WBRepo-Ship of Thieves-Remember the Magic Pt6

[EllaEnchanted]

This will probably be one of your favorite pictures of all times......it's priceless!

 

[gaylean93]

Aye, I know, I need stay in for a change and relax with glass of wines.

But going out next Saturday to see my brother andhis girlfriend.

Scottishwee35

It sounds relaxing. Plus you gotta let the husbands go out once in awhile Jon never goes out without me because he is too lazy. When I don't make him go he doesn't

 

[EllaEnchanted]

Who are these people?

Well I know for a fact that they happen to be very good friends of yours!

 

[gaylean93]

OK, do you & others want me to be your coach?

I think we have spoke of this before. I guess it never happened. I know others would be thrilled as well. I really need recipes that are good and filling. The work involved doesn't bother me. I just need them to be good tasting. I'm lucky because I am not too picky.

 

[gaylean93]

This will probably be one of your favorite pictures of all times......it's priceless!

They fell asleep before they were even in their pjs. When I woke up Brooke was in her nightgown. She said "I just couldn't sleep like that". I think she could, what do you think

 

[gaylean93]

Oh boy, Tyler's making a door sign for pirate night with both our names on it! He just asked me how to spell "Holly" and when I asked him why he showed me what he was making. I hate to tell him that sign will be lost LONG before we're able to cruise again.

Think optimistically

 

[gaylean93]

Darrell and I are hoping for the first Baltic cruise (if all the rumors are true).

We'll find out very soon. Maybe they changed the whole thing to surprise us.

 

[EllaEnchanted]

COOL! Have you been over to the Tortola thread? We have more cruisemates, including another UK couple.

Love the photos and sure wish I had been there with you.

.....back to catch up.....

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It really IS such a small world you know......I had just posted on the other thread to Emily/rotary2808 that it was a shame that she was only going to be at WDW for the weekend. I said that if they were going to be there longer, we would plan a little mini meet.

The next thing you know, Monica pointed out that a group of people just passed us with Transatlantic tee shirts on......my husband says, I'm going to go talk to them.......then he asks them, Do you Dis......I'm 1Grumpy John. Emily says......I know you, we're going to be cruising together to Tortola......then I went over and John introduced me as EllaEnchanted and Emily said, I know you posted about us meeting up and we thought we wouldn't be able to so we didn't plan on it......but yet here we are saying hello anyway......SUCH A SMALL WORLD!!!

 

[EllaEnchanted]

I figured that out after your pictures this morning. I'm soooo jealous.

They had Moet & Chandon.....my personal favorite......and we got to keep two plastic champagne glasses......that we can use when we travel. Gotta recycle.

 

[EllaEnchanted]

OK kiddies, the sun is shining and it's beautiful here in Florida.

We saw Sandi and the boys last night back at the hotel after Epcot. Joe didn't come so we had a nice visit.

I talked to my cousin today and he's really sick, sick, sick. So we did a telephone visit and we won't be going to his house. We'll leave him be miserable all by himself. The last thing he needs now is company.

We can't do Typhoon Lagoon tomorrow because I can't get my leg wet. Bummer! We'll probably go to Magic Kingdom instead.

Today I want to go to the millenia mall and find the carvel so that I can have an ice cream sunday and then maybe we'll go play some mini golf.

Ta for now!

 

[edna mode]

Yeah, it is supposed to have the opposite effect on ADHD kids. Strange how it does that. Oh well, I just do what the doctor tells me.

OK, I just got my pajamas on, now I'm really headed to bed. It's 12:30!

ADHD drugs fall into a class of medications known as stimulants. ADHD stimulants boost levels of two neurotransmitters, or chemical messengers in the brain, known as dopamine and norepinephrine. Dopamine is thought to play a role in memory formation and the onset of addictive behaviors, while norepinephrine has been linked with arousal and attentiveness.

In non add brains it works like speed. In ADD brains it has the opposite affect of evening out the brain.


Here is some of our favorite research:

----In 1990, published PET data that supported the notion of brain underactivity in the prefrontal cortex, especially in response to an intellectual challenge. Data from my own work with SPECT brain imaging drew the same conclusions. At rest most ADD people have normal activity in their brain. When they perform a concentration task, however, they experience decreased activity in the prefrontal cortex, rather than the expected increased activity that is seen in a normal control group.
Tied to the decreased prefrontal cortex findings are the studies that indicate that ADD is has a large genetic contribution, involving dopamine availability in the brain. A significant amount of dopamine is produced in the basal ganglia (large, structures deep within the brain). Stimulant medications work by enhancing dopamine availability in this part of the brain. Studies have demonstrated that the basal ganglia is smaller in people with ADD. The basal ganglia have a significant number of nerve tracks that go through the limbic system to the prefrontal cortex. It appears that when there is not enough dopamine available in the basal ganglia then there is not enough 'fuel' to drive the frontal lobes when they need to activate with concentration.
-----Dr. Daniel Amen
Although the causes of ADD/ADHD are not fully understood, most specialists believe that chemical imbalances in the brain play a major role. Medications work by correcting this imbalance. Author and ADD specialist Dr. Gabor Maté offers the following explanation of how medication works for people with ADD/ADHD:
• Even though people with ADD/ADHD are often hyperactive, their brain waves are slower at times when they would be expected to be faster (such as when reading or attempting demanding tasks).
• Like a policeman directing traffic at a busy intersection, the brain's prefrontal cortex sorts out and organizes sensations coming from the body and the environment, inhibiting those that are not useful in a given situation. When the prefrontal cortex does its job, there is order
• In people with ADD/ADHD, the prefrontal cortex is like a policeman asleep on the job. Sensory information floods in without being filtered or prioritized. The result is an unfocused, scattered mind. Traffic is gridlocked.
• ADD/ADHD medications wake the policeman up, allowing the prefrontal cortex to do its job and direct traffic more efficiently.
----------HelpGuide.org

Medications that treat ADHD are not tranquilizers or sedatives. They do not slow down the nervous system. They actually improve functioning in various areas of the brain involved with attention, concentration and self-control. Over 200 well controlled studies have shown that these medications are the safest and most effective psychiatric medications. Failure to treat ADHD with medications may result in increased risk of substance abuse and decreased white matter volumes in the brain. ---Child Development Institute

 

[HollyTyler]

Thanks Kelly! My description to a friend last night was that Tyler's acting like he's on speed, so I guess I was right without knowing it. After church, the teacher in Kindgom Kids (who didn't know about the additional med) told me he was Mr. Motormouth, telling my whole life story and he was the one who answered all the questions in class. She said he just couldn't stop talking, but wasn't misbehaving at all. Good, but that motormouth talking could be a problem in school. We'll see this week I suppose.

 

[HollyTyler]

So on our way to church, we drove past a street that had a police car blocking the road and down a bit we could see a TON of people. Tyler asked me what was going on there and I didn't know. Then about 2 blocks farther down, we saw a GIANT field completely filled with cars and a bus pulled out with tons of people in hard hats. DUH! I still didn't get it. Until during the sermon at church when the pastor mentioned prayers for the Extreme Makeover Home Edition team working here this week for the new home for the __________ family (I can't remember their name). I'd completely forgotten! So that's what we drove by.

So after church, we drove by again and looked more carefully down the street. YUP! Those are definitely construction workers with hardhats. It's a short street, so they can't completely hide the site. Walking up and down the intersecting street were tons of people with hardhats and the blue shirts that have the show logo on the back, they must have been walking to their cars instead of waiting for the shuttles (not a far walk). I was surprised to only see one police car at each end of the street. I wonder if I parked nearby if they'd let us walk down to see if we can help with anything. Probably not. But it was still exciting to think that one of our favorite shows is RIGHT HERE and we got to see the site and tons of workers.

I wonder if those contruction workers need to buy some boy scout popcorn?

 

[HollyTyler]

I made the Ice Queen oh so happy today because she got to see me again! I had Tyler call and ask if we could pick up his boy scout uniform and his dad wasn't there, only her, so when we got there, she was waiting just inside the door, opened the door a bit and I only saw her hand reach out holding the uniform for Tyler to grab. I tried to talk through the gap in the door and told her, "Thanks, we need it so he can try to sell more popcorn and deliver some other orders", she just mumbled, "Got it" and shut the door. She's a great source of entertainment for me!

I'm surprised Tyler doesn't ask me if she's mad or ask something. He pretty much doesn't even talk about her anymore. Strange.

ANYWAY, lunch is over and now we're off to do popcorn duty!

 

[granmaz]

Hello. Very hot 2 days here - I'm a bit pink!!! Seems you only need 30 mins a day to burn! Had a couple of quiet restful days swimming, chatting ijn the shade, crazy golf etc. Boy we're getting lazy!

You're silly too

Oh, I already knew that!!!

Well, the one partner that started this whole ordeal by asking me to stay last week, he's happy because I'll be working for him (he's the Energizer Bunny lawyer) and his 3 associates. One partner, the 80 year old, doesn't know anything yet because he'll try to get me to do his work. The 3rd partner is afraid I'll do this again in a couple months.

The office manager is TICKED OFF! She likes us secretaries to think that she's in charge of everything and that she rules the roost. Well, unfortunately, she's basically in charge of maintaining proper equipment for us and making sure the work flow is going smoothly (which she doesn't do). She has absolutely no power regarding hiring or firing, it's all up to the partners because they're the bosses.

She's SO MAD that I didn't talk to her first, but the decision is not hers, so she has no part in it. I work for the lawyers, not her. Well, she didn't say a word to me all afternoon, then at 4:35 she called me and asked if I have a few minutes to come talk to her about things. I honestly told her, "Sorry, I can't, I have a bunch of things that have to get mailed today and the mailcarrier comes at 4:45 to pick up". She yelled, "WE NEED TO TALK ABOUT THIS!" I told her not at the end of the day when things have to get out the door. I didn't leave work until 5:20 because one lawyer brought me stuff at 4:50 that needed to go out today (but by email). As I walked out of the office, I said to her, "SEE?! I wasn't joking, I had lots to get done, so much that I wasn't able to leave on time." She didn't even say a word or even look up at me. Now she knows that I know she has no power after all. This is actually quite fun!

You can have more fun with the manager I think - enjoy!!!

Hi everybody. I have been in hiding. We leave for our Disney cruise 7 weeks!! I am so excited!!

How is everybody?

Woohoo Lisa, hi.

Hey, Lisa, I haven't seen you on here in a while.

I know, I have been lurking too much. I am keeping up with everything, just sometimes I don't have much to say. If you can believe that.....

Hi Tammy - so pleased when you post!

Hi Marilyn

What the weather like?

Scottishwee35

Very hot!

OK - here are a few pictures from today

The group:

We'll call the following "Drinking and Driving In EPCOT"

Oh, I wish I was there.

Vanessa is off to Italy for fall break. Just a short plane ride for them....nice to live in Europe!!

We really miss Vanessa....it has been hard to adjust getting use to her being gone.

Frank is so TOTALLY all better!! He is travelling and having the time of his life. I guess near death experiences change your perspective a little.

My mom is the same....GRUMPY. I am taking her to South Carolina next weekend so she can spend 3 months with my brother. The next weekend I am going back to SC for my nieces wedding!! (Mount Pleasant). Soon there after, we go on the Magic!!

Mom has lived with us now for 18 months....and a break will be very nice.

How fantastic that Frank is a new man. Amazing. You need a good break from your grumpy mom Lisa. Enjoy the time.

I had a totally crazy night and I don't think it would appropriate to talk about on here. Now I have you all wondering

You do!

No one told Deb and Jon that you were coordinating

It really IS such a small world you know......I had just posted on the other thread to Emily/rotary2808 that it was a shame that she was only going to be at WDW for the weekend. I said that if they were going to be there longer, we would plan a little mini meet.

The next thing you know, Monica pointed out that a group of people just passed us with Transatlantic tee shirts on......my husband says, I'm going to go talk to them.......then he asks them, Do you Dis......I'm 1Grumpy John. Emily says......I know you, we're going to be cruising together to Tortola......then I went over and John introduced me as EllaEnchanted and Emily said, I know you posted about us meeting up and we thought we wouldn't be able to so we didn't plan on it......but yet here we are saying hello anyway......SUCH A SMALL WORLD!!!

Fab!

 

[gaylean93]

They had Moet & Chandon.....my personal favorite......and we got to keep two plastic champagne glasses......that we can use when we travel. Gotta recycle.

I haven't sipped one I didn't like but I do enjoy some more than others and that is one of my favorites too

 

[gaylean93]

ADHD drugs fall into a class of medications known as stimulants. ADHD stimulants boost levels of two neurotransmitters, or chemical messengers in the brain, known as dopamine and norepinephrine. Dopamine is thought to play a role in memory formation and the onset of addictive behaviors, while norepinephrine has been linked with arousal and attentiveness.

In non add brains it works like speed. In ADD brains it has the opposite affect of evening out the brain.


Here is some of our favorite research:

----In 1990, published PET data that supported the notion of brain underactivity in the prefrontal cortex, especially in response to an intellectual challenge. Data from my own work with SPECT brain imaging drew the same conclusions. At rest most ADD people have normal activity in their brain. When they perform a concentration task, however, they experience decreased activity in the prefrontal cortex, rather than the expected increased activity that is seen in a normal control group.
Tied to the decreased prefrontal cortex findings are the studies that indicate that ADD is has a large genetic contribution, involving dopamine availability in the brain. A significant amount of dopamine is produced in the basal ganglia (large, structures deep within the brain). Stimulant medications work by enhancing dopamine availability in this part of the brain. Studies have demonstrated that the basal ganglia is smaller in people with ADD. The basal ganglia have a significant number of nerve tracks that go through the limbic system to the prefrontal cortex. It appears that when there is not enough dopamine available in the basal ganglia then there is not enough 'fuel' to drive the frontal lobes when they need to activate with concentration.
-----Dr. Daniel Amen
Although the causes of ADD/ADHD are not fully understood, most specialists believe that chemical imbalances in the brain play a major role. Medications work by correcting this imbalance. Author and ADD specialist Dr. Gabor Maté offers the following explanation of how medication works for people with ADD/ADHD:
• Even though people with ADD/ADHD are often hyperactive, their brain waves are slower at times when they would be expected to be faster (such as when reading or attempting demanding tasks).
• Like a policeman directing traffic at a busy intersection, the brain's prefrontal cortex sorts out and organizes sensations coming from the body and the environment, inhibiting those that are not useful in a given situation. When the prefrontal cortex does its job, there is order
• In people with ADD/ADHD, the prefrontal cortex is like a policeman asleep on the job. Sensory information floods in without being filtered or prioritized. The result is an unfocused, scattered mind. Traffic is gridlocked.
• ADD/ADHD medications wake the policeman up, allowing the prefrontal cortex to do its job and direct traffic more efficiently.
----------HelpGuide.org

Medications that treat ADHD are not tranquilizers or sedatives. They do not slow down the nervous system. They actually improve functioning in various areas of the brain involved with attention, concentration and self-control. Over 200 well controlled studies have shown that these medications are the safest and most effective psychiatric medications. Failure to treat ADHD with medications may result in increased risk of substance abuse and decreased white matter volumes in the brain. ---Child Development Institute

I thought Adderrall wasn't a stimulant. I think Tyler has that one.

 

[gaylean93]

So on our way to church, we drove past a street that had a police car blocking the road and down a bit we could see a TON of people. Tyler asked me what was going on there and I didn't know. Then about 2 blocks farther down, we saw a GIANT field completely filled with cars and a bus pulled out with tons of people in hard hats. DUH! I still didn't get it. Until during the sermon at church when the pastor mentioned prayers for the Extreme Makeover Home Edition team working here this week for the new home for the __________ family (I can't remember their name). I'd completely forgotten! So that's what we drove by.

So after church, we drove by again and looked more carefully down the street. YUP! Those are definitely construction workers with hardhats. It's a short street, so they can't completely hide the site. Walking up and down the intersecting street were tons of people with hardhats and the blue shirts that have the show logo on the back, they must have been walking to their cars instead of waiting for the shuttles (not a far walk). I was surprised to only see one police car at each end of the street. I wonder if I parked nearby if they'd let us walk down to see if we can help with anything. Probably not. But it was still exciting to think that one of our favorite shows is RIGHT HERE and we got to see the site and tons of workers.

I wonder if those contruction workers need to buy some boy scout popcorn?

We are selling See's candy not popcorn.

 

[gaylean93]

Hi Marilyn. It sounds like you are having a great time. Stay out of the sun. I know you are happy to see it but too much can be a problem

I really didn't do anything Friday night that was any crazier than you've heard about before. I just wanted to tease everyone.

 

[granmaz]

You are so right about being excited with seeing the sun, but honestly we aren't in it much!!!