8/17/08 Captain Jack's Repossession Repo Cruise to PC thru TPC #4

[micmse2003]

well as usual I'm running late for the meet. Should be there n a fee minutes then pictures I promise. Accessing thru my phone so very slow great fwy slow sue to tumbleweed n lanes welcome to the wild west! N the parking structure now almost there!!!

just ordered dinner. We have3 tables. Being a flashlight if ur coming its dark.

We want pictures!!!!!!!!!!!​

 

[goofyforlife]

We want pictures!!!!!!!!!!!​

yeah....what she said....

Well i survived the ST pilgrimage trip today in Baltimore. Turned out to be a really nice day.

Highlight of the day was celebrating Mass in the Basilica with Cardinal Keeler and the Archbishop presiding. We were sitting in the section that was served communion by the archbishop too.... (probably the only time that will happen) i also got to meet the assnt bishop who will be confirming my DD in October.

 

[micmse2003]

Supposedly my BA flight from ORD to LHR on 3/28 will be landing in Terminal 4. but our hop from LHR to Charles DeGaulle will be from T5, so that will be a new experience. (As well as trying to shepherd three children off to Terminal 5 after an eight hour overnight flight.)

If you see a harried American family still wandering around Heathrow when you come next September, stop and say hi.

J.R. Now I am jealous of you!!!! You deserve a great trip!!!

We end up spending about $100 everytime the 4 of us go to dinner & we also tend to visit moderate places like the 99's, Chili's, Macaroni Grill, etc. I think it's because DH & I will purchase a couple of alcoholic beverages & that tends to really hike up our bill. We are thinking of going to see Horton at Chunky's which is a movie theater/pub & we can do our eating & drinking all at one place.

I tell my kids all the time how lucky they are, but I'm not sure they get it. I come from a family of 9 kids & my father worked 2 full time jobs just to put food on the table. A vacation for us consisted of a cottage at a local beach area. I wasn't even on a plane until I was 15 years old. My kids think nothing of hopping on a plane, heading to WDW, traveling on a cruise, etc. I sometimes think we are being way too frivilous, especially since my DH has to work a lot of overtime to pay for our vacations. I just hope my kids look back & really treasure the incredible vacations we've been lucky enough to have as a family.

We always went on DH overtime money to go on vacation. I was 19 before I went on a plane and I paid for it!!!

My children are 38 and 34 and yes.......they talk about all the great family vacations we had. Most were spent going to WDW but several other placees too!!! I look back on my childhood and all my parents did was save to retire!!! I am so glad we lived before we retire!!!

Down in San Diego I'm the first up (and last asleep)... I'm going to let everyone rest for as long as possible - and catch up with my BIL at LL at a cozy pace. No need to hustle this mornin' is how I see it since all 3 girls are recoverin', eh?
Only thing that's got a burr up my shorts this morning is they've got a team out here running leaf blowers right now - and it's sort of anoying me as I think it's nominally disturbing to the girls' rest. Oh well....

I hope everyone is feeling better!!! I think you needed a little rest too!!!

I wound up with antibiotics and an inhaler after my visit to the Dr a week ago. Doing WAY better now. But I was still wiped out by the end of the day all this week. So, be sure to get your rest!

Glad I did - I'm getting over this thing faster than the folks who didn't. That's for sure.

Well, our school auction is tonight. There have been some significant changes to it from the last few years. It'll be interesting to see how much we clear. Past few years we've netted $130K - $160K. But this one is smaller - on the other hand - more competition for few items may not be a bad thing....

In any case, I'm in charge of Check-in and Check-out. Which means I've got to toddle off here pretty soon and get all the computer and credit card equipment set up.
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I think we all need to quit sharing our germs and use Perell (hand sanitizer) before we type.

What in the world did you aution off for that kind of money.

In closing - yes - we may be spoiling them but don't think of them as spoiling - think of it as "expanding their minds - the Disney way!"
Their experiences and memories with the family will go a long way to producing happy memories and fulfilled adults. So yes - I do spoil my kids wholeheartedly - and how else are we going to get them off to college so that they can earn their OWN money for these vacations? if they don't experience - they don't know!

I was told by someone very wise......You never spoil a child.......they are just loved more!!!

Cheryl you would be proud of me. (and congrats on the tag fairy) I went shopping this afternoon and got everything at least 30% off with another 30% off from a coupon...so pretty good for someone who doesn't like to shop. Most of it was for the cruise. Had to get DH a suit (he doesn't like to dress up and his previous suit was too small). Then we got a new garment bag. I got some black dress shoes and a new swim suit.

Still anxiously waiting for pictures from the mini meet. I am really so jealous. It is finally a little warmer here, but it was so foggy this morning I couldn't even see the street from my front porch.

Hope everyong is getting over all the yuckiness that is going around. So far our family has fared pretty well. Knock on wood.

And I went for the interview on Wednesday and it looks like the job is mine. They are going to have to work out the details. They didn't think they would find anyone internally and were expecting it to take 3-4 months so they don't have the job flushed out. For now I am going to work in that office part time and my current office part time. I think this will work best for all concerned. I can see if this is what I really want and they can see if I am what they are looking for. I just hate the drive. This office is a few miles further (25 vs 15 miles) from my home. I live between the 2 offices.

I think you are hooked into our shopalcoholic club!!!! Consdider yourself an official member!!!

Congrats on the job offer!!!

 

[micmse2003]

yeah....what she said....

Well i survived the ST pilgrimage trip today in Baltimore. Turned out to be a really nice day.

Highlight of the day was celebrating Mass in the Basilica with Cardinal Keeler and the Archbishop presiding. We were sitting in the section that was served communion by the archbishop too.... (probably the only time that will happen) i also got to meet the assnt bishop who will be confirming my DD in October.

And you were worried!!! Glad you had great ime with ST.

 

[dahuffy]

Cheryl you would be proud of me. (and congrats on the tag fairy) I went shopping this afternoon and got everything at least 30% off with another 30% off from a coupon...so pretty good for someone who doesn't like to shop. Most of it was for the cruise. Had to get DH a suit (he doesn't like to dress up and his previous suit was too small). Then we got a new garment bag. I got some black dress shoes and a new swim suit.

I went to Penneys and bought a new swim suit today too!. Really hate trying on bathing suits.

 

[arlenesp]

It's 9 pm in DL. Guess we will have to wait a while til they get back to their hotels. I don't think I can stay up that late and still get up for work tomorrow. Getting old bites!!!!!

 

[arlenesp]

I went to Penneys and bought a new swim suit today too!. Really hate trying on bathing suits.

Don't even get me started on trying on Bathing suits

 

[eeyorelvr10]

OMG! That was so much fun. We all had a good time. Todd even got to rock the boat on POC. NOW that folks is something we all have to experience. LOL anyway on our way home will postfrim there soon. Started sprinkling so we left early. TTYSOon

 

[eeyorelvr10]

OMG! That was so much fun. We all had a good time. Todd even got to rock the boat on POC. NOW that folks is something we all have to experience. LOL anyway on our way home will postfrim there soon. Started sprinkling so we left early. TTYSoon.

Getting carsick so gotta go for now

 

[dahuffy]

Don't even get me started on trying on Bathing suits

I did find one that wasn't too horrible. I don't think that I'll be the "Topic of conversation" in the laundry room!

 

[captaincrash]

Living next to a Golf Course,they sometimes start before 7

I would be mighty miffed before 7AM.
Once we had gardeners starting before and I went outside and told tyhem they could not start so early here. ​

O K people, Stace knows to take it easy. Whew scare someone why dontcha.

My DGS cough still doesn't sound any better either so she is taking him for chest xray Monday if he doesn't sound any better.

Where are the pictures of the group at DL????? Come on guys, I am starving for entertainment.

Entertainment ya say?

How 'bout this dancer below?

Hey - the price is RIGHT? Eh?

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[arlenesp]

Nite Crash. Hope the family is getting better.

 

[GoofyontheHiSeas]

OMG! That was so much fun. We all had a good time. Todd even got to rock the boat on POC. NOW that folks is something we all have to experience. LOL anyway on our way home will postfrim there soon. Started sprinkling so we left early. TTYSoon.

Getting carsick so gotta go for now

Glad you made it home safe Laura. It took us about 1:30 to get home. I forgot about the traffic going through Hollywood on a Saturday night.

You all know how we have been talking about TOAL. Well if today is any indication of what this trip is going to be like it will be beyond anyones expectation for a TOAL. We have by far the nicest and fun people in the world. Its late and I will go into more detail tomorrow. But since Cheryl insists on pictures here we go.

This is the morning group of Todd's family, Monica and Trevoy and my two girls on TSI.

 

[GoofyontheHiSeas]

The whole group (21 of us) checking in at Blue Bayou

Todd and his dessert boat, I mean ship and DW Melissa.

 

[GoofyontheHiSeas]

Monica and Trevoy

The three princesses Sarah (AndyR), Lexi (Sarangel), Austyn (mine)

Organizinig on Main St. Andy (AndyR) in the green shirt and DW Susan on the right of Sara.

 

[GoofyontheHiSeas]

Again the 3 princesses or should I say new best friends.

Waiting to have our picture taken in front of the castle

Sara, Mike, Lexi and Destin at the hub.

 

[GoofyontheHiSeas]

The proverbial Dole whip shot for M.

Todd and his pirates crossing the bridge.

Trevoy on TSI.

Austyn and Destin (Todd's DS) on TSI.

 

[GoofyontheHiSeas]

Thats it for now, I am kind of beat. Girls were asleep before we left the parking lot. Laura took a lot of pictures at dinner so we will have to wait for those. Talk to you all in the morning.

 

[eeyorelvr10]

OK guys, sorry about the posts earlier. I was posting from my iphone and getting sick while at it.

OK - here's the gossip from my point of view:

As you know - I got there late. Due to some tumbleweeds that were slowing down the traffice here in lovely, windy SoCal and the lovely 5 fwy. Actually arrived there on time - was in thru the turnstiles exactly at 5:18. I looked at my clock. Got to the BB at 5:30 - managed to say hi to everyone that was there. Must admit I was a bit nervous but was greeted so heartedly by everyone that I felt as if I came home after being gone for a while. It was crowded and we waited a few minutes to be seated but we ended up being seated on a main thorough walkway. We had 3 tables. One for the kids which we ended up sticking the big boys on kiddie duty and you know what? They were ALL FANTASTIC! I really want to say to the parents on here that you all are doing a fantastic job raising your kids. EVERY KID tonight was so respectful and curteous that I was sooo impressed. We are going to have a wonderful cruise!

Anyway, we had 3 tables - one for the kids and 2 adults tables. I managed to post that we had just ordered dinner. Darn! Why did I think of taking a picture of the menu? Anyway, it is a bit expensive - to me - I am not a red meat eater but the most expensive was Filet Mignon - $38 - I think - I think the prime rib was $34. DH had the Prime Rib and I had the pork chop about $29. I had the salad and dh had the gicken gumbo. The "salad" was actually a wedge of salad with bleu cheese on the side, pepperoni cubes and croutons. I had ranch but the other option was sherry vinegerette. So we had interesting conversation and Todd entertained us with magic tricks. I hate magic only because I know its not magic but for the life of me I can't figure it out. Drives me

Anyway, we almost bet Todd a mickey bar to throw a peanut - AKA a roll - to see if he could bonk anyone on the boat ride on the head. Hey - who said the adults had to behave? Anyway, after dinner, we order dessert - the cookie boat was $9. - But it sure was good! And thats saying a lot for me - I don't chocolate sauce or chocolate chip cookies -but Steve and I devoured ours. OH yeah! I ordered the punch which gave me the option of a flashing, blinking Hook or . Guess what I got? -

So then after, we departed and decided to take a wee ride thru - what else? But POC! After all, can't have the Capt not visit his home away from home. So - here comes the Capt and his posse of 21 total. BTW, the boats hold a max of 22 people. We were short one - but then again as the Capt said - we are never short one!

Oh and BTW, just so that anyone knows - DO NOT ENCOURAGE DH - STEVE - he needs no encouragement around you guys! And mind your kids - he is a big kid himself. If the kids are acting up - look for the big kid that has riled them up. That be him!

OK so now - I have no worries - I hoped he would talk and I even caught Chris's dh - Paul and Steve talking so that is a good sign. I'm going to have fun.

Although SOME PEOPLE started in on the RUM and didn't tell others! Had I known - I'd of left 3 hrs early! RUM anyone? But where has all the rum gone? Anyway, dd is asleep and I have to download from pictures from the laptop so its takes a bit longer. But I will post some.

Oh Yeah, tomorrow 3/16 - the WBPC is holding a DL Breakfast meet and thanks to this group - DH is no longer fighting me on meeting people. So this one was a good one for us! I hope it goes as well as this one did. (Although I still think we are much more fun!)


Ok - so here I go to post pictures.

Oh and I forgot to take some pictures although I am under threat not to post a certain picture - which I PERSONALLY WILL NOT POST - but if it ends up here - can't help that!

Bottom line folks - this cruise is going to be AWESOME - oh and yes - we did the rallying call - TAKE WHAT YOU CAN!

No diners answered the Capt's call but the rest of us sure did - I'm sure we got a couple of looks - but who cares! We had some fun!!!!!!

 

[Andrew DEREK UK]

Morning all, happy Sunday, and great pictures, hope you all had a great time.