I'm back

[JohnnySharp2]

Hello all,

Well after officially retiring from the DIS several weeks ago I am back.
As ever with me it’s a long winded story…..I initially left as many of you will know because of health problems Joshua suffered on our flight last August – this meant a return to Florida seemed impossible.
Hence I guess I just lost that buzz of logging on to the Trip Planning Forum as we were about to cancel this year’s July holiday, there were other minor reasons too but this was the main one.
Apologies if anyone was wondering where I was - didn't seem right posting a 'I am leaving' type thread as I am not one for normally making a fuss.

I have been busy doing other things, new car on the way next Month, have been playing a bit of online virtual pool and naturally been busy at work plus looking after Josh too, have also been playing more snooker – I am a fairly decent player and used to play in a couple of leagues.
The pool thing was going really well, I found it relaxing and was having a lot of success too – however, it went pear shaped recently when I started for no reason getting terrible verbal abuse from people….I guess then it made me realise that the DIS was a much more friendly place to socialise etc

In addition we did not actually cancel the holiday after all, and decided to move it till March next year, when the weather will suit us a bit more.
We have looked at ways of dealing with the problems of the long flight, bearing in mind Josh is Autistic and unable to talk, plus the problem we had with his Epilepsy brought on by extreme tiredness on the flight last year(the first problem we have had for over 3 years).
The drug he takes to control this is given twice a day, however we feel by taking the second dose earlier we can hopefully avoid a re-occurrence.
We have also decided to fly PE both ways too, the extra comfort should help us a lot plus the vital factor of at least an extra hour in bed before we set off – flying PE means we can arrive at the airport later. A new Portable DVD player with 9 hours of battery life is coming with us too.
We were actually a bit crafty, by going on the 14th March 2008 we actually saved £300 each , as the prices go up on the 15th.
No real plans on accommodation yet, first night will definitely be at the Hyatt Airport hotel with possibly a few nights at Beach Club villas, a few days in Miami/Fort Lauderdale and a Kissimmee villa too.

I would just like to say special thanks to – Carolfoy, Florida Sun, Kristieuk, Isla Bonita, Mrs Doubtfire, julieannbabe, pootle, paul sheps, acr4bbe but not least pesky Pokemon_master for all the pm’s whilst I have been ‘away’.

Hopefully this will be the last time I need to write a speech like this again. :)

NB - if the 'tag fairy' could return my tag to the orange colour I would be grateful.

[KayleeUK]

Welcome Back - I wondered how long it would take LOL!!!

[saratogagirl]

welcome back Johnny, it is wonderful to see you back here, the planning board hasn't been the same without you.

[kristieuk]

Great to see you're back Johnny. Great news about the holiday too :goodvibes

[Netty]

welcome back Johnny, it is wonderful to see you back here, the planning board hasn't been the same without you.

I agree! welcome back Johnny, glad you have sorted out your holiday:thumbsup2i have been wondering where you were, you have been very much missed on here!!
Now get over to the trip planning board and answer my thread on villas!!:rotfl: :thumbsup2

[JohnnySharp2]

I agree! welcome back Johnny, glad you have sorted out your holiday:thumbsup2i have been wondering where you were, you have been very much missed on here!!
Now get over to the trip planning board and answer my thread on villas!!:rotfl: :thumbsup2

Already have - pm me if you need any help ;)

[pokemon_master]

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Welcome back "Uncle" Johnny!!

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It's so nice to have you back where you belong once again, and even better that you have a plan on how to go back to Florida. It's so great that, in a couple of months time, your problems will be solved and you can continue to enjoy Disney once more.. :goodvibes

Having your face around here more often is more good for you than you could possibly imagine Uncle Johnny.. There are so many people here that are all kind, sweet and thoughtful. If you do ever feel bad or if you need any assistance we are always here for you Uncle Johnny. Love comes from the weirdest places sometimes :goodvibes (bet you were thinking that when I PMed you huh??? ;) )

Have you been a good "Uncle" while I've been away?? I've been a good "nephew", honest!!! :teeth: I hope my "Cousin" is being nice to you Uncle Johnny, and take care! See you around; hopefully on here more often!!! :goodvibes

[JohnnySharp2]

Thanks for the kind words dear boy - knew you would be chuffed.

It's actually March 2008 mate - we are having a year off this year. :)

[pokemon_master]

Thanks for the kind words dear boy - knew you would be chuffed.

It's actually March 2008 mate - we are having a year off this year. :)

Woops.... :rotfl2: Must get my glasses checked... ;)

There is so much that you've missed Johnny.. But I won't tell you all about that.. ;)

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Well, perhaps one gem for you.. :teeth:

Click "View Profile" under your name.. Pretty sweet huh?? :) You should see what people have done.. :goodvibes I'm famous for having a hula dancing Pikachu on mine... :rotfl: :rotfl2: :lmao:

[pokemon_master]

(sorry for continueing to hijack the thread; remembered something...)

Carol's my second mother now... :lmao: Long story.... :teeth:

[jns]

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Great to see you on the boards again
you have been missed

[wideeyes]

I am really glad that you are back, the DIS is really not the same without you.

[acr4bbe]

Welcome back :cool1:

[florida sun]

Welcome back Johnny:wave2:

[mandymouse]

:banana: :banana: :banana: Hey Johnny's back, now that calls for a banana boogie:banana: :banana: :banana:

It's lovely to have you back :)

[Sunny Soph]

Welcome back!
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[wils]

Good to see you again

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[lexie32]

Welcome back Johnny:thumbsup2

[natalielongstaff]

great to have you back with us johnny, lets get those bananas out :thumbsup2

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[Lisash]

:banana: :banana: Welcome back Johnny :banana: :banana:

[BRobson]

welcome back

[jen_uk]

Welcome back!!

I think a banana boogie is called for!! :banana: :banana: :banana: :banana: :banana: :banana:

[slinky101]

welcome back, wondered where you were?:banana: :banana: :banana: :banana: :dance3: :yay: :cheer2: :cheer2:

[carolfoy]

:love: am sooooo happy to see you back babe, have really missed you. :grouphug: I hope it doesn't seem like too long a wait until next march, but if it does you could always consider a wee trip to cornwall this summer!
I had p.m's from some DISsers from the states asking after you, they mentioned that they always looked out for your posts on villas and developments as you are always so knowledgeable and helpful. So bear in mind, you have been missed by many more than you know.

I'm sorry to hear that you had trouble from people on the pool circuit - I guess some people really need the Disney love in their lives.
and fingers crossed the new medication and routine will work for Josh

and I'm going to sneak a wee banana in now so close your eyes...:banana:
(my 'adopted' son Matt has been keeping us busy since you've been gone.)

[Tron[ADS]]

WB Johnny. Actualy I missed when you "retired", so I didnt actualy know why or where you had gone....I was going to ask Jase next week when I was back at Lytham if he had heard from you.
We are in the process of booking for March 2008 also.

[JohnnySharp2]

Hi thanks everyone for the replies,

It's good to be back, I didn't actually post a leaving thread when I first decided I would leave the DIS - just seemed like drawing attention to myself, hence a few people were no doubt wondering where I was.
As I said it was purely because of Joshua's health on our last holiday, but we really feel there are things we can do to stop a repeat - still fancy a year off to be honest so will look forward to 2008.

Just a shame the banana's are still around :)

Carol - your'e adopted son Matt is my 'adopted nephew' - hence the 'Uncle Johnny' references.
I have a few friends from the states so it's nice they look out for me - though perhaps not so good that they wondered where I was...
There is a good chance we will be visiting Plymouth in the summer as that is where Julie's mum lives so you never know.

Tron - I speak to Jase occassionally on the phone and we email each other now and again usually football related.

Anyway , I am back to stay now.

[Goofyish]

Welcome back Johnny :yay:

[angel659]

Hi

Its nice to have you back. :hug:

I was wondering the other day that I have not noticed you on here.

Some people are nasty and thats one thing I hate about the Xbox. You get abusive people on there as well. I love this site. Everyone is friendly and its great to chat to people with the same interests as you.

I hope Joshua is ok and this next trip sounds perfect. Good luck and enjoy your planning.

Welcome back. :thumbsup2

[Spook]

Anyway , I am back to stay now.

That's great news Johnny, so you know that it calls for :banana: :banana: :banana: . I wasn't around in January myself but when I checked the Dis I noticed that you were 'missing'.

Jan

[Ali and boyz]

welcome back :banana: although shows you how much attention I paid because I also missed your retiring party :laughing:

glad you have decided to have another go and hopefully things will go better for you next time re the flight.

we also panic a bit re David because our first flight since his accident was horrific but we had a good experience last year although it doesn't stop the worry leading up to the flight. I can totally understand where you are coming from especially re the flights times and med. we would love to try FC but they take off at 9 which when you have medical need can't be done.

and........... maybe you were just to good at pool for these other people and they were jealous ::yes:: ::yes::

[Merylj]

:cool1: :cool1: So pleased you have returned! :banana: :banana:

[sharon78]

Welcome back,nice to see your name back on the boards :)

[mark&sue]

So glad to see you are back. You have always been so helpful and knowledgable about stuff.

I like watching your signature change too.

Welcome back and of course these boards are just so adictive.

Susan

[pokemon_master]

(my 'adopted' son Matt has been keeping us busy since you've been gone.)

:teeth:

How many times can one say "It's great that your back" before the feeling goes???? :scratchin:

It's great that your back, It's great that your back, It's great that your back, It's great that your back, It's great that your back, It's great that your back, It's great that your back, It's great that your back, It's great that your back, It's great that your back, It's great that your back, It's great that your back, It's great that your back, It's great that your back, It's great that your back, It's great that your back, It's great that your back, It's great that your back,

Nope still there!!!!! ;) :rotfl2:

[ely3857]

Hiya Johnny :wave:

:welcome: Back

:yay:

Jodie

[stubb]

hi johnny

could you tell me where you are getting your dvd player from? our son alex has downs and these dvd players are a life saver i havent seen one that has that much battery power.

thanks

michelle

[jockey]

Johnny - Great to see you back!

[JohnnySharp2]

hi johnny

could you tell me where you are getting your dvd player from? our son alex has downs and these dvd players are a life saver i havent seen one that has that much battery power.

thanks

michelle

Hi Michelle,

We actually bought ours off eBay - it's a SHINCO 10.2" screen.
Unfortunatley (sorry if I mislead you) we actually have 3 batteries each lasting approx. 3 hours.

I have seen player's that have 5 hour batteries. Amazon.co.uk is also a good place to try.

[Madjock]

Glad to see you back Johnny.

[Minniespal]

Welcome back Johnny:)

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[Chilly]

Good to see you back on the boards! Just for you no banana...

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[Ware Bears]

Good to see you back Johnny :banana: :banana: :banana: :banana: :banana:

I always enjoy looking out for your new signature photo too.

[Queenie]

Great to see you back mate!

[Lizzy Lemon]

Johnny - so glad to have you back.:banana: (Sorry just had to do it) Having a child on the autistic spectrum (albeit in the diagnostic stage at the moment) I know I've got someone to pose a question to with regard to special needs. Having never been long haul before and only short haul twice its all new to us. I'm so glad you are able to go back to Disney again but sorry you feel you have to return to these boards as some idiots cannot be sociable with your pool playing.

Its lovely to hear news about Josh as well so keep us informed please.

[JohnnySharp2]

Johnny - so glad to have you back.:banana: (Sorry just had to do it) Having a child on the autistic spectrum (albeit in the diagnostic stage at the moment) I know I've got someone to pose a question to with regard to special needs. Having never been long haul before and only short haul twice its all new to us. I'm so glad you are able to go back to Disney again but sorry you feel you have to return to these boards as some idiots cannot be sociable with your pool playing.

Its lovely to hear news about Josh as well so keep us informed please.

Thanks Wendy - and once again everyone else that has responded.

To be honest quitting the stupid pool game is the best thing all round, getting all these 'welcome back' messages makes me realise I am back where I belong, their loss.
Sometimes you just need some internet interest, I suppose I was look for something different - not any more. ;)

[Tinker74]

Welcome back Johnny!:yay:

I did wonder you had gone...and missed Josh's pictures. I know what you mean about other sites....there are NONE that are as friendly as this one.:)

[Giddy Kipper]

WELCOME HOME JOHNNY...i always read your posts :surfweb: So much information needs to be shared.............