Sept 18 2010 WB TransAtlantic Pirates/Capt Jacks Re-Repoing Repossession Cruise Pt.7

[Frodo UK]

I think Albert(or Ann, can't remember who is who at the moment) means they didn't originally put the quote they were replying to in the post, and their post didn't make sense!!! I read it last night and wondered what they meant! Now I understand!!!

Thanks for explaining Marilyn, my apologies to FrauP. Of course it was Albert, Ann is more DIS Boards savvy!

Albert

 

[granmaz]

Welcome back Lynne. Did you have a nice holiday?

Thanks for explaining Marilyn, my apologies to FrauP. Of course it was Albert, Ann is more DIS Boards savvy!

Albert

Well I put your name first Albert so I think I realised it was you really!!!

 

[gismo1554]

I hadn't even thought about that, good point. I am in 4 groups because there are 4 of us, so thought we could share the candy / chocs. Is anyone else doing this or do I need to buy some more variety? I am bringing Caramello Koala's http://www.cadbury.com.au/products/pre-teens-confectionery/caramello-koala.aspx

True, something to suck on works, or a drink to swallow is good also, they advise you to feed babies their bottles. Good one Paula!

I've looked at mine and got about 3 people in both groups so Im going to get 3 extra bars of a different type so people have 2 things. I assume most people will do groups so eahc member of room gets something. I'm doing 2 just cause Im greedy lol!

 

[gismo1554]

Had a productive day today. Have written all postcards. Have set up bags for everyone on my Postcard or Scrapbook exchange and most people on Candy and FE exchange (although ran out of bags) and everything is ready to put together FE gifts, just need to get them off my Mum now lol!

 

[Candy Apple]

A couple of tips for those of you who haven't travelled far with kids before.
*Order the kids meal, it is a good sized meal and it gets brought out before everyone else's meals, that way you can get the kids organised and fed before your own meal comes out.
* Don't give them too many sugary snacks, there is not a lot of room to burn of sugar on the plane, LOL!
* Keep them up late the night before the flight, make them tired, it is easier if the kids can sleep on the plane.
* Bring stuff for them to do, colouring-in, journals, etc....I do bring my kids Nintendo's and iPhones but limit the time on them, they are so stimulating they would play them for hours!
* If your airline doesn't supply blankets, bring one, it can be cold on board, the blanket is comforting and can also be used to block light. Also a squishy small pillow is great.
* For younger kids, bring their favourite toy, or whatever helps settle them. Don't even think about trying to cut down on luggage and not bring it! But, don't leave it on the plane!

My kids travel very well, but I have seen many tantrums and unsettled kids on planes, It's not pleasant for anyone, so I say "whatever works" to keeps the kids calm!

Great ideas. My kids usually travel well, too, so I'm lucky. I think I'll add the kids meal for DS10.

Usually you get 1 meal and whats classed as a snack meal as you mentioned, which is breakfast. Breakfast is usually like a roll or something similar.

That's what I figured. A roll is definitely not gluten free. Looks like a box of corn chex it is!

 

[Candy Apple]

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I just tried this link and it says I have to create an account. The other time I accessed it, it just came right up. DH is curious about the weather. He is already thinking about packing--very unusual for him. I think he really needs a vacation. Last week was very busy at work for him. When I told him about our seating arrangements on our flight to Barcelona (all four of us in different rows), he asked about the flight back from Barcelona. I told him we would be taking the Magic. Yep, time for a vacation.

 

[Goofygranny]

The Delta Agent said the plane is 2/3/2 and Abby and I have a window/aisle, which is great. I am glad no middle on this plane for our seats. I don't have our seat number yet, he told us, but I was so darn excited, I didn't listen. I will let you know as soon as we have it. I will probably wear my lanyard if I meet up with Erik beforehand. YEAH! We can start partying early - I see you have 2 sons my daughter's age. Abby thinks she will be too excited to sleep, she has never done this before so I think she is in for a rude awakening. Our layover is approximately 2 hours. Cannot wait to meet up!

You and Abby are 22G & 22F.

 

[UKANGEL]

Mark just asked me this, and I can't remember.......is the Magic no-smoking on one side of the ship? If so, which side is it? Thank you!

 

[FrauP]

Thanks for explaining Marilyn, my apologies to FrauP. Of course it was Albert, Ann is more DIS Boards savvy!

Albert

 

[su_kraft]

Good onya, you need a few more conference calls and you'll be all ready with your WBTA book. I really wish there was a good digital scrapbooking program that works on a MAC, anyone know of one?

Nope, you definitely take out the Momma Bear title! I'm just training

A non-DIS friend of mine did her last one on shutterfly. It wasn't as detailed as CM, but I think she is on a MAC as well.

No assistant... You can be an APPRENTICE!!

You did 4 scrapbooks while on a phone call .... now thats what I call multi-tasking.

Indeed! Sometime I can offer up a lot, but not on this one... Since I am the Retail Support Manager and not a developer, I get stuck on these calls with this customer (who shll remain nameless, but if you wanted a round baked dough item with a hole in the middle - that is them ) because they demand a manager or higher on any call for an active issue...

I need to buckle down and do the last two, and just be done with it.

Question - what are people doing about the Candy exchange if you have 1 person in 2 of your groups? Are you giving 2 of the same bar or 2 different or 1 bar?

So, there are 4 of us and we are in 4 groups. I asked everyone for their favorite, and then I started buying stuff on sale. Each group gets different selection.

I confess I thought Shrek and Madagascar were funnier (better) than some of the recent Disney stuff.

I loved the Shrek movies (and still consider me to me to be a Disney Snob...)

How come it's Germany?!?

Is there sth in particular he is interested in?

He is fascinated with hostory. German history caught his attention a few years back and has had a stronghold ever since. When we were building the home we live in now he told me he wanted to move to Germany instead.

He has just checked on the FIFA game schedule for today and hopes that he "Netherlands beats up on Spain because Spain beat Germany"

I hadn't even thought about that, good point. I am in 4 groups because there are 4 of us, so thought we could share the candy / chocs. Is anyone else doing this or do I need to buy some more variety? I am bringing Caramello Koala's http://www.cadbury.com.au/products/pre-teens-confectionery/caramello-koala.aspx

Are the Caramello Koala's what you sent Becca or Stephen? OMG!!! YUMMY!!

Hope you are all ok,
Sarah, I will e-mail you my rezy number, I dont want to ask mum re there number at the monet, but since they are linked to us I m sure it will be fine.

LYNNE!!! Ive missed your witty posts!! How was your trip?


Im off to try and figure out VAT and what it means to me... I may be daft at times, but if I am reading right we shop at certain stores for certain items (can't get a good list) and get forms and a check from the store. Then we fill out more forms and take the checks to the customs office at the port, and then send it all - checks included - back to somewhere - and then we wait for up to 4 months for a check that we can cash.

Surely I must be missing something, right? With all that work, I might just kiss the 16% goodbye.

 

[gismo1554]

I just tried this link and it says I have to create an account. The other time I accessed it, it just came right up. DH is curious about the weather. He is already thinking about packing--very unusual for him. I think he really needs a vacation. Last week was very busy at work for him. When I told him about our seating arrangements on our flight to Barcelona (all four of us in different rows), he asked about the flight back from Barcelona. I told him we would be taking the Magic. Yep, time for a vacation.

OK I'm getting confused! Here are the 2 versions I have on google both of which shouldn't ask for access but then again who knows - oh and they are identicle just uploaded twice:

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[gismo1554]

Mark just asked me this, and I can't remember.......is the Magic no-smoking on one side of the ship? If so, which side is it? Thank you!

I don't know but its only on Deck 9 & 10 isn't it because I thought you weren't meant to smoke on balconies or anything???

 

[woody73]

May have to be M&S or Thorntons.

Yummy!

Woody

 

[granmaz]

Unfortunately you can smoke on verandahs, and on Deck 4 Starboard at certain times, not during the day because it is a running/walking deck.

No smoking around the children's pool.

Otherwise you can smoke Starboard, Decks 9 & 10. Nowhere inside at all.

 

[su_kraft]

Thought I would post this incase anyone else was interested. I have sent it off to the concierge to confirm, and hope to hear back tomorrow - and I will modify for any changes.

 

[tinker1bell]

Sounds like a lovely day ... I love meeting up with my DIS friends. I'm going to be nosey now .... what is the DDA thread ? I see Mickey made it on the trip too

It started with lots of folks on the Creative Designs group doing a lot of designs for shirts and other things. A group of us just kept staying together and posting so we came up with the DDA which means Disney Design Addicts. We still have folks who do designs but the group consists of about 25 or more regulars, men and women who come on and post on a regular basis. We have had meets of 16 more or less in Washington D C, Baltimore and even down in WDW and it is always such fun. We have seen our friends pass on, have children, find a mate and in some cases, leave one. It is so comforting to have them as friends.

 

[woody73]

Thought I would post this incase anyone else was interested. I have sent it off to the concierge to confirm, and hope to hear back tomorrow - and I will modify for any changes.

Sue, I always thought it odd to schedule the first formal night on Day 3, when we visit Gibraltar. The all aboard time is 5:30, and first seating is at 6:00. What were they thinking?

Typically, the first formal night is on the first sea day.

Let's see what the concierge says.

Woody

 

[tweety0227]

Thought I would post this incase anyone else was interested. I have sent it off to the concierge to confirm, and hope to hear back tomorrow - and I will modify for any changes.

that's very helpful, Sue. Thanks

 

[TotallyAngelic]

Hope you are all ok,
Sarah, I will e-mail you my rezy number, I dont want to ask mum re there number at the monet, but since they are linked to us I m sure it will be fine.

Welcome home Lynne ... hope you enjoyed your break. We missed you

Had a productive day today. Have written all postcards. Have set up bags for everyone on my Postcard or Scrapbook exchange and most people on Candy and FE exchange (although ran out of bags) and everything is ready to put together FE gifts, just need to get them off my Mum now lol!

WOW ... very productive. I am impressed. I am waiting on supplies to finish my FE gifts, and hopefully by the time they arrive my hand will be normal and I can crack on !!!

Yummy!

Woody

OK .... have you tried Thorntons choccies Woody. I am assuming you don't get these in USA / Australia / NZ / mainland Europe. I want to give you something you haven't had before !!!

 

[granmaz]

Sue, I always thought it odd to schedule the first formal night on Day 3, when we visit Gibraltar. The all aboard time is 5:30, and first seating is at 6:00. What were they thinking?

Typically, the first formal night is on the first sea day.

Let's see what the concierge says.

Woody

I'm wondering if that will change. Does seem very strange to me too.