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

[captaincrash]

Great Pictures!

Thank You! I used a borrowed DLSR from my nephew since I dropped my DSLR... as I am egarly awaiting the intro of the 30D replacement - with high hopes for a jump in features and reduction in price. I can dream a little can't I? And if the replacement is no deal - then I'll wait to snag a newly discontinued 30D!

And don't I WISH I had taken the bear photo at the top...​

 

[dh chrisva]

And for the record I also will go along with any non-conflicting proposals from all (who have 50+ postings).

Since both Crash and MR brought it up y not....and since I am way over thatsince I have been here since week 1, can i plllleeeaassee get access instead of ignoring all my emails and PM's

 

[goofyforlife]

No bike ride this morning?

I wanted to until until my throat swelled up like a balloon yesterday.

Dr gave me antibiotics and took a throat culture.

and since I am way over thatsince I have been here since week 1, can i plllleeeaassee get access

I can vouch for Mike...he's one of us pirates....

Mike, it could be that you pm'd Jr and he's otherwise MIA for the next week.

I think JR left Tom in charge while he's gone..

 

[dahuffy]

Question: For anyone staying at HoJo's Annaheim before the cruise, do you have any idea what building we're in?

 

[Grandma4ever]

Mary Rose....

... May I respectfully submit that your DIS Friends and benefactors on the DIS FAR OUTNUMBER any potential malcontents lurking or posting. You have brought numerous chuckles to my visits here on the DIS and it would be an unacceptable loss to the community to see you fade an inch from our community! And, I say lets just stretch out healing hands to accept everyone here in neighborly freindship [/SIZE]- that is, until enough inappropriate remarks draw a moderators attention and prove someone to be worthy of an ejection.

I trust in the greater good of our community and the merits of such. Which should far outweigh any potential mischief. So step forward one and all in confidence... lets' make this a good place to meet and chat, share good will and support one another as needed with good cheer and chuckles as we await the Magics' EBPC embarkation call!

Since 2005 when I first posted til now through 5732+ postings I've seen 10s of 1000s of interesting remarks by well intentioned folks + several 1000 truly entertaining comments, photos and image postings. Not to mention the jewels of commentary that outshine anything I've ever conceived. I won't name names (because I'm having a massive senior moment) but I can say the good feelings I've had here on the DIS have both been numerous and FREE... so to any lurking or any who might be feeling cautious... I say rejoin the community gathered here in good faith and with a postitive attitude. Remember to exercise good care and common sense to maintain reasonable privacy until you are comfortable and certain of how far you might go. Have some fun here getting to know others with like minds and hearts for traveling with Disney on this fine voyage from Coast to Coast through the Panama Canal! And remember to sign up for my Mickey Ice Cream Eating contest! The fastest one with a Mickey Bar wins a mysterious prize of questionable value - broken out by age groups! And every participant shall get an award certificate signed (most likely) by the real Captain of the Magic.

And for the record - I'll go along with the 50 posting thing. It seems reaasonable to me. And for the record I also will go along with any non-conflicting proposals from all (who have 50+ postings). I reserve the right to recant and short circuit my agreement and endorsements! <chuckles>

I agree. I have been gone getting ready for my 9/1/07 Disney vacation. It seems that much has occured. I have seen the public part of the web site and it looks real good.

Ok, so here is the post on proposals for the website. PM me with any concerns you don't want to share publicly.

1) Access. I propose the following areas of the site be freely available to anyone on the Internet with no user name or password:

a) Itinerary
b) Thread Info
c) Useful Info

My rationale is all of this info has previously been posted here on the DIS and anyone can come to the DIS and view this info without needing a user ID or password.


2) All other areas will be password protected because they will contain personal information. Understand that my reason for doing this is I am concerned about random strangers finding out family details and travel plans. Unfortunately, knowing someone's first name, birthday, etc. can be enough to start stealing someone's identity. I am not doing this to exclude people for any other reason.

Access will be given if you meet the following criteria:

a) Have a valid DIS ID (so we have at least one way of keeping you informed since e-mail addresses can change)
b) Meet the minimum requirements for sending and receiving PMs from the DIS (since this will be the method used to communicate to avoid publishing e-mail addresses where spammers can harvest them)
c) Have provided the information requested on the main page of the site. (We will NOT publish all of this info on the website but in order to be fair, we can't allow you to see someone else's personal info without providing yours in the same way we will not share yours if you don't have access).

Some people have had their personal information removed and access denied to previous versions of the website. I don't know the reasons but I am not sure I can give access to these people. This is causing me a lot of personal turmoil and would welcome your thoughts here.

Some have suggested that prior to having access to the 'personal' parts of the site, you have to have posted to this thread a specific number of times. Let me know if this is how you want to do it. The general information areas would be open to all.

3) Personal Information will be limited to what you are willing to share. I have deleted everything I received from Lisa and will start over with the personal info. I am going to ask that you send in all of the info requested.

If you do NOT tell me what you want displayed, I will display only DIS ID, adults' names, childrens' gender and age (DS13) and hometown.

Otherwise, I will display whatever you ask. Last names will never be shown and hometowns will be sanitized to just major city/state (e.g. "Chicago, IL" for me.

4) We will be looking for people to serve as authors and editors and reviewers of content. Particularly in making sure that links work after they are posted, typing up content and sending it to be posted, etc. Hopefully we can find new site administrators as well. The site uses the Mambo CMS, so if you have any familiarity with that, please let me know.

Ok, anyway, that's the post. I will probably not be around for a little while. Boy Scout camp, daughter's Vacation Bible School and some personal issues will take precedence for me in the coming week.

This sounds good. I guess I need to send my info again. Please let me know just what you are collecting and I will be happy to PM to who ever is doing the collecting. If I don't have the 50 post on this thread I will as soon as I get back from my next cruise. I will check back in from time to time to see what I need to do or some one could PM me. Till then Lois

 

[arlenesp]

Question: For anyone staying at HoJo's Annaheim before the cruise, do you have any idea what building we're in?

I inquired about that when I made my reservation as DH has trouble walking long distances and I noticed how nice it would be to be in the main Building. Alas I think we are buried in the rear.And if we are he will not be a happy camper.So I may rethink taking his scooter with us. just for these reasons.And I may reconsider the hotel as well . We will see.

 

[dh chrisva]

I can vouch for Mike...he's one of us pirates....

Mike, it could be that you pm'd Jr and he's otherwise MIA for the next week.

I think JR left Tom in charge while he's gone..

Kristina,

I have e-mailed the Webmaster and PM'd BOTH Tom and JR over the last week.

Mike

 

[m&m's mom]

m&m's mom,

You ask how is the weather in Lubbock lately?

Lows in the 60's highs in the low 90's

Mild winds, at least for us.

A full years worth of rain in the first 6 months so things are growing that I have never seen grow in this area and my allergies over the last week are going crazy due to it.

Cotton is growing and if it will warm up and won't hail we should have a nice year.

Students have all gone home for the summer and traffic has slowed.

Had a wonderful time last night at a fund raiser for a local foundation that provides scholarships for music education majors. The event was held in the back yard of a local business person with entertainment by David Gaschen who played the Phantom in Switzerland, Germany and on Broadway. Debbie Gravitte who won a Tony for her part in "Jerome Robbins Broadway" but also played many other parts including Mama in "Chicago" on Broadway. DW will tell you I turned very red when, while she was singin "When You're Good To Mama" she came over and sang the tit for tat part to me. Yes It was very hard to keep my eyes up when she was 12 inches away leaning over in a low cut dress singing directly to me and trying to make me look, just to make me blush. The last featured entertainer was Brad Leali and the local jazz band he put together when he stopped touring. Several years ago Brad took the opportunity to stop tourning and started teaching jazz at Texas Tech University Not only did they play, they also provided back up for Debbie and they were great.

Best of all it's $1.50 beer and brauts (sp) at the pool, and if DD will get her chores done we can go.

You asked how the wheather is in Lubbock? I have to say that not only is the wheather in Lubbock great but life in general is great.

You can't ask any more than that can you? Life, indeed, is good.
I still miss Lubbock. Last time I was there I was shocked how much it had changed (that happens in 15 years huh?)
It's nice to know that there is talent (arguably) at Tech other than Bobby Knight.
God bless the cotton farmers. They need some good years. That is one tough business. My Great Grandfather was a cotton farmer in Lubbock and some of his stuff is at the Ranching Heritage museum.

 

[dahuffy]

We've had Harley's ears done, so I thought I'd post a picture of his new"Temporary" look. Isn't he just pitaful?

 

[m&m's mom]

Mary Rose....

... May I respectfully submit that your DIS Friends and benefactors on the DIS FAR OUTNUMBER any potential malcontents lurking or posting. You have brought numerous chuckles to my visits here on the DIS and it would be an unacceptable loss to the community to see you fade an inch from our community! And, I say lets just stretch out healing hands to accept everyone here in neighborly freindship - that is, until enough inappropriate remarks draw a moderators attention and prove someone to be worthy of an ejection.

I trust in the greater good of our community and the merits of such. Which should far outweigh any potential mischief. So step forward one and all in confidence... lets' make this a good place to meet and chat, share good will and support one another as needed with good cheer and chuckles as we await the Magics' EBPC embarkation call!

Since 2005 when I first posted til now through 5732+ postings I've seen 10s of 1000s of interesting remarks by well intentioned folks + several 1000 truly entertaining comments, photos and image postings. Not to mention the jewels of commentary that outshine anything I've ever conceived. I won't name names (because I'm having a massive senior moment) but I can say the good feelings I've had here on the DIS have both been numerous and FREE... so to any lurking or any who might be feeling cautious... I say rejoin the community gathered here in good faith and with a postitive attitude. Remember to exercise good care and common sense to maintain reasonable privacy until you are comfortable and certain of how far you might go. Have some fun here getting to know others with like minds and hearts for traveling with Disney on this fine voyage from Coast to Coast through the Panama Canal! And remember to sign up for my Mickey Ice Cream Eating contest! The fastest one with a Mickey Bar wins a mysterious prize of questionable value - broken out by age groups! And every participant shall get an award certificate signed (most likely) by the real Captain of the Magic.

And for the record - I'll go along with the 50 posting thing. It seems reaasonable to me. And for the record I also will go along with any non-conflicting proposals from all (who have 50+ postings). I reserve the right to recant and short circuit my agreement and endorsements! <chuckles>

Having said all that - I'll now restate that last nite at chat - right after you left I posted on chat that I do believe you are INNOCENT.

<steady silent grins... with 2 fingers crossed behind my back>!​

You said it perfect! Now quick, someone do a thread posting count so I can find out how much I need to bug yal to get to 50. I have some great recipes I can post.

 

[Verandah Man]

You said it perfect! Now quick, someone do a thread posting count so I can find out how much I need to bug yal to get to 50. I have some great recipes I can post.

Here you go, no recipes needed:​

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lbgraves 4,938
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[Downrivermama]

The funny thing is that I've received about 10 emails reminding me not to add to carbon emissions, and not to take a car . . . so we will take the subway to the Port Authority Bus terminal (which I have never, ever been to -- everytime I've passed it it's looked like a place for bums to hang out!) and take an express bus to Giants stadium, and then the reverse on the way back. Also, we were asked to wear something green and I never, ever wear green, so I have been forced to borrow from my 15 year old. Therefore I am going to this concert, by way of the bum's stop at the bus terminal, in a Green day "Kiss me, I'm punk" shirt!

Came through the Port Authority bus terminal in 1984 on my way to Boston. The bus got there at 4:30AM on a Tuesday morning. Not a nice place. Lots of street people. Had a 3 hr layover. On that bus ride I hit all the wonderful bus terminals, Cleveland, Pittsburgh, Philly (across from an adult book store!), Newark and Port Authority. Then the bus to Boston drove through the Bronx with very interesting graphetti (sp?)! It was an adventurous 36 hours!

Hope you guys have fun!

 

[wheelerkidz3]

Question: For anyone staying at HoJo's Annaheim before the cruise, do you have any idea what building we're in?

has anyone recently booked here? i'm wondering what the going rate is??

 

[yargrnhoj]

Since both Crash and MR brought it up y not....and since I am way over thatsince I have been here since week 1, can i plllleeeaassee get access instead of ignoring all my emails and PM's

No one is ignoring your e-mails. Your access ID has been e-mailed twice.

But let me tell you sending e-mails repeatedly demanding a response with comments like regarding the amount of time people have to post to the boards instead of jumping to send you your ID is hardly hospitable. I was doing this alone voluntarily and was not spending every minute of my day checking PMs or sending e-mails. I said I would try to get to everyone by the end of the week.

But anyway, I am not doing this at all anymore. I have handed all of the website info over to Tom to do whatever he wants with it. My wife and I decided to cancel this cruise last evening. It's been fun chatting with most of you.

 

[tom31b]

Kristina,

I have e-mailed the Webmaster and PM'd BOTH Tom and JR over the last week.

Mike

Check PMs. Sorry to anyone else requesting, learning the system and was doing family stuff last two days....

If you need access, PM me.

 

[Downrivermama]

At last I am done with my dad's house. Hauled the remainder of things to my house today and close on thye sale Monday. I'm very glad that things are coming to an end. It's been a long year!

I agree with MR, I think at least 50 posts to this thread is reasonable for access to the website. I appreciate being enlighten last night and better understand the concerns that a great many of you have. Not knowing the history made alot of the cryptic posts confusing. Just make sure that you pass any pertinent info on to J.R. and Tom so they are aware.

I truly believe that adults who are trouble makers are very unhappy people. I have first hand experience with that! You know what they say, misery loves company.

I'm really looking forward to meeting you guys! You have my support.

 

[m&m's mom]

No one is ignoring your e-mails. Your access ID has been e-mailed twice.

But let me tell you sending e-mails repeatedly demanding a response with comments like regarding the amount of time people have to post to the boards instead of jumping to send you your ID is hardly hospitable. I was doing this alone voluntarily and was not spending every minute of my day checking PMs or sending e-mails. I said I would try to get to everyone by the end of the week.

But anyway, I am not doing this at all anymore. I have handed all of the website info over to Tom to do whatever he wants with it. My wife and I decided to cancel this cruise last evening. It's been fun chatting with most of you.

I am very sorry to read this and I really hope you change your mind.

 

[PMDR59]

No one is ignoring your e-mails. Your access ID has been e-mailed twice.

But let me tell you sending e-mails repeatedly demanding a response with comments like regarding the amount of time people have to post to the boards instead of jumping to send you your ID is hardly hospitable. I was doing this alone voluntarily and was not spending every minute of my day checking PMs or sending e-mails. I said I would try to get to everyone by the end of the week.

But anyway, I am not doing this at all anymore. I have handed all of the website info over to Tom to do whatever he wants with it. My wife and I decided to cancel this cruise last evening. It's been fun chatting with most of you.

Another one bites the dust
Very sorry you wont be cruising with us.
First we lost Andy, but I'm glad to see he is still around as an honorary swabbie, I hope you shall to stick around even if you wont be with us.
Thanks for all the work you did

 

[wheelerkidz3]

But anyway, I am not doing this at all anymore. I have handed all of the website info over to Tom to do whatever he wants with it. My wife and I decided to cancel this cruise last evening. It's been fun chatting with most of you.

what?? i can't believe you put so much time into the website, and now we won't even get to meet you! i'm sorry to hear you won't be cruising with us!

At last I am done with my dad's house. Hauled the remainder of things to my house today and close on thye sale Monday. I'm very glad that things are coming to an end. It's been a long year!

I agree with MR, I think at least 50 posts to this thread is reasonable for access to the website. I appreciate being enlighten last night and better understand the concerns that a great many of you have. Not knowing the history made alot of the cryptic posts confusing. Just make sure that you pass any pertinent info on to J.R. and Tom so they are aware.

I truly believe that adults who are trouble makers are very unhappy people. I have first hand experience with that! You know what they say, misery loves company.

I'm really looking forward to meeting you guys! You have my support.

i knew i left chat too early last nite!! any way to get a recap??

 

[tom31b]

what?? i can't believe you put so much time into the website, and now we won't even get to meet you! i'm sorry to hear you won't be cruising with us!



i knew i left chat too early last nite!! any way to get a recap??

when I left, it was after 1, they were still going strong with 18-20 still there....