20040131 ~ Cruising Jan 31 2004 Western Who's with us?

[Kabuli1]

Is it mine? Did I get 2500????

YEAH!!!!!

:jumping1: :jumping1:
Now we can cruise!:boat:

::yes::

Karyn

[Juli]

Wow! As the official Beer Tender for the crew, I will bring you the drink of your choice as you continue on with your packing!

Juli

:bounce: :Pinkbounc :bounce: :Pinkbounc :bounce: :Pinkbounc

[dizmomof2]

Okay guys, we're almost there! I'll bump us up a post!

I'll be here until Friday but I vote for Renae to close us out.

What do you say Renae:Pinkbounc

[Juli]

If there's any way I could get a lime green crew toque, I'd love one. But Dean may really wish that we wrastle for it once we are on the boat! I'm a bit rusty, but I'll give it a go.

Juli

[PrincessAuroraInBlue]

I'm Packed! I'm Packed!! I'm Packed!!! I'm Packed!!!! Hooray! It only took me until the NIGHT BEFORE to do it, but it's DONE and sitting by the door! I have jsut about everything done- my room is almost completely finished- like the rest of my house- just needs some last minute packing before the move (Except my move is only about 15 minutes away, not cross-crountry!!) I'm done packing, I had beautiful Senior pictures taken today... I'm feeling good- Everything's done! The only thing i'm dreading is Waking up around 3 or 4 AM tomorrow, then traveling (Plane & car), then an OVERNIGHT visit (those college folk stay up laaaatehttp://users.pandora.be/eforum/emoticons4u/sad/1381.gif*whimper*http://users.pandora.be/eforum/emoticons4u/sad/1381.gif) Just think: We'll be cruising in about 4 days!! I'm ready to get rid of this horrible snow and bask in the sunlight! Well, i'm out for now- this MAY be my last post before we take off- so If it is, thanks a bunch for everything- DIS is a world of it's own!! Take care- travel safely- and i'll see everyone soon!!

[dheller97]

Sorry, age has brought me a little bit of wisdom. I learned the only one I want to wrestle for ANYTHING is Cheri - even if it means losing out on a special toque.

Way to go, Karyn - CONGRATS ON NUMBER 2,500!!!!!

Hey, Bobby - we did it - we reached your goal of 2,500 before we all left.

OK, we have a nomination and a second. Any further names to be placed in nomination or any further discussion on the floor of the name submitted before the co-chairs consider the nominations?

[OKWMEMBER]

As the other co-chair, I third the nomination and hereby and therefore appoint Renae as the officially person to turn out the lights, make sure the iron is off, check for running water, turn off the gas and whatever else you do before you leave the thread/home person!!!

Motion carried, Book'em Dan-o, Golly Bob-a-Howdy, Vern!!!

Juli, I'm the one with the bucket hats and I'll reserve a Lime Green one for you!!!

Dean, I'm going to dial you up shortly.

[Kabuli1]

Hey Gary, how come you're calling Dean and not me???

I was just talking to Renae! We're going to try to see her tomorrow at the store!

:yo-yo: :jumping2: :jumping2: :yo-yo:
Can you tell? I'm getting excited!

Karyn

[dheller97]

Na-na-na-na, I got to talk to Gary and you didn't. Na-na-na-na.

You need to get up early, no time for sitting around with froofroo drinks waiting for phone calls, eh? Just be careful in the morning, okay. Besides, I'd hate to have to find new tablemates at this late stage of the game. :teeth:

[auntrenae]

Yes, dear friends, I'll be the last one out, feed the dog, lock the door, stop the mail (most important for us) stop the paper, wash the windows, and clean the house like a crazy woman! Unless, as Karyn says, someone will be the last to post from the board, then I'll be talking to myself Friday night!

ttfn, Renae

[auntrenae]

Cap,
Sorry to disappoint you with the drinks, that's what I have! I did say my lemonade was fresh squeezed and really good, doesn't that float your boat? If not, sorry! I'll make it up to you with hot chocolate souffle', how does that sound??? How about some maple glazed salmon? It's a secret family recipe... not mine, but hey I can have some sent to your table.... how about that?
he he he he he,
Renae

[Cap]

First, thanks to Dean, Barbara, Gary, and everyone else who has made this "soap opera" so interesting over the past several months. It really is great to start the vacation so early via these boards.

To everyone who has not finished packing - remember you may get some cool, but not cold, weather. We're in Naples, FL now and today has been cloudy, windy, and in the high 60's. While it wasn't cold, Judi wanted to wear a light sweater outside.

We've just finished rearranging the clothes, so all the winter things we don't need until after we finish the cruise are in one suitcase.

Karyn, moving is good for you. It helps to clean out the "house arteries', by forcing you to get rid of stuff you've been saving, but will never need.

Dean, the top five things to remember to do are:
1 - Don't miss the plane
2 - Don't miss the plane
3 - Don't miss the plane
4 - Don't forget your credentials (passport or birth certificate / ID).
5 - Don't forget your cruise docs.

Everything else can be bought or done without, even Speedos.

[dheller97]

We were just wondering how you are doing after your doctor's visit yesterday. Just don't forget, we are still here for a couple of days if you need someone to talk to or even if you need someone to knock around a little bit http://e4u.deltait.com.au/sport/sport25.gif

[Cap]

Someone asked about my post from Sunday about a long Ethernet cable. To my knowledge, there is NOT internet access in the rooms on the ship. I was in a hotel and complaining that they had put the Internet access on the opposite wall from the desk, and that my 10' cable did not reach. This will be the first time we've been "home" to Boardwalk since they install the Internet access there, so I won't know until tomorrow if the connections are appropriately placed.

Shannon, I think they let people on the cruise if they are coughing. However they clearly will NOT let anyone on who has, or mentions, any symptoms of an intestinal visus, even if you just ate a bad hot dog. They are very scared of the Norwalk virus. It's kind of like security at the airport - don't even joke with they about being sick, or they will not let you on board.

[Cap]

Team, Really great job on the posts. We cleared 2500. Just think, at one time we were trying to get to 1600, and then thought we might make 2000 total before the cruise.

Isn't it wonderful what we can accomplish through a little bit of teamwork and cooperation.

Thanks again to everyone for the humor, tips, feedback, and general support. See you on the cruise.

Cap and ArtistJudi.

[Cap]

Dean,

While you will be gone next week, did you ask to have space reserved on the front page the following week for your Disney Cruise Review article. I think a nice picture you in your Speedo would probably improve the newspaper circulation in the 13 paper area in SD. If you forgot, who can I call at the printing plant to have them standby for late breaking news?

[Kabuli1]

Renae, stop it, you're making me hungry!

Cap, moving is good for me like all kinds of other nasty things my mom said were good for me?

Sniff, Gary called Dean and not meeeeee, wah!

ok, then, I'm going to take my toys and go to Florida!

Have a good night boys and girls! I'll try to post before I leave in the morning! Nikki, you'd better be right about the weather!

Karyn

[dizdadof2]

And we're off.

See you all down there on the ship.

Mike

[Kabuli1]

Buh Bye Mike!:wave2:

Karyn

[dheller97]

Bye, Mike - please be careful. :wave:

[auntrenae]

everyone who is flying out tomorrow, please be safe on the way. It's time to roll out that old post office motto, neither rain nor snow nor dark of 'early morning' will stay us from our all important cruise!!! Tell the pilot of your plane that you have a lot of people waiting to see you who might get really mad if you aren't there with toque and speedo on, so they better do a good job getting you here!
Take care everyone,
Renae

Karyn, sorry about making you hungry, I didn't mean to, honest!
Congrats on getting the 2500th post too! Renae

[dheller97]

Cap-Sorry, I've told the crews that they are to ignore any "stop the press" requests from anyone until I get back. By that time, our cruise will no longer be news, it becomes an archive and heads to the morgue with the other "old" news. Sorry because a photo of a bunch of guys with torques and speedos would be a front page grabber in most of our neighboring communities.

[macrhea]

Okay now you've got me panicking...You are all packed and heading out? I have a guest bedroom full of clothes, no list and no spare time to pack. Looks like I'll be staying up Thursday night. We are only leaving on Friday morning.

We won't have any lime green shirts or Toque but I'll sure know to spot you guys !!

We got 25" of that white heavy stuff, some icing rain. DH is NOT a happy camper right now. Had to shovel 3 times today for 1.5 hour each time.....Not a happy Jimmy!!!

Good Night.

[dheller97]

Not to fret Nancy. We're sticking around here until Thursday. Thought I'd even get a haircut before leaving. Might even splurge and get them both cut.

I bet there will be several not in lime green either. The difference is they just aren't too sure if we REALLY will show up in speedos and toques and don't want to be associated until they are sure. :)

25" of snow and well, well below zero temps would make anybody an unhappy Jimmy, eh?

See you soon!

[OKWMEMBER]

OK Karyn, IT WAS NICE TALKING TO YOU!!!!

We aim to please around here.

Good night everyone. Safe traveling to those leaving tonight and tomorrow. Welcome to Florida and keep the weather warm to those already down there!!!

[dheller97]

See, Karyn, that's why I got the Grumpy photo in my signature. I would have just rubbed it in and let you whine.

But, NOOOOOOOOOO, he is the sympathetic Mr. Nice Guy and breaks down and calls you too.

Seriously, please be careful in the morning.

[PrincessAuroraInBlue]

Awww, this is so sad!! We're all saying our goodbyes... when we haven't even met yet!! Granted, most of you have been talking for months and months and months and i've only had a week and a half... but still!! Just think, if we've all grown this attached to each other thru the INTERNET, think of how attached we're going to be after a week of physical interacion!! It'll be crazy!! Lots of tears on the 7th thoughhttp://users.pandora.be/eforum/emoticons4u/sad/1381.gif

Well, it's 11 now, and i have to be awake and out the door in about 5 hours, so i think i'm going to get as much sleep as i possibly can! Everyone Travel Safely- Be careful in all that snow and Ice and i'll see everyone in *gasp* a few days!!! (If you thought the single digit countdown was intense, think of the 3 day countdown is gonna be!!!)

And this is your Princess signing out princess:

[Kabuli1]

And, we're off! See you all there!

:wave: :wave:

Karyn :crazy: and Jilly Bean princess:

[dheller97]

Bye, Karyn :wave:

Bye, Jill :wave:

See you soon


Weeeeeee, we're down to THREE!!

[Butterfly2]

3 DAYS AND I'M SO EXCITED I CAN'T SLEEP!:Pinkbounc :bounce: :Pinkbounc :bounce: :Pinkbounc :bounce:
I looked all over and discovered I have nothing lime green, so Dean will have to be the limeade for both of us.::yes::
Matt doesn't seem to be having trouble sleeping, but says he is so excited he does know what he is doing.:earseek:
He wants a sombero with mouse ears, do you think he'll find one?:confused:
Everyone travel safe! Renee keep the door unlocked for us, and we will all be rolling in soon.:Pinkbounc :bounce: :Pinkbounc :bounce:
Cheri

[The4OfUs]

Originally posted by Juli
Nikki - how much can I pay you to snag a hat from Dean for me when you are on the bus! Otherwise, I'll be tackling any guy in lime green that I see in the terminal.


I'm SO jealous you're in FL already, although the snow that they freaked about did not happen today...not even a single flake (other than all the meteorologists who look like idiots now *snicker* And you WONDER why I chose to leave that career path for the excitement of webmaster!!)

I'd snag a hat, but Dean's not the Hat Guy....that's Gary! But you probably already know that cause i"m answering before reading the actual post...

As for who to look for, my family photo is on http://trulson4.tripod.com/, although that's a bit old - here's a more recent one of me...although this was pre-highlights so myhair is slightly lighter and slightly shorter...

http://psomom.homestead.com/files/nikki.jpg

Hey! I should pack that dress too! *grin*

[The4OfUs]

Originally posted by auntrenae
Yes, dear friends, I'll be the last one out, feed the dog, lock the door, stop the mail (most important for us) stop the paper, wash the windows, and clean the house like a crazy woman! Unless, as Karyn says, someone will be the last to post from the board, then I'll be talking to myself Friday night!

ttfn, Renae

AUGH! THE MAIL! I FORGOT ABOUT THE MAIL!!!!!!

*sob*

*is going to crack from the pressure*

[kmc33]

We are winding down now!! To those of you who have left, Karyn, Jill, Mike, Randy, Annie… and anyone else sorry I missed you. See you on the ship!

I didn't factor 'shovel time' into my schedule this week, so I am behind on packing!! I too have a pile in the guest room right now. Hope to get more done tonight (packing, not shovelling!) Go away snow!!!

I am trying to wrap up things at work and need to take DS to two appointments this afternoon.

And by the way, I think Randy left, but in case he checks in, I thought this was hysterical!!!

suspenders + speedo = Thong :rotfl: :rotfl: :rotfl:

[dheller97]

Ah pity da fool who tries to snag mah hat!!

Talk to Gary, he's the hat man.

Cheri is right, Matt can sleep thru anything

[kmc33]

Nikki, did you know you can do the mail stop online? It's works great. Go to usps.com. Click on Receive Mail and Packages on the blue bar at the top. And then, third column select, Put mail on hold. I just did mine yesterday. Good Luck!

[KofPShannon]

Good morning - everyone was busy last night. Have a safe trip dizdad, Karyn & Jilly. Glad you're already in Florida, Juli. Don't you just love when kids get their hands on their suitcases? Little darlings. I'm trying to get mine to start packing their own, but they take half their rooms every time!! And I thought I overpacked.

Someone was talking about making a conscious decision to overpack. That's me too. I like choices at the end of the trip.

Cap - good to hear from you again. Thanks for the advice. All-knowing 16 year old DS won't listen to any advice from mom about his cold because, gasp, she knows nothing.

No school again today. I'll be working from home today again. Sigh, what a luxury. It almost makes up for all those weekend emergency calls. Almost, but not quite. We got another 4 inches or so. Friday has a 30% chance of snow.

Nikki, I couldn't get to your first site, but you look great in the second. You're not bringing that dress?

I have to make my list of things I don't have packed yet, or something will get left behind. I keep forgetting about the bubbles.

Ranae, so good of you to turn out the lights.

Dean - 2 miles an hour times how many miles? Whew, maybe I should have used the cruise money to buy my own snowblower.... Nahh.

[KofPShannon]

Kim - I do my mail stop online too.

Randy & Annie - forgot to tell you safe trip too.

When do we turn the countdown from days to hours? I'm counting down from leaving work at 5 on Friday. The flight's not till 7:30, but everyone knows what fun it is to be frisked at the airport. Tickle tickle..hee hee. You want me to take off what?

Seriously, I can't decide whether to do my countdown to flight time or departure time? Departure wins...it's closer. Let's see that's 44 hours and if I wait one more minute....44 minutes.

[The4OfUs]

Originally posted by kmc33
Nikki, did you know you can do the mail stop online? It's works great. Go to usps.com. Click on Receive Mail and Packages on the blue bar at the top. And then, third column select, Put mail on hold. I just did mine yesterday. Good Luck!

Awesome!! Thank you, Kim, I'll do that now...

[kmc33]

Nikki, I couldn't get to your first site, but you look great in the second. You're not bringing that dress? I agree. And I really like that dress too.

Barbara - I had trouble with Nikki's link too. Click on it again and then take the comma off the end and you can get to it.

Nikki - Great site! I really like it. You have a nice family. I am looking forward to meeting you. I saw that you live in Westford. I have a friend who I was living outside of Boston, and I think it might have been Westford, but she moved to Virginia not long ago.

Barbara - We are just on the other side of the state from you. Looking forward to meeting you too.

I am looking forward to meeting everyone!!!

I am just so excited that I am not sleeping too well either! We have cruised before, but this is the first time that we are going on a cruise and I have met so many people online before hand.

And we had the pleasure of meeting Gary and Gail last September at Universal. Looking forward to seeing you again!! This is great!

I hope the weather won't interfer with our flight on Friday!!! :earseek:

[KofPShannon]

My DD will be wearing lime green pants, lime green tee shirt and green shoes :tilt: when we arrive at the airport around 9:30 Friday night. If anyone else is getting in to Orlando around then, keep an eye peeled for us. (You might need sunglasses :cool2: for looking at that outfit.) My DS plans on wearing shorts under his snap away sweat pants and then....rip off the pants when we get to Florida. DBF and I will be walking as far away from them as possible :blush: so no one thinks we're with them. (Isn't it supposed to be that the kids don't want to be seen with the adults?)

[KofPShannon]

Kim - I spent my first 2 years of college at California University of PA with a lot of people from the Pittsburgh area. In the 70s, I lived for a short time in Evans City, Zelionople (sp?), Seneca, Oil City, Franklin, Meadville and Erie. I moved back across the state in 1980. I might have Karyn beat for number of times moving, but none of my locations were as exotic as hers.:earsgirl:

[kmc33]

(Isn't it supposed to be that the kids don't want to be seen with the adults?) That's my understanding. Since DS is only 4, I am enjoying him wanting to be with me while it lasts!! How long until he starts telling me that he hates me?! :(

Our flight is due in around 6:00 pm on Friday evening. If we are delayed, I will keep my eyes peeled in the airport.

Where are you staying the night before, Barbara? It looks like many are staying at the Hyatt. If I remember right that's where Dean and Nikki are staying. That sounds nice. I did priceline and in the back of my mind, hoped that it might come up the Hyatt. But, we got the Holiday Inn Select. I read that it's nice and there is a shuttle, so it shouldn't be too bad.

[kmc33]

California University of PA... I lived for a short time in Evans City, Zelionople (sp?), Seneca, Oil City, Franklin, Meadville and Erie I am very familiar with all of those places. Although Meadville and Erie is Gary's neck of the woods. He is more familiar with those.

I have lived in various parts of the Pittsburgh area. With the exeption of two years in Monmouth County NJ, I have lived in Pittsburgh all my life.

[KofPShannon]

Kim - we're staying at the Airport Quality Inn. They have free transportation to the airport, free continental breakfast, free happy hour drinks when you arrive and a shuttle to the cruise and back (not free - I think it was $40/person) for $58/night. I get all my hotels at hotelkingdom.com. There website is not real pretty, but I have historically found their prices to be the best. I've never tried priceline. I think our shuttle leaves at 11:45 AM on Saturday.

[KofPShannon]

How do these posting counters work? I noticed on my last couple of posts, since they were so close together, that the counter didn't add another number. I looked back at Kim's and her last couple of posts had the same number too? Are we being gypped on our numbers? Maybe we already have 3000 posts?

[kmc33]

I think the counter probably catches up? there seems to be a delay. Just now when I thought I would check this thread once more before getting back to work :rolleyes: , it was still listing me as the last person to post looking at the Cruise Meets header. But then I got in and saw that someone on another thread was really the last to post and that you had made two posts as well.

Should we count the posts to see if we have been gypped? :earseek:

That sounds like a good deal at the Quality Inn. I will have to keep that in mind for next time, if it's just the three of us. On this trip, my sister's family of four is travelling with us, so we are getting a van through Cartier Towncar.

[Cap]

It takes awhile for the post counter to refresh. We're up to 2546. Although we are slowing down because some people are intransit, and others are able to do without their computers, I think we'll break 2600.

I remember now why I hate AOL. I'm on dial-up at my inlaws and the connection is Sloooooow. That, coupled with AOL trying to sell me something, or tell me about some new feature, is driving me crazy.

For those of you leaving today, have a great trip. It's sunny and 59 degrees in South Florida today. The only white outside is an egret flying by.

[KofPShannon]

Cap - 59!!!! We want 80's. We want 80s. Fifty-nine degrees is better then 23, but I have to pack more clothes if it's 59. *jumps up and down on suitcases to make more room*

I was looking at the # of posts under our name on the left hand side. I noticed that mine wasn't incrementing correctly and either was Kim's. I didn't go back to look at any others. I didn't think the total for our forum was off, just the individual ones.

[The4OfUs]

That number SHOULD increment by one everytime you post...and you'll see the same # everywhere, as it's constant, like your sig...so for example, right now it says you have 63 posts...and it should say that on ANY post you made...then you make another, and bump it to 64, and it should say THAT on any post you made...

Now i have to watch it! *grin*

[kmc33]

I misunderstood about the number of posts too.

Thanks for the update, Cap. I want higher temps too. Although, 59 sounds pretty balmy compared to 16 degrees (RF 0 degrees) that it is here in Pittsburgh!

I can't wait to be sitting with a frufru drink on Friday night saying "just think, three days ago I was shovelling snow". At least it was that thought that kept me going with my shovel, last night!!! :p

[OKWMEMBER]

I got stuck twice on my way to work today!!!:mad:

I WANT MY MAGIC!!! :hyper:

There, I feel better.:teeth:

Happy Landings to those traveling today! We'll catch up to you soon.

Warm it up down there, Cap!!!:sunny:

HADD!!!:wave: :wave2:

[KofPShannon]

Thanks for the post count explanation, Nikki. Now I get it.

The roads really aren't to bad here any more. I guess I need to get my lazy butt out to shovel the driveway and go into the office. Bah humbug.

Staying at DBF's tonight so he can get his laundry and packing done. Kids are with their dad tonight and tomorrow. He's supposed to have them every Wednesday night, but travels so much for business that he's rarely home doing the week. Am I the only one in this thread that's divorced?

[OKWMEMBER]

Gail and I were divorced. Second time around for both of us.

[Cap]

Gary,

We're working on warming it up. It's all the way up to 64 in the shade. It's a nice, sunny day today, so it feels much better.

Judi and I are sitting watching the birds fishing in the water. We've not seen the alligator yet this morning.

[KofPShannon]

Phew - *removes scarlet letter from chest* :blush:


Hey Kim - if Gary and Dean are the thread heads, are you the thread red? :bitelip: and is something posted on a page a long, long ways ago a thread said? hee hee :cutie:

[dheller97]

Hip-hip-hooray!!!

Just have month-end reports to finish and then I can slack off until time to leave, which, BTW is just THREE days from now.

pftttt..... *******************************otn/tongue/newtonguesmile.gif

[KofPShannon]

Just realized I miscounted my hour countdown - what kind of an accountant is that? :confused: It's 52 hrs and 45 minutes till 5 PM on Friday.

Compiling month end reports before the month ends, Dean? I'm impressed. :teeth: Accountants are usually happy to have those done by a week into the next month.

Cap - will you be wearing alligator accessories with your speedo? Hope you see him before he sees you.

Keep thinking of last minute things to add to the bags and/or finish before I leave. Where's that darn list.

[dizmomof2]

I'm glad to see I'm not the only one left here!:( My brother (dixdadof2) is in the Magic Kingdom as I type. My mom and dad are leaving in a couple of hours and I'm stuck here in the cold and smow until Friday. Only TWO MORE SLEEPS!!!!:Pinkbounc :tongue: :hyper:

We're so excited here. Last night between my kids jumping around in excitment and my husband you would have thought there was an earthquake around here.

Homework is finally all done! I just packed the dive bag and now on to clothes. Maybe I'll be ready before three o'clock in the morning on Friday. (boy, that would be a change:rolleyes: )

If you're travelling today or tonight, be safe! There's lots of nasty weather out there and we want everyone on the cruise in one piece please!:wave:

[dheller97]

Gary-Is your day going any better after practicing your winter driving techniquest this morning?

dizmomof2-Nope, you are not alone. There are a few of us still here trying to clean the place up. Looking at the mess, musta been some good parties around here.

Barbara-I'm not trying to help out the bean-counter by getting the reports done early, just going to close the month a bit early so there is NO chance I get delayed in getting out of here tomorrow.

Cap-I agree with Gary and Barbara - just a little warmer, please. "Doctor" said I need to soak in warm salt water to help my dry and cracked hands. So, I'm going to the Carribbean!!

[photonut]

I am still here too!!!
We leave at 3am Friday morning for the airport for our flight at 7am.
So Thursday evening will be my last post.
It sounds like many of you are all packed and ready to go!! am I the only procrastinator in the bunch?
I have all of the families summer clothes for 2 weeks out on their floors in piles but not much more done than that... I tend to work better under pressure!
I need to finish up some school council paperwork today and take DD to her last dance class tonight and then I have a scrapbooking meeting from 730-9pm.

Tomorrow I have a hair and nail appointment, need to pick up some final prescriptions (Everyone don't forget your medication and be sure to put it in your purse or carry on!!!) and then I will feel the pressure and get myself all packed up.

My DH went to our local tux shop today to rent a cumberbund and vest, tie as he owns a tuxedo but needs some of the accessories. He found 2 really cute sets with Mickey Mouse heads on them...How perfect!::MickeyMo
He was going to go back because in his excitement of finding this he forgot to see if they carry the same thing for my DS 5!! Wouldn't they be adorable in matching tuxes?? (Sorry for you men out there...it is a mother thing!!)

Well back to my procrastinating!!!

:teeth:

[KofPShannon]

Dean - is it just me or is that an unusual prescription FROM A DOCTOR IN SOUTH DAKOTA?? :confused: I would have thought he would have told you to use cow udder balm. :jumping1: That's what my grandmother uses on her dry and cracking hands. We saw plenty of cows at your neighbor's farm during the last party.

Wait a minute, one bean, two beans, three beans, oh rats, lost my train of thought again...one bean.... :teacher: 50 hrs and 43 minutes.

dizmom - I like that you and your brother are Disney fans. Did you go to Disney World as kids? My son and daughter are still at the age where they need a full-time referee, http://e4u.deltait.com.au/dressed/bek035.gif so it's nice to dream about them actually doing something together and enjoying each other's company.

[Chickenlady]

I made it back just in time to say good bye to everyone!!!!

My bronchoscopy and biopsy went as expected on Monday. My Dr. (Mister personality) left me waiting in the operating room for 2 hours before the procedure..he had an emergency. Then he didn't even wait until I woke up to tell DH that everything went as expected, they got cultures and biopsies and we would know the results in 2 wks. I slept most of Monday.

I also got a restful day on Tues....now nobody laugh....I'm from New England so I know how stupid this sounds. We got 1/2 to 1 inch of snow Monday night, so all the schools and my office were closed on Tues. Kind of a bummer snow day when there isn't even enough snow to make a snowball, much less a snowman.

I'm not flying out until Friday afternoon, so I can help hold down the fort. I'll also be at the MCO Hyatt on Friday night. Can't wait to meet everyone.

I need a froofroo drink NOW!!!!!!!!
Janice

[KofPShannon]

Janice - we missed you! Glad everything went well. A whole 1/2 inch of snow! Wow - hope that snow doesn't get to Florida. I used to get a chuckle when I moved to DC after living in Erie. Same scenario - 1/2 inch of snow and everything's closed.

[The4OfUs]

Originally posted by photonut
I am still here too!!!
We leave at 3am Friday morning for the airport for our flight at 7am.
So Thursday evening will be my last post.
It sounds like many of you are all packed and ready to go!! am I the only procrastinator in the bunch?

Sounds like you're on my schedule!! We have to leave around 3:30am for a 6:45am flight out of Boston...and no, I haven't packed either, I've just been collecting things in a pile in the corner...tonight, says I! *grin* (riiiiight...)

I also made appts. for us tomorrow eve. at 5:30 at my salon...haircuts for the men, and manicure/pedicure for Kelsey and I...Im excited about that, then it will feel "real"...

1/2 inch to close it, Janice? LOL! Too funny...

Glad to hear things went ok and you feel alright...just a few more days and we'll keep your mind off things!! We're at the Hyatt Friday night too, with Dean and his group, and I want to catch that first bus out Satuday morning...

[dheller97]

Hi, Janice-Glad you made it back before the lights went off and it all went reasonably well. Hopefully, Cheri and I are going to try to meet Nikki sometime Friday evening at the Hyatt and share a froo-froo drink. If you make it in time, maybe you-uns can join us. We WILL be on that first bus out Saturday morning even if I have to knock out some old lady at the bus stop to get it.

Barbara-Actually the udder balm was suggested. But I gave myself a medical degree for the day and insisted salt water soaking would be the best cure. So we booked a cruise!! Sorry, no offense meant by the bean-counter term. It's just my foot in mouth disease.

[KofPShannon]

Dean - or is that Dr. Dean - no offense taken. I've been called much worse. :duck:

I have our clothes packed, but still have the mounds of little necessities to go. My carry on bag will be bigger then I am. http://e4u.deltait.com.au/sport/sport23.gif

It's very hard to concentrate on work today.

[OKWMEMBER]

Dear Walt, help me make it through this day!!!!:crazy2: :headache: :scared:

I'm getting a bunch of those "can you do this before you go" deals, too.

[dheller97]

Gary-A prescription from the newly graduated "Dr. Dean", co-head thread:

To: (Insert name)
Bend at the waist; grasp your left shoulder with your right hand, and your right shoulder with your left hand. Holding onto your (insert one) shirt / blouse tightly, firmly pull your head out of your backside and do it yourself.

It may not always work, but you'll feel better for a short while.:teeth:

[OKWMEMBER]

Thank you, Dr. Dean!!! I feel better already!!!:hyper: :sunny:

2 1/2 more days!!!! Help me, Obi-Walt-Kanobi!!! You're my only hope!!!

[KofPShannon]

Poor Gary - maybe superwoman Karyn can help you. http://e4u.deltait.com.au/dressed/bek134.gif

I just told the shopping center owner that I will be unreachable on the ship. He said the tenants can contact him. Yippee! No emergencies for a whole week. http://users.pandora.be/eforum/emoticons4u/happy/714.gif I just have to create a little flyer to tell them...in my spare time...

And Walt's been elevated to sainthood? http://users.pandora.be/eforum/emoticons4u/angels/angel3.gif No wonder WDW's such a "heavenly" experience. I hope he makes heaven just like it before I get there, without the lines.

[jedokids]

Hi Everyone-

Sorry I haven't posted but our internet was down last night! We didn't know what to do when we couldn't read the posts!!!

Is anyone else leaving on sat. morning? Are we the only stupid ones that didn't think about getting a motel in Florida the night before???

Babara-- I am also divorced and this the second time around for both of us. Sometimes you need to make mistakes to learn from! Not my DS-- just the marriage!!!

The other day when I was thanking people-- I forgot to thank the most important person-- my DH which stands for my darling honey for me!!! Without him and his planning & organizing-- this trip would not be possible! I know we are going to have the time of our lives! When we are old & sitting in that nursing home-- we can look at our pictures from our Magical Cruise!

See ya all real soon !!!

[dheller97]

Another reason for a boat drink...... Obi-Walt-Kanobi is saving Gary.

Another reason for a boat drink...... No emergencies for a week for Barbara

Another reason for a boat drink...... Dorrie and Jerry :lovestruc

[KofPShannon]

Wait - we need reasons to drink? http://techhelpers.net/e4u/drink/trink32.gif

Dean - I like Obi-Walt-Kanobi! That's cute.

Dori - I don't remember anyone else leaving on Saturday. Guess we have to hold the boat for you. Is that why you've been running so far? To build endurance for catching the boat? We had a trip a couple years ago that my oldest son overslept http://users.pandora.be/eforum/emoticons4u/sleep/schla16.gif during a snow storm and missed his flight. He spent the rest of the weekend trying to get another flight http://users.telenet.be/eforum/emoticons4u/trans/fahr28.gif to Orlando and never made it. That's my reason for coming a day early.

And Dori - I visit my grandmother in a nursing home every Saturday and Sunday. Trust me, you and Jerry will be lucky if you remember who each other are, let alone be able to identify pictures. My sister and I always joke about how we'll be roommates in a nursing home http://users.pandora.be/eforum/emoticons4u/crazy/126.gif and constantly accusing each other of stealing our pictures because we don't remember who we are.

[KofPShannon]

Oops - Gary should have credit for Obi-Walt-Kanobi. I guess great thread heads think alike, huh Dr. Dean? Use the force, Gary.

I'm done for the day. Going to go help DBF pack his speedos and practice my drinking skills. Talk to everyone tomorrow. Ciao.

[jedokids]

WE broke 2500 mark!!!


The stupid internet was not working last night so i had to play catch up today.

We got some snow but not enough for my school to cancel, others in the area did cancel.


I can't and don't even want to think about all the homework I'm going to have next week. My teachers don't even know what we are doing on Friday let alone next week, so it looks like when I i get home I will have to do alot of homework.

Bobby

[PrincessAuroraInBlue]

Hey guys!! I'm back from the dead!! You know, i'm learning that the best part about "college life" is that EVERYBODY and their roomate has the internet- go figure!! The best part is that Their hall is watching American Idol, so i don't have to miss it!!! Hooray!!

Sooo, Florida is definatly much much warmer than the 4 degrees and the foot of snow that i woke up to this morning!! It's a bit "Chilly" not cold and DEFINATLY not 80 degrees! I would compare it to a spring day- i was wearing a light long sleeved shirt and i was completely comfortable... it's a bit more chilly at night- sweatshirt or windbreaker weather a bit more "Nippy" when it's dark!! I sure hope it's gonna be warmer in the Carribean!! It's all good- i see more "cruise friendly" temperatures in the forcast!!

Well, i should be out!! I'll see some of you DIS folk as soon as tomorrow and friday and i look forward to meeting the rest of everyone on Saturday!! (i'm really not looking forward to wearing the lime green, to be perfectly honest - but I'll do what it takes to be loyal to DIS!!)

[Cap]

We're glad to hear that everybody is moving along on packing, job clean-up, college check out, etc. As Princess said, it's much warmer than up north, but still need a sweatshirt or windbreaker.

Unfortunately, I have to suffer with dial-up AOL for the rest of the trip. Disney was supposed to have Broadband turned on at Boardwalk, but it's "not quite done".

Dean - don't forget the bubbles!

It's not very crowded at WDW today.

OK. We're at post 2576 now. Should make 2600 before sailing.

Judi say's lime green is not her color, but is acceptable as a fruit in a fruit drink with an umbrella.

[Butterfly2]

Janice, it is good to have you back. You are still in our prayers.
I do hope we see you Friday night. I'm part of Dean's group and we are meeting Nicki and her bunch for froo-froo drinks so would be great to have you join us. :Pinkbounc :wave: Cheri

[dizmomof2]

PrincessAuroraInBlue: I hate to break this to you but the best part of college life really has nothing to do with the internet.;) It has a lot to do with, um, ah, other stuff. (are your parents reading this thread?):earseek: Glad to hear your having a wonderful time.

Alright you people in Florida! Are you complaining about nippy weather!!!:mad: I just had to shovel the driveway again (yes AGAIN!) because the snowplow came and blocked in my driveway. This is after I had to push a neighbour out because she got stuck IN her driveway.

Bring on the sun, froofroo drinks (non-alcoholic please) and those men in speedos!:earseek: (Okay, I'm not sure about the men in speedos. I'll reserve judgement about them.;) )

Jen

[auntrenae]

I don't want to scare anyone, but we have a freeze warning tonight! I didn't think anything of the cold when I went to work this morning, but it's supposed to get down to 30* tonight! It will warm up again tomorrow and only get down to 45 tomorrow night, but you might want to bring a jacket especially if you are going to be in Orlando for a few days. Whoooo, that was a surprise tonight! I was at the studios and didn't have any idea this was forecast... oh well, you are forewarned! I'm off to an early bed, talk to you tomorrow,
Renae

[dheller97]

Renae-Sounds like spring! Current temp -10. Get somebody to make a fresh pitcher of lemonade - we'll be there in a couple of days.

[kmc33]

The weather is all relative!! When it went up into the 30s last week, it felt warm after being in the teens. 50s will be balmly. Although, I am hoping for warmer than that!!

Trying to get all the last minute things done!! I think I am going to sleep the entire flight from PIT to MCO!

[kmc33]

2581 and with this post, 2582 -- only 18 more to 2600!

[kmc33]

Oh well, what the heck, I am on a roll so make it 17.

The bad news is... DH's was hit last night; the good news is he wasn't hurt. DH was moving slowly, approaching a light. Out of the corner of his eye, he saw a car coming at him. Thought he was going to get hit in the ribs. But he sped up to try and get out of the way. But, the other car hit DH's rear bumper which spun him around and the front end hit a tree stump. Of course there is never a good time for a car accident, but especially not right now! Anyway, I am glad he is okay. We are ready for a vacation!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[kmc33]

Janice -- good to hear from you. Glad to learn that the procedure went as expected -- does this mean they did or didn't pull out chicken feathers ;)

I will keep you in my prayers. Hope that it turns out to be nothing serious. Sounds like you need a vacation too!

[kmc33]

Only 15 more to go!! Good night everyone :o

[grandma_x2]

well we don't fly in till sat so that makes two you will have to hold the boat for. i spent yesterday getting another kid put on our caben her mom is in hospitel she is trying to go into laber to soon so even if she comes out of hospitel she can't take care of her so insted of us staying home she is comming. aaa and dc l where great big kiss for all the help. then dh comes home with mettel in his eye so at hospitel again and they took it out but it has rust so oprate on it today. i need any drink i can get my hands on. the littel girl is only 15 mounths so we will have fun with two under two well got go clean and pack another bag cheryl:confused:

[jedokids]

Hello everyone -

We are still in the cold!!!! It is supposed to be -9 with the windchill! It is 3:20 am and I can't sleep!!!!

I finally got my DD all packed and its only Wed. night! I am so worried about having everything-- about everyone else having everything-- about getting there-- about everyone else in my group getting there--- I just can't sleep!!! I guess I am really excited now! I thought if I got up and read some posts, I could go back to sleep-- but I think I am more excited!!!

Dorie

[dheller97]

HEY YOU! WE'RE DOWN TO TWO!!


NOOOOOOO, it snowed again! Several inches and still coming down.

[The4OfUs]

Well, I got up at 4:30 am to practice for tomorrow, when we'll be up at 3am...and I'm at work already as I'm leaving at noon...to do the things like pack, which no, we didn't get done yesterday.

I DID find a dress I forgot about for formal night, white and black...I'll match AP if we get that rotation *grin*

My goodness, Kim & Grandma, what a night!! I'm glad that the issues aren't enough to keep you away, I'd be so sad to not meet you after all this!! Last night it was snowing, and although we had expected a storm yesterday morning, it seems no one expected this snow...I have driven through major storms, but last night's commute home was scary. Slippery, with accidents EVERYWHERE, cause they didn't think to treat the roads once the storm turned out to be a non-event!! I saw one into a tree, one into another car, and one flipped on its roof! It's NEW ENGLAND people, how do you FORGET how to drive in snow!!

Anyhow, lots to do today at work and home, but we'll say g'nite later at the very least...

Oh, and just started a WONDERFUL book that I'm bringing along with me, "Wild Swans"...fascinating. I almost missed my stop on the subway this morning, I got so into it! :)

[OKWMEMBER]

We head for Pittsburgh tonight!!!! We got snow last night. Rthree inches in the driveway. I'll post more later.

[dheller97]

dizmomof2-I saw your reply from Shirley on the other post. So, should I call you Jen or TIA? :rotfl:

Got the house driveway cleared and the walks here at the office. Wasn't more than a couple of inches. Now, if the winds just don't pick up, all we'll have to worry about tonight is avoiding the white tail deer on the drive to Sioux Falls.

Have a great day!

[jedokids]

Hey Everyone--
I called & found out the movies on the ship--
Chicago
Lizzy McGuire
Finding Nemo
Pirates of the Caribbean
Spykids
Freaky Friday
Cold Creek Manor
Under the Tuscan Sun
Brother Bear
Haunted Mansion
Calendar Girls
Veronica Gurin

The Only one that I have seen in that list is Under the Tuscan Sun-- good movie but nothing at all like the book!!!

See you all real soon!!
Dorie

[KofPShannon]

Good morning - 31 hrs and 50 minutes!

Kim - sorry to hear about your DH's accident. Hope he's fine and there's only minor damage to your vehicle.

Princess Jilly Bean - college will be sooo much fun. Just remember to do some studying too.

Renae - brrrr! Warm up that Florida air for us cold northerners. We're counting on you. Better throw some more long pants and sweaters into that suitcase everyone.

[The4OfUs]

Thanks for the movie list!! THere's a few on there I want to see, and a few the kids have yet to see, yay!!

2 1/2 more hours of work....eeep!!!

[dheller97]

Thanks for the list, Dorie. There are several there that we haven't seen http://users.pandora.be/eforum/emoticons4u/crazy/195.gif

[kmc33]

I am too wound up too. I feel like I still have a ton to do!!! Stayed up late and got up early this morning. It won't be long now... I just hope I can get everything done in time and still get some sleep tonight!!!!

[kmc33]

Thanks for the movie list, Dorie. I think Calendar Girls looks like it might be funny. DH saw Under the Tuscan Sun on his flight back from Italy last week and said that he thought I would enjoy it.

I can't wait!!!

:jumping1:

[The4OfUs]

Those are two I really want to see, Kim. And Veronica G. - but I love Cate Blanchett, so that's why with that one (that is the one she plays an Irish journalist who gets killed, right?)

[KofPShannon]

Did I miss the movie list? http://users.pandora.be/eforum/emoticons4u/sad/310.gif Drat that speed reading.

"Under the Tuscan Sun" http://users.pandora.be/eforum/emoticons4u/happy/1417.gif is pretty good. The scenery is spectacular. You should see it just for that. DBF and I were in Tuscany about 5 years ago and it IS just as beautiful as it looks in the movie.

OK Grandma Cheryl, we'll hold the boat for you and Dorie. No dawdling, now!

31 hrs and 4 minutes for me!

[jedokids]

HI-
Did I get 2600? I figure I will be talking to myself or only Renae soon!

[The4OfUs]

You did! 2600, wow!! Congrats all, we are a chatterbox kind of bunch, aren't we!! :)

[OKWMEMBER]

AWWWWWRIGHT!!! We made 2600!!! Way to go Jedokids!!! We'll see everybody soon!!!

HADD!!!:wave: :wave2:

[The4OfUs]

There's another DIS family coming along...she posted in the general cruise forum, I think the title was "Finally posting"...I pointed her to this thread, I hope she comes to say hello!!

[Chickenlady]

:hyper:
:Pinkbounc
:bounce:
Get the froofroo drinks lined up!!!!!!!!

The Dr. just called and they are not 100% done with the biopsy results but so far they haven't found any cancer!!!!!! They do want me to have a whole body PET scan, just in case when I get home. What they did find was a major Strep infection. Finally, something that can be fixed!!!!! I start my antibiotics this afternoon and should be feeling better in a day or two. I may be able to do things on the cruise after all!!!!!!

No need for me to wear a nametag or lime green....you'll be able to recognize me by the mile wide grin on my face!!!!!!!!

[The4OfUs]

Oh my GOD, Janice, that's AMAZING, and I just sat here and cried out of sheer happiness for you!!!

How wonderful of your doctor to let you know that much this early, that is a sign of bedside manners, huh?

CONGRATS!!! I can't wait to toast to your continued good health!!

[kmc33]

Janice, that is fabulous!!!! I am so happy for you. And that's great that the doctor was able to give you this news before you left for the cruise!!!

[kmc33]

Yep, Veronic Guerin -- sounds like the same one. The name didn't ring a bell on the movie list. It looks like a good one too. So much to do so little time.

You won't be surprised that it didn't ring a bell when I tell you that the movies that I have seen on that list are Finding Nemo, Brother Bear, and Freaky Friday. Such is life with a 4 year old :rolleyes: I look forward to going with Luke to Disney movies. They are entertaining for adults too and it beats watching a Thomas the Tank Engine video for the gazillionth time! :p

[kmc33]

I knew we could do it!

[The4OfUs]

Originally posted by kmc33
Yep, Veronic Guerin -- sounds like the same one. The name didn't ring a bell on the movie list. It looks like a good one too. So much to do so little time.

You won't be surprised that it didn't ring a bell when I tell you that the movies that I have seen on that list are Finding Nemo, Brother Bear, and Freaky Friday. Such is life with a 4 year old :rolleyes: I look forward to going with Luke to Disney movies. They are entertaining for adults too and it beats watching a Thomas the Tank Engine video for the gazillionth time! :p

Ya know what? You've seen more from that list than I have, I've seen Nemo, and Freaky Friday...and that's IT! We never got to Brother Bear, and the kids and DH saw Haunted Mansion without me...

Maybe we'll have to do a "girls night at the movies"... *grin* Think we can sneak in some Strawberry Daquiris?

[KofPShannon]

Way to go, Janice!!:bounce: http://users.pandora.be/eforum/emoticons4u/happy/604.gif

Looks like that truckload of pixie dust had some results! What terrific news.

[Chickenlady]

Just let me know when and I'll bring a pitcher of drinks!!!!!

I may be watching a movie or two on this cruise......I've been trying to get to see Haunted Mansion...DS (6) loves the ride and has been bugging us to see the movie ever since the ads came out. DH thought that one of us should see it first to make sure it wasn't too scary. DS has figured that it might be playing on the cruise and now is promising "I won't have nightmares...its only a movie...PLEASE".

[dheller97]

WOW!! 2,600 - What a group!! Congratulations, Dorie.

Janice - CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR GREAT NEWS. I am so happy for you. Now there is no doubt you'll have a great time.

Kim, in our family, I'm the 4 year old with Disney movies. I enjoy the classics. HAD to watch Lady & Tramp this past weekend.

OK, Renae - looks like we still got a bunch of rabble rousers in the party room so we won't get everything picked up before we leave this afternoon.

Got to get some work done so I can get out of here later. But, I'll be watching you.......

[The4OfUs]

Originally posted by Chickenlady
Just let me know when and I'll bring a pitcher of drinks!!!!!

I may be watching a movie or two on this cruise......I've been trying to get to see Haunted Mansion...DS (6) loves the ride and has been bugging us to see the movie ever since the ads came out. DH thought that one of us should see it first to make sure it wasn't too scary. DS has figured that it might be playing on the cruise and now is promising "I won't have nightmares...its only a movie...PLEASE".

Ya know, I havent' seen this, but DH told me that there were a few parts that scared even him...and he was surprised. I don't know exactly what tho. We'll have to ask my son, who is my sensitive movie watcher...my DD thinks that movies like Jaws are "stupid and not scary" and prefers things like "Darkness falls" and "The Ring".....so she's not a good barometer with this one!

[Cap]

Janice, wonderful update. Now you can really party down on the cruise.

Team, we're overachieving again. Now that we've crossed the 2600 threshold, maybe we'll even make 2700. Over 10% of the posts on the CruiseMeets forum are from OUR thread.

[dheller97]

Hey, Cap - has it warmed up any there yet?

[KofPShannon]

Hi Cap - How's the 'gator watch today? http://www.techhelpers.net/e4u/animal/1373.gif

Are you warming up that Florida air for us?

[The4OfUs]

*sob*

It's not supposed to snow today. STupid Boston weather. *sigh*

As long as it's not tomorrow morning, I'm happy.

I'm about to leave work to go start on all the things I have to do...but I'll check in later on, before I go to bed in preparation of that alarm going off at 3am...

:earseek:

[Chickenlady]

Bummer about the snow Nikki.

My Mom is driving down from NH today to brother's in Wrentham. She and Best Friend are flying out of PVD tomorrow. Mom had delayed her drive because the snow was supposed to have stopped by now.......hope she's fine.

Think anyone would notice if I had a 3 martini lunch today....prob. not.

[dheller97]

Go for it Janice, http://www.techhelpers.net/e4u/animal/2.gif, and enjoy it http://techhelpers.net/e4u/drink/trink32.gif

And, with that ladies and gents, I'll sign off. Got odds and ends to do and won't get it done sitting here watching the board. Once again, thanks for sharing your time with Cheri and I. We will see you very soon in Florida and reunite our strange little family.

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Be safe, see you soon. http://users.pandora.be/eforum/emoticons4u/happy/042.gif Don't forget the light, Renae. http://users.pandora.be/eforum/emoticons4u/crazy/322.gif

[Juli]

Hey Everyone!

My in-laws were changing over to a cable modem from dial-in yesterday, so I couldn't get online. We went to a really funky tourist attraction yesterday, "Solomon's Castle" in the middle of nowhere. It was a building made up of offset printing plates. Looks like very heavy aluminum foil. The artist made it look like a castle with stained glass windows, etc. It was actually pretty cool. We felt fortunate that the artist jumped in to give us the tour b/c the regular guides had screwed up the scheduling with some large groups.

Nikki- I enjoyed seeing your pictures. I shouldn't be so lazy and get one out there too. Well, I'll have a lime green jacket on Saturday, and we'll head straight to the pool after lunch. See you there!

It is cool here, but no complaints. I've been wearing my jeans and a light fleece in the evenings. You could get away with shorts during the day, but I would still wear a long sleeve shirt with them. Don't worry, the boat is taking us to warmer weather!

My MIL and I are going to a play in Ft. Myers tonight. We have to pick up our rental car tomorrow. I also have to get to the drugstore for some things I forgot. See, the packing never ends.

Big decision today....Do I call and order tuxes for the little guys? DH will have a fit if I do. They said they needed 2 days notice, so I'll think about it some more.

I'll be able to check back in on Friday night so Renae won't be lonely. I'll help you sweep up the floor Renae and make sure the coffe maker is unplugged.

Everyone be safe and enjoy your trip tomorrow. That is part of the fun too!

Juli

[Cap]

We're back in the room at Boardwalk for a bit. To those who have asked, NO - IT HAS NOT WARMED UP. We're having to tough it out at about 55 degrees. It's partly sunny, not much breeze, and we're hoping to see Karyn and Jill later this afternoon

Cap & Judi (ArtistJudi)

[photonut]

I am outta here!!
Looking forward to meeting you on the ship....
See you all on Saturday!!

[dizmomof2]

Yeah!! No snow here! (yet) Let's just hope it stays this way until after we leave on Friday!

Janice- AMAZING news! I can feel your relief from here. All those prayers and pixie dust sure did the trick.

Watching everyone sign out is getting harder and harder. I feel really bad for those of you not leaving until Saturday. (except for Renae who already IS in sunny Florida)
:sunny:

[OKWMEMBER]

Well Ladies and Gentlemen, Boys and Girls, no more Double Digit Dance, no more Single Digit Dance. THIS IS IT!!!:hyper: ::yes::

We'll see you in the parks or on the Magic, folks!!! Safe travels to everyone and the last one to the ship has to buy the first round of boat/umbrella/froo froo/ Hemi Turbo drinks!!!:crazy:

HADD!!!:wave: :wave2:

Your Humble Co-chair and his lovely wife,

[KofPShannon]

Dizmom - I agree with you. It will be getting lonely on these boards. Maybe Florida's holding those warmer temperatures till we get there. :sunny:

All these good-byes are making the trip feel more real. :wave2: I have so much to do tonight to get ready! 26 hrs and 20 minutes till I'm out the door.

Juli - If it were me, I'd save the $170 from the kids' tux rentals and buy souvenirs ::MickeyMo that they don't have to give back when the trip is over. Thanks for helping Renae clean up.

[KofPShannon]

:Pinkbounc :bounce: :Pinkbounc :bounce: :Pinkbounc :bounce:

I just missed a call from my travel agent. I was on another line and I got her voice mail when I called back. :( Do you think it's the upgrade to the Roy O Disney suite? ::MickeyMo Jumpin' Walt'osophat! I've read that some people get these calls 2 days before their trip and it's 2 days!!! Now I won't be able to sleep for sure. (With my luck, she's probably cancelling my travel insurance or something like that.)

[auntrenae]

OK, I admit it, I have no idea where to find this oh so accurate post counter! I had no idea how you were able to see how many posts we had, so somebody please help, so I can give you the official post count when I get on board. As the last to leave, I want to check that before I turn out the lights!

Dean, I'll have some fresh squeezed lemonade when you get here, just call me and I'll toss it over to you at the Hyatt!

time to take a nap, ttfn, Renae

[KofPShannon]

Renae - if you go to the Disney Cruise Line Forum (there should be a link at the top of your screen) and look for our thread, the Who's cruisin' 1/31 started by tiggergirl, you'll see the number of posts. Currently we have 2,627 out of 21,613 total or 12%!!!

[Cap]

Renae,

Go to: The DIS Discussion Forums > Disney Cruise Line > Disney Cruise Line Forum > Cruise Meets >

Look for our "20040131 ~ Cruising Jan 31 2004 Western Who's with us?" thread. There should be two numbers. the first is the number of posts and the second is the number of views.

As of this post, there are 2629 posts and 23291 views.
Hope this helps. See you soon.

Cap


Originally posted by auntrenae
OK, I admit it, I have no idea where to find this oh so accurate post counter! I had no idea how you were able to see how many posts we had, so somebody please help, so I can give you the official post count when I get on board. As the last to leave, I want to check that before I turn out the lights!

Dean, I'll have some fresh squeezed lemonade when you get here, just call me and I'll toss it over to you at the Hyatt!

time to take a nap, ttfn, Renae

[auntrenae]

Hey,

I can't believe it, but we are really having a cold snap! I didn't do it, honest! I think it's all these people coming in from the frozen north bringing it with them.... stop it!!! It's supposed to be a high of 72 on Sat. so it looks like I'd better pack the capris and keep a set of lightweight slacks out. Bummer.

I tried to take a nap but my list kept running through my head, sooooo, I got up and did some more and checked more off. Now, I'd better stay awake or I won't be able to sleep tonight.

Janice, I'm glad you're back with us, the cruise will do wonders for your outlook and we will do our best to make sure that happens.

Karyn, DH decided not to go to MK tonight, so I won't be there with you to see Wishes... sorry! They went to EPCOT instead so they won't be up so late tomorrow night. I'll have to see you with everyone else onboard on Sat.

Renae

[auntrenae]

Janice,

That's so great! Your Dr. has some personality after all! Hooray for you, now you can really party on the cruise!!! We will all want to give you a big hug and a high 5 for this, wow, good news before even getting on, so it's time to relax and have a good time!

Dorie, I will be here till the last, so don't mind talking to just me, I hope we can get you off the ground and down here before they have to bring you out on a Coast Guard cutter. I saw that one time from St. Thomas and it wasn't fun for the people, so tell that pilot to move it!

Hooray for 2600! Renae

[auntrenae]

I've got a system now,

Do one chore, read a page, do another chore, read a page... it seems to be working. Now I'm off to change the sheets...

Anyone wanna come over for HOT lemonade? We'll need it tonight!

Renae

[auntrenae]

Janice,
How does your DS feel about lots of huge spiders? I had nightmares after seeing this movie! I saw it with my boss and co-workers and liked it except for that part. My boss and I just about dug a hole in our seats to get away from that. lol. I thought you might like a warning about that part.

Sheets are changed, now time to find some food to cook that won't make a mess that I will have to clean up! Oh, to be on OUR ship with someone else to cook and clean!!! soon, soon, soon, soon....

Renae

[auntrenae]

Here I am, talking to myself...
Got one more chore to do, then I can rest for the night. Hope everybody got out with no more accidents. Take care, and see you soon!!!

Karyn, Did you like Wishes? I was so busy I didn't even hear them, or maybe they are at 8pm again tonight... I guess I'll know soon....(BOOM BOOM BA BOOM!)

Renae

[jedokids]

Hi ALL-

Well We finally have everyone packed! The suitcases are by the door. Maybe I can sleep tonight but I doubt it!
I AM SO EXCITED!!!
I am so stressed!
I am so nervous about the weather!

someone bring on the umbrella drinks!
the hammocks!
the massages!
the food!

See you all real soon!
Dorie

[Cap]

Judi and I had dinner with Karyn and Jill. Karyn said she is having computer withdrawal.

Posts are very slow for two reasons - most people are either intransit or in packing panic and DisBoards have been down some this afternoon as they move to new servers.

Boardwalk turned on HS Internet for me this afternoon, so I'll probably post again tomorrow and maybe Saturday morning.

It warmed up nicely here this afternoon.

For those of you still reading this thread, Don't forget the bubbles.

[kmc33]

I was wondering if the server crashed. I tried to get on about an hour or so ago to wish 'safe travels' to all leaving in the wee hours of the AM. Now I am afraid they are in bed! Well if any still get on, have a safe trip! I hope the weather holds out for those of you going in the morning. Our flight is at 4:00 pm, I am not sure what that may bring in terms of snow. It's supposed to be very cold with periods of snow in the afternoon. :eek:

Maybe we'll have to do a "girls night at the movies"... *grin* Think we can sneak in some Strawberry Daquiris? That sounds great! :cool:

I should have time to check in Friday morning. As wound up as I am, I might be on in the middle of the night if I can't sleep :tongue:

[dizmomof2]

Okay guys I'm off!

There are so few of us left here it seems so lonley. I've been trying to post here for over four hours but the boards been down. I stayed up this late just to say good-bye to you all. Now don't you feel special! ( okay, so I also wasn't finished packing.:rolleyes: )

I forgot to get to Home Depot to get name tags but I did bring a somewhat lime green t-shirt to board with. I'll see you all on the ship. Be safe.

:sunny:
Jen:wave:

:earsgirl: :earsboy: princess: princess:

[macrhea]

Okay , I'm packed. it's past midnight got to be up in 5 hours. See you all there can't wait to meet you.

[kmc33]

It's getting lonely here!! I wasn't afraid I wouldn't get another chance since the boards were down again this morning. So, this may be it since they could be down again when I check before departing.

Have a safe trip everyone! I am looking forward to meeting all of you!!!

:jumping1: :jumping1: :jumping1:

[Juli]

Hey Kim, Renae, Cap, anyone else out there.....

Here's hoping that everyone got into the air safely this am. For those driving and flying tomorrow am, take it easy. We'll probably cross paths with Cap and Renae on the highway. We are shooting for 6:30am as a departure time. That's giving us lots of time. My FIL says there is construction on I-75 and I-4. Might be worth a look at AAA's web site or a call to the DOT to see if there will be big delays.

Well, even though I'm here in Florida, I'm still a bit hyper. Laundry to do, misc. things to pick up. I'm nervous for all the northern travellers today too!

MIL wants to know if I want to go out to lunch and shopping, or just shopping! Now that's a way to start a vacation!

I'll be back tonight Renae to help you close up shop.

Juli

[KofPShannon]

:( Good morning. I don't feel good. I'm so bummed. I think I have a sinus infection. I'm going to try to get a doctor's appointment before I leave at 4.

Everything's packed and in the car except the people. My flight is at 6:50 tonight.

[Chickenlady]

Renae,


"How does your DS feel about lots of huge spiders? I had nightmares after seeing this movie! I saw it with my boss and co-workers and liked it except for that part. My boss and I just about dug a hole in our seats to get away from that. lol. I thought you might like a warning about that part. "

DS will love that part.....on the other hand, I'll not be happy. I DO NOT LIKE SPIDERS! I worked in a pet store while in college and my all time worst job was feeding the taratulas. I hated those things. It didn't bother me to grab a handful of live crickets but I almost peed my pants just opening the spider cage and dropping them in. The spiders seemed to know I didn't like them....anytime I came near the cage, they would start jumping at the lid.......gross.

Have safe travels everyone....I'll be here until noon.

Can't wait!!!
Janice

[Cap]

Posts have really slowed down. It's partly sunny today in Orlando and in the mid-50's with no breeze. We walked about a mile earlier this AM and found it to be great weather.

Judi's into the last minute what did we forget to pack mode. After lunch we'll go get $ bills for tips, some more batteries, and a few other odds and ends.

See you all tomorrow.

[kmc33]

We will be leaving for the airport soon!!!!!

Barbara - I hope you feel better.

Cap - thanks for the weather update.

See y'all tomorrow! :bounce: :Pinkbounc :bounce: :Pinkbounc

[KofPShannon]

Doctor said it's a sinus infection and I get the 5 day antibiotic pack. That should fix me right up. :p

Nikki - Thanks for answering my question. Sorry it took so long to get it. ;)

The travel agent called yesterday to let me know about the upgrade that I already knew about. Apparently she forgot to link my reservations together. Now they're trying to see if they can upgrade my connecting reservation too. I feel greedy asking for a second one, but I don't want to be 2 floors away from the rest of my family.

I'm leaving here in 2 and a half hours for the airport. :Pinkbounc Hope you all have safe travel. It sure has been fun getting to know you. :tongue:

[Chickenlady]

Wow, going to be a group of us slammin down the antibiotics...we'll be the only ones eating and drinking in Cozumel without worry.

I'm off to the airport....Yippeeee!!!!!

Janice

[KofPShannon]

:Pinkbounc :bounce: :Pinkbounc :bounce: :Pinkbounc :bounce:

I'm leaving on a jet plane!!!

[auntrenae]

Janice,

I don't know if you will get this before we board, but I wanted to offer to tell you when to close your eyes. They are tarantulas, and gross just doesn't cover it!:earseek: :eek: :earseek: Let me know if you want the specific warning... I don't want to mess it up for anyone else who wants to be surprised.

It sure is quiet tonight. I may have to close down this place early if I don't have any takers for lemonade... Hot lemonade! We just took the DIL's over to the MK to watch Wishes in the rain. It was amazing as usual. Even raining you can't beat that show!

see you all tomorrow. We'll be there around 1:30 Renae

[Cap]

Renae,

We shouldn't close down yet. Might even be some of those traveling today who will check in from their hotel this evening.

We just got back from dinner with some friends in Winter Haven. We're now trying to get our act together to get out tomorrow morning.

[Cap]

Team, we've made 2650 as of 10:00 PM the night before the cruise.

[Juli]

Hi Cap, Renae, Janice, Kim, Jen, DizDad...weren't there at least 2 or 3 flying in the am and a few more driving in?

Well, we are almost repacked. I can't believe we are leaving for the ship in the morning!

:wave: :wave: :wave: :wave: :boat: :jumping1: :cool1:

See you all there!

Juli

[Cap]

OK Renae, It's almost time to turn out the lights.

See you soon.

[auntrenae]

Hey everyone, I'm putting the lights out, kissing the kid that's not going, feeding all the pets, stopping the mail, paper and deliveries,
I'm cleaning out the fridge, changing the sheets, locking the house, and I'M OUTTA HERE!!!!!!!!

:jumping1: :jumping1: :jumping1: :jumping1:

Renae

[Verandah Man]

http://www.wdwinfo.com/photopost/data/552/62Magic_in_PC_1-31-04-med.jpg
The Disney Magic docked at Port Canaveral on Saturday morning January 31, 2004

http://www.wdwinfo.com/photopost/data/552/62Magic_pc_1-31-04-med.jpg
The Disney Magic sailing up the Port Canaveral Channel on Saturday January 31, 2004

Sorry, I tried to get the Magic sailing past the Two Palms cam, but it was just to misty out, I could barely even see the ship.

[Cap]

Hey VerandahMan, thanks for posting to our thread. It looks like we're going to be about an hour late docking in Key West today. They're now telling us about 12:30 PM for going ashore.

[Cap]

It's Thursday PM. About time to think about where in the suitcases the winter clothes are packed.

[Verandah Man]

Originally posted by Cap
It's Thursday PM. About time to think about where in the suitcases the winter clothes are packed.


Have a MAGICal day at CC tomorrow!!! You will need those warmer clothes when you return home, that's for sure!!! Sorry, I missed getting any pics of the Magic in Key West last Sunday, blame it on the Super Bowl, LOL!!!

[Cap]

Team, I put up a new thread in the main cruise forum titled "2004-01-31 Western Cruise Afterglow" . This may help some of us to keep in touch after this cruise is done.

Info for our cruise thread - the top five posters were:

Dheller97 (Dean and Cheri) 468 posts. Congratulations Co-Head-Thread

The4ofUs - 341 posts. Nikki - how did you pull ahead of Gary, and so quietly, too?

OKWMEMBER - 291 posts. Thanks for all your work to make this cruise better for the thread posters.

Kabuli1 - 235 posts

KMC33 - 205 posts.

Honorable mention to Cap (me), AuntRenae, Juli, Annie12345, and goofyaboutmickey7.

[OKWMEMBER]

Thanks for the post count, Cap!!! We'll see you on the other thread!

Thanks for the pictures, VerrandaMan!!!:hyper:

[Butterfly2]

We are home and tired, but had a wonderful trip. It was wonderful meeting all of you. Cheri :wave: