1/15/2005

[kellimomo3]

Hi Pauline,

That was a photo of my boys getting their surprise. I can't remeber the name of the thread but if you search Christmas surprise, I bet it will come up. "Verandah Man" posted the picture for me as I do not know how to do that, sorry.

The excitement level in our house is VERY high right now. I must say I am anxiously awaiting the kid's return to school tomorrow so I can have some peace. I started organzing our summer stuff this weekend. I had read THE BEST tip on the DCL forum on how to pack. It suggested packing the kids cloths in baggies. I put outfits (shorts, shirts, socks, undies) together in one gallon abggies and labeld them with the boy's names. It takes up way less room in the suitcase and the boys can easily pull them out of the drawers once we unpack and get dressed. With three boys so close in age, they are constantly dressing in each others clothes, especially when my DH gets them dressed. This way, I know they will have on clothes that fit. Anyway, I got so inspired I did the same thing with my bathing suits and tshirts! I'm a believer, the system really works. Because we are going for two weeks I was nervous about how much luggage we would need. We will only be bringing 3 suitcases and one garment bag, granted they are all large bags!!

I hope everyone had a nice New Year's. I am looking forward to meeting you all soon...


Kelli

 

[Houzer]

kellimomo3: Are you doing the Jig yet!!!!!!!! YAHOOO kids are back to school....not that it effects me too much since I work full time.

Well I have a little confession to make if you haven't figured it out already...you know how Annie has a thing about flying well I am just as bad with packing. I know they don't compare but if you knew me you'd get it!!! Don't ask me why I absolutely freak out when I have to pack. You would think I'd have it down to a science with the amount we travel to the cottage but I DON'T!!! I had to call Annie four times yesterday to vent and I only packed half of Teran's cloths and nothing else. Jeff keeps telling me to calm down, take a deap breath and just don't worry about it...I just can't. I don't know if its because I hate it so much or I am so stincken anel about such things. Ugh!! On a lighter note how is everyone else doing with their packing?

Ok now that you all know my phobia I can get on with something nicer! Has everyone booked excursions and what are you doing?
We are taking the stingray snorkel in Grand C. and on Cozumel we are taking the kadimeran and beach party along with Annie's family.

Pauline

 

[kellimomo3]

Yes Pauline, I am dancing the jig!

When the kids got on the bus this morning, I breather a sigh of relief! This gives me the whole week to get it together. Look at my countdown clock!!!!

Packing is not getting to me for this trip and I don't know why. Two weeks away for five people should be a packing nightmare, but I feel pretty on top of it!

I am going to miss chatting with you guys next week. We leave this Saturday and after that I will be in-communicado until we meet on the cruise!!

We have no excursions planned, we will be on our own. In Key West just DH and I will be off the ship to explore. In Grand Cayman, if the weather cooperates, we will all take a cab to Seven Mile Beach and in Cozumel to Paradise Beach.

Happy Packing all...

Kelli

 

[Snow Birds]

We just found this site. We are sailing on 1/15/05, love the cout down clock. I can't believe you guys have been doing this all year! We have 2 sons, 7 & 4. We went last January on the 4 day (land/sea package). We had a great time and we are counting down the days till we leave again to get away from the snow!

 

[kellimomo3]

Hi Snow Birds,

We have boys the same age!! Ours are 4 1/2, 6 1/2 and just turned 8. They will all be in the club. I'm glad you found the sight. We are having a DIS meet on Sunday at 10:00 @ Sessions hope you can join us!!

Kelli


Look at my clock!!!It's freaking me out!!

 

[joycepa]

Hope everyone had a Safe and Happy New Year!!! We just received word that our documents arrived at the TA. We wil pick them up tomorrow. No upgrades for us and we were asssigned 2 rooms on the noisy list :-(
We are in 2128 and 2126. I hope it's not too noisy. I guess it could be worse. Like not even going at all.
We have Captain Marvin's booked for Grand Cayman and are planning to go to Paradise Beach in Cozumel. Although we have been having a mild winter so far it will still be nice to swim and enjoy near 80 degree weather.

Joyce

 

[karebear1]

Joyce- my DH Jim and I are also booked for Captain Marvin's at GC! Which tour did you book?

 

[joycepa]

karebear1,
We are on the early tour at 8:30. I am alittle nervous about the time but I wanted to make sure we had time to shop afterward. I have heard they are pretty good at getting you on a later tour if you're late.
It will be me, DH, DD3, DD12 and my parents.

 

[Houzer]

Joyce: Annie and I have rooms just down from you.

Pauline

 

[DVCkidsMOM]

I finally figured out how to get here. Thought I'd introduce us, even if I'm late in doing so. We'll be joining you fine folks on the 1-15-05 Western cruise - our first ever. We're celebrating our anniversary by cruising rather than our usual parks visit. Yes, we may be nuts to do it, but our children are joining us. DD is 4 and DS is 6. The worst case is we'll have to bribe them to stay in the clubs - doubt we'll need to, but I like to have a "plan B." I hope to be packed for the cruise tomorrow. (I also have to pack for us to join DH on a business trip for the week prior to the cruise - wish me luck and luggage.) Can't wait for our first cruise and to meet you

 

[Steve & Shirley]

Hey Mark... I think we are kinda sold on the carts how long do you guys rent them...and is it something that alot of us are going to do?

Steve

 

[kellimomo3]

Linda,

I am glad you found us!! There are quite a lot of 6-7 year old boys in this group. I don't think your son will have a problem staying in the club!! My boys are getting so excited. I am going to tackle some of the packing today. Hey, is anyone else bringing those two way radios?? It's on my list to bring but now I am wondering if they are really necessary on the ship. The only time I'll be seperated from the kids is when they are in the club, and I am assuming I'll be with DH most of the time.


Kelli

 

[karebear1]

I'm bringing our two ways. Of course, we probably won't need them since it's just my DH and I. But- I bought the Mickey ones on clearance way back in the spring and I have to use 'em! maybe we could use them to talk to each other Kelli! We'll come up with our secret code at the meet on Sunday- ok???

 

[kellimomo3]

Sounds good karebear!!

I ordered my boy's gift pails through The Perfect Gift yesterday. Shirley is so nice and I think the boys will really apprciate having their favorite snacks on hand and the pails and shovels for the beach!!

Kelli



WOULD YOU JUST LOOK AT MY COUNTDOWN!!!!!

 

[mark & sandra]

Hey Mark... I think we are kinda sold on the carts how long do you guys rent them...and is it something that alot of us are going to do?

Steve

Steve there are a few places that rent them. I got a coupon from a street vendor, you'll see many of them, for a free 2 hours. Make sure you get one first. I rented from a location just across from Sloppy Joe's bar. I believe it was 89.00 for 4 hours on the 4 seater. We didn't even use it that long. I believe it's 1/2 that for the 2 seater and 1/2 that for 2 seater for 2 hours. It's a great way to see the sites...Mark

PS.- My kids loved it too. Maybe that's what you can do while watching them.

 

[Meshee]

Welcome DVCKidsMom.... Like kellimomo3 said there are tons of 6 years olds... I also have a DS6 that will be in the kid's club. And Houzer (who is travelling with us) also has a DS6.

Kelli & Karebear....Houzer and I are both bring our two way radios. Maybe we can have a four way conversation... We both have 12 year olds (almost 13) who will be allowed to sign in and out of the club. We thought the radios may come in handy.

 

[Meshee]

Oh my!.... kelli....I just noticed that you only have 3 days left on your counter....You are sooooooo lucky! Have a safe trip and see you at the Dis meet on Sunday on the cruise......

 

[cruiser]

Well my docs finally showed up just a few minutes ago. Quite a wait.. Glad they made it here..

 

[mark & sandra]

Hey cruiser congrats!! I guess this means you're really going!?!?...Mark

 

[cruiser]

Hey cruiser congrats!! I guess this means you're really going!?!?...Mark

Yeah I guess so, although I am not sure I understand why they even have them. It seems like you could sign the contract once you get there and everything else could be done via the web. If they would just send out the luggage tags I bet they could really speed things up a bit.

All that being said, it was a releif to get the docs, it did kind of make it official. Now I am starting to get things packed. My wife will be flying out a few days early to attend a conference in New Orleans so it will only be me and the kids the whole way out there until we all meet up again in Orlando.

We have snow in our forecast, and this part of the world does not do well with snow. I hope it does not stick or things could get really interesting..