Wk Of Jan 6 - WISH Walking/Running Club

[Cindylou]

Hi Everyone,

Just wanted to post to help Dana out. I'm still here until Friday at 5 PM. I can't wait for it to get here, but have far too much to do to get ready by then.

Leana: I'd really worry about running in a shirt you haven't run in before. I never ran in mine so I'm planning on having it for after the race. During the race I may print out the WISH logo and pin it to the back of my shirt so that all my WISH teammates can offer encouragement as they run past me.

Good luck getting thru the next couple days everyone.

Cindy

[andromedaslove]

So I should be prepared to get on a bus around 5 am? Well... I don't know if DH is gonna be thrilled about getting up that early... but I will do what I need to do to cheer everyone on!!

[wtpclc]

Dana - That's what we're doing. You're welcome to meet us on Main STreet. It's an awesome experience. PM me if you want my cell!

[Sandy321]

where's the website that you put in bib numbers and get updates?

(Yes, I should be packing,)

[angietuck2]

Dana Thank you for your post and letting me know I am not alone. I was doing the EXACT same thing yesterday..... EXCEPT I'm not even running :confused3 We are going to cheer for 1/2 at TTR and Poly then mile 12 but we are getting up and driving to Epcot at 5. Actually DH keeps saying he is just going to ride with me to start, I try to tell him he needs to be there earlier and he says for what?? He hates standing around waiting at the start, especially since he will be by himself. Are you cheering by yourself or is fam coming. You could ride with us from ALL SS if you want?

Luckily I have been busy at work today. Speaking of, have to get back.:surfweb:

angie

[angietuck2]

Dana - That's what we're doing. You're welcome to meet us on Main STreet. It's an awesome experience. PM me if you want my cell!


I have been leaning toward going to MS since it will be so early, I was worried about being stuck way in back and my kids not being able to see but if we go that early do you think we can get a decent spot.

angie

[angietuck2]

where's the website that you put in bib numbers and get updates?

(Yes, I should be packing,)

Here you go:

http://disneyworldsports.disney.go.com/dwws/en_US/marathon/events/detail?name=Marathon2008HalfMarathonLiveResultsDet ailPage



angie

[Sandy321]

http://www.doitsports.com/results/MSG-signup.tcl?sub_event_id=4447

well I was able to get dh's info and updates will be texted to my cell -

went in to get my info texted to dh -

"runner Sandy does NOT exist"

:faint:

DO TOO EXIST!

:sad:

[wtpclc]

where's the website that you put in bib numbers and get updates?


http://disneyworldsports.disney.go.com/dwws/en_US/marathon/listing?name=MarathonEventListingPage2


You have to click on teh full or half link and then clicj runner tracking on the menu in the upper left.

[wtpclc]

http://www.doitsports.com/results/MSG-signup.tcl?sub_event_id=4447

well I was able to get dh's info and updates will be texted to my cell -

went in to get my info texted to dh -

"runner Sandy does NOT exist"

:faint:

DO TO EXIST!

:sad:

Theya re picky about names. Just type in your last name and I think you get a list. If not, do you go by SAndra?

[Sandy321]

Theya re picky about names. Just type in your last name and I think you get a list. If not, do you go by SAndra?

*doh

went with just my last name!! :woohoo: I'm found!!

(of course I found there is a Deborah with *MY* last name!! :rotfl2: wait till dh hears that!! :rotfl2: )

[hoosmi]

Dana- I'm with you on waiting until the last minute to leave. It's the curse of living so close- sure we can go more often, but we never go for more than a 3 day weekend!

Leanna- I have rarely worn my WISH tanks. I have two- in theory I wore one to the ToT and one to Minnie (could have been the same one, what do I know?) I'm going to probably wear them anyway. It could end up being a bad idea, but so could many other things I'll be doing this weekend...

Sandy- maybe I should go check and see if I exist...;)

I just made it to Target- no cowbells, but I did get green pompoms and some green baskets for my family to carry wipes and tootsie pops in. I spent some time in the pharmacy section getting bandaids, vaseline, tylenol, etc. I just kept thinking we must all be crazy-- here I feel fine physically, but I expect to hurt like crazy by Sunday afternoon. :scared1:

I fluctuate between being completely terrified and completely euphoric. Is that normal?

Jen in GA

[Sandy321]

So...um....I've never actually run in my WISH shirt.... By the time it arrived I needed colder gear. So am I just asking for a problem if I do wear it for the full?

Its cold here too (or was in December :rotfl2: ) but I wanted to make sure the tshirt was roomy enough to run in - so I took it for a treadmill run, its lighterweight than my usual running shirt - so it was actually better than what I usually run in!!

I also plan to do a "trial run" when we get to Disney either Thurs or Friday put on my gear and take a short lap around the Boardwalk and make any necessary changes!!

DANA how is your refresh page doing now??? :cutie:

[Honeibee]

Greeting Racing Team -

I'm not having the best of days. Not feeling very well and MAJORLY stressed from issues at home. SO not ready for this race.... :sad2:

I have five WISH posters but don't have time to make name badges. I'm really really sorry. :guilty:

I'm so sorry to hear about the accidents on I-4 last night but, well, I'm kinda wondering if the brush fires are anywhere near WDW. When I was there in May the smoke from he wildfires was awful at PC. :scared:

Anyway, See you all very soon. Travel safely. :goodvibes

[Sandy321]

Badges? do we need *stinkin* badges???

:rotfl2:

Sorry - I'm weird!! I'm sure we can make our own name tags - I was thinking of bringing my Lime Green Mickey Head and adding my name

OK I've decided - I am in denial!! IF I get myself off the computer, then I have to do something and then its all too real!!

[Valentine]

Ooooohhhh... I hope you feel better soon Judy!! See you Friday....Have a Safe trip!!

Maybe I can come up with some name badge ideas before I leave...

I already have some sticky letters for everyone to use on their cowbells...or wherever :) We can have some crafting fun at POP!!

Kathy

Greeting Racing Team -

I'm not having the best of days. Not feeling very well and MAJORLY stressed from issues at home. SO not ready for this race.... :sad2:

I have five WISH posters but don't have time to make name badges. I'm really really sorry. :guilty:

I'm so sorry to hear about the accidents on I-4 last night but, well, I'm kinda wondering if the brush fires are anywhere near WDW. When I was there in May the smoke from he wildfires was awful at PC. :scared:

Anyway, See you all very soon. Travel safely. :goodvibes

[Cruella de mom]

Hi Everyone-

Thank goodness Carrie asked us to keep the posts short!

I just had an idea for how to find people at the start when its still dark. Green glow in the dark necklaces. I was packing my goody bags for my team and had purple ones for their kids to wear at the pasta party. Then I thought about you guys and I was so mad I didn't think of this sooner.

A few years ago, I brought them to MK for my kids and their cousins. We passed them out as soon as it got dark and you'd have thought I was Santa Claus! I can not tell you how many people stopped and asked us where we got them. It helped us keep track of everyone too. I buy them when they go on sale at the dollar store 5 for $1.

Cecilia

[wtpclc]

I have been leaning toward going to MS since it will be so early, I was worried about being stuck way in back and my kids not being able to see but if we go that early do you think we can get a decent spot.

angie

DH and I always have (06 and 07). They don't open MK until ~6. Last year, they let us out at COntemp, as we could not get off at MK, either. We walked from there , got in line adn had no problem.

[Worfiedoodles]

Hi Everyone!

I have my lime green Mickey Head with W.I.S.H., Dis, and Worfiedoodles on it. I tuck it into a clear badge bag around my neck. If you see me say "Hi"!

I have to go to Target one last time, so I'll be looking for the glow in the dark necklace. Great idea!

Maria

[padisneyfan]

I see I am not the only one still not at WDW. I have one more day of work and then leave at 7am on Friday. This is a short 4 day trip for us.

I want to pack tonight as Thursday have to take the dog to Vet and drop one of our cars off to get inspected while we are gone.

See everyone Friday at POP.

Nancy

[kareneast]

Checking in one last time.....

Allyson & Kira - :welcome:

Heather - Sorry to hear of the loss of you FIL:grouphug:

Judy - Feel better. :wizard: Don't stress on the name tags. :hug: We still have our from last year so we will bring them with us.

Didn't find any green cowbells at our local Target & I had Sean(DS) check at the Target near Babies R Us when they went there to register...no luck there either. I do have my cowbell & clapper from my band parent days so I am bringing them. :yay:

Time to finish packing & hopefully get some sleep tonight. We leave for the airport at 3:30am. :woohoo: Hope to see some of you at the expo Thursday afternoon & then see most everyone else Friday at POP.

Safe travels everyone!

[Texa]

Sometimes poster/ (mostly lurker) wanting to wish everyone luck. I've been following these threads for a year and they have given me the courage to keep going! No matter what I'll be at the starting line!

I'm leaving tomorrow morning and 4:00am. Went to home depot and got a couple to Green Mickey head to pin to my sleeves! (hope "alien green" was the right one :goodvibes )

Hopefully I'll meet some of you at the starting line of the 1/2 on Saturday.

Whoop!

[cdn_gal_eeyore]

I have a t-shirt and it isn't really loose fitting... Uh oh, what am I going to wear now??

[HMHunters]

Judy - :wizard: :wizard: PD so you'll be feeling better

I am a nervous wreck today; what will I be like tomorrow?!? I don't know why I'm bothering to go to work tomorrow. I don't imagine I'll get anything done.

I may need to resurrect the "EEK" thread.
Renee

[Sandy321]

I have a t-shirt and it isn't really loose fitting... Uh oh, what am I going to wear now??

BRING it anyway!! see what works best!!

GLOW STICKS can you carry them on the plane? We're not checking luggage (fingers crossed, its part of the plan, but dh is very flexible!!) I do believe we have a box in the garage left over from 4th of July!! I'll bring what I can - I dont think there are any yellow/green - 4th of July RED and BLUE!! But they're free! (I'm talking I have 50 of them, maybe more!! So I can trade glow sticks for a cow bell!! 5/1 trade?)

[panthergirl]

Sandy, your question about bringing glow sticks on the plane got me thinking. Anybody know if you can bring Clif Blocks on the plane? i have them in my carry on with the rest of my race gear. Maybe I will pack a couple more in my checked bag in case they get confiscated!

[fan_of_small_world]

Sandy - I'm not sure you'd be allowed to take Glow Sticks in your carry-on, since they have liquid inside. You'd be better off packing them in checked luggage (that's what I did when we went to WDW 10/06). ETA: Should have read your whole post, lol. You can always give them a try, but you'd have to be ready to toss them if they won't let you take them in your carry-on.

Susan - I've never even seen one, but if they're less than 3 oz each, can you just pop them into your quart-sized ziplock bag?

[Sandy321]

I just read the TSA website and gu etc is allowed as long as it fits in the 1 quart bag and is in the 3 ounce (3 - 1 -1 three ounces, 1 bag, per 1 person)

I'll throw in the gu I havent used!! I must remember to transfer my deodarant and lipstick in the 1 quart bag!

http://www.tsa.gov/travelers/airtravel/prohibited/permitted-prohibited-items.shtm

[panthergirl]

Cari - they look like jello shots but I think the package is more than 3 oz. I think I will just pack some extra in my checked bag. Worse come to worst I am sure I can pick up more at the Expo. Thanks!

[cdn_gal_eeyore]

Sandy, your question about bringing glow sticks on the plane got me thinking. Anybody know if you can bring Clif Blocks on the plane? i have them in my carry on with the rest of my race gear. Maybe I will pack a couple more in my checked bag in case they get confiscated! :lmao:

As Bloks are jelly (or solid) they shouldn't be a problem in my mind.

[KeenHo]

HEY, AM I THE ONLY ONE TRAINING AROUND HERE?

I got home from work and went out on my last training run! :banana: :thumbsup2 :yay: :woohoo: :dance3: :cheer2:

8.75 MILES.

With an overall pace of 10.08 per mile

At 8 miles I was at 1:20:08.

I will now happily join the regularly scheduled TAPER MADNESS currently in progress. :rotfl: :rotfl2: :laughing:

Judy - Feel better, have Charlie give you a hug for me.

Karen - Safe travels! See you down there!

Happy Taper!

:grouphug:

Howard

[fan_of_small_world]

Sandy - yes, remember to put the lipstick in the quart bag! I remembered mine last time we flew, but I forgot that I had a chapstick in my purse as well. I ended up having my bags go through an extra search all because of that little thing!

[Tinks]

:cheer2: Have fun, everyone! :cheer2:

See you when you get back!

[Cruella de mom]

HEY, AM I THE ONLY ONE TRAINING AROUND HERE?

Unless training consists of trying to cook 4 meals while doing 5 loads of laundry (why did we put the w/d upstairs?) then I think the answer is YES, you alone are still training. Enjoy your 2 day taper.

Jen- I don't know if the mood swings are normal or not but I am right there with you. Thank goodness I left so much to the last minute, I don't have time to think about the race. (yeah right, I am obsessed!)

[chimera]

I'm so sorry to hear about the accidents on I-4 last night but, well, I'm kinda wondering if the brush fires are anywhere near WDW. When I was there in May the smoke from he wildfires was awful at PC. :scared:

Anyway, See you all very soon. Travel safely. :goodvibes

No, the fires are closer to Lakeland and according to our news tonight, 90% contained. Unfortunately, 70 cars involved from 10 accidents and 4 people died. The smoke was combined with severe fog that made zero visibility. I4 still isn't open. They're hoping to open it by tomorrow morning. We can always use backroads to get to WDW if needed but we're glad to be waiting until mid-morning on Fri when any fog that might be there will likely have burned off.

Howard...I did 30 min on the TM tonight. Doesn't feel like training anymore when it's only 30 min :cool1:

[Sandy321]

Sandy - yes, remember to put the lipstick in the quart bag! I remembered mine last time we flew, but I forgot that I had a chapstick in my purse as well. I ended up having my bags go through an extra search all because of that little thing!

check!! :thumbsup2

I'm thisclose to moving to my 48inch total carryon bag!! (I do need 3 pair of shoes doncha know!! :rotfl2: )

NOW, someone tell me where dh stored his Marathon Packet:confused3

and where didi I store our Park Tickets?!! :scared1:

This is getting ridiculous!

[Kristi1357]

Yes, Howard - you and Mel are the only ones training around here! :rotfl:

Judy - hang in there! :hug:

Ok, still haven't packed one iota and we have to basically wake up & go in the morning....

[nucpharm29]

UGH! Someone (actually more than one) decided to poke this sleeping lion (aka me in taper) today. No. 1 my hairdresser is MIA--so no haircut. She works for the gym and was doing me a favor. Okay, so not a huge deal, I would just workout in place of getting my haircut at the end of my shift. Well, at 3:45 (my shift is supposed to end at 3:30) I found out that no one was coming to relieve me until 5!:mad: The general manager was supposed to tell me earlier in the day, but she forgot:mad: And, now, that means I can't work out b/c employees aren't supposed to workout between 5 and 7 b/c it's prime time for members! To top it off, I had dinner in the crockpot assuming I would be home in time to turn it off--no such luck, so I had yummy dried up chicken for dinner! It's time for me to go on vacation!!!!! The only thing that saved me from not going postal on someone today was the fact that I'm leaving for my happy place tomorrow!

Okay, so need to go finish up the last minute packing and clean up my lovely dinner. We'll be landing at MCO around noon tomorrow-anyone else in that time frame hitching a ride on ME???

[angietuck2]

OK TOTALLY FREAKING OUT!!

I'm already not getting out of work as early as I was supposed to tomorrow (because my boss is an idiot and now I have to clean up his mess, OHHH did I just say that :rolleyes1 ) and now with the interstate being shut down I don't know how long it is going to take me to get there. DH and DS's will have to go to expo without me :headache: and I don't even know if I will make it in time for ressies at Whispering Canyon double :headache:

BTW - I have been to the gym every night this week, but I don't count because I am not running any races this weekend. :lmao:

IF anyone is going to expo Friday afternoon I will be working at AT booth handing out goodie bags ( after kids races before POP meet), stop by and say HI!!:wave2:

OK have to pack, after if I go for 3 mile run!!

angie

[xterratri]

Howard- I ran an hour plus a strength session yesterday and 30 min plus a yoga session today so others are still training. Not as much as you but...

I'm all packed. Did it after coming back from my run this evening where it was 34 with the wind chill. I don't fly out of Portland until Fri morning but I'm driving down there immediately after work tomorrow. The B&B I'm staying in is 20 min the wrong direction so I packed tonight.

Just think, by this time next week the soreness should have worn off and we'll all be race finishers!!!

[HMHunters]

IF anyone is going to expo Friday afternoon I will be working at AT booth handing out goodie bags ( after kids races before POP meet), stop by and say HI!!:wave2:
angieMaybe I've really lost my mind, but what's AT? (I may be there Friday afternoon.)

Sorry about your boss! Where are his priorities?!?

Renee

[hoosmi]

Training? Well, I read somewhere that any training you do now can't improve your overall fitness before the race, and you could injure yourself... oh, and I've packed my favorite shoes.:rolleyes1 I did walk every aisle at Target today because I was so excited to be there without my kids/DH! That had to be a couple of miles.;)

I think I need to re-pack my suitcase. It weighs a ton, and the handle on the tailgate thing on my SUV just broke. Would you believe I can't get into the back of my car now?! I'm going to try to have it fixed tomorrow, but otherwise I need to pack a million little bags that I can throw over the back seat... geez...

Jen in GA

[jeanneg]

Signing off......we have an early morning flight and I'm only partially packed!

Can't wait to see old friends and meet new ones!

[hockeygirl]

To all those still at home...safe travels to you all! I leave right after work tomorrow to head to the airport. I will head to the expo first thing friday morning. I can't believe it is finally here!!!!! :cool1:

Well, I better go finish packing. I am just about done just gotta check one more time for everything.

Can't wait to see everyone at POP on Friday afternoon!!

[Texa]

UGH! Someone (actually more than one) decided to poke this sleeping lion (aka me in taper) today. No. 1 my hairdresser is MIA--so no haircut. She works for the gym and was doing me a favor. Okay, so not a huge deal, I would just workout in place of getting my haircut at the end of my shift. Well, at 3:45 (my shift is supposed to end at 3:30) I found out that no one was coming to relieve me until 5!:mad: The general manager was supposed to tell me earlier in the day, but she forgot:mad: And, now, that means I can't work out b/c employees aren't supposed to workout between 5 and 7 b/c it's prime time for members! To top it off, I had dinner in the crockpot assuming I would be home in time to turn it off--no such luck, so I had yummy dried up chicken for dinner! It's time for me to go on vacation!!!!! The only thing that saved me from not going postal on someone today was the fact that I'm leaving for my happy place tomorrow!

Okay, so need to go finish up the last minute packing and clean up my lovely dinner. We'll be landing at MCO around noon tomorrow-anyone else in that time frame hitching a ride on ME???

We arrive at 12:20 on Southwest. I have a green Mickey Head on my blue backpack. Maybe we'll see you there!:thumbsup2

[skfulkers]

Safe travels to everyone leaving today and tomorrow! Krista and I will be into MCO at 9:45am Friday. Should be at the expo by 11:00. Hope we all got some good sleep this week, because I don't know about anyone else, but I'm too excited to sleep any more!

See you all at the POP!

Steve

[padisneyfan]

Glad to see that I am not the only cranky person. I did 2 miles tonight on the TM just so I could work off some frustration. Work has been terrible and I still have one more day to go before we leave Friday morning.

I did get most of my packing done tonight.

Nancy

[angietuck2]

Maybe I've really lost my mind, but what's AT? (I may be there Friday afternoon.)

Sorry about your boss! Where are his priorities?!?

Renee

AT is the charity that we run for. And my boss is a real piece of work that I deal with all the time, but now he is cutting into my MICKEY time, now he's pushing it!!!:headache:

Did 3 miles with DH :banana:

Ok REALLY have to finish packing leaving for work at 6:30 and everything has to be ready to go by then.

angie

[Larahb]

You know you're stressed when your husband asks if you're going to be like this until the race is over! :rotfl2:
Good thing he's an easy-going guy!:cool1:
Looking forward to meeting you all on Friday and maybe some at the Expo. We fly out tomorrow and hope to pick up packets on in the afternoon but may return for some speakers on Friday, too!
Good luck and may we all stay sane until the day...:yay:
Lara

[MouseDogMom]

You know you're stressed when your husband asks if you're going to be like this until the race is over! :rotfl2:
Good thing he's an easy-going guy!:cool1:
Looking forward to meeting you all on Friday and maybe some at the Expo. We fly out tomorrow and hope to pick up packets on in the afternoon but may return for some speakers on Friday, too!
Good luck and may we all stay sane until the day...:yay:
Lara

I don't think there's a chance... or maybe I packed my sanity? :confused3 Is it in the bag to be checked or the carryon?

Our bedroom looks like a series of tornados came through - we leave as soon as DD gets out of school so I need to be done by now...

And no Howard, there is absolutely NO training going on here.

Jackie

[cdn_gal_eeyore]

Safe travels to everyone leaving today and tomorrow! Krista and I will be into MCO at 9:45am Friday.
See you all at the POP!

You and Krista will be on the same flight as my cousin Melinda and her husband Mike! Safe travels!

[Tiger Lily 03]

Just 2 more sleeps for me and I can't get to sleep yet! Arrrrgh!

Safe traveling for those on their way.

[Kristi1357]

Ok guys, if it ain't packed now...

We are off first thing in the morning. Going to sleep now.
Safe travels everyone and I hope we find some of you at tomorrow's Expo!

Oh, and I found 2 of Carrie's clappers from last year and the big light up one that I got this summer. The 5 cowbells are packed as well.

I also have about 10 people set up for text message notification - yippee!

Oh geez! I just remembered that I forgot my 'Carrie Sponge!' :eek:
Looking at the forecast, I might be wanting/needing that.

[AmyBeth68]

Hi Guys :)

OK...total drive-by as I leave tomorrow morning and I'm still packing. Yikes!!! :eek: I have to keep reminding myself that I'm only going to Florida and not some remote desert island LOL! If I forget something (assuming it's NOT my running shoes....I'm pretty sure I can get it in Florida).

I'm super excited....kind of nervous.....totally disorganized....feeling undertrained....and overfed....and completely out of my mind. Anyone else feel the same way??? :confused3

I just want to thank you all for being a constant source of inspiration. I look forward to meeting many of you both at the Pop Meet and on the course perhaps :). I wish all of you the very best of luck...and of course GOOD HEALTH during the race weekend. :grouphug: Please travel safely!!!

I will be looking...or should I say LISTENING... for the Wish Cow Bell Choir. You guys are going to be a God send along the course. Thanks SO MUCH in advance. :flower3:

Soooo I've been in the mega BMZ....life totally messed with me all day. I just need to get outta' here. Tomorrow morning my friends...and I'm heading to the HAPPIEST PLACE ON EARTH! :cool1: Yay!!!!

Take care everyone!!!

[Valentine]

WOW.. Well.. I am comforted to see that I was not the only B....on wheels today. I was soooooooooooo cranky.. I have no idea why as I am really happy!??!?!?!?! So.. who knows.. But I had NO patience today at work... everyone was getting on my last nerve. Oh Well.. I will try to be super nice tomorrow for the time that I am there... I will try really hard!!!

Well, I just finished packing.. it is 1:44 am.. and I have to get up in a few hours to do some last minute stuff.. garbage, cats, etc... and then head to work till 2ish.. then off to the airport... I am on Jet Blue 4:50 pm flight out of JFK... anyone with me? Angie.. I will come by and say hi at the expo for sure!! :) Oh.. and I got your Bodyglide :thumbsup2

Well... Night all... and I will see you all shortly!!

Kathy

[Space Ranger]

I can’t believe that marathon weekend is here! We are getting ready to head to the airport in a few.

Safe Travels! See you all in WDW.

To quote one of my favorite commercials “I’M TOO EXCITED TO SLEEP!!!!"

[nucpharm29]

I'm leavin' on a jet plane! WooHoo we're out the door--see ya'll later today/tomorrow!

[keenercam]

Good morning, all! Woohoo!! Last day of work (in the office, at least. I'll be working all weekend and next week on some pesky cases. YUCK!) BUT I'll be in my HAPPY PLACE!

boarding passes printed, digital camera card cleaned off for LOTS of WISHer pix, shuffle charged, ipod video loaded & charged. Packed the coffee and travel cups last night. I figure that and my running stuff and I'm SET! :lmao:

Actually, tons of stuff to get through today, so I wont' be here much. WISHing all of you who will be phsyicallly with us this weekend happy, uneventful travels! See you tomorrow afternoon! To all of you with us in spirit, thank you! And WISHing you a wonderful weekend. :grouphug:

[chimera]

:joker: Anyone else feel like running around in circles screaming and waving their hands? :thumbsup2

I'm hoping my patients don't expect me to be coherent and insightful today :joker:

Safe travels to everyone! We're leaving tomorrow, looking at alternate routes in case I4 is still closed.

[wtpclc]

Mel - *Raising my hand*

Been awake since 2. FInally just got up adn mostly finished packing at 4:30 Still some minor stuff to finish tonight.

DId my 30 min last night. Woo hoo! Felt good, which is goo because Monday was as stonker. 30 min more tonight. NOt really training, but still....

Jackie - :rotfl2: If your brain's on your carry-on, is it in a ziploc?

HOw am I goign to get anythign done today when I wasn't sure what I was doing when I still had my brain????

[HMHunters]

Hi all!

Mel - I'm with ya! http://www.clicksmilies.com/s1106/spezial/jasons_smilie/rolleyes2.gif

I've been up since 5; at least I'm getting used to getting up earlier! I have to go waste a few hours at work this morning before I can finish getting ready.

Kids were supposed to stay with my dad, but he has to go out of town at the last minute so I spent last evening scrambling to arrange child/dog care for 6 days. We will divide and conquer; each one is going to a different household. At least it kept my mind off the marathon!

I'm very envious of all of you already on your way or even at WDW already! I WISH we could have made it a longer trip and gone up today. I'd love to get to the expo on the first day!

Kudos to those of you who got in some training this week; I've taken a major taper. Perhaps if I were still doing any running taper madness would not be quite so severe!

24 HOURS FROM NOW I'LL BE ON A PLANE HEADED FOR MCO!!!
Renee

[wtpclc]

It's so funny that so many are llamenting that they can't be at the expo today, when I am thrilled to death that I don't have to wait until Saturday fro teh first time! Woo hoo! :banana: :banana:

Renee - lol. "waste time at work"

SAfe travels everyone! Ugh, hearing about that accident scared the crud out of me!!!

[rKyDeX]

:
Safe travels to everyone! We're leaving tomorrow, looking at alternate routes in case I4 is still closed.

Mel,

Tracy and I are going to try and leave at noon today. I'm planning on heading East on 64 to Avon Park, then North on 27. It looks like it will add about 20 miles to the trip.

Drive safe,

Chester

[KelNottAt]

Just one more day.
Just one more day.
Just one more day.

I keep telling myself that I WILL get through work today. I WILL remain healthy (flu all over the office). And I WILL get a good night's sleep.

Then, Friday afternoon, we're off! Oh, I can't wait.

Counting down....

[angietuck2]

Mel,

Tracy and I are going to try and leave at noon today. I'm planning on heading East on 64 to Avon Park, then North on 27. It looks like it will add about 20 miles to the trip.

Drive safe,

Chester

Thanks for the tip on an alternate route. I am leaving from Tampa today (where I work) but DH and DS's are leaving from Bradenton, Maybe I will tell them to go that way.

angie

[rKyDeX]

Angie

If you're leaving during the rush hour, you will probably have a long trip ahead of you. I'm not sure how they are routing the I-4 commuters, but chances are things are going to be backed up. At least the fog won't be a problem.

Please be extra careful.

Chester

[angietuck2]

Angie

If you're leaving during the rush hour, you will probably have a long trip ahead of you. I'm not sure how they are routing the I-4 commuters, but chances are things are going to be backed up. At least the fog won't be a problem.

Please be extra careful.

Chester

OH NO, I'm out of here EARLY today :)

But thanks for the well wishes.

angie

[Theta]

Safe travels everyone!:grouphug:

I am leaving tomorrow late morning after I get the kids off to school.:cool1:

[nepatsfan73]

Jackie - :rotfl2: If your brain's on your carry-on, is it in a ziploc?

HOw am I goign to get anythign done today when I wasn't sure what I was doing when I still had my brain????

Should we have **Big Vic** put out an APB to all WISHers at WDW. Do you think the brains could have escaped to the Great Movie Ride at MGM to hang with Dorothy, Scarecrow and company. For your sakes, I truly hope they don't end up on the side of the road with those socks that escape the dryer, but don't make it to sock heaven. Maybe the **Great and Powerful Panda** will be able to help you find them. Good Luck.

[Honeibee]

Im home on this crummy laptop today just checking in quick as I have 847 things to do before we leave in the am tommorrow. Today is a much better day and yes, Mel, I Do feel like running in circles with my hands in the air! I can't wait to get going now! These last hours are the worst!

:banana: :yay: 13.1 miles...here I come! :yay: :woohoo:

[hoosmi]

We're leaving tomorrow at about 12! Everyone better go to the bathroom and have anything they need in my car, cause we aren't stopping until we're picking up my packet!!!:cool1:

I'm totally in the crazy, excited, nervous, sleep-deprived, packing/re-packing mode! And what's up with people in my office asking me work-related questions- as if I care right now!!;)

Can't wait to see everyone Saturday morning (or sooner!)

Jen in GA

[skfulkers]

And what's up with people in my office asking me work-related questions- as if I care right now!!;)


Jen--I agree! I've had so many work-related questions this morning, everyone in a hurry to get customer options taken care of, deadlines, etc. Whatever. What I really want to say is....in 7 hours, I'm outta here for a week, so you people had better get your ducks in a row before then! :thumbsup2

Steve

[Cindylou]

Hi Everyone,

Woke up at midnight last night and started fretting over all the things I still have to do before I'm ready to leave. After an hour of tossing and turning I got up and got a few things crossed off the list. I still have lots to do. At least being so busy is keeping my nerves down about flying and the marathon. I sure hope I get more sleep tonight.

Good luck getting through today.
Cindy

[wtpclc]

I sure hope I get more sleep tonight.
Got Nyqil? ;)

I've been awake since 2 am and tonight is not going ot get beetter. Too much excitement!

[TXBelle]

Helloooooooo, anybody here?????? It's getting like a ghost town around here. I leave tomorrow at 10 a.m. I am trying to look busy at work, but I am completely distracted.

[KeenHo]

We are still here but busy with real world stuff before we leave tomorrow morning at 6:10 AM.

Enjoy counting down the minutes!

[wtpclc]

Distracted? Not me. I am totally focused! (On my upcoming trip!!!!)

lol, the guy who got me in here, who I sort of work for keeps telling me, "No thiking DIsney today!" Of course, he's just totally jealous! :p

[hoosmi]

Heather-

I'm still here! I just spent some quality time setting up a blog for my friends to read, so they can make fun of me! :rotfl: (My real-life friends aren't that big into running!)

If you are really bored/procrastinating, it's goinggoofy.blogspot.com. I hope I'm allowed to post that.... but then again, who's going to notice since everyone's left!:lmao:

Going to try to really work now. Probably not going to happen.

Jen in GA

[padisneyfan]

I also still here. At least this is my last day of work and it much better than yesterday. Have alot of things that need done tonight, but most of the packing is finished other than my carry on.

Looking forward to seeing everyone over the weekend.

Nancy

[skfulkers]

Got Nyqil? ;)


Nyquil is the BEST! I've been taking it for the last week or so. When I started taking it, it was because I was feeling a little congested, but the last few nights, I've been trying to convince myself that I may feel a little congested just so I don't feel like a druggie taking it. ;)

But it does ROCK! It's like a liquid form of a sleeping pill. I'm guessing I should probably lay off it from now till the marathon because I'm sure it has some side effects that would hinder me come race day. Maybe I'll bring it will me to the starting line instead of water bottles. :thumbsup2

Steve

[Theta]

Nyquil is the BEST! I've been taking it for the last week or so. When I started taking it, it was because I was feeling a little congested, but the last few nights, I've been trying to convince myself that I may feel a little congested just so I don't feel like a druggie taking it. ;)


Steve

Off to get Nyquil, I have been coughing incessantly the last few nights, I even spent from 2 - 6 a.m. on the couch so DH could sleep.

Just wanted to add that have started carb loading and just ate an entire 12 inch Subway sub with ALL the fixins'!:goodvibes It was REALLY good! Why am I starting to feel like HOmer Simpson??:confused3

[Pungodingy]

D'oh

[Villains_Rock]

Hello all! I'm at work so I can't be on here long. Just wanted to mention that I'll be thinking about all of you over the marathon weekend!!

Also...quick question. I had registered early for the Minnie 15K and they were not offering discounted park tickets at the time. I then recieved an email stating they were and to click a link. That link sent me to the registration page. I don't want to have to re-register. Did anyone else have this problem?

[MouseDogMom]

I sure hope I get more sleep tonight.

Cindy

Sleep? Were we supposed to sleep this week? I remembered to carb load and hydrate, but completely forgot about sleep! :eek:


Jackie - :rotfl2: If your brain's on your carry-on, is it in a ziploc?



Yep, and it fit in the snack-size one!

I These last hours are the worst!

:banana: :yay: 13.1 miles...here I come! :yay: :woohoo:

I absolutely agree!!! :dance3:

Am done with work for the day :yay: - waiting for DD to get home from school so we can leave for the airport. Good luck to all of you driving in FL - please be careful!

Jackie

[wtpclc]

Nyquil is the BEST! I've been taking it for the last week or so. When I started taking it, it was because I was feeling a little congested, but the last few nights, I've been trying to convince myself that I may feel a little congested just so I don't feel like a druggie taking it. ;)
SO glad I'm not the only one who starts losing sleep several days before they leave!

[Villains_Rock]

Carrie - I just wanted to mention that my BF got me Red Wings tickets and a jersey for my birthday! March 9th I think...Predators? I would have prefered a Blue's game, but I'm excited either way!! :woohoo:

[wtpclc]

Carrie - I just wanted to mention that my BF got me Red Wings tickets and a jersey for my birthday! March 9th I think...Predators? I would have prefered a Blue's game, but I'm excited either way!! :woohoo::banana: :banana: Too cool! Whose jersey?

[wtpclc]

Eva - SOmetimes you can put the registration in, go to check out and remove it from your cart adn just get teh tix. SOmetimes, you can't. ;) WOrth a try.

[hoosmi]

Yo, Bill, are you out there?

Just wanted you to know that in honor of training for the chocolate eclair marathon, I just ate a PopTart. OK, two. Alas, I did not have access to an eclair. I will make a special trip to pick up one in Epcot in your honor. ;)

I'd like to thank all the WISHers who cannot make it to Disney this weekend for tolerating the taper madness...

Jen in GA

[nepatsfan73]

Yo, Bill, are you out there?

Just wanted you to know that in honor of training for the chocolate eclair marathon, I just ate a PopTart. OK, two. Alas, I did not have access to an eclair. I will make a special trip to pick up one in Epcot in your honor. ;)

I'd like to thank all the WISHers who cannot make it to Disney this weekend for tolerating the taper madness...

Jen in GA

Was it at least a chocolate or smores flavored one in honor of an eclaire's frosting? Although, when it comes to PopTarts, I am partial to the frosted berry flavors. Its a good thing they went to eight packs too, because when having PopTarts as a meal, two was never enough, so then I'd have a third, but you can't leave one in an opened package. After four, its not worth having a box taking up space with only one little packet in it. Of course, all that rationalizing makes me the man I am today, a future distance/endurance athlete in the body of a two-gap, run stuffing nose-tackle.

Feel free to have an eclaire, baklava, Kitchen Sink, pint of guiness or anything else ON OR AFTER SUNDAY AFTERNOON. You can do it in my honor if you want to blame me (I can take it), but you are the one who will be deserving.

[MouseDogMom]

Yo, Bill, are you out there?

Just wanted you to know that in honor of training for the chocolate eclair marathon, I just ate a PopTart. OK, two. Alas, I did not have access to an eclair. I will make a special trip to pick up one in Epcot in your honor. ;)

I'd like to thank all the WISHers who cannot make it to Disney this weekend for tolerating the taper madness...

Jen in GA

I echo what Jen said. Having been one of those at home last year during marathon weekend, I know how quiet the next few days will be! Thank you all for your support during the past year and for tolerating us while we panicked this week. I know I wouldn't be getting on a plane to go run 13.1 miles if not for all my WISH buddies!

Jackie

[wtpclc]

I'd like to thank all the WISHers who cannot make it to Disney this weekend for tolerating the taper madness...

:thumbsup2 :flower3:

[NYcpa]

Is anyone actually getting any work done. I have spent most of the day surfing the net.

We fly out at 7:10 tomorrow am and if we make our connections at BWI will be at MCO around 11.

Can't wait to see everyone at POP

[aladdinsgirl]

Nyquil is the BEST! I've been taking it for the last week or so. When I started taking it, it was because I was feeling a little congested, but the last few nights, I've been trying to convince myself that I may feel a little congested just so I don't feel like a druggie taking it. ;)

But it does ROCK! It's like a liquid form of a sleeping pill. I'm guessing I should probably lay off it from now till the marathon because I'm sure it has some side effects that would hinder me come race day. Maybe I'll bring it will me to the starting line instead of water bottles. :thumbsup2

Steve

Nyquil is good, but Tylenol PM is better! ::yes:: ::yes:: ::yes::

[wtpclc]

Is anyone actually getting any work done. I have spent most of the day surfing the net.
A coworker told me I was doinga nice job focusing today. LMBO! Actually, I have accomplished some, but surfed a lot. ;)

[nepatsfan73]

A coworker told me I was doinga nice job focusing today. LMBO! Actually, I have accomplished some, but surfed a lot. ;)

http://www.freesmileys.org/emo/sport007.gif Hang Ten and Kowabunga Dudette!!!!

[msblrobs]

Is anyone actually getting any work done. I have spent most of the day surfing the net.

We fly out at 7:10 tomorrow am and if we make our connections at BWI will be at MCO around 11.

Can't wait to see everyone at POPWe may see you at the airport:thumbsup2 Our direct flight from ALB to MCO gets in @ 11:15 then it's off to Alamo.

[HMHunters]

I leave on page 21 and I come back to page 24?!?!? Lots of work getting done today in offices across the country, I see! (I'm just jealous that I can't DIS at work!)

Last load of laundry in the dryer and then the suitcase is closing, woo hoo!

I don't think that anything will help me sleep tonight, even Nyquil!

See ya soon!
Renee

[Cindylou]

Jen in GA: Great Blog, you do a great job writing. I admire that your first attempt at a marathon comes with a 1/2 marathon the day before. Good for you!!

5 more minutes at work then I'm done for the next 12 days!!!

Better finish up.

Cindy

[thndrmatt]

Time to join the party on I10 East and I75 South!

See you at the finish line!

:cheer2:

[Jen117]

Hey everyone. I am sitting in San Diego at the airport waiting for my flight to LA, then my red-eye to Orlando. So as I am reading the thousands of posts I see Kristi post she almost forgot her Carrie sponge.... I got hot flashes... I FORGOT MY CARRIE SPONGE!!! CRAPPPPPPPP!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I will be at the kids races tomorrow morning and then at POP. If my plane gets in on time, I will run the hotel and change into a WISH shirt. See you all there.... I will be spongeless!!!!!!

[Tiger Lily 03]

Safe traveling everyone! I'll see you tomorrow! One more sleep and we'll be in WDW!

Echo the same...thanks to everyone who is left holding the fort. Keep the home fires burning. We'll be taking you with us in spirit!

[nepatsfan73]

Hey everyone. I am sitting in San Diego at the airport waiting for my flight to LA, then my red-eye to Orlando. So as I am reading the thousands of posts I see Kristi post she almost forgot her Carrie sponge.... I got hot flashes... I FORGOT MY CARRIE SPONGE!!! CRAPPPPPPPP!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I will be at the kids races tomorrow morning and then at POP. If my plane gets in on time, I will run the hotel and change into a WISH shirt. See you all there.... I will be spongeless!!!!!!

Hi Jenn. I'll check in on you later. Safe travels. I love ;) red-eyes. One of my favorites was from Hawaii (my best business trip ever). Left there at 5:30 PM into O'Hare for a 6:00 AM to CT. I was able to get to the office, after a quick shower and change, by 10:00 AM.

Hopefully WDW will keep you pumped (or you can sleep on planes, which I have difficulty doing).

OK, gotta go and help DS with his Pinewood Derby car.

All WISHers--stay strong.

[lenshanem]

Hi Wishers!

Just back a few days ago from our WDW NYE trip at VWL. I know I missed most of you and you're now down there, but I really wanted to say good luck to everyone! I can't wait to read all the trip reports and hopefully see lots of pics! DH and I plan on doing next year so I need pics of you awesome guys to inspire me! ;)

I'm now in week four of my half training. I was bad on our trip - I only ran once for three miles. We were down there when that incredible cold snap they had came through and I also caught a MONSTER head cold the second day we arrived. We were on the DDP and I ate a Mickey bar everyday I think... Now I'm paying the price and I've run some tough runs this week - totally taking all my effort. Anyway, I'm back watching my calories and hoping to lose this extra seven pounds I've acquired since the holidays started. :headache:

Again, good luck to all the WISHERS! I'm so excited for you guys! :woohoo:

[Cruella de mom]

I guess I will find a choclate eclair and eat it in Bill's honor too. It's the least I can do for a fallen comrade. ;) I hope they have the ones with cream inside - Its not a real eclair if they put custard in it.

OH, now I KNOW I am going to finish the Goofy, if just to get that eclair! Thanks Bill & Jen! The carrot is now dangling in front of my eyes. Heck, do we pass France at mile 25? Why wait to finish.....

I agree with what Jen said, thanks for putiing up with the taper chaos.

I am off to bed and leaving for ATL by 5:45am. I am not quite sure WHY I have to leave my house at 5:45 am for a 9:30 flight, but I am just following directions. Four hours early for a 1 1/2 hour flight to a city that is only 6 hours away.... hmmm, why are we flying?

Take care everyone, and remember, first and foremost:
HAVE FUN!

Cecilia

[wtpclc]

Good night everyone! I'm signinig off. Leaving on ajet plan at o-600. SAfe travels everyone! Try to sleep!:rotfl2:

[skfulkers]

Well, off to bed for us here, too. Flight leaves from Cincy tomorrow morning at 7:40am and arrives in MCO at 9:44am. I took my Nyquil, so I should be good to go for falling asleep. ;)

Take care, everyone still here, and safe travels to all those heading out.

Thanks to everyone who's not going down for your support. You guys are the best!

I'll try to jump online once we get settled in tomorrow night. G'night all.

Steve

[TnTsParty]

Good luck all who are racing this weekend. Safe travels and have fun!!

[Villains_Rock]

:banana: :banana: Too cool! Whose jersey?

Hasek :o)

[Villains_Rock]

Eva - SOmetimes you can put the registration in, go to check out and remove it from your cart adn just get teh tix. SOmetimes, you can't. ;) WOrth a try.

Thanks Carrie! Worth a shot :confused3

[Minnie]

Good Luck Wish Team!!!!!!!!!

WISHing you all safe travels and the best of luck!!!!!

Hoping to be able to join you all next year. Maybe a 3rd time entry is the charm....

[KelNottAt]

Hello

Hello

Hello

Is there anybody in there? Just nod if you can hear me. Is there anyone home?

Don't mind me (and Pink Floyd) I'm just a little punchy as I wait to get the kids out of school so we can head to the airport.

I have become comfortably numb.

[nepatsfan73]

Hello

Hello

Hello

Is there anybody in there? Just nod if you can hear me. Is there anyone home?

Don't mind me (and Pink Floyd) I'm just a little punchy as I wait to get the kids out of school so we can head to the airport.

I have become comfortably numb.

I hope the comfortably numb is from the Pink Floyd and not adult beverages/prescribed meds. I have been trying to provide the late leavers with some company due to my need to DNS this year. I'll keep checking back (as work permits). Bet this is one of the few occurances where you WISH the kids would hurry up and get home. ;)

Hope you have a safe trip and a great time at the World.

[hoosmi]

I'M STILL HERE!!!!

I'm not comfortably numb; I'm rocking back and forth frantically printing out anything I think I might need! See, I just jumped up to put a pen in my purse to make sure I can sign my waiver!!!

Jen in GA

[Tinks]

Come join us over on the new week's thread! :thumbsup2