August 1st 2009 - Eastern 8/1/2009 The Eastern Caribbean Castaways

[ScubaD]

I knew that, what was I thinking, the Wonder!!

Anyway, if Dave doesn't mind I would like to join him. I will bring my card/license and camara.

Dave

 

[MrsJobba1]

I knew that, what was I thinking, the Wonder!!

Anyway, if Dave doesn't mind I would like to join him. I will bring my card/license and camara.

Dave

No problem at all -

 

[disneymom8589]

No problem

Dave and I would love to join you for dinner. I'll get in touch with disney just after the 90day mark and request it. If thats ok with you. Im sure my Dave would love to talk to your Dave about Scuba diving as he dives too (mainly cold water here in North Sea, although he has been on diving holidays to the red sea, MAlta and Thailand).

Am I right in thinking you live near Washington?

Have a wonderful Valentines day
Helen x

Terrific! That would be great to join you for dinner.

We live in Washington State, not Washington D.C. We're in the northwest part of the United States. We don't live too far from the largest city in the state - Seattle. In fact, we're at downtown Seattle now and will be going to "The Lion King" Broadway musical tonight for Valentine's Day.

I hope you have (had) a nice Valentine's Day. I'm assuming by the time you get this it will probably be after the fact!

By the way, my name is Kim...just so you don't have to think I don't have a name other than disneymom8589.

 

[MrsJobba1]

Terrific! That would be great to join you for dinner.

We live in Washington State, not Washington D.C. We're in the northwest part of the United States. We don't live too far from the largest city in the state - Seattle. In fact, we're at downtown Seattle now and will be going to "The Lion King" Broadway musical tonight for Valentine's Day.

I hope you have (had) a nice Valentine's Day. I'm assuming by the time you get this it will probably be after the fact!

By the way, my name is Kim...just so you don't have to think I don't have a name other than disneymom8589.

Thanks Kim yes I had a lovely valentines day. I got a lovely bouquet and we went out last night for an Indian meal.

Ah - Seattle - as in Sleepless in Seattle. I link a lot of states / towns to the films I've heard off it helps me to remember.

We live in the North East of England - No where near London - infact we are far closer to Scotland than London. We live right on the coast which we both love.

 

[MrsJobba1]

166 days till we cruise !

 

[MsLeFever]

166 days till we cruise !

Hooray!!!!!

I'm in for gift bags and would also be interested in fish extenders if anyone else wanted to play!

Maybe the Dis kids could do the FEs! Each of my kids would take a day.

Barbara

 

[joycsk]

Hooray!!!!!

I'm in for gift bags and would also be interested in fish extenders if anyone else wanted to play!

Maybe the Dis kids could do the FEs! Each of my kids would take a day.

Barbara

I wish it were 16 days, but I'll take 160ish. We are happy to do a gift bag. If kids want to do FEs, I think that's a great idea so it doesn't get too complicated.

Kim, I hope you liked Lion King. I've seen it on tour and it's pretty amazing. Helen, I don't know what you'll be up for in NY, but the stage show of Little Mermaid is Gorgeous.

How formal are many of you thinking for formal night? (Now Helen has me thinking about packing!) One our prior 4 day cruise, it didn't seem as though people got really dressed up. (I'd actually rather not pack something just for that, but if people are planning to get very formal, I'll think about it.)

Also, I know that Helen posted something about the dining rotation and changes to it. Do you still have that information? I'm trying to figure out when to go to Palo for dinner.

On a last note, I'm sorry I can't scuba (low level asthma and way too much sinus scar tissue), but my DH and I will definitely be snorkling if anyone is looking at those excursions. We're looking for a recommendation at St. Maarten - I've already booked sea lions for St. Thomas!

Thanks all! Happy Presidents' Day to all. (Helen, like a bank holiday celebrating Washington and Lincoln. No School! )

 

[disneymom8589]

I wish it were 16 days, but I'll take 160ish. We are happy to do a gift bag. If kids want to do FEs, I think that's a great idea so it doesn't get too complicated.

Kim, I hope you liked Lion King. I've seen it on tour and it's pretty amazing. Helen, I don't know what you'll be up for in NY, but the stage show of Little Mermaid is Gorgeous.

How formal are many of you thinking for formal night? (Now Helen has me thinking about packing!) One our prior 4 day cruise, it didn't seem as though people got really dressed up. (I'd actually rather not pack something just for that, but if people are planning to get very formal, I'll think about it.)

Also, I know that Helen posted something about the dining rotation and changes to it. Do you still have that information? I'm trying to figure out when to go to Palo for dinner.

On a last note, I'm sorry I can't scuba (low level asthma and way too much sinus scar tissue), but my DH and I will definitely be snorkling if anyone is looking at those excursions. We're looking for a recommendation at St. Maarten - I've already booked sea lions for St. Thomas!

Thanks all! Happy Presidents' Day to all. (Helen, like a bank holiday celebrating Washington and Lincoln. No School! )

We absolutely loved "The Lion King"! It was phenomenal!

As for what I'm wearing for formal night, our DD is getting married two weeks prior to the cruise and I will bring the dress I am wearing, plus my DH (Dave) is buying me an extra dress! I think I found the dresses this weekend at a bridal shop. They are both chiffon, tea-length. I'm not sure which of the two I will be wearing for the formal night. DH is wearing a suit and tie.

I am enjoying Presidents' Day off as I'm a teacher.

 

[MrsJobba1]

I wish it were 16 days, but I'll take 160ish. We are happy to do a gift bag. If kids want to do FEs, I think that's a great idea so it doesn't get too complicated.

Kim, I hope you liked Lion King. I've seen it on tour and it's pretty amazing. Helen, I don't know what you'll be up for in NY, but the stage show of Little Mermaid is Gorgeous.

How formal are many of you thinking for formal night? (Now Helen has me thinking about packing!) One our prior 4 day cruise, it didn't seem as though people got really dressed up. (I'd actually rather not pack something just for that, but if people are planning to get very formal, I'll think about it.)

Also, I know that Helen posted something about the dining rotation and changes to it. Do you still have that information? I'm trying to figure out when to go to Palo for dinner.

On a last note, I'm sorry I can't scuba (low level asthma and way too much sinus scar tissue), but my DH and I will definitely be snorkling if anyone is looking at those excursions. We're looking for a recommendation at St. Maarten - I've already booked sea lions for St. Thomas!

Thanks all! Happy Presidents' Day to all. (Helen, like a bank holiday celebrating Washington and Lincoln. No School! )

Hi all,

Happy presidents day to you all too!

In NY I am having a Dis re-uion from our med cruise and meeting up with four couples who live NY / Phiilly. We are planning on going to see Wicked on broadway. I've also booked an evening dinner cruise which sounds really good.

I will see if I can get a recent Eastern Dinner plan.

Dave tends to bring his suit and I will bring a couple of long dresses to use for formal / semi formal. My problem is my shoes my last cruise I brought 10 pairs and Dave was not very happy

Actually the pic I posted was taken on formal night.

Have a good day - I'm off out with friends as we are going to see HIgh school musical at the theatre.

Take care
Helen x

 

[MrsJobba1]

We absolutely loved "The Lion King"! It was phenomenal!

As for what I'm wearing for formal night, our DD is getting married two weeks prior to the cruise and I will bring the dress I am wearing, plus my DH (Dave) is buying me an extra dress! I think I found the dresses this weekend at a bridal shop. They are both chiffon, tea-length. I'm not sure which of the two I will be wearing for the formal night. DH is wearing a suit and tie.

I am enjoying Presidents' Day off as I'm a teacher.

Kim I did note realise you were a teacher too - what grade?


I teach yr1 here in the UK 5-6 yr olds

 

[joycsk]

Kim I did note realise you were a teacher too - what grade?


I teach yr1 here in the UK 5-6 yr olds

Hi, Kim and Helen.

Kim, I teach HS Latin - mostly 9th and 10th grade in a suburb of Philadelphia. Barbara teaches also. Theatre, I think.

Helen, I am SO excited that you are seeing Wicked. My family - including my 8 yr old, have seen it twice on tour. It is my daughter's favorite musical - and she has now seen a number of live shows - including Dis LK, LM, B+B, Annie, Dr. Doolittle, Peter Pan. One caution, it _is_ a good idea to read Wicked prior to seeing it. My mother has now seen it at least 3 times. The first time she saw it, she didn't like it, mostly because she didn't understand what was happening. I told her that she _had_ to read it. Once she did, she enjoyed her second and third shows immensely. It is a tough read. Maguire's quite wordy and political. If you like Wicked and haven't read it, Confessions of an Ugly Stepsister is great. The Snow White book was pretty dreadful. I did read it all the way through, and kinda wanted my time back. It never went anywhere. Deeply disappointing. I never get to do much reading during the school year - and I hate it when I "waste" my reading time.
Anyway, I'll try to stop rambling for now! - What I should be doing!

 

[marcij]

Dave tends to bring his suit and I will bring a couple of long dresses to use for formal / semi formal. My problem is my shoes my last cruise I brought 10 pairs and Dave was not very happy

Actually the pic I posted was taken on formal night.

Have a good day - I'm off out with friends as we are going to see HIgh school musical at the theatre.

Take care
Helen x

He sees a problem with 10 pairs of shoes? 10 isn't too many, especially taking in to account we HAVE TO have dress shoes, tennis shoes, dressy sandals, casual sandals, beach shoes, house shoes...the list goes on and on. And we can't be expected to wear the same color with everything. And, your trip is much longer than just a week. All things considered, 10 pairs of shoes seems too few!

Can you tell I'm shoe girl, too!

I'm excited about a 3 p.m. meet on the first day. I had so much fun at the last DIS meet on the Magic. For those who have never done this, there is a lot of flexibility on items to exchange. Some people brought gift bags full of items and some people brought one thing to exchange, like a postcard from their hometown or a pencil. It's just fun getting to meet people in person vs. over the DIS.

I'm also glad to see more frequest posts. Is everyone getting more excited? I booked this trip January 08, so it seemed like forever to wait, and now it seems more real.

 

[MrsJobba1]

Nothing wrong with being a shoe girl !

I need to go and see the new film - confessions of a shopaholic I have read the books by Sophie Kinsella and its so me ! lol

I just checked and this is the info taken from a navigator for the St Maarten one on wdwinfo.com. It is a current one from January 2009 -Formal night was Sunday, Pirate Night Tuesday, Thurs Semi Formal - Capts Gala.

This of course could change but hope it helps

BTW

165 days and counting LOL

 

[disneymom8589]

Kim I did note realise you were a teacher too - what grade?


I teach yr1 here in the UK 5-6 yr olds

How fun that you're a teacher, too! I teach 2nd grade - 7 & 8 year olds. I taught kindergarten for 16 years - 5 & 6 year olds.

 

[disneymom8589]

Hi, Kim and Helen.

Kim, I teach HS Latin - mostly 9th and 10th grade in a suburb of Philadelphia. Barbara teaches also. Theatre, I think.

Helen, I am SO excited that you are seeing Wicked. My family - including my 8 yr old, have seen it twice on tour. It is my daughter's favorite musical - and she has now seen a number of live shows - including Dis LK, LM, B+B, Annie, Dr. Doolittle, Peter Pan. One caution, it _is_ a good idea to read Wicked prior to seeing it. My mother has now seen it at least 3 times. The first time she saw it, she didn't like it, mostly because she didn't understand what was happening. I told her that she _had_ to read it. Once she did, she enjoyed her second and third shows immensely. It is a tough read. Maguire's quite wordy and political. If you like Wicked and haven't read it, Confessions of an Ugly Stepsister is great. The Snow White book was pretty dreadful. I did read it all the way through, and kinda wanted my time back. It never went anywhere. Deeply disappointing. I never get to do much reading during the school year - and I hate it when I "waste" my reading time.
Anyway, I'll try to stop rambling for now! - What I should be doing!

Wow! It sounds like we'll have a nice group of teachers on the cruise! I teach 2nd grade.

 

[disneymom8589]

He sees a problem with 10 pairs of shoes? 10 isn't too many, especially taking in to account we HAVE TO have dress shoes, tennis shoes, dressy sandals, casual sandals, beach shoes, house shoes...the list goes on and on. And we can't be expected to wear the same color with everything. And, your trip is much longer than just a week. All things considered, 10 pairs of shoes seems too few!

Can you tell I'm shoe girl, too!

I'm excited about a 3 p.m. meet on the first day. I had so much fun at the last DIS meet on the Magic. For those who have never done this, there is a lot of flexibility on items to exchange. Some people brought gift bags full of items and some people brought one thing to exchange, like a postcard from their hometown or a pencil. It's just fun getting to meet people in person vs. over the DIS.

I'm also glad to see more frequest posts. Is everyone getting more excited? I booked this trip January 08, so it seemed like forever to wait, and now it seems more real.

I'm getting very excited for the cruise! This will be for our 25th anniversary. Dave and I are looking forward to the DIS meet, so we can put faces to names!

Kim

 

[ScubaD]

Thanks Kim yes I had a lovely valentines day. I got a lovely bouquet and we went out last night for an Indian meal.

Ah - Seattle - as in Sleepless in Seattle. I link a lot of states / towns to the films I've heard off it helps me to remember.

We live in the North East of England - No where near London - infact we are far closer to Scotland than London. We live right on the coast which we both love.

Yes, Sleepless in Seattle. And if you remeber the scene where Tom Hanks and his son are in their little boat and then playing on the beach, Kim and I grew up there. In fact I had an aunt who lived maybe a block or two from where they filmed that scene. It is known as Alki Beach, and I have done some diving in that area. And it is cold water diving.

For Dave's interest, one of Jacque Costeau's (sp) favorite spots to dive was in Puget Sound. The world's largest octopus live in these waters. When I was a young lad (English phrase) my dad took us down to see the Calypso when it was in Seattle.

Dave

 

[MrsJobba1]

164 daysand counting

 

[MsLeFever]

There are so many teachers among us because it is the summer! My parents, who are taking us on the cruise for their 50th wedding anniv. are both retired teachers. Mom taught 2nd, 4th and middle school social studies, Dad taught elementary and junior high instrumental music. My sister-in-law coaches "winter guard" - which I'm just learning about - sort of cheerleading without a team - just flags and ribbons and gymnastics.

My kids and I all had classes on Monday - they'd had too many snow days and needed to catch up.

Excursion-wise we are looking at a snorkel thing with a pirate cruise at one of the stops and my son wants to parasail at Castaway. He wants to fish somewhere too - anyone done any of that?

I'm costuming a production of Godspell that opens tomorrow - then my Miracle Worker starts rehearsal on Monday. Both of my kids are going to be in it - which will either be great fun - or a huge pain in the hiney - time will tell.

 

[MsLeFever]

Oh - I forgot -

You are going to love Wicked - great music, fabulous sets and it hits the emotions pretty hard too!

I second the idea to read the book - the play lives on its own pretty well but there are elements that are sort of unexplained that will make more sense if you've read the book. Although - I think the show is better than the book - it is pretty dang dense.