may 23 4 day on Wonder

[tiggergranny]

Hi everybody, surprised by grandkids with a long week-end away in Orlando. Stayeed at a hotel something like Ron-Jon's in Cocoa.

They had so much going on for the kids we didn't leave the hotel very much.

We did go over to Sea World, but only to play in the kids area for a couple of hours and get our free supper (we had 4 free meals that expired this month).

We also went shopping for a little while to two Disney Character outlets and got some great "Buys". Best buy a large Disney scrapbook, 3 ring, with paper and stickers already in it for $5.99. It was marked down from $39.99 because it says 2003 on it, like I care for that price.

Thanks everybody for being happy about my "good news", it has sure made life a lot nicer in the past 2 weeks. Still need to keep watching but that's okay.

Welcom Ragdoll, please plan to come to our Meet on Sunday at 3:00 p.m. I will e-mail you all the particulars.

Came home and updated the calendar WOW only 41 days to go!!!

GAMOM--we booked through the same TA as you, did you use a Disney Visa? I am still trying to figure out why it's not Disney Visa that gives the Onboard Credit instead of the TA?

Have a great day everyone---and yes I'm packing as I hit things I want to take too. Told my daughter and the kids if it doesn't fit in to a bag we don't get to take it. We had so many things in our hand checking in and out this week-end, it was redicularlour (sp).

Sorry it's so long but I missed everyone and wanted to bring you up to speed on what we've been doing.

My grandkids will get letters out this week--keep an eye out for them.

 

[Carol36]

tiggergranny... I am glad that you are back and doing well! I love going to those Disney outlets! This time, I will have to wait until after we cruise! I guess your weekend was sort of a celebration for your good news!

I thought about the soda mugs, but decided against those. For one thing, they would have to drink lots of soda in between their meals, which wouldn't be good. We do not drink soda very often, but they are only allowed one a day when we do. This cruise will be an exception to the rule. They can have them at meals.

seastar... Can I get Bonine over the counter? Let me know what your doctor says about the children taking it.

WOW! 41 days left to go!

 

[tiggergranny]

Read the information on this but was not exactly able to picture it.

How fast do they really go? My GS's are 7 and 10, so I quess my daughter would have to go with them and she's not much of a "thrill seeker".

We are not doing any excursions or going on shore at Nassau, just want to stay on ship and enjoy and relax.

 

[seastar]

Hi everyone!!

TiggerGranny: It sounds like you had a great weekend. What a wonderful grandma you are!!!

GaMom: Do they put a sticker on your card or just give you the AAA mug? I know if all we get is the mug we will not use it at all because we do not want to lug it around. We do not drink much soda. But hey, it's free so I will take it!!

Carol: Bonine is available over the counter. I will let you know what the doctor says about the kids taking it. I believe Bonine states it is not for kids under 12 but a 1/2 of the pill may be OK. Hopefully, we will have smooth seas and no seasickness but I want to be prepared.

Time is ticking away...

 

[Carol36]

Hey everybody!!!! Any docs yet?!?! Our TA told us that she would call when she received them and then set up a delivery day. So you see, I will know ahead of time, which sort of takes the fun out of it. I love surprises!!!

I just realized that we only have 39 days left!

Carol

 

[gamom]

Hello!

Seastar, AAA gives you the mug, not a sticker on your card. It makes a good souvenier anyway!

Tiggergranny, I didn't know about the Disney Visa when I booked. I used my American Express card, so at least I'll get the points for that. I wish I had found this forum sooner!

Concerning sea sickness, I have been on a 90 foot boat that made everyone on board very sick, but cruise ships don't bother me at all. You will feel the boat swaying, but it was a different kind of motion than the smaller boat.

 

[seastar]

Hey everybody!!

AAA just called and my cruise documents are in!!!

I am only about 5 minutes away from them so I will pick them up later on this afternoon. My TA did not say anything about an upgrade so I guess we are still in Cat 11. I don't really care just as long as I am on the Disney cruise!!!!

She also mentioned there are still no Florida Resident discounts at this time.

 

[seastar]

I picked up my documents and I am having fun reading through everything. There is a nice booklet called " The Passport to Disney Wonder" that has a lot of info.

We are still in a Cat 11 on Deck 6 Midship.

GaMom: My AAA TA said they now give you the mug and a sticker for your KTTW card. I hope that will be the case!

 

[Carol36]

seastar... You won!!! Just kidding. I am very happy for you and anxiously waiting for ours! My TA emailed me and said she would let me know as soon as she receives them. I can't wait!

Have a nice evening everyone! Carol

 

[Carol36]

Just checking to see how everyone is doing and are you all excited!!! ? I know we are!!! We are going on a Disney Cruise. Sometimes, I still cannot believe we really are!!! A dream come true for me!!!

Carol

 

[tiggergranny]

Hi everyone--I started to go through today's posts on the boards about 1:00 a.m. (although I've been on the computer since 10 finding information for Mother's day)

Had some back trouble today (yesterday), doctor gave me 2 shorts, and of course I slept all day.

It is now 2:22 a.m. so it is officially 37 days to Cruise Day.

I am so excited, my daughter and grandkids can't seem to talk about any thing else (that's what makes it so great)

Well I have a few other things to do yet, then maybe try hitting the bed again.

 

[seastar]

Yes, We are excited!!!

I don't think my kids know quite what to expect as this is their first cruise. They are going to be so surprised when the see the HUGE SHIP.

TiggerGranny: You take care of yourself and try to relax and get some rest. We cannot have you feeling poorly!!!

 

[tiggergranny]

Thanks for your kind words Seastar. I'm not quite ready to do the "pink & green" bounce but I am doing okay---I don't let anything get me down for long, I always have too many pots going at once.

There may be "bigger" boats in when we go, but we know none of them are as great as "ours".

See you all soon.

 

[DCLADDICT]

WE ARE READY!!!

ME 42
DW 38
DD 17
DS 13
DDBF 18

THIS IS A GRADUATION GIFT FOR DD AND HER BOYFRIEND ( FROM HIS FAMILY OF COURSE)! WE ARE DOING WDW BEFORE AND AFTER CRUISE. EVEN THOUGH IT IS A GIFT FOR HER, WE GET TO BENEFIT AND HAVE GREAT FUN AS WELL, SO WE ARE CELEBRATING AS A FAMILY.

 

[seastar]

Welcome DCL Addict!!!

I love your username!!

It sounds like you have a great trip planned!!! How many times have you cruised on DCL?

 

[Carol36]

DCL Addict Welcome! That is such a generous gift!! I also have a DS13. I think that we all are going to have a blast!!!

Carol

 

[jeroenalex]

Hi everyone!

I've just been reading all posts in the last weeks, as I've not had time to do it earlier.. Our cruise is getting really close now, can't believe it will only be 29 days before we'll be on our way to Florida and 36 days before we will embark

We have still so many things to arrange.. I'm still not sure whether we should take the DCL bus or a towncar from WDW to Port Canaveral, and I'm also wondering if it would be worth getting a room at Comfort Suites to be able to enjoy everything Atlantis has to offer.. Choices, choices..

Anyway, we still have a month to decide

 

[seastar]

Hi all!!

My DD5 fell at the playground and broke her wrist today. She has a hard splint and will need to get a cast later on this week. The cast will be on from 4-6 weeks so she may still have it on the cruise.

Normal insurance does not cover a waterproof cast but we can get her one if we pay $15. We will definitely get that for her. It will be the best $15 I'll ever spend!!

I know we will all have a blast on the cruise no matter what!!!

 

[DCLADDICT]

THIS WILL BE #3. OUR FIRST CRUISE WAS JUST DW AND I, AND ON THE SECOND WE TOOK THE WHOLE FAMILY. IN FACT, MY DD WANTED ME TO GO BOOK OUR NEXT CRUISE BEFORE WE HAD EVEN LEFT PORT CANAVERAL ON THAT CRUISE! WE REALLY LOVE THE ATMOSPHERE AND THE FACT THAT THE FAMILY CAN BE TOGETHER AND SEPERATE TO DO THEIR OWN THING IF THEY WANT. ALSO THE SAFETY AND SECURITY WE HAVE FELT ON THE SHIP. THANKS FOR ALL THE WONDERFUL WELCOMES!!!

 

[greytlady]

Seastar,
I'm so sorry to hear about your DD's wrist. My daughter broke her arm last year. I never want to go through that again. It's a good thing kids bounce back so quickly. I'm sure she'll get extra attention from the CMs on ship. Maybe Mickey can sign her cast.