May 18, 2013 MAGIC EBTA - Who is with us?

[kaseyC]

Originally Posted by GoofyNewfie

This is what we're dealing with right now and it's brrrr.... The dog never minds though.

Your dog is absolutely beautiful. The snow is pretty too.

[kaseyC]

Originally Posted by WVURunner

Looks like our cruise plans are currently on hold. My sister is currently going though a nasty and bitter divorce and her kids passports expire in May. Her (almost ex) will not sign the paperwork needed to get the kid's passports renewed. We don't want to cruise without them so as of right now, we will not be cruising. Hopefully a miracle will happen and we will ALL be able to join you but as of right now, it is not looking good. I don't understand how people who were married for ten years and raised two amazing kids could have such hatred for each other. In the end, it is my niece and nephew who will suffer by missing out on this cruise and other trips. My former brother-in-law is European and the kids spend their summers overseas and my sister says if he doesn't sign the paperwork for this trip, she won't sign the passport papers till they are 18, which means they will miss out on seeing their father's family overseas.

Oh no. I hope everything works out and your family is able to join us.

[MandyGirl]

Originally Posted by valbob89

Sorry I haven't been giving you updates on the shirts. Bob has been having some major medical issues that are still not resolved. However, we've paid the cruise in full and are proceeding with the thought we are going. I have sent an e-mail to Becky asking about the final pricing and dates for the shirts. I've also sent her updated images. Will let you all know as soon as I hear back and determine if we have enough interest to order. If there is, I'll post images with the order forms.

I also adjusted the images for a tee shirt. I ordered one from Vista and I was pleased with the results. Here is a copy of the image:



If anyone wants to copy it, I can either help get it moved to Vista for you or you can get it from my Flicker page. Flicker has better resolution then if you copy it from here. I can also edit the image, adding text, or almost anything else. I can talk with Vistaprints about setting up an account for our group, if there is interest, I've done it before.

Welcome back! Sending prayers for a speedy recovery. I know firsthand chronic medical issues are no fun.

[MandyGirl]

Originally Posted by WVURunner

Looks like our cruise plans are currently on hold. My sister is currently going though a nasty and bitter divorce and her kids passports expire in May. Her (almost ex) will not sign the paperwork needed to get the kid's passports renewed. We don't want to cruise without them so as of right now, we will not be cruising. Hopefully a miracle will happen and we will ALL be able to join you but as of right now, it is not looking good. I don't understand how people who were married for ten years and raised two amazing kids could have such hatred for each other. In the end, it is my niece and nephew who will suffer by missing out on this cruise and other trips. My former brother-in-law is European and the kids spend their summers overseas and my sister says if he doesn't sign the paperwork for this trip, she won't sign the passport papers till they are 18, which means they will miss out on seeing their father's family overseas.

Oh no! Ugh.

[MandyGirl]

Originally Posted by GoofyNewfie

This is what we're dealing with right now and it's brrrr.... The dog never minds though.

That picture makes my heart melt!! My most recent dog was my baby. B.A.B.Y. Hear that? Sweet sable sheltie. Hubby had to practically ask my dog for my hand in marriage, but he still asked my daddy, too That sweetie passed away when my youngest was two months old, and my oldest still asks for another. We keep saying after this cruise....

[MandyGirl]

Originally Posted by MandyGirl

That picture makes my heart melt!! My most recent dog was my baby. B.A.B.Y. Hear that? Sweet sable sheltie. Hubby had to practically ask my dog for my hand in marriage, but he still asked my daddy, too That sweetie passed away when my youngest was two months old, and my oldest still asks for another. We keep saying after this cruise....

Oh wait - there was snow in that picture? I just saw that sweet face!!!

[twopeasonepod]

Originally Posted by GoofyNewfie

This is what we're dealing with right now and it's brrrr.... The dog never minds though.

Cuuute! Your dog would be sweating here -- it's 81 and "real feel" is 88!

[Kirbo]

Originally Posted by WVURunner

Looks like our cruise plans are currently on hold. My sister is currently going though a nasty and bitter divorce and her kids passports expire in May. Her (almost ex) will not sign the paperwork needed to get the kid's passports renewed. We don't want to cruise without them so as of right now, we will not be cruising. Hopefully a miracle will happen and we will ALL be able to join you but as of right now, it is not looking good. I don't understand how people who were married for ten years and raised two amazing kids could have such hatred for each other. In the end, it is my niece and nephew who will suffer by missing out on this cruise and other trips. My former brother-in-law is European and the kids spend their summers overseas and my sister says if he doesn't sign the paperwork for this trip, she won't sign the passport papers till they are 18, which means they will miss out on seeing their father's family overseas.

Oh, no

I hope that it works out. Mostly, I hope that your sister and her ex can amicably work together for the sake of their kids.

[Kirbo]

Originally Posted by gonecrusin

Castaway Cay is my favorite port. Never had a bad day there even if it rained or was cloudy. Just so peaceful and beautiful.

We are all so excited about finally seeing it! I know we'll have a blast (and here's to hoping we don't miss that port )

[Kirbo]

Originally Posted by GoofyNewfie

This is what we're dealing with right now and it's brrrr.... The dog never minds though.

That dog is gorgeous!

Originally Posted by Tink1987

Is that your dog?! I demand you book it a place on the cruise!

Good post!

Originally Posted by twopeasonepod

Cuuute! Your dog would be sweating here -- it's 81 and "real feel" is 88!

I want to sweat there with the dog

[Kirbo]

Originally Posted by MandyGirl

That picture makes my heart melt!! My most recent dog was my baby. B.A.B.Y. Hear that? Sweet sable sheltie. Hubby had to practically ask my dog for my hand in marriage, but he still asked my daddy, too That sweetie passed away when my youngest was two months old, and my oldest still asks for another. We keep saying after this cruise....

I'm sorry for your loss. Our pets really do become a part of the family.

[Kirbo]

Originally Posted by valbob89

Sorry I haven't been giving you updates on the shirts. Bob has been having some major medical issues that are still not resolved. However, we've paid the cruise in full and are proceeding with the thought we are going. I have sent an e-mail to Becky asking about the final pricing and dates for the shirts. I've also sent her updated images. Will let you all know as soon as I hear back and determine if we have enough interest to order. If there is, I'll post images with the order forms.

I also adjusted the images for a tee shirt. I ordered one from Vista and I was pleased with the results. Here is a copy of the image:



If anyone wants to copy it, I can either help get it moved to Vista for you or you can get it from my Flicker page. Flicker has better resolution then if you copy it from here. I can also edit the image, adding text, or almost anything else. I can talk with Vistaprints about setting up an account for our group, if there is interest, I've done it before.

So glad to hear you're still coming. I'm so sorry, though, that you're dealing with health problems. I hope that they resolve and you're able to happily cruise and enjoy yourselves.

[ThePedersonFamily]

Originally Posted by WVURunner

Looks like our cruise plans are currently on hold. My sister is currently going though a nasty and bitter divorce and her kids passports expire in May. Her (almost ex) will not sign the paperwork needed to get the kid's passports renewed. We don't want to cruise without them so as of right now, we will not be cruising. Hopefully a miracle will happen and we will ALL be able to join you but as of right now, it is not looking good. I don't understand how people who were married for ten years and raised two amazing kids could have such hatred for each other. In the end, it is my niece and nephew who will suffer by missing out on this cruise and other trips. My former brother-in-law is European and the kids spend their summers overseas and my sister says if he doesn't sign the paperwork for this trip, she won't sign the passport papers till they are 18, which means they will miss out on seeing their father's family overseas.

I am so sorry!! I feel for you, your sister and your niece and nephew...divorce sucks!! I went through one 15 years ago, it was yucky and no children were involved...I can't imagine going through it now with our girls. Luckily I am blessed with a fantastic husband (for 12 years) and we work hard to make our marriage strong...but man it's not easy!! You sister and family will be in my thoughts...I'm sending lots of positive energy your way!!!

[binkytell]

Originally Posted by twopeasonepod

Yay! Thanks so much for doing this!

We are totally in (for the boys), but I had a couple of suggestions:

1) I think four gifts is too much. Not because of the number of gifts, but because of the $ limit. I think it's hard to find four gifts














under $30 (unless one is like a



candy bar or something. We had a $25 limit last cruise and got some really random cheapo things from


our SM. I'd rather get one "good" thing and a couple of little things. JMO. Or raise the limit


I think the more specific we can be, the better we can ensure that the kiddos will be happy.

I'll wait to send a PM until we finalize the info part!

Yeah I agree. I'd rather not be restricted in how many gifts I have to buy. With adults it's so much harder, with children I think you could manage ok.

[Kirbo]

Ok, I'm not seeing the shirt design that ValBob posted. It's just a blank area. But when I quoted her I saw that there's text there, I just can't see it. Am I the only one? What am I doing wrong :hauntedlaptop:?