8/17/08 Captain Jack's Repossession Repo Cruise to PC thru TPC #9

[KSDisneyDad]

Speaking of books...1 more day until the Janet Evanovich book comes out!!!!!!!!!!!!

I am going to try so hard to keep it for the flight on Saturday but not sure if I will make it or not.
Just thought of something funny. I was just telling the family come hell or high water I was going on "Universe of Energy" on this trip. The 1st time I ever went to WDW I decided to stay outside and read a book while my mom went in. I cannot even remember the book but I just could not put it down.
Better get JE book read by the 25th since that is EPCOT day.

Enjoy your trip this week...we're so jealous! This will be the first time since 1998 that we haven't been to WDW and the parks (not that I'm complaining!). We do plan to visit Downtown Disney on September 1st before we head to the airport just to keep our streak of visiting WDW each year alive!

I used to buy the hardbacks, but now try to be patient for the paperbacks. I just wish there was a new John Lescroat, Lee Child or David Baldacci book in paperback before August. I'll either have to pick up a hardback or find a new author before the cruise to lighten the load.

I started riding last week... Did Thursday and thought I was gonna die before I got to the stop sign 2 houses over Kept going though... Day 2, I went twice as far. It was soooooo cold (I went out at 6am because I have to be back before DD (18mo) wakes). I had on long legs, long sleeves, jacket, ear warmers! Then nothing Saturday and yesterday DH wanted to hike for Father's day so we went on a 6 mile hike. Slept in today so I'll go tomorrow! REALLY trying to set a huge goal to achieve by the end of the summer.

I've been in-line skating in the morning. This is my first full summer in Denver and I'm still trying to get used to this weather our here. I haven't missed a day in over two weeks and I'm trying to make everyday count before the cruise. When I leave the house around 5:45 a.m., I have to wear long pants and a sweatshirt with a hood and I still freeze, especially going into the wind. On the weekends I wait until later in the morning and can get by with a shorts and a t-shirt, but before the sun is up all the way, it's just too cold for summer IMO (around 50 degrees).

That's so sweet!

Kevin and I were married 29 years ago today. But we'll be doing our real celebrating while we're on the ship in Aug.

HAPPY ANNIVERSARY!!

I will be home tomorrow since out plasma tv decided to loose its picture on Sunday... the dumb add service company cannot give me a time frame until 9 am tomorrow - I questioned thier " conveinent service times" as described while on hold. It is really hard to go from the 42' HD to a 19" fishbowl!!!!

Good luck with your plasma. My MIL's went out during the Thanksgiving morning parade with a loud pop. Let's just say after nearly four months of in-home visits and then having the "service" men take it to the shop, she did receive a full refund from Sam's Club. This was only after my DW literally marched in there and demanded to speak to the manager to let them know that her mother had purchased the extended warranty for a reason and four months without a wasn't acceptable. She was able to get her Mom a full refund of both the cost of the TV and warranty cost!

 

[GoofyontheHiSeas]

HAPPY ANNIVERSARY
DEBI AND KEVIN

​

 

[KSDisneyDad]

For those flying Southwest.

Received a ding tonight saying that SW is celebrating 37 years of flying and to watch for limited time offers this Wednesday. Although you won't get a refund, if the price of your tickets go down on Wednesday, you could rebook and get a credit that can be used for a future trip booked in the next 12 months. We've already done this once and received a $99 credit. I'm hoping there's a special on MCO to DEN flights that we can take advantage of to get another credit.

 

[wheelerkidz3]

Hi Laurie,
The treadmill - I walked - my knees can't take running!! The weights - its a circuit - so you can do them every day. (Or you could concentrate the sets and do upper one day and lower the next)
Also, Monica & I regularly walked around deck after dinner.

I really enjoyed the treadmill w/my iPod and looking out at the ocean!! I thought about getting some audio books to listen to this time.

i've never used the treadmills onboard...are they free to use? is there a weight room that is able to be used? i used the steps alot on our last cruise, but i'd love to use a treadmill too.

 

[MrsScooby]

Hi Laurie,
The treadmill - I walked - my knees can't take running!! The weights - its a circuit - so you can do them every day. (Or you could concentrate the sets and do upper one day and lower the next)
Also, Monica & I regularly walked around deck after dinner.

I really enjoyed the treadmill w/my iPod and looking out at the ocean!! I thought about getting some audio books to listen to this time.

I used to love the audio books for long car drives, but with my hearing going I miss too much now.

I still love to listen to music and if I read the lyrics ahead of time I can sorta hear the words.

 

[A Litle Pixie Dust]

Greetings from our hotel in Utah!

Today was just a travel day....drove thru Las Vegas (wanted to stay..but alas..no chance!) tomorrow we head out to Idaho.

I played ketchup....so far..I don't think I have missed anything.

Weather so far is hot! but expect rain starting Wednesday. Hope everyone had a good Monday!

 

[KSDisneyDad]

i've never used the treadmills onboard...are they free to use? is there a weight room that is able to be used? i used the steps alot on our last cruise, but i'd love to use a treadmill too.

Yes, they're free. Just walk through the spa to the gym and there are treadmills, elipticals, weights and nautilus equipment to use. I did this on the first cruise watching the ocean while on the treadmill, but I now enjoy Deck 4 more.

 

[bellelinus]

Is anyone interested in a NYC / NJ mini meet sometime before our cruise?

Great

What would be a good location for everyone. I know we have some people in NYC and some in South Jersey - I am in Central NJ and only about 30 miles away from NYC if everyone wants to meet in Manhattan

Great idea, Jo . . . of course Manhattan is easy for me! The only thing I will throw out there is that we will be away July 5-19, but of course if it works out to be during that time we will see you on the ship . . . just keep me posted.

 

[MrsScooby]

For those flying Southwest.

Received a ding tonight saying that SW is celebrating 37 years of flying and to watch for limited time offers this Wednesday. Although you won't get a refund, if the price of your tickets go down on Wednesday, you could rebook and get a credit that can be used for a future trip booked in the next 12 months. We've already done this once and received a $99 credit. I'm hoping there's a special on MCO to DEN flights that we can take advantage of to get another credit.

Does southwest have a baggage fee ? Gonna have to check this on Wednesday.

Thanks !!

 

[bellelinus]

Debi and Kevin

​

 

[MJGirl]

1) What's the FIRST thing that comes to mind that you're looking forward to about our cruise?.
Castaway Cay ... Only been on a Med cruise.

2) What is your FAVORITE kind of DESSERT which you hope to get on the cruise?
Cheesecake and Banana Bread Pudding.

3) What are your favorite hobbies (or substitute interests - if any)
Reading, scrapbooking, Theatre

4) Do you have a favorite music - bands - performers - or such?
Bryan Adams, Chris Daughtry, Michael Buble

5) Right or left handed? OR.. are we ambidexterous?
Right

6) If you had to choose a profession other than what you currently do, what would it be?
Medicine or Entertainment

7) What are you planning to do on all of our sea days?
Galley tour, Palos, relaxing

8) Cruise or parks?
Both - Parks then cruise then park

9) Which port are you looking forward to the most?
Castaway Cay (First time)

10) Favorite Character?
Donald

11) How many days will you be gone from your home for this trip?
28 days

12) Knowing you only can choose ONE answer, which time do you look forward to on a vacation the most? Time with all the family, time with just your spouse, time alone, or time with others you meet on the trip?
Time with family

13) Are planning on going to Pub Night?
Yes to the social side, but I don't drink (medical issues)

14) What would you rather be - pie or cake and why?
cake - sweet on the inside, colorful on the outside

15) Favorite Disney Resort?
AKV

16) How long have you been planning this TOAL?
Booked on day 1. Jan 2007

17) Do you have a countdown method you are using for the TOAL, and if so, what is it?
DVC Countdown timer

18) Are you going to the adult clubs after dinner?
Not sure ... Will check them out .. Just me and my 18 year old daughter, so it depends

19) Favorite Disney attraction (from any park)?
Tower of Terror and Rock n Roller Coaster

20) What is your favorite non-Disney vacation destination?
Easy one ... Broadway!!!

21) How many hours a day do you DIS?
since signing on for the cruise a couple of hours a day

22) Have you ever been to Disneyland before? If yes, how many times?
This is my first trip to Disneyland .. Been to WDW 14 times!

23) Tai Chi or Chai Tea?
Chai Tea

24) Are you thinking of taking one of the inaugural cruises when the new ships are built?
Would love to be... Gotta get my TA working on it when they open up.

 

[MJGirl]

Does southwest have a baggage fee ? Gonna have to check this on Wednesday.

Thanks !!

From SW website

• Baggage Allowance: Beginning January 29, 2008, Southwest will allow two (2) checked pieces of baggage per ticketed Customer. Size and weight limitations apply.
• Excess Baggage: Effective January 29, 2008, you may check a third bag for a charge of $25. Your 4th through 9th bag or item will incur a charge of $50 per piece, and any bag or item thereafter will be $110 per piece.
• Weight and Size Allowance: Maximum weight is 50 pounds and maximum size is 62 inches (length + width + height) per checked piece of luggage. Effective March 1, 2005, overweight items from 51 to 70 pounds will be accepted for a charge of $25.00 per item. Items weighing from 71 to 100 pounds and oversized items in excess of 62 inches but not more than 80 inches (i.e., surfboards, bicycles, vaulting poles) will be accepted for a charge of $50.00 per item. Any item weighing more than 100 pounds must be shipped as Air Cargo. However, Customers cannot use SWA Cargo unless classified as a Known Shipper as defined by the TSA or TSA approved Indirect Air Carriers (IAC). For full details about shipping cargo, visit swacargo.com.

 

[MrsScooby]

From SW website

• Baggage Allowance: Beginning January 29, 2008, Southwest will allow two (2) checked pieces of baggage per ticketed Customer. Size and weight limitations apply.
• Excess Baggage: Effective January 29, 2008, you may check a third bag for a charge of $25. Your 4th through 9th bag or item will incur a charge of $50 per piece, and any bag or item thereafter will be $110 per piece.
• Weight and Size Allowance: Maximum weight is 50 pounds and maximum size is 62 inches (length + width + height) per checked piece of luggage. Effective March 1, 2005, overweight items from 51 to 70 pounds will be accepted for a charge of $25.00 per item. Items weighing from 71 to 100 pounds and oversized items in excess of 62 inches but not more than 80 inches (i.e., surfboards, bicycles, vaulting poles) will be accepted for a charge of $50.00 per item. Any item weighing more than 100 pounds must be shipped as Air Cargo. However, Customers cannot use SWA Cargo unless classified as a Known Shipper as defined by the TSA or TSA approved Indirect Air Carriers (IAC). For full details about shipping cargo, visit swacargo.com.

Thanks so much!!
I wasn't paying attention to the airline fees before because I thought I was set for this trip.

 

[Caropooh]

You may very well hear that pronunciation being echoed on our cruise....

Yep, it's normally a constant with us!

Happy Anniversary Debi and Kevin!!!!!!!

 

[smeecanada]

HAPPY ANNIVERSARY DEB and KEVIN

Pirating Happy Anniversary wishes. Congrats.

 

[Lil' Grumpy]

..lips+ suction...here ithought...it was about crash..well,i did
stay off...& laid..low..jus in case.

..& whats wrong with paper bags..whino? boone's farm...used to
get us thru..days..of no money...better than the reverse.


..so we're getting into shape?..... ..my goddess...., let see...
@ the dr....i weighed..one lb. more than high school.

speakin of..high/er school...one of my old buddies..looked me up,

. everyone remembers me, ..imagine that?


oh, did you "see"...my older bro.'s picture? just to keep things a lil'
in refernce..he was the one...who was the "football manager".
after the second game....of the season..he went up to the coach
& told...him..he'll play..if he let him start. ..now this is
the coach..telling me ..this story...his first game..was aganst
the #1 team..in ohio..Waverly...* yes the same team..that they
did a pseical on....about letting the one special needs boy..scored
a td...from northwest. @ halftime..the coach..reviewed..the
stats..he was shocked..17 tackles..by one player... . how
many kids..play...only...8 games...none before...& made all conference?

..why ball manger..so he could get in free to the games..& mingle..
with those darn cheerleaders.

baseball..was his real talents...* if you ever go to portsmouth...they have
this wonderful..floodwall-murals ....ps, alot of his friends...played in the
majors.
he did not..though was offered by reds & pirates. [ he refused to play
any..minor league..] truth..is..he went into...professional motorcyle
racing...& another..talented..player..[ could knocked a beer bottle out
of your hand...nooooo a baseball~too easy..a "snow ball".] ..were in
buisness together..for awhile..moonshining...* it may look like water
but they don't called it firewater..for nothing. 2o y/o ..maybe..the
youth..shouldn't pay..us old timers..mush attention,

portsmouth...the orginal home..of he detroit lions...which, is why iam
always..rooting..no matter..how bad.


..but what got..me ..was all the little league..stories...* their
team...came from one game...making it to the little league..finals.
....the whole town..was following them. however, what i remember
most..was my baby sister..getting hit..by a foul ball. talk about lucky!
they gave her all kind of treats..next inning..some crazy kid was running
on the field ..of play....dwats! some kids..have all the luck!

ok..here's what we got..errr what my wife managed..[ i ws rooting for
her... ..you think..that would count for something ? ]


natural pool jeep adventrue - one son....is awful xcited.... ,
i better drive! santa maria....snorkel. "man"..groves...me thinks..the
women groves..would ..be more interesting..but was over ruled,
again.. , outdoor adventure.."somewhere over the rain bow",
..[ i think its the zipp-along-lines?..follow by, catch me if you dare! ]
...& the " no sticks or stems..you don't need..acapuloc' gold..is
some funny smokin....weeds~ . the fine..print..suggest..
"bail money"...* not included!. cheap!


..then there's dahuffy'''' new & improved....anacrondra's ride. rumor
has her replacing the banna boat....& just as bouncy!

where's tracy..mismce?..out having a barrel of monkees..fun? no
wonder..cpt. jack..is always..in good humor!


hey, cheryl girly... ! you're right... ..all the troulbe
makers..on early. you think..it 'll beee & quite alot...
left overs..for us.

* is this cliche?..it seem alot people come & go, and then some only
interacting....not that i want...to " "..anything..but , i hope..the
majority..are out to have..some fun? that's all ..we need..is a bunch
of..shady characters... ..too much..next thing you kno,
eberyone..starts taking off their clothes. of course, that's the best
way...for preventing..some teams..bringing secret weapons/skills
to the rugby match..matches?!

..next thing you know..someone, from the crowd [ cannnot rule out
the grumpy dud]....hollering..."let's the game/games..begin!]

















* note..being of the medical professional..& dedciated toward sore
muscles..free....massages. when the sign..is out.....





ok {well, iam..can't vouch..for crash] ..this was written orginally for
the medical profession..but..one might...see how easy....can "apply
to"...becoming....a real swasbuckler or damsel..in distress...wenches'
style...,

" you might be a "pro"...if...you have ever..bet ..on
someone's...blood alcohol level. "

 

[paulasillars]

any of your Professional Disney Cruisers have packing lists to share..

I haven't started packing yet but something along the following lines (note we have 12 nights at SSR following the cruise and numbers of items subject to change/space available)
- toiletries and basic first aid kid (I have this made up permanently seeing I travel a lot for work)
- sunscreen
- insect repellant
- swimwear
- goggles/snorkle
- t-shirt for swimming (a tight fitting one is best and saves the sunscreen)
- underwear x 5
- socks x 5
- shoes/sneakers (take one, wear one pair)
- flip flops or sandals
- pasmina/sarong
- books x 2
- ipod & speakers
- international travel power adapter
- travel pillow
- passport/tickets/insurance/credit card/cash and various booked items paperwork such as shore excursions/drivers license and photocopies of these in both checked in and carry on luggage
- nice skirt for DCL dinners
- nice pants for DCL dinners
- nice tops x2 for DCL dinners
- nice shoes for DCL dinners
- 2 pairs 3/4 pants
- 1 pair shorts
- 1 pair of long pants (to travel in)
- 2 x long sleeve tops (1 to travel in)
- 4 x tshirts
- 2 sets of nightwear
- 3 x bras (1 to travel in)
- sun hat
- sun glasses
- rain poncho
- snacks for the flight
- camera and charger
- underwater camera
- tissues/hankies

Edited to add ...
- a pile of FE gifts

There are probably a handful of other odds and ends but that will be the bulk of it. Hope that helps. I'm happy to post my complete & final packing list nearer the time

 

[darthrugby]

Me too. I compensate with sugar free



I can't find a postmark but it was dated the 16th as well. Love the FE. What is on the pockets?



I asked my Dr and he said sadly that was one of the first tests he ran and no such luck.

Arlene,

It's the key to Davy Jones chest.

 

[captaincrash]

..lips+ suction...here ithought...it was about crash..well, i did stay off...& laid..low..jus in case.

...... [ed]...

* is this cliche?..it seem alot people come & go, and then some only interacting....not that i want...to " "..anything..but , i hope..the majority..are out to have..some fun?

that's all ..we need..is a bunch of..shady characters... ..too much..next thing you kno, eberyone..starts taking off their clothes. of course, that's the best
way...for preventing..some teams..bringing secret weapons/skills
to the rugby match..matches?!

..next thing you know..someone, from the crowd [ cannnot rule out
the grumpy dud]....hollering..."let's the game/games..begin!]

...[ed]...

ok {well, iam..can't vouch..for crash] ..this was written orginally for the medical profession..but..one might...see how easy....can "apply to"...becoming....a real swasbuckler or damsel..in distress...wenches' style...,

" you might be a "pro"...if...you have ever..bet ..on
someone's...blood alcohol level. "

OK...

Here's my latest bit of mischief to have arrived via FedEX (before I left fer Boston...

And unfortunately - it arrived with a fractured ankle and foot (see below).

However, I filed a claim for shipping damage and they are remaking a new one ...
AND I'm keeping the iold one! Perhaps I can super glue this "damaged" one and end up with 2 for the price of 1!​

 

[captaincrash]

editing onto master summary posting....

1) What's the FIRST thing that comes to mind that you're looking forward to about our cruise?.
Castaway Cay ... Only been on a Med cruise.

2) What is your FAVORITE kind of DESSERT which you hope to get on the cruise?
Cheesecake and Banana Bread Pudding.

3) What are your favorite hobbies (or substitute interests - if any)
Reading, scrapbooking, Theatre

4) Do you have a favorite music - bands - performers - or such?
Bryan Adams, Chris Daughtry, Michael Buble

5) Right or left handed? OR.. are we ambidexterous?
Right

6) If you had to choose a profession other than what you currently do, what would it be?
Medicine or Entertainment

7) What are you planning to do on all of our sea days?
Galley tour, Palos, relaxing

8) Cruise or parks?
Both - Parks then cruise then park

9) Which port are you looking forward to the most?
Castaway Cay (First time)

10) Favorite Character?
Donald

11) How many days will you be gone from your home for this trip?
28 days

12) Knowing you only can choose ONE answer, which time do you look forward to on a vacation the most? Time with all the family, time with just your spouse, time alone, or time with others you meet on the trip?
Time with family

13) Are planning on going to Pub Night?
Yes to the social side, but I don't drink (medical issues)

14) What would you rather be - pie or cake and why?
cake - sweet on the inside, colorful on the outside

15) Favorite Disney Resort?
AKV

16) How long have you been planning this TOAL?
Booked on day 1. Jan 2007

17) Do you have a countdown method you are using for the TOAL, and if so, what is it?
DVC Countdown timer

18) Are you going to the adult clubs after dinner?
Not sure ... Will check them out .. Just me and my 18 year old daughter, so it depends

19) Favorite Disney attraction (from any park)?
Tower of Terror and Rock n Roller Coaster

20) What is your favorite non-Disney vacation destination?
Easy one ... Broadway!!!

21) How many hours a day do you DIS?
since signing on for the cruise a couple of hours a day

22) Have you ever been to Disneyland before? If yes, how many times?
This is my first trip to Disneyland .. Been to WDW 14 times!

23) Tai Chi or Chai Tea?
Chai Tea

24) Are you thinking of taking one of the inaugural cruises when the new ships are built?
Would love to be... Gotta get my TA working on it when they open up.

I am posting replies on this series for my SIL Lahlita here in Boston

1) What's the FIRST thing that comes to mind that you're looking forward to about our cruise?.
I want to lay down and relax.

2) What is your FAVORITE kind of DESSERT which you hope to get on the cruise?
fruit tarts - brownies - and creme brulee

3) What are your favorite hobbies (or substitute interests - if any)
Playing tennis

4) Do you have a favorite music - bands - performers - or such?
Kenny G and many others

5) Right or left handed? OR.. are we ambidexterous?
Right

6) If you had to choose a profession other than what you currently do, what would it be?
Teacher

7) What are you planning to do on all of our sea days?
Relaxing definately - and food...

8) Cruise or parks?
I've never been ON a cruise... so cruise

9) Which port are you looking forward to the most?
Cartegenia

10) Favorite Character?
Princess Alana

11) How many days will you be gone from your home for this trip?
16 days

12) Knowing you only can choose ONE answer, which time do you look forward to on a vacation the most? Time with all the family, time with just your spouse, time alone, or time with others you meet on the trip?
Time with family

13) Are planning on going to Pub Night?
Probably

14) What would you rather be - pie or cake and why?
cake - a SURPRISE on the inside

15) Favorite Disney Resort?
Swan

16) How long have you been planning this TOAL?
long time....

17) Do you have a countdown method you are using for the TOAL, and if so, what is it?
kind of...

18) Are you going to the adult clubs after dinner?
Yes!!!

19) Favorite Disney attraction (from any park)?
Buzzz Lightyear

20) What is your favorite non-Disney vacation destination?
Visiting Hawaii!!!

21) How many hours a day do you DIS?
Zero

22) Have you ever been to Disneyland before? If yes, how many times?
Never been there before!

23) Tai Chi or Chai Tea?
I dibn't do either

24) Are you thinking of taking one of the inaugural cruises when the new ships are built?
I don't know?.

here's the master summary of all "found" replies​

OK.... here's my reply to the latest 7 questions... plus I've tried to compile the various questions posed by everyone to try and respond to those where I have a reply....