"Double Dip Delight" 09.27.2008 - Chapter 4!

[FatCat]

We are going to Nachi Cocom on Cozumel day. We were planning on eating there.......is that a bad idea?

Actually I found the food at Nachi Cocom to be surprisingly good.

The piece of grouper I had was one of the better ones I have ever had.
Also they make this seafood salad with squid and octopus with lime juice that is really authentic and tasty.

Pre-tip your server. You will get great service all day.
Also if you can get an open air massage at the massage tents. Very reasonable prices

 

[TVEPFOX]

Good Evening!

Yes, I'm up past my bedtime. I took tomorrow off to get a few things done for vacation... like everything!

I've been watching the tropics for several days... let's not get nervous, as I've said, the open Atlantic is still clear.

This is what the NHC (national hurricane center) reported at 8 pm.

1. AN AREA OF DISTURBED WEATHER...INCLUDING SOME OF THE REMNANTS OF TROPICAL STORM JOSEPHINE...IS LOCATED ABOUT 350 MILES EAST OF
THE SOUTHEASTERN BAHAMAS. DEVELOPMENT OF THIS SYSTEM...IF ANY...WILL BE SLOW TO OCCUR AS IT MOVES SLOWLY WEST-NORTHWESTWARD OVER THE NEXT COUPLE OF DAYS.

Plain English... this is a batch of storms coming together.
Take a look at the top of the yellow circle (northeast), it looks fluffy like cotton candy, not tight, very little wrap around (to create a circle, ie. storm system). That's good. There are no winds pushing it across (west), no defined eye. In fact it's being "pulled" by Ike (see lower graphic). Kind of playing follow the leader. That water is already stirred up and colder, again not productive. It's also low in the water, meaning it could swing up the coast. Yes, this "disturbance" has a very SLIGHT chance of growing into something, maybe a tropical storm, but it would be very weak and could break up over land. It's 350 miles out. Ike for example is moving at 13 to 15 miles per hour. It would take days to move. Even IF it did intensify we're going west into the Gulf.

If you want to look twice at something look at that mass on the lower right of the top graphic and the solid mass coming off Africa.

 

[ntheory]

Good Evening!

Yes, I'm up past my bedtime. I took tomorrow off to get a few things done for vacation... like everything!

I've been watching the tropics for several days... let's not get nervous, as I've said, the open Atlantic is still clear.


If you want to look twice at something look at that mass on the lower right of the top graphic and the solid mass coming off Africa.

Yeah ...... I saw that, too ......


Hope you get tons done tomorrow!!!

 

[NHdisneylover]

If Target has it cool, but Walmart.. I won't go in there.
:

I won't go there either Living here in NH that is really a pain becauase I drive past Walmart nearly every day but have to drive down to Concord for a Target The bright side of that is I only go to Target once every week or two so I probably spend less money than I would if everything were available nearby.

Okay, if the weather gets bad, it's dd Sadie's fault. She's a bad weather magnet. She's drawn bad weather to us in three continents, including the worst blizzards in a long time in southern China. If we have to get rid of her, we will. Honestly. We'll sacrifice her to the weather demons or whatever. Or maybe she'll cause our cruise to be extended because we won't be able to make it back to port. That could work.

Julie

If Sadie wants to extend our cruise I will not mind at all

 

[scoutsmom99]

Just wondering what people will be wearing that night...long gowns and tuxedo's or dresses and suits??

Gowns

For those of you going on the dolphin encounter in Cozumel, what type of bag are you bringing to keep your things in? Also, where will the bag be kept? I guess I'm wondering if there are lockers or not. Anybody know?

As far of those renting a car, don't forget to bring along proof of your auto insurance because you'll need it in order to rent a car in FL.

I'm wondering that too about the Dolphin Encounter. We will want to put our beach bag somewhere.

Is that new about the car insurance? I have never had to bring mine along in the past.

Not that I know of. It happened to me for the first time in 2003 so since then I've always brought proof of insurance, just to be safe. I'd rather have it with me than wait for it to be faxed.

Ahh which company was it with? I typically rent with National (love that Emerald Aisle) or Alamo and they never ask for proof.

I'm just wondering, how many people are sending their FE gifts straight to the ship?

I'm mailing mine down to our resort via UPS Ground on Monday should be there by Thur or Fri. I'm too afraid they will get lost of not arrive at the port if I send them there.

Lunch:

Jimmy Johns # 9
no mayo
add peppers

I passed Jimmy John's yesterday and thought of you I was tempted to stop for a #11.

Anyone else notice the new LOW pressure area in the Atlantic????? Seriously NOT FUNNY.

NOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!

I posted on the other board and found out there are complimentary lockers at Chanka.
I am just taking a beach bag with us with towels and maybe some bottled water..maybe some snacks?

Thanks for asking for us. I'm thinking we will bring towels also a changes of clothes as well.

My ear has been bothering me lately, no pain, but feels wet inside.. I thought it was wax but when I clean it, there is nothing coming out.. It clogs up or feels fuzzy when I yawn then pops..

So I went to the DR's today and was told I don't have an ear infection but I do have an infection of some kind..

She said my gland is swollen.. so I am on a 4 day Antibiotic, then ear drops for wax removal.. and back to the DR's for a recheck in 11 days..

I hope your ear starts to feel better soon Stacy.

MNSSHP: Will it get cold at night at WDW? DD will be dressed up as Tinkerbell and I am wondering if I should get her some leggings to wear with it and bring jackets for everyone. Also, how much is it to rent a stroller at WDW? Is there a limited supply, or are there plenty?

It will be hot hot hot!! You get a free stroller rental for MNSSHP!!

I'm online fighting with Sprint customer service. Lemme just say...I am SO over fighting with them!! Problems with charges, problems with new phones not working, problems with improper billing...all since we talked with the retention department in July and renewed our contract.

The latest....they were supposed to send out a new phone to me to replace the damaged one they sent in the first place. This was in July. Months later, still waiting...been told it was on backorder. Then was told last night that there was NO order at all. So that was taken care of, until we get an email today saying we'll be charged $290 for the phone.

So now they're telling me they can see the "pending" charge, but won't credit it because it MAY get posted. Uh huh. As if there's a chance it won't? I ask...why can't you credit my account for the $290 since you SEE it is going to be charged, and then if it is double credited, Sprint can fix that problem. She tells me I have to call BACK again when I'm charged so they can take it off. Grrrrrrr.....I have a headache

Sorry to unload all that boring complaining on you all...

Now back to your magical discussions

Heather that is so frustrating

 

[Magic3forme]

Stacy: hope your ear is feeling better. earaches are the worst.


Shell: still havent peeked. lol.

 

[ntheory]

Seriously, Val? LOL!!! I think you might be the only one. I hope it's worth the wait.

 

[NHdisneylover]

Seriously, Val? LOL!!! I think you might be the only one. I hope it's worth the wait.

I haven't peaked either . I LIKE surprises.

 

[buddydecat]

Finally got cruise papers. Does DCL typically send info about formal, semi-formal, pirate nights? There was nothing about those in my papers.

Thanks to all for sharing. If it wasn't for this board, I wouldn't have known.

 

[scoutsmom99]

I may have missed this along the way, but did this get e-mailed out yet? I'm trying to go through and print stuff out tonight for my trip and I can't remember if we got this yet or not.

 

[anewmac]

I'm online fighting with Sprint customer service. Lemme just say...I am SO over fighting with them!! Problems with charges, problems with new phones not working, problems with improper billing...all since we talked with the retention department in July and renewed our contract.

OH I HATE SPRINT ( I call them another word.. but I dont think its appropriate here LOL) I used to have cingular/att and never had issues. Since we got Sprint almost 3 yrs ago (E wanted to switch since he thought they got better reception on base.. they dont LOL) nothing but problems with them I feel your pain Heather!

Okay, if the weather gets bad, it's dd Sadie's fault. She's a bad weather magnet. She's drawn bad weather to us in three continents, including the worst blizzards in a long time in southern China. If we have to get rid of her, we will. Honestly. We'll sacrifice her to the weather demons or whatever. Or maybe she'll cause our cruise to be extended because we won't be able to make it back to port. That could work.

Julie

we can go longer that works for me... yet that would mess up my post cruise stay and WDW time LOL

I won't go there either Living here in NH that is really a pain becauase I drive past Walmart nearly every day but have to drive down to Concord for a Target The bright side of that is I only go to Target once every week or two so I probably spend less money than I would if everything were available nearby.

Try working right next to one... ITS HORRIBLE... (Target that is.. im there at LEAST once a week)

Seriously, Val? LOL!!! I think you might be the only one. I hope it's worth the wait.

nope me either! actually I forgot about it.. but now.. lol jk

I may have missed this along the way, but did this get e-mailed out yet? I'm trying to go through and print stuff out tonight for my trip and I can't remember if we got this yet or not.

hmm noope I dont think it was, I havent seen it come our way yet.

 

[Buckeye Gal]

I am *SO* excited!! DM and DGM came down tonight to drop off my dresses and ensure they fit. DGM did an awesome job on them! Too bad I have to decide on only one of them for this cruise!

Furthermore, she brought my pirate costume. It has turned out to be EXACTLY what I had in mind. I am so thrilled. More great news....I don't think the marabou needs to be on the hat. So that dreadful task that I've been avoiding is off the list!

Grandmother didn't get to see me in the costume, so I took a photo and emailed it to her. It's so hard not to share with you guys. I can't wait for us all to get a lifestyle photo taken of us in our costumes!

Heather....UGH. Soooo sorry! My brother works for Sprint in Overland Park, KS and prior to that, here in Ohio. I told him years ago that I dropped them for a list of reasons (primarily technical service) and would never go back. I would love to support him, but when even he says he thinks their cellular services stink, I don't feel so bad! In fact, a few times he's seriously considered changing to a competitor's service.

Seriously, Val? LOL!!! I think you might be the only one. I hope it's worth the wait.

HEY! What about me?!! I didn't peek either!!

...Yes, I'm up past my bedtime. I took tomorrow off to get a few things done for vacation... like everything!

I've been watching the tropics for several days... let's not get nervous, as I've said, the open Atlantic is still clear.....

Thanks for taking time out to give us an update! Good luck with chiseling that list!

I may have missed this along the way, but did this get e-mailed out yet? I'm trying to go through and print stuff out tonight for my trip and I can't remember if we got this yet or not.

No we haven't. Last I recall, Stella was going to finish those either 1 or 2 weekends ago, but we haven't heard from her since. I hope all is good for her. I do seem to recall she had a lot going on besides fun vacation work.

When it does come, of course I'll make note of it in Post #1. As fast as our thread has been moving*, I know not everyone can catch each post, so you can get your updates there, too!

* Chapter 4 is 19% full in only 8 days!

 

[anewmac]

I am *SO* excited!! DM and DGM came down tonight to drop off my dresses and ensure they fit. DGM did an awesome job on them! Too bad I have to decide on only one of them for this cruise!

Furthermore, she brought my pirate costume. It has turned out to be EXACTLY what I had in mind. I am so thrilled. More great news....I don't think the marabou needs to be on the hat. So that dreadful task that I've been avoiding is off the list!

Awww I cant wait to see everyone all dressed up.. HECK I cant wait to just see everyone LOL!

Now I wish I would have got us all pirate costumes...hmm theres still time since I havent made our pirate shirts yet

 

[anc22]

Oh, come on Kimberly! Show us the pic!

 

[roonie75]

Ok, confession time. I haven't been on the boards in months, I am not a planner like the majority of you, and I am starting to panic!

I have looked and looked but can't find quick and simple directions for a no-sew FE. Surely one of you organized clever folks have a link you can share. I have to make our FE this weekend while the kids are not home. They still do not know they are going on a cruise. I am so excited I can't stand it! So, if anyone has FE-for-Dummies instructions, please help me out. I'm dizzying from combing thread after thread and not having any luck. I would be most grateful.

 

[scoutsmom99]

I am *SO* excited!! DM and DGM came down tonight to drop off my dresses and ensure they fit. DGM did an awesome job on them! Too bad I have to decide on only one of them for this cruise!

Furthermore, she brought my pirate costume. It has turned out to be EXACTLY what I had in mind. I am so thrilled. More great news....I don't think the marabou needs to be on the hat. So that dreadful task that I've been avoiding is off the list!

Grandmother didn't get to see me in the costume, so I took a photo and emailed it to her. It's so hard not to share with you guys. I can't wait for us all to get a lifestyle photo taken of us in our costumes!

How exciting about the dresses and your pirate costume Kimberly!!

No we haven't. Last I recall, Stella was going to finish those either 1 or 2 weekends ago, but we haven't heard from her since. I hope all is good for her. I do seem to recall she had a lot going on besides fun vacation work.

When it does come, of course I'll make note of it in Post #1. As fast as our thread has been moving*, I know not everyone can catch each post, so you can get your updates there, too!

* Chapter 4 is 19% full in only 8 days!

Good to know. LOL I printed off post #1 earlier tonight so much great information in there thanks for keeping it up for us and adding all that information it is so nice to have it as a reference point

 

[anewmac]

Ok, confession time. I haven't been on the boards in months, I am not a planner like the majority of you, and I am starting to panic!

I have looked and looked but can't find quick and simple directions for a no-sew FE. Surely one of you organized clever folks have a link you can share. I have to make our FE this weekend while the kids are not home. They still do not know they are going on a cruise. I am so excited I can't stand it! So, if anyone has FE-for-Dummies instructions, please help me out. I'm dizzying from combing thread after thread and not having any luck. I would be most grateful.

found this.... hope it helps.... if not get creative, maybe cowboy hats or pirate hats turned upside down.. or plain gift bag decorated. etc..

found this in one of the f/e threads (it was posted by kimberly LOL)
http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=1219607
http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=1577933
http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=1522535
http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=1506623
http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=1500911
http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=1672984
http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=1690450

here are some directions i found

Made a rectangle pattern -- 9" x 30"
Make another rectangle pattern for pockets 9" x 6" - cut 4 sets (double - right sides together)

Put right sides together and cut one out double for front/back.

Cut a piece of felt that is 1" shorter than the pattern -- this will be your interfacing.

Cut out 4 pockets (doubled)

With right sides together, stitch top and bottom of each pocket. Turn and press flat.

Baste the felt to the wrong side of one of the pattern pieces.

Pin pockets to front of FE that you just basted, matching edges.

Baste pockets along the sides.

Sew bottom of each pocket to the front of FE. I used a decorative stitch. You could also use some type of ribbon or bias tape.

Pin back of fish extender to front with right sides together.

Stitch using 3/8" seam allowance leaving about a 3 to 4 inch section unstitched to turn the FE right side out.

Trim corners and turn right side out.

Iron flat and stitch the unstitched section closed.

At the top of the FE, turn down to make a casing to put a wooden dowel rod.

Decorate your pockets . . . depending on how you're going to decorate your pockets . . . either decorate them before you baste them to the front of the FE or after the FE is totally sewn.

Excuse my half-sewing/half-made up verbage.

Hope this helps a little.

 

[Selket]

I have looked and looked but can't find quick and simple directions for a no-sew FE. Surely one of you organized clever folks have a link you can share. I have to make our FE this weekend while the kids are not home.

If you want to throw in the towel and buy one they are to be found on Ebay. And there is a person on our cruise who sews them and sells them there .... they are so beautiful that probably random people will be stuffing your FE with money as they walk buy should you get one of hers...maybe she will email you.


I just wanted to say again that that for those going to the MNSSHP the reports I've read said the strollers are NOT free this year.

 

[skoi]

Who isn't packed? Besides us? I'm not feeling the panic setting in yet, so have zero motivation. For our first cruise, I had the suitcases lined up in the living room by now. All I've done so far is have everyone try on formal wear except Alex, because I didn't want to dress him up while he was sick. So his suit had better fit.

We had first day of preschool for the two littlest Hordlings. Two different schools, with pick up times fifteen minutes apart. I don't know how people who have kids in traditional school manage to get everyone up, fed, dressed and out to different locations smoothly, then go pick up again. We have got to get a system down. I even packed up the night before. This morning, only Alex goes so it'll be a breeze.

Julie

 

[videoman]

Still not packed here yet either!!!!!!!

I let me wife pack for us all and that is a day I stay far away from her