May 10, 2008 Ship of Thieves...May 2008 Repo Thread...Part 7

[pahrumpgirl]

OK, you're freakin me out, so I'm sending you sunshine in 3 days.

Sorry about that! I know you folks in southern California only see this stuff in the mountains from the golf course or pool. By mid week we are supposed to have temps in the mid 40's to low 50's which means we are going to have a lot of water to get rid of. No doubt the creek at the rear of our house will be out of its banks again.

Doug

 

[Tracyvp]

Hi all!!

** My mom called me to see if I needed to be bailed out of jail (since we homeschool in CA)

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Sunday is Physics Day at Magic Mountain (sponsored by K'nex). David and Dave (dh) are looking forward to seeing what will be available. Usually many stations throughout the parks where you can build roller coasters and explore the wonders of Physics.

The kids participated in the Y.E.S. Physics classes at Disneyland this past year. They took the Energy class and the Motion class. Really fun and interesting for 12-17rs. They also have animation classes and a CA History session. The Y.E.S. series is one of the "best kept secrets" of DL.


Karen

It's so funny, I must have had 15 emails yesterday from friends and family asking what I was going to do now that homeschooling is "illegal" in CA. I really think they are hoping to see us get arrested or something! I just laugh and remind them that no court decision is ever "final," and that this one will be tied up in court for YEARS!

DS (16) woudl LOVE to do the physics thing or take the YES classes at DLR. I've heard about them for years but never got around to formally checking them out. Do you have to be part of a group, or can you sign up individually for them?

 

[pahrumpgirl]

Hi Carol and Marilyn, fellow table mates!!!

8:00pm sounds like a good idea. We'll make our own formal atmosphere where ever we eat.

Since Noel left our group, I'm not sure who is the lead on our ressie. Do either of you know? We have DU as our travel agent. I could email Marla and ask her to enquire about requesting the 8:00 pm seating.

Cork

Cork,

I just talked to my TA (she is my old roommate and like a little sister to me) and when she gets in to work on Tuesday she will call. She says that you and Marilyn may have to contact your own agents to put in the request, though, because technically she is not supposed to be able to touch your reservations. She will let me know what they say as soon as she gets ahold of them.

Carol

 

[1Grumpy John]

You Guys waited till late at night to sneak off to part 7 but Found you

 

[pahrumpgirl]

I want chocolate.

HOT CHOCOLATE!

Carol

 

[pahrumpgirl]

Isn't this great? Feel free to call me crazy but I LOVE big snowstorms or the occasional blizzard.

DH was silly enough to go to work at 5:30am. Wasn't too bad then. Don't know when or how he will make it home. Yep, there are now no vehicles allowed on the road. He is so stubborn. Last time we had a blizzard way back in 1978 he was stuck at work all night. Silly man doesn't learn. Hope he has sense enough to stay safe even if it means being stuck there. Hope we don't lose electricity!

Donna

Now that I am retired and don't have to drive in it I have been wanting more snow than we have been getting. As long as DH is home and not on the road it is beautiful. I may even go out and build a snowman later. Haven't had enough wet snow for that in ages.

Carol

 

[pahrumpgirl]

Are you under the blue swathe?

We are; right in the middle of the state of Ohio.

Carol

 

[Tracyvp]

I must have missed something - what is the homeschooling issue?

There was a huge decision in the California Court of Appeals that states that parents can only educate their children at home if they have a valid California teaching credential.

It was one family who had been through the courts for years on various family issues that is at the center of the whole thing. Unfortunately they were not members of HSLDA, so neither the HSLDA lawyers, nor any of the big homeschooling association lawyers were aware of the case nor its potential implications until the decision had already been handed down. Now HSLDA and the others are scrambling to submit amicus briefs and try to have the decision "depublished" (technical term that means the decision will affect only this particular family, not all homeschoolers).

As I said, this will probably go on for years as all the lawyers start to jump on the bandwagon. All the big associations issued advisories to their members cautioning them not to panic; to stick to the status quo (sorry, HSM on the brain!) and wait it out.

 

[1Grumpy John]

Quote:
Originally Posted by MouseFaninQueue
No Dennis - you have that backwards. I am the one that has to thank you and all other vets.



I think that at some time while on board, the "LBB" needs to meet in Diversions to swap military stories, hoist a few libations, and honor all of our vets!

Having served as a U.S. Army Officer on active duty for over 12 years, I concur with DrHug, it too was my duty and my honor to uphold the freedoms we now enjoy. I feel sad for the RAF personnel that cannot walk into town without being harassed. It is not right. I had many a friend stationed with the BAOR (British Army of the Rhine) while I was stationed in Germany and none of them were less patriotic to Queen and Country as we "Yanks" were to our Stars & Stripes and the freedoms they represent. I hope those who despise the military will soon remember the words of GEN Douglas McArthur who said "that no one prays for peace more than the professional soldier, for it is he who must suffer the consequences of war." and also that they remember it is because of the soldier standing guard that keeps the light of our freedoms burning bright and allows them to disagree.

I will now get down from my soap box and find a pint (or half liter) to raise to thank my fallen comrades.

[Patriotic music fades into the background]
(Could not find a smile waiving a flag)

Very Well said!

 

[MrsMork]

Quote:
Originally Posted by MouseFaninQueue
No Dennis - you have that backwards. I am the one that has to thank you and all other vets.



I think that at some time while on board, the "LBB" needs to meet in Diversions to swap military stories, hoist a few libations, and honor all of our vets!

Having served as a U.S. Army Officer on active duty for over 12 years, I concur with DrHug, it too was my duty and my honor to uphold the freedoms we now enjoy. I feel sad for the RAF personnel that cannot walk into town without being harassed. It is not right. I had many a friend stationed with the BAOR (British Army of the Rhine) while I was stationed in Germany and none of them were less patriotic to Queen and Country as we "Yanks" were to our Stars & Stripes and the freedoms they represent. I hope those who despise the military will soon remember the words of GEN Douglas McArthur who said "that no one prays for peace more than the professional soldier, for it is he who must suffer the consequences of war." and also that they remember it is because of the soldier standing guard that keeps the light of our freedoms burning bright and allows them to disagree.

I will now get down from my soap box and find a pint (or half liter) to raise to thank my fallen comrades.

[Patriotic music fades into the background]
(Could not find a smile waiving a flag)

Thank you. Glad you got on your soap box last night. We need to hear this often. And thank you for serving. DrHug will enjoy swapping stories with you. He was enlisted, does he still need to salute you?

 

[MrsMork]

Very well said.

Doug (Nam vet)

And thank you Doug. Welcome Home!

 

[woody73]

Steph, I think Woody and I are going to try to get over there to see you, so PM us your cell phone. Woody, I'll PM both of you.

Sounds good. Looking forward to seeing you Sunday at Disneyland Resort.

Woody

 

[MouseFaninQueue]

"HollyTyler ~HOLY COW! Yeah, I know, that's nothing for the Canadian folks. But I'd freak if we were getting that much snow. We haven't had snow in 3 weeks and none predicted this week. So Carol, you and Doug stay inside this weekend where it's warm & toasty! I suppose John1 & family are getting the same weather. "


Not all us Canadian folk are use to that, but we are getting the same this weekend. I am so sick of it all, two storms a week is taking a toll on my city. We are so not use to this. being on the north side of a huge lake, which keeps us warmer, and fairly south of most of Canada, we just don't get snow like this in an average year.


Pj

We got our huge dump the other day but since then we have been going in fast melt mode.

My girls were excited as we brought out their spring jackets for them to wear:

They still had to wear snow pants, but they were excited to see their spring coats come out.

I can even see bits of my lawn starting to peek out in places (mainly those closest to the house that got less snowfall). And despite my best efforts I believe the ice rink in the back yard is now lost for the season. Here is Shaelyn trying to shovel it to see if it can used again:

See how little bit of snow is left in our backyard!!

 

[MrsMork]

DH was registered as well. In North Carolina he was a "DoDad". As in Dad do this Dad do that. He loved camping with the girls. Some of our best trips were when the dads were with.

Way to go with Junior Jam!!!. Most troops in our area don't camp and the girls have no idea about fundamental camping skills. It so sad.

We took our troup on 2 campouts every year plus a "cabin campout" at Big Bear so they could play in the snow.

 

[MrsMork]

You assumed correctly. I however did not.

 

[MouseFaninQueue]

Are you under the blue swathe?

I'm not even on that map!! LOL

 

[DrHug]

DrHug I love your "new" photo! I'm assuming it's you?! I'm a ways behind so if it's already been mentioned I apologize!!!

Thank You! And, yes, it was mentioned!

 

[Tracyvp]

I think that at some time while on board, the "LBB" needs to meet in Diversions to swap military stories, hoist a few libations, and honor all of our vets!

Having served as a U.S. Army Officer on active duty for over 12 years, I concur with DrHug, it too was my duty and my honor to uphold the freedoms we now enjoy. I feel sad for the RAF personnel that cannot walk into town without being harassed. It is not right. I had many a friend stationed with the BAOR (British Army of the Rhine) while I was stationed in Germany and none of them were less patriotic to Queen and Country as we "Yanks" were to our Stars & Stripes and the freedoms they represent. I hope those who despise the military will soon remember the words of GEN Douglas McArthur who said "that no one prays for peace more than the professional soldier, for it is he who must suffer the consequences of war." and also that they remember it is because of the soldier standing guard that keeps the light of our freedoms burning bright and allows them to disagree.

I will now get down from my soap box and find a pint (or half liter) to raise to thank my fallen comrades.

[Patriotic music fades into the background]
(Could not find a smile waiving a flag)

There used to be a radio talk show host here in So Cal who, every time he had a caller who mentioned that he was a Vietnam-era vet, would make a point of saying, "Welcome Home." Many times the caller would break down in tears, even all these years later. For some, it was the very first welcome they had heard since coming home. Most of them were just spit on and called "baby killers."

It made me much more aware of being deliberate about thanking servicemen when I see them. I'm so glad there are people who recognize the incredible sacrifice our servicemen and women make for US and who are willing to honor them.

 

[MrsMork]

Quote:
Originally Posted by Mom323
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Priority Seating at Palo
Bottle of wine from the Premium Wine List (one night)
Tropical Rain Forest pass for two at the Vista Spa & Salon (length of cruise)
Romantic gift amenity delivered to your stateroom (one per package)
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What is the surprise? You can tell us, we are not able to book the package on this cruise.

The Romantic Turndown Service is very, very nice.

 

[Tracyvp]

And thank you Doug. Welcome Home!

DITTO that!