2008, 24th/28th Aug - *Double Dipping with the Bahama Mamas* (Part 2)

[Hanover]

Danielle - Have you made any more plans for your SWW getaway ?

The UPS guy just delivered my package vouchers/paperwork for our trip next week. This is the shortest time I've ever booked a trip so I'm glad they came UPS and I got them on time. I don't think I'll get a chance to play mini golf, rent a sea raycer or go to Planet Hollywood though. My friend will be down there for 2 weeks during that time so I'll probably give them to her if she can use them.

As far as our plans, we'll arrive at MCO on 6/13 at 12:20. We'll take ME to Pop Century, check in and go to AK for the parade, safari, dinner and whatever else. Sat/Sun we will be at DHS all day, Monday at MK and Tuesday at Epcot. I pretty much always follow the same itnerary at each park that I've found to work out well with minimal waits. I'm just going to go with the flow and if we need to go back for a nap/swim we'll do that too. I have ADR's already and will just CS at what ever place we happen to feel like eating when we are there. Most likely Cosmic Rays, Pizza Planet and Backlot Express. We'll probably do Sunshine Seasons at Epcot. I want Brennan to get to choose a lot of what rides he'd like to do too. I did decide I'm not telling him about the trip until we get to the airport. I can't wait to see his face! This time I'm going to have Derek film him and NOT erase the tape like he did when we surprised the boys with a cruise in 2006 at the DCL luggage drop off. Brennan's going to be super easy to pack for-- his Nintendo DS, 4 outfits, pj's, swim suits, his jedi robe and a light saber. I'll even stick in his $70 safari outfit he just had to buy in April so he'll get his money's worth. It looks like it's going to be in the 90s with a chance of thunderstorms (like it always is predicted but hardly ever storms) so I'll pack light weight clothing, my camera and ponchos.

 

[LaurieWDW05]

Hi all!

I have been MIA again - sorry about that - SO much going on!

Michele - great pics! Glad to see Yoda there - and the fact that you came home w/money! What are you up to today?? Other than 'back to reality'!!!

Mandy - I SHOULD be on for sailaway tonight! WOO HOO!! The PTA dinner was a lot better than I thought!

Sandy - almost done w/sports?? You said Ian was playing summer ball too, right?

Jen - long time no chat!! I think my trip is like 74 days or something.. I can't believe it is coming so FAST!

Veronica - How is Emily feeling??

Suzanne - you were back going strong for a while - where'd ya go?

Danielle - I SOOOOOOOOO wish I was going to SWW - My kids loved it the two years that we went! I never thought I'd meet anyone who actually went to WDW more than us! LOL

Welcome to our Newbie!! I am Laurie - cruising w/my husband Carmine and two sons Dominic (11 - perfect for your daughter! LOL) and Anthony (9).

Diane - Hello to you too!! How have you been?

Heather -sounds like plans are coming along!!

Betty - Where have you been????????

My day yesterday was horrible - between work, the weather, the rushing for the dinner, and the fact that BELLA ATE MY $200 Coach sunglasses!! UGHHH I wanted to kill her!

I went to court today - thank God that is over! My cousin got the charges against me dismissed, and amended to my sister! So, she'll have the fine to pay and the charges on her record! So, that was good - well, good for ME not HER! LOL

Alright - so, I am at work, trying to figure out which way to turn - lots of crap on my desk - Mom was here earlier and left to head up to Bayonne to catch her ship - lucky lady! I wish I was going someplace!

TTYL!
Laurie

 

[mandymouse]

Made it to Thursday! Looks like it will be a really nice day! Finally! It has been really dreary the past several days!

I told you guys how busy it was getting right? Now add a birthday party for Sarah after her tap recital dress rehearsal on Sat!!! At least she will be too busy to ask me how many more days until we go to Boston!

It sounds like you're as busy as usual Jen, I hope you find some time to chill out soon

The UPS guy just delivered my package vouchers/paperwork for our trip next week. This is the shortest time I've ever booked a trip so I'm glad they came UPS and I got them on time. I don't think I'll get a chance to play mini golf, rent a sea raycer or go to Planet Hollywood though. My friend will be down there for 2 weeks during that time so I'll probably give them to her if she can use them.

I only get to see the UPS guy when my Cruise docs come I think you're going to have a great time

Mandy - I SHOULD be on for sailaway tonight! WOO HOO!! The PTA dinner was a lot better than I thought!

My day yesterday was horrible - between work, the weather, the rushing for the dinner, and the fact that BELLA ATE MY $200 Coach sunglasses!! UGHHH I wanted to kill her!

I went to court today - thank God that is over! My cousin got the charges against me dismissed, and amended to my sister! So, she'll have the fine to pay and the charges on her record! So, that was good - well, good for ME not HER! LOL

Alright - so, I am at work, trying to figure out which way to turn - lots of crap on my desk - Mom was here earlier and left to head up to Bayonne to catch her ship - lucky lady! I wish I was going someplace!

Yay, I'm glad you'll be around to see our ship leave Port Canaveral

I can't believe Bella ate your sunglasses at least your PTA meal went better than you thought it would

That's good that you got the fine sorted out and that your sister is going to have to pay now. Have a good day at work - catch up with you later

 

[LaurieWDW05]

Yay, I'm glad you'll be around to see our ship leave Port Canaveral

I can't believe Bella ate your sunglasses at least your PTA meal went better than you thought it would

That's good that you got the fine sorted out and that your sister is going to have to pay now. Have a good day at work - catch up with you later

mandy - don't kill me, but, can you post the sites for the ship.. I'd love to see her at port today! I have them saved SOMEPLACE - but, my favs at work are different than the ones at home!

I really wanted to kill the dog - but, when Milo was a puppy, he ate right through the power cord for Carmine's laptop, so - I replaced it - SOOOO I told him that HIS dog ate my sunglasses, so HE needs to replace them. And luckily for him, I rec'd a 25% off the Coach store! So, I can save him a few bucks!

I am glad that everything is sorted out too! One less thing to worry about!

What are you up to over there??

 

[Hanover]

Danielle - I SOOOOOOOOO wish I was going to SWW - My kids loved it the two years that we went! I never thought I'd meet anyone who actually went to WDW more than us! LOL


I went to court today - thank God that is over! My cousin got the charges against me dismissed, and amended to my sister! So, she'll have the fine to pay and the charges on her record! So, that was good - well, good for ME not HER! LOL
Laurie

I'm not telling my neighbors I'm going back. They already think we are crazy for going once a year! My neighbor across the street and a few other neighbors were talking once with me about Disney and she said "they'd already done Disney and didn't feel the need to go back." They went to MK for a day and stayed overnight at ASM before driving to the beach. I could stay in Orlando a month and not even see everything. We are always looking for new rides, shows and restaurants to try on each trip. I never get bored with going.

I'm glad all went well with your court case.

BTW I see you tried to PM and I got a few emails saying my box was full and you couldn't send it. I cleaned it out, so it should go through if you try again.

 

[Hanover]

I only get to see the UPS guy when my Cruise docs come I think you're going to have a great time

The guy that came today must be a new college grad or something and was very pleasing to the eyes. I hadn't seen him before---I'll have to do some more on- line orders! My luck, I'll probably get a UPS girl next time!

 

[mandymouse]

No probs Laurie, here's all the websites

Port Canaveral

http://www.portcanaveral.org/webcam.htm

Radisson Webcam

http://www.opusad.com/radissonwebcam/

Cocoa Beach Webcam

http://www.cocoabeachnow.com/port-canaveral-web-cam.php

Two Palms Webcam (ooh, it's 84F and clear - lovely)

http://www.twopalms.com/

Atlantis Webcam (when she's in Nassau)

http://live2.truelook.com/face/sqfa...djust=0.6956522&imagemap.x=597&imagemap.y=261

 

[mandymouse]

I really wanted to kill the dog - but, when Milo was a puppy, he ate right through the power cord for Carmine's laptop, so - I replaced it - SOOOO I told him that HIS dog ate my sunglasses, so HE needs to replace them. And luckily for him, I rec'd a 25% off the Coach store! So, I can save him a few bucks!

I am glad that everything is sorted out too! One less thing to worry about!

What are you up to over there??

At least Carm's got to pay to replace your sunglasses

All is quiet over here. I went to see my friend (Bex's mum, who Kerry is going on holiday with in 3 weeks - lucky girl) at lunchtime, and we had a good laugh talking about holidays and our lovely children

Later we've got Heroes and the start of Big Brother 9 starting at 9pm and the Disney Wonder leaving at 10pm (my time). 'See' you later

The guy that came today must be a new college grad or something and was very pleasing to the eyes. I hadn't seen him before---I'll have to do some more on- line orders! My luck, I'll probably get a UPS girl next time!

 

[LaurieWDW05]

I'm not telling my neighbors I'm going back. They already think we are crazy for going once a year! My neighobr across the street and a few other neighobrs were talking once with me about Disney and she said "they'd already done Disney and didn't feel the need to go back." They went to MK for a day and stayed overnight at ASM before driving to the beach. I could stay in Orlando a month and not even see everything. We are always looking for new rides, shows and restaurants to try on each trip. I never get bored with going.

I'm glad all went well with your court case.

BTW I see you tried to PM and I got a few emails saying my box was full and you couldn't send it. I cleaned it out, so it should go through if you try again.

I just resent the PM! Thanks!

I could never get bored either - last year we were there 3 times.. we were there in Feb, August, and Nov (for my sisters wedding) - when we went in August, we only went to MK for the Pirate party - and we did two water park days, went to the hoop-de-do revue - we were on the DDP - so, we ate all over the place - but, it was a 'different' way to do it - we don't have APs - so, we were saving the days that we had on our 10 day hoppers for the November trip - the August one was a last minute one - airfare was the right price, and DVC always has some kind of option!

Enough rambing - back to work! LOL

No probs Laurie, here's all the websites

Port Canaveral

http://www.portcanaveral.org/webcam.htm

Radisson Webcam

http://www.opusad.com/radissonwebcam/

Cocoa Beach Webcam

http://www.cocoabeachnow.com/port-canaveral-web-cam.php

Two Palms Webcam (ooh, it's 84F and clear - lovely)

http://www.twopalms.com/

Atlantis Webcam (when she's in Nassau)

http://live2.truelook.com/face/sqfa...djust=0.6956522&imagemap.x=597&imagemap.y=261

Thanks AGAIN for the sites Mandy!!

 

[LaurieWDW05]

At least Carm's got to pay to replace your sunglasses

All is quiet over here. I went to see my friend (Bex's mum, who Kerry is going on holiday with in 3 weeks - lucky girl) at lunchtime, and we had a good laugh talking about holidays and our lovely children

Later we've got Heroes and the start of Big Brother 9 starting at 9pm and the Disney Wonder leaving at 10pm (my time). 'See' you later

I TOLD him he is going to pay for them... he hasn't QUITE agreed!!

Sounds like you had a good afternoon ~

See you at sailaway!~

 

[micheleluvsmickey]

Afternoon Ladies,
Sorry about your glasses... Puppy's usually like shoes not glasses...

Mandy, It is amazing that i finally came home with some money this time even with jeff losing all his.

Well i will post back to everyone later...i have to get on aim for sailaway chat...

 

[V4dice]

Welcome Pam & Alana. I'm Veronica and I'm traveling with my DH, DS (6), and DD (2) as well as my MIL, BIL and 2 nieces (12)

Hi Everyone!
Sorry I've been MIA..just been busy. Emily is feeling much better but she has been very attached so doing anything takes lots of time! I have to go pack but I just wanted to say hello. Tom and I are going away alone overnight (for the first time since Emily was born) to the casinos (hope I'm as lucky as Michele) and to Newport, RI (never been there but since there are cute shops and its on the water I think we'll enjoy it). I'm just looking forward to a quiet dinner! I will catch up on Saturday evening when we get back!

Hope everyone is doing well!

 

[mandymouse]

I TOLD him he is going to pay for them... he hasn't QUITE agreed!!

Poor Carm, I don't think he's going to be able to get out of this one

Mandy, It is amazing that i finally came home with some money this time even with jeff losing all his.

Well done Michele, I'm pleased that you had such a good time

Hi Everyone!
Sorry I've been MIA..just been busy. Emily is feeling much better but she has been very attached so doing anything takes lots of time! I have to go pack but I just wanted to say hello. Tom and I are going away alone overnight (for the first time since Emily was born) to the casinos (hope I'm as lucky as Michele) and to Newport, RI (never been there but since there are cute shops and its on the water I think we'll enjoy it). I'm just looking forward to a quiet dinner! I will catch up on Saturday evening when we get back!

Hi Veronica, I hope you have a lovely night away and that you are as lucky as Michele was

Have fun

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Morning Bahama Mama's

I'm in a good mood this morning, as I had my weigh-in and I lost 2 pounds Not sure how I did it this week, but I'll take it anyway

No big plans for today, just grocery shopping and Kerry and her friends will come back here later this morning after college

Are you doing anything nice this weekend ? We haven't got any plans at the moment

Have a lovely day girls and I'll catch you later

 

[LaurieWDW05]

Afternoon Ladies,
Sorry about your glasses... Puppy's usually like shoes not glasses...

Well i will post back to everyone later...i have to get on aim for sailaway chat...

Well - Miss Bella likes to chew ANYTHING... especially MILO! LOL

I was glad we had the gang on for sailaway! It's been so long!!

Hi Everyone!
Sorry I've been MIA..just been busy. Emily is feeling much better but she has been very attached so doing anything takes lots of time! I have to go pack but I just wanted to say hello. Tom and I are going away alone overnight (for the first time since Emily was born) to the casinos (hope I'm as lucky as Michele) and to Newport, RI (never been there but since there are cute shops and its on the water I think we'll enjoy it). I'm just looking forward to a quiet dinner! I will catch up on Saturday evening when we get back!

Hope everyone is doing well!

Veronica - Glad Emily is feeling better!! It was great chatting w/you for that brief time yesterday! One of these days we are going to get it together and have a REAL chat! LOL

And...................... just in case I don't catch you tomorrow!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I hope you have a great night out tonight and a great birthday tomorrow!

Poor Carm, I don't think he's going to be able to get out of this one

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Morning Bahama Mama's

I'm in a good mood this morning, as I had my weigh-in and I lost 2 pounds Not sure how I did it this week, but I'll take it anyway

No big plans for today, just grocery shopping and Kerry and her friends will come back here later this morning after college

Are you doing anything nice this weekend ? We haven't got any plans at the moment

Have a lovely day girls and I'll catch you later

I think you are right Mandy- I'll just run out and get them and use HIS credit card! LOL

WOO HOO on the 2 pounds - you lost it, I FOUND it! LOL Great job!!

You and grocery shopping - seems like you go JUST as much as me!

We have nothing lined up this weekend.. Carm is working, my dad MIGHT stop before he heads back down to SC tomorrow - I think I am going to take the boys to the movies to see the Panda movie - so, that should be good.. seems like the weather is going to be HOT! So, they will probably go swimming and I'll get some sun! Other than that, NOTHING going on here!

Will you be hitting the wine bar tonight??

Where is everyone today???

Laurie

 

[LaurieWDW05]

Oh - I forgot to tell you.. Ant has a birthday party to go to tonight - it's a 'square dance'! LOL This ought to be interesting! LOL It's my friend Heather's daughter - she rented a hall, and got a 'caller' to call the dances, so, it ought to be interesting! A bunch of 3rd graders dancing away!

 

[mandymouse]

Happy Birthday Veronica, Have a great day !!​

Mandy, Paul, Kerry & Becky xx

 

[sarahsmom73]

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Morning Bahama Mama's

I'm in a good mood this morning, as I had my weigh-in and I lost 2 pounds Not sure how I did it this week, but I'll take it anyway

No big plans for today, just grocery shopping and Kerry and her friends will come back here later this morning after college

Are you doing anything nice this weekend ? We haven't got any plans at the moment

Have a lovely day girls and I'll catch you later

Hey Mandy! YIPEEE on the weight loss!!!

I think you are right Mandy- I'll just run out and get them and use HIS credit card! LOL

WOO HOO on the 2 pounds - you lost it, I FOUND it! LOL Great job!!

You and grocery shopping - seems like you go JUST as much as me!

We have nothing lined up this weekend.. Carm is working, my dad MIGHT stop before he heads back down to SC tomorrow - I think I am going to take the boys to the movies to see the Panda movie - so, that should be good.. seems like the weather is going to be HOT! So, they will probably go swimming and I'll get some sun! Other than that, NOTHING going on here!

Will you be hitting the wine bar tonight??

Where is everyone today???

Laurie

Hey Laurie! Did you get the sun glasses yet?

I am around. Sarah's field day got cancelled. I made her do 1/2 day and am picking her up at lunch. I took a personal day so I figured Miss Em and I would go home and veg....

Oh - I forgot to tell you.. Ant has a birthday party to go to tonight - it's a 'square dance'! LOL This ought to be interesting! LOL It's my friend Heather's daughter - she rented a hall, and got a 'caller' to call the dances, so, it ought to be interesting! A bunch of 3rd graders dancing away!

I would love to see that!

 

[mandymouse]

I think you are right Mandy- I'll just run out and get them and use HIS credit card! LOL

WOO HOO on the 2 pounds - you lost it, I FOUND it! LOL Great job!!

You and grocery shopping - seems like you go JUST as much as me!

We have nothing lined up this weekend.. Carm is working, my dad MIGHT stop before he heads back down to SC tomorrow - I think I am going to take the boys to the movies to see the Panda movie - so, that should be good.. seems like the weather is going to be HOT! So, they will probably go swimming and I'll get some sun! Other than that, NOTHING going on here!

Will you be hitting the wine bar tonight??

Where is everyone today???

Morning Laurie. No-one was more surprised than me at my 2lbs weight loss. I had to get off the scales and get back on again to check I hadn't read it wrong. I just hope it wasn't a fluke, and I can at least maintain it for next week

Have fun at the movies over the weekend, it looks like a funny movie

Yes I am hoping that Paul & I will hit the wine bar tonight. My weekend hasn't started properly till I've been there

I know it's quiet again today, everyone must have a life this week

Oh - I forgot to tell you.. Ant has a birthday party to go to tonight - it's a 'square dance'! LOL This ought to be interesting! LOL It's my friend Heather's daughter - she rented a hall, and got a 'caller' to call the dances, so, it ought to be interesting! A bunch of 3rd graders dancing away!

It sounds like the party could be fun Laurie, will you stay and watch them ? I hope he enjoys himself

Have a lovely day

 

[sandym]

Hope you have a great birthday Veronica!

 

[LaurieWDW05]

Hey Laurie! Did you get the sun glasses yet?

I am around. Sarah's field day got cancelled. I made her do 1/2 day and am picking her up at lunch. I took a personal day so I figured Miss Em and I would go home and veg....


I would love to see that!

Nope- not yet!! Maybe this weekend!!

Why was field day cancelled? The weather?? Dominic's is Wednesday, and it is supposed to be 97 degrees - I am supposed to go help - but, I think I MIGHT have to bail on that one! LOL