July5,2003 Magic...who's going?

[jeanneg]

Have a great trip....see you soon!

Joan: Exactly what time are you arriving? Even if you do miss the shrimp, you can feast on pizza and chicken fingers! Or, we can all grab a few extra and bring them to the sailaway party if you like!
Knowing that you have a priority reservation for Palo isn't such a bad deal....at least you'll be spared the ressie scramble!

Sandy: I knew it was too good to be true! My kids began rebelling against matching outfits years ago so I just couldn't imagine with the ages of your kids they would go for it. The worst was one year when my older son was already in H.S. and I had their holiday photo done in matching Superman shirts. Wouldn't you know that the photographer made a superhuge enlargement and placed it right in the front of his window (this was on Palisades Ave in Englewood!) It seemed like every single one of his classmates made a "pilgrimage" to view the photo and he became (in his words) the laughing stock of the entire school! He was so miserable I had to ask the photographer to remove it! (Last time I was there he still had it, but in the BACK gallery) After that, I never insisted my kids wear matching outfits again! You reach a point where you have to admit they're not our cute little dress-up dolls anymore and you just have to relinquish control. I've been nagging mine to pack but I don't think they've even thought about it. To a certain extent, I don't care what they wear, I just don't want to be embarassed by them. If my daughter brings her horrible, disgusting belly shirts, I'll die!

 

[MickeyMouse418]

jeanne- my mom has been buggin me to pack and now that I'm almost done, I think she is going to regret it. She seems to think all of our clothing will fit into three suitcases, but I don't think she's seen exactly what I'm planning to bring And thanks for letting my dad know that we aren't cute dress up dolls, when i read the post on wearing the same shirt I knew there was no way he was getting us all to wear the shirt. Of course, it would help if I knew where it is...

Anyway only one day left before we leave and I'm so excited! See you all soon!

 

[joanb]

What am i going to do this week --sound like most of you will be gone and I have a week to go. got my kids back from camp today so I will think about packing. Anyone want to send me your packing list -just know I know I will forget something just can't seem to think straight these days.

jeanneg-by the time we land, transfer to the the bus, then check in, earlist possible-if the bus leaves as some as we board and oh yes if our flight is on time--about 3:30. And all food will be closed at 3:30 for that emergency drill. Thye did offer to haave room service leave us something in our room. Not to worry- there will be plenty of other meals although we do enjoy the welcome aboard buffet.

Save journeys to everyone-see you one deck ten blowing bubbles!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

 

[joanb]

For those of us still hanging out by our computers.............ONE WEEK UNTIL WE SET SAIL!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

 

[4xS]

I'm sailing with you.DH(steve),DS(6),dd(4). this is our 2nd wk long,
we did the eatern 2 yrs ago and a 3day with 4days at DW the yr before.

 

[joanb]

check out this web site for all who are going
http://www.canettifamily.com/Disney.html
go tho that site and look for July 5 cruise list

Welcome aboard!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

 

[Dis Mama]

My family is still here, also!! Flying out on the 4th of July. A little nervous, but extremely excited!!!!

 

[Dis Mama]

I'm glad that you found us on this thread. I saw your post on the trip reports just now (obviously you found us!!!). Welcome. When do you leave for your trip and where are you leaving from??

Lisa

 

[ablyinpgva]

We are almost there. They got my cabin assignment straightened out, and I ended up better for it - same category 6 - cabin 6542!!!!!!!

I have taken care of all the paper associated with the trip (to the best of my knowledge) - it has been my experience as nurse that tells me there is always some form waiting to be filled out!!

Today I start to pack. I am not so sure we have enough luggage - guess I will find out soon, and allow for yet another trip to go pick up something else "we need for the trip".

I need to get some things finalized at work, and promise myself that once I leave there Wednesday afternoon - I dont care about anything at work. Up till that moment it will keep me stressed beyond belief!!

For all those traveling - please be safe - I look forward to meeting all of you soon!!!!

 

[joanb]

ablyinpgva-got scared-when I first saw your stateroom number I thought it was mine-I haven't picked up my docs( there were ready yesterday) but one thing I had them check was our stateroom numbers after you had reported trouble with yours and we are both on the AAA group. Glad to hear all is okay.

I want to pack, but just not comfortable doing it to early and we don't leave until next Sat.

 

[jeanneg]

What took you so long? It's amazing how some people have already left and still we have newcomers joining us! All I can say is you have ALOT of reading to catch up on......or have you been following us all along like Trishy (who's probably mad at me for calling her names and now doesn't post anymore!) In any event, we're glad to have you join the party. I don't know if Sandy will have time to add you to the list, but give us the details anyway and please meet us all on Deck 10.

Joan: I'll still be right here with you. We don't leave until the morning of the 4th, and I'll probably be visiting this site until about midnight the evening before.

Audrey: I understand you'll be in Raleigh on Wednesday night! I'd say maybe we could meet for a little bit, but I'm sure we're all going to be running around like nut cases at that point! Make sure Sue whips up an extra-large batch of those rum drinks! Is 6542 the same as 6042 only on the opposite side of the ship? If so, you've got a great location! I'm so glad you finally got everything straightened out.

Sandy: My best buddy....I'll miss you! You're leaving me to man the fort here!
When exactly do you take off? Have a safe and comfortable trip on the Auto Train and have a blast at WDW! Can't wait to finally meet up with you and your family! I'll be looking for you at the port.....I have a feeling you WILL be first in line! I'll be with the family that's pretending they don't know me!

 

[joanb]

Got my docs!!!!!!!!!!!!

ablyinpgva: I saw you families names on the AAA group list!!!!

Joan

 

[Dis Mama]

Yeah, you're in business now!!!!!

 

[sjbakerus]

We'll be leaving Thursday AM, early (4:00 AM according to Audrey). It's really getting exciting reading all the posts. I must remember to print out the list of people on this post so I can keep everyone strait.

I'm physically packing, not just finishing my packing spreadsheet on the computer. Yeah!

 

[Mickbee]

OK everyone, help me out if you would be so kind...

We are leaving in three days for WDW then seeing everyone to party on board.

While filling out our documents today, we started talking about how we didn't plan anything once in port. This is OK bacause we just wanted to have an R&R cruise. This will be our first time on the western cruise and wondered if anyone knew if there is anything to do in the three ports right off of the ship. For instance, is there a shopping area, beach, or fun things to do close to the port? As you can see, work has kept me too busy to think about the finer things in life...

I know, really late in the game to be asking these questions...

Thanks for the help and see you in ONE WEEK!!!

 

[joanb]

there is shopping in key west and cozumel right off the ship. Atr thecayman islands you have to take a tender into Gerorgetown as the ship doen't actually so that you can walk off to land. Hope this might help.

Joan

Not many of us left to respond to the boards as many others have already left for WDW.

 

[eye R.N.]

Looks like we'll have lots of little takers for our bottles of bubbles for the sail away party.

Micbee, in Key West there is a trolley tour with lots of stops that where you can get on and off at your you own pace. I believe it is located close to the ship. In Mexico, again we are doing our own thing, it will involve a taxi ride, either to the national park or a private beach (still can't get the family to decide). I am fairly comfortable booking my own excursions now, since it went well for me on the Eastern.

Joan if your AAA list is green, we are the first five names on the list. At least one of my kids is using the bag they gave us as a carryon so if you see any of them in Port, it might be our family.

Kids and packing, Yes, I am now into nagging big time. After months of Do you need any new clothes for this trip? DD2 informs me yesterday she only has two pairs of shorts. I've got a feeling I'll be stopping at the Mall the day before we leave to pick up something someone decided they "must have."

I am also in the group that will be happy as long as I am not embarassed by what they are wearing.

 

[joanb]

eyern-I feel your pain-we were at the mall yesterday shopping for shorts. I will look you up on the "green list". You are up early and I thought I was an early riser. Any chance you like to fast walk or jog? I do plan on getting a little exercise or results will be devastating. We will be carrying our DCL duffle bags we got last year for being a repeat cruiser and can't wait to get the DCL beach towel other have talked about on the boards that repeat cruisers are getting this year. UNtil next time, Joan

about the "green list" our names are the 14th -19th on the first column.must dash and get breakfast ready before Sunday school and church something I won't have to do next week!!!!!!!!!!!! I talking about the making breakfast part.

 

[gometros]

Well, the day is finally here! We will be hitting the road at around 1:00 this afternoon. Judy is packing everything up now. Before anyone makes any comments, I'm not allowed to help

Any os you DC area folk want to join us for dinner tonight, we'll be eating at the Macaroni Grill at Potomic Mills (we're staying at the Marriott right next door tonight)

See you all in 6 days!

 

[Mickbee]

Sandy,

Have a great trip and be sure to get our Dole Whip!!

See you on board!!!