"Double Dip Delight" Alternate Western 09/27/08

[pfishgirl]

How far is it from the airport to the port? We are probably using FL tours to pick us up at the Hyatt and bring us over.

Thanks,
Crissi

It's about 45 minutes from the airport to the port

 

[pfishgirl]

I will be like pfishgirl and have one of everything! Although, I have a dog and am thinking about ordering her a shirt too. . . She already has a pocket in my FE.

Awwwww You will have to remind us and I will bring a Special present for the puppy

 

[crissichef]

No No No PLEASE don't jinx us The last time we did the Western we did get to go to Costa Maya and ended up in Nassau I was upset for weeks..

Oh no, I'm sooooo sorry. I went on a cruise with my family as a teenager and we were so excited to go the Bahamas until we docked in Nassau, YUK!!

I guess we'll just have to keep our fingers crossed, and our toes, etc. !

Crissi

 

[Buckeye Gal]

On the main thread, someone posted this link. Awe....very disappointing for us.

http://stardate.org/nightsky/moon/index.php?month=9&year=2008&css=moon.css&Submit=Go

 

[NHdisneylover]

Hi All,
Dave and I had a lovely fall day (my favourite season also Kimberly) without the kids today (though I keep thinking about my sweet girl worrying herself silly in between all the fun she's having ). The leaves North of here are at their peak. We drove up, took a zipline tour, had lunch at a lvoely hotel (The Mount Washington), rode the oldest Cog railway in the world to the top of Mount Washington (now been there, done that, no need to repeat, glad we didn't have the kids, but I am glad we did it once and KNOW--the auto road to the top on the other hand is VERY worthiwhile if any of you ever visit up this way), did some outlet shopping and had dinner at one of our favourite places on the way home. A busy, fun day doing things the kids would not have enjoyed

I won't be ordering shirts/bags until closer to Christmas but I do agree to leave Costa Maya up as it is very unlikely we would know of a change in time to even order a shirt if there does end up being one. And I REALLLY hope we do not have to go to Nassua. DCL if you are rading this PLEASE PLEASE go somewhere else, anywhere else if we cannot get into Costa Maya

Like Erik I plan to arrive at the port (with my family of course) around 10:00 and hand out those lanyards and name tags so we can all indentify one another right off the bat.

 

[pfishgirl]

On the main thread, someone posted this link. Awe....very disappointing for us.

http://stardate.org/nightsky/moon/index.php?month=9&year=2008&css=moon.css&Submit=Go

But wouldn't we get to see more Stars and Stuff

 

[MAGICFOR2]

Thanks everyone for your encouragement! We are still excited to sail - even if we have to leave one DS home. We did do DL with them last year, so maybe it's just Ryan's turn.

No! Not Nassau - we want Grand Cayman!!! We don't want a back to back 3 and 4 disguised as a 7 day!

I don't know when we'll get to port - we plan on having a leisurely breakfast at the Hyatt, I think, and with the baby - who knows I'm sure we'll be there for lunch. Hadley and Erik, nice of you to be the "welcoming committee!" Maybe I can convince everyone to "shake a leg" and get there in time to see some of you before we board!

 

[Buckeye Gal]

But wouldn't we get to see more Stars and Stuff

Oh absolutely. I personally love seeing the moonlight reflecting on the ocean and when possible, getting a great photo of the moon and its reflection.

 

[Belle1997]

Hi all just got off the Wonder and booked the 7 night Magic we love the the cruise so much staying on it for another week too

Here is our details to add to your list Ruth and Glenn room 6647.

Our there any highlights I should know so I do not need to read back 8months of posts hehe.

We are excited because it will be coming out of dry dock after a month. Any hints on anything new they will be doing?

 

[Buckeye Gal]

Welcome, Ruth and Glenn!!!! How exciting that you just got back! Let us know if you do a TR!!

You are joined by another Canadian family from Ontario (deb123453)! There are also cruisers coming from Ottawa and Toronto. I also took a look, and it appears there are at least 4 other DISers with rooms near you!! See....you fit in with us already!!

As you've already noted, our thread has quite a busy bunch of chatters! As the Cast Roll Call List keeper, let me suggest that you check out Post 577 (link in my signature) to see if there's anything else listed there that you would like to share about yourselves. There's a new website currently underdevelopment (the old one is found in a link under my signature), and the information you give me will get posted up there!

Post 577 is also a good "go-to" thread to see what kind of activites we've been talking about. If you have other suggestions, please share!!! For some of the activities that may make you say "Hmmm...what is that?!", I tried to add links to other posts that discuss it. Certainly ask if there's anything you want to know more about. This post also has info about locating our cruise logo so you can use it for door magnets, your siggy, or whatever you choose.

As for passenger enhancements post drydock, I believe it was Jeff (Epperbiker) who said he recently got off a cruise, and during some on-board tour, they alluded that Animator's Palate will become "state of the art again". I'll let him elaborate on that! Personally, that's the only "leak" of what's to come that I've heard about.

Looking forward to getting to know you!!

 

[nenner1]

We plan to arrive at the port between 9:30 and 10....

We got there at 9:30 on our last cruise and were among the first five or so vehicles in to check in/luggage drop off but b/c we didn't split up we only got a boarding pass #3. Not that it mattered, the difference in boarding time between a 1/2 and a 3 was less than 30 seconds. We enjoy spending time in the terminal, too...believe me it flies by! Before you know it you are on the boat!

We were checking prices and availiablity of this cruise online to get an idea of what will be facing us at the booking desk this week where we were hoping to upgrade and get the discount/sbc. Although judging by the activity in this thread I should've known...but I was *shocked* to hear the lower priced categories were sold out...no 11 or 12 and only a couple of 9 and 10's on the lower decks. The prices for the rest of them had jumped significantly too. We are indeed on our way to selling out this boat and taking over!!
Kimberly, I'll let you know next week if you need to change our room #......probably not though...

Tiffany and Doug! See you soon!!!!!!!

The laundry and luggage are calling my name!

 

[Buckeye Gal]

We've had a lot of new hot topics and things going on during this past week here on the DISboard! Gotta love it!

So in the spirit of staying with the times, for those of you who are "old timers" here, I thought I would make you aware that in addition to the typical "interesting stats" that get updated, I have made some additions to Post 577 in the past week.

• Pre-Cruise Friday Night Accommodations
  (We can have this tidbit included on the website, too. I think many will appreciate knowing if they can have a pre-cruise DIS meets near the pool or in the lobby at their hotel. Note that as some of you have been mentioning in your posts where you're staying, I've made note of it. I'll continue to keep my eyes open for this info so you don't feel you have to make an extra step to PM or Hotmail me.)
• Cruise Logo Link
• Logo Merchandise Info
• DDD Customized Lanyards
  (BTW, make sure I have names of family/friends you've recruited to come with us so their lanyard name tag will be customized as well.)

 

[Buckeye Gal]

...We were checking prices and availiablity of this cruise online to get an idea of what will be facing us at the booking desk this week where we were hoping to upgrade and get the discount/sbc. Although judging by the activity in this thread I should've known...but I was *shocked* to hear the lower priced categories were sold out...no 11 or 12 and only a couple of 9 and 10's on the lower decks. The prices for the rest of them had jumped significantly too. We are indeed on our way to selling out this boat and taking over!!

Funny you mentioned the price increase. I looked this up last night, and for our Cat 7 that was booked at the end of April, it's gone up $214/pp. The last I checked, which was about 3 weeks ago, if I recall correctly, it had only gone up about $40/pp. I also noticed Cat 11 and 12 were gone...and I know Cat 7 has been GTY only since before August 6. Clearly supply and demand are coming into play now!

Jen, I'll cross my fingers that you can get an upgrade at a decent price!!

 

[anewmac]

Please excuse me for not being so vocal the last week or so. Monday my dad passed away. It was somewhat unexpected yet somewhat a prayer answered. We found out he had cancer about a month prior they dr's told him 6months to 2yrs and we just thought we had more time.... but mom and I belive it was for the better. He had lost a lot of weight, he had be come weak, and couldnt sleep well. Food didnt taste good to him and we could tell he was in pain also. He would have never wanted for anyone to see him in a worse state, and we would have never wanted to see him suffer. I truly belive he is in a better place then the hell he was in here!

Im so lucky to have had him across the street from me and see him virtually every day. I am trying to find comfort in that and not have guilt for not seeing him the night before when I had gone over and mom said he was sleeping. I left to let him sleep since he hadnt been sleeping much. But a part of me aches wishing I had just gone in and blown him a kiss!

My mom has been very strong in all this, but she is a strong person (she would tell you otherwise) She has pushed me out of the house everynight to tell me to sleep in my bed with my husband and boys. Next week I think I will make it a mother daughter weekend and stay there, as this is when it will get harder since family and friends have left. I try and keep a happy face during the day for the boys and mom, but at night is when I have my "breakdowns" I cry and try not to wake up E. In time I know it will get easier, but it just doesnt seem real that he is gone now.

Thank you for allowing me to post a paragraph it just seemed to flow out and its always been so much easier for me to write something then say things face to face to people, so this was very therapudic for me! THANK YOU!

anyhow-- I have skimmed post at 3am when I couldnt sleep this week, and wanted to say welcome to newbies (I thought I remember reading that LOL)

Eric and Chris great job on the logo I LOVE IT! Ill probably try buying things soon in time for the xmas surprize for the boys! Ill let you know how it goes when I try!

 

[Buckeye Gal]

Hugs Drea!

I'll say a prayer for you, your mom, and the rest of the family that you will have strength and courage as you learn how to continue living a great life with him in your memories. I think the mother/daugher weekend sounds like a fantasitic idea. I'm thankful you had this forum to share some of your thoughts, too.

Take care of yourself!

 

[Grandma4ever]

Please excuse me for not being so vocal the last week or so. Monday my dad passed away. It was somewhat unexpected yet somewhat a prayer answered. We found out he had cancer about a month prior they dr's told him 6months to 2yrs and we just thought we had more time.... but mom and I belive it was for the better. He had lost a lot of weight, he had be come weak, and couldnt sleep well. Food didnt taste good to him and we could tell he was in pain also. He would have never wanted for anyone to see him in a worse state, and we would have never wanted to see him suffer. I truly belive he is in a better place then the hell he was in here!

Im so lucky to have had him across the street from me and see him virtually every day. I am trying to find comfort in that and not have guilt for not seeing him the night before when I had gone over and mom said he was sleeping. I left to let him sleep since he hadnt been sleeping much. But a part of me aches wishing I had just gone in and blown him a kiss!

My mom has been very strong in all this, but she is a strong person (she would tell you otherwise) She has pushed me out of the house everynight to tell me to sleep in my bed with my husband and boys. Next week I think I will make it a mother daughter weekend and stay there, as this is when it will get harder since family and friends have left. I try and keep a happy face during the day for the boys and mom, but at night is when I have my "breakdowns" I cry and try not to wake up E. In time I know it will get easier, but it just doesnt seem real that he is gone now.

Thank you for allowing me to post a paragraph it just seemed to flow out and its always been so much easier for me to write something then say things face to face to people, so this was very therapudic for me! THANK YOU!

anyhow-- I have skimmed post at 3am when I couldnt sleep this week, and wanted to say welcome to newbies (I thought I remember reading that LOL)

Eric and Chris great job on the logo I LOVE IT! Ill probably try buying things soon in time for the xmas surprize for the boys! Ill let you know how it goes when I try!

You and your family has our prayers in this time of sorrow. Lois

 

[rkandmjsmommy]

Andrea,
I am so sorry for your loss, our thoughts are with you and your family

 

[twinmom2]

Andrea,

You and your family are in my prayers! I am truly sorry for your sudden loss. Glad you were able to find some comfort by writing and using these boards. Your mom may even be looking forward to family leaving so she can have some alone time to mourn her loss. You said she is a strong women so she has probably been strong for everyone else and not able to mourn for herself. Take care

 

[zweihund]

Drea, thoughts and prayers are heading your way. Very sorry to hear about your loss. Lionel has already lost both of his parents (at 34!), but mine are still here. I can't even imagine what it must be like

 

[nenner1]

Drea,

Thinking of you....

Very sorry to hear of the loss of your dad.