I've booked!!! How am I gonna pay for it???

[wilma-bride]

Given that I am absolutely desperate to get back to Disney this summer, I have been exploring a few options.

Currently, it's looking as though we can get flights, a 3-night DCL cruise, 4 nights at CBR with free dining and a couple of nights stay at DVC accommodation for just under £2000. I actually think that's a pretty good price and have managed to persuade DH it is too.

Here's the catch - it just so happens that we don't have a couple of grand just lying around at the moment. I've got enough in savings to pay the necessary deposits but would need to save roughly £1500 in the next 3 months basically. If we went without any extras for the next 3 months (and I mean no takeaways, no magazines, books, new make up, clothes or any treats of any shape or form) I reckon we could do it.

But the question is, is it worth it? I know how badly I want it but would I be better off just saying 'We can't afford it this year', accept it and start planning for next year :confused3

[MorningGlory]

If you can sell it to the family, i'd go for it :)

[KayleeUK]

Joh

I am desperate to go this year too, but I know it isn't going to happen. So am waiting until the end of the year to book our trip for next year.

I don't know what to advise, but whatever your decision is it will be good either a holiday this year or next :hug:

[paulh]

have you booked the free ddp rooms? as most are going quick
Paulh

[wilma-bride]

have you booked the free ddp rooms? as most are going quick
Paulh

We have a reservation on hold with DU Paul :) We have until 25th April to decide.

[wilma-bride]

Joh

I am desperate to go this year too, but I know it isn't going to happen. So am waiting until the end of the year to book our trip for next year.

I don't know what to advise, but whatever your decision is it will be good either a holiday this year or next :hug:

That's the thing Kaylee, I know it makes sense not to stretch ourselves this year and, as DH says, it's not like WDW is going anywhere :rotfl: I ought to think myself lucky we've been twice in the last 8 months already - I just so badly want to do this and it may be our last chance to get away without the kids. Now listen, I'm trying to talk myself into it again :lmao:

[Boss Hogg]

Go on, get and book it. You may even be fortunate enough to bump into us while there - surely worth it:thumbsup2

[jen_uk]

Go for it!! When you know that you have a holiday booked you won't mind saving money for a few months. WDW may be there next year but you don't know what will happen in the next year, something could come up and stop you from going. If you can afford to go without getting yourself into masses of debt then I say go for it!

Live for the moment!

BOOK IT BOOK IT BOOK IT BOOK IT BOOK IT BOOK IT BOOK IT BOOK IT ;)

[wilma-bride]

Go on, get and book it. You may even be fortunate enough to bump into us while there - surely worth it:thumbsup2

Well, that's me decided then...


...think we'll leave it till 2008 :rotfl2:

[BRobson]

Oh I feel your pain :scared: I am in the same boat. One day just want to go for it but I know at the back of my mind it is not going to happen:sad1:

We have the problem of the kids being at school and being restricted to school holiday times.This is the first time in 12 years we have not been but on the upside it will be all the better when we get back next year.

[UKDEB]

Joh, I've been through exactly the same thing this year. I've lost count of the number of times I've said to Matt, "We just can't afford it, I'm going to accept that we're not going this year and be satisfied with all the times we have been able to go". Problem was, I just wasn't making the psychological jump. In my mind, I was still going. In fact, we were both the same - checking prices every day and trying to work out what we'd need to sacrifice to do it. As you know, we booked about 10 days ago and I feel that a huge weight has been lifted. I don't think I'd have been able to settle until the time we'd been hoping to go had passed - I'd have been in a constant state of agitation.

[AliceGardner]

I guess that I am the sole angel over your shoulder (sure are a load of wicked devils on your other shoulder :lmao: ).

IF it really does financially stretch you, then I wouldn't do it. I just couldn't do without the occasional treat (or treat for my little girl, Lucy) and what if something unexpected happens (major car breakdown, problem with the house or something similar) - would you still be ok or be in trouble? Especially if you have already been a couple of times in the last 8 months - is it really worth stretching yourself? Only you can answer that... :). How about planning for something early next year instead (giving you longer to save up?

Alternatively DCL cruise and CBR sounds expensive. Could there be cheaper ways of doing it - maybe flights and a villa or staying at a budget resort? Shop around a bit? Maybe a last minute deal? Wayneg seems to be the master at getting great deals - maybe he has suggestions?

Good of Luck with whatever you decide :cool1:
Alice

[Graeme]

I have to admit, I wouldn't go either. Three months in winter might not be a bad time to forego treats and such, but summer is a different thing.
It does seem a good price but there will be other times. Also, is it fair to keep telling the kids that they can't do stuff so that you can go on holiday without them?
Sorry if that's the wrong answer!:hug:

[fizz13]

Ooooh Joh, I am so the wrong person to ask, because no matter what it takes I will always get on that plane, now you throw in DCL and its a no brainer, if there is a way to pay for it then do it girl, you have to:dance3:

[mushumadness]

Hiya

I think its possible

its what we are doing now to save for this years trip with the girls and for the wedding in January, all I keep telling myself when I want to shop is that I will have a great time doing it in Florida instead

Good look with saving you can do it

[crabbie1]

Jo
I know the feeling.We only went November and said thats it till my DH finished uni in 3years!!!!! My god I cannot go 3 years without a mickey injection so have rallied around,done several car boots and things on ebay and made over £2000,plus our £2000 savings and we are going july for 2 weeks-alot dearer in the summer but only time DH off uni for 3 weeks togeather.
If it is going to make you get into debt it is not worth it as the debt will last a lot longer than the holiday.Its exciting planning the next trip anyway so if you book for next year it will still be exciting and you know how time flies.:woohoo:
Good luck with your decision though:disrocks: :disrocks: party:

[carolfoy]

Def do it Joh, whats a few mags, make up, takeaways? you can do all that when you get back. as lons as you're not going to get in debt for it then do it, little Daniels so small those memories will be so precious!
I have to go without all those luxuries permanently otherwise I'd never be able to go anywhere! it doesn't do me any harm.

[saratogagirl]

well you know what my opinion will be - Go Girl !

[Netty]

hard question to answer, but from my own experience,
we have 2 hols booked this yr, within 3 months of each other,the october one is to a wedding, we couldnt cancel the july hol, otherwise we would lose all our money, so we were resigned to going twice,even though we can't afford it, but its funny though that when determination kicks in, finding the extra money becomes easier! hope all this makes sense!!:rotfl:

[wicket2005]

I wouldn't do it if it is going to financially stretch you because you just don't know what is round the corner. Far better to save up and go when you have the money behind you.

As you know, Orlando is an expensive holiday with tickets and food, clothes on top of everything else and this is the money that adds up. The last thing I would want to do is go on holiday and be worried about the money all of the time.

A lot of people never get to go, some have a holiday of a life time and others get a bit addicted :guilty: . I would value the times you have had and save up.:) The time whizzs by so quickly.

[Sallieanne]

How about getting off the boards & sorting out some things to sell on Ebay - you'll be surprised how much you can make from unwanted clothes/dvds/ornaments etc. There's no time like the present as tomorrow is 10p listing day so get snapping - after all what else will you be doing with no money for a social life? :rotfl:

Good luck! If all else fails, what about one of those interest free credit cards & pay off over the next 9 months or so?:thumbsup2

[UKDEB]

We've made a couple of hundred smackeroos on eBay this week. 10p listing day is the day to list your high value stuff. :thumbsup2

[ely3857]

Have you decided yet Joh?

I reckon you and Gary could scrimp for the next three months and make it but it seems your not taking the kids? Would they be expected to get no treats for the next three months aswell even though there's no WDW at the end of it for them?

:)

Jodie

[Kevin Stringer]

Joh, you KNOW it's going to happen! Once you start thinking along the lines of 'I think we can do this.....' you've already lost the debate with yourself.

Tighten the belt a bit and get saving. I mean, you don't need to eat EVERY day surely? :rotfl2:

Kev

[Boss Hogg]

Joh, you KNOW it's going to happen! Once you start thinking along the lines of 'I think we can do this.....' you've already lost the debate with yourself.

Tighten the belt a bit and get saving. I mean, you don't need to eat EVERY day surely? :rotfl2:

KevQuite right Kev, and in August she gets to see WDW's greatest attraction - me and you:thumbsup2 :rotfl2:

[Kevin Stringer]

Quite right Kev, and in August she gets to see WDW's greatest attraction - me and you:thumbsup2 :rotfl2:

A fair point well made Sir!

Is that why people keep staring at us and pointing?

Kev

[Boss Hogg]

A fair point well made Sir!

Is that why people keep staring at us and pointing?

Kev
:lmao: :rotfl2: :confused3

[wilma-bride]

Have you decided yet Joh?

I reckon you and Gary could scrimp for the next three months and make it but it seems your not taking the kids? Would they be expected to get no treats for the next three months aswell even though there's no WDW at the end of it for them?

:)

Jodie

Jodie

No, they won't be expected to go without treats. I have allowed for them to still get their pocket money, although it has to be said they don't get a great many treats anyway. The girls are going to stay with their grandparents in August (their choice - although I can't understand what the grandparents have got that WDW hasn't :rolleyes: ). We would have taken Daniel but he seems to have his heart set on Great Yarmouth :rotfl: But to answer your question, the kids wouldn't suffer as a result of the cutbacks, no!

[ely3857]

Jodie

The girls are going to stay with their grandparents in August (their choice - although I can't understand what the grandparents have got that WDW hasn't :rolleyes: ). We would have taken Daniel but he seems to have his heart set on Great Yarmouth :rotfl:

Me thinks your not brainwashing the young un enough!

I also agree with many, your minds made up and the pre-planning has begun!

:)

Jodie

[wilma-bride]

Joh, you KNOW it's going to happen! Once you start thinking along the lines of 'I think we can do this.....' you've already lost the debate with yourself.

Tighten the belt a bit and get saving. I mean, you don't need to eat EVERY day surely? :rotfl2:

Kev

I know Kev - but then it's not me that needs convincing :rolleyes: I am still hoping to persuade Gary that it makes sense - to be honest, I think your skills of persuasion are needed in this instance ;) Only trouble is, now you've got me to give up smoking, I've lost what bargaining power I once had :sad2:

[ely3857]

Only trouble is, now you've got me to give up smoking, I've lost what bargaining power I once had :sad2:

Tell him you'll take it up again!

:surfweb:

Jodie

[KayleeUK]

Joh

How exciting :) Let us know what you decide and can you put me in your suitcase !

[DeborahS]

Your kids must be a lot more understanding than mine - I can't imagine them letting Stephen and me go to Disney without them. And to be honest if I put myself in their shoes I know I would be upset if my parents went without me.

I know that Disney isn't just for kids but I couldn't imagine going to Disney without my brood now that they are here (I could imagine going before they were born but it has taken this long to convince Stephen to go to Disney! :sad2: ). If I went without them I would feel so guilty.

If I was a kid (under the age of 18) I would be very upset if my parents went to Disney without me but maybe I am just selfish. :confused3 . Even if I was going to stay with my grandparents - give most kids the choice between a few weeks with the grandparents or a week or so at Disney with their parents...

Deborah

[florida sun]

I know how you feel Joh, No holiday for us this year as we have had one for the last 3 years and savings have now run dry, was hoping to plan for something next year, but Vickis college trip next year is to go to New York, on a photography course for 7 days, so I think all the saving this year will have to go towards that. The year after she will be 19, and I guess going to Magaluf with her friends,:rolleyes1 so I will then be on the Saga coach tours holidays on my own if you fancy it:rotfl:

[UKDEB]

Only trouble is, now you've got me to give up smoking, I've lost what bargaining power I once had :sad2:
You could always threaten to withhold certain 'favours'. :rotfl:

You and I have had this conversation before, hun, but no need to feel guilty about the kids. You and I know one another well enough to know that none of ours miss out.

[wilma-bride]

Your kids must be a lot more understanding than mine - I can't imagine them letting Stephen and me go to Disney without them. And to be honest if I put myself in their shoes I know I would be upset if my parents went without me.

I know that Disney isn't just for kids but I couldn't imagine going to Disney without my brood now that they are here (I could imagine going before they were born but it has taken this long to convince Stephen to go to Disney! :sad2: ). If I went without them I would feel so guilty.

If I was a kid (under the age of 18) I would be very upset if my parents went to Disney without me but maybe I am just selfish. :confused3 . Even if I was going to stay with my grandparents - give most kids the choice between a few weeks with the grandparents or a week or so at Disney with their parents...

Deborah

Deborah

I appreciate your sentiments, albeit that they are off topic ;) Without wishing to sound rude, I'm not about to begin to try and justify myself to you or anyone. Suffice to say, there will be plenty of opportunities in the future for the kids to go to WDW with us :)

[wilma-bride]

so I will then be on the Saga coach tours holidays on my own if you fancy it:rotfl:

Bit young for Saga myself Sue - but you're more than welcome to tag along to WDW with us and share our DVC hun :hug:

[florida sun]

Bit young for Saga myself Sue - but you're more than welcome to tag along to WDW with us and share our DVC hun :hug:

Thanks Joh:hug: I might take you up on that;)

[DeborahS]

Deborah

I appreciate your sentiments, albeit that they are off topic ;) Without wishing to sound rude, I'm not about to begin to try and justify myself to you or anyone. Suffice to say, there will be plenty of opportunities in the future for the kids to go to WDW with us :)

Oh no very sorry wasnt intending on being rude at all! just wondering if you had considered it or spoken to your kiddiewinks about it. The only person you ever have to justify yourself to is yourself.

I just know I would be upset but as I said I am a pretty selfish and self-centred person.

Deborah

[wilma-bride]

Oh no I wasnt intending on being rude just wondering if you had considered it or spoken to your kiddiewinks about it. The only person you ever have to justify yourself to is yourself.

I just know I would be upset but as I said I am a pretty selfish and self-centred person.

Deborah

My 'kiddiewinks' are 4, 13 and 14. Believe it or not, the 13 and 14 year olds, when told that there 'may be a chance' we would be going to WDW this summer both said that, while they would like to go, they wanted to see their Grandma and they are coming with us next year anyway.

The little one, having never been, doesn't really understand what he's missing - and would probably have as good a time (if not better) at the beach being spoiled by his grandparents. He has many years of WDW trips ahead of him, at an age where he will have a better appreciation of it :)

[DeborahS]

You have great kids :thumbsup2

I would go then - you don't know how long you have in this life so you should go out and enjoy it. Put it on the credit cards and worry about it later.

Deborah

[angel659]

Hi

Oh you must go as long it does not cause too many financial burdens. A few little extras being missed for a few months so you can go is worth it.

Dh and I trying to go in Nov with the children. As long as we can pay the mortgage and bills we can go without any special extras. It will be worth it when you walk into MK.

Go for it.

[jjpenguin]

Joh, you know you want to!!!

I know the feeling. And remember: if you can dream it, you can do it!!

I have lots of little bits of savings specially for moments like this..

[wideeyes]

I think it is possible, I am doing the same thing, every spare penny goes towards our holiday, my one treat is a Starbucks coffee once a week.

I have also sold clothes that my DD has out grown of on eBay, and that money goes straight on the holiday. I am selling some of my own designer items, I decided that my holiday is more important than owning ridiculously over priced jeans (plus I could get them for half the price in Orlando!:rolleyes: )

I also don't leave my holiday money in the bank, I pay it straight on the holiday, that way there is no temptation to order a pizza or buy a new top. even if it is just £50 it is payed on to the holiday.

[wicket2005]

I know that Disney isn't just for kids but I couldn't imagine going to Disney without my brood now that they are here Deborah

Snap, totally agree. My oldest is 18 now and away at university. When we decided to book for next year, we all held our breath because we desperately wanted him to come with us, he said 'yes' straightaway much to our relief. I know there will be a time when my sons don't want to come but at the moment I am so enjoying their company. It does make it a pretty expensive holiday though!

[Graeme]

I've changed my mind!!

If the kids don't mind, this thread would be entitled, 'I've Booked. How Am I Going To Pay For It?':thumbsup2

[jockey]

Go for it Joh! :) You don't need magazines, you can look at the gossip etc on line, as for the makeup, stock up on it when in Florida it's much cheaper ;)

[wilma-bride]

Thanks Graeme for the title :rotfl2:

The man from Del Monte, he say yes :banana: :banana: :banana:

I am a firm believer in fate and, having received a phone call from my bank this afternoon, offering me a credit card with 0% interest for 9 months, I spoke to hubby when he got home this afternoon. Seeing as I also got an Email from DU to say that there was now availability at the All Stars with the free dining for our dates, which would save us over $500, DH has now agreed and I have now paid the deposits on the cruise and the MYW package with dining. I was able to pay the deposits out of my savings which means I just have to put the balance on the credit card and I have 9 months to pay it off, although I'm hoping to pay it off sooner than that :thumbsup2

[angel659]

Thanks Graeme for the title :rotfl2:

The man from Del Monte, he say yes :banana: :banana: :banana:

I am a firm believer in fate and, having received a phone call from my bank this afternoon, offering me a credit card with 0% interest for 9 months, I spoke to hubby when he got home this afternoon. Seeing as I also got an Email from DU to say that there was now availability at the All Stars with the free dining for our dates, which would save us over $500, DH has now agreed and I have now paid the deposits on the cruise and the MYW package with dining. I was able to pay the deposits out of my savings which means I just have to put the balance on the credit card and I have 9 months to pay it off, although I'm hoping to pay it off sooner than that :thumbsup2

Congrats. Sounds fun. Now the fun starts...... planning :woohoo:

[Claire L]

Thanks Graeme for the title :rotfl2:

The man from Del Monte, he say yes :banana: :banana: :banana:

I am a firm believer in fate and, having received a phone call from my bank this afternoon, offering me a credit card with 0% interest for 9 months, I spoke to hubby when he got home this afternoon. Seeing as I also got an Email from DU to say that there was now availability at the All Stars with the free dining for our dates, which would save us over $500, DH has now agreed and I have now paid the deposits on the cruise and the MYW package with dining. I was able to pay the deposits out of my savings which means I just have to put the balance on the credit card and I have 9 months to pay it off, although I'm hoping to pay it off sooner than that :thumbsup2

:woohoo: Don't you just love those 0% rates :teeth:

Claire ;)

[natalielongstaff]

:woohoo: great news, im glad you booked it :)

[carolfoy]

well done Joh - if I wasn't in Canada I'd be coming too :thumbsup2

[saratogagirl]

fab news Joh, good for you honey

[tony64]

YOU....... YOU................. noughty little mare. I'd come round and smack you bottom if I didn't think you'd enjoy it.!

Why can't you be married to MEEEEEEEE.
I'm still trying to convince Theresa about the Nov. trip and that is only £750.
How do you do it!!!!!!!!:rolleyes1

Hope you have a great trip and I bet you are getting excited.:thumbsup2


On the down side don't forget the balance needs to be paid on the Oct cruise yet.:rolleyes:

[ely3857]

Let the planning begin :woohoo:

:surfweb:

Jodie

[KayleeUK]

Great news Joh :)

[saratogagirl]

Joh
The All Stars is very good, do you know which one you are going to, and a Disney Cruise, and free dining, I am so excited for you I could leak

[ely3857]

I am so excited for you I could leak

TMI Jules!

:lmao:

Jodie

[Chilly]

Great news Joh, I knew you'd book in the end!

[Madjock]

Joh, I didn't join in with the encouragement to book because well frankly I don't think many of us needs that much encouragement:lmao: Good for you on making the right decision :thumbsup2

Have a great trip and I look forward to reading the trip report on your return ;)

[wilma-bride]

Joh
The All Stars is very good, do you know which one you are going to

All Star Music Jules - it's a new one on us. We stayed one night at Movies last year but never been to ASMu.

I am so excited for you I could leak

You go ahead love :rotfl2:

[UKDEB]

Ooh, I think I may have just leaked. :lmao:

[Cyrano]

Only trouble is, now you've got me to give up smoking, I've lost what bargaining power I once had :sad2:
With the savings does this not help :) Otherwise I'm with the voices of reason and would hold off till next year.
I'm sure you'll be happy whatever you decide :)

[Boss Hogg]

Well done Joh - good on you!

You'll have to let us know what and when, and see if we can get together. A few drinks need to be imbibed somewhere I feel don't you?

How about drinks around the world at EPCOT? Ever done it before and succeded in getting all the way around? Surely Gary would be up for this?

[wilma-bride]

Well done Joh - good on you!

You'll have to let us know what and when, and see if we can get together. A few drinks need to be imbibed somewhere I feel don't you?

How about drinks around the world at EPCOT? Ever done it before and succeded in getting all the way around? Surely Gary would be up for this?

Definitely up for a night of drinking and debauchery Matt :thumbsup2

[Boss Hogg]

Definitely up for a night of drinking and debauchery Matt :thumbsup2Good girl!:thumbsup2 How about an afternoon, evening and night of drinking and debauchery? If something is worth doing:thumbsup2

[florida sun]

Way to go Joh, good for you:dance3: :dance3: :dance3: Now dont forget you said I can come with you:lmao: :lmao:

[crispywelsh]

Joh - Music is better than Movies in our opinion, especially if just you and Gary, it is quieter and more geared towards adults. Now me and Jules have a problem how can we win the lottery so we can drink around the world with you all. We think you will enjoy Music.

[Sallieanne]

Good luck! If all else fails, what about one of those interest free credit cards & pay off over the next 9 months or so?:thumbsup2


HOW SPOOKY!!! :scared1:
Have a fab time.:cheer2: Now all I need to do is mix a potion for me so our October Holiday comes quicker :stir:

[mark&sue]

Joh

What are your dates and which cruise are you going on?

You must be so excited.


Susan

[jen_uk]

Thats great news Joh! :banana: When do you go?

[wilma-bride]

Sue/Jen

We fly out on 20th, back on 30th - booked on 3-day Wonder leaving on 23rd August :)

[mark&sue]

Joh

I can't believe it. We are on the same cruise. We just have to meet up like last year. It is fate!


Susan

[wilma-bride]

Joh

I can't believe it. We are on the same cruise. We just have to meet up like last year. It is fate!


Susan

Definitely Sue - we'll see you on the ship then :rotfl: Are you staying at WDW before and after? How are you getting to the port?

[mark&sue]

We are staying at Saratoga Springs before and after the cruise. We are just taking the hire car down to the port and leaving it in the secure car park down there.

We are hoping to book Palos on the first night. Apparently you have to do it on line 70 days before you go, which for us I worked out to be a saturday june 9th and we have to do it at 8 o clock.

I don't think we will do any of the excusions at the Bahamas but just must go to the Hard Rock Cafe to add to our collection of glasses and t-shirts.

So excited that you will be there too. We used our DVC points for the cruise.



Susan

[carolfoy]

Definitely up for a night of drinking and debauchery Matt :thumbsup2
standard night out surely Joh?
:confused3

[jjpenguin]

Woohoo! Great news Joh

Planning time is the best time, except of course the time you are there;)

[wilmabride'sdaughter]

we dont care we are going to grandmas house hahaha!!!

[ilovepoohbear]

go on mum u should go for it
daniel will be with grandma and grampa and we will be at grandmas house

rhiannon x x x :)

[Chilly]

we dont care we are going to grandmas house hahaha!!!

go on mum u should go for it
daniel will be with grandma and grampa and we will be at grandmas house

rhiannon x x x :)

Haven't you got wonderful kids Joh?!?!

[wilma-bride]

Haven't you got wonderful kids Joh?!?!

They have their moments Claire - I do think the excitement about going to Grandma's has a lot to do with the fact that they get loads of sweets and treats there that they're not allowed at home - and they are allowed to stay up a lot later too ;) Coupled with the fact that they miss her terribly - after living with her for 18 months, I suppose that is to be expected - it is hardly surprising that they're so excited about going there.

But, yes, on the whole, they're pretty fantastic. They know they'll get their holiday to WDW again next year, although Rea has now said that I have to take her on a DCL cruise next summer :rolleyes:

[Chilly]

They know they'll get their holiday to WDW again next year, although Rea has now said that I have to take her on a DCL cruise next summer :rolleyes:


You sound really gutted about that Joh!

[UKMousefan]

I have been reading this thread with interest over the last couple of days, and now I'd like to comment.
To be honest I'm flabbergasted at the selfishness of the OP. The whole thread looked to me as though the OP was looking to justify yet another trip to WDW, and then in the end casually add in that none of her three children would be going on the trip!!
I'm sorry, I know I'm stepping on a few toes here, but I just had to say my piece.

[wilma-bride]

I have been reading this thread with interest over the last couple of days, and now I'd like to comment.
To be honest I'm flabbergasted at the selfishness of the OP. The whole thread looked to me as though the OP was looking to justify yet another trip to WDW, and then in the end casually add in that none of her three children would be going on the trip!!
I'm sorry, I know I'm stepping on a few toes here, but I just had to say my piece.

Welcome to the DIS UKMousefan - it's a shame that your first post here had to be a negative one :rolleyes:

[fizz13]

Hello Mousefan,

I do not want to put you off from joining our happy community but please take time to get to know people before you launch a personal attack, Wilma- Bride has been a loyal member here for a long time, and if you stick around, you will get to know all the personalities here, and realise that this was not the purpose of Joh's post at all. We are a very supportive warm bunch of people here on the uk boards, and hope that you choose to join us in the same spirit, welcome to the DIS.

Joh, they are lovely messages from your girls, doesn't sound like they will be missing out all, happy planning hun xxxx

[jen_uk]

I have been reading this thread with interest over the last couple of days, and now I'd like to comment.
To be honest I'm flabbergasted at the selfishness of the OP. The whole thread looked to me as though the OP was looking to justify yet another trip to WDW, and then in the end casually add in that none of her three children would be going on the trip!!
I'm sorry, I know I'm stepping on a few toes here, but I just had to say my piece.

That is way out of line! Joh is a fantastic mum and her daughters themselves have said that they do not want to go! I think she knows her children better than we do. This board is about booking trips to WDW which we all love so I'm sorry but it is not appropriate to call someone selfish for booking another trip. :sad2:

[UKDEB]

I'm going to close this thread. Joh will, I'm sure, be posting again very soon to update us with her plans. :thumbsup2