March 17, 2007 7 Day Eastern

[disneypoor]

Patty--we also keep saying, "next week at this time, we'll be at.....". My sister and mother keep asking me what I'm going to do with my time when this trip is over. Little do they know that I already have a double dipper planned! I haven't told them because I really don't want to hear what they have to say about it. I always have to have some sort of trip brewing--planning trips is my hobby!

See you real soon!

Susan

 

[DW4US]

Susan --- We must be very much alike --- planning trips is my hobby too!! Don't you just hate it when people comment about how many times you've been to WDW or a cruise? They just don't get it!!!

I can relate to your shopping pain. Thankfully, my DD could wear most of the stuff she tried on from last year, but she did have a few really nice things that don't fit her now --- probably only been worn once! It just kills me to see them grow out of stuff so fast.

Can't wait to meet everyone!!!

 

[dutch_girl_scout]

Three out of five of us are packed!! DH and DS will probably just empty their drawers in a suitcase and call it good.

I have my box packed and ready to ship later this afternoon.

All three pets have had their shots and are ready to go to the pet resort tomorrow.

I think we're close.....really close. I know I won't be able to sleep on Tuesday night, maybe not even tonight. It's so close!!!!

 

[DW4US]

Stacie --- I wish we were as close as you --- we have to wait until Friday. Thursday will be our crazy night!!! HAVE FUN!!!

 

[disneypoor]

Stacie--I forgot that you were leaving Wednesday. Be careful and we'll see you real soon! My DD wants to make sure that your DD remembers to meet her by the spa at 3:00. My DD CANNOT wait to meet her new friends!

I have DD and DS packed but can't seem to get in the packing mood tonight. I had planned to pack for DH (I know--it's sad--I don't trust him to pack himself ), but I just don't think I'm going to do anything tonight. Maybe I'll get a burst of energy later tonight.

Patty--it's nice to know that someone else is as obsessed with trip planning as I am. My DH is pretty sure that I am the only person in the world that has our travels for the next couple of years already planned. I keep telling him I could have much worse hobbies, but he's convinced that I couldn't possibly have a hobby that costs quite as much as this one.
I can't wait to meet everyone!

Susan

 

[pop5]

Disneypoor- I am the same way about planning too. Although, I guess we all are and that is why we are obsessed with these boards. I guess once the cruise is over we can obsess over the cruise for awhile and then plan the next one. Actually, we already have the next spring break western booked. It would be fun to see some of you guys on that one too. Paige

 

[SB's Mom]

I love planning trips also! I'm helping a friend that has a spring break trip to WDW. She called 3 times yesterday with questions! It is great to share our ideas with friends.

Well. . .I'M PACKED!!!!!!!!!!!! Now just waiting for FRIDAY!!!!! Ok, DH isn't packed but wouldn't that be his problem and not mine! A few things to pick up and we will be ready for the tropical breeze!

Is everyone starting to feel the breeze???

See you all soon!

Charlene

 

[DW4US]

Where are we meeting and what time again.... I forgot

Went shopping again last night, I know it wasn't for the last time!! DH had a sudden need for a new suit. I need a little jacket of some type, but I can't find what I'm looking for so I guess I'll just have to tough it out!!

I made a reservation for parasailing at St. Maarten just in case our CC one gets cancelled. The parasailing place is at Orient Beach and I'm afraid it might be on the "clothing optional" side.

Stacie --- I know you're really excited, I hope you can sleep some tonight.

Looking forward to meeting everyone!!!

 

[GreenTad]

Hey friends! Is anyone renting a car in St. Maarten? We'd like to but don't know who to use and if we should reserve it now or just wait till we get there. Anybody with experience got any suggestions?

Can't wait to meet all you guys Saturday!!! Thanks!

Sima

 

[pop5]

I have a question?? Can anyone tell me if my older sons are going to miss alot of fun stuff in the stack due to the fact that we have late dinner? Or will I end up eating without them? I really want to eat with them.

 

[jenbrem1]

I think we decided to meet around 2:30pm or 90 min. prior to drill between the Mickey and Goofy pools?
Are you all bringing beach towels? Do we need them for St. Maarten or St. Thomas?

 

[DW4US]

You don't need beach towels --- they give them to you for the excursions or you can get them from the pool area. But they are the small towels, so we are bringing some of own, much easier to pick out too. I just bring the smallest beach towels we have and some I wouldn't mind if something happened to them.

See you all between the pools @ 2:30 --- starboard side? Which side is that?

 

[Johnna_Story]

Hey all - we got off the last Eastern cruise last Saturday - gotta tell you it was a BLAST!! Hope you all have a great great time. If you have any questions, I'm happy to help out. Just post them...

 

[SB's Mom]

WE JUST GOT AN UPGRADE!!!!!!!! MY TA CALLED AND SHE GOT USE AN CAT 7! (we were a cat 10)

See you Saturday!

Charlene

 

[disneypoor]

OMG, Charlene! Did you ask to be upgraded, or was it complimentary? I'd faint if we were upgraded! I am hoping to be able to pay for an upgrade at the port but am not counting on it.

See everyone on Saturday!

 

[SB's Mom]

Did ask for it. . ."gift" from my TA for FREE!!!!!!!!
She had called someone at Disney about a problem. . .they took care of that issue. . . he asked her if he could every help again let me know. . . our TA said well I have this family sailing on Saturday. . .the are "great" (her words not mine) clients. . .any upgrades available they could have? He check and moved us!

We are so excited!

Charlene

 

[pop5]

Great news, Charlene!! Are you on deck 1 or 2 now?? Paige

 

[Daytonamom2]

I am still running around getting ready. The kids keep taking stuff out of my piles.

DisneyPoor What time are you getting to the terminal? We will be there about 10. My DD is looking forward to meeting the girls. She is also in 5th grade.

Just a heads up for anyone driving to the port that morning. We have had some bad fires mixed with fog for a couple of mornings. Most of it has been on the turnpike ( which should not effect anyone) but just keep an eye out for roads closing. A very bad axt today due to fog and smoke Turnpike shut down for most the day. I 95 was closed for days last year at this time.

Looks like rain on Friday but only 10% chance on Saturday.
Lynn

 

[disneypoor]

Charlene--how wonderful, or should I say "magic"al! Congratulations!

Lynn--we're planning to be at the port by 10:00 as well. We'll all have old navy st. patrick's day shirts on. DH and DS's are the white t-shirts, and DD's and mine are the green with the pink writing. I know that probably lots of people will have these, but maybe you'll recognize us.

Once again--I'm not in the packing mood. The kids have Logos at church tomorrow night, so I plan to pack, pack, pack while they are gone. Wish me luck! Nothing like waiting until the last minute.

 

[Daytonamom2]

Yea for your upgrade SB's Mom

Disneypoor the boat does not look sold out so you might get you upgrade also. But if not you will be down on two with us. I know I am wearing a lime green shirt and black shorts but for everyone else I don't know. DD has a St Patty shirt but we will see if she wears it.

We dod not have school on Friday so I hope everybody does not get in my way. I will be in high gear until my feet hit inside the boat. Then I am on vacation.
Lynn