MICKEY'S PARTY PIRATES! September 7th 2008 - Disney Wonder

[dolphingirl47]

Corinna,

Thanks so much for keeping this list so updated. I've copied it before, it's so much easier than my handwritten list.

It's my pleasure. I have just sorted the FE gifts for day two and this was so much easier using the list. So I figured other people might as well benefit from it as well.

Corinna

 

[tinkerbell34]

I have a hand written list in my wallet that I try and update at work. Christopher has been with me everytime I have bought a gift but he had no idea what it was for and hasn't even asked. I am just not sure when I'm going to put them together. Buying one thing here and one thing there doesn't arouse suspicison, however, I think seeing them all together in the little gift bags might. Maybe I'll throw them all in a bag and do it at work. I have done everything else there so why not! My coworkers are counting down to my cruise w/ me because it has been all I have talked about since January. Now whether they are counting down because they are excited for me or can't wait for me to shut up can be debated.

 

[pjstevens]

Dang.........thought I had this picture thing figured out this time!

Here we try again!

Karen, He is adorable! Can't wait to meet him (and you, lol)

 

[pjstevens]

I have a hand written list in my wallet that I try and update at work. Christopher has been with me everytime I have bought a gift but he had no idea what it was for and hasn't even asked. I am just not sure when I'm going to put them together. Buying one thing here and one thing there doesn't arouse suspicison, however, I think seeing them all together in the little gift bags might. Maybe I'll throw them all in a bag and do it at work. I have done everything else there so why not! My coworkers are counting down to my cruise w/ me because it has been all I have talked about since January. Now whether they are counting down because they are excited for me or can't wait for me to shut up can be debated.

LOL Dawn, you are so funny. I cannot believe you have pulled all this off right under his nose. I was dying laughing at you doing all this at work. It's amazing what we can do at work some days, lol.

 

[tinkerbell34]

I'm a multi tasker Patricia! I can make patient appointments, fill requests for medications, and put together cruise magnets and FE gifts all at the same time! All in a days work!

 

[dolphingirl47]

My co-workers are getting into the spirit as well. I keep getting asked were I will be two weeks from any given date.

Corinna

 

[pjstevens]

I'm a multi tasker Patricia! I can make patient appointments, fill requests for medications, and put together cruise magnets and FE gifts all at the same time! All in a days work!

Dawn,

I was going to say most WOMEN are!!!! but didn't want to offend the guys here (hi honey, lol).

My co-workers are getting into the spirit as well. I keep getting asked were I will be two weeks from any given date.

Corinna

Corinna, I work with just my boss, so I don't have that, but hubby and I keep saying, in so many weeks or days, we'll be 'here' or 'there', lol. I am getting so excited.

 

[miler1600]

I am absolutely NOT offended by anyone not doing FE for us! I totally understand! Anything that can be done is going to be very appreciated!

Since we have never done this before I just want to clarify: I had put several of our items in a goodie bag to leave in the FE and it says who it is from. Is that right or is it supposed to be individual items on several occasions and is it supposed to be anonymous? Thanks for the help!

Also, my parents are coming with us so me and Cory will actually have some alone time YAY!! Any suggestions on entertainment on board for adults besides having drinks? Are the shops and stuff open all the time or just certain hours? I just can't imagine having like a whole city on a boat! It is too hard to comprehend!

Also, are there curfews on the boat? Does everything shut down at a certain time or is it all 24 hours or what?

Thanks for all the info and for making us feel at home!!

 

[pjstevens]

I am absolutely NOT offended by anyone not doing FE for us! I totally understand! Anything that can be done is going to be very appreciated!

Since we have never done this before I just want to clarify: I had put several of our items in a goodie bag to leave in the FE and it says who it is from. Is that right or is it supposed to be individual items on several occasions and is it supposed to be anonymous? Thanks for the help!

Also, my parents are coming with us so me and Cory will actually have some alone time YAY!! Any suggestions on entertainment on board for adults besides having drinks? Are the shops and stuff open all the time or just certain hours? I just can't imagine having like a whole city on a boat! It is too hard to comprehend!

Also, are there curfews on the boat? Does everything shut down at a certain time or is it all 24 hours or what?

Thanks for all the info and for making us feel at home!!

Tanae,

I'll tell you I am putting together goodie bags for the kids in each of the groups and then something for the grown ups. I was going to put a tag on my gifts to say who they are from. You'll want to take the list of each persons name and cabin number so you can deliver your gifts (that I've heard can be time consuming) but since we only have ten cabins, I think it won't be too hard. Corinna is doing a cruise the week before and she has OVER 100 people in their exchange!!!! I think I'd bow out before I'd be able to do that many. Thanks for understanding that some may not be able to add you to their group.

There are some couples things in the spa (not sure if there are any openings still) along with the adults only pool, so you can lounge without having to worry about your child (or getting splashed by a kid). Also there is Palo the adult only restaurant. If you don't have a reservation yet, you might still be able to get one (either the website or on board). There is a $15 fee per person, but I've heard it is very worth it. That is where we'll be on MOnday night after our vow renewal. Oh there is also a coffee shop that's for grown ups only.

Don't know about what time things close but I am sure someone can answer that.

 

[pjstevens]

Tanae,

Just saw your photos on the Yahoo group, oh my goodness, your kids are adorable. You have to post a pic of you and hubby though so we'll have an idea who we are looking for when we meet up.

 

[dolphingirl47]

I am not sure what the others are doing, but I am in the process of making up goodie bags for the first day. This will be one per stateroom. For the other days I have individual stuff. On one day everybody is getting a little something, on the other two some of the people will get something. I was really struggling to find something for the adult males so they will only get something on one of the days.
By the way, did you see the question I asked further up? My last chance to go shopping will be Monday so I really need an answer.

Corinna

 

[miler1600]

Corinna:

I thought I answered all your questions! Did I leave something out? Also, is the list of FE people on the first page the one we are going by? thanks!

I will go and post a pic of me and cory real quick!

 

[tinkerbell34]

I am absolutely NOT offended by anyone not doing FE for us! I totally understand! Anything that can be done is going to be very appreciated!

Since we have never done this before I just want to clarify: I had put several of our items in a goodie bag to leave in the FE and it says who it is from. Is that right or is it supposed to be individual items on several occasions and is it supposed to be anonymous? Thanks for the help!

Also, my parents are coming with us so me and Cory will actually have some alone time YAY!! Any suggestions on entertainment on board for adults besides having drinks? Are the shops and stuff open all the time or just certain hours? I just can't imagine having like a whole city on a boat! It is too hard to comprehend!

Also, are there curfews on the boat? Does everything shut down at a certain time or is it all 24 hours or what?

Thanks for all the info and for making us feel at home!!

I agree w/ Patricia, your children are just beautiful! I love the princess dresses!

I'm making gift tags for my FE gifts. Everyone is just pretty much doing their own thing. We are a relaxed crowd. I think Corinna mentioned giving something every day. I am doing mine once at the beginning of the cruise because I bought things to be used throughout the journey and I'd like everyone to be able to have them as soon as I can get them out.

I don't think you would have time to order it but maybe you could visit a Barnes and Noble near you and get "The Passporter Disney Cruise Line" guide. It has SO much information and is awesome. I have read mine 3 times already. I'm trying to figure out how to use the packing list without Chris seeing it.

Oh, and I don't know if you have read about this yet, but if you bring a pillowcase, t-shirt-, matte for a picture frame ect, and put that in a ziplock bag w/ sharpies (I put in several colors) along with your stateroom number and give it to guest services they will return it at the end of the cruise w/ all the characters signatures. What a way to get a free souviner! If the girls would like just the princesses you can specify that or tell them all the characters. (You can do one for each child).

The shops are closed while in port. That is the only thing I remember reading that really closed. I haven't heard of any curfews. I guess you have to sleep some time. hehe

Now, I'm curious to know....do you have a Fish Extender? I know this is pretty much last minute for you so I was curious.

You know, I am so happy that I found this forum. I was excited about my cruise before but now, meeting all of you, has made it so much more special. Instead of sailing w/ a bunch of strangers I'm now sailing w/ friends and it is great.

 

[tinkerbell34]

Corinna:

I thought I answered all your questions! Did I leave something out? Also, is the list of FE people on the first page the one we are going by? thanks!

I will go and post a pic of me and cory real quick!

Yes, that is the list we are going by.

 

[miler1600]

No, I don't have one yet but I have some materials to make one. I am totally winging it but having fun doing it! I have also been busy making magnets! This has been an awesome activity to get us all in the "magical" mood!!

Thanks for the comments about my kiddos! The girls had such a blast getting their princess makeovers. My oldest just turned 11 and is actually getting too big to fit into princess stuff so I was so thankful we got to do it last year!

As far as the pirate costumes go, are you guys going all out or just like a patch and sword or something?

 

[pjstevens]

Corinna:

I thought I answered all your questions! Did I leave something out? Also, is the list of FE people on the first page the one we are going by? thanks!

I will go and post a pic of me and cory real quick!

Tanae,

I think Corinna posted a note about your little ones, do they wear crocs? I think she is out of things for little kids and may have something in that case. That's probably what she was checking.

 

[pjstevens]

As far as the pirate costumes go, are you guys going all out or just like a patch and sword or something?

We don't have costumes for this, so we'll jsut wear the bandana they give you on board.

 

[tinkerbell34]

My boys are total pirates. My oldest has been a pirate every year for halloween since he was 4. Needless to say I have lots of pirate gear for them. I did manage to lose my little one's pirate pants but I'll scrounge something up that will do. Myself, I have an outfit that I can make to look like a pirate and my mom and her boyfriend will just wear the bandanas. My mom was interested in dressing like a pirate but I doubt she will buy a costume.

Oh, one thing to mention about the FE, I think everyone is trying to include something that has to do where they are from. Last I heard anyway. hehe

 

[miler1600]

Yes, they do wear crocs!!

Thanks everyone for all the help!

 

[dstevens]

Hey Tanae, welcome to the gang . I read were you were curious if there was something for adults to do minus the kiddies. Of course, there is a sports bar (i believe) or atleast a place you can watch sports while eating/drinking. You don't have to drink alcohol to have fun either. Is hubby into any sports? I don't think the wifes are letting the hubbies on the dis board . My wife "forced" me onto it because i was always lurking. Now she's sorry.