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

[LaurieWDW05]

LOL, Dr. Who is a TV programme that I have grown up with. It stopped in the 90's (I think) and then was relaunched a few years ago. It's a time travelling show and it's lots of fun. I'm not sure if Sandy downloads it or if it's on BBC America - no doubt she'll let you know

Hey Laurie, don't get down-hearted, you can do it - 2 pounds a week is very do-able. You did well with the Atkins, can't you get back on track with that again ?

I'm going to start my exercise again this week. I need to try and get my legs and stomach toned up, so it looks like sit ups are on the agenda - yuck !!

I fell so far off the Atkins wagon - I did good for a few weeks, but I needed the carbs.. UGHHHHHHHHHH I can try it again and drop a bit (hopefully what I've gained since I've been off! LOL)

Sandy will have to let me know the time and channel and I'll see if we get it here too - I'll check it out!

Exercise I haven't done that in WEEKS, probably MONTHS - I know that would help, but, I need to find the time and energy! Carm is so dedicated, he is down there for 45 mins to an hour every day - ME? I can't find 20 minutes - but, I know I need too.. but, I am at the point now - I won't be skinny by the trip, so why bother!! But, I guess less fat is better, right? UGH - I am rambling here!

I agree, Karen's trip report was brilliant, she even mentions the 'bahama mamas' at the end of it - LOL

OMG, that's the kind of dreams I'm having. I can wake up at 4am wondering if I've bought the suntan lotion Maybe the dream will stop once all your FE stuff is done

My tan is coming along nicely thanks, I just hope this nice weather stays with us

I am going to read her TR again - I looked over the part w/the pics at work the other day, now I need to read it and get all the details! So, she mentions the bahama mamas??? Is she talking about us? LOL

See - we are both going crazy w/the trip stress already! Imagine as it gets closer... but, the dream I had last night was SO real, I was in the cabin in a panic! I need to sort that stuff out ASAP!

What is the temps by you Mandy? We are tipping near 100 for the next couple of days.... thank God the schools have AC!

 

[mandymouse]

Mandy, i will be around for sailaway..with the pirate party ending at 8:30 i hope we don't have to rush to make dinner.

Nice one Michele, I'll catch up with you soon

 

[LaurieWDW05]

O.k. the troops are fed and i have some me time now....

It was kind of boring at the beach with nobody there..

My sunburn is starting to sting now.. i hope it doesn't get any worse before i have to go to work.

Laurie, Why weren't you in the pool? If we had a pool i would never leave it...lol

Mandy, i will be around for sailaway..with the pirate party ending at 8:30 i hope we don't have to rush to make dinner.

Well i have to do a survey or two then i will be on aim

Look at you - all ready for sailaway - kids are fed, and now you are OURS till work time! LOL

I think it would be nice w/no one there - and you accomplished your goal - you got color!! Did you put anything on the burn? Take some advil or something.. I burnt really bad at WDW last year - we had to go to walmart and load up on the aloe gel and stuff... needless to say, I used sunscreen after that! I always make sure the kids have it on, but I am bad about putting it on myself!!

Me and the pool - well, I hate getting my fat butt in a suit - how's that for an answer?? LOL

Do you think they'll let you go to dinner late if the pirate party is early? I am sure a lot of people will be running a bit behind - what are they going to do, make you leave?????

I tried to do a survey today, and the thing froze up - I should try now too! Hey - did you ever get your 'cash-out' - I am still waiting from April 21. I did a 'trouble ticket' today - so, hopefully I'll get some kind of answer!

 

[mandymouse]

I fell so far off the Atkins wagon - I did good for a few weeks, but I needed the carbs.. UGHHHHHHHHHH I can try it again and drop a bit (hopefully what I've gained since I've been off! LOL)

Exercise I haven't done that in WEEKS, probably MONTHS - I know that would help, but, I need to find the time and energy! Carm is so dedicated, he is down there for 45 mins to an hour every day - ME? I can't find 20 minutes - but, I know I need too.. but, I am at the point now - I won't be skinny by the trip, so why bother!! But, I guess less fat is better, right? UGH - I am rambling here!

I am going to read her TR again - I looked over the part w/the pics at work the other day, now I need to read it and get all the details! So, she mentions the bahama mamas??? Is she talking about us? LOL

See - we are both going crazy w/the trip stress already! Imagine as it gets closer... but, the dream I had last night was SO real, I was in the cabin in a panic! I need to sort that stuff out ASAP!

What is the temps by you Mandy? We are tipping near 100 for the next couple of days.... thank God the schools have AC!

Good Luck with getting back on track Laurie. Wow Carm is doing well

Yes Karen mentions us as she is replying to my comment and she says she looks forward to hearing how I get on when I sail with the Bahama Mama's

The temperatures are nice and comfortable over here, just in the high 70's

 

[micheleluvsmickey]

Look at you - all ready for sailaway - kids are fed, and now you are OURS till work time! LOL

I think it would be nice w/no one there - and you accomplished your goal - you got color!! Did you put anything on the burn? Take some advil or something.. I burnt really bad at WDW last year - we had to go to walmart and load up on the aloe gel and stuff... needless to say, I used sunscreen after that! I always make sure the kids have it on, but I am bad about putting it on myself!!

Me and the pool - well, I hate getting my fat butt in a suit - how's that for an answer?? LOL

Do you think they'll let you go to dinner late if the pirate party is early? I am sure a lot of people will be running a bit behind - what are they going to do, make you leave?????

I tried to do a survey today, and the thing froze up - I should try now too! Hey - did you ever get your 'cash-out' - I am still waiting from April 21. I did a 'trouble ticket' today - so, hopefully I'll get some kind of answer!

LOL...if i can put my fat butt in a suit in public then you can certainly put one on in your own yard...lol..and yes i put some gel stuff on but it's not helping it hurts like hell now... i never put sunscreen on anything but my face..i have to burn to get a tan or else i stay white.

I got my disney gc last friday it took three weeks this time it usually only takes 2 weeks. I am up to 125 now for the cruise...

 

[LaurieWDW05]

Good Luck with getting back on track Laurie. Wow Carm is doing well

Yes Karen mentions us as she is replying to my comment and she says she looks forward to hearing how I get on when I sail with the Bahama Mama's

The temperatures are nice and comfortable over here, just in the high 70's

So cool that she mentions 'us'! LOL

I wish it was only high 70s here! That is MY kind of weather!! It seems like we skipped spring and went straight to summer over here!

LOL...if i can put my fat butt in a suit in public then you can certainly put one on in your own yard...lol..and yes i put some gel stuff on but it's not helping it hurts like hell now... i never put sunscreen on anything but my face..i have to burn to get a tan or else i stay white.

I got my disney gc last friday it took three weeks this time it usually only takes 2 weeks. I am up to 125 now for the cruise...

OMG - you are too funny! I guess I can squeeze into a suit! LOL

You should try a bit of sunscreen next time - even a low number. I learned my lesson last year w/the burn I got! UGH

See, you got yours - where is mine??????? I think I'll only have $75 for this trip. I had $75 last time too! I think I have an OBC of $100 - so, that is pretty good too! I like 'free' money!

Have fun at work!
Laurie

 

[kobesam]

Okay I give up, its' hailing and snowing here right now. I think I'm going to live vicariously through you guys and pretend there is such a thing as summer, because it's sure not happening here!!!

 

[sarahsmom73]

Hi Guys

We made it!!!! It is hotter than hot here! I AM NOT COMPLAINING!!!!

It was 97 when we got here and I have no doubt it was over 100 when we walked to quincy market for dinner. We took a cab back to the hotel.. Tomorrow is supposed to be warmer

At the Lenox they upgraded us to a deluxe room which is HUGE.. Not only that we walked it and the girls were given Lenox lions.. Then we got to our room and there was a a bouquet of Get Well Soon Balloons and a Boston Red Sox Dog, a basket of snacks books and toys and a hand written card for us! All I had requested was a room with 2 beds..UNBELIEVEABLE!!!!.


My Mom and Sarah are headed to the Build a Bear shop while we are at the hospital. I think Sarah and Mark may do an IMAX movie tomorrow night at the Science Museum...

Em is sound asleep and Sarah is on her way. As much as I hate we have to go through all of this for Emma, Sarah is having a great time and we are all pretty relaxed. Hopefully we wall be relaxed after our appointments tomorrow..

I'll update tomorrow after the hospital

 

[LaurieWDW05]

Okay I give up, its' hailing and snowing here right now. I think I'm going to live vicariously through you guys and pretend there is such a thing as summer, because it's sure not happening here!!!

OK - something is wrong w/that picture!!!! SNOW????????? OMG!!!

Hi Guys

We made it!!!! It is hotter than hot here! I AM NOT COMPLAINING!!!!

It was 97 when we got here and I have no doubt it was over 100 when we walked to quincy market for dinner. We took a cab back to the hotel.. Tomorrow is supposed to be warmer

At the Lenox they upgraded us to a deluxe room which is HUGE.. Not only that we walked it and the girls were given Lenox lions.. Then we got to our room and there was a a bouquet of Get Well Soon Balloons and a Boston Red Sox Dog, a basket of snacks books and toys and a hand written card for us! All I had requested was a room with 2 beds..UNBELIEVEABLE!!!!.


My Mom and Sarah are headed to the Build a Bear shop while we are at the hospital. I think Sarah and Mark may do an IMAX movie tomorrow night at the Science Museum...

Em is sound asleep and Sarah is on her way. As much as I hate we have to go through all of this for Emma, Sarah is having a great time and we are all pretty relaxed. Hopefully we wall be relaxed after our appointments tomorrow..

I'll update tomorrow after the hospital

I got your email - and was going to post it here - but, I see you've checked in too!!

I am glad all is well there! I will be looking forward to the update!

I am off to bed - it's going to be a LONG week here!! I'll check in tomorrow girls!

Have a great night!
Laurie

 

[suzannef]

Jen
I'm so glad you made it to Boston ok and they are treating you all so wonderfully Please keep us updated and let us know how you are all doing and especially if they come up with any ideas for Em.

 

[suzannef]

Hi everyone sorry i have been so scarce. Finding time on the computer may be difficult until school is done on the 25th. I do try to get on and check up on our thread every chance I get. I miss chatting with you all. It will be nice to have the summer off and really get excited about our cruise with all of you!!
Sandy I looked in 3 targets and couldn't find Tori's suit but I see that Laurie did so phew, I was feeling bad I couldn't find it. I can't believe how picked over the bathing suits are already and it's not even summer

It does feel like summer though, yesterday was 93 and we had an all day lacrosse tournament Angelina had 4 games and haley had 2. It was a long day. We had a birthday to go to today and tomorrow is the 4th grade concert at 7pm. Haley's school has no air so I really don't know how they can have the concert when it is going to be 95 degrees. I guess we'll see.
I can't complain abput the heat though because we have 8 months of bad weather so I'll take 95 any day Thank God for air conditioning and the pool though

I missed Veronica's birthday too so happy belated birthday Veronica I hope you had a great time on your get away!!!

I hope to be able to catch up again on Tuesday unless the concert is canceled tomorrow. I worked all 5 days last week but I am NOT subbing Tues and Thurs this week. Have a great Monday everyone and stay cool. Sandra I am hoping some of this heat finds it's way to you

 

[kobesam]

Population: 10,985 Elevation: 34 m (112 ft.) Average July Temperature: 13ºC (55ºF) Average January Temperature: 1ºC (34ºF) Annual Rainfall: 241 cm (95 in.) Annual Snowfall: 143 cm (56 in.)

Hey guys this is the info for Prince Rupert (where I live) Pretty pathetic isn't it?
So when your sweating in 97F, think of me sitting here in the rain and freezing my butt off in June. Yes I'm looking for sympathy because I am really getting sick of all this rain!!!

 

[phoenixphantom]

Population: 10,985 Elevation: 34 m (112 ft.) Average July Temperature: 13ºC (55ºF) Average January Temperature: 1ºC (34ºF) Annual Rainfall: 241 cm (95 in.) Annual Snowfall: 143 cm (56 in.)

Hey guys this is the info for Prince Rupert (where I live) Pretty pathetic isn't it?
So when your sweating in 97F, think of me sitting here in the rain and freezing my butt off in June. Yes I'm looking for sympathy because I am really getting sick of all this rain!!!

I googled Prince Rupert since I didn't know where it was, The title of the page says " Prince Rupert - Where Canada's Wilderness Begins" Sounds beautiful now, but I don't think I could lie there. We are in the middle of the heat wave it was at least 97 yesterday and today. Tomorrow the heat index is supposed to go over 100+ degrees so they have already decided to close school early. Sami is scheduled to have field day, not sure what they will do. Becca has PT at 1pm so I was already going to take her out early. I wonder if they will call school early on Tuesday also. This is the last week of school. Becca has "Y" day where the whole 6th grade goes to the YMCA for the day, I hope it does not get cancelled. We spent the day there yesterday and today, thank god the casts are off!!

Tomorrow night is the choir banquet then Tuesday morning Becca is gettind some kind of award in 6th grade, don't know what. Gym meeting Tues night, choir picnic Wed night. I have been busy doing my research to start home schooling. It is cool there are so many resources, it is hard to chose which one! It is also pretty scary until I look at what they do in public school and know I can't do any worse!

No takers for the snorkling?

I hope Em and Keegan are doing OK!!!

Happy late birthday Veronica!!
Diane

 

[micheleluvsmickey]

Okay I give up, its' hailing and snowing here right now. I think I'm going to live vicariously through you guys and pretend there is such a thing as summer, because it's sure not happening here!!!

OMG hailing and snowing...that really stinks.

Hi Guys

We made it!!!! It is hotter than hot here! I AM NOT COMPLAINING!!!!

It was 97 when we got here and I have no doubt it was over 100 when we walked to quincy market for dinner. We took a cab back to the hotel.. Tomorrow is supposed to be warmer

At the Lenox they upgraded us to a deluxe room which is HUGE.. Not only that we walked it and the girls were given Lenox lions.. Then we got to our room and there was a a bouquet of Get Well Soon Balloons and a Boston Red Sox Dog, a basket of snacks books and toys and a hand written card for us! All I had requested was a room with 2 beds..UNBELIEVEABLE!!!!.


My Mom and Sarah are headed to the Build a Bear shop while we are at the hospital. I think Sarah and Mark may do an IMAX movie tomorrow night at the Science Museum...

Em is sound asleep and Sarah is on her way. As much as I hate we have to go through all of this for Emma, Sarah is having a great time and we are all pretty relaxed. Hopefully we wall be relaxed after our appointments tomorrow..

I'll update tomorrow after the hospital

That is so cool u got all those extras...i am glad sarah is having a good time and i hope they figure some things out with em.

Well ladies, Work was long and busy as all heck. Mandy, laurie remember when i told u about that lady being nice and buying the cigarettes for me at the reservation well guess what....She totally flipped out on me tonight..screeching about how the whole store things that her and sharon are lesbains...lol and it is all my fault... They are best friends and do everything together even feed each other.. so if the store thinks they are lesbians ..what the heck does that have to do with me..lol..She is nuts..granted the store does think that they are but i didn't start the rumor..i only passed it along... So i am off to bed now..Morning MandyHope u have a great day

 

[mandymouse]

So cool that she mentions 'us'! LOL

I wish it was only high 70s here! That is MY kind of weather!! It seems like we skipped spring and went straight to summer over here!

Yay!! The Bahama Mama's are famous

I agree, the high 70's is more than enough, especially as your average house doesn't have aircon over here. Not that I complain about the wonderful temps in Florida, I just wouldn't want the 90's + over here

Okay I give up, its' hailing and snowing here right now. I think I'm going to live vicariously through you guys and pretend there is such a thing as summer, because it's sure not happening here!!!

OMG Sandra !! I'd be depressed if it was snowing in June. I think you deserve a heatwave over there too

Hi Guys

We made it!!!! It is hotter than hot here! I AM NOT COMPLAINING!!!!

It was 97 when we got here and I have no doubt it was over 100 when we walked to quincy market for dinner. We took a cab back to the hotel.. Tomorrow is supposed to be warmer

At the Lenox they upgraded us to a deluxe room which is HUGE.. Not only that we walked it and the girls were given Lenox lions.. Then we got to our room and there was a a bouquet of Get Well Soon Balloons and a Boston Red Sox Dog, a basket of snacks books and toys and a hand written card for us! All I had requested was a room with 2 beds..UNBELIEVEABLE!!!!.

Hey Jen, I'm so pleased that you arrived safely and that the hotel are looking after you

Good Luck with Em's appointments, and I hope you all have fun too

Hi everyone sorry i have been so scarce. Finding time on the computer may be difficult until school is done on the 25th. I do try to get on and check up on our thread every chance I get. I miss chatting with you all. It will be nice to have the summer off and really get excited about our cruise with all of you!!

Hi Suzanne, I look forward to chatting more with you. Roll on the 25th

Population: 10,985 Elevation: 34 m (112 ft.) Average July Temperature: 13ºC (55ºF) Average January Temperature: 1ºC (34ºF) Annual Rainfall: 241 cm (95 in.) Annual Snowfall: 143 cm (56 in.)

Average July Temp 13C No wonder you can't wait to get to Florida, you need to be warmed up

Tomorrow night is the choir banquet then Tuesday morning Becca is gettind some kind of award in 6th grade, don't know what. Gym meeting Tues night, choir picnic Wed night. I have been busy doing my research to start home schooling. It is cool there are so many resources, it is hard to chose which one! It is also pretty scary until I look at what they do in public school and know I can't do any worse!

Diane - I hope the kids enjoy their last week at school, enjoy those high temperatures too

Well ladies, Work was long and busy as all heck. Mandy, laurie remember when i told u about that lady being nice and buying the cigarettes for me at the reservation well guess what....She totally flipped out on me tonight..screeching about how the whole store things that her and sharon are lesbains...lol and it is all my fault... They are best friends and do everything together even feed each other.. so if the store thinks they are lesbians ..what the heck does that have to do with me..lol..She is nuts..granted the store does think that they are but i didn't start the rumor..i only passed it along... So i am off to bed now..Morning MandyHope u have a great day

LOL, I thought it was too good to be true that she was being nice to you Michele. Is she working tonight as well ?

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Good Morning Bahama Mama's

It another lovely morning over here. I'm not doing anything exciting today, just taking my mum to town, then getting a few groceries on the way home (yippee !! ). All being well, I'll be lying in the garden and enjoying the sun by lunchtime

I hope you all have a great day too Keep cool

 

[Hanover]

It's so nice to be up and not having to rush the kids out the door to their busses!

We had a busy weekend. Keegan had a baseball game Friday night, a game Saturday and all star practice Saturday night. It was so hot during the game on Saturday, one of the opposing team's players got heat exhaustion and had to be taken off the field in a van. The bank a block from the field said it was 102 degrees. We took some of Keegan's teammates back to swim until all star practice. Brennan also had all star practice that night so we were outside most of the day. I covered all of us in 50 SPF sunscreen and I was the only one to burn in an inch strip where I missed my left shoulder. I was under an umbrella too. Keegan's chest was fine and I think the medication has helped him. His toe is healing well too. Luckily we had all of yesterday off to do what we wanted all day! We had to do a bunch of errands and went to Dick's, Toys r Us, Target, BJ's and ate at the Olive Garden. We came home and went swimming. Keegan had a friend spend the night and they are still sleeping.

We plan on doing nothing but laundry and relaxing all day until Keegan's game tonight. This is their last week of regular games and they start play offs next week. He will have 5 more all star tournaments through August.


The secrecy about our trip to SWW is going well. I showed Brennan a youtube video of a SWW parade from this past weekend and he got tears in his eyes and told me he wished we could have gone in June instead of April. It was hard not to blurt it out right then. I decided to write a little note in a Mickey card I bought him and have him read it right before we get to the airport. I've managed to pack most of our stuff. It's hard to believe we'll be back in 4 days. I wish I had more DisneyVisa $ but I'm down to $21. We had over 400 in April. We charge every single thing we can on that and American Express, where we get 2% back in cash.

Jen, I hope all goes well with Em in Boston and you get more answers. Keep us updated!

Michele, I hope your burn has subsided.

Good morning to everyone else!

 

[micheleluvsmickey]

Morning ladies, Mandy i hope you enjoy your day in the sun today I am paying for mine today. Jeff went to hug me goodbye this morning and when he touched my back i almost punched him it hurt so much...lol..i controlled the urge though. Laurie is working tonight..woohoo..so i guess we can battle some more... .

Danielle, I don't know how you can keep the secret...i would be bursting to tell... You have much more self control than me...lol.

Well my day is going to be boring ..nothing but laundry and cleaning pet cages..woohoo.
I will check in later.

 

[xoxheather420oxo]

Hi All,

Hope everyone had a great weekend. I was sick for most of it so I got to stay in the air conditioning instead of being out in this 90 degree heatwave that we have been having...Didn't even get to go for my dress fitting :*(

 

[Hanover]

I just got our ME luggage tags!!! I'm so glad because I was beginning to think I might have to make my own out of card stock! I can now just do our luggage through ME and head to the parks after checking in at Pop (Derek got the door so I'm not sure if it was the hot UPS guy again...)

Michele, I hope you sun burn heals up. I had sun poisioning once from getting so burned and it's not fun. If you can get solarcane spray (sp?) that helps temporarily.

Trust me, it's been hard to keep it from Brennan, but it will be worth it on Friday when I see his little face light up. We kept our May 2006 cruise from the boys right up until we got to the luggage drop off in Port Canaveral. We kept that for 14 months!

 

[Hanover]

Hi All,

Hope everyone had a great weekend. I was sick for most of it so I got to stay in the air conditioning instead of being out in this 90 degree heatwave that we have been having...Didn't even get to go for my dress fitting :*(

I hope you are feeling better today!