Our End of Summer Ritual UPDATED!!!! 8/24/07 – Going Home :-(

[jcc0621]

We are 12 days out, the itinerary is tweaked as much as it can be tweaked, all of our ADR's are made - so what is a girl to do to wile away the time between now and August 14th? Why start a Pre-Trip Report

After reading so many great pre trip and trip reports, I thought I’d give it a shot. This probably won't be up to the caliber of Princess V, Lauralee131, DisneyJo, Disneyland Mamaa, Nebo and so many others out there, but what the heck I'll give it a try/

I will start, as seems to be standard protocol with the introduction of the cast:

Me (jcc0621) – I don’t have a particular favorite Disney Character, I just LOVE all things Disney.

DH (Scrooge McDuck):scared: – I figured since most people call their non-Disney spouse Grumpy (which is really DH’s favorite character) but I wanted to be different, so Scrooge it is.

DS (Stitch):stitch2: – Is 3 ½ but will be celebrating his 4th birthday at the world. My little thrill seeker is tall enough to ride BTMR and Splash Mountain, and this is all he has been talking about for weeks.

DMom and DDad : Keep reading for their bio's:)



Our trip is August 14th -24th
14th-19th @ POP
19th - 24th @ Mom & Dad's

Some History:

I took my first trip to WDW when I was 9 years old. That trip included my DDad, DMom, Dbrother, and me. We :car: from Philadelphia, stopped in South Carolina overnight, and continued the drive to WDW. At that time only Magic Kingdom existed. We stayed at the Contemporary for 2 nights and 3 days and I thought that the Magic Kingdom was the most glorious place I had ever seen. I was right! We returned again in 1981 (CR), 1986 (off site). In 1990 my parents went to visit my DUncle who was living near Disney. (I had just graduated college and started a new job and had no vacation time to go with them) My DBrother and DSIL went with them. While there they bought a house next door to my Uncle-Surprise!. I now had a place to stay when I wanted to go to Disney!:cool1:

They made settlement in 1991 and so began the yearly trips to Disney. I have only not gone 2 years during this time period: The 1st is when the policy for taking vacation was changed at work and I had to save time for my wedding/honeymoon. The second is when I was pregnant with Stitch.

Scrooge took his first trip in October, 1996. He is a middle school teacher :teacher: , who at the time was also working part-time at the local community center. As part of the 25th anniversary celebration with the boys & girls club, Disney paid for 25000 Boys and Girls Club Members and their chaperones to attend a special celebration. DH and 1 other counselor chaperoned 12 6 – 12 year olds :eek: . We starting dating 1 month later and he has been to Disney every year since (except for the 2 years as listed above.

Stitch took his first trip in my tummy. I actually took a pregnancy test in December, 2002 while Scrooge and I where visiting my parents (Merry Christmas Daddy!) He has visited at 11 months, 23 months, 35 months, and this coming trip – he will be 1 week shy of his 4th birthday. He is tall enough to ride many of the rides now. He is very excited about Splash Mountain and BTMR, but is not so sure about Kali River Rapids or Dinosaur. We are going to let him decide if he wants to ride these once we are there. I hate to see kids that are scared to death and parents forcing them to ride

DMom and DDad : Ages 71 and 78 respectively. As I mentioned earlier they bought a house in FLA in 1991 and moved there when they retired. DMom is a CM at Artist Point and DDad is a CM at Wide World of Sports. I am mentioning them because they will play a big part in this little drama. As CM’s they get us into the parks for free and some awesome discounts on food and merchandise :woohoo: They will play a part in this TR because they will be joining us for some fun and adventures.


Here a picture of the whole crew
http://i180.photobucket.com/albums/x262/jcc0621/TheFloridaCrew1.jpg

On the next episode I will give you some history of how this trip came about

[Disneyland_Mama]

Yay, Janet!!! :cheer2: It starts, and I am first!! :woohoo:

Looking forward to reading this and stalking you in Epcot. :teeth:

[KathyRN137]

Oh poops! I wanted to be first!

And it's about time you started a report, sheesh! :hourglass

Janet, I think that Ed and I may have met your Dad this past January when we went to the WOS to pick up our Marathon Weekend packets! He looks so familiar!

Kathy

[TEminnie]

Hello Janet! Great start! We like pics too and updates of packing/purchases! And of course, any monument building--hey you can make a luggage monument! :rotfl2:

[dreamn_Disney]

Hi Janet, I would have at least read it but since we were ordered to include intelligent conversation as well I will now post.:thumbsup2 This is my contribution to intelligent conversation. :thumbsup2 Shoo:scared: that wasn't as hard as I thought it would be. Seriously though love the first post and nice to see the faces involved.

[cmp1111]

Hi, Janet, I'm here! (I would have come without TE's orders, but I'm also trying to be a good TFWer.)

Nice picture! I'm jealous about how many trips you've had! Oh, and the free stuff from parental CM's doesn't help... :rolleyes1

Great start!

C.E.

[PaMom001]

Subscribing. :cool1:

[PrincessV]

Well, color me happy - A Pre-Trippy that starts less than 6 months before the trip!:rotfl:

Not that there's anything wrong with that. :rolleyes1

This is gonna be good, I can tell. :thumbsup2

[jcc0621]

Yay, Janet!!! :cheer2: It starts, and I am first!! :woohoo:

Looking forward to reading this and stalking you in Epcot. :teeth:

Note to self watch out for stalkers:cool2:

Oh poops! I wanted to be first!

And it's about time you started a report, sheesh! :hourglass

Janet, I think that Ed and I may have met your Dad this past January when we went to the WOS to pick up our Marathon Weekend packets! He looks so familiar!

Kathy

That quite possible was him. He always works the marathon and says what fun it it is. :thumbsup2 Thanks for stopping in.

Hello Janet! Great start! We like pics too and updates of packing/purchases! And of course, any monument building--hey you can make a luggage monument! :rotfl2:

Thanks O Fearless Leader:thumbsup2

Hi Janet, I would have at least read it but since we were ordered to include intelligent conversation as well I will now post.:thumbsup2 This is my contribution to intelligent conversation. :thumbsup2 Shoo:scared: that wasn't as hard as I thought it would be. Seriously though love the first post and nice to see the faces involved.

SInce when is intelligent conversation a requirement:confused3 If that's the case I should cancel my membership:rotfl:

Hi, Janet, I'm here! (I would have come without TE's orders, but I'm also trying to be a good TFWer.)

Nice picture! I'm jealous about how many trips you've had! Oh, and the free stuff from parental CM's doesn't help... :rolleyes1

Great start!

C.E.

Thanks! We all must listen to our fearless leader (wait a minute I am starting to sound like a suck up - WHERE IS DISNEYDAD99??????)

Subscribing. :cool1:

Thanks!:thumbsup2

Well, color me happy - A Pre-Trippy that starts less than 6 months before the trip!:rotfl:

Not that there's anything wrong with that. :rolleyes1

This is gonna be good, I can tell. :thumbsup2

I wasn't sure if I was going to do one, but now that everything is pretty much planned, etc I got bored:rotfl:

Thanks to everyone for stopping by. I will have another installment up tonight. (Hopefully, we have been having internet issues at home:sad2: )

TTFN

[jcc0621]

“I” started planning this trip when I returned from last year’s trip. We always go in August. DH is a :teacher: and has to be back to work the Tuesday after Labor Day. We did July once, and will never do that again, only because of the Tour Groups. Right after Labor Day I pulled out the calender and called my mother and told her that we wanted to come down August 11th to the 24th. We were going to drive down like we always do, so we always tack 2 days to the front and 2 days to the back end of our trip.

In February during a snow storm (our only one this year I think) I was playing around on the :surfweb: when my yahoo travel best fares module popped up and announced that they had airfare to Orlando for $103.00 round trip. I checked it out but wasn’t too hopeful because those deals are usually for travel within a certain time period and NEVER for when I want to go. I checked out and they actually had this price for the time we wanted to go. :cool1: I spoke to DH and we decided to go for it (having never traveled by plane with a child before this should be interesting). Before I can book I have to make a call to mom and dad. Here is the brief version of this conversation: Me: Dad its Janet. Dad: Hi. Me: Quick Question for you. If we fly down this year can we use your or mom’s :drive: to go back & forth to the parks? Dad: Sure, no problem. Me: Great, I am going to book the flight. We hang up the phone. I get back online and book 3 roundtrip tickets direct to MCO for $117 per ticket (after taxes and all those other fees they put on). We are all set.

Shortly after I hit the confirm order on the ticket purchase the phone rings, it is dad. Dad: Jan, its daddy. Me: Hi Dad, what’s up? Dad: Do you guys want to stay on property this year? We can get you the CM discount. Me: Hmmmmm. Let me talk to Scrooge and I will get back to you. (hang up). Me: Hey Scrooge, Dad wants to know if we want to say on property this year. Scrooge: How much? (see the name fits) Me: Depends on where we stay, but we can get a 40% discount off value season rates. We talked some more, figured out the numbers, and decided we could afford to do 5 days at POP. Called Dad back, he gave me the info to book online through the cast portal. So we are booked for 5 days at POP, August 14th – 19th:cheer2: and then we will be staying at Mom & Dad’s the 19th -24th (We did it this way because we have never had DS in a hotel, so we want to see how things go before doing a whole 2 week trip with him).

After all of the phone calls back and forth things settled down for about a week. I was only planning on doing one character breakfast for DS (as we did last year) and because we were staying at mom & dad’s we always ate there or on 192 somewhere and would just do CS. (I know, I know----:scared1: )

About a week or after this I discovered the Dis, thanks to another site. Boy did I realize pretty quickly that by staying onsite I needed to make more plans and ADR’s. The first thing I did was go buy the UG and passporter. I also subscribed to DLMama’s lover, TGM. Boy is that site a HUGE help when planning a trip, especially if you are an uber planner. One thing I learned last year with DS is to do the MK after we have done all the other parks, because for him nothing else measures up to MK. So after pouring over the UG and TGM this is the schedule that I came up based on TGM’s best days and EMH tips:

8/15/07 – Epcot
8/16/07 – MGM
8/17/07 – AK
8/19/07 – MK
8/20/07 – Check out of Pop/Go to Mom & Dad’s
8/21/07 – Sea World
8/22/07 – MK
8/23/07 – MK
8/24/07 – Fly Home :sad1:

Of course we all know that this won't be the FINAL plan:rolleyes1

Now it's time to say goodbye to all our company.....

TTFN

[TEminnie]

Hi Janet, I would have at least read it but since we were ordered to include intelligent conversation as well I will now post.:thumbsup2 This is my contribution to intelligent conversation. :thumbsup2

(I would have come without TE's orders, but I'm also trying to be a good TFWer.)


HeHeHe.......I feel the power!!:rotfl2:


Thanks O Fearless Leader:thumbsup2
Anytime!



SInce when is intelligent conversation a requirement:confused3 If that's the case I should cancel my membership:rotfl:
Ok, ok.....we'll lower the standards cause I think we've scared off DDad! So, just plain conversation is ok.....just no lurking.....if ya look, ya gotta say hi.......cause it's only polite!



So, are you flying US air?? That's a good ticket price.

[jcc0621]

Flying Air Tran:thumbsup2

I am going to go yell at DDad now

[Goofyluver]

And I'm all caught up! I know you were waiting for me! ;) Great start!! And your hubby looks like a DISser! I don't remember his name...but he has a TR!

[Disneydad99]

Otay Here I am ...You can continue posting!!!!

Loved the Pic of the Whole Gang...& an Insider at Disney.....Hey we could use one of those...I will stop by & say hey When we are there!!!


BTW!!!


Disneydad is in the House!!!!!


:cool1: :cool1: :cool1: :cool1: :cool1: :cool1: :cool1: :cool1: :cool1:








:love:

[KathyRN137]

That's wonderful about the ultra-fabulous CM discount! :banana: :banana: :banana: Oh, and we used TGM for the first time last year and let me tell you, that man is worth his weight in gold! :rotfl:

Kathy

[DisneyJo]

Hi Janet :wave2: Just marking my spot so I can read it when I get home :goodvibes

[Lauralee131]

Hey Janet! I'm in too!! :thumbsup2 And thanks for the shout out!!!:hippie:

[PaMom001]

Disneydad is in the House!!!!!

Oh Joy!

[jcc0621]

Hey Janet! I'm in too!! :thumbsup2 And thanks for the shout out!!!:hippie:
:wave2:

Hi Janet :wave2: Just marking my spot so I can read it when I get home :goodvibes
:wave:

And I'm all caught up! I know you were waiting for me! ;) Great start!! And your hubby looks like a DISser! I don't remember his name...but he has a TR!

Nope, not a Diser. Actually he thinks (like Tracy;s family) that I have joined some kind of cult:rolleyes:

Otay Here I am ...You can continue posting!!!!

Loved the Pic of the Whole Gang...& an Insider at Disney.....Hey we could use one of those...I will stop by & say hey When we are there!!!


BTW!!!


Disneydad is in the House!!!!!


:cool1: :cool1: :cool1: :cool1: :cool1: :cool1: :cool1: :cool1: :cool1:








:love:

It's about time, I was starting to get a complex.:cool2:

That's wonderful about the ultra-fabulous CM discount! :banana: :banana: :banana: Oh, and we used TGM for the first time last year and let me tell you, that man is worth his weight in gold! :rotfl:

Kathy

Or at least the $19.95:rotfl:

Thanks everyone. I am going to take some pics of the pile o crap that I haven't started packing yet:scared: and some of the T-shirts I have bought or made to poast in the next chapter or so.

[SINYMom]

Subscribing :)

[Disneyland_Mama]

Oh Joy!

:lmao:

[jcc0621]

Subscribing :)

:welcome: Thanks for dropping by

[MissMichelle]

Loving the pre trippie....but I WANT CM PARENTS!!! WAHHHHHH Can I borrow yours??? hahaha

The clock is ticking and your trip is getting REALLY close! Can't wait to read on!

[PrincessV]

Scrooge: How much? (see the name fits) Me: Depends on where we stay, but we can get a 40% discount off value season rates.
NICE discount! :thumbsup2

About a week or after this I discovered the Dis, thanks to another site. Boy did I realize pretty quickly that by staying onsite I needed to make more plans and ADR’s. The first thing I did was go buy the UG and passporter. I also subscribed to DLMama’s lover, TGM.
Just call us your friendly enablers... :rolleyes1

[Disneydad99]

Tapping Fingers Waiting for the Pics & an Update!!!:goodvibes



popcorn::

[TEminnie]

popcorn::
Want some??

[jcc0621]

popcorn::
Want some??

Tapping Fingers Waiting for the Pics & an Update!!!:goodvibes



popcorn::

Patience young Jedi's. :ewok: I will post after Stitch is in bed, around 9:00 - 9:15.

[jcc0621]

Loving the pre trippie....but I WANT CM PARENTS!!! WAHHHHHH Can I borrow yours??? hahaha

The clock is ticking and your trip is getting REALLY close! Can't wait to read on!

Welcome! 10 Days to go:cool1:

NICE discount! :thumbsup2
::yes::


Just call us your friendly enablers... :rolleyes1
:laughing: Cheaper than a shrink:upsidedow

[TEminnie]

Patience young Jedi's. :ewok: I will post after Stitch is in bed, around 9:00 - 9:15.
It's 9:00 somewhere!

My child is putting a straw under her armpit and making disgusting noises with it....I think it's time for her to go to bed too!

[Disneyland_Mama]

Now would that be 9pm eastern or pacific? :rolleyes1

[jcc0621]

Now would that be 9pm eastern or pacific? :rolleyes1

It's 9:00 somewhere!

My child is putting a straw under her armpit and making disgusting noises with it....I think it's time for her to go to bed too!

10 minutes. Just have to add some pics

[jcc0621]

This is going to be in 3 parts: Told you all to be patient:goodvibes

In the midst of all of this, mom & dad decide they are going to come home for a visit. My one nephew is making his confirmation and is graduating 8th grade, my other nephew is graduating high school, and my aunt (DDad’s sister) is having her 80th birthday. All of these thing are happening in the span 2 months, so they decide they are going to come visit in May and celebrate everything at one time, even though they aren’t for weeks away. Whatever. I hear they are coming home, my first thought is they are driving, they can take things back with them (mom drives up, dad flies). Everyone knows what that means right – IT’S TIME TO SHOP! :woohoo:

So I started by making my list of everything we would need that I could send down with mom in the car (i.e. non-perishable stuff). I then hit the $ store, which in my case is inappropriately names – it should be the $30 Store, because I never get out of there spending less than that :scared: So I go walking through the dollar store and I find an over the door shoe rack, a pop up hamper, some travel size toiletries, poncho’s, and whole bunch of other stuff that I can’t remember. I then go to CVS and pick up Advil, pepto, tums, bandaids, children’s Tylenol, OTC Clairitin for Stitch and all the other things for the emergencies that thankfully usually never occur. I also get shampoo, deodorant, toothpaste, travel toothbrushes. I get home and I pack all of this lovely stuff up in a duffle bag to give to mom to take back with her (less stuff I have to pack!). The best part is the duffle bag will be our extra bag for souvenirs and stuff coming home

I then went to Target and got a $10 umbrella stroller for those late nights when Stitch just can’t walk anymore and a car booster seat for when we are traveling with mom & dad in the car. No gate checking the stroller or booster seat!:thumbsup2

Mom & Dad come home, we have a wonderful time while they are here (One dinner for 15) and they take all of our stuff with them.

After the lovely visit with mom & dad I started revisiting the schedule I made and realized that I needed more ADR’s. Since we always stay at mom & dad’s we usually eat there, on 192 and usually only do a CS at the parks. I knew I wanted to do breakfast at O’Hana for DS’s birthday celebration because he is a HUGE Stitch fan. Other than that we had only eaten in one or 2 other table service restaurants, I had to do a lot of research (food porn). After all of the menu reading and picture looking and dining reviews this is what I came up with (Scrooge usually just says whatever because he doesn’t even want to discuss vacation until a month or so before we leave)

8/14/07 – Plane lands 11:57 am (lunch and dinner open/suggestions welcome we aren’t going to a park this day – Boardwalk or DTD, I think) May just stay at POP and swim and eat at everything pop.
8/15/07 – Breakfast @ O’Hana w/ Lilo & Stitch
8/16/07 – Dinner @ Sci-Fi Dine In Theater
8/17/07 – Boma for Dinner

These were the only ADR’s I made and was quite content with them, until I read the Dis some more and remembered some things from last year. Also, mom told me to pick one night (during the time we are with them) for a date night and she and dad will watch Stitch (woo hoo).

One of the things I remembered is that DS, while he no longer naps, still needs down time and after AK last year we were just beat, and went home and crashed.

With all of the above in mind I made the following changes/additions:

8/17/07 – I cancelled Boma (After AK we will go back to POP, swim, and eat at Everything POP)

8/22/07 – Added LeCellier for me & Scrooge’s for date night.

That should complete all of my changes, or does it?

[jcc0621]

Of course there are more changes, or at least one more change. As time goes by (for all you Casablanca fans out there) I read more on the Dis and start reading trip reports, pre- trip reports, completed trip reports, well you get the picture. I came across Lauralee131’s PTR for her August trip. From there I linked to DLMama’s PTR, Princess V’s TR, and DisneyJo’s PTR. Go to all of these reports now. You will not be disappointed. I discovered during this light reading that the Pirate & Princess Party is returning and there is one being held during the time we would be there. After discussing with Scrooge, we decided that DS would love this. So I go online and order our P & P Tickets. We are set for August 21st. Hmmmmm, we can get into the MK at 4:00, I wonder if it is too late to make an ADR for this date? What is a girl to do? :confused3 Well, call CRO and find out. DS, while not princess fan, is dying to get into that castle and since I can’t win the castle stay CRT is the only option. I call CRO with no expectations of getting a CRT reservation for dinner less than 90 days out. I called, told the CM what I wanted, and he said “Well, jcc0621, you are in luck we have a 4:30pm ADR available for 4 people” (DDad has no interest in the castle or the party) – book it Dano, well his name wasn’t Dano, but you get the picture.:lmao:

So here is the updated schedule

8/14/07 – Arrive (CS at POP or DTD)
8/15/07 – Breakfast at O’Hana/EPCOT
8/16/07 – Dinner @ Sci-Fi Dine In/MGM
8/17/07 – AK
8/18/07 – MK
8/19/07 – Check out of POP, Check into mom & Dad’s
8/20/07 – Sea World
8/21/07 – Dinner @ CRT/P & P Party (Stalking glasses out for Lauralee131)
8/22/07 – Date Night. Dinner @ LeCellier/EPCOT (Stalking glasses out for DLMama, DisneyJo, S’late, and maybe LL 9can't remember if she is there this day too or not)
8/23/07 – The last hurrah, MK
8/24/07 – Depart for Philly.

The next post will be pictures

[Goofyluver]

For you day that you arrive...if you do DTD...go to Earl's. It's a must-do! MUST-DO I TELL YA'!

[Goofyluver]

Celebrate with something good on the 17th for me. It's my bert-day! :teeth:

[jcc0621]

Pile of stuff on bed
http://i180.photobucket.com/albums/x262/jcc0621/Pileofstuffonbed.jpg

Planning Folder
http://i180.photobucket.com/albums/x262/jcc0621/DisneyFolder.jpg

All the stuff in the planning folder:
Magical Express Vouchers
http://i180.photobucket.com/albums/x262/jcc0621/MEStuff.jpg


Mousekeeping envelopes:
http://i180.photobucket.com/albums/x262/jcc0621/Mousekeeping.jpg

THE PLAN
http://i180.photobucket.com/albums/x262/jcc0621/Intinerary.jpg

Envelope for Receipts
http://i180.photobucket.com/albums/x262/jcc0621/Receipts.jpg

[Goofyluver]

So like...where do you...ummmm...sleep?

[jcc0621]

Celebrate with something good on the 17th for me. It's my bert-day! :teeth:


I will make sure to have or 2 of these :drinking1. After AK we will be going back to POP for the evening, so hopefully the pool bar will be open for biz:thumbsup2

[jcc0621]

So like...where do you...ummmm...sleep?

That is the guest room. Told Dmom she can't visit until AFTER the trip:rotfl:

[jcc0621]

For you day that you arrive...if you do DTD...go to Earl's. It's a must-do! MUST-DO I TELL YA'!

Did Earl's last year and were so not enamoured. Stitch HATED the PB& J:confused3 How the heck can you screw that up. He didn't like the bread they put it on. He is white bread kid, but will eat one of those uncrustables in a pinch

[PaMom001]

popcorn::
Want some??

I had some. But thanks for offering.

[Goofyluver]

I will make sure to have or 2 of these :drinking1. After AK we will be going back to POP for the evening, so hopefully the pool bar will be open for biz:thumbsup2

Yea baybee! :teeth:

That is the guest room. Told Dmom she can't visit until AFTER the trip:rotfl:

:lmao: :rotfl: :rotfl2: Well, at least you have priorities!

Did Earl's last year and were so not enamoured. Stitch HATED the PB& J:confused3 How the heck can you screw that up. He didn't like the bread they put it on. He is white bread kid, but will eat one of those uncrustables in a pinch


You didn't like Earl's??? :faint:

[cmp1111]

Look at you, all organized! :thumbsup2

Love the envelopes, love the thinking ahead to make DM (Dmom, that is, not DawnMaree :rolleyes1 ) take some stuff...

LOVE that you get a date night! Enjoy!

[Disneyolic]

I'm just subbing quick. I'll be back tomorrow to actually read!

[HomeschoolMama]

Subbing from the chat room. I'll catch up tomorrow! :goodvibes

[jcc0621]

I had some. But thanks for offering.

Read above:thumbsup2

[Disneyolic]

I'm all caught up! Glad I wasn't too late...

After reading so many great pre trip and trip reports, I thought I’d give it a shot. This probably won't be up to the caliber of Princess V, Lauralee131, DisneyJo, Disneyland Mamaa, Nebo and so many others out there, but what the heck I'll give it a try/Well, whatEVER! Where's my name? :confused3 :lmao:

Stitch took his first trip in-vitro. I actually took a pregnancy test in December, 2002 while Scrooge and I where visiting my parents (Merry Christmas Daddy!) So did Brookie! I actually took the test the night before we left so I was only 4 weeks along.

He is very excited about Splash Mountain and BTMR, but is not so sure about Kali River Rapids or Dinosaur. We are going to let him decide if he wants to ride these once we are there. I hate to see kids that are scared to death and parents forcing them to ride I didn't want to give it away but Alec (my 6 yo) was very scared on Dinosaur and he was totally all for it before he went on. I really didn't think he'd be scared. Evan (almost 8) was a bit frightened but not as much as Alec. I would suggest your son not go on that. That is the only one I think would be too scary for him.

Here a picture of the whole crew
http://i180.photobucket.com/albums/x262/jcc0621/TheFloridaCrew1.jpgI can't see the picture....:confused3

I then went to Target and got a $10 umbrella stroller for those late nights when Stitch just can’t walk anymore and a car booster seat for when we are traveling with mom & dad in the car. No gate checking the stroller or booster seat!:thumbsup2 Excellent idea. Even my boys, who are older than your son, wanted a stroller.

8/22/07 – Added LeCellier for me & Scrooge’s for date night.Good choice!

[jcc0621]

I'm all caught up! Glad I wasn't too late...

Welcome aboard:cool1:

Well, whatEVER! Where's my name? :confused3 :lmao:

Everyone go to DM's trippie RIGHT NOW, before I get in trouble:angel:

So did Brookie! I actually took the test the night before we left so I was only 4 weeks along.
Must be that Disney Magic:goodvibes

I didn't want to give it away but Alec (my 6 yo) was very scared on Dinosaur and he was totally all for it before he went on. I really didn't think he'd be scared. Evan (almost 8) was a bit frightened but not as much as Alec. I would suggest your son not go on that. That is the only one I think would be too scary for him.

I think I am going to pass on it. We are going to let him try UNiverse of ENergy though. I figure it will be a good time for a nap:laughing:

I can't see the picture....:confused3
:confused3 Don't know why

Excellent idea. Even my boys, who are older than your son, wanted a stroller.
Momma didn't raise a fool, or did she:lmao:

Good choice!
:thumbsup2 :thumbsup2

[TEminnie]

[SIZE="3"]
[COLOR="magenta"]Well, whatEVER! Where's my name? :confused3 :lmao:
She listed the ones she ENJOYED reading! :rotfl2: ;)




I didn't want to give it away but Alec (my 6 yo) was very scared on Dinosaur and he was totally all for it before he went on. I really didn't think he'd be scared. Evan (almost 8) was a bit frightened but not as much as Alec. I would suggest your son not go on that. That is the only one I think would be too scary for him.
BA has loved it since about 7. THis past trip (10) , she made me ride it around 6 times. (that's ok cause I really like it and I got really good at making faces at the camera which I think people like to see in their pics!)
But it IS scary for little uns.

[Disneyland_Mama]

Pile of stuff on bed
http://i180.photobucket.com/albums/x262/jcc0621/Pileofstuffonbed.jpg
Cute lime shirt! Did you get matching for the whole family?? I got the same shirts for my DD & DS. :goodvibes

Planning Folder
http://i180.photobucket.com/albums/x262/jcc0621/DisneyFolder.jpg[/QUOTE]
Ok, this picture just brings a tear to my eye! It's so loverly, Janet! :thumbsup2

:lmao:

Love, love, love the Mousekeeping envelopes! And the idea for all the receipts is EXCELLENT! ::yes:: I'm going to "borrow" that idea from you. :rolleyes1

[DisneyJo]

Wow Janet great start, and you are too kind :) Great deal on the airfare and how lucky that your parents are CM's and you got CRT too :yay: Can't wait for more :goodvibes

Oh I can't see the first photo either :confused:

[HomeschoolMama]

I just got here. I'm going to start at the beginning while I have a minute to read! :surfweb:

Darn! DH just walked up and asked if I was coming downstairs... After ditching him last night to chat, I guess I better! Tomorrow I will really read your PTR!

[jcc0621]

She listed the ones she ENJOYED reading! :rotfl2: ;)

Play nice girls;)




BA has loved it since about 7. THis past trip (10) , she made me ride it around 6 times. (that's ok cause I really like it and I got really good at making faces at the camera which I think people like to see in their pics!)
But it IS scary for little uns.

Stitch will be just shy of 4 when we go so I don't even think I am going to mention it to him and skip it.

Cute lime shirt! Did you get matching for the whole family?? I got the same shirts for my DD & DS. :goodvibes

I got line. Scrooge refused to wear lime, so I he and Stitch got Navy Blue:thumbsup2

Planning Folder
http://i180.photobucket.com/albums/x262/jcc0621/DisneyFolder.jpg
Ok, this picture just brings a tear to my eye! It's so loverly, Janet! :thumbsup2

:lmao:

:goodvibes

Love, love, love the Mousekeeping envelopes! And the idea for all the receipts is EXCELLENT! ::yes:: I'm going to "borrow" that idea from you. :rolleyes1[/QUOTE]

Feel free, I stole it from somebody else:lmao:

Wow Janet great start, and you are too kind :) Great deal on the airfare and how lucky that your parents are CM's and you got CRT too :yay: Can't wait for more :goodvibes

Oh I can't see the first photo either :confused:

That is weird, becasue even when people are quoting it I am seeing it. Can anybody help with this:confused:

I just got here. I'm going to start at the beginning while I have a minute to read! :surfweb:

Darn! DH just walked up and asked if I was coming downstairs... After ditching him last night to chat, I guess I better! Tomorrow I will really read your PTR!

Men, don't they know there are more important things than communicating;)

[jcc0621]

While doing some more reading and TGM research I discover a little something called the Campfire and Movie Night at Fort Wilderness. This is right up DS’s alley. They also have a petting zoo with goats (:wave2: TE) and various other critters, pony rides and wagon rides. DS loves all of these things and I think he would love a campfire sing along with Chip & Dale. Talk to Scrooge and we decide to fit this into the schedule. Hmmmmm, when to go? Well going to MK on a Saturday is NOT the greatest idea in the world. After being 3 straight of being in a park we could really use a laid back kind of day. Okay, Saturday the 18h it is, but what should we do for dinner? Artist Point or WCC? I then read a thread about Trail’s End. I review the menu. Scrooge reviews the menu. It gets a thumbs up. At this point we are about 40 days out, what are the chances we are going to get an ADR at this late date. I call CRO and tell them what we want. Why jcc0621, we happen to have an opening for 4 at 5:00pm at Trail’s End on 8/18/07. Again, I say book it, Dano!
.
Here is the FINAL FINAL plan:

8/14/07 – Leave Philly Airport 9:25am. Arrive MCO 11:57am. ME to POP
Dinner Open

8/15/07 – Breakfast @ O’Hana w/Lilo & Stitch/EPCOT

8/16/07 – Dinner @ Sci-Fi Dine In/MGM

8/17/07 – AK/Dinner @ Everything Pop.

8/18/07 – Dinner @ Trail’s End/Fort Wilderness Campfire/Movie Night

8/19/07 – Check out of Pop/Check into Mom & Dad’s

8/20/07 – Sea World

8/21/07 – Dinner @ CRT/P & P Princess Party

8/22/07 – Date Night. Dinner LeCellier/EPCOT

8/23/07 – MK

8/24/07 – Go Home.


Now that all of the plans are finalized what I should I do with my time? Why shop and Dis, of course (don’t you feel silly even asking). I really thought I was done all of my pre-trip shopping, but was I wrong. I came home and started reading the Dis, yes again. I started reading more trip reports (Disneyolic, Twob4him, Goofy/Meeska’s). I realize my hunt for Disney trip treasures is just beginning. Crocs? What are crocs. To Google I go. What UGLY shoes. I would never where those, I think I will just stick with my Nikes. I go on reading more TR’s, when I come across a great one by puggymom. In her report she talks about Croc shame and how she finally broke down and got some crocs. I thought, can these shoes be this good? I do some more googling and find the crocs website. Ok. They have a couple of pair that are cute so I’ll give them a try. I got a pair of white and LIME patras. I figured if I hated them I could return them. They came in the mail and were waiting for me when I got home from work. I opened the box and thought boy, these things are really light, they can’t be much support for the ankles. I try them one and they fit perfectly. I wear them around the rest of the night, playing outside with Stitch, and I never even realized I had shoes on. Ladies & Gentlemen, we have convert here. :banana: I don’t think they will work for me for all day touring at the parks, but for the airport (easy on and off for those security checks!), DTD, Boardwalk, etc I think these are going to be great shoes!

http://i180.photobucket.com/albums/x262/jcc0621/Crocs.jpg

So I go on reading, reading, and reading the Dis. Now I come across several disers talking about baggalini’s. I say to myself “self, what is a baggalini?” Off to Google again, and I come across the baggalini website. Oh isn’t that a cute bag. I usually have a bag that got I got from QVC, Travelon. It’s a great little bag, little being the key phrase. Not great for WDW when you need to carry all kinds of carp for your kid. At lunch one day I ordered a black baggalini and emailed a picture to DH and told him he bought me my birthday present. He was quite pleased with his purchase, especially because he didn’t have to go to a mall. :rotfl2:

http://i180.photobucket.com/albums/x262/jcc0621/Baggalini.jpg

The next thing I discover are the DISigns boards. Now, I am the least crafty on the face of the earth, but I check it out and I find people willing to create T-Shirt designs for you. I can handle an iron pretty well, si\o I look through the designs by all of the crafty people and had some of them made up for out trip. Now, scrooge WILL NOT wear the same clothes, etc. I figure if I go ahead and make/buy the stuff he WILL wear them. Here are some of the shirts.

Travel Day Shirt for all 2 of us. I don't think this one came out great. I should have used white shirts (with an almost 4 year old:scared1: ) or the iron ons for dark shirts. Oh well, live and learn.
http://i180.photobucket.com/albums/x262/jcc0621/TravelShirt.jpg


Stitch's shirt for his Birthday Breakfast with Lilo & Stitch
http://i180.photobucket.com/albums/x262/jcc0621/StitchsBDShirt.jpg

[Disneydad99]

Pile of stuff on bed
http://i180.photobucket.com/albums/x262/jcc0621/Pileofstuffonbed.jpg

Planning Folder
http://i180.photobucket.com/albums/x262/jcc0621/DisneyFolder.jpg

All the stuff in the planning folder:
Magical Express Vouchers
http://i180.photobucket.com/albums/x262/jcc0621/MEStuff.jpg


Mousekeeping envelopes:
http://i180.photobucket.com/albums/x262/jcc0621/Mousekeeping.jpg

THE PLAN
http://i180.photobucket.com/albums/x262/jcc0621/Intinerary.jpg

Envelope for Receipts
http://i180.photobucket.com/albums/x262/jcc0621/Receipts.jpg


I love your Stuff for the Trip...I need to do some cards for Housekeeping too!!!

I'm all caught up! Glad I wasn't too late...

Well, whatEVER! Where's my name? :confused3 :lmao:



Uh Hmmm & where's My Report....I don't see it Listed.....I mentioned yours on My report!!!!!......I see how it is!!!!!!!


don't let the Evilone come out!!!:lmao:





:lmao:

[jcc0621]

While doing some more reading and TGM research I discover a little something called the Campfire and Movie Night at Fort Wilderness. This is right up DS’s alley. They also have a petting zoo with goats (:wave2: TE) and various other critters, pony rides and wagon rides. DS loves all of these things and I think he would love a campfire sing along with Chip & Dale. Talk to Scrooge and we decide to fit this into the schedule. Hmmmmm, when to go? Well going to MK on a Saturday is NOT the greatest idea in the world. After being 3 straight of being in a park we could really use a laid back kind of day. Okay, Saturday the 18h it is, but what should we do for dinner? Artist Point or WCC? I then read a thread about Trail’s End. I review the menu. Scrooge reviews the menu. It gets a thumbs up. At this point we are about 40 days out, what are the chances we are going to get an ADR at this late date. I call CRO and tell them what we want. Why jcc0621, we happen to have an opening for 4 at 5:00pm at Trail’s End on 8/18/07. Again, I say book it, Dano!
.
Here is the FINAL FINAL plan:

8/14/07 – Leave Philly Airport 9:25am. Arrive MCO 11:57am. ME to POP
Dinner Open

8/15/07 – Breakfast @ O’Hana w/Lilo & Stitch/EPCOT

8/16/07 – Dinner @ Sci-Fi Dine In/MGM

8/17/07 – AK/Dinner @ Everything Pop.

8/18/07 – Dinner @ Trail’s End/Fort Wilderness Campfire/Movie Night

8/19/07 – Check out of Pop/Check into Mom & Dad’s

8/20/07 – Sea World

8/21/07 – Dinner @ CRT/P & P Princess Party

8/22/07 – Date Night. Dinner LeCellier/EPCOT

8/23/07 – MK

8/24/07 – Go Home.


Now that all of the plans are finalized what I should I do with my time? Why shop and Dis, of course (don’t you feel silly even asking). I really thought I was done all of my pre-trip shopping, but was I wrong. I came home and started reading the Dis, yes again. I started reading more trip reports (Disneyolic, Twob4him, Goofy/Meeska’s). I realize my hunt for Disney trip treasures is just beginning. Crocs? What are crocs. To Google I go. What UGLY shoes. I would never where those, I think I will just stick with my Nikes. I go on reading more TR’s, when I come across a great one by puggymom. In her report she talks about Croc shame and how she finally broke down and got some crocs. I thought, can these shoes be this good? I do some more googling and find the crocs website. Ok. They have a couple of pair that are cute so I’ll give them a try. I got a pair of white and LIME patras. I figured if I hated them I could return them. They came in the mail and were waiting for me when I got home from work. I opened the box and thought boy, these things are really light, they can’t be much support for the ankles. I try them one and they fit perfectly. I wear them around the rest of the night, playing outside with Stitch, and I never even realized I had shoes on. Ladies & Gentlemen, we have convert here. :banana: I don’t think they will work for me for all day touring at the parks, but for the airport (easy on and off for those security checks!), DTD, Boardwalk, etc I think these are going to be great shoes!

http://i180.photobucket.com/albums/x262/jcc0621/Crocs.jpg

So I go on reading, reading, and reading the Dis. Now I come across several disers talking about baggalini’s. I say to myself “self, what is a baggalini?” Off to Google again, and I come across the baggalini website. Oh isn’t that a cute bag. I usually have a bag that got I got from QVC, Travelon. It’s a great little bag, little being the key phrase. Not great for WDW when you need to carry all kinds of carp for your kid. At lunch one day I ordered a black baggalini and emailed a picture to DH and told him he bought me my birthday present. He was quite pleased with his purchase, especially because he didn’t have to go to a mall. :rotfl2:

http://i180.photobucket.com/albums/x262/jcc0621/Baggalini.jpg

The next thing I discover are the DISigns boards. Now, I am the least crafty on the face of the earth, but I check it out and I find people willing to create T-Shirt designs for you. I can handle an iron pretty well, si\o I look through the designs by all of the crafty people and had some of them made up for out trip. Now, scrooge WILL NOT wear the same clothes, etc. I figure if I go ahead and make/buy the stuff he WILL wear them. Here are some of the shirts.

Travel Day Shirt for all 2 of us. I don't think this one came out great. I should have used white shirts (with an almost 4 year old:scared1: ) or the iron ons for dark shirts. Oh well, live and learn.
http://i180.photobucket.com/albums/x262/jcc0621/TravelShirt.jpg


Stitch's shirt for his Birthday Breakfast with Lilo & Stitch
http://i180.photobucket.com/albums/x262/jcc0621/StitchsBDShirt.jpg

Stitch's Shirt for MGM Day
http://i180.photobucket.com/albums/x262/jcc0621/StitchsMGMShirt.jpg

I have made some 1 other that I will show later. At this point we are doing the SINGLE DIGIT DANCE:dance3: :dance3: :dance3: 9 Days to GO:cool1:

Today I cleaned kitchen (even organized the pantry:scared1:), my living room, dining room, and poweder room. Also did all of the :laundy: but according to Scrooge I still can't start packing becasue he may want to take stuff with him that he will wear this week, so it will have to be washed before he packs it:headache: I won't tell him I started packing mine and Stitch's stuff and he'll never be the wiser;)

Goodnight all, TTFN!:goodvibes

[Disneydad99]

While doing some more reading and TGM research I discover a little something called the Campfire and Movie Night at Fort Wilderness. This is right up DS’s alley. They also have a petting zoo with goats (:wave2: TE) and various other critters, pony rides and wagon rides. DS loves all of these things and I think he would love a campfire sing along with Chip & Dale. Talk to Scrooge and we decide to fit this into the schedule. Hmmmmm, when to go? Well going to MK on a Saturday is NOT the greatest idea in the world. After being 3 straight of being in a park we could really use a laid back kind of day. Okay, Saturday the 18h it is, but what should we do for dinner? Artist Point or WCC? I then read a thread about Trail’s End. I review the menu. Scrooge reviews the menu. It gets a thumbs up. At this point we are about 40 days out, what are the chances we are going to get an ADR at this late date. I call CRO and tell them what we want. Why jcc0621, we happen to have an opening for 4 at 5:00pm at Trail’s End on 8/18/07. Again, I say book it, Dano!
.
Here is the FINAL FINAL plan:

8/14/07 – Leave Philly Airport 9:25am. Arrive MCO 11:57am. ME to POP
Dinner Open

8/15/07 – Breakfast @ O’Hana w/Lilo & Stitch/EPCOT

8/16/07 – Dinner @ Sci-Fi Dine In/MGM

8/17/07 – AK/Dinner @ Everything Pop.

8/18/07 – Dinner @ Trail’s End/Fort Wilderness Campfire/Movie Night

8/19/07 – Check out of Pop/Check into Mom & Dad’s

8/20/07 – Sea World

8/21/07 – Dinner @ CRT/P & P Princess Party

8/22/07 – Date Night. Dinner LeCellier/EPCOT

8/23/07 – MK

8/24/07 – Go Home.


Now that all of the plans are finalized what I should I do with my time? Why shop and Dis, of course (don’t you feel silly even asking). I really thought I was done all of my pre-trip shopping, but was I wrong. I came home and started reading the Dis, yes again. I started reading more trip reports (Disneyolic, Twob4him, Goofy/Meeska’s). I realize my hunt for Disney trip treasures is just beginning. Crocs? What are crocs. To Google I go. What UGLY shoes. I would never where those, I think I will just stick with my Nikes. I go on reading more TR’s, when I come across a great one by puggymom. In her report she talks about Croc shame and how she finally broke down and got some crocs. I thought, can these shoes be this good? I do some more googling and find the crocs website. Ok. They have a couple of pair that are cute so I’ll give them a try. I got a pair of white and LIME patras. I figured if I hated them I could return them. They came in the mail and were waiting for me when I got home from work. I opened the box and thought boy, these things are really light, they can’t be much support for the ankles. I try them one and they fit perfectly. I wear them around the rest of the night, playing outside with Stitch, and I never even realized I had shoes on. Ladies & Gentlemen, we have convert here. :banana: I don’t think they will work for me for all day touring at the parks, but for the airport (easy on and off for those security checks!), DTD, Boardwalk, etc I think these are going to be great shoes!

http://i180.photobucket.com/albums/x262/jcc0621/Crocs.jpg

So I go on reading, reading, and reading the Dis. Now I come across several disers talking about baggalini’s. I say to myself “self, what is a baggalini?” Off to Google again, and I come across the baggalini website. Oh isn’t that a cute bag. I usually have a bag that got I got from QVC, Travelon. It’s a great little bag, little being the key phrase. Not great for WDW when you need to carry all kinds of carp for your kid. At lunch one day I ordered a black baggalini and emailed a picture to DH and told him he bought me my birthday present. He was quite pleased with his purchase, especially because he didn’t have to go to a mall. :rotfl2:

http://i180.photobucket.com/albums/x262/jcc0621/Baggalini.jpg

The next thing I discover are the DISigns boards. Now, I am the least crafty on the face of the earth, but I check it out and I find people willing to create T-Shirt designs for you. I can handle an iron pretty well, si\o I look through the designs by all of the crafty people and had some of them made up for out trip. Now, scrooge WILL NOT wear the same clothes, etc. I figure if I go ahead and make/buy the stuff he WILL wear them. Here are some of the shirts.

Travel Day Shirt for all 2 of us. I don't think this one came out great. I should have used white shirts (with an almost 4 year old:scared1: ) or the iron ons for dark shirts. Oh well, live and learn.
http://i180.photobucket.com/albums/x262/jcc0621/TravelShirt.jpg


Stitch's shirt for his Birthday Breakfast with Lilo & Stitch
http://i180.photobucket.com/albums/x262/jcc0621/StitchsBDShirt.jpg


Ok love the Shirts!!!!

& you didn't get the Lime Green Bagalini!!!!




;)

[jcc0621]

I love your Stuff for the Trip...I need to do some cards for Housekeeping too!!!




Uh Hmmm & where's My Report....I don't see it Listed.....I mentioned yours on My report!!!!!......I see how it is!!!!!!!


don't let the Evilone come out!!!:lmao:

:lmao:

I don't want the EVIL one here, and please NO CLOWN PICTURES. EVERYONE GO TO DISNEYDAD'S REPORT IMMEDIATELY:thumbsup2

We must have posted at the same exact time:goodvibes

[jcc0621]

Ok love the Shirts!!!!

& you didn't get the Lime Green Bagalini!!!!

;)

Nope got black. Have a better shot of DH carrying it:thumbsup2

[Disneydad99]

I don't want the EVIL one here, and please NO CLOWN PICTURES. EVERYONE GO TO DISNEYDAD'S REPORT IMMEDIATELY:thumbsup2

We must have posted at the same exact time:goodvibes


OK Evil will stay at home for Now......


But what about some Frog Pics!!!!:lmao:

[Disneyolic]

Woohoo! I got mentioned in your PTR! :cool1:

Plus another Crocs convert. We're gonna dominate the world...bwaaah..aahhhh...ahhhhh! :lmao: I love my Crocs way too much! You have most excellent purchases. The only thing I wished I got was a Baggalini.

[cmp1111]

I have a small confession: I had the red Baggalini.

Not that I'm not a true TFW, but I look, um, not good in lime green and so don't have much in the color and decided that red would go better with my wardrobe.

Love the Crocs!

Nice to see Homeschool Mama join in after last night! :wave2:

[Goofyluver]

Yay for mentioning me in your pre-TR!!!!

And yay for the shirts, the crocs, and the baggallinis. One day, I think I actully lost Jon in my baggallini for a while...it's SO big! Seriously...I kept finding more and more crap to stuff in it!

[KathyRN137]

Love the Loot! :thumbsup2

Kathy

[mdsouth]

Just checking in! I am enjoying the pre-trip report so far. We have a DS11 and a DD4, so I will be interested in what your DS ends up riding or not.

For some reason, I can't see the family photo on page 1, but your photos of your Disney Folder and clothes are there. I check in later -- off to church.

[DisneyJo]

Oh my word Janet you certainly have caught the DIS bug haven't you! Crocs, Bagalini and make your own shirts :sad2: :rotfl2: Haven't seen those crocs before are they narrower fitting as I tried the normal ones and they're huge :)

[jcc0621]

OK Evil will stay at home for Now......


But what about some Frog Pics!!!!:lmao:

Only if it is Kermit :love: The muppets!

Woohoo! I got mentioned in your PTR! :cool1:

Plus another Crocs convert. We're gonna dominate the world...bwaaah..aahhhh...ahhhhh! :lmao: I love my Crocs way too much! You have most excellent purchases. The only thing I wished I got was a Baggalini.

I can't wait to try the baggalini. I will let you know how it works out.

I have a small confession: I had the red Baggalini.

Not that I'm not a true TFW, but I look, um, not good in lime green and so don't have much in the color and decided that red would go better with my wardrobe.

Love the Crocs!

Nice to see Homeschool Mama join in after last night! :wave2:

Got black so Scrooge will carry it:lmao:

Crocs are VERY comfy:thumbsup2

Yay for mentioning me in your pre-TR!!!!

And yay for the shirts, the crocs, and the baggallinis. One day, I think I actully lost Jon in my baggallini for a while...it's SO big! Seriously...I kept finding more and more crap to stuff in it!

My hope is that is will hold everything and not be real bulky:thumbsup2

Love the Loot! :thumbsup2

Kathy

Thanks!

Just checking in! I am enjoying the pre-trip report so far. We have a DS11 and a DD4, so I will be interested in what your DS ends up riding or not.

For some reason, I can't see the family photo on page 1, but your photos of your Disney Folder and clothes are there. I check in later -- off to church.

:welcome: Thanks for joining in. I am going to try and repost that pic. I don't know what's up with it:confused:

Oh my word Janet you certainly have caught the DIS bug haven't you! Crocs, Bagalini and make your own shirts :sad2: :rotfl2: Haven't seen those crocs before are they narrower fitting as I tried the normal ones and they're huge :)

It's all the fault of all you fabulous people;)
Those crocs are soooo comfy. I was able to get my regular size (7M - Don't know what that would be over there) and they fit perfectly.:woohoo:

[KathyRN137]

Your green light is on....hope that means an update is in the works! ;)

Kathy

[jcc0621]

Your green light is on....hope that means an update is in the works! ;)

Kathy


Just got Stitch sown for the night. AM working on it now. Give me about 30 minutes:thumbsup2

[jcc0621]

I feel like I am doing things out of order here a bit, so if I am forgive me. I amtrying to do this all from memory. I got a handy dandy little notebook to take notes for the trip though:thumbsup2

On with the story:

June finally arrives and Scrooge is done school as of June 20th. Stitch drops from full time to part-time at day care/camp (2 days a week). As an only child I think the contact with his friends, even though it is not everyday is good for him and keeps him into the routine. It also give Scrooge 2 days a weekto get that honey do list done:thumbsup2 . I receive word that my elementary school is having a reunion in July, down the shore. We make plans to go for the weekend, as well as some other plans for different day trips throughout the summer. Hopefully all of these plans will make the time til Disney go faster. Fourth of July comes and goes and we make plans to go to Sesame Place where we have season passes. Stitch and his chicken pox had other ideas. THAT WAS A LONG 10 days :sad2: . Try explaining to a 3 almost 4 year old that they can’t go to see their friends, they can’t go to school or the playground. Thank goodness for :teacher: Scrooge. Everyday I came home there was a different art project they did. They baked a dinosaur cake, they made a zoo in a box, they made fish aquariums with blue jello and Swedish fish. Way to go Scrooge:thumbsup2

In the meantime I continue to read the Dis and discover that many of you will be there at the same time we will be there. I hear about a little Lapu meet that sounds like A LOT of fun, but unfortunately it is happening the day after we fly home, so no Lapu’s for me :sad: I do discover that some of us will be at EPCOT on the same day. (Note to self, pack stalking glasses:cool2: ) I also find out that LL will be at the same Pirate & Princess Party, so I am hoping for some Dis meets while we are there.

Here are the pics of the P & P Party Tickets and the shirts we are going to wear. I made mine and the one's for the boys I got at the DIsney store for $4.99 each (minus mom's cast memeber discount:thumbsup2 )

http://i180.photobucket.com/albums/x262/jcc0621/PPPartyTix.jpg

http://i180.photobucket.com/albums/x262/jcc0621/PrincessShirt.jpg

http://i180.photobucket.com/albums/x262/jcc0621/PirateShirts.jpg

We are now 8 days out :dance3: .I am NOT packed (someone please pass Tracy the smelling salts, I think she fainted). I still have that pile of stuff on the bed in the middle room. Scrooge won’t even think about packing until the Sunday before we leave. I can’t really pack Stitch until the Saturday or Sunday before because of camp/etc.

Here are some more pics:

We all have these shirts. Mine is lime. Scrooge and Stitch's are Navy.
http://i180.photobucket.com/albums/x262/jcc0621/DisneyShirt.jpg

Stitch's New Cars Sneakers

http://i180.photobucket.com/albums/x262/jcc0621/Sneakers.jpg

Stuff for Stitch's Backpack.

http://i180.photobucket.com/albums/x262/jcc0621/StitchsBackpack.jpg

And our suitcases. Notice the Lime Luggage Tags

http://i180.photobucket.com/albums/x262/jcc0621/Suitcases.jpg

I have done some more shopping of course. I bought a new wallet. I ordered Stitch one of those silicone bracelets that say “If lost please call and it has mine and Scrooge’s cell phone numbers on it. I got some pins off of ebay and I hope they come before we leave. If they do I will post some pics. In the meantime you all have to keep me entertained for the next 8 days so I don’t go crazy waiting for THE DAY to get here.

[Goofyluver]

You ARE never too old to be a princess...PRINCESS!!! :teeth:

[cmp1111]

Love the t-shirts! :thumbsup2

[jcc0621]

You ARE never too old to be a princess...PRINCESS!!! :teeth:

I keep telling Scrooge this, but he doesn't seem to believe me:confused3

Love the t-shirts! :thumbsup2

Thanks. The one's I made (ironed on) were done by the fabulous people over on the disigns boards:goodvibes

[DisneyJo]

Everyday I came home there was a different art project they did. They baked a dinosaur cake, they made a zoo in a box, they made fish aquariums with blue jello and Swedish fish. Way to go Scrooge:thumbsup2 Wow do you hire him out? :rotfl2:

I do discover that some of us will be at EPCOT on the same day. (Note to self, pack stalking glasses:cool2: ) I'll have mine on :cool2:

Stitch's New Cars Sneakers Cute I love the little wheels :thumbsup2

Notice the Lime Luggage Tags :woohoo:

[TEminnie]

I have a small confession: I had the red Baggalini.

Not that I'm not a true TFW, but I look, um, not good in lime green and so don't have much in the color and decided that red would go better with my wardrobe.


ALERT ALERT!! PLEASE READ THE TFW MANUAL, PAGE 43, PARAGRAPH 111 WHICH CLEARLY STATES:

EVERYONE LOOKS GOOD IN LIME GREEN!
Now, you can begin to repack in the appropriate color!


And 10 Focker points for great luggage tags!

[jcc0621]

Wow do you hire him out? :rotfl2:

For a small fee:rolleyes1

I'll have mine on :cool2:
:thumbsup2

Cute I love the little wheels :thumbsup2
The wheels are what made me get them.:goodvibes


[QUOTE=TEminnie;20137684]ALERT ALERT!! PLEASE READ THE TFW MANUAL, PAGE 43, PARAGRAPH 111 WHICH CLEARLY STATES:

EVERYONE LOOKS GOOD IN LIME GREEN!
Now, you can begin to repack in the appropriate color


And 10 Focker points for great luggage tags!

Yes oh fearless leader, I will go out and buy more lime green stuff:thumbsup2

THank you for the focker points:yay:

[DisneyJo]

ALERT ALERT!! PLEASE READ THE TFW MANUAL, PAGE 43, PARAGRAPH 111 WHICH CLEARLY STATES:

EVERYONE LOOKS GOOD IN LIME GREEN!
Now, you can begin to repack in the appropriate color!


And 10 Focker points for great luggage tags!
:rotfl2: :rotfl2: :rotfl2:

[cmp1111]

ALERT ALERT!! PLEASE READ THE TFW MANUAL, PAGE 43, PARAGRAPH 111 WHICH CLEARLY STATES:

EVERYONE LOOKS GOOD IN LIME GREEN!
Now, you can begin to repack in the appropriate color!


And 10 Focker points for great luggage tags!

Darn, I must have missed that page... ;)

[Disneyolic]

I feel like I am doing things out of order here a bit, so if I am forgive me. I amtrying to do this all from memory. I got a handy dandy little notebook to take notes for the trip though:thumbsup2
First, I'd like to point out that you may not use this phrase on the DISboards. It belongs to Blue's Clues. :laughing:

Love the shirts and love the Cars sneakers. Wish I were going. Time to go pout.

[Disneyland_Mama]

Everyday I came home there was a different art project they did. They baked a dinosaur cake, they made a zoo in a box, they made fish aquariums with blue jello and Swedish fish. Way to go Scrooge:thumbsup2
Wow! I wish my DH could entertain my kids like that! :lmao:
I do discover that some of us will be at EPCOT on the same day.
Carp! I just realized you won't be in Epcot until the evening! I'll be there in the am and then hopping to MK! :sad2:


We are now 8 days out :dance3: .I am NOT packed (someone please pass Tracy the smelling salts, I think she fainted).
:faint: Too late! :lmao:

In the meantime you all have to keep me entertained for the next 8 days so I don’t go crazy waiting for THE DAY to get here.
Tell me about it! I've got almost twice as long to wait, and I'm about to jump out of my skin! :dance3:

[jcc0621]

[COLOR="Magenta"]First, I'd like to point out that you may not use this phrase on the DISboards. It belongs to Blue's Clues. :laughing:


:rotfl2:

[HomeschoolMama]

Men, don't they know there are more important things than communicating;)

Ummm... Communication. Yes! That's what he wanted... to "communicate." :lmao:

I'm finally getting a second to read. I'm glad it's not 90 + pages! Your plans look great! :wizard:

[HomeschoolMama]

I have a small confession: I had the red Baggalini.

Not that I'm not a true TFW, but I look, um, not good in lime green and so don't have much in the color and decided that red would go better with my wardrobe.

Love the Crocs!

Nice to see Homeschool Mama join in after last night! :wave2:

Hi to you too!

[jcc0621]

Carp! I just realized you won't be in Epcot until the evening! I'll be there in the am and then hopping to MK! :sad2:
:

Oh NO! :sad2: I will have to back and re-read your PLAN to see if I can stalk you aon another day:cool2:

Ummm... Communication. Yes! That's what he wanted... to "communicate." :lmao:


:3dglasses

[PrincessV]

At first, I was a little worried to learn that we'd elected the "least crafty person in the world" as our Official Monument builder. But hearing that Scrooge can make an aquarium out of Jello and swedish fish put my mind at ease. :rotfl:

You are SO ready to go Janet! :thumbsup2 I just can't believe I'll miss you by one lousy day. :sad1:

[jcc0621]

At first, I was a little worried to learn that we'd elected the "least crafty person in the world" as our Official Monument builder. But hearing that Scrooge can make an aquarium out of Jello and swedish fish put my mind at ease. :rotfl:

You are SO ready to go Janet! :thumbsup2 I just can't believe I'll miss you by one lousy day. :sad1:

They were tasty aquariums too::yes::

Make sure to have a Lapu for me:goodvibes

[puggymom]

Boy am I late. So sorry, love all your stuff and not packed with 8 days to go:scared1: . Uh oh, I don't leave for my next trip for over 3 weeks and the suitcases have been out for over a week;)

Can't wait to hear how your patras are, mine are getting road tested in October.


Glad I found you(and don't tell TE, I don't want to get into Focker trouble)

[jcc0621]

Boy am I late. So sorry, love all your stuff and not packed with 8 days to go:scared1: . Uh oh, I don't leave for my next trip for over 3 weeks and the suitcases have been out for over a week;)

Can't wait to hear how your patras are, mine are getting road tested in October.


Glad I found you(and don't tell TE, I don't want to get into Focker trouble)

:welcome: Mo, I won't day a word to TE;)
I am wearing the patra's now and let me tell you they are so so comfy. I am wearing them so much that I may wear them out by the trip

[Disneydad99]

Love your New purchases!!! I bought some of the Same stuff!!!!



:cool1:

[puggymom]

Love your New purchases!!! I bought some of the Same stuff!!!!



:cool1:


Um, what haven't you bought?:confused:

[Disneydad99]

Um, what haven't you bought?:confused:

there are still 3 Items on Disneyshopping that I do not Own....Why do you Ask????




:lmao:

[puggymom]

there are still 3 Items on Disneyshopping that I do not Own....Why do you Ask????




:lmao:


Just needed to know what to get you as a Bon Voyage gift;)

[jcc0621]

Um, what haven't you bought?:confused:

Me? According to Scrooge, nothing. :headache: I am sure I will find a few more goodies before we leave.:thumbsup2 I still have to go to the King of Prissia Mall to get Disney Dollars, so of course I will be in the Disney Store. I HAVE to look around while I am there. Of course, there is a Crocs kiosk right down the hall from the Disney Store, so I may take a little look see and if anything catches my eye;)

[jcc0621]

there are still 3 Items on Disneyshopping that I do not Own....Why do you Ask????




:lmao:

:rotfl2:

[dismom9761]

Great report!:thumbsup2 I love all the shirts especially the ones you made.Looking forward to more.:goodvibes

[jcc0621]

Great report!:thumbsup2 I love all the shirts especially the ones you made.Looking forward to more.:goodvibes

Thank you.

[jcc0621]

This time next Tuesday my flight will be departing Philly International Airport. In real time (not FDM since it is so close)THAT IS 6 DAYS PEOPLE!!!:banana: :banana: :banana: :cheer2: :cheer2: :cheer2: :dance3: :dance3: :dance3:

[Disneyolic]

This time next Tuesday my flight will be departing Philly International Airport. In real time (not FDM since it is so close)THAT IS 6 DAYS PEOPLE!!!:banana: :banana: :banana: :cheer2: :cheer2: :cheer2: :dance3: :dance3: :dance3:

I think this means a celebratory dance is in order...
http://www.cybergifs.com/funny/dance-funny.gif

[jcc0621]

I think this means a celebratory dance is in order...
http://www.cybergifs.com/funny/dance-funny.gif

:rotfl2: :rotfl2:

[PaMom001]

I think this means a celebratory dance is in order...
http://www.cybergifs.com/funny/dance-funny.gif

:lmao: :rotfl2: :rotfl:

[Goofyluver]

Woooooohoooooty! for the 6 days!

and :eek: for DM's dancin' man!

[DisneyJo]

Ditto what Jen said :rotfl:

[TEminnie]

This time next Tuesday my flight will be departing Philly International Airport. In real time (not FDM since it is so close)THAT IS 6 DAYS PEOPLE!!!:banana: :banana: :banana: :cheer2: :cheer2: :cheer2: :dance3: :dance3: :dance3:
:woohoo:

I think this means a celebratory dance is in order...
http://www.cybergifs.com/funny/dance-funny.gif
I thought that guy had retired!

(and don't tell TE, I don't want to get into Focker trouble)
YOUR TFW SUPREME LEADER OF THE WORLD HEARS ALL!

Mo, I won't day a word to TE;)

Traitor....And for that --I'm deducting the luggage tag points--now you must dress in lime green from head to toe each and every day......and we'll know if you do cause we got members stalking you AND we'll read your TR!

[jcc0621]

:woohoo:


I thought that guy had retired
:rotfl2:


YOUR TFW SUPREME LEADER OF THE WORLD HEARS ALL!

Oops:eek:


Traitor....And for that --I'm deducting the luggage tag points--now you must dress in lime green from head to toe each and every day......and we'll know if you do cause we got members stalking you AND we'll read your TR!

:angel: Who me:confused3

[dismom9761]

This time next Tuesday my flight will be departing Philly International Airport. In real time (not FDM since it is so close)THAT IS 6 DAYS PEOPLE!!!:banana: :banana: :banana: :cheer2: :cheer2: :cheer2: :dance3: :dance3: :dance3:
:cheer2: :cheer2: :banana: :banana:

I think this means a celebratory dance is in order...
http://www.cybergifs.com/funny/dance-funny.gif

:scared1: :lmao: :rotfl2: :rotfl: :rotfl2:

[KathyRN137]

Get packing, girl!! :hourglass

As for the gyrating male dancer image, well, I'm still trying to pick my jaw up off the floor....

:rolleyes1

(Oh, BTW, why weren't his little undies lime green???)

Kathy

[dismom9761]

Get packing, girl!! :hourglass

As for the gyrating male dancer image, well, I'm still trying to pick my jaw up off the floor....

:rolleyes1

(Oh, BTW, why weren't his little undies lime green???)

Kathy
You think your picking up your jaw...mt DS9 was walking through as it came on and almost wet himself laughing.:sad2: :rotfl2:

[jcc0621]

Get packing, girl!! :hourglass

As for the gyrating male dancer image, well, I'm still trying to pick my jaw up off the floor....

:rolleyes1

(Oh, BTW, why weren't his little undies lime green???)

Kathy

I am starting tonight. I hope:rolleyes1

You think your picking up your jaw...mt DS9 was walking through as it came on and almost wet himself laughing.:sad2: :rotfl2:

Oops :rotfl2:

[jcc0621]

This time next week we will be sitting in O'Hana's having birthday breakfast with Lilo & Stitch
:cool1: :cool1: :cheer2: :cheer2: :banana: :banana: :dance3: :dance3: :yay: :yay:

A little packing update. I packed Stitch's Nemo backpack for the plane last night. DOes this count as starting to pack:confused3

[twob4him]

Better late than never! :hourglass :yay: Hi Janet....sorry I didnt get here sooner...I was sewing and carting my kids around to lessons for this and that! :rotfl2:
Wow I am so impressed with your purchases and your t-shirts etc! And I see you have your itinerary and you have checked it twice or 300 times! :rotfl: And your ME tags arrived...its almost time!!! Love the fact that your parents are CM's and you sis lives there....how loverly!
In 10 years, we are moving to Florida and I am forcing my kids to work at Disney so we can all visit free too.....jk.....maybe :thumbsup2

So time to pack....get out your $1 ziplocks and marker and go to it!!! :wizard:

Oh and one more thing....I can't let it go since I am a science teacher...its about Stitch's "first trip" to Disney...I think you meant he went in-utero...not in-vitro (In vitro (Latin: (with)in the glass) refers to the technique of performing a given experiment in a test tube, or, generally, in a controlled environment outside a living organism. In vitro fertilization is a well-known example of this.) :rotfl2: :thumbsup2

By the way, I came back from a camping trip to Canada this way ;) according to my mom!

OK off to sewing, lessons and hopefully more Dissing later! Oh and TGM....is he not the best??? Love em!!!! :woohoo:

[jcc0621]

Oh and one more thing....I can't let it go since I am a science teacher...its about Stitch's "first trip" to Disney...I think you meant he went in-utero...not in-vitro (In vitro (Latin: (with)in the glass) refers to the technique of performing a given experiment in a test tube, or, generally, in a controlled environment outside a living organism. In vitro fertilization is a well-known example of this.) :rotfl2: :thumbsup2



:rotfl2: :rotfl2: You are right. I completely got that mixed up didn't I:rotfl: :rotfl:

[KathyRN137]

I think you meant he went in-utero...not in-vitro (In vitro (Latin: (with)in the glass) refers to the technique of performing a given experiment in a test tube, or, generally, in a controlled environment outside a living organism. In vitro fertilization is a well-known example of this.) :rotfl2: :thumbsup2




It is so easy to mix those two up!

I think many babies wind up in utero because the parents were in vitro...."within the glass" (of wine!) ;)

Kathy

[cmp1111]

This time next week we will be sitting in O'Hana's having birthday breakfast with Lilo & Stitch
:cool1: :cool1: :cheer2: :cheer2: :banana: :banana: :dance3: :dance3: :yay: :yay:

A little packing update. I packed Stitch's Nemo backpack for the plane last night. DOes this count as starting to pack:confused3

Woohoo!!!

And, yes, that counts as packing. It's in a bag, it's going with you, what's not to count? :thumbsup2

[DisneyJo]

A little packing update. I packed Stitch's Nemo backpack for the plane last night. DOes this count as starting to pack:confused3 It most certainly does :thumbsup2

[dismom9761]

This time next week we will be sitting in O'Hana's having birthday breakfast with Lilo & Stitch
:cool1: :cool1: :cheer2: :cheer2: :banana: :banana: :dance3: :dance3: :yay: :yay:

A little packing update. I packed Stitch's Nemo backpack for the plane last night. DOes this count as starting to pack:confused3

Yep that would be packing.:thumbsup2 :woohoo: I want to start packing but everyone around here already thinks I am crazy.:confused3

[jcc0621]

I have another update. I have actually put outfits together for myself (they are not in the suitcase yet, but I have what shorts are going to be worn with which shirt, etc. I also have all of the mousekeeping envelopes stuffed and ready to go. Getting closer to actually putting things in the suitcases:thumbsup2

[Disneyland_Mama]

I have another update. I have actually put outfits together for myself (they are not in the suitcase yet, but I have what shorts are going to be worn with which shirt, etc. I also have all of the mousekeeping envelopes stuffed and ready to go. Getting closer to actually putting things in the suitcases:thumbsup2
But, did you spreadsheet this information? :rolleyes1

popcorn::

:rotfl:

[jcc0621]

But, did you spreadsheet this information? :rolleyes1

popcorn::

:rotfl:

::yes::

[dismom9761]

I have another update. I have actually put outfits together for myself (they are not in the suitcase yet, but I have what shorts are going to be worn with which shirt, etc. I also have all of the mousekeeping envelopes stuffed and ready to go. Getting closer to actually putting things in the suitcases:thumbsup2
:woohoo: :thumbsup2

But, did you spreadsheet this information? :rolleyes1

popcorn::

:rotfl:
:rotfl2:

[TEminnie]

Have a safe and happy trip, Janet!
Sorry I won't be here to officially send you off but I am planning to wave at the plane!!:thumbsup2

...and long trip reports are a mandatory requirement of TFW so I'll be waiting when you return!

[jcc0621]

Have a safe and happy trip, Janet!
Sorry I won't be here to officially send you off but I am planning to wave at the plane!!:thumbsup2

...and long trip reports are a mandatory requirement of TFW so I'll be waiting when you return!

Have a fabulous time at the beach.

[KathyRN137]

Here is my imitation of Janet, packing for her WDW trip: :snail:

Kathy

[cmp1111]

Yay, Janet, such progress! I'm not going to give you a hard time, because I TRIED to pack early, but then needed all my summer clothes the week before and had to wear, wash, and pack AGAIN. No fun. :)

Less than a week... :banana:

[Disneyolic]

If it makes you feel any better, we did not pack our clothes for our vacation until the night before, and some the day we were leaving! I prefer to pack everything last minute because I'm the type of person who, if packed earlier, would take everything out just to make sure it was all there!

[DisneyJo]

I have another update. I have actually put outfits together for myself (they are not in the suitcase yet, but I have what shorts are going to be worn with which shirt, etc. I also have all of the mousekeeping envelopes stuffed and ready to go. Getting closer to actually putting things in the suitcases:thumbsup2 Wow better than me!!!!

But, did you spreadsheet this information? :rolleyes1 :rotfl2:

::yes:: :faint: Janet you are turning to the dark side now you know :rotfl2:

If it makes you feel any better, we did not pack our clothes for our vacation until the night before, and some the day we were leaving! I prefer to pack everything last minute because I'm the type of person who, if packed earlier, would take everything out just to make sure it was all there! Me too!

[jcc0621]

Here is my imitation of Janet, packing for her WDW trip: :snail:

Kathy

Hey!pirate:

Yay, Janet, such progress! I'm not going to give you a hard time, because I TRIED to pack early, but then needed all my summer clothes the week before and had to wear, wash, and pack AGAIN. No fun. :)

Less than a week... :banana:

This is what I am afraid of:guilty:

If it makes you feel any better, we did not pack our clothes for our vacation until the night before, and some the day we were leaving! I prefer to pack everything last minute because I'm the type of person who, if packed earlier, would take everything out just to make sure it was all there!

:thumbsup2


:faint: Janet you are turning to the dark side now you know :rotfl2:

:darth: It's all Tracy's fault:lmao:

[Disneyland_Mama]

:darth: It's all Tracy's fault:lmao:
I am so happy to enable any time! :teeth:

[jcc0621]

Are we going to have to call you TE, II:confused3 ;)

[jcc0621]

4 Days, 10 hours, and 42 minutes to go and I DO NOT HAVE ONE THING IN A SUITCASE YET. NOW PANIC IS STARTING TO SET IN. Tomorrow is my last day of work until September. 3 weeks vacation baby:banana: :banana: Here is the plan for the weekend.
Saturday - clean entire second floor.
Sunday - :laundy: while Scrooge is doing the yardwork.
PACK

Monday - Check in online with AirTran.
Pedicure.
Bank to cash in Stitch's Potty Bribe Money
To the Disney Store to get Disney Dollars.
Dinner at the Mall
Bath Stitch, In bed by 8:45-9:00
Pack any/all last minute stuff

Tuesday - Wake up REALLY EARLY
6:00am Stitch's Disney Enchanted Call is due
6:15 leave for airport. Check in at the airport valet by 6:45-7:00
7:00 - 7:15 Checking Luggage at Airport
Breakfast at the Airport.
Stitch to play at indoor playground at airport until Boarding
Flight scheduled to depart 9:25am.
Ok. I am going to bed now so that I can be in a really really good mood tomorrow when I tell everyone, I am sorry this won't be getting done until after September 4th = Have a nice day:lmao:

[SINYMom]

Just finished catching up on a bunch of PTRs. I don't pack until the night before we leave. It's like a ritual, it means I'm really going, it also means that my boys can't wear it again, which means I have to wash it again.

3 straight weeks of vacation!!! I'm sooo jealous, the last time I had that much time off, I gave birth to twins :lmao: . It took all of my energies and much advance overtime to get seven days off. It also means I'll work like a demon(?sp) upon my return.

Have a wonderful trip.:cool1:

[dismom9761]

3 weeks off??I am so green with envy.
Looking forward to more of the itineraries-I am such a dork.:rolleyes:

[Goofyluver]

It's your last day before vacation and today was my first day back from mine....that stinks!!! :sad2:

[Lauralee131]

Here is my imitation of Janet, packing for her WDW trip: :snail:


:lmao: :rotfl2: :lmao:

:darth: It's all Tracy's fault:lmao:
I can see that!!

I am so happy to enable any time! :teeth:

Runs in the family....

Are we going to have to call you TE, II:confused3 ;)

:thumbsup2 :lmao:

4 Days, 10 hours, and 42 minutes to go and I DO NOT HAVE ONE THING IN A SUITCASE YET. NOW PANIC IS STARTING TO SET IN. Tomorrow is my last day of work until September. 3 weeks vacation baby:banana: :banana: Here is the plan for the weekend.
Saturday - clean entire second floor.
Sunday - :laundy: while Scrooge is doing the yardwork.
PACK

Monday - Check in online with AirTran.
Pedicure.
Bank to cash in Stitch's Potty Bribe Money
To the Disney Store to get Disney Dollars.
Dinner at the Mall
Bath Stitch, In bed by 8:45-9:00
Pack any/all last minute stuff

Tuesday - Wake up REALLY EARLY
6:00am Stitch's Disney Enchanted Call is due
6:15 leave for airport. Check in at the airport valet by 6:45-7:00
7:00 - 7:15 Checking Luggage at Airport
Breakfast at the Airport.
Stitch to play at indoor playground at airport until Boarding
Flight scheduled to depart 9:25am.
Ok. I am going to bed now so that I can be in a really really good mood tomorrow when I tell everyone, I am sorry this won't be getting done until after September 4th = Have a nice day:lmao:

:woohoo:

[KathyRN137]

Bank to cash in Stitch's Potty Bribe Money



:rotfl: :rotfl: :rotfl: That's LOL funny!!

Good luck with your "chores!"

Kathy

[cmp1111]

Your plans sound terrific and reasonable to do! Way to go!

Enjoy your last day of work for a while. ;)

[Disneyolic]

Your plan so far sounds good. Except.....and there is always an except.....do you really want the Disney dollars? I found them a big pain in the ****. So, the past time we got the Disney gift cards for everyone. Much easier to keep track of.

[jcc0621]

I am thinking of getting a few Disney Dollars for Stitch to have and then the rest in a Gift Card, just os he can see the final product (Guess that wasn't a really good sentence when talking about going potty:lmao: )

[DisneyJo]

:rotfl2:

[jcc0621]

So here is the plan. We leave in 3 days, 1 hours and 46 minutes Not that I am counting or anything:rolleyes1

Anyway, you all read the weekend gameplan in my last post, so I have decided that tonight will be sitting on the back patio, laptop on the Dis, and a few :drinking1 I figure this will be my last chance to relax until we are at least at the airport Tuesday morning. In reality I won't relax until the plane has taken off:upsidedow. Right now time is moving at a snails pace but my stomach feel like:jumping1: becasue I am getting so excited.

Stitch is too, he told me today that he doesn't have to go back to school (daycare) until after we go to Walt Disney World. (That's my boy:thumbsup2 ) And he was telling all of his teachers in school that he was going to see Mickey.

Let's go Tuesday, get here already!

[Disneyland_Mama]

Yickes!!! Tuesday?!?!? Will it come fast enough? I've got a whole week after you leave and the time is just AGONY!!!!:headache:

I'm so excited for you. Be sure to wear your stalking glasses! I do hope we run into eachother at some point! :cool2:

[KathyRN137]

Anyway, you all read the weekend gameplan in my last post, so I have decided that tonight will be sitting on the back patio, laptop on the Dis, and a few :drinking1




Cheers!! :teeth:

Kathy

[Goofyluver]

:woohoo: YOu're almost there!!!!

[LurrrvtheDuck]

Hi Janet! I just read your Pre Trippie and am so excited for you guys!
I know what you mean about missing the Lapu Salute :sad1: I missed it by 7 days.

Love all the shirts you made, you're so crafty! I have the same Lime Green luggage tags! :thumbsup2 (and I bought them before I joined the DIS).

Plus I don't pack until the day before either. ;)

[mariacj]

Finally, whew, I caught up. :surfweb: I think I am in love with this pre-trip. I am so excited for you! :banana: I was laughing and getting excited for you.

Your guest room bed: I love how you have everything lying out. The envelopes so cute!!!! (Making notes... planning to copy)

i have to get on the boat and buy lime green t shirts. (Wonder if DF will wear one? :rotfl: )

I will now succumb to the crocs. i have a pair in mind, they look like ballet slippers. My friend has them. They are way cute... or I really want the flip flop crocs that I think AGPrincess has... (maybe it was another TP, can't remember I read too many! :confused3

Your son sounds amazingly cute and that you talk to your husband about the trip made me smile.

3 more days 3 more days 3 more days. I can't wait to read about it when you get back!!!! I will keep an eye out for more updates. I hope all plans follow through...

Okay, slowly, slowly, I am beginning to see a pattern of who the major players on this board are. I feel kinda stalkerish. :scared:

Should I celebrate again... YES
3 more days 3 more days 3 more days 3 more days 3 more days 3 more days


:cheer2: :cheer2: :cheer2: :cheer2: :cheer2:

[DisneyJo]

Another day closer to Tuesday Janet :thumbsup2 BTW I'm almost packed :faint: :lmao:

[jcc0621]

Yickes!!! Tuesday?!?!? Will it come fast enough? I've got a whole week after you leave and the time is just AGONY!!!!:headache:

I'm so excited for you. Be sure to wear your stalking glasses! I do hope we run into eachother at some point! :cool2:

Stalking glasses packed!!!!!!!!!

Cheers!! :teeth:

Kathy

Thanks

:woohoo: YOu're almost there!!!!

:cool1: :cool1:

Hi Janet! I just read your Pre Trippie and am so excited for you guys!
I know what you mean about missing the Lapu Salute :sad1: I missed it by 7 days.

Love all the shirts you made, you're so crafty! I have the same Lime Green luggage tags! :thumbsup2 (and I bought them before I joined the DIS).

Plus I don't pack until the day before either. ;)

Thanks for stopping over. Crafty? Not me. I completely had someone else make those shirts (from the disigns boards). I can work and iron though:thumbsup2

Finally, whew, I caught up. :surfweb: I think I am in love with this pre-trip. I am so excited for you! :banana: I was laughing and getting excited for you.

Your guest room bed: I love how you have everything lying out. The envelopes so cute!!!! (Making notes... planning to copy)

i have to get on the boat and buy lime green t shirts. (Wonder if DF will wear one? :rotfl: )

I will now succumb to the crocs. i have a pair in mind, they look like ballet slippers. My friend has them. They are way cute... or I really want the flip flop crocs that I think AGPrincess has... (maybe it was another TP, can't remember I read too many! :confused3

Your son sounds amazingly cute and that you talk to your husband about the trip made me smile.

3 more days 3 more days 3 more days. I can't wait to read about it when you get back!!!! I will keep an eye out for more updates. I hope all plans follow through...

Okay, slowly, slowly, I am beginning to see a pattern of who the major players on this board are. I feel kinda stalkerish. :scared:

Should I celebrate again... YES
3 more days 3 more days 3 more days 3 more days 3 more days 3 more days


:cheer2: :cheer2: :cheer2: :cheer2: :cheer2:

Thanks for stopping over. Feel free to "steal" the mousekeeping envelopes. I actually got that idea from here, someone sent me over to mousesavers.com and you can print them up right from there. I did make the receipts one myself.

Another day closer to Tuesday Janet :thumbsup2 BTW I'm almost packed :faint: :lmao:

You are ahead of me.:thumbsup2 I am waiting for Scrooge to finish the yardwork so I can get started on my agenda for the day. You are leaving on MOnday right? What time are you scheduled to get in? If you are planning on being at MK on that day the Fralinger String Band is playing before Spectro.

Explanation of a String Band: Every New Years Day here in Philly we have the Mummers Parade. The String Bands are part (the best part) of this parade, It is over 100 years old and they are really good. If anyone else is there on 8/13 keep an eye out for them:thumbsup2

[cmp1111]

I love your plan for tonight! :thumbsup2 D. is still away, but we have an ongoing couples' dinner night scheduled, so I'm going ahead to go. It's the parents from my playgroup, without the kids, and we meet every other month. :) I'll be doing some :drinking1 tonight, too, but sadly won't be on the DIS.

[DisneyJo]

You are leaving on MOnday right? What time are you scheduled to get in? If you are planning on being at MK on that day the Fralinger String Band is playing before Spectro. We should get to CSR about 5pm on Monday but it will be 10pm UK time and we'll have been up since 6am so we will be fighting to stay awake, all I've got planned is a swim and CS and try to stay awake till 9pm :rotfl2:

[mariacj]

Thanks for stopping over. Feel free to "steal" the mousekeeping envelopes. I actually got that idea from here, someone sent me over to mousesavers.com and you can print them up right from there. I did make the receipts one myself.

All right I am heading there right now. What would I do without you? I would probably lock myself in a closet with my laptop and go nuts!! :rotfl2:

[puggymom]

OOH Janet juxt a few more days:cheer2: , and finally you are getting yourself packed. :sad2:

Isn't there a Focker law about packing a certain # of weeks in advance, I really don't get this whole I don't pack until the night before. I am not leaving for 2 weeks for my Quest for the West Wyoming trip and my bags have been out for a while now and i am almost packed. I got my packing list for October completed too and once I am home from Wyoming I will start packing for Ocotober. Sheesh, what is wrong with you people, and you call yourselves Fockers.:confused:

Tracy help me out on this one.

[jcc0621]

I love your plan for tonight! :thumbsup2 D. is still away, but we have an ongoing couples' dinner night scheduled, so I'm going ahead to go. It's the parents from my playgroup, without the kids, and we meet every other month. :) I'll be doing some :drinking1 tonight, too, but sadly won't be on the DIS.

I will also be :drinking1 again this evening. Our neighbors just came back from the beach. We dog sit for them and they return the favor when we are on vacation, so they are going to come over for some black & tans. Your dinner party sounds like fun. Enjoy. What kind of dip are you making?

We should get to CSR about 5pm on Monday but it will be 10pm UK time and we'll have been up since 6am so we will be fighting to stay awake, all I've got planned is a swim and CS and try to stay awake till 9pm :rotfl2:

I tried to do that when I had to go to Stockholm for work. It was the hardest thing because all I wanted to do wwas go to sleep, becasue I had had no sleep on the plane:sad2: I tried to stay awake long enough to talk to Scrooge & Stitch before I went to bed, but I just couldn't do it. Here is some pixiedust: to help you stay awake until 9:00pm. I will think of you as I am doing my final preps Monday night:cool1:

All right I am heading there right now. What would I do without you? I would probably lock myself in a closet with my laptop and go nuts!! :rotfl2:

:rotfl2:

OOH Janet juxt a few more days:cheer2: , and finally you are getting yourself packed. :sad2:

Isn't there a Focker law about packing a certain # of weeks in advance, I really don't get this whole I don't pack until the night before. I am not leaving for 2 weeks for my Quest for the West Wyoming trip and my bags have been out for a while now and i am almost packed. I got my packing list for October completed too and once I am home from Wyoming I will start packing for Ocotober. Sheesh, what is wrong with you people, and you call yourselves Fockers.:confused:

Tracy help me out on this one.

:ssst: Don't tell on me....Fockers are supposed to stick up for each other:hippie: I have my carryon almost packed I just have to find my pool shoes, I have no clue where they are:confused3.

[cmp1111]

I will also be :drinking1 again this evening. Our neighbors just came back from the beach. We dog sit for them and they return the favor when we are on vacation, so they are going to come over for some black & tans. Your dinner party sounds like fun. Enjoy. What kind of dip are you making?

That sounds fun! We rotate houses for this, and it's always a kind of potluck. The hostess chooses a "theme" and makes the main dish, then the rest of us fill in the appetizers, salads, sides and dessert. Our theme tonight is Mexican, so I'm making a really good and easy refried bean dip, plus I'm taking some of my Dad's homemade salsa and some guacamole. :) Yum!

[Disneyland_Mama]

OOH Janet juxt a few more days:cheer2: , and finally you are getting yourself packed. :sad2:

Isn't there a Focker law about packing a certain # of weeks in advance, I really don't get this whole I don't pack until the night before. I am not leaving for 2 weeks for my Quest for the West Wyoming trip and my bags have been out for a while now and i am almost packed. I got my packing list for October completed too and once I am home from Wyoming I will start packing for Ocotober. Sheesh, what is wrong with you people, and you call yourselves Fockers.:confused:

Tracy help me out on this one.

I'm with you on this one, Mo. ;) I think we need to give Janet 1 poke to the eye. :lmao: Jo get's 2. Wait, don't touch her oozy eye..... :scared:

[jcc0621]

I'm with you on this one, Mo. ;) I think we need to give Janet 1 poke to the eye. :lmao: Jo get's 2. Wait, don't touch her oozy eye..... :scared:

I found my pool shoes so my carryon is packed:lmao:

[Disneydad99]

So here is the plan. We leave in 3 days, 1 hours and 46 minutes Not that I am counting or anything:rolleyes1

Anyway, you all read the weekend gameplan in my last post, so I have decided that tonight will be sitting on the back patio, laptop on the Dis, and a few :drinking1 I figure this will be my last chance to relax until we are at least at the airport Tuesday morning. In reality I won't relax until the plane has taken off:upsidedow. Right now time is moving at a snails pace but my stomach feel like:jumping1: becasue I am getting so excited.

Stitch is too, he told me today that he doesn't have to go back to school (daycare) until after we go to Walt Disney World. (That's my boy:thumbsup2 ) And he was telling all of his teachers in school that he was going to see Mickey.

Let's go Tuesday, get here already!

You Leave in 3 Days :cool1: How Awesome is that!!!!

I am sorry I am so far behind I go off the DIS for 2 days...& I can't get Caught Up!!!!

I am Looking fwd to the TR...When You get Back!!!!!




:thumbsup2

[DisneyJo]

Jo get's 2. Wait, don't touch her oozy eye..... :scared: :eek: :eek: :eek: :rotfl2:

I found my pool shoes so my carryon is packed:lmao: :yay:

Thought I'd just say Good Morning Janet only 2 days now :cool1:

[jcc0621]

I am going to start off tonights episode with this I HATE COMCAST. Our internet went down at 1:00pm and just came back on. This has been going on since mid-July, just shutting sown for no reason:confused3 We've had 4 techs out here. The 5th is coming tomorrow.:mad:

Back to our regularly scheduled TR. I FINISHED PACKING:banana: I thought I would get everything into 2 suitcases:rotfl2: but I wound up with three. I large, I medium and one Stitch size;) It was not without some drama though. Scrooge informs me as I am baggin and taggin stitch's stuff the he needs underwear :scared1: No he couldn't tell me this last week:headache: So after I am done packing, everything but his underwear, I take a shower and go to Kohl's to get him underwear. He is just lucky Kohl's was having a sale......

We are 1 day 12 hours and 6 minutes from departure :dance3:

[Disneydad99]

I am going to start off tonights episode with this I HATE COMCAST. Our internet went down at 1:00pm and just came back on. This has been going on since mid-July, just shutting sown for no reason:confused3 We've had 4 techs out here. The 5th is coming tomorrow.:mad:

Back to our regularly scheduled TR. I FINISHED PACKING:banana: I thought I would get everything into 2 suitcases:rotfl2: but I wound up with three. I large, I medium and one Stitch size;) It was not without some drama though. Scrooge informs me as I am baggin and taggin stitch's stuff the he needs underwear :scared1: No he couldn't tell me this last week:headache: So after I am done packing, everything but his underwear, I take a shower and go to Kohl's to get him underwear. He is just lucky Kohl's was having a sale......

We are 1 day 12 hours and 6 minutes from departure :dance3:

I hate Comcast also...I dan't have it But I hate it for You!!!!


& did ya get him Underoos!!!!:lmao: :lmao:




:rotfl2:

[Disneydad99]

BTW 1 Whole Day before you Leave!!!!

:cool1: :cool1: :cool1: :cool1: :cool1: :cool1: :cool1: :cool1: :cool1: :cool1: :cool1: :cool1: :cool1: :cool1: :cool1: :cool1: :cool1: :cool1: :cool1: :cool1:






:cool1:

[jcc0621]

I hate Comcast also...I dan't have it But I hate it for You!!!!
& did ya get him Underoos!!!!:lmao: :lmao:
:rotfl2:

Thanls and it would have served him right if I did:lmao:

[dismom9761]

Somehow I got behind on your report and you are about to leave!!:banana: In case I miss ya before you leave Have an awesome magical trip!!!

[Goofyluver]

I am going to start off tonights episode with this I HATE COMCAST. Our internet went down at 1:00pm and just came back on. This has been going on since mid-July, just shutting sown for no reason:confused3 We've had 4 techs out here. The 5th is coming tomorrow.:mad:

Back to our regularly scheduled TR. I FINISHED PACKING:banana: I thought I would get everything into 2 suitcases:rotfl2: but I wound up with three. I large, I medium and one Stitch size;) It was not without some drama though. Scrooge informs me as I am baggin and taggin stitch's stuff the he needs underwear :scared1: No he couldn't tell me this last week:headache: So after I am done packing, everything but his underwear, I take a shower and go to Kohl's to get him underwear. He is just lucky Kohl's was having a sale......

We are 1 day 12 hours and 6 minutes from departure :dance3:

:woohoo: :woohoo: :woohoo: :woohoo: :woohoo:

I'm so jealous that you're going to Disney!!!!!!!!!!!!

Don't worry...we'll hold down the fort while you're gone. Maybe DD will post some pics of underoos or something! :scared1:

[jcc0621]

Somehow I got behind on your report and you are about to leave!!:banana: In case I miss ya before you leave Have an awesome magical trip!!!


Thanks!

[Disneydad99]

:woohoo: :woohoo: :woohoo: :woohoo: :woohoo:

I'm so jealous that you're going to Disney!!!!!!!!!!!!

Don't worry...we'll hold down the fort while you're gone. Maybe DD will post some pics of underoos or something! :scared1:

Hmm is that possible....

http://i188.photobucket.com/albums/z20/clanque/c3po.jpg

http://i195.photobucket.com/albums/z130/colombianchick7791/3.jpg

Yep It's Possible>>>>:lmao: :lmao: :lmao: :lmao: :lmao:





:cool1:

[KathyRN137]

Scrooge informs me as I am baggin and taggin stitch's stuff the he needs underwear :scared1: No he couldn't tell me this last week:headache: So after I am done packing, everything but his underwear, I take a shower and go to Kohl's to get him underwear.


LOL, Janet!! :laughing: Ed does the same thing every time we are about to go anywhere! It must be a guy thing!

"I need a new pair of sneakers." After I just get back from getting them for the kids.

"Could you wash my bathing suit .....from last year? I want to bring that one." After I've just packed his newer ones.

"I'm just going to run out and buy some a)gum, b)magazines c) deodorant, or d) all of the above." 30 minutes before we are getting picked up for the airport. (And after I've been asking all week if he needs me to pick up anything for him at the store!!) :headache:

If you don't get a chance to check in again, I'll send you some pixiedust: now for a safe journey and an ultra-fabulous trip!!


Kathy

[Disneyland_Mama]

:rotfl2: I feel your pain Janet! DH pulls that shizzle all the time!

If I don't get back here before you leave I hope you have an awesome trip and that we run into eachother at some point! :goodvibes

Can't wait to read all about your Disney adventures! :woohoo:

:wizard: :wizard: :wizard:
:pixiedust: :pixiedust: :pixiedust:

[PaMom001]

Scrooge informs me as I am baggin and taggin stitch's stuff the he needs underwear :scared1: No he couldn't tell me this last week:headache: So after I am done packing, everything but his underwear, I take a shower and go to Kohl's to get him underwear. He is just lucky Kohl's was having a sale......

[/COLOR]

I would've gotten him the ugliest underwear that he ever laid eyes on.

Hmm is that possible....

http://i188.photobucket.com/albums/z20/clanque/c3po.jpg

http://i195.photobucket.com/albums/z130/colombianchick7791/3.jpg



:lmao: :thumbsup2 :rotfl2: :rotfl: :woohoo:

[PrincessV]

Hey Janet, tomorrow's the big day, right?! (We stop using Fuzzy math on the last day, TFI. ;) )

Sending you wishes for lots of fun, lots of happy memories, and, perhaps most impoortantly, LOTS of AC! :thumbsup2

Can't wait to read all about your trip when you get back popcorn::

[twob4him]

Its your last day! :cool1: :cool1: You mentioned that today was pedicure day! I lurve me some pedicure! Before Disney I had to paint 80 :eek: finger/toe nails!! Have fun enjoying the last minute stuff and everything will go well! Have a safe flight and an excellent vacation....let us know where you are starting your tr!! ;)
Bye!!!! :yay: party: :wave: :wave: :wave: :mickeyjum

[jcc0621]

Hey Janet, tomorrow's the big day, right?! (We stop using Fuzzy math on the last day, TFI. ;) )

Sending you wishes for lots of fun, lots of happy memories, and, perhaps most impoortantly, LOTS of AC! :thumbsup2

Can't wait to read all about your trip when you get back popcorn::

Yeah. no more Fuzzy Disney Math:banana: Stitch is walking around saying Mommy, one more sleep before we get on the plane to Disney World:goodvibes

Its your last day! :cool1: :cool1: You mentioned that today was pedicure day! I lurve me some pedicure! Before Disney I had to paint 80 :eek: finger/toe nails!! Have fun enjoying the last minute stuff and everything will go well! Have a safe flight and an excellent vacation....let us know where you are starting your tr!! ;)
Bye!!!! :yay: party: :wave: :wave: :wave: :mickeyjum

TTFN

[Disneyolic]

Woohoo for you! Only one more sleep night. Excellento! But all these great DISers are leaving me.....:guilty:

[cmp1111]

Don't be too stressed today, enjoy your pedi, and GO CRAZY!!!!!!!
:yay: :dance3: :cool1: :banana: :cheer2:

[jcc0621]

Countdown Please: 20 hours, 55 minutes :banana: :banana: Pedi is done and it was fabulous:thumbsup2 Heading out to the Disney Store shortly. I may be online again tonight, but if not Bye for now and I will "see" you all when we get back

[mariacj]

Countdown Please: 20 hours, 55 minutes :banana: :banana: Pedi is done and it was fabulous:thumbsup2 Heading out to the Disney Store shortly. I may be online again tonight, but if not Bye for now and I will "see" you all when we get back

:banana: :banana: :banana: :banana: :banana:

[Disneydad99]

:woohoo: :woohoo: :woohoo: :woohoo: :woohoo:

You Leave tomorrow....Have Fun....Go to bed early & get plenty of sleep ...Don't forget to drink lots of Liquids ...& put Bandaids...wait I am on some other Topic!!!!...


Have Fun...Take Lots of Pics...see ya when ya Get Back!!!!!1





:lmao:

[puggymom]

Just stopping by to wish you a wonderful magical time.

Can't wait to read all about it when you get back!!!

And DisneyDad, leave it up to you to post underroos:lmao:

[Disneydad99]

Just stopping by to wish you a wonderful magical time.

Can't wait to read all about it when you get back!!!

And DisneyDad, leave it up to you to post underroos:lmao:

Hey I was Challenged....It was a have Too!!!! ....Not a Want Too....OK a Little of both!!!!

[dismom9761]

Have an absolutely MAGICAL trip!!!!:cheer2: :cheer2:

[Lauralee131]

Countdown Please: 20 hours, 55 minutes :banana: :banana: Pedi is done and it was fabulous:thumbsup2 Heading out to the Disney Store shortly. I may be online again tonight, but if not Bye for now and I will "see" you all when we get back

I'll be lookin' for ya at P & P!!!pirate:

[Goofyluver]

:wave: We miss you already!!!

[cmp1111]

Just stopping in to say I'm thinking of you! Hope the P&PP is treating you fabulously!!! :yay:

[HomeschoolMama]

*sigh* I wish I was at Disney right now. I was reading your PTR when I realized you were probably just finishing your breakfast with Lilo and Stitch. Very fun! :thumbsup2

[cmp1111]

Yes, and I think I was wrong that you were at the P&PP last night. Maybe it's tonight. Oops!

Still hope you're having a ball!:goodvibes

[jcc0621]

Hi everyone. We are having a ball. CHecked out of POP this morning and are now at my parents house. We still have 5 days left, but have done alot so far, all of which I will talk about when we get back. Just wanted to say hi!

CE - P & P Party is actually on Tuesday Night:banana:

[dismom9761]

HI!!!:banana: Glad you are having a great trip!!:banana:

[cmp1111]

Hi everyone. We are having a ball. CHecked out of POP this morning and are now at my parents house. We still have 5 days left, but have done alot so far, all of which I will talk about when we get back. Just wanted to say hi!

CE - P & P Party is actually on Tuesday Night:banana:

Hi, Janet! Thanks for checking in! I KNEW I screwed that up. :rolleyes1 Anyway, enjoy the rest of your trip! ;)

[LurrrvtheDuck]

Oh Janet how great that you checked in from The World!

Hope you continue to have a Magical Trip! :wizard:

[TEminnie]

Cool! Live updates! Glad you are having a good trip!

[Disneyland_Mama]

Hi Janet! :wave: Stalking you in 2 days girl! :cool2:

[KathyRN137]

Hi everyone. We are having a ball. CHecked out of POP this morning and are now at my parents house. We still have 5 days left, but have done alot so far, all of which I will talk about when we get back. Just wanted to say hi!



Wonderful!! :goodvibes Can't wait!


Kathy

[jcc0621]

Hi everybody. I am uploading pics into photobucket now and should have the Day one posted tonight at some point.

We took almost 500 pictures :scared1: (oh the joy of digital) but I am only going to upload what I need for the first installment tonight so it won't take that long - I hope.

Janet

[Disneydad99]

Looking fwd to it Janet!!!!



:cool1:

[KathyRN137]

Yay!

:hourglass


Kathy

[jcc0621]

Travel Day dawns bright and sunny, well not really because Scrooge and I got up at 5:15 and there was no sun out yet. Anyway we get ourselves together, Scrooge goes to walk Tinkerbell and put the vacation feeders in the fish tank. I go to wake up Stitch. This was not an easy task but I finally coax him awake and help him get dressed.

We make our way down stairs when at 6:01 the phone rings, why who could that be - It was Tigger wishing Jimmy a Good Morning and a Good Trip.:woohoo: (Side Note: $2.99 for Disney's enchanted call was so worth the look on Stitch's Face). After our friendly wake-up call from Tigger we load up the car to go to the airport valet place that will keep our car while we are away, transport us to the airport, and pick us up when we return. We arrive there, check in, get transported to the airport and are at curbside check in by 7:15. We check our bags, all 3 of which had their ME Stickers on them (Keep this in you mind for later please). We check in and make our way to the security check point by 7:25. OMG the line is down the hall almost into the next terminal we are NEVER going to make our 9:25 flight. Boy they had me fooled, we got through that line in 45 minutes. Although personal opinion it would have been alot faster if they had more than 2 xray machine stations going:rolleyes1

We get through security, after convincing Stitch that it was OK to take his shoes off and walk on the dirty floor, without incident....We were good and followed all of the TSA regulations.

We arrive into Terminal D by 8:20. What to do with Stitch to keep him occupied without driving ourselves or the other people waiting crazy. No need to worry, although they apparently don't have enough security check people they do have a playground for the kids to keep them occupied - BRILLIANT I say! :cheer2: for not having to keep Stitch entertained until flight time. Here are some pics of the airport.

Stitch in the play area
http://i180.photobucket.com/albums/x262/jcc0621/PHL2.jpg

Stitch waiting to Board
http://i180.photobucket.com/albums/x262/jcc0621/PHL3.jpg

Our Plane
http://i180.photobucket.com/albums/x262/jcc0621/PHL5.jpg

Our flight departs on time and we arrive at MCO at 11:40, 17 minutes early:yay:. We grab our personal belongings and take small children by the hand to make our way over to the monorail to terminal B and find Magical Express fairly easily. I check us in, we get in line for the bus to Pop Century (which also goes to AK Lodge). We wait abut 20 minutes for the bus to arrive. We load up and we are on our way. (:offtopic: Scrooge and I were giggling at the people waiting for the buses complaining about having to stand in long lines:rotfl2: )

Our bus loads and it is a full bus so Stitch winds up siting on Scrooges lap. He is so tired from being up early and being excited that he falls asleep before the commercial, I mean video starts. Pop Century is the first stop and we arrive around 1:00 and DMom and DDad are there to greet us and to help us check in. Because we are using their friends and family discount they have to be with us when we check in to show their CM ID so we get the discount. The CM checking us in was great. He asked Scrooge if the refrigerator is for medical purposes and when he told hi it was for milk for Stitch he decided that was a medical reason and gave us the fridge for free:cool1:

We are in the 80's, building 9, Room 9260. Rubik's Cube steps with Mr & Mrs Potato head guarding us across the walkway. We throw down our carry on stuff and head to Everything Pop for some lunch. We grab some burgers & hot dogs and just relax to catch up with DMom & DDad. After lunch we headed to the arcade to let Stitch run a little and the parental units take off for home.

We head back to the room for a little rest and there is a knock on the door. It is the luggage, at least 2 of the 3 pieces of luggage. Scrooge's luggage isn't there:headache: We call the front desk who transfers us to luggage assistance, who inform us that his luggage got left at the airport and it should be in soon. OK, we can live with that.

We are tired and decide not to go to DTD, which was the plan, but to just hang out at POP for the night and get a fresh start in the morning. We ordered pizza delivered to the room for dinner and Stitch watched some Toon Disney and we all justed relaxed. Around 6:30pm I went out to smoke a cigarette (no flames please). The DSA was about 200 feet from our room so I make my way over there and starting writing my notes for this report. It starts to torrential rain and I run to the Rubik's cube that I think is our building, nope it's not. I wait another 20 minutes or so and then make a run for it. I make it back to our room by about 7:25, soaked. It stopped raining at 7:30:headache:

Stitch is still a little wired so we decide to take a walk around the hotel and check things out. We take our cups with us so we can get some drinks to take along with us (The cups were a great investment, especially for the days at the pool) We look around the store but we don't buy anything (Never on the 1st day and never without DMom and her 35% CM discount around) I do have some Disney Dollars that I had gotten for my birthday that I haven't decided what to with. I was checking out the black Micky Beach Crocs but haven't decided if I will get them at this point yet. We explore POP some more. We then head to the arcade and play a few more games before heading back to the room to give Stitch a bath. He is in bed at 9:30 (late for him) and asleep by 9:33.

Scrooge's luggage has still not arrived so we call luggage assistance and they swear that it will be here in the morning. OK, nothing we can do about it now. I call DMom to bring at least a clean shirt and socks for him just in case. She is picking us up in the am for our breakfast with Lilo & Stitch.

Here are some pictures form our walk about the POP:

http://i180.photobucket.com/albums/x262/jcc0621/Entrance1.jpg

http://i180.photobucket.com/albums/x262/jcc0621/BigWheel.jpg

http://i180.photobucket.com/albums/x262/jcc0621/PotatoHead2.jpg

http://i180.photobucket.com/albums/x262/jcc0621/MickeyMousePhone.jpg

http://i180.photobucket.com/albums/x262/jcc0621/Lady.jpg

I will stop here for now. Tune in next time for our next exciting episode---

Does Scrooge's luggage arrive?
Breakfast with Lilo and Stitch.
A little Soarin' action.

Same bat time, same bat station....

TTFN

[KathyRN137]

Well, other than the minor luggage snafu, you seem to be off to a great start! Oh, but what kind of a report would it be without a little cliffhanger to whet our appetites for more!! ;)

Great pix, too, BTW!!


Kathy

[dismom9761]

Your first day sounds like alot of fun.:thumbsup2 Would your mom like to adopt me?:goodvibes Yikes about his luggage!Nice to leave us hangin'...:goodvibes

[LurrrvtheDuck]

Oooh Janet, you've started. Airport security, ugh, I'm with you on more scanners.

Loving the "Disney or Bust" shirts :thumbsup2 . Stitch looks so cute playing in the airplane.

Sucks about the missing luggage, I would've been panicking :scared: and getting soaked. That's Florida weather for ya though, sudden rain then stop.

Overall sounds like a great beginning to a fun trip. popcorn::

[TEminnie]

Welcome home Janet!

Great start to your TR!

Ok--so did you fly Fed Ex?? Cause I see the plane in your picture. Were you guaranteed on-time delivery?? Do you get to pick a mystery package to open on board?? We would like a review of your experiences please!:lmao:

Great deal on the "medical purpose milk"--I'll remember that....!

The POP pictures look cool--keep 'em coming!

[HomeschoolMama]

Yeah! A TR! I'm dying to read about a trip about now! :cool1:
Off to a good start, for sure. I was just thinking I should put some of each person's clothes in each bag, but then I remember we get in so late that we have to pick up our own bags. Which is fine- I'd rather not be woken up at midnight!
Can't wait for more! popcorn::

[cmp1111]

We check our bags, all 3 of which had their ME Stickers on them (Keep this in you mind for later please).

Uh, oh... Foreshadowing...:sad2:

Our flight departs on time and we arrive at MCO at 11:40, 17 minutes early:yay:. We grab our personal belongings and take small children by the hand to make our way over to the monorail to terminal B and find Magical Express fairly easily. I check us in, we get in line for the bus to Pop Century (which also goes to AK Lodge). We wait abut 20 minutes for the bus to arrive. We load up and we are on our way. (:offtopic: Scrooge and I were giggling at the people waiting for the buses complaining about having to stand in long lines:rotfl2: )

Where do they think they're going??? :rotfl2: These are going to be the same people who get mad that they have to wait an hour for a TS table, because they didn't make ADRs... :rolleyes1

The CM checking us in was great. He asked Scrooge if the refrigerator is for medical purposes and when he told hi it was for milk for Stitch he decided that was a medical reason and gave us the fridge for free:cool1:

Woohoo!

We head back to the room for a little rest and there is a knock on the door. It is the luggage, at least 2 of the 3 pieces of luggage. Scrooge's luggage isn't there:headache: We call the front desk who transfers us to luggage assistance, who inform us that his luggage got left at the airport and it should be in soon. OK, we can live with that.

I'm afraid of the foreshadowing, but, at this point I was going to say that ours came in two deliveries. We were told that it was because they just pull everything out of baggage claim and load it onto appropriate buses. They don't bother to try to keep a party's luggage together because it would involve a ton more work and delays. We were OK with that, too, but we did get our final piece less than 2 hours later. It's not sounding that way for you, I'm sorry to hear...:sad2:


Scrooge's luggage has still not arrived so we call luggage assistance and they swear that it will be here in the morning. OK, nothing we can do about it now. I call DMom to bring at least a clean shirt and socks for him just in case. She is picking us up in the am for our breakfast with Lilo & Stitch.

Sorry about that!

Great pictures! Thanks for a great start, Janet! :thumbsup2

[Disneydad99]

Great 1st day...I love the Shirts....

Enjoyed the Pics...


Keep it coming!!!!



:cool1:

[jcc0621]

Well, other than the minor luggage snafu, you seem to be off to a great start! Oh, but what kind of a report would it be without a little cliffhanger to whet our appetites for more!! ;)

Great pix, too, BTW!!


Kathy

My first response:woohoo: Thanks for reading. I learned the cliff hanger thing from DM, so plame her:lmao:

Your first day sounds like alot of fun.:thumbsup2 Would your mom like to adopt me?:goodvibes Yikes about his luggage!Nice to leave us hangin'...:goodvibes

Thanks for coming back:goodvibes

Oooh Janet, you've started. Airport security, ugh, I'm with you on more scanners.

Loving the "Disney or Bust" shirts :thumbsup2 . Stitch looks so cute playing in the airplane.

Sucks about the missing luggage, I would've been panicking :scared: and getting soaked. That's Florida weather for ya though, sudden rain then stop.

Overall sounds like a great beginning to a fun trip. popcorn::

MCO was so much better. They had 20 security screeners going and it wasn't even that crowded when we got there.

Welcome home Janet!

Great start to your TR!

Ok--so did you fly Fed Ex?? Cause I see the plane in your picture. Were you guaranteed on-time delivery?? Do you get to pick a mystery package to open on board?? We would like a review of your experiences please!:lmao:

Great deal on the "medical purpose milk"--I'll remember that....!

The POP pictures look cool--keep 'em coming!

:lmao: AirTran which I would fly again. They were so cheap. $103 pp roundtrip.

Yeah! A TR! I'm dying to read about a trip about now! :cool1:
Off to a good start, for sure. I was just thinking I should put some of each person's clothes in each bag, but then I remember we get in so late that we have to pick up our own bags. Which is fine- I'd rather not be woken up at midnight!
Can't wait for more! popcorn::

After this I wll definitely pack an outfit as carryon just incase of such an emergency.



Where do they think they're going??? :rotfl2: These are going to be the same people who get mad that they have to wait an hour for a TS table, because they didn't make ADRs... :rolleyes1


This was completely our thought too.



Great 1st day...I love the Shirts....

Enjoyed the Pics...


Keep it coming!!!!



:cool1:

Thanks DD. As for the shirts, they didn't hold up too well and the one's I made wound up in the trash after we wore them:sad2: The iron on's did not stay ironed on and strated peeling off...I don't think I will do that again. For the cost I can go to the Disney Store or Disneyshopping.com and order matching shirts that at least will last longer than one wearing.

Thanks for reading everyone. I will post the next installment sometime tonight

Janet

[jcc0621]

Day 2 dawns bright and sunny, well maybe not, the curtains were drawn and it was DARK in that room.

At 6:45 we receive our friendly wake up call from Stitch. Stitch just thought that was great. First thing Scrooge does is call luggage assistance to see about his missing suitcase. No luck there. They are still trying to track it down:headache: We go about our business of getting ready, except Scrooge who has nothing to get ready with. DMom arrives around 7:15 with clean underwear remember that new underwear I bought him 2 days before we left), socks, and a shirt for Scrooge (he is going to wear his jeans, yes in August He gets ready and we are all out the door by 7:35. We have an 8:15 date with Lilo and Stitch at the Polynesian for breakfast. We arrive by 8:00a and are seated right away. Stitch is wearing his birthday shirt so he is getting alot of extra attention from the servers and loving every minute of it.

Stitch meets his namesake as well as Lilo, Mickey, and Pluto. All were on, Stitch made a big fuss over Stitch's shirt and did the rest of the gang. After a shaky start by our Stitch (didn't want to meet the characters) all was well and a grand time was had by all.

Stitch and Stitch
http://i180.photobucket.com/albums/x262/jcc0621/Stitch2.jpg

Stitch and Pluto
http://i180.photobucket.com/albums/x262/jcc0621/Pluto2.jpg

Stitch and Mickey (notice the fingers in his ears, I forgot to put in his ear plugs, remembered after this pic - no more fingers in the ears!)
http://i180.photobucket.com/albums/x262/jcc0621/Mickey1.jpg

Stitch and Lilo
http://i180.photobucket.com/albums/x262/jcc0621/Lilo2.jpg

After our good breakfast, we head over to EPCOT. Our first stop is the stroller rental (remember the stroller I told you I bought ahead of time and sent down to my parents, ye left it in the room. Luckily DMom was with us and CM's get FREE stroller rentals (I really need to convince DH we need to retire to Florida ) We get our loverly purple child carrier with wheels and head straight for Soarin to get fast passes. It was 9:15 and the wait was already 60 minutes. We grab a fast pass with a return time of 10:55 and head over to Figment (Stitch's first pick). We see figment, but Mother of the year again forgot the ear plugs so Stitch got a little freaked by the train and then the explosion (when they take your pic). After Figment we head over to Nemo, BUT first we stop in the DSA to catch a smoke and to PUT IN STITCH's ear plugs *I never said I was a mother of the year candidate)

http://i180.photobucket.com/albums/x262/jcc0621/Jimmy.jpg

After our quick pit stop Stitch pick the new Nemo ride so we head over to the Living Seas. There was no wait and we walked right on. I thought the ride was very cute, but if I had to wait more than like 10 minutes I wouldn't do it. After we find Nemo we head over for the 10:40 showing of Crush. The 10:40 show was canceled:confused3 so we just walked around the pavilion until it was time for our Soarin fast pass.

http://i180.photobucket.com/albums/x262/jcc0621/Shark1.jpg
http://i180.photobucket.com/albums/x262/jcc0621/Shark.jpg
http://i180.photobucket.com/albums/x262/jcc0621/Crush.jpg

After Nemo it is time for some Soarin' We drop the stroller at the parking area and make the 10 mile trek to the que area. We wait another 10 minutes are led to our pre boarding area. ROW 1. I was little leary about Row 1 since this was Stitch's first time riding and though about seeing if someone from row 3 would switch with us (yeah, I know what the HE double hockey sticks was I thinking:eek: ) No need to worry - STITCH LOVED IT. He wasn't thrilled about the golf ball but loved the rest of it. He even lifter his feet in the air when we went over the water because he though his new sneakers were going to get wet!!!!!

After our sight seeing tour over California DMom leaves. She is going to Walmart to buy some clothes for Scrooge. We plan on meeting up with her and Ddad later. Stitch's next choice was the Universe of Energy. Sounded good to me - it's air conditioned and the Heat Index was 102. We wait outside for about 5 minutes (seemed much longer in the heat) and are let into the preshow area. It was a pretty full show and people were mad when the CM's asked them not to sit on the floor. These wold probably be the same people who would sure if they got stepped on:rolleyes: Stitch loved the dinosaurs and mama loved her nap.:thumbsup2 Although I almost got snagged by Stitch afterwards when he asked me which was my favorite dinosaur. Scrooge gave me the name of one to tell him.........

At this point Test Track is 120 minutes:scared:, we are going to be hitting World Showcase with DMom & Ddad later in the day and mission space is being saved for date night. Now was a good time to take a break. First thing though is to grab a fast pass for Test Track. Return time 8:15:scared1: We take the stroller back and begin the long trek to the POP bus stop (even longer without a stroller) Is it me or are the POP bus stops the furthest away at every park:confused: We wait about 20 minutes for a bus and go back to POP Scrooge takes the mugs and heads over to the food court to get drinks and a light lunch. While Stitch and I are waiting there is a knock on the door, I thought it was Scrooge who couldn't use his card key to get in because his hands were full. I was wrong. It was the missing luggage:cheer2: :cheer2: :cheer2: It arrived in tact, well except for the missing name tag and missing ME tag. It did have a big TSA cleared sticker on it though. It was a pretty neon orange. Here is what we think happened. His suitcase was randomly pulled to be checked by the TSA and what ever einstein did the checking took the ME tag off for some reason. Oh well, at this point we didn't care - Scrooge had clothes. I called Dmom and told her return everything to Walmart. Scrooge was very happy when he returned back to the room.

Forgot to mention that when we got back to the room we found this guy guarding the TV remote for us
http://i180.photobucket.com/albums/x262/jcc0621/TowelAnimal2.jpg

We relax in the room until about 5:30 when Dmom & Ddad return to go to Epcot with us. We hop in the car and drive over with them. Stitch falls asleep before we are even out of the parking lot (Keep this is the back of your mind for later installments). We arrive get through security and go back to get our stroller (Scrooge is carrying Stitch from the car to the stroller rental area - 43lbs of dead wait) We put Stitch in the stroller
http://i180.photobucket.com/albums/x262/jcc0621/JimmySleeping1.jpg
http://i180.photobucket.com/albums/x262/jcc0621/JimmySleeping2.jpg

We all decide we are not really hungry so we head to the American pavilion for some burgers and dogs. It was just too hot to eat. Ddad only had a soft pretzel. Stitch wakes up just as we are finishing up but he is not hungry either. I get him some fruit to take with us to munch on as we go and we head over to Mexico to ride the new Mexico ride, stopping along the way to look around the other countries. We all liked it and Stitch said "it's just like IASW" which made us all:laughing: . After Mexico it was time for Test Track. DMom & Ddad left (Ddad had to work the next day and had to get up early) and we got into the FP que for test track. Even with FP it was still a 15 minutes wait. (Side Note: I remembers Stitch's earplugs as soon as he woke up:cheer2: )After the ride and a walk though the post show and store it was 8:50 and we decided to skip Illuminations this night since Stitch wasn't doing well with loud noises. We take the stroller back and head over to the POP bus stop and hit the line just as a bus pulls in. We are back at POP by 9:30, get Stitch ready for bed, he wants Stacy on to fall asleep:sad2: and is sleeping like an angel by the time he hits #5 on her list. Scrooge and I sit up a while talking and then we both go sleep. We are tired, and this was only Day 1.

Tune in tomorrow our next exciting adventure. Same bat time, same bat channel

Thanks for reading

TTFN
Janet

[KathyRN137]

OMGoodness, we could not survive WDW without Billy's earplugs!! No way! :rolleyes: And I have to admit that even I wear earplugs on rides like Dinosaur! Yikes, that thing is L-O-U-D!!

It certainly sounds hot; poor Scrooge in his long jeans! Ugh!

Definitely a good call on the midday nap...I certainly think that does qualify you for a MOTY nomination!! :goodvibes

Looking forward to the next installment....


Kathy

[LurrrvtheDuck]

What a great day Janet, that breakfast looked yummy especially the pineapples.

Stitch looks so cute with the characters.

And thank goodness Scrooge got his luggage.

Can't wait to hear more popcorn::

[boysmom5150]

Hi Janet,
Well Im sorry that Im really really late to the party, but I guess they say better late than never!! :lmao:
I am all caught up and enjoyed your pre-TR , I could feel your excitement!!
Sounds like a fun 1st day and 2nd day, the pics of stitch sleeping are soo cute the poor guy is all tuckered out.
Sorry it took so long for scrooges baggage to arrive but again better late than never:lmao: I have heard that alot with ME lately. A friend of ours had all there bags missing for 48hrs.....YES 48HRS!!!All they had was the clothes on there backs. THey have 2 small kids. It was horrible.
Anywho, cant wait to hear about more of yoour trip.
Theresa:goodvibes

BTW....way to go scrooge making aquariums with blue jello and swedish fish
That is way way impressive:thumbsup2

[jcc0621]

OMGoodness, we could not survive WDW without Billy's earplugs!! No way! :rolleyes: And I have to admit that even I wear earplugs on rides like Dinosaur! Yikes, that thing is L-O-U-D!!

It certainly sounds hot; poor Scrooge in his long jeans! Ugh!

Definitely a good call on the midday nap...I certainly think that does qualify you for a MOTY nomination!! :goodvibes

Looking forward to the next installment....


Kathy

I will definitely invest in the ear plugs for the next trip too. They were such a life saver. Stitch has had a real problem with lud stuff since he had his tubes put in.

We never did nap, but we just relaxed, so I guess that counts:thumbsup2

What a great day Janet, that breakfast looked yummy especially the pineapples.

Stitch looks so cute with the characters.

And thank goodness Scrooge got his luggage.

Can't wait to hear more popcorn::

Hopefully tonight:cool2:

Hi Janet,
Well Im sorry that Im really really late to the party, but I guess they say better late than never!! :lmao:
I am all caught up and enjoyed your pre-TR , I could feel your excitement!!
Sounds like a fun 1st day and 2nd day, the pics of stitch sleeping are soo cute the poor guy is all tuckered out.
Sorry it took so long for scrooges baggage to arrive but again better late than never:lmao: I have heard that alot with ME lately. A friend of ours had all there bags missing for 48hrs.....YES 48HRS!!!All they had was the clothes on there backs. THey have 2 small kids. It was horrible.
Anywho, cant wait to hear about more of yoour trip.
Theresa:goodvibes

BTW....way to go scrooge making aquariums with blue jello and swedish fish
That is way way impressive:thumbsup2

Thanks for reading.
48 hours:eek: I think I would have had to hurt someone. It taught me to have one change of clothing in the carry on from now on. We usually drive so I didn't think we'd need it. Oh well, live and learn.

[Disneyolic]

We make our way down stairs when at 6:01 the phone rings, why who could that be - It was Tigger wishing Jimmy a Good Morning and a Good Trip.:woohoo: (Side Note: $2.99 for Disney's enchanted call was so worth the look on Stitch's Face).This is totally cool! I wish I had known for my kiddos....


Stitch in the play area
http://i180.photobucket.com/albums/x262/jcc0621/PHL2.jpgVery nice! :thumbsup2

(:offtopic: Scrooge and I were giggling at the people waiting for the buses complaining about having to stand in long lines:rotfl2: )That is sooooooooo not off topic! That is too funny and I wonder what these people were thinking when they actually had to wait in real lines....

He asked Scrooge if the refrigerator is for medical purposes and when he told hi it was for milk for Stitch he decided that was a medical reason and gave us the fridge for free:cool1: Isn't it medically necessary that kids receive their calcium every day? ;)

Around 6:30pm I went out to smoke a cigarette (no flames please). The DSA was about 200 feet from our room so I make my way over there and starting writing my notes for this report. http://www.gifs.net/Animation11/Everything_Else/Smoking/Cartoon_lighter.gif
Well, how can you smoke without a flame? From a nonsmoker...I thank you for using the DSA! :thumbsup2

He is in bed at 9:30 (late for him) and asleep by 9:33. Isn't this the best?


Hoping it gets better from here (as far as the luggage goes). But I've only read this one update so far...

[Disneyolic]

After Figment we head over to Nemo, BUT first we stop in the DSA to catch a smoke and to PUT IN STITCH's ear plugs *I never said I was a mother of the year candidate)http://www.gifs.net/Animation11/Everything_Else/Smoking/Cruella_smokes.gifSorry...I just had to do it! :rolleyes:

After Nemo it is time for some Soarin' We drop the stroller at the parking area and make the 10 mile trek to the que area. We wait another 10 minutes are led to our pre boarding area. ROW 1. I was little leary about Row 1 since this was Stitch's first time riding and though about seeing if someone from row 3 would switch with us (yeah, I know what the HE double hockey sticks was I thinking:eek: ) No need to worry - STITCH LOVED IT. He wasn't thrilled about the golf ball but loved the rest of it. He even lifter his feet in the air when we went over the water because he though his new sneakers were going to get wet!!!!!Ten mile trek is right! But totally worth it ... especially with FPs!!! Glad he liked it. My boys loved it too! Oops...giving away too much. Well, maybe I'm just kidding....:confused3


Okay...finally caught up and looking forward to more. Now on to my 99 other subbed threads...:upsidedow

[cmp1111]

Nice day!

I'm glad Scrooge's luggage arrived. :)

The breakfast looks yummy. :thumbsup2

I'm glad someone besides me liked Universe of Energy... :rotfl:

Keep it comin'!

[TEminnie]

I would have traded Soarin' rows with ya! (I had always got on the front row till one time in March--got on the 3rd row and saw feet in my way):mad:
Ya know--if everyone was the proper height like me, then we wouldn't have this problem!:lmao:

So, do loud noises upset him? My niece, Hannah, seems to prefer them--she screams all the time. We think it may be because my MIL takes care of her and can't hear a thing so she has to talk REALLY loud...:confused3

[PaMom001]

Yay!! Only 2 updates since I left.

[Disneydad99]

Hey Janet...Great Update...I love a Day at WDW on a Birthday.....

& how cute the Pics of Stich Sleeping!!!!

Great B-Day Shirt,,,I hope it survived better than the Others !!!!



:cool1:

[dismom9761]

Great installment! I love his bday shirt and the picture of Stitch asleep.Its great that he loved Soarin ,I hope my DD3 gets to ride it this year.Those earplugs are a sanity saver!

[jcc0621]

http://www.gifs.net/Animation11/Everything_Else/Smoking/Cruella_smokes.gifSorry...I just had to do it! :rolleyes:

:rolleyes:

Ten mile trek is right! But totally worth it ... especially with FPs!!! Glad he liked it. My boys loved it too! Oops...giving away too much. Well, maybe I'm just kidding....:confused3




Hey!
My lips are sealed




Nice day!

I'm glad Scrooge's luggage arrived. :)

The breakfast looks yummy. :thumbsup2

I'm glad someone besides me liked Universe of Energy... :rotfl:

Keep it comin'!

I'm glad it came too - he was REALLY uncomfortable in those jeans. Breakfast wos good, typical breakfast foods, but yummy.

UOE is a GREAT place for nap:lmao:

I would have traded Soarin' rows with ya! (I had always got on the front row till one time in March--got on the 3rd row and saw feet in my way):mad:
Ya know--if everyone was the proper height like me, then we wouldn't have this problem!:lmao:

So, do loud noises upset him? My niece, Hannah, seems to prefer them--she screams all the time. We think it may be because my MIL takes care of her and can't hear a thing so she has to talk REALLY loud...:confused3

They don't upset him but if things are too loud he will cover his ears. He has been like this since he had tubes put in (after 13 ear infections before he was 18 months old:sad2: ). I guess it is pretty amazing what your precption is when you can actually hear:rolleyes1

Yay!! Only 2 updates since I left.

Welcome Back

Hey Janet...Great Update...I love a Day at WDW on a Birthday.....

& how cute the Pics of Stich Sleeping!!!!

Great B-Day Shirt,,,I hope it survived better than the Others !!!!

:cool1:

:sad2: :sad2: on the shirt. I don't know if I did something wrong but they all peeled off after the first wearing.

Great installment! I love his bday shirt and the picture of Stitch asleep.Its great that he loved Soarin ,I hope my DD3 gets to ride it this year.Those earplugs are a sanity saver!

The height requirement is 40 inches. Stitch is 43 inches, but I was much more confident that they had the strp to go between his legs to make sure he didn't slide out of the seat:thumbsup2

[PrincessV]

We head back to the room for a little rest and there is a knock on the door. It is the luggage, at least 2 of the 3 pieces of luggage. Scrooge's luggage isn't there:headache: We call the front desk who transfers us to luggage assistance, who inform us that his luggage got left at the airport and it should be in soon. OK, we can live with that.
Magical? Yes. Express? Not so much. :sad2:

I make it back to our room by about 7:25, soaked. It stopped raining at 7:30:headache:
Ugh - welcome to FL!

*I never said I was a mother of the year candidate)
:rotfl2: Welcome to the club! :hug:
We are back at POP by 9:30, get Stitch ready for bed, he wants Stacy on to fall asleep:sad2:
What IS it with her that the kids can't get enough of??? :confused3

Great start Janet! :thumbsup2

[cherbear]

I would have traded Soarin' rows with ya! (I had always got on the front row till one time in March--got on the 3rd row and saw feet in my way):mad:
Ya know--if everyone was the proper height like me, then we wouldn't have this problem!:lmao:


:wave2: I'm the proper height!


Well I am caught up and thoroughly enjoyed reading! WTG on starting up so quickly after returning! I had tubes when I was 2 and I still have problems with my ears (I'm 25). I have to wear the earplanes when flying, and even then my ears still won't pop all the way. Last year after flying back from Hawaii, our layover was in Atlanta and I was crying in the airport b/c my right ear was hurting so bad. It was stopped up for a week after I got home. In general, loud noises don't bother me....just loud bass. It rattles my ears!

[cherbear]

Magical? Yes. Express? Not so much. :sad2:



:rotfl2:

[jcc0621]

Magical? Yes. Express? Not so much. :sad2:


Ugh - welcome to FL!


:rotfl2: Welcome to the club! :hug:

What IS it with her that the kids can't get enough of??? :confused3

Great start Janet! :thumbsup2

Hey V! Welcome back. Sounds like you girls had a fabulous time. Can't wait to read all about it:thumbsup2 As for Stacy, I don't know. She annoyed me after 5 minutes:laughing:

:wave2: I'm the proper height!


Well I am caught up and thoroughly enjoyed reading! WTG on starting up so quickly after returning! I had tubes when I was 2 and I still have problems with my ears (I'm 25). I have to wear the earplanes when flying, and even then my ears still won't pop all the way. Last year after flying back from Hawaii, our layover was in Atlanta and I was crying in the airport b/c my right ear was hurting so bad. It was stopped up for a week after I got home. In general, loud noises don't bother me....just loud bass. It rattles my ears!

Oh, I hope Stitch doens't have the same problem. I had earplanes for him just in case but we never had to use them:thumbsup2

[DisneyJo]

Great installments Janet so glad you got your luggage at last! Love the photo of Stitch asleep in the stroller:)

BTW to help my ears I use a nasal spray and it is amazing, before I used to be in so much pain and sometimes deaf for 24 hours after a flight but now I'm fine :yay:

[jcc0621]

The plan was to sleep in today. Apparently Stitch did not read this part of the plan because he decided that 6:30 was a GOOD time to wake up. We had a light breakfast in the room (yogurt and granola bars) changed into our swimsuits and were headed to the Hippy Dippy Pool at 8:30am. We played and swam (Stitch’s swimming really improved during this trip!) and at 10:00am the lifeguard came over to ask Stitch if he wanted to help officially open the pool. He was playing shy this morning so we declined. Some pictures from the pool:
http://i180.photobucket.com/albums/x262/jcc0621/HippyDippyPool8.jpg
http://i180.photobucket.com/albums/x262/jcc0621/HippyDippyPool5.jpg

We played and swam some more and at about 11:00am decided this would be a good time for a light/early lunch. We dry off and head into the food court – OMG where did all of these people come from?:confused3 Aren’t they supposed to be at the parks by now? Oh well, we grabbed some fruit and some other easy to transport munchables, fill up our mugs, and head back to the room for a snack and a rest.

When we got there Stitch’s stuffed animals were guarding the room.
http://i180.photobucket.com/albums/x262/jcc0621/Window1.jpg
http://i180.photobucket.com/albums/x262/jcc0621/TowelAnimal3-1.jpg

We rested for a few minutes (watching Stacy:sick: ) and then started to get ready for our afternoon/evening at Disney/MGM Studios. Around 2:00 we head out to the bus stop. The bus arrives and as we are headed to MGM Stitch falls asleep on the bus (see the theme developing here). Luckily we had the umbrella stroller so Scrooge did not have to carry him from the bus, through the turnstiles, to get a stroller. We get to MGM, I go through security (Scrooge had Stitch in the stroller but no bags) and we go through the turnstiles. We stopped to get some $2.00 Advil because Scrooge had a headache and get a prime spot (in the shade) on Hollywood Blvd for the parade. At this point it is about 2:45; the parade starts at 3:00 but won’t get to where we are until about 3:25 or so. Stitch wakes up about 3 minutes before the parade gets to us and loves it (We remembered to put his ear plugs in, while he was sleeping which was not so easy). He is very into the Power Rangers right now (which is odd because we don’t let him watch them, I figure his friends at school must watch them and talk about them) so he was very excited to see the Red Ranger (Confused). I like this parade, but it is kind of old now so I will be glad to see something new when we return next year.::yes::

After the motorcade we headed over to Playhouse Disney Live on Stage. This show is cute but again I will be glad when the new show is up and running next year, it is time for an update. (This is something I noticed throughout MGM, A LOT of things need updating, like it is the lonely neglected step-child) After our singing and dancing review with Bear and the gang we headed over to Sci-Fi for our 4:45 ADR. We were seated right away and our server was great. Very attentive without being overbearing. Scrooge had the butcher steak which was very good. Stitch had the mac & cheese and ate every bite, so it must have been good too. What I ordered, not so much :sad2: I had the Shrimp & Penne Pasta which was eh. The shrimp part was good, but the pasta was dry. I am no Betty Crocker, but how do you make DRY pasta? The atmosphere of this place alone would make me go back, but I would not order the Shrimp & Penne Pasta

http://i180.photobucket.com/albums/x262/jcc0621/SciFiDineIn4.jpg

By the time dinner was over Stitch had had it, so to avoid a major meltdown we let him play in the HISK playground until it closed. We then just did some walking around (sightseeing in Hollywood) and some shopping. Stitch was all gung ho prior to the trip about riding Start Tours but when the time came he did not want to and we didn’t force him.
http://i180.photobucket.com/albums/x262/jcc0621/HISKPlayground1.jpg
http://i180.photobucket.com/albums/x262/jcc0621/HISK3.jpg
http://i180.photobucket.com/albums/x262/jcc0621/Kermit.jpg
<a href="http://photobucket.com" target="_blank"><img src="http://i180.photobucket.com/albums/x262/jcc0621/DimeStoreCowboy.jpg" border="0" alt="Photo Sharing and Video Hosting at Photobucket"></a>
http://i180.photobucket.com/albums/x262/jcc0621/BuzzHat2.jpg

We headed out to the bus and boarded a bus to POP. We let him play in the arcade for a little while and headed back to the room by about 9:30. When we got there what was waiting for Stitch
http://i180.photobucket.com/albums/x262/jcc0621/BirthdayCArd.jpg
HAPPY BIRTHDAY STITCH, FROM MICKEY:yay:

Stitch was quite excited and it was a great way to end our day.
http://i180.photobucket.com/albums/x262/jcc0621/BedTime1.jpg


Tomorrow Animal Kingdom, Our Half Day Park.

So tune in next time. Same bat time. Same bat channel. Thanks for reading!

TTFN

[jcc0621]

Great installments Janet so glad you got your luggage at last! Love the photo of Stitch asleep in the stroller:)

BTW to help my ears I use a nasal spray and it is amazing, before I used to be in so much pain and sometimes deaf for 24 hours after a flight but now I'm fine :yay:

:cool1: :cool1: Yeah, you are back and online. How is the jet lag!

[puggymom]

Hey Janet, I am still in Wyoming and thought I would catch up on some trip reports. Looks like a great start and I can't wait to read more when I get home!

[KathyRN137]

Isn't it nice to have a sleep-in/relaxing morning at WDW? We tried it for the first time last year and it will definitely be in our plans from now on!

It's true what they say about younger kids; the thing they remember most about their vacation is the POOL!! Looks like Stitch really enjoyed the Hippy-Dippy.

Belated Happy B'day to the little guy...

Kathy

[boysmom5150]

Hey Janet, I am still in Wyoming and thought I would catch up on some trip reports. Looks like a great start and I can't wait to read more when I get home!

I just posted on another thread wondering if you didnt go on your trip. HOWEVER this explains it....you are in Wyoming DIS-ing.
You get my vote as DIS-er of the Year!!
Hope you are having fun, cant wait to hear about it when you get back:goodvibes

[boysmom5150]

Hi Janet,
Sounds like another great day. That water and those parks sure knock the kiddies out dont they?!?!?!
Cute pics of "the boys" at sci-fi.
I kind of agree that MGM does need some "help" or updating.
Cant wait to hear about AK

[cherbear]

I love the reflection in the stuffed animal picture....no, really it's pretty cool! :thumbsup2

[jcc0621]

Hey Janet, I am still in Wyoming and thought I would catch up on some trip reports. Looks like a great start and I can't wait to read more when I get home!

Have a great rest of the trip and we'll see you when we get back:goodvibes

Isn't it nice to have a sleep-in/relaxing morning at WDW? We tried it for the first time last year and it will definitely be in our plans from now on!

It's true what they say about younger kids; the thing they remember most about their vacation is the POOL!! Looks like Stitch really enjoyed the Hippy-Dippy.

Belated Happy B'day to the little guy...

Kathy

The rest time is a definite must:thumbsup2 and will definitely be in all future plans. Although it is is much easier to do with a 10 day trip than a 5 day trip.

Actually his birthday is this coming Saturday, we just celebrated while in Disney too!:ssst: :rolleyes1

[jcc0621]

Hi Janet,
Sounds like another great day. That water and those parks sure knock the kiddies out dont they?!?!?!
Cute pics of "the boys" at sci-fi.
I kind of agree that MGM does need some "help" or updating.
Cant wait to hear about AK

The water just knocks them out:thumbsup2 I am actually siting behind them inat pic too. The waiter took the pic for us which I thought was very cool of him.

I actually get kind of sad going to MGM now, but maybe with the name change coming and the few changes I have heard about will cheer the place up a but:thumbsup2

I love the reflection in the stuffed animal picture....no, really it's pretty cool! :thumbsup2

Scrooge took that pic and it was the only way we could get it. We don't have filters for the camera, but after seeing that he wants to get some. I am thinking they will make a good Christmas present:thumbsup2

[cmp1111]

That sounds like a nice day. We did just have 5 nights, so no relaxing like that for us - except that we really only did about 4 things at MGM and wound up back at the pool before our Boma ADRs. :)

Great pictures! :thumbsup2

[Disneydad99]

Posting to Say good Night !!!!!



:goodvibes

[cherbear]

Posting to Say good Night !!!!!



:goodvibes

De ja vu! (again)

[Goofyluver]

Great start chicadee! I'm a few days behind...but I'm caught up now!!!

[HomeschoolMama]

Fun installment!!! I wish we had time for a rest morning, but we're only there 5 full days. Luckily in January the parks don't open until 9 and the shows are earlier. We should be in bed by 10 every night. It's also an hour ahead in FL so that's 9 to us. I really hope that helps us not be too exausted by the end... :guilty:

[Disneyolic]

What a nice day! Too bad you didn't get to sleep in like planned but going to the pool before it's crowded is so nice.

I just love the Sci-Fi. Just the whole atmosphere is so fun. We always just get burgers though.

And how great that Stitch got some balloons and a card from Mickey....

[jcc0621]

That sounds like a nice day. We did just have 5 nights, so no relaxing like that for us - except that we really only did about 4 things at MGM and wound up back at the pool before our Boma ADRs. :)

Great pictures! :thumbsup2

The first couple of time when I went (Waaaaaaaaaaaaaay becak when there was only the MK and then only MK and Epcot) we only did 4 -5 days and it was great. There is just so much to do now that you can spend 2 weeks and still not do everything. That's why I love WDW so much, it can be a different trip each time:thumbsup2

Posting to Say good Night !!!!!



:goodvibes

Good night and Good morning.

De ja vu! (again)
:rotfl2:

Great start chicadee! I'm a few days behind...but I'm caught up now!!!
:wave: How does it feel being back to work?

Fun installment!!! I wish we had time for a rest morning, but we're only there 5 full days. Luckily in January the parks don't open until 9 and the shows are earlier. We should be in bed by 10 every night. It's also an hour ahead in FL so that's 9 to us. I really hope that helps us not be too exausted by the end... :guilty:
I loved the one time I was there the week after New Years. Minimal crowds, so you could get everything done without waiting 2 hours for one ride!
Pool time was great and I think it really helped keep the meltdowns from Stitch to a minimum:thumbsup2

What a nice day! Too bad you didn't get to sleep in like planned but going to the pool before it's crowded is so nice.

I just love the Sci-Fi. Just the whole atmosphere is so fun. We always just get burgers though.

And how great that Stitch got some balloons and a card from Mickey....

Stitch never gets this whole sleep in thing. Ever since he was a baby he was an early riser. During the school year he is bed by 8:00pm and up by 6:30.

I agree about the atmosphere. I'll try a burger next time:thumbsup2

[daisy_77]

I am new to this trip report and I am loving it! I am enjoying your pics----your son is a doll!:wizard: I look forward to more!

[jcc0621]

I am new to this trip report and I am loving it! I am enjoying your pics----your son is a doll!:wizard: I look forward to more!

:welcome: And thanks for reading. Thanks, I think he is rather cute myself - not that I am biased or anything:rolleyes:

[DisneyJo]

Great day Janet, glad Stitch woke up for the parade, I so agree about MGM Muppets definately needs an update!

:cool1: :cool1: Yeah, you are back and online. How is the jet lag! terrible :rotfl2:

[jcc0621]

Day 4 – 8/17/07 – Animal Kingdom

We start our morning with a “loverly” wake up call from Stitch (Stitch say No sleeping!) We got ready, headed for the bus and were at AK by 8:45am. I am very excited because this will be my first park opening EVER! DMom met up with us and we were through the turnstiles by 8:55, let’s go see the opening show. Um, maybe not........

http://i180.photobucket.com/albums/x262/jcc0621/Opening1.jpg

See that Sea of humanity – that is all I saw. After the opening most of that sea took off for Everest. We headed in the other direction. We stopped at Tusker house for some breakfast and after getting everyone settled I ran to the Safari to get FP’s (Return time 10:15). We have our caffeine products, bagels, and cinnamon buns and Dmom took off for home (she had to work that night) and we had a restroom and smoke break (yes DM in the DSA::yes:: ) and then headed to our safari. This was the best safari I had been on! The animals were the liveliest I had ever seen them. The lion actually roared – for the longest time I thought he was a fake because he was always in the same spot and position ever time we rode this ride. Like the jungle cruise this ride is made even better if you have a good driver and we did. He really sold the story. After our 2 week safari (which amazingly seems like only 5 minutes) we went to Rafiki’s Planet Watch (which was 5 minutes, but seemed like 2 hours :confused3 ). Stitch was cranky this morning (don’t really know why) so basically we walked around the building, went outside and petted some goats (Hi TE:wave2: ) and got back on the train to go back. I determined that it was 11:30 at this point and part Stitch’s crankiness was that he was hungry (He had basically had a half of a half of a bagel and some OJ for breakfast. After we get off the train we went to pizzafari for lunch. This really rejuvenated Stitch and he picked the Festival of the Lion King as our next attraction. I LOVE this show. Stitch was mesmerized. He got very excited when he saw Timon & Pumbaa. After imitating a giraffe we head out and Stitch decides he wants to do the character trails. We start with Donald
http://i180.photobucket.com/albums/x262/jcc0621/Donald2.jpg

then Goofy
http://i180.photobucket.com/albums/x262/jcc0621/Goofy2.jpg

Then Minnie
http://i180.photobucket.com/albums/x262/jcc0621/Minnie1.jpg

and finally Mickey
http://i180.photobucket.com/albums/x262/jcc0621/Mickey1-1.jpg


After our autograph collecting we start to walk over to Dinoland so that Stitch can ride Triceratop Spin. On the way there Stitch sees the trails to meet Pooh, Eeyore and Tigger and he wanted to do this. Fine with me. We went through honey break cycles but Stitch was really good and patient and waited his turn. He met the 100 Acre Wood Gang
http://i180.photobucket.com/albums/x262/jcc0621/Pooh3.jpg

http://i180.photobucket.com/albums/x262/jcc0621/Eeyore3.jpg

http://i180.photobucket.com/albums/x262/jcc0621/Tigger4.jpg

This stop put a little glitch into the plan but ya know what – SO WHAT! Stitch was happy and we were all having a great time. After meeting Pooh and the gang it was parade time so we found a nice shady spot where Stitch was able to just sit in the stroller and relax with a big bottle of water. The parade was great and Stitch got shake hands with Baloo and Chip, which made his day! After the parade we took a potty and smoke break (YES, DM in the DSA:upsidedow ) and then headed over to Dinoland. There we rode Triceratop Spin Twice and then played a couple of the games – Stitch one 2 frogs and a lizard looking thing. We rode Triceratop Spin one more time for luck and headed out to the bus. It was 5:45 (AK closed at 6:00) but I was surprised the bus was not more crowded. People must have been milking every last ride they could before closing. We got back to POP after the loooonnnnnnngggggessssstttttt bus ride in history. I swear we passed the McDonald’s on the Osceola Parkway 4 times. We got back to the room and we found the stuffed animals watching Stacy:sad2: and guarding the remote.

http://i180.photobucket.com/albums/x262/jcc0621/StuffedAnimals2.jpg

Scrooge grabbed the mugs and headed to the food court for some dinner. After a brief respite for dinner and some Toon Disney (I just couldn’t take another second of Stacy:eek: ) we went to the computer pool for some swimming.

http://i180.photobucket.com/albums/x262/jcc0621/ComputerPool1.jpg

Stitch though it was so cool that we were swimming at night and the computer pool was quiet and relaxing. We swam until about 9:15am, went back to the room and got Stitch ready for bed. He crashed in about 10 minutes. Scrooge and I got ourselves and our stuff together for the next day and discussed the plan for tomorrow. The plan calls for some more swimming in the morning and then heading to Fort Wilderness Campground for some pony rides, the petting farm, dinner, and Chip & Dale’s Campfire Sing A Long.

Tune in tomorrow for our next exciting chapter.

Do we swim again????? Does Stitch get to meet Chip & Dale?

Same bat time. Same bat channel

Thanks for reading.......

[cherbear]

great update! Stitch doesn't smile too much eh? I thought he'd have a grin ear-to-ear when meeting Winnie the Pooh. Did he get all their autographs?

[cmp1111]

We start our morning with a “loverly” wake up call from Stitch

See, now I've got you doing it, too. :lmao: Sorry, TE. ;)


This was the best safari I had been on!

I love the safari! :love:

went outside and petted some goats (Hi TE:wave2: )

:lmao:

Stitch though it was so cool that we were swimming at night

I still love swimming at night. Growing up, my grandparents lived right across the street from us, and they had a loverly, big, inground pool. It was so relaxing and cool to swim after dark, always. :wizard:

[KathyRN137]

[QUOTE=jcc0621;20573817]

http://i180.photobucket.com/albums/x262/jcc0621/Eeyore3.jpg

[QUOTE]


LOL! This shot kinda reminds me of the scene in Forrest Gump when Forrest and his son are watching TV and tilt their heads exactly the same way!! :rotfl:

And a big congratulations for getting to your first park opening! :thumbsup2


Kathy

[jcc0621]

great update! Stitch doesn't smile too much eh? I thought he'd have a grin ear-to-ear when meeting Winnie the Pooh. Did he get all their autographs?

:sad2: He is just like his father. I will have to see if I can get a wedding picture posted. He barely smiled in those. Drives:headache: me crazy



I still love swimming at night. Growing up, my grandparents lived right across the street from us, and they had a loverly, big, inground pool. It was so relaxing and cool to swim after dark, always. :wizard:

The swimming was very relaxing, well as much as you can relax with a 4 year old with you:)

[QUOTE=jcc0621;20573817]

http://i180.photobucket.com/albums/x262/jcc0621/Eeyore3.jpg

[QUOTE]


LOL! This shot kinda reminds me of the scene in Forrest Gump when Forrest and his son are watching TV and tilt their heads exactly the same way!! :rotfl:

And a big congratulations for getting to your first park opening! :thumbsup2


Kathy

:rotfl2: :rotfl2: :rotfl: :rotfl: :rotfl:

Too bad all I saw was the bacs of peoples heads, I am only 5'4" so I didn't see too much:sad2:

[HomeschoolMama]

What a fun day with tons of character meets! I just can't wait to go!!! Although I have way too much to do for us to be going soon.
:goodvibes

[Disneyolic]

I like that you didn't rush Stitch. When a child is cranky at all, rushing them just doesn't help. As long as you all were having a good time all in all and spending precious family time together, that is what really counts! Being happy as a family is something wonderful!

Thank you for using the DSAs.....I love the shout-outs to me. Keep up the good work! :thumbsup2 Oh, and the shout-out to TE with the goat? Priceless. Who else would we all think of when looking at a goat? :lmao:

[micky hater]

pooh characters at the animal kingdom crazy when we went I wished we saw some!!

[mariacj]

Sorry I am late! Great TR so far. I have to say that I love your Stitch. Not wanting to get his socks dirty at the security check... my family would love him. My mom was a neat freak. (I love her to death!) Now my DF does not like sticky things. His mom was an anti-sticky freak. (Such as ice cream or caramel, sugary things).

I am glad that you guys had fun so far. Cant wait for the next update.

[DisneyJo]

I am very excited because this will be my first park opening EVER! :woohoo: Rope drops great, you can get so much done :thumbsup2

The lion actually roared – for the longest time I thought he was a fake because he was always in the same spot and position ever time we rode this ride. Wow they've always been sleeping when we've gone through!

petted some goats (Hi TE:wave2: ) :rotfl:

This stop put a little glitch into the plan but ya know what – SO WHAT! Stitch was happy and we were all having a great time. So the right attitude :goodvibes

Do we swim again????? Does Stitch get to meet Chip & Dale? You're getting good at these cliff hangers Janet popcorn::

[TEminnie]

went outside and petted some goats (Hi TE:wave2: )
:goodvibes You were thinking of me!


shout-out to TE with the goat? Priceless. Who else would we all think of when looking at a goat? :lmao:
:rotfl2:
...I don't remember you shouting about my goats on YOUR TR yet.....