Who's sailing April 18-22, 2004 - gotta start this sometime!!

[bostonlass]

Well I'm much better but my boss is still a youknowwhat. I had my weekly meeting with her and she looked at me and said, "So...how are *we* feeling?". I said that I'm ok but not 100%. She asked what the doctor said and I told her I didn't go to the doctor. (who goes to the doctor for a stomach flu?!?!? I mean I go if I think I have an ear/sinus, etc. infection but when you have the tummy bug there's nothing they can do and quite frankly I don't think they'd appreciate me being there spreading the thing around) Well she said, "well I find it QUITE odd that you wouldn't want to find out what was wrong with you!"

UGh. Are we on the high seas with no phones yet???

Travel With Kids - Good luck. I hate things like that. I always think of tons of things I want to say to my boss to stand up to her and then I end up a big wuss. My review is over two months late and it's never a good time for me to bring it up to her 'cause I'm so afraid of her. Not only that...I wanted to get married a week earlier and she said that if I did it would seriously jeapordize the department. (you'd think if I were that important I'd have my review on time and it would include a big fat raise!!)

Well I for one cannot wait for this much needed vacation. I want to sit out on the deck with one of those cool looking drinks and a good book and not have to worry about anything for a while. I sooo hope the kids have a good time!!!!

 

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What happened to the spring weather? It was 50 yesterday and only 28 today. burrr!! We are expected to get snow tomorrow, Monday and maybe next Thursday!!!

Well, I talked to DH last night about the day off and my job. We still do not know what we are going to do. I might take time off from work before the vacation rather then after. .....we need more discussions. It is fairly certain that I will not be able to take April 26 off.

Bostonlass--you and (my) dh should both have a drink when you reach the Wonder. His job is beyond anyone's nightmare!!! I have no clue how he can handle it day after day after day. He has started to put his irons in the fire and get a feeling for what is out there job wise. I am sure you two can exchange horror stories.

........Lee

 

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DCVLady-- You are not making me feel any better!!LOL!!!

 

[SCOTTOHIOCPA]

This is Mrs SCOTTOHIOCPA - I know what you mean about bad bosses. In fact, I will be putting my two weeks notice in two weeks before the cruise

I've worked there 16 years and they recently installed new accounting software that's not working well because of poor planning on the part of management.

I could also use a change of scenery. Do you think they need a part time accountant on the Disney Cruise Line?


Looking forward to meeting you all!

 

[goofy601]

Oh Happy Day!
It's official - or at least it is to me!! I saw THREE - not just one - but THREE ROBINS this morning! Oh Happy Day!! Ok - I've been cooped up way too long and any good news is great news these days! Hooray - hooray - we're going on the mickey ship! Yes - I've lost my mind - I've been without sunshine and nice weather for way too long...ah the joys of living in Ohio!

Hello MRS. Scottohiocpa and good luck with the 2 weeks notice! My DH is having TONS of fun with his job right now...he's been thinking about a career change...it's been like living with a monster for the past couple of days - just very unhappy - feels unappreciated - over worked - under paid - you get the general idea! Warm happy thoughts your way when you go to find another job!

Disneysailor and Travel with kids - BRUNCH at Palo's!?! That sounds great!! Is the attire a little less formal? That certainly sounds like something I wouldn't mind trying - we're definately more along the lines of casual type peoples!

Well, I've been at spring cleaning again - and have to get back at it...I go back to work full time on Tuesday - so much to do and so little time to do it in...YES - I might even consider packing this weekend - finally! And before anyone says it - yes, I am a little strange and bizarre - I just like being prepared - I'm the one that made it to our wedding on time - DH arrived moments before...but who's counting!!

Cheerio for now! Oh - anyone think of where to meet - since we'll be looking for a needle in a haystack trying to find which lime green dcl pins are for this board...hee hee!



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[disneysailor]

Don't forgot to bring the sunscreen!!!! My pale skin is causing me more trouble. Now the doctor wants to biopsy skin from my back. I told her I wanted to wait until after vacation but she was nice(?) enough to make me a special appointment next Tuesday at 7:00 a.m. What a way to start the day. After that, no more sit ups for me for a few weeks (I can't say that's all bad). I'm glad it's my back and not the bottom of my foot again. I'm not especially graceful, so it was kind of hard to get around. The good news is that my stitches will be out in time for swimming at Castaway Cay!!

goofy601-Glad to know Spring is on it's way. It's hard to tell here where it is gloomy and chilly. Maybe we can all sign up at Palo's to have brunch together. I posted a few questions about it but I'm still not real clear if you sign up for different times or if it is just one sign up. Someone did real reply that is more resort casual than dressy which is nice, especially in the middle of the day.

It sounds like many of you have I lot going on with your jobs. I hope everything works out for everyone and you can have a relaxing vacation!

 

[goofy601]

I did it! I did it!

Minus a few little odds and ends - we are all packed! I tried on all sorts of clothes - and found that I really didn't have much to wear - Don't worry - DH didn't fall for it either!! LOL!

DH said that he would probably prefer brunch at Palo's -- we'll have to see if we can book a babysitter when we get on the ship for the brunch! Think we can get a table with all of you?!?

It's very sunny but very windy!! DH just headed out to a shopping center nearby to cut apart a tree that fell into the roadway...ah the joys of spring!

We're going on the mickey ship! hooray - hooray!

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WHAT????!!! PACKED!!! Oh MY!! I have just statrted to think about it! Although will admit, today I purchased some items for the trip at Wal-mart!!

OK Goofy601 would you like to come visit Maine for a week? You can spring clean my house (you might need to Summer clean, Fall Clean and Winter clean first!!) and then pack for me.

Disneysailor--Good luck with your doctor's appointment on Tuesday. I, too am very pale (my grandmother said I was blessed and would not have wrinkles!!!). When we went to Mexico last October I sat on the beach with my nose covered in 45spf and a beach towel over my shoulders and legs. I did get a pretty good tan on my feet!!

Mrs. SCOTTOHIOCPA--ok, you can join my DH and Bostonlass also. Lets hope that dh is also celebrating "giving his notice"!!

OK--all wish me luck. It is a cold, rainy day and I have to take 5 kids to Joker's (like a Chucky Cheese or Tumble Drum). Yes, I am insane. Will be needing my Cabana boy for this trip!!......Lee

 

[disneysailor]

goofy601- WOW! It must be a great feeling to know that you have most of your packing done. I've hung a few things on an empty bar in my husband's closet, but that's as far as I've got.

I went to JoAnn fabric today. There was a great selection of Disney scrapbooking papers and stickers. I bought some along with a sheet of magnet paper to try and make a sign for our stateroom door. I also decided to try and make our pins since I'm not sure if I'll be able to get my family to wear them. Maybe if they help make them, they'll be more likely to wear them. We'll see.

 

[SCOTTOHIOCPA]

We will probably be packing the Friday before the trip. I would probably start a week before if it was up to me, but Mrs. SCOTTOHIOCPA does not like to have that "stuff" out in the open, messing up the house.


Are there any parrothead's besides myself and DW going on this trip? It's in the 60's today, so I've got the sunroof open and Buffet in the CD player for the ride home. Mrs. SCOTTOHIOCPA, if you're reading this - get the margaritas ready, I'll be home soon!

ONLY 6 weeks to go!

 

[bostonlass]

goofy - good for you! I still haven't bought suitcases for the girls yet but I have been accumulating summer clothes here and there. I bought two dresses for myself and they both arrived in the mail yesterday.....I'm too afraid to try them on. I think I'll wait until next week for that task. Anyone else "pooh sized"? I'm sure I won't be the only one.

So...who's happy and who's sad about the Martha news? I'm actually a little sad only because she's Polish and I liked the fact that a Polish woman was such a big success.....on the other hand.......she used to be a stockbroker so she has no excuse for what she did.

travel - good luck...i have megan's birthday party to contend with in a few weeks and it's at Bonkers which is very similar...I'm not looking forward to it. Tomorrow Emily's basketball team is playing the parents and so yours truly will have to get her groove on and show the lil darlings how it's done. This outta be a trip

I was looking over the menus today at castawayclub.com and saw some of the drink specials they have. I would like a Carribean Lemonade right now!!! It has citron vodka, lemon/lime juice, cranberry juice and soda water. I'll take it on the veranda with some mozzarella sticks , please!

 

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Originally posted by SCOTTOHIOCPA
We will probably be packing the Friday before the trip. I would probably start a week before if it was up to me, but Mrs. SCOTTOHIOCPA does not like to have that "stuff" out in the open, messing up the house.


Are there any parrothead's besides myself and DW going on this trip? It's in the 60's today, so I've got the sunroof open and Buffet in the CD player for the ride home. Mrs. SCOTTOHIOCPA, if you're reading this - get the margaritas ready, I'll be home soon!

ONLY 6 weeks to go!

OK--Mrs. SCOTTOHIOCPA can NOT come to my house. I have a lot of "stuff" messing up the house!!!

Yes! I am a huge Buffet fan!! We have not seen 60 F. since last October, but I made it a point to play a Buffet CD on my way to work when it was -28F. I think it helped a little. . Ah! margaritas. I could have used one (ok--several) last night!! My Cabana Boy is on vacation. Do like your margaritas on the rocks with lots of salt or frozen? ............Lee

 

[disneysailor]

Need some advice please

My daughter worked hard last night helping to make our pins and making the sign for our stateroom door. The sign she made came out great, but here is the dilemma. I had her put our last name on it and my son reprimanded us, saying that it was a safety issue putting our name on our door. Do you agree with this? Our door will be locked whether we're in the room or not. Of course, we put our full names on our pins too. Was that a bad idea? They've been teaching the kids a lot about internet safety, etc., so I don't want to set a bad example. Becky is also really concerned that someone might take her sign. With our name on it, I don't know why anyone would want it.

Any advice will be appreciated.

(Scottohiocpa-my kids know the "Cheeseburger in Paradise" song by heart, not sure if they're happy about that or not!)

Lee- Glad you more or less survived Joker's!

 

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Originally posted by bostonlass
goofy - good for you! I still haven't bought suitcases for the girls yet but I have been accumulating summer clothes here and there. I bought two dresses for myself and they both arrived in the mail yesterday.....I'm too afraid to try them on. I think I'll wait until next week for that task. Anyone else "pooh sized"? I'm sure I won't be the only one.

NO, Bostonlass, you will not be the only one! I think I am Chairman of the "Pooh Sized" world. I am waiting to the last minute (No, Goofy601--do not panic--I will be fine!!). I tried on a skirt and top and decided that much more work needs to be done!! It was also a Wal-mart outfit. I usually do not buy clothing at Wal-mart. We live in a Outlet Mega. I have so many higher quality clothing options (granted they are maybe not this years fashions, but they are cheaper then the department stores).

Originally posted by bostonlass
So...who's happy and who's sad about the Martha news? I'm actually a little sad only because she's Polish and I liked the fact that a Polish woman was such a big success.....on the other hand.......she used to be a stockbroker so she has no excuse for what she did.

Completely missed the news last night and this morning. I just went and looked on MSN!! Wow! quilty!! I think she going to the Poster Child for the rich committing financial crimes. This has taken on a circus atmosphere!!

 

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I, personally think your last name is fine! I understand the concern about putting your names (especially the kids) on items. I will not let my children have their names on their backpacks. Is it just your last name? Maybe explain that the DCL would know your entire name, where as a stranger would not.

As far as the someone taking your sign. I have a hard time thinking of someone stealing a sign off a door. Maybe you could ask this question on the main Disney Cruise Board. They might be abole to help you. I know that there was a thread about someone's stolen door poster. ..........Lee

 

[disneysailor]

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I, personally think your last name is fine! I understand the concern about putting your names (especially the kids) on items. I will not let my children have their names on their backpacks. Is it just your last name? Maybe explain that the DCL would know your entire name, where as a stranger would not.

It is just our last name on the door, but I put our full names on the pins. I'm sure the kids won't be wearing the pins much, if at all, anyway. I intend to know the kids whereabouts at all times (ideally) and the ship seems very safe.

I have read some posts where people have stolen things off the doors. Worse case, if someone really appreciates her hard work and can't live without our sign, we'll buy materials so she can make a new one at home.

From travel with kids

I have so many higher quality clothing options (granted they are maybe not this years fashions, but they are cheaper then the department stores).

We are going to Maine for a weeks vacation and I think we'll be near LL Bean the outlets there. If these are the same outlets near you, maybe we'll bump into you, Lee!

 

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Disneysailor. I live in Westeren Maine (next door to North Conwy,NH). This is where I do most of my shopping (tax-free). Freeport, Maine is on the coast and is home to LLBean. Freeport is the best place to outlet shop. You can park your car and then walk around the village. The distance from most parking lots to stores are not that far. Freeport does have an LLBean outlet and their main store (open 24 hours-- but not the other stores in Freeport!). The main store and the outlet LLBean are in two sperate locations, but walkable.

There is also Kittery, Maine. I do not have much experience with Kittery outlets.

When are you coming? I am making a trip tp freeport before the cruise. I can pick up a map and outlet guide for you....Lee

 

[disneysailor]

Yikes, my eyes are going buggy. I've been typing up our trip itinerary and organizing a folder with our trip information all morning (when I haven't been typing here, I think we both got up too early Travel with Kids!). I found a great plastic folder with 3 clips for our flt. info, hotel reservations, etc. and a zip pouch with 3 holes for our tickets, birth certificates, etc. that will attach to the folder. goofy601, you really help motivate me to be organized!!!

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When are you coming? I am making a trip tp freeport before the cruise. I can pick up a map and outlet guide for you....Lee

We're going the end of July. We were at those outlets once before when we stayed at Old Orchard beach, but if you have a chance to pick up a guide that would be great. I'm sure some of the store have changed. Happy Shopping