September 3, 2005 --- Who is going?

[captaincrash]

OK...

So #1000 buys the first round of drinks at the DIS gathering ....

.... or you have to bring the 1st keg to the party! I'll bring the paper cups.

Does this mean the Toga theme is back on again? ANd what about my pyrotechnics? We're gonna need another launching vernada.... anyone wanna volunteer their veranda? I may have difficulty getting my fireworks through airport security... especially the launchers. They're likely to mistake me for a maligned sort! To say nothing of what DCL security is gonna say when I try to explain what I'm doing with the stuff at the gangway!

 

[xABearx]

Sorry, I just filed for Bankruptcy today and have no money

 

[itdjbw]

Who has ressies for Palo? We have one for dinner and brunch. I have heard so much about the Chocolate Souffle, I have to try it!

Have tried so many times to make one but it is always ' no reservations available' or something like that.

 

[lisa702]

Have tried so many times to make one but it is always ' no reservations available' or something like that.

You can try once we board.........they keep some available for then.

 

[lisa702]

YEA!!!!! We made it to 1000 and beyond! Anyone for 2000? Just kidding!

 

[captaincrash]

LOL!???

Bankruptcy? ok... I'll do you a huge favor.... I'll officially grant you a PARDON as I've just self appointed myself President of the USA for about 5 seconds which is just long enough to sign the document - and long enough to qualify for a federal Presidential pension. Now there is the matter of collecting my pension = and our free kegs!

I hear 5 seconds of presidential service has recently been amended to just free meals for a week on the cruise ship of my choice - and the choice is just - you guessed it - the DCL Magic - and it is good only on the NEXT 7 day voyage. Oh - and I have to pay for my own cabin / port and taxes. Not the deal I bargained for when I granted the pardon... but that's how it goes.

 

[disneyfanforever]

Wow, we hit 1000! Way to go.

As far as special souvenirs, I think the Christmas ornament is a great idea. I think we might even try to do our Christmas Cards at Shutters.

We collect Disney pins so I am sure we will pick up a few of those. We also collect key chains so I am sure we will try to get a few of those too.

I am probably 80% packed now. I have been working at it all day. My DH hasn't packed a single thing so he better get busy tonight.

So jealous of you Andy and Ginny. Say hi to Downtown Disney for us. My boys would love to be going to the Lego store right now.

Robyn

 

[itdjbw]

Don't forget to bring dollar bills for room service tips!!

We try go to the bank and make a special request for $2.00 bill, great for room service and porters and different for them.

 

[captaincrash]

Wow....

... I'm just starting to grasp the magnitude of the situation in the gulf coast. It is nearly mind boggling that this sort of thing could happen in the USA. Maybe I'm being pedestrian about it - but it's the simple truth.

Sorry to reintroduce a dampening moment - but I sort of needed to express a bit of acknowledge this - (I don't really know why)... it's a sort of strange feeling. This is no less - and in many ways a bigger event then the twin towers of 9-11.

Oh well... sorry to be so public about it. I just happen to be here - and on another note... I have to get back to preparing to go. It's tough going here - too many distractions and such. Plus I just saw an episode of Star Trek Vovager I never saw before. Evidently I missed on when it was originally aired. I'm sort of watching some of my DVCDs while I pack and look after our 1.75 year old. Juuggle Juggle Juggle....

 

[itdjbw]

Gas prices have gone crazy here, the lines are long and the roads all blocked up, they are talking about stations being closed, we hopefully have enough to get down into Florida.

Still haven't packed or done anything and DS is having a meltdown over Homework.

 

[captaincrash]

The meltdown is OK...

... he will survive so long as his safety and emotional well being is not permanently scarred...

Have you tried bribing him with ice cream? I'm still trying to get my spouse to bribe me to do things but all I get is a level stare and silence (usually). It's been like this for about 15 years now - the honeymoon ended 5 years after our first dat e and 5 years before our real honeymoon!

 

[lisa702]

Gas prices have gone crazy here, the lines are long and the roads all blocked up, they are talking about stations being closed, we hopefully have enough to get down into Florida.

Still haven't packed or done anything and DS is having a meltdown over Homework.

The lines are pretty long here as well. Everyone rushing to fill up before th prices go up again. The highest I saw today was 2.85. Cheapest was 2.58. I filled my tank earlier in the week. I drive a small car so it should last at least til we drive to the Cape. Its only about 2 hours from my house.

 

[disneyfanforever]

Gas prices are going crazy here in Arkansas too. The station that is normally the cheapest is at 2.89 I believe. My DH said the price in Little Rock where he works was 3.16. I am glad we will be on the cruise soon and won't have to fill up for a week. It is crazy how the prices are rising so quick. However, I realize how blessed and lucky I am considering what has happened in New Orleans and Mississippi. I have my house, my car, and most of all my family safe and sound. My heart and prayers go out to those who have lost their loved ones or are still unable to make contact with those they love.

On a lighter note, I think since Andy is having to bring the kegs since he was the 1000th poster then captaincrash is going to have to wear that toga after all. Toga!Toga!

Robyn

 

[gdulaney]

ginny i just pm'd my picks for the next two races to tori, we'll see how that works out.

Good luck!!! I've got to figure out my picks and PM Tori.

Ginny

 

[gdulaney]

Have a safe trip everyone! Can't wait to see you in the Promenade Lounge on Saturday. Dave and I will be at the Detroit airport 48 hours from now. Count me in Crash on the internet sharing. By the way, Andy and Pogo, Dave is a huge Nascar fan, too. I'm sure he'll be heading to Diversions on Sunday for a race. I'm clueless abut Nascar.

Jan

Jan -

Usually Diversions doesn't show the race...it's on the wrong network (not an ABC affiliate). We'll be out on the SD-7 either before dinner or after dinner (or both, if I know Andy).... you guys are welcome to join us to listen to the race on the XM radio.

Ginny

 

[itdjbw]

Can't believe am still sitting here reading the boards, should be packing, but just cannot seem to get moving.
Tomorrow I guess will be one of those really rushed late nights, just hoping our drive down is okay.

Wishing everyone a safe trip and see you all Saturday.

Captain - thanks for the pics, the kids are so cute!

Julia

 

[gdulaney]

Trying to do my part again - we are soooo close to 1000!!

Can you get this delicious chocolate soufflé during brunch at Palos or is it a dinner only thing?

I believe it's only available at dinner.

Ginny

 

[gdulaney]

Have tried so many times to make one but it is always ' no reservations available' or something like that.

If you can't get a ressie for Palo, you can stop by and ask if you can sit at the bar to have a glass of wine (cup of coffee) and a souffle.

Ginny

 

[gdulaney]

So jealous of you Andy and Ginny. Say hi to Downtown Disney for us. My boys would love to be going to the Lego store right now. Robyn

Robyn,

We are directly across from DisneyQuest and the House of Blues. The ladies at the front desk told us that at midnight we'll have perfect viewing for watching the fireworks. Wish you guys were here!!

Ginny

 

[captaincrash]

Julia...

.... don't admit to feelin' guilty about lurking when you should be packing - otherwise "I" might start feelin' guilty too... cuz I have to pack too and get to my airport hotel tonight. Plus fedex some stuff - and run to the post office + fun to the library + pack + all sorts of other things.... and here I am lurking and posting.... so do you suppose "you or I" should feel guilty about lurking.... and posting? It's a sickness I tell ya... maybe we can all get together at the DIS meet and form a self help group to deal with this .... addiction.... and THAT means we'll have to set up shared unlimited use internet accounts so we can all continue our lurking WHILE ABOARD! Frankly I think I might post something for laughs. Otherwise we'll be just doin' ebay and email... plus maybe some other mundane stuff.

So - yeah... I'm lurking too - you're not alone among the last minute packers who also spare a moment to lurk .... and post!

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BTW,.... Ginny....

Great tip on Palo at the bar... but we were wondering - do they exact a serving fee for doing that? Or is it just served without the dining fee? IE - have you done this personally? My spouse thought that sounded like a great tip!