~~~ May 16, 2009 ~~~ Western Magic ~~~

[miksilver]

Man, you miss a day or two of posting here and there's so much to catch up on. I'll try my best, so here it goes in no particular order...

Kathy (dznyacct) -- Another LOST fan, yeah! I even listen to a LOST podcast about once a week if I'm not too busy. I need to make sure my DVR is all set to record.

Kathy (minniemom) -- Great FE! And Howdy neighbor. We're in cabin 5635.

Val -- ipods are so awesome. I love mine. That's a great anniversary gift. I agree that we need some sort of meet up area in the terminal. I guess I'll just look for the big group laughing and hugging!

Andy -- cute kitty. Great coloring. Mine is just the run of the mill grey alley cat. She's very, very independent and skitish as well with strangers. I've been on a 3 week vacation before and we've asked friends to watch the house and feed the cat. They never saw the cat once! They only knew there was a cat because the litter was used and the food was gone.

Cinda -- I just couldn't look at my toothbrush the same for two days. And I hope we don't miss Cozumel because along with Mati our family will be in Nachi as well.

Jane -- I do change before dinner on the cruise mainly because I like to. I like going back to my room, relaxing for a bit and putting on fresh clothes for dinner. It's part of my cruise experience. And you are not the only one to write down your outfits and accessories for a vacation or trip. I do that as well. It helps me with the over-packing and planning. It also makes it so much easier to not have to stress over what to wear each morning. I'm right there with you! I love your FE too!

Laura (lucky1) -- My DH will also change into shorts after dinner sometimes. It depends on what we decide to do and how comfortable he feels. I normally don't change, but that's just me.

Kym -- Great reminder tips. I'm going to have to get my power strip out and put it in the packing room.

JorDan -- Sorry about the houseguest. I can see how that could be a sticky situation. Good luck with that. At least you have a Disney cruise to look forward to! And lots of .

Kristin -- Great FE! Is that a Mickey Plaid fabric?

Lyndsey -- If you need extra copies brought for the mini-navigators I could bring some as well. I also have access to a big laser color printer and can print off extras if needed. I do leave on May 10th though so this might not be feesible, but it's another offer.

I just picked up the makings for my FE today. I have a friend helping me make it sometime this week (or next). I don't sew a lick so she's my project partner. Once I get it done I'll try to post a picture of it.

Kim

 

[austin77]

Hello All!

Ash and I were worried about the flu in mexico aswell...Will disney do something about it if we are in direct threat?

Ash is packing, and finishing all the small stuff, Im still getting a few things that need to be done finished! Were jumping off the walls untill we wake up on may 13th at 6am to take off south!! LOL

Sammi is doing awsome, shes jumping around, and bitting people she doesnt like (So shes back to normal)

Looking forword to Dinners With our table mates and meeting all of you!

 

[ottermouse]

I was surfing the channels on t.v and Rachael Ray, which I don't usually watch. Looked like she was @ Castaway Cay. I was so excited. The kids are now glued to see if they will show castaway cay again.

 

[Hudson5&Lennon3]

JAMIE!!! SO GLAD TO SEE YOU AGAIN!!!

I agree that we need some sort of meet up area in the terminal. I guess I'll just look for the big group laughing and hugging!

I'm imagining it in my mind right now!!

 

[krishouse]

Kristin -- Great FE! Is that a Mickey Plaid fabric?


Hey Kim,
yes I found Mickey Plaid fabric patches at Walmart!
I ironed them on, I found it was "masculine" enough for all of my men. lol.
Kristin

 

[texfinn]

Ok, here is what I have for the tastings.

Margarita/Tequila Tasting:
Cinda (Lucyddr)
Kym & Dempsey (Faith&Hope)
Mati (TexFinn)
Val & Justin (a maybe - Hudson7&Lennon5)
Belinda & Shawn (Bellamickey)
Sue, Sarah and Alicia(?) - Suzeyq50
Jane (2_Eagle_Scout)
Kathy & Brian (dznyacct)
Sonya & Tony (Pooh's-Honey-Pot)
Chasity & Gus (Dizneyholic)
Shawan & John (Shasess)

Martini Tasting:
Cinda & Adam (Lucyddr)
Kym & Dempsey (Faith&Hope)
Tiffany & Adrien (NoodlesMom)
Val & Justin (Hudson5&Lennon3)
Kathy & Brian (dznyacct)
Shawan & John (Shasess)

Beer Tasting:
Adam (lucyddr)
Yoni (TexFinn)
Justin (Hudson5&Lennon3)
Crystal & Darrin (Tinkattitude6)
Shawn (Bellamickey)
Jim (2_Eagle_Scout)

Wine Tasting:
Mati & Yoni (TexFinn)
Tiffany (NoodlesMom)
Amanda & Jason (Tink113)
Sue, Sarah & Alicia(?) (Suzeq50)

Palo Tea (still need to book for some):
Mati (TexFinn)
Jane (2_Eagle_Scout)
Cinda (Lucyddr)
Tiffany (NoodlesMom)
Carole (Tink113sMom)
Indigo(maybe?)
Chasity (Dizneyholic)
Tammy (? - tsarina13)

I don't have specific times -- have to go back and look. Should we decide on which day/time for tastings? I think we were aiming for 3pm Monday Tea. Is that still good? I have it booked for me and one other (Jane, I think I had you covered right?). Let me know your thoughts and if you want to join us!

 

[Tink113sMom]

Mati... Tea at 3 on Monday is fine with me.

Hello to all of you that have dropped back by again... This is just the coolest group. I am trying not to worry about the flu but according to the news it looks like we will be more than likely avoiding Mexico... Maybe we could get a double dip at CC since my group missed it the first time around.

Sonya... They have been saying the incubation period for this strain is 1-3 days so I am sure anyone would know well before we would be in contact. Hope all is on schedule for you and Tony. Certainly hope there aren't any surprises... The news is saying they are putting everyone through their paces when entering England that has visited Mexico.

 

[dznyacct]

Ok, here is what I have for the tastings.

Margarita/Tequila Tasting:
Cinda (Lucyddr)
Kym & Dempsey (Faith&Hope)
Mati (TexFinn)
Val & Justin (a maybe - Hudson7&Lennon5)
Belinda & Shawn (Bellamickey)
Sue, Sarah and Alicia(?) - Suzeyq50
Jane (2_Eagle_Scout)
Kathy & Brian (dznyacct)
Sonya & Tony (Pooh's-Honey-Pot)
Chasity & Gus (Dizneyholic)
Shawan & John (Shasess)

Martini Tasting:
Cinda & Adam (Lucyddr)
Kym & Dempsey (Faith&Hope)
Tiffany & Adrien (NoodlesMom)
Val & Justin (Hudson5&Lennon3)
Kathy & Brian (dznyacct)
Shawan & John (Shasess)

Beer Tasting:
Adam (lucyddr)
Yoni (TexFinn)
Justin (Hudson5&Lennon3)
Crystal & Darrin (Tinkattitude6)
Shawn (Bellamickey)
Jim (2_Eagle_Scout)

Wine Tasting:
Mati & Yoni (TexFinn)
Tiffany (NoodlesMom)
Amanda & Jason (Tink113)
Sue, Sarah & Alicia(?) (Suzeq50)

Palo Tea (still need to book for some):
Mati (TexFinn)
Jane (2_Eagle_Scout)
Cinda (Lucyddr)
Tiffany (NoodlesMom)
Carole (Tink113sMom)
Indigo(maybe?)
Chasity (Dizneyholic)
Tammy (? - tsarina13)

I don't have specific times -- have to go back and look. Should we decide on which day/time for tastings? I think we were aiming for 3pm Monday Tea. Is that still good? I have it booked for me and one other (Jane, I think I had you covered right?). Let me know your thoughts and if you want to join us!

Brian and I are up for the tequila/maragarita and martini tastings either day. I'm not sure if this is still accurate, but I have the times as tequila/margarita on Monday and Thursday at 2 at Diversions and martini on Monday at 3 at Sessions. Just let me know what works best for the rest of my DIS board friends . Beer tasting is on Monday and Thursday at 4 in Diversions.

I would love to do the Palo High Tea, but of course there are no reservations currently available. It looks like it would be a girls only event, which is fine with me . Brian's starting to grimace about dressing up so much . My only conflict for Monday at 3 would be if the martini tasting is only offered Monday at 3. I'll have to do some research.

 

[miksilver]

Martini tasting sounds like fun -- sign us Kim & Chris up for that one. We've never done a martini tasting before. I've done a lot of wine tastings before so it might depend on what wines are going to be tasted before I decide to do that one or not.

Kim

 

[Disgirl83]

Our Vow renewal wedding (5/21) is at 5:30pm on secret deck 7!! (as of right now, crossing fingers that weather is perfect)

I want to peak!!! Maybe if we do get the 6:00 pm seating (if they do the staggered times) we can stop by and watch a little before dinner!!!

Yup I've been updating anything that has come up this week. I'll send out an update tonight.

Wonderful! I've picked out what I'm wearing each night for dinner and have attempted to match Jason's outfits as much as possible. His wardrobe is mostly blue!!! As for anything other than dinner I'll just put on what I'm feeling, I know I'm going to definately overpack.

Hi everyone! I've been MIA this week but as Mati shared, I don't have to have surgery until AFTER the cruise!

That's great news!!! You'll have to live it up on vacation.

HI everyone,
Here goes I am trying to post photos of my fish extender...

Your FE is very cute and the fabric is great.

Thank all of you who have volunteered on helping print the mini-navigators. I'll keep you posted if I need anything. I'm going to see if I can get my hubby to take them to his work to print, I'm not sure yet if that will work out!

He wore out his welcome in 3 days...He's been living with us for 2 weeks now.

Mums the word! DH is the same way, he never says no to anyone, which is a very good trait but sometimes a little annoying when there are things to do at home.

Can I say that I am offically freaking outI am closing on my house this week, my boss is at another one of our offices, and I have yet to pack a single item of anything. That includes both the cruise and the house move.

Congratulations!!! you have soo much going on, I hope your move goes smoothly!

Ok, here is what I have for the tastings.

Thanks Mati, I'll get these added to the mini-navs and try to keep track of any addition and changes!

You all convinenced me, I called today and pre-paid our tips. That's a little less moo-lah to worry about on the cruise.

Amy- You were asking about the FE list, if you haven't done so you can PM your email address to Jane. She sends out the list via e-mail usually every Sunday. VERY VERY helpful.

 

[austin77]

I was just informed!!! That We are going on another cruise!!! a 7 day eastern on Feb 27 2010. YAY

 

[krishouse]

We would love to do the wine tasting!!! I love wine..... almost as much as I love Disney!!!
Kristin

 

[Dizneyholic]

Yep, High Tea at 3 is still good for me! Hehe, that rhymes!
However, I still don't have a ressie yet so hopefully I'll be able to get one on board.

 

[ali004]

Ok, here is what I have for the tastings.

Margarita/Tequila Tasting:
Cinda (Lucyddr)
Kym & Dempsey (Faith&Hope)
Mati (TexFinn)
Val & Justin (a maybe - Hudson7&Lennon5)
Belinda & Shawn (Bellamickey)
Sue, Sarah and Alicia(?) - Suzeyq50
Jane (2_Eagle_Scout)
Kathy & Brian (dznyacct)
Sonya & Tony (Pooh's-Honey-Pot)
Chasity & Gus (Dizneyholic)
Shawan & John (Shasess)

Martini Tasting:
Cinda & Adam (Lucyddr)
Kym & Dempsey (Faith&Hope)
Tiffany & Adrien (NoodlesMom)
Val & Justin (Hudson5&Lennon3)
Kathy & Brian (dznyacct)
Shawan & John (Shasess)

Beer Tasting:
Adam (lucyddr)
Yoni (TexFinn)
Justin (Hudson5&Lennon3)
Crystal & Darrin (Tinkattitude6)
Shawn (Bellamickey)
Jim (2_Eagle_Scout)

Wine Tasting:
Mati & Yoni (TexFinn)
Tiffany (NoodlesMom)
Amanda & Jason (Tink113)
Sue, Sarah & Alicia(?) (Suzeq50)

Palo Tea (still need to book for some):
Mati (TexFinn)
Jane (2_Eagle_Scout)
Cinda (Lucyddr)
Tiffany (NoodlesMom)
Carole (Tink113sMom)
Indigo(maybe?)
Chasity (Dizneyholic)
Tammy (? - tsarina13)

I don't have specific times -- have to go back and look. Should we decide on which day/time for tastings? I think we were aiming for 3pm Monday Tea. Is that still good? I have it booked for me and one other (Jane, I think I had you covered right?). Let me know your thoughts and if you want to join us!

Wish I could do some of the tastings with you, but alas since I'm pregnant I can't do that. I'll have to settle for walking in the morning and doing other activities

 

[SpeedFigure]

Andy- Congrats on the new cruise!!! (Eastern isn't my favorite, but visit Maegan's Bay in St. Maarten- GORGEOUS!)

Sad note.....my sister and Bro in-law were going to Cancun, Mexico the first week of June. They are now cancelling their plans. They were nervous about the Drug Cartel thing and not the Swine flu. They are trying to figure something else out to do....Bummer!

I'll know about the Tastings the week of the cruise....have a test to take.

I had a panicy moment tonight. Just dawned on me that we have 19 days left!!! ACK!! I'm not packed, but I did drag out my dresses from the guest room. I'll be pulling the rest out this week.
SOOOOO much to do still, make FE gifts and wait for some FE gifts to be delivered!!!, 3 FE sales on eBay this week so far to make, graduation for bro in-law, work meetings and trainings for skating, funeral for parents neighbor.....
WOW!! When did this all pile up?!?!
Guess I was busy being so grumpy and realizing everything I have to do!

Lynsey, forgot about our dining at 6 PM! haha We should meet up and go watch at 5:30 then go to dinner. At least we'll all know why our dinner mates are late!

I was thinking today that I'm sure other Cruise people are going to be jealous!!
They'll see TONS of people running up to each other, hugging, chatting in big groups. We have a HUGE group and it's AWESOME!!!
I"m just so excited to know that we'll have all these friends surronding us. I"m sure all the crew will soon realize who we all are and won't forget us.

 

[tinkattude6]

Ok, here is what I have for the tastings.

Margarita/Tequila Tasting:
Cinda (Lucyddr)
Kym & Dempsey (Faith&Hope)
Mati (TexFinn)
Val & Justin (a maybe - Hudson7&Lennon5)
Belinda & Shawn (Bellamickey)
Sue, Sarah and Alicia(?) - Suzeyq50
Jane (2_Eagle_Scout)
Kathy & Brian (dznyacct)
Sonya & Tony (Pooh's-Honey-Pot)
Chasity & Gus (Dizneyholic)
Shawan & John (Shasess)

Martini Tasting:
Cinda & Adam (Lucyddr)
Kym & Dempsey (Faith&Hope)
Tiffany & Adrien (NoodlesMom)
Val & Justin (Hudson5&Lennon3)
Kathy & Brian (dznyacct)
Shawan & John (Shasess)

Beer Tasting:
Adam (lucyddr)
Yoni (TexFinn)
Justin (Hudson5&Lennon3)
Crystal & Darrin (Tinkattitude6)
Shawn (Bellamickey)
Jim (2_Eagle_Scout)

Wine Tasting:
Mati & Yoni (TexFinn)
Tiffany (NoodlesMom)
Amanda & Jason (Tink113)
Sue, Sarah & Alicia(?) (Suzeq50)

Palo Tea (still need to book for some):
Mati (TexFinn)
Jane (2_Eagle_Scout)
Cinda (Lucyddr)
Tiffany (NoodlesMom)
Carole (Tink113sMom)
Indigo(maybe?)
Chasity (Dizneyholic)
Tammy (? - tsarina13)

I don't have specific times -- have to go back and look. Should we decide on which day/time for tastings? I think we were aiming for 3pm Monday Tea. Is that still good? I have it booked for me and one other (Jane, I think I had you covered right?). Let me know your thoughts and if you want to join us!

Mati, can you add me to the tea time? Thanks so much. Crystal,

 

[Bellamickey]

Glad to hear that your plans are all coming together!!! I would LOVE to be able to view your VR. I'll have to remember to add it to my list of things that I want to do onboard. Which deck would you be able to see it from?

We would probably be able to see Belinda & Shawn's VR from either deck 9 (at the outside seating area at Topsiders) or on deck 10 (outside Palo), but I'm not sure. Does anyone else know for sure where the best place is to "spy" on them?

Hi All..
I'm planning on spying on Belinda from Topsiders. We should all grab some cake/treats somewhere and eat it while watching. We'll have our own wedding reception in honor of Belinda!!

Happy Monday everyone!

Belinda -- we would love to see your VR from up above. We were going to take the kids to dinner (we eat at Palo at 8) but instead will skip the dining room that night so we can enjoy the show! JorDan -- great idea on grabbing some snacks....maybe a glass of BUBBLY ... and having our reception during the VR!!!!

Hi Peeps!

I am up for the Belinda spying party! What time and day again? Thursday, wasn't it?

I want to peak!!! Maybe if we do get the 6:00 pm seating (if they do the staggered times) we can stop by and watch a little before dinner!!!

Shawn and I would LOVE LOVE LOVE for all of you to take Val up on the "spy" brigade!!
It would really make us feel like our special Disney friends are a part of our special day!!!

I have put in and asked to possibly do the 5:00pm instead but as of right now it hasn't changed. If it does, I will let you guys know!!!

I was really nervous doing our first dance, but now that I know I'll have my friends celebrating with us from above, I feel better!! LOVE YOU GUYS!!!!!

 

[suezyq50]

Good morning to all of you infants. We both graduated in 1973, long before most of you were born apparently. But we got to enjoy the late 60s and early 70s as teenagers - peace love.

OK, mes enfants... I think Bob and I win for the rocking chair set! How about 1968? We are really from the dark ages! Of course, if we have been married 40 years that tells you we are pretty darned old! Has anyone ever heard of Dark Shadows? I remember my twin sisters (that were only 17 months younger than I) had to rush home from school every day so they wouldn't miss it... The guy that played the butler on The Nanny was on it when he was a young man!

We are close. DH graduated in 1970. I graduated in 1971. Got married April 28, 1972. We are celebrating 38 years tomorrow!!!

I hate to post something unfun...sorry! But I'm just getting really worried about that swine-flu that is spreading like crazy throughout Mexico and now the US. I am not usually a worrier with things like that...I know we can get sick going to Target or the mall. It's just that DD will only be 10 months old on the cruise and the confined space means lots of germ passing opportunities. Is anyone else concerned about this, or am I just an overly worried Mom? Sigh....

I am concerned about it also. Time will tell what will happen.

Minnemmom: Are your boys going to any college age gatherings? I am encouraging my 20 yo son and his girlfriend, also 20 to go to some gatherings.

 

[lucyddr]

Cinda.....another ewwwwwwwww!! I shared that story with my husband and we both laughed until we cried. We needed a good laugh tonight!!
Kym

Glad I could provide a good laugh!

I am really worried about going to Mexico. Would Disney change itineraries & not stop there? I am going to call them everyday twice a day to voice my concerns. Is anyone else worried?
I have Nachi Cocum booked & am now seriously considering canceling it...first drug cartel concerns & now this...I think it's a sign.

We stopped our dunebuggy tour plans because of drug fears and then scheduled Nachi Cocum with the Palancar Reef snorkel. I'm not going to cancel yet because I really want to go and have already paid the deposit on both. However, I have a sneaking suspicion we won't be getting to go, which is a real bummer as Cozumel was by far and away the port we were looking forward to the most... Oh well, gotta do what's best for the masses!

Lucy - did he insert the toothbrush himself, or have help?! And is it wrong that your description has made me laugh so much that I kind of want to see you without a hairdryer?!

It was actually a travel toothbrush holder (one of those little tube-shaped types that you place your toothbrush in while travelling). As for details, I don't know. Since most people lie anyway, I never bother to ask... I feel like he was "experimenting" and things went amiss...

Starlawyermom and JHart: Welcome back! Missed you!

Belinda: Maybe we'll evesdrop as well as long as you don't mind the company.

Mati: We're still in for the tastings and I'd like to attend the tea. However, I don't have tea reservations right now. I'll be heading there first when we get on the ship! (I'd like to change Palo to Thursday now that I know we can get lobster there that night.)

I'm probably leaving things out, but it's past my bedtime and I have a busy day tomorrow. Lots of lipo consults...

 

[dznyacct]

Minnemmom: Are your boys going to any college age gatherings? I am encouraging my 20 yo son and his girlfriend, also 20 to go to some gatherings.

I'm not Minniemom but Jake (19) and Johnny (20) are planning on going to the college socials. They are a couple of goofballs, but great kids (I'm just a "little" biased )! ~ Kathy