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

[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)

 

[OKWMEMBER]

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

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!!!

HADD!!!

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.

All these good-byes are making the trip feel more real. 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 that they don't have to give back when the trip is over. Thanks for helping Renae clean up.

 

[KofPShannon]

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? 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.

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

That sounds great!

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

 

[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. )

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.


Jen

 

[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.