8/17/08 Captain Jack's Repossession Repo Cruise to PC thru TPC #14

[got2travel]

Just skimming through.....finally got the WiFi to work at this motel....DS is literally rolling on the floor laughing over this....he wants this as a door magnet....if anyone is still at home and would be willing to make us one, I'd be grateful. We're in cabin 5013.


We'll be leaving shortly. Decided to take it slow this morning. Will stop at Pinks, then head to our hotel, finally head into the parks shortly after noon I'm guessing.


Realized on the drive that I forgot my Mickey Mail. I do have the contract printed so all I needed was the luggage tags. I'll have to speak with the porters at the terminal and get some. If that's all I've forgotten, then I think I've done quite good.

 

[inkkognito]

Just checking in to get my afternoon's USRDA of Panama Canal Cruise excitement. Safe travels to everyone heading out today! Over here, we're frantically getting things together since we're leaving a day earlier than planned. The excitement keeps ratcheting up...I just can't wait till Sat. when we're airborne and on our way to CA! I probably won't sleep a wink that night in anticipation of seeing the Magic.

Only thing I'm NOT looking forward to is the three hour time change from FL time...ugh.

 

[GoofyontheHiSeas]

Show of hands:

Who has stubbed their toe on a suitcase in the last 72 hours??

 

[got2travel]

I asked this last night, but mistakingly did so during one of those posting competitions... For those aren't taking the pirate bus from Anaheim, is anyone using a private car or taxi? I am wondering the cost. I booked Super Shuttle and it is $60 for the two of us, so, I thought a car or taxi might not be that much more. Also, we wouldn't have to leave at 8 am. I wanted to get to the port close to 10 so that we could get on early and book Palo's brunch and tea if at all possible.
Thanks!!
One more day for us....

Not sure of a typical cost, but I can tell you that non-airport runs do cost more. With the airport runs, they are constantly going back and forth anyway, so they generally charge less.

Maybe call Primetime and get a quote that way you can compare??

 

[got2travel]

DH and I talked about what we would do if one of us got sick and couldn't go. We both insisted we wanted the well person to go. It is hard enough missing a trip because of your own illness, but having your family miss it too because of your illness is really depressing. I vote you go anyway. Keep in touch with your Dad via email so he can experience it through your reports and book another trip on board for everyone to go another time
That's just my opinion though. You're going to be less than happy with either option. Good luck

I agree with this. I think it would be better for your dad's recovery if you go. If you stayed, he would feel really bad and that would slow things down.

 

[Stepht5]

I guess when its the week before your wedding there's no time to DIS?

I bet she's pretty busy about now!!!

This is what I plan on doing as well. I'm going to try and pack today. Am hoping to keep it down to one suite case. Wish me luck!

Penny

I hoping that we all only have 1 suitcase each!!

Show of hands:

Who has stubbed their toe on a suitcase in the last 72 hours??

Including when I got up during the night to potty!

Hi everyone,

Just want to let you know I started a trip report! Follow along if you want to and have enough time! See my signature!

LOOOOVE IT!!!

So my Dad is not going because the doctor is recommending he stay home. My Mom is probably staying home. Although my Dad is still trying to convince her to go. My brother and I have no clue what we are doing.

I want to go, but at the same time feel bad going because my parents will not be there. I just do not know what to do. I know I would have a good time with just my brother, but I do not know what to do. He does not know what to do.

What to do? What to do? What to do? I don't know. I don't know I don't know.

GO GO GO!!!

DH and I talked about what we would do if one of us got sick and couldn't go. We both insisted we wanted the well person to go. It is hard enough missing a trip because of your own illness, but having your family miss it too because of your illness is really depressing. I vote you go anyway. Keep in touch with your Dad via email so he can experience it through your reports and book another trip on board for everyone to go another time
That's just my opinion though. You're going to be less than happy with either option. Good luck

If one of us DIED before Sunday monring the others would still be going!!!

Steph - you have a great looking family! They look like a lot of fun.

Penny

Thank you!!!

Oh did anyone see this?:

Michael Phelps eats 12,000 calories per day
By Chris Chase

10ds & I were talking about that this morning. When dh used to play roller hocky and was skating a couple of nights (a total of probably 7 hrs of skating a week) week....he had to consume at least 3,000 extra calories a day (everyday not just the days he skated) otherwise he would start dropping weight like crazy. And dh was in his late 30's!!!! When he was in his early 20's I can't imagine how many calories a day he would of had to consume!!!

 

[m&m's mom]

I guess when its the week before your wedding there's no time to DIS?

I was thinking the same thing yesterday.

So my Dad is not going because the doctor is recommending he stay home. My Mom is probably staying home. Although my Dad is still trying to convince her to go. My brother and I have no clue what we are doing.

We need to decide soon. Our Aunt is supposed to show up at 2pm to take us to the airport. He is still at work. I have to pack if I am going. Thank goodness Elizabeth is already on vacation. Or she might be knocking at my door.

I want to go, but at the same time feel bad going because my parents will not be there. I just do not know what to do. I know I would have a good time with just my brother, but I do not know what to do. He does not know what to do.

What to do? What to do? What to do? I don't know. I don't know I don't know.

Here are some thoughts:
Will you worry so much about your Dad it will affect your fun?
Would it make your Dad feel worse that he "ruined" everyone's vacation?
Could he get much worse from this or just a nuisance illness?

Just checking in to get my afternoon's USRDA of Panama Canal Cruise excitement. Safe travels to everyone heading out today! Over here, we're frantically getting things together since we're leaving a day earlier than planned. The excitement keeps ratcheting up...I just can't wait till Sat. when we're airborne and on our way to CA! I probably won't sleep a wink that night in anticipation of seeing the Magic.

Only thing I'm NOT looking forward to is the three hour time change from FL time...ugh.

Glad you made the decision to come in a day early.

 

[Stepht5]

Just skimming through.....finally got the WiFi to work at this motel....DS is literally rolling on the floor laughing over this....he wants this as a door magnet....if anyone is still at home and would be willing to make us one, I'd be grateful. We're in cabin 5013.

Monica,

I'm going to day to get more magnet paper. I'll do it -- it is probalby going to be that size though since I can't figure out how to make *fullsize*! LOL!

 

[A Litle Pixie Dust]

So my Dad is not going because the doctor is recommending he stay home. My Mom is probably staying home. Although my Dad is still trying to convince her to go. My brother and I have no clue what we are doing.

We need to decide soon. Our Aunt is supposed to show up at 2pm to take us to the airport. He is still at work. I have to pack if I am going. Thank goodness Elizabeth is already on vacation. Or she might be knocking at my door.

I want to go, but at the same time feel bad going because my parents will not be there. I just do not know what to do. I know I would have a good time with just my brother, but I do not know what to do. He does not know what to do.

What to do? What to do? What to do? I don't know. I don't know I don't know.

I am so sorry he won't be able to go. You need to do whatever you feel the most comfortable doing. If this is something he will feel better soon..you should go! Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.

 

[AndyR]

Show of hands:

Who has stubbed their toe on a suitcase in the last 72 hours??

Not my toe, but I did whack my knee pretty good on the bed (which the suitcases are on).

Andy

 

[tom31b]

I asked this last night, but mistakingly did so during one of those posting competitions... For those aren't taking the pirate bus from Anaheim, is anyone using a private car or taxi? I am wondering the cost. I booked Super Shuttle and it is $60 for the two of us, so, I thought a car or taxi might not be that much more. Also, we wouldn't have to leave at 8 am. I wanted to get to the port close to 10 so that we could get on early and book Palo's brunch and tea if at all possible.
Thanks!!
One more day for us....

We have 4 of us from the DT in San Pedro to Port (about 2 miles) for $50. Don't know if this is helpful

 

[m&m's mom]

Show of hands:

Who has stubbed their toe on a suitcase in the last 72 hours??

The poor housecleaner is used to our house being more challenging than her other houses but.... I felt so sorry for her when she saw my bedroom yesterday. There is maybe 2 square feet that is not covered but that might even be a stretch. I quickly told her I did not need my bedroom cleaned. Poor lady.
The good news is I am paying her the whole time we are gone so that should keep her from throwing in her dust mop.

 

[tom31b]

And the winner is: American Airlines!

Airtran did the same thing with me in June

 

[MagicalPins]

Show of hands:

Who has stubbed their toe on a suitcase in the last 72 hours??

Not me!

I haven't even pulled out my suitcase yet! No problems that way!

 

[lauritagoddess]

( now if you had a cold...........that would be a different story ) Germ phobe

That would be me. My DS started with his cold last week and is on antibiotics for a sinus infection. I started up with the cold last week. Knock wood it's not so bad yet, but I might just blow off work tomorrow because I'm so tired, and I still need to finish packing by tomorrow night.

 

[PMDR59]

Reant--

Sorry to hear your dad is sick
TOUGH decision!!!

I've already told DH if anyting happens to him we are going without LOL if it was the kids different story I couldnt LEAVE them!!!

If its nothing serious with your Dad ..I say go! and enjoy!!!

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We are almost ready to go!!
DH is out getting his haircut.
I had my Pedi this morning and hit the bank

My BIL just called to try and say he is stuck in Jersey and cant make it to get us at 3pm to take us to the airport. (I knew he ws joking but nice try anyway)

unapacked and repacked some last night and this morning. Took out some of the just in case clothes lol I figure if we need to we'll buy stuff.

The final tally is 4 checked bags.....2 suitcases 1 garment bag 1 duffel..........

1 carryon (the small suitcase thingy)
DH's backpack
And my SAK bag (I love this bag---fits soooo much)

Nothing much in those bags though-----the important paperwork, camera, and prescription meds.
Everything else will be checked....now hopefully Delta doesnt lose any luggage.

See yall on Sunday!!! I'll find the pirate gruoup....I just never got around to making my T-sh**ts

 

[Stepht5]

The poor housecleaner is used to our house being more challenging than her other houses but.... I felt so sorry for her when she saw my bedroom yesterday. There is maybe 2 square feet that is not covered but that might even be a stretch. I quickly told her I did not need my bedroom cleaned. Poor lady.
The good news is I am paying her the whole time we are gone so that should keep her from throwing in her dust mop.

When we had someone that did our house....we were the only *family* she cleaned for! All the other days of the week she cleaned for either a single woman (my mom) or older couples (IL's & a couple of their friends) Not only were we a mess but, she had our youngest following her around talking to her the entire time! LOL!
I was so glad when she got another family to clean for but, their kids were gone all day so, it wasn't quite the same.

 

[tom31b]

Show of hands:

Who has stubbed their toe on a suitcase in the last 72 hours??

You working today?

 

[Stepht5]

My BIL just called to try and say he is stuck in Jersey and cant make it to get us at 3pm to take us to the airport. (I knew he ws joking but nice try anyway)

Have a safe flight!!!

 

[Joel110]

Isn't this adjusted to Eastern Daylight Savings Time? Panama is on EST and doesn't do DST, so they would be an hour behind east coast time.

http://www.timeanddate.com/worldclock/city.html?n=192

Your times seem to be right tho

Yeah..I just knew that we were currently an hour ahead of Panama, didn't really pay attention to it being daylight savings time reasons versus thinking it was central time reasons. Someone wanted times for their family on the east coast though, and I think the end result was right.




Leave for the airport in 2-1/2 hours. But have to mow yard first which is creating anxiety for DW because I keep adding stuff to my list.

Look forward to cruising with all of you great people. It's made it so much more fun anticipating the cruise being here sharing for 18+ months. Anyone who hasn't left...have a safe trip out.