August 18, 2010...Can't wait for the MAGICal Mediterranean!!!

[K8T]

We'll have our iPhone. We're getting an international data plan so we can access info like maps and translators off the ship!

I used my Iphone on our last trip. It was great to be able to use the free Wifi spots in cafes. I turned Roaming off when generally out and about, to avoid data downloading charges. I did try the ships wifi, but it was ridiculous, unless anyone knows the password for the ships crew!!! I had thought about an Ipad (I desperately would love one!), but then I probably wouldn't want to carry it off the ship anyway and OH has just got me a new laptop, so probably can't justify it just yet!

Just finished week 6 day 2 of C25K today. 10 min run, 3 min walk, then 10 min run.... Big day Fri it becomes all running for know on....

So near to the 5K now - Can you believe it?! Do you not get a rest day in between?! I did Wk 6 Day 1 yesterday 12 min run, 3 min walk, 12 min run.... It was OK, I could have kept going. Have a bit of a niggle in my ankle though, hope it stops for tomorrow. Next week I have 3 x 12 mins with only 2 mins between, building up for the biggie!!!!! But actually feel I may be able to do it!

Do you think we will coincide and do our first 5k on board?!!!!! My plan has a 'virtual' 5k download, with music and encouragement. I may download it and try and do that for the first time on the Magic, at least it will be all on the flat. Maybe we could do it, albeit in our own little worlds and then go for a celebratory breakfast!

 

[jel0511]

I used my Iphone on our last trip. It was great to be able to use the free Wifi spots in cafes. I turned Roaming off when generally out and about, to avoid data downloading charges. I did try the ships wifi, but it was ridiculous, unless anyone knows the password for the ships crew!!! I had thought about an Ipad (I desperately would love one!), but then I probably wouldn't want to carry it off the ship anyway and OH has just got me a new laptop, so probably can't justify it just yet!



So near to the 5K now - Can you believe it?! Do you not get a rest day in between?! I did Wk 6 Day 1 yesterday 12 min run, 3 min walk, 12 min run.... It was OK, I could have kept going. Have a bit of a niggle in my ankle though, hope it stops for tomorrow. Next week I have 3 x 12 mins with only 2 mins between, building up for the biggie!!!!! But actually feel I may be able to do it!

Do you think we will coincide and do our first 5k on board?!!!!! My plan has a 'virtual' 5k download, with music and encouragement. I may download it and try and do that for the first time on the Magic, at least it will be all on the flat. Maybe we could do it, albeit in our own little worlds and then go for a celebratory breakfast!

We will turn on roaming that's why we're getting the data plan so we can use it off the ship whenever we want.

Kate, I'm up for it... 8AM deck 4 on Thurs by the aft elevators??? Anyone else want to join us?????

 

[MinnieDiva]

Kate, I'm up for it... 8AM deck 4 on Thurs by the aft elevators??? Anyone else want to join us?????

I'm in.

 

[jel0511]

I'm in.

This might turn into a mini-meet before the real meet at 12:30!!!!!

 

[K8T]

This might turn into a mini-meet before the real meet at 12:30!!!!!

Hopefully we will all look a bit different later in the day!! I just get out of bed, tie my hair up, get dressed and go out. I do brush my teeth and splash a bit of water on my face, but that's it until I get back - not a pretty sight!!!!

Do you think we could make it a bit earlier? I usually run at 6.00!! I am not advocating that, but just a little earlier will mean I am back, changed etc., without eating too much into the day!

How about 7ish - any advances?

Now I really have a goal to work for - thanks

Vicky - How was the Tea Party?

Kate

 

[mindelmouse]

Hopefully we will all look a bit different later in the day!! I just get out of bed, tie my hair up, get dressed and go out. I do brush my teeth and splash a bit of water on my face, but that's it until I get back - not a pretty sight!!!!

Do you think we could make it a bit earlier? I usually run at 6.00!! I am not advocating that, but just a little earlier will mean I am back, changed etc., without eating too much into the day!

How about 7ish - any advances?

Now I really have a goal to work for - thanks

Vicky - How was the Tea Party?

Kate

If someone would walk with me, I would come. 7 may be a little early, since some of us will still be getting over jetlag....

As far as a minimeet...I'm gonna meet Susan and Stacey at the airport, Kim at dinner and Lori when she climbs over my balcony...so I will have met a lot of people before the DISmeet ever happens

 

[Vicky29]

The tea party was certainly not Disney standard Elizabeth is still talking about that and can't wait to go again! They had put a lot of effort in though, free face painting for the children, jam tarts, heart shaped biscuits etc. The staff were dressed up and the costumes were good, but they were the staff dressed up rather than characters. Felt sorry for them though, the weather's been horrid today and I'm sure a sunny day would have much improved their turn out and made people stay longer I would have been up for walking but don't really feel I can leave DD with my friend on the first morning out - maybe later in the week though. I'm guessing another problem may be character breakfasts, as it's a sea day half of those on main seating will be on extra breakfast - I think - I may well be wrong

 

[jel0511]

Hopefully we will all look a bit different later in the day!! I just get out of bed, tie my hair up, get dressed and go out. I do brush my teeth and splash a bit of water on my face, but that's it until I get back - not a pretty sight!!!!

Do you think we could make it a bit earlier? I usually run at 6.00!! I am not advocating that, but just a little earlier will mean I am back, changed etc., without eating too much into the day!

How about 7ish - any advances?

Now I really have a goal to work for - thanks

Vicky - How was the Tea Party?

Kate

Kate, I agree with Mindy, 7 is a little early for me. I am on vacation after all!!!!!! I also run at 6AM, but hopefully I'll be over the jet lag by the time we board as we get to Paris on 8/15. If not, I'll probably be down there by 6AM..... Maybe planning something so early on in the cruise isn't a good idea now that I'm rethinking it. Those of us from the other side of the pond will be still recovering from jet lag and might need to sleep in a bit. I'll be down at 8AM if not before to run. Whoever wants to join me is more than welcome to come!!!!

 

[K8T]

Kate, I agree with Mindy, 7 is a little early for me. I am on vacation after all!!!!!! I also run at 6AM, but hopefully I'll be over the jet lag by the time we board as we get to Paris on 8/15. If not, I'll probably be down there by 6AM..... Maybe planning something so early on in the cruise isn't a good idea now that I'm rethinking it. Those of us from the other side of the pond will be still recovering from jet lag and might need to sleep in a bit. I'll be down at 8AM if not before to run. Whoever wants to join me is more than welcome to come!!!!

I didn't think about the jet lag issue!!

I agree, it is a nice idea, but probably all a bit difficult to arrange at this stage. I think whether we meet or not, I am going to try and do it that morning (I should if all goes to plan, already have run 5k once, maybe twice).

If I get up early then I will go out, If later, then maybe I will see some of you (probably passing me!) Although I won't have a clue who anyone is!!! Probably just as well the state I will be in!

I also have never ran with anyone before, so would find that a bit daunting. I am quite focused and drift off in my own little world, so probably wouldn't be socialable at all!!! Just look out for my Pink trainers!!!, flowery shorts and the extremely red face!

Lets leave it that we may meet, may not, but see you all at the meet later in the day!

 

[jel0511]

Three weeks from today, we'll all be boarding the Magic and setting sail on our Mediterranean Adventure!!!!!

 

[mindelmouse]

Three weeks from today, we'll all be boarding the Magic and setting sail on our Mediterranean Adventure!!!!!

I know...it's so unbelievable that it's almost here

 

[MinnieDiva]

Three weeks from today, we'll all be boarding the Magic and setting sail on our Mediterranean Adventure!!!!!

Holy cow...that means we leave for CA 2 weeks from tomorrow? I just realized how much I have to get done!

 

[jel0511]

Holy cow...that means we leave for CA 2 weeks from tomorrow? I just realized how much I have to get done!

I know, we leave 2 weeks from Sat... I'm panicking about packing.... Haven't even thought about it.....

 

[mindelmouse]

I know, we leave 2 weeks from Sat... I'm panicking about packing.... Haven't even thought about it.....

oh I've thought of it and am antsy to start...but I don't want my clothes sitting in a suitcase that long.

 

[Cliffside]

I know...it's so unbelievable that it's almost here

I know I can't believe it either. Another week and I have not been on the boards...too busy at dr's offices....but I am determined to get on that boat on the 18th. DH reminded me that August 18th is the anniversary of our first date in "04.

On the wardrobe discussion ...I think I decided to wear capris that cover my knees when visiting churches. DD has a long skirt to put on top of what she is wearing. I was trying to convince DH to get one of those convertable pants...have to see if I can find any in his size.

 

[pixie08]

We'll have our iPhone. We're getting an international data plan so we can access info like maps and translators off the ship!

Yea we are using my iphone as well. I found the calling & text plans to be more reasonable than I thought.

 

[MinnieDiva]

Yea we are using my iphone as well. I found the calling & text plans to be more reasonable than I thought.

Still need to research that. I don't care about calls, just need to know about wi-fi access. Anyone know....if 3G and roaming are off, can I access free wi-fi without racking up a bill?

 

[MinnieDiva]

Kate...did you get new shoes?

 

[jel0511]

Still need to research that. I don't care about calls, just need to know about wi-fi access. Anyone know....if 3G and roaming are off, can I access free wi-fi without racking up a bill?

Put it in airplane mode and when you're in a wifi hot spot, turn on wifi and connect. This way, you won't engage cell service. We've used our phones on planes before and have always been in airplane mode and been able to connect to the plane's wifi.

 

[mindelmouse]

So, the kids are away on an overnight from camp. Tonight was our only night to do things for the trip without fear of being caught. DH is putting together FE's and I just finished all the door magnets (thanks Mary for your assistance.)

By the way, DH bought some extra wrinkle release spray, so if the weight on the luggage is okay, I'll try to bring some for our UK contingent.