12/09/06 Cruise Continued ~ Pirating Bananas DIS Geekorama Part 2 Part 12

[MrsMork]

I'm going to get busy now. I'll be back!

 

[DrHug]

DH update - he's in less pain today... still can't move his thumb from side to side... says it feels like he needs to pop it. I thought it might be disclocated but he said he wouldn't be able to move it at all then... I don't know. he needs to follow up with our family doc next week but with the TG holiday, I don't know if we'll be able to get over to the office...

Immobilize it, Ice it, and take Motrin or Aleve. That's what I was told when I went to the Dr after injuring my wrist after Angie knocked the old, heavy laptop off of the table. I caught it with a left hand, one handed catch, which popped my thumb out and hyperextended my wrist. It is just now starting to feel better, and that was over two years ago. I bought a wrist brace, Iced it, and took an NSAID. Everyone was harping at me to go to the Doctor. So, I went to the Dr. who told me to wear a wrist brace, ice it, and take an NSAID. That cost me 20 bucks!

I saw a cartoon once that had a Pharmacist saying, "Why should I go to the Doctor? I'm a Pharacist".

Anyway, it was a great catch! Pure reflex, because, at the time, I wanted a new laptop, and if it had hit the floor I could have gotten one, because I would have had a great excuse. And I would have been able to go golfing, which I haven't been able to do since.

 

[becka]

Interesting note on DCL's website. When you look at the 360 view of the Cat 11/12 staterooms they are actually showing a 10. The floor plan diagram is correct but the 360 is definitely a Cat 10. Shame on DCL!

Here is the link: http://disneycruise.disney.go.com/d...detail?name=StandardInsideStateroomDetailPage

 

[DrHug]

Did anyone else see the lines forming for the PS3 and Wii? We saw campers at our Target store tonight.... crazy....

Our DGS got his Wii last night. He was 69th in line, but he works at the store. His boss let him off a little early so he could get in line. There were only 75 units for sale there. He said there were about 85 or 6 in line, but the last 10 or so came right as the store was opening for the sale. One guy started cussing at the Store Manager. I cannot believe jerks who show up at the last minute, then get PO'd because they can't get one. ANyway, his store manager is pretty intimidating, because he is so big. He told the guy he didn't appreciate the language and tat he would have to leave, so the guy left. ROTFLOL! The mgr was very nice about it.

DGS told me stories about friends who bought the PS3 who are very angry and dissatisfied with it. One of his friends bought it, with a game, but cannot play it until an update comes out in a couple of weeks, which he has to download. Also, need HDTV, and cannot take games to another unit to play, such as at a friends house. That must mean you can't rent a game to try it out first.??????? I don't know about all of that, but sounds like a raw deal.

I personally, wouldn't stand in line to buy anything. Especially something like that. What a bunch of fans. (Well, maybe I wouold for a special cruise...LOL).

 

[BuzzBoyMom]

I am indeed glad you boys are enjoying yourselves . . .

Are you sure you did not miss the sleepover with your friends at Karen's house last night?

OSU up at half 28-14.

John1

Um....my boys were a little (and I mean a little) better behaved than this!

 

[BuzzBoyMom]

Hey all you December Double Dippers! I don't know how many of you are still around that remember me. My family was booked for this cruise and really looking forward to it when we found out we had a surprise baby on the way. Anyway, I wanted to show you my reason for cancelling. I think he's worth it.

Andrew Lane
Born 11/14/06, 2:23pm
8 lbs 3 oz
21 1/2 inches

I know you will all have a great time on the cruise and maybe one of these days I'll get to meet some of you on the Magic (you're all welcome to cruise with us on the 12/15/07 Western).

He is beautiful!!! Congrats!!

 

[DrHug]

Dr. Hug - hubby is a night owl too.

We probably should get a list going so that you all have some after hours buddies. He will probably be hanging with you guys listening to music or having a beer or rum.

Other night owls?

Sounds great. I like to hang out at Sessions to wind down.

 

[BuzzBoyMom]

I couldn't help myself! You guys all seemed to be agreeing with her and it was wrong! I was starting to twitch!

Well we don't want to make Becka twitch!!

 

[pjpoohbear]

Dr. Hug - can you give us the 101 on sea sickness options?

My MIL says not to worry about it. But I think we should all have something with us in case it is needed. But I don't want to end up sick like PJ.

I understand if you don't feel comfortable posting an answer.

elaine

I am doing gravol ginger this cruise. I did not want any thing that might make me drowsy.

Pj

 

[BuzzBoyMom]

I shipped my box yesterday. It has all of my goodie bags for the kids and the pencils. Tink gifts for my kids. Birthday decorations for my DH. A string of Christmas lights. Also a few other little items. It was 17 pounds and cost $14 something to ship! I am glad that is 17 pounds of stuff I don't need to drag around!

Brandi - you shipped to the warehouse already? I figured I'd do it Friday of next week or early the following...

I'm debating between it getting there too early and gettting lost vs. taking too long to get there and the box not making it.

 

[pjpoohbear]

You mean, Becka and AARON?

Opps, I am really bad with names and do not have my manifest at the hotel with me. I am making a little booklet with family photos and names to have on the ship, lol.

Pj

Hey, at least I got the first letter right, lol. Not bad for me.

Pj

 

[BuzzBoyMom]

I am going to do some more today. I was able to get DS a semi-formal outfit on Friday and it actually fits so it needs to be packed with the other stuff I have thrown in a pile this week. DS looks so nice all dressed up. I got him some navy dress pants with a blue button down shirt and tie. He just looks so handsome and grown up. Of course he did not care for them a whole lot but I told him he had to wear them on the Mickey boat if he wanted to eat lobster. He agreed to that!

For some reason I thought the boys each had a white dress shirt and black dress shoes (they wear brown for church). Well - good thing I had them try them on! Yikes...they grew!!!

 

[BuzzBoyMom]

Childbirth sucks the brain cells right out of you!

Angie - I soooo wish I had button material left!!!

 

[BuzzBoyMom]

woo hooo - caught up.

Have a great day everyone.

 

[DrHug]

Dr. Hug - can you give us the 101 on sea sickness options?

My MIL says not to worry about it. But I think we should all have something with us in case it is needed. But I don't want to end up sick like PJ.

I understand if you don't feel comfortable posting an answer.

elaine

No problem. I think MrsMork already covered it before I even logged on.

ANyway, First you have to keep your stomach full. Not overly stuffed, but just make sure you snack often. This may sound crazy, but I learned this from some sea-wise Merchant Marines who gave me the tip when we boarded the troop ship; my first cruise. It worked. The Stevedores even tossed us some boxes of cookies and crackers to cache away for that purpose. We were lucky to be the first unit aboard, and they were still oading the hold.

Anyway, then Meclizine for adults and kids over 12. This is free on the ship. I don't know if they have anything for thr younger kids. The Dramamine that you buy at the store comes in two forms. Dimenhydrinate, which is okay for kids but makes them very sleepy, and Meclizine, which is more expensive if you buy it that way. Kids should only take meclizine (Brand-Bonine), if their physician okays it. It can cause seizures in susceptible children. Read the warnings, ALWAYS. If they have a severe motion sickness problem, get a prescription, for emergency use, such as Tigan, Compazine, Vistaril, or Phenergan, (Those are all brand names for typing purposes, LOL. Get the generic). One of the best things to use, and it works better than the drugs, sometimes, is Ginger. GingerAle, such as Hansten's, is natural and works best. It also helps in fluid replacement. Also, for adults, one 25mg Meclizine every morning will usually do the trick. If you have a real problem it could take up to 4 a day. Avoid alcohol if yo take more than one every a.m., because it can intensify the effects, as can all of these drugs, and that could be very bad.
I only recommend using 'drugs' as a last resort, or if necessary, but I won't start on that soapbox.

Scuse any typos. LOL. I am not a typist at all. Don't get a chance to do Rx entry on the computer anymore. We leave that up to the Techs.

 

[GoofyforGoofy]

Opps, I am really bad with names and do not have my manifest at the hotel with me. I am making a little booklet with family photos and names to have on the ship, lol.

Pj

Hey, at least I got the first letter right, lol. Not bad for me.

Pj

So, is Aaron, the...ummm... Keeper of the PJ?

 

[klineyqueen]

I am thinking it might be easier if I just buy all new clothes for the cruise!

Now that is a nice idea!!!!

 

[DrHug]

You have been voted off the island....or the cult....or off the boat...

Pick One!

No No, not the island, or the 'boat'.

 

[becka]

So, is Aaron, the...ummm... Keeper of the PJ?

Aaron cannot be the "Keeper of the PJ". He has his hands full being the "Keeper of the Becka". A far scarier and risky job! I am a redhead after all!

 

[klineyqueen]

Just post the rules...

1. Underwear is mandatory. Pajamas are recommended.
2. Hands must remain outside of clothing at all time.
3. etc...

Boy oh boy....I did miss a few things!