April 17, 2011 on the Dream

[bumperlove]

I had a crappy day last night and this morning. We have PTA Drama going on in my school. A friend of mine was not nominated for a position because she works full time. I was on the Confidential Committe that did the nomination process. I did not open my mouth because the outgoing president is an evil witch who I truly despise (and I don't despise many people). She ran the committee basically saying the whole time that no one who works could do any of the jobs. I was pissed - as a former working parent - and knew that I would blow up if I opened my mouth.
Well last night my friend wrote and email blasting the committee for not putting her on the ballot to be voted on. And I wrote a supporting email to her calling the outgoing president a bully. And wait for it....

I HIT REPLY ALL....

I feel awful....I really dont like her but I should never have done that.

On the positive side....I am all packed just doing the last minute stuff - we leave tommorrow morning

OH my! I am so sorry. I know this is one of my biggest fears when sending out emails. Hope the backlash isn't as bad you are fearing. Big Hugs

 

[guarn3md]

We are knocking on Georgia's door - only 22 miles left! Then just a little bit left till hotel! Asia and Connor are ready to get out of car and go to the pool! If you are traveling south on 95 do not get off exit 160 in SC! It stinks! Too much going on lots of shopping areas and the Chick fil A was not a restaurant but a drive thru/ walk up service! So disappointed! Ugh had to go to McDonald's for lunch. I failed the shoe test - 5 pairs and I am thinking it is not enough and that maybe I can but flip flops on cruise! I have learned nothing!
See you all soon!
Debbie

 

[svcutler]

For all of us who are still here, please talk me down!

I'm freaked out about the rain storm Saturday Night...... We're flying Air Train at 8:00 on Saturday Night and it's supposed to be raining really hard. Will they delay the flights????

Make me feel better please. We only have a 40 minute layover in Atlanta and I'm afraid we're going to miss the other plane if there is a delay.....

Do they cancel planes due to raiin/thunder?

 

[Deb T.]

For all of us who are still here, please talk me down!

I'm freaked out about the rain storm Saturday Night...... We're flying Air Train at 8:00 on Saturday Night and it's supposed to be raining really hard. Will they delay the flights????

Make me feel better please. We only have a 40 minute layover in Atlanta and I'm afraid we're going to miss the other plane if there is a delay.....

Do they cancel planes due to raiin/thunder?

Well now, you aren't the only one freaking out about the weather. I received a pm this morning from another one of our cruisers who is definitely your kindred spirit. I told her she shouldn't look at the weather forecast again until tomorrow afternoon because it puts her in a panic every time.

Sooooo, first the bad news... and I'm going to be totally honest with you (but hang in there, I'm arming you with knowledge so you will be prepared for the worst)... yes, flights can be delayed and/or canceled for severe weather. Delays are called a "ground stop". And, to make matters worse, aircraft work in a domino effect - so sometimes an aircraft can be delayed in a different airport before it even takes off for your location. In other words, your plane might originate in Chicago, but if Chicago has bad weather and delays that flight, then your flight will definitely be delayed.

There are steps you can take now to lessen the impact of a possible weather delay. First, go online and look at all the flight options for Saturday on AirTran and also on their partner airlines if they have any. Write down the flight numbers and flight times. Look at alternate routes, too, not just through Atlanta, if possible. With some detective work, you can even figure out whether or not those flights still have seats available. Research flights before your flight as well as all the flights afterward. Next, enter your AirTran's reservation phone number into your cell phone. Now, you are ready to be proactive! On Saturday, keep an eye on the weather. If it looks like your area is definitely going to have severe weather that night, call the airline early and request moving to earlier flights. In the event of severe weather, the airlines are allowed to change flights without extra fees. If you are already at the airport and your flight is delayed or canceled, immediately get in line at the counter while calling the reservation line to see what your options are! Have that list of alternate flights handy so you can be sure you're getting the best flight times.

Good luck! I know this is stressful! We're also in the same weather situation, but we're flying on Southwest and all their flights are booked solid on Saturday except for one. And, SWA doesn't have a partner airline. Hang in there!

 

[guarn3md]

Hey all! Sending positive thoughts for no flight delays!
In Savannah - love the hotel. Indoor pool, nice clean room and lots of restaurants all around. Most importantly there was a mall down the road. Why do I know this - well I had to go there and shop! Why, you may ask?? Because I forgot two important items - my makeup and most importantly underwear!!! OMG, I couldn't believe it! Went to the mall and both problems solved!! So to everyone packing right now don't forget your essentials. Looking back on it - I realized how they got left home. Called DH - he found it very comical...considering he asked me many times if I went over my lists, had everything, etc...
Oh well...
Getting ready to go to bed. Pirates in the Caribbean is on TV right now so Connor and I are enjoying the movie. Love Jack Sparrow! Hoping to leave here by 7am so we can get to Universal by early afternoon!
Pixies for no severe weather and no delays!
Debbie

 

[pkmingo]

Hey all! Sending positive thoughts for no flight delays!
In Savannah - love the hotel. Indoor pool, nice clean room and lots of restaurants all around. Most importantly there was a mall down the road. Why do I know this - well I had to go there and shop! Why, you may ask?? Because I forgot two important items - my makeup and most importantly underwear!!! OMG, I couldn't believe it! Went to the mall and both problems solved!! So to everyone packing right now don't forget your essentials. Looking back on it - I realized how they got left home. Called DH - he found it very comical...considering he asked me many times if I went over my lists, had everything, etc...
Oh well...
Getting ready to go to bed. Pirates in the Caribbean is on TV right now so Connor and I are enjoying the movie. Love Jack Sparrow! Hoping to leave here by 7am so we can get to Universal by early afternoon!

Pixies for no severe weather and no delays!
Debbie

Glad you were able to find a nice mall nearby! We just got settled into Florence SC. We are hoping to be in the Magic Kingdom for tomorrow evening. Safe travels everyone!!
Carol

 

[svcutler]

OMG - All of your prayers and Pixie worked for me! Thanks you guys!!

I called my airline this morning, and...... they moved our flight to tomorrow morning at 10:30 instead! So now we miss ALL the bad weather and will be in Orlando tomorrow by 5:00! The best part - they did NOT charge us at all!!!!

Our original plan called for us to leave at 8:00 tomorrow night, smack dab in the middle of the huge storm, and with only a 40 minute layover, we were doomed to miss that LAST flight out of Atlanta.....

Now I can start to REALLY pack!

 

[guarn3md]

That is great news! Have a safe flight!
Back on the road. May take us a while at 1am Connor got very sick and We were up and down all night. In the car hoping to get a few miles in before we have to stop again. He feels/looks horrible. I guess better now then Saturday night. The hotel gave us plastic bags for the road, hope we don't need them!
Debbie

 

[bdink921]

Oh no Debbie -- sorry to hear about Connor. Hope he feels better soon. See you at the pool tomight if he does

We're here -- stayed at Country Inn and Suites last night and are getting ready to head to MCO for our rental car. Everything went wayyyy too smooth yesterday. Weather is gorgeous and looks like a great park day.

Sandy -- glad it all worked out.

See everyone on Sunday!!!!

 

[princessdaisy]

We are ready to take the long haul from San Diego to Orlando! Have a safe trip everyone! ps. my daughter is so sad to leave the boyfriend, oh, well, he'll be here when we come back! whahahahaha

 

[lildeb724]

Checked in at the Renaissance sea world and going to discovery cove tommorrow

 

[goofy4tink]

We're here. Had a great time at US/IoA....except for realizing, halfway through dinner at TchoupChop, that I had left $400worth of Disney gift cards at home on my desk! OMG!
That put me in a tizzy. Getting them Fed-Exed to us. They pay for food at WDW.
At Doubletree in Cocoa Beach. Day of relaxation today.

 

[svcutler]

We are here also!!!

Thanks to all the good wishes!

I hope everyone is feeling better!

Can't wait to see everyone at 2 to or row. Don't forget yournametags, made with lots of love!

My DD, who is on the teen board, Maddiesage, told me some of the teens didn't know we were all meeting so if you see this post before tomorrow, let them know!

Ps - Wow, it's hot here!

 

[DeeCee735]

We're at jfk hoping our flt isn't cancelled or delayed due to weather!
At least there's two flts out in the a.m.

Please send pixie dust!

 

[jilljill]

I added shoes to my suitcase and so did DH and DD. I guess we all need a shoe intervention.

Luggage tag is on 1 suitcase and the other 1 will get it in the morning. Just need to put the beer and wine in the bag before we head out in the morning.

Sorry to hear all the travel woes, hope they are better by Sunday morning.
Prayers and pixie dust that no one is sick in the morning.

 

[DeeCee735]

We are on the bus to the port!!! Woohoo! After a 4 hr delay and landing at mco at 4:40 a.m., we. r getting on the ship ......we madeit!!!hope everyone's travels have them here safe and sound!

 

[alenushka]

What a great cruise! . Feeling so depressed...it went way too fast..is it really over?
I was great to meet so many of you
Thank you all for wonderful FE gifts. It was so cool to get surprised so many times, I think I had more fun than my DD.
I will post our group picture on FB some time next week, if anybody knows how to copy it and post it here, please do so. I tried a few times in the past, and it never worked.
On our way to Miami. Miss that beautiful ship too much....
Safe travels to all, enjoy the rest of your vacation
Y.

 

[goofy4tink]

Sitting here at AKL-Jambo...nice to be back at WDW. It was so wonderful meeting so many of you. I'm sorry I didn't get to any of the 'girls night out' get togethers. I was just beat every night by the time dinner was over!! Went to bed by 10:30 every night!!! My dd Kate had such a good time..she was out every night. In fact, she is passed out on the Vibe with Maddy and Erin!! SO nice to have her meet such nice kids at the very start of the cruise.
Loved the FEs we got ....I think my dh can be added to the 'dh's that get it' list for the future at this point. He had a ball coming back each day to find 'stuff' waiting for us.
Only downside??? That second stop at CC..,our Palo Brunch got cancelled!!! I was not a happy girl. Made sure Ray knew about it as well as Guest Services. I'm sure there were a lot who were thrilled to have that second day at CC, but not us. Ah well.
Off to Coral Reef for dinner now.

 

[pkmingo]

Thank you all for all the wonderful FE gifts! We are also back to Jambo House at AKL. What beautiful weather we have had! Great memories made! If anyone saw the baby snow white last night, that was my granddaughter! We got cute pictures of her and Snow White at the Royal Palace and my grandson was in tux with long tails. Everyone napping now then off to Epcot. Had a wonderful time!
Carol

 

[rdevine10]

I am sorry we didnt make it to any of the DIS meet stuff, DH was not into it. But, I did see some DIS stuff on the doors, a think of few of you were right near our cabin (we were 8143). All in all, we had the most wonderful vacation! And yes, I did rebook on board (even though we thought this was going to be a one time thing )

Right now booked for August of 2012, but I think we may switch it for another date. Really want to sail on a 7 night, so we may use this as a dummy booking until the 2013 stuff comes out. Oh, how will I last until then