05/09/2009 May 9, 2009 7-Night Eastern St Maarten... Watch Out!

[scottie]

Aww..I would love to check for upgrades at the port too..but since we'll be taking DCL transportation..I think we'll be getting there really late.....

If you really want to try for an upgrade you could consider canceling the DCL transfers and hiring a towncar service instead. For four people it may even be cheaper.

 

[scottie]

Let's just all NOT cough on each other...and use basic hygiene!

So is asking someone from the table next to me at dinner if I could share their napkin considered good hygiene??

 

[airtime247]

Hey gang, I had one other possible meet idea. For those who wish to dine in the sit-down restaurants for lunch (Parrot Cay, is it?) on At Sea days, how about picking a time like 1pm and if any Disers want to meet to eat lunch together, they can meet outside the restaurant and then go in together? This is nothing to commit to but just to keep in mind if you are planning on going there around that time for lunch. Just keep an eye out for wristbands in front of the restaurant.

Honestly, we really are leaving soon. I just snuck home early to do all our last minute things.

I had a scare this morning. I went to pack up all of my bathroom things. I was going to put two extra pairs of contacts in our bag when I discovered I was out! I'm due for changing the pair in my eyes as it is so I really sprung a few more grey hairs.

I called the optometrist this morning and he said I've got a really complicated prescription and we can't get it locally for a few days. Fortunately, he is able to ship them directly to Animal Kingdom Lodge to have waiting for us shortly after check-in. I'll be relieved when they get there! I would hate to be to worried to enjoy swimming or snorkeling.

Moral of the story...check all your prescriptions or anything you don't want to have run out while you are there right now!

Okay, now I'm leaving. See you on the Mickey boat! I'll be the guy with the dumb grin, farmer's tan, and foofy girly drink in hand.

-steve

 

[chubbyjen]

If you really want to try for an upgrade you could consider canceling the DCL transfers and hiring a towncar service instead. For four people it may even be cheaper.

Yeah..I was thinking about that, but then again, I believe we're only paying for 2 ppl for DCL transfers since my 2 kids are under 3.

Ahh..it's okay. I'll be fine with a window. Not upgrading will mean more money to spend on other things.

Thanks so much though!

 

[chubbyjen]

I had a scare this morning. I went to pack up all of my bathroom things. I was going to put two extra pairs of contacts in our bag when I discovered I was out! I'm due for changing the pair in my eyes as it is so I really sprung a few more grey hairs.

I called the optometrist this morning and he said I've got a really complicated prescription and we can't get it locally for a few days. Fortunately, he is able to ship them directly to Animal Kingdom Lodge to have waiting for us shortly after check-in. I'll be relieved when they get there! I would hate to be to worried to enjoy swimming or snorkeling.

Moral of the story...check all your prescriptions or anything you don't want to have run out while you are there right now!

Okay, now I'm leaving. See you on the Mickey boat! I'll be the guy with the dumb grin, farmer's tan, and foofy girly drink in hand.

-steve

Thanks for the heads up! I was just thinking the same this morning when I had to change to a new pair of contacts. I would hate having to wear glasses instead of contacts....

 

[YenSid1222]

hand sanitizer....check
extra contacts....check
fish extender stuff....check

I think that is everything I have so far....I guess I need to start doing laundry or I will have to parade around the ship in my underwear

 

[Eeyore77]

In one week I will finally be on the way to WDW to see my grandmother. YEAH!!! I will be on the turnpike right now. I am so ready to go. Just 5 more days of work! Boy this weekend is going to be crazy busy. I hope I survive. LOL

 

[enchantednana]

8 Days and we will be Sailin' on the Magic!!![/SIZE][/COLOR]

:I can't believe we are that close to sailing FINALLYYYYY

Got to double check the fe gifts , just to make sure I have everybody. I'm soooo excited, Thursday night I 'll probably be too excited to sleep. Going to pack a few more things tonight, most of my clothes are ready just have to put them in the suitcase. With having my foot still healing theres a lot of my shoes I can't wear yet oh well thank god for crocs.I keep telling myself it could of been worse, at least I'm still going & boy am I ready for this trip.
Everyone leaving early have a safe & wonderful trip & I'll see you all on the MIKEY BOAT .

Eva

 

[scottie]

hand sanitizer....check
extra contacts....check
fish extender stuff....check

I think that is everything I have so far....I guess I need to start doing laundry or I will have to parade around the ship in my underwear

Well if they have mickeys on them you may be approved by DCL for just such an activity!

 

[chubbyjen]

hand sanitizer....check
extra contacts....check
fish extender stuff....check

I think that is everything I have so far....I guess I need to start doing laundry or I will have to parade around the ship in my underwear

 

[Royfam]

Picked up those 2 new suitcases I wanted from Costco today. I should be 100% ready to go by monday

 

[DisneyMommy1022]

SOOO did anyone happen to see the Red Wing's game last night??!!!!! Like I said before I don't think the Cup will be leaving the D any time soon!!!! Octopus anyone.....

 

[DisneyMommy1022]

8 days and we will be sailin' the magic!!!

 

[scottie]

I knew there was something I was forgetting... Hire a neighborhood kid to mow the grass once while we are gone. With the amount of rain and fertilizer I have applied there is no way it can go 12 days without being mowed!

 

[scottie]

Woot.com is having a deal today on a neon Disney Wall clock. 9.99 plus $5 shipping.
Princess, Incredibles, Toy Story, Pirates of the Caribbean, Mickey Mouse, Little Mermaid, Mator

http://www.woot.com/

 

[Eeyore77]

Wow I am finally making a dent in my traval preps. We still didn't find any homes this weekend. Oh well Maybe we will find one when we get back. I am about start bagging up the FE gifts in a few minutes. I am sooooo glad that I finally have all of that together. LOL...

 

[YenSid1222]

Well if they have mickeys on them you may be approved by DCL for just such an activity!

Hmmmm...

So, as soon as the hot glue has cooled for today's Fish Extender creation, maybe a trip to the Disney Store is in order....I wonder if they carry size double-extra-fat?

I saw that Woot deal late last night (well, technically early this morning) then couldn't decide where I would put a neon clock. I do love me some woot, though.

 

[scottie]

Wow I am finally making a dent in my traval preps. We still didn't find any homes this weekend. Oh well Maybe we will find one when we get back. I am about start bagging up the FE gifts in a few minutes. I am sooooo glad that I finally have all of that together. LOL...

I think we have finally made the bagging stage too. Plan to pack the FE goodies up tomorrow and be done with that part of the trip prep!

I saw that Woot deal late last night (well, technically early this morning) then couldn't decide where I would put a neon clock. I do love me some woot, though.

Same here, couldnt decide where to put one so I am going to pass.

 

[1stime74]

We are all packed and ready to go. Our flight leaves at 0950 and we arrive at 1255, we have the direct flight from Burlington, VT to Orlando on Jetblue.

Look forward to seeing all of you and can't wait to "escape" to our favorite place.

 

[scottie]

We are all packed and ready to go. Our flight leaves at 0950 and we arrive at 1255, we have the direct flight from Burlington, VT to Orlando on Jetblue.

Look forward to seeing all of you and can't wait to "escape" to our favorite place.

So many people arriving in Orlando nice and early before the cruise... have fun!