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

[marcij]

Hi Helen! I'm glad that school is out for a while starting tomorrow. How long is your break?

Monica -- that is so scary! You take care!

As for excursions, I have no idea. My boys love digging in the sand on the beach, so we will probably do that. As long as I have a book, a drink, an umbrella and chair, I like that too!

We are still spending all our time at baseball practices/games/tournaments, but that should be over on the 26th. I so need a break from evening/weekend events.

Have a great day everyone!

Marci

 

[MrsJobba1]

Hi all,

Just a quick message.

I am really upset, Floss my youngest dog has had a fit this afternoon. Dh was out with the 3 dogs when Floss ran past him with her head to one side she then totally keeled over. Dh screamed and the land lady of the pub where he'd parked his car came out. SHe took the other 2 dogs whilst DH picked up floss (who was stiff) and carried her to the car. He has taken her to the vet hosptial and she has come round and seems herself (although a bit down). The vets have carried out lots of tests and ran her blood and its all come back ok.

We have been told the next 24hrs are important to keep an eye on her. I am really shock up. I know to some people there just dogs but they are my family as I can't have chn.

To top it all we are supposed to be going away for the weekend as we have tickets for a concert. This we have had to miss.

I had been so excited about going away now IM sitting crying. worrying.

Sorry for blabbering on

Take care
Helen x

 

[marcij]

Oh my gosh, Helen. Sending lots of prayers to Floss, you and Dave. I wish I was closer so I could really help in some way. Please give us an update when you can.

Marci

 

[MrsJobba1]

Oh my gosh, Helen. Sending lots of prayers to Floss, you and Dave. I wish I was closer so I could really help in some way. Please give us an update when you can.

Marci

Hi Marci,

Thank you so much for your kind words, you dont know how much I appreciate them.
Floss seems to be herself again today. However the vet has said the next 24-48 hrs are critical. I've finished school today, but I don't have the end of term happy buzz.

I will update you later.

Once again, thanks again its a great comfort knowing there is someone who I can talk to (even if its just typing).
Helen x

 

[MrsJobba1]

Hi

Thank you so much for your support and prayers -it has been such a comfort.

Just got back from vets. Floss has recovered from her fit. She has also made it through the crucial 48hrs without having another one.

All the blood tests have come back normal.


Now we dont no whether this was a one of (which the vet said it could be) or the onset of epilepsy. It all depends if she has any more.

It did give both Dave and myself a real fright. It was a horrible weekend but I'm glad its over.

Thankyou again for your kindness.

 

[MrsJobba1]

Hi all,

Just wanted to welcome any one who is lurking out there. Currently we have 4 families on our cruise. Please feel free to join in . You are more than welcome. We are here to help each other plan and enjoy the cruise!

 

[MsLeFever]

Wow! That sounds terrifying! I'm glad to read that she seems better now. Sounds like she got good care right away.

 

[MsLeFever]

Re - excursions...

Maybe it is because we are first time cruisers but nothing that is off of the boat seems really exciting to me yet.

My son (10) wants to fish and so does my dad so I'm sure they'll be doing that at some point.

I also told him that we'd parasail at Castaway - he's pretty thrilled about that.

DH wants to snorkel, I guess DS does too.

Any recommendations??

 

[marcij]

Hi

Thank you so much for your support and prayers -it has been such a comfort.

Just got back from vets. Floss has recovered from her fit. She has also made it through the crucial 48hrs without having another one.

All the blood tests have come back normal.


Now we dont no whether this was a one of (which the vet said it could be) or the onset of epilepsy. It all depends if she has any more.

It did give both Dave and myself a real fright. It was a horrible weekend but I'm glad its over.

Thankyou again for your kindness.

Oh my -- I'm glad all seems well now. Sending more prayers that it was just a one-time event. Now enjoy your break from school!

 

[MrsJobba1]

I'm so excited as I've paid my cruise off today

I thought with the exchange rate being so good for us ($2 for £1) - I would bite the bullet so to speak.

With the credit crunch I did not want to risk the exchange rate dropping before I'd paid.

What was really funny - I have the DCL horn as my sound effect telling me when I've got email. So Im on the phone to the CM from DCL when the horn goes telling me about Marci's posting. The CM thought it so funny that she could hear the horn all the way in th UK

Well we are going away tomorrow for a two week trip in our Motorhome (RV) Just need to pack it up this afternoon. Fingers x that it won't rain too much and that all the dogs manage a week with out illness.

Take care
H x

 

[MsLeFever]

Hooray for paid off trips!

 

[Liltx]

Helen,

I am so sorry to hear about your sweet dog. Bear had something like that once when his tongue was just hanging out staring into space then he couldn't stop panting and his heart was racing. They actually gave him vallium which made him act drunk, poor guy. This was MANY years ago and nothing like that since. Hopefully it will be the same for Floss.

My oldest went to Princess Camp today at her dance school. My youngest almost had a fit when she heard sister was having a Princess Lunch. I know she thought she was having lunch at Cinderella castle because later she said "OK, now we go get sister at the castle." I felt bad for her so we made cupcakes. Pink and blue icing did the trick.

I wish my trip was paid off. We aren't going to pay for ours until dh gets his Christmas bonus. I guess at that point we will put in extra to cover all of the expenses onboard. Anyone know what they do if you have money left over?

Hope everyone has a nice weekend. I am having a girlfriend's weekend. The five of us are staying at my friend's house on the river and visiting some Texas wineries.

Monica

 

[MsLeFever]

The last of our passports came today! Now we can go!

We're heading up to visit my parents in western NY next week, we might go to Niagara Falls and give the passports a test drive. We don't really need them (yet) to get into Canada but they should make it easier.

Wow - I remember when you just sorta waved at the border guards and drove thru. Those days are gone.

 

[marcij]

Helen,

I am so sorry to hear about your sweet dog. Bear had something like that once when his tongue was just hanging out staring into space then he couldn't stop panting and his heart was racing. They actually gave him vallium which made him act drunk, poor guy. This was MANY years ago and nothing like that since. Hopefully it will be the same for Floss.

My oldest went to Princess Camp today at her dance school. My youngest almost had a fit when she heard sister was having a Princess Lunch. I know she thought she was having lunch at Cinderella castle because later she said "OK, now we go get sister at the castle." I felt bad for her so we made cupcakes. Pink and blue icing did the trick.

I wish my trip was paid off. We aren't going to pay for ours until dh gets his Christmas bonus. I guess at that point we will put in extra to cover all of the expenses onboard. Anyone know what they do if you have money left over?

Hope everyone has a nice weekend. I am having a girlfriend's weekend. The five of us are staying at my friend's house on the river and visiting some Texas wineries.

Monica

I've put money on our account for expenses ahead of time but never had any left over so I can't help you. Hopefully someone else will answer you.

Sounds like a terrific girls weekend! We finished up an AAYBA world series tournament in Flower Mound this past week. Baseball is finally over for the summer. About time, as it was 105 yesterday...

The last of our passports came today! Now we can go!

We're heading up to visit my parents in western NY next week, we might go to Niagara Falls and give the passports a test drive. We don't really need them (yet) to get into Canada but they should make it easier.

Wow - I remember when you just sorta waved at the border guards and drove thru. Those days are gone.

Congrats on the passports arriving!

I needed some form of ID for the world series tournament my son was just in. I started to use the passport, instead of the original or certified birth certificate but was afraid I would forget to get it back and we are taking a quick trip out of the country later this week. It would be just like me to forget to get it back or not be able to find the coach.

Helen -- congrats on paying off the trip! Unfortunately for U.S. citizens, it doesn't look like the dollar will rebound any time soon. Our economy stinks over here, and with the jump in gas prices over the last year, it isn't going to get better any time soon, but I don't blame you for not taking a gamble.

Depending on what the exchange rate is next year, you might just bring empty suitcases and buy everything here before you leave on the cruise. I have a Brit friend from another thread and that is what she and her husband do.

 

[MrsJobba1]

Hi all,

Just checking in from our holiday.

Things are really good -surprisingly the weather has been great. We've only had a couple of showers yesterday.

We were at a flyball competition yesterday and had fun -Floss and daves' team came 2nd their division, whilst Ben and my team came first in our division. so there was only a little gloating last night.

The good news is
This time next year we will be on the magic

I hope you are all having a great summer

Take care

Helen xx

 

[marcij]

Hi Helen. I'm glad you guys are having fun and doing well in the competition. I think a little gloating is definitely justifiable!

Hooray for next summer!

 

[MrsJobba1]

Hi Guys,
Well we got back from our holiday last night - The weather really held out for us which was great!

Ok

So I've spent all day assembling some new shoe racks (4 )and I still do not have enough storage for my shoes. (i've ordered another 2)

How I would love to have a big walk in wardrobe like you have in America -

Well as I've been sorting I've had stuff all over the bedroom. hall, den etc
(I dont think Dave knew I had that many He said are all women like this?
Well I know my mam and my aunties are (must be gentetic)

I have about 30 pairs of boots and about 60 pairs of sandals / shoes -

Do you think I have a problem

Dont get me started on the bags - I have nowhere to put them currently every door handle in my house has a bout 5 hung on them.

Just wondering where do you stand on this subject am I alone in my problem

Take care H

PS when I cruise I limit myself and bring 10 pairs of sandals / shoes - which is hard.

 

[marcij]

You are not alone! I only have a few pairs of boots, since we aren't very cold here, but I have tons of shoes/sandals. I'd guess well over 200 counting crocs. I don't have that many purses -- the ones I buy are pricey so I don't buy very often, but I do have tons of backpacks of all sizes and tote bags. I try to defend my purchases by talking about how many hats my hubby buys, but he always points out the price difference...

I'm glad you had a great holiday Helen.

 

[MrsJobba1]

Thanks Marci-

Well its nearly getting to the time when I can book my flights and DVC portion of our holiday. I have been planning it like a military operation

We are hoping (if all works to plan and we get the reservations we want ) to do this.

July 19th Fly to Orlando - (stay @ BWV) 5 nights till 24th

24th July fly to NY - stay for 6 nights till 30th

30th July fly back to WDW (stay @ SSR) until cruise

we are going to have 1 final night @ WDW after the cruise

fly home 9th August arrive 10th

There are still quite a few uncertainities but these are out of our control

We are waiting for DVC to announce their conceirge collection for 2009 - hopefully when they do they will still have the Loews Regency hotel NY as we would like to book this for our NY part.

We've never taken a domestic flight in the USA -is it a relatively simple- how far out do you normally book?

Oh well got to go and get some work done

Take care

Helen

 

[MsLeFever]

Helen - that sounds like a dream vacation!

When I book flights I usually look about six months out - and it seems the earlier I book the better deal I get. Whenever I decide to put it off for a bit it always costs me more!

I've got about 2 weeks before we are all back to school. DH is working on his Masters degree this year - and should be all finished with it by cruise time! I'm directing a show and teaching four classes (which is an overload of one course) Plus doing at least 2 individual instructions!

Mom and Dad are hoping that my brother and I throw them in a 50th party in June (the actual date of their 50th) so I need to start saving for that too. Not sure exactly what they are expecting though!