Roll Call Alaska 2009 Here We Come

[Crazy aka Cheryl]

HI ALL,
I Can't seem to find the roll call that was started so why don't we start a new one.
Would everyone be as kind as to stop by and introduce yourself so the R new families get
get to know all of the beautiful BOAT peeps!
Crazy Cheryl here. 7 time R Family Cruiser.Traveling with Lori 18 (unless she is in school)
from NYC.I am R Family 411 info line.Along with all of the other great folks you will find on these boards
There is also a FAQ thread that has a rolling list of info of tips that might be very helpful.
If you have a question feel free to ask away.
WELCOME to the new R families you R in for an experiene that willl change your
life forever.
Kelesy is the official counter she keeps the clock.She has a Thread of her own.
LOVE,
CCC

[Reflektion84]

Hi there, I'm Ben, 24, from Chicago.

Neither myself nor my mom have ever been ANY type of cruise, and since she's not a big fan of hot weather, I figure treating her to a cruise to Alaska would be a great Christmas gift. (She doesn't know yet!)

Hope to see you soon

[neicey]

OMG!! Ben, how sweet are you!!! You and your Mom will have the best time ever!! It's an experience that will always live within....a very special bond you and your mom will share always! I can't even imagine seeing her reaction Christmas Day!! xo

Hey Cheryl...Hope all is well with you and Lori...she's an amazing young woman...what is she taking at school....sure hope we see that smiling Angel girl though

This is Peg and my (Denise) 2nd cruise and we are on the count down. We loved absolutely everything....especially our new families...Rosa, Mita, Kathy, and Rebecca...we are sooo Blessed!!

We are storming(snow) here in Canada..hope everyone is warm in Heart and Spirit!

Love
Peg and Denise

[Rebecca's Bears]

Hey Cheryl

Rebecca and I are on board our 2nd cruise with us is Rebecca's sister Pat and friend Virgina their 1st Rebecca and I are on deck 10 Pat and Virgina on deck 5. I am almost most packed :p Rebecca keep taking thing out of the suitcase saying it is way too early to pack but with only 201 days left now is the time to start.

Happy Holidays to All

Kathy

[tarheels711]

Hello from GA. Debra and Kristy are ready to go. This summer will be our 2nd cruise. Can't wait to see everyone. We are bringing our 14 year old son Jessie with us this time.

[Jan V]

Frankie, Becca and I will be on the cruise.

Frankie is FINALLY off of her IV!!!!! :D She is doing very well, looking and especially feeling much better.

[candue]

TJ, and 6 of her kids Chuck 27, Chad 25, Casey 13, Max 11, Tre`11, Logan 10, their other parent, Linda. My current special, Den and maybe her sister in law Sue. We all have been cruising, this is our fourth RFamily as a family. Look for us on deck 10. Can't wait for all that it brings to us, and to share who we all can be. Jan, so glad to hear Frankie is off IV's and doing better and that your family will make this one.

[ashes]

Ashes here (stephanie) and my love-susan will be joining everyone on the cruise to Alaska with you all as well as my 7 fun loving boy children, susan's 90 year old very cool "mom" and her friend from florida, and 2 friends from Baltimore and my friend and her 10 year old daughter from new mexico! We are a group of 15-I invited everyone I know and love to share the R Family experience this year-can't wait to see everyone. Three of the people are deaf and wll be using sign language by the way if anyone is interested.:o

[PetrieShodi]

Well hello there Everyone!!

We are Robyn and Sherri McLean. Our Daughter Asia is 13. We will all be on the boat in July.

We are from a small town in Ontario called Orangeville.

This will be our second cruise with rfmaily and WE CAN'T WAIT!!!

Any other Canadians out there....get on the roll call people!!!

Cheers!

Robyn and Sherri

[valentinos]

The Valentino's are headed to Alaska with our 2 year old twin boys for round 2 of RFamily Cruising. This time we are also bringing along 8 family members!

Can’t wait!

Amanda, Pam, Nico and Marco

[CUBAN PETE]

hello everyone

this will be our 5th trip, cant wait to see everyone especially cheryl...love you..


hugs and kissess
johnny and michael "d.j. cuban pete "

[msmmrobinson]

Hello Everyone,

This will be our first cruise and we are so excited, well my partner and I are, we have not told our kids yet. We look forward to meeting everyone. I guess I should introduce us, I am Melissa, my partner is Tiny and our daughers are Shaiette (who will celebrate her 13th birthday while on the cruise) & Shaylah (who will be 7 by the time we cruise). We are looking forward to our daughters being around more families like ours.

Can't wait,
Mel

[Jacqui Sundquist]

Hi Cruisers,
Jacqui, Joanne, Lily & Logan will be there. This is our 2nd rfamily cruise and we can't wait.
See you in a few short months.
Jacqui

[carlinaly]

Hi all. Linda and Carole from Santa Rosa will be cruising again this summer. Our daughter, Aly, who will be 18, chose the rfamily cruise as her senior trip for this summer. She will be joined by her best friend, Jessica. They met on the cruise 4 years ago. Can't wait to get back on the boat!

[Seattle-Lite]

Marcie, Amy, Nick-11 and Cooper-4 will be going on the Alaska cruise July 2009. This will be Amy and the kids first cruise. We are so excited to meet so many families like ours and create long friendships. :D :D :D Cant wait for JULY to get here....HURRY

[donrull]

Don here. We will be going as or 2nd r family cruise, even though NCL has the worst food we have ever had on a cruise ship! This time we will have my parents, my hubby, our daughter and one of her friends. Looking forward to the cruise!

[holowek]

Karen and Jana from Michigan bringing children Simon, 19, and Seth, 17, who also chose the cruise as his senior trip.

[Crazy aka Cheryl]

Marcie, Amy, Nick and Cooper will be going on the Alaska cruise July 2009. This will be Amy and the kids first cruise. We are so excited to meet so many families like our and create long friendships. :D :D :D Cant wait for JULY to get here....HURRY

Well HI Marcie,Amy, Nick and Cooper.
WELCOME .I am Crazy Cheryl.
I am the info line along with the other past cruisers feel free to ask away.
Sorry Peeps I have been MIA.
I am back...................
Kelsey is the official counter.
I am going to go on her thread and ask her for an update.
CCC

[Seattle-Lite]

Well HI Marcie,Amy, Nick and Cooper.
WELCOME .I am Crazy Cheryl.
I am the info line along with the other past cruisers feel free to ask away.
Sorry Peeps I have been MIA.
I am back...................
Kelsey is the official counter.
I am going to go on her thread and ask her for an update.
CCC

HHhhmmm...I wish I remembered the woman's name who booked this for us.
She is from our hometown. Was it you, Cheryl??

[Crazy aka Cheryl]

HHhhmmm...I wish I remembered the woman's name who booked this for us.
She is from our hometown. Was it you, Cheryl??
Me NO I don't work for R family.
I believe very deeply in what they have created.
The Boards are a great way to get info and for people to have a sense of
how magical an R Family cruise is.
I have been on all of the Cruises.
I spend a lot of time working on my computer.
Which allows me to post a lot.
I have a vested interest in R Family being around for my kids and my
Grandkids.
It is the happiest week of my year.
I look forward from one trip to the next cause
I know
I will see old friends and make new.
R Family has made it possible for me to meet so many beautiful people.
Some have become friends and some have become R Family forever.
CCC

[fizzer]

Hi,
I'm Donna and my partner is Denise. We will be cruising for the first time ever. We are both very excited about this vacation, Alaska has been my 'dream' vacation for as long as I can remember and going on an R Family cruise is just amazing to me. We can't wait.

Hope to meet many of you and have tons of fun!

[Em_and_parents]

Hi, Everyone

This is my first cruise. My mom and dad are coming with me. They have been on several cruises before but this is their first R Family Vacations cruise. I am really looking forward to the cruise!

-Emily

[Crazy aka Cheryl]

Hi,
I'm Donna and my partner is Denise. We will be cruising for the first time ever. We are both very excited about this vacation, Alaska has been my 'dream' vacation for as long as I can remember and going on an R Family cruise is just amazing to me. We can't wait.

Hope to meet many of you and have tons of fun!

Hi Donna and Denise WELCOME to the BOARDS!!!!!!!!!!!
I am Crazy Cheryl your Board guide.
You are going to have so much fun.
It is a life changing experience.
The Boat Peeps are the best we all R family.
Alaska will take your breat away.
Please feel free to ak any questions.
Everyone around here is quite helpful.
CCC

[Crazy aka Cheryl]

Hi, Everyone

This is my first cruise. My mom and dad are coming with me. They have been on several cruises before but this is their first R Family Vacations cruise. I am really looking forward to the cruise!


-Emily
Hi Emily Mom and Dad.
Welcome to you too.
Is it July yet?
I need a dose of YELLOW
My boat peeps!!!
Thanks for signing the roll call.
Please feel free to ask any questions.
If I do not have the answer. I will get it or
someone else on the Forum will.
There is a huge FAQ list that you might want to read if
you have the time.It has alot of good tips in it.
CCC

[DecaturGA Family]

Hey - count us in.
Ken, Jeffrey and Jackson from Decatur GA + we are taking Jeffrey's Mom and Ken's Mom & Dad.

www.kenandjeffrey.com

It will be our first cruise!

[Rebecca's Bears]

Hey All

We just booked our flight to Seattle and have our reservations at the Marriott right across from the pier 66.

We are so excited !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Only 158 days left

Now if Rebecca will only let me pack ;)

Can't wait to see Everyone

Kathy & Rebecca

[Crazy aka Cheryl]

Hey - count us in.
Ken, Jeffrey and Jackson from Decatur GA + we are taking Jeffrey's Mom and Ken's Mom & Dad.

www.kenandjeffrey.com

It will be our first cruise!
What a time you are going to have!!!!!!!!
There is a couple of Gals from Decatur coming that were on the last Cruise.

Welcome................................
CCC

[Crazy aka Cheryl]

Hey All

We just booked our flight to Seattle and have our reservations at the Marriott right across from the pier 66.

We are so excited !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Only 158 days left

Now if Rebecca will only let me pack ;)

Can't wait to see Everyone

Kathy & Rebecca

Hi Kathy,
The one right accross from the Pier.
I have to check my points and book a room..
AWWWWWWW Becca wont let you start packing yet :(
Tell Becca I said HI and XXXOOO
CCC

[Rebecca's Bears]

Cheryl

yes its right across so I can take the scooter right over and not have to do that long pier to the boat and then to the room it will make my life alto easer. They say the Vallie's will take the suit cases over to the pier for a few dollars

By the way I got my own scooter now so everyones toes will be safe but the walls better watch out I'm still having trouble with them :eek:

We leave on July 9th at 4:20 pm and get to Seattle by 7:25pm
our flight is with American Airlines Flight 269, departs at 4:20 PM

Coming home we leave on the 20th the flight is at 7.45am what a ungodly hour again American Airlines
Flight 268, departs at 7:45 AM
Price $ 399.21 each and they are both non stop

it was the best price we could find

Did anyone else get all the things they need for the trip as Holidays Gifts

That all for now I need to go find where Rebecca hide the suitcases :confused:
The Hunt begins

See you all in 157 days

Kathy

[Steve]

Hi Cheryl and everyone else. Just wanted to let you know I'll be coming back for RFamily vacation #2. Rebecca and Cathy we have to get together some day, as soon as all this white cold stuff goes away. Also, I'm sure we will eventually plan some sort of pre-cruise get together in Seattle, and just wanted to express my support in eventually planning one.

[Crazy aka Cheryl]

Hi Cheryl and everyone else. Just wanted to let you know I'll be coming back for RFamily vacation #2. Rebecca and Cathy we have to get together some day, as soon as all this white cold stuff goes away. Also, I'm sure we will eventually plan some sort of pre-cruise get together in Seattle, and just wanted to express my support in eventually planning one.
Hi Steve,
Glad that you are coming Alaska is awesome.Yes there will be a Pre Cruise dinnner.
I volunteered Ashes(Stepanie)There is a couple coming from Seatle that has a lot of info.Hi Seattlite( Hope I spelled that right) don't think I did.Maybe theyhave some other place.The spot that Ashes picked was a Seafood place .It was right on the Pier people paid their own bills and ordered what they wanted.
See ya in
Where is Kelsy with the count?
Kelsey you guys Ok.
Count please
CCC

[Shiningstar1977]

Hi,

Well I have been a LONG time reader of the forums and a 1st time poster and 1st time traveller.

My name is Laura and my partner is Sue.

We will be on the July cruise with our friends, Casey, Loretta and Traci.

If anyone is invited to the precruise dinner we'd love to attend. We will be arriving in Seattle on the 8th and leaving on the 20th - we've added days around the cruise as we have never been there.

We are all so excited about the trip honestly we can't wait!

[Seattle-Lite]

Hello all, This is Marcie (aka Seattle-lite) I would love to facilitate the pre-cruise get together. From what I understand, most out of towners will be staying downtown close to the cruise dock. Its best to reserve a spot that can accomodate us as well as be reasonably priced. I will start a name list and if you could just add your names like I did below, that would be grand.


Marcie Becker, Amy Stewart and two boys ages 4 and 11

[Rebecca's Bears]

We are in.

Kathy, Rebecca. Pat & Virginia

[ashes]

Hey Marcie,
That would be great if you could facilitate the precruise get together. I planned 08 here in
San Diego. Its important that the resteraunt be child friendly and have a childrens menu. We had about 80 people attend, there seems to be lots of precruise interest this trip so I would plan for more than that.

If I can help you put it together. all the better. We will arrive in Seattle on the 6'th of July as I have rented a large house for the 5 days pre cruise for my big group. Let me know what you think, my name is Stephanie and I travel with my girlfriend and 7 boy children! along with a posse of 6 others this trip.

[Crazy aka Cheryl]

Hello all, This is Marcie (aka Seattle-lite) I would love to facilitate the pre-cruise get together. From what I understand, most out of towners will be staying downtown close to the cruise dock. Its best to reserve a spot that can accomodate us as well as be reasonably priced. I will start a name list and if you could just add your names like I did below, that would be grand.


Marcie Becker, Amy Stewart and two boys ages 4 and 11
How nice of you to offer.I was close to voluntering you.You have been very helpful.
We had it at Nick'e Rocko's I can't remember the name.The big Seafood place on the Pier last time.It worked well having everyone with a seperate check.This avioded having to BOOK a place pay in advance and gurantee a minumum.Than it gets risky.
Hi Steph nice of you to stop by.
I hope the Team is doing well.
Well now we got a dinner going.
Starting to feel like we got a CRUISE coming.
I got to get to work. 9:42. Yikes!
Everyne have a great day.
Love,
CCC

[neicey]

Wonderful...thanks so much for all the folks planning!!

We had our first cruise in July and attended the pre-cruise dinner hosted by the one and only CCC and her beautiful daughter Lori(spelling??) and had a Blast....meeting our soul sisters Kathy and Rebecca

Can't wait to meet more beautiful people

Count Denise and Peg in
Canada
xoxoxo

[msmmrobinson]

We would definitely love to attend the pre-cruise dinner. There are four of us, 2 adults and 2 children...our oldest is 12 so she might not be considered a child. We are arriving on the 9th in the morning. I don't know if that makes a difference.

So I must confess I have already started packing...I am way too excited.

Melissa

[Reflektion84]

I'd love to attend the pre-cruise festivities as well. One of my brothers lives in/near Seattle, so I think my mom and I will be spending a lot of time with him, but we'd both love to attend a pre-cruise function.

-Ben

[candue]

Hi there will be nine of us, four of whom are kids. Has anyone heard from Katkyle and are they out of harms way down under? Thanks, TJ NIchols and family

[PetrieShodi]

It's so weird that you posted about katkyle....i was just thinking about thme a minute ago...I will email Kylie and find out how they are.

cheers

[Crazy aka Cheryl]

It's so weird that you posted about katkyle....i was just thinking about thme a minute ago...I will email Kylie and find out how they are.

cheers
I sent her an email come to think of it I never heard back.I am going to email them now.
CCC

[Crazy aka Cheryl]

I'd love to attend the pre-cruise festivities as well. One of my brothers lives in/near Seattle, so I think my mom and I will be spending a lot of time with him, but we'd both love to attend a pre-cruise function.

-Ben
The pre-cruise is a great way to get to know people before the trip an opportunity to see familiar faces on board.Also I good way to meet the people behind the screen names.We will have Forum mixer on the Boat.Towards the begining .Last year we had a nice turnout.It was a lot of fun.Welcome aboard.Reflektion84.
Hey my Canucks how are you holding up under this weather?
Candue how is the Football team?
Love,
CCC

[PetrieShodi]

The pre-cruise is a great way to get to know people before the trip an opportunity to see familiar faces on board.Also I good way to meet the people behind the screen names.We will have Forum mixer on the Boat.Towards the begining .Last year we had a nice turnout.It was a lot of fun.Welcome aboard.Reflektion84.
Hey my Canucks how are you holding up under this weather?
Candue how is the Football team?
Love,
CCC


Hey There Cheryl!!!

We are actually seeing the sun today!!! What a novel thing to see! Actually the weather isn't too too bad so far...yeah we have had a couple of cold days but nothing that we aren't used to! Can't wait to do the forum mixer on the ship. Sherri and I are celebrating our first "LEGAL" wedding anniversary on the 12th...what a great time to be on a cruise!

How are things with you?!!

Lotsa hugs

Robyn and Sherri:)

[Seattle-Lite]

Here is whom I have on the pre-cruise dinner list so far. Is there more? If so, just add your name and how many in your group.

Marcie Becker, Amy Stewart and two boys ages 4 and 11 (4)
candue (9)
Denise and Peg (2)
Reflektion84 (2)?
msmmrobinson (4)
Crazy Cheryl (?)

[valentinos]

Amanda and Pam from San Diego total (9)
Thanks!

[Crazy aka Cheryl]

Hey guys.Suggestion.You might want to wait until we get closer to the Cruise before actualy booking a place. The count will change between now and than..The place that we used last time was perfect.Ashes could give you the name.I asssume you know it the BIG seafoood place right on the Pier.
I know you are excited.Believe me this trip is going to be more than you could ever imagine.
I don't want you locking yourself into a reservation that you have to guarentee a minimum and it end up costing you money.....
The one that I threw in New York went well it was a small place that they opened just for us.People could talk and get to know eachother..It was reasonable..Good for the kids also.
CCC

[Kathy & Julia]

We've cruised a lot (on ships, that is), but this will be our first time on r-family. We are looking forward to it, as we will also be travelling with our friends Linda and Carole (veteren r-family cruisers from Santa Rosa).

[ashes]

Hey Ashes (Stephanie) here and we are in for the precruise get together, athough I agree with CC about waiting until closer to the date, but there will be 15 of us- 5 are still smaller children-(boo--hoo they are growing up) joining in.. Thanks.

[Jimmy and Matt]

so far this is what we have.

Jimmy
Matt
Jeremy
Laurie
Tobin

[catluvr]

We will be on the boat - looking forward to our first r family vacation!

[happytocu]

Count us in! Linda, Tracy and Nick (11) from Woodstock, Georgia. This is our secnd R Family vacation and we can't wait!

[tonyaamyjesseleo]

We are thrilled to be going on our 2nd r family cruise! Amy and I can't wait to leave Lafayette, Indiana in July! For this trip Amy and I are bringing our sons (16 and 5), Amy's mom, Amy's aunt from North Carolina (1st r family cruise), Amy's nephew (11 by the time we cruise--his first r family cruise), and my parents from Ohio (1st r family cruise). In addition, four Lafayette, Ind. friends and their kids are also coming. It should be a blast! Can't wait to see you all!!

[Jan V]

Hello all, This is Marcie (aka Seattle-lite) I would love to facilitate the pre-cruise get together. From what I understand, most out of towners will be staying downtown close to the cruise dock. Its best to reserve a spot that can accomodate us as well as be reasonably priced. I will start a name list and if you could just add your names like I did below, that would be grand.


Marcie Becker, Amy Stewart and two boys ages 4 and 11

Count us in - Jan, Frankie and Becca. Frankie uses a scooter, so accessible space is preferred!

[Reflektion84]

Finally booked my cruise today, can't wait to see all of you!

[Justus]

Hi everyone,
We finally booked today. It will be me (Cindy) my partner Beth and our 2 boys Logan and Jaden who will be almost 4 1/2 by cruise time. We live near Seattle. We also talked my Aunt Karen and Uncle Jim into coming along. They are from Clovis CA. We look forward to seeing everyone, this will be our 2nd R Family cruise.

[PetrieShodi]

We are thrilled to be going on our 2nd r family cruise! Amy and I can't wait to leave Lafayette, Indiana in July! For this trip Amy and I are bringing our sons (16 and 5), Amy's mom, Amy's aunt from North Carolina (1st r family cruise), Amy's nephew (11 by the time we cruise--his first r family cruise), and my parents from Ohio (1st r family cruise). In addition, four Lafayette, Ind. friends and their kids are also coming. It should be a blast! Can't wait to see you all!!


We can't wait to meet you!!! We were soooo close...and you were far far away!!!

Robyn and Sherri and Asia...a.k.a. the Canuckles!!

[phxpaul69]

This will be our first R Family vacation, so we thought we would do it right and take the whole family! There are six of us going...

Paul and his partner Tim
Michelle and her partner Irene
McKenzie, who is Michelle's & Irene's daughter
Logan, who is Paul's, Tim's, Michelle's and Irene's son

Paul and Michelle are biological parents of Logan
Tim is Logan's "Papa Tin"
Irene is Logan's "Nina"
McKenzie is Logan's sister "Dazzy" and biological daughter of Michelle

Logan will just turn six (his birthday is the day before we set sail, 7/10)
McKenzie will be 14
Papa Tin, Daddy, Mommy and Nina are... we ain't tellin!!

Mommy, Nina, Dazzy and Logan live in Tucson, AZ
Daddy and Papa Tin live in Phoenix, AZ
The kids live with Mommy and Nina, but they visit Daddy and Papa Tin quite a bit (well, Logan does, McKenzie is busy with her teenage friends and playing sports, so she isn't too excited to visit her "'rich' - at least that's what she thinks" extended family anymore! Ha ha!). We meet half way between Tucson and Phoenix (62 miles) to do the "baby exchange" about once a month.

Logan has eight grandparents (and a huge extended family), so he loves Christmas and birthdays!

:confused: :confused: :confused: :confused:

So, that's our story and if you're confused... welcome to the family!!

We're all excited to go on a cruise to Alaska, and most importantly to spend it with other families like ours. It'll be an exciting time for all of us.

[Shiningstar1977]

This will be our first R Family vacation, so we thought we would do it right and take the whole family! There are six of us going...

Paul and his partner Tim
Michelle and her partner Irene
McKenzie, who is Michelle's & Irene's daughter
Logan, who is Paul's, Tim's, Michelle's and Irene's son

Paul and Michelle are biological parents of Logan
Tim is Logan's "Papa Tin"
Irene is Logan's "Nina"
McKenzie is Logan's sister "Dazzy" and biological daughter of Michelle

Logan will just turn six (his birthday is the day before we set sail, 7/10)
McKenzie will be 14
Papa Tin, Daddy, Mommy and Nina are... we ain't tellin!!

Mommy, Nina, Dazzy and Logan live in Tucson, AZ
Daddy and Papa Tin live in Phoenix, AZ
The kids live with Mommy and Nina, but they visit Daddy and Papa Tin quite a bit (well, Logan does, McKenzie is busy with her teenage friends and playing sports, so she isn't too excited to visit her "'rich' - at least that's what she thinks" extended family anymore! Ha ha!). We meet half way between Tucson and Phoenix (62 miles) to do the "baby exchange" about once a month.

Logan has eight grandparents (and a huge extended family), so he loves Christmas and birthdays!



So, that's our story and if you're confused... welcome to the family!!

We're all excited to go on a cruise to Alaska, and most importantly to spend it with other families like ours. It'll be an exciting time for all of us.


Welcome :) It's our first R family cruise and we are beyond excited :) We don't have children bui there are 5 of us going. My partner Sue and I (laura), Loretta and Traci, and our friend Casey. (It's our first cruise too)

[davidsmom1396]

COUNT US IN!! THIS WILL BE OUR 2ND R FAMILY CRUISE (THE 1ST WAS 7/07/07) AND WE CAN'T WAIT TO GET BACK ON THE BOAT. IT WILL BE MICHELLE (ME) AND DAWN AND OUR 2 BOYS, DAVID (13) AND RYAN (12). ALASKA HERE WE COME!!:D :D :D :D

[Crazy aka Cheryl]

This will be our first R Family vacation, so we thought we would do it right and take the whole family! There are six of us going...

Paul and his partner Tim
Michelle and her partner Irene
McKenzie, who is Michelle's & Irene's daughter
Logan, who is Paul's, Tim's, Michelle's and Irene's son

Paul and Michelle are biological parents of Logan
Tim is Logan's "Papa Tin"
Irene is Logan's "Nina"
McKenzie is Logan's sister "Dazzy" and biological daughter of Michelle

Logan will just turn six (his birthday is the day before we set sail, 7/10)
McKenzie will be 14
Papa Tin, Daddy, Mommy and Nina are... we ain't tellin!!

Mommy, Nina, Dazzy and Logan live in Tucson, AZ
Daddy and Papa Tin live in Phoenix, AZ
The kids live with Mommy and Nina, but they visit Daddy and Papa Tin quite a bit (well, Logan does, McKenzie is busy with her teenage friends and playing sports, so she isn't too excited to visit her "'rich' - at least that's what she thinks" extended family anymore! Ha ha!). We meet half way between Tucson and Phoenix (62 miles) to do the "baby exchange" about once a month.

Logan has eight grandparents (and a huge extended family), so he loves Christmas and birthdays!

:confused: :confused:

So, that's our story and if you're confused... welcome to the family!!

We're all excited to go on a cruise to Alaska, and most importantly to spend it with other families like ours. It'll be an exciting time for all of us.
LOVE that kind of confusion.Sounds like a mini version of R Family(ies).:)
Hi I am Crazy Cheryl so glad that you are joining us.
If you have any questions about the Cruise or anythng please
feel free to ask away.
If I don't have the answer I will get it for you.
WELCOME WELCOME.
I know that I have been saying it forever.
I found the CD's that I have been promising to post.
Yes Candue I am a little late. :rolleyes:
I will post them this weekend.
LOVE
CCC

[candue]

Cheryl, I never lost faith that it would happen, as you could. Just a tad over 3 months right? Where is Kelsey??

[Jan V]

Hi, all. Frankie, Becca and I are counting the days. OK, not literally, we need Kelsy for that. I can count, but I'm just too darn busy at work right now.

For those of you following the Frankie saga, she has graduated PT and has started swimming at the gym with Becca and sometimes me. We still need to get her scooter repaired before the trip. She has been walking really well but will need wheels for those longer distances when we travel.

I'm still trying to decide which airline to fly and which day to fly in. I'm thinking Wednesday, mid day. Has anyone flown on Alaska Airline? We've mostly flown or Northwest but flights with the same pricetag can mean an $150 difference in baggage fees.

Thanks,
Jan

[nyrac]

Glad to hear you are all doing well. We flew om Alaska Airlines from Miami to Seattle for the last rfamily Alaska cruise and had a good experience. Continued good health to your family

[Jan V]

Glad to hear you are all doing well. We flew om Alaska Airlines from Miami to Seattle for the last rfamily Alaska cruise and had a good experience. Continued good health to your family

Thanks for the info and the well-wishes!

Jan

[NJJASPER]

Hello from New Jersey. I will be going on the cruise with my son Liam, age 6. It's our first R Family Vacation and first cruise. We're very excited. Thanks for all the helpful suggestions from everyone! Very helpful! Mark

[Mias2Moms]

Hi, all. Frankie, Becca and I are counting the days. OK, not literally, we need Kelsy for that. I can count, but I'm just too darn busy at work right now.

For those of you following the Frankie saga, she has graduated PT and has started swimming at the gym with Becca and sometimes me. We still need to get her scooter repaired before the trip. She has been walking really well but will need wheels for those longer distances when we travel.

I'm still trying to decide which airline to fly and which day to fly in. I'm thinking Wednesday, mid day. Has anyone flown on Alaska Airline? We've mostly flown or Northwest but flights with the same pricetag can mean an $150 difference in baggage fees.

Thanks,
Jan

We are flying out of Newark on Alaska Air but it's the first time. We booked with them because we saw the the American Airlines flights were actually on Alaska Air. When I went directly to their website and they had early bird flights at even a cheaper rate .. came to $550 each round trip Newark to Seattle non-stop.

[candue]

Is there a reason no one uses JetBlue? We have always gotten better deals, better service and it is so much easier to travel with kids. More spacious, less luggage restrictions, no major delays? Are we not using them because they are Utah based? Just wondered.

[Crazy aka Cheryl]

We are flying out of Newark on Alaska Air but it's the first time. We booked with them because we saw the the American Airlines flights were actually on Alaska Air. When I went directly to their website and they had early bird flights at even a cheaper rate .. came to $550 each round trip Newark to Seattle non-stop.
American and Alaska Air are partners.We went to with them when we went to Seattle last time.Was not a very pleasant experience.They lost our luggage and we missed our connecting flight.
I won't fly with them again unless it is a big price difference.
CCC

[Crazy aka Cheryl]

Hello from New Jersey. I will be going on the cruise with my son Liam, age 6. It's our first R Family Vacation and first cruise. We're very excited. Thanks for all the helpful suggestions from everyone! Very helpful! Mark
Hey Mark welcome to you and Liam.You are going to have a blast.
Feel free to ask away.
There is an FAQ thread somewhere here the JULY 09.
It has a ton of tips.
Check it out.
If you have any questions please feel free .
CCC

[Austinmoms67]

Hello cruisers! This is our first rfamily cruise and first cruise with the kiddos. I'm Marianne and my lovely partner, Chris. We have two great and funny kids, Sam-5, and Brynne-2. Everything is booked and we're so excited!

P.S. We're also celebrating Chris' 40th birthday!!!

[PetrieShodi]

All of you will have the most amazing time!! I can't tell you how many times last March I just stood in awe of all the magic on that boat!!!

True Magic indeed!

[Crazy aka Cheryl]

Hello cruisers! This is our first rfamily cruise and first cruise with the kiddos. I'm Marianne and my lovely partner, Chris. We have two great and funny kids, Sam-5, and Brynne-2. Everything is booked and we're so excited!

P.S. We're also celebrating Chris' 40th birthday!!!
Hello Mariane welcome to the Boards and R Family.You are in for a great vacation.
We are excited to have you join us. Please feel to ask if you have any questions.
Maybe I should find the FAQ,s that we created and re post it for the new BOAT PEEPS.
CCC

[bullwinkle77]

Is there a reason no one uses JetBlue? We have always gotten better deals, better service and it is so much easier to travel with kids. More spacious, less luggage restrictions, no major delays? Are we not using them because they are Utah based? Just wondered.

We love Jet Blue! Have flown them going from CA to NY for both of the past two years for the East Coast R Family Cruise. Do they fly to Seattle? We looked for flights from Northern CA to Seattle via Jet Blue and Jet Blue did not fly that route, so ROAD TRIP for us! Hope Jet Blue flies to Seattle from your city.

[candue]

I use them all the time and they do fly to Seattle. I think from Long Beach which doesn't help you I know. We'll see you on the ship...Drive safe

[Jan V]

Here is whom I have on the pre-cruise dinner list so far. Is there more? If so, just add your name and how many in your group.

Marcie Becker, Amy Stewart and two boys ages 4 and 11 (4)
candue (9)
Denise and Peg (2)
Reflektion84 (2)?
msmmrobinson (4)
Crazy Cheryl (?)


Please include Jan, Frankie and Becca :)

[vandenk]

Greetings all!

My other half Jeff and I just booked. Not only is it our first time with R Family, but it's our first cruise ever. We're really excited!

Kevin

[sixfour190]

Hello from Philadelphia. After reading all of the postivie feedback, I am close to booking. Although not my first gay cruise, it would be the first time with R Family and first time going alone.

[Fields5]

The Fields clan is ready to go !! This is our first R Family vacation and only our second cruise. We are so excited !! Bill (celebrating my 40th Birthday - what a birthday gift) Alan and our three energy balls - sons Liam (age 6) and Aiden (4) and our daughter Caitlyn (almost 3). We live in Rancho Mirage, CA and are looking forward to the relief from the heat in mid July. This is going to be one happy ship ...

[Crazy aka Cheryl]

The Fields clan is ready to go !! This is our first R Family vacation and only our second cruise. We are so excited !! Bill (celebrating my 40th Birthday - what a birthday gift) Alan and our three energy balls - sons Liam (age 6) and Aiden (4) and our daughter (almost 3). We live in Rancho Mirage, CA and are looking forward to the relief from the heat in mid July. This is going to be one happy ship ...
Hey Fields Clan.You got that right.
It is one big Boat full of HAPPY People.
Great entertainment. For me It is as close to heaven on earth.
I have to go find the FAQ's and re post it.
CCC

[Jan V]

The Fields clan is ready to go !! This is our first R Family vacation and only our second cruise. We are so excited !! Bill (celebrating my 40th Birthday - what a birthday gift) Alan and our three energy balls - sons Liam (age 6) and Aiden (4) and our daughter Caitlyn (almost 3). We live in Rancho Mirage, CA and are looking forward to the relief from the heat in mid July. This is going to be one happy ship ...

Welcome! You will have a great time!

[Crazy aka Cheryl]

Hello from Philadelphia. After reading all of the postivie feedback, I am close to booking. Although not my first gay cruise, it would be the first time with R Family and first time going alone.

There is no comparison.You will not be alone.There are Mixers( planned activities on the daily schedule that you get on your bed nightly so that other single people can meet.)There is a Pre Cruise dinner where you can meet people.I assure you that the people are so friendly there is so much to do you will only be in your room to sleep.
There is also a singles roll call on this thread where you can start meeting people before the Cruise.I say it all the time and I will say it agin.Everyone should experience the magic if only just once.................
of an R Family cruise. There is no better feeling than when we set sail leaving behind all of the realities that we deal with as a commuunity.There is a feeling of pure joy acceptance everyone fits in..Take the plunge SIxfour you will not regret it.Come have dinner with us.
I will introduce you to everyone I know.Also the ones I don't know yet.My future BOAT peeps.....................

CCC

[DecaturGA Family]

We are The Manford-Roach Family from Decatur, GA. Ken, Jeffrey & our son Jackson. This is our first cruse!! We are bring my parents (Ken) and Jeffrey's Mom. We cannot wait and look forward to meeting everyone.

www.kenandjeffrey.com

[2Dads4Matthew]

Hi Everybody - We are the Zozom-Humes family from Seattle (James, Andy, and our 9 year old son, Matthew). We are so excited to go on our first R Family cruise in July! We look forward to meeting everyone!

[Crazy aka Cheryl]

We are The Manford-Roach Family from Decatur, GA. Ken, Jeffrey & our son Jackson. This is our first cruse!! We are bring my parents (Ken) and Jeffrey's Mom. We cannot wait and look forward to meeting everyone.

www.kenandjeffrey.com
HI HI HI and HI HI HI Mom and Dad :) :)
You are going to have a wonderfull time.
Oh how I love it when the roll call gets longer and longer.
I am Crazy Cheryl please feel freee to ask away.
If you have about 10 minutes read the FAQ it is on the 2009 thread somewhere.
It has a lot of info.
You will find that the past Cruisers are very friendly.
Ask away.
CCC
ya on the
REAL LOVE BOAT

[Crazy aka Cheryl]

Hi Everybody - We are the Zozom-Humes family from Seattle (James, Andy, and our 9 year old son, Matthew). We are so excited to go on our first R Family cruise in July! We look forward to meeting everyone!

Hi and welcome. You get to leave right from your own backyard.
I Love your Handle.
2Dads4Matthew thats beautiful.
How I got mine is a long story.
I actually got bestowed the Name Crazy Cheryl on the first Cruise.
and it kind of stuck.......
Glad to have you joining us........
WOW I am getting psyched.
CCC

[Mias2Moms]

Wendy and Jenn and our daughter Mia (age 8) are from Neptune, NJ and are looking forward to our 3rd cruise (plus Philadelphia).

[bjb412]

Hi, Barb here, and my wife is Penny. We have two boys, Gavin-15 and nicholas- 9. this is our first RFamily cruise and we are from Palmyra, PA. We really hope that our boys come away with life long friends...(and us too)!:D

[Jimmy and Matt]

Jimmy and Matt from the San Francisco Bay Area and joining us once again our friends Laurie, Jeremy, and Tobin. Cant wait to see all our friends. Rolling into Seattle on Thursday. We are all staying at the Westin!

Jimmy

[Fields5]

Thanks Crazy for all the helpful hints ...I know you are making many of us feel a whole lot better about this ...Alaska here we come ...

[Crazy aka Cheryl]

Thanks Crazy for all the helpful hints ...I know you are making many of us feel a whole lot better about this ...Alaska here we come ...
AWWWWW you are Welcome it is really my pleasure........
Love the boards .
Love the Cruise.
Really LOVE my BOAT PEEPS
R Family(ies) are going to Rock Alaska and our stop by and say hi to our CANUCKS
XXOOO
CCC

[Crazy aka Cheryl]

Hi, Barb here, and my wife is Penny. We have two boys, Gavin-15 and nicholas- 9. this is our first RFamily cruise and we are from Palmyra, PA. We really hope that our boys come away with life long friends...(and us too)!:D
I am sorry I missed your post. Hi Barb Penny Gavin and Nicolas.
Your kids will have a blast.
My Lori was 12 when we started Cruising with R Family
I only saw her for the most part in her tween years when we were sleeping.
Or the night before when it was time for me to pack.
The kids Club is great.
Welcome aboard!!!!!!!!!!!!
CCC

[dmlDENNYS]

Hey Crazy Cheryl,

It's your Texas Hold Em' Buddy from San Antonio. Myself, Lupita, our twin boys (Cruise & Connor) and Grandma our coming for our second cruise! We can hardly wait.

See you in Alaska!

Dawn

[two grandmas]

Peg and Margie from Michigan. It's our 3rd. cruise! Can't wait

91 days and counting!

[Crazy aka Cheryl]

Hey Crazy Cheryl,

It's your Texas Hold Em' Buddy from San Antonio. Myself, Lupita, our twin boys (Cruise & Connor) and Grandma our coming for our second cruise! We can hardly wait.

See you in Alaska!

Dawn
Hi Dawn,
t was nice talking to you today,I am happy that you are coming to Alaska with your beautiful family.If you come in early you must come to the Pre Cruise dinner.
I will get you the details closer to departure.

Cheryl

[Crazy aka Cheryl]

Peg and Margie from Michigan. It's our 3rd. cruise! Can't wait

91 days and counting!
Hi Grandma's yes we are alomost at the under 3 month mark...........................
Are you ladies going to join in the Pre Cruise festivites?
Love to have you,.
I keep yappping about it.
I better get the details worked out.
Nice to have you Grandmas.
Hey wait where is the rest of my Gamblin buddies?
Today is Rainy and Nasty out..
Where are my cards from the Cruise.
A good dy to make calls and arrangements.
I am going to have to put up a gamblers Thread.
Where is my Gamblin Posse.They havent checked in yet :eek:
P
Oh Candue .
I am waiting for Kelsey to put up a count to start my list.
Kelsey oh Kelsey.
a count...........please

CCC.

[candue]

I may have to learn how to play cards. Have to keep Crazy Cheryl happy! Let me see, the river and the flip and big blinds, oh my, back to slots for me. (disclaimer,:I do know how, I just stink) The perks are, I get to sit next to Sharon Gless and drive myself into financial ruin. Hmm not the best plan but can't wait all the same.

[ashes]

hey CC,

well I have kept it under wraps and last years was a little busy...hehe but I love to play poker, so count me in!!!

[jklangbehn]

Well after much thought - not really - the Langbehn-Pond's will be cruising again since it leaves from out back yard. Our oldest daughter Danielle "has been there done that" so she is going to spend time with her aunt/uncle in CT and MA. So it will be David and Katie and we are bringing some cruise virgins with us - so be gentle. This waldorf family has been so helpful and amazing since Lisa's death that I thought they would enjoy this. So welcome them along for the crazy ride - Christine, Carlos and their two boys - Zach and Lorenzo. Carlos is a native of Spain so anyone wanting to practice their spanish look him up.

See you on the boat.;)

[PetrieShodi]

Hi Grandma's yes we are alomost at the under 3 month mark...........................
Are you ladies going to join in the Pre Cruise festivites?
Love to have you,.
I keep yappping about it.
I better get the details worked out.
Nice to have you Grandmas.
Hey wait where is the rest of my Gamblin buddies?
Today is Rainy and Nasty out..
Where are my cards from the Cruise.
A good dy to make calls and arrangements.
I am going to have to put up a gamblers Thread.
Where is my Gamblin Posse.They havent checked in yet :eek:
P
Oh Candue .
I am waiting for Kelsey to put up a count to start my list.
Kelsey oh Kelsey.
a count...........please

CCC.

Hey CCC....Ever play Pai Gow....LOOOOVE it!!!!

[candue]

Well after much thought - not really - the Langbehn-Pond's will be cruising again since it leaves from out back yard. Our oldest daughter Danielle "has been there done that" so she is going to spend time with her aunt/uncle in CT and MA. So it will be David and Katie and we are bringing some cruise virgins with us - so be gentle. This waldorf family has been so helpful and amazing since Lisa's death that I thought they would enjoy this. So welcome them along for the crazy ride - Christine, Carlos and their two boys - Zach and Lorenzo. Carlos is a native of Spain so anyone wanting to practice their spanish look him up.

See you on the boat.;)
That is great news, and Hola Carlos and family. I know that and that a bump in the road is Topes. I will try harder. My list now, learn to play poker, pick up conversational spanish, lose 50 lbs. whip up assorted costumes for my kids. Whew I need a nap just to recover from the list. Less time than I thought. Happy day, egg hunters and families.

[Crazy aka Cheryl]

Well after much thought - not really - the Langbehn-Pond's will be cruising again since it leaves from out back yard. Our oldest daughter Danielle "has been there done that" so she is going to spend time with her aunt/uncle in CT and MA. So it will be David and Katie and we are bringing some cruise virgins with us - so be gentle. This waldorf family has been so helpful and amazing since Lisa's death that I thought they would enjoy this. So welcome them along for the crazy ride - Christine, Carlos and their two boys - Zach and Lorenzo. Carlos is a native of Spain so anyone wanting to practice their spanish look him up.

See you on the boat.;)
Hey Janice,
That is great that you are coming.I look forward to seeing you and the children.
I admire your strength and commitment to the cause.
You are amazing.......
See ya on the BOAT!!
CCC

[Crazy aka Cheryl]

Hey CCC....Ever play Pai Gow....LOOOOVE it!!!!
No but if you teach me I will play..............
CCC

[PetrieShodi]

No but if you teach me I will play..............
CCC

OOOOOOHHHHHH you gonna love it!!! and me and my buddy Dana will teach you for sure!!

[Shlyr]

Hi All,
We were told to jump on the forum and start making friends! We are ready for
our 1st cruise. It's Shelly, Lyla and our 12 year old son Ryan here. We're very excited and can't wait to start this adventure. :

[Crazy aka Cheryl]

Hi All,
We were told to jump on the forum and start making friends! We are ready for
our 1st cruise. It's Shelly, Lyla and our 12 year old son Ryan here. We're very excited and can't wait to start this adventure. :
Well you were told right.
Hi Shelly,Lyla and Ryan.
WELCOME .
I am known on the boards as Crazy Cheryl
Please feel free to ask away.
You will find a lot of helpful advice and as I call them from the BOAT PEEPS.
There is a FAQ somewhere here on the 2009 thread.
If you have around ten minutes to read it.
I suggest you do so.There is a lot of good info on it.
We are having a Pre Cruise dinner on Frday the night before.
Come and join the fun.
Details to follow everyone.
Very soon,.
WELCOME you are going to have a blast..........
XXXOOO

[jklangbehn]

Count us in - Jan, Frankie and Becca. Frankie uses a scooter, so accessible space is preferred!

Oh good deal Jan V. - i'll be looking for you and Frankie :):p

[bjb412]

Our first R Family cruise!!! Barb and Penny are the Moms, Gavin 15 and Nicholas 9 are the boys!
We are from Palmyra, PA and cannot wait for our kids to make friends with kids like them!

[Jan V]

Oh good deal Jan V. - i'll be looking for you and Frankie :):p

We're looking forward to seeing you, too.

[Possum]

Hi All!

I wonder if anyone knows how cabin booking is going? Is the ship full? I thought this might be the right thread to ask on?

Possum

[Crazy aka Cheryl]

Reposting the roll call it was buried :eek:
If you havn't done so yet .
Get on the Ball people.
It is almost here.
Oh Candue I haven't even started one list :eek:
I have three things going.
Lori graduating, Oreintation, and The Cruise all happening in two weeks.
OMG I better get moving. YIKES !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Ok let me start
My wardrobe :confused:
1. Make lists and lists and lists
2. Get to Lori's graduation.
3 Take Lori to College for 5 days ( don't forget to pick her up on Friday)
4 Finalize Dinner
5.Cover the Cats the businesses and the House.
I think I am getting my priorities in order here.
Ok got to go and put up my rack so I can start hanging my outfits.
Note to self.
We have put on a few pounds make sure Pride OUTFIT still fits :eek:
Ok here we go I am officially in Cruise mode.
Kelsey COUNT PLEASE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Oh and John even if I wasn't immune.
You wouldn't catch A wrinkle on me. LOL
CCC
PS this is for the Folks I call the Lurkers that read and don't post or aren't sure if this is the right vacation for you.
Jump on in.You will have the most amazing time.
Meet the nicest people.
This trip is magical the people are the best!
R Family = Boat Peeps = Yellow = LOVE

[candue]

Cheryl your pride outfit had plenty of room. I hope Lori enjoys the graduation and especially college week! It will come together for you as it always does, even if it is last minute. More importantly did you remember to check with the airlines to see how much your shoe suitcase is going to cost you?

I just flew Delta to Oklahoma last weekend for my neices graduation and it occured to me. The one jacket I couldn't pack, but ended up needing, would have cost the same as the extra suitcase. Helps me prioritize. No costumes for Alaska but plenty of clothes options for all. Soon friends...and we can sail away.

[Valentine]

Cheryl... LOL!! I first read your post that you NEEDED to PUT ON a few pounds to make your pride outfit fit.... I was going to offer you the many many extra that I seem to have acquired since last cruise! You are too funny!!! Can't wait to see all of you in just a few weeks. I can't believe it... I guess I better get to that packing list also!!

Congrats to Lori on her Graduation!!! WHoo Hooooooo!!!!

Kathy

[sandi]

HI everyone,

I am Sandi from Arizona, my partner, Lynne and I will be on our 1st cruise.

We have plans to wed so it all very exciting.(on the cruise) All are invited!!!

22 yrs together and not that old,lol. See you all soon.

[Nightowls]

Kelsey is in Costa Rica....will have her post when she returns this weekend :)
Sandi, I haven't forgotten, will call you...running like crazy here the last few days.

Patty

[LeTishia]

Hey Everyone!

LeTishia here (sign language interpreter on the last 6 cruises) will be coming with my wife Maria and we can't wait! We are from Neptune, NJ and for the time being, we just have our two dogs, who, sadly, won't be joining us :)

LT

[Crazy aka Cheryl]

:eek: Cheryl your pride outfit had plenty of room. I hope Lori enjoys the graduation and especially college week! It will come together for you as it always does, even if it is last minute. More importantly did you remember to check with the airlines to see how much your shoe suitcase is going to cost you?

I just flew Delta to Oklahoma last weekend for my neices graduation and it occured to me. The one jacket I couldn't pack, but ended up needing, would have cost the same as the extra suitcase. Helps me prioritize. No costumes for Alaska but plenty of clothes options for all. Soon friends...and we can sail away.
Hmn that is an issue TJ !! I wonder how many of my matching coats/jackets/suits I can wear on to the plane :confused: It might get a little warm.LOL.
The shoes well thats a no brainer but the matching tops.That is a suitcase all by itself.
Oh my what is one to do ???????
Lets see maybe I can cut it to two checked bags each..A carry on for Lori and I as big as they allow.OMG this is going to be a challege.:)
My brain is mush can't think about it now.
Just got in from a Contract meeting Marathon with the Beaurocrats.
I believe they were a bit surprized.
I got into a bit of a verbal sparring match with the big boss while everyone else was busy sucking up or trying to catch flys with there eyes and mouth wide open. I think half of them went into shock. hahahahahaha
If you don't want to see or here what is in Pandoras Box.
Don't open it. LOL Translation don't ask a question or make a statement if you don't want to hear the truth. BLAH BLAH
Soon we will all be together laughing GAMBLIN.
All will be alright with the world if just for one week.
Now back to my shoes perhaps I can limit myself to 8 pairs
That means I will have to wear the same pair twice. :eek:

MUUUAAAAAAAA
CCC

[Jacqui Sundquist]

Jacqui, Joanne, Lily (3) & Logan (3) are thrilled to be returning to rfamily for our 2nd cruise. Bring it on! We can't wait.....:p
Jacqui

[TruckerJohnT]

I just flew Delta to Oklahoma last weekend for my neices graduation and it occured to me. The one jacket I couldn't pack, but ended up needing, would have cost the same as the extra suitcase. Helps me prioritize. No costumes for Alaska but plenty of clothes options for all. Soon friends...and we can sail away.

WATCHING, LURKING, TAKING NOTES!


:p

TruckerJohnT

VIVA LA WRINKLE POLICIA, FOREVER!!!

[Valentine]

Hey Everyone!

LeTishia here (sign language interpreter on the last 6 cruises) will be coming with my wife Maria and we can't wait! We are from Neptune, NJ and for the time being, we just have our two dogs, who, sadly, won't be joining us :)

LT

Hey LeTishia!! Can't wait to see you again! :)

Kathy

[candue]

HI everyone,

I am Sandi from Arizona, my partner, Lynne and I will be on our 1st cruise.

We have plans to wed so it all very exciting.(on the cruise) All are invited!!!

22 yrs together and not that old,lol. See you all soon.

Way to go Sandi and Lynne! Hope we can find this momentous event and join you. This will be so thrilling for you in so many ways. A wonderful way to continue on to your future together with your new boat peeps.

[bbugs]

Hey Y'all-
I'm one of Ashes' friends from Baltimore. My first cruise ever! Looking forward to lots of fun. My only regret is that I can't afford to bring my 2 gay kids (ages 21 and 24). Perhaps next time, ay?

until we meet-

Beth

[candue]

I know what you mean. Only five of mine out of seven are going. While none are gay, this is a momentous trip everytime for families like ours. Look forward to meeting you Beth

[TruckerJohnT]

I know what you mean. Only five of mine out of seven are going. While none are gay, this is a momentous trip everytime for families like ours. Look forward to meeting you Beth

oh oh oh, I have a fantastic idea! TJ, how about you adopting me for the cruise. I promise to be a handful almost as much as the two children that can't make it, this way, you won't be lonely! And this way you can buy me all the vodka/cranberry with a lime drinks and feed me lots of NY Strip Steaks and Shrimp Cocktails for the entire cruise, just like the other 2 children. I promise to keep you busy, run you ragged, and get on your last gay nerve! I really like this idea. All those in favor, say AYE!

TruckerJohnT:p

[Crazy aka Cheryl]

Hey Y'all-
I'm one of Ashes' friends from Baltimore. My first cruise ever! Looking forward to lots of fun. My only regret is that I can't afford to bring my 2 gay kids (ages 21 and 24). Perhaps next time, ay?

until we meet-

Beth
Hi beth I am gald that your r coming with the football ( i would say team) .But as i understand it she is brining the whole squad.LOL
Welcome look forward to meeting you.
CCC

[two grandmas]

Way to go Sandi and Lynne! Hope we can find this momentous event and join you. This will be so thrilling for you in so many ways. A wonderful way to continue on to your future together with your new boat peeps.

Hi there, my partner Peg and I had a ceremony on the cruise last year. It was so wonderful. If you don't have anyone to take pictures ask the photo people on board. They put together a wonderful package for us last year. Of course we bught every one of them. It is a wonderful moving experience. Have fun and enjoy the ride. ope to meet you both on the ship. Margie & Peg

[candue]

oh oh oh, I have a fantastic idea! TJ, how about you adopting me for the cruise. I promise to be a handful almost as much as the two children that can't make it, this way, you won't be lonely! And this way you can buy me all the vodka/cranberry with a lime drinks and feed me lots of NY Strip Steaks and Shrimp Cocktails for the entire cruise, just like the other 2 children. I promise to keep you busy, run you ragged, and get on your last gay nerve! I really like this idea. All those in favor, say AYE!

TruckerJohnT:p

Oh Trucker John, first off the two who aren't coming are probably as old as you. One is forty this year and one is twenty five and neither have depended me for alchohol ever. The ones who are coming either can handle their own bar bill or won't run one up. None of us have ever gone in a specialty restaurant on a cruise and this is like our 7th cruise. I see no advantage for adopting you other than when I say knock it off there isn't one of mine who would DARE defy me even if they wanted to. My children all ages know to walk lightly, quietly and are the extreme case of manners and oddly decorum. I think any of these attributes elude you. I am willing to be proven wrong, starting now......... yes now!

[ashes]

Hi beth I am gald that your r coming with the football ( i would say team) .But as i understand it she is brining the whole squad.LOL
Welcome look forward to meeting you.
CCC



Hey CC,

True enough, this year the footbal team AND the cheerleaders are all coming to Alaska. I just wanted to share the fun with everyone I knew!! Beth, you are one of our best cheerleaders and the kids and I are excited to see you again, (will you make us some of those little bologna cheese crackers camping food things again at the house in Seattle???):p

[sandi]

Way to go Sandi and Lynne! Hope we can find this momentous event and join you. This will be so thrilling for you in so many ways. A wonderful way to continue on to your future together with your new boat peeps.

TJ, you are definitly invited to the wedding. It is the second day on board,no time set as of yet. I will let all know soon.

Thank you for the beautiful response.

Sandi

[sandi]

Hi there, my partner Peg and I had a ceremony on the cruise last year. It was so wonderful. If you don't have anyone to take pictures ask the photo people on board. They put together a wonderful package for us last year. Of course we bught every one of them. It is a wonderful moving experience. Have fun and enjoy the ride. ope to meet you both on the ship. Margie & Peg

Marge & Peg,

Congrats on your wedding last year! Yes, we plan to have pics done. I'm sure we will meet at some point on board. And of course you and all are invited to our wedding!
See you all soon!!!!!!!

Sandi

[debandsher]

Lots of roll calls on the board...we are 3 adults: deb & sherri from Windsor, Ontario, Canada (r 1st cruise was last july - to Canada!!!) & our best friend/my brother, Dave, from North Bay, Ontario will be joining us this year. He's a first time cruiser! We're on deck 11 & we'll be at the dinner Friday night. We're looking forward to meeting a whole bunch of new people (and seeing a few familiar faces as well!) We're staying at the Grand Hyatt in downtown Seattle, and flying in on Friday afternoon. See you all SOON!!!

[Crazy aka Cheryl]

Oh Trucker John, first off the two who aren't coming are probably as old as you. One is forty this year and one is twenty five and neither have depended me for alchohol ever. The ones who are coming either can handle their own bar bill or won't run one up. None of us have ever gone in a specialty restaurant on a cruise and this is like our 7th cruise. I see no advantage for adopting you other than when I say knock it off there isn't one of mine who would DARE defy me even if they wanted to. My children all ages know to walk lightly, quietly and are the extreme case of manners and oddly decorum. I think any of these attributes elude you. I am willing to be proven wrong, starting now......... yes now!

TJ you have forty year old kid..OMG tht makes you about :confused: :confused: :confused:
You wear it well girl!!!!
CCC

[candue]

Thirty years between oldest and youngest. No wonder I am wrinkled!

[dstabile]

Hello All,

This is our 2nd cruise with R Family, we live in PA and are really looking forward to this trip, My name is Dominick and my partner of 17 years is Gilbert and my great nephew whom we addopted 7 years ago is Thomas and he is 8.

[TruckerJohnT]

No wonder I am wrinkled!


I guess I'm going to have to order more preprinted demerit books!

Trucker & Younger JohnT :p


"Viva La Wrinkle Policia"

[gaydad_in_Fl]

Hi all!!!
It's Roger from Fl. This is my 3rd Rfamily cruise and I'm looking forward to meeting new friends and seeing all my friends from past cruises.
Cheryl it's great to see you haven't changed, I look forward to seeing you again.
Love and peace
:D:D

Singles night is when? lol

[sandi]

Hi I'm Sandi,my partner Lynne and I are from Arizona. Our first cruise and we can't wait for July to get here. As I have posted before we plan to have a wedding on the cruise. Come one, come all. See you there.......Sandi

[Jacqui Sundquist]

Welcome Sandi & Lynne,
Congrats on your wedding - Alaska '09
Enjoy your new life together.
We hope to meet you...
Cheers
Jacqui:)

[happy_go_lucky]

Hello all, I'm Clint and my partner is Ken. We live in Clarkston, WA. We're bringing along our two children, Shane and Joey. What convinced us to book, was the forums. Wow! What a group. I'm looking forward to meeting ya'll. Especially CCC!

See ya on the cruise.

[DaveandJohn]

We're Dave and John from San Jose, California and our 2-year-old son Caden will be coming on the cruise.

We're also bringing along my parents. They're celebrating their 60th anniversary this year so we're really excited to bring them along (hope they realize what they're getting into! LOL). It looks like lots of people are bringing along Moms and Dads!

Dave

[ivystein]

After a year, I finally decided to join in and post...we are Ivy and Laura from San Diego and planning this to be our first (but not last) fFamily cruise!! We're bringing our 3 young sons and my mom (yay!).

I was the 'lucky' one who came up with one of the Theme Night winners...guess now I really SHOULD plan what we're going to wear...;)

We're very excited but as of right now, we're in total chaos as we plan to move on Saturday (needed a much bigger house with 3 growing boys!).

Can't wait!!!!!!!!!

[Crazy aka Cheryl]

After a year, I finally decided to join in and post...we are Ivy and Laura from San Diego and planning this to be our first (but not last) fFamily cruise!! We're bringing our 3 young sons and my mom (yay!).

I was the 'lucky' one who came up with one of the Theme Night winners...guess now I really SHOULD plan what we're going to wear...;)

We're very excited but as of right now, we're in total chaos as we plan to move on Saturday (needed a much bigger house with 3 growing boys!).

Can't wait!!!!!!!!!
Hi IVY and family .So glad hat you will be joining us.That is great that your MOM is coming along as well.I love it when our families come out and support.It makes for a wonderfull bunch of Boat Peep!!!!
See ya on the Cruise.
Good Luck with the moving stuff.
Sping cleaning and changing over to summer was enough for me.
When you start packing uou are not going to believe how much Stuff you have.:eek:
CCC

[Crazy aka Cheryl]

We're Dave and John from San Jose, California and our 2-year-old son Caden will be coming on the cruise.

We're also bringing along my parents. They're celebrating their 60th anniversary this year so we're really excited to bring them along (hope they realize what they're getting into! LOL). It looks like lots of people are bringing along Moms and Dads!

Dave

WOW 60 th anniversary that is amazing Congrats to them.Welcome aboard the Boards and R Family. If you have any questions please feel free to ask away.
CCC

[belspag]

Greetings to all --

My partner (Bob) and I (Bernard) will be cruising with you to Alaska with our two boys Hunter (15) and Anthony (18 months). We are becoming excited more and more each day as we read the forum posts. We see that there is a lot for teens to do. We're wondering whether other families with toddlers under 2 found that there were opportunities on the ship to keep these little ones busy and interested. :)

DC Dads

[DiverBizz]

We were on the East Coast cruise last year with our son who at the time was 11 months old. He had a real nice time in the play area and also had a chance to meet Rosie with in the Nanny area. He enjoy the morning music shows. He had his first ice cream cone on the ship while sitting near the pool. This year, now that he will almost be 2, we are even more excited for him. He will be attending a lot more events, if we have the energy to get him to all of them. He slept in the pack and play to sleep in at night.

[Crazy aka Cheryl]

Greetings to all --

My partner (Bob) and I (Bernard) will be cruising with you to Alaska with our two boys Hunter (15) and Anthony (18 months). We are becoming excited more and more each day as we read the forum posts. We see that there is a lot for teens to do. We're wondering whether other families with toddlers under 2 found that there were opportunities on the ship to keep these little ones busy and interested. :)

DC Dads
They also have a Nanny Service that you can sign up for in the morning.It has a certain amount of slots.Where you take a break and spend some couple time! My friends have used it every trip and been very satisfied. There is also a Play room that R Family sets up for the younger children also a great way to meet other Cruisres.There is a rollong FAQ on the July thread that will give you a lot of helpfull hints.I am gald that you are joining us.If you have anyother questions feel free to ask away.
WELCOME ABOARD!!!!
CCC

[cruising couple]

yippee we are getting to spend our 20th anniversary in Alaska. Looking forward to seeing everyone. This is our 3rd RFamily cruise and we can't wait to get back on the boat. See everyone in Seattle.
Michael & Don:D