August 23-30, 2003 "Welcome Home Fellow Cruisers--Trip Report Completed"

[Verandah Man]

Originally posted by danjulia
I'm not on this cruise, but a very good friend of mine is - "allshookup".

My family was dealing with some bad news and I forgot to call and wish her bon voyage before she left for Florida. Please let Diane know when you see her at the Radisson or on the ship, that Sue wishes her a happy trip and to toast us from her verandah!!!

Thank you so much and have an awesome cruise!

I wrote myself a note, and I will give your wishes to Diane Friday night at our "Poolside Bon voyage Pizza Party" at the Radisson.

 

[Verandah Man]

Originally posted by steveandtonya
Thanks for the birthday greeting, Andy. I appreciate it. I hope all of you have a wonderful time. Be careful to pace yourself. Your heart might not take it. LOL

Steve

Yea, that's the price we pay for getting O-L-D!!!

LOL!!!

 

[Verandah Man]

Originally posted by PizzieDuster
I just wanted to chim in and say
"I'm so jealous"

I can't wait until 5/8/04!

It's been so exciting watching you all prepare for your trip!

Have the best time and I want a detailed trip report from y all!
I just wanted to wish u all a bon voyage!

I'll be in Las Vegas on 8/23 and you can bet I'll play those numbers on the roulette wheel!


Good luck to all !~ Can't wait to hear from you when you get back!

P.S.
Post lots of pictures!

If you hit it "BIG" in vegas on #'s 8/23, I want a cut of the winnings!!!

LOL!!!

 

[Verandah Man]

Originally posted by danjulia
I'm not on this cruise, but a very good friend of mine is - "allshookup".

My family was dealing with some bad news and I forgot to call and wish her bon voyage before she left for Florida. Please let Diane know when you see her at the Radisson or on the ship, that Sue wishes her a happy trip and to toast us from her verandah!!!

Thank you so much and have an awesome cruise!

Sue, I just wanted to let you know that I printed your Bon Voyage message off for Diane, I will see that she gets it Friday night at the "Radisson DISmeet Poolside Bon Voyage Pizza Party"

 

[Jeanny]

Andy!!

Tomorrow, Tomorrow, you're leaving Tomorrow!! Your cruise is only a day away

 

[aa4mom]

This is it!! We are down to our last 24 hours!!!!!!!! This time tomorrow we should be on 93N on our way to the airport!!!
I cant believe the time has finally come. Today is going to be a crazy day- last minute packing and shopping
I CAN"T WAIT !!!

 

[Verandah Man]

Originally posted by Jeanny
Andy!!

Tomorrow, Tomorrow, you're leaving Tomorrow!! Your cruise is only a day away

OMG!!! OMG!!! OMG!!!

"You are so right, it's only a day away!!!"

Well actually 26 Hours and 46 Minutes!!!

But who's counting!!!

 

[Jeanny]

are you going to work today?? I hope you can see those meters with that big smile on your face!!!

 

[Verandah Man]

Originally posted by Jeanny
are you going to work today?? I hope you can see those meters with that big smile on your face!!!

No work today, I have a doctor's appointment at 9am that I need to be at, so, I had better start getting ready for that very soon.

 

[aa4mom]

Best of luck at the doctors. Although I am sure he will find a problem with your heart. it is too BIG!!!!!

 

[TriciaT]

I have a long day at work today 8:30 to 6:00 (or so) with a meeting over my lunch hour. I am going to try real hard to stay focused. I have butterflies in my stomach as we speak.

Trish

 

[Verandah Man]

Originally posted by aa4mom
Best of luck at the doctors. Although I am sure he will find a problem with your heart. it is too BIG!!!!!

AnnMarie, you have me ROFLMBO!!! Thanks, after all, LAUGHTER is the best MEDICINE!!!

BYW, if Tanya(DCL CM) from Mobile, Alabama who has a hubby that works for NASA is reading this, Rae told me to tell you HOWDY, and that comes from me as well!!!!!!!!!

 

[danjulia]

Thank you verandah man...have a great trip!!!

Sue

 

[lisak1]

last day at work for me too, we've got alot to do tonight and tomorrow before we leave. we'll be very busy, but very excited too! I may leave a bit early, not much going on here today anyway.

see all of you tomorrow, Trish, i'll look out for you at the airport.

 

[Jeanny]

Well for everyone leaving today, Have a safe journey. I'll be with you in spirit!! Have a great cruise and wave to the camera's at PC & Two Palms. I have to work all day Saturday, but I'm going to try to get back to my computer in my office... I'm going to try to see you guys waving as you go by TwoPalms.

Good Luck at the Dr's Andy... hey that was convenient, making a dr's appt the day before your vacation starts...smart man... hope everything is ok.

Stay Safe!!

 

[mowanda]

Hey Andy,

I don't even know you, but I feel like I have known you for a long time just from reading these messages. I just heard a song on the radio that made me think of you and all going with you. It's the new song by Kenny C., "NO SHOES, NO SHIRT, NO PROBLEMS.!!! That's what this cruise is all about right. Enjoy yourselves and have a safe and great cruise.

Mowanda(Brenda)

 

[Verandah Man]

Good Luck at the Dr's Andy... hey that was convenient, making a dr's appt the day before your vacation starts...smart man... hope everything is ok.

Actually, the doctor's appointment was just made yesterday afternoon, and I'm heading out the door right now, see y'all later!!!

 

[Verandah Man]

I am home from the doc's and he gave me a prescription for some medication that I am to take at bedtime, only as needed.

He also prescribed a week of relaxation and pampering, that's one prescription, I will gladly accept!!!

AnnMarie, the doc also said that it sounded like my heart was working on "overdrive" though, I thought you would get a kick out of that one, LOL!!!

In less than 24 Hours we will be on our way to the airport!!!

We have my brother and his family staying here to take care of our pooch, who is just a bit miffed at us, for not taking him along as well.

 

[lisak1]

I'm sure our cat will have her revenge when we get back. She's off to the "Pet Ritz". though not quite as "ritzy" as our destination, I'm sure she will get lots of TLC... though she probably won't think so!

 

[gometros]

Port Canaveral, FL (AP) - Florida State Police and US Coast Guard are on the alert for a potential threat expected to hit the east coast of Florida on Saturday. Rumors of a man masquerading as a cruise ship captain have been circulating the internet for a few weeks now and authorities are concerned that this could be a possible terrorist threat or hijacking. Calling himself Captain Veranda, this mysterious stranger is subject to fits of uncontrollable glee and hysteria and has been known to commit random acts of kindness.

Sometime seen wearing nothing more than underpants, a cape and a fake captain's hat, Captain Veranda is a known shrimp thief and is suspected to have a partner, only known as "rae". His unusual name is attributed to a lifelong desire to occupy a stateroom with a balcony and seeks out cruise ships with only this type of accommodation. He is described as medium height, medium build, and dark hair and wears glasses. He is armed and has been caught challenging unsuspecting people to duels with pianos.

Police believe his target may be the Disney Magic, since he mistakenly believes he is the real captain. Authorities are concerned that once aboard the Magic, he will subject the 2,000 plus guests to excessive mirth and outrageous behavior. The Magic will be which sailing on Saturday with a seven-day itinerary with stops in St. Martin, St. Thomas and Disney's own island in the Bahamas. Once onboard the ship, local authorities will be helpless to stop this man. People who spot anyone matching this description are urged to contact the authorities immediately and are warned not to approach the suspect, unless armed with a Bahama Mama or a Conch Cooler.