2009 VB chair swap

[MiaSRN62]

I've been compiling a list of those interested in joining in on the cost-sharing of beach chairs (2) and an umbrella for any stays at VB in 2009.

I am trying to keep the groups down to two (there were three in 2008 and it got a bit hectic). So while I can't guarantee at this time that I can fit you into the existing lists, I will do my best. Please post here on this thread or PM me if you are going to VB next year and would be interested. The list thus far :



SWAP IS CLOSED FOR 2009
2009 UPDATED Chair Swap List

Group 1 :

tgan 2/13 to 2/20
ender505 3/8 to 3/12
Chickie 3/14 to 3/16
debaudrn 3/22 to 3/26
backyardponder 3/28 to 4/3
StarrW 4/4 to 4/11
SC Minnie 4/11 to 4/18
dressthechild 4/19 to 4/22
dort 5/3 to 5/13
Snakebit 12 5/17 to 5/30
photobob 6/7 to 6/12
Ipandorf 6/22 to 6/29
Robo-Daddy3000 6/29 to 7/2
perpetualplanner 7/6 to 7/10
Buckey Fan 7/19 to 7/26
Tine731 8/2 to 8/7
dairyqueenmom 8/9 to 8/12
Lorelai71 8/12 to 8/19
desmar9 8/20 to 8/24
mickeymorse 8/29 to 9/4
BWV Dreamin 10/11 to 10/16
Kristen 11/22 to 11/26


Group 2:
dgaston 2/15 to 2/20
Jump4Joy 2/20 to 3/1
Chickie 3/14 to 3/16
goldielocks63 3/29 to 4/4
milesjacki 4/4 to 4/11
SC Minnie 4/11 to 4/18
Samamit 4/19 to 4/24
MiaSRN62 5/5 to 5/8
pinktales 5/8 to 5/11
mdurette 5/17 to 5/24
maburke 5/24 to 5/29
texansue 6/6 to 6/12
Isayd 6/28 to 7/1
perpetualplanner 7/6 to 7/10
VBSunGoddess 7/12 to 7/17
ILuvCrush 7/21 to 7/23
Tine731 8/2 to 8/7
Lorelai71 8/11 to 8/19
Mandysmom 8/19 to 8/22
Anal Annie 8/23 to 8/25
Ham Ham 8/28 to 8/31

[MiaSRN62]

Just to give you an idea of what we're looking at ordering to those who haven't seen this before :

CHAIR SWAP ITEMS :

What do u think ? :

http://www.shadeusa.com/beach_umbrellas.htm#PINWHEEL

http://www.shadeusa.com/beach_chairs...20Ever%20Chair

http://www.shadeusa.com/beach_umbrel...tm#sandgrabber

If we can stay at only 2 groups, the total for 2 chairs, 2 umbrellas and 2 sand screws = $150.00

With shipping :
Wear-ever backpack chair
Now on sale!!!
Base price US$29.95
Features/Options:
Wearever Chair colors navy blue 4 US$29.95= US$119.80
Pinwheel beach umbrella
Colorful concentric designs.
Base price US$29.95
Features/Options:
pinwheel colors Tropical blue 2 US$29.95 = US$59.90
SandGrabber
The SandGrabber. 2 US$14.95 = US$29.90
Product Cost US$149.70
Shipping Cost US$39.53
Total US$209.60

Someone brought it to my attention that I only charged for 2 chairs (THANK YOU !)----need 4---so the price has gone up. I think the shipping will probably go up a bit as well. So just want to let everyone know what the projected price per person is as it stands right now :
Looks to be around $11 /person for chair swap. I do intend on coming to a mutually agreeable price that we can all also chip in on a gift/tip for the CM's. So this price will go up a little. I'm open to ideas and suggestions as always : )

[dort]

Chairs and umbrellas look great! :thumbsup2 Thanks so much for taking on this huge task. :worship:

[DisDaydreamer]

Bump

[BWV Dreamin]

What have dis'ers done with the chair swap stuff when they are the last ones on the list?

[DisDaydreamer]

What have dis'ers done with the chair swap stuff when they are the last ones on the list?

I think they just allow VB to dispose of them. :confused3

[dgaston]

Thanks Maria for your hard work. Umbrella looks great, couldn't see the chairs, but ready and able to pitch in for the swap and CM gratuity.

[MiaSRN62]

Thanks guys for all your support/encouragement.

I agree with Rob...if the last person didn't want them, I believe VB CM's disposed of them. I was asked to leave specific information about this too with the 2009 list. I'm pretty sure one of the umbrellas didn't make it past mid August....it was falling apart.

[MiaSRN62]

couldn't see the chairs, but ready and able to pitch in for the swap and CM gratuity.


Hi Debbie,
Yeah...think that link had some problems. Here's what the chairs look like :

http://i15.photobucket.com/albums/a400/MiaSRN62/clip%20art/Wearever_stuff.jpg

http://i15.photobucket.com/albums/a400/MiaSRN62/clip%20art/wearever_1_small.jpg

And the description :

Wear-ever Hi-back chair with aluminum frame. The Cadillac of beach chairs. Ultra comfort and hands free portability. Combines the concept of a backpack and a high back chair in one easy to carry lounger.
1" rust-proof aluminum tube frame,
4-position recline.
Rugged 600 denier fabric double stitched stress points.
Netted cup holder.
Adjustable pillow headrest.
Beveled polished hardwood arms.
Foam padding for comfort when worn as a backpack.
Nylon washers assure smooth, silent operation.
Sturdy side-release buckles keep the backpack and chair securely closed.
Seat fabric is 15" wide and sits 11" off the ground.
Folds to a compact 23” x 27.5” x 3.5” for easy storage.
Spacious 16” x 13” x 5” backpack is large enough to hold an Igloo 'Lil Playmate' drink cooler.
Inside the backpack is a hidden velcro pouch to keep keys and wallet safe and secure.
Model WC-04. 9 lbs. Rated at 250 pounds.
Hunter green, royal blue, navy blue and jet black. Click here for colors
Add a detachable foot rest to a royal or navy blue chair for just $10!
MSRP = $59.95. Shade USA price is $29.95.

[texansue]

I haven't done a swap before but I'm in! I just made my first VB reservation for June 6-12. Just let me know what you need from me. Thanks!!!
Sue

[maburke]

If possible, I'd like in on it, too. Our dates are May 24-29. Thanks so much for putting this together!!

You talk about a gift/tip for the CM's, but it seems (also?) appropriate for each of us to tip along the way, in case there are changes and to keep up the support for this?

[MiaSRN62]

Hello !
I've added 3 people to the chair swap today ! As the list grows, spots will be become unavailable. So anyone interested, please try and let me know as soon as your plans are firm. I'm aiming for the end of Dec for closing the swap and officially collecting money and ordering the chairs/umbrella.

As for the tip. We personally do plan on tipping on our own maburke. But I just feel a group tip will make more of an impact on the CM's and make them more likely to agree to this in the future. But yes, I agree, if people can tip on their own in addition, that would be great. They are doing us all a great service by allowing this. We are all saving a good deal of money.

Off to work now.....

[rigsby25]

What have dis'ers done with the chair swap stuff when they are the last ones on the list?

I went last month and saw them under the walkway where they keep the other chairs.

[MiaSRN62]

Someone PM'd me this past week and they weren't quite sure how the chair swap worked. I've been swamped at work and this is my first opportunity to reply. I figured I'd do it on the thread to all, so anyone else who might have questions would be able to see it as well.

I'll try to explain. I've researched some reasonably priced beach chairs (2) , an umbrella and a device to keep the umbrella in place in the sand.

I've provided the link to the chairs/umbrellas. You can see the prices.

Then I compile the lists of those wishing to share in the swap. I have 2 groups right now and I don't feel I want to make a third. So once all dates are full, if you tell me you want to be included and there are no openings, my hands are tied.

I then divide the cost of the chair swap (and I intend on adding in a tip for the CM's who are going to handle all this) and divide by the number of people joining in the swap. Last year's swap was around $11-$12. It all depends on the amount sharing and the agreed amount of a tip. We can all vote on that later on.

Once this is all determined, I begin collecting the money. I'll order the chairs and have them shipped to VB. I then compile 2 lists for the VB CM's. The lists will have everyone's name on them (so I will need real names vs screen names for the lists). When you check-in for your stay at VB, mention to the front desk you are part of the DIS boards chair swap. They will direct you to Bell Services where the CM's will look up your name and hand over your chairs. When you leave the resort, you will return the chairs/umbrella back to the Bell Desk for the next person on the list.

Doing a swap saves CONSIDERABLE amount of money---especially if you use them daily. Honestly, even if you use them 1 day, you are still saving lots over the resort's cost to rent. It's a great idea that I did not dream up----credit goes to starbox who managed the swap last year.

So I'm hoping this helps to explain the swap concept. And later on, we all will have to decide on a tip amount for the CM's. Alot of us feel this is the nice thing to do considering this swapping out of chairs and umbrellas has got to be a pain to the CM's. So it's our way of saying "thank you" to them. I encourage individual tipping as well --maybe on the day you return the chairs.

As always, I'm open to any and all suggestions or ideas. Thanks for listening :)

[MiaSRN62]

BUMP :jumping3:

Just a head's up to anyone who may be interested. I will close the list to the VB Chair Swap at the end of December. I've had a couple people PM in the past 2 weeks but this thread was on page 6......so had to bump !

[photobob]

Photobob here, I just noticed that my dates are wrong. I'm going to be there 6/7-6/12.

[Candace]

Do the CM's help get the umbrellas up? As a solo woman, I sometimes have a hard time getting it really stable in the sand. Thanks

[Robo-Daddy 3000]

I will be at Vero Beach resort from June 29 to July 2 and I would love to be included on the chair swap list if possible. Thanks for organizing the lists. :goodvibes

[Buckeye Fan]

You already have us on there for a week in July, and I'm definitely interested. PM me, and I'll get you the $$$.

Thanks for doing this! It's a GREAT idea! :thumbsup2

[MiaSRN62]

Do the CM's help get the umbrellas up? As a solo woman, I sometimes have a hard time getting it really stable in the sand. Thanks


Hi Candace,

I know if you rent from VB directly, they will help u set it up. But our chair/umbrella swap is a little different. The CM's that work in Bell Services store our equipment in the closet/storage area in the main lobby. They keep a list of all our names. When u check in, you go to the Bell window and tell them you are participating in the DIS chair/umbrella swap and then give your name. They cross off your name....give you all the equipment, and for the remainder of your visit, you keep the chairs and umbrella in your room and are responsible for taking it to and from the beach and setting it up. I'm not sure if anyone would be available to assist you or not ? I know if you rent from Disney, you do so right on the beach (as opposed to the hotel lobby).

I know this might be an inconvenience and I can understand how it would be. You could perhaps call the resort and ask if they offer any kind of assistance with issues like this before you decide to join our swap ? Just keep me posted on what you'd like to do.


Photobob...sorry, I'll fix your dates in a minute..........

Robo Daddy....let me check the lists to see if I can fit you in somewhere.

Buckeyefan.....I'll let everyone know closer to the end of Dec what the cost will be. I'll keep everyone on the list posted ! :)

[photobob]

Maria, thanks for going to all the effort to do this.

Bob

[MiaSRN62]

No problem Bob...you're welcome :)

[Robo-Daddy 3000]

Thanks, Maria. Keep me posted.

[perpetualplanner]

We'll be at Vero 7/6-7/10 with 8 people (2 rooms). If possible could we get on both lists and if someone needs the same dates we'd be willing to give one up. Thanks!! BTW - it's a GREAT idea. This is why I love the DIS.:lovestruc

[ender505]

We'll be there March 8th to March 12th and would love to get on one of the lists.

Thanks

[MiaSRN62]

perpetualplanner and ender505....got you both added !

Perpetualplanner, you're ok with paying the rental fee x2 ? As long as noone else comes in with your dates, I'll leave you on both lists. Of course I will be updating the final costs in a couple of weeks for approval by everyone partaking in the swap.

ender505....:welcome: to the DIS !

perpetualplanner says :This is why I love the DIS.
I know ! :disrocks:

[perpetualplanner]

Perfectly fine with paying the fee x2. It saves me a HUGE headache since we're going with family who I'm already concerned about having a good time.

[MiaSRN62]

Awesome ! Glad u understand perpetualplanner. And honestly you're right. Even paying to be on two lists is a HUGE savings over what the resort charges.
Everyone keep posted because I'll be closing the swap list in the next 2-3 weeks and then working on detailed costs for everyone and we'll need to agree on an amount for the CM tip too. Shouldn't be much if we all give a few $. But I'm open to any ideas and suggestions as always :)

[mickeymorse]

You soooooo ROCK Maria. :)

[ender505]

Thanks for adding us to the list Maria.

And thanks for the welcome! It'll be our first trip to VB and the chair swap sounds like it'll be great.

[MiaSRN62]

Bumping it up....because the list will close at the end of this month :goofy:

[MiaSRN62]

Slipped to page 3......BUMP again :dumbo:

[MiaSRN62]

Slipped to page 3 again............

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[MiaSRN62]

It's getting very near the time I will close the chair swap. Please everyone check that they are on the list. If you are on the list, and have changed your mind, PLEASE let me know right away.

I have calculated the cost of the chairs, umbrellas, etc and added total shipping :

Wear-ever backpack chair: 4 @ $29.95 each
Pinwheel beach umbrella : 2 @ $29.95 each
carry bag for umbrella : 2 @ $4.95
The SandGrabber (umbrella stake) : 2 @ $14.95

TOTAL with shipping of $54.78 = $274.28

We have a total of 30 parties sharing in the cost as of right now. That means it would be $9.15 each NOT including whatever agreed upon TIP for our VB CM's. We need to think about an appropriate tip for the CM's handling all thise. Keep in mind, they are storing and maintaining our swap lists for many months. If we all gave another $5 extra (for a total of $14.15), that would be $150 tip for the CM's for all the months they maintain and assist us with this swap. What do u all think ? If you all want to give more or less for a tip, please share with the group. I am open to ANY and ALL suggestions. Please let's all share our thoughts.

Thanks...sometime between Christmas and New Years eve I will close the swap and begin the process of collecting money and placing the order.

Thanks guys !

[perpetualplanner]

$5 sounds very reasonable to me. They will be dealing with this for months and we want to make sure that they're happy or at least not upset with the situation.

[backyardponder]

I think the $5 is a good amount. I also plan on tipping the person who delivers these to my room and picks them up. For those of you who have followed Maria's work in putting the swap together, the folks at VB were reluctant to support this due to some issues in the past. Having some extra tip money will help for those who want to do this in the future.

Thanks Maria for putting this together.

[Starr W.]

Good idea about the tip!

I can imagine how those CM's must be by the end of this. :eek:

[dort]

Ditto on the $5 tip being a good idea. Definitely want to keep the CM's happy.:) I'm sitting here watching it snow, wish I was sitting in one of the chairs watching the WAVES:yay:

[MiaSRN62]

Awesome...thanks for all the responses and opinions coming in.......if anyone has anything else to offer, please chime right in :)

Try and stay warm guys.....and think of the "happy place" !

[Buckeye Fan]

I'm great with everything you've outlined. Again, thanks for coordinating and Happy Holidays!!!
Bridgett

[dairyqueenmom]

I am also good with the $5.00 tip, thanks so much for doing this. I feel great not wasting money on Chairs, this is so green!!!

[milesjacki]

5 dollars sounds great to me ---i will tip them privately as well
thank you for organizing this and stay warm
i too live in philly, i logged on here today to think 'warmer' thoughts
because of the winter chill here
happy holidays
jacki

[MiaSRN62]

Thanks Jacki !

I'm with you....we'll tip privately as well. It's just nice to have something coming from our group.

And I totally think Philly is the new Anartica ! Between the zero wind chills and ice from Friday and Sunday, I'm so done with winter already.....

[MiaSRN62]

I've added ILuvCrush to the chair swap :)

[ILuvCrush]

I've added ILuvCrush to the chair swap :)

Thanks Maria!!:goodvibes

[dgaston]

$5 is fine with me. That's what I was also thinking of tipping the CM on our return of the chairs -- does that figure seem in the ball park to others?

[mickeymorse]

Everything sounds great with me Maria. Sorry I haven't replied sooner but haven't been on the computer much the last week.

[ILuvCrush]

$5 sounds great...probably what I'll be personnally tipping too:goodvibes

[MiaSRN62]

Thanks for all the replies.....I'm thinking about Monday or maybe Tues to close the swap for good and tally up the cost for each person. Stay tuned. Just a little swamped right now with the holiday rush. Hope everyone is enjoying their holidays..........

[Buckeye Fan]

Thanks for all the replies.....I'm thinking about Monday or maybe Tues to close the swap for good and tally up the cost for each person. Stay tuned. Just a little swamped right now with the holiday rush. Hope everyone is enjoying their holidays..........
Same to you, Maria! Wishing you a Happy New Year! :goodvibes

[Lorelai71]

Please add me to the chair swap! Wow, it seems that I just got in before the deadline.

We will be there 8/11 thru 8/19 2009. We would like to be in both chair swaps.

I realize we won't be able to get one set of chairs until the 15th but that's okay.

Thanks!

[MiaSRN62]

Hi Lorali71....

I haven't closed the thread yet because we ended up visiting NYC today. So now I'm behind. I have to work tommorrow, so I probably won't close the swap until Friday now.

But Lorali71.....unless I'm just too exhausted from running all over NYC in 20 degree wind chills......I see a delay with both groups. In group ONE, I can let you partake in the swap from 8/12 to 8/19. In group TWO, I can let u swap from 8/15 to 8/19. So I realize this isn't your entire stay, so let me know if you're still interested. As I said....I'll need to know by Friday.

Have a good week VB fans.........and see you in 2009
http://i15.photobucket.com/albums/a400/MiaSRN62/clip%20art/newyear.jpg

[Lorelai71]

Hi MiaSRN62,
Yes I am still interested. Yes the 12th is also fine. Thanks

Whoo hoo! I bet you had fun in NYC!

Happy New Year!

[photobob]

I think adding tip money in is a good idea as well and plan to privately tip them too. We need to keep the CM's happy since they play a part in helping make this happen!

[desmar9]

Hi Maria,
So glad you kept this open! Can I get in on Aug. 20-24th? Just let me know how much you need and how to get it to you? Thank you! Mary

[BWV Dreamin]

Maria!!!!! Change of plans for the third time!! My airfare just went down for my spring trip....got a $158 credit!! Now I am planning on VB in October. Can't call till tomorrow....can you put me back on the chair swap list? If its too late, thats ok. I'm planning for Oct. 11th - departing 16th.

[MiaSRN62]

Good Day everyone ! I will do the total somewhere between tonight and tommorrow. Out to visit some friends and family this afternoon.

But I have added this morning :
desmar9
BWV Dreamin (glad u got that great airfare !!!)
Lorelai71 (added to both lists. Just want you to understand you will have to pay for being on both. Are u ok with this ? There is one other person on both lists as well and they are doing the same. Let me know Lorelai71).

Have a great first day of 2009 all !

[mandysmom]

We'll be at VB from 8/19 and checking out early on 8/23, so if there is availability we'd love to get in on the swap from 8/19-8/22. Thanks, and I hope I'm not too late.

[MiaSRN62]

I've got u added mandysmom. Tommorrow I will close the swap list and total everything up. I actually have some extra time to work on this now because all my family and friends who I had plans to visit today are sick :sick: :sad1:

[MiaSRN62]

Today is the day. Closing the swap. I've totaled everything up and the cost for chairs/umbrellas/holder/carry bags comes to $274.28 with the shipping included in that.

The $5 tip per person comes to $175 for the CM's. I came to that amount by multiplying 35 people x $5.

Grand total being divided among us all : $449.28

I did divide the amount of the chairs/umbrellas by 37. Two extra people because two posters are in both groups for their vacation. So they are paying twice.

The amount PER PERSON is $12.15 (includes everything even tip).
Those two people who are in two groups will owe double that ($24.30 each).

If everyone is agreeable to this, then I have to PM everyone with my address. That's going to take some time. I wasn't even thinking of that. :rotfl:


So please look for PM's. I'll need everyone to send me the amount listed before I can place the order please. So please check your PM boxes and make sure they are not full.

You can PM or email me. I'm fine with either.
My email is : MiaSRN62@aol.com

Our swap is now closed. Thanks to everyone.

[MiaSRN62]

Hi....just wanted to add, that when you eventually get to the point where you are sending the check to me, please include a little note with your DIS name so I can check you off on my list. It will just make it easier. But I do need your real names (the name that is on the VB reservation is preferable), because I must supply all names to the CM's at VB. They only know the names on the reservation. So please include that. I really appreciate it. Listing your mailing hometown and state should probably be included as well. I think I'll list name and city/state on the master lists that I plan to fax to VB.

Some people are already emailing me with their info and I appreciate it. But if it's included with the check, it'll just make it even more organized for me.
Thanks !

[MiaSRN62]

Ok...just finished PM'ing everyone. I've gotten about 6 replies so far. Thank you. The sooner all the money is collected, the sooner I can order the chairs/umbrellas. Thanks to everyone for their cooperation. Some people have trips in Feb, so I need to get this ordered as soon as possible.

[Buckeye Fan]

Sent you a PM. Check is in the mail!

Thanks, again, Maria!
Bridgett

[dort]

Check is in the mail.:yay:

[MiaSRN62]

Thanks so much dort. I've been getting alot of PM's /emails today so I appreciate all the cooperation on this task.

I will say that I am a wee bit concerned with some DIS'ers on the swap list who we have not heard from in awhile. I am sincerely hoping they are still interested & check in soon.

[mickeymorse]

Sent an email and PM'd you Maria. :goodvibes

[maburke]

I will say that I am a wee bit concerned with some DIS'ers on the swap list who we have not heard from in awhile. I am sincerely hoping they are still interested & check in soon.

Sorry, Maria, I'm such a lurker by nature! My check is in the mail, with all the info you requested. Thanks so much for doing this!

[MiaSRN62]

Hi all....

Ok...got a return PM from someone who I have on the swap list who said they have no idea what I was talking about ? I'm confused now. This person did post on the VB Adoration thread. However, I cannot confirm or deny that they asked to be on the swap. I delete my PM's often (I'm regretting this now).

Also, Par8hed quit the DIS back on page 14 of the Adoration thread. Yet he added he was still interested at that time, in the swap and that his wife would contact me. I have never heard from either Tom or Robyn since. Anyone see posts from them anywhere on DIS ?

I could potentially have to take these 2 posters off the swap. And I'm getting nervous about others who I haven't heard from or seen post for quite awhile. Do I put a time limit on how long I have to wait to hear from some on the swap list ? This whole thing is making me a bit nervous.

Maybe people should hold off on sending money until everyone checks in ?? The amount that do not come through with this will affect our final price. If it's small, I'll eat the extra amount. But if it's a larger amount I just don't know.

Suggestions ???? What pops into my mind, is, if adjustments to cost have to be made, it will come from the CM tip amount ?

[MiaSRN62]

Just got another cancellation...........but also got someone new who is interested.

[desmar9]

Hi Maria,

I just emailed you and will get the check to you as soon as you have heard from everyone and you know that the price is going to stay the same. I don't want you to get stuck paying anything additional. I'll check back often so we can get the $$ out to you right away! :)

[dort]

Hi Maria!
If there is an additional charge please let me know. I have no problem paying more. You have my email address. :)
119 days and counting.

[BWV Dreamin]

Maria, maybe you could try and pm everyone on the lists, sort of a like a roll call. I would say those that haven't gotten back to you by some defined day next week, well I would just drop them, so you can get on with the order. JMHO.

[perpetualplanner]

Still interested in being on both lists. I'll hold off sending the check until next week when it, hopefully, it'll be final. Let me know if you want me to send it sooner. Sorry this is turning into kind of a mess. You've done a lot to put this together and we all REALLY appreciate it!!

[ILuvCrush]

Maria,
i have no prob paying more if you need to drop people...just let me know:goodvibes

Paula

[Jump4Joy8390]

Hi Maria,

Sorry to hear that you are having problems with the chair swap. We are still very interested and are willing to pay more if you end up with less than originally planned. I'll keep checking this thread throughout the next few days.

Thanks so much for organizing all this!
Corinne :beach:

[MiaSRN62]

You guys are great.....
I have PM'd every single person on the lists. I say give everyone until Jan 10 and then if some have not responded or rescinded, then recalculate ?

[MiaSRN62]

My PM box is getting full. Please email me if you can't get through :
MiaSRN62@aol.com

[photobob]

You guys are great.....
I have PM'd every single person on the lists. I say give everyone until Jan 10 and then if some have not responded or rescinded, then recalculate ?

That should be enough time. I check the Dis multiple times per day, not everyone does, but that time frame seems reasonable.

[backyardponder]

Hi Maria,

My guess is, even though the list is closed, there will be some folks who want to get added. They could cover the financials for any who no longer want to participate.

Also, I have no problem throwing in more money into the "pot". You shouldn't be doing this at a loss. Just let us know.

John

[MiaSRN62]

Hi John....I have at least two people interested right now. Also, I turned a couple people down in the past week, but I deleted alot of my PM's because I needed room to send and receive PM's for the swap. So can't remember their names.

So if anyone is interested that I recently had to turn down, please check back in again this week. Something may open up. I am waiting for the following people to confirm or deny they still want "in" on the swap (if not, these spots will open up on Jan 10) :

Email me : MiaSRN62@aol.com

Thanks

[VBSunGoddess]

You guys are great.....
I have PM'd every single person on the lists. I say give everyone until Jan 10 and then if some have not responded or rescinded, then recalculate ?


I am Par8heds wife. As he told you he is no longer posting on the disboards. However we still want to be part of the chairswap for 7/12-7/17. Sorry it took me so long to get in touch. I hope we are still on your list. I will send the check as soon as I get your address.

Thanks

I don't have enough post to pm you. Can you please pm me

[dgaston]

Check is in the mail. Please let us know if you need any more money. This is so reasonable for all your hard work.

[ender505]

Check's in the mail! thanks again

[MiaSRN62]

Hi all !
Past 2 days...received checks from :
maburke
Buckeye Fan
dort
photobob
mdurette

Thanks guys !

[goldilocks_63]

Maria,

I'm in - will be sending in a check.

Thanks for the hard work, GOldi

[MiaSRN62]

Thanks Goldi !!!

[MiaSRN62]

Has anyone seen either milesjacki or pinktales on the DIS ? Both clearly indicate they want to be on the chair swap on the VB Adoration thread (page 16 for pinktales). When I check my PM's.....it appears both PM's to these DIS'ers have been read yet I have not heard back from them ? I'm afraid my PM Box may have been full and I missed something ??? So again, to pinktales or milesjacki.....please email me if you are interested by Jan 10.

Also, Lorelai71 seemed very interested in the swap as well...have heard nothing from her since Dec 30 on this thread. She has not responded to me either by PM or email....unless, again, my PM box was full. I am trying to empty as quickly as possible. If Lorelai71, pinktales or milesjacki are still interested in the swap, please email me or post here :
MiaSRN62@aol.com

And there are others I have not heard anything from in quite awhile and I doubt they will respond : Poohgirl, iloveokw ? So the dates of April 25 to May 3 as well as March 24 to 28 will most likely open up on Jan 10 if anyone is interested. Thanks.

[milesjacki]

Hi Mia:

Milesjacki reporting - sent a check today with all info
looking forward to my time Vero this Spring
GO Eagles!!!!!!!

thanks for all you do, jm

[MiaSRN62]

Hi all.....
More mail arrived today. Received from :

dgaston
dressthechild
StarrW
backyardponder
lsayd

Thanks guys !!!!
Maria

[MiaSRN62]

Mail today from :

ender505
Robo-Daddy3000
milesjacki (Yes ! Go Eagles !)

Thanks everyone.......

[MiaSRN62]

Update :

Looks like we'll be good. If I come up a little short, I'll just take a little from the tip or throw the extra in myself. There are still some I have not heard from at all....and one was in both groups. Lorelai seemed so interested that I'm suprised I've gotten no response from my PM's or posts here ?

But I have gotten a couple new people added so that helps make up a little for the few that I have not heard from. I think instead of $12.15 it's coming to $12.80/person. Not a big deal.

Once I get all the payments, I'll place the order. I'll keep everyone posted.....

[BWV Dreamin]

Can anyone on the chair swap PM me with Maria's name and home address? For some reason, her pm did not stay in my inbox. I will try and email her as well. Thanks!:goodvibes

[photobob]

Just pm'd you.

[DisDaydreamer]

Update :

Looks like we'll be good. If I come up a little short, I'll just take a little from the tip or throw the extra in myself. There are still some I have not heard from at all....and one was in both groups. Lorelai seemed so interested that I'm suprised I've gotten no response from my PM's or posts here ?

But I have gotten a couple new people added so that helps make up a little for the few that I have not heard from. I think instead of $12.15 it's coming to $12.80/person. Not a big deal.

Once I get all the payments, I'll place the order. I'll keep everyone posted.....

Hey, Mia, Thanks for taking this on. Not many people understand what a difficult task this is.... love ya girl.... and THANKS.

[MiaSRN62]

Right back at ya Rob ! And SO happy you're here again ! :goodvibes :)

[dairyqueenmom]

Just booked our days at Vero, will get the $12.80 in the mail. Thanks so much we can't wait to try Vero out.

[jennz]

hi everone - we're waiting to hear if we can get in at Vero and I would love to be in on this swap if we get in. There'll be 3 of us from 5/30 - 6/5, and the week is open in both swaps. Hopefully we'll be going to Vero and can participate, even though it's after the deadline, and our money can either cover a shortfall or add to the tip? I'll let you know if our ressies come through (of course I will!):goodvibes

[VBSunGoddess]

I'll mail the check for $12.80 today

Thanks again

[MiaSRN62]

hi everone - we're waiting to hear if we can get in at Vero and I would love to be in on this swap if we get in. There'll be 3 of us from 5/30 - 6/5, and the week is open in both swaps. Hopefully we'll be going to Vero and can participate, even though it's after the deadline, and our money can either cover a shortfall or add to the tip? I'll let you know if our ressies come through (of course I will!)

Hi Jennifer.....
Since I have not placed the order yet and the week is open & there have been people who have not responded, yes. Let me know if your plans come through and I'll add you. I'll wait to hear from you.


Thanks VBSunGoddess.....and dairyqueenmom.......it sure is a good day to dream about VB ! Getting 4-6 inches of the white stuff today....UGHHHHH

[Tine731]

:flower3: I just sent you a PM.

[Lorelai71]

Hello Mia, I had "computer drama".

I am still interested and just sent you a PM

[MiaSRN62]

Perpetualplanner.....got your check today....thanks !!!!


Lorelai ! I was hoping you'd get in touch with me. I knew you were interested. Sorry to hear about your computer woes. Never fun. I've got u added to both lists ! Sent u a PM.

Tine731 ! Yes...I can add you ! sent you a PM with my address. Thanks.

[Jump4Joy8390]

Hi Maria,

Just waited until you announced the final amount to get your money order; will send it first thing Monday!

Thanks for all your hard work and patience! It is much appreciated.

[MiaSRN62]

Good Morning VB friends,

Mail arrived yesterday from the following (and thanks for all the notes !) :

Texansue
desmar9
ILuvCrush
Chickie
BWV Dreamin
Mandysmom

I'll keep ya all posted. Waiting on about 8 more people. I'm sure they'll get here this week.

PS : just for all of your records. I have not cashed/deposited anyone's checks yet. I am waiting to get all of them and then deposit them all together before placing the order.
Thanks !!!

[MiaSRN62]

Hi Rob (Mickeymorse) !!!
Got your note/money today. Thank you :)

[samamit]

Hi Maria,

Just found the chair swap thread and love to participate if possible. We'll be there from 4/19-4/24. I can't PM you as I'm still new :wave:

Thanks
Amit

[jennz]

Well, we're wait-listed for our week 5/31-6/5. :( Hopefully it will come through and we can jump in late. Nice to think about as we get our snow here in Indy and the upper midwest is colder than Alaska!:beach:

[MiaSRN62]

Hi Amit...

I can fit you in because #1) I've had cancellations
and #2)I haven't placed the order yet....still waiting for a few checks to come in. I'm waiting on 7 more people from my records. I'm hoping they come in by this weekend. Fingers crossed.

So please email me since we can't PM yet : MiaSRN62@aol.com
I'll give you the details when you email me.

Thanks

[MiaSRN62]

Well, we're wait-listed for our week 5/31-6/5. :( Hopefully it will come through and we can jump in late. Nice to think about as we get our snow here in Indy and the upper midwest is colder than Alaska!:beach:

Hi Jen,

I can fit you in from 5/31 to 6/5 ! Honestly I had forgotten so very very glad u posted !!!! If you are interested, please email me or PM for details :

MiaSRN62@aol.com (I'm fine with emails because my PM's fill up fast with the swap communication).

Maria

[samamit]

Thanks Maria!:yay:

Just sent you an email with my details. Now, what's the chance of a Hurricane spoiling our trip in April :teeth:

[DWFan4Life]

I'm hoping that we can join this, we were still fixing our reservation. :) I'm excited again. :dance3:

Have a nice day everyone. :)

[MiaSRN62]

Hi all.....feeling like a human popcicle here in the burbs of Philly ! Will wake up to 7 degrees tommorrow and 2 degrees on Sat ! Not funny ! This doesn't even include wind chills which they say will be 15-20 degrees BELOW ZERO ! UGHHH.....

Anyway....got some mail today (THANKS EVERYONE !!!!) :

goldilocks63
snakbit12
VBSunGoddess
Jump4Joy8390

I will sit and total the checks tonight and if I have enough will deposit and place order early next week. If I'm a little short until the final checks come in, I can just front that. I'm nervous about getting it ordered because there are some swappers going to VB in Feb.
Maria

[perpetualplanner]

Sounds like a good plan!

We're freezing here too near Chicago. Dreaming of springtime on the positive side I've almost convinced DH to do a Spring Break trip since we're so tired of the cold.

[MiaSRN62]

Please....everyone....check page 1 of this thread and make sure if you are interested in the swap your name is on one of the groups (or both if you paid for two). If there is anything wrong, PLEASE email me right away :
MiaSRN62@aol.com

Also....just a suggestion. But in order that we are all considerate of eachother, I noticed several people are returning their chairs/umbrellas the same day another is arriving. IOW, some swappers are back-to-back. I would think maybe these DIS'ers could communicate with eachother about their approximate arrival times ? So if a DIS'er is returning a chair on the 20th, and another DIS'er is due to start their rental on the 20th, I would hope you both would communicate and come to an understanding about the chairs. Anyone checking out, hopefully has the chairs returning prior to 11 am of that day, so the DIS'er coming in, knows the chairs will be there when they arrive.

Wilec....you PM'd me about the swap. Your dates were 8/27 to 8/31. I can only fit you for 8/27 and 8/28. Chairs would have to be returned on 8/29 for mickeymorse's arrival. I'd say returned by 11 am unless Mickeymorse anticipates a late arrival to VB that day ? But Wilec, if you are interested in just the two days (8/27 & 8/28), let me know and I'll add u.

Thanks for everyone's communication in this swap, but there are still a few more checks I have not received. Please drop me an email if there is a problem or change in plans. Thank u !

[jennz]

Hi Maria - you've got me down for the swap but we're only on the wait list for rooms right now, sadly. Hopefully the room will come through. Just wanted to make sure you knew that. Today I'm definitely dreaming about the beach and the warmth! -20 this morning before wind chill, school closed...heck, Alaska would be warmer right now!:rotfl:

[MiaSRN62]

Thanks for the head's up Jennz......I'm gonna note that.

Good luck and pixie dust to you ! pixiedust:

[Tine731]

Hi Maria, I mailed the check on Monday so please let me know if you do not receive it by tomorrow at the latest....It is coming from Mississippi. Thank you.

[MiaSRN62]

Tine731.....thanks....your check arrived this afternoon.

I deposited all checks I had received this morning. Tine, won't be able to deposit yours until Tues due to holiday on Mon. Once they all clear, I will place order and then fax list to VB.

Some have yet to get their checks to me. If there is a problem but you're still interested, please email me, otherwise I will not be including your name on the list I fax to VB next week. I really appreciate it. It's just very challenging to keep all these names and groups in order and keep track of all the money. My dh was nice enough to make an Excel spreadsheet for me last night (thanks dh !)
MiaSRN62@aol.com

[mickeymorse]

Please....everyone....check page 1 of this thread and make sure if you are interested in the swap your name is on one of the groups (or both if you paid for two). If there is anything wrong, PLEASE email me right away :
MiaSRN62@aol.com

Also....just a suggestion. But in order that we are all considerate of eachother, I noticed several people are returning their chairs/umbrellas the same day another is arriving. IOW, some swappers are back-to-back. I would think maybe these DIS'ers could communicate with eachother about their approximate arrival times ? So if a DIS'er is returning a chair on the 20th, and another DIS'er is due to start their rental on the 20th, I would hope you both would communicate and come to an understanding about the chairs. Anyone checking out, hopefully has the chairs returning prior to 11 am of that day, so the DIS'er coming in, knows the chairs will be there when they arriv

Wilec....you PM'd me about the swap. Your dates were 8/27 to 8/31. I can only fit you for 8/27 and 8/28. Chairs would have to be returned on 8/29 for mickeymorse's arrival. I'd say returned by 11 am unless Mickeymorse anticipates a late arrival to VB that day ? But Wilec, if you are interested in just the two days (8/27 & 8/28), let me know and I'll add u.

For Wilec. We (mickeymorse) are driving over from WDW and don't anticipate being at the resort right at 11. I'm sure by the time we get settled and can enjoy relaxing on the beach, it will be mid afternoon.

Thanks for everyone's communication in this swap, but there are still a few more checks I have not received. Please drop me an email if there is a problem or change in plans. Thank u !

Maria. Glad your DH was able to help out. That's what us guys do of course.

[MiaSRN62]

Maria. Glad your DH was able to help out. That's what us guys do of course.

:rotfl: Yes MM....dh came in quite handy last night ! I know nothing of excel spreadsheets and how to set them up !

[mickeymorse]

I love Excel. It amazes me the things you can do with it.

[MiaSRN62]

I love Excel. It amazes me the things you can do with it.


You sound like my dh MM ! He was having fun with the little chair swap project last night....:cool1:

[debaudrn]

Maria
I sent you an email. I'm interested in 3/22/09-3/26/09 if there is still availability. I will send a check immediately once I hear from you by email.
Thanks.
Debbie

[MiaSRN62]

There is availablility......that would be great if you could get the check right out. I'll send you a PM with my address..........
My email just in case is : MiaSRN62@aol.com

Thanks Debbie........
Maria

[Anal Annie]

Hi Maria - I have not been thru each & every page of this thread...honestly just the first page and the last page... It LOOKS like if your groups are up-to-date on the first page that you might still have room for us in group # 2. We are HOPING to book for just 3 nights in August - from the 23-25. But I can't call to book it until next Friday. I called this morning to see if I could get a feel for the availability (I want an OVIR if we can) and she said they have at least one for the 17-24 (the first part of my ressie is from the 16-23 at WDW so she could look that far ahead since it's not in my booking window). She couldn't tell me yet 'cuz of the date if they had the 25 too. ANYWAY, I would be very interested in participating for those 3 nights if we can and if we get our ressie. If we don't get the OVIR then we'll try for the Gdn View Inn Room and then for a studio. So hopefully, between the 3 types we'll get SOMETHING. I'd like to have 2 real beds tho...so we'll see. I am just in hope mode for the next 6 days...

Anyway, please let me know if I'm too late to join or not and can I wait for Friday 1/23 to make it official and then finally, how much ETC., ETC., ETC.:beach: THANKS! I am very excited to see VB for the first time!!

[MiaSRN62]

We are HOPING to book for just 3 nights in August - from the 23-25. But I can't call to book it until next Friday.

Hi Anal Annie....
I do have those dates open right now. But you would have to PM/email me on friday after you speak with MS. Because I am planning on faxing out the lists and ordering by Friday. My first chair swappers arrive on Feb 13 and Feb 15....so I must have the chairs to VB by that time. So please contact me asap on Friday : MiaSRN62@aol.com
I wish you lots of luck getting your reservation ! If it makes you feel any better, I was able to get those dates last year at the 7 month window and I had my choice of OVIR or GVIR as well as the ability to book a studio for my ds (had to do 1 nights points and 1 cash night on the studio).

[debaudrn]

Thanks Maria! The check is ready to be mailed out later today.
Keep me posted on the details.
Debbie

[MiaSRN62]

Thanks Maria! The check is ready to be mailed out later today.
Keep me posted on the details.
Debbie

Thanks Debbie....check back to this thread by the end of next week. I will post more details here once I fax the lists out.

Maria

[BWV Dreamin]

Hi Maria - I have not been thru each & every page of this thread...honestly just the first page and the last page... It LOOKS like if your groups are up-to-date on the first page that you might still have room for us in group # 2. We are HOPING to book for just 3 nights in August - from the 23-25. But I can't call to book it until next Friday. I called this morning to see if I could get a feel for the availability (I want an OVIR if we can) and she said they have at least one for the 17-24 (the first part of my ressie is from the 16-23 at WDW so she could look that far ahead since it's not in my booking window). She couldn't tell me yet 'cuz of the date if they had the 25 too. ANYWAY, I would be very interested in participating for those 3 nights if we can and if we get our ressie. If we don't get the OVIR then we'll try for the Gdn View Inn Room and then for a studio. So hopefully, between the 3 types we'll get SOMETHING. I'd like to have 2 real beds tho...so we'll see. I am just in hope mode for the next 6 days...

Anyway, please let me know if I'm too late to join or not and can I wait for Friday 1/23 to make it official and then finally, how much ETC., ETC., ETC.:beach: THANKS! I am very excited to see VB for the first time!!
So glad to see your going to Vero Beach!!!!:cool1: Try to get an Ocean View Inn Room OVIR....they are direct ocean front! Well most, so if you get that be sure to request DIRECT OCEAN FACING WITH OPEN BALCONY. I know it sounds funny, but just a few have a partial view, most have direct ocean front. Also, some do have a closed balcony, thus the request for an open balcony. So excited for you!! PM me, I'll answer any questions you have!:beach:

[BWV Dreamin]

Hi Maria - I have not been thru each & every page of this thread...honestly just the first page and the last page... It LOOKS like if your groups are up-to-date on the first page that you might still have room for us in group # 2. We are HOPING to book for just 3 nights in August - from the 23-25. But I can't call to book it until next Friday. I called this morning to see if I could get a feel for the availability (I want an OVIR if we can) and she said they have at least one for the 17-24 (the first part of my ressie is from the 16-23 at WDW so she could look that far ahead since it's not in my booking window). She couldn't tell me yet 'cuz of the date if they had the 25 too. ANYWAY, I would be very interested in participating for those 3 nights if we can and if we get our ressie. If we don't get the OVIR then we'll try for the Gdn View Inn Room and then for a studio. So hopefully, between the 3 types we'll get SOMETHING. I'd like to have 2 real beds tho...so we'll see. I am just in hope mode for the next 6 days...

Anyway, please let me know if I'm too late to join or not and can I wait for Friday 1/23 to make it official and then finally, how much ETC., ETC., ETC.:beach: THANKS! I am very excited to see VB for the first time!!
Annie, here is a picture for you! Here's my trip report too with pics! http://www.disboards.com/showthread....1915814&page=4 (http://www.disboards.com/showthread....1915814&page=4)'s
http://i290.photobucket.com/albums/ll270/hheppding/vb2.jpg

[Anal Annie]

Thanks, Hope - I will read you TR later...I gotta run for now...sent you a PM!:thumbsup2

[DisDaydreamer]

THANKS! I am very excited to see VB for the first time!!

pixiedust: pixiedust: pixiedust: pixiedust: pixiedust: pixiedust:

Hoping you get to see my favorite place, my friend.

[mickeymorse]

Glad to see you back Rob. How about a little of that dust for me. I have to try and get my change next Fri. Only 7 months and 1 week until Vero Beach.:cool1:

[Anal Annie]

Well, I am trying to think positively that we will get our room at VB when I call back on Friday morning. If not the OVIR then something...I hope I am not gambling TOO much! I found a great deal on flights with Air Tran yesterday so I booked our return date as if we will be staying the extra 3 nights at VB! It took some time and I actually had to book our ret. last nite & our flt DOWN this morning as they were loading the fares SLOWLY but I eventually found and booked for $130 RT pp direct (with taxes & all fees except luggage and seat assignments).:cool1: Now I really can't wait to book at VB on Friday! :)

[BWV Dreamin]

Pixie dust for you Annie.....I know you're gonna get it!!pixiedust: pixiedust: pixiedust:

[MiaSRN62]

Good MKL day to you all !

I've been working all weekend...and back in today, but wanted to pop in and let you know 2 checks arrived on Sat from :

Samamit
lpandorf

Thank you !!!!!


On a side note........AHHHhhhhh.....wish I was smack in the middle of BWV Dreamin's photo right now !

My dd emailed me from college (in Melbourne, FL).....she sends me pics of her on the beach on Sunday !!! Meanwhile.....I was scraping ice and snow from my car when I got out of work last night at midnight.....GRrrrrrr (not fair !)
Maria

[samamit]

On a side note........AHHHhhhhh.....wish I was smack in the middle of BWV Dreamin's photo right now !

My dd emailed me from college (in Melbourne, FL).....she sends me pics of her on the beach on Sunday !!! Meanwhile.....I was scraping ice and snow from my car when I got out of work last night at midnight.....GRrrrrrr (not fair !)
Maria

I'm with you Maria, we're further up North and this winter has been CRAZY! I finally broke down and got a snow removal contract for my driveway, was shoveling it on a daily basis! Trying to convince the wife to take an impromptu trip down to Disney for Winter break (week after Valentine's Day) but she's not buying it since we just got back from 2 weeks at AKV during Xmas. Well, maybe if it snows another couple of feet...

[MiaSRN62]

Trying to convince the wife to take an impromptu trip down to Disney for Winter break (week after Valentine's Day) but she's not buying it since we just got back from 2 weeks at AKV during Xmas. Well, maybe if it snows another couple of feet...

Yep....just keep working on her samamit ! Hopefully she'll break soon and give in ! Noone would have to ask me twice if I wanted another trip to WDW !
16 more days and I get an escape from this frozen tundra called PA..........:rotfl:

[dort]

Wow, if my husband asked me if I wanted to take a quick trip to WDW I would have my bag packed so fast :rotfl2:
Like Maria said, keep working on her.

[MiaSRN62]

Good evening all........
Just got the mail.....checks/money has arrived from :

tgan
Ham Ham
Lorelai71

Thanks !
Maria

[Anal Annie]

:hyper: I can't wait for Friday when I can call and book and officially get added to Group # 2!! :beach:

I have a silly question about the tipping part...do you tip the CM when you pick them up or the CM when you drop them off or both & about how much is appropriate??

[MiaSRN62]

I have a silly question about the tipping part...do you tip the CM when you pick them up or the CM when you drop them off or both & about how much is appropriate??


Maybe like $2-$3 when you pick up and then $2-$3 when you drop off ?

I believe we are all keeping the chairs and umbrellas in our room for our stay ? This is what we did last year, so you are only tipping one time when you pick up and one time when you drop off ? I think if anyone wants to give more, that is perfectly fine and up to the individual.

Also....a question from me as well. With the money collected, I will order the chairs and umbrellas in a couple days. My question is.....how do I get the portion of the collected money for the tips to the CM's ??? Any suggestions ?

[dort]

We all know you have handled this whole chair swap, and all really appreciate all that you have done :thumbsup2 , why don't you be the one to present the CM's with the tip. You will have the extra $ collected from everyone, then that way you dont have to try to figure out a way to get it to someone. You are going to be there in May (I think we are there the same time) so that is still early enough in the season. :) Just a thought.

[SC Minnie]

Just sent you a PM.

[samamit]

Wow, if my husband asked me if I wanted to take a quick trip to WDW I would have my bag packed so fast :rotfl2:
Like Maria said, keep working on her.

I just booked us for a week at Hilton Head for August! WOOHOO, 2 beach vacations in one year, now we just have to figure out when we do WDW next, the wife is thinking Feb '10, I'm thinking next month :joker:

Seriously though, roles in our family have always been reversed, with me ready to drop everything and go off gallivanting into the sunset and she the more thoughtful, logical, reasonable type. I've got the kids working her over now so who knows :rolleyes1

[MiaSRN62]

Please EVERYONE....check and make sure your name is on the list. I want to place the order tommorrow. I am still waiting for a couple checks, but going to order anyway. Trust you guys. I know mail can be slow.

Here is the most current updated list I have (let me know if I made any mistakes please !) :

Group 1 :

tgan 2/13 to 2/20
ender505 3/8 to 3/12
Chickie 3/14 to 3/16
debaudrn 3/22 to 3/26
backyardponder 3/28 to 4/3
StarrW 4/4 to 4/11
SC Minnie 4/11 to 4/18
dressthechild 4/19 to 4/22
dort 5/3 to 5/13
Snakebit 12 5/17 to 5/30
Jennz 5/31 to 6/5 (WAITLISTED)
photobob 6/7 to 6/12
Ipandorf 6/22 to 6/29
Robo-Daddy3000 6/29 to 7/2
perpetualplanner 7/6 to 7/10
Buckey Fan 7/19 to 7/26
Tine731 8/2 to 8/7
dairyqueenmom 8/9 to 8/12
Lorelai71 8/12 to 8/19
desmar9 8/20 to 8/24
mickeymorse 8/29 to 9/4
BWV Dreamin 10/11 to 10/16
Kristen 11/22 to 11/26


Group 2:
dgaston 2/15 to 2/20
Jump4Joy 2/20 to 3/1
Chickie 3/14 to 3/16
goldielocks63 3/29 to 4/4
milesjacki 4/4 to 4/11
SC Minnie 4/11 to 4/18
Samamit 4/19 to 4/24
MiaSRN62 5/5 to 5/8
pinktales 5/8 to 5/11
mdurette 5/17 to 5/24
maburke 5/24 to 5/29
texansue 6/6 to 6/12
Isayd 6/28 to 7/1
perpetualplanner 7/6 to 7/10
VBSunGoddess 7/12 to 7/17
Tinker74 7/17 to 7/19
ILuvCrush 7/21 to 7/23
Tine731 8/2 to 8/7
Lorelai71 8/11 to 8/19
Mandysmom 8/19 to 8/22
Anal Annie 8/23 to 8/25 (WAITING)
Ham Ham 8/28 to 8/31

[MiaSRN62]

Go Samamit ! You and the kids can do it ! :cheer2:

Awesome on your HHI trip ! Is that the Disney resort or another ?

[Anal Annie]

YAY! I'm on the list (even tho I am standby until Friday)!:cool1:
Looks good!
Thank you!:)

[Lorelai71]

Thanks again for your hard work. I am on the list and my dates are correct.

I am so excited. I also got AKC for 4 nights before our Vero trip. We have never stayed concierge before!:cool1: What should I expect?

[perpetualplanner]

My dates are correct on both lists. Thanks for all the hard work. Now can someone make all this snow disappear?

[DisDaydreamer]

Though we are not involved in this year's chair swap, I do know how much work it is to stay on top of everything. I exchanged some PMs with starbox last year and I know she was really working hard to keep things in order.

So, thanks again starbox, and thank you Mia for taking on such a formidable task to help our VB friends save some real $$$$.

Hey Annie, Glad you are in... hope your job hunt has ended too... Haven't heard from you in a while.

[mickeymorse]

Mine looks good. Thanks Maria:goodvibes

[debaudrn]

Mine's good, check has been mailed. Hhopefully you receive it tomorrow at the latest.
Deb

[dort]

I just booked us for a week at Hilton Head for August! WOOHOO, 2 beach vacations in one year, now we just have to figure out when we do WDW next, the wife is thinking Feb '10, I'm thinking next month :joker:

Seriously though, roles in our family have always been reversed, with me ready to drop everything and go off gallivanting into the sunset and she the more thoughtful, logical, reasonable type. I've got the kids working her over now so who knows :rolleyes1

GOOD for you on HH!! I'm with you next month sounds perfect for WDW, take her for Valentines Day!
Sounds like me and my dh. I'm the one ready to go anytime!! ;)


Also, Maria my dates are good!! Thanks again for all the work you have put into this for everyone. We will have to meet at VB we are there the same time. Enjoy your upcoming trip!!

[mdurette]

Thanks Maria - my dates are perfect.

Also - I second the suggestion that you give the tip to the CMs while you are there.

[Buckeye Fan]

Everything is correct for us, Maria! Thanks, again!

P.S. If you get stuck paying more than what you receive, please don't hesitate to come back and ask for more. I will gladly help cover any additional expenses.

[ILuvCrush]

Everything is correct for us, Maria! Thanks, again!

P.S. If you get stuck paying more than what you receive, please don't hesitate to come back and ask for more. I will gladly help cover any additional expenses.

me too :goodvibes

[samamit]

Go Samamit ! You and the kids can do it ! :cheer2:

Awesome on your HHI trip ! Is that the Disney resort or another ?


Yup, the Disney resort. Can't wait for either VB or HHI! And while we're not going to WDW Feb break :sad1: the kids and I did convince my wife to take a 3-day weekend and go up to the indoor waterpark at Great Wolf Lodge in Niagara Falls :cool1:

If anyone's interested, I can email them a quick recap when I get back. A little easier for some of us Yankee types to get to then Florida.

[ILuvCrush]

Yup, the Disney resort. Can't wait for either VB or HHI! And while we're not going to WDW Feb break :sad1: the kids and I did convince my wife to take a 3-day weekend and go up to the indoor waterpark at Great Wolf Lodge in Niagara Falls :cool1:

If anyone's interested, I can email them a quick recap when I get back. A little easier for some of us Yankee types to get to then Florida.

I'd love a recap samamit!!! I'm a northern girl and a weekend trip idea is always good:goodvibes

[SC Minnie]

Thanks Maria. I put a check in the mail today. Our dates are correct.

[Anal Annie]

:cool1: Just got off the phone with MS...got our OVIR for 3 nights this August 23rd thru 25th! That's it! We're "official"!! WhooHOO! Dropping my check in the mail today Maria!!:thumbsup2 Thank you for waiting for me!!!:goodvibes


Hey Rob - saw your note above...I've still had no luck yet on the job thing yet...I'm still unemployed. :sad: But on the bright side going to VB :beach:

OK, we're going skiing this weekend and I am not packed yet...have a great weekend all!!!:wave2:

[MiaSRN62]

Thanks everyone ! You are all so nice with your encouragements on the task of the VB swap !

Yeah Anal Annie ! I knew you'd get it !

And yes, Samamit....def check back with us for a recap. Pics would be great too. We love the Great Wold Lodge ! We were just at the one in the Poconos in PA this past July. Have a great time :cool1:

[dairyqueenmom]

My dates are correct, have you received my check?

[dgaston]

And just to add in -- my dates are correct as well. And even more thanks for organizing and managing all this for us. Can't wait to break in the Group #2 chairs in just 3 weeks! I am so tired of the real white stuff and looking forward to FL temps, even if they're cold for FL natives.

[MiaSRN62]

Just called VB and asked to speak with Nicole. She is off Fri and Sat ! She won't be in until Sunday. I left her a voice mail message. I was prepared to order the chairs/umbrellas today but noone else at VB seems to know the protocol for this ? I wonder if starbox could tell me ? I just don't want to place the order and have it shipped incorrectly ? Does anyone recall how starbox handled it last year ? I spoke with Linda and then Bonnie (who is filling in for Nicole Fri and Sat). Neither could shed any light.

[MiaSRN62]

My dates are correct, have you received my check?


No dairyqueenmom. I am keeping a list and check off names as the checks come in. I don't see a check mark next to your name ? When did u mail it may I ask ?

Maria

[MiaSRN62]

Have received a check from someone a week ago and I'm fuzzy on the screen name ? Richard and Loretta from MD ? Can you post or PM me your screen name please ?

[Lorelai71]

Hi MiaSRN62,
I could be totally wrong about this but I thought I read that starbox had the chairs sent to Vero in the name of the first person who will get the chairs.


Just called VB and asked to speak with Nicole. She is off Fri and Sat ! She won't be in until Sunday. I left her a voice mail message. I was prepared to order the chairs/umbrellas today but noone else at VB seems to know the protocol for this ? I wonder if starbox could tell me ? I just don't want to place the order and have it shipped incorrectly ? Does anyone recall how starbox handled it last year ? I spoke with Linda and then Bonnie (who is filling in for Nicole Fri and Sat). Neither could shed any light.

[BWV Dreamin]

:cool1: Just got off the phone with MS...got our OVIR for 3 nights this August 23rd thru 25th! That's it! We're "official"!! WhooHOO! Dropping my check in the mail today Maria!!:thumbsup2 Thank you for waiting for me!!!:goodvibes


Hey Rob - saw your note above...I've still had no luck yet on the job thing yet...I'm still unemployed. :sad: But on the bright side going to VB :beach:

OK, we're going skiing this weekend and I am not packed yet...have a great weekend all!!!:wave2:

Yeah Annie!!!!!!!:cheer2: :cool1: :banana: :yay:

[MiaSRN62]

Hi MiaSRN62,
I could be totally wrong about this but I thought I read that starbox had the chairs sent to Vero in the name of the first person who will get the chairs.


That would make sense. Think I will PM starbox about this. Thank u Loralai.

Mail arrived for today and I received a check from one other person :
debaudrn

Thank You !!!

[debaudrn]

Glad you have it. Now I just have to wait for March to get here!

[dgaston]

If we need to be the first name for Group #2, I am ready and willing! :lmao:

[tjhsr]

If you need someone for May 6th to the 9th i would be more than willing to join in. Could have check in the mail Monday.

[MiaSRN62]

If you need someone for May 6th to the 9th i would be more than willing to join in. Could have check in the mail Monday.


Thank u for the offer, but I am sorry.....those dates are taken.

Maria

[MiaSRN62]

Hello,
We are down to the wire. I MUST finalize the list in next 48 hours and fax to VB. PLEASE....there are a few of you who I have not received checks from and not even heard from in over 2 weeks. If you are still interested, I MUST get an email or PM from you this weekend or I will be forced to leave your name off the list (sorry). PLEASE check your PM's and emails !!!

My email again is : MiaSRN62@aol.com

Actually one person who I PM'd today just got back to me and cancelled due to vacation changes. If anyone has reconsidered, that is fine.....just please let me know.

Thank you,
Maria

[tjhsr]

Thanks anyway. If anything changes let us know.

[MiaSRN62]

Checks arrived on Saturday afternoon from :

dairyqueenmom
SC Minnie


Thank YOu !

[MiaSRN62]

IMPORTANT UPDATE

I just faxed the final list to Nicole at VB. She was off Fri and Sat and I was told on Friday she would be in today (Sunday). Just called and they told me she is "out" today---maybe ill ?

Anyway....wanted to speak with her prior to ordering the chairs just to make sure everything was still a "go". I planned on ordering the chairs today. I spoke with starbox who has been VERY helpful. She suggested I address the chairs and umbrellas to the first two people of each group. That would be Tgan and dgaston.

So when you both check-in, please make sure you let them know there should be a very large package for you. Not every CM is knowledgeable about the chair swap. Nicole has been the go-to person in this last year and this year as well. I faxed Nicole my home phone number and cell number. So if anyone has any problems, the CM's working Bell Services will have my number.

Also, just a few guidelines....
1)please make sure to care for the items during your stay and leave them in good condition for the person folllowing behind you. Shake out sand etc.
Last year, we had issue with torn umbrellas. I need to hear some suggestions as to what we should do about that ? I have been thinking about this issue for a couple days. I considered holding back some of the CM tip money as sort of a surplus budget should any item become damaged beyond repair ? What do u think ???? If you all don't agree, that is fine. I understand. Just trying to plan ahead for damages.

2)Also, please do not add any items to the swap. Some last year added floats, boogie boards, snorkels etc. I am sure these were all good-intentioned, but it aggrivated the CM's. If you all go back towards the beginning of this thread when I first spoke with Nicole, you will see she and the other CM's came very close to not authorizing a swap this year. They felt there were too many issues with it. If anyone is disgruntled about something, PLEASE do not vent to the CM's. They are not deserving of it. They don't even HAVE to do this. Rather, ask them to call me and I will see what I can do about any potential problems. I actually have a daughter that goes to college only about 30 min from VB so if needed, if an item is damaged, she could replace it and drop it off at the resort. Please don't vent to the CM's. With a total of 42 parties in this swap, there are bound to be some issues. If anyone feels they would like my cell phone number, please email me : MiaSRN62@aol.com
I just ask that if you feel you need to call me, please do so only for urgent matters. I work crazy hours and sometimes I am asleep during the day. I rotate through all different shifts as an RN and it's not unusual for me to be asleep at noon because I worked 11 pm to 7:30 am. There will be some moments when I'll be at work and won't be able to get right back possibly. Again---work all hours and shifts (7 am to 3 pm; 3 pm to 11:30 pm and 11pm to 7:30 am). I never had a set schedule.
But if it is a serious matter, feel free to call. I will only give out my cell to those that feel they want it and email me. My PM box is just too full.

3) Please show appreciation to the CM's handling this. This can be via kind words, tips, cards...a box of candy....anything. I think if we make this a more enjoyable experience for the CM's (who are not getting paid to help us with this...they are doing us a favor), the swap will me more likely to be allowed again next year.

4) CM tip. I will have money for a tip. Nicole suggested a fruit basket from Edible Arrangements. Let me know if you have any other suggestions ??? I will probably be able to send a few baskets spaced out over the length of the swap (which spans from Feb to Nov). Any other suggestions....I'm open.

Now...do u all feel I should just place the order without touching base with Nicole ? I haven't spoken to her in like 3 months. I was mentally prepared to do it today.

Thanks
Maria

[MiaSRN62]

Ok...another update from me.....

Nicole called me back since my last post. She explained she was working housekeeping today and the front desk didn't realize she was there.

She was nicer and more relaxed about the swap from our last conversation. I tried my best to put her mind at ease that we would handle this as smoothly as possible and she seemed very appreciative of that.


I ordered the chairs/umbrellas 5 min ago. Total was with shipping :
$276.86

Total I collected from you all :
$509.55


I was *thinking* about keeping aside maybe $80 as a reserve for any potential damages so we could replace anything if need be ? If u are all in agreement, this would still leave $150 tip for the CM (to purchase the fruit arrangements or whatever else u all might suggest).

So :

Collected total checks : $509.55
Less chair/umbrellas: $276.86
leaves : $232.69
damage reserve : $ 82.69
leave CM TIP : $ 150.00


If during the length of the swap, the reserve money is not needed/utilized, then that $82.69 will go as a final "thank you" to the CM's at the end of the swap.

If everyone is in agreement, that was my plan. If not, please let me know your thoughts.

tgan and dgaston.....the entire order was shipped in both your names at Nicole's recommendation. Shipping with this company appears to be quick, so I feel confident everything will be there for you upon your arrival. Tgan...since you get there first, just let them know there is another DIS'er arriving 2 days after you on Feb 15.

And, one more reminder.....there are many of us in the swap that check out the same day the next DIS'er checks in. Make arrangements please with those in front and behind you via PM's about the specific times the chairs will be returned to Bell Services. For example, Samamit is right before me on the list, but he is way before me so it won't be an issue when I pick up the chairs. But pinktales arrives the day I leave, so I will communicate with them as to when the chairs will be returned.


For those who have not ever been to VB, the Bell Service desk/room is in the lobby, and to the left of the front desk if you are looking straight at the desk (near elevators). This is where you go to pick up the chairs/umbrellas.....not the front desk. I think only tgan and dgaston may have to inquire at the front desk since you both are the initial swappers. Last swap, the chairs and umbrellas remained in your room for the duration of your stay. So we are not constantly going back and forth on a daily basis picking up and returning chairs. Don't think the CM's will appreciate that.

Thanks everyone......feels good for me to finally have placed the order !

Again....just for informational purposes (this is where I was thinking of ordering from) :
Edible Arrangements : http://www.ediblearrangements.com/


For those wishing to add a little extra something to thank the CM's you can print these out : http://www.tagrel.com/APP/CMCards.shtml


Thanks again......

[perpetualplanner]

It all sounds great. I like the idea of spreading out "thank you's" to the CM's throughout the swap rather than a big tip at the end. I also think the idea of holding onto a little extra for damages is a good idea.

You've done a GREAT job with this and it's much appreciated! :flower3:

[MiaSRN62]

Thanks for the feedback perpetualplanner ! :thumbsup2

I just want to make sure everyone is cool with this plan.........

Maria

[Tine731]

It all sounds great. I like the idea of spreading out "thank you's" to the CM's throughout the swap rather than a big tip at the end. I also think the idea of holding onto a little extra for damages is a good idea.

You've done a GREAT job with this and it's much appreciated! :flower3:

Ditto!:thumbsup2

[ILuvCrush]

I love everything you have planned maria!! From the thankyous to the 'damages' fund... You've done a great job
Thanks again!!

paula

[DisDaydreamer]

If you need someone for May 6th to the 9th i would be more than willing to join in. Could have check in the mail Monday.

You'll have some company there, Maria, dort, and myself so far.

[goldilocks_63]

THanks for all the hard work.

goldi

[dort]

You'll have some company there, Maria, dort, and myself so far.

Three of us a once!! :cool1: VB meet!!!

Maria, GREAT job!! :thumbsup2

[MiaSRN62]

Thanks everyone !

Maria

[SC Minnie]

Thanks for your hard work on this Maria!

[dgaston]

:cheer2: Maria you have done an excellent job organizing and planning the chair swap. I will be happy to pick up the chairs for Group #2 on 2/15. And Jump4joy and I are in touch via pm to arrange a smooth transfer on the 20th.

Thanks again!

[MiaSRN62]

Great...thanks dgaston :thumbsup2


Anal Annie...got your check today ! Thanks !

Maria

[Jump4Joy8390]

I totally agree with everyone, Maria! You've done an amazing job organizing this chair swap. I'm so glad that you received plenty of $$ to cover the costs. Love your idea for the CM gifts and the damage fund.
Now all you have to do is sit back and wait for YOUR turn to come around! :beach:

[maburke]

I think the plan sounds great, Maria. I have used Edible Arrangements many times and I love their stuff. And thanks so much for the link to the CM thank you cards! I am going to use those for all kinds of CMs!

Thanks again for all your hard work.

[MiaSRN62]

Love your idea for the CM gifts

I must give credit to starbox on the fruit arrangement idea ! I do love their products though. We've had patients at the hospital send us these from time to time and they're usually gone in like 20 min :rotfl:

[Anal Annie]

:wave2: Hi all...just back from our ski weekend...survived pretty much all in one piece!:rolleyes: Glad to hear my check made it safe & sound. The plan sounds great! Definitely YES on the reserve fund!!

Just a thought about taking care of the stuff - we always rinse / hose off our beach chairs when we're done with them to get the salt water & sand off of them. The salt can be very damaging and this helps keep them from rusting. Then we just set them outside for an hour or so to dry. It really does help them last to just take an extra 5 minutes to care for them. I'm sure there must be an outdoor shower there by the pool / beach that could be used for this??!!

[dort]

:wave2: Hi all...just back from our ski weekend...survived pretty much all in one piece!:rolleyes: Glad to hear my check made it safe & sound. The plan sounds great! Definitely YES on the reserve fund!!

Just a thought about taking care of the stuff - we always rinse / hose off our beach chairs when we're done with them to get the salt water & sand off of them. The salt can be very damaging and this helps keep them from rusting. Then we just set them outside for an hour or so to dry. It really does help them last to just take an extra 5 minutes to care for them. I'm sure there must be an outdoor shower there by the pool / beach that could be used for this??!!

Glad you had fun on your ski trip.

Yes, there are a couple showers at VB right as you come up from the beach, that work great for getting the sand off the chairs. :beach:

[MiaSRN62]

I'm sure there must be an outdoor shower there by the pool / beach that could be used for this??!!


Yep...as dort mentioned there are and this is a great idea with rinsing off the chairs Anal Annie. Glad u had fun skiing too ! I'm not much for winter sports---I like to hibernate indoors when it's cold....lol But I'm much more active in the warm weather !

Maria

[Anal Annie]

Yep...as dort mentioned there are and this is a great idea with rinsing off the chairs Anal Annie. Glad u had fun skiing too ! I'm not much for winter sports---I like to hibernate indoors when it's cold....lol But I'm much more active in the warm weather !Maria

;) Not so much into winter sports here either, really. But it's a great excuse to come in from the cold and indulge in some adult beverages by the fire!:thumbsup2

[MiaSRN62]

But it's a great excuse to come in from the cold and indulge in some adult beverages by the fire!


I hear ya. Family went to one of the mountains here in PA for skiing and tubing last winter. I played for about an hour....then retreated to the lodge for those beverages. There was no fire at this lodge, so I just sat in their little cafeteria style restaurant and read a book. This was a no frills kind of place. If I went away to a proper resort, I'd be doing spa treatments or something while everyone else did their tubing, skiing......


And thanks pinktails....I received your check yesterday afternoon :thumbsup2

[AliC96]

We did it last year and it worked out great, thanks again!!!

[MiaSRN62]

Kristen....your check arrived over the weekend. Thank you !

Maria

[photobob]

This may have already been covered in previous posts, but where do we store the umbrella and chairs while we are there?

[BWV Dreamin]

This may have already been covered in previous posts, but where do we store the umbrella and chairs while we are there?
You take them back with you to your room/villa. We use the chairs on our OVIR balcony, as they are sooooo much more comfortable than the plastic ones! :goodvibes

[mickeymorse]

Everything sounds great Maria. I'm finally getting around to this thread after my week in WDW. Thanks again for all you did and hope everything goes smoothly for the CMs.

[MiaSRN62]

Thanks MM ! Hope you had a nice trip ! I leave for WDW on Wed and will be gone through next Wed.


Photobob...
As BWV Dreamin mentioned....yes, the chairs/umbrellas are to be kept in your villas please. If we all returned them back and forth to Bell Services every day, I think the CM's would not be happy.

[dort]

Have a great trip Maria!! :wave2: Can't wait to hear all about it!!

[MiaSRN62]

Thanks...leaving right now dort !

[mickeymorse]

Have a wonderful time Maria. Hope you get to see your DD

[dgaston]

Maria: Hope you are enjoying your chance to thaw out. I'm so excited -- just one week until we get to meet Vero! And the chairs!:cool1:

[teenmom2]

We will be visiting Vero from August 9-12, 2009. I'd be interested in participating in the chair swap - in a third list if you end up doing it, or even just from August 9-11 if you don't (I saw that someone else has them from August 11 on).

Please let me know if this would work. This is the first chat/blog/whatever this is that I've ever done, and don't really know how to do it - how do you send PM (private messages?)?

Thanks...

Teenmom2 (with 2 sun loving teens!)

[canals68]

I'll be there 4/4/09 leaving 4/9/09. Any way I can get in would be appreciated.

[Maroon]

Maria, thanks for going to all the effort to do this.

[MiaSRN62]

Thanks Maroon.......

Unfortunately, I have to tell anyone who has asked, that the swap is officially closed. I have faxed the CM's at VB the final list last month and they let me know that any last minute changes would cause confusion for their staff. So I am very sorry for those who were unable to get in on the swap. I wish you all a nice visit to VB.

[dgaston]

Used the chairs and umbrella yesterday and today looks like it'll be an even better beach day!

[DisDaydreamer]

Used the chairs and umbrella yesterday and today looks like it'll be an even better beach day!

Hey Debbie... Do they have wireless Internet in the rooms yet? Hope you have a great rest of your trip

:beach:

[DVCconvert]

... Do they have wireless Internet in the rooms yet?

Rob - to answer your question...

http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=2091308

[dgaston]

We are in a fantastic OVIR and get sporadic internet from the lobby. To really use the computer, I'm down here with all the other *geeks*.

[MiaSRN62]

Hey....sounds nice Debbie ! What room do u have ?

How did the chair swap go ? You are officially one of the first. Are the umbrella and chairs nice ?

[dgaston]

Yes the chairs are very nice and the umbrella is a nice rainbow of colors -- kinda windy, so we only used the umbrella once. I can vouch that the cup holder works very well. I have a pic to post. CMs could not have been nicer, and I hope Jumpforjoy gets them easily. We left their family name, and even told them they were coming in from Ontario!

We were in OVIR 2409 -- great view of ocean on the balcony, and a side view of the pool! Couldn't have had a nicer intro to Vero -- in fact it was maybe one of the best DVC rooms we've had. Well once we had the dedicated 1 br standard view NEXT to the end of the hallways xx23 at BWV. Also a nice room and loooong balcony.

We're in Orlando now -- not doing parks this time, but maybe hitting outlets and maybe Texas de Brazil if I find my birthday coupon.

Best Vero Beach wishes to all!

[MiaSRN62]

dgaston :CMs could not have been nicer, and I hope Jumpforjoy gets them easily. We left their family name, and even told them they were coming in from Ontario!


This is great to know ! Glad the chairs and umbrella are nice too. It can be tough buying stuff online and not seeing it in person.

Have a fun time in Orlando ! And Happy Birthday !
http://i15.photobucket.com/albums/a400/MiaSRN62/clip%20art/happy-birthday-banner-ag1.gif

Maria

[dairyqueenmom]

Oh we can't wait until Aug. to use the chairs!!!

[dgaston]

http://i133.photobucket.com/albums/q62/dkgaston/th_IMG_0263.jpg (http://s133.photobucket.com/albums/q62/dkgaston/?action=view&current=IMG_0263.jpg)

The chair swap chairs and umbrella -- husband is optional

Thanks for the birthday wishes -- this is the first pic I've posted...

[Tine731]

http://i133.photobucket.com/albums/q62/dkgaston/th_IMG_0263.jpg (http://s133.photobucket.com/albums/q62/dkgaston/?action=view&current=IMG_0263.jpg)

The chair swap chairs and umbrella -- husband is optional

Thanks for the birthday wishes -- this is the first pic I've posted...

LOL! I was going to ask if the husband/pool boy came with the swap. ;)

[MiaSRN62]

http://i133.photobucket.com/albums/q62/dkgaston/th_IMG_0263.jpg (http://s133.photobucket.com/albums/q62/dkgaston/?action=view&current=IMG_0263.jpg)

The chair swap chairs and umbrella -- husband is optional

Thanks for the birthday wishes -- this is the first pic I've posted...

Great first pic ! Love the umbrella ! It'll sure stand out on the beach !

[Starr W.]

Great first pic ! Love the umbrella ! It'll sure stand out on the beach !

The chairs look great too Maria!

Can't wait until 4/4! Snowing again in NW OH.

[backyardponder]

Just came in from using my snow blower on 5 driveways. Sure was nice to see the chairs & umbrella. They look great. Thanks Maria!!!!!!!!!

[MiaSRN62]

Oh no backyardponder.......are u anywhere near Chicago ? I heard they got 6-8 inches yesterday ??? UGGGHHHH I absolutely detest snow......ice.....sleet.......cold.........


Maria

[Jump4Joy8390]

CMs could not have been nicer, and I hope Jumpforjoy gets them easily. We left their family name, and even told them they were coming in from Ontario!

Thanks, Debbie! Transition couldn't have been smoother. We used the chairs for the first time today (I'll try and post a photo,too). Like you said, it was a bit windy, so the umbrella blew over once....but DH just dug it deeper into the sand and we were fine. :beach:

We are loving Vero Beach so far! It is so nice and relaxing and everyone is SO nice. We are 2 doors down from the Green Cabin Room, fabulous view of the beach - it's all just amazing. DD loved the breakfast with Goofy and the Smores at the campfire last night! There's a lot going on all the time, yet there's still plenty of time to relax and just do nothing, if you like! BTW, they have the NEW refillable mugs here!!!

Thanks again to Maria for organizing the chair swap - it is the best thing ever!

[MiaSRN62]

So glad the chair swap is working out for everyone !!!

Maria

[dgaston]

The mugs are brand new! They had the old ones last week!

[photobob]

I didn't know they had refillable mugs at Vero! Where can they be used? They may be a better deal for us at Vero than at WDW. We'll probably pay for the mug in just a day or so down by the pool!

[BWV Dreamin]

I didn't know they had refillable mugs at Vero! Where can they be used? They may be a better deal for us at Vero than at WDW. We'll probably pay for the mug in just a day or so down by the pool!
We are definitely getting ref. mugs in October. You can refill at the soda counter at Bleachers, which is the fast food CS by the pool.

[MiaSRN62]

Does anyone know if the Green Cabin Room also will refill the mugs ? I'm thinking inclement weather days ?

Maria

[backyardponder]

Oh no backyardponder.......are u anywhere near Chicago ? I heard they got 6-8 inches yesterday ??? UGGGHHHH I absolutely detest snow......ice.....sleet.......cold.........


Maria

Yes, we are about 30 miles southwest of Downtown Chicago. We probably had 4" of snow here. They typically clear the snow quickly, so it really wasn't an issue. We had been planning to drive to Milwaukee to visit our son & wife for the day and decided against that. Ended up going to the Edvard Munch exhibit at the Art Institute. That was one guy who sure could have used some modern-day meds!

[Jump4Joy8390]

Does anyone know if the Green Cabin Room also will refill the mugs ?

When Bleachers is closed, the Green Cabin Room will refill your mug with coffee only, I believe. But any other time, they prefer that you go to Bleachers. As well, I believe they are still selling the old mugs at Bleachers, so if you want the new mug, you have to go to the Island Grove Packing Co. They have them behind the counter so you have to ask for them; DH stumbled upon them quite accidentally cuz when he went to buy it, Bleachers was closed!

As for the WiFi, we are able to access it from our room due to our proximity to the Green Cabin Room and lobby.

[MiaSRN62]

When Bleachers is closed, the Green Cabin Room will refill your mug with coffee only, I believe. But any other time, they prefer that you go to Bleachers. As well, I believe they are still selling the old mugs at Bleachers, so if you want the new mug, you have to go to the Island Grove Packing Co. They have them behind the counter so you have to ask for them; DH stumbled upon them quite accidentally cuz when he went to buy it, Bleachers was closed!

As for the WiFi, we are able to access it from our room due to our proximity to the Green Cabin Room and lobby.

Thanks for all the good info Jump4Joy :thumbsup2

[debaudrn]

Thanks for the pictures of the chairs. I'll be there next month and can't wait. I've had it with the cold and snow this winter and I am ready for some sun!

[Jump4Joy8390]

I'll attempt to post a picture of the chairs....it's been awhile since I've tried this.

http://i266.photobucket.com/albums/ii263/Jump4Joy8390/131.jpg

As you can see, it's another beautiful day at Vero Beach. We are checking out tomorrow :sad2: so we will make the best of today. It's supposed to hit 80 degrees so we are very excited.

Thanks again to Maria for making the chair swap possible. And Chickie, I'm sure you will enjoy the chairs next!

[dairyqueenmom]

Chairs and umbrellas look great, it is getting me very excited for our 1st trip to Vero.

[backyardponder]

Great photo. Chairs & umbrella are awsome. Looks to be a great place to check my eyelids for holes! :beach:

[kritter]

Is there any room still in the swap??


We were supposed to go on a cruise but our friends can't go now so we are going to Vero for a few days....

Any room my dates are 8/14-8/8/20....THanks!!!!!!!!

[debaudrn]

7 inches of snow here today. I am so ready for WDW and then Vero Beach!

[MiaSRN62]

Put me down for 9-10 inches today ! It's been drifting so a little hard to mention ! I NEED sun and warmth !!!!



Maria

[MiaSRN62]

Is there any room still in the swap??


We were supposed to go on a cruise but our friends can't go now so we are going to Vero for a few days....

Any room my dates are 8/14-8/8/20....THanks!!!!!!!!


Kritter, I am very sorry. I faxed the final list to the VB CM's back in Jan. I've had about 5-6 people ask me to add on. It would have been too impossible to continually add on people all year. The CM 's made it clear that they would not like that too, as it causes too much confusion for the staff. So I am very sorry to have to tell you that I do not have the ability to add anyone else on to the master list which was faxed to the resort.
Hope u can understand.......

Thanks
Maria

[kritter]

Kritter, I am very sorry. I faxed the final list to the VB CM's back in Jan. I've had about 5-6 people ask me to add on. It would have been too impossible to continually add on people all year. The CM 's made it clear that they would not like that too, as it causes too much confusion for the staff. So I am very sorry to have to tell you that I do not have the ability to add anyone else on to the master list which was faxed to the resort.
Hope u can understand.......

Thanks
Maria

Oh I totally understand I did the swap last year and this trip was very last minute... So I understand...

Can I ask you where you ordered the chairs from? I may order myself one and have it delivered to the resort and then just give it to a family before we leave... Thanks,,!!!!!

[Lorelai71]

Hi Jump4Joy8390

Seems like you are having a great time!

How is the water? Rough or calm? We were there last August and it was rough. We plan to be there this August and I really hope the water is not as rough.

[MiaSRN62]

Hi Kritter and thanks for understanding.....
all the info in on page 1 of this thread, post #2 if you want to see the pics and specifics. Here is the web address of the company :

http://www.shadeusa.com/default.htm



Maria

[Jump4Joy8390]

Hi Jump4Joy8390

Seems like you are having a great time!

How is the water? Rough or calm? We were there last August and it was rough. We plan to be there this August and I really hope the water is not as rough.

Hi Lorelai! Yes, we had a great time at Vero Beach! Some days, the water was quite rough. My DH was waist high in the water and was knocked over by waves that went over his head! But at other times, it was relatively calm, so you never know. Have fun in August!

[Lorelai71]

Hi Lorelai! Yes, we had a great time at Vero Beach! Some days, the water was quite rough. My DH was waist high in the water and was knocked over by waves that went over his head! But at other times, it was relatively calm, so you never know. Have fun in August!

Thanks! I can't wait!

[dort]

Where is everyone? :rolleyes1 Been very quiet here. I think we need to get bumped back up on to page one! I've been watching the weather daily for VB and it looks like its been really nice. Hope whoever has the chairs right now is have a great time!! :banana:

[backyardponder]

Where is everyone? :rolleyes1 Been very quiet here. I think we need to get bumped back up on to page one! I've been watching the weather daily for VB and it looks like its been really nice. Hope whoever has the chairs right now is have a great time!! :banana:

Looking at the schedule, the poor lonely chairs and umbrellas are currently sitting in the VB Bell Services Storage room. :sad2:

We arrive on March 28th. Can't wait. :goodvibes