Blenders

[Krazy Kruizers]

:)

Just happened to be looking at the "Ask a Cruise Question" board and someone who is going on an RCI ship asked if blenders were allowed. They don't want to pay $5 for non-alcoholic daquaries.

Just one more item to add to your packing list!!

:D :D

[Rustynail]

That's ok because I don't particularly like the food served on board so I always bring my crockpot with me so I can enjoy my own food in my cabin.

[CaptData]

Don't forget the George Foreman Grill to cook your steaks just the way you like them.

[elmorejj]

And the toaster for those oh so pale bagels and English muffins from room service at breakfast!!.....jean

[Vicar]

I always bring my bagpipes so I can entertain my felow pax on deck

[iluvcruzin]

I've heard of people bringing those small portable blenders onboard to make their own "frozen drinks". I think they have battery operated travel ones you can get too.

Vicar - if you bring your bagpipes I'll dance an Irish slipjig or hornpipe for entertainment :D

[thulewx]

And don't forget the personal stereo with the Bose satellite speakers with subwoofer system for poolside - since my musical tastes are so much better than everyone elses :rolleyes:

[Vicar]

Iluvcruzin,

You have a deal !!!!!!!!!


We can pass the hat after each performance , to help pay our bar bill :) :) :)

[alexMD]

First of all, it's "daiquiri".

Second, those battery-powered blenders couldn't swat a fly! You need the real thing: http://www.totallygross.com


:) :) :)

[Rustynail]

I personally like to bring my 12 guage shotgun onboard so I can fire off a round during the sail away party. It also works well with chair hogs.

[Vicar]

Now see I usually use one of those Aerosal can air horns at the sail away party.

These also come in handy when I need to call the steward to my cabin late at night, you know how slow they are answering the phone at that hour

[RevNeal]

Don't forget your own silverware ... after all, we've all heard the rumors about occasional food bits being found on the ship's silverware!

Oh, and:

...those battery-powered blenders couldn't swat a fly!

LOL ... I didn't realize one put flies into the blender?? What kind of drink do they go into making?? :eek: :p ;)

[the2ofus]

Oh my! We really have to be careful here....for the last couple of days there have actually been threads on this HAL board that have made me laugh out loud. Pretty soon people will be accusing us of being too flippant or ...egad!....HAVING FUN!

Thanks KK for this thread.

[General Max]

Reverand Neal, I don't mind the food bits on silverware as long as they are lobster pieces/.

General Max

[RevNeal]

Pretty soon people will be accusing us of being too flippant or ...egad!....HAVING FUN!

Yeah ... who would have thunk it?? Back around the turn of the millennium all we heard was that HAL and its passengers were all old, dull, bland, and boring.

:D "They don't know us very well, do they?" :D

[gizmo]

Rev,

That blender could come in handy for that floating cocktail party.:D

[RevNeal]

...as long as they are lobster pieces.

Ewwww, icky pooh! :p :eek:

[RevNeal]

That blender could come in handy for that floating cocktail party.

That gas-powered one, linked above? Sure would ... except it would make a whole lot of nasty vibration-waves.

[Krazy Kruizers]

:)

When we read that on the other board, DH and I had a good laugh.

And we wanted to share it with all the good people on this board since we know some of you don't go to any of the other boards on a regular basis.

:)

[RevNeal]

Hey, look!
http://www.totallygross.com/images/photo_alaska.jpg
It's superstein61 on a shore excursion at the Mendenhall glacier!!!!!! :D :eek: ;)

[Rustynail]

My two Great Dane's love cruising with me too. You should see them tie a feed on at the buffet lunch.

We certainly get our money's worth with the boyz aboard.[B]

[LAFFNVEGAS]

If you like I could bring my accordion along. I play a mean Beer Barrel Polka. Then I will see if I can bring a Keg of good German Beer, you know for the Keggers on the Promenade Deck;)

[saltydog28]

revneal... Those guys look like they are having a good time. Do you think they are using the yellow ice they found on the ground?
Pat.

[Orcrone]

I always have to book a balcony because they won't let me fire up the Weber grill inside the room.

[gizmo]

Rev,

LOL at the picture. :D :D

[Orcrone]

My two Great Dane's love cruising with me too. You should see them tie a feed on at the buffet lunch.

We certainly get our money's worth with the boyz aboard.[B]I definitely better watch where I step if I follow you at the buffet.:eek:

[jhannah]

I'm bringing my own Coca-Cola vending machine. Those little teenie-weenie mini-refrigerators in the cabin just don't hold enough, and aren't cold enough. I'm sure the steveadores won't mind loading it up to the cabin for me.

[cactuslady]

Along with the propane-powered Weber Grill (charcoal is so inconvenient to lug around), I'm packing the portable firepit for the balcony. Wood is no problem, there's a plentiful supply of teak deck chairs on the lower promenade deck. The Prinsendam has a fireplace in the Oak Room, why can't I have on in my cabin?

[Orcrone]

Along with the propane-powered Weber Grill (charcoal is so inconvenient to lug around), I'm packing the portable firepit for the balcony. Wood is no problem, there's a plentiful supply of teak deck chairs on the lower promenade deck. The Prinsendam has a fireplace in the Oak Room, why can't I have on in my cabin?cactuslady,

Made sure that the teak has not been treated, otherwise it could be dangerous. To be on the safe side do like I do and have 1/2 a cord of wood delivered to your stateroom. (If it's an Alaska cruise you may want a full cord).

[ryansmemom]

OK, I confess, the new Signature of Excellence program will now save me the trouble of smuggling my own mattress from home on board on my next cruise. I'm so glad they upgraded the beds! The space bags helped on my last two cruises, but it was a tight fit! We have a king size mattress and for some reason the airline insisted we check it through and would not allow it as a carry on. Then... oh well I guess you can get the picture. It's not pretty.

Thank goodness we no longer have to do that!!

Linda :D :D :rolleyes: :rolleyes:

[Orcrone]

OK, I confess, the new Signature of Excellence program will now save me the trouble of smuggling my own mattress from home on board on my next cruise. I'm so glad they upgraded the beds! The spces bags helped on my last two cruises, but it was a tight fit! We have aa king size mattress and for some reason the airline insisted we check it through and would not allow it as a carry on. Then... oh well I guess you can get the picture. It's not pretty.

Thank goodness we no longer have to do that!!

Linda :D :D :rolleyes: :rolleyes:Linda,

Not all ships have received the new mattresses in all cabins. You may want to bring your mattress to be on the safe side. You could also hollow out the mattress and stuff a cow in it, to make sure you have the freshest beef possible.

[Vicar]

Laffnvegas

Sounds great,

Ahhh a lovely night at sea of Bagpipe and Accordian Music accompanied by a lively jig.

Are there any Cloggers out there who would like to join in the festivities ?

[Rustynail]

Hey, since you guys are bringing your instruments I'll bring along my drum kit and we can jam together poolside at 3 am.

[RevNeal]

To be on the safe side do like I do and have 1/2 a cord of wood delivered to your stateroom.

How much does ship's services charge for that??? :D ;) Or, does one need to smuggle it aboard?

[Orcrone]

How much does ship's services charge for that??? :D ;) Or, does one need to smuggle it aboard?It's ridiculously expensive to purchase it from HAL. They allow you to bring it on board so you don't have to smuggle it. But they just raised the kindling fee (akin to corkage) to $17.50 a fire, plus 15% gratuity. So I think it's obviously best to sneak it on board.

For those people who like to stick to the rules I carefully went through my know before you go booklet and it does not mention anything about firewood.

BTW, be smart about it and make sure the wood is seasoned.

[RevNeal]

The space bags helped on my last two cruises, but it was a tight fit! We have a king size mattress and for some reason the airline insisted we check it through and would not allow it as a carry on. Then... oh well I guess you can get the picture. It's not pretty.

Oh, Lord help me ... I'm laughing so hard my side is hurting.
I can barely see the screen for the tears.
I haven't laughed this hard in days.
Thanks!

[RevNeal]

...kindling fee (akin to corkage) to $17.50 a fire, plus 15% gratuity

15% Gratuity????? Do they light it for you, or is that for the Steward who delivers it to your cabin?

[RevNeal]

You may want to bring your mattress to be on the safe side. You could also hollow out the mattress and stuff a cow in it, to make sure you have the freshest beef possible.

How difficult is it to squeeze the air out of a space bag with a cow inside a mattress inside it?? Or ... should I also bring a vacuum cleaner to suck the air out??

[Orcrone]

15% Gratuity????? Do they light it for you, or is that for the Steward who delivers it to your cabin?Revneal, all these questions. I thought you were an experienced HAL cruiser.:D

The wood is delivered along with my luggage while I'm at the Lido having the first of my seven meals that day. (Keep in mind it's the first day and I didn't get on the ship until afternoon. That's how I'm able to get by with only 7 meals.)

Anyhow, the fee is obviously for the person who lights it, otherwise they would not charge each time the fire is lit.

[superstein61]

:)

Just happened to be looking at the "Ask a Cruise Question" board and someone who is going on an RCI ship asked if blenders were allowed. They don't want to pay $5 for non-alcoholic daquaries.

Just one more item to add to your packing list!!

:D :D

A smart cruiser never leaves home without their trusty blender :)

[superstein61]

Hey, look!
http://www.totallygross.com/images/photo_alaska.jpg
It's superstein61 on a shore excursion at the Mendenhall glacier!!!!!! :D :eek: ;)

NAh - just some blender converts that I showed the light to

[Krazy Kruizers]

:)

Never thought this thread could get so funny.

Like revneal we have been laughing till our sides hurt over the last number of posts.

One thought though, make certain that you have a long flue pipe handy when you use the fireplaces on the Prinsendam and the Vista class ships. Better also have one for the verandah so the smoke doesn't get in your eyes.

:D :D

[flatwallet]

You can borrow my 3 cylinder diesel powered weed eater to trim the grass and weeds growing on your verandah. (only if you can tote it). :)

[Vicar]

Cows stuffed in mattresses

Balconies full of firewood

Bagpipe music at 3am


And people wonder why we love cruising *LOL*

[Orcrone]

:)

Never thought this thread could get so funny.

Like revneal we have been laughing till our sides hurt over the last number of posts.

One thought though, make certain that you have a long flue pipe handy when you use the fireplaces on the Prinsendam and the Vista class ships. Better also have one for the verandah so the smoke doesn't get in your eyes.

:D :DI think it's only common sense that you refrain from fires while in port. While at sea the movement of the ship should keep the smoke away from your cabin and only bother those that are aft of you (but who cares about them anyway). Just remember to douse the fire before going to bed if there is a port stop the next day.

[Ziggy7]

hahahahaha heheheheheehheeeeeeeeeeeeeee, omg !!!!! Stoppppppp!!! I cant breath !!!!!
hahahahahaheheheheheheeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee !

[Vicar]

Does anyone know if the fireplaces on The Prisendam are large enough to hang a large metal tub over to boil water for washing clothes?

How nice that fire place must be at night for making S'mores

[FlorenceItaly]

Thanks for the laughs! LOL :). Great thread.

Marie

[Orcrone]

Does anyone know if the fireplaces on The Prisendam are large enough to hang a large metal tub over to boil water for washing clothes?

How nice that fire place must be at night for making S'moresVicar,

I hope that you at least change the water before cooking in the tub.

[Vicar]

Well i would cook in it first while the water was still clean and then after bathing in it, I would wash clothes

I am not gonna keep lugging that damn thing back and forth from the pool all night....I'm on vacation *LOL*

[Orcrone]

Well i would cook in it first while the water was still clean and then after bathing in it, I would wash clothes

I am not gonna keep lugging that damn thing back and forth from the pool all night....I'm on vacation *LOL*Think man. Don't be so cheap. Have a steward move it. Just keep some spare quarters around for a tip.

(This thread is getting ridiculous, I LOVE it).

[WEW612]

I bring my DirectTv with me because the channels onboard arent very good.....so bring the blender, toaster, george foreman and we have quite the soiree.

[Vicar]

Orcrone,


Hmmmm a couple quarters eh?

Ok I'll just skip having dinner in teh dining room on the last night so I won't have to tip in there.

this tipping gets crazy
a dime here, a quarter there next thing you know your onboard account is way over 7 damn dollars *LOL*

[Vicar]

WEW612,

sounds nice
We can hold the soiree in my cabin , I will light all the Yankee Candles I brought and it will make for a festive , yet intimate setting

[ekerr19]

Hey, look!
http://www.totallygross.com/images/photo_alaska.jpg
It's superstein61 on a shore excursion at the Mendenhall glacier!!!!!! :D :eek: ;)

revneal-

YOU ARE sooo BAD! :eek:

Pretty funny too!

[Orcrone]

Orcrone,


Hmmmm a couple quarters eh?

Ok I'll just skip having dinner in teh dining room on the last night so I won't have to tip in there.

this tipping gets crazy
a dime here, a quarter there next thing you know your onboard account is way over 7 damn dollars *LOL*7 whole dollars!!!!

How many people did you bring on this cruise? I'm pretty generous and I get change for my buck.

[ekerr19]

Oh my! We really have to be careful here....for the last couple of days there have actually been threads on this HAL board that have made me laugh out loud. Pretty soon people will be accusing us of being too flippant or ...egad!....HAVING FUN!

Thanks KK for this thread.

I was just thinking this same thought! The boards have been alot of fun this week - except the dreaded and always nasty "dress code" thread - it's been great fun!

What is it? We are seeing much more of Krazy, gizmo, elmorejj and some of the other veterans - reveal, your fingers must be bone weary!

This is a great thread!

[Orcrone]

One reason I'm cruising out of a local port in October is that it's getting too difficult checking my pizza oven with the airlines.

[Vicar]

Orcrone

Tell me how it adds up !

and thats only for the 6 of us in that inside cabin

[RevNeal]

DirectTv ... the blender, toaster, george foreman

George Foreman?
Won't he suffocate in a space bag?
Besides ... he's a Mariner ... I met in on a HAL cruise once. I don't know if he brought his grill with him.

[Orcrone]

Orcrone

Tell me how it adds up !

and thats only for the 6 of us in that inside cabinThat's over a dollar a person. I'm getting sick and tired of the snobs on this board bragging about how much they tip.

[Vicar]

Orcrone
you don't need a pizza oven on The Prisendam.

they have that nice fireplace, and you take a waiters tray from the dining room and make pizza that way.


I also line the pockets of my overalls with oil cloth so I can take soup back to my cabin with me.

[RevNeal]

reveal, your fingers must be bone weary!


Naw ... it's my day off. I should be working on my book, but my back hurts too much today to sit at a library, so I'm in bed, laptop on my chest, surfing the internet and laughing my head off.

What a GREAT way to spend my day off.

[Vicar]

Remember the good old days when a roll of quarters was enough to grease every palm onboard for a whole week.

no more my friend , the times they are a changing.

[Vicar]

REV


Hope your back feels better soon .

Of course if its true that laughter is the best medicine, this thread should have you back on your feet in no time :)

[Orcrone]

Orcrone
you don't need a pizza oven on The Prisendam.

they have that nice fireplace, and you take a waiters tray from the dining room and make pizza that way.


I also line the pockets of my overalls with oil cloth so I can take soup back to my cabin with me.As far as I know there are no fireplaces on the Maasdam. So to be on the safe side I'll take my pizza oven. I'll also bring the dough and sauce, but I'll take the cheese from the buffet. I don't want to have to pack too much.

[ekerr19]

You guys have forgotten about the deck BBQ!!!! There are already grills onboard - just swipe one for your balcony - they won't miss it!

Come to think of it - open up all the connecting balcony doors - grab one of the ice sculptures, put it in Vicar's metal tub, when it melts - use flatwallet's diesel trimmer for the whirlpool action and you have your own personal jacuzzi!

Personally, I am bringing my own iron - who cares if you are not supposed to iron the room! The Vista class doesn't even have laundry facilities - so how are you supposed to remove those stubborn winkles caused by packing the mattress?!!

[Orcrone]

Remember the good old days when a roll of quarters was enough to grease every palm onboard for a whole week.

no more my friend , the times they are a changing.I guess I'm a throwback to the old days (last Tuesday).

[Orcrone]

ekerr,

Not only is that hilarious, but very creative too.

[Vicar]

Ekerr19

You are bringing an iron????????


excellent , you will be in charge of the grilled cheese sandwiches.

[ekerr19]

Ekerr19

You are bringing an iron????????


excellent , you will be in charge of the grilled cheese sandwiches.

No problem, would you like yours lightly starched? :D

[Vicar]

Ekerr19

No starch , there is enough in the bread.

*looking through my rolling beercooler/winecellar/still*

What wine goes good with grilled cheese and pizza?

[LAFFNVEGAS]

As far as I know there are no fireplaces on the Maasdam. So to be on the safe side I'll take my pizza oven. I'll also bring the dough and sauce, but I'll take the cheese from the buffet. I don't want to have to pack too much.Orcrone, can I suggest a Toaster Oven, that way you can just make lots of small pizzas that would help those of us on diets. You are inviting all of us to stow away in your cabin aren't you:confused:

I think we need to see how many we can get in one cabin, with the blender, pizza oven, George Forman and his grill, fireplace wood, and a few bagpipes and an accordion. We should add the Partridge in a Pear Tree:eek:

[Krazy Kruizers]

:)

The proper wine with pizza depends upon whether you want a white or red pizza. If you like anchovies on your pizza, a good reisling (remember fish and white wine) or if you like pepperoni or sausage - a medium cabernet would suffice. Bring on those cases of wine!!!

For grilled cheese sandwiches, we would recommend a good rose'.

:)

[Ziggy7]

ok, can I bring my trunk of shoes then ??? You never know what goes best with the ship carpet until your on it :)

[Vicar]

Krazy Kruisers


Hmmmm
red, white and Rose ??????

Man thats a lot of cardboard boxes

[ekerr19]

ok, can I bring my trunk of shoes then ??? You never know what goes best with the ship carpet until your on it :)

You got that right! On the Zui, almost any bright shoe color should be a perfect match!

[elmorejj]

ROFLMAO!!! Don`t know when I`ve laughed out loud as much!! How about some nice Ripple, Thunderbird or Wild Irish Rose? you`d have a choice of white, red or rose then....jean

[ekerr19]

Krazy Kruisers


Hmmmm
red, white and Rose ??????

Man thats a lot of cardboard boxes

Target has the rolling coolers (the "upscale ones" with a seperate wine section) on sale... maybe I can grab one of those - it might give us a bit of class!

Also, don't forget the White Zin - oops, I forgot - HAL's wine list already has ALL the White Zinfandel I can handle! :p

[CaptData]

How about a set of spoons for the band. Or a few Chipmunks!!!

After all if we have engine trouble they can be put in a cage and run the wheel, with the blender helping we might reach land in a week.

Partridge under glass?????? :eek:

[Vicar]

EKerr19

Sounds like a good idea
I like the idea of the separate wine cooler because I don't want my Thunderbird getting mixed up with my Colt 45 malt liqour.


Oh and I am going to need something for formal night. While you are at Target, can you pick me up a Dale Earnhardt T shirt.



Thanks , I'll pay you when I see you on the ship :)

[Vicar]

CaptData

the hell with them Partridges , what wine goes good with them dar Chipmunks *LOL*

[gizmo]

Will they let me bring cream soda on board? I want to mix it with the TBird that I intend to smuggle in my luggage.

[ger_77]

All you folks are forgetting the obvious - you're aboard one of the biggest fishing boats out there, so we're planning on bringing all our fishing equipment. When you're at sea, you can get some pretty good trolling speed, and while in port, well you've got a lot more options than just the expensive shore excursions.

Of course, we have to have a balcony cabin, cause we won't want to get others too jealous by casting in front of them. The balcony will come in handy when it comes time to fillet the big guys you catch, as you don't have to worry about what to do with the innards - just slip them over the edge. The folks downstairs shouldn't have too much slime on their balconies, and besides, it will just wash off IF it rains! There's nothing quite like fresh fish barbecued on your own balcony while watching some part of the world pass by. Ummm, Ummm, Ummm.

Smooth Sailing All! :) :) :)

[iluvcruzin]

OK.. let's see.. we will have a fire brewing, some wine, cooking appliances..

I plan on bringing my fishing pole so I can do some deep sea fishing off the aft. Maybe we could reuse that big tub of Vicar's to have a big ole' fashion fishfry.. :D

edited - I didn't see your post ger 77. We were thinking the same thing..;)

[ger_77]

Ya gotta love fresh fish!

Smooth Sailing! :) :) :)

[HeatherInFlorida]

How did I miss all this fun today!!!??? Orcrone, all of you, you're burning up this thread with the most hilarious stuff I've ever seen here!!! You are all the best! So many great laughs. I can't even think of anything good to add, but I had to post to keep getting this stuffhttp://boards2.cruisecritic.com/images/smilies/biggrin.gif .

Is this a first? 4 pages in one day???

[Vicar]

Heather

we are trying for 6 pages in one day

KEEP POSTING !!!!!!! *LOL*

Glad that we made you laugh today

[Vicar]

I think we ought to make this an Alaskan cruise , I hear them Polar Bears and moose are good eatin'

Of course we are gonna need a bigger tub to cook it in and a whole hell of a lot more firewood

[RevNeal]

... what wine goes good with them dar Chipmunks.

"Chipmunks roasting on an open fire ....
Shuffleboard on the Lido deck ..."

[Vicar]

Tiny tots running up and down the halls

are gonna get thrown overboard tonight

[RevNeal]

LOL :D
AMEN!

There is a time and a place to violate HAL's "Nothing Overboard" Policy!

[LAFFNVEGAS]

We forgot the Christmas Lights to hang out on the balcony and the bumper sticker to put out on the door that says " If this cabin is Rockin Don't Come a Knockin"

[Ziggy7]

Hubby wants to know if he can bring his gas powered scooter, he says when a man's on vacation he shouldnt have to walk over 50 feet to get to his food !

[LAFFNVEGAS]

I just noticed at the bottom of the front page of this thread is the thread that KK referred to about someone asking about taking a Blender. That thread only had 3 replies this will shortly hit over 100. I would say the RCL Board is not having near as much fun.

[Mary Ellen]

We'll bring the marshmallows and graham crackers. I'm sure we can swipe some chocolate off the buffet for s'mores over the fire. DH can bring his 12-string to add to the ‘musical ensemble’ we’ve been amassing.

I’m glad ger 77 brought up the fishing gear. I was wondering when it was going to be mentioned. For Alaska and NE cruises will also need crab and lobster pots.

[elmorejj]

Is there a full moon tonight? you guys are getting to be too much!!

I thought we Mariners were supposed to be a bunch of old fuddy duddies..don`t sound like it today!!......jean

[Krazy Kruizers]

:)

LAFFNVEGAS

Funny you should mention that. While we were eating dinner, I said to my husband that if the orginal poster from "Ask a Cruise Question" ever saw what we posted from their original post, they may think it so funny.

But, boy are we having a ball.

NOW - about that still? Will room service bring the sour mash? Or is that a 15% gratuity included in the price?

And who is going to bring the copper tubing?

:D :D

[flatwallet]

I have a boring attachment for my diesel powered chain saw. If I bore a well, put in a windlass and bucket and rope we can draw water and heat it in a number one wash tub and DW has a scrub board and then there will be a laundromat aboard the Westerdam. And if you don't like recycled sea water you will have some fresh cool water to drink. :)

[ekerr19]

EKerr19

Sounds like a good idea
I like the idea of the separate wine cooler because I don't want my Thunderbird getting mixed up with my Colt 45 malt liqour.


Oh and I am going to need something for formal night. While you are at Target, can you pick me up a Dale Earnhardt T shirt.



Thanks , I'll pay you when I see you on the ship :)

One Dale Earnhart shirt coming up - it's 75% off at Target here in Denver - we must not be a big racing town...

Anyone else? Maybe some Martha Stewart tablecloths from K-Mart (for our balcony BBQ, of course!) Or better yet, girls - how about some "Kathy Lee" clothes for our formal night?

Oops, I forgot - my DH has a few "do-rags"... a couple "pirate" themed and a few "smiley face" - any of you guys out there getting a bit light in the hair dept. - maybe we can interest you? Sure helps to prevent sunburn...

[ekerr19]

Tiny tots running up and down the halls

are gonna get thrown overboard tonight

Oh My Gosh!!!

Revneal's GOTTA love this one! He'll be first in line to start the throwing!!!

[ekerr19]

We forgot the Christmas Lights to hang out on the balcony and the bumper sticker to put out on the door that says " If this cabin is Rockin Don't Come a Knockin"

Oh Lisa - you make me laugh!

[ekerr19]

Hubby wants to know if he can bring his gas powered scooter, he says when a man's on vacation he shouldnt have to walk over 50 feet to get to his food !

It's a deal - no walking further than 10 Ft!!! Can we borrow the scooter to get more cream soda to mix with out Thunderbird? Oops, I forgot - DH wants to bring his Schlitz Malt Liquor instead...

Ladies - I've got some Annie Greensprings Strawberry-Apple Wine and some Boones Farm Mountain Nectar that I've been saving since 1976 for such a special occasion - oh, and we won't even need a corkscrew - these are the fancy screw-top bottles!

[Ziggy7]

We forgot the Christmas Lights to hang out on the balcony and the bumper sticker to put out on the door that says " If this cabin is Rockin Don't Come a Knockin"
Hey, did you read our minds! Hubby and I were just packing that stuff for our Aug 7th cruise hehehehehe

[ryansmemom]

Did I mention the chickens that go along with the cow in my mattress? I like my eggs really fresh!! :cool: :D :D


Linda

[Orcrone]

Are we forgetting about activities. I'm bringing some waterskis. It'll help pass the time on those sea days.

[ekerr19]

Well Marc - I think we need to re-activate that old cruising past time of skeet shooting - hey, maybe we look for targets other than skeet!??

[Orcrone]

Well Marc - I think we need to re-activate that old cruising past time of skeet shooting - hey, maybe we look for targets other than skeet!??PULL! (Teach him to cut in front of me at the buffet).

[ekerr19]

PULL! (Teach him to cut in front of me at the buffet).

You are killing me! Maybe we can get Jim to donate a slipper or two...

[RevNeal]

PULL! (Teach him to cut in front of me at the buffet).

"May I have your attention please. It's your cruise director with an important announcement. Will the Club HAL kids please make their way most expeditiously to the Sports deck, port side? Thank you."

[ekerr19]

"May I have your attention please. It's your cruise director with an important announcement. Will the Club HAL kids please make their way most expeditiously to the Sports deck, port side? Thank you."

ooh, I get it - the Club HAL kids... remind me not to send my kids that day - oops, on second thought... :D

[Ziggy7]

hahahahaha you all are toooooo funny!
So nice to see ppl having fun with no poo poo'ers!

[gizmo]

It's a deal - no walking further than 10 Ft!!! Can we borrow the scooter to get more cream soda to mix with out Thunderbird? Oops, I forgot - DH wants to bring his Schlitz Malt Liquor instead...

Ladies - I've got some Annie Greensprings Strawberry-Apple Wine and some Boones Farm Mountain Nectar that I've been saving since 1976 for such a special occasion - oh, and we won't even need a corkscrew - these are the fancy screw-top bottles!I will share my cream soda and TBird cocktails if you share your exotic aged wine. There is nothing better than aged wine. One question, do they have an "unscrewing fee", if you bring the wine to the dining room?

I suggest a wine tasting party after the skeet shooting to celebrate!:D

[Jacqueline]

I finally had to see what was going on with this thread. It is just tooo funny!
What a riot. I dont think I can top any of you .

[Vicar]

Hmmm

I didn't think of skeet shooting, maybe that would be a better use for the kids who run down the hall,

Don't wanna break the Don't throw anything overboard rule.

The gas powered cooter is an excellent idea, no one is gonna feel like walking to much after eating all that fish and fresh beef and eggs.

Oh by the way we will definately need the gas powered chain saw.

Those steaks just don't fall off the cow ya know *LOL*

[Roadwork]

I believe I would enjoy that wine tasting after the skeet shooting. I am not so sure about that cream soda and Thunderbird, but it does sound better than MadDog 20 20. Does the winner get a cake to celebrate? ;)

[LAFFNVEGAS]

Did someone say CAKE??? Well. the best thing with cake is HomeMade Ice Cream. I will just have to bring my Ice Cream Maker and several 20 lb bags of Rock Salt. I am sure if we are going to Alaska that we can get a bunch of Ice from Hubbard Glacier. Since we have the Cow for fresh Cream and the chicken for fresh eggs, oh yes I forgot sugar, well that is a job for us women folk we can go to the Lido with our blue plastic Wal Mart bags (I will bring extra) and get all the little packets of sugar. It might take awhile to open up say 3500 little sugar packets but what the heck we have nothing better to do on Sea Days. Oh, one more thing does anyone else have room to bring a keg of Vanilla Extract?

[Vicar]

Laffnvegas


*starting up the old chain saw *

ya better get all the cream you need on the first day because after that Ol' Bessie is gonna be dinner. *LOL*

I can help you get started on the sugar collection. I will have my mother and her friends at the senior club hit every diner, restaurant and coffee shop in town. They'll have 35,000 packets of sugar by the end of the week.

If they bring their big purses we might even get some dinner rolls.

[RevNeal]

starting up the old chain saw

Chain Saw ... who's gonna bring the Chain saw?? And what about Gas for it? And .. when you're chopping up Bessie for dinner, she'll make quite a mess. Why don't you have them drain the Lido pool and then you can carve her in there ... next to the ice-sculpture carvings. Won't that be nice?

[Vicar]

REV,

thats an excellent idea about the pool, plenty of work space, good drainage, and self cleaning when they fill the pool back up.

And seeing that we will already be on the Lido deck , we can just do this on the night of the Deck BBQ and use HALs grills .


This way we can save the firewood that is stored on my balcony for building an ice fishing hut , for when we get to Alaska

[Roadwork]

I would be more than happy to bring my "Ice Cream Maker". Can I borrow the extention cord being used with the chain saw on Bessie? :D .

[LAFFNVEGAS]

Roadwork, Actually I thought it would help our cardio if we brought my old "Hand Crank Style" It really gives you a work out when the Ice Cream starts to harden. But then again why not bring both we could make 2 flavors at one time. How about some Strawberry Boones Farm flavored Ice Cream?

[Vicar]

Laffnvegas

i was thinking more along the lines of Fudge Ripple, made with a real bottle of Ripple

[LAFFNVEGAS]

That sounds better yet, but we could go "Uptown Style" and pretend we are in the Lido and have bottles of Boone's Farm to pour over the Ice Cream.:D

[Vicar]

Thats even better :)

ripple flavored sno cones


The possibilities are endless

[gizmo]

Laffnvegas


I can help you get started on the sugar collection. I will have my mother and her friends at the senior club hit every diner, restaurant and coffee shop in town. They'll have 35,000 packets of sugar by the end of the week.

If they bring their big purses we might even get some dinner rolls.I think I am going to die laughing at this one. I had an Aunt that was a pro at this.:D

[Vicar]

Gizmo,

Are they the best or what? *LOL*

That table is picked clean when they leave *LOL*

[LAFFNVEGAS]

Can you believe this thread has now hit page 6!!!
I have actually had lots of fun with this even though I am at work. I think it is too "darn" hot to buy a car. Although I am the resident TA and have helped a few employees book a vacation this weekend.

[gizmo]

Gizmo,

Are they the best or what? *LOL*

That table is picked clean when they leave *LOL*
Yep, they are the best. God Bless Them!

The establishment is lucky if some of the flatware did not make it to their over sized purses.

[azgymgal]

Hello Laffnvegas: I've enjoyed following your posts since your my neighbor. A lot of Kingman people go over to Vegas to car shop. By the way do you work at Fletcher Jones?

[flatwallet]

And now for a more serious note.
Bulletin from the Headquarters of Blenders International. Due to a recent influx of blenders being taken aboard cruise ships sailing in international waters it becomes necessary to augment the following guidelines. To Wit:
All blenders must be under 53 pounds with a footprint of no more than 4’ by 4’.
No blender may be powered by steam or kerosene*
Blenders powered by turbine engines must fall under the guidelines of International Turbine Engine Association.
Capacity of any blender must not exceed 80 imperial gallons.
Blenders powered by alternating current must be approved by the Good Housekeeping Society and bear their seal of approval.
All blenders must be equipped with a fire retardant system. (Overhead sprinklers, Halide, CO2 are approved)
* Exception: turbine engines powered by K-1 Kerosene

And the list goes on..entirely too long for perusal on Saturday night. :)

Enjoy your weekend...You've earned it after this thread.

[mango14217]

You guys are making my day i haven't laughed at theese boards so hard in a long time i love it.

[Orcrone]

flatwallet,

A blender that big would make one heck of a big "frozen thingie".

[Ziggy7]

soooooo does that mean the cement mixer I borrowed for the lido party to blend the drinks in is now out ??????

[Orcrone]

soooooo does that mean the cement mixer I borrowed for the lido party to blend the drinks in is now out ??????As long as you don't call it a blender, you're OK. If anyone asks any questions just tell them it's colored concrete. After a few glasses of the concrete they won't know the difference.

[LAFFNVEGAS]

Yes I do, have you been to our dealership?

[flatwallet]

I would never (fingers crossed) fabricate such an article written by the Blender Association.
However, I do know of a double barreled cannon used during the Civil War and if I can tear it loose from its mounting will drag it on the ship use it to shoot them little skeets (poor things) with.
Getting it thru TSA is gonna be another problem.

http://www.batteryb.com/double-barreled_cannon.html

[tammar]

I don't care if people say we are strange or what, but you folks are down to earth and make me laugh. lol Love this board.

[Ziggy7]

I would never (fingers crossed) fabricate such an article written by the Blender Association.
However, I do know of a double barreled cannon used during the Civil War and if I can tear it loose from its mounting will drag it on the ship use it to shoot them little skeets (poor things) with.
Getting it thru TSA is gonna be another problem.

http://www.batteryb.com/double-barreled_cannon.html
hahahahaahaaaaaaaa

[azgymgal]

Yes I have. I've also been following your posts - since your in the "neighborhood".
Thanks for the reply.

[Krazy Kruizers]

:) flatwallet

There shouldn't be any problem bringing your cannon onto the plane. Have you ever seen some of those people who work security?:eek: Besides the regulations say no weapons or firearems. Can you immage someone picking up your cannon and firing it? Ship the shells UPS so you won't have any explosive material. Besides - let them x-ray it if they have a large enough machine. If not - they will just have to hand check it like they do the luggage.

Of course it may not fit into the overhead compartment or under your seat, but what the heck - pay for an extra seat and have it removed from the plane.

:D

[gizmo]

I am still laughing at this thread. It just gets better and better.:D

[sail7seas]

Reading this made it worth having been forced down the gangway and made to leave Maasdam yesterday. This is hysterical ........... Thanks for the laughs.

[flatwallet]

Thanks for the input about getting thru ATL airport screeners. Got a better deal. Since this cannon has a significant historical value and after communicating with the officials there they jumped overboard at the idea of this relic being displayed on a cruise ship in international waters. They are going to provide the necessary crating materials and shipment to the ship. Of course, and unbeknownst to them, there is skullduggery going on here inasamuch as this dbl barrel gun is going to be used for skeet shooting.
As Sherlock Holmes would say "the game is afoot".

[Orcrone]

I would never (fingers crossed) fabricate such an article written by the Blender Association.
However, I do know of a double barreled cannon used during the Civil War and if I can tear it loose from its mounting will drag it on the ship use it to shoot them little skeets (poor things) with.
Getting it thru TSA is gonna be another problem.

http://www.batteryb.com/double-barreled_cannon.htmlThe heck with skeets. If another ship is at the pier and they think I have to tender in, cannon and I will have a little discussion with them.

[Krazy Kruizers]

:) Hey, you'all

What ever happened to my distillery?

Not all of us drink those blender things.

Isn't there a way we could use the steam and hot water from the laundry to get a distillery going? That thar moonshine will be ready to light you'rn fire. Then let's try that there skeet shootin' off the fantail! Yeehah!! What a send-off we'll give to that thar port of ??????

Shore wish yu'all will join us for a drink. Jack Daniels would be jealous!!! That thar radiator we use to distill our brew is almost new.

:)

[joangg]

thanks, I needed this thread!! Funny, funny, funny! Now I don't feel so badly bringing my toaster!

[Ziggy7]

oh look what hubby just bought me for our going away cruise!

http://www.mainstsupply.com/shopfamily/44/dept/8/cat/30/fam.htm

Betchya my new tub will work for the mini spa !!!!
Or if ya need you can do your laundry in it, saves from dirting the pool.

[Krazy Kruizers]

:) Ziggy7

Only 17 gallons??? Our out-house uses more than that!! (And that's for each flush!)

I want a BIG distillery.

:)

[ger_77]

RevNeal: I've just noticed that no one has decided to bring along their breadmaker in addition to the blender. I figure if the dining room runs out of decent food, we'll simply throw our line overboard, catch a couple o big ones, and team up with somebody and their breadmaker. We'll then turn everything over to you, Rev, the loaves and the fishes, and we'll see if you've "earned your stripes" so to speak! While we're at it, we'll fill a couple of big jugs with water and ... well, remember the wedding at Canna? (sp) Oh, and we prefer white with fish, if you don't mind! :)

Smooth Sailing! :) :) :)

[LAFFNVEGAS]

oh look what hubby just bought me for our going away cruise!

http://www.mainstsupply.com/shopfamily/44/dept/8/cat/30/fam.htm

Betchya my new tub will work for the mini spa !!!!
Or if ya need you can do your laundry in it, saves from dirting the pool.
Ya Know if we can't get KK's Distillary up and going we could go around and raid everyones mini bar and use the Tub to make a good batch of Trash Can Punch. Vicar have you been a practicing your Bagpipes?

[Orcrone]

ger77,

We tried the breakmaker on a previous cruise. However, the dough has to rise and then it has to be baked. As you may, or may not know, a wait of over 45 seconds for food is considered unacceptable on a cruise.

[sailboy]

You can keep it in your cabin and bring it with you when you hit the pool.

[ryansmemom]

Can we bring a deck chair with a massage attachment? I know there are chairs that have these. I saw one on the Maasdam, it cost a dollar a minute. If we can get a massaging deck chair and set it up at the pool, it would be great. Think of the money we can save on the spa bill! :D :D :cool: :cool:

Linda

[Ziggy7]

:) Ziggy7

Only 17 gallons??? Our out-house uses more than that!! (And that's for each flush!)

I want a BIG distillery.

:)
KK are these your distillery plans ????

Stream Table Plans (metal tub)

Based on design by Mark Wagner

This stream table has an aluminum or stainless steel tub rather than the wooden tub used in the original Missouri Department of Conservation design. Other modifications from the Missouri model include wooden "saw horse" stands rather than automotive jacks, an optional battery or 12-volt transformer hook-up to provide power to the re-circulating pump, and a sink drain mounted in the tub.

The initial cost of the metal tub design is higher, but it is much more durable and requires less maintenance than the wood design. It also can be used to simulate an archeological dig (used with dry matrix), as a fish cleaning station during fishing workshops, as a shallow aquatic display, as a table for temporary displays of animal pelts or botanical specimens, or anywhere you need a large flat sink.

Approximate costs of some items:

plastic matrix $350 - $450

metal tub $300 - $400

pump motor $15+

Materials list:

• Aluminum or stainless steel tub; 80 by 32 inches; constructed from 4x8-foot sheet of aluminum or stainless steel

• 2, 10-foot pine 1-inch by 8-inch boards (or 1-inch by 10-inch with stainless steel)

• kitchen sink drain (save the drain stopper for other uses of the tub)

• plumber’s putty or silicon caulk

• plastic tail pipe for sink drain, with screw connector to easily remove from drain bottom for transport (1-foot to 2-foot, can be cut to length)

• 4, 1/2-inch threaded rods, each 4-foot long

• 8 washers and 8, 1/2-inch nuts for threaded rods

• 4, 1/4-inch or 3/8-inch eye bolts, 8 nuts and washers for eye bolts (for tie downs)

• 8 angle braces with wood screws

• 18-20 metal, bonded to rubber, washers for tub support on wood frame

• 1, 3/4-inch ball type, street valve (brass)

• Plexiglas or aluminum plate for mounting street valve

• 2, plastic 90° elbows (one side threaded for street valve the other for 3/4-inch plastic tubing)

• 2, plastic 90° elbows (both ends for 3/4-inch plastic tubing)

• 14 feet of clear plastic tubing, 3/4-inch inside diameter (I.D.), 7 feet of the tubing should be very flexible and 7 feet of the tubing (to be mounted on tub) can be a more rigid 3/4-inch anhydrous ammonia tubing (found at a farm supply store)

• 2 hose clamps for 3/4-inch tubing

• 2 handles for carrying stream table, and wood screws for mounting

• 8 copper pipe straps and nails, for 3/4-inch pipe

• 13 gallon, or larger kitchen wastebasket or tub, 22 to 24 inches tall

• smaller wastebasket, tub, or bucket to fit inside larger one (above)

• submersible pump (360 gallons per hour)

• electrical transformer, input: 110 volt A.C., output: 12-volts D.C., 300 m A (same voltage output as a 12-volt car battery)

• optional 12-volt automotive battery

• connecting jack or alligator clips to connect automotive battery or transformer to submersible pump cord (9-volt battery connectors can be bought from electronics suppliers)

• plastic pitcher 1

• fine mesh for lining pitcher

• 4, 8-foot long 2-inch by 4-inch pine boards (saw horse bases)

• 4-inch decking or sheet rock screws, enough for saw horse and tub frame construction

• 10, 5-gallon buckets to carry matrix and other supplies

• 2 plastic grain scoops for moving matrix

• PVC reducing collar (4-inch to 3-inch) that will fit tightly inside the top of the sink drain; purchase at a farm supply store (used on perforated, PVC drainage tile)

Steps for construction of metal stream table (see diagrams also):

1. Contract the construction of the 32-inch by 80-inch aluminum or stainless steel tub. Aluminum should be at least .040 guage; stainless steel can be thinner. Stitch weld four aluminum angle stiffeners to the tub bottom. Weld all corners and seams to be watertight. Double roll top edges to eliminate any exposed sharp edges or cover with edging for steel doors.

2. Construct a 1-inch by 8-inch (or 1-inch by 10-inch) pine board frame for the tub, using both decking screws and metal angles to support corners. A 10-foot board can be cut to form one side and one end piece.

3. Place the aluminum tub in the wooden frame so the bottom of the angle stiffeners are flush with the bottom of the wood frame. Drill holes in wood frame so a 1/2-inch threaded rod can pass through each side of the wooden frame and the space in the stiffeners. Place washers and nuts on each end of the threaded rod. Use glue or Locktite to make sure the nuts will not loosen.

4. Mount two eye bolts on the bottom of each side of the stream table for tie downs when transporting the stream table on top of a vehicle. Saw horse bases can be placed in the stream table, and all tied down with ropes. Remove the PVC tail pipe drain prior to

[stillfrantic]

I'm a little concerned about storage in the bathroom, so I am bringing a cabinet kit from the Home Depot to put together once on board. The box isn't very deep, but it is long and weighs about 100 pounds. Do you think the stewards will mind putting it togher for me and delivering it that way? They could just tape a luggage tag on the top shelf so doesn't get confused with anyone else's shelves.

Also, do they sell charcol in the gift shop? I'm sure my bottle of lighter fluid will last the week, but the charcol bag only lasts for about 3 verandah cook outs. I'll need more than that, but it so much trouble to bring more than 1 bag along with the kettle drum grill. What do you all think?

Oh, and one more comfort and convenience item. I know they are always taking down the ceiling fans on "Trading Spaces," but I absolutley must have one on at night and since my husband is quite handy with electrical issues, we are able to travel with one. Are the ceilings made of a substance that his drill will be able to complete the installation quickly? I hate it when we come upon a ceiling that is difficult to drill. Sometimes it leaves large holes which do so bother me during our vacation...imagine, having to look up at holes around your personal ciling fan.....really bothersome!

I know when people stay in the room after us, they know by the nice smoky smell that we had a grill and are sorry we didn't leave it for them. And the ceiling fan.....well when they stare up at the frayed wires above their heads and see the now empty mounting brackets, they are so very sad we removed it before disembarkation. I've heard they call the stewards to complain about the wires hanging. Well, I say to them, you should have remembered to pack your ceiling fan too.

[stillfrantic]

Oh, I forgot. I have also ordered a sofa from a store in Key West. Rather than pay freight charges to my home, I am having it delivered to the ship the day will be there. Now, how convenient is that??? Do you think people will sit on it if I store it in the hall outside my stateroom? I would hate for it to be sat upon before I get it home.

Take this is as a warning. If you see an oversized couch outside a room on the 8th deck, stay off, please.

[Krazy Kruizers]

:)

Now that's a better size for my distillery!!

:D

[Vicar]

I just got back from Wal Mart today and bought some beautiful NASCAR approved curtains for the main dining room.

imagine how much more special Dutch Night will be with the images of Dale Earnhardt and Richard Petty looking down at us as we eat.

Also some of the artwork on HAL needs to be brought up to date.

I have some beautiful lithographs of the "Classics" ( you know "Dogs Playing Poker" and the like)

And a portrait of Elvis painted on genuine Velvet that is just awe inspiring.

[flatwallet]

Help!!! I am running out of room. Thus far my accumulation is a 3 cylinder diesel powered weed eater, a 3 cylinder lightweight diesel powered chain saw with boring attachment, a well, a number 1 wash tub with scrub board (and I forgot to mention the homemade lye soap requiring a tub of lard and potash to make it), a double barrel Civil War cannon, all to be placed on a 41 square ft. verandah. This morning DW reminded me that I have to take my sleep apnea machine and I replied nooooo problem. WRONG!! This little jewel requires distilled water and I have doubts that HAL is got this stuff in the stores...ssooo you know what this means. By the time I crowd the still in the room I have it figured out...We sleep in the hall on the floor.

[Mary Ellen]

Help!!! I am running out of room. ...snip... We sleep in the hall on the floor. Nah - tthat's one of the advantages of the chain saw. Just carve some space out of the cabin next door. After all, it IS your vacation. You deserve it.

[flatwallet]

Good Advice! However the people on either wide are vacationing as well. And besides, DW says I look lilke Dr. Lector from the movie "Silence of the Lambs" when I have my apnea mask on and I certainly don't want to scare anybody to death. Not a pretty sight.
And so it goes..having to sleep in the hall with no power outlets to electrify the apnea machine means renting a diesel powered electrical generator (do you suppose the noise will disturb the neighbors?), and no bath room means renting one of them little porta potties (like you see at the Nascar events..really nasty) and etc.

************************************************** ************************************************** ************************************************** **************************************************
Folks, it's really been fun participating in the banter on this thread. However, it's time to start packing for a grand time of our lives...Sailing on the Westerdam out of Harwich Friday. Bon voyage, ta ta, farewell, adios.
Now where's that power cord?

[Krazy Kruizers]

:) flatwallet

There are outlets in the hallways as well as next to the bathrooms. No problem there for your machine.

Have a good time on the Westerdam. We will all be anxious for a review of your cruise and the ship.

P.S. - tell us which cabin you are enlarging with your chain saw so that when we are on the Westerdam in January, we will know which cabin to check out.

:)

[LAFFNVEGAS]

Seriously, Have a Great trip and cruise. How wonderful to be traveling to Harwich. I am sure you will have a wonderful time. We too are looking forward to your review since we will be boarding the Westerdam in March.
Bon Voyage;)

[Krazy Kruizers]

:)

I just popped down to the orginal thread where I got this topic from. Believe it or not, they are talking seriously about blenders on that board.

:)

[Orcrone]

:)

I just popped down to the orginal thread where I got this topic from. Believe it or not, they are talking seriously about blenders on that board.

:)

Maybe you don't find this serious, but I think that we're covering some important topics. Prior to this thread I was too embarressed to let people know that I pack my own cruise ship as a backup.

[Krazy Kruizers]

:) Orcrone

If the origianl poster ever saw what HAL cc'ers have said, I can only hope that they have as a good a sense of humor as we have and don't flame us all.

:D

[stillfrantic]

Prior to this thread I was too embarressed to let people know that I pack my own cruise ship as a backup.
You almost made me spit yogurt on my laptop. That was the first time I think I actually laughed at loud at something I read on the internet.:D

[Orcrone]

You almost made me spit yogurt on my laptop. That was the first time I think I actually laughed at loud at something I read on the internet.:DGlad I could help (if that's the right word).

I hope nobody noticed. Could be embarrassing.:D

[Orcrone]

:) Orcrone

If the origianl poster ever saw what HAL cc'ers have said, I can only hope that they have as a good a sense of humor as we have and don't flame us all.

:DMaybe someone should head over there and point them in our direction.:D :eek:

[cactuslady]

These are all good money-saving ideas for making a cruise comfortable yet economical. However, I'm concerned that even the back-up cruise ship may not be enough. I've read on these boards about the general decline in the quality of the onboard entertainment (as compared to the Good Old Days, of course). Do you think it would be rude if I brought along the Rockettes and asked the HAL show cast to please step aside and let me enjoy the production number the way I want it? Would this be OK (a) only on formal nights, (b) only on casual nights, or (c) any d**n time I want? And could I please replace the comedian with my own juggler? I do so prefer jugglers.

After all, I've saved up for a long time for this cruise, and intend to enjoy myself.
;)

[stillfrantic]

I won't point them to us, but I'll point us to them: http://boards.cruisecritic.com/showthread.php?t=57981

It is pretty tame. None of the bashing I would have expected.

[Orcrone]

Cactuslady,

It's your vacation, you've saved up for it. I think it's only reasonable that you should watch the entertainment you want. But they better be careful on stage when my alligator wrestler is up there.

[Ziggy7]

I won't point them to us, but I'll point us to them: http://boards.cruisecritic.com/showthread.php?t=57981

It is pretty tame. None of the bashing I would have expected.
ok now you've dont it! They mentioned taking some tupperware, soooooooo now I want to take my lazy susan so I can fill it up at the Lido deck buffet and bring to the deck party. However they are not quite big enough for say 1,000 ppl, so how about it ladies, I know you still have them, please bring yours too! Think we should ask the little ole ladies gathering the sugar and salt packets to bring theirs too ????

[Orcrone]

You talk about taking stuff from the Lido, but it's not so far fetched.

When I was a teenager I worked as a lifeguard at a hotel in the Catskill Mountains. The guests would ask the waiters for "falatahs". This was food they could take back to the room "for later".

[cactuslady]

ok now you've dont it! They mentioned taking some tupperware, soooooooo now I want to take my lazy susan so I can fill it up at the Lido deck buffet and bring to the deck party. However they are not quite big enough for say 1,000 ppl, so how about it ladies, I know you still have them, please bring yours too! Think we should ask the little ole ladies gathering the sugar and salt packets to bring theirs too ????

Ask the little ole ladies ONLY if you want to spend your cruise sorting out all the tupperware after use, according to the names inscribed on masking tape on the bottoms, so you can return each and every piece (after washing in the jacuzzi, of course) to the correct little ole lady.

I still remember having to do this with all of the identical glass oval-cake-plate-and-punch-cup sets that the ladies in the coach/manufactured home/certainly not trailer park brought to my grandfather-in-law's 90th birthday. As far as I could tell, only 2 patterns of these things were ever made, but you can bet your poopdeck that every lady wanted her very own cup matched to her very own plate and put back in her (also labeled) original box. We had stacks and stacks of these things. :eek:

[jhannah]

Plus, those with stained Tupperware or chipped glassware will forage to gather up pieces that are more to their liking. We've had it happen ... at church socials, no less! :eek:

[ekerr19]

I cannot believe this is still going! I missed checking in this weekend and thought for sure it'd be gone...

I have gotten more laughs from this thread than anything I've seen in along time - (except maybe the tale of the couple trying to get to the ship on the Carnival boards...) this has been fun!

Thanks all!

[stillfrantic]

If they can mix up their own drinks nice and fresh, I've got a couple of questions. I like my beef really really fresh. Do you think they would mind if I brought a cow along? They could butcher it up nicely in the kitchen for me. I only eat steak occasionally, so I'll only need one piece, but it so much more economical to buy the whole cow. I save almost .37 cents per pound on the steak, and the rest the waiters could help the chefs wrap and package for me to take home. Oh my goodness, this will save so much over having to have the stockyard butcher it for me. If you brought your own tupperware, you might even get a cents off discount for taking a small portion home yourself.

[LAFFNVEGAS]

stillfrantic, back on page two orcrone asked ryansmemom to bring the cow in her mattress so we should have fresh beef, then later on I believe revneal gave the suggestion to slaughter the cow in one of the pools that we would drain. but then again since so many want to attend this wonderful cruise you better bring along an extra cow. We might need 3 or 4 more. Someone has already agreed to bring the chain saw for slaughter.

[Krazy Kruizers]

:) cactuslady

I love the idea of the Rockettes - some of HAL's shows haven't been up to par lately.

Speaking of par - when do we have the golf championship scheduled? Is it before after the wine tasting and BIG BBQ.

I have a couple of good drivers that if anyone doesn't behave themselves at the "party" I just might get "teed" off and let them have it.

Husband wants Barry Manilow and Billy Joel to accompany the Rockettes.

:)

[Krazy Kruizers]

:) Ziggy7

1000 people???

This a private party for just us HAL cc'ers. Once that chain saw is used to make a bigger room for flatwallet we can't accomodate anyone extra.

:)

[cactuslady]

:)
Husband wants Barry Manilow and Billy Joel to accompany the Rockettes.

:)
Oh oh, some of us would probably prefer that Barry Manilow accompany the alligator wrestler, but I'm staying out of THAT flame-fest. :eek:

[Krazy Kruizers]

:) stillfrantic

Where's the beef? I don't think we have enough.

You better bring that extra cow. Our private party has grown to about 60.

:)

[Ziggy7]

New Upgrades !!!!
Wait! Dont bring your old weber grill from home!
Just go here and have the new free one shipped right to the cruise ship!

http://www.myfreebbq.com/

[Vicar]

Orcrone

Hmmmm we have Bagpipe players, and accordian players, and a drummer, and some Irish step dancers , and I am working on getting a couple of cloggers .

Now we have the Rockettes and your alligator wrestler, and a juggler(hopefully he rides a unicycle while juggleing )

hmmmmmm this is turning into what Ed Sullivan would have called a Really Big Show *LOL*

This kind of star studded line up is just screaming for a big finale.

I am thinking a seal playing "Mary Had A Little Lamb" on a long row of horns.

[Ziggy7]

:) Ziggy7

1000 people???

This a private party for just us HAL cc'ers. Once that chain saw is used to make a bigger room for flatwallet we can't accomodate anyone extra.

:)


uh oh, too late! I already went on the Ed Sullivan show and invited past cc'ers to join us too! Oooopsie, better bring extra skeet bullets!

[Vicar]

Laffnvegas

Yes I will be poolside ( or should I say inside the pool) carveing up fresh beef to order with my trusty McCullough, So bring on the cows !!!!!

However if you could bring a Skil saw along.

A Chain saw is really too clumsy to carve out a nice petite filet mignon.

[Vicar]

Ziggy7

That is terrific.

I hope you invited Topo Gigio and Senor Wences.

Now that would be a show

[stillfrantic]

Is the chain saw used to enlarge the cabin the same one used for the cows? Sorry I didn't realize someone else was bringing a cow. We might not need that much. I'm feeling free range chickens on the Lido. Anyone else feeling the fresh eggs? Maybe they don't belong on the Lido deck, but maybe the Poop Deck, instead??

[Vicar]

Stillfrantic,


Well the Lido deck ia a little more open, hence lending credence to the term "Free Range" *LOL*

Hmmmmmm that is a good thought though. We will be needing two chain saws,

One for butchering and one for room expansions

[tammar]

Oh Boy!! I want to watch all of you check in at boarding. That would be the funniest thing I have ever seen on a cruise ship.

Must tell you though. I plan on hijacking the ship so we can go to the English Channel.
I really want my dover sole and with all that fishing equipment.

[ore-ee-gun]

OK, I'm in.... I'll bring a cow, but she's a milk cow - the kitchen tends to run out of full cream for the coffee after just a few days.... :rolleyes:

[Vicar]

Great
we can always use fresh cream for the coffee,

just keep her away from the make shift pool/slaughterhouse on the Lido deck.

*LOL*


Also just wondering about where to hang these babies after they are cut up

Are the Cabanas and Clamshells refrigerated?

[Nebraska Admiral]

Vicar
you hang em from the yardarm of course. If the ship soesn't have one, I will bring my sawmill and we can build one.

[Vicar]

Admiral,

Then this better be an Alaskan cruise , cause I think they will get a little nasty hanging out the in the Carribean.

[stillfrantic]

I figured out another way to save a bit. I hate paying those obnoxious tips, so I will bring my own servers. HAL would surely feed and house the help at no charge, right?

[gizmo]

Orcrone

Hmmmm we have Bagpipe players, and accordian players, and a drummer, and some Irish step dancers , and I am working on getting a couple of cloggers .

Now we have the Rockettes and your alligator wrestler, and a juggler(hopefully he rides a unicycle while juggleing )

hmmmmmm this is turning into what Ed Sullivan would have called a Really Big Show *LOL*

This kind of star studded line up is just screaming for a big finale.

I am thinking a seal playing "Mary Had A Little Lamb" on a long row of horns.You got another vote for the seal, but not as a finale.

I was wondering if the Whirling Dervishes are still performing. Imagine them whirling all over the place!

[stillfrantic]

Would they reduce our cruise fare by a certian amount if we promised not to watch any of the cruise provided shows?? Oh, cause the Cruise Critic Variety Hour sounds much better.

[Vicar]

If i may be so bold , I would like to Emcee this whole show. I do a pretty good Ed Sullivan impression.

Her let me show you.

Ladies and gentlemen right here on our stage we have Orcrone and Skippy, the wrestleing alligator ....

Lets here it for Orcrone and Skippy

(applause, applause, applause)


How was that? Sounded just like him huh?

[stillfrantic]

Oh yes, Vicar. We might even save a little extra(not enough for that $5 frozen drink, mind you, but a little) if we don't need the cruise director either. All for Vicar, say, "AYE!" All opposed say, "NAY!"

[Vicar]

All who say "NAY"

Just remember I am holding a chainsaw *LOL*

[RevNeal]

FOFLMHO

9 pages and still going strong. What a HOOT.
I'll never be able to walk through the Lido pool area without cracking a smile at the mental images evoked on this thread. Thanks!

[jhannah]

KK, I thought Barry Manilow was a Rockette! ;)

[cactuslady]

Orcrone
This kind of star studded line up is just screaming for a big finale.

I am thinking a seal playing "Mary Had A Little Lamb" on a long row of horns.
I used to have a 45 of the Singing Dogs barking "Jingle Bells," but alas it melted after sitting in the back seat of a car. (Maybe that was on purpose.) :(

[cactuslady]

I was wondering if the Whirling Dervishes are still performing. Imagine them whirling all over the place!
If not, we can book the Lippizaner Stallions. They can be stabled down on A deck, since we're all such snobs we would never book one of those cabins.

[Ziggy7]

If i may be so bold , I would like to Emcee this whole show. I do a pretty good Ed Sullivan impression.

Her let me show you.

Ladies and gentlemen right here on our stage we have Orcrone and Skippy, the wrestleing alligator ....

Lets here it for Orcrone and Skippy

(applause, applause, applause)


How was that? Sounded just like him huh?Wow I'm suprised! You really do sound like him !!!!
I vote AYE!

Can I be the sign girl for the wrestling match ????
I'm, a plus size but I think I still have a thong from my skinnier days that I could still squeeze into ! Please ....please.........

[LAFFNVEGAS]

I could try to round up the Cedar Rapids Accordion Aces which was an orchestra of about 24 accordions. They played a mean Tchaikovsky's No. 5 in E minor but then those who can't stand the stuffy classical music they also played songs from the Sound of Music and a few polkas and waltzs. The group has not been together since the very early 1970's but I am sure I could get them together espeicially for free cow meat.:eek: ( Yes, I cannot deny it, I was in this orchestra:p ) They were famous, they performed at the World's Fair in Osaka Japan in 1970.

[Krazy Kruizers]

:)

At the rate we are going with all the extra entertainment and equipment that we are all bringing on this cruise, we are definitely going to make use of that extra ship that Orcrone is brining along.

:D

[Orcrone]

If i may be so bold , I would like to Emcee this whole show. I do a pretty good Ed Sullivan impression.

Her let me show you.

Ladies and gentlemen right here on our stage we have Orcrone and Skippy, the wrestleing alligator ....

Lets here it for Orcrone and Skippy

(applause, applause, applause)


How was that? Sounded just like him huh?I said I'd bring the alligator wrestler. I'm not wrestling any alligators. I have a tough enough time with two teenagers.

[cactuslady]

I could try to round up the Cedar Rapids Accordion Aces which was an orchestra of about 24 accordions.
Sounds good. We'll need at least that many to be heard above the taps on the Rockettes' shoes, the barking seals, the crowing of the roosters, the chainsaws, and the screaming of Barry Manilow being eaten by an alligator.

[stillfrantic]

the taps on the Rockettes' shoes, the barking seals, the crowing of the roosters, the chainsaws, and the screaming of Barry Manilow being eaten by an alligator.
...tisk tisk tisk...and people here complain when others take their young children on a cruise because they can be disorderly at times........:D Do you really think Barry Maniow in stiletto heels will be quiet while being eaten by an alligator?

[Mary Ellen]

Do you really think Barry Maniow in stiletto heels will be quiet while being eaten by an alligator? Don't worry, we probably won't be able to hear Barry over the gas powered scooter that Ziggy7's DH is bringing.
Hubby wants to know if he can bring his gas powered scooter, he says when a man's on vacation he shouldnt have to walk over 50 feet to get to his food !

[gizmo]

Do you think we can dedicate a song to all the beer smugglers?

I am sure the Cedar Rapids Accordion Aces know "The Beer Barrel Polka".

Does anyone know if the Rockettes polka?

If the Aces played the Crocodile Rock for Skippy do you think he would know the difference? Maybe Barry Manilow could sing and change the words to Alligator Rock.


Cactus Lady, I don't think we can get the Whirling Dervishes. :( They are booked up with some belly dancers in Egypt. (Google was helpful with this). Let's go with your stallions. One problem. Someone will have to keep Skippy the Alligator clear of them.

[CaptData]

We've thrown the kids overboard, got the fishing gear, the electric what's its, booze, a band now let's see what else we need. Rev Neal can bless this mess. The Vicar can help him. Oh, yeah we need several room Service people to keep running for ice and ingridents.

Boy I hope they restock the ship with everything including lobster. They also have to let us have that Volcano Cake everyone talks about so I can try it.

[Vicar]

This show is coming along just great.

There is just one thing we ned that will really put it over the top.

A Beauty Pageant

THE MISS HOLLAND AMERICA PAGEANT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[stillfrantic]

This show is coming along just great.

There is just one thing we ned that will really put it over the top.

A Beauty Pageant

THE MISS HOLLAND AMERICA PAGEANT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Oh PLEEEEEZE...Can I be in it? I'm not over 80 & I'm not in a scooter. Do I qualify??

[cactuslady]

A Beauty Pageant

THE MISS HOLLAND AMERICA PAGEANT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
If the Rockettes are eligible, I'm not entering. :mad:

[Vicar]

Okay ladies I have been working out the details on this pageant


Ladies of all ages are welcome to participate

There will be Talent, Swim Suit, and Evening Gown competitions.

and a special addition A Volcano Cake eating competition. *LOL*

Contestants will also be judged on how they answer infamous randomly selected question they always ask at beauty contests.

There will be a selection of Miss Congeniality.

The winner will receive a lovely trophy suitable for throwing overboard *LOL*

Rockettes are NOT eligible to enter *LOL*

[gizmo]

Cactuslady, I am with you. The rockettes are enough. I see trouble brewing with the guys and this beauty pagent thing. :p Their eyes will be bulging and their tongs will be hanging out. :eek: Your stallions may have to drag them back to their cabins.
They can polka with the rockettes but we might need Skippy and the stallions to keep them under control.

[Krazy Kruizers]

:)

We will bring Frankie Yankovic and his accordian to play the Pennsylania Beer Barrel Polka!!

Roll out the barrel - we'll have a barrel of fun.

Oh Yeah!

Now we really need to have Orcrone's extra ship!!

:)

[Vicar]

I was thinking we could use Orcrones extra ship as livestock transport.

I mean we are going to be having a lot of cattle
chickens and pigs on that ship and just imagine all the room they will take up.

Not to mention the smell once we hit the balmy Carribean.

Better to keep them on their own ship and then have them tendered to the main ship as needed.

[Ziggy7]

I was thinking we could use Orcrones extra ship as livestock transport.

I mean we are going to be having a lot of cattle
chickens and pigs on that ship and just imagine all the room they will take up.

Not to mention the smell once we hit the balmy Carribean.

Better to keep them on their own ship and then have them tendered to the main ship as needed.
We better get the RevNeal to command this ark eeeeer I mean ship!

[Vicar]

Ziggy7


Good idea

I just hope that "ARK" detail doesn't take away from his duties as one of the judges for the Pageant

[tammar]

Beauty Pagent!!!! I want to be SIMON. LOL

[Ziggy7]

Wow I'm suprised! You really do sound like him !!!!
I vote AYE!

Can I be the sign girl for the wrestling match ????
I'm, a plus size but I think I still have a thong from my skinnier days that I could still squeeze into ! Please ....please.........

wellllllllllllllll ...... can I huh huh ........ can I .........

[flatwallet]

Twas the day of the sailing and all through the ship
The passengers were scurrying to find the right slip.
The crew were all standing in front of the boats
And, Wait a minute..it’s Revneal with two white coats.
The pax were lined up for roll call you see
And when their names called they answered with glee.
Here Vicar, Here KK, Here Orcrone and Sail7Sea
Uh oh what’s that you say..she’s not here to be?
Oh she’s resting her self from her Maasdam spree.
Here Cactus Lady, let’s get on with the show.
The ship she’s awaiting for the Captain to blow
The big horn and push from the row
Of piers and halyards cast off from below.
The pax all rested on deck now flying at sea
Out by the pool lies Superstein with the
Blender a running and making a brew
With ice, rum and good old Mountain Dew.
The peta people are here in a force
To protect those poor skeets from total remorse.
A protected species those skeets they cry
As more and more the skeets they do fly
It’s now time for the ladies to man the gun
Exalthim is vying to be the best one.
If your name was not called don’t get in a snit
This one finger typing is aching to quit.
Goodbye one and all and to all a good night.
May your cruises be merry and your trips a delight
From one who’s a leaving with a sailing in sight.

[Vicar]

FLATWALLET

*LMAO*

I LOVE IT !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

and not just because my name was mentioned in the poem *LOL*

[Vicar]

Ziggy7

Of course you are included

The pageant is open to ALL ladies

[Ziggy7]

Flatwallet,

I too love the poem ! Thanks! Of course it would have been much better if my name was in it but not all of us are perfect hehehehe, oooops did I say that !!!


Vicar,

No, No, No, I dont want to be in the pagent, I want to be the chick that walks around the wrestling rink with the round sign cards :) during the alligator wrestling match, ok ?????

[Vicar]

Ziggy7


Ohhhh
That will be fine .

Of course even if you are the card girl, you can still enter the pageant . We are always looking for a good fire baton twirler *LOL*

[alexMD]

...

Does the DirectTV man charge extra to install 190-channel satellite television in my cabin so I can watch "The Travel Channel" on my 72" plasma TV / 8 speaker surround sound home (ok... cruise) theater system?

Being there is OK I suppose, but nothing is as real as when you watch it on 72 inches of high-definition video.

http://www.jldr.com/strombeckoh.html

[Roadwork]

I would like to offer my services as a judge for the Beauty Contest. Do you think we could sneak in a couple of those rockettes or maybe get a belly dancer or two?

[RevNeal]

Flatwallet:

STANDING OVATION

Two white coats???
I usually wear black! It's slimming. ;)
hehehe

[Orcrone]

How could I have missed this one??!!!

I have to bring a big bungee cord so we can go bungee diving off the side of the ship. Just better make sure that we properly note which deck for each bungee cord, or we may go dunking instead of bungeeing.

[cactuslady]

Flatwallet --

Clap Clap Clap Clap Clap Clap Clap Clap Clap Clap Clap Clap Clap Clap Clap Clap Clap Clap Clap Clap Clap Clap Clap Clap Clap Clap Clap Clap Clap Clap Clap Clap Clap Clap Clap Clap Clap Clap Clap Clap Clap Clap Clap Clap Clap Clap Clap Clap Clap Clap Clap Clap Clap Clap Clap Clap Clap Clap Clap Clap Clap Clap Clap Clap Clap Clap Clap Clap Clap Clap Clap Clap Clap Clap Clap Clap Clap Clap Clap Clap Clap Clap Clap Clap Clap Clap Clap Clap Clap Clap Clap Clap Clap Clap Clap Clap Clap Clap Clap Clap Clap Clap Clap Clap Clap Clap Clap Clap Clap Clap Clap Clap Clap Clap Clap Clap :D

[gizmo]

CactusLady,
For a second or two I thought the CLAP, CLAP, were the seals!:D

Flatwallet,
Great poem!

[Ziggy7]

...

Does the DirectTV man charge extra to install 190-channel satellite television in my cabin so I can watch "The Travel Channel" on my 72" plasma TV / 8 speaker surround sound home (ok... cruise) theater system?

Being there is OK I suppose, but nothing is as real as when you watch it on 72 inches of high-definition video.

http://www.jldr.com/strombeckoh.html

hahahahahaa that link is soooooooo funny, makes you wonder who ever thinks of making a webpage of this stuff hehehehehe soooooooo funny!

[cactuslady]

CactusLady,
For a second or two I thought the CLAP, CLAP, were the seals!:D

Oh, I'm sure they're applauding too. Provided there is enough pickled herring in the Lido.

By the way, while researching for the other thread on whether turtle shell items are legal to bring back into the U.S., I learned that bringing in hunting trophies can be OK, provided certain requirements are met. We'd better bring along a taxidermist for the skeets we bring down. ;)

[stillfrantic]

Wait.....one of our party has the clap??? Quick, someone sign up to bring a gynecologist.

There must surely be a discount on the fare if you bring your own doctor.

[Krazy Kruizers]

:) flatwallet

Loved the poem.

Hope you have a great cruise.

:D

[Ziggy7]

Wait.....one of our party has the clap??? Quick, someone sign up to bring a gynecologist.

There must surely be a discount on the fare if you bring your own doctor.hahahaha I guess we are all going to need immunizations on this cruise !!!!!

[Vicar]

REVNEAL


I wondered what Flatwallet meant by that . I thought he meant you were being escorted to the ship by two men in White Coats *LOL*

[cactuslady]

Forget the doctors. The people we really, really need to bring along are bepsf's friends from the new "champagne" thread:

...someone is bound to send you a bottle of Champagne.

When my bosses go on big vacations, I always make sure that they have Champagne and flowers in their hotel awaiting them. So when I arrived in my suite on the Oosterdam there they were: TWO bottles of Champagne, a bottle of red wine and two trays of chocolate-dipped strawberries!

Isn't that why HAL gives you those little cards in your docs to hand out to your friends - so that they'll know how to order things for you?

[Vicar]

Cactuslady


yea where do you get friends like that?

Whenever I tell my friends I am going on vacation , they tell me to bring THEM stuff back *LOL*

I shouldn't totally say that. When I went on my honeymoon, the people at work sent us a beautiful fruit and food basket to our cabin

[RevNeal]

I thought he meant you were being escorted to the ship by two men in White Coats.

LOL ... could well be the case by Sept 25th.!!!!!!!
:D

[Ziggy7]

Anyone eat horse ????? They keep beating a dead horse on this discussion kids' dress codes (http://boards.cruisecritic.com/showthread.php?t=59327) LOL
Are chain saws good for a few bone cuts ????

[Vicar]

The kids dress code is very important

When I am on the sports deck, rifle in hand, and I yell "PULL" , I don't want to see those "skeets" in jeans and T shirts and sneakers.

It takes away from the sport


:) :) :)

[Ziggy7]

I thought thats what the white coats were for, you know the ones with revneal :)
Or is that the dress code for the informal nights ????
Also, would a pair of jean overhauls be consider jean pants ??? I do have a nice fur that works well with them :)

[cactuslady]

Also, would a pair of jean overhauls be consider jean pants ??? I do have a nice fur that works well with them :)
Let's start a thread about whether it would ok to wear fur on informal night! And does it depend on whether you're in the Caribbean, Alaska or near St. Petersburg? Can't wait to see some people weigh in on that. :eek: