2/01/03 Western

[Gina]

Originally posted by BABYJOSIE98
I am looking forward to Fall and Halloween!!! Not SNOW Akterrye!! That would depress me this early in the season. I do like snow,but only at Christmas and then it can leave. Jan and Feb are always the longest ugliest months for us in the Midwest. I think this cruise will be at the perfect time to break up the Winter season.

I was just talking about this with a co-worker, after Terrye was talking about snow... From yall's posts, I realized what a big switch and nice break it must be to go from snow and cold to the cruise!! I would like that drastic change.. I think it would make it even more "wow." Me, I just go from a tropical climate to a more scenic tropical climate. But it does mean I don't have to dig far for the sandals and suntan lotion! LOL!

Michelle, sending some pixie dust your way, that hubby gets some more work lined up very soon!! You must be awful stressed out. Hang in there!!

-gina-

 

[BABYJOSIE98]

Originally posted by micKIM mouse
We are also on Deck 2 with an outside room. I actually chose that deck because we have stayed there two other times and loved it! It is so easy to get to the restaurants, shops, and shows. You don't have to wait for the slow elevators either! Hopefully you will enjoy Deck 2!

Our TA said it was convenient for getting off and on the ship. I think we will be happy with anything. I just new that I atleast wanted a window so we could have some sunlight in the mornings.

GINA,

Thanks for the Pixie dust!!! We can sure use it. Things will be ok.
I tend to freak out too quickly. DH doesn't seem worried and so I am staying calm.

So do you live close to the Gulf in Texas?

 

[Gina]

Originally posted by BABYJOSIE98
So do you live close to the Gulf in Texas?

Yes, it's about 25 miles from my front porch to standing on the seawall in Galveston. I hate the heat with a passion, but I love the ocean more... I can't imagine living someplace where seagulls weren't circling overhead. But the water here is greenish-brown, and not at all pretty, so that's why I love the Caribbean so much! The only really pretty thing about the ocean here is when there is a lot of phosphorous in the water, and the foam kinda glows in the dark when the waves break at night... I've always loved seeing that.

-gina-

 

[BABYJOSIE98]

Gina,

I did not realize how close you were to the beach. I have been to Glaveston and you are right about it not being very pretty. Hey, It is still the beach and you do have the "Seagulls"!!!! When we have Ice and snow I would take the brown waves!!

Still waiting for Southwest!!!! I am impatient! I want that part taken care of.....

 

[akterrye]

Michelle: I'm sorry to hear about hubby's job. Here is some pixie dust for good luck - *~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*

I told him that he better find something cause I am NOT canceling this cruise!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I am staying positive and I think things will be ok. He has some good leads!!

I like your attitude! I'm taking the same one this year...last year, we decided to cancel our cruise and boy did I regret it! Cruise anyway and you, me and Gina will go to the Rockin' Bar D and cry a tear in our beer.

I totally agree about having to live near the ocean. I'm a few blocks away from a beautiful view of the ocean and the mountains. Maybe this weekend I'll take a picture and pass it along to you guys. We have seagulls and eagles overhead all the time. This year, we actually had a hawk move into the neighborhood...that was really cool! (No bears this year, thanks goodness!)

We actually had a hot enough summer where the beaches at the local lakes were packed! Now, if only global warming would speed up a little bit more and we'll be able to have swimming beaches at the ocean!

This will probably be my last post for a least a couple of days...more likely a week. Got dumped on with homework and I'm swamped...and finals are mid-Oct. I promised myself good grades this semester and I'd hate to have to put myself on restriction cuz I didn't live up to my expectations. So, be safe and play nice with others while I'm buried in my books! Gina, you're in charge! LOL

 

[sitchu2]

Hi All,

Michelle, I know the feeling all to well, My husband is also in construction which is seasonal here in NJ, He suppliments the slow season with his CDL, and drives. Thats why we take our major trips during the winter months. Best of luck that a great Job comes his way soon!

I live at the Jersey Shore centrally located. I am approx 5 miles from the atlantic coast. The color here ranges from dark to medium green depending on how sunny it is. (YUCK) I cannot wait to be in those crystal blue waters of the Caribean!!

I just booked the Contemp tower for Valentines weekend,(hubbys dreamed of staying there since childhood) Rates were awful, I hope I can change it to a good AP rate.

Now I just need airfare. So far spirit is the best at 199 but I was hoping to do at least as good as my last trip 187. I like to fly out of Atlantic city. After using AC, I never want to go back to Newark.

Have not had time to look into excursions yet but thats next to airfare on my list.
Take Care Have a great day/week
Felicia

 

[BABYJOSIE98]

Wow,

You are all on the coast!! Guess I am the only one in the middle here!!

Felcia,

I know what you mean about Airfare. I am waiting for Southwest to open up the Schedule past Jan 10. As of right now the rates are $160 roundtrip and that would be perfect!!! Just waiting for my dates.

I know some of us are booked on the 11:15 Capt Marv's Stingray city excursion in the Grand Caymans. You don't have to put any money down to hold a spot. You pay when you get there.

I booked WL on the DC rate for Jan 30 and it is really more than what I want to pay,but I am thinking some discount codes should be coming out soon!!! I just keep watching "mousesavers.com" for new codes.

akterrye,

You better hit the books!! Good luck with your studies and I will take you up on a night at Rockin Bar D and have a drink with you guys!! We deserve it!!!!

Have a good day......

 

[BABYJOSIE98]

Southwest opened up schedule through March.

I booked 3 flights for 8:20 on the 30th and 12:05 on Feb 8. The base fare was $160 per person!! Woo Hoo!! Glad that is taken care of. Guess we are set.....

 

[akterrye]

Nope, no airfare yet...waiting for the huge PFD sale that should start the beginning of October. I'd be happy with $400/pp/rt! Congrats on the GREAT rate, tho! I'm jealous!

So, where is everyone eating dinner the night before the cruise?! I was looking at Dave's site...looks like there are some yummy restaurants near by.

 

[sitchu2]

I am still waiting for an airfare sale too. I hope by Oct. so far the dates stretch to Jan 10th, for the sales, almost there.

We changed our valentine weekend stay to AKL concierge, I feel much happier with that choice. I think that will be more special than a non guarenteed view/ non concierge room at the Contemp.

I have not even thought about dinner, so far the flight I am looking at has me landing at about 530 pm which gets me to the Raddison about 630-730 I guess well just eat there.

Gina: how many more saturdays now??


Take care all!! Felicia

 

[Gina]

Well, the first official day of fall has come and gone, and it's still almost 90 degrees here... I guess the up side of that is that Malibu coladas flow freely for about 10 months out of the year here!

Wow, I hadn't thought about dinner, either... in the interest of saving money though, and because we eat what we like, I just figured we'd go find a McDonald's or something. Has to be one somewhere.

Only 18 more Saturdays, Felicia, can you believe it?? I know I keep going on about how time is flying, but I really really can't believe that somehow September came and went that quickly. It's going to be Halloween so soon!!

I haven't really done anything else cruise-related... still need to get the zipper in my short formal replaced, still ticked off about the whole Mexicali thing, still gazing at the model of the ship on my coffee table and waving to myself in the tiny little porthole of my stateroom. Okay, possibly I need to get out more. LOL!!

Terrye, how are classes going?? Well, I hope! Tyler Dean gets his first-ever "real" report card today... it's a big deal! I'm not sure what subjects they even grade in first grade, but I guess I'll find out.
And hey, where's that picture you promised us?? I'm dying to see what it looks like there... it seems like a foreign country to me.

Well, I'd better get back to work... take care, you guys!

-gina-

 

[akterrye]

Our average daily temps have been 50 - 55 here...night time temps have been anywhere from 29 (yes, it snowed but didn't stick) to tonight’s 45. *sigh* Winter is right around the corner and stepping on the gas. *bleck* The Malibu coladas are still flowing but as of Tuesday, will cost a heck of a lot more (they raised the alcohol tax a LOT). So, now I can't even drink myself silly to forget about winter!

Dave's site has a map showing all kinds of restaurants around the Rad, but it's down at the moment...I'm pretty sure I say a McD's on there. I was thinking about checking out the one Dave recommends...but I can't remember the name of it...he states that local astronauts eat there at times...that would be cool!

Time is flying TOO fast!!! Mid-terms are mid-October and I'm not in any rush to get there.

still gazing at the model of the ship on my coffee table and waving to myself in the tiny little porthole of my stateroom. Okay, possibly I need to get out more. LOL!!

ROTFL!!! Now, THAT is addicted to DCL. Do we have to superglue a plaque on your cabin door - "The Gina & TD Suite?"

Speaking of TD - how were his grades? Dan brought me his grades the same day TD got his. Overall, not too bad for his first semester in middle school. He's learning that NOT turning in your homework REALLY hurts your GPA. Heck, even I know that!

My classes are going....I find myself looking for anything other than homework to do...I even scrubbed the bathroom (my least favorite chore) just to avoid homework. Now, I'm a week behind. I sat myself down and had a serious talk with myself. I promised myself that I would get good grades this semester so I would EARN a two week vacation in Florida. I don't believe myself, but I'm willing to give myself a break and see if I can earn my trust back, because in the past, I've promised myself and then let myself down. Ok, what do you expect for 3:30am?! It's either way too early, or I've studied cost behaviors WAY too much!

I had Eric bring home a digital camera, but it's done nothing but RAIN for the last 5 or 6 days (hm...maybe that's what's driving me nuts...), anyway, as soon as the sun comes back out and I can actually SEE the mountains again, I'll take a few pictures and have Eric convert them into a panoramic for yas. Here's what they look like right now:
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On the airfare front - Alaska Airlines came out with their idea of a *sale*! HA! For $500.00 rt/pp, they will fly us to Miami. We were actually considering this, since we LOVE AKA's service, and even the thought of renting a car to drive up to Orlando from Miami sounded like fun, but I forget why we decided against it...must have something to do with the return trip. We would have to add an additional day just to drive down and catch a flight. Just too much of a hassle....so, we're still waiting...hows that for a long, drawn out explanation?

How is everyone else doing?!?!?

 

[BABYJOSIE98]

I can not even believe that I am having to write this to you all,but here it goes.........

Last week (out of the blue) my husband told me that he did not want to be with me and our DD anymore.

No warning of any kind. I thought our life was wonderful and balanced? I don't know if he is having a mid life crisis our what.
He just says that he is tired of being married and everything that goes with it. He just wants to walk away from all his responsiblities. We have been married 10 years and together 15.
He is 9 years older that me so he already had the younger wife? Anyway he moved out Wednesday and in with some women 15 years older that me!!!! Go figure that one out!! I am so angry!!

So I regret to tell all of you that I had to cancel my cruise. I wanted it to be a family vacation and just can not imagine going alone. I am just so sad and messed up right now and I know that the next few months will be really bad.

The only good thing is that my Aunt and Uncle are booked on the 4 day Wonder cruise for Nov 2. Mom and Dad suggested that I try to go with them. So the TA took care of everything and was able to switch my ressies. What I had payed on our 2-1-03 cruise payed for this 4 day in full for Josie and I. Southwest switched my flights and gave me a credit for DH's to use later.

The way I look at it is atleast I get to still go on a Disney Cruise Plus I will be with Family that loves me and they have a DS the same age as DD.

I really hate this,but I had no choice at this point. I am very upset and angry right now.
My Aunt changed my counter and everything. They are very helpful and supportive.

It has really been fun talking with all of you and I know you guys will have a really great time..... I hate this so much. I had so much planned and set up for this trip.

My DH will soon see what a mistake that he has made,but by then it will be too late!!! I just want to get out of this mess as fast as I can and move on with my life.

Thanks for listening everyone. It has been fun dreaming about my trip. Now my dreams seem to be clouded with not so happy thoughts. I am looking forward to getting away for a week and leaving my trouble behind. I just hope that I can do that...

 

[akterrye]

OMG MICHELLE!!!! I'm SO sorry to hear that. *biggigantichugs* He just doesn't know what he has...if he's smart, he'll wake up, if not, his loss, you deserve better. Thank God you have a loving, supportive family! Please, drop us a line from time to time to let us know how you are doing. I'll think of you and will definately miss you on our cruise. What a major bummer. Make sure you have TWICE the fun on your 4 day to make up for the missed 7 day. If you ever need a shoulder or a hug, you know where to find us...we're just a message board, PM or email away.

All the best to you, Michelle! *yetanotherhugebearhug*

 

[Cyberkashi]

Michelle,

I am so sorry to hear about your situation. We were so looking forward to getting together with you and your family. That is such sad news.

I hope that you are able to quickly find a new positive direction in your life and that this unexpected change turns out to be a blessing to you in the long run. Take good care of yourself and Josie.

-- Jami



P.S. Enjoy your cruise.

 

[sitchu2]

Michelle,

I am so sorry to hear your terrible news. One of my neighbors is going thru the same thing, The husband has moved in with another neighbor. This just happens and its so sad for all involveed.

I wish you peace and strength to get thru this trying time in your life, The 4 day wonder cruise is awsome, I hope you have a ball !

Take care, Felicia

 

[BABYJOSIE98]

I am dealing a bit better,but still don't understand why this is happening???? I finally told DH that I cancelled the cruise,but did not tell him that I am still going with my Aunt and Uncle. I don't think that I will till the day before we leave. He chose to walk away and so it is none of his business what I do now??

One good thing I guess??? He does want to see our DD. Yesterday he came to the house and I could see how much he has missed her. The sad things is that it has only been a week and it is already so painful. I wish that he could just see what a mess that he has left us in. It is so complicated.

I am looking so forward to getting away for a week. Thank goodness I still get to go. 4 days are better than nothing.

Thanks everyone for listening and have a great trip. I will let you guys know how my Wonder trip goes when we get back.

Take care everyone.

Gina,

I hope that you are not getting blown away by the Hurricane!!
Looks pretty scary!
I hope all these storms are done by the time I leave next month.

 

[Gina]

Originally posted by BABYJOSIE98
Gina,

I hope that you are not getting blown away by the Hurricane!!
Looks pretty scary!
I hope all these storms are done by the time I leave next month.

We dodged another bullet here in Texas... and luckily for the people just to the east of us, Lili weakened alot overnight before going ashore this morning. But I was packed and ready to go! Thanks for thinking of me, even with all you're going through right now.

I know you don't understand why everything has happened that has happened... Five years, and I still don't understand. I finally gave up trying to, because I realized I never would and it was dragging me down. And I know you can't see the positives right now, but there are some! I can do what I want, when I want. When TD and I want to go to WDW or anywhere else, we go (finances willing of course.) But I don't have to compromise, and I don't have talk somebody else into doing something. Even on the cruise -- if I wanted to sleep late, I slept late. I went to whatever activities I wanted. At home, the remote is mine whenever I want. If I feel like Lucky Charms for dinner, then it's Lucky Charms for dinner.

Hang in there, hun... you're going to have an incredible time on the Wonder, and you know we'll all be back on the Magic next year -- you and Jo will just come with us then!

-gina-

 

[akterrye]

Eric came home last night and I asked him a question about the cruise and he said, "I don't want to go on the cruise, we should spend the money on something more beneficial to the family." Now, I'm thinking like renovating the kitchen, wood flooring for the upstairs, or something along those lines...but NO!!! "I want to get a new truck." How is that beneficial to the whole family when it's HIS new truck?! He already has a truck and a van!

I asked him to leave the room before I had a complete meltdown. So, tonight he comes home from work and I said, "I want to talk to you about the cruise." He said ok. I told him, that looking forward to this cruise is the ONLY thing that keeps me from getting a really bad case of cabin fever AND it's my graduation present to myself (since I'm paying for most of it ANYway!).

He said, Ok, I guess we'll go. My reply was, "Oh, we're going, alright, with or without you, no ifs, ands, or buts! And, DON'T STRESS ME OUT LIKE THAT AGAIN WHEN I HAVE FINALS NEXT WEEK!!!!!"

He pulled this on me last year and we ended up visiting his relatives in California (I spent most of the time in the hotel studying while he and his friends went to the theme parks - yeah, it was a GREAT vacation - NOT!).

So, it all boils down to, yes, we're going (at least for now). I just had to vent...I feel much better now. Thanks for listening. *sigh*

 

[Gina]

Okay, you guys are making me feel not so bad that I'm single! LOL! Perfect timing... every year this time, I seem to go into my another-depressing-birthday-being-single funk. Bleh.

Terrye, you had better not cancel!!!! WAAAAHHHH!!!! Y'all can't all do this to me... Leave all the men home, who needs 'em?? *grin*

-gina-