs - 11 and 5 1/2

4. Do you have any pets? A nearly six year old goldfish - Nemo

5. What do you do for a living? Work? Stay at home? I own my own PR business and work out of my home.

6. What is your favorite movie? Animal House, Christmas Vacation

7. What is your favorite book? anything by Jonathan Kellerman or James Patterson


8. What is/are your favorite TV show(s)? Lost, the Big Bang Theory

9. What is your favorite food? Pizza

10. What type of music do you listen to? Do you have a favorite group/singer/band etc.? - I listen to news talk (what a geek)

11. Where did you do your schooling from? Bachelor's from U of Pittsburgh and master's from Ohio University

12. Do you like sports? What's your favorite football team? College sports yes, pro sports no Pitt Panther football and basketball are what I follow.

13. How many siblings do you have? 2

14. Did you always want to be a XXX? (your profession) Nope. I was going to be the next great sports writer. Then I realized I needed to make money.

15. What do you like to do in your spare time? Travel, travel and travel. I work out a lot but I don't "like" to do that so much anymore.

16. Any interesting places that you've traveled to lately? 3-island Hawaii trip last summer.

17. Any particular cuisines or dishes that you like the most? italian

18. What is your attitude when it comes to money? Are you a spender or a saver? spend spend spend. We only have one life. Enjoy.

19. What does your name mean? no clue

20. When is your birthday? July 4 Yep. I'm a Yankee Doodle Dandy

21. What is your zodiac sign? Cancer

22. What are your preferences when it comes to clothes and fashion?
Casual

23. Are you an introvert or an extrovert?
Introvert by far

24. Are you an outdoors person?
No way.

25. Are you an adventurous person by nature or do you prefer playing it safe?
The older I get the more adventurous I've gotten.

26. How was your childhood like? 1960s TV show

27. Post a recent picture of yourself....

http://i84.photobucket.com/albums/k7/jeffd99/IMG_1632.jpg

[Disneyholic]

20. When is your birthday? July 4 Yep. I'm a Yankee Doodle Dandy


And I'm a Thanksgiving Turkey some years.

[Disneyholic]

Alison is a given name (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Given_name) for a female (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Female). It was originally a medieval (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Middle_Ages) Norman (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Norman_language) nickname (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nickname) for Alice (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alice_(given_name)), meaning "truth," "noble,"[1] (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alison_(name)#cite_note-0) or "noble type."


Jeffrey is a common English name. It is most commonly spelled as Jeffrey, but sometimes spelled with one f as in Jefrey. The name Geoffrey is the precursor to Jeffrey, and Godfrey in turn a precursor to that, from the German "Gottfried," meaning "God's peace" or "Divine peace."

[keenercam]

Hi, everyone! I am so glad to see you've accomplished what I tried a little while ago. I do think we may see others posting here on a thread that is a bit less overwhelming. :)

As for introductions,

I am Cam and my DH is Howard. We are doing this cruise without our DD21 and DS16 as both will be in the midst of preparing for finals (college and high school). We are travelling in connecting cabins with our dear friends Judy and Charlie. Howard and I have done the Magic Western 2 times previously and Eastern once. We have also sailed on the Wonder twice. We love Disney cruises!

Looking forward to getting to know everyone better in the next month.

[Duck Addict]

Took me a few minutes to find mine to copy

1. Where do you live?
Northern California

2. Are you married? How long?
Never Been

3. Do you have any children? Ages?
None that I know of

Do you have any pets?
One wonderful cat, Phantom, 12+ (not sure of age when I adopted him at pound)

5. What do you do for a living? Work? Stay at home?
Retired
Trained/licensed as an attorney, but worked in property taxes for 27 years

6. What is your favorite movie?
Any of the old musicals (Oklahoma, South Pacific etc)

7. What is your favorite book?
Westerns based in the Mountain man era

8. What is/are your favorite TV show(s)?
Almost anything of food network or travel channel

9. What is your favorite food?
Key lime pie. (Come on Key West )

10. What type of music do you listen to?
50's and 60's rock (yes I am that old )

11. Where did you do your schooling from?
California State University-BA in Biology
McGeorge School of Law, University of the Pacific JD in Jurisprudence

12. Do you like sports? What's your favorite football team?
Favorite Sport is Hockey
Favorite football team- Go Niners

13. How many siblings do you have?
One older brother

14. Did you always want to be a XXX? (your profession)
Was going to practice law, but it did not really suit me when I went into practice, so I got a job doing real estate appraising and stuck with it

15. What do you like to do in your spare time?
Go to the gym. Do Charity work. Do Disney

16. Any interesting places that you've traveled to lately?
Not lately (Nassau is not that interesting )
Going to Alaska next year.(Cruise)

17. Any particular cuisines or dishes that you like the most?
Good food of any cuisine. That is why I love WDW.

18. What is your attitude when it comes to money? Are you a spender or a saver?
I tend to spend, so I force my self to save. Since my income is now locked as a retiree.... I don't even book until I have the money to pay for it :no:

19. What does your name mean?
Not sure - not really into that.

20. When is your birthday?
April 10

21. What is your zodiac sign?
Aries

22. What are your preferences when it comes to clothes and fashion?
Totally casual year. Polo shirt and jeans or shorts depending on the season.


23. Are you an introvert or an extrovert?
Introvert. I love to be with other people and love that. But I don't always reveal myself easilly.

24. Are you an outdoors person?
Somewhat.

25. Are you an adventurous person by nature or do you prefer playing it safe?
Adventurous for sure

26. How was your childhood like?
Normal

27. Post a recent picture of yourself
Well, I don't have anything out on the internet so don't know how to insert a picture

[DisneyCrunch]

Here's my GTKY, maybe I'll come up with a new one once the dust settles...

THANKS FOR THE NEW THREAD!!!! :goodvibes

General GTKY…
1. Where do you live?
Vermont

2. Are you married? How long?
Just celebrated our 10th wedding anniversary last friday.

3. Do you have any children? Ages?
3 kids, 10 year old girl, 7 year old boy, 5 year old girl.

4. Do you have any pets?
A dog that was a pkg deal with my husband. I'm so evil--I'm NOT a dog person--she's 13 and I joke that it will be just my luck to be the owner of the Guiness Book of World Records "oldest dog". I have a cat--Swiper--who I adore. I can't help it--I'm a cat person not a dog person.

5. What do you do for a living? Work? Stay at home?
I'm a stay at home mom but all my kids go to school now.

6. What is your favorite movie?
Princess Bride. I don't typically like kids' movies but I'm dying for Where the Wild Things Are. If it's half as good as the trailers make it looks it might be my new favorite

7. What is your favorite book?
A Trip to the Stars by Nicholas Christopher.

8. What is/are your favorite TV show(s)?
My favorite ever is 6 Feet Under, then Freaks and Geeks. I watch Desperate Housewives every week as well as Grey's Anatomy. I love to hate the shows that follow those too--Private Practice and Brothers and Sisters. We're watching Weeds through Netflix right now.

9. What is your favorite food?
Cheesecake?

10. What type of music do you listen to? Do you have a favorite group/singer/band etc.?
I mostly listen to hippie music--Grateful Dead tops it all. Spent years of my life following Phish. Most likely to end up on the digital audio player these days: Wilco or Radiohead...I do branch out a bit and consider my musical taste pretty diverse.

11. Where did you do your schooling from?
Went to three different colleges for undergrad and graduated from Goddard College. Went back and got my MA there as well.

12. Do you like sports? What's your favorite football team?
Not big on sports EXCEPT I'm a total freak for professional baseball--Go Red Sox (or NOT this year anymore ) IF I HAD to pick a football team I'd be a Patriots fan but honestly I despise football.

13. How many siblings do you have?
Just Steph!

14. Did you always want to be a XXX? (your profession)
I always wanted to be a stay at home mom. I want a job in software testing but I have no experience and my degree is in Philosophy of Education. When my kids are bigger I'll pursue homebirth midwifery--my TRUE passion.

15. What do you like to do in your spare time?
Listen to music, see live music, play on the computer, bike, canoe...???

16. Any interesting places that you've traveled to lately?
We did DC this summer and we had a BLAST!!!

17. Any particular cuisines or dishes that you like the most?
I tend towards Mediterranean flavors:feta, olives, sundried tomatoes...I love good Thai food but in VT that's an oxymoron it seems...

18. What is your attitude when it comes to money? Are you a spender or a saver?
Neither. I'm afraid of money. I try really hard to ignore it.

19. What does your name mean?
It means I'm a female born in the mid 70's

20. When is your birthday?
Feb 1

21. What is your zodiac sign?
Aquarius

22. What are your preferences when it comes to clothes and fashion?
To wear what's comfortable. If I had to shop at only one store for the rest of my life it'd be a sporting goods store even though I'm not the least bit sporty.

23. Are you an introvert or an extrovert?
Very introverted but I've learned the skills of an extrovert over the years--still really wears me out though.

24. Are you an outdoors person?
Somewhat. I like to snowboard, take easy hikes with the kids, canoe, sail, bike, garden...but I'm not a super outdoorsy type either.

25. Are you an adventurous person by nature or do you prefer playing it safe?
Depends. I'm a nervous nelly but I love new experiences too...

26. How was your childhood like?
Excellent. I hated school but home was good.

27. Post a recent picture of yourself....
hrm, I'll try but I don't know what's uploaded on my photobucket right now....might be random!

[shellfish_mickfish]

Here is my GTKY! This is our 1st Cruise. I, Shelley will be traveling with DH-Patrick and 2 DD's (almost 8 and 5). Welcome everyone!

General GTKY…
1. Where do you live?
Minnesota

2. Are you married? How long?
Yes - 9 years

3. Do you have any children? Ages?
Two girls 8 (in Dec) and 5

4. Do you have any pets?
Two Black Labs - Doc-3 & Bud-4 (Rescue Dog)

5. What do you do for a living? Work? Stay at home?
Telecommunications

6. What is your favorite movie?
Agree - Sound of Music

7. What is your favorite book?
Any books that help me deal with my difficult daughter

8. What is/are your favorite TV show(s)?
Now we are talking! Survivor, Dancing With The Stars, Amazing Race, CSI-LV or CSI-NY, Samantha Who?, Project Runway, The Mentalist, Big Bang Theory, Criminal Minds.....O.K. It would probably be easier to tell you what I don't watch. Hunting or car shows or any house reality shows (Housewives of XXX, etc)

9. What is your favorite food?
Don't really have a favorite. I like most foods.

10. What type of music do you listen to? Do you have a favorite group/singer/band etc.?
Again....now we are talking! Music is a HUGE part of my life. I listen to everything except Classical & Heavy Metal.

11. Where did you do your schooling from?
Cardinal Stritch College

12. Do you like sports? What's your favorite football team?
Not really. Do like watching Brett Favre and LOVE the rivalry between the Packers & Vikings

13. How many siblings do you have?
One younger brother

14. Did you always want to be a XXX? (your profession)
Nope. Just evolved into it through various jobs.

15. What do you like to do in your spare time?
Upload music to my iPod, surf the net while watching my DVR TV Shows. I also bowl on a league in the winter and golf in the summer. ALL of course in between raising children and working.

16. Any interesting places that you've traveled to lately?
NO!! That's why we are going on this cruise!

17. Any particular cuisines or dishes that you like the most?
I'd have to say Chinese or Italian since we don't have that very much.

18. What is your attitude when it comes to money? Are you a spender or a saver?
I RARELY pay full price for anything but yet I can't seem to save either!

19. What does your name mean?
Not sure - not really into that. Maybe someone else can tell me - Shelley

20. When is your birthday?
March 26

21. What is your zodiac sign?
Aries

22. What are your preferences when it comes to clothes and fashion?
I like to dress up. I even try to dress up jeans but usually wear sweats on the weekends.

23. Are you an introvert or an extrovert?
Extrovert! Happy to start talking to you and telling you who I am and what I'm all about!

24. Are you an outdoors person?
Agree...kind of have to be when you live in the northern part of the states.

25. Are you an adventurous person by nature or do you prefer playing it safe?
Adventurous for sure

26. How was your childhood like?
Normal

27. Post a recent picture of yourself....[/quote]
Well, I don't have anything out on the internet so don't know how to insert a picture.

[Disneyholic]

SHELLEY

Gender: Feminine & Masculine
Usage: English (http://www.behindthename.com/nmc/eng.php) Pronounced: SHEL-ee [key] (http://www.behindthename.com/pronunciation.php)

From a surname which was originally derived from a place name meaning "clearing on a bank" in Old English (http://www.behindthename.com/glossary/view/old_english). Two famous bearers of the surname were Percy Bysshe Shelley (1792-1822), a romantic poet whose works include 'Adonais' and 'Ozymandias', and Mary Shelley (1797-1851), his wife, the author of the horror story 'Frankenstein'. As a feminine given name, it came into general use after the 1940s.

[Disneyholic]

Jennifer is a female (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Female) given name (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Given_name); it became a common first name for females in English-speaking countries during the 20th century. The name Jennifer is a Cornish (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cornish_language) variant of Guinevere (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Guinevere),[1] (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jennifer_(given_name)#cite_note-p332-0) which is a Norman (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Norman_language)-derived Middle English (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Middle_English) form of the Old Welsh (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Old_Welsh) Gwenhwyfar (gwen: white, fair + hwyfar: smooth, soft).[2] (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jennifer_(given_name)#cite_note-p276-1) Despite the name's similarity to the Old English words jenefer, genefer and jinifer, which were all variants of Juniper (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Juniper_(given_name)) and used to describe the juniper tree,[3] (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jennifer_(given_name)#cite_note-2) there is no evidence that it was derived from these.[citation needed (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia:Citation_needed)]
The name has been in use since the 18th century.[1] (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jennifer_(given_name)#cite_note-p332-0) Before 1906 the name was fairly uncommon, but it became popular after George Bernard Shaw (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/George_Bernard_Shaw) used it for the main female character in The Doctor's Dilemma (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Doctor%27s_Dilemma).[citation needed (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia:Citation_needed)] It gained even more popularity in the 1970s. Though its popularity is often attributed to the novel (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Love_Story_(novel)) and film Love Story (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Love_Story_(1970_film)),[citation needed (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia:Citation_needed)] Jennifer was already the number 3 name given to baby girls in the United States (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/United_States) in 1969, the year before the book and movie were released. Jennifer was the single most popular name for American girls from 1970 to 1984.[4] (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jennifer_(given_name)#cite_note-3) It is also popular for Hispanic (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hispanic) females. Since the early 1990s it has remained common, but considerably less so. Diminutives include Jen (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jen) (Jenn), Jenny (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jenny_(given_name)) (Jennie, Jenni), and Jenna (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jenna).
In contrast, "Guinevere (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Guinevere)" itself is at present a rather rare first name, considered "old-fashioned" - a fate shared with "Lancelot (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lancelot)" and other Arthurian names (except for that of Arthur (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Arthur) himself, still very common and popular).
The protagonist in the 1938 novel "Miss Pettigrew Lives for a Day (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Miss_Pettigrew_Lives_for_a_Day)" is very self-conscious about being named "Guinevere", which goes along with her being depicted as an unworldly curate's daughter who wears old-fashioned clothing and is very confused and intimidated by the world of 1930's London.

[suzannecat]

We're a family of 4, myself and hubby Joe, plus DS 11 and DD 7. Joe & I took David on a Disney cruise back in 1991 when he was only , so it's been a while. And since I was pregnant with Eliana at the time, this will be her first actual cruise ever. Here's our copied GTKY:

General GTKY…
1. Where do you live?
about an hour north of Manhattan

2. Are you married? How long?
Married 15 years this past June, together 20.

3. Do you have any children? Ages?
We have an 11 year old son and a 7 year old daughter.

4. Do you have any pets?
2 rescue cats- Peaches and Poco. Poco is a tiny little thing with megaesophagus, a lovebug but a ton of work...

5. What do you do for a living? Work? Stay at home?
My background is in Human Genetics, but I've been a SAHM for most of the past 11 years. I do a lot with our PTA and run their Arts in Ed Committee

6. What is your favorite movie?
The Sound of Music

7. What is your favorite book?
Hmm...that's a hard one. I love to read.

8. What is/are your favorite TV show(s)?
The Amazing Race. The Big Bang Theory (that's the geek in me talking).

9. What is your favorite food?
Cheesecake. Strike that. Chocolate cheesecake.

10. What type of music do you listen to? Do you have a favorite group/singer/band etc.?
I like Broadway music best but also Billy Joel, Elton John, folk music, mostly that sort of thing. And PDQ Bach (there's that geek in me, again).

11. Where did you do your schooling from?
I graduated from Brandeis after spending my freshman year abroad at a college in Switzerland. Then grad school in NYC for Genetics, but I left after 7 years before finishing. Long story.

12. Do you like sports? What's your favorite football team?
Ick, sports.

13. How many siblings do you have?
One little sister (not so little now I guess).

14. Did you always want to be a XXX? (your profession)
I always figured I'd be a scientist. I didn't count on hating it so much.

15. What do you like to do in your spare time?
Read, go online (I love online word games like Word Twist and Scramble)

16. Any interesting places that you've traveled to lately?
My best friend and I went to Switzerland and Italy for our 40th(s) this past spring.

17. Any particular cuisines or dishes that you like the most?
I love Greek food.

18. What is your attitude when it comes to money? Are you a spender or a saver?
Honestly, I'd have to admit to being a spender, but I do try to save too, or at least get bargains.

19. What does your name mean?
Lily
20. When is your birthday?
Nov. 9

21. What is your zodiac sign?
Scorpio

22. What are your preferences when it comes to clothes and fashion?
Casual- jeans and a sweater, crocs.

23. Are you an introvert or an extrovert?
Introvert.

24. Are you an outdoors person?
Outdoors... Also "ick". But the rest of the family likes the outdoors so I go along :^)

25. Are you an adventurous person by nature or do you prefer playing it safe?
A little of each.

26. How was your childhood like?
Ummm, normal. Ish.

27. Post a recent picture of yourself....http://64.136.20.22/2420190_m.JPG

[erin2470]

General GTKY…
1. Where do you live?
Mississauga, Ontario

2. Are you married? How long?
Not married, going with my BFF and her daughter.
3. Do you have any children? Ages?
Bringing my niece 5 yrs old, turning 6 on the cruise.
4. Do you have any pets?
We have just gotten a fish - rainbow, hoping that appeases her, because she desperately wants a dog, and we can't agree on what type of dog, haha.

5. What do you do for a living? Work? Stay at home?
I'm a test manager at a telacommunications company, who's job is being offshored this month, so it might be time for a new career, the world is now my oyster
6. What is your favorite movie?
I would say the Die Hard movies, have watched them over and over again.
7. What is your favorite book?
In the midnight rain, by ruth wind
8. What is/are your favorite TV show(s)?
Ah love reality tv, and drama's...can't choose, Top Chef right now, can't wait for Lost to come back.
9. What is your favorite food?
Oh Perogiessssssssssssssss
10. What type of music do you listen to? Do you have a favorite group/singer/band etc.?
Listen to all types of music, but Jann Arden would have to be a favorite
11. Where did you do your schooling from?
not sure what this means, I went to the University of New Brunswick.
12. Do you like sports? What's your favorite football team?
sports, well lets just say not really, trying to improve upon that, and every Olympics I watch and say I'm going to get into something, and then another couple of years go by.
13. How many siblings do you have?
Two great siblings I'm the oldest have a brother and sister.
14. Did you always want to be a XXX? (your profession)
Ah nope I just rolled into this job and have no clue about it. My dream job would to be a Midwife.
15. What do you like to do in your spare time?
Movies, reading, and strangely enough organizing
16. Any interesting places that you've traveled to lately?
Last trip was Vegas in January had a great time, hoping to go to europe soon.
17. Any particular cuisines or dishes that you like the most?
Love Thai food, but give me a great burger and fries and I'm in heaven.
18. What is your attitude when it comes to money? Are you a spender or a saver?
Way too much of a spender, but after getting myself debt free too years ago, I do much better with saving up what I need first before buying.
19. What does your name mean?
Ireland
20. When is your birthday?
Oct 24
21. What is your zodiac sign?
Scorpio
22. What are your preferences when it comes to clothes and fashion?
Casual
23. Are you an introvert or an extrovert?
In between actually, I'll tend to hold back till I get to know you.
24. Are you an outdoors person?
I do enjoy the outdoors, get all four seasons here, so have to get into it.
25. Are you an adventurous person by nature or do you prefer playing it safe?
No I play it safe, once in a while bursting out and trying something.
26. How was your childhood like?
Well that would take years of explaining, but in the end when I look back at it, it wasn't as bad as I thought, and what the heck I'm a pretty good person so something right must have been done

[Eeyore'sthebest]

Erin,
I never noticed your favorite food is pierogies. You would do well in my town as its quite Polish. We even have Polish priests. :goodvibes The older ladies at church get together and make pierogies and sell them after mass. The younger ones are only allowed to pinch the dough closed. You are never allowed to be part of the "secret recipe" group if you're under 60. :rotfl2: We just had a whole conversation on pierogies at school last night and where to get the best ones. :goodvibes

[erin2470]

Oh man you are so lucky. It is the perfect food, you need to get in and get the secret receipe and share, mmmmmm I could taste them now.:thumbsup2

[Eeyore'sthebest]

Oh man you are so lucky. It is the perfect food, you need to get in and get the secret receipe and share, mmmmmm I could taste them now.:thumbsup2I've got a friend that's lived in town all her life. She's pushing 50, actively involved in town and church. And she is still only allowed to "pinch". Guess she hasn't proven herself yet. :rotfl2:

[Eeyore'sthebest]

Does everyone realize that one month from today we will be on the boat?!!!! :cool1::cool1::cool1::cool1::cool1:

[DisneyMommaSteph]

i LOVE our new thred! Come on out everyone! If you're on this cruise...we want to meet you. It'll be fun! Like the others said, everyone posting met on this board (well I met my sister Jen aka DisneyCrunch when
I was born hehe)...so it's not too late to get to chatting so that you can have some "friends" on board. All are welcome....Introduce yourself!

I can't believe it's in a month. Hurrrrrrry up! I need tropical breezes--this rainy day bites...


To recap:
Stephanie, Married to Matt with 3 kidlets: DD 6, DS 3, and DD 13 months

General GTKY…
1. Where do you live?
Connecticut. Born and raised...I've never lived anywhere else. My parents still live in the house that my grandfather helped build, and my dad grew up in.

2. Are you married? How long?
Yep. We have been together for 11 years, married for 7. Our Anniversary is May 11th.


3. Do you have any children? Ages?
We have 3 wild banshees. Our oldest daughter is 6 (march will be 7), our "middle man" is 3 (4 in Feb.) and our baby girl just turned 1 September 14th.

4. Do you have any pets?
Two cats. Jasper, and Harris. I always wanted a dog growing up, but my parents would never let me get one. Now that I'm an adult I think they are too much work... I'm happy with the kitties...but I admit they don't get treated as my "babies" now that I have human babies they've been bumped...

5. What do you do for a living? Work? Stay at home?
I have an AS in Early Childhood Education, and a BA in Psychology. Before kids I was a nanny for years, as well as working in a childcare facility. Ever since the birth of my first I've been a SAHM. I would like to get a part time job here soon...my youngest is still BFing....so maybe a few days would be good....

6. What is your favorite movie?
I typically like chic flicks, or comedies. Armeggedon (sp?) (which is neither of those...lol) is one of my favorite movies. I seldom watch a movie more than once.

7. What is your favorite book?
I'm not a huge reader. As far as recently...I enjoyed My Sisters Keeper.

8. What is/are your favorite TV show(s)?
Let's see...I LOVE CW shows: One Tree Hill, Gossip Girl, 90210. How I Met Your Mother, Desperate Housewives, Reality TV: Big Brother, So You Think You Can Dance, Bachelor/ette...basically I can get sucked into most reality TV....with the exception of Surviror. For some reason I can't stand that show. I also don't watch any of the crime/dr. shows.

9. What is your favorite food?
Mmmmm....Food. I LOVE food. Mexican food (well tex-mex) is prolly my favorite, but I also like italian...and SWEETS! Give me chocolate and I'm a happy camper.

10. What type of music do you listen to? Do you have a favorite group/singer/band etc.?
I LOVE music. I love watching live music. What's in my car right now? Pink, Kelly Clarkson, Colby Callet, Aaron Lewis. Basically I like pop/hip hop for dancing...and some alternative, acoustic for relaxing and singing along.

11. Where did you do your schooling from?
I went to a community college, and then commuted to a state school.

12. Do you like sports? What's your favorite football team?
I'm not a fan of watching sports. I'm not all that good AT sports either.

13. How many siblings do you have?
One sister...2 years and 9 months older than me. That's Jen (AKA DisneyCrunch)

14. Did you always want to be a XXX? (your profession)
Yes, I always knew I wanted to be a SAHM, and to work with children before that. If I could hand pick a profession to jump into after the kids are in school (without having to go back to school myself) I'd love to be a labor and delivery nurse.

15. What do you like to do in your spare time?
What's spare time?? hehe...I enjoy going to the movies, out to eat, out dancing....etc. With the kidlets, and this economy I don't get to do that often.

16. Any interesting places that you've traveled to lately?
We went to Old Orchard Beach Maine last month. We go there 2X a year and stay at a hotel on the beach. The kids love it there...and in September we go with Matt's parents, and his Grandmother and Aunt.

17. Any particular cuisines or dishes that you like the most?
I guess I answered that one above...

18. What is your attitude when it comes to money? Are you a spender or a saver?
I'd like to be a saver...but I'm too much of an instant gratification kinda gal. Plus...there isn't much to be saving these days...

19. What does your name mean?
From Wikipedia...lol...
Stephanie is a female name. Stephanie comes from the Greek name "Stefanos" (Στέφανος) meaning "crown".[1] Feminine forms of Stephen in other languages include the Italian Stefania, the Portuguese Estefânia, and the Spanish Estefanía. The form Stéphanie is from the French language, but Stephanie is now widely used in both English speaking cultures and Spanish speaking cultures.

Stephanie - (Greek) "Crowned one" Also, Stephania, Etienette, Stefa, Stefania, Stefanie, Steffie, Stepania, Stepanie, Stephana, Stevena, Teena, and Tiennette


20. When is your birthday?
November 5--we should celebrate on the cruise....

21. What is your zodiac sign?
Scorpio--look out....lol...

22. What are your preferences when it comes to clothes and fashion?
I like to be fashionable...and given an endless amount of money...I could shop for clothes everyday.

23. Are you an introvert or an extrovert?
Extrovert. I never really stop talking, and I like to be around people.

24. Are you an outdoors person?
I do like the outdoors, I especially love spring and fall....Camping is fun.

25. Are you an adventurous person by nature or do you prefer playing it safe?
I'm very spontaneous, and yes...I guess I'd say I'm adventurous. I'm always up for fun new experiences.

26. How was your childhood like?
Pretty good. Both mom and dad worked, and we always lived in the same house. We did fun things like sailing trips, vacations, camping...etc. I have mainly fond memories....

27. Post a recent picture of yourself....
I'm going to edit, and add when I figure out how....

[Eeyore'sthebest]

I PM'd Nessa a link to the new thread so she can hopefully find us. :goodvibes Wouldn't want to lose our wedding party. ;)

[DisneyMommaSteph]

So...we've shared some details about ourselves....now lets share some about our kids/fellow cruisers. I realize not everyone has kids...so I didn't leave it at just that. If you'd like to share some of your own interests/the interests of the ppl cruising with you please feel free!


DH: Matt 33
My hubby isn't much of a Disney fanatic. He went on his first trip to the World with me and my parents (sis, hubby and her first born)..when we were in our early 20's. His second trip was last year with our first 2 kidlets (I was preggers with our youngest) He's been on two RC cruises and liked both, plus his boss is very much into Disney, and DCL...so I think he talked up the customer service. Also (like most parents) he's really excited for the kids to have an amazing time--seeing things through their eyes is AWESOME. :) This cruise was a gift to us...so of course we're thrilled to be able to go ANYWHERE...and the fact that it's a DISNEY cruise...is the icing on the cake!! He's not much of a sports man (neither watching or playing) he's more the enjoy a nice movie at home/partake in anything water: beach, boat, pool etc./outdoors camping picnicing type. I think he will enjoy sitting on the balcony smoking a cigar, and looking at the water the most during this vacay. That and taking the kids swimming....:) and of course...EATING...and having some drinks!


My 6 year old DD is in first grade this year and onto everything Hannah Montana. Sadly she's kids outgrown the whole Princess stuff...but I'm hoping being on the cruise she will still have that little place in her heart that shines through when she sees them. ;) I always joke that she's 6 going on 16 because I can barely even influence what outfits she wears these days. Can someone tell her to slooooow down please! She did cheer for the first time this year...and although she wants to be the extroverted performing type--it's really not in her bones. I am proud to see her come out of her shell more and more as she tries new adventures. She is also into gymnastics, and takes lessons once a week. Overall....as I mentioned above she can be very shy, and sensitive...but of she makes a "friend" or has a familiar face around...it can really make all the difference.

My 3 year old (well he will be 4 Feb. 22nd) is much more social than his big sister. He goes to preschool a few hours a day twice a week, and LOVES it (unlike big sis...she kinda cried the whole time when she was 3...doh). The teachers say he's "like an old man" in that he'll just pull up a chair next to you and start chatting away. He especially likes teenage boys...I think they always are doing something cool...so he approaches them and tries to get them to play with him. ;) Even though he's very social he sometimes has a hard time with peers (what 3 year old doesn't ?) and when it comes to sharing he's either REALLY good. Or really not so good at it...lol...I always say he's my child of extremes. When he's being good (and I am using this term reeeeeeeeeally lightly) he's rrrrrrrreally good...and when he's in a "mood" he can be very challenging. :) I think he will enjoy the kids activities and I hope he makes a friend...as big sis...and the cousins are in the upper age group.

My ity bity is 13 months...will be 14 months when we cruise. Being the 3rd she's pertty used to going with the flow. I think she's going to LOVE all the characters...and hopefully she'll enjoy Flounders Nursery enough to go a few times. She's never been in a daycare setting...so it's anyone's guess how she'll do. I'm thinking the only way she'll stay asleep there in the evenings would be in a stroller...so we may be trying that if we want an hour to ourselves here and there....;) She's pretty new to this whole walking thing...so it'll be funny to see her with her "sea" legs....teehee

I was going to share a pic...but I don't think I have a recent one of all of em together...I'll see what I can drum up...:)

Share some details are your wee ones/shipmates!!!!

[Duck Addict]

Does everyone realize that one month from today we will be on the boat?!!!! :cool1::cool1::cool1::cool1::cool1:
:dance3::dance3::dance3::dance3::dance3:

[jd99]

Does everyone realize that one month from today we will be on the boat?!!!! :cool1::cool1::cool1::cool1::cool1:

In honor of past cruises.
:banana::banana::banana::banana::banana::banana:

[jd99]

Ok I'll play

Let's do another GTKY type thing...
So...we've shared some details about ourselves....now lets share some about our kids/fellow cruisers. I realize not everyone has kids...so I didn't leave it at just that. If you'd like to share some of your own interests/the interests of the ppl cruising with you please feel free!


DW - Although she has a DISboard name , she doesn't post here much. But she loves Disney almost as much as I do. She is Greek (I saw someone who likes Greek food) and we are planning to visit the family (aunts, uncles, cousins) next year before a Med cruise as my wife is the only one in the USA these days since her parents passed and she is an only child. She came to our marriage a relatively reluctant traveler - she loved it but always questioned why another trip. But after 15 years, I've broken her down and she is right in the swing of things with me. Ready to hit the road whenever we can. She works part time as a healthcare administrator for a huge medical system - best of both worlds for her.

DD11 - My oldest is the shy one of the two but she is an incredibly smart kid with a great sense of humor. She is way over the princesses - never really liked them at all - but she watches the Disney Channel shows, though she has begun to move toward Teen Nick :scared1: and other more teenage stuff. She's also the athlete in the family. She is a competitive swimmer and she also takes more than 4 hours of dance every week. She has performed solos the past two years and is in a performance group that actually danced at WDW last June. She's also a daddy's girl, but don't tell her that.

DD5 - the firecracker in the crew. Emotional, chatty and funny too. And sometimes a major pain in the neck. :lmao: You will hear her coming a mile away. But she helps keep me young, I guess. As an older dad that's a good thing. She loves everything Disney but especially princesses. She wil stand in line 5 times on the cruise - even in her pajamas - to see Cinderella. She dances too and also takes gymnastics and is taking swimming lessons so she can start swimming on swim team with her sister. She is totally mommy's girl. And she knows it.

That's my crew in a nutshell.

[Disneyholic]

GTKY

DH is a Telecom administrator. He worked his way up in the company starting in quality control, then presystems, then he got into computers, then the phone system. We enjoy camping, riding our motorcycles and all things Disney. He is the quiet one in the family. On our cruise last year we went to the night club and there were 2 comedians. DH is great at keeping a staight face and that drove them nuts. The used him as their straight man, trying to get him to crack a smile and laugh. It didn't work, but they had me hysterical. It was so bad I almost wet myself. We were celebrities on the ship the next day. Lots of people we had never met, as well as some of our fellow disers, who had been there recognized us.
We have talked over the years about going to work for Disney when we retire and the time is getting closer. A few more years yet, but hopefully the time will go fast.:thumbsup2

[msgldv]

Hello...I'm on the Nov 28 Magic Western Caribbean cruise . First time cruising with Disney. I'm a divorced mom, age 39, traveling with my two children...daughter, 17, and son, 12. We are so excited! Are there any other single parents traveling with kids? I'd like to meet some single adults to socialize with. My friend @ work is a Disney addict and talked me into taking a Disney cruise this year. She also directed me to this site to meet some of my fellow cruisers. I have cruised before with Carnival and Royal Caribbean. I have only heard wonderful things about the Disney cruises and I'm getting more excited as our sail date draws nearer.

[Eeyore'sthebest]

Hello...I'm on the Nov 28 Magic Western Caribbean cruise . First time cruising with Disney. I'm a divorced mom, age 39, traveling with my two children...daughter, 17, and son, 12. We are so excited! Are there any other single parents traveling with kids? I'd like to meet some single adults to socialize with. My friend @ work is a Disney addict and talked me into taking a Disney cruise this year. She also directed me to this site to meet some of my fellow cruisers. I have cruised before with Carnival and Royal Caribbean. I have only heard wonderful things about the Disney cruises and I'm getting more excited as our sail date draws nearer.
:welcome:
Hi, and welcome to the Disboards. We are having a board meet on the first day on the ship in the Promenade lounge at 2:45 p.m. Come on out and meet the fellow cruisers. I think there is one single parent in our group. Her friend is the one posting and is also traveling with them. And the DD is much younger than yours. Of course there may be more people lurking that we're unaware of.

So welcome to the group and feel free to post any thoughts, questions or just tell us about your day. We're a pretty easy going group. :thumbsup2

[Eeyore'sthebest]

And okay, I'll jump in with the GTKY stuff some more.

Me - Mom, Wife, Compliance officer, Girl Scout leader. That about sums it up. :lmao: No time for anything else. :goodvibes I work in NYC. Love the environment, hate the commute. Love to camp, especially FW.

DH - Stay at home dad due to being disabled. We've actually reversed roles. He is a plumber by trade but not your typical toilet guy. He used to repair large, industrial pumps. He can create, build, repair, fix, juryrig just about anything. His nickname is MacGyver. The school loves him (small, Catholic one). They found out about his skills and if he walks down the hallway he is dragged into classrooms to fix things. :goodvibes Anyway, he rides his motorcycle when he can, loves to flea market and camp. The original Disney fan. He recalls camping at FW when it first opened and pretty much spent most of his childhood at Disney. He's the one that got me hooked. So if you want to hear stories, he's the guy to go to.

DD - She's 9. Smart kid, sweet kid and a hidden sharp wit that she only takes out when she needs it (or at least we're working on that:goodvibes). It sometimes gets her in trouble and sometimes has me laughing so hard that my stomach hurts (don't tell her I said that). She loves, loves, loves to dance. She takes 3 classes a week and would take more if it fit into her schedule. She made the dance team this past summer and got to dance with at Ellis Island. She also takes Karate and has just started basketball. Oh yeah and of course girl scouts. She liked princesses but was never really "into them". Give her a good power ranger any day of the week. :goodvibes

[jd99]

Hello...I'm on the Nov 28 Magic Western Caribbean cruise . First time cruising with Disney. I'm a divorced mom, age 39, traveling with my two children...daughter, 17, and son, 12. We are so excited! Are there any other single parents traveling with kids? I'd like to meet some single adults to socialize with. My friend @ work is a Disney addict and talked me into taking a Disney cruise this year. She also directed me to this site to meet some of my fellow cruisers. I have cruised before with Carnival and Royal Caribbean. I have only heard wonderful things about the Disney cruises and I'm getting more excited as our sail date draws nearer.

Welcome! As Allison mentioned, we are having a cruisemates meet on the first day (Saturday) at 2:45 p.m. in the Promenade Lounge. This will give folks a chance to meet and kids to hook up with others their age before the boat drill, sailaway party and all the fun begins. Join us. Just send an email to me at jeffd99@yahoo.com with your names and ages of kids as I am compiling a list that I'll send out a couple of weeks before the cruise.

[jd99]

And okay, I'll jump in with the GTKY stuff some more.

Me - Mom, Wife, Compliance officer, Girl Scout leader. That about sums it up. :lmao: No time for anything else. :goodvibes I work in NYC. Love the environment, hate the commute. Love to camp, especially FW.

DH - Stay at home dad due to being disabled. We've actually reversed roles. He is a plumber by trade but not your typical toilet guy. He used to repair large, industrial pumps. He can create, build, repair, fix, juryrig just about anything. His nickname is MacGyver. The school loves him (small, Catholic one). They found out about his skills and if he walks down the hallway he is dragged into classrooms to fix things. :goodvibes Anyway, he rides his motorcycle when he can, loves to flea market and camp. The original Disney fan. He recalls camping at FW when it first opened and pretty much spent most of his childhood at Disney. He's the one that got me hooked. So if you want to hear stories, he's the guy to go to.

DD - She's 9. Smart kid, sweet kid and a hidden sharp wit that she only takes out when she needs it (or at least we're working on that:goodvibes). It sometimes gets her in trouble and sometimes has me laughing so hard that my stomach hurts (don't tell her I said that). She loves, loves, loves to dance. She takes 3 classes a week and would take more if it fit into her schedule. She made the dance team this past summer and got to dance with at Ellis Island. She also takes Karate and has just started basketball. Oh yeah and of course girl scouts. She liked princesses but was never really "into them". Give her a good power ranger any day of the week. :goodvibes

Allison
It's too bad our girls will be in different groups at the clubs since they seem to have a lot in common. Sports, dance, girl scouts, shyness, wit, a little princess aversion... Well maybe they can hook up at the pool or playing ping pong or hoops together.

[jd99]

Not to steal from Allison, but...

One Month from Today and we'll be sailing toward Key West
Southernmost point of the US
Duval Street
Amazing sunsets
Snorkeling
Shopping
Mallory Pier and all the weirdness there
Sloppy Joe's Bar
Ernest Hemingway's house
Six toed cats
Wild roosters
Key Lime Pie

Maybe you have a Palo brunch reservation.
Getting into the rhythm of life on the ship.

I'm getting to be too excited to sleep.

[Griffith6]

Not to steal from Allison, but...

One Month from Today and we'll be sailing toward Key West
Southernmost point of the US
Duval Street
Amazing sunsets
Snorkeling
Shopping
Mallory Pier and all the weirdness there
Sloppy Joe's Bar
Ernest Hemingway's house
Six toed cats
Wild roosters
Key Lime Pie

Maybe you have a Palo brunch reservation.
Getting into the rhythm of life on the ship.

I'm getting to be too excited to sleep.

Jeff - I was thinking we would stay on the ship at Key West and enjoy pools. Anything on the list above that is fun for younger families? We have Palo that morning and thinking kids will enjoy pools and maybe kids clubs for a bit. Since you are the veteran, curious your feedback on Key West.

Debbie

[Eeyore'sthebest]

One Month from Today and we'll be sailing toward Key West
I was thinking this today when I was getting my third cup of coffee. :rotfl2: :rotfl2: :rotfl2: I really need a vacation. :rotfl2: :rotfl2:

[jd99]

Jeff - I was thinking we would stay on the ship at Key West and enjoy pools. Anything on the list above that is fun for younger families? We have Palo that morning and thinking kids will enjoy pools and maybe kids clubs for a bit. Since you are the veteran, curious your feedback on Key West.

Debbie

Oh we have been there done that with Key West so we actually booked a snorkeling excursion. I'd say you don't miss much by staying on the ship. But it's really really easy to just slip off for an hour or so and get a piece of key lime pie. Last year, we actually went to the aquarium which was really nice for the kids. They had a touch tank, demonstrations, we saw sharks, and a bunch of other stuff. If you've never been, you should get off the ship for just a short period of time and then get back and enjoy the pools. That's what we did last year.

[suzannecat]

The kids...hmm...

David is 11 1/2. He's loved all things Disney since he was little. We actually used the Disney Cruise we took when he was a toddler as an incentive for potty- trining (Mickey doesn't like diapers, we'd tell him, you have to use the potty to go to the kids club...). Of course, being a pre-teen now and all,he won't admit to loving Disney quite as much, but deep inside he still does. He's pretty active- soccer, Boy Scouts, gymnastics, and dance. He takes a combo class tap, ballet and hip-hop and he just joined a local competitive team for hiphop. His 15 minuts (seconds?) of fame came a few years ago while we were on vacation at Atlantis. Regis and Kelly were filming there that week and he got picked to be in their "Dancing with the Fans" segment. Spent half a week learning the dance with a Broadway choreographer in a conference room instead of going on the water slides. Pretty cool- hubby put the clip on Utube. We never know what we're going to get with him. Sometimes he's shy and very moody- other times very lively and bouncing off the walls.

Eliana is 6 going on 16. She's a real character. She loves the princesses and Hannah Montana and especially loves dressing up, imaginative play, etc. A real actress in training. She spent last night at David's dance class Halloween party jumping all around hamming it up in front of all the older kids. She does soccer and gymnastics too, but more for the social aspect and to just be able to let out a little extra energy than for the "sport" of it. She's really looking forward to the kids clubs!

Hubby- well, he likes both cruises and Disney but thinks I'm a little crazy with it all. He's a fun guy, much more of an extrovert than I am. He does computer IT stuff for an online travel agency.

[kmccoy]

Hi MSGLDV,
Just thought I would let you know that I too am a divorce Mom traveling on the cruise. I have 2 daughters ages 8 and 3. My Mom will be traveling with us though. Hopefully we will see you at the meet.
Kim
:goodvibes

[DisneyCrunch]

It's great to see some new "faces" WELCOME!!! :wave: Stick around :yay:

More GTKY:

I'm a stay at home mom. Have been for almost 11 years now. I usually have a part time job to keep me busy--I made pizza for awhile and right now I am on hiatus from a job at a cool cafe where I barista up the best espresso drniks known to man (at least I'm humble :laughing:) and dole out amazing hand made pastries...I fancy myself a coffee snob as well as a beer snob. I hate the winter and don't know why I live in VT (actually I know why: because my hubby likes it here and it's not too far from my sister and parents in CT) Some of my favorite subjects are birth, parenting, and education though I don't suggest getting me started :lmao: I'm looking forward to an insane winter with three Disney vacations (I don't know whose life I just woke up in cause it's not mine!) and lots of snowboarding. I really hope to find work doing anything--even scrubbing toilets :lmao:-- for a software company in the next year.

Hubby is working as a pizza maker right now--not a sign of what he wants to do with his life as much as it is a sign of the state of the job market in VT. He's spent most of the last 10 years working for a big ski mountain in our area in a few different positions but usually one in which he spent the bulk of the day on his snowboard. His dream is to open a skateboard park and I encourage him every single day to move forward move forward move forward.

My oldest, she's almost 11. She's one in a million that kid. ;) She's a total spitfire although she's mellowed quite a bit in her "old age." She was born on x-mas--the first grandchild on both sides--my husband's parents are Jewish...It's just like her. :lmao: She is also a big dancer--hip hop these days although she isn't taking any classes--she's chosen gymnastics classes at the moment. She's a tiny little thing (you'll guess her to be 8) and she's all energy, muscle, and grace. She's an extreme extreme extrovert, she's everything "girl", and she never stops moving OR talking. She's my polar opposite in so many ways and yet I see myself in her all the time too. :lovestruc

My middle is my sweet boy who is 7. He's my most sensitive kid, but you wouldn't always know it (especially by the way he acts towards his little sister these days :mad:) He has a lot of rules for the way things should be and if you break these rules he's quite offended--unfortunately he won't tell you the rules :lmao:. He's shy till he warms up to you but it doesn't take long. He loves--LIVES--to skateboard and he's really good at it for a wee dude. He's very artistic and he adores "nature"--plants and bugs and critters. I think he's the most like me of all my kids.

My third--my 5 year old daughter-- is a total nutcake. She is hilarious and so fun and can also be so infuriating! :yay::crazy::flower3::littleangel: She's whip smart--too smart for her own good I think. She has these curls and these big blue eyes and she totally suckers people in. Watch out for her :rotfl2: She likes a lot of what her older siblings like. She's all energy too, like her big sister--her energy is just a bit more chaotic. She's very social and loves making new friends. She's really looking forward to meeting some princesses. :cheer2: She just came over and asked me to insert that smiley :goodvibes She hasn't settled into any real solid "interests" but she loves to try new things and puts herself fully into whatever she does. She's a really happy person :lovestruc

My kids all go to the same small independent school. It isn't graded and they spend a lot of the day together moving in and out of different activities...so if you ask them what grade they're in you'll either get a :upsidedow:sad2: or a long explanation. :laughing:

[Disneyholic]

Hello...I'm on the Nov 28 Magic Western Caribbean cruise . First time cruising with Disney. I'm a divorced mom, age 39, traveling with my two children...daughter, 17, and son, 12. We are so excited! Are there any other single parents traveling with kids? I'd like to meet some single adults to socialize with. My friend @ work is a Disney addict and talked me into taking a Disney cruise this year. She also directed me to this site to meet some of my fellow cruisers. I have cruised before with Carnival and Royal Caribbean. I have only heard wonderful things about the Disney cruises and I'm getting more excited as our sail date draws nearer.

:welcome:Glad you found us. Just jump right in. Near the beginning of this thread there is a list of Getting to Know you questions. Most of us have filled in the information so we can get to know a little about eachother before the cruise. We are also planning a DisMeet onboard at the Promenade Lounge at 2:45 the first day.

[Ackjtal]

new to the boards please bear with me

mother of 3 girls - 15, 9, 12

looking to hook up with the fish extenders and any tips anyone may have for the cruise

this is our first :dance3:

[Eeyore'sthebest]

new to the boards please bear with me

mother of 3 girls - 15, 9, 12

looking to hook up with the fish extenders and any tips anyone may have for the cruise

this is our first :dance3::welcome:Welcome!!! We have lots of girls on this cruise! Mine is 9 and she's emailed a couple of times with Disneycrunch's DD. Steph - My DH deleted the last email so Kenzie owes your DD an email. She's so mad at her father I might end getting her a gmail account. :rotfl2:

Anyway, back to the welcome! We have a meet scheduled at 2:45 p.m. in the Promenade Lounge. Email jd99 - jeffd99@yahoo.com if you'd like to attend. He's the expert Disney cruiser. I've been one cruise and we loved it so much we are going back.

Nessa if running the FE spreadsheet. Hmm, she hasn't been on since we started the new thread but I did send her the link. I'll send her a PM to see if she can come and post over here. Actually, now that I think about it you don't have enough posts to send a PM. Let me know if you definitely want in and I will send her the details. I will need your cabin number so we can put you on the list and you already provided the details of your family.

So welcome and feel free to ask any questions you want!!! And read further up the thread and if you'd like you can answer the GTKY (getting to know you) questions that were posted on the first page.

[jd99]

new to the boards please bear with me

mother of 3 girls - 15, 9, 12

looking to hook up with the fish extenders and any tips anyone may have for the cruise

this is our first :dance3:

Welcome!!! Please email me jeffd99@yahoo.com if you'd like to attend the meet at the Promenade Lounge on Saturday at 2:45 p.m. Also know that I have an 11 year old daughter looking to make friends and she has emailed a couple of the girls here. If you want your 12 year old to "meet" someone before they cruise, just email us her email address and I'll have Lizzie shoot her a note.

[boundfordisney]

WOW lots of chatter back and forth now, and its great to see more joining up with us ! Disneycrunch have you checked out the black pearl skatepark at Grand Cayman? My grandson loves skateboarding so we are going to take him to the skatepark while on Grand Cayman, it really looks awesome from what we have seen on the website.I will try and fill in the gtky tomorrow when I have a little more time. See everyone real soon!:cool1:

[DisneyCrunch]

WOW lots of chatter back and forth now, and its great to see more joining up with us ! Disneycrunch have you checked out the black pearl skatepark at Grand Cayman? My grandson loves skateboarding so we are going to take him to the skatepark while on Grand Cayman, it really looks awesome from what we have seen on the website.I will try and fill in the gtky tomorrow when I have a little more time. See everyone real soon!:cool1:


:scared1::scared1::scared1: Wow, you just changed SOMEONE's vacation!:eek::eek::eek:

My husband is currently DROOLING all over the website and my son might just pass out dead when he sees it.

How doable is it, do you know? Are they allowed to bring boards on board? Is it far from the ship? I'll keep looking into it too. My son already asked "Are there any skateparks on the cruise?" We laughed cause we thought there was no way. Craziness. If this works out you're gonna be a hero :woohoo:;):worship::)

[Disneyholic]

new to the boards please bear with me

mother of 3 girls - 15, 9, 12

looking to hook up with the fish extenders and any tips anyone may have for the cruise

this is our first :dance3:

:welcome: Glad you found us!

[shellfish_mickfish]

So...we've shared some details about ourselves....now lets share some about our kids/fellow cruisers. I realize not everyone has kids...so I didn't leave it at just that. If you'd like to share some of your own interests/the interests of the ppl cruising with you please feel free!




O.K. here we go.

Me - DM (Dear Mom) 44 Telecom System Designer (Disneyholic-your hubby and I could probably talk for hours but we will be on VACATION!! :banana::banana: I bowl on a girls league every week and DH and I bowl every other weekend. I also sing and really love karaoke so you will probably find me there on the ship at some point.

DH Pat - 40 Cement Truck Driver and enjoys hunting small birds and deer. He has 2 black labs that are his boy children. He's also into cars and fixing them. He keeps really busy with that since we haven't had a new car in 10 years!

DD Abby - 7 (will be 8 in Dec.) Very much like mommy! An extrovert - wants to be a singer and dancer when she grows up. Loves meeting new kids and likes to be in charge. She is in 2nd grade and is in dance lessons and gymnastics. That's about all mommy has time for.

DD Annemarie 5 - She is the pleaser of the group. Very sweet child who would give you anything if you asked. She is in Kindergarten and loves to be in school and be with friends. She is also in dance lessons but I'm thinking this will be the last year. Not into it as much as the other one. She did gymnastics this year too. Again, that's about all mommy could handle in one year.

[Eeyore'sthebest]

Morning all! Happy Friday!!! party: And boy I need this vacation. We've had 3 senior people resign at work, one of them being my immediate manager. His boss just told me "I've looked at the vacation schedule and while it may take some extra work ahead of time I've decided you can keep your vacation." :eek::faint: I'm thinking that it's a good thing because otherwise I might be in jail on assault charges. Just sayin... :rolleyes1 Let's not punish the one that DIDN'T quit.

Oh yeah, and I'm a compliance officer on a trading desk. It's not like I'm the only available heart surgeon on the east coast or something. No one dies if I'm out of the office. The company still runs without me here. (sshh, don't tell anyone that) :rolleyes:
So on that note, I asked for half a day on Nov. 25th and I'm working from home that morning! We will be on the road by 1 p.m. headed for WDW!!! :banana::banana::banana:

And Shell - My DD also owes your DD an email. She loves to chat and looks forward to receiving them she just never gets around to typing the actual email itself.

Ackjtal - If you'd like your 9 yo DD to email mine, just let me know. She only emails on weekends though because she's managed to get herself too busy during the week. :rotfl: Just post a note on here and I will PM you my email addy. I'm sure you can receive them, just not send them.

And yeah, new people. :goodvibes Great idea to start the new thread!!

[Griffith6]

I have noticed several kids have December bdays -including my oldest daugher that turns 9 on Dec 28th. Thinking we might look into the Christmas cruise for next year so she can celebrate turning double digits on the ship! Only problem is it is a small fortune!

Happy Friday - we leave for Orlando 4 weeks from today - we will be at the airport about this time on Fri, Nov 27th!

[Eeyore'sthebest]

Hey, where is everyone today??? :confused3 It's lonely here on the boards. :goodvibes

Anyway, did you guys check out the new mock ups of the Disney Dream. Holy crap I want to get on that ship!!! The slide is awesome!!! I think I might have to go on it alone as my DD might chicken out. Oh well, mommy won't!! :thumbsup2

DH wants to actually do B2Bs on that ship (need to get to the Gold status). I'll check the schedule once all the dates are announced.

[jd99]

One month from today

A day at sea

AHHHHHHHHHH relaxation
Wine tasting or perhaps a martini tasting
Afternoon show to help free up the evening
Adult pool
Mickey pool with the kids
Maybe a trip to the spa

Can we go now?

[jd99]

Hey, where is everyone today??? :confused3 It's lonely here on the boards. :goodvibes

Anyway, did you guys check out the new mock ups of the Disney Dream. Holy crap I want to get on that ship!!! The slide is awesome!!! I think I might have to go on it alone as my DD might chicken out. Oh well, mommy won't!! :thumbsup2

DH wants to actually do B2Bs on that ship (need to get to the Gold status). I'll check the schedule once all the dates are announced.

Yep a B2B would be fun. I AM at Gold status now. How does that help me?

[DisneyCrunch]

Yes, we can go now....let's go!!! I can't wait another day (though my still-empty luggage and huge unfolded laundry pile tell another story :laughing:)

Allison, I can have my daughter resend her last email too. :goodvibes and the dream looks SERIOUSLY awesome!

So awesome to see the new faces!!!!

Hey BoundforDisney, it looks like skateboards are on the "no no" list for stuff allowed on the ship... BUT the place rents boards. You might want to look into it if your GS is going to want to buy one there...I wonder if there would be some way to check it till you got back home, etc...MY husband is beside himself--the park is REALLY amazing. My son still doesn't know. Are you just going to take a taxi?

I'd love to hear what excursions people are taking if you'd all like to share...We still are really undecided (well except the skatepark now)

[Eeyore'sthebest]

Yep a B2B would be fun. I AM at Gold status now. How does that help me? I have absolutely no idea but I want to be it. :rotfl2:

[DisneyMommaSteph]

Nice to see some new faces! Dive in....


Add me to the "lets go now!" list...

Well.....maybe not riiiiiiiiiight now. I'm still hacking up a lung from a cold...so I guess I could stand to get a little better before going. I'm getting nervous with the 3 kids, and this being sickville time of year...*fingers crossed*....I need every one to be healthy for this cruise. What did you suggest I give them Jen??

What's everyone doing for Halloween? We went trick-or-treating at the Town Hall this morning with playgroup. We got too much candy already. Ya see...I'm trying to lose weight and as the Maxine Hallmark character reminds..."Fun size candybars do NOT make for a fun sized butt....;)" ....I keep dipping into the stash. Plus, tomorrow we go
TorTing at the nursing home, then to a party, then TorTing in my parents neighborhood. Ohhhh the candy.

We still have to carve our pumpkin once Belle gets off the bus...Then it's off for some ME time....out to dinner and drinks with my BFF to celebrate my B-day!!!!!! YAY!!!!! Can you tell I'm excited. I can go to the bathroom....alone.childless.without anyone. nobody.zip.zero.just.me....hehe....Don't get me wrong...I'm thankful to be able to stay home with my kids, and I love them dearly...blah....blah....blah...but they drive me stark raving mad sometimes...and I cherish nights like tonight.....:)

What fun plans do you have for the weekend?

I still haven't started packing....but I do have most of MY dinner attire planned...:) Thats about the extent though. I really am going to start packing the summer stuff...it's just hard when it's been so cold. It is going to be hot, right? PLEASE tell me it's going to be hot!!!! Anyone cruise this similiar cruise this time of year?

[DisneyMommaSteph]

Oh...and I have not looked at the Dream yet. Jen keeps telling me I should. I'm scared that if I look at it, I'll want to go on it....;)

[shellfish_mickfish]

We live out in the country so we only get a couple of trick or treater's. We take the kids to a friend's neighborhood which is out in the country too but the houses are closer together. The men and women take turns each year pulling the trailer around with the 4-wheeler while the other half stays in the garage and has their own treats :drinking1

The girls already have a huge mixing bowl full of candy! I brought some to work today so others could eat it. I agree with you Steph....not so much fun when you can't fit into your jeans the next week!

Allison, I can't believe your boss would even consider not letting you take your vacation! Doesn't he understand cancellation policies? Has he/she never been on a vacation? Or maybe he/she makes enough money that the cancellation fee's don't matter. Well not me Sista! I'm going to be busy up until the time we go and right when we get back. Projects are being put on hold until I get back. I haven't been on vacation for 3 years and NOTHING...NOTHING I say is going to stop me! I'm with ya Jeff - Let's go now!

Shelley

[*Nessa*]

Hi Everyone,

Sorry it took me a few days to work out we had a new thread :rotfl2: I am just putting it down to wedding brain :lmao:

Well the countdown is well and truly on 14 days till our home reception, 17 days till we leave for the US & 33 days till our DCL Wedding :yay::yay::yay: (yes it’s odd and has a long & boring story but we are having our home reception before we are married :rotfl2:)

We have almost finalised details for our DCL wedding (we have to wait another week for our full confirmation), if you wanted to come & check it out, it will be on Thursday 3rd Dec in the afternoon (hopefully 4ish) onboard on deck 7. Unfortunately we have the max number we are allowed on the deck 7, but you get a great view from the deck above, so please come down and check it out from above if you would like too. After the ceremony we are having photo's around the ship, so if you see us, come up and say Hi

Tomorrow I will finish off the FE lists and email them out, anyone who would like to join & hasn't don't be shy just send me your details and I will add you in vhodgson79@hotmail.com

Currently this is only approx as I need to add in a few final details:
17 Families
20 staterooms
18 Kids

I still need emails from:
Boundfordisney
jd99
Morgan's Mommy
Mom22tinks (if you wanted to participate)

If you can send an email to me I will attached the spreadsheet and return to you. I apologies if you did send it & I missed it I have triple checked and don't seem to have one from the above families so please resend. Also I am having a PM problem (or no one has sent me any messages in a few weeks :lmao: ) as one of the other DCL brides sent me a few messages and they didn’t come through, so please drop me a note to my email till I work it out.

Thanks guys and cant wait to meet you all :yay:

[Eeyore'sthebest]

You are definitely having PM problems because I sent you the link to the new thread. I didn't want you to have to look for us. :confused3 Did you do something and have your PM ability taken away from you?? Has this group of cruisers become the bad boy(girl) thread of the dis? :rotfl2: :rotfl2:

Happy Halloween everyone!! It's raining this morning. :sad2: Hopefully things will clear up for tonight. DD has a big schedule planned for today. 5 p.m. - trunk or treat at the high school (who thought of this?? :confused3), 6 p.m. at a friend's house for 90 minutes and back to our house for some fast trick or treating around our neighborhood. And the kicker is that she only likes plain Hershey bars and m&ms. I'll end up taking everything to the office. :rotfl2: I think she really just likes the quest. :lmao:

And now for the cruise update -

One month from today we will be in Grand Cayman!!! :cool1::cool1::cool1:

[Mom22tinks]

Well, hello again! I am finally starting to get excited about the upcoming cruise. Allison's announcements are helping too! I briefly introduced myself a while back, but now that I've signed up for FE's and stuff I figure I better just do the GTKY too. So, here it goes:
General GTKY…

1. Where do you live? Pine Bush, NY (known for UFO sightings in the 80's and 90's lol)

2. Are you married? How long? Yes, 10 years

3. Do you have any children? Ages? Yes, DD 9, DD 7

4. Do you have any pets?Yes. Cooper who is a maltese. What a character he is! For what it costs to board him while we are away it would probably be cheaper to have him come cruising with us! ;)

5. What do you do for a living? Work? Stay at home? I am a SAHM for the past 9 years.

6. What is your favorite movie? I have two. Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory and Wizard of Oz.

7. What is your favorite book? Don't have a favorite. Trashy romance novels. :)

8. What is/are your favorite TV show(s)? Most HGTV, Private Practice, Grey's Anatomy, Big Love, The Tudors, United States of Tara, Mad Money and most reality shows. ( My DH loves Mad Money and Glen Beck)

9. What is your favorite food? Chocolate.

10. What type of music do you listen to? Do you have a favorite group/singer/band etc.? I like alot of the new pop stuff. Anything with an up beat really.

11. Where did you do your schooling from? High School -Warwick Vally, Warwick NY. After that I went to community college and got my paralegal cerificate. Would and should go back to school now that I have the time. Still don't know what I want to be when I grow up though!

12. Do you like sports? What's your favorite team? Not really into sports. Can handle baseball. Will watch nascar.

13. How many siblings do you have? 2 older sisters and brother, and 8 step brothers.

14. Did you always want to be a XXX? (your profession) Still don't know what I want to be when I grow up.. lol

15. What do you like to do in your spare time? Scrapbooking and home improvements.

17. Any particular cuisines or dishes that you like the most?

18. What is your attitude when it comes to money? Are you a spender or a saver? Both, save, then spend.

19. What does your name mean? Wikipedia Definition : means "God behold"

20. When is your birthday? March 12

21. What is your zodiac sign? Pisces

22. What are your preferences when it comes to clothes and fashion? Mostly casual as its easier running the kids around. Favorite store is NY and Company.

23. Are you an introvert or an extrovert? Introvert, at least until I get to know you. (still can't believe I signed up for FE's lol)

24. Are you an outdoors person? No, not really.

25. Are you an adventurous person by nature or do you prefer playing it safe? No, not really.

26. What was your childhood like? Brady bunch like until my parents divorced and then it was quite dysfunctional! Which I learned was really quite normal! :)

Jessica

[Mom22tinks]

Hi Nessa, I emailed you today for the FE's. Just let me know if you DIDN"T get it! Otherwise I look forward to getting the list tomorrow. :)

Jessica

[jd99]

One month from today- Grand Cayman

the clearest water in the Caribbean
one of my favorite beaches in the world - 7 mile beach
the turtle farm (kinda icky but fun one time - you get to hold a turtle)
stingray city - we have never been but thinking about it for this year
hell (the town on GC, not the state of mind)
Georgetown


Let's go. Let's go. Let's go!!!!!!

[*Nessa*]

You are definitely having PM problems because I sent you the link to the new thread. I didn't want you to have to look for us. :confused3 Did you do something and have your PM ability taken away from you?? Has this group of cruisers become the bad boy(girl) thread of the dis? :rotfl2: :rotfl2:


hmm might say, maybe :rotfl: I think I have sorted it now. I don't know if you guys have ever ventured over to the main wedding section but the DCL bride thread can get very heated at times :lmao: it sounds worse than it is but basically all the previous DCL brides were very well taken care of and now with all the cost cutting & lay offs at DFTW the current DCL brides have had a tough time and it causes friction lets say :lmao: I generally leave well enough alone but sometimes :rolleyes1

Jess got your email thanks :)

I just have three questions and then we are finished

1) Has anyone heard from Morgan's Mommy are they still participating as I need stateroom numbers (and guest details would be good too) but room number a must :thumbsup2

2) Have we had any new cruises join the new thread?

3) Don are you still GTY? two of our cabins are still GTY but I am hoping to get numbers for them today.

[Duck Addict]

Responded to your email
room is 6646

hmm might say, maybe :rotfl: I think I have sorted it now. I don't know if you guys have ever ventured over to the main wedding section but the DCL bride thread can get very heated at times :lmao: it sounds worse than it is but basically all the previous DCL brides were very well taken care of and now with all the cost cutting & lay offs at DFTW the current DCL brides have had a tough time and it causes friction lets say :lmao: I generally leave well enough alone but sometimes :rolleyes1

Jess got your email thanks :)

I just have three questions and then we are finished

1) Has anyone heard from Morgan's Mommy are they still participating as I need stateroom numbers (and guest details would be good too) but room number a must :thumbsup2

2) Have we had any new cruises join the new thread?

3) Don are you still GTY? two of our cabins are still GTY but I am hoping to get numbers for them today.

[Eeyore'sthebest]

I'm up early due to the time change so...

One month from today we will be in Cozumel!! :cool1::cool1:

:banana::banana:We're swimming with the Dolphins on Coz so we are extra excited!!! :banana::banana:

We started geting outfits ready yesterday. Now I need to iron :scared1: and then pack them in the suitcase. I also purchased my dress for formal night. Well actually I purchased 3 and brought them home to get opinions. DH told me to keep 2 but I already have a dress I purchased last spring so I'll return 2 today. But I really like all 3. And no, I have no place to wear them or else I would keep them. I lost weight and I actually like buying clothes now. I'm in big trouble. :rotfl2::rotfl2:

Happy Sunday all! I'm back to the store to return stuff, yeah right return stuff. :rolleyes1

Oh yeah, and go buy your pirate costumes today everybody!! 50% off at all Halloween stores!!

[*Nessa*]

Hi Everyone,

WOW 1 month till Cozumel :woohoo: :woohoo:

I haven't had much time for research and was wondering if anyone knows what night is pirate night? and what night the fireworks are?

FE list is almost ready just waiting on two room number confirmations, so I’ll wait one more day till I send them out :thumbsup2

[jd99]

As Allison mentioned, ONE MONTH until Cozumel

Swimming with dolphins
Paradise Beach -- Our favorite!!!!
Carlos and Charlies (hiccup)
Mayan ruins
Nicest people in the Caribbean.

[Disneyholic]

Well, Well, Well, unless you research, you never know.....I never knew Cozumel, Mexico was an island. Was pulling up maps for Grand Cayman and Cozumel and it kept saying Cozumel Island. Clicked on it, saw Paradise beach, so I knew I was on the right map.:lmao: Never been and never researched it before.:goodvibes Learn something new every day!

[Eeyore'sthebest]

Hi Everyone,

WOW 1 month till Cozumel :woohoo: :woohoo:

I haven't had much time for research and was wondering if anyone knows what night is pirate night? and what night the fireworks are?

FE list is almost ready just waiting on two room number confirmations, so I’ll wait one more day till I send them out :thumbsup2
Nessa,
I PM'd you my room number confirm.

Also, I think pirate night is Cozumel night. DD and I finally got our pirate costumes. I'm going as an R rated pirate. :rotfl2: If we didn't buy leggings for it today it would have been an X rated pirate costume. :lmao::lmao:

[Eeyore'sthebest]

Hi everyone!
My DD would like to post a hello so here she is...
This is so cool:cool1:.I am going on vaction in 24 days.:banana:.Ilike to use the little faces like this:jumping1::rainbow:.I am supposed to say hi. So,hi.:wave2:

[Martian767]

Wow!!! One month until Cozumel AND one month until my eighth wedding anniversary!!! Hubby and I will be celebrating by doing an ATX rail expedition.

[Disneyholic]

:welcome:Martian767 (http://www.disboards.com/member.php?u=90658) and crew. On page 1 of this thread is a Getting To Know You (GTKY) list of questions. We are also planning a DisMeet at the Promenade Lounge onboard on the 1st day at 2:45. jd99 (jeff) is the one to contact if you think you would like to join us. There are also people in our group who are doing the Fish Extender (FE) thing. Nessa is in charge of the list for this.

[Disneyholic]

Hi everyone!
My DD would like to post a hello so here she is...
This is so cool:cool1:.I am going on vaction in 24 days.:banana:.Ilike to use the little faces like this:jumping1::rainbow:.I am supposed to say hi. So,hi.:wave2:

HI!!!!!!!:yay::jumping1::jumping3::jumping2:

[Martian767]

General GTKY…
1. Where do you live? I live in Illinois, my husband lives in California. Been living this way for nearly three years and hoping the housing market will rebound soon so we can live together again.

2. Are you married? How long? Yes, for eight years on December 1st. We were married at the Wedding Pavilion with the reception at the Grand Floridian.

3. Do you have any children? Ages? Nope.

4. Do you have any pets? Yes, three dogs. Hate to say it, but they are my children

5. What do you do for a living? Work? Stay at home? I am an office manager for a foot doctor and a physical therapist. Hubby is Director of Investor Relations for a pharmaceutical company.

6. What is your favorite movie? Chicago

7. What is your favorite book? All four books by Jen Lancaster (Bitter is the New Black; Bright Lights, Big A**; Such a Pretty Fat; Pretty in Plaid)

8. What is/are your favorite TV show(s)? The Office (though I believe it has "jumped the shark") and basically just about anything on Food Network.

9. What is your favorite food? Beef.

10. What type of music do you listen to? Do you have a favorite group/singer/band etc.? I pretty much listen to anything, but my favorite group is Five for Fighting.

11. Where did you do your schooling from? Only some college education through community college and one year at the University of San Diego.

12. Do you like sports? What's your favorite football team? Yes, hockey. Chicago Blackhawks, of course!

13. How many siblings do you have? One brother.

14. Did you always want to be a XXX? (your profession) Chef or nurse.

15. What do you like to do in your spare time? I participate in endurance events (5K to half marathon) to the best of my ability.

16. Any interesting places that you've traveled to lately? Most interesting place was Scotland.

17. Any particular cuisines or dishes that you like the most? Italian.

18. What is your attitude when it comes to money? Are you a spender or a saver? Depends. If we're going on vacation, I'm a saver for the few months preceeding vacation. Otherwise, I'm an admitted spender. I'm working on that though!

19. What does your name mean? Who is like God.

20. When is your birthday? April 11th

21. What is your zodiac sign? Aries

22. What are your preferences when it comes to clothes and fashion? Casual, very casual.

23. Are you an introvert or an extrovert? Introvert.

24. Are you an outdoors person? Yes.

25. Are you an adventurous person by nature or do you prefer playing it safe? If I feel that the adventure is safe, then I am adventurous (i.e., zipline, dune buggies, etc., etc.).

26. How was your childhood like? Only a few complaints, otherwise uneventful.

27. Post a recent picture of yourself.... I would if I could figure it out!!

[Disneyholic]

General GTKY…
27. Post a recent picture of yourself.... I would if I could figure it out!!

You need more posts in order to post a picture. (Not sure how many, maybe someone else does.) Then you have to post a picture on an internet photo site (photobucket is one) then put the link in your post.

[Griffith6]

Just back from a 10 hour day at Disneyland. My mother in law was visiting from Colorado and wanted to take the kids - but my youngest daughter was coming of a 3 day fever so she and my son stayed back with DH so I was lucky to just have my 7 & 8 year olds with DMIL. So nice to be stroller free at the park! And must say makes me VERY excited for the cruise. The girls were so excited to see the princesses and other characters and I can't wait to see how excited they are for a whole week of Disney!

Going through photos and then to bed - busy week.

[jd99]

One month from today..

Another relaxing day at sea

Perhaps time for a massage?
Brunch at Palo?
A wine tasting?
A cooking workshop?
Tea with Alice?
A getaway to the Quiet Cove pool?
Watching the little ones come down the Mickey Slide?
A Mickey Mouse ice cream bar? or two?
Drink of the day?

I repeat, let's go NOW!!!!!!!!!

[boundfordisney]

Nessa I sent you a pm , wow time is getting really close still havent done any packing but maybe will start today! Have all my ding reservations done for when we are in disney and all the shore excursions done so Im a little organized lol!:cool1:

[boundfordisney]

Nessa I sent you a pm , wow time is getting really close still havent done any packing but maybe will start today! Have all my dining reservations done for when we are in disney and all the shore excursions done so Im a little organized lol!:cool1:

[boundfordisney]

oops sorry bout the double post lol:cool1:

[jen-n-greg]

I can't believe how time is flying by! I finally got around to getting our care rental today. Now I'm putting all our info in a folder so I don't forget anything - I am getting so excited :banana::banana::banana: K- Here's our info:

General GTKY…
1. Where do you live? We live in Woodbury, MN
2. Are you married? How long? Yes, for 16 years.
3. Do you have any children? Ages? 3 - 2girls ages 15 and 12, and 1 boy age 9

4. Do you have any pets? Yes, 2 dogs (dachshunds).

5. What do you do for a living? Work? Stay at home? I am a SAHM who sells on ebay and DH is a bill collector ;0)
6. What is your favorite movie? IDK -- I love all Harry Potter movies

7. What is your favorite book? Again, Harry Potter

8. What is/are your favorite TV show(s)? My new fave show is Vampire Diaries (love Damon!), also Amazing Race, Survivor, Desperate Housewives

9. What is your favorite food? PIZZA

10. What type of music do you listen to? Do you have a favorite group/singer/band etc.? I love 80's bands- esp. Motley Crue. Gotta meet Nikii Sixx last year :love:
11. Where did you do your schooling from? Dh and I didn't go to college-- but u can bet my kids are going

12. Do you like sports? What's your favorite football team? Only if my kids are playing
13. How many siblings do you have? Dh and I both have 2 sisters

14. Did you always want to be a XXX? (your profession) I wanted to be a travel agent-- but ended up staying home when my kids came along

15. What do you like to do in your spare time? cross-stitch, ebay, sweepstakes
16. Any interesting places that you've traveled to lately? last vacation was Disney Cruise was 2 years ago
17. Any particular cuisines or dishes that you like the most? just discovered Sushi-- but only have tried crab so far

18. What is your attitude when it comes to money? Are you a spender or a saver? I will gladly spend money on vacation-- but anything else I can be kinda cheap. I finally broke down and bought new dishes cuz half of ours were broken. Now I'm thinking a new hamper-- it is 16 years old :rotfl2:

19. What does your name mean? IDK

20. When is your birthday? July 11th

21. What is your zodiac sign? Cancer

22. What are your preferences when it comes to clothes and fashion? jeans or capris, casual
23. Are you an introvert or an extrovert? def. Introvert.

24. Are you an outdoors person? no

25. Are you an adventurous person by nature or do you prefer playing it safe? playing it safe
26. How was your childhood like? normal

27. Post a recent picture of yourself.... i will try ;0)
__________________

[jen-n-greg]

Forgot to add : 24 more days til I am on a plane :cool1: I'm sure they serve a turkey dinner with all the trimmings right?:rotfl:

[jen-n-greg]

Just want to check if we are included in the FE? I signed up awhile ago, but want to make sure ;) Thanks :flower3:

[DisneyCrunch]

Welcome to those just now wandering over!!! :yay::yay::yay: Fun to read the new gtky's!

The closer it gets the more I can't wait :laughing:

Hey, is breakfast a sit down table service affair (seated at your table with your server etc) or only buffet or fast style? Lunch?

[Eeyore'sthebest]

Just want to check if we are included in the FE? I signed up awhile ago, but want to make sure ;) Thanks :flower3:

Make sure you PM Nessa! I think she needs your email address to send then spreadsheet.

[jd99]

Welcome to those just now wandering over!!! :yay::yay::yay: Fun to read the new gtky's!

The closer it gets the more I can't wait :laughing:

Hey, is breakfast a sit down table service affair (seated at your table with your server etc) or only buffet or fast style? Lunch?

You can do breakfast and lunch either way. There are sit down opportunities, buffet opportunities and grab and go as well. Whatever you choose.

[DisneyMommaSteph]

Jeff....are there specific seating times for breakfast according to dinner seating (main, late etc.) Did that make sense?? lol...Or are there just certain bfast hours at the sit down restaurants? I only see people talking about the bfast buffet, and quick service...never sit down bfast/lunch....

I can't believe we're in the final "weeks" countdown!!! AAAAAAAHHHH! I could burst with excitement!

I tried to change our cabins today (because when we booked the DCL CM told me that we were "close to each other"...when really we were on opposite sides of the boat...*doh*) so that we would be closer to my sister and her family...The online reservation system has a tab that says you can change your stateroom and that shows you which ones are available in your category. Fine. So Jen and I both go online and we plan to switch to two cabins right next door to each other. We chose them, and press save. Then Jen notices that the her stateroom reverts back to the original number next time she logs in. Mine switches one down from the original one.

UGH. I had originally planned to do it on the phone because Jen was leary of the online system. I was confident it would work online. I guess I was wrong....hehe...

I called (I tried earlier and it was busy, then an hr wait--I didn't realize everyone was calling to book the Dream)...and she said she couldn't see the two staterooms that were showing available next to each other and that the best she could do would be 3 rooms down. Fine. I book that. Sadly, the "new" room she gave me has a connecting room....but someone is already in it. Who would want a connecting room if they aren't going with anyone??? There are plenty of Cat. 8's available...can't they move that person...?? ;) Anywho--we're closer to each other now...and I guess I'll just keep checking back to see if the other rooms becomes available....

[Ackjtal]

Thank you for the warm welcome

I am new to posting so bear with me (what are pms)

yes we are definately interested in the fish extenders but am at work so will let you know room number later

my sister in law is joining us on this cruise i will check and see if she is interested as well

thanks

[Ackjtal]

:welcome: Glad you found us!

My niece helped - she is a member:yay:

[jd99]

Jeff....are there specific seating times for breakfast according to dinner seating (main, late etc.) Did that make sense?? lol...Or are there just certain bfast hours at the sit down restaurants? I only see people talking about the bfast buffet, and quick service...never sit down bfast/lunch....

I.

Only two days do you have a specific seating time for breakfast -- the day of the character breakfast which happens BASED on your dinner seating and the sad sad day of debarkation. Otherwise, you are free to find breakfast whereever and however you want. Even room service (though not for hot breakfast unless you are in concierge).

[jen-n-greg]

CRUISE DOCS ARE HERE :cool1::cool1::banana::banana: By the way, did anyone book the DREAM today? I have to wait until Monday - or maybe I will wait til I'm on the Magic :confused3

[DisneyMommaSteph]

Hey, no fair! My sis got her cruise Docs today too! I want mine!!!!!! ;)

Nope, didn't book the Dream. It's only doing 5 dayers??? I think you should totally wait and book on the ship...What do you get? On board credit? What else? How much deposit has to be made? Is it refundable?

I see you've been on the Magic once or twice before...hehe.....Have you done the Western??? Give us all your best tips....:)

[Martian767]

Can't post any pictures yet so I updated my avatar with a current one ...

[DisneyCrunch]

I was all excited about the cruise docs but what are they? They seem like the most boring pieces of paper to ever grace the UPS ;):confused3 Do I need them at all if I'm not using Disney transportation? They're all pretty unclear to me...:upsidedow

[Eeyore'sthebest]

I was all excited about the cruise docs but what are they? They seem like the most boring pieces of paper to ever grace the UPS ;):confused3 Do I need them at all if I'm not using Disney transportation? They're all pretty unclear to me...:upsidedow

You need the luggage tags that are in the docs. As long as you check in on line, and you're not using Disney transport then you're good to go. Luggage tags are a must though as it has your room number on it.

[DisneyCrunch]

You need the luggage tags that are in the docs. As long as you check in on line, and you're not using Disney transport then you're good to go. Luggage tags are a must though as it has your room number on it.

Right-e-o, yes, I knew I'd need those guys :goodvibes But then there's that little booklet of "ticket" type things...that thing is just useless to me right?

[jd99]

Hi everyone!

Just booked an August 2011 5 night double dip on the new ship - the Disney Dream. It's a long way off but I found out today I could book starting today so I thought I should. :lmao:

:cool1::banana::banana:

[shellfish_mickfish]

Nessa,

Also, I think pirate night is Cozumel night. DD and I finally got our pirate costumes. I'm going as an R rated pirate. :rotfl2: If we didn't buy leggings for it today it would have been an X rated pirate costume. :lmao::lmao:

I think I might have the same costume! I wore it Saturday night. I might have to get some leggings to go with it too! :rotfl2:

Hey Jen - we live the cities too! Very cool! Can't wait to meet you!

Shelley

[jejojual]

Just wanted to say hi! We are the Horst Family (me, DH-Jeff, DS-Joel-9, and DS-Justin-7). We will be traveling with friends Kevin, Leanne and their DD-Kyra-7 and DS-Declan-5. It is the first cruise for our family and we are all so very excited. I'm adding a picture from Easter - not the best - Joel looks like he could fall asleep and I dressed them in matching sweater vests (so NOT cool mom..but they looked so cute;))

Can't wait to meet you all on the boat!

<a href="http://s300.photobucket.com/albums/nn17/jejojual/?action=view&current=DSC01883_2_0110.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn17/jejojual/DSC01883_2_0110.jpg" border="0" alt="Photobucket"></a>

[jejojual]

http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn17/jejojual/DSC01883_2_0110.jpg

Let's try this again...

[jejojual]

Sorry - that picture is WAY TOO BIG! Don't know how to size it....sorry!

[Disneyholic]

Thank you for the warm welcome

I am new to posting so bear with me (what are pms)

yes we are definately interested in the fish extenders but am at work so will let you know room number later

my sister in law is joining us on this cruise i will check and see if she is interested as well

thanks

PM's are private messages. You need I think 10 posts before you can do this. When you have 10 posts try left clicking on the user name and there will be a drop down menu with Private messaging as one of the options. Click on it and it will take you to another screen where you can send a message to that person.

[Eeyore'sthebest]

Hi everyone and Welcome to all the newbies. :welcome:

Today is Castaway Cay day (one month from now)!!! :banana::banana::banana: Beautiful beaches, wonderful lunch and an incredible private island all to ourselves. :cloud9: :beach:

[Eeyore'sthebest]

Hi everyone!

Just booked an August 2011 5 night double dip on the new ship - the Disney Dream. It's a long way off but I found out today I could book starting today so I thought I should. :lmao:

:cool1::banana::banana:Okay, I'm officially jealous. :rotfl2:
We're still trying to figure out our dates. We may book while we're on the cruise as we're not looking for the maiden voyage or anything like that. And 2011 seems so far away. Crazy!!!

[Ackjtal]

PM's are private messages. You need I think 10 posts before you can do this. When you have 10 posts try left clicking on the user name and there will be a drop down menu with Private messaging as one of the options. Click on it and it will take you to another screen where you can send a message to that person.

Thanks so much:cutie:

I must admit i am a little lost when it comes to this stuff but i am getting better:yay:

[Ackjtal]

We just got our tags and book of tickets (for lack of a better word):cheer2:

this trip is really going to happen:woohoo::cloud9:

it has been a long year for us and this trip is our salvation:littleangel:

at the risk of sounding like an idiot - i use that book to get my airline and ship boarding passes - correct ??!!:confused3

[Eeyore'sthebest]

We just got our tags and book of tickets (for lack of a better word):cheer2:

this trip is really going to happen:woohoo::cloud9:

it has been a long year for us and this trip is our salvation:littleangel:

at the risk of sounding like an idiot - i use that book to get my airline and ship boarding passes - correct ??!!:confused3We usually drive so I never use anything but the luggage tags. Sorry I can't help. I'm sure Jeff will be on later and can help you.

Did you want me to PM Nessa your information about your family for the FE list or are you not going to participate? We've had a few new families join our thread and now I'm lost. :goodvibes I really need this vacation!!

Oh, I can answer the question about ship boarding though. Those passes don't get you on the ship. You get your boarding number/pass when you get to the terminal in Port Canaveral. Hope that helps. :thumbsup2

[brubakersluvdisney]

This is my first post. There is me, DH Nick, DD Josey who is 12 and DD Jessica who is 8. We booked this cruise in June of 2008. Needless to say, our DD's are now having trouble sleeping. This will be our second cruise and I am ready to book our third.

I am almost giddy,:rotfl: and now DH is catching up with us.

[Mom22tinks]

We just got our tags and book of tickets (for lack of a better word):cheer2:


at the risk of sounding like an idiot - i use that book to get my airline and ship boarding passes - correct ??!!:confused3


And in case you didn't know or realize, be sure to go online and fill out all the paperwork ahead of time and print them out. It will save alot of time at check in. If you already knew then this is just a reminder to everyone who hasn't done it yet!

Jessica

[Disneyholic]

Thanks so much:cutie:

I must admit i am a little lost when it comes to this stuff but i am getting better:yay:

Just keep posting here to get your count up and you'll be able to do a lot of stuff in no time. Even if it's just a word or two, we will all understand. We've all been there.:thumbsup2:goodvibes

[Disneyholic]

This is my first post. There is me, DH Nick, DD Josey who is 12 and DD Jessica who is 8. We booked this cruise in June of 2008. Needless to say, our DD's are now having trouble sleeping. This will be our second cruise and I am ready to book our third.

I am almost giddy,:rotfl: and now DH is catching up with us.

:welcome:Who needs sleep anyhow?:rotfl2: This is our second cruise too and planning on rebooking onboard.

Any questions, ask away. Someone on here probably has the answer and if they don't they will probably find them for you. That way we all learn.

At the beginning of the thread there is a Getting To Know You (GTKY) question list. It is our way to get to know a little about everyone in our group. There is also going to be a DisMeet of our little group in the Promenade lounge at 2:45 on the first day. There is also a Fish Extender (FE)(small) gift exchange being set up for those who want to do it. Nessa is in charge of that. She needs a PM (private message) of your information, but as of now your do not have enough posts to do that, so either keep posting to get up to 10 posts or put the information on here and someone will get the information to her.

[jd99]

Promenade Lounge Cruisemeet Reminder
Since there have been so many new families posting to the thread, I wanted to remind everyone that we will have a mini-meet at the Promenade Lounge on the first day at 2:45 p.m. just in advance of the boat drill.

It's a great way to meet some new people and have familiar faces to look for around the ship. More importantly it's a great way for kids to meet up and have a familiar face when they go to the clubs for the first time. Sometimes the kids agree to meet at a certain time on the first day at whichever club they are in so that they can have a "friend" that first time. They may not hang together the rest of the cruise (although often my DD finds an instant friend this way) but they at least have someone familiar for that first time in the club, lab, ocean quest or stack. It really seems to help ease the anxiety for the shy ones (like my DD).

Anyway, if you'd like to join us for the meet and haven't done so already, please send an EMAIL to me at jeffd99@yahoo.com. I'm compiling a list which I will send out in the next few days to everyone participating. Just send your name, your significant other's name and your kids' names and ages along with your hometown.

Thanks! It's getting close.


One month from today

Castaway Cay

Snorkeling
Sunning
Conch Coolers
Sand Castles
Cookies Bar-b-que
Crab Races
Character Dance Party
The Pirate Ship
Parasailing

And more!!!!!

The downside being the last full day of cruising and that sad sad walk back to the ship after a day in the sun...

[Eeyore'sthebest]

The downside being the last full day of cruising and that sad sad walk back to the ship after a day in the sun...My DD already told me that she's going to cry when she gets off the ship again. She got sad and started crying when she told me, telling me how sad she was that the trip had to end. :goodvibes I had to remind her that we hadn't even gotten on the boat yet. :rotfl2:

[DisneyMommaSteph]

YAY and Welcome to all the new faces....Yes, yes...we LOVE reading the GYKY's....so if you're just joining us...we'd love to read yours!!!


Yes....good reminder Jessica. Also....(as dumb as this may sound) you have to remember to PRINT the Docs...Just filling them out online isn't enough, you have to have them in hand.

I got my little UPS package of cruise Docs today. A little anticlimactic because I switched room numbers yesterday...so the luggage tags aren't even going to be used...;) Since we're staying at the hotel at the port the night before, we'd justr put those tags on for the boarding of the cruise (since we're not using transportation).. Without those tags we'd never see our bags in our room, right?? hehe

Also...in the docs is says embarkation is at 1:00pm???

[Eeyore'sthebest]

Also...in the docs is says embarkation is at 1:00pm???If they clear the ship earlier than they will start boarding earlier. Ship doesn't leave port until after the safety drill.

[DisneyMommaSteph]

Oh, ok. We're taking the 10am shuttle from the Rad. at the Port...so I was hoping that was just a general time...but they would actual let peeps on earlier. I got worried because I though most people mentioned it being 12 that they "say" you can go on (with it being more like 11:30-45)...

As far as being sad to get off the boat...
I find myself getting sad just reading peoples trip reports, and seeing them come to an end...it's just so sad. I too have to remind myself that I haven't even left yet...;) I'm worried I'm going to go through withdrawls, and I don't see us being able to afford another cruise in the near future. Luckily we're going to the World in January......

[brubakersluvdisney]

DD8 is very shy. I was already thinking the meet would be good for her. DD12 doesn't have any idea that there are strangers. She is like me and will talk to anyone. I am not sure I have enough time to pull off FE gifts. Is that something for everyone everyday, or just what ever I can work into my schedule?

[Griffith6]

Just back from a little FE shopping!! Found some fun stuff but hoping to get the final count of kids (and age/gender) plus adult only staterooms to make sure I have enough and appropriate for ages.

Now on to the packing...... (or at least making sure we have what we need)!!

[Disneyholic]

DD8 is very shy. I was already thinking the meet would be good for her. DD12 doesn't have any idea that there are strangers. She is like me and will talk to anyone. I am not sure I have enough time to pull off FE gifts. Is that something for everyone everyday, or just what ever I can work into my schedule?

Fish Extender Explaination thread link:

http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=1219607

[Eeyore'sthebest]

DD8 is very shy. I was already thinking the meet would be good for her. DD12 doesn't have any idea that there are strangers. She is like me and will talk to anyone. I am not sure I have enough time to pull off FE gifts. Is that something for everyone everyday, or just what ever I can work into my schedule?There's a group of girls around your DD's age. Please come to the meet so they can meet each other and make plans for playing in the kid's club. My DD is an only child so she is chatting with two girls that are also on the cruise. Of course she hasn't gotten on the computer in awhile to email anyone back but...:rolleyes1. Anyway, bring your DD.

Disneyholic gave you a great link. But for a quick summation (because I'm always too lazy to read :rotfl2:), you get a list of cabins and leave little gifts for them once during the cruise. This doesn't need to be a daily event. Once during the cruise is fine. It's up to you what you put in it. We are doing smally toys for the kids and 2 things for each family that are from NJ. We are getting close to finalizing the list so if you think you want to participate please let us know as soon as possible.

And feel free to ask as many questions as you want. :thumbsup2

[Ackjtal]

We usually drive so I never use anything but the luggage tags. Sorry I can't help. I'm sure Jeff will be on later and can help you.

Did you want me to PM Nessa your information about your family for the FE list or are you not going to participate? We've had a few new families join our thread and now I'm lost. :goodvibes I really need this vacation!!

Oh, I can answer the question about ship boarding though. Those passes don't get you on the ship. You get your boarding number/pass when you get to the terminal in Port Canaveral. Hope that helps. :thumbsup2

helps greatly:hug:

and i will try later to see if jeff is on:thumbsup2

[jd99]

Not sure about the documents you receive as we have never booked air through disney so we just use the luggage tags and the vouchers for the transporation (when we buy that).

[jd99]

So here are the folks who have said they will make it to the meet. Anyone else? Please email me at jeffd99@yahoo.com. I intend to send the list to folks next week sometime so if you can let me know by the end of this week, that'd be great.

jd99
disneyholic
boundfordisney
madduck
Eeyore'sthebest
DisneyCDE -- what is your home state?
duck addict
shellfish_mickfish
yukongirl123
griffith6
suzannecat
disneymommasteph
mom22tinks - what is your home state?
disneycrunch
kmccoy
erin2470


Come on join us. We don't bite (welll I can't speak for Allison, but....)

:lmao:

[brubakersluvdisney]

This just gives me another reason to ebay and shop (for FE). I forget who I am supposed to get information to for meet and FE

[Disneyholic]

This just gives me another reason to ebay and shop (for FE). I forget who I am supposed to get information to for meet and FE

NESSA, for the FE, but you don't have enough posts to PM her yet so you either have to post a few more times to get to 10 or put the info on here for her to get.

jd99 - jeffd99@yahoo.com - he can't send or receive PM's right now, so you will have to email him about DisMeet.

[Eeyore'sthebest]

Come on join us. We don't bite (welll I can't speak for Allison, but....)

:lmao:
Hey!!! I'm not speaking to you!!! :snooty:
I don't bite. I only nibble. :snooty: :rolleyes1 The rumors that some people spread. Humph!! :snooty::snooty:

I never had any need for this smilie :snooty: until today. I think I like it. :goodvibes

[jd99]

Hey!!! I'm not speaking to you!!! :snooty:
I don't bite. I only nibble. :snooty: :rolleyes1 The rumors that some people spread. Humph!! :snooty::snooty:

I never had any need for this smilie :snooty: until today. I think I like it. :goodvibes

tee hee
hope that wasn't too sarcastic. :rotfl2:

[brubakersluvdisney]

Okay, I will keep posting so I can get to 10 and get the ball a cruisin'.

[Mom22tinks]

I'm so excited about the FE's. Can't wait to get the list so I can finalize what I'm actually going to do. So many ideas, but can't decide!:cheer2:Hoping it will be easier once I see who is on the list age wise.

Wish I was ready to pack but starting to get it together in my head. I had forgotten about formal night until Allison mentioned it. So, now I have to go dress shopping! :confused: Ugghh! How dressy is everyone getting for formal night?

Allison, tell your daughter I feel her pain! I was just thinking today after reading Jeff's post about Castaway Cay that 30 days from tomorrow our cruise will be over!

Oh, well!
Jessica

[Ackjtal]

Wish I was ready to pack but starting to get it together in my head. I had forgotten about formal night until Allison mentioned it. So, now I have to go dress shopping! :confused: Ugghh! How dressy is everyone getting for formal night?



I forgot about that night too

My mother in law and sister in law have both been on cruises b/f (not disney) they say it has to be dressy

thank god i have a dress i bought for my husband's xmas party:yay:

its the kids i am fretting about:eek:

[Eeyore'sthebest]

tee hee
hope that wasn't too sarcastic. :rotfl2:Na! :lmao::lmao: I work with traders on a daily basis. I have a pretty tough skin. :goodvibes

Okay, I will keep posting so I can get to 10 and get the ball a cruisin'.
You need to post things like : Post 1, Post 2, Post 3. Do it on this thread and we'll know what you're doing. :)

My mother in law and sister in law have both been on cruises b/f (not disney) they say it has to be dressy

thank god i have a dress i bought for my husband's xmas party:yay:

its the kids i am fretting about:eek:Doesn't need to be too dressy. Some people go all out with floor length gowns. I have a cocktail length dress that I'm going to wear. DD is wearing her Christmas dress and DH is actually wearing a tux. We found a really great deal on one and it worked out to be about the same price as a suit. So he bought it. He's also going to wear it to my parents for Christmas. We are so casual at Christmas that my parents will be laughing the whole day over his tux. :goodvibes

[Ackjtal]

General GTKY…
1. Where do you live? North Bay, Ontario Canada

2. Are you married? How long? yes - 16 yrs

3. Do you have any children? Ages? yes 3 girls - 15, 12, and 9 and all of them going on 30

4. Do you have any pets? yes - dog - her name is pixie

5. What do you do for a living? Work? Stay at home? legal secretary

6. What is your favorite movie? all time hard to say - currently transformers 2, GI joe, the proposal

7. What is your favorite book? Dresden series, sookie stackhouse series, bone crossed series

8. What is/are your favorite TV show(s)? too many to name

9. What is your favorite food? chocolate, desserts

10. What type of music do you listen to? Do you have a favorite group/singer/band etc.? country music

11. Where did you do your schooling from? Welland, ontario - post secondary - ottawa and north bay

12. Do you like sports? What's your favorite football team? no - but we are a soccer and volleyball household

13. How many siblings do you have? 5 - 4 sisters and a brother

14. Did you always want to be a XXX? (your profession) not til later in life - 2nd career

15. What do you like to do in your spare time? read, crotchet, puzzles

16. Any interesting places that you've traveled to lately? seattle

17. Any particular cuisines or dishes that you like the most? nothing spicy but otherwise anything but fish

18. What is your attitude when it comes to money? Are you a spender or a saver? spender - but can save - also always looking for a bargain

19. What does your name mean? no clue

20. When is your birthday? March

21. What is your zodiac sign? pisces

22. What are your preferences when it comes to clothes and fashion? comfort above all else

23. Are you an introvert or an extrovert? introvert - takes me a while to warm up - but once i do look out

24. Are you an outdoors person? absolutely not

25. Are you an adventurous person by nature or do you prefer playing it safe? mostly safe - but i do like to get my feet wet once and awhile

26. How was your childhood like? not long enough

27. Post a recent picture of yourself....
__________________

[*Nessa*]

Just to let you all know I have sent very quick pm’s (so please excuse the point form guys) to the following users to check if they would like to be included in the FE:

Ackjtal
Martian767
DisneyCrunch
jejojual

Also I have received the emails with changes – sorry about the kids ages muck up guys I will fix it up & re send on Sat if that’s ok, as we may have another 4 families by then.

Also someone asked a question about rooms with no kids – just look at column C – this details all the travellers in a cabin and their ages - So for example my cell has DH – 35 & Me-30, and that's it, so no kids !

But we can add an addition column that has Kids Y/N if that would make it easier for people, just let me now.

Thanks
Ness

[boundfordisney]

Welcome Ackjtal from another canadian, I live in Hamilton . My dh has been working up north between both Sudbury and North bay for the past month or so . Cant wait for the hot weather once again! Looks like we are gonna have lots of new friends on this cruise even before we set sail!:cool1:

[boundfordisney]

Nessa have you heard from Morgans mommy? I may have her email so if needed I will send her out a message,

[Disneyholic]

General GTKY…
1. Where do you live? North Bay, Ontario Canada

We went to Manitoulin Island a few years back and crossed the land bridge to go across country to Niagara Falls. I seem to remember seeing signs for North Bay as we went through. Saw my first Black Bear on that trip and also saw the beginning of the Northern Lights, but by the next night we were too far south to see them again. What we saw was beautiful, but hadn't gone to full color till after we went to bed, so we could get up early the next morning to drive.

[brubakersluvdisney]

I want to do the FE but I don't have enough posts to pm nessa yet.

[DisneyCrunch]

I never decided on the FE...I figured the deadline came and went and that made my decision for me...but now that I'm being given a second chance I can't help but think maybe we should do it...ahhhhhhhh indecision... I'll PM you tonight with my final answer Nessa...thansk for taking care of this--you must be sooooooo busy!!!!

Ready for my latest freak-out? :scared1::scared1::scared1: I can't find my youngest kid's birth certificate :scared1::scared1::scared1: Please oh please oh please tell me the town clerk can get me one in short order... she was born in the middle of NOWHERE so it really wouldn't be that surprising if they needed to chop down the tree to make the paper while they start grinding the bugs to make the ink while they... ... ... Could take 3 years to get a copy of a BC for all I know! :headache::headache::headache: It should be with all the others and it's not...I think I must have thrown it out in a recent "reorganization" of my "important stuff" :sad2::sad2::sad2::eek::eek::eek::sad1: The office is closed tomorrow so I have to wait till Thursday to even talk to them. There really is nowhere else in the house it could be but what do you want to bet I tear the place apart over the next 24 hours JUST IN CASE I decided on a whim to place that ONE BC in the............refrigerator????? :scared::scared::scared:

[brubakersluvdisney]

Really excited about trip. We haven't received our package yet. Spoke with TA, she said it should be here any time. Also, I haven't received Rm# yet. Will that come with package?:rolleyes1

[brubakersluvdisney]

Did find out last week that we were upgrade from inside standard to oceanview deluxe. But they didn't have a stateroom# yet:cool1:

[brubakersluvdisney]

I didn't tell the DD's, it will just be our a little surpirse.:banana:

[brubakersluvdisney]

DD's are very excited about meeting all of you and trying out the FE's

[brubakersluvdisney]

Just purchased FE on ebay. Can't wait to get it.:thumbsup2

[Ackjtal]

Welcome Ackjtal from another canadian, I live in Hamilton . My dh has been working up north between both Sudbury and North bay for the past month or so . Cant wait for the hot weather once again! Looks like we are gonna have lots of new friends on this cruise even before we set sail!:cool1:

hey

i am originally from welland

and at one time or another have had family living in hamilton

up in north bay - we didn't have any warm weather - so i am looking forward to warm weather period

[Disneyholic]

Documents are sent via UPS to you or your travel agent if you used one. To track your documents you need your cruise reservation number, your country & your zipcode (if using a travel agent, their zipcode) to put into this link
http://wwwapps.ups.com/WebTracking/reference?loc=en_US

Your reservation number goes in the Shipment Reference box.
This will track your documents and tell you when they will be delivered. If you used a travel agent, they will get them and should call you. With the tracking, you will know when they get them.

My documents were delivered to my TA at 1:15 this afternoon. My TA called at 3 to let me know they were there. I told him I already knew:lmao:. I am picking them up tomorrow. He will probably sit me down to explain how to fill them out, just like he did last year. Last Year I already had all the stuff done online and I do this year too.

[Ackjtal]

We went to Manitoulin Island a few years back and crossed the land bridge to go across country to Niagara Falls. I seem to remember seeing signs for North Bay as we went through. Saw my first Black Bear on that trip and also saw the beginning of the Northern Lights, but by the next night we were too far south to see them again. What we saw was beautiful, but hadn't gone to full color till after we went to bed, so we could get up early the next morning to drive.

manitoulin island is beautiful - i know a lot of people who camp there

when my parents lived to the north of us - we used to get to see the beginning of the lites - but i have never been far enough north to see them in their full glory

[Disneyholic]

manitoulin island is beautiful - i know a lot of people who camp there

when my parents lived to the north of us - we used to get to see the beginning of the lites - but i have never been far enough north to see them in their full glory

We tent camped there. It was absolutely gorgeous. Our DS went swimming in Lake Huron and we camped in a campground just a few miles from the South Baymouth ferry landing. A customer & her husband have a summer cottage on the lake there.

We had been up once before for a day trip. We camped in Owen Sound & ferried over and they picked us up and gave us the grand tour of the island.

[Ackjtal]

We tent camped there. It was absolutely gorgeous. Our DS went swimming in Lake Huron and we camped in a campground just a few miles from the South Baymouth ferry landing. A customer & her husband have a summer cottage on the lake there.

We had been up once before for a day trip. We camped in Owen Sound & ferried over and they picked us up and gave us the grand tour of the island.

i must say you sure picked a good spot

where do you camp in the states or where have
you camped
i have been to ohio and seattle and it seems i
have more family in the states then i know
about or so my father told me

look i have updated my profile - i am learning

[Ackjtal]

look i have 11 posts

now all i need to do is figure out how to do a private message

have emailed nessa re FE:woohoo:

my sister in law is in

she is currently living in seattle with her husband and 2 DS

we are doing the big family thing but are very interested in getting to know people on board:banana:

unfortunately we will not be able to make the meeting as we won't get to the ship until closer to 4:sad2:

i am hoping there will be some way to hook up with some if not all of you another way:cutie:

[Disneyholic]

look i have 11 posts

now all i need to do is figure out how to do a private message



Left click on the user name of the person you want to PM. A drop down menu will appear and one of the options is private message. Click on that and a new screen will open to write your message.

[Disneyholic]

i must say you sure picked a good spot

where do you camp in the states or where have
you camped
i have been to ohio and seattle and it seems i
have more family in the states then i know
about or so my father told me

look i have updated my profile - i am learning

We have camped in a State campground on Long Island, NY, and the KOA in Watkins Glen, NY, but most of our camping trips have been around Canada, in the Thousand Island, Niagara Falls and Cardinal as well as Owen Sound on our way to Manitoulin Island. We also haved camped around our home state of PA, New Jersey and Maryland near Goddard Space Center.

We don't camp in Florida because of the heat mostly and more & bigger bugs.:scared1:

[Mom22tinks]

Did find out last week that we were upgrade from inside standard to oceanview deluxe. But they didn't have a stateroom# yet:cool1:

Congrats Brubaker!

Jessica

[Eeyore'sthebest]

I just checked the UPS website. Says they delivered my cruise docs yesterday afternoon. :confused3 DH is going home to scour the front porch. I hate this. We are also expecting 3 other packages. If something was stolen I will be ticked!!!! :headache:

Oh and to top it off, we need to get off the boat one month from today. :sad::sad::sad::sad:

[Disneyholic]

I just checked the UPS website. Says they delivered my cruise docs yesterday afternoon. :confused3 DH is going home to scour the front porch. I hate this. We are also expecting 3 other packages. If something was stolen I will be ticked!!!! :headache:

Oh and to top it off, we need to get off the boat one month from today. :sad::sad::sad::sad:

Well, at least you know that they were sent and you have enough time to call for new ones if you can't find them.

[jd99]

Our cruise docs appeared yesterday! :banana::cool1::banana::banana::banana:

[brubakersluvdisney]

Thanks.

[brubakersluvdisney]

TA just called, our were delivered this morning. Picking them up at noon
:cheer2:

[Eeyore'sthebest]

DH found them! :cheer2::cheer2:

He stuck them behind our garbage can! What's up with that??? It obviously wasn't our regular UPS man. :sad2: But at least they were found. Yeah!!!

[Disneyholic]

Yay!!! Glad he found them. I pick mine up at AAA today.:cheer2:

[Ackjtal]

We don't camp in Florida because of the heat mostly and more & bigger bugs.:scared1:[/QUOTE]

i with you re the bugs:scared1:

sounds like a great time

most of our vacations are around the province - we have a lot of family so we always figure out a way to visit them as well

big vk's like this cruise are done every couple of yrs:upsidedow - it takes that long to saveup:sad2::laughing:

[Disneyholic]

We don't camp in Florida because of the heat mostly and more & bigger bugs.:scared1:

i with you re the bugs:scared1:

sounds like a great time

most of our vacations are around the province - we have a lot of family so we always figure out a way to visit them as well

big vk's like this cruise are done every couple of yrs:upsidedow - it takes that long to saveup:sad2::laughing:[/quote]

We have a small pop-up camper, a full size conversion van (1993) with sofa bed, TV & vcp and 2 cabin tents (1 - 2 room 1 - 3 room). We have been know to set up the tents or the pop-up in our own yard and pretend we are camping out.:lmao:The neighbors probably think we're crazy when they see us coming out in the morning, but we're having fun, and sometimes it's the only vacation we get.

[brubakersluvdisney]

Does anyone know anything about stateroom# 2000.

[DisneyMommaSteph]

http://www.wdwinfo.com/wdwinfo/cruise-new/roomreport.cfm?Room=2000

Here's some info in the reviews of room 2000....

[DisneyCrunch]

New crop of questions...

We're on deck 8 mid/aft...when I look at the deck plan there appears to be a narrow (white on the map) hallway and then a grey block in the middle of the ship that runs most of the length of the ship (minus space for elevators and stairs) What is the grey block? In other words if I walk out of my room on Deck 8 what am I looking at? A wall? Clear as mud?

Can I bring snacks off the ship for excursions?

I had one more but I forgot it! :confused3

TIA!

[Disneyholic]

We're on deck 8 mid/aft...when I look at the deck plan there appears to be a narrow (white on the map) hallway and then a grey block in the middle of the ship that runs most of the length of the ship (minus space for elevators and stairs) What is the grey block? In other words if I walk out of my room on Deck 8 what am I looking at? A wall? Clear as mud?TIA!

That is about what you are looking at although there are a few doors in the wall for crew use only to crew only areas. We were on deck 8 in a cat. 4 last year about midship. In that area, if you think about it, are the deck 9 pools. The top of the pools are level with deck 9 so the water has to be somewhere.

[shellfish_mickfish]

DH found them! :cheer2::cheer2:

He stuck them behind our garbage can! What's up with that??? It obviously wasn't our regular UPS man. :sad2: But at least they were found. Yeah!!!

Glad you found them! Ours were delivered to the TA. I'm out of town for work so I'm hoping they will be there when I get back! This month is really crazy for me this month so I am REALLY counting the days! :hourglass

[Eeyore'sthebest]

Okay, 3 weeks from today we are leaving to drive to Florida. I sooooo can't wait. The guy who sits across from was out with the flu at the end of last week. Came in Monday hacking up a storm. I wasn't very pleasant. :rolleyes1 His boss, who sits next to him has been out since Monday. You guessed it, sick as a dog. And today, I started feeling like crap. Oh well, if we get it hopefully it will be through the house long before we leave. And his sounded more like an upper respitory infection than the flu. :sad2:

The FE that we ordered arrived today. Not sure what DH and DD wanted but I like it. They think the pockets are too small. :confused3 Maybe they're expecting a lot of loot. :rotfl2:

And Disneyholic, I had never thought about where the water was housed below the deck. That's pretty funny!! :rotfl2::rotfl2: I hope it doesn't spring a leak Jen - just kidding. :lmao:

[Disneyholic]

If it springs a leak, deck 8 is the least of the worries. Water goes down.

[DisneyMommaSteph]

Eeeek. Pools outside my door?!?!?! That's kinda funny...never really thought about that.

The sickies are about the place here as well. Hopefully *if* everyone is going to get sick it'll run through before the cruise...*crosses fingers*....Today my oldest is home with a fever and a cough. I had a cold last week...and I'm just starting to feel better. I really wish I could just live in a bubble to insure that everyone is healthy for the trip. It scares me with all these sickies...I don't want to miss it.

Did you call the town clerk yet about the birth certificate Jen?

Since I changed my room number the day the travel docs arrived will they send me a whole new set of Docs?

[Eeyore'sthebest]

Eeeek. Pools outside my door?!?!?! That's kinda funny...never really thought about that.

The sickies are about the place here as well. Hopefully *if* everyone is going to get sick it'll run through before the cruise...*crosses fingers*....Today my oldest is home with a fever and a cough. I had a cold last week...and I'm just starting to feel better. I really wish I could just live in a bubble to insure that everyone is healthy for the trip. It scares me with all these sickies...I don't want to miss it.

Did you call the town clerk yet about the birth certificate Jen?

Since I changed my room number the day the travel docs arrived will they send me a whole new set of Docs?You sound like me! I've forbidden everyone to get sick. :rotfl2: And guess who's home with a bad stomach ache today! You guessed it, me!! :sick: I haven't been home really sick in over a year. Nice, huh?!!
DH has to go to the doc for a check up for something today (good wife can't remember why :lmao:). I'm praying he doesn't pick anything up there. :goodvibes

Stay healthy everyone! I've got DD taking so many vitamins its not funny. Every night she sits down with the big bottles and starts opening them. She's asked for one of those pill containers for them. :rotfl: I've become a nut job! :rotfl2:

[Ackjtal]

Alright folks

here is disgusting for you -- we had a 1/2 inch layer of snow on the ground this am:headache:

so as i am trying to find all the winter paraphenallia here - all i can think about is it better not snow during the cruise:scared:

christ - you think we lived in the arctic or something:mad:

this cruise just can't come fast:boat:

[Eeyore'sthebest]

Alright folks

here is disgusting for you -- we had a 1/2 inch layer of snow on the ground this am:headache:

so as i am trying to find all the winter paraphenallia here - all i can think about is it better not snow during the cruise:scared:

christ - you think we lived in the arctic or something:mad:

this cruise just can't come fast:boat:Don't you live in Canada though?

My parents live in Colorado, front range - not even the mountains. They had 18 inches of snow last week!! :scared1: It's all melted now but still 18" before Halloween sounded really bad.

And yes, the cruise can't come fast enough!!! :thumbsup2

[DisneyCrunch]

That's funny disneyholic (the pool outside our door) I'm gonna do my best to try to figure out just what's back there when we're on the boat ;) I wasn't sure if it was a balcony or a.......???

I've got two home sick here. "flu-like symptoms" The whole town where I live is oinking :lmao: (35% out at the local highschool 9+ out of 24 at my kids' school) I'm actually kind of glad to get it over with so it doesn't ruin our cruise and so it's not looming over our heads all winter... Ask me again if I feel this way when *I* have it AND all three of my kids are home bouncing on my head. :rotfl:

I'm a big vitamin pusher too Allison and I make a really nice elderberry syrup which I'm making today to give the entire family every single day from now until the cruise!

Called the town clerk where my kids were born today to get the cert for my youngest replaced--she said she'd get started on the birth cert and asked "Would you like to pick it up today or Saturday?" PHEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEW! :goodvibes:thumbsup2:)

Happy Birthday Steph!!!! :flower3::cake:

[Mom22tinks]

Hi guys! There was an article in my local paper today about how all the local schools are showing higher absentee levels due to the flu. :eek: I just hope we manage not to get sick or atleast not for the cruise. I keep telling my girls they can't get sick because we can't afford to have them out of school since I am takiing them out for 5 days for the cruise. I'll definately have to up their vitamin intake.

I am waiting for my FE to come in. I've been working on FE gifts. Just need to get final numbers so I can finish up.

Trying to finalize our excursion plans. :confused3(Nothing like leaving things to the last minute) And shopping for a formal dress today.

Hope you feel better Allison! Think I am going to go out and buy some hand santizer for the whole family to carry around. :idea:


Jessica

[DisneyCrunch]

Oh and I forgot Ackjtal--that IS disgusting. We've had one insignificant snow so far and as far as I'm concerned that can be IT for the winter :lmao::rotfl2::rotfl::laughing: (I live in VT :mad:)

Oh yea and one more thing: Steph's cruise docs are way cooler than mine. Mine are all dumb and boring, she actually has some stuff that's useful! I don't get it since we're on linked reservations with everything the same but...:upsidedow

[Ackjtal]

Don't you live in Canada though?

My parents live in Colorado, front range - not even the mountains. They had 18 inches of snow last week!! :scared1: It's all melted now but still 18" before Halloween sounded really bad.

And yes, the cruise can't come fast enough!!! :thumbsup2


Yeah i live in canada

but that doesn't mean i like the snow

frankly if it came for christmas and left i would be very happy:banana:

and your right we usually get snow that comes in october and goes away

the problem with snow now is it means that it usually stays

I am counting on the disney gang to give us great weather:wizard:

[Ackjtal]

Hey

I just read an article that says if you peel onions and put them in a bowl in the rooms in your house you won't get sick:confused3

supposedly the onions have an antibacterial and antiviral agent in them:)

and if you are already sick you are supposed to put the a sliced onion in your socks - it will draw out the poisons:scared1:

anyway i am going to try it - lets hope the dog doesn't eat the onions

[DisneyMommaSteph]

Called the town clerk where my kids were born today to get the cert for my youngest replaced--she said she'd get started on the birth cert and asked "Would you like to pick it up today or Saturday?" PHEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEW! :goodvibes:thumbsup2:)

Super YAY! Glad that the little one can go now...hehe...I just need to find all of ours.

Happy Birthday Steph!!!! :flower3::cake:
Thanks! Not my best B-day yet with my sweetie sick (and they all woke up at 5:30am) and the hubster at school till 9:30pm. At least he got me a cake, and some cute presents/flowers last night to celebrate. Hopefully mom will at least deliver me a B-day meal...if we can't go there to celebrate with sicky vicky. I think I'm going to have to continue celebrating by going out again tomorrow night. I'm going to need it...Plus...I plan on celebrating on the cruise. Dang, if I have to get a year older...may as well celebrate the entire month, right???



:)

[DisneyMommaSteph]

That's crazy about the onions.

Oh...and to what Jen said RE: my Doc's being cooler. Really...mine had info about tipping...and other stuff...her's had barely anything. What do your cruise Docs have in em?

[yukongirl123]

Fedex just delivered the cruise docs!:cool1:

Got tickets for the opening night of Disney on Ice in Vancouver as a surprise for my son,then we will go to Cocoa Beach for two nights. Post cruise we will be at POFQ for five nights. Just finished making all the advance ADR's. Nothing left to do now but pack!

Janice

[jd99]

I can't believe that we leave three weeks from today. In fact, I think we'll be in the air right now three weeks from today.

I have SO much work to do before then to wrap up a couple big projects for clients - that I don't know exactly when I will get it all done. I hope to not have to work too much on this cruise, but i can guarantee you'll see me either in the promenade lounge at night time a couple of times with my laptop and a glass of wine. Hopefully I can keep it to that.

Happy Thursday everyone!

[suzannecat]

Hey

I just read an article that says if you peel onions and put them in a bowl in the rooms in your house you won't get sick:confused3

supposedly the onions have an antibacterial and antiviral agent in them:)

and if you are already sick you are supposed to put the a sliced onion in your socks - it will draw out the poisons:scared1:

anyway i am going to try it - lets hope the dog doesn't eat the onions

I just learned this a few months ago... For ear infections, chop up a bit of onion, squish out and warm up the juice in the microwave, use a dropper to put a few warm drops in the ear, and it helps relieve the pain. Sounds weird and disgusting but it worked well and very quickly (within minutes) on both my kids last month. We still got antibiotics- but the onion juice helped them sleep the first night before the meds kicked in.

Right now, I've got one home with a lowgrade fever and a bit of coughing. Not sure what to make of it, but as with the rest of you, I'm glad he got it NOW and not later in the month...

[Mom22tinks]

Hey

I just read an article that says if you peel onions and put them in a bowl in the rooms in your house you won't get sick:confused3

supposedly the onions have an antibacterial and antiviral agent in them:)

and if you are already sick you are supposed to put the a sliced onion in your socks - it will draw out the poisons:scared1:

anyway i am going to try it - lets hope the dog doesn't eat the onions

Wow! That sounds interesting. Who would have thought it. The onions in the socks though.. hmmmm.. Wonder if eating them regularly does the same thing.
Jessica

[jd99]

Hey Allison - Just found out I'm heading to NYC the Monday and Tuesday AFTER our cruise to meet up with a new potential client. What is up with the hotel rates in the city? I can't get ANYTHING decent for under 400 bucks.

[Ackjtal]

[QUOTE=suzannecat;34218724]I just learned this a few months ago... For ear infections, chop up a bit of onion, squish out and warm up the juice in the microwave, use a dropper to put a few warm drops in the ear, and it helps relieve the pain. Sounds weird and disgusting but it worked well and very quickly (within minutes) on both my kids last month.

i am going to have to try that as my youngest is prone to ear infections and she is not a very good patient when she has one

[Disneyholic]

we are doing the big family thing but are very interested in getting to know people on board:banana:unfortunately we will not be able to make the meeting as we won't get to the ship until closer to 4:sad2:

i am hoping there will be some way to hook up with some if not all of you another way:cutie:

Closer to 4? I hope you aren't cutting it too close. Doesn't the ship leave dock at 4?

[jen-n-greg]

k- we are 3 weeks away today -we fly down on Thanksgiving-- and I am starting to freak. I am busy every weeekend with 2 Thanksgiving dinners, 2 b-day parties, and my DD15 Volleyball tryouts:eek: I know I am going to forget something - I just remembered the other day I have to find a place for my dogs to stay :headache:And I'm sure we need some clothes. Ok-- I haven't had time to read the last few pages yet-- but I am worried about the FE. I signed up ahile ago-- and was told I was on the list-- and recently sent 2-3 PMs - still haven't received anything :confused3 I hope I get to participate as I have a really cool FE :thumbsup2

Okay- on another note-- my mom wants me to book her a room on the DREAM :cool1: Took 6 years, but she has finally agreed to give it a shot-- she loved the pics (well- drawings) I showed her of the Dream. K- has anyone ever booked a room for someone else? I will need 3 total-- how does it work? And again, should I do it Monday, or wait til I'm on the Magic?

Hope everyone else is more organized than me :laughing:

[Mom22tinks]

k- we are 3 weeks away today -we fly down on Thanksgiving-- and I am starting to freak. I am busy every weeekend with 2 Thanksgiving dinners, 2 b-day parties, and my DD15 Volleyball tryouts:eek: I know I am going to forget something - I just remembered the other day I have to find a place for my dogs to stay :headache:And I'm sure we need some clothes. Ok-- I haven't had time to read the last few pages yet-- but I am worried about the FE. I signed up ahile ago-- and was told I was on the list-- and recently sent 2-3 PMs - still haven't received anything :confused3 I hope I get to participate as I have a really cool FE :thumbsup2


Hope everyone else is more organized than me :laughing:

Just jumping in here... you are on my FE list. Nessa sent it out a few days ago and asked us to make sure all the info is good and she'll send out a final on Saturday. So, check your email or I can forward a copy to you.
HTH
Jessica

[Eeyore'sthebest]

Jen,
You need to send Nessa your email address or send it to one of us so that we can forward it to you. You are definitely in!!

[Eeyore'sthebest]

Hey Allison - Just found out I'm heading to NYC the Monday and Tuesday AFTER our cruise to meet up with a new potential client. What is up with the hotel rates in the city? I can't get ANYTHING decent for under 400 bucks.
Jeff - You do realize it's Christmas time right? Everybody and their brother goes to NYC in December. I work across from Radio City. I swear it is everyone and their brother!!! I hate going outside during the month of December as the crowds are huge. Did you try across the river in Secaucus, Hoboken or Jersey City? You can take the bus or train in for so much less than staying in NYC. And if push comes to shove, I always have a couch!! :thumbsup2

[jen-n-greg]

K-- Thanks guys for letting me know I'm on the FE list-- my kids are really looking forward to it :) I checked my email - and nothing. I sent another message to Nessa with my email-- but if anyone else wants to send it to me it is gjstr5@aol.com

Thanks :goodvibes

[Eeyore'sthebest]

K-- Thanks guys for letting me know I'm on the FE list-- my kids are really looking forward to it :) I checked my email - and nothing. I sent another message to Nessa with my email-- but if anyone else wants to send it to me it is gjstr5@aol.com

Thanks :goodvibesJust sent it to you!!

[jd99]

Jeff - You do realize it's Christmas time right? Everybody and their brother goes to NYC in December. I work across from Radio City. I swear it is everyone and their brother!!! I hate going outside during the month of December as the crowds are huge. Did you try across the river in Secaucus, Hoboken or Jersey City? You can take the bus or train in for so much less than staying in NYC. And if push comes to shove, I always have a couch!! :thumbsup2

Yes...but i've been there before around this time of year and never have the rates been THIS high. And while I know that staying in jersey city is cheaper, if I'm coming to NYC, I'm staying in the city. I can't get into the trip in and out plus I need the hotel as my pit stop in between meetings and hook ups with friends. I appreciate the couch offer too! :thumbsup2 I used some points to bring down the price slightly at the W in Times Square so it looks like I'll just bite the bullet and hope this trip scores me some new biz to make it worthwhile.

[Eeyore'sthebest]

Yes...but i've been there before around this time of year and never have the rates been THIS high. And while I know that staying in jersey city is cheaper, if I'm coming to NYC, I'm staying in the city. I can't get into the trip in and out plus I need the hotel as my pit stop in between meetings and hook ups with friends. I appreciate the couch offer too! :thumbsup2 I used some points to bring down the price slightly at the W in Times Square so it looks like I'll just bite the bullet and hope this trip scores me some new biz to make it worthwhile. Glad you got the price reduced but the W in Times Square, geez dude no wonder it was so expensive!! Don't forget to make one last stop at the World of Disney store before they close. They're shutting down at the end of the year!! :sad1:

And I guess the economy is improving if they're able to sell out hotel rooms at those rates. You should consider that a good thing, right?? :goodvibes

[jd99]

Glad you got the price reduced but the W in Times Square, geez dude no wonder it was so expensive!! Don't forget to make one last stop at the World of Disney store before they close. They're shutting down at the end of the year!! :sad1:

And I guess the economy is improving if they're able to sell out hotel rooms at those rates. You should consider that a good thing, right?? :goodvibes

Oh - the W was the BEST price I could come up with because I was able to use points to have it reduced. I tried everything from the Affinia Dupont to the Marriott Marquis, the NY Hilton, Sheratons, various Kimpton properties, Crown Plaza, a couple of places in Soho, etc. etc. etc. But I am going to have at least two meetings midtown and one in Soho area so going anywhere too far away from those is not going to work. Didn't know about the World of Disney store. That IS sad. Girls are going to be sad when we come in March for the Big East Tournament as that was a beloved stop.

[brubakersluvdisney]

I just don't think I can wait any longer. I can't hardly contain myself.:banana:

[Disneyholic]

I just don't think I can wait any longer. I can't hardly contain myself.:banana:

We're all in the same boat, or in our case ship!!!!!:banana::banana::banana:

[Eeyore'sthebest]

I just don't think I can wait any longer. I can't hardly contain myself.:banana:Are you guys participating in the FE exchange? I'm so excited that I'm getting my gifts ready before Nessa sends out her list. So I just want to pack bags for your kiddos if you are. :goodvibes Thanks.

[Ackjtal]

Closer to 4? I hope you aren't cutting it too close. Doesn't the ship leave dock at 4?

We were told 4:30

and we booked everything through disney so hopefully they've done their job properly and we make it on time:eek:

we get in to orlando around 2 and then we get shuttled in by them

i am not sure how long the drive takes

[jd99]

We were told 4:30

and we booked everything through disney so hopefully they've done their job properly and we make it on time:eek:

we get in to orlando around 2 and then we get shuttled in by them

i am not sure how long the drive takes

It's about 45 minutes from the airport. If you booked through Disney, you'll be fine.

[Eeyore'sthebest]

We were told 4:30

and we booked everything through disney so hopefully they've done their job properly and we make it on time:eek:

we get in to orlando around 2 and then we get shuttled in by them

i am not sure how long the drive takesAs someone who is anal-rentatively early for EVERYTHING, this gives me heart palpitations. :rotfl2:

And Jeff is obviously correct so don't worry about what I said. My DH and I are always the first people everywhere. He just left 30 minutes early for a dr's appt that is 3 minutes away (with traffic). :rotfl2:

[DisneyCrunch]

As someone who is anal-rentatively early for EVERYTHING, this gives me heart palpitations. :rotfl2:

And Jeff is obviously correct so don't worry about what I said. My DH and I are always the first people everywhere. He just left 30 minutes early for a dr's appt that is 3 minutes away (with traffic). :rotfl2:


I am with you Allison (and with Jeff too in assuming it will be okay cause disney booked it) but DANG I'd be a ball of nerves. I'm totally neurotic about being on time too (like I'd prefer to be 2 hours early rather than 2 MINUTES late...)

I really think it WILL be okay for you though ackjtal

[Ackjtal]

As someone who is anal-rentatively early for EVERYTHING, this gives me heart palpitations. :rotfl2:

And Jeff is obviously correct so don't worry about what I said. My DH and I are always the first people everywhere. He just left 30 minutes early for a dr's appt that is 3 minutes away (with traffic). :rotfl2:

actually i had planned to spend the evening or tomorrow on the phone with them so that everything was good - so you are not the only one who is a little on the neurotic side:laughing:

[Ackjtal]

It's about 45 minutes from the airport. If you booked through Disney, you'll be fine.

good to know:thumbsup2

b/c that means we will be there a little earlier than 4

[Disneyholic]

good to know:thumbsup2

b/c that means we will be there a little earlier than 4

This comes from the FAQ from DCL official site:

Preparing For Your Cruise
Question:
When can I board the ship? Answer For our Bahamian and Caribbean cruises, check-in registration begins at 10:30 a.m. and embarkation begins at 1:00 p.m. All Guests must board the ship no later than 4:00 p.m. Please plan your arrival accordingly to avoid the possibility of not being permitted to sail with us. For the European and Mediterranean cruises, check-in registration and embarkation typically begins at 10:30 a.m.


That is why I was concerned about you getting there "a little before 4".

If Disney is providing the transportation then the ship has to wait for them to get you there. I am just worried for you if there is some problem with the airplane getting to the airport on time to get the bus. I'm surprised Disney is cutting it that close, too.

[Disneyholic]

As someone who is anal-rentatively early for EVERYTHING, this gives me heart palpitations. :rotfl2:

And Jeff is obviously correct so don't worry about what I said. My DH and I are always the first people everywhere. He just left 30 minutes early for a dr's appt that is 3 minutes away (with traffic). :rotfl2:

Right there with you Allison. Last year we drove down and got there the night before and stayed in Cocoa Beach to make sure we were close enough to get there by 10 am. If I got there that late I would definately be having palpitations. I worry about everything.

[Mom22tinks]

Hey

I just read an article that says if you peel onions and put them in a bowl in the rooms in your house you won't get sick:confused3

supposedly the onions have an antibacterial and antiviral agent in them:)

and if you are already sick you are supposed to put the a sliced onion in your socks - it will draw out the poisons:scared1:

anyway i am going to try it - lets hope the dog doesn't eat the onions

While I was sitting in the waiting room waiting for my girls to finish their dental cleanings I was reading a Readers Digest article that stated that eating blueberries, spinach, broccoli and onions all help you to not get the flu. Especially red onions which had the most of the thing that helped your immune system. Thought this was cool and thought I would share. :thumbsup2

[Martian767]

ACKJTAL

1. Where do you live? North Bay, Ontario Canada

What a small world ... my uncle lives in North bay, Ontario!!:)

[Eeyore'sthebest]

Seriously, is it time to go yet??? While I was home sick (feeling much better now), I packed. :rotfl2: Guess I wasn't too sick. :rolleyes: Okay, I'm so busy during the week that any down time needs to be filled. So yesterday I spent all day steaming our clothes. DH had already packed himself so I just had DD and myself. Umm, except for the dress clothes, underwear and toiletries, we're all packed clothing wise. And that includes a bag for the hotel for the first 3 days and the bags for the ship. :rotfl2:

Good thing I'm feeling better. I'd be bored out of my mind. Did you guys know that there is nothing good on daytime television??? Just how much of the View can people tolerate?? :confused3

[*Nessa*]

So it looks like most of you have your cruise doc and I would love ours but because of distance etc we won’t get them till be arrive at our WDW hotel a few days before we sail.

I am dying to know what’s you get ………..

[Eeyore'sthebest]

So it looks like most of you have your cruise doc and I would love ours but because of distance etc we won’t get them till be arrive at our WDW hotel a few days before we sail.

I am dying to know what’s you get ………..It's really no big deal. You get the luggage tags - just colored sticky tags with your stateroom number, nothing exciting, onboard airline check-in slips and DCL transportation slips. As we are doing everything ourselves, we threw out everything but the luggage tags. The only reason I get excited is because it means that the cruise is almost here!!!! :banana::banana:

[Ackjtal]

This comes from the FAQ from DCL official site:

[COLOR="Blue"]Preparing For Your Cruise
Question:
That is why I was concerned about you getting there "a little before 4".

If Disney is providing the transportation then the ship has to wait for them to get you there. I am just worried for you if there is some problem with the airplane getting to the airport on time to get the bus. I'm surprised Disney is cutting it that close, too.

My DH and I have the same concerns and we will be contacting them shortly

thanks for the info

you guys actually answer a lot of my Qs b/4 i can even voice them:yay:

[Ackjtal]

ACKJTAL

1. Where do you live? North Bay, Ontario Canada

What a small world ... my uncle lives in North bay, Ontario!!:)


My name is Candy

we have been here for 17 yrs - transplants form other parts of the province
are you from canada too

or do you just have family here

[Ackjtal]

While I was sitting in the waiting room waiting for my girls to finish their dental cleanings I was reading a Readers Digest article that stated that eating blueberries, spinach, broccoli and onions all help you to not get the flu. Especially red onions which had the most of the thing that helped your immune system. Thought this was cool and thought I would share. :thumbsup2

pretty cool

all of my favourite foods:thumbsup2

[erin2470]

Has anybody done this excursion, which we would be on your own? How does it compare to the excursion with disney to the beach right next door? I"m just trying to decide if it would be better to do this one?

thanks

[Martian767]

My name is Candy

we have been here for 17 yrs - transplants form other parts of the province
are you from canada too

or do you just have family here

Nope, born in the US. My father's half-brother, his half-sister, and her family are the only relatives we have in Canada. I believe my uncle has been living in NB since before I was born ... over 38 years!!

[Eeyore'sthebest]

Nessa - Is the FE list closed? Are we good with the list you sent earlier in the week or did other people join? I just want to finalize everything and start packing. The cruise is just around the corner.

Oh, and everyone participating - don't forget to bring zip ties to secure your FE to your fish. We don't want any of them walking away.

[jd99]

Has anybody done this excursion, which we would be on your own? How does it compare to the excursion with disney to the beach right next door? I"m just trying to decide if it would be better to do this one?

thanks

We LOVE Paradise Beach. We've gone there twice and are planning to go back on this sailing. Good food, cheap beer, lots of beach toys, great service. Just a fun fun place.

[Ackjtal]

Nope, born in the US. My father's half-brother, his half-sister, and her family are the only relatives we have in Canada. I believe my uncle has been living in NB since before I was born ... over 38 years!!



cool

what is your uncle's name maybe i know him

where in the US are you from

candy

[Martian767]

cool

what is your uncle's name maybe i know him

where in the US are you from

candy

His name is Jim Alderton.

Hubby and I are from Illinois however for nearly three years now he's been living in California. I'm hoping to eventually get out there in the next couple of years once the housing market turns around and we sell our house.

[Duck Addict]

A friend of mine on another boards reminded me my countdown is now in the teens :banana::banana::banana: (I leave after dinner on Thanksgiving )

In fact, I had finished working on a packing list (version one) an hour earlier:surfweb:

[DisneyCrunch]

SOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO close!!!

And we're on page two?!!!!

I'm gonna have to make up a new GTKY. ;):)

I can't wait another second, any way to fast forward????

Steph has been collecting pirate garb for us all (no good sales where I live :sad2:) and I've been thinking hard about packing (I hope that thinking makes it done--hasn't worked yet :lmao:)

I really can't wait another second!

[Eeyore'sthebest]

Jen - Not to rub it in or anything - but we're packed! :thumbsup2
Only thing that needs packing are the dress clothes that need to be shoved into the suit bag, cameras and toiletries! I'm so excited that I needed to do something. :rotfl2: Now I need to stare at the bags for the next 2.5 weeks. :headache: :lmao:

[jd99]

Jen - Not to rub it in or anything - but we're packed! :thumbsup2
Only thing that needs packing are the dress clothes that need to be shoved into the suit bag, cameras and toiletries! I'm so excited that I needed to do something. :rotfl2: Now I need to stare at the bags for the next 2.5 weeks. :headache: :lmao:

:scared1: Packed? We haven't even brought down the suitcases yet!

Ok - last call for the Cruisemeet. We have a LOT of folks joining us in the Promenade Lounge at 2:45 on day one. If you haven't yet RSVP'd and you want to join us, PM me (yes I can PM again) or email me at jeffd99@yahoo.com. I plan to send the list of attendees out to all mid-week.

Jeff

[Eeyore'sthebest]

I think I'm going to need to go to the WOD store during lunch for my Disney break. I soooo need to get on this boat! :goodvibes

[jd99]

I think I'm going to need to go to the WOD store during lunch for my Disney break. I soooo need to get on this boat! :goodvibes

jealous....

[Eeyore'sthebest]

jealous....I took my little walk. It's beautiful outside but once I got into the store I didn't want to leave. :goodvibes

Christmas music is playing. The decorations are up. And I was in 7th heaven. I had to remind myself not to buy anything. It was very difficult. The family is coming into the city on Sunday and I'm going to take them there. I don't think I'll be able to get DD out of the store without buying something. I know I had a hard time. Dangling all that stuff in the face of a 9 yo is just mean. :lmao: So I'll cave and buy her a little something to tide her over. I'm such a good mom. ;) :rotfl2:

[DisneyMommaSteph]

I'm jealous. I even wish we had our lil Disney Store in the mall--it closed last year...so sad!

Like Jen said--I GOT PIRATE STUFF!!!!! I'm so excited at the deals I got. If you have a Target near you...RUN...don't walk...Their Halloween stuff is 90% off. Practically free! I did have to work a bit because lots of costumes were missing pieces...but for 5.00 bucks I got: Me a costume, a dress--looks like a pirate wench (regularly 24.99). The baby a pirate dress, Cohen a shirt with vest, stripped pirate pants, a belt with scull crossbones, and a head piece wrap thingy. PLUS...some brown pants, boots....miscl. stuff. THEN...I went back and got Jen the same costume as me, a dress costume for Belle, another piratey costume, pants, belt, shirt...and a few other miscl. for 8 bucks. REALLY awesome. Plus I got pirate hat/scarf/eye patch sets for ONE dollar at the $ store. Can you tell I'm excited about the bargin???

Now all I need is to kick this sinus infection...and I'm ready to pack.

Jen...Doooo eit. Make a GTKY....:)

[DisneyCrunch]

It's not rubbing it in Allison, it's inspiration :goodvibes I swear one of these days I'll be posting to say we're packed...I'm starting my list...

Here's a new GTKY as promised. It's pretty dorky but do it anyway! :lmao::thumbsup2

Do you like living where you live? (and remind us again where that is?)

What's your ultimate vacation?

Favorite weekend activity?

Worst pet peeves?

If you could have lunch with someone famous who would it be?

Favorite city?

Favorite drink? (Alcohol if that's your thing--or not if it's not.)

Favorite and least favorite holidays?

Are you a morning person?

Are you a Disney nut?
Some Disney questions:

Favorite Park?
Favorite resort?
Favorite restaurant?
Favorite ride?
Favorite Character?

[DisneyMommaSteph]

Oh, and I forgot to add. I am still lost as to what I'm going to do "excursion" wise. I really don't see myself doing any of the DCL excusion stuff (it's been driven into my head cruising RC that the cruiseline excursins are overpriced)...but I do want to do some beaches...etc. In Key West I got some Flounders time and I think Matt and I will go to some shops/bars...and get Key Lime pie on a stick.
What's everyone else planning at the ports????

I've been reading trip reports pretty mych all day every day....lol...(yes, neglecting housework...and tending to the sick self/kiddo here and there) and I've seen some fun ideas....I just don't know what we will do....



YAY for the GTYK...I'm going to do it in a few...Have to feed the little...

[DisneyCrunch]

My answers:

Do you like living where you live? (and remind us again where that is?) Vermont and not so much. It's the least of the evils as far as where I can live that's close to the rest of my family. If I could move my entire extended family it'd be to N. CA or AZ. Hubby MUST live near a ski mtn.

What's your ultimate vacation?
Part of me wishes I could go to Hawaii but part of me thinks it would ruin me. When I was a kid and we returned home from our first WDW vacation I would fall asleep every night and wish I'd wake back up at Disney. I feel Hawaii may be the adult equivalent for me and my life would never feel satisfying again unless I moved there :rotfl2:

Favorite weekend activity?
Sleeping in. In the summer I love biking with the family, hanging out on the statehouse lawn playing frisbee. In the winter I like to snowboard or snowshoe. I miss the ocean and wish I could go sailing every weekend.

Worst pet peeves?
Someone chewing with his/her mouth open. I hate it when furniture is moved even a few inches from where it should be making the angles funny. I hate it when friends leave voicemail on my phone telling me they called and to call them. That's what caller ID is for. I have very particular ways I like the dishwasher loaded. I'm relatively neurotic.

If you could have lunch with someone famous who would it be?
David Sedaris

Favorite city?
Detroit. Everyone thinks I'm crazy but it is such a beautiful city. So worn down and sad but sooooo beautiful. There are so many awesome GOOD people there.

Favorite drink? (Alcohol if that's your thing--or not if it's not.)
Beer or tequila. I am a freak for good french roast coffee.

Favorite and least favorite holidays?
Thanksgiving is my favorite and Halloween is my least favorite.

Are you a morning person?
No no no. I would be happy if I could stay up till 2 am every day and sleep until noon.

Are you a Disney nut?
Yes 100%
Some Disney questions:

Favorite Park?
Magic Kingdom hands down, but I also love Animal Kingdom.
Favorite resort?
I fell in love with AKL and we're about to stay there for the first time. Can't wait.
Favorite restaurant?
Boma (so far!) I love the Crystal Palace too.
Favorite ride?
Splash Mountain but it's always closed when we go. Soarin' is a close 2nd.
Favorite Character?
Tigger but any Pooh Characters really.

[Eeyore'sthebest]

I'll fill in what I can before I'm forced to go back to work. :goodvibes

Do you like living where you live? (and remind us again where that is?)
New Jersey - And yes I do like the state. Not sure I like the town or the state politics but Jersey is an attitude that can't be replicated. The state has some incredibly beautiful parts and we like it when the tourists stay away from them. :goodvibes

What's your ultimate vacation?
Not sure I have an ultimate but I do love to travel. I'd like to take the family to Europe. I love Europe and want to share. But I guess if I had to pick an ultimate vacation it would be a visit to Disney parks around the world. :goodvibes

Favorite weekend activity?
Hanging with my family and it doesn't matter what we're doing.

Worst pet peeves?
If I listed them all no one would speak to me at the cruise meet. :rotfl2: So I'll just list my big one. I can't stand listening to people clip their nails in public places. I have no problem listening to family members do it at home or when I'm at a nail salon. But nothing creeps me out more than someone clipping their nails behind me on the train or at work. I swear those nails are going to fly into my hair or something. Oh yeah, and loud phone talkers on the train. Dude, you're not the only one on the train. Shut up because no one on the train really cares about your personal life. :headache:

If you could have lunch with someone famous who would it be?
Roy Disney

Favorite city?
New York City

Favorite drink? (Alcohol if that's your thing--or not if it's not.)
Iced Coffee

Favorite and least favorite holidays?
Christmas is the favorite. And 4th of July the least because of my psycho neighbor. I always try to schedule a vacation over the 4th. :goodvibes

Are you a morning person?
Yep. Up at 4:30 in the morning so yes I'm a morning person.

Are you a Disney nut? Yes.

Some Disney questions:

Favorite Park? Magic Kingdom
Favorite resort? Fort Wilderness Campground
Favorite restaurant? Chef Mickey even though the food isn't that great.
Favorite ride? Not sure I have a favorite but DD loves Splash Mountain and I love to go on it with her.
Favorite Character? Eeyore

Phew, got that done before I have to schlepp to my meeting.

[leejill]

We (me, Jill, DH, Lee and 3 girls - Samantha (11), Lauren (9), and Kaitlyn (6 almost) are so excited! It's less than 20 days! Who's got a packing list to share? :yay::yay::yay:

[Ackjtal]

His name is Jim Alderton.

Hubby and I are from Illinois however for nearly three years now he's been living in California. I'm hoping to eventually get out there in the next couple of years once the housing market turns around and we sell our house.

wow that must be tough

you must be really looking forward to this trip

[Ackjtal]

does anyone know if there are specific rules for the FE

I noticed that there are adult names on the list - but i am only putting thinds together for the kids

is that alright:confused3

[brubakersluvdisney]

We are packed and ready to go. Just finishing up FE gifts. Fish extender came in mail today. I even remembered to get the underwater cameras here so I don't have to pay $18. I can't think of anything else we could possibly need.

I hate to wish time away, because it really goes fast enough anyway, but I wish today was Thanksgiving.:cheer2:

[Martian767]

Do you like living where you live? (and remind us again where that is?)
Illinois. Yes, I like living here, maybe not the particular city that I'm living in, but I do like to have the change of seasons and I do prefer the cooler weather. Hubby lives in Irvine and I love that city. Much too expensive to move to though so once I finally move out there we'll have to find something with a comparable feel, but more affordable.

What's your ultimate vacation?
I would really love to do the Adventures by Disney tours of Germany, the Alps and Alaska.

Favorite weekend activity?
Reading a book ... uniterrupted.

Worst pet peeves?
I agree with Eeyore'sthebest and have to say the sound of nail clippers. I also do not like the feel of them being used on myself ... I prefer to have my nails filed. What makes this even worse is the fact that I work for a foot doctor so I hear this noise day in and day out!

If you could have lunch with someone famous who would it be?
Ugh, this is tough. I guess it would have to be my favorite author, Jen Lancaster.

Favorite city?
Chicago

Favorite drink? (Alcohol if that's your thing--or not if it's not.)
Dr. Pepper or unsweetened iced tea

Favorite and least favorite holidays?
Favorite holiday - Easter, because I was born on Easter Sunday! Least favorite - Halloween.

Are you a morning person?
Yes. I believe it is physically impossible for me to sleep in.

Are you a Disney nut?
Oh, yes. Hubby and I were married in WDW, honeymooned there and visit a minimum of once to twice a year.

Some Disney questions:

Favorite Park?
Disney's Animal Kingdom

Favorite resort?
Wilderness Lodge

Favorite restaurant?
Mama Melrose

Favorite ride?
Kilamanjaro Safari

Favorite Character?
Pluto

[Eeyore'sthebest]

does anyone know if there are specific rules for the FE

I noticed that there are adult names on the list - but i am only putting thinds together for the kids

is that alright:confused3I have a small family gift that everyone gets that is specific to NJ, where we're from. I also have a bag for each child. However, I am getting completely separate gifts for adults-only staterooms. I really don't think they want the kid stuff that I bought. If a stateroom has kids in it then they won't get the adult gifts. Make sense?

[jd99]

We (me, Jill, DH, Lee and 3 girls - Samantha (11), Lauren (9), and Kaitlyn (6 almost) are so excited! It's less than 20 days! Who's got a packing list to share? :yay::yay::yay:

Hi Jill - we have two of our girls the same age. You should consider coming to the cruisemeet so the girls can meet. I have a DD11 who will be in Ocean Quest and a DD nearly six who will be in the Oceaneer's Club.

Meet is at 2:45 p.m. on day one in the Promenade Lounge. If you want to come, just PM me with the info on everyone who will be there and your home state/province. I'll be sending out a list mid week.

Tx
jeff