Sept 18 2010 WB TransAtlantic Pirates/Capt Jacks Re-Repoing Repossession Cruise Pt.6

[DisneyVegas1]

WELCOME




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Cruise Itinerary 14 day West Bound Schedule (http://disneycruise.disney.go.com/dcl/en_US/cruises/detail?name=14NightMediterraneanWestCruiseDetailPa ge)



MORE INFORMATION TO COME

Our website is officially up and running!!!

www.transatlanticpirates.com

The official email roll call or anything else you want on the website is rollcall@transatlanticpirates.com

I can't wait to start the roll call!!!

Feel free to send me whatever you want for your roll call. Here are some things that are nice for everyone to know...

DIS Name
First names of those attending
Ages of Kids
How many cruises
Celebrating anything special?
Stateroom # (especially important for gift giving )
A Photo (if you do not want a photo posted send me a clip art or something, I also have a HUGE database of Disney characters I can stick on there if you do not have one)

Let me know if you have any questions!

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LANYARD INFORMATION




Our DIS group will have custom lanyards and name badges for our exciting voyage. These lanyards are FREE to all those who signed up prior to the deadline (a gift courtesy of the generous donation from members of the "lanyard team"). To view the most current list of those who've signed up to receive lanyards (along with their names and staterooms), click here. (http://spreadsheets.google.com/ccc?key=0Ahr_ou9E40qadHBLdzhmcGVrUlhpWklFa2R4cWlNT 3c&hl=en)

Didn't get your lanyards ordered prior to the deadline but still think you might like one? Or did you just join our cruise and are hoping to get in on the lanyard fun? NEVER FEAR!! There are a limited supply of extra lanyards that have already been ordered for folks just like you! If you'd like to get in on the lanyard fun, simply send Erik (tig82174) a PM on the DIS or send an email to wbtalanyards@yahoo.com to see if we can accomodate your traveling party (first come, first serve....while supplies last!!).




THANKS!!!
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Matching Mickey Mouse Club T-Shirts
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On a casual dining evening (date yet to be determined), we are planning our own Mickey Mouse Club Night to make us very disguisable to other Magic guests and to one another! It’s also another great photo opportunity! So if you would like to participate, you can purchase your t-shirt(s) at either www.DisneyStore.com (http://www.disneystore.com/tees-mickey-mouse-club-you-design-it-tee-for-adults/p/1239031/305603/) or Zazzle.com (http://www.zazzle.com/mickey+mouse+club+tshirts).

There are variations of t-shirt styles that you can purchase (especially at Zazzle) for the whole family in a wide range of sizes. So choose your favorite style and don’t forget to personalize it with your name on the back in a LARGE font. Some DISers are choosing Impress as their font of choice, but feel free to use whatever you like best!

On a final note, pack your Ears if you have them to go with your MMC shirt!

Note that Zazzle DOES ship internationally, where DisneyStore does not.

DisneyStore.com (http://www.disneystore.com/disney/store/DSISearch?D=mickey+mouse+club&Dn=0&langId=-1&Nao=0&Ntk=All_Shopping&Nr=AND%28OR%28pStoreID%3A10051%2CpStoreID%3A10601% 2CpStoreID%3A10052%29%2CpPublished%3A1%29&catalogId=10002&Nu=pProductID&Ntt=mickey+mouse+club&Dx=mode+matchallpartial&storeId=10051&Ntx=mode+matchallpartial&Dr=AND%28OR%28pStoreID%3A10051%2CpStoreID%3A10601% 2CpStoreID%3A10052%29%2CpPublished%3A1%29&Ns=pGrossMargin|1||pSortName|0&N=0&categoryId=11776):
Savings Opportunities for DisneyStore.com:

Free shipping of entire order with purchase of adult clothing or accessories.
PROMO CODE: KIDatHEART; expires June 8
$5 shipping on orders of $89 or more.
PROMO CODE: SHIPTODAY; expires June 20
Utilize rebate site MrRebates.com (http://www.mrrebates.com?refid=274497) to get a 5% rebate return on your DisneyStore purchase. Just note that you have to go to the rebate site first and then link to DisneyStore.com directly from their site in order to get the credit.
MrRebates.com (http://www.mrrebates.com?refid=274497) tells you what coupon codes are current (http://mrrebates.com/search_stores.asp?k=disney+store&g_search_option=S) for the merchant.
Zazzle.com (http://www.zazzle.com/mickey+mouse+club+tshirts):
One point to mention is that on Zazzle's site, they have two circular-looking graphic versions of the Mickey Mouse Club t-shirt. One looks like the one Todd posted (http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=36866226&postcount=3616), which is identical to the one on Disney's site, and Zazzle also has a second, a less dazzling one, that does not have the "Member" and "1956" reference. The screenprint is also different in color. So please make sure you select the correct one.

Savings Opportunities for Zazzle.com:

10% off T-Shirts
PROMO CODE: TSHIRTS10OFF; expiration unknown
Utilize rebate site MrRebates.com (http://www.mrrebates.com?refid=274497) to get a 13% rebate return on your Zazzle purchase. Just note that you have to go to the rebate site first and then link to Zazzle.com directly from their site in order to get the credit.
MrRebates.com (http://www.mrrebates.com?refid=274497) lists what coupon codes are current (http://www.mrrebates.com/search_stores.asp?k=Zazzle&g_search_option=S) with Zazzle.
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Pirate Night

Characters of POTC on Pirate Night

Actually , if anyone has any interest in doing a Character On Pirate Night from one of the Pirates of the Caribbean Movies please let me know , as we did this on the last cruise and it was great ... So far we have Capt Jack of course , Elisabeth Swan from Dead Mans Chest - Tia Dalma - Teague Sparrow (jackies dad lol ) - Capt Sao Feng - and Capt Davey Jones ....

So we have LOTS of characters open , plenty versions of Elisabeth Swann , commodore Norrington - Will Turner - Barbossa - Mr.Gibbs - Mr . Cotton - Pintel - Regetti - Beckett- Scarlet- Giselle - BootStrap Bill-my personal fave Anna Maria - and a host of others including just being a swabbie and or Wench , me likes the Salty Wenches ...lol if you have any questions or interest please let me know ....

pirate:

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WB TransAtlantic Pirates Google Map

Add yourself and or see your Fellow cruise mates from all over the world

WB TransAtlantic Pirates Google Map (http://maps.google.com/maps/ms?ie=UTF&msa=0&msid=106673168908728872861.00045d43d8a706cc27287)

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Kids Thread ( This is for Kids Only)

Kids of the TransAtlantic Pirates (http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=2001553)


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ATTENTION!! ATTENTION ON DECK !!

Okay all you Pirates,Princesses,Wenches,Swabbies and just you regular folk , I just got done talking to my T shirt printer (He does all the uniforms and Tees for my 6 Football teams) and He has cleared our design for the Cruise Embarkation T shirt - These will be silk screened and will look wonderful ... We will only be doing White as it will be Hot Hot Hot when we leave Barcelona , ( I was going to do Black but we opted against it)

So , below is the design for the Front and Back of the Official TransAtlantic Pirates Embarkation T-Shirt - - Cost should be 12.00 dollars per shirt , maybe less plus shipping charge .... .... So without further ado , Here is the Design


Order by May 28th





















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That is all , now back to your daily duties ...

pirate:




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Cruise Banner (logo) for signature lines



Thar be many a crew asking me if they can be adding the cruise banner to there signature , And I figured I wouldnt keep it all to me onesies so here be three different sizes you can be adding to your signature line , Beware , those crewmates that dont be adding it could find themselves walking the plank come Sept 2010 ...Savvy ??

Instructions to add Banner to signature line Thanks Tia

Right click the size logo that you want and select properties. Copy the link then go to User CP and Edit Signature. Using the little yellow square (looks like a picture of mountains) above the signature box, paste the link that you copies from the photo properties. Make sure you don't get 2 http entries. Instead of using the yellow box, you can just type then paste the link and end with - no spaces in between the brackets and the link.

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pirate: pirate:

A Brief Photo History of Your Captain pirate:

Captains Transformation Pics (http://disboards.com/showpost.php?p=28066188&postcount=398)



Where to get Adult Beverages before the cruise in Barcelona

Before the 2007 TA, we discovered the wine shop in El Corte Ingles, which is a department store located at the top of Las Ramblas. The wine department is on the lower level, in the grocery store. The selection is fabulous, and the prices incredible!


Pirates doing B2B

pirate: meaning the last Med cruise and the TransAtlanticpirate:


Bear's Mates - Linda & Frank
cruiseletters - never seen a name to go with this one
DisneyCruisin - Jen
DisneyVegas1 - Todd, Helen,Sean and Destin
gofenmom - Georgiana & her friend Melody (my tablemates on EBPC)
Grandma x3 - Chris & Paul
OCD for WD - Kimberly
OKW93 - Michael & Susan
Pluto, - Glenn & Edna
renegade7 - Johanna (my roommate)
TheFairyGodmother & disneypilots - Laura & Mark
tig82174 - Erik & Jason


Morphing Cruise Logo's for those doing B2B

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pirate:

[Buckeye Gal]

If you have any modifications or want to be included on the lists, please send me a PM!

Barcelona Accommodations List

Color Coding Translation:

The first five columns are grouped into colors based on the specific location of a night's accommodations.
The Arrival Date column is color coded by date. This same color coding is used on the Inbound Barcelona Flight Schedule List for dates of arrival into Barcelona. This makes it easier to cross-reference for whatever coordination you want to work out with fellow DISers, if it be to meet up for ground transportation, dining, or whatever else comes to mind that's legal! :rotfl:


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INBOUND BARCELONA FLIGHT SCHEDULES

Color Coding Translation:

Where applicable, the first five columns are color coded in groups of travelers who have close to or exact departure date/times at the same airport. In some cases, these DISers may be on the same flight, or at the very least, you will likely be at the airport at the same time. So if you are in the same terminal, you may want to hook up for a mini-DIS meets! :grouphug:
The Arriving Airport column only has coloring (of DIS green) for Barcelona. Used with the Arrival Date/Time fields, this will to help identify those who will be at the BCN airport around the same time.
Arrival Date and Arrival Time fields have a color that corresponds to the color of Arrival Date on the Barcelona Accommodations List. This is to more easily cross-reference who will be headed to the same place on the same day when you arrive to our embarkation city. :woohoo: Again, this is to help facilitate anyone wanting to coordinate ground transportation :car: or if they simply want to give a hello :wave2: down at Customs/baggage claim.


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[su_kraft]

Hi Everyone!

Here are the current FE groups. There are now 4 closed out groups (Papaya, Kiwi, Pineapple and Pomegranate) and one open list (Coconuts).

The coconut group will remail open until it reaches 15 cabins. At that point, it will be closed and a new group will be open.

We will keep that group open until further notice. I will keep updating my lists, and will try and update the open group weekly.

If you are not on a list and want to be, please be sure to sign up on the website (www.transatlanticpirates.com) AND PM me.


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And our current open group

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[su_kraft]

Calling all tasters! Here are the tastings that I have been keeping up on. As I get more details on these, or people sign up, I will add those changes here. So, to join please PM me!


UPDATE 5/1/2010 - 20 weeks and counting!!
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IF THERE IS AN ERROR OR OMISSION PLEASE PM ME!

[su_kraft]

Attention all ye pirates (pirate:) that ordered shirts!

We are ready to place the order and need payment ASAP.

If you didn't order a shirt and think you want one, there will be a limited supply onboard. We will have Adult Medium to Adult XXL, with the bul being Adult XL. These will be at a first come first serve basis, and pricing will start at $15. Please contact me if you are interested, details for onboard purchase and pickup TBD


Shown below by DIS name is what is owed. This includes shipping. We can't order shirts until the finds have been collected - and we sail in 93 days. So we need to act fast (unless someone has about $1500 sitting around and they want to bank roll the screening process! :rotfl2:)!


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Shirts can not be ordered withut full payment. Payment will be accepted by PayPal (www.paypal.com (http://www.paypal.com)). Once on the site, click on SEND MONEY. Funds are being sent to my PayPal account (Well, mine and DH's, but I trust him as long as Harvey isn't around...) Use the to email address: sue.kraft@gmail.com. PLEASE SELECT PERSONAL TRANSFER as there are no fees as long as you use your bank account or PayPal account. If you use a credit card, you will need to pay a fee. (please don't pass the fee to me!!:scared1:)

Once funds are collected the shirts will be ordered. I will update page one with the info here. Please don't delay on this or we may not have shirts in time. as stated above, WE sail in 93 days... TODD sails before us as he is a back to back cruiser. So, we really need to get a move on!!

If there are any questions or concerns, please PM me or email me at sue.kraft@gmail.com.

Thanks everyone!!

Forgot to add... if your DIS name is in RED I will be bringing your shirt to the ship so that you don't have to pay international shipping. The shipping cost listed in to get the shirts packed up and shipped to me.

[su_kraft]

AS SEEN ABOVE.....

Attention all ye pirates (pirate:) that ordered shirts!

We are ready to place the order and need payment ASAP.

If you didn't order a shirt and think you want one, there will be a limited supply onboard. We will have Adult Medium to Adult XXL, with the bul being Adult XL. These will be at a first come first serve basis, and pricing will start at $15. Please contact me if you are interested, details for onboard purchase and pickup TBD

Shown below by DIS name is what is owed. This includes shipping. We can't order shirts until the finds have been collected - and we sail in 93 days. So we need to act fast (unless someone has about $1500 sitting around and they want to bank roll the screening process! :rotfl2:)!


http://i952.photobucket.com/albums/ae7/su_kraft/finalshirts_1.jpg

http://i952.photobucket.com/albums/ae7/su_kraft/finalshirts_2.jpg

Shirts can not be ordered withut full payment. Payment will be accepted by PayPal (www.paypal.com (http://www.paypal.com)). Once on the site, click on SEND MONEY. Funds are being sent to my PayPal account (Well, mine and DH's, but I trust him as long as Harvey isn't around...) Use the to email address: sue.kraft@gmail.com. PLEASE SELECT PERSONAL TRANSFER as there are no fees as long as you use your bank account or PayPal account. If you use a credit card, you will need to pay a fee. (please don't pass the fee to me!!:scared1:)

Once funds are collected the shirts will be ordered. I will update page one with the info here. Please don't delay on this or we may not have shirts in time. as stated above, WE sail in 93 days... TODD sails before us as he is a back to back cruiser. So, we really need to get a move on!!

If there are any questions or concerns, please PM me or email me at sue.kraft@gmail.com.

Thanks everyone!!

Forgot to add... if your DIS name is in RED I will be bringing your shirt to the ship so that you don't have to pay international shipping. The shipping cost listed in to get the shirts packed up and shipped to me.

[TotallyAngelic]

Beer Boozers List :

Tony ( Sarah - Totally Angelic's DH )
Lynne and Len ( OrlandotheBeagle and DH )
Angie and Dr Hugs ( MrsMork and DH )
Walt and Di ( Walt and Di )
Michael (MdWoodman)
Rick (Gos DH)
Michael and Marc (M4Travels)
Dee and family of 5 (Disneyqueen)
John ( Noel - Birkner DH)
Tim (Roseburghughes)
Glenn and Sue (Su Kraft)
Graham ( Corinna - dolphingirl47's DH)
Amanda and Annette ( acourtwdw and acourtwdw2)
Carolyn, Paul and Trudy (terapin)
Kathy and Mike (sandiedvc)
Janice (yukongirl)
Geoff, Lisa's DH (goiu)
Mark (ukangel)
Burt and Lynetta (donaldsdarling)
Ann-Marie and Michael (Adamspest)

Please PM me if you wish to be part of the DIS Beer Tasting Group.:drinking1

Farewell PrizeGiving Lunch : Parrot Cay 30th September (last sea day)

Sarah and Tony ( TotallyAngelic)
Paula plus 2 (PaulaSillars)
Pam and Mike ( Disney Sweetie)
Linda and Mike ( PrincessSchmoo
Noel and John (Birkner)
Cheryl, Dan and Daniel
Corinna



Please send me a PM if you wish to attend this lunch, although this will be very flexible and informal, it will help to know how many tables to reserve in one area.


Late Seating Linked Dining

TotallyAngelic ( Sarah and Tony) no preference
Birkner ( Noel and John ) no preference
Su Kraft ( Sue, Glenn and family) and LittleDisneyLovers ( Hayley, Terry and family ) ROTATION 1
UKAngel ( Mandy and Mark )
Bareacuda (Howard and Ann)
Ebony ( Jan and Carl )
Sue and husband ( Sue l )
Goiu family (Geoff, Lisa, Emma, and Logan)
acourtwdw2 ( Annette and Amanda)
Renegade 7 (Johanna and Kimmy ), Cinderbear and Erik / Jason no preference
KC's Princess
Nordkin

Please send a PM if you wish to be seated with other DIS members for late seating dinner .... thank you.



Secret Mickey

Welcome to the WBTA Secret Mickey:

This works along the same idea as a Secret Santa. Each participating stateroom will be matched with another stateroom, and the idea is to buy or make a gift or gifts, with a total cost per cabin of no more than $25. The gift (s) can be one big joint gift for all those in the stateroom, or small individual gifts for each person. The gifts can be left in the FE during the cruise, or you can have the room attendant put the gift in the room. You should have a tag/card that designates it as a gift from their Secret Mickey.

To enable me to match up the rooms, I will need the following information from each participating group:

1. name of participants
2. ages and genders of any children participating
3. DIS name
4. cabin number
5. each person's likes or preferences
6. each person's dislikes
7. any allergies
8. favourite Disney characters for each participant
9. hobbies or interests of each participant


This will help give the participants some idea of what they can incorporate into their gift.

Could you please PM TotallyAngelic with the information required.

There will have to be a closing date to give people time to think about and make / buy their gifts, and I think July 1st would be about right.

Secret Mickey Participants:

su kraft and buckeye goofy
yukongirl123
PJPoohBear
Magicme
MM4MM
Birkner
KC'sPrincess
Dolphingirl47
1disneyqueen
coconut1
noworriesmate
cruzdirectorkaren
terapin
krisannb
tru and Rachel

Don't forget to PM the required information to me if you haven't already done so .... THANKS

[LittleDisneyLovers]

PJ Breakfast
@ Lumiere’s, sea day 27th September

tinker1bell - Terry
orlandothebeagle - Lynne and Len
birkner - John and Noel
Bareacuda - Ann and Howard
Steffy - Stephanie
TheCooksLuvDisney - Dan, Cheryl and Daniel
alexandmaddie - Kristi and Gerald
tig82174 - Jason and Eric
Disney Sweetie - Pam and Mike
Buckeye Gal - Kimberly
OCD for WD - Kimberly
acourtwdw & acourtwdw2 - Annette and Amanda

Please PM me if you want to come, Thanks!
Hayley

[paulasillars]

Still taking expressions of interest if you want to join in.

Each player will bring 10-12 small/snack chocolate/candy bars and distribute to the FE of the others in their candy swap group.

If you want to play, please PM me (just in case I miss your post) and let me know how many people will play in your group.

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Any questions, please let me know.

[paulasillars]

The following people have expressed an interest in shared ground transport from Barcelona area hotels to the port. Nothing has been arranged as yet and there is no obligation so please PM me if you want to add yourself to the list.

Also can those on this list, please again check your details - I had some problems with the spreadsheet. If you spot is anyone on the list that has also cancelled this cruise, please let me know.

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[Bareacuda]

Oh Man... another new part????

WoW!!!:cool1:

Checking in.:rolleyes1

Ann

[gismo1554]

Some of the activities not listed above but going on are:

Predrinks at Hard Rock Cafe 17th September (mdwoodman & KermitRocks) (http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=35939916&postcount=2029)

3pm 18th Sept Dis Meet Promanade Lounge

Geezers & Geezers in Training Drinks in Cove Cafe every night after late dinner and last show (MrsMork & granmaz) (http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=35482748&postcount=546)

Castaway cay 5k (Orlandothebeagle) (http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=35827040&postcount=1537)

Scrapbook Class - (DiaLady) (http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=35847403&postcount=1623)

Mini Navigator - (Gismo1554 & PJPoohbear) (http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=35823774&postcount=1496)
Also a ipad/itouch/iphone version thanks to PJPoohbear (http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=35847868&postcount=1626)

Mini Scavenger Hunt - (TotallyAngelic & su_kraft & corinna possibly too) (http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=35837437&postcount=1594)

Fish Extender Competition - (alexandmaddie & Terrapin) (http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=33219748&postcount=729)

Ice Cream Eating Contest (TheCooksLuvDisney) (http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=36063590&postcount=2532)

Ladies Afternoon Tea 25th September (sandiedvc) (http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=35833729&postcount=1576)

Book Exchange Bag outside room (paulasillars) (http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=35847905&postcount=1627)

Designated Update White Board (NEED VOLUNTEER) (http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=35841005&postcount=1607)

Combined Late Dining (TotallyAngelic) (http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=36757516&postcount=7)

Combined Early Dining (MrsMork) (http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=36045268&postcount=2444)

Beers of the World Exchange & Room Tour (orlandothebeagle) (http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=36056013&postcount=2494)
Rooms so far
Cat 3 Accessible Room (gpb_1) (http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=35836361&postcount=1587)
Cat 3 - 8548 (su_kraft) (http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=35837093&postcount=1592)
GTY Cat 11 mystery room (TotallyAngelic) (http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=35837278&postcount=1593)
Cat 11 (paulasillars) (http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=35847905&postcount=1627)
Cat 4 (bareacuda)
GTY Cat 10 mystery room (Dizneyholic) (http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=35857746&postcount=1692)
Connecting Cat 5's & GTY 11 mystery room (Terapin) (http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=35858169&postcount=1694)
Mystery room (tinker1bell) (http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=35890798&postcount=1816)
Cat 6 Mystery Room (seezmo) (http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=35842137&postcount=1611)[/color]

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Postcard Exchange

The idea is that anyone who wants to sign up delivers a postcard per stateroom from their home town or area. In return they get a postcard from each of the other participants, giving people a chance to collect postcards from all over the world (and learn a bit about these countries).

Participants
- Gismo1554
- cruzdirectorkaren
- steamboat will
- Mrs Mork
- birkner
- pilk
- yukongirl123 (Trevor)
- Witherbark
- Bareacuda
- Disney Sweetie
- Buckeye Gal
- TheDisneyGirl02
- roseburghughes

[gismo1554]

If anyone would like to be added to this list please PM. Basically it is a list of people who would like Disers to stop by if they get a second to help them out with something. This was suggested by Kimberley (Buckeye Gal) and is a way for people to remember the trip. Some previous uses were:

Signing personalised scrapbook pages for people
Marking maps for children so they can use them either in a school project or for scrapbooking

Participants

Kimberley (Buckeye Gal) - Scrapbooking
Stefffy (Steffy)
Sue (Su_kraft)
Sandi (Hoagie Pie)

[mdwoodman]

17 September @ 1700

mdwoodman (2)
birkner (2)
KermitRocks (2)
pjpoohbear
Terapin
TotallyAngellic (2)
MrsMork (2)
nacho1337 (4)
1DisneyQueen (6)
Dizneyholic (2)
orlandothebeagle (2, maybe 4)
dolphingirl47 (2)
su_kraft (2+2)
epcot1stfave (2)
coconut1 (2)
Walt & Di (2)
acourtwdw2 (2)
sezmo (2)
grmmybtty (2)
paulasillars (3)
granmaz (2)
roseburghughes (2)
Bareacuda (2)
Disney Sweetie (2)
mm4mm (2)
eeyorelvr10 (2)
BibbidyBobbidyBoo (2+3)
tweety0227 (2)
LittleDisneyLovers (2+2)
Woody73 (2)
adamspest (2)

3€ beer, wine, soft drinks, water, juices
6€ long drinks (vodka,gin,whisky,rum)

[sandiedvc]

These are the people we have booked for the Ladies Tea on Sept 25 at 3 pm.
Su_kraft
sandiedvc
sezmo
sezmo
Steffy
DiaLady
Bareacuda
Belle1997
Tinker1bell
Birkner
Terapin
Terapin
Walt & Di
goiu
HallsofVA
HallsofVA

If you want to be on the wait list, please PM me. Thanks

[Walt & Di]

Walt & Di Here...:flower3::cheer2::grouphug:

[IrishCowboy]

I have added your thread to the cruise meet list :thumbsup2

[orlandothebeagle]

:cool1:

[acourtwdw2]

we are a chatty group. :rotfl: Have a great night everyone.

[eeyorelvr10]

ok - finally here..

[Dizneyholic]

Just moving into our new place!! :ccat:

[birkner]

Sweet dreams to all our UK and European DISers:thumbsup2

[eeyorelvr10]

So, since I can't air out in another forum, I have a pickle of a situation that I don't know how to handle. Maybe someone far wiser than I can make me see the light.

I have a niece and nephew that as soon as they come into my house will go up and down opening my shutters and or opening the refrigerator and looking and then they go and ask mom for whatever I have. Let me state - I don't mind sharing anything I have, my problem is that they come in opening up my drawers and then run to their mom and ask if they can have this. Yesterday for instance, I caught my niece in the kitchen opening and moving my fridge magnets. I asked her not to do that. I even asked her not to open the fridge, to go and find something to do. (We were holding a Relay For Life Meeting). She is 5 yrs old and is advanced for her age. She ignored me and while I was playing hostess, she went and asked her mom if she could have a string cheese. These are special ones that are in the back of the bottom drawer underneath something so they are not in plain sight. I heard this and before I could answer, her mom said - did you open the fridge by yourself or did April (my DD) do it? Her answer was: I did it - I was hungry and wanted something to eat. Her mom told her she could and I was a bit put off by this. So I told her, No, I asked you NOT to do that - this is my house and I have different rules and if she could not listen to my rules, she would not be allowed into my house like her brother was banned for 2 months for stealing (granted it was only $0.50) but stealing is stealing.

My friends and family are split. SIL says that she does it all the time at grandma's house and made it seem as if this was ok but this is my house. Was or is it just me? Did I overreact? I ended up giving the string cheese to her but I wasn't happy about it. Right after, my niece was happy for about 3 minutes and then went off in search of my cabinets. :headache: I am wondering what kind of grandparent I am going to be and if I overreacted? Am I just an obsessed, crazy adult that doesn't like kids? I will be the first to help someone out but when it comes to nieces and nephews, I can't get them to listen to me AT MY OWN HOUSE. Hence, the reason I suspect that I hardly invite family over. If I react this way to toddlers now, what will I be like when my own grandchildren come? Should I lower my standards? I felt a bit justified later when my youngest told me I shouldn't have given in but April's known to not get along with little girls - guess its an Aries thing. :rotfl: Anyway, it still bothers me today and since I can't post it elsewhere (mom is a friend) had to air out here. Someone tell me that I'm not being a neurotic or that I'm justified or at least convince me that I need to loosen up and go with the flow......am I :crazy:

Sign me.......

Crazy Aunt in SoCal

:lmao:

[birkner]

So, since I can't air out in another forum, I have a pickle of a situation that I don't know how to handle. Maybe someone far wiser than I can make me see the light.

I have a niece and nephew that as soon as they come into my house will go up and down opening my shutters and or opening the refrigerator and looking and then they go and ask mom for whatever I have. Let me state - I don't mind sharing anything I have, my problem is that they come in opening up my drawers and then run to their mom and ask if they can have this. Yesterday for instance, I caught my niece in the kitchen opening and moving my fridge magnets. I asked her not to do that. I even asked her not to open the fridge, to go and find something to do. (We were holding a Relay For Life Meeting). She is 5 yrs old and is advanced for her age. She ignored me and while I was playing hostess, she went and asked her mom if she could have a string cheese. These are special ones that are in the back of the bottom drawer underneath something so they are not in plain sight. I heard this and before I could answer, her mom said - did you open the fridge by yourself or did April (my DD) do it? Her answer was: I did it - I was hungry and wanted something to eat. Her mom told her she could and I was a bit put off by this. So I told her, No, I asked you NOT to do that - this is my house and I have different rules and if she could not listen to my rules, she would not be allowed into my house like her brother was banned for 2 months for stealing (granted it was only $0.50) but stealing is stealing.

My friends and family are split. SIL says that she does it all the time at grandma's house and made it seem as if this was ok but this is my house. Was or is it just me? Did I overreact? I ended up giving the string cheese to her but I wasn't happy about it. Right after, my niece was happy for about 3 minutes and then went off in search of my cabinets. :headache: I am wondering what kind of grandparent I am going to be and if I overreacted? Am I just an obsessed, crazy adult that doesn't like kids? I will be the first to help someone out but when it comes to nieces and nephews, I can't get them to listen to me AT MY OWN HOUSE. Hence, the reason I suspect that I hardly invite family over. If I react this way to toddlers now, what will I be like when my own grandchildren come? Should I lower my standards? I felt a bit justified later when my youngest told me I shouldn't have given in but April's known to not get along with little girls - guess its an Aries thing. :rotfl: Anyway, it still bothers me today and since I can't post it elsewhere (mom is a friend) had to air out here. Someone tell me that I'm not being a neurotic or that I'm justified or at least convince me that I need to loosen up and go with the flow......am I :crazy:

Sign me.......

Crazy Aunt in SoCal

:lmao:

You are not neurotic or wrong. I have 6 Gk's and while I respect my children's rules in their houses, in my house the kids live by GRANDMA's rules.

I would simply talk to her and tell her if she can't live with your rules, you won't allow the kids to come over. If you don't get this resolved now, it is only going to get worse as the kids get older. Not to mention the fact that already they are getting the message from their mother that they do not have to respect you or your rules. These kids are going to have problems with boundaries at other people's houses if this is not nipped in the bud.

Just my thoughts...
:surfweb:

[MagicMe]

Hey Crazy Aunt in SoCal!! You are not crazy! I believe your sister is the one that's crazy. I would be mortified if either of my DS's had opened a cabinet or refrigerator in anyone elses home without asking permission! Even at my mom's (who spoils them rotten), they might mention they are hungry and then she might tell them to see what they can find but they would ask first.

I would consider that proper manners.

[luvdamouse91]

Hi, :wave2:

We're checking in. Looking forward to a great time on the cruise.

Melisa/Luvdamouse91
Mike/mm4mm

[pjpoohbear]

Ok, all the quote buttons were gone, lol.

Erik, have you seen 10" mickey rice crispy at the Main street Bakery?

Special nights, I really want formal night to be on the 24th, because i will be in the spa, ne ne nener.:upsidedow

FE, I finally caved and I am a coconut! Thank you for deciding on smallish groups as with my single bag it made it possible to participate.


Pj

[DisneyCruisin]

Hi everyone,
Just checking in!
We are one thread closer to the trip! Time is really flying now!

[renegade7]

You are not neurotic or wrong. I have 6 Gk's and while I respect my children's rules in their houses, in my house the kids live by GRANDMA's rules.

I would simply talk to her and tell her if she can't live with your rules, you won't allow the kids to come over. If you don't get this resolved now, it is only going to get worse as the kids get older. Not to mention the fact that already they are getting the message from their mother that they do not have to respect you or your rules. These kids are going to have problems with boundaries at other people's houses if this is not nipped in the bud.

Just my thoughts...
:surfweb:


I agree 100%. It is things like this that would make me mad.

[pilk]

:wave2:

Checking in....now that we have been moved into our new home....at the rate we go I am sure we'll be moving once more before Sept 18th:cool1:....I'll resume the trivia questions tomorrow...Have a good night to all....

Jon

[LittleDisneyLovers]

So, since I can't air out in another forum, I have a pickle of a situation that I don't know how to handle. Maybe someone far wiser than I can make me see the light.

I have a niece and nephew that as soon as they come into my house will go up and down opening my shutters and or opening the refrigerator and looking and then they go and ask mom for whatever I have. Let me state - I don't mind sharing anything I have, my problem is that they come in opening up my drawers and then run to their mom and ask if they can have this. Yesterday for instance, I caught my niece in the kitchen opening and moving my fridge magnets. I asked her not to do that. I even asked her not to open the fridge, to go and find something to do. (We were holding a Relay For Life Meeting). She is 5 yrs old and is advanced for her age. She ignored me and while I was playing hostess, she went and asked her mom if she could have a string cheese. These are special ones that are in the back of the bottom drawer underneath something so they are not in plain sight. I heard this and before I could answer, her mom said - did you open the fridge by yourself or did April (my DD) do it? Her answer was: I did it - I was hungry and wanted something to eat. Her mom told her she could and I was a bit put off by this. So I told her, No, I asked you NOT to do that - this is my house and I have different rules and if she could not listen to my rules, she would not be allowed into my house like her brother was banned for 2 months for stealing (granted it was only $0.50) but stealing is stealing.

My friends and family are split. SIL says that she does it all the time at grandma's house and made it seem as if this was ok but this is my house. Was or is it just me? Did I overreact? I ended up giving the string cheese to her but I wasn't happy about it. Right after, my niece was happy for about 3 minutes and then went off in search of my cabinets. :headache: I am wondering what kind of grandparent I am going to be and if I overreacted? Am I just an obsessed, crazy adult that doesn't like kids? I will be the first to help someone out but when it comes to nieces and nephews, I can't get them to listen to me AT MY OWN HOUSE. Hence, the reason I suspect that I hardly invite family over. If I react this way to toddlers now, what will I be like when my own grandchildren come? Should I lower my standards? I felt a bit justified later when my youngest told me I shouldn't have given in but April's known to not get along with little girls - guess its an Aries thing. :rotfl: Anyway, it still bothers me today and since I can't post it elsewhere (mom is a friend) had to air out here. Someone tell me that I'm not being a neurotic or that I'm justified or at least convince me that I need to loosen up and go with the flow......am I :crazy:

Sign me.......

Crazy Aunt in SoCal

:lmao:

Ok, So I am a mother of 7 and 9 year old girls.
This is a tough one, My kids know the boundaries in others houses. They know that when we go somewhere new they are to respect others property, they are not to ask for anything, they are to wait till they have been offered something and they are to play quietly (I usually take their Ipods).
BUT... they also have learnt there are different boundaries at different peoples houses, they are welcome to help themselves at my sisters house (much to my disgust, because it is always stocked with sweets!), and they are also allowed to help themselves at my parents. They have certain items at my PIL that are 'free' items that they don't have to ask for, anything other than those they must wait to be offered.
But, Kids will be kids and they are not perfect. Please don't get upset with the kids if they don't know any better.
It is your SIL responsibility to teach her kids to respect others belongings, and in my view that is what this is about. Just don't let this come in between you and your family. Lighten up a little. It's not worth getting your knickers in a knot about. There are far more serious problems in the world! :goodvibes:goodvibes:goodvibes

I just edited to add, I didn't set the boundaries at my sisters or parents house, they did. What I was trying to say is, it's their house, their boundaries, hence YOUR house, YOUR rules!

[DisneyVegas1]

Aye , where be the rum


pirate:

[mdwoodman]

"I am trying to plan a work trip to Toronto. I will be going end of June or after the 4th of July holiday. I will be there about 2.5 - 3 days. My days are booked with work, but wondering about weather, and if there are any must do;s that can be done in the evenings. I don't think that the Loblaw folks will care if I don't sit in the hotel... Ofcourse, I can just DIS all night..."


Sue, I highly recommend the 360 restaurant in the CN tower (although it is a bit expensive). While you're up there, take the opportunity to walk out on the glass floor - it's an experience that can't be missed! :scared1:

[orlandothebeagle]

Sweet dreams to all our UK and European DISers:thumbsup2
WELL< I was dreaming till the vet called me to help with an emergency:confused3its a hard life.
So, since I can't air out in another forum, I have a pickle of a situation that I don't know how to handle. Maybe someone far wiser than I can make me see the light.

I have a niece and nephew that as soon as they come into my house will go up and down opening my shutters and or opening the refrigerator and looking and then they go and ask mom for whatever I have. Let me state - I don't mind sharing anything I have, my problem is that they come in opening up my drawers and then run to their mom and ask if they can have this. Yesterday for instance, I caught my niece in the kitchen opening and moving my fridge magnets. I asked her not to do that. I even asked her not to open the fridge, to go and find something to do. (We were holding a Relay For Life Meeting). She is 5 yrs old and is advanced for her age. She ignored me and while I was playing hostess, she went and asked her mom if she could have a string cheese. These are special ones that are in the back of the bottom drawer underneath something so they are not in plain sight. I heard this and before I could answer, her mom said - did you open the fridge by yourself or did April (my DD) do it? Her answer was: I did it - I was hungry and wanted something to eat. Her mom told her she could and I was a bit put off by this. So I told her, No, I asked you NOT to do that - this is my house and I have different rules and if she could not listen to my rules, she would not be allowed into my house like her brother was banned for 2 months for stealing (granted it was only $0.50) but stealing is stealing.

My friends and family are split. SIL says that she does it all the time at grandma's house and made it seem as if this was ok but this is my house. Was or is it just me? Did I overreact? I ended up giving the string cheese to her but I wasn't happy about it. Right after, my niece was happy for about 3 minutes and then went off in search of my cabinets. :headache: I am wondering what kind of grandparent I am going to be and if I overreacted? Am I just an obsessed, crazy adult that doesn't like kids? I will be the first to help someone out but when it comes to nieces and nephews, I can't get them to listen to me AT MY OWN HOUSE. Hence, the reason I suspect that I hardly invite family over. If I react this way to toddlers now, what will I be like when my own grandchildren come? Should I lower my standards? I felt a bit justified later when my youngest told me I shouldn't have given in but April's known to not get along with little girls - guess its an Aries thing. :rotfl: Anyway, it still bothers me today and since I can't post it elsewhere (mom is a friend) had to air out here. Someone tell me that I'm not being a neurotic or that I'm justified or at least convince me that I need to loosen up and go with the flow......am I :crazy:

Sign me.......

Crazy Aunt in SoCal

:lmao:

:headache: , you are SO correct, your house.

[acourtwdw]

While I don't have kids, I do have nieces and nephews. They know its our house, our rules. They know to ask before even looking for something.

I'm trying to figure out the dining rotation. Is this right, my options are APL, PLA or LAP? I like to know where we are eating on what night.

[Hoagie Pie]

So, since I can't air out in another forum, I have a pickle of a situation that I don't know how to handle. Maybe someone far wiser than I can make me see the light.

I have a niece and nephew that as soon as they come into my house will go up and down opening my shutters and or opening the refrigerator and looking and then they go and ask mom for whatever I have. Let me state - I don't mind sharing anything I have, my problem is that they come in opening up my drawers and then run to their mom and ask if they can have this. Yesterday for instance, I caught my niece in the kitchen opening and moving my fridge magnets. I asked her not to do that. I even asked her not to open the fridge, to go and find something to do. (We were holding a Relay For Life Meeting). She is 5 yrs old and is advanced for her age. She ignored me and while I was playing hostess, she went and asked her mom if she could have a string cheese. These are special ones that are in the back of the bottom drawer underneath something so they are not in plain sight. I heard this and before I could answer, her mom said - did you open the fridge by yourself or did April (my DD) do it? Her answer was: I did it - I was hungry and wanted something to eat. Her mom told her she could and I was a bit put off by this. So I told her, No, I asked you NOT to do that - this is my house and I have different rules and if she could not listen to my rules, she would not be allowed into my house like her brother was banned for 2 months for stealing (granted it was only $0.50) but stealing is stealing.

My friends and family are split. SIL says that she does it all the time at grandma's house and made it seem as if this was ok but this is my house. Was or is it just me? Did I overreact? I ended up giving the string cheese to her but I wasn't happy about it. Right after, my niece was happy for about 3 minutes and then went off in search of my cabinets. :headache: I am wondering what kind of grandparent I am going to be and if I overreacted? Am I just an obsessed, crazy adult that doesn't like kids? I will be the first to help someone out but when it comes to nieces and nephews, I can't get them to listen to me AT MY OWN HOUSE. Hence, the reason I suspect that I hardly invite family over. If I react this way to toddlers now, what will I be like when my own grandchildren come? Should I lower my standards? I felt a bit justified later when my youngest told me I shouldn't have given in but April's known to not get along with little girls - guess its an Aries thing. :rotfl: Anyway, it still bothers me today and since I can't post it elsewhere (mom is a friend) had to air out here. Someone tell me that I'm not being a neurotic or that I'm justified or at least convince me that I need to loosen up and go with the flow......am I :crazy:

Sign me.......

Crazy Aunt in SoCal

:lmao:

You are not crazy! I know kids can be kids, but the one thing I cannot stand is lack of respect. I let Abby have friends over and they can have fun, play, etc. but when they are not respectful of my house, I do get very upset. I think you need to talk to your SIL. I agree with Noel!! My house, my rules. I don't think your rules are unfair or unjustified, they are your rules. Don't feel bad but don't let it come between you and family. I am one for communication - express your feelings.

[alexandmaddie]

So, since I can't air out in another forum, I have a pickle of a situation that I don't know how to handle. Maybe someone far wiser than I can make me see the light.

I have a niece and nephew that as soon as they come into my house will go up and down opening my shutters and or opening the refrigerator and looking and then they go and ask mom for whatever I have. Let me state - I don't mind sharing anything I have, my problem is that they come in opening up my drawers and then run to their mom and ask if they can have this. Yesterday for instance, I caught my niece in the kitchen opening and moving my fridge magnets. I asked her not to do that. I even asked her not to open the fridge, to go and find something to do. (We were holding a Relay For Life Meeting). She is 5 yrs old and is advanced for her age. She ignored me and while I was playing hostess, she went and asked her mom if she could have a string cheese. These are special ones that are in the back of the bottom drawer underneath something so they are not in plain sight. I heard this and before I could answer, her mom said - did you open the fridge by yourself or did April (my DD) do it? Her answer was: I did it - I was hungry and wanted something to eat. Her mom told her she could and I was a bit put off by this. So I told her, No, I asked you NOT to do that - this is my house and I have different rules and if she could not listen to my rules, she would not be allowed into my house like her brother was banned for 2 months for stealing (granted it was only $0.50) but stealing is stealing.

My friends and family are split. SIL says that she does it all the time at grandma's house and made it seem as if this was ok but this is my house. Was or is it just me? Did I overreact? I ended up giving the string cheese to her but I wasn't happy about it. Right after, my niece was happy for about 3 minutes and then went off in search of my cabinets. :headache: I am wondering what kind of grandparent I am going to be and if I overreacted? Am I just an obsessed, crazy adult that doesn't like kids? I will be the first to help someone out but when it comes to nieces and nephews, I can't get them to listen to me AT MY OWN HOUSE. Hence, the reason I suspect that I hardly invite family over. If I react this way to toddlers now, what will I be like when my own grandchildren come? Should I lower my standards? I felt a bit justified later when my youngest told me I shouldn't have given in but April's known to not get along with little girls - guess its an Aries thing. :rotfl: Anyway, it still bothers me today and since I can't post it elsewhere (mom is a friend) had to air out here. Someone tell me that I'm not being a neurotic or that I'm justified or at least convince me that I need to loosen up and go with the flow......am I :crazy:

Sign me.......

Crazy Aunt in SoCal

:lmao:

IMHO...Nope, you did not overreact. It seems like your niece and nephew are having a hard time with boundaries and the fact that you are asking them to respect your boundaries will benefit them in the long run.

Krista

[1DisneyQueen]

So, since I can't air out in another forum, I have a pickle of a situation that I don't know how to handle. Maybe someone far wiser than I can make me see the light.

I have a niece and nephew that as soon as they come into my house will go up and down opening my shutters and or opening the refrigerator and looking and then they go and ask mom for whatever I have. Let me state - I don't mind sharing anything I have, my problem is that they come in opening up my drawers and then run to their mom and ask if they can have this. Yesterday for instance, I caught my niece in the kitchen opening and moving my fridge magnets. I asked her not to do that. I even asked her not to open the fridge, to go and find something to do. (We were holding a Relay For Life Meeting). She is 5 yrs old and is advanced for her age. She ignored me and while I was playing hostess, she went and asked her mom if she could have a string cheese. These are special ones that are in the back of the bottom drawer underneath something so they are not in plain sight. I heard this and before I could answer, her mom said - did you open the fridge by yourself or did April (my DD) do it? Her answer was: I did it - I was hungry and wanted something to eat. Her mom told her she could and I was a bit put off by this. So I told her, No, I asked you NOT to do that - this is my house and I have different rules and if she could not listen to my rules, she would not be allowed into my house like her brother was banned for 2 months for stealing (granted it was only $0.50) but stealing is stealing.

My friends and family are split. SIL says that she does it all the time at grandma's house and made it seem as if this was ok but this is my house. Was or is it just me? Did I overreact? I ended up giving the string cheese to her but I wasn't happy about it. Right after, my niece was happy for about 3 minutes and then went off in search of my cabinets. :headache: I am wondering what kind of grandparent I am going to be and if I overreacted? Am I just an obsessed, crazy adult that doesn't like kids? I will be the first to help someone out but when it comes to nieces and nephews, I can't get them to listen to me AT MY OWN HOUSE. Hence, the reason I suspect that I hardly invite family over. If I react this way to toddlers now, what will I be like when my own grandchildren come? Should I lower my standards? I felt a bit justified later when my youngest told me I shouldn't have given in but April's known to not get along with little girls - guess its an Aries thing. :rotfl: Anyway, it still bothers me today and since I can't post it elsewhere (mom is a friend) had to air out here. Someone tell me that I'm not being a neurotic or that I'm justified or at least convince me that I need to loosen up and go with the flow......am I :crazy:

Sign me.......

Crazy Aunt in SoCal

:lmao:

I would be appaled if my son had behaves that way. I have 9 GK's and I make it clear that respect is the foundation for life. I think your SIL would be wise to teach her children that before one day they are asked to leave a friends house because they are rude. I, too, am a firm believer in communication. Good Luck!

[1DisneyQueen]

At the risk of being asked to walk the plank...I am not happy with the change in themes at dinner. No offense to you pirate lovers out there, but now they have moved pirate night to my birthday.:sad2:

I was hoping for a semi or formal night.

I guess on a good note I will at least have fireworks.

Just my thoughts

[pjpoohbear]

At the risk of being asked to walk the plank...I am not happy with the change in themes at dinner. No offense to you pirate lovers out there, but now they have moved pirate night to my birthday.:sad2:

I was hoping for a semi or formal night.

I guess on a good note I will at least have fireworks.

Just my thoughts

I would trade, it might be formal on my Birthday and I wanted comfortable,:confused3.

Pj

[Terapin]

"I am trying to plan a work trip to Toronto. I will be going end of June or after the 4th of July holiday. I will be there about 2.5 - 3 days. My days are booked with work, but wondering about weather, and if there are any must do;s that can be done in the evenings. I don't think that the Loblaw folks will care if I don't sit in the hotel... Ofcourse, I can just DIS all night..."


Sue, I highly recommend the 360 restaurant in the CN tower (although it is a bit expensive). While you're up there, take the opportunity to walk out on the glass floor - it's an experience that can't be missed! :scared1:

I second the CN tower, especially if you only have evenings and it isn't very time consuming and fun.

I also recommend Chinatown (north of Spadina/Queen), Greektown (east of Danforth/Pape), the AGO, the ROM, and Harbourfront/Toronto Islands. I don't care much for the Eaton Centre (just a large mall).

Toronto has terrific food. I really like the Cora's chain of restaurants (breakfast and lunch only). There is a great Ethiopian place I like that is tasty and really different.

Anyhow, hope that is helpful.

[Diznyfan68]

Aye , where be the rum


pirate:

In Pete's flask:rotfl2:

[nordkin]

So, since I can't air out in another forum, I have a pickle of a situation that I don't know how to handle. Maybe someone far wiser than I can make me see the light.

I have a niece and nephew that as soon as they come into my house will go up and down opening my shutters and or opening the refrigerator and looking and then they go and ask mom for whatever I have. Let me state - I don't mind sharing anything I have, my problem is that they come in opening up my drawers and then run to their mom and ask if they can have this. Yesterday for instance, I caught my niece in the kitchen opening and moving my fridge magnets. I asked her not to do that. I even asked her not to open the fridge, to go and find something to do. (We were holding a Relay For Life Meeting). She is 5 yrs old and is advanced for her age. She ignored me and while I was playing hostess, she went and asked her mom if she could have a string cheese. These are special ones that are in the back of the bottom drawer underneath something so they are not in plain sight. I heard this and before I could answer, her mom said - did you open the fridge by yourself or did April (my DD) do it? Her answer was: I did it - I was hungry and wanted something to eat. Her mom told her she could and I was a bit put off by this. So I told her, No, I asked you NOT to do that - this is my house and I have different rules and if she could not listen to my rules, she would not be allowed into my house like her brother was banned for 2 months for stealing (granted it was only $0.50) but stealing is stealing.

My friends and family are split. SIL says that she does it all the time at grandma's house and made it seem as if this was ok but this is my house. Was or is it just me? Did I overreact? I ended up giving the string cheese to her but I wasn't happy about it. Right after, my niece was happy for about 3 minutes and then went off in search of my cabinets. :headache: I am wondering what kind of grandparent I am going to be and if I overreacted? Am I just an obsessed, crazy adult that doesn't like kids? I will be the first to help someone out but when it comes to nieces and nephews, I can't get them to listen to me AT MY OWN HOUSE. Hence, the reason I suspect that I hardly invite family over. If I react this way to toddlers now, what will I be like when my own grandchildren come? Should I lower my standards? I felt a bit justified later when my youngest told me I shouldn't have given in but April's known to not get along with little girls - guess its an Aries thing. :rotfl: Anyway, it still bothers me today and since I can't post it elsewhere (mom is a friend) had to air out here. Someone tell me that I'm not being a neurotic or that I'm justified or at least convince me that I need to loosen up and go with the flow......am I :crazy:

Sign me.......

Crazy Aunt in SoCal

:lmao:

You are not over reacting. In our house it is our house, our rules and all the kids know it. I think your sister needs to set boundries for her kids and teach them how to behave in other people's homes.

[tinker1bell]

So, since I can't air out in another forum, I have a pickle of a situation that I don't know how to handle. Maybe someone far wiser than I can make me see the light.

I have a niece and nephew that as soon as they come into my house will go up and down opening my shutters and or opening the refrigerator and looking and then they go and ask mom for whatever I have. Let me state - I don't mind sharing anything I have, my problem is that they come in opening up my drawers and then run to their mom and ask if they can have this. Yesterday for instance, I caught my niece in the kitchen opening and moving my fridge magnets. I asked her not to do that. I even asked her not to open the fridge, to go and find something to do. (We were holding a Relay For Life Meeting). She is 5 yrs old and is advanced for her age. She ignored me and while I was playing hostess, she went and asked her mom if she could have a string cheese. These are special ones that are in the back of the bottom drawer underneath something so they are not in plain sight. I heard this and before I could answer, her mom said - did you open the fridge by yourself or did April (my DD) do it? Her answer was: I did it - I was hungry and wanted something to eat. Her mom told her she could and I was a bit put off by this. So I told her, No, I asked you NOT to do that - this is my house and I have different rules and if she could not listen to my rules, she would not be allowed into my house like her brother was banned for 2 months for stealing (granted it was only $0.50) but stealing is stealing.

My friends and family are split. SIL says that she does it all the time at grandma's house and made it seem as if this was ok but this is my house. Was or is it just me? Did I overreact? I ended up giving the string cheese to her but I wasn't happy about it. Right after, my niece was happy for about 3 minutes and then went off in search of my cabinets. :headache: I am wondering what kind of grandparent I am going to be and if I overreacted? Am I just an obsessed, crazy adult that doesn't like kids? I will be the first to help someone out but when it comes to nieces and nephews, I can't get them to listen to me AT MY OWN HOUSE. Hence, the reason I suspect that I hardly invite family over. If I react this way to toddlers now, what will I be like when my own grandchildren come? Should I lower my standards? I felt a bit justified later when my youngest told me I shouldn't have given in but April's known to not get along with little girls - guess its an Aries thing. :rotfl: Anyway, it still bothers me today and since I can't post it elsewhere (mom is a friend) had to air out here. Someone tell me that I'm not being a neurotic or that I'm justified or at least convince me that I need to loosen up and go with the flow......am I :crazy:

Sign me.......

Crazy Aunt in SoCal

:lmao:


Your house is YOUR house. I would say you are in charge and if they cannot abide by your rules, then they stay home. What if they had gone into a drawer that had sharp things in them? Who would they blame??

What if they then started to go thru your purse??? I really get paranoid when there are people peeking into things in my house they have no reason to be near. I know that is weird but that is just me.

Maybe you could have a special drawer that they had permission to open and choose something to play with. I have had a few friends who had that set up because children coming in were just a little too nosey and things got broken.

[tinker1bell]

Aye , where be the rum


pirate:


Here at my house!!!!! :lmao:

[nacho1337]

Well i had my MRI today. Did not get the results yet. That had to be the most pain this I have did in a while. Had to lay on my back with my arm above my head for the 40 minute i was in the machine. They had my arm in a harness that i could not move it. By the end of the MRI I was in a tons of pain i was in tears. They had to help me out of the room. After that i had to sit in the room for 20 min until the pain went down. I hope i never have to that again. I hope the result show i don't need surgery. I let you guys know as so as i do.

Stephen

[birkner]

Well i had my MRI today. Did not get the results yet. That had to be the most pain this I have did in a while. Had to lay on my back with my arm above my head for the 40 minute i was in the machine. They had my arm in a harness that i could not move it. By the end of the MRI I was in a tons of pain i was in tears. They had to help me out of the room. After that i had to sit in the room for 20 min until the pain went down. I hope i never have to that again. I hope the result show i don't need surgery. I let you guys know as so as i do.

Stephen
I am so sorry to hear that your MRI was so painful. Sounds like your injury was more than they anticipated. Prayers and pixiedust: for a non surgical outcome.

[MrsMork]

You are not neurotic or wrong. I have 6 Gk's and while I respect my children's rules in their houses, in my house the kids live by GRANDMA's rules.

I would simply talk to her and tell her if she can't live with your rules, you won't allow the kids to come over. If you don't get this resolved now, it is only going to get worse as the kids get older. Not to mention the fact that already they are getting the message from their mother that they do not have to respect you or your rules. These kids are going to have problems with boundaries at other people's houses if this is not nipped in the bud.

Just my thoughts...
:surfweb:


You are not crazy! I know kids can be kids, but the one thing I cannot stand is lack of respect. I let Abby have friends over and they can have fun, play, etc. but when they are not respectful of my house, I do get very upset. I think you need to talk to your SIL. I agree with Noel!! My house, my rules. I don't think your rules are unfair or unjustified, they are your rules. Don't feel bad but don't let it come between you and family. I am one for communication - express your feelings.

As others have said, it is YOUR house. It is the mother's problem though, not the children. Tell her the options are: she makes them obey your rules; you make them obey your rules; or they don't visit in your home. Family visits will be at their home. 5 years old is not a toddler....

I would trade, it might be formal on my Birthday and I wanted comfortable,:confused3.

Pj

So you two should swap birthdays!!

[MrsMork]

Well i had my MRI today. Did not get the results yet. That had to be the most pain this I have did in a while. Had to lay on my back with my arm above my head for the 40 minute i was in the machine. They had my arm in a harness that i could not move it. By the end of the MRI I was in a tons of pain i was in tears. They had to help me out of the room. After that i had to sit in the room for 20 min until the pain went down. I hope i never have to that again. I hope the result show i don't need surgery. I let you guys know as so as i do.

Stephen

So, so sorry you are having such a tough time with this. :hug:

Here at my house!!!!! :lmao:

Mine's all gone!! :sad2:

[TheDisneyGirl02]

Just popping in to say hi before heading off to bed. I offered to help out at my sister's school's field day. I'm hoping it's a nice day and not too hot outside!

:)

[HallsofVA]

Man, I step away from the board for a few days, and you go and move on me! Good thing you all talk so much that you weren't that hard to find.

Well i had my MRI today. Did not get the results yet. That had to be the most pain this I have did in a while. Had to lay on my back with my arm above my head for the 40 minute i was in the machine. They had my arm in a harness that i could not move it. By the end of the MRI I was in a tons of pain i was in tears. They had to help me out of the room. After that i had to sit in the room for 20 min until the pain went down. I hope i never have to that again. I hope the result show i don't need surgery. I let you guys know as so as i do.

Stephen

Stephen - Sorry to hear about the pain you're going through. If it helps to know that you're not alone, we have a friend who has his arm and shoulder immobilized in a sling for 9 months (I think he's 3 months into is so far)! Hopefully they find a less painful solution than the MRI was, and you have a speedy recovery.

Does anyone need any baby and toddler shoes, and other baby stuff? I spent the weekend getting my website updated to sell all of the shoes that my kids have outgrown. At one point I had 110 pairs of kids shoes (60 boy and 50 girl pairs) posted for sale! Also selling diaper bags, blankets, and other misc stuff. If anyone wants to take a look, send me a message and I'll send you the address to the site with the pictures and details. Sizes run from size 0 Infant to size 9.5 US sizing, and EU sizing 19 - 25 (I actually have some new boy shoes in sizes EU 27, 28 & 29 to post still).

[birkner]

Did anyone from the EBTA ever post the menus? Just wondering if I missed them somewhere???

[HallsofVA]

I tried to go back and read what I'd missed in the old thread over the past several days, but there was just way to much stuff.

But I saw lots of posts about the Mickey Bars, and just wanted to share how my friends like to eat them, which really works out good. When you order a Mickey Bar for dessert in the restaurant, ask for some Raspberry sauce as well. The Mickey Bar will generally arrive in a bowl with Raspberry Sauce poured over it. The combo of that raspberry sauce and the dark chocolate shell of the Mickey Bar is incredible! I had another friend who finally gave it a try on the last night of our cruise, and declared it the most delicious dessert she'd had the whole week! For the kids they'll add sprinkles as well if you like, but they don't do anything for me.

TA2 - I saw a post about some new outfits for your stuffed friend. Princess Bunny got a new Sleeping Beauty/Aurora dress for this cruise so she's ready to go!

[Buckeye Gal]

I'm reviving the conversation regarding the new t-shirt idea that I believe Todd brought up at the end of Chapter 5.

I think this would be awesome to see several people wearing the same design one night just as they'll see many of us with our matching embarkation shirts. The impact in the dining room, Studio Sea, The Stack, and Beat Street would be exciting to me.

I noticed that in addition to the Mickey Mouse Club shirt (which I LOVE), they also have Steamboat Willie that of course would be very cool for a picture in the lobby! (Also, I didn't realize they have a font called "Guest Check" that is nearly identical to DCL's font.)

So the question is are there enough of us to make it worth buying to go matchy-matchy? Can our friends outside of the US purchase online at www.DisneyShopping.com? If there aren't enough of us interested, obviously the impact isn't there, thus not really worth coordinating.

Thoughts? :confused3

PS: They currently have a promo for free shipping of your entire order if you purchase adult clothing or accessories. Promo Code = KIDatHEART. I also use MrRebates.com to get a rebate on many of my purchases, including DisneyShopping.

Well i had my MRI today....That had to be the most pain this I have did in a while....By the end of the MRI I was in a tons of pain i was in tears...

Oh Stephen. How awful. :sad2: I'm so sorry, and I certainly hope you don't have to have surgery, but if that's what it takes to get you back to normal, then in some regard, it will be a relief to know.

[KrisannB]

just checking in - got caught up - I do have the menu for one night and it is posted on my facebook - it was the night we got to keep the menu. If you want to see that one, let me know.

[birkner]

I'm reviving the conversation regarding the new t-shirt idea that I believe Todd brought up at the end of Chapter 5.

I think this would be awesome to see several people wearing the same design one night just as they'll see many of us with our matching embarkation shirts. The impact in the dining room, Studio Sea, The Stack, and Beat Street would be exciting to me.

I noticed that in addition to the Mickey Mouse Club shirt (which I LOVE), they also have Steamboat Willie that of course would be very cool for a picture in the lobby! (Also, I didn't realize they have a font called "Guest Check" that is nearly identical to DCL's font.)

So the question is are there enough of us to make it worth buying to go matchy-matchy? Can our friends outside of the US purchase online at www.DisneyShopping.com? If there aren't enough of us interested, obviously the impact isn't there, thus not really worth coordinating.

Thoughts? :confused3

PS: They currently have a promo for free shipping of your entire order if you adult clothing or accessories. Promo Code = KIDatHEART. I also use MrRebates.com to get a rebate on many of my purchases, including DisneyShopping.



Oh Stephen. How awful. :sad2: I'm so sorry, and I certainly hope you don't have to have surgery, but if that's what it takes to get you back to normal, then in some regard, it will be a relief to know.

DH John and I are interested. Thanks for the link and the codes.

[got2travel]

Does anyone need any baby and toddler shoes, and other baby stuff? I spent the weekend getting my website updated to sell all of the shoes that my kids have outgrown. At one point I had 110 pairs of kids shoes (60 boy and 50 girl pairs) posted for sale! Also selling diaper bags, blankets, and other misc stuff. If anyone wants to take a look, send me a message and I'll send you the address to the site with the pictures and details. Sizes run from size 0 Infant to size 9.5 US sizing, and EU sizing 19 - 25 (I actually have some new boy shoes in sizes EU 27, 28 & 29 to post still).

I don't need any, but had a chuckle when I read this because of the biggest size you have. My son's first pair of shoes, at 8 months, was an 8 EE. I could never put shoes on him before this because none of the baby shoes fit. When he was close to taking a step I figured I needed to get him some shoes. Now at age 14, he wears a size 15. I joke with him that I'll have to buy him Shaq's old shoes soon.

[birkner]

just checking in - got caught up - I do have the menu for one night and it is posted on my facebook - it was the night we got to keep the menu. If you want to see that one, let me know.

I would love to see the menu if you wouldn't mind posting it.

[KrisannB]

I'm reviving the conversation regarding the new t-shirt idea that I believe Todd brought up at the end of Chapter 5.

I think this would be awesome to see several people wearing the same design one night just as they'll see many of us with our matching embarkation shirts. The impact in the dining room, Studio Sea, The Stack, and Beat Street would be exciting to me.

I noticed that in addition to the Mickey Mouse Club shirt (which I LOVE), they also have Steamboat Willie that of course would be very cool for a picture in the lobby! (Also, I didn't realize they have a font called "Guest Check" that is nearly identical to DCL's font.)

So the question is are there enough of us to make it worth buying to go matchy-matchy? Can our friends outside of the US purchase online at www.DisneyShopping.com? If there aren't enough of us interested, obviously the impact isn't there, thus not really worth coordinating.

Thoughts? :confused3

PS: They currently have a promo for free shipping of your entire order if you adult clothing or accessories. Promo Code = KIDatHEART. I also use MrRebates.com to get a rebate on many of my purchases, including DisneyShopping.





thanks for posting this! I have been looking for us some new matching lime green t-shirts for our cruises and they have them for $12 - and we can personalize them for $5 more - trying to decide if we want to personalize them or not- if i do I want it to be something like "Cruising With Mickey"

so thank you thank you thank you!


krisann

[got2travel]

Regarding the Mickey shirts. I think it would be fun to plan our own Club night.

I actually made my shirts last time. One of our cruisers found a high resolution file of the logo which I printed onto transfer paper and ironed onto my shirt.

Todd purchased his shirts from Zazzle.com (not Disneystore, they didn't have them back then). The zazzle ones are cool because you can choose the placement of the logo and put it higher or lower on the front and you control the placement and font of the name on your back.
http://www.zazzle.com/mickey+mouse+club+gifts

[Buckeye Gal]

Regarding the Mickey shirts. I think it would be fun to plan our own Club night.

I actually made my shirts last time. One of our cruisers found a high resolution file of the logo which I printed onto transfer paper and ironed onto my shirt.

Todd purchased his shirts from Zazzle.com (not Disneystore, they didn't have them back then). The zazzle ones are cool because you can choose the placement of the logo and put it higher or lower on the front and you control the placement and font of the name on your back.
http://www.zazzle.com/mickey+mouse+club+gifts

I think it would be fun, too!

Looks like Zazzle is comparable in price, but they have shipping charges...yet...it appears today only they have a Father's Day special for $4 off! Very nice to have options.

Just wanted to note that DisneyShopping.com's MM Club shirts also allow you to move the logo and personalized text as well. In fact, you can even choose what font you desire!

[Bareacuda]

Regarding the Mickey shirts. I think it would be fun to plan our own Club night.

I actually made my shirts last time. One of our cruisers found a high resolution file of the logo which I printed onto transfer paper and ironed onto my shirt.

Todd purchased his shirts from Zazzle.com (not Disneystore, they didn't have them back then). The zazzle ones are cool because you can choose the placement of the logo and put it higher or lower on the front and you control the placement and font of the name on your back.
http://www.zazzle.com/mickey+mouse+club+gifts

:thumbsup2 A big fan of the Mickey Mouse Club... since I lived the orginal group!:lmao:



Stephen... hope all goes well:hug:


Ann:flower3:

[TotallyAngelic]

So, since I can't air out in another forum, I have a pickle of a situation that I don't know how to handle. Maybe someone far wiser than I can make me see the light.

I have a niece and nephew that as soon as they come into my house will go up and down opening my shutters and or opening the refrigerator and looking and then they go and ask mom for whatever I have. Let me state - I don't mind sharing anything I have, my problem is that they come in opening up my drawers and then run to their mom and ask if they can have this. Yesterday for instance, I caught my niece in the kitchen opening and moving my fridge magnets. I asked her not to do that. I even asked her not to open the fridge, to go and find something to do. (We were holding a Relay For Life Meeting). She is 5 yrs old and is advanced for her age. She ignored me and while I was playing hostess, she went and asked her mom if she could have a string cheese. These are special ones that are in the back of the bottom drawer underneath something so they are not in plain sight. I heard this and before I could answer, her mom said - did you open the fridge by yourself or did April (my DD) do it? Her answer was: I did it - I was hungry and wanted something to eat. Her mom told her she could and I was a bit put off by this. So I told her, No, I asked you NOT to do that - this is my house and I have different rules and if she could not listen to my rules, she would not be allowed into my house like her brother was banned for 2 months for stealing (granted it was only $0.50) but stealing is stealing.

My friends and family are split. SIL says that she does it all the time at grandma's house and made it seem as if this was ok but this is my house. Was or is it just me? Did I overreact? I ended up giving the string cheese to her but I wasn't happy about it. Right after, my niece was happy for about 3 minutes and then went off in search of my cabinets. :headache: I am wondering what kind of grandparent I am going to be and if I overreacted? Am I just an obsessed, crazy adult that doesn't like kids? I will be the first to help someone out but when it comes to nieces and nephews, I can't get them to listen to me AT MY OWN HOUSE. Hence, the reason I suspect that I hardly invite family over. If I react this way to toddlers now, what will I be like when my own grandchildren come? Should I lower my standards? I felt a bit justified later when my youngest told me I shouldn't have given in but April's known to not get along with little girls - guess its an Aries thing. :rotfl: Anyway, it still bothers me today and since I can't post it elsewhere (mom is a friend) had to air out here. Someone tell me that I'm not being a neurotic or that I'm justified or at least convince me that I need to loosen up and go with the flow......am I :crazy:

Sign me.......

Crazy Aunt in SoCal

:lmao:

You are not at all crazy .... your sister should make sure that her kids respect your boundaries in your home and it is all about manners ... I would be mortified if my kids had ever gone rummaging in other people's cupboards and refrigerator without permission. I think you need to have a quiet word with your sister.

Well i had my MRI today. Did not get the results yet. That had to be the most pain this I have did in a while. Had to lay on my back with my arm above my head for the 40 minute i was in the machine. They had my arm in a harness that i could not move it. By the end of the MRI I was in a tons of pain i was in tears. They had to help me out of the room. After that i had to sit in the room for 20 min until the pain went down. I hope i never have to that again. I hope the result show i don't need surgery. I let you guys know as so as i do.

Stephen

So sorry to hear about your experience, it really sounds terribly painful and I hope things start to improve soon :hug::hug:

[gismo1554]

Ah we went to a new thread over night without me realising:

Belle1997 - Mickey bars are just yummy. I think its the Dove Chocolate that encases the ice cream!

TotallyAngelic - Im hoping for a Masque ball or something like that

Birkner - The hotel does indeed have a shuttle (Renaissance) from the airport. Also for 11Euros they have a shuttle to the port which were doing rather than a taxi. I have the email addy at home so will try to get you later.

DolphinGirl47 - See now I had completely forgotten that I am in your group over there! DUHHHHHH!!! I'm an idiot Corinna youll have to forgive me!

Alexandmaddie - OK I need to spell check and reread posts lol! Snack Bites! I love it!

Su_Kraft - Even more confused with this as DCL told me differently yesterday! - shown in blue:

Formal Night:
Night 3 – Gibraltar Night 2 - At Sea
Night 8 – At Sea Night 7 - At Sea

Semi-Formal Night:
Night 13 – At Sea Night 13 - Hey they agree on this one

Pirate Night:
Night 9 – At Sea Night 11 - St Maarten

Theme Night:
Night 7 – At Sea Night 8 - At Sea

Oh now I don't know what date to go with the Palo booking, night 11 or night 9?

Hoagie Pie - Yep I got the same as you! Very odd

Got2travel - On St Maarten day mind we have to be back on the boat at 5 so there is some time to get ready then

[TotallyAngelic]

I wish they would confirm these dates one way or another as it is so confusing .... I really want to book Palo on the evening when we are rotational in Lumieres, as that was the least appealing menu last time ..... I don' really have a clue though which night that will be, so I will just have to guess it really and then try and change it once we are on board :confused3:confused3

[gismo1554]

So, since I can't air out in another forum, I have a pickle of a situation that I don't know how to handle. Maybe someone far wiser than I can make me see the light.

I have a niece and nephew that as soon as they come into my house will go up and down opening my shutters and or opening the refrigerator and looking and then they go and ask mom for whatever I have. Let me state - I don't mind sharing anything I have, my problem is that they come in opening up my drawers and then run to their mom and ask if they can have this. Yesterday for instance, I caught my niece in the kitchen opening and moving my fridge magnets. I asked her not to do that. I even asked her not to open the fridge, to go and find something to do. (We were holding a Relay For Life Meeting). She is 5 yrs old and is advanced for her age. She ignored me and while I was playing hostess, she went and asked her mom if she could have a string cheese. These are special ones that are in the back of the bottom drawer underneath something so they are not in plain sight. I heard this and before I could answer, her mom said - did you open the fridge by yourself or did April (my DD) do it? Her answer was: I did it - I was hungry and wanted something to eat. Her mom told her she could and I was a bit put off by this. So I told her, No, I asked you NOT to do that - this is my house and I have different rules and if she could not listen to my rules, she would not be allowed into my house like her brother was banned for 2 months for stealing (granted it was only $0.50) but stealing is stealing.

My friends and family are split. SIL says that she does it all the time at grandma's house and made it seem as if this was ok but this is my house. Was or is it just me? Did I overreact? I ended up giving the string cheese to her but I wasn't happy about it. Right after, my niece was happy for about 3 minutes and then went off in search of my cabinets. :headache: I am wondering what kind of grandparent I am going to be and if I overreacted? Am I just an obsessed, crazy adult that doesn't like kids? I will be the first to help someone out but when it comes to nieces and nephews, I can't get them to listen to me AT MY OWN HOUSE. Hence, the reason I suspect that I hardly invite family over. If I react this way to toddlers now, what will I be like when my own grandchildren come? Should I lower my standards? I felt a bit justified later when my youngest told me I shouldn't have given in but April's known to not get along with little girls - guess its an Aries thing. :rotfl: Anyway, it still bothers me today and since I can't post it elsewhere (mom is a friend) had to air out here. Someone tell me that I'm not being a neurotic or that I'm justified or at least convince me that I need to loosen up and go with the flow......am I :crazy:

Sign me.......

Crazy Aunt in SoCal

:lmao:

To be honest I can see both sides. I don't think its right and I think that they should be tought to respect other people's things. Just because its OK in one place doesn't make it OK everywhere though and children should be taught that. I would talk to her and explain it all again, just saying that this is how it works in your house and that whether or not her child does it elsewhere doesn't make it acceptable. I don't see why anyone would not think that was OK?

[gismo1554]

Well i had my MRI today. Did not get the results yet. That had to be the most pain this I have did in a while. Had to lay on my back with my arm above my head for the 40 minute i was in the machine. They had my arm in a harness that i could not move it. By the end of the MRI I was in a tons of pain i was in tears. They had to help me out of the room. After that i had to sit in the room for 20 min until the pain went down. I hope i never have to that again. I hope the result show i don't need surgery. I let you guys know as so as i do.

Stephen

Stephen any idea when you get the results? Fingers crossed!

[gismo1554]

Did anyone from the EBTA ever post the menus? Just wondering if I missed them somewhere???


I don't think anyone has posted any ba the TransAtlantic one which was over on facebook I think

[gismo1554]

I wish they would confirm these dates one way or another as it is so confusing .... I really want to book Palo on the evening when we are rotational in Lumieres, as that was the least appealing menu last time ..... I don' really have a clue though which night that will be, so I will just have to guess it really and then try and change it once we are on board :confused3:confused3

I guess this is what well have to go through! All of us will be changing things lol Maybe if 2 of us may want the same nights we can do a swapsie onboard.

If anyone wants to swap a night at sea (night 9) for St Maarten night depending on when Pirate night is, I want ours on Pirate night! We are going for a 6pm slot probably - or as early as possible.

[granmaz]

So, since I can't air out in another forum, I have a pickle of a situation that I don't know how to handle. Maybe someone far wiser than I can make me see the light.

I have a niece and nephew that as soon as they come into my house will go up and down opening my shutters and or opening the refrigerator and looking and then they go and ask mom for whatever I have. Let me state - I don't mind sharing anything I have, my problem is that they come in opening up my drawers and then run to their mom and ask if they can have this. Yesterday for instance, I caught my niece in the kitchen opening and moving my fridge magnets. I asked her not to do that. I even asked her not to open the fridge, to go and find something to do. (We were holding a Relay For Life Meeting). She is 5 yrs old and is advanced for her age. She ignored me and while I was playing hostess, she went and asked her mom if she could have a string cheese. These are special ones that are in the back of the bottom drawer underneath something so they are not in plain sight. I heard this and before I could answer, her mom said - did you open the fridge by yourself or did April (my DD) do it? Her answer was: I did it - I was hungry and wanted something to eat. Her mom told her she could and I was a bit put off by this. So I told her, No, I asked you NOT to do that - this is my house and I have different rules and if she could not listen to my rules, she would not be allowed into my house like her brother was banned for 2 months for stealing (granted it was only $0.50) but stealing is stealing.

My friends and family are split. SIL says that she does it all the time at grandma's house and made it seem as if this was ok but this is my house. Was or is it just me? Did I overreact? I ended up giving the string cheese to her but I wasn't happy about it. Right after, my niece was happy for about 3 minutes and then went off in search of my cabinets. :headache: I am wondering what kind of grandparent I am going to be and if I overreacted? Am I just an obsessed, crazy adult that doesn't like kids? I will be the first to help someone out but when it comes to nieces and nephews, I can't get them to listen to me AT MY OWN HOUSE. Hence, the reason I suspect that I hardly invite family over. If I react this way to toddlers now, what will I be like when my own grandchildren come? Should I lower my standards? I felt a bit justified later when my youngest told me I shouldn't have given in but April's known to not get along with little girls - guess its an Aries thing. :rotfl: Anyway, it still bothers me today and since I can't post it elsewhere (mom is a friend) had to air out here. Someone tell me that I'm not being a neurotic or that I'm justified or at least convince me that I need to loosen up and go with the flow......am I :crazy:

Sign me.......

Crazy Aunt in SoCal

:lmao:

Your house, your rules. My grandkids wouldn't go in my fridge or cupboards. To be honest I don't think their parents would allow that in any home but their own.

Having said that, a bit of a funny! My daughter and family(4 children, then all under 9:eek:) went to our son's house where they had just had a baby. My daughter's second son, then aged 7, and a bit of a live wire but loveable(still is) was allowed to film with our son's camcorder. Off he went while everyone chatted and cuddled baby. When he showed what he had filmed, there were views all over the house inside of drawers(including our DIL's underwear drawer) he had opened, and a view down their ensuite toilet!!!! He was told off strongly, but of course we all had a huge laugh!!!

Mmmm, perhaps I should now go back and edit my first paragraph and say all my grandkids but one!!!!:rolleyes1

Hi, :wave2:

We're checking in. Looking forward to a great time on the cruise.

Melisa/Luvdamouse91
Mike/mm4mm

Hi and welcome.:wave:

At the risk of being asked to walk the plank...I am not happy with the change in themes at dinner. No offense to you pirate lovers out there, but now they have moved pirate night to my birthday.:sad2:

I was hoping for a semi or formal night.

I guess on a good note I will at least have fireworks.

Just my thoughts

Don't worry just yet, it will probably change a few times!!!!!

Well i had my MRI today. Did not get the results yet. That had to be the most pain this I have did in a while. Had to lay on my back with my arm above my head for the 40 minute i was in the machine. They had my arm in a harness that i could not move it. By the end of the MRI I was in a tons of pain i was in tears. They had to help me out of the room. After that i had to sit in the room for 20 min until the pain went down. I hope i never have to that again. I hope the result show i don't need surgery. I let you guys know as so as i do.

Stephen

Oh I am so sorry. That is so bad. I hope it settles down for you very soon.

[dolphingirl47]

I'm reviving the conversation regarding the new t-shirt idea that I believe Todd brought up at the end of Chapter 5.

I think this would be awesome to see several people wearing the same design one night just as they'll see many of us with our matching embarkation shirts. The impact in the dining room, Studio Sea, The Stack, and Beat Street would be exciting to me.

I noticed that in addition to the Mickey Mouse Club shirt (which I LOVE), they also have Steamboat Willie that of course would be very cool for a picture in the lobby! (Also, I didn't realize they have a font called "Guest Check" that is nearly identical to DCL's font.)

So the question is are there enough of us to make it worth buying to go matchy-matchy? Can our friends outside of the US purchase online at www.DisneyShopping.com? If there aren't enough of us interested, obviously the impact isn't there, thus not really worth coordinating.

Thoughts? :confused3

PS: They currently have a promo for free shipping of your entire order if you purchase adult clothing or accessories. Promo Code = KIDatHEART. I also use MrRebates.com to get a rebate on many of my purchases, including DisneyShopping.



Oh Stephen. How awful. :sad2: I'm so sorry, and I certainly hope you don't have to have surgery, but if that's what it takes to get you back to normal, then in some regard, it will be a relief to know.

I can't get on the US site at all. It keeps defaulting to the UK site.

Regarding the Mickey shirts. I think it would be fun to plan our own Club night.

I actually made my shirts last time. One of our cruisers found a high resolution file of the logo which I printed onto transfer paper and ironed onto my shirt.

Todd purchased his shirts from Zazzle.com (not Disneystore, they didn't have them back then). The zazzle ones are cool because you can choose the placement of the logo and put it higher or lower on the front and you control the placement and font of the name on your back.
http://www.zazzle.com/mickey+mouse+club+gifts

Just had a look at Zazzle and I can get on there no problem. Just need to make sure that they ship to the UK if we decide to go ahead.

Corinna

[castmeaway]

O.K., I admit that I'm not the most computer literate person, but I can't figure out how to PM to sign-up for activities. Can anyone "show me the way?" Thank you so much!

[tig82174]

Erik, have you seen 10" mickey rice crispy at the Main street Bakery?

Pj

Yes I have seen those....I've never actually gotten on, though, because I have poor impulse control and would probably eat the whole thing in one sitting and then feel like someone ran me over with a truck because I would be so stuffed!:rotfl2: Besides in those candy shops I'm typically too attracted to the chocolate dipped pretzel rods which are also a particular favorite of mine! :thumbsup2

[luvdamouse91]

O.K., I admit that I'm not the most computer literate person, but I can't figure out how to PM to sign-up for activities. Can anyone "show me the way?" Thank you so much!

Click on the underlined disname of the post. The second option is to send a private message to ... From there it is pretty much like other posts.
:surfweb:

Melisa

[granmaz]

Yes I have seen those....I've never actually gotten on, though, because I have poor impulse control and would probably eat the whole thing in one sitting and then feel like someone ran me over with a truck because I would be so stuffed!:rotfl2: Besides in those candy shops I'm typically too attracted to the chocolate dipped pretzel rods which are also a particular favorite of mine! :thumbsup2

:rotfl2::rotfl2::rotfl2:That would be me!!!!! I love the 'ran me over with a truck' part - just what it feels like!!! :laughing: Having said that though, we did find the sandal shaped ones given in the Castaway Club gifts to be very sickly, and that is saying something coming from me!!:lmao:

I have never had a pretzel rod. Are they sweet too? Normal little pretzels are salty, so I think this has put me off somewhat.

We always call in to Ghiradelli's at DTD a couple of times each time we go there, and that turned out to be every day for 12 days last time as we walk from SSR!!! I think one time they began to recognise John!!!:rotfl: Also we found out last time that they have fudge samples at Goofy's Candy Co, so we had to pop there too.:rolleyes1

[UKANGEL]

Away for one day and you get onto Part 6! :woohoo:

Just off to have a quick :rotfl2: catch up.......what a glorious day here!:woohoo:

[1DisneyQueen]

Well i had my MRI today. Did not get the results yet. That had to be the most pain this I have did in a while. Had to lay on my back with my arm above my head for the 40 minute i was in the machine. They had my arm in a harness that i could not move it. By the end of the MRI I was in a tons of pain i was in tears. They had to help me out of the room. After that i had to sit in the room for 20 min until the pain went down. I hope i never have to that again. I hope the result show i don't need surgery. I let you guys know as so as i do.

Stephen

Fingers crossed for you.


I went to bed last night on page 3. I get up this morning...page 6:eek:

We are a chatty bunch sometimes. I guess it helps that we are international and we are chatting 24/7.


Monica, nice to see you are definately going to join us. Thanks for the tshirt link

Off to work. Will check in on my lunch break (or sooner, work permitting);)

[pilk]

:cool1: Three months to go before the start of our vacation. :cool1:

Now to bring back the trivia questions. The last questions that I asked were:


#1What musical instrument does Mickey Mouse use a cow’s udder as, in Steamboat Willie?

Answer: Well, according to Trivia Pursuit it is Bagpipes. However, after getting a couple different answers I watched the movie. I couldn't find the scen of Mickey playing "bagpipes" on a cow's udder. He does play a "keyboard" on the cows teeth, and "bagpipes" on a nursing pig.

It's bad enough that you can't believe everything on the internet (sorry for spoiling this for some people :lmao:) but know you can't trust Trivia Pursuit. :eek:

#2 What percent of Walt Disney Productions did Walt Disney and his wife own before going public – 60, 80, or 100?

Answer: This one is correct, no arguement. The answer is 60.

New questions:
#1 Which of the Seven Dwarfs has the biggest nose?

#2 What kind of cheese does Mickey Mouse eat in the castle, in Mickey and the Beanstalk?

Please PM answers.

Jon

[pilk]

Well i had my MRI today. Did not get the results yet. That had to be the most pain this I have did in a while. Had to lay on my back with my arm above my head for the 40 minute i was in the machine. They had my arm in a harness that i could not move it. By the end of the MRI I was in a tons of pain i was in tears. They had to help me out of the room. After that i had to sit in the room for 20 min until the pain went down. I hope i never have to that again. I hope the result show i don't need surgery. I let you guys know as so as i do.

Stephen

:eek: Not nice when the testing makes things worse. Hope the result brings back good news and no surgery is required.

Jon

[UKANGEL]

Well i had my MRI today. Did not get the results yet. That had to be the most pain this I have did in a while. Had to lay on my back with my arm above my head for the 40 minute i was in the machine. They had my arm in a harness that i could not move it. By the end of the MRI I was in a tons of pain i was in tears. They had to help me out of the room. After that i had to sit in the room for 20 min until the pain went down. I hope i never have to that again. I hope the result show i don't need surgery. I let you guys know as so as i do.

Stephen


That sounds so painful!:sad2: Really hope you get good results quickly!






Formal Night:
Night 3 – Gibraltar Night 2 - At Sea
Night 8 – At Sea Night 7 - At Sea

Semi-Formal Night:
Night 13 – At Sea Night 13 - Hey they agree on this one

Pirate Night:
Night 9 – At Sea Night 11 - St Maarten

Theme Night:
Night 7 – At Sea Night 8 - At Sea

Oh now I don't know what date to go with the Palo booking, night 11 or night


I SO wish we had the definitive answer for this! :confused3:rolleyes1

Ah well, I won't sweat the small stuff, as they say!:thumbsup2

[UKANGEL]

....and a big thank you to everyone for all the good wishes for Becky. Just waiting to hear how you got on with her first day at work now.:hug:

[tig82174]

:rotfl2::rotfl2::rotfl2:That would be me!!!!! I love the 'ran me over with a truck' part - just what it feels like!!! :laughing: Having said that though, we did find the sandal shaped ones given in the Castaway Club gifts to be very sickly, and that is saying something coming from me!!:lmao:

I have never had a pretzel rod. Are they sweet too? Normal little pretzels are salty, so I think this has put me off somewhat.

We always call in to Ghiradelli's at DTD a couple of times each time we go there, and that turned out to be every day for 12 days last time as we walk from SSR!!! I think one time they began to recognise John!!!:rotfl: Also we found out last time that they have fudge samples at Goofy's Candy Co, so we had to pop there too.:rolleyes1

They are regular pretzel rods, but the top 2/3 of the stick is covered in chocolate and other toppings like caramel, nuts, chocolate chips, white chocolate. They're wonderful!

[tig82174]

I'd just like to send out a public thanks to the folks who have read in my signature that Jason and I are doing our local AIDS Walk tomorrow and have PMed me to find out how to donate to our cause. It really means a lot to have so many supportive and giving friends, some that we haven't even officially met yet, here on the DIS! I have already raised over $2600 or tomorrow's event and, right now, I'm the top fundraising walker which makes me very proud!:grouphug:

[pilk]

I'd just like to send out a public thanks to the folks who have read in my signature that Jason and I are doing our local AIDS Walk tomorrow and have PMed me to find out how to donate to our cause. It really means a lot to have so many supportive and giving friends, some that we haven't even officially met yet, here on the DIS! I have already raised over $2600 or tomorrow's event and, right now, I'm the top fundraising walker which makes me very proud!:grouphug:

Excellent job Eric. Hoping the weather is pleasant for you tomorrow.

Jon

[DisneyVegas1]

Regarding the Mickey shirts. I think it would be fun to plan our own Club night.

I actually made my shirts last time. One of our cruisers found a high resolution file of the logo which I printed onto transfer paper and ironed onto my shirt.

Todd purchased his shirts from Zazzle.com (not Disneystore, they didn't have them back then). The zazzle ones are cool because you can choose the placement of the logo and put it higher or lower on the front and you control the placement and font of the name on your back.
http://www.zazzle.com/mickey+mouse+club+gifts

See I knew it wasnt through the disneystore ....I just couldnt remember that far ....But yes I am all for Mickey Mouse Club night .....

pirate:

[DisneyVegas1]

I think it would be fun, too!

Looks like Zazzle is comparable in price, but they have shipping charges...yet...it appears today only they have a Father's Day special for $4 off! Very nice to have options.

Just wanted to note that DisneyShopping.com's MM Club shirts also allow you to move the logo and personalized text as well. In fact, you can even choose what font you desire!

The Font we used last time was Imperial ...... It really looked good

pirate:

[mdwoodman]

I SO wish we had the definitive answer for this! :confused3:rolleyes1

Ah well, I won't sweat the small stuff, as they say!:thumbsup2

No, don't sweat the petty stuff. And don't pet the sweaty stuff! :thumbsup2

[Terapin]

Well i had my MRI today. Did not get the results yet. That had to be the most pain this I have did in a while. Had to lay on my back with my arm above my head for the 40 minute i was in the machine. They had my arm in a harness that i could not move it. By the end of the MRI I was in a tons of pain i was in tears. They had to help me out of the room. After that i had to sit in the room for 20 min until the pain went down. I hope i never have to that again. I hope the result show i don't need surgery. I let you guys know as so as i do.

Stephen

I'm sorry. That sounds miserable. I hope you are feeling better and I hope the MRI yields some useful information that can lead you on your way to feeling better.

[acourtwdw]

Good Day everyone

Stephen- sorry to hear that MRI was so painful.
Erik & Jason- Is it too late to donate?

This is what I just got from DCL via email. Hopefully it's correct and it matches the last post also.
*Nights 2 & 7: "formal night"
*Night 8: "theme night"
*Night 11: pirate night with deck party
*Night 13: "semi-formal night"

[MrsMork]

No, don't sweat the petty stuff. And don't pet the sweaty stuff! :thumbsup2

:lmao::rotfl:

Good Day everyone


This is what I just got from DCL via email. Hopefully it's correct and it matches the last post also.
*Nights 2 & 7: "formal night"
*Night 8: "theme night"
*Night 11: pirate night with deck party
*Night 13: "semi-formal night"

This is what we are getting from every source except concierge. I would (and did!) go with this one for booking Palo.

[tig82174]

Good Day everyone

Stephen- sorry to hear that MRI was so painful.
Erik & Jason- Is it too late to donate?

This is what I just got from DCL via email. Hopefully it's correct and it matches the last post also.
*Nights 2 & 7: "formal night"
*Night 8: "theme night"
*Night 11: pirate night with deck party
*Night 13: "semi-formal night"

Nope it isn't too late to donate to us.....but I think I'm not allowed to post the link to my donation page here on the main threads becuase it breaks the "solicitation" rule(s) of the DIS. I can PM you the info if you want.....I'll send a PM right now.

If anyone else is interested in donation, you can PM me and I'll send you the link to our online donation page.

[got2travel]

Fingers crossed for you.


I went to bed last night on page 3. I get up this morning...page 6:eek:

We are a chatty bunch sometimes. I guess it helps that we are international and we are chatting 24/7.


Monica, nice to see you are definately going to join us. Thanks for the tshirt link

Off to work. Will check in on my lunch break (or sooner, work permitting);)


not definite yet, but just can't help planning and thinking positive

[renegade7]

Greetings from foggy, wet, and humid (so out of place) San Francisco.

I am hoping to me more active now that I leave in 3 months for Barcelona. I need to really start locking things in. Last night Kimmy and I talked and got our 10-day excursions all figured out (as we can book them on 6/10). Next up are the 14-day ones (booking on 6/20 - however not sure if we will do many from Disney) and then Barcelona.

I still need to book a return flight from MCO-SFO for 10/3. My daily email shows prices dropped from $170-$144 but that is probably for the early (7am) flights - after this post it is off to Kayak to check.

I sent and email to my TA yesterday after all the posting about theme nights as well as to request our bed to be split so it is 2 singles, note that we are 2 separate parties rooming together to try to get 2 of anything they leave (I know it is a long shot, but figured it can't hurt), to ask when the best time is to link for dinning (which btw they said is the last thing Disney does and should wait till after everyone gets a room assignment as they will try to put your rooms next to one another and could impact the chances of complimentary upgrades), and little things like that. Here is what I got for the dinner rotations (I think this matches the info from the concierge):

Day 3 Formal Night
Day 7 Theme Night
Day 8 Formal Night
Day 9 Pirate Night
Day 13 Semi-Formal Night

Seems like the Day 3 and 9 are the big questions if they are correct. Day 7 & 8 were just flip flopped from what I had noted which is not that big of a deal to me. But I do have to agree that Day 3 vs. Day 2 for Formal is just strange. For any of you on the B2B they did confirm I have the 10 day correct so will go post on the thread if anyone is interested in seeing it.


Formal Night:
Night 3 – Gibraltar Night 2 - At Sea
Night 8 – At Sea Night 7 - At Sea

Semi-Formal Night:
Night 13 – At Sea Night 13 - Hey they agree on this one

Pirate Night:
Night 9 – At Sea Night 11 - St Maarten

Theme Night:
Night 7 – At Sea Night 8 - At Sea



This is what I just got from DCL via email. Hopefully it's correct and it matches the last post also.
*Nights 2 & 7: "formal night"
*Night 8: "theme night"
*Night 11: pirate night with deck party
*Night 13: "semi-formal night"

Ok I should probably get some work done today.

[pilk]

Ok I should probably get some work done today.

I was just thinking the samething:surfweb:. Good thing I am not at my real job today, I wouldn't be able to use the computer. I am supposed to be working on PPT for my part time business. Not having much luck in sticking to that plan:rolleyes1

Jon

[birkner]

Greetings from foggy, wet, and humid (so out of place) San Francisco.

I am hoping to me more active now that I leave in 3 months for Barcelona. I need to really start locking things in. Last night Kimmy and I talked and got our 10-day excursions all figured out (as we can book them on 6/10). Next up are the 14-day ones (booking on 6/20 - however not sure if we will do many from Disney) and then Barcelona.

I still need to book a return flight from MCO-SFO for 10/3. My daily email shows prices dropped from $170-$144 but that is probably for the early (7am) flights - after this post it is off to Kayak to check.

I sent and email to my TA yesterday after all the posting about theme nights as well as to request our bed to be split so it is 2 singles, note that we are 2 separate parties rooming together to try to get 2 of anything they leave (I know it is a long shot, but figured it can't hurt), to ask when the best time is to link for dinning (which btw they said is the last thing Disney does and should wait till after everyone gets a room assignment as they will try to put your rooms next to one another and could impact the chances of complimentary upgrades), and little things like that. Here is what I got for the dinner rotations (I think this matches the info from the concierge):

Day 3 Formal Night
Day 7 Theme Night
Day 8 Formal Night
Day 9 Pirate Night
Day 13 Semi-Formal Night

Seems like the Day 3 and 9 are the big questions if they are correct. Day 7 & 8 were just flip flopped from what I had noted which is not that big of a deal to me. But I do have to agree that Day 3 vs. Day 2 for Formal is just strange. For any of you on the B2B they did confirm I have the 10 day correct so will go post on the thread if anyone is interested in seeing it.





Ok I should probably get some work done today.

We did Southwest on the day it opened up for $125 each. Cheapest now is the 8 AM for $208. Priceline has Air Tran one way for $149 if that helps.

Just my thoughts...
:surfweb:

[Disney Sweetie]

I'm reviving the conversation regarding the new t-shirt idea that I believe Todd brought up at the end of Chapter 5.

I think this would be awesome to see several people wearing the same design one night just as they'll see many of us with our matching embarkation shirts. The impact in the dining room, Studio Sea, The Stack, and Beat Street would be exciting to me.

I noticed that in addition to the Mickey Mouse Club shirt (which I LOVE), they also have Steamboat Willie that of course would be very cool for a picture in the lobby! (Also, I didn't realize they have a font called "Guest Check" that is nearly identical to DCL's font.)

So the question is are there enough of us to make it worth buying to go matchy-matchy? Can our friends outside of the US purchase online at www.DisneyShopping.com? If there aren't enough of us interested, obviously the impact isn't there, thus not really worth coordinating.

Thoughts? :confused3

PS: They currently have a promo for free shipping of your entire order if you purchase adult clothing or accessories. Promo Code = KIDatHEART. I also use MrRebates.com to get a rebate on many of my purchases, including DisneyShopping.



Oh Stephen. How awful. :sad2: I'm so sorry, and I certainly hope you don't have to have surgery, but if that's what it takes to get you back to normal, then in some regard, it will be a relief to know.

Regarding the Mickey shirts. I think it would be fun to plan our own Club night.

I actually made my shirts last time. One of our cruisers found a high resolution file of the logo which I printed onto transfer paper and ironed onto my shirt.

Todd purchased his shirts from Zazzle.com (not Disneystore, they didn't have them back then). The zazzle ones are cool because you can choose the placement of the logo and put it higher or lower on the front and you control the placement and font of the name on your back.
http://www.zazzle.com/mickey+mouse+club+gifts

I am all for a Club Night.....:)

[Buckeye Gal]

I can't get on the US site at all. It keeps defaulting to the UK site....Just had a look at Zazzle and I can get on there no problem. Just need to make sure that they ship to the UK if we decide to go ahead.

Corinna

I hope you can get Zazzle to ship, Corinna. I did look at the UK site for DisneyShopping, and was disappointed they didn't have the shirts there. :guilty: I did notice after posting last night that when you use the Disney site, the page actually says "powered by Zazzle", and the URL includes Zazzle. Another example of outsourcing! :rotfl:

Yes I have seen those (10" marshmallow rice treats)....I've never actually gotten on, though, because I have poor impulse control and would probably eat the whole thing in one sitting and then feel like someone ran me over with a truck because I would be so stuffed!:rotfl2: ....Jason and I are doing our local AIDS Walk tomorrow...

I once had a manager who told me she ate one whole pan of Rice Krispie treats that she made, and ended up in the emergency room that night! All the marshmallow goodness in her tummy wasn't digesting as it needed to!

I hope you have great weather for the walk tomorrow!

The Font we used last time was Imperial ...... It really looked good

pirate:

Thanks for telling me, Todd! I'll check it out. I definitely want a font more traditional/retro.

I'm going to make the Mickey Mouse Club ::MickeyMo t-shirt purchase, so I hope I won't be alone! (hint, hint, nudge, nudge) ;) The proper displaying of the name is on the back, right?

Make it a great day/weekend everyone!

[tig82174]

I sent and email to my TA yesterday after all the posting about theme nights as well as to request our bed to be split so it is 2 singles, note that we are 2 separate parties rooming together to try to get 2 of anything they leave (I know it is a long shot, but figured it can't hurt), to ask when the best time is to link for dinning (which btw they said is the last thing Disney does and should wait till after everyone gets a room assignment as they will try to put your rooms next to one another and could impact the chances of complimentary upgrades), and little things like that.

Really? That's odd they told you about that for linking dining. We've linked dining with friends on every cruise we've been on since 1997 and it's never ever impacted the room locations for GTY guests or anything to my knowledge---although I can't really say whether it's impacted complimentary upgrades....I don't suppose you or anyone you linked to would know you didn't get one of those if you don't get one, huh? :lmao: Like when you check in they probably don't say, "Welcome! We were GOING to upgrade you to a nicer cabin but then we saw that you were linked to eat dinner with cabin so-and-so so we decided not to!" :rotfl2:

So did they say when exactly to do dining linking if you want to do so?

[acourtwdw]

Really? That's odd they told you about that for linking dining. We've linked dining with friends on every cruise we've been on since 1997 and it's never ever impacted the room locations for GTY guests or anything to my knowledge---although I can't really say whether it's impacted complimentary upgrades....I don't suppose you or anyone you linked to would know you didn't get one of those if you don't get one, huh? :lmao: Like when you check in they probably don't say, "Welcome! We were GOING to upgrade you to a nicer cabin but then we saw that you were linked to eat dinner with cabin so-and-so so we decided not to!" :rotfl2:

So did they say when exactly to do dining linking if you want to do so?

We will want to wait to link dining once everyone has their Palo ressies made. I can't remember the reason exactly why but that is what we've had to do for past DVC Member cruises.

[DisneyVegas1]

I hope you can get Zazzle to ship, Corinna. I did look at the UK site for DisneyShopping, and was disappointed they didn't have the shirts there. :guilty: I did notice after posting last night that when you use the Disney site, the page actually says "powered by Zazzle", and the URL includes Zazzle. Another example of outsourcing! :rotfl:

Thanks for telling me, Todd! I'll check it out. I definitely want a font more traditional/retro.

I'm going to make the Mickey Mouse Club ::MickeyMo t-shirt purchase, so I hope I won't be alone! (hint, hint, nudge, nudge) ;) The proper displaying of the name is on the back, right?

Make it a great day/weekend everyone!


Yes the name goes on the back of the shirt ...nice and big ..LOL Well , Looks like we will be doing the shirts too , cause that just means another outfit picked out for dinner that I dont have to worry about ....We should definitely pick a night we are going to do this .....it would be great if we were all in animators that night .....:cool1:


pirate:

[Bareacuda]

No, don't sweat the petty stuff. And don't pet the sweaty stuff! :thumbsup2

:rotfl::rotfl::rotfl:

Ann

[1DisneyQueen]

Good Day everyone

Stephen- sorry to hear that MRI was so painful.
Erik & Jason- Is it too late to donate?

This is what I just got from DCL via email. Hopefully it's correct and it matches the last post also.
*Nights 2 & 7: "formal night"
*Night 8: "theme night"
*Night 11: pirate night with deck party
*Night 13: "semi-formal night"

You guys are toying with my emotions:rolleyes:

[UKANGEL]

They are regular pretzel rods, but the top 2/3 of the stick is covered in chocolate and other toppings like caramel, nuts, chocolate chips, white chocolate. They're wonderful!


Oh my goodness, they sound delicious! I've put on weight just thinking about them! ;)



I'd just like to send out a public thanks to the folks who have read in my signature that Jason and I are doing our local AIDS Walk tomorrow and have PMed me to find out how to donate to our cause. It really means a lot to have so many supportive and giving friends, some that we haven't even officially met yet, here on the DIS! I have already raised over $2600 or tomorrow's event and, right now, I'm the top fundraising walker which makes me very proud!:grouphug:


well done to you both!:woohoo:




No, don't sweat the petty stuff. And don't pet the sweaty stuff! :thumbsup2


:rotfl2::rotfl2::rotfl2: I'll try not to!

[Hoagie Pie]

Michael - so sorry to hear about the MRI. Hang in there and I am sure you will know something by Monday.

Kimberly, would it be possible to post the Mickey Mouse Club T-shirts again. I don't know who did that last time or if we can go back to an old post. Abby has no idea what this is and would love to show her. I might be interested, if she jumps on board :)

Erik - LOVE the pretzels but didn't know anyone loved them but me! I am glad I know someone else. I think the Rice Krispy bars are too sweet. I do eat it though but try to stay away. I wish they served the pretzels before a show.

It is so funny how many different formal and informal, pirate info we are getting. I really find it odd that Disney would do a formal night when we are in port. I still say, they are not thinking about our cruise as much as we are. I believe the "little birdie" to be correct.

I was told on our Double Dip to not put the staterooms together because you might not get a DCL upgrade. We did put them together - no upgrade. This cruise I am going with my MIL Goofy Granny, but told my Travel Agent to NOT put us hooked up. Disney will look at that and say I am with her, why would I want to be on Deck 6 or 7 if she is 2 or vice versa. Since the Double Dip, I have not had my ressies linked even though we have been with friends. I heard this from a "little birdie" also.

I have to vent my frustration with this oil leak. I am not talking politically because I believe that should not be talked about among friends - that is why we are friends, :grouphug:but if I see one more dead turtle or black pelican on the beach, I am going to scream. I LOVE the beach and I can sit there all day so I am just venting frustration - Thank You!!!

[tig82174]

We will want to wait to link dining once everyone has their Palo ressies made. I can't remember the reason exactly why but that is what we've had to do for past DVC Member cruises.

Right...I knew that much but I assumed that once everyone had done their Palo and excursion ressies that you'd be fine.....and the last group gets to do it at 75 days right? or is tehre a group that has to wait until even closer?

[alexandmaddie]

I have to vent my frustration with this oil leak. I am not talking politically because I believe that should not be talked about among friends - that is why we are friends, :grouphug:but if I see one more dead turtle or black pelican on the beach, I am going to scream. I LOVE the beach and I can sit there all day so I am just venting frustration - Thank You!!!

:sad1: It is so awful.

Krista

[renegade7]

Really? That's odd they told you about that for linking dining. We've linked dining with friends on every cruise we've been on since 1997 and it's never ever impacted the room locations for GTY guests or anything to my knowledge---although I can't really say whether it's impacted complimentary upgrades....I don't suppose you or anyone you linked to would know you didn't get one of those if you don't get one, huh? :lmao: Like when you check in they probably don't say, "Welcome! We were GOING to upgrade you to a nicer cabin but then we saw that you were linked to eat dinner with cabin so-and-so so we decided not to!" :rotfl2:

So did they say when exactly to do dining linking if you want to do so?

She said to no later than 1 week prior. But I would not push it out that far, maybe a month prior is my furthest comfort zone? Especially since in our situation we are doing the B2B. I don't have a cabin number yet for the 10-day (since we upgraded for a refund) and I would love to get an upgrade from my Deck 2 Cat 10 for the 14-day. :)

We did Southwest on the day it opened up for $125 each. Cheapest now is the 8 AM for $208. Priceline has Air Tran one way for $149 if that helps.

Just my thoughts...
:surfweb:

Thanks - I looked at SW as well when they came out, but has not been any less than others. I need a late flight back on Sunday night, so that is what is causing me problems. Delta had a great sale months back and I could kick myself for not booking (it was like $120). So it looks like I will be doing an AirTran flight that night ($170 plus luggage fees and seat assignment fees), but just watching and waiting till closer (maybe end of July) as the last thing I want to do is use a "discount" airline and have them go bellyup like has happened to some on here already.

[birkner]

She said to no later than 1 week prior. But I would not push it out that far, maybe a month prior is my furthest comfort zone? Especially since in our situation we are doing the B2B. I don't have a cabin number yet for the 10-day (since we upgraded for a refund) and I would love to get an upgrade from my Deck 2 Cat 10 for the 14-day. :)



Thanks - I looked at SW as well when they came out, but has not been any less than others. I need a late flight back on Sunday night, so that is what is causing me problems. Delta had a great sale months back and I could kick myself for not booking (it was like $120). So it looks like I will be doing an AirTran flight that night ($170 plus luggage fees and seat assignment fees), but just watching and waiting till closer (maybe end of July) as the last thing I want to do is use a "discount" airline and have them go bellyup like has happened to some on here already.

I didn't see the delta flights but got for the additional $10 each the guaranteed seats so we don't have to panic about checking in on SW. DH has had some issues with Delta and flights so we try not to book it if at all possible.

Just my thoughts....
:surfweb:

[orlandothebeagle]

At the risk of being asked to walk the plank...I am not happy with the change in themes at dinner. No offense to you pirate lovers out there, but now they have moved pirate night to my birthday.:sad2:

I was hoping for a semi or formal night.

I guess on a good note I will at least have fireworks.

Just my thoughts
I would hope for that too
Well i had my MRI today. Did not get the results yet. That had to be the most pain this I have did in a while. Had to lay on my back with my arm above my head for the 40 minute i was in the machine. They had my arm in a harness that i could not move it. By the end of the MRI I was in a tons of pain i was in tears. They had to help me out of the room. After that i had to sit in the room for 20 min until the pain went down. I hope i never have to that again. I hope the result show i don't need surgery. I let you guys know as so as i do.

Stephen
yikes, sorry, hopes its good news.
....and a big thank you to everyone for all the good wishes for Becky. Just waiting to hear how you got on with her first day at work now.:hug:
hope all is well
Really? That's odd they told you about that for linking dining. We've linked dining with friends on every cruise we've been on since 1997 and it's never ever impacted the room locations for GTY guests or anything to my knowledge---although I can't really say whether it's impacted complimentary upgrades....I don't suppose you or anyone you linked to would know you didn't get one of those if you don't get one, huh? :lmao: Like when you check in they probably don't say, "Welcome! We were GOING to upgrade you to a nicer cabin but then we saw that you were linked to eat dinner with cabin so-and-so so we decided not to!" :rotfl2:

So did they say when exactly to do dining linking if you want to do so?
good q

[tig82174]

She said to no later than 1 week prior. But I would not push it out that far, maybe a month prior is my furthest comfort zone? Especially since in our situation we are doing the B2B. I don't have a cabin number yet for the 10-day (since we upgraded for a refund) and I would love to get an upgrade from my Deck 2 Cat 10 for the 14-day. :)


Jason and I would def. be comfortable with that----especially if you gals are still considering linking up with us for the B2B for meals.

[gismo1554]

Good Day everyone

Stephen- sorry to hear that MRI was so painful.
Erik & Jason- Is it too late to donate?

This is what I just got from DCL via email. Hopefully it's correct and it matches the last post also.
*Nights 2 & 7: "formal night"
*Night 8: "theme night"
*Night 11: pirate night with deck party
*Night 13: "semi-formal night"

Yours matches mine but not Sues - Sue are you on a different boat to us lol??? :rotfl2:

[gismo1554]

Day 3 Formal Night
Day 7 Theme Night
Day 8 Formal Night
Day 9 Pirate Night
Day 13 Semi-Formal Night

Seems like the Day 3 and 9 are the big questions if they are correct. Day 7 & 8 were just flip flopped from what I had noted which is not that big of a deal to me. But I do have to agree that Day 3 vs. Day 2 for Formal is just strange. For any of you on the B2B they did confirm I have the 10 day correct so will go post on the thread if anyone is interested in seeing it.

Ok I should probably get some work done today.

I assumed it was day 2 due to this being a sea day. Formal night when were in port is also a bit strange for a longer cruise! I'm very confused lol!

[gismo1554]

Michael - so sorry to hear about the MRI. Hang in there and I am sure you will know something by Monday.

Kimberly, would it be possible to post the Mickey Mouse Club T-shirts again. I don't know who did that last time or if we can go back to an old post. Abby has no idea what this is and would love to show her. I might be interested, if she jumps on board :)

Erik - LOVE the pretzels but didn't know anyone loved them but me! I am glad I know someone else. I think the Rice Krispy bars are too sweet. I do eat it though but try to stay away. I wish they served the pretzels before a show.

It is so funny how many different formal and informal, pirate info we are getting. I really find it odd that Disney would do a formal night when we are in port. I still say, they are not thinking about our cruise as much as we are. I believe the "little birdie" to be correct.

I was told on our Double Dip to not put the staterooms together because you might not get a DCL upgrade. We did put them together - no upgrade. This cruise I am going with my MIL Goofy Granny, but told my Travel Agent to NOT put us hooked up. Disney will look at that and say I am with her, why would I want to be on Deck 6 or 7 if she is 2 or vice versa. Since the Double Dip, I have not had my ressies linked even though we have been with friends. I heard this from a "little birdie" also.

I have to vent my frustration with this oil leak. I am not talking politically because I believe that should not be talked about among friends - that is why we are friends, :grouphug:but if I see one more dead turtle or black pelican on the beach, I am going to scream. I LOVE the beach and I can sit there all day so I am just venting frustration - Thank You!!!

Remind me which dates were the little birdies ones?

Sorry about the oil leak! Dan's car has a faulty clutch at the mo and it seems like its leaking fluid but cant find from where!

[castmeaway]

Jason (& Eric) - we're doing the B2B with AbD. I've been looking for postings from Dissers who have completed their AbD Med cruise, but haven't seen any yet. We're traveling with another couple on the Med cruise, and my sister and her DH will join us for this cruise. We'll be traveling on Sep 6th with one night in Barcelona (we did the WBTA in 2007 so we've toured Barcelona previously).

[renegade7]

Jason and I would def. be comfortable with that----especially if you gals are still considering linking up with us for the B2B for meals.

Yes, for sure. I will reply all to your PM this weekend confirming we are in as well as this little tidbit of info we got from my TA.

[tig82174]

Jason (& Eric) - we're doing the B2B with AbD. I've been looking for postings from Dissers who have completed their AbD Med cruise, but haven't seen any yet. We're traveling with another couple on the Med cruise, and my sister and her DH will join us for this cruise. We'll be traveling on Sep 6th with one night in Barcelona (we did the WBTA in 2007 so we've toured Barcelona previously).

Very cool. There are a few of us doing the last Med with AbD as well as this cruise. so that will be fun for all of us, I'm sure!


Yes, for sure. I will reply all to your PM this weekend confirming we are in as well as this little tidbit of info we got from my TA.

OK great...I'm still waiting to hear back from Cinderbear, too....but sounds liek we've got a good plan working!

[granmaz]

Those of us doing reservations tonight/tomorrow morning - are we all ready??

I just wish I didn't have to get up before 5am!!!

[renegade7]

Jason (& Eric) - we're doing the B2B with AbD. I've been looking for postings from Dissers who have completed their AbD Med cruise, but haven't seen any yet. We're traveling with another couple on the Med cruise, and my sister and her DH will join us for this cruise. We'll be traveling on Sep 6th with one night in Barcelona (we did the WBTA in 2007 so we've toured Barcelona previously).

SayHello just returned - they are going to do a trip report when feeling a little better. Here is the link to the thread (http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=2366999). Not sure when they will be posting it or even in that thread. I assume at least they will put a link if not in this thread.

[got2travel]

Regarding linking before booking excursions. If you are linked then only 1 of the linked reservations can be accessed at a time. So at midnight, if I'm the first one to sign into my reservation, then no one else I'm linked with can log in to book their Palo, excursions, etc until I'm done. Good for me, bad for you. LOL.

As for upgrades, when you are linked, they will not upgrade you any higher than the highest category that is currently booked in your linked party. So if you have a bunch of 10's and 11's linked, no one is going to get an oceanview or balcony. Now take this with a grain of salt, as we've seen, DCL policy changes based on who you talk to.

[got2travel]

Here is the post with the shirts from the old thread

You can order from disneystore.com or zazzle.com (which is apprently who Disney uses)

Here is what they looked like ...this is what my sons Destin looked like

http://img.villagephotos.com/p/2003-4/149620/designall-1.dll.jpeg

http://img.villagephotos.com/p/2003-4/149620/designall.dll.jpeg

pirate:

[got2travel]

SayHello just returned - they are going to do a trip report when feeling a little better. Here is the link to the thread (http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=2366999). Not sure when they will be posting it or even in that thread. I assume at least they will put a link if not in this thread.


:wave2: Johanna - Nor Cal Pirate Festival June 19 & 20 - we'll be going on Saturday to help them set a world record of the largest pirate crew, are you interested?

http://www.norcalpiratefestival.com/mainpage.htm

Anyone else in northern CA want to join us?

[KrisannB]

I guess this is what well have to go through! All of us will be changing things lol Maybe if 2 of us may want the same nights we can do a swapsie onboard.

If anyone wants to swap a night at sea (night 9) for St Maarten night depending on when Pirate night is, I want ours on Pirate night! We are going for a 6pm slot probably - or as early as possible.

Ok we are NOT booking Palo - If anyone would like us to book a night for them so they can swap later I will be glad to - we are gold so we book next. Just send me a note.


I assumed it was day 2 due to this being a sea day. Formal night when were in port is also a bit strange for a longer cruise! I'm very confused lol!

Ok I have just decided - I am not going to worry about what days are when - there are so many days that Palo and things are easily changed around once on board. I will bring my formal clothes and where them the next night after my servers tell me tomorrow night is formal night :)



Those of us doing reservations tonight/tomorrow morning - are we all ready??

I just wish I didn't have to get up before 5am!!!


uhhhh- I forgot about booking! What time do we get to book in eastern time?

Krisann

[MrsMork]

Really? That's odd they told you about that for linking dining. We've linked dining with friends on every cruise we've been on since 1997 and it's never ever impacted the room locations for GTY guests or anything to my knowledge---although I can't really say whether it's impacted complimentary upgrades....I don't suppose you or anyone you linked to would know you didn't get one of those if you don't get one, huh? :lmao: Like when you check in they probably don't say, "Welcome! We were GOING to upgrade you to a nicer cabin but then we saw that you were linked to eat dinner with cabin so-and-so so we decided not to!" :rotfl2:

So did they say when exactly to do dining linking if you want to do so?

We had near disaster the first time we linked with other DISers. It was the first 10 day southern Caribbean. We were assigned late dining but wanted to try early so we were waitlisted. We then linked dining with other DISers - nearly a hundred of them. We got a call 2 days prior to the cruise and were told that we AND EVERYONE linked with us had been moved to early dining!! :scared1: We had to unlink from all of them, get moved to early, then relink with the early dining DIS group. Luckily, DCL was able to assist with that on the phone. :upsidedow
We will want to wait to link dining once everyone has their Palo ressies made. I can't remember the reason exactly why but that is what we've had to do for past DVC Member cruises.

The reason is, only one person in each party (a party is those you are linked with) is able to be online booking at one time. We learned that lesson on the WBPC in 2008. It was a nightmare for all of us!

I was told on our Double Dip to not put the staterooms together because you might not get a DCL upgrade. We did put them together - no upgrade. This cruise I am going with my MIL Goofy Granny, but told my Travel Agent to NOT put us hooked up. Disney will look at that and say I am with her, why would I want to be on Deck 6 or 7 if she is 2 or vice versa. Since the Double Dip, I have not had my ressies linked even though we have been with friends. I heard this from a "little birdie" also.


So...how do you guarantee that you get the same rotation and are seated together for meals if you do not link with your friends? I think it will be fine to wait until much nearer the cruise to link, after most if not all rooms are assigned.

[Buckeye Gal]

Just wanted to mention that I noticed on Zazzle's site that they have two versions of the Mickey Mouse Club t-shirt. One looks like the one Todd posted (http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=36866226&postcount=3616), which is identical to the one on Disney's site, and Zazzle also has a second, a less dazzling one, that does not have the "Member" and "1956" reference. The screenprint is also different in color.

If you are in the US (not sure about Canada), here are ways to save money on your order. Apparently buying from Zazzle directly only had the $4 off t-shirt special for June 3 only because the special has changed today.

www.DisneyStore.com (http://www.disneystore.com/tees-mickey-mouse-club-you-design-it-tee-for-adults/p/1239031/305603/):


Free shipping of entire order with purchase of adult clothing or accessories.
PROMO CODE: KIDatHEART; expires June 8
Utilize rebate sites like MrRebates.com (http://www.mrrebates.com?refid=274497) or Ebates.com (http://www.ebates.com/rf.do?referrerid=C9IHmugQn8KU6cMhuWkO3g%3D%3D) to get a 5% rebate return on your purchase. I use these sites all the time. It's great "free" money"! Just note that you have to go to these rebates sites first, and then link to DisneyStore.com directly from their site in order to get the credit.


I'm off to make my purchase on Disney's site, and per the Captain's orders, I'll get my name in a BIG font like Destin's! :rotfl:

[tig82174]

uhhhh- I forgot about booking! What time do we get to book in eastern time?

Krisann

Midnight tonight in eastern time zone, I believe. Jason and I will be up and on our computer at 11:55 logging on so we can refresh at 12:00:01 am....get our bookings...and then get to bed to rest up for the AIDS Walk in the morning!

(Luckily we actually get to sleep in....I usually have to be at the gym to coach my girls on Saturdays at 8am but we don't have to be at the walk until 10am...so I'll get to sleep an extra hour or two! :thumbsup2)

[renegade7]

:wave2: Johanna - Nor Cal Pirate Festival June 19 & 20 - we'll be going on Saturday to help them set a world record of the largest pirate crew, are you interested?

http://www.norcalpiratefestival.com/mainpage.htm

Anyone else in northern CA want to join us?

Totally interested... I will put in my calendar and ping you in a week and half. Maybe I can finally return your costume that is sitting on top of my dresser and find something for myself (plus don't think I can get in it again I think I am bit heavier this time around). I did find a skirt at Burlington.

[bob_and_dawn]

Those of us doing reservations tonight/tomorrow morning - are we all ready??

I just wish I didn't have to get up before 5am!!!

Good Luck with them Marilyn :thumbsup2 We haven't even decided what we want to book yet :confused3

Dawn

[alexandmaddie]

Those of us doing reservations tonight/tomorrow morning - are we all ready??

I just wish I didn't have to get up before 5am!!!

I think so. Palo brunch is the only thing I'm trying for. We'll see, I guess! Good luck to all!!

Krista

[MrsMork]

The PacSafe bag I ordered from Overstock.com came today. It looks like it will be very difficult for pickpockets to access. :thumbsup2 Thanks for the heads up on this purchase. It was on sale for just over $25 and I did not have to pay shipping because I am a first time customer. :goodvibes I like!

PJ, if you want to put your stuff in this with ours in Barcelona when we are touring you are welcome to do so.

[dolphingirl47]

The PacSafe bag I ordered from Overstock.com came today. It looks like it will be very difficult for pickpockets to access. :thumbsup2 Thanks for the heads up on this purchase. It was on sale for just over $25 and I did not have to pay shipping because I am a first time customer. :goodvibes I like!

PJ, if you want to put your stuff in this with ours in Barcelona when we are touring you are welcome to do so.

I so wanted one, but the shipping to the UK was more expensive than the bag.

Corinna

[nacho1337]

Thanks for all the well wishes and I come with good news. I got the MRI results today and the muscle is not ruptured. It show that is sprain muscle that look like it is heeling and I have swelling in the wrist. There going to try and restrengthen the muscles in my arm with physical therapy and hope that is it. They also think there still could be a pinched nerve causing all the pain. I keep you updated. At least no surgery for now. :cool1::cool1::thumbsup2:thumbsup2:thumbsup2 :woohoo::woohoo::woohoo::yay::yay::yay:

[eeyorelvr10]

You are not crazy! I know kids can be kids, but the one thing I cannot stand is lack of respect. I let Abby have friends over and they can have fun, play, etc. but when they are not respectful of my house, I do get very upset. I think you need to talk to your SIL. I agree with Noel!! My house, my rules. I don't think your rules are unfair or unjustified, they are your rules. Don't feel bad but don't let it come between you and family. I am one for communication - express your feelings.

While I don't have kids, I do have nieces and nephews. They know its our house, our rules. They know to ask before even looking for something.


:headache: , you are SO correct, your house.

IMHO...Nope, you did not overreact. It seems like your niece and nephew are having a hard time with boundaries and the fact that you are asking them to respect your boundaries will benefit them in the long run.

Krista

I would be appaled if my son had behaves that way. I have 9 GK's and I make it clear that respect is the foundation for life. I think your SIL would be wise to teach her children that before one day they are asked to leave a friends house because they are rude. I, too, am a firm believer in communication. Good Luck!

You are not over reacting. In our house it is our house, our rules and all the kids know it. I think your sister needs to set boundries for her kids and teach them how to behave in other people's homes.

Your house is YOUR house. I would say you are in charge and if they cannot abide by your rules, then they stay home. What if they had gone into a drawer that had sharp things in them? Who would they blame??

What if they then started to go thru your purse??? I really get paranoid when there are people peeking into things in my house they have no reason to be near. I know that is weird but that is just me.

Maybe you could have a special drawer that they had permission to open and choose something to play with. I have had a few friends who had that set up because children coming in were just a little too nosey and things got broken.

You are not neurotic or wrong. I have 6 Gk's and while I respect my children's rules in their houses, in my house the kids live by GRANDMA's rules.

I would simply talk to her and tell her if she can't live with your rules, you won't allow the kids to come over. If you don't get this resolved now, it is only going to get worse as the kids get older. Not to mention the fact that already they are getting the message from their mother that they do not have to respect you or your rules. These kids are going to have problems with boundaries at other people's houses if this is not nipped in the bud.

Just my thoughts...
:surfweb:


Hey Crazy Aunt in SoCal!! You are not crazy! I believe your sister is the one that's crazy. I would be mortified if either of my DS's had opened a cabinet or refrigerator in anyone elses home without asking permission! Even at my mom's (who spoils them rotten), they might mention they are hungry and then she might tell them to see what they can find but they would ask first.

I would consider that proper manners.

I agree 100%. It is things like this that would make me mad.

As others have said, it is YOUR house. It is the mother's problem though, not the children. Tell her the options are: she makes them obey your rules; you make them obey your rules; or they don't visit in your home. Family visits will be at their home. 5 years old is not a toddler...


Thank you all for your input. I know that I was pretty strict on my kids and sometimes I'm know I'm accused of being too tough so I wasn't sure. I don't feel so bad now and next time she's here - I will get down to her level and explain again. Its hard because she's the "baby" and pretty much does what she wants so I have to be careful how I speak with them. But at least I know that I can be steered right by my DIS friends! :hippie:

I don't need any, but had a chuckle when I read this because of the biggest size you have. My son's first pair of shoes, at 8 months, was an 8 EE. I could never put shoes on him before this because none of the baby shoes fit. When he was close to taking a step I figured I needed to get him some shoes. Now at age 14, he wears a size 15. I joke with him that I'll have to buy him Shaq's old shoes soon.


Goodness Monica - how big was T? I'm Sorry. :laughing:

You are not at all crazy .... your sister should make sure that her kids respect your boundaries in your home and it is all about manners ... I would be mortified if my kids had ever gone rummaging in other people's cupboards and refrigerator without permission. I think you need to have a quiet word with your sister.



So sorry to hear about your experience, it really sounds terribly painful and I hope things start to improve soon :hug::hug:

To be honest I can see both sides. I don't think its right and I think that they should be tought to respect other people's things. Just because its OK in one place doesn't make it OK everywhere though and children should be taught that. I would talk to her and explain it all again, just saying that this is how it works in your house and that whether or not her child does it elsewhere doesn't make it acceptable. I don't see why anyone would not think that was OK?

Ooopss - forgot these two - thank you my friends! :love:

[lyn9856]

Thanks for all the well wishes and I come with good news. I got the MRI results today and the muscle is not ruptured. It show that is sprain muscle that look like it is heeling and I have swelling in the wrist. There going to try and restrengthen the muscles in my arm with physical therapy and hope that is it. They also think there still could be a pinched nerve causing all the pain. I keep you updated. At least no surgery for now. :cool1::cool1::thumbsup2:thumbsup2:thumbsup2 :woohoo::woohoo::woohoo::yay::yay::yay:

Brilliant news! Hope the healing continues till you good as new and fit to cruise :goodvibes

[birkner]

Thanks for all the well wishes and I come with good news. I got the MRI results today and the muscle is not ruptured. It show that is sprain muscle that look like it is heeling and I have swelling in the wrist. There going to try and restrengthen the muscles in my arm with physical therapy and hope that is it. They also think there still could be a pinched nerve causing all the pain. I keep you updated. At least no surgery for now. :cool1::cool1::thumbsup2:thumbsup2:thumbsup2 :woohoo::woohoo::woohoo::yay::yay::yay:

Wahoo for you on the great news!!:banana::banana::banana::banana::banana::ban ana:

[1DisneyQueen]

Thanks for all the well wishes and I come with good news. I got the MRI results today and the muscle is not ruptured. It show that is sprain muscle that look like it is heeling and I have swelling in the wrist. There going to try and restrengthen the muscles in my arm with physical therapy and hope that is it. They also think there still could be a pinched nerve causing all the pain. I keep you updated. At least no surgery for now. :cool1::cool1::thumbsup2:thumbsup2:thumbsup2 :woohoo::woohoo::woohoo::yay::yay::yay:


Great news. Good luck on the therapy

[pilk]

Thanks for all the well wishes and I come with good news. I got the MRI results today and the muscle is not ruptured. It show that is sprain muscle that look like it is heeling and I have swelling in the wrist. There going to try and restrengthen the muscles in my arm with physical therapy and hope that is it. They also think there still could be a pinched nerve causing all the pain. I keep you updated. At least no surgery for now. :cool1::cool1::thumbsup2:thumbsup2:thumbsup2 :woohoo::woohoo::woohoo::yay::yay::yay:

Good news, does physical therapy include lifting drinks and mickey bars :goodvibes

Jon

[orlandothebeagle]

Midnight tonight in eastern time zone, I believe. Jason and I will be up and on our computer at 11:55 logging on so we can refresh at 12:00:01 am....get our bookings...and then get to bed to rest up for the AIDS Walk in the morning!

(Luckily we actually get to sleep in....I usually have to be at the gym to coach my girls on Saturdays at 8am but we don't have to be at the walk until 10am...so I'll get to sleep an extra hour or two! :thumbsup2)
Good luck for tom and for your bookings, let us know how you get on.
Thanks for all the well wishes and I come with good news. I got the MRI results today and the muscle is not ruptured. It show that is sprain muscle that look like it is heeling and I have swelling in the wrist. There going to try and restrengthen the muscles in my arm with physical therapy and hope that is it. They also think there still could be a pinched nerve causing all the pain. I keep you updated. At least no surgery for now. :cool1::cool1::thumbsup2:thumbsup2:thumbsup2 :woohoo::woohoo::woohoo::yay::yay::yay:
Good good.

[DisneyTrek]

Wow!! I go away for a few days and what happens when I get back? I find out that Part 5 is closed and Part 6 is open and growing!! :rotfl:

I can't keep up with everything!!! :eek:

I cannot believe that it is almost 3 months until Lauren and I leave for Europe. :banana: So much to do!! :scared1:

Daniel

[su_kraft]

Yours matches mine but not Sues - Sue are you on a different boat to us lol??? :rotfl2:

Could be that concierge = <insert other cruiseline name>... So frustrating...

[Hoagie Pie]

I have to apologize to Stephen for calling him Michael! My mind has been all over the place and that is no excuse! Hopefully you are feeling a little better now and I will never call you Michael again! Didn't read all the posts yet, went to dinner with Goofy Granny and she told me what I did and I was sick to my stomach!!! UGH! Okay, back to reading the boards.

[MagicMe]

Just want to wish all you Gold members good luck on booking all of your requests tonight/tomorrow AM. So exciting cause next up is Silver!! :banana:

[LittleDisneyLovers]

Stephen
Stephen, glad everything is looking up, good luck with the therapy, Hopefully you'll be fighting fit again by the crusie. :thumbsup2

I'm reviving the conversation regarding the new t-shirt idea that I believe Todd brought up at the end of Chapter 5.

I think this would be awesome to see several people wearing the same design one night just as they'll see many of us with our matching embarkation shirts. The impact in the dining room, Studio Sea, The Stack, and Beat Street would be exciting to me.

I noticed that in addition to the Mickey Mouse Club shirt (which I LOVE), they also have Steamboat Willie that of course would be very cool for a picture in the lobby! (Also, I didn't realize they have a font called "Guest Check" that is nearly identical to DCL's font.)

So the question is are there enough of us to make it worth buying to go matchy-matchy? Can our friends outside of the US purchase online at www.DisneyShopping.com? If there aren't enough of us interested, obviously the impact isn't there, thus not really worth coordinating.

Thoughts? :confused3


We're in for the shirts, If I can find some more luggage space, argh!!! We can order from DisneyShopping but the postage is an absolute killer, Like $25 for 1 shirt! I will check on Zazzle. :thumbsup2


I actually made my shirts last time. One of our cruisers found a high resolution file of the logo which I printed onto transfer paper and ironed onto my shirt.

This will be our option if the postage is too high from Zazzle, Does anyone have the image now?

No, don't sweat the petty stuff. And don't pet the sweaty stuff! :thumbsup2

Love it! That should be our mantra, People take stuff so seriously. :goodvibes


I once had a manager who told me she ate one whole pan of Rice Krispie treats that she made, and ended up in the emergency room that night! All the marshmallow goodness in her tummy wasn't digesting as it needed to!

I'm going to make the Mickey Mouse Club ::MickeyMo t-shirt purchase, so I hope I won't be alone! (hint, hint, nudge, nudge) ;) The proper displaying of the name is on the back, right?

Make it a great day/weekend everyone!

That would be me with the Rice krispies! No self control! :rotfl2:
You won't be alone with the shirts, Us DISer's wouldn't let anyone be alone! :thumbsup2



Erik - LOVE the pretzels but didn't know anyone loved them but me! I am glad I know someone else. I think the Rice Krispy bars are too sweet. I do eat it though but try to stay away. I wish they served the pretzels before a show.

I have to vent my frustration with this oil leak. I am not talking politically because I believe that should not be talked about among friends - that is why we are friends, :grouphug:but if I see one more dead turtle or black pelican on the beach, I am going to scream. I LOVE the beach and I can sit there all day so I am just venting frustration - Thank You!!!

Great, Now I have another fattening item to get addicted to while I'm at WDW, The list is getting longer - Beignets, Dole Whip, Taffy, Churros', Mickey biscuit ice-creams, Mickey heads, Key Lime Pie and now choc pretzels! :cool1:

The oil leak really is a disaster. Poor, innocent sea life, Makes me so sad. :sad2::sad2::sad2:

I have to apologize to Stephen for calling him Michael! My mind has been all over the place and that is no excuse! Hopefully you are feeling a little better now and I will never call you Michael again! Didn't read all the posts yet, went to dinner with Goofy Granny and she told me what I did and I was sick to my stomach!!! UGH! Okay, back to reading the boards.

Oh, You can call me whatever you like, I answer to almost anything. My kids have to, They are used to Holly (yes, the dog), Terry, Lucy....until I get it right....Bella! :lmao:

[acourtwdw]

The PacSafe bag I ordered from Overstock.com came today. It looks like it will be very difficult for pickpockets to access. :thumbsup2 Thanks for the heads up on this purchase. It was on sale for just over $25 and I did not have to pay shipping because I am a first time customer. :goodvibes I like!

PJ, if you want to put your stuff in this with ours in Barcelona when we are touring you are welcome to do so.
Ours came today too! It's heavier than I thought it would be! But looks very secure.
Thanks for all the well wishes and I come with good news. I got the MRI results today and the muscle is not ruptured. It show that is sprain muscle that look like it is heeling and I have swelling in the wrist. There going to try and restrengthen the muscles in my arm with physical therapy and hope that is it. They also think there still could be a pinched nerve causing all the pain. I keep you updated. At least no surgery for now. :cool1::cool1::thumbsup2:thumbsup2:thumbsup2 :woohoo::woohoo::woohoo::yay::yay::yay:

Glad to hear that you won't need surgery.

[alexandmaddie]

Thanks for all the well wishes and I come with good news. I got the MRI results today and the muscle is not ruptured. It show that is sprain muscle that look like it is heeling and I have swelling in the wrist. There going to try and restrengthen the muscles in my arm with physical therapy and hope that is it. They also think there still could be a pinched nerve causing all the pain. I keep you updated. At least no surgery for now. :cool1::cool1::thumbsup2:thumbsup2:thumbsup2 :woohoo::woohoo::woohoo::yay::yay::yay:

Yay!! That's great news! No surgery! :cheer2:

Krista

[acourtwdw2]

patiently waiting until 12:00:surfweb::rolleyes1

[LittleDisneyLovers]

patiently waiting until 12:00:surfweb::rolleyes1

patiently waiting till 5th JULY! Lowly first time cruisers! :lmao:

[Buckeye Gal]

Wishing all my Gold Castaway Club member friends some pixie dust so you get everything you want when you log in in about an hour! I'm still Silver, but as Melodie stated, it's still a thrill to see another big milestone come!

Let us know how you did and how you feel once it's done!! Hopefully we'll all hear good news! :woohoo:

....uhhhh- I forgot about booking! What time do we get to book in eastern time?

Krisann

You forgot?!! You must be quite busy to have forgotten a milestone day like this! :)

....I got the MRI results today and the muscle is not ruptured.....There going to try and restrengthen the muscles in my arm with physical therapy and hope that is it.....At least no surgery for now. :cool1::cool1::thumbsup2:thumbsup2:thumbsup2 :woohoo::woohoo::woohoo::yay::yay::yay:

WOO HOO!! I'm sooooo happy for you, Stephen!!

Good news, does physical therapy include lifting drinks and mickey bars :goodvibes

Jon

:lmao: :lmao:

[1DisneyQueen]

We should have planned a party for all those waiting tonight. I have plenty of chips and booze here. Two things we consume so little of and seem to always have on hand.:confused3

[mdwoodman]

patiently waiting until 12:00:surfweb::rolleyes1

Like the hungry buzzard said, "patience my ***, I'm gonna kill something!" :rolleyes1

[acourtwdw2]

1 hour or 60 min or 3600 sec left until we can book:cool1:

[Disney Sweetie]

:surfweb: Hope we dont crash the reservations system when we all bombard it at the same time!! :rotfl:

[Hoagie Pie]

I am patiently waiting till midnight - I have a feeling we are going to jam everything up. I just played 2 games of Jeopardy on Playstation and finding it hard to stay awake. I should do sit ups or jumping jacks or something. I am hanging in there. Thanks for the pretzel offer - pass some over to me!:lmao: I am afraid the booze would make me more sleepy! Abby and I printed out all the old Disney Cruise line menus that we found online and we acted like we were ordering and picking out what we would eat! We just have 55 more minutes!

[1DisneyQueen]

50 minutes and counting. Dh has given no input, so he is along for the ride. I have chosen three excursions that sound good to me. Wish there was a cooking one, I would love to see his face when I tell him I booked that one.:lmao: Oh well, butterflies will be just as good.:thumbsup2

[1DisneyQueen]

I am patiently waiting till midnight - I have a feeling we are going to jam everything up. I just played 2 games of Jeopardy on Playstation and finding it hard to stay awake. I should do sit ups or jumping jacks or something. I am hanging in there. Thanks for the pretzel offer - pass some over to me!:lmao: I am afraid the booze would make me more sleepy! Abby and I printed out all the old Disney Cruise line menus that we found online and we acted like we were ordering and picking out what we would eat! We just have 55 more minutes!

Do you want some chips and hellavagood dip too? Yummy

[KrisannB]

:surfweb: Hope we dont crash the reservations system when we all bombard it at the same time!! :rotfl:


as long as I don't see swimming fishes I will be fine!

Krisann

[1DisneyQueen]

Sadly I just ate a snickers bar and drank a bottle of tea. I will be on a sugar and caffene high to wee hours of morning and I have to work tomorrow. :confused3:scared1:

[Disney Sweetie]

I tried to sit down with my DH but he was to interested in the tv... he is along for the ride also....I finally told him that I would let him know when and where to be!! :lmao: I picked out 3 excursions also.....hope they are good!!

[1DisneyQueen]

I am sitting here in my nightie. I just read the DCL web site.

*An adult from the stateroom in which a child is booked must retrieve that stateroom's reservation to register the child online.

Can they see how old I am? Should I go put on a bathrobe? :rotfl2:

[pjpoohbear]

Yes I have seen those....I've never actually gotten on, though, because I have poor impulse control and would probably eat the whole thing in one sitting and then feel like someone ran me over with a truck because I would be so stuffed!:rotfl2: Besides in those candy shops I'm typically too attracted to the chocolate dipped pretzel rods which are also a particular favorite of mine! :thumbsup2

I love the pretzels. I finally made a set on the last day of my November trip. They were so good. The 10" crispy Mickey takes me about 8 days to finish; an ear, an ear, an eye, another eye, each cheek, chin and forehead, lol.

Pj

[1DisneyQueen]

I chose:

Tortola by Land and Sea

Unforgettable West Madeira

St. Maarten Island and Butterfly Farm Tour (we have done the island numerous times by ourselves, thought we would try someting different)

[got2travel]

Totally interested... I will put in my calendar and ping you in a week and half. Maybe I can finally return your costume that is sitting on top of my dresser and find something for myself (plus don't think I can get in it again I think I am bit heavier this time around). I did find a skirt at Burlington.


looking forward to it, and there will definitely be options to buy, there are tons of vendors, but be forewarned, their stuff is a bit on the pricey side, but its all hand made and beautiful

[got2travel]

Thanks for all the well wishes and I come with good news. I got the MRI results today and the muscle is not ruptured. It show that is sprain muscle that look like it is heeling and I have swelling in the wrist. There going to try and restrengthen the muscles in my arm with physical therapy and hope that is it. They also think there still could be a pinched nerve causing all the pain. I keep you updated. At least no surgery for now. :cool1::cool1::thumbsup2:thumbsup2:thumbsup2 :woohoo::woohoo::woohoo::yay::yay::yay:


very good news

[Hoagie Pie]

I chose:

Tortola by Land and Sea

Unforgettable West Madeira

St. Maarten Island and Butterfly Farm Tour (we have done the island numerous times by ourselves, thought we would try someting different)

I picked Unforgettable West Madeira too and also Long Bay Beach tour with the fabulous lunch. Beach and food always sounds good. 35 more minutes - pass the chips please!!!

[1DisneyQueen]

My plan of attack is Palo first. I want brunch on my Birthday. Then onto shore excursions. I was thinking about tea as well. I beleive it is on the 25th. Anyone know the time off hand?

[got2travel]

We're in for the shirts, If I can find some more luggage space, argh!!! We can order from DisneyShopping but the postage is an absolute killer, Like $25 for 1 shirt! I will check on Zazzle. :thumbsup2


This will be our option if the postage is too high from Zazzle, Does anyone have the image now?




I do still have an image but not the high resolution one. Still acceptable for shirt making though. PM me your email address if you need it.
Or who can I send it to so it can be posted on the website?

[kcashner]

Well, a friend who was booked on our cruise called me today to let me know that she and her family had to cancel. Good explanation--she'd been trying to get DH to tell her exactly when he could leave work to fly over and while she was waiting the prices increased $800 per person! Then he decided that was just too much and they needed to back out. Oh well.

I've almost lost my EBTA weight. Been working out every day. Now understand, we are not talking miracles here--I'm still fat, just a little less fat. It's way too hot these days to do yard work; that's my other effort.

This gang is SO organized. I'll be more into it when I have DD settled in her new college (or at least thru registration!)

[eeyorelvr10]

I have to apologize to Stephen for calling him Michael! My mind has been all over the place and that is no excuse! Hopefully you are feeling a little better now and I will never call you Michael again! Didn't read all the posts yet, went to dinner with Goofy Granny and she told me what I did and I was sick to my stomach!!! UGH! Okay, back to reading the boards.


Don't Feel bad - I called Kimberly Sarah somehow - but all is well and good Huh Sa...Kimberly? :lmao: :teeth:


We're in for the shirts, If I can find some more luggage space, argh!!! We can order from DisneyShopping but the postage is an absolute killer, Like $25 for 1 shirt! I will check on Zazzle. :thumbsup2


This will be our option if the postage is too high from Zazzle, Does anyone have the image now?



Just a thought but if you can wait for the t-shirts, I can probably stuff them in my suitcase and bring them to Barcelona for you? That's an option and should save you a bunch on shipping. Just letting you know....


as long as I don't see swimming fishes I will be fine!

Krisann

No swimming fishes - I saw a swimming Mickey earlier today when I was trying to access Palo's but it lasted only about 1 minute. So Hopefully you all will have the same fast result. Much better than hours anyway.

I tried to sit down with my DH but he was to interested in the tv... he is along for the ride also....I finally told him that I would let him know when and where to be!! :lmao: I picked out 3 excursions also.....hope they are good!!

See your learning - I no longer give DH an option - he's just along for the ride. I'll tell him the night we board and he gets to see the tickets. Otherwise - in one ear out the other. :lmao: After all, same family tree right? ;)

[Disney Sweetie]

See your learning - I no longer give DH an option - he's just along for the ride. I'll tell him the night we board and he gets to see the tickets. Otherwise - in one ear out the other. :lmao: After all, same family tree right? ;)

They are two nuts from the same tree!!!! :rotfl2::rotfl2:

[HallsofVA]

I don't need any, but had a chuckle when I read this because of the biggest size you have. My son's first pair of shoes, at 8 months, was an 8 EE. I could never put shoes on him before this because none of the baby shoes fit. When he was close to taking a step I figured I needed to get him some shoes. Now at age 14, he wears a size 15. I joke with him that I'll have to buy him Shaq's old shoes soon.

Yes, my kids both have small feet. But DH and I are both on the short side, so they have little hope of height.

Really? That's odd they told you about that for linking dining. We've linked dining with friends on every cruise we've been on since 1997 and it's never ever impacted the room locations for GTY guests or anything to my knowledge---although I can't really say whether it's impacted complimentary upgrades....I don't suppose you or anyone you linked to would know you didn't get one of those if you don't get one, huh? :lmao: Like when you check in they probably don't say, "Welcome! We were GOING to upgrade you to a nicer cabin but then we saw that you were linked to eat dinner with cabin so-and-so so we decided not to!" :rotfl2:

So did they say when exactly to do dining linking if you want to do so?

Right...I knew that much but I assumed that once everyone had done their Palo and excursion ressies that you'd be fine.....and the last group gets to do it at 75 days right? or is tehre a group that has to wait until even closer?

Regarding linking before booking excursions. If you are linked then only 1 of the linked reservations can be accessed at a time. So at midnight, if I'm the first one to sign into my reservation, then no one else I'm linked with can log in to book their Palo, excursions, etc until I'm done. Good for me, bad for you. LOL.

As for upgrades, when you are linked, they will not upgrade you any higher than the highest category that is currently booked in your linked party. So if you have a bunch of 10's and 11's linked, no one is going to get an oceanview or balcony. Now take this with a grain of salt, as we've seen, DCL policy changes based on who you talk to.


There are two ways in which you can link reservations. Fully linking reservations (like you would do for family) gives you full access to each other's reservation, only lets one person from the linked group be in the cruise activity section of the website at a time, and gives you the opportunity to book excursions, etc. for people in the linked rooms. I don't recommend doing that for anyone other than family or very close friends, and don't do it before the excursion booking date unless you have one designated person responsible for booking Palo and excursions for everyone (this has fallen on me in the past for my family and friends travelling with us.)

You can also requested to be linked or associated for dining purposes only. This is what will caused you to be seated with or near someone else. You need to be agreed on the same dining time since they will do what they need to do to move you all to the same time and rotation as someone mentioned earlier. This is a great way to help a friend get off the waitlist say for early dining. If you have early dining, and they are waitlisted, linking their reservation to yours for dining purposes would give them a priority bump to the top of the waitlist.

Good look to everyone booking soon. Please save some things for the rest of us!

[got2travel]

I am sitting here in my nightie. I just read the DCL web site.

*An adult from the stateroom in which a child is booked must retrieve that stateroom's reservation to register the child online.

Can they see how old I am? Should I go put on a bathrobe? :rotfl2:

:lmao: reminds me of a recent Gene Simmons Family Jewels episode, they taught Gene how to Skype but he still didn't quite get it. He call from his hotel room with only a bathrobe on. Then his room service showed up and he got up to answer the door, not realizing that certain body parts would be right in front of the webcam. :sad2:

[rsauer]

My wife and I are traveling to Europe in August for two weeks in Italy and Greece before heading to Barcelona for the Magic cruise back to the US. we will arrive in Barlona on the 14th.

We have not checked out this board before though I listen to the podcast regularly and have been to some DIS events in Orlando the past three Decembers and have done some writing for Passporter.

Is it too late to order t shirts?

[HallsofVA]

I see there is a new UK discount out for the 9/8 cruise (booking code UKR I think?) I was wondering if any of our folks doing the back to back cruises were able to rebook their 9/8 cruise using this discount and save any money.

[got2travel]

My plan of attack is Palo first. I want brunch on my Birthday. Then onto shore excursions. I was thinking about tea as well. I beleive it is on the 25th. Anyone know the time off hand?

I believe all High Tea reservations are at 3pm

[pjpoohbear]

The PacSafe bag I ordered from Overstock.com came today. It looks like it will be very difficult for pickpockets to access. :thumbsup2 Thanks for the heads up on this purchase. It was on sale for just over $25 and I did not have to pay shipping because I am a first time customer. :goodvibes I like!

PJ, if you want to put your stuff in this with ours in Barcelona when we are touring you are welcome to do so.

Angie you are awesome!

We have a vendor who brought the Pacsafe. product line in to show us, I knew all about it from here, the other buyer was so put out, lol. So might be selling it in our store, but the backpack and laptop case lines, sigh...

[Bareacuda]

:lmao: reminds me of a recent Gene Simmons Family Jewels episode, they taught Gene how to Skype but he still didn't quite get it. He call from his hotel room with only a bathrobe on. Then his room service showed up and he got up to answer the door, not realizing that certain body parts would be right in front of the webcam. :sad2:


I saw that one!:lmao::lmao::lmao:
I was laughing so hard I was crying!! And I love Gene!:rotfl2::rotfl2:


Stephen... Great News!!! And good luck with PT.

Yup... waiting for the time to tick slowly:rolleyes1... booking night!

Annpopcorn::

[Hoagie Pie]

Is this more exciting than New Year's Eve? We have looked at Abby's pirate dress she is sewing tomorrow, planned more FE stuff, made caffeinated ice tea, watching HGTV and still 20 minutes!!!! Ugh!! Welcome to rsauer, I am from Lakeland - not far from Orlando!

[1DisneyQueen]

OMG I have been hitting refresh and nothing new. I thought you people were all doing something else. Then I noticed I was on page 11:confused3 No more sugar for me.

[Hoagie Pie]

OMG I have been hitting refresh and nothing new. I thought you people were all doing something else. Then I noticed I was on page 11:confused3 No more sugar for me.

Don't feel bad - time is moving slowly. I just logged on to the DCL site and they are telling me I cannot make reservations. That better change at midnight! The ice tea is done - yeah! I will probably wake up 10x's in the middle of the night to go to the bathroom but it will be worth it. I just want my brunch! Everybody hang in there!

[1DisneyQueen]

My wife and I are traveling to Europe in August for two weeks in Italy and Greece before heading to Barcelona for the Magic cruise back to the US. we will arrive in Barlona on the 14th.

We have not checked out this board before though I listen to the podcast regularly and have been to some DIS events in Orlando the past three Decembers and have done some writing for Passporter.

Is it too late to order t shirts?

Welcome.

[1DisneyQueen]

:lmao: reminds me of a recent Gene Simmons Family Jewels episode, they taught Gene how to Skype but he still didn't quite get it. He call from his hotel room with only a bathrobe on. Then his room service showed up and he got up to answer the door, not realizing that certain body parts would be right in front of the webcam. :sad2:

I made sure. All body parts covered.

[pjpoohbear]

Good luck to all our gold cruisers. I have unforgettable west Madeira as well, and the land and sea in tortola. It is nice to see other disers will be along in Maderia.

Pj

[gismo1554]

Hey all. Another one waiting to book! UK its 4:45am so just got up and Im knackered already lol

[vtiffany]

Am I understanding that us Gold Castaways can book Palo ressies starting at midnight eastern time?

[1DisneyQueen]

Good luck to all our gold cruisers. I have unforgettable west Madeira as well, and the land and sea in tortola. It is nice to see other disers will be along in Maderia.

Pj

I am with you for both, fingers crossed

[Hoagie Pie]

By the way, I got my laminator - super cheap at Walmart. Another fun thing for our cruise planning weekend!

Sarah, you are making me more tired - it is ridiculously early!!! I don't even know if I spelled that right.

[1DisneyQueen]

Am I understanding that us Gold Castaways can book Palo ressies starting at midnight eastern time?

Absolutley

[Diznyfan68]

Am I understanding that us Gold Castaways can book Palo ressies starting at midnight eastern time?

You sure can!

[1DisneyQueen]

[QUOTE=Hoagie Pie;36886180]By the way, I got my laminator - super cheap at Walmart. Another fun thing for our cruise planning weekend!

QUOTE]


Good deal. Enjoy

[1DisneyQueen]

You sure can!

Small world. I was from Middletown

[gismo1554]

By the way, I got my laminator - super cheap at Walmart. Another fun thing for our cruise planning weekend!

Sarah, you are making me more tired - it is ridiculously early!!! I don't even know if I spelled that right.

Sorry Sandi its way early! At least my sunburn meant I haven't slept well anyway so it wasn't as bad as I expected getting up

[Bareacuda]

By the way, I got my laminator - super cheap at Walmart. Another fun thing for our cruise planning weekend!

Sarah, you are making me more tired - it is ridiculously early!!! I don't even know if I spelled that right.

We Have a Michael's... so Walmart wont carry anything like that. Heck... I have 50% off coupon!

[gismo1554]

Oh and yes Gold can book from Midnight I believe EST which accordiing to me is in 7 mins

[1DisneyQueen]

Good Morning Sarah

[got2travel]

You sure can!


Lorri, are you gold yet?

[Hoagie Pie]

Ahhh! I cannot find the bar now to book Palo and Excursions - it disappeared when I hit "refresh". I am so done!:sad1:

[vtiffany]

YAY! Guess I'll be staying up just a little longer!! Good luck to all of us!

[KrisannB]

Ok time to go log in . . . . 5 minutes till show time!

[Buckeye Gal]

I feel like I'm watching this big event of some sort about to unfold! The thread should be slowing down now as many of you are all on edge looking that the bottom right corner of your computer for the time! It's going to be funny seeing how "silent" it's going to get here for the next 15 minutes!

Well, a friend... had to cancel. Good explanation--she'd been trying to get DH to tell her exactly when he could leave work to fly over and while she was waiting the prices increased $800 per person!...

I've almost lost my EBTA weight.....

Well, I bet he got a cold dinner tonight! Sorry your friends won't be coming. I know that's a big disappointment! Congrats on the weight loss though!

...We have not checked out this board before though I listen to the podcast regularly and have been to some DIS events in Orlando the past three Decembers and have done some writing for Passporter.

Is it too late to order t shirts?

:welcome: Never to late to join in on some fun! Unfortunately, the embarkation t-shirts with our logo have already been ordered. However, in the past couple of days, we have been talking about getting Mickey Mouse Club t-shirts that you can find on DisneyStore.com. We'll all wear them one night at dinner. Check out Page 1 of this thread to get caught up with several of the things that you can both participate in!

as long as I don't see swimming fishes I will be fine!

Krisann

It took me about 5 seconds to figure out what the heck you were talking about, then I started laughing!
:fish::fish::fish::fish::fish::fish: Cheers to NO FISHIES!!

[1DisneyQueen]

Ahhh! I cannot find the bar now to book Palo and Excursions - it disappeared when I hit "refresh". I am so done!:sad1:


It is there. Hit refresh again

[1DisneyQueen]

Come on...open early. Cant they see all of out here waiting?

[Hoagie Pie]

This is killing me! I hit refresh, I am just waiting for the ball to drop in Times Square!:rotfl::rotfl:

[Buckeye Gal]

The alarm has rang! I hear crickets...oh...that's "click" "click" "click" of your keyboards and mice!

Hey all. Another one waiting to book! UK its 4:45am so just got up and Im knackered already lol

A true Disney trooper you are!

By the way, I got my laminator - super cheap at Walmart. Another fun thing for our cruise planning weekend!... Oh good! Let me know what you think of it!

Don't Feel bad - I called Kimberly Sarah somehow - but all is well and good Huh Sa...Kimberly? :lmao: :teeth: ...

I thought it was funny! As I told you, we have so many Sarahs that the odds were with you that I could actually be a Sarah!

[Buckeye Gal]

Cricket.

[pjpoohbear]

Ribbit

[Buckeye Gal]

Cricket.

Great to see no reports of fish!

[vtiffany]

Got ressies for brunch, tea and dinner at Palo! Life is good! Good night all!:cool1:

[got2travel]

Got ressies for brunch, tea and dinner at Palo! Life is good! Good night all!:cool1:

congrats

[Buckeye Gal]

Got ressies for brunch, tea and dinner at Palo! Life is good! Good night all!:cool1:

We have a winner! You're the first to report back great news! Congrats!

[acourtwdw]

Got dinner and brunch but no tea :( Manda is doing the excursions now. Hopefully we can get tea on board or before sailing.

[granmaz]

The PacSafe bag I ordered from Overstock.com came today. It looks like it will be very difficult for pickpockets to access. :thumbsup2 Thanks for the heads up on this purchase. It was on sale for just over $25 and I did not have to pay shipping because I am a first time customer. :goodvibes I like!

PJ, if you want to put your stuff in this with ours in Barcelona when we are touring you are welcome to do so.

What colour did you get?

I so wanted one, but the shipping to the UK was more expensive than the bag.

Corinna

I looked and never got as far as seeing how much it would cost to ship. What a pain.

Thanks for all the well wishes and I come with good news. I got the MRI results today and the muscle is not ruptured. It show that is sprain muscle that look like it is heeling and I have swelling in the wrist. There going to try and restrengthen the muscles in my arm with physical therapy and hope that is it. They also think there still could be a pinched nerve causing all the pain. I keep you updated. At least no surgery for now. :cool1::cool1::thumbsup2:thumbsup2:thumbsup2 :woohoo::woohoo::woohoo::yay::yay::yay:

That is good news. Hope it is soon back to normal and pain free.

[gismo1554]

OK Im excited. Got everything we wanted:

Palo Brunch 19th
Palo Dinner 28th
Rock Tour 20th AM
Rasul Treatment 25th

Hope everyone else got what they wanted too! Catch up with you at a more decent hour as now going back to bed (Dans already asked what Im doing at this time in the morning on the PC in a very sleepy way lol)

[tig82174]

My wife and I are traveling to Europe in August for two weeks in Italy and Greece before heading to Barcelona for the Magic cruise back to the US. we will arrive in Barlona on the 14th.

We have not checked out this board before though I listen to the podcast regularly and have been to some DIS events in Orlando the past three Decembers and have done some writing for Passporter.

Is it too late to order t shirts?

It's not too late to order lanyards....check out the info in Post #1 if you're interested in lanyards!

[granmaz]

Good morning fellow reservation makers.

Managed my Palo, but not bothering with anything else for now. Hadn't even given excursions a thought as I think we will only book a St Maarten one.

I see two island type tours so any suggestions? I think the one with the sea trip might be nice.

[vtiffany]

We have a winner! You're the first to report back great news! Congrats!

congrats

Thanks! First to report back probably because that's all I was going to book tonight. I haven't even looked at the shore excursions yet. Guess I should do that soon, huh?

[Diznyfan68]

Small world. I was from Middletown

Yes it is!

[tig82174]

It let me get on and get the spa day i wanted.....but then I started trying to do our excursions and by 12:04am the dolphin swim in Tortola was already gone and you can't book it anymore....so I moved on to our next excursion...got it...and then tried to get on to do the others and now it's telling me there is an "error" and that it either can't retrieve my ressie or someone else from my traveling party is booking things-----except there is nobody else linked to us (yet)!

GGRRRRRR!!!

[Diznyfan68]

Lorri, are you gold yet?

No, still Silver but I got a dry run in for the 20th - I helped out with Mark and Laura's

[vtiffany]

Good morning fellow reservation makers.

Managed my Palo, but not bothering with anything else for now. Hadn't even given excursions a thought as I think we will only book a St Maarten one.

I see two island type tours so any suggestions? I think the one with the sea trip might be nice.

Hi Marilyn, So you are booked on this cruise! I look forward to seeing you again on the Magic!

[nordkin]

Got Palo and excursions booked and everything we wanted at the times we wanted. I hope everyone had the same luck and everyone reserving ay 90 and 75 days get what they want. After 7 cruises this is the first time I was able to pick a time for Palo. We actually had to discuss that one for a minute or two.

[LittleDisneyLovers]

I chose:

Tortola by Land and Sea

Unforgettable West Madeira

St. Maarten Island and Butterfly Farm Tour (we have done the island numerous times by ourselves, thought we would try someting different)

Good Luck, must be just a few minutes now!:thumbsup2

I do still have an image but not the high resolution one. Still acceptable for shirt making though. PM me your email address if you need it.
Or who can I send it to so it can be posted on the website?
Thanks, I will PM you :thumbsup2

Well, a friend who was booked on our cruise called me today to let me know that she and her family had to cancel. Good explanation--she'd been trying to get DH to tell her exactly when he could leave work to fly over and while she was waiting the prices increased $800 per person! Then he decided that was just too much and they needed to back out. Oh well.

I've almost lost my EBTA weight. Been working out every day. Now understand, we are not talking miracles here--I'm still fat, just a little less fat. It's way too hot these days to do yard work; that's my other effort.

This gang is SO organized. I'll be more into it when I have DD settled in her new college (or at least thru registration!)

That's a pity about your friend. There will be more cruises!
Love your fat comment, will be using that one! And less fat is better than more fat, right? I've decided that brown fat looks better than white fat, so I'm booking myself in for a spray tan before we go! :lmao:


Just a thought but if you can wait for the t-shirts, I can probably stuff them in my suitcase and bring them to Barcelona for you? That's an option and should save you a bunch on shipping. Just letting you know....


See your learning - I no longer give DH an option - he's just along for the ride. I'll tell him the night we board and he gets to see the tickets. Otherwise - in one ear out the other. :lmao: After all, same family tree right? ;)

Thanks for the offer about the t-shirts, but I checked zazzle and the shipping is only around $20 for 4 shirts.
As for the DH's, your my kind of gal! My husband gets the run down of what we're doing when we get on the plane. I put all our flight details on his iPhone so he know what dates we'll be gone. And that's all the info he gets, or wants, he's happy for me to do it so he doesn't have to think about it. ;)

:lmao: reminds me of a recent Gene Simmons Family Jewels episode, they taught Gene how to Skype but he still didn't quite get it. He call from his hotel room with only a bathrobe on. Then his room service showed up and he got up to answer the door, not realizing that certain body parts would be right in front of the webcam. :sad2:

That is too funny, similar to "It's Complicated". :lmao:

My wife and I are traveling to Europe in August for two weeks in Italy and Greece before heading to Barcelona for the Magic cruise back to the US. we will arrive in Barlona on the 14th.

We have not checked out this board before though I listen to the podcast regularly and have been to some DIS events in Orlando the past three Decembers and have done some writing for Passporter.

Is it too late to order t shirts?

Welcome!
I think the t-shirts deadline has gone, you could try Su_Kraft, she is away for the weekend though. :thumbsup2


So, I went and saw Sex and The City with all my girlfriends last night (no boys allowed). We hired out the entire Gold Cinema and some had Cosmo's, I had Caramel Slice, lol! I love SATC, but I'm not a die hard fan, I could have waited for the DVD release. But........I'm so glad I went, It was sooo funny, I haven't laughed so hard in a long time! A word of warning if our knickers and bra talk last week made you blush, be prepared to turn fire engine red! :banana::banana::banana:

[paulcrsb]

Hello all!

I've just joined this cruise. It's just me (Paul). This will be my 13th DCL cruise but my first on my own. Hopefully I will be able to find enough to keep me busy!

[tinker1bell]

Thank you all for your input. I know that I was pretty strict on my kids and sometimes I'm know I'm accused of being too tough so I wasn't sure. I don't feel so bad now and next time she's here - I will get down to her level and explain again. Its hard because she's the "baby" and pretty much does what she wants so I have to be careful how I speak with them. But at least I know that I can be steered right by my DIS friends! :hippie:







That is what I love about posting on the DIS. Everyone has their own opinion but you can really get some good input here. :goodvibes:goodvibes

[tig82174]

....the stupid site still won't let me get on....it still says someone linked to my reservation is making cruise plans when there is NOBODY linked to my reservation....so it's basically just blocking me from making ressies for no good reason and I know I've already been shut out of at least one of the excursions we wanted to do. If it's not fixed in the next 5 minutes or so we're just going to go to bed and give up and forget it and I guess we'll just get stuck with whatever leftovers are there when we can actually get online

[acourtwdw]

Hello all!

I've just joined this cruise. It's just me (Paul). This will be my 13th DCL cruise but my first on my own. Hopefully I will be able to find enough to keep me busy!
Welcome Paul!!! I'm Annette traveling with my Dsis Amanda. This will be our 9th Disney cruise, first crossing. I'm sure that you will find enough to keep you busy. Check out the first page of the thread for a bunch of fun information :)

[Hoagie Pie]

I got everything I wanted but my massage. They told me the only times available were 8:00 AM (which I don't do that early) or 8:00 at night, but I don't want to miss the shows. I am thinking that I will wait and get it on board. Everything else was a thumbs up! GOOD NIGHT! Hope everyone else was just as lucky!

[acourtwdw]

....the stupid site still won't let me get on....it still says someone linked to my reservation is making cruise plans when there is NOBODY linked to my reservation....so it's basically just blocking me from making ressies for no good reason and I know I've already been shut out of at least one of the excursions we wanted to do. If it's not fixed in the next 5 minutes or so we're just going to go to bed and give up and forget it and I guess we'll just get stuck with whatever leftovers are there when we can actually get online

Log off and log back on, that may help if you haven't done that. I remember last year someone said something about cleaning your cache. Not sure what that means though....

[1DisneyQueen]

Got Palo Brunch, but no tea. I will check another day or when I get onboard. Got all Excursions.

Whew...glad that is over for a few weeks. DN and her husband now need to be booked. Will have to wait till July 5th

Good luck everyone

[Buckeye Gal]

....the stupid site still won't let me get on....it still says someone linked to my reservation is making cruise plans when there is NOBODY linked to my reservation....

Grrrr. Did you try closing out your web browser? I would try anything at this point.

[donald'sdarling]

Just booked Palo brunch, dinner, and tea! Very exciting! Also booked City Under Siege in Gibraltar and Views and Parks in Madeira. Does anyone know anything about the Pusser Island Tour in Tortola? We're thinking about that one, too.

Hope those booking tonight got everything they wanted! Good luck to those with upcoming booking dates!

--Lynn

[coconut1]

I couldn't get tea at Palo. It showed many available times, but it kept giving me an error message when I tried to book it. Now it just says no available times. I hope they release more times later. Good luck everyone.

Brenda

[1DisneyQueen]

Hello all!

I've just joined this cruise. It's just me (Paul). This will be my 13th DCL cruise but my first on my own. Hopefully I will be able to find enough to keep me busy!

Welcome

[granmaz]

Hi Marilyn, So you are booked on this cruise! I look forward to seeing you again on the Magic!

Hi there. Hopefully we are doing the PC in January too!!!

Hello all!

I've just joined this cruise. It's just me (Paul). This will be my 13th DCL cruise but my first on my own. Hopefully I will be able to find enough to keep me busy!

Hi and welcome.:wave:

....the stupid site still won't let me get on....it still says someone linked to my reservation is making cruise plans when there is NOBODY linked to my reservation....so it's basically just blocking me from making ressies for no good reason and I know I've already been shut out of at least one of the excursions we wanted to do. If it's not fixed in the next 5 minutes or so we're just going to go to bed and give up and forget it and I guess we'll just get stuck with whatever leftovers are there when we can actually get online

That is such a pain. Hope you manage. I would phone DCL tomorrow and complain.

[tig82174]

Log off and log back on, that may help if you haven't done that. I remember last year someone said something about cleaning your cache. Not sure what that means though....

Grrrr. Did you try closing out your web browser? I would try anything at this point.

Yes we've logged off and back on multiple times. I restarted my computer. I closed my browser. And I even had Jason try to log on under HIS DCL login name and it won't let either of us access our reservation. We keep getting a stupid message saying to try again in 20 minutes or more or to call our Travel Agent or to call DCL during business hours.

It's really aggravating.....if everyone was having trouble I could chalk it up to just the site being overloaded or something.....but it's clear we're the only people having problems because everyone else has already gotten all their reservations and we're still sitting here staring at a screen that is blocking us out.

I absolutely HAAAATE this stupid system for booking.....i'm so infuriated right now I can't even stand it I'm about to throw my laptop out the freakin window!:mad::headache::mad::headache:

[paulcrsb]

Welcome Paul!!! I'm Annette traveling with my Dsis Amanda. This will be our 9th Disney cruise, first crossing. I'm sure that you will find enough to keep you busy. Check out the first page of the thread for a bunch of fun information :)

Thank-you for the Welcome. I did check out the first page and it is a bit overwelming, This is quite an organized group! This will be my second WBTA.

[1DisneyQueen]

I can book Palo tea if I have 3 or more people, but the 25th has no reservations. Oh well

[Bareacuda]

:cool1::cool1:

I got my 2 Palo dinners and a brunch.
Walking tour in Gibralter
Parks and Views in Mediera
Rhino riders in St Martin
and VI Snorkle and sail and beach in Tortola

Looks like I'll be bringing my gear!:banana:

Ann:yay:


WELCOME to our newbies!!!!

[donald'sdarling]

Only the last day was open for Tea for us. So, we took that. Seems like Tea booked up fast.

[tig82174]

That is such a pain. Hope you manage. I would phone DCL tomorrow and complain.

Oh believe me....if I don't get on soon and I get shut out of everything...somebody somewhere is going to hear about it :lmao::lmao:

I'm honestly so mad right now that if it was business hours I'd call and just cancel the cruise! LOL

[sandiedvc]

Thanks to all on the Ladies Afternoon tea list who replied so promptly when I was out of town, Sue got confirmation today that we are booked for tea on Sept 25 at 3 pm!

Here is a list of the people I have booked:

Su_kraft
sandiedvc
sezmo (2 people)
Steffy
DiaLady
Bareacuda
Belle1997
Tinker1bell
Birkner
Terapin
Terapin (Tru)
Walt & Di
goiu
HallsofVA (2 people)


I tried to get more spare slots, but Sept 25 was showing full. I will keep checking though!

[Bareacuda]

Oh believe me....if I don't get on soon and I get shut out of everything...somebody somewhere is going to hear about it :lmao::lmao:

I'm honestly so mad right now that if it was business hours I'd call and just cancel the cruise! LOL

I think I can hear you from here.... wait let me open the window:rotfl2:

Ann

[Buckeye Gal]

Yes we've logged off and back on multiple times. I restarted my computer. I closed my browser.....I absolutely HAAAATE this stupid system for booking.....i'm so infuriated right now I can't even stand it I'm about to throw my laptop out the freakin window!:mad::headache::mad::headache:

:hug: I'm so sorry, Erik & Jason. On a positive note, if you don't get this resolved in the coming days, since you're doing the B2B, you should be able to make the reservations you want and when you want before this group even gets on-board.

Hello all!

I've just joined this cruise. It's just me (Paul). This will be my 13th DCL cruise but my first on my own. Hopefully I will be able to find enough to keep me busy!....I did check out the first page and it is a bit overwelming, This is quite an organized group! This will be my second WBTA.

Hello, Paul! Welcome to the group! Since you're an experienced "crosser", then I'm sure you have a good idea of how to fill your days up with activities and naps on Deck 4! Glad you chimed in with us!

[mdwoodman]

Hello all!

I've just joined this cruise. It's just me (Paul). This will be my 13th DCL cruise but my first on my own. Hopefully I will be able to find enough to keep me busy!

Paul, Welcome aboard!

I saw your location on your post. Of all the towns in the US, it just so happens that my brother Glen also lives in Tualatin!

[tig82174]

it just let me back on....but the dolphin swim is still not available anymore....AND the 3 bookings that I had made before it kicked me out are gone...it didn't record them....and we lost our spa time!!! I'm so annoyed....luckily there was another relatively close to our original time....but it's really frustrating that their system totally screwed us out of an excursion and our top pick spa time. :mad:

[paulcrsb]

Paul, Welcome aboard!

I saw your location on your post. Of all the towns in the US, it just so happens that my brother Glen also lives in Tualatin!

As I've read in a zillion other posts...it "really is a small world".

And thanks everyone for the welcomes!

[tinker1bell]

Thanks to all on the Ladies Afternoon tea list who replied so promptly when I was out of town, Sue got confirmation today that we are booked for tea on Sept 25 at 3 pm!

Here is a list of the people I have booked:

Su_kraft
sandiedvc
sezmo (2 people)
Steffy
DiaLady
Bareacuda
Belle1997
Tinker1bell
Birkner
Terapin
Terapin (Tru)
Walt & Di
goiu
HallsofVA (2 people)


I tried to get more spare slots, but Sept 25 was showing full. I will keep checking though!

YIPPIE SKIPPIE!!!!!

I am so excited!!! :cool1::cool1:

[cinderbear]

Very cool. There are a few of us doing the last Med with AbD as well as this cruise. so that will be fun for all of us, I'm sure!




OK great...I'm still waiting to hear back from Cinderbear, too....but sounds liek we've got a good plan working!

Hi Erik, Sorry I haven't answered, I definitely want to dine with you and any other friends or disers who want to dine with us. I have not been able to make any of my reservations or excursions yet. I will be able to make those excursions on the 9th for our 10 day med. I have been trying to focus, I was cleaning and a step stool fell on my head, so needless to say I got a pretty good concusion(how silly is that). Please excuse any words misspelled, It took my about 10 min. to write this little bit. When are you getting into Barcelona, we are getting in on the 7th about 8:30 am and we are staying at the Marriott. If anyone is interested in meeting up we are willing to meet and hang out with our fellow disers.

[tig82174]

Hi Erik, Sorry I haven't answered, I definitely want to dine with you and any other friends or disers who want to dine with us. I have not been able to make any of my reservations or excursions yet. I will be able to make those excursions on the 9th for our 10 day med. I have been trying to focus, I was cleaning and a step stool fell on my head, so needless to say I got a pretty good concusion(how silly is that). Please excuse any words misspelled, It took my about 10 min. to write this little bit. When are you getting into Barcelona, we are getting in on the 7th about 8:30 am and we are staying at the Marriott. If anyone is interested in meeting up we are willing to meet and hang out with our fellow disers.

I hope you feel better soon! That sounds like a very uncomfortable accident!

I am finally online trying to get our reservations for the TA portion of the trip....I got what we wanted in every port except Tortola although we didn't get the TIMES we wanted in St. Maarten or Gibraltar (we wanted to do the afternoon version of the excursion in each port becasue I am not a morning person....but we got stuck with the first morning excursions...but at least we got them). Now we have to go look at what our options are for Tortola since we clearly can't swim with the dolphins:confused3


Anyhow....I think we arrive in BCN on the 7th as well...but not sure when. We booked our air through DCL so we don't have our flight info yet...but we're on a red eye leaving Orlando on the 6th so we're assuming that means we'll arrive late morning on the 7th or so, right? We are at the Hilton Diaganol Mar hotel in Barcelona (again booked thru DCL).

[KrisannB]

it just let me back on....but the dolphin swim is still not available anymore....AND the 3 bookings that I had made before it kicked me out are gone...it didn't record them....and we lost our spa time!!! I'm so annoyed....luckily there was another relatively close to our original time....but it's really frustrating that their incompetent computer system totally screwed us out of an excursion and our top pick spa time. :mad:

We too wanted to do the dolphin thing but I do not think it is even being offered - it is not that it is full - normally they will show it with but saying it is full - it doesn't even show up. I am going to call and ask about it. I was on - got tea and everything else - but that did not even show up.

Krisann

[tig82174]

....sorry for ranting about my booking woes :lmao: it's 1am and I'm cranky and I let myself vent too freely here :rotfl2: I don't think you can delete posts or I'd go back and delete some of my tantrums ;)

So I think we're all set....we did get most the excursions we wanted, although as I said in my last post we didn't get the times we wanted....and although we can't swim with the dolphins, which is big disappointment, we decided the "Discover SCUBA" excursion where you actually learn to scuba dive and do a 20 minute dive at 30 feet could be fun and certainly not anything we'd ever get to do living here in frozen Rochester, NY.....so my lovely hubby Jason has convinced me that the world is not over becasue we can't swim with dolphins :rotfl2:

[tig82174]

We too wanted to do the dolphin thing but I do not think it is even being offered - it is not that it is full - normally they will show it with but saying it is full - it doesn't even show up. I am going to call and ask about it. I was on - got tea and everything else - but that did not even show up.

Krisann

Yeah it just didn't show up at all for us either....I assumed that meant it was no longer available. If you find anything out, let me know. If not then we'll make the most of scuba diving. :thumbsup2

Now I have to go to bed so I can get up for the AIDS Walk in the morning----and it's thunderstorms outside right now (it's karma for me throwing a temper tantrum when i was trying to book my excursions :rotfl2:)!!!