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

[dheller97]

OK, please be patient with me. I'm trying to figure out how to add a photo to my post. So far, it's as clear as mud. Here goes.

Dean

 

[OKWMEMBER]

I can see the picture, Dean!!!! I think it works!

Hey, is that our group?!?!?

 

[Cap]

Dean,

The picture looks great to me.

Thanks.

 

[dheller97]

OK, let's give this a go - I know everyone is anxiously awaiting the preview of my lime-green sneakers. And, they are loud enough to speak for themselves:

Dean

 

[goofyaboutmickey7]

I want to be in florida already!~! Arrrggghhhh Randy

 

[The4OfUs]

Ow, my EYES! I just woke up, that's not fair to subject them to such a color this early, look *points to full coffee cup next to mouse* I still haven't had my COFFEE!



Nice sneaks!!

Cap, you asked what Buddy wants next...well yesterday he attempted to eat DS's hermit crabs...pulled the habitat down and tried to open it...plus, we now have to move everything on the fridge to the top 1/3, because he likes to jump up it vertically and grab whatever is in grabbing range - he just ate the photo of the kids and their Senseis from the last karate tournament!

And yes, I'm a fool and have $$ down with the breeder for another...but only because they are such social animals and when my 16 yr old doggie is not here anymore, the 9 mo old will be too lonely...

 

[Kabuli1]

Ooh la la Dean! Them shoes is trez chick! I want a pair just like them. I think we will be able to figure out who you are.

For those of you tracking my Randy's progress across the country, he gutted out 750 miles of horrible snow and ice conditions to get to Coeur d'Alene, ID yesterday. I've seldom heard him sound so tired and miserable. Looks like there are some pretty wretched roads coming up in the next 80 miles or so but after that it clears up. Snow in the Cascades of course! Anyway he's about 350 miles from "home".

Winter storm advisory today. Can you beleive that it go up to 60 here yesterday? Why didn't I have my moving sale then???

Guess what I'm doing today? Packing! YEAH! And preparing to teach tomorrow. Same old, same, old!

Have a great one.

Karyn

 

[OKWMEMBER]

Hey Dean!!! Sweeeeeeeeet! I am so jealous!! The perfect complement to the lime green shirt and hat! Oh yeah, we're gonna see you comin' down the gangway!!!!

Hey Randy, doesn't a Canadian pirate say Arrrggghhh, EH?

HADD!!!

 

[kmc33]

Great shoes, Dean!

Good luck with the packing, Karyn! Sorry to hear that Randy is having miserable conditions for his drive. Is it already turning cold where you are? It's a balmy 63 degrees here, but it's turning sharply by Monday and the high is only supposed to be 15 degrees next Wed.

Hope everyones' New Year is getting off to a good start. With the cruise to look forward to, that's a good start right there!!!

We started a countdown calendar for Luke. He is so exicted each day to pick a new Disney character to put on. It's going to be here before we know it!!!!

 

[goofyaboutmickey7]

Yes Gary, I guess a canadian pirate should be " AArrrggghhh Eh! Randy

 

[Cap]

Dean, the shoes look as though they will be relaxing to the feet, if not to the eye.

The4OfUS - do Dean's shoes look like they would be attractive for Buddy? Maybe Dean will let you have them as Buddy's gift after the cruise.

 

[The4OfUs]

Buddy is not picky in terms of shoes, so far we've lost MANY flip flops, 2 pairs of dressy sandals, penny loafers, sneakers, and even my "duck boots" aren't safe from this little guy!! I'm sure that those lime green sneakers would be very light and airy, sorta like a sorbet for darling buddy...

Just got off the phone w/MIL/TA, who said that she still has yet to get the Palo ressies form, so she called Disney and informed them that she has some horrible clients (us) who keep bugging her about the ressies! They told her she SHOULD have the form already, but took the ressie over the phone, and emailed the Dining Room manager directly with it - so we're a'goin' to Palos on Weds the 4th of Feb at 7pm.

Yay!

Now all I really need is to make ressies in the spa for the couples massage *waggles eyebrows naughty like* And if we want the brunch, I guess....although I should be able to make that early too, huh! Hmm...

 

[mardal]

Hi! Just wanted to let you guys know that we did get our doc's last night! And what to my wondering eyes should appear? but a late Christmas present from the upgrade fairy! We had booked a Cat 11 gty, we received an upgrade to a Cat 8!!! The kids got their postcards from Mickey & Minnie also! They are very excited. We're taking them to the YMCA tonight to practice snorkeling! We look forward to seeing all of you real soon!
Mark

 

[dheller97]

DW says Buddy can have my sneakers now. Wonder what she meant?

Dean

 

[Kabuli1]

Hey Mark, isn't it wonderful to have those docs in hand. That's great news about the upgrade! We've got our fingers crossed that Gary and Gail will get one too. I guess there are people who have gotten upgrades after they've gotten their docs.

Been a quiet day today, guys! I know what's keeping me busy - what about all of you???

Nikki, Buddy is so cute!

The temp is dropping and we have a heavy snow advisory for tonight. I was just over at church asking how much snow we would have to have to cancel my class. Pastor, wasn't very cooperative, so I guess I have to prepare anyway. Sigh.

Have a great evening.

Karyn

 

[dheller97]

Karyn, how did Randy do today? Run into weather again? You probably finished all of your packing today, too - right? What else can you do with the threat of a snow storm?

I mentioned the "P" word (packing) again to DW and didn't get knocked down. So, I think we're about ready to start discussions on what goes, and what does not go.:happy1: Somehow, I think my new shoes will be back in the discussions.

Dean

 

[Kabuli1]

Hi Dean, Randy made it all the way there - the road conditions were the worst he'd ever driven in. Ask Mark, but all the snow and ice are very unusual in western WA. He's exhausted and doesn't want to do it again soon, tho someone has to drive my car out there!

I love your lime green shoes - of course they have to be included.

NO the packing isn't done and the lesson isn't finished and I'm feeling kinda down and alone. Not sure I like being single. Just a dusting of snow so far. Won't be enough to get out of teaching tomorrow. I just found the book I needed - so that's a good thing.

Ok, all, need to step up the posts, this has been too slow. What's everybody doing? Packing? Shopping?

Karyn

 

[Annie12345]

Hi everyone - I just realized I hadn't checked in yet today... spent most of the day taking down Christmas decorations - it's earlier than usual but didn't want to leave them up til next weekend and I won't have time during the week. It is sooo cold here, I can't believe it. I can just hear the Magic calling our names...
HADN (have a disney night)

- Ann

 

[Cap]

Karyn,

You asked what everybody's been doing. I've printed out the excursion info for all four ports, so my wife and our friends can plan what we all want to do.

I also cleared a major item on my December checklist, although a bit late. Finally cleaned out the other half of the garage so I could get my car inside. Judi's has had first priority, but the weather forecast of Snow pushed me over the threshold. It was hard moving the lawn tractor with a flat tire, but now both cars are successfully in the warm garage. However, as of 4:00 AM when I let the dogs out, there is NO snow.

I also just found the picture I want to use on my retirement party thank you notes. They are a bit delinquent, and that's my Sunday afternoon project.

Hope your Sunday lesson goes well. Glad Randy made it ok. You could tell him you'll just wait for Spring to drive your car out.

 

[dheller97]

I've just been laying around this weekend watching "Band of Brothers" and barking out suggestions that DW get started packing. I know, it's a rough life. But doggone it, somebody has to do it!

Dean