9/12 great article ! Who am I to say no to going to WDW?

[IluvXU]

So here the plans (at this point) in one clear list:


Tuesday, June 16th -leave and arrive at CSR via Magical Express early afternoon. Check in and explore resort.

Wednesday June 17th -O'Hana's for breakfast. Probably onto DTD

Thursday, June 18th-Start package portion of trip (Dining Plan and Tickets) Animal Kingdom Day- no dining ADRS

Friday, June 19th-EPCOT- dinner at the Coral Reef

Saturday, June 20th- Magic Kingdom-Dinner at Chef Mickeys

Sunday June 21st- Hollywood Studios

Monday June 22nd-Magic Kingdom Morning (Crystal Palace) and EPCOT night (LeCellier)

Tuesday, June 23rd- ????? morning and MGM night (Fantasmic Dining Package at Mama Melrose)

Wednesday June 24th -Magic Kingdom -lunch at Cinderella's Royal Table

Thursday June 25th-Back Home


I hope to get planning of days and get more organized the next few weeks. I am working on looking at Touring Plans and TGM and meshing them together for our park days. I am also a bit worried about crowds... it sounds like it is crazy crowded in WDW right now.

[Lady Lallie]

Your plans look great. :thumbsup2

I have been getting myself worried about the crowd levels for when I go, too. I just keep telling myself I rather deal with crowds then no Disney at all. :rotfl2:

[moparop]

That looks like an awesome week! Which date are your parents arriving?

[mylag1rl]

Plans look great !

[DreaGirl]

Plans look great! What about AK for your ??? day? Do you like to do more than one day there? We always plan one day, but when we get there wish we had two. Just a thought.

[dddisrunner]

Yay! for your Ohana breakfast:cool1: The boys are excited to try it this year too! How cool that your DH gets to go to the Sweet 16:thumbsup2 Your park days look GREAT!:goodvibes

[MegansMom]

Your plans look great---will you have enough laid back days for your DH? Are you planning on midday breaks? Sounds like you will have so much fun!

As far as our trip is concerned, we are still working on everything right now---there is so much up in the air and in flux at his job right now---he has no concerns about losing his job---but he is probably going to have to take on a larger work load......not sure how it is going to impact vacation timing just yet. BUT have no fear, we are still working on it!

[Happydog]

I hope to get planning of days and get more organized the next few weeks. I am working on looking at Touring Plans and TGM and meshing them together for our park days. I am also a bit worried about crowds... it sounds like it is crazy crowded in WDW right now.

Hi! :) SO tell me, have you used Touring Plans and/or TGM before? I am a little uncertain where to begin with these.... I started reviewing the prepared touring plans, then wasn't sure if I should try to make my own, or.... How do you use them?

[cjackearl]

Hi! Your days look great! I think our trips have a bit of overlap. We'll be at CP for breakfast on the 22nd too!

[wigdoutdismom]

We used a combination of Ridemax and TGM for this last trip, the parks were super crowded, but we had no trouble at all.:thumbsup2

[KathyRN137]

Tuesday, June 23rd- ????? morning and MGM night (Fantasmic Dining Package at Mama Melrose)




By then, you'll probably be ready for a sleep-in-and-hang-at-the-pool morning! ;)

I've learned that the hard way!

I would just leave it open...


Kathy

[punkin413]

looks like a great itinerary! it's getting closer!!! :cool1:

[summermac]

Your report caught my eye b/c of it being in June. We're overlapping days!

:)

[IluvXU]

Your plans look great. :thumbsup2

I have been getting myself worried about the crowd levels for when I go, too. I just keep telling myself I rather deal with crowds then no Disney at all. :rotfl2:

I can't imagine that it will be that much more crazy than last summer. We will see!

That looks like an awesome week! Which date are your parents arriving?

They arrive on the Wed night. They hope to get unloaded and stuff (they are staying at an offsite hotel that night) at CSR in our room since they are bringing a lot of our stuff. (I am also sure I don't think we will fly with the new stroller- I don't want to risk it getting destroyed!) We will take an old one on the flight!


Plans look great !

Thanks!

Plans look great! What about AK for your ??? day? Do you like to do more than one day there? We always plan one day, but when we get there wish we had two. Just a thought.

I think that might be it... but I am hoping our AK to go in the AM and head back for the parade and close the park down. I have never been there of the evening!

Yay! for your Ohana breakfast:cool1: The boys are excited to try it this year too! How cool that your DH gets to go to the Sweet 16:thumbsup2 Your park days look GREAT!:goodvibes

I think we have a ton of days alike... I will be on the lookout! I am super jealous of his trip, the kids better behave the next five days!

Your plans look great---will you have enough laid back days for your DH? Are you planning on midday breaks? Sounds like you will have so much fun!

As far as our trip is concerned, we are still working on everything right now---there is so much up in the air and in flux at his job right now---he has no concerns about losing his job---but he is probably going to have to take on a larger work load......not sure how it is going to impact vacation timing just yet. BUT have no fear, we are still working on it!

I am sure we will break everyday. I really doubt we have many late nights, just one for wishes/spectro and Fantasmic. I am sure DH will hate going to the park all those days, but since we are flying it will be a lot less stress and allow for more down time on both ends.

DH had a terrible day at work today too. I think that is why I am glad he has his trip this weekend- he works hard!

Hi! :) SO tell me, have you used Touring Plans and/or TGM before? I am a little uncertain where to begin with these.... I started reviewing the prepared touring plans, then wasn't sure if I should try to make my own, or.... How do you use them?

I am just exploring Touring Plans. I hope to get printing and reading up the next few weeks. I did TGM the past two trips and feel it has worked well! PM me if you have more specific questions... I will try to help!

Hi! Your days look great! I think our trips have a bit of overlap. We'll be at CP for breakfast on the 22nd too!

What time is your ADR- I tried to get an earlier one once again on Sunday, but no luck!

We used a combination of Ridemax and TGM for this last trip, the parks were super crowded, but we had no trouble at all.:thumbsup2

You give me hope! The CD is perfect for my drive to work.... I love it!

By then, you'll probably be ready for a sleep-in-and-hang-at-the-pool morning! ;)

I've learned that the hard way!

I would just leave it open...


Kathy

So true! The kicker is the kids just don't sleep in there!

looks like a great itinerary! it's getting closer!!! :cool1:


I have our countdown calendar done... but we are not starting quite yet!

Your report caught my eye b/c of it being in June. We're overlapping days!

:)

Thanks for joining!

[IluvXU]

June 16th and 17th plans

I am honestly looking forward a ton to just relaxing in WDW these two days. With the last day of school being just the Friday before I am sure I will need a break- I will probably be moving rooms again (three years in a row) and am thinking I might be at school a ton the week/weekend before. It might be my first pool time of the summer!

Here is what I would like to do:
Downtown Disney
I like to shop non-evening, non-weekend times. We love to go to the World of Disney store and roam.
The fountains- our girls love to play in the water there!
I also want to get Luke a first trip ornament that day (we get personalized ones and don't want to worry it won't be done)
Basin- I have never been in and think that I would love to get myself a treat there!
Earl of Sandwich/Wolfgang Puck Express- DH and I are divided... these two places are by far our favorite CS. We split up to get our favorites!

CSR
I really want some time to walk around and take in the resort. I have always wanted to visit, and this might be our only stay there since we will be too big of family! Since I don't know the lay of the land I really want to get familiar before we try to get going Thursday morning to AK!
I would love to: rent a boat for the girls to go with daddy or me one of those days!

O'Hana's
I have always tried to fit this breakfast in. We just have never had a free morning to really do so. I think if we eat a big breakfast we won't need lunch plans and can grab a quick dinner later! Getting there will be fun too, we will get a monorail ride for sure. We might bus to EPCOT and take the monorail or bus to MK and take the monorail from there... we will see what comes first!

Not too much planned... but I am thrilled to have some extra time at WDW!


Up Next: AK--- we are giving this a different touring try this year!

[Happydog]

June 16th and 17th plans

I am honestly looking forward a ton to just relaxing in WDW these two days. With the last day of school being just the Friday before I am sure I will need a break- I will probably be moving rooms again (three years in a row) and am thinking I might be at school a ton the week/weekend before. It might be my first pool time of the summer!

Here is what I would like to do:
Downtown Disney
I like to shop non-evening, non-weekend times. We love to go to the World of Disney store and roam.
The fountains- our girls love to play in the water there!
I also want to get Luke a first trip ornament that day (we get personalized ones and don't want to worry it won't be done)
Basin- I have never been in and think that I would love to get myself a treat there!
Earl of Sandwich/Wolfgang Puck Express- DH and I are divided... these two places are by far our favorite CS. We split up to get our favorites!

CSR
I really want some time to walk around and take in the resort. I have always wanted to visit, and this might be our only stay there since we will be too big of family! Since I don't know the lay of the land I really want to get familiar before we try to get going Thursday morning to AK!
I would love to: rent a boat for the girls to go with daddy or me one of those days!

O'Hana's
I have always tried to fit this breakfast in. We just have never had a free morning to really do so. I think if we eat a big breakfast we won't need lunch plans and can grab a quick dinner later! Getting there will be fun too, we will get a monorail ride for sure. We might bus to EPCOT and take the monorail or bus to MK and take the monorail from there... we will see what comes first!

Not too much planned... but I am thrilled to have some extra time at WDW!


Up Next: AK--- we are giving this a different touring try this year!



I like the ideas for these two days! DTD and exploring the resort, good plans... I have never stayed at CSR but I hear it is pretty :goodvibes we have never eaten at Earl's or WPExpress in DTD, I know they are chains, and like WP pizza, what do you guys get?

Thanks for the tips about TGM and Touring Plans. When I start to work with them more I will pm you! :thumbsup2

[lmillercrew]

I like your ideas of just relaxing a bit. I plan on doing that some this trip too. I'm looking forward to making a t-shirt at the store in DTD and relaxing by the pool more!

[wigdoutdismom]

You have moved rooms three years in a row?!?:headache: What a nightmare! Your relaxing days sound heavenly! I remember the pictures of the girls playing in the fountains last year, sooo cute!:goodvibes

[cjackearl]

Your 16th and 17th sound so nice and relaxing. I've got to remember about the fountains in DTD. Ian would like them, I'm sure. I love the pics of your kiddos in them from your last TR. So cute!

[IluvXU]

I like the ideas for these two days! DTD and exploring the resort, good plans... I have never stayed at CSR but I hear it is pretty :goodvibes we have never eaten at Earl's or WPExpress in DTD, I know they are chains, and like WP pizza, what do you guys get?

Thanks for the tips about TGM and Touring Plans. When I start to work with them more I will pm you! :thumbsup2

My husband loves the Earl of Sandwich....I like it, but I enjoy all the choices at Wolfgang Pucks, but I just enjoy eating outside there and relaxing!

I like your ideas of just relaxing a bit. I plan on doing that some this trip too. I'm looking forward to making a t-shirt at the store in DTD and relaxing by the pool more!

I think that T-shirt store is too cool. I want to check it out for sure!

You have moved rooms three years in a row?!?:headache: What a nightmare! Your relaxing days sound heavenly! I remember the pictures of the girls playing in the fountains last year, sooo cute!:goodvibes

Yes three years in a row moving. I am sure we will move again, except this year it will probably be a move downstairs (I have been upstairs in this building for nine years, so I am not too thrilled to make this move). We are losing lots of kids, and cutting sections, so we will make some major moves I think. Last year I was one of two teachers to move---- at least I am not pregnant this year, but my bookcases have seen better days!

Your 16th and 17th sound so nice and relaxing. I've got to remember about the fountains in DTD. Ian would like them, I'm sure. I love the pics of your kiddos in them from your last TR. So cute!

Don't forget a change of clothes or bathingsuits and towels!

[White as Snow]

Here is what I would like to do:
Downtown Disney
Basin- I have never been in and think that I would love to get myself a treat there!


This is on my list for our upcoming trip! I can't believe there is somewhere in WDW I've never set foot.

Do you have 1st trip ornaments for the girls, too? That is such a sweet tradition!

[Lady Lallie]

I think your non-park plans sound great! It will be so nice for you to relax and get those little Disney things done without feeling like you are "wasting" precious park time. :thumbsup2

[DreaGirl]

LOVE your down days! We are traveling a day early this year and getting a hotel offsite so we can wake up our first official day refreshed.

What is Basin?

OMGosh! I moved my classroom 2 years in a row and it was a pain in the rump! The first year was fine, I got rid of a lot of junk stuff and felt really organized. The second year I was over it and felt so unorganized the entire year because I really didn't want to move the stuff so I didn't go through it. I cannot imagine doing it another year! Why are you guys losing kids?

[dddisrunner]

I was thinking of you last night! Sorry that Xavier lost....what a GREAT game that was! Hope your DH wasn't too upset:sad2: The 23rd you should go to DHS in the morning...cause we will be there!:rotfl: Actually you can go and collect some fastpasses and then head out early and swim/relax all afternoon! We will be eating at 50's that night! I think our plan is to skip Fantasmic this year, which breaks my heart because we all LOVE that show but I really can't deal with ALL THOSE people!:eek:

[KathyRN137]

Ahhh! Lots of West and We-waxation sounds good to me!! :thumbsup2

Kathy

[IluvXU]

This is on my list for our upcoming trip! I can't believe there is somewhere in WDW I've never set foot.

Do you have 1st trip ornaments for the girls, too? That is such a sweet tradition!

I have not been to Basin either...I was browsing their website yesterday!

I have an ornament for both girls. Hannah's is the baby Minnie,with her name and year of first visit on it. Emily has Mouse Ears with same info. Who knows what Luke will get...Emily's is actually on a shelf in her room!

I think your non-park plans sound great! It will be so nice for you to relax and get those little Disney things done without feeling like you are "wasting" precious park time. :thumbsup2

I wish we had a down day in the middle... I hope we can make it!

LOVE your down days! We are traveling a day early this year and getting a hotel offsite so we can wake up our first official day refreshed.

What is Basin?

OMGosh! I moved my classroom 2 years in a row and it was a pain in the rump! The first year was fine, I got rid of a lot of junk stuff and felt really organized. The second year I was over it and felt so unorganized the entire year because I really didn't want to move the stuff so I didn't go through it. I cannot imagine doing it another year! Why are you guys losing kids?

You need to check out their website. I have seen their goodies on these boards and want to get something for myself!

I have no idea where most my stuff is this year, after a sub and my partner did a ton of organizing the room. I need to move to find things again!


I was thinking of you last night! Sorry that Xavier lost....what a GREAT game that was! Hope your DH wasn't too upset:sad2: The 23rd you should go to DHS in the morning...cause we will be there!:rotfl: Actually you can go and collect some fastpasses and then head out early and swim/relax all afternoon! We will be eating at 50's that night! I think our plan is to skip Fantasmic this year, which breaks my heart because we all LOVE that show but I really can't deal with ALL THOSE people!:eek:


Ugg... the game! I am still so sad! And I am a single parent... although the girls are at my parents.

While we have the Fantasmic dinner package I am still not 100% sure we will even be able to make it. I would love to see it though, and I think the girls would like it. My mom saw it last trip, but my dad has never seen it.

Ahhh! Lots of West and We-waxation sounds good to me!! :thumbsup2

Kathy

I could use a pool day soon!

[Charleston Princess]

So sorry about the game :(.

Your first two days look lovely -- lots of relaxing and just enjoying the resort, DtD, and Ohana's. I keep trying to figure in resort time, but then I look at my lists and think, "There is no way we will get everything done!"

I like the idea of personalized ornaments. Do you wait while they do it? Does it take a long time?

[moparop]

I really thought XU had it right up til the end. what a bummer! Those first couple of days will be a fabulous way to transition from the craziness of home life to the excitement of Disney. The hubby and I have been talking about how we need to stack our next trip more like that the next time we go.

Looking forward to the new AK plans! I feel like I need a fresh idea with that park!

[MeMom]

Here are a few Basin pictures for you. (Taken in November.)

http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f286/missjill5/Disney%20Thanksgiving%202008/IMG_0181.jpg

http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f286/missjill5/Disney%20Thanksgiving%202008/IMG_0185.jpg

http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f286/missjill5/Disney%20Thanksgiving%202008/IMG_0186.jpg

That place smells so good! On my trip last week, I picked up Jill a bar of princess soap and Ashley (the girl Trent is dating) a bar of strawberry. Coincidentally, both of those are shown in the picture that I took in November.

One could spend much money in that store!

[cjackearl]

Oooh, we love bath bombs! And that pirate soap...too cool!

[Happydog]

Basin seems a lot like Lush? Love that store! I saw it there in Nov, but didn't go in... re the ornaments, a personalized one sounds like a good idea. I bought some mickey heads this past Nov and they were a hit at our house when I put them on our tree! :santa:

[MegansMom]

Sorry again about X!!!!

I love your first two days---sound so relaxing!!! I want to check out BASIN now too!!!!

[Charleston Princess]

I found my Mickey soap at Basin up near the register -- I am hoping they still have them in June so I can stock up on it!

[creativeamanda]

I'm gonna have to a trip to Basin in June. . .

[mylag1rl]

Sorry about the basketball game. I think your first two days sound great. I have tried on our last few trips to build some relaxing resort time in especially around the pool. :beach: My boys have always loved their pool time while in Disney.

Basin looks like a store a girl could get lost in.

[wigdoutdismom]

Our KU got beat last night, I totally understand how you are feeling!:guilty:

[ampc3]

Hey Laura,

Got your message and just thought I would respond here so Jackie and Jenn can get caught up too! Thanks so much for asking..

I'm doing good, but feeling so big.. there just isn't anymore room left in here! I can no longer sleep well. I am 30 weeks Monday,they both are measuring just over 3 pds .


They say everything is right on target.. If I don't go on my own, they said I wouldn't go past 38 weeks which puts me end of May.. So we'll see what happens.. Still trying to figure out names etc..

So while you guys are having soo much fun in Disney , I'll be pulling my hair out! haha..

All your plans sound great!

[IluvXU]

So sorry about the game :(.

Your first two days look lovely -- lots of relaxing and just enjoying the resort, DtD, and Ohana's. I keep trying to figure in resort time, but then I look at my lists and think, "There is no way we will get everything done!"

I like the idea of personalized ornaments. Do you wait while they do it? Does it take a long time?

Our resort time is only due to the extra no park days at the beginning of the trip. I still cannot grasp that we are doing seven park days and my husband has not freaked out yet!

We pick out ornaments and they always have a sign saying when they will be done. I think they can just send them on to your resort- I know we have gone back later and picked them up. Just can't be too late in your trip or it doesn't work!

I really thought XU had it right up til the end. what a bummer! Those first couple of days will be a fabulous way to transition from the craziness of home life to the excitement of Disney. The hubby and I have been talking about how we need to stack our next trip more like that the next time we go.

Looking forward to the new AK plans! I feel like I need a fresh idea with that park!

I also think it will help me a ton sleep wise. I am always so hyped that I sleep terrible the first night at WDW- excitement I guess. This year I won't be headed to a park the first day!

We will see if my AK plan makes it better for us... coming soon!

Here are a few Basin pictures for you. (Taken in November.)

http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f286/missjill5/Disney%20Thanksgiving%202008/IMG_0181.jpg

http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f286/missjill5/Disney%20Thanksgiving%202008/IMG_0185.jpg

http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f286/missjill5/Disney%20Thanksgiving%202008/IMG_0186.jpg

That place smells so good! On my trip last week, I picked up Jill a bar of princess soap and Ashley (the girl Trent is dating) a bar of strawberry. Coincidentally, both of those are shown in the picture that I took in November.

One could spend much money in that store!

I can always count on you to have pictures! Thanks so much! I just want one treat for the baths I never get to take!

Oooh, we love bath bombs! And that pirate soap...too cool!

I saw online they have a mini sampler set....:cool1:

Basin seems a lot like Lush? Love that store! I saw it there in Nov, but didn't go in... re the ornaments, a personalized one sounds like a good idea. I bought some mickey heads this past Nov and they were a hit at our house when I put them on our tree! :santa:

We have tons of Disney ornaments on our tree... I could probably do a Disney tree- maybe someday!

Sorry again about X!!!!

I love your first two days---sound so relaxing!!! I want to check out BASIN now too!!!!

We were down your way today... we went to Otterville and Florence Mall (Disney store shopping- but I struck out, they had none of the things I liked in Hannah's size)

I found my Mickey soap at Basin up near the register -- I am hoping they still have them in June so I can stock up on it!

That is what I want!

I'm gonna have to a trip to Basin in June. . .

Me too!

Sorry about the basketball game. I think your first two days sound great. I have tried on our last few trips to build some relaxing resort time in especially around the pool. :beach: My boys have always loved their pool time while in Disney.

Basin looks like a store a girl could get lost in.

I love good smelling body stuff!

Our KU got beat last night, I totally understand how you are feeling!:guilty:

I still am blue:confused3

Hey Laura,

Got your message and just thought I would respond here so Jackie and Jenn can get caught up too! Thanks so much for asking..

I'm doing good, but feeling so big.. there just isn't anymore room left in here! I can no longer sleep well. I am 30 weeks Monday,they both are measuring just over 3 pds .


They say everything is right on target.. If I don't go on my own, they said I wouldn't go past 38 weeks which puts me end of May.. So we'll see what happens.. Still trying to figure out names etc..

So while you guys are having soo much fun in Disney , I'll be pulling my hair out! haha..

All your plans sound great!

So glad you are doing good..... I bet so cute too! My dear sister in law is having trouble getting pregnant and the running joke is twins---- then I can borrow one and won't have to fight my mom or her! I cannot believe how old my sweet baby is ... it won't be long until your boys are here!

[IluvXU]

Quick update!

I was out shopping with my sister in law and in the dollar bins at Target I got a Disney World touring book- who can pass that up in the dollar bin. So if you are in your Targets... check it out!

[Charleston Princess]

Hey Laura,

Got your message and just thought I would respond here so Jackie and Jenn can get caught up too! Thanks so much for asking..

I'm doing good, but feeling so big.. there just isn't anymore room left in here! I can no longer sleep well. I am 30 weeks Monday,they both are measuring just over 3 pds .


They say everything is right on target.. If I don't go on my own, they said I wouldn't go past 38 weeks which puts me end of May.. So we'll see what happens.. Still trying to figure out names etc..

So while you guys are having soo much fun in Disney , I'll be pulling my hair out! haha..

All your plans sound great!

Hi, Annette!!! Thanks for catching us all up on your news!!! So glad everything is right on target! :hug:

Our resort time is only due to the extra no park days at the beginning of the trip. I still cannot grasp that we are doing seven park days and my husband has not freaked out yet!

We pick out ornaments and they always have a sign saying when they will be done. I think they can just send them on to your resort- I know we have gone back later and picked them up. Just can't be too late in your trip or it doesn't work!

I may have to plan on going to DtD earlier in our trip! ;)

[IluvXU]

Another update due to not thinking.... I did not realize we would be at WDW for Father's Day! I might have to plan something for my dad and DH. We are going to MGM that day, which is fun since it is my dad's favorite park!

[cjackearl]

Ok, I feel a little better that I'm not the only one who just realized Father's Day will fall during our trip!:scared1: I told hubby I would have at least let him pick the resteraunt if I'd have realized. Hmmm....

[Happydog]

I knew it was Father's day, but I was't sure what to do that was "special" since DH's B-day is already on the 18th... You are not the only one to think of it after the fact! :)

[wigdoutdismom]

Another update due to not thinking.... I did not realize we would be at WDW for Father's Day! I might have to plan something for my dad and DH. We are going to MGM that day, which is fun since it is my dad's favorite park!

Laura, do you remember the T-shirt Leslsey had made for Tim last year with Darth Vader that said, "Luke I am Your Father" on it? I thought that was sooo clever! :goodvibes The only thing is I don't think it's a Star Wars Weekend when you guys are there....but still if you are going to be at Hollywood it would still be the park to wear it to, even without SWW!

and..... I passed by Basin both at the GF and DTD :confused3 I will absolutely go in on the next trip, the Mickey soap sounds so cute! I'm not sure we could stand to use it though, it could be something like my mother keeps in her soap dish that we are never allowed to touch!:rotfl2: Gosh, does that mean that I am becoming my mother...........:eek:

[IluvXU]

Ok, I feel a little better that I'm not the only one who just realized Father's Day will fall during our trip!:scared1: I told hubby I would have at least let him pick the resteraunt if I'd have realized. Hmmm....

We don't even have an ADR that day... yikes!

I knew it was Father's day, but I was't sure what to do that was "special" since DH's B-day is already on the 18th... You are not the only one to think of it after the fact! :)

I am going to keep thinking!

Laura, do you remember the T-shirt Leslsey had made for Tim last year with Darth Vader that said, "Luke I am Your Father" on it? I thought that was sooo clever! :goodvibes The only thing is I don't think it's a Star Wars Weekend when you guys are there....but still if you are going to be at Hollywood it would still be the park to wear it to, even without SWW!

DH has a shirt like that... he got one after Luke was born. It will have to be worn that day for sure!

and..... I passed by Basin both at the GF and DTD :confused3 I will absolutely go in on the next trip, the Mickey soap sounds so cute! I'm not sure we could stand to use it though, it could be something like my mother keeps in her soap dish that we are never allowed to touch!:rotfl2: Gosh, does that mean that I am becoming my mother...........:eek:

You sound like me... I am getting better about that though!

[KathyRN137]

Another update due to not thinking.... I did not realize we would be at WDW for Father's Day! I might have to plan something for my dad and DH. We are going to MGM that day, which is fun since it is my dad's favorite park!


Maybe you could do a fireworks cruise that night?! If you were going to be at the MK, I would suggest the Family Magic Tour.

I've read good things about www.giftsofalifetime.com (407) 909-0593. Perhaps they could help you arrange something special for the Dads!


Kathy

[IluvXU]

Maybe you could do a fireworks cruise that night?! If you were going to be at the MK, I would suggest the Family Magic Tour.

I've read good things about www.giftsofalifetime.com (407) 909-0593. Perhaps they could help you arrange something special for the Dads!


Kathy


I got an email from Disney showing their "celebrate" goodies... they looked so cute. I will check this sight out too!

[MegansMom]

Annette---thanks for sharing your update!!! I have been thinking and praying for you often!!! Keep us posted!

Laura---You were down in my area---I hope you all had fun! Sorry to hear that you had no luck at the Disney store---it has been really hit or miss there lately. Let me know if there is something particular you are looking for, I could always pick it up for you if I find it!

[IluvXU]

Annette---thanks for sharing your update!!! I have been thinking and praying for you often!!! Keep us posted!

Laura---You were down in my area---I hope you all had fun! Sorry to hear that you had no luck at the Disney store---it has been really hit or miss there lately. Let me know if there is something particular you are looking for, I could always pick it up for you if I find it!

They had lots of cute things... but just not the right sizes! The girls did get new plates--- I love the sparkly Fairy plate Hannah picked out!

[DreaGirl]

Basin looks like my type of store! I will check it out in February!

Does your DH have a favorite restaurant? Maybe you could make an ADR for that night and surprise him?

[MegansMom]

Hey---I think I may have been near your neck of the woods today actually---I met my sis for lunch near where she works off of the Mason-Montgomery Rd. exit---we had lunch at Mimi's Cafe (YUM!) I also shopped at the Target off of Fields Ertel since I was in the area---hope we were close!!! ;)

[moparop]

Hey---I think I may have been near your neck of the woods today actually---I met my sis for lunch near where she works off of the Mason-Montgomery Rd. exit---we had lunch at Mimi's Cafe (YUM!) I also shopped at the Target off of Fields Ertel since I was in the area---hope we were close!!! ;)

You were about a mile from my house at Mimi's! We went there for the frst time yesterday... YUMMO!

Find any good deals at Target?

[dddisrunner]

I am struggling for Father's Day ideas for Bryan too and we will be at DHS as well:confused3 Let me know what you come up with!:thumbsup2

[MegansMom]

You were about a mile from my house at Mimi's! We went there for the frst time yesterday... YUMMO!

Find any good deals at Target?

OMG!!!! NO WAY!!!! What time of the day were you there---we ate there for lunch, YUMMY!!!! Did you tell them it was your first time? Did they give you the 4 pack of delicious homemade muffins?!?!?! Yeah, guess what I'm having for breakfast right now!!! If you didn't, next time you are there, tell them it is your first time and they will send you home with a big container of muffins!!!!

I found some okay deals at Target---nothing stellar. I'm really struggling with clothes for Megs for summer. She has hit that awkward stage where she is too tall for 5t, but I feel like the clothes in 4-6x are too old looking for her---c'mon people, she is only 5 and a half, NOT 25!!! I did find some cute croc-like sandals with the princesses on them for only $7.99---they aren't made exactly like crocs---made out of that type of material but in the shape of a sandal with a strap across the heel. They also had some for boys---I think they were Spiderman. The most luck I have had with her clothes this year is Gymboree---she is probably going to look like a walking billboard for them by the time I am done shopping for her---I just really don't want her wearing that stuff that looks so grown up.

[Happydog]

I'm not sure we could stand to use it though, it could be something like my mother keeps in her soap dish that we are never allowed to touch!:rotfl2: Gosh, does that mean that I am becoming my mother...........:eek:

Yeah, I do that too... and what about candles? I have candles I refuse to light b/c I dont want to "ruin" them... :lmao:

[IluvXU]

Basin looks like my type of store! I will check it out in February!

Does your DH have a favorite restaurant? Maybe you could make an ADR for that night and surprise him?

February- are you going then? I thought Sept?

Hey---I think I may have been near your neck of the woods today actually---I met my sis for lunch near where she works off of the Mason-Montgomery Rd. exit---we had lunch at Mimi's Cafe (YUM!) I also shopped at the Target off of Fields Ertel since I was in the area---hope we were close!!! ;)

Next time let me know...we should meet up! You were super close... we were over there today at Borders for storytime!

You were about a mile from my house at Mimi's! We went there for the frst time yesterday... YUMMO!

Find any good deals at Target?

Aren't there always deals-- have you checked out the new one in S. Lebanon- they have some great deals! I got a 24 pack of water bottles for $1.

I am struggling for Father's Day ideas for Bryan too and we will be at DHS as well:confused3 Let me know what you come up with!:thumbsup2

I could always wait to see what my Mother's Day gift entails- ha!

OMG!!!! NO WAY!!!! What time of the day were you there---we ate there for lunch, YUMMY!!!! Did you tell them it was your first time? Did they give you the 4 pack of delicious homemade muffins?!?!?! Yeah, guess what I'm having for breakfast right now!!! If you didn't, next time you are there, tell them it is your first time and they will send you home with a big container of muffins!!!!

I found some okay deals at Target---nothing stellar. I'm really struggling with clothes for Megs for summer. She has hit that awkward stage where she is too tall for 5t, but I feel like the clothes in 4-6x are too old looking for her---c'mon people, she is only 5 and a half, NOT 25!!! I did find some cute croc-like sandals with the princesses on them for only $7.99---they aren't made exactly like crocs---made out of that type of material but in the shape of a sandal with a strap across the heel. They also had some for boys---I think they were Spiderman. The most luck I have had with her clothes this year is Gymboree---she is probably going to look like a walking billboard for them by the time I am done shopping for her---I just really don't want her wearing that stuff that looks so grown up.

I totally know what you mean about that age girl clothes. That is why I end up at Gymboree... plus then Emily's clothes looks brand new because it washes well!


Yeah, I do that too... and what about candles? I have candles I refuse to light b/c I dont want to "ruin" them... :lmao:

I wish I felt that way about Candy!

[wigdoutdismom]

=Happydog;31112036]Yeah, I do that too... and what about candles? I hav[/SIZE][/I]e candles I refuse to light b/c I dont want to "ruin" them... :lmao:[/QUOTE]

I have some of those "no way, no burn" candles too:lmao::rotfl:

[DreaGirl]

February- are you going then? I thought Sept?

We are going in October! :rotfl:I don't know where February came from, must have been one of those days! :lmao:

[IluvXU]

We are going in October! :rotfl:I don't know where February came from, must have been one of those days! :lmao:

I thought there maybe was an "extra" trip in the works!

[IluvXU]

Animal Kingdom

http://i195.photobucket.com/albums/z305/iluvxu/100_1854.jpg

This part will be our first this trip, which is how our 2007 trip was too. To be honest I never care which park we visit first... I trust TGM and go with that!

We will of course hit rope drop, I am pretty sure that will be easy since it is day one. My parents will meet us at CSR that morning to get our tickets and new package Keys to the World activated. Then off we will go.

My problem with AK is it always seems hot.... and we last trip were out of there before 1:00 and did not see everything we wanted. So this year I hope to go early and then return that evening... since the park is not open late I want to give it a try!

With that in mind, here is what I would like to accomplish:

Festival of the Lion King- love it, a must do for us
Kilimanjaro Safari- again a must do!
Pangani Forest Exploration Trail *** new to us- it looks so cool!
Maharajah Jungle Trek *** new to us--again I want to just explore!
Kali River Rapids- Emily is tall enough... plus I think it would be a good last ride to cool off before heading back to the hotel.
Expedition Everest- Hannah is now tall enough. I hope she rides it with us. I think this will be a ride that my Dad will enjoy a lot too!
Finding Nemo the Musical- I am so sad we did not get back to AK to see this. Does anyone know the current show times. I hope we get there!
TriceraTop Spin- the other Dumbo... I know it is a hit!
It's Tough to Be a Bug- I hope some get to enjoy. Not so sure Luke will be able to stand it. Maybe he and I can go get some FPs or something.

I also want to see Mickey's Jammin' Jungle Parade.

So this probably leads me to think we will break and be back to see the Parade at 3:45. Do you have to arrive early to see it? After the parade we would have 3 or 4 hours to finish up the park and I will work to see what has to be done in the AM versus what we can do that evening. I have heard that AK clears out after the parade, so we will see!

The other big thing is... I have no AK pictures. I only snapped a few last trip, so I hope to get a lot more! Therefore I really have no pics to put in this update... bummer!

http://i195.photobucket.com/albums/z305/iluvxu/100_1868.jpg
look at how big Emily has gotten... she has really changed a ton!

Eating---- this of course is important... any fun snacks for AK day? I hope that we eat lunch or dinner at Flame Tree Barbecue if we have a second meal there, Pizza Safari- that is the only CS I have ever had there.

I am truly excited to try to have a split day at AK. Plus CSR is super close, so if we miss the parade I hope to skip over some afternoon. I think the girls would love it. Since HS has a different parade I am sure we will miss it this year!

[cjackearl]

Looks like a fun day! I felt the same way about AK being hotter than the surface of the sun. Wonder if it's all of the foliage?:confused3 We missed a lot also.

Where did you get your darling Minnie tees? They look vintage, which I love.

My kids love the monsterous turkey legs, but I guess that's more like a meal than a snack.

[punkin413]

Pangani Forest Exploration Trail *** new to us- it looks so cool!

this is my favorite!!!!! the gorillas are truly amazing - i hope you guys enjoy it!

you had asked about nemo show times. go here to see current show times at the all the parks. i think he updates this every week.

http://pages.prodigy.net/stevesoares/

i think 30 minutes to get seats for the parade would be fine. although i've never been in june so i could be very wrong!

[wigdoutdismom]

The park does always seem so much hotter than the others.........we never make it there very long. What about dinosaur, have you guys tried it?
I love to get churros when we are there.:goodvibes

and, Em really has changed so much, not a baby anymore!

[KathyRN137]

The two exploration trails (PFT and MJT) are so much fun, and there's all kinds of "hands on" exhibits that the kids can touch and examine. :goodvibes

*Don't forget ponchos for Kali!! (Unless the kids just wear bathing suits and Crocs!!) :rotfl:


Kathy

[DreaGirl]

We love AK. My DH thinks it is all the trees/shrubs/bushes/animals that make it hot there. It seems a lot more humid as well.

We have eaten at Flame Tree (it is a must, so good!) but watch out for the crazy birds there. There are a ton!

We have done both the Trek and Trail and love both. I still haven't seen Lion King, but we saw Nemo last trip. It is a really great show.

What is the height requirement for KRR? I bet if Em is tall enough A. is tall enough. So cool that they can ride more rides this time!!

[Charleston Princess]

Animal Kingdom always seems so hot to us, too!

We haven't done Pagani or Maharajah either and hope to do them both on this trip.

The two times we have been at the park in the evening, it has been relatively uncrowded -- at least compared to the morning and other parks.

[MeMom]

Sounds like a fun day! You know how much I love Animal Kingdom!

Both trails are great. Just watching those huge creatures in action is incredible. If you get lucky, the tigers might be romping around, but most often they are just sprawled out sleeping with not a care in the world.

I definitely hope you get to see the parade!

Flame Tree and Pizzafari - yum and yum! I don't mind the birds at Flame Tree. They have never attacked us, even though they do love to hang out very closely. I have gotten some good pictures of birds by and in the water there. I think the girls will have fun looking at all the wall art, paintings on the chairs, etc. at Pizzafari.

Can you tell I'm having fun planning with you? :)

I'll be with you in spirit on the safari and everything else except for Everest. I'm going to let my spirit sit that one out!:laughing:

I've got it all planned out, see...

a new baby next week, a few Dis friends taking trips throughout April, May, and June (through which I will be able to escape from my school stresses at the end of the day), summer school (a necessary evil in order to pay Disney bills), church camp, and then it'll be time for our July trip.

It is amazing how much our little girls have changed in the past year. Every set of trip pictures I look at, Brooklynn looks more and more grown-up.

[mylag1rl]

AK plans look great. I always think AK is the hottest park, too. We usually snack on the frozen strawberry bars to help cool us off. PFT and MJT will definitely be fun for the girls plus I think alot of the two trails are in the shade.

It's tough to be a bug is fun but you might want to be careful with Emily. I remember my youngest son when he was 3 1/2 it scared him and we had to leave the theater. I think because it is dark and all the sensory stuff.

The parade really is cute seeing all the characters is safari attire.

[moparop]

I like the split day idea. I am interested to see how that works out. We did the exploration trails on our first trip to AK and the boys really loved them. It really made the animals so much more accessible than they were in the safari. Remember, you really need to arrive 30 minutes early for the Nemo show. I forgot to account for that in August and got there 10 minutes before the show only to find them turning people away. I was so bummed. We had seen it in Jan and it was one of Doug's favorite parts of the trip.

[Happy Elf]

Your AK plans sound great! The girls have grown so much! They are adorable!

[IluvXU]

Looks like a fun day! I felt the same way about AK being hotter than the surface of the sun. Wonder if it's all of the foliage?:confused3 We missed a lot also.

Where did you get your darling Minnie tees? They look vintage, which I love.

My kids love the monsterous turkey legs, but I guess that's more like a meal than a snack.

I love those shirts... but now Hannah's fits Emily and it has a sharpie stain... but it might reappear this trip. They were a Disney store purchase!

this is my favorite!!!!! the gorillas are truly amazing - i hope you guys enjoy it!

you had asked about nemo show times. go here to see current show times at the all the parks. i think he updates this every week.

http://pages.prodigy.net/stevesoares/

i think 30 minutes to get seats for the parade would be fine. although i've never been in june so i could be very wrong!

Thanks Dawn.... it seems that the Nemo show is more often now. I wonder if I can see the parade and catch the last show. I also need to find a parade spot that is recommended.

The park does always seem so much hotter than the others.........we never make it there very long. What about dinosaur, have you guys tried it?
I love to get churros when we are there.:goodvibes

and, Em really has changed so much, not a baby anymore!

Churros... yummo! I personally am scared of Dinosaur... so I doubt that Hannah would like it.

I know she is a big girl now... and giving me fits --- the age three is harder than two IMO!

The two exploration trails (PFT and MJT) are so much fun, and there's all kinds of "hands on" exhibits that the kids can touch and examine. :goodvibes

*Don't forget ponchos for Kali!! (Unless the kids just wear bathing suits and Crocs!!) :rotfl:


Kathy

Thanks Kathy---- I am sure I will want a poncho. We carry them everyday!

We love AK. My DH thinks it is all the trees/shrubs/bushes/animals that make it hot there. It seems a lot more humid as well.

We have eaten at Flame Tree (it is a must, so good!) but watch out for the crazy birds there. There are a ton!

We have done both the Trek and Trail and love both. I still haven't seen Lion King, but we saw Nemo last trip. It is a really great show.

What is the height requirement for KRR? I bet if Em is tall enough A. is tall enough. So cool that they can ride more rides this time!!


38 inches. She is almost that without shoes, so I am sure with shoes she will be that tall.

Animal Kingdom always seems so hot to us, too!

We haven't done Pagani or Maharajah either and hope to do them both on this trip.

The two times we have been at the park in the evening, it has been relatively uncrowded -- at least compared to the morning and other parks.

That is what I am hoping. I think it is extra hours at MK that night so go there people!

Sounds like a fun day! You know how much I love Animal Kingdom!

Both trails are great. Just watching those huge creatures in action is incredible. If you get lucky, the tigers might be romping around, but most often they are just sprawled out sleeping with not a care in the world.

I definitely hope you get to see the parade!

Flame Tree and Pizzafari - yum and yum! I don't mind the birds at Flame Tree. They have never attacked us, even though they do love to hang out very closely. I have gotten some good pictures of birds by and in the water there. I think the girls will have fun looking at all the wall art, paintings on the chairs, etc. at Pizzafari.

Can you tell I'm having fun planning with you? :)

I'll be with you in spirit on the safari and everything else except for Everest. I'm going to let my spirit sit that one out!:laughing:

I've got it all planned out, see...

a new baby next week, a few Dis friends taking trips throughout April, May, and June (through which I will be able to escape from my school stresses at the end of the day), summer school (a necessary evil in order to pay Disney bills), church camp, and then it'll be time for our July trip.

It is amazing how much our little girls have changed in the past year. Every set of trip pictures I look at, Brooklynn looks more and more grown-up.

I know you love AK! I really like that park.... but I feel we get hot and done quick there. Maybe our second wind trip will help!


AK plans look great. I always think AK is the hottest park, too. We usually snack on the frozen strawberry bars to help cool us off. PFT and MJT will definitely be fun for the girls plus I think alot of the two trails are in the shade.

It's tough to be a bug is fun but you might want to be careful with Emily. I remember my youngest son when he was 3 1/2 it scared him and we had to leave the theater. I think because it is dark and all the sensory stuff.

The parade really is cute seeing all the characters is safari attire.

I wonder about It's Tough to be a Bug. I think Hannah would like it, but Em is interesting.

I like the split day idea. I am interested to see how that works out. We did the exploration trails on our first trip to AK and the boys really loved them. It really made the animals so much more accessible than they were in the safari. Remember, you really need to arrive 30 minutes early for the Nemo show. I forgot to account for that in August and got there 10 minutes before the show only to find them turning people away. I was so bummed. We had seen it in Jan and it was one of Doug's favorite parts of the trip.


I really want to see Nemo!

Your AK plans sound great! The girls have grown so much! They are adorable!

Thanks!

[IluvXU]

So today is the last day before spring break! While the weather here is not supposed to be great, we have lots of fun things planned. Two Easter Egg Hunts tomorrow, a trip to Indianapolis and of course Easter- we need to decorate some Eggs! Yesterday we went to the zoo- it was almost 80 degrees, but today is cold and rainy! I should have time to post more plans here too-- EPCOT coming up soon!

[moparop]

So today is the last day before spring break! While the weather here is not supposed to be great, we have lots of fun things planned. Two Easter Egg Hunts tomorrow, a trip to Indianapolis and of course Easter- we need to decorate some Eggs! Yesterday we went to the zoo- it was almost 80 degrees, but today is cold and rainy! I should have time to post more plans here too-- EPCOT coming up soon!

We are planning to do the zoo tomorrow, I think. As I woke up this morning to the rain, I realized yesterday would have been better. Oh well, hindsight is always 20/20!

[lmillercrew]

I hear you on the weather thing. Yesterday it was 70 and sunny. Today it's 48 and raining.
I can't wait to take my kids to the Nemo show at AK. Your girls will love it. The parade is on our list of things to see too. I've never seen that one.

[MegansMom]

Love your AK plans!!! Sounds great!!!

I promise---all of you Mason-Montgomery Roadies (including timandlesley) that next time I am up that way, we will all have to arrange a fun DISmeet!!! I had no idea I was so close!!!!

[Charleston Princess]

Today is the last day before spring break for us as well! I am so looking forward to having next week off! :goodvibes

[wigdoutdismom]

Happy Spring Break! Have a fun week.:goodvibes

[IluvXU]

We are planning to do the zoo tomorrow, I think. As I woke up this morning to the rain, I realized yesterday would have been better. Oh well, hindsight is always 20/20!

It was crazy crowded Thursday though.... I have never seen it like that on a spring weekday after 2!

I hear you on the weather thing. Yesterday it was 70 and sunny. Today it's 48 and raining.
I can't wait to take my kids to the Nemo show at AK. Your girls will love it. The parade is on our list of things to see too. I've never seen that one.

I want to see the parade... I fear that they will change it before we get back! Plus I figure parades won't always be a hit with my kids... they love them now.


Love your AK plans!!! Sounds great!!!

I promise---all of you Mason-Montgomery Roadies (including timandlesley) that next time I am up that way, we will all have to arrange a fun DISmeet!!! I had no idea I was so close!!!!


For sure! I would love to get together!

Today is the last day before spring break for us as well! I am so looking forward to having next week off! :goodvibes

Other than the laundry I have not touched I am ready for spring break!

[IluvXU]

Happy Spring Break! Have a fun week.:goodvibes

My break can't compare to yours...

[wigdoutdismom]

Oh but think about a relaxing week..........that's a good thing too!

[Charleston Princess]

Just remember we have a whole week to do laundry!!! :laughing:

[wigdoutdismom]

Just remember we have a whole week to do laundry!!! :laughing:
Yes you do and I had to get mine started last night and am finishing it this morning........

But looking on the bright side only 35 school days left of the year. :thumbsup2

[Charleston Princess]

Yes you do and I had to get mine started last night and am finishing it this morning........

But looking on the bright side only 35 school days left of the year. :thumbsup2

30 for us!!! :banana:

[wigdoutdismom]

Lucky you! I wish it were next week.......:rotfl2:

[dddisrunner]

GREAT update Laura! I loved all your pictures from the Animal Kingdom! I can't believe that Emily is big enough to fit into Hannah's t-shirts!! Yay for Spring Break!! Enjoy it, I hope you have some nice weather! Our break starts on Good Friday!! Did you figure out a gift for Father's Day?:goodvibes

[DreaGirl]

Enjoy your break!

[IluvXU]

Oh but think about a relaxing week..........that's a good thing too!

I am not sure when I relaxed with these three kids--- no it will be nice to not have to go to work at all! Plus we have testing the second week back...so I have a lot to do in five half days!

Just remember we have a whole week to do laundry!!! :laughing:

I have so much... and did not start it today. I have not done any (but Luke's) since Sunday!

Yes you do and I had to get mine started last night and am finishing it this morning........

But looking on the bright side only 35 school days left of the year. :thumbsup2

We have more than that...booo!

30 for us!!! :banana:
Boo!!!!

Lucky you! I wish it were next week.......:rotfl2:

Me too! I want summer!

GREAT update Laura! I loved all your pictures from the Animal Kingdom! I can't believe that Emily is big enough to fit into Hannah's t-shirts!! Yay for Spring Break!! Enjoy it, I hope you have some nice weather! Our break starts on Good Friday!! Did you figure out a gift for Father's Day?:goodvibes

Our weather is going bad later this week. I was trying to browse and at least look for a WDW shirt for DH online. Then I realized I can probably find something there too.

Enjoy your break!

We went to two Easter Egg Hunts today... super fun!

[wigdoutdismom]

Are you posting Easter Egg Hunt pics?

[DreaGirl]

You are in big trouble with the laundry. :)

How were the hunts? We aren't going to one until next Saturday. Have you visited the Easter Bunny yet?

[Charleston Princess]

Hope you had a lovely second day of spring break -- I did laundry today and thought of you...:laughing:

[IluvXU]

Are you posting Easter Egg Hunt pics?


I will post... along with few others... I am a bit behind!

You are in big trouble with the laundry. :)

How were the hunts? We aren't going to one until next Saturday. Have you visited the Easter Bunny yet?

My laundry room is too small. I barely made a dent in the laundry today... and tomorrow I doubt I will get it done! Dr Appt, Swim lessons, Dentist and egg decorating!

The hunts were fun! The Easter Bunny was at both. Luke had no interest, and I was going to do a pic with him at the second hunt, but he was napping at home- so no pic-

Emily hates him... no way was she getting in a pic!

Hope you had a lovely second day of spring break -- I did laundry today and thought of you...:laughing:

I will be doing it for days now!

[IluvXU]

So here are some pictures... I never posted any birthday pics- better late than never!

http://i195.photobucket.com/albums/z305/iluvxu/100_2698.jpg

http://i195.photobucket.com/albums/z305/iluvxu/100_2732.jpg


And yes I know my daughter is wearing Dora and has a Max and Ruby cake---- but her helmet is Mickey!

And some zoo pictures...
Note there are no decent pictures of the three children together... what stinkers!

http://i195.photobucket.com/albums/z305/iluvxu/100_2829.jpg

http://i195.photobucket.com/albums/z305/iluvxu/100_2835.jpg

http://i195.photobucket.com/albums/z305/iluvxu/100_2859.jpg

http://i195.photobucket.com/albums/z305/iluvxu/100_2849.jpg

And a few Easter Hunt pics..

http://i195.photobucket.com/albums/z305/iluvxu/100_2880.jpg

http://i195.photobucket.com/albums/z305/iluvxu/100_2882.jpg

http://i195.photobucket.com/albums/z305/iluvxu/100_2889.jpg

http://i195.photobucket.com/albums/z305/iluvxu/100_2878.jpg

This was Emily walking home... she wears her Minnie boots every day... easy on off for her!
http://i195.photobucket.com/albums/z305/iluvxu/100_2901.jpg

All these pictures made me crazy since tomorrow we might have snow.... I want spring (or actually summer) now!

[jillyb]

Love the pictures! I can't believe you might get snow tomorrow! :eek: We had beautiful weekend here. Our neighborhood had a Spring Fling on Saturday. The girls had a great time and I was exhausted by the time it was over; not to mention my face was sunburned! :rotfl: I didn't get any pictures though because DH has been in Decatur for a week and took my camera. I don't know if I'd have been able to get any pictures anyway since I was working one of the games.

[shannon47142]

great pictures--esp. the one with Emily and Luke:goodvibes

[Charleston Princess]

Adorable! I love all the kids' cute springtime clothes!

We have a chance of snow flurries tomorrow night -- that is truly unheard of for this time of year in Georgia -- 70 is our average high! We don't know how to wear long-sleeves in April. :laughing:

[dddisrunner]

Love all the pictures Laura!! The one of Emily on her bike is so cute! I can't believe how big Luke is getting... I love his little shoes! The picture of Hannah in front of the flowers is so pretty too! Hard to believe you might have snow!!:confused3

[Lady Lallie]

The kids are so adorable! :lovestruc

[moparop]

My boys went NUTS for the Max & Ruby cake. They started arguing about which one of them would have a Max&Ruby party. Ahh, joy! ;)

I cannot get over how grown up the kids are all looking! Luke is looking less like a baby and more like a little boy and I love Em's little piggie tails! I am jealous of your cute zoo pics. My boys were so not interested in sitting by the flowers to smile. I cannot believe how cold it got this morning. I am not impressed! Of course, my parents got 3 inches of snow overnight. Anything is better than that!

[mylag1rl]

Great pics of the kids. I also can't believe how grow up they all look. Thanks for sharing. Stay away snow and c'mon sun and warmer weather !

[MegansMom]

Love the pictures!!!!

[ampc3]

look how big Luke is!! what a cutie.. The girls too of course :)

[wigdoutdismom]

Thanks for posting the pictures! Your children are so photogenic! Luke and Em are changing all the time and Hannah is just as cute as always! I swear some of pictures could win awards, you have an "eye" with the camera! Love that blue Hyacinth background with Luke.......

Pssssst, I like Max and Ruby too!!

[DreaGirl]

Great pics!! We had awesome weather over the weekend and 6.5 inches of snow today. It stinks!

[micandminforever]

It was great looking at the pictures and dreaming of Spring, as I sit my a fire. Everything is covered in pollen outside and the dogwoods and azaleas are blooming, it should not be this cold.

I fell sorry for the teachers, and student on Spring break that planned on having fun in the sun this week.

[punkin413]

wow.....such cuties!!!!! luke is getting so big - and those cheeks!!!!! i just wanna squeeze 'em. and emily's hair is getting so long.

All these pictures made me crazy since tomorrow we might have snow.... I want spring (or actually summer) now!

i concur!!! it was so pretty here saturday and now it's COLD! they were calling for snow flurries tonight but i believe they've called that off. thank goodness!

[IluvXU]

Love the pictures! I can't believe you might get snow tomorrow! :eek: We had beautiful weekend here. Our neighborhood had a Spring Fling on Saturday. The girls had a great time and I was exhausted by the time it was over; not to mention my face was sunburned! :rotfl: I didn't get any pictures though because DH has been in Decatur for a week and took my camera. I don't know if I'd have been able to get any pictures anyway since I was working one of the games.

I actually saw flakes this morning... and sleety/hail! It was cold and ugly here!


great pictures--esp. the one with Emily and Luke:goodvibes

She often times is in his face too much... it is nice to have her not smothering him!


Adorable! I love all the kids' cute springtime clothes!

We have a chance of snow flurries tomorrow night -- that is truly unheard of for this time of year in Georgia -- 70 is our average high! We don't know how to wear long-sleeves in April. :laughing:

I love summer clothes... but spring capris and bright colors are actually my favorite.

Love all the pictures Laura!! The one of Emily on her bike is so cute! I can't believe how big Luke is getting... I love his little shoes! The picture of Hannah in front of the flowers is so pretty too! Hard to believe you might have snow!!:confused3

Thanks Diane... it is not good weather for spring break!


The kids are so adorable! :lovestruc

Thanks!

My boys went NUTS for the Max & Ruby cake. They started arguing about which one of them would have a Max&Ruby party. Ahh, joy! ;)

I cannot get over how grown up the kids are all looking! Luke is looking less like a baby and more like a little boy and I love Em's little piggie tails! I am jealous of your cute zoo pics. My boys were so not interested in sitting by the flowers to smile. I cannot believe how cold it got this morning. I am not impressed! Of course, my parents got 3 inches of snow overnight. Anything is better than that!

I love the Max and Ruby cake... it was too cute and just what Emily wanted. My zoo pictures are a bit of a disappointment. I might make DH go with us and he can work his photo magic! We need to get cooperating for Disney pics soon!


Great pics of the kids. I also can't believe how grow up they all look. Thanks for sharing. Stay away snow and c'mon sun and warmer weather !

I totally agree--- I want 60 degrees, not in the 30s.

Love the pictures!!!!

I bet Megan has big Easter events right?

look how big Luke is!! what a cutie.. The girls too of course :)

He is starting to smile for the camera some... at first he just stared at it!

Thanks for posting the pictures! Your children are so photogenic! Luke and Em are changing all the time and Hannah is just as cute as always! I swear some of pictures could win awards, you have an "eye" with the camera! Love that blue Hyacinth background with Luke.......

Pssssst, I like Max and Ruby too!!

I love the Hyacinth pic!

Great pics!! We had awesome weather over the weekend and 6.5 inches of snow today. It stinks!

That is depressing...

It was great looking at the pictures and dreaming of Spring, as I sit my a fire. Everything is covered in pollen outside and the dogwoods and azaleas are blooming, it should not be this cold.

I fell sorry for the teachers, and student on Spring break that planned on having fun in the sun this week.

I think FL is even cold...

wow.....such cuties!!!!! luke is getting so big - and those cheeks!!!!! i just wanna squeeze 'em. and emily's hair is getting so long.


i concur!!! it was so pretty here saturday and now it's COLD! they were calling for snow flurries tonight but i believe they've called that off. thank goodness!

We are getting Easter haircuts tomorrow... Emily's hair goes wild quickly... it is getting thicker, but not really getting any length!

[cjackearl]

Thanks for the sweet Easter egg hunt pics. I have to find some cute Easter clothes for my kiddos ASAP, although the oldest doesn't want an "Easter dressy dress" this year.:sad2:

[IluvXU]

Thanks for the sweet Easter egg hunt pics. I have to find some cute Easter clothes for my kiddos ASAP, although the oldest doesn't want an "Easter dressy dress" this year.:sad2:

I dread the day my children resist the clothes I buy. Hannah actually is easier... it was all pink for a while. Now she is pretty good, not a fan of jeans but will wear what I want. Emily will probably revolt first!

[KathyRN137]

Gorgeous pictures of gorgeous children!!! :goodvibes


Kathy

[IluvXU]

So I called Disney today to apply some Disney gift cards (I was a bit worried that I could not use them to pay for the trip so I just bought a little). When I was calling the lady reviewed our trip.... and she did not have our hoppers. And looking at our total, I guess it was never applied. I checked old emails and cannot find it either. My parents trip does however have hoppers. So now I have our new total and will be ordering the gift card to cover that.

BTW it snowed here ... no accumulation but yuck!

[MeMom]

Precious kids.
Pretty flowers.
Easter parties.
Life is good.
You are blessed!

[Charleston Princess]

So I called Disney today to apply some Disney gift cards (I was a bit worried that I could not use them to pay for the trip so I just bought a little). When I was calling the lady reviewed our trip.... and she did not have our hoppers. And looking at our total, I guess it was never applied. I checked old emails and cannot find it either. My parents trip does however have hoppers. So now I have our new total and will be ordering the gift card to cover that.

BTW it snowed here ... no accumulation but yuck!

Good thing you checked! :thumbsup2

We had snow flurries yesterday -- crazy weather!

[jillyb]

Good thing you checked! :thumbsup2

We had snow flurries yesterday -- crazy weather!

Wow! We just had cold and windy weather yesterday. This morning the temp was 36. :scared1: I'm glad I haven't planted anything yet.

[IluvXU]

So this is the letter that is being left by the Easter Bunny:

Dear Hannah and Emily,

Happy Easter! I hope that you enjoy your special baskets. I hear that you are going to Walt Disney World this summer! It will be here before you know it. I hope you enjoy the special treats I have placed in the Easter Eggs at your house. Hannah make sure you only collect pink and yellow eggs. Emily you need to look for the purple and blue eggs! Have fun and be good girls!

Love,
The Easter Bunny!

They will then both collect their Disney dollars to go along with their gift card in their basket.

[cjackearl]

We used to handle our egg hunt the same way: assigned colors. We still do it that way for Ian. Will you put the Disney Dollars inside the eggs? I didn't know whether I would try to fit them in eggs, or put little scraps of paper in eggs telling the kids to redeem them for Disney Dollars.:confused:


Glad you could use your gift cards to pay for the trip.:thumbsup2

[IluvXU]

Friday, June 19th EPCOT!

This used to be the park I wanted to skip, but it has grown into a favorite park of my family. The past two years we have gone 12+ hours at this park, with no breaks...9-9. I don't think we will be doing that this trip, but I still hope we have lots of time to explore all that EPCOT has to offer.

We will again hit rope drop!


With that in mind, here is what I would like to accomplish:
Character Connection- this picture says it all:

Even if we don't get a picture like this we love to see the gang!
http://i195.photobucket.com/albums/z305/iluvxu/101_0315-2.jpg

Spaceship Earth- both girls talk about this ride from last summer. Plus being newly redone my parents want to check it out!

Test Track- Hannah has never done this. It has been a few years since I have gotten to ride it either so this year I am going to make sure she rides it. She is a bit nervous because the que is so loud.

Journey into Imagination- the girls both love this pavillion!

Land Pavillion, Soarin is my favorite ride at EPCOT and in the top 2 or 3 in all of WDW! It is also the ride that my parents talk most about wanting to do. Luckily DH does not like it.... so he can stay with Luke/Emily. We also do the boatride- it is a big hit with my kids.

The Seas with Nemo and Friends- we still can't pass up the Nemo ride and enjoy Turtle Talk with Crush. My parents have not seen this pavillion since it was updated.


As for World Showcase....we like to make the masks at each country. I am considering a passport for Hannah-- you can buy those there???

We also love Gran Fiesta boatride in Mexico. I lost track of the number of rides the girls did last summer on this.

The American Adventure- I know that my parents and Doug want to do this... I will probably be entertaining kids.

Other misc stuff-

The fountains- we don't miss the opportunity to cool down!

The characters- we have always had fantastic luck seeing the characters around World Showcase. I hope we can catch Mulan this trip!

We will be dining at the Coral Reef this night for dinner.
I hope we can have lunch in the WS at a CS... I bet that my dh and dad will be at the Liberty Inn... but I want a taste of the world... and a drink from one of the countries too!
I am not sure when we will break this day... or perhaps we will last all day and leave immediately following dinner (doubtful). Not really set on this plan. We have a dinner at LeCellier planned later that trip, so we will return to EPCOT for a second day.

Here are some of the favorite EPCOT pics:

http://i195.photobucket.com/albums/z305/iluvxu/101_0337.jpg

http://i195.photobucket.com/albums/z305/iluvxu/101_0370-1.jpg

http://i195.photobucket.com/albums/z305/iluvxu/101_0360.jpg

and from the trip before

http://i195.photobucket.com/albums/z305/iluvxu/image329.jpg

http://i195.photobucket.com/albums/z305/iluvxu/image293.jpg

http://i195.photobucket.com/albums/z305/iluvxu/image306.jpg


All in all I am super excited to return to EPCOT! We always have great days as we travel around the world and soar!

[tinkgurl]

Aw that picture of the 3 of them looking out is adorable.

[shannon47142]

great Easter Bunny letter:thumbsup2
your epcot plans left me smiling and excited to see how the day actually goes!!
Have a great holiday weekend:goodvibes

[Charleston Princess]

Cute letter from the Easter Bunny! What a great idea to color code the eggs!

I just love seeing your photos from before -- that Character Connection interaction was just the best -- I remember that from last year on your TR!

Ahhh, Soarin' -- can you almost smell the oranges?

[DreaGirl]

I love the letter to the Easter Bunny. I'll have to remember that colors thing for next year. :)

I love EPCOT as well. I didn't think I would like it with A., but she loves it as well.

As for the CS, I love the Mexico counter service. I also like to get one of those ice/juice things in Japan. I can't remember the name though.

How did the haircuts go?

[IluvXU]

Gorgeous pictures of gorgeous children!!! :goodvibes


Kathy

You are too sweet!

Precious kids.
Pretty flowers.
Easter parties.
Life is good.
You are blessed!

You say it so simply.... but so true!

Good thing you checked! :thumbsup2

We had snow flurries yesterday -- crazy weather!

My brother was in ATL.... and said it was cold.... windy windy windy during their day sightseeing!


Wow! We just had cold and windy weather yesterday. This morning the temp was 36. :scared1: I'm glad I haven't planted anything yet.

Today was at least pretty!

[IluvXU]

We used to handle our egg hunt the same way: assigned colors. We still do it that way for Ian. Will you put the Disney Dollars inside the eggs? I didn't know whether I would try to fit them in eggs, or put little scraps of paper in eggs telling the kids to redeem them for Disney Dollars.:confused:


Glad you could use your gift cards to pay for the trip.:thumbsup2

I am putting them in... I just dug out some bigger eggs to stuff them in. They are only hunting for ten eggs each. They have two more hunts... with each set of grandparents, so they have lots of egg hunting left.

Aw that picture of the 3 of them looking out is adorable.


I love those type of pics... I try to get some every trip. My favorite ever is Hannah at 1.5 walking with DH down Main Street with her ears on. It will always be the favorite pic of mine. I should try to scan it in!

great Easter Bunny letter:thumbsup2
your epcot plans left me smiling and excited to see how the day actually goes!!
Have a great holiday weekend:goodvibes

Of all the days EPCOT makes me the most nervous. I am not sure how we will do it!

Cute letter from the Easter Bunny! What a great idea to color code the eggs!

I just love seeing your photos from before -- that Character Connection interaction was just the best -- I remember that from last year on your TR!

Ahhh, Soarin' -- can you almost smell the oranges?

I remember just being so tearful last year on Soarin'-- I love it so and it was the only biggie ride that I got to do! Just hearing the music on the CD takes me back!


I love the letter to the Easter Bunny. I'll have to remember that colors thing for next year. :)

I love EPCOT as well. I didn't think I would like it with A., but she loves it as well.

As for the CS, I love the Mexico counter service. I also like to get one of those ice/juice things in Japan. I can't remember the name though.

How did the haircuts go?

Cutting Emily's hair is a disaster... it is getting thicker but wild. I am trying to just keep it looking trimmed and short on purpose. Also I don't want bangs, so the front is unruly. Plus she is protesting having anyone help with anything... including her hair!

[wigdoutdismom]

You really are queen of the "back side" shots! I love the photos of the girls in tomorrow land and DTD playing in the fountains last year. I would love to see the one of Hannah in her Mickey ears!

[Charleston Princess]

My brother was in ATL.... and said it was cold.... windy windy windy during their day sightseeing!

Today was at least pretty!

It was cold and windy yesterday -- unseasonably so. Where did BIL and fam go for sightseeing?

Today was pretty here, too. It's supposed to storm again on Friday though.

I remember just being so tearful last year on Soarin'-- I love it so and it was the only biggie ride that I got to do! Just hearing the music on the CD takes me back!

I have the Soarin' music and listen to it anytime I need a pick-me-up!

[IluvXU]

Here is the picture!

http://i195.photobucket.com/albums/z305/iluvxu/picoutsideofframe.jpg


http://i195.photobucket.com/albums/z305/iluvxu/hannahwdw.jpg

I love the frame so I included it too!

[wigdoutdismom]

Oh my gosh, that is just waaaay tooooo cute!:cutie:

[DreaGirl]

What a sweet pic! I have that frame in my living room right now, love it.

I don't know what to do about A.'s hair. It isn't getting thicker, just curlier! I want to grow her bangs out, but I know it will be a disaster and I'm not sure I want to deal with it. :) I'm thinking of cutting it shorter in the back to control the wild mess of curls back there.

[tinkgurl]

http://i195.photobucket.com/albums/z305/iluvxu/picoutsideofframe.jpg

OMG, that's so cute!!

[KathyRN137]

What an amazing picture that is... no wonder its a favorite! :goodvibes

If Hannah is nervous about the loud noise in the TT queue, bring some squishy ear plugs for her to wear! :thumbsup2 They help Billy a lot!

I agree, Epcot is one park that has really grown on me, too!


Kathy

[lmillercrew]

You have done Epcot like we have done Epcot. This year I am looking forward to leaving for a while and enjoying the resort a little more. I can't believe how grown up your girls look after just a year! It's crazy how quickly they grow up.

[mylag1rl]

The Easter Bunny letter was very cute. The Epcot plans look good too. Epcot has also grown on my family. Our first few trips we didn't spend as much time there but now we really like it. Soarin is one of my top 3 rides, too.

Love the pics from your other trips. The one of DH and Hannah walking down Main St with the castle in the background is priceless.

[micandminforever]

[QUOTE=IluvXU;31247242][CENTER]Here is the picture!

http://i195.photobucket.com/albums/z305/iluvxu/picoutsideofframe.jpg


This picture says it all.

Your plans for Epcot sound wonderful. Epcot has become one of my favorites. My dh and I always plan two days at Epcot and two days at MK.

May you and your family have a Blessed Easter.

[IluvXU]

You really are queen of the "back side" shots! I love the photos of the girls in tomorrow land and DTD playing in the fountains last year. I would love to see the one of Hannah in her Mickey ears!

Thanks Anita! I try to catch them because I like them a lot!

It was cold and windy yesterday -- unseasonably so. Where did BIL and fam go for sightseeing?

Today was pretty here, too. It's supposed to storm again on Friday though.

I have the Soarin' music and listen to it anytime I need a pick-me-up!

They were visiting two sets of college friends- hit the World of Coke and some other stuff... they said it was crazy crowded.

Oh my gosh, that is just waaaay tooooo cute!:cutie:

Thanks!

What a sweet pic! I have that frame in my living room right now, love it.

I don't know what to do about A.'s hair. It isn't getting thicker, just curlier! I want to grow her bangs out, but I know it will be a disaster and I'm not sure I want to deal with it. :) I'm thinking of cutting it shorter in the back to control the wild mess of curls back there.

I think at least now Emily's hair looks like I planned it to be short.... I know what you mean about the bang thing... she has the starts of bangs barely so I am going to try to avoid it. Then we will see!


OMG, that's so cute!!
Thanks!

What an amazing picture that is... no wonder its a favorite! :goodvibes

If Hannah is nervous about the loud noise in the TT queue, bring some squishy ear plugs for her to wear! :thumbsup2 They help Billy a lot!

I agree, Epcot is one park that has really grown on me, too!


Kathy

I think we need to get some ear plugs for Wishes too.

You have done Epcot like we have done Epcot. This year I am looking forward to leaving for a while and enjoying the resort a little more. I can't believe how grown up your girls look after just a year! It's crazy how quickly they grow up.


It breaks my heart how big they have gotten.... and yet it is fun to watch them grow!

The Easter Bunny letter was very cute. The Epcot plans look good too. Epcot has also grown on my family. Our first few trips we didn't spend as much time there but now we really like it. Soarin is one of my top 3 rides, too.

Love the pics from your other trips. The one of DH and Hannah walking down Main St with the castle in the background is priceless.

Thanks! EPCOT seems to grow on Disney vets I think a lot!

[QUOTE=IluvXU;31247242][CENTER]Here is the picture!

http://i195.photobucket.com/albums/z305/iluvxu/picoutsideofframe.jpg


This picture says it all.

Your plans for Epcot sound wonderful. Epcot has become one of my favorites. My dh and I always plan two days at Epcot and two days at MK.

May you and your family have a Blessed Easter.

I hope your family has a wonderful Easter too!

So today we took a rode trip to Indianapolis to the Children's Museum. It was tons of fun.... but work! My mom went with me and my sister in law and her mom joined for extra hands help. We sure needed it... thankful we will outnumber my kids at WDW! Plus the had a hard time two hours in the car.... I cannot imagine a drive to FL!

[Charleston Princess]

So today we took a rode trip to Indianapolis to the Children's Museum. It was tons of fun.... but work! My mom went with me and my sister in law and her mom joined for extra hands help. We sure needed it... thankful we will outnumber my kids at WDW! Plus the had a hard time two hours in the car.... I cannot imagine a drive to FL!

I bet you are even more thankful that you are flying now! :thumbsup2

[dddisrunner]

Laura, I LOVED the update! The letter from the Easter Bunny is so sweet!:thumbsup2 All the pictures were so cute but I LOVED the one from the back of your DS and DD!!:goodvibes

[AlohaAnnie]

I really like the pic of your DH and DD walking toward the castle, I need to remember to get a few pics like this! too cute :cutie:

I like your plans for AK & Epcot, we did not think we would like Epcot as much as we do. MK & Epcot are our two favorites with DHS and AK coming in next.

I really like your plans. We are driving from Indiana to WDW also this year. In fact, I live about 25 minutes from the Indianapolis Childrens Museum and have been to Kings Island and Great Wolf Lodge in Ohio.

We are calling our driving our adventure.

Can't wait to hear more.

[IluvXU]

I bet you are even more thankful that you are flying now! :thumbsup2

You betcha! I would have spent the second half of our trip dreading the drive home!

Laura, I LOVED the update! The letter from the Easter Bunny is so sweet!:thumbsup2 All the pictures were so cute but I LOVED the one from the back of your DS and DD!!:goodvibes

Thanks Diane. Have a fantastic spring break... my is about over!

I really like the pic of your DH and DD walking toward the castle, I need to remember to get a few pics like this! too cute :cutie:

I like your plans for AK & Epcot, we did not think we would like Epcot as much as we do. MK & Epcot are our two favorites with DHS and AK coming in next.

I really like your plans. We are driving from Indiana to WDW also this year. In fact, I live about 25 minutes from the Indianapolis Childrens Museum and have been to Kings Island and Great Wolf Lodge in Ohio.

We are calling our driving our adventure.

Can't wait to hear more.

We I am sure will drive to WDW later... when the kids can handle it! We had fun in Indy-- and are excited that Kings Island opens next weekend!

[IluvXU]

So Monday we will be starting our countdown calendar- yea! We will be at 64 days! I can hardly believe it... it is actually going quick.

So after a week off... some thoughts I had:

I have to get our shirts made (we are doing a few iron ons)-- I hope to work on them this week or next

My sister in law is working on a project for the girls too... she is far more talented than me!

I need to finish paying off the trip... just waiting for gift cards

I need to check Disney visa points and gather $$ for the stroller rental

Double check our ADRs and Magical Express information

Buy an organizer for papers... and update my little tour book

I have started to take a look at the kids clothing. I feel pretty confident the kids have plenty of essentials.... yea!

I need to check my own clothing situation too!

I must admit I am proud I have not switched a single ADR or had true resort envy....we will see if I can make it another two months!

[sneadae]

Hello! I just wanted to say that I just finished reading your PTR. I am guessing you must be close to us...we are in Hamilton! It's funny, I think we were at the zoo the same day as your family.

I'll be following along! It's nice to know there are more Disney folks here in the area!!

:yay: :woohoo:

[KathyRN137]

I must admit I am proud I have not switched a single ADR or had true resort envy....we will see if I can make it another two months!




Amazing! I'm proud of you, too!! :thumbsup2

Kathy

[wigdoutdismom]

Wow, you are doing well, if you just spent a week off and haven't called Disney Dining one time!;)
I called three times last Saturday.......:confused3

[Charleston Princess]

You are doing good with not changing ADRs or having resort envy! :thumbsup2 I have managed to not call Disney this week either. :laughing:

[cjackearl]

:thumbsup2 for no resort or ADR envy! I've left mine alone too, although I have about 3 ADRs I need to cancel..:rolleyes1

Where did you find your iron ons?

I'm in desperate need for trip clothing, but I need to find time to go shopping ALONE, otherwise all my purchases seem to be for the kids.:sad2:

[Lady Lallie]

Good job on the no resort envy or ADR switching. I can't even imagine not switching my ADRs. :lmao: It's one of my favorite pre-trip pastimes. :rotfl2:

[MegansMom]

I'm all caught back up----love all the pictures you have shared!!! You guys sound REALLY set for Easter!!! I have everything ready for Meg's basket except a little candy. She is not much of a candy girl, so thankfully it will not take much to complete the basket! Your Epcot plans sound great!!!! Have a great Easter!

[IluvXU]

Hello! I just wanted to say that I just finished reading your PTR. I am guessing you must be close to us...we are in Hamilton! It's funny, I think we were at the zoo the same day as your family.

I'll be following along! It's nice to know there are more Disney folks here in the area!!

:yay: :woohoo:

Thanks for joining in! We went back to the zoo today..... we seem to love it in the spring, or actually anytime!

Amazing! I'm proud of you, too!! :thumbsup2

Kathy

Thanks... after posting that and reading what everyone wrote... I feel guilty!

Wow, you are doing well, if you just spent a week off and haven't called Disney Dining one time!;)
I called three times last Saturday.......:confused3


So what are you eyeing.... I am wishing I could see Remy.... and the girls watched Lady and the Tramp... and I thought Tony's would be fun! I would love to be windowside for the parade......

You are doing good with not changing ADRs or having resort envy! :thumbsup2 I have managed to not call Disney this week either. :laughing:

I know I am stuck with the resort... but I have two room only nights...but it would be a ton of work!

:thumbsup2 for no resort or ADR envy! I've left mine alone too, although I have about 3 ADRs I need to cancel..:rolleyes1

Where did you find your iron ons?

I'm in desperate need for trip clothing, but I need to find time to go shopping ALONE, otherwise all my purchases seem to be for the kids.:sad2:

My girlfriend had iron ons... now she needs to help me. I hope my summer shorts fit...I am hoping when I am done nursing a few more pounds will leave too!


Good job on the no resort envy or ADR switching. I can't even imagine not switching my ADRs. :lmao: It's one of my favorite pre-trip pastimes. :rotfl2:


Mine too... you are all making me think I need to call, at least change times, or do something!

I'm all caught back up----love all the pictures you have shared!!! You guys sound REALLY set for Easter!!! I have everything ready for Meg's basket except a little candy. She is not much of a candy girl, so thankfully it will not take much to complete the basket! Your Epcot plans sound great!!!! Have a great Easter!

Missed you Jen! Hope you had a fun Easter time with Megs!

[IluvXU]

Happy Easter!
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[micandminforever]

Happy Easter



The pictures are priceless. You have three beautiful children.

[wigdoutdismom]

What darling pictures, looks like a beautiful day!

Hoppy Easter! hop, hop.........

[Charleston Princess]

Adorable pictures! Happy Easter!

[White as Snow]

Oh my goodness, they are all SO cute! Only one thing equal to Easter and Christmas smiles........ DISNEY smiles!! :mickeyjum

Happy Easter!!

[IluvXU]

Happy Easter



The pictures are priceless. You have three beautiful children.

Thanks! It was a great Easter...a bit cold but sunny at least!

What darling pictures, looks like a beautiful day!


Hoppy Easter! hop, hop.........

It was a beautiful Saturday at the zoo!


Adorable pictures! Happy Easter!

You too Jackie...now back to the grind!

Oh my goodness, they are all SO cute! Only one thing equal to Easter and Christmas smiles........ DISNEY smiles!! :mickeyjum

Happy Easter!!

I am ready for those!

[IluvXU]

I will post some Easter pics... the hunt was a big hit and the girls have lots of Disney spending money, so they are super excited. Tomorrow morning they will start the calendar .... it hanging and ready! I am super excited to be at almost two months.... let the true countdown begin!:cool1::cool1::cool1::cool1:

[Charleston Princess]

Hope you have a wonderful first day back -- with lots of quiet, well-behaved children! :laughing: Now that spring break is behind us, the next stop is Disney World! :yay:

[MeMom]

Hope you have a wonderful first day back -- with lots of quiet, well-behaved children! :laughing: Now that spring break is behind us, the next stop is Disney World! :yay:

If you do have that kind of kids, could you let me borrow them for the rest of the year???? As soon as the weather starts getting warm here, our kids seem to check out for the duration! At least testing will be over at the end of next week.

Looking forward to joining all of you in your smaller countdowns, as we are still 100+ days out.

[lmillercrew]

Great picture of the kids sitting by the tulips. Glad to hear that you had a nice Easter.

[dddisrunner]

What beautiful pictures!! Your kiddos are SO precious! I hope your first day back is nice and calm!! Yay for starting your countdown!! We start ours tomorrow!;) I can't wait to see your Easter pics!:goodvibes

[IluvXU]

Hope you have a wonderful first day back -- with lots of quiet, well-behaved children! :laughing: Now that spring break is behind us, the next stop is Disney World! :yay:

My "one" did not feel good.. he was behaving so I knew he was sick- so he slept at the nurse!

If you do have that kind of kids, could you let me borrow them for the rest of the year???? As soon as the weather starts getting warm here, our kids seem to check out for the duration! At least testing will be over at the end of next week.

Looking forward to joining all of you in your smaller countdowns, as we are still 100+ days out.


I just subtract four days from our countdown calendar to get the days left to the end of the year!

Great picture of the kids sitting by the tulips. Glad to hear that you had a nice Easter.

Thanks... it was gloomy, rainy and cold today!

What beautiful pictures!! Your kiddos are SO precious! I hope your first day back is nice and calm!! Yay for starting your countdown!! We start ours tomorrow!;) I can't wait to see your Easter pics!:goodvibes

Thanks Diane!

[IluvXU]

So our calendar is pretty simple.... Paint Chip heads , eight rows of eight, or 8x8 or an array. (teacher in me). I wanted to do a chart with rows of seven, but a standard posterboard did not fit enough days (we were ready to start the countdown and had lots of things to write-- see next).... so 64 it is for our start day (it is an accident that it started the first day after spring break)

So we took our maps and listed out all the stuff we want to do at WDW. Then I wrote them all down on blank address labels. Then the girls attached the labels to the backs of the Mickey heads (warning we covered writing--- the backs were not blank, therefore the labels had to be used). Then they helped me to lay out the heads and tape them down.

Now Hannah reads (with some help) the back as we take off each day. Then she writes it in her notebook (a cute princess book she got for Easter) organized by parks. I love her getting her writing anytime I can.

Today's Thing we are looking forward to is.... swimming at the hotel

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[wigdoutdismom]

What a great idea! I may need to copy it :goodvibes Look at that little princess all happy and full of herself!

[Charleston Princess]

What a great idea to list the things you are looking forward to! Emily is too cute holding the Mickey head!!! You can just see her excitement!

We are looking forward to swimming at our hotel! You are going to love the Dig Site pool!

[Lady Lallie]

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That is the sweetest picture! :cutie:

What a great idea for an interactive countdown! :thumbsup2

[cjackearl]

Great idea. And Emily looks like she's just about ready to burst!:goodvibes What fun.

[shannon47142]

cool calendar idea!! Emily looks so precious:goodvibes

[lmillercrew]

Love the excitement on Emily's face!!!
We are about the same many days out as you!! Your idea for a countdown calendar confirms why you are a teacher!

[moparop]

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That might be the cutest photo on the planet! Em is just so cute I could squeeze her!!

I love countdown calendar idea. I bet between taking down the head and dreaming about the places you are going to, there is a lot of Disney talk in your house. My boys would love that! I wish we were planning a trip right now just so I could steal it. :giggles:

I hope the first day back after break was a smooth one!

[KathyRN137]

Love, Love, Love that picture, Laura!! :love:


Kathy

[IluvXU]

What a great idea! I may need to copy it :goodvibes Look at that little princess all happy and full of herself!

She is very full of herself! Bumm forehead and all- that is what happens when mommy goes back to work and daddy has the day off- a big old bruise that no one can explain!

What a great idea to list the things you are looking forward to! Emily is too cute holding the Mickey head!!! You can just see her excitement!

We are looking forward to swimming at our hotel! You are going to love the Dig Site pool!

I would love your pool--- zero entry! I hope the slide is a hit with my girls!

That is the sweetest picture! :cutie:

What a great idea for an interactive countdown! :thumbsup2

This way Emily can probably always take it down but Hannah has a job too!

Great idea. And Emily looks like she's just about ready to burst!:goodvibes What fun.

They know that we are getting closer now...

cool calendar idea!! Emily looks so precious:goodvibes

Thanks!

Love the excitement on Emily's face!!!
We are about the same many days out as you!! Your idea for a countdown calendar confirms why you are a teacher!

Either a teacher or a big nerd....probably both

That might be the cutest photo on the planet! Em is just so cute I could squeeze her!!

I love countdown calendar idea. I bet between taking down the head and dreaming about the places you are going to, there is a lot of Disney talk in your house. My boys would love that! I wish we were planning a trip right now just so I could steal it. :giggles:

I hope the first day back after break was a smooth one!

You had quite a day... congrats again on a princess:

Love, Love, Love that picture, Laura!! :love:


Kathy

Thanks Kathy!


I will get some Easter pics up later today....




Today our calendar piece reminds us we are looking forward to Storytime with Belle!

[dddisrunner]

Your countdown calendar is so cute! Ours looks very similar!;) That picture of Emily with the mickey head brought the hugest smile to my face!! Just Precious!! I love your "looking forward to" idea!:thumbsup2

[mylag1rl]

The picture of your 3 kids with the tulips is so cute.

Awwwww I just love the one of Emily, too. You can just feel the excitement of her holding that Mickey head. That was a great idea to make the calendar a fun reading and writing activity for Hannah.

[BrooklynnsMommy]

I have finally caught up with your report. I really hope to do a better job of staying updated while I'm on maternity leave, plus I will be able to live vicariously through your trip until ours arrives.

[Charleston Princess]

We've never done Storytime with Belle -- is it geared more towards little kids or all ages?

Here are some pictures (they are scanned so not the greatest quality) of that great CSR pool and the playground -- the slide was closed while we were there, but it looked like it would be neat.

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[IluvXU]

Your countdown calendar is so cute! Ours looks very similar!;) That picture of Emily with the mickey head brought the hugest smile to my face!! Just Precious!! I love your "looking forward to" idea!:thumbsup2

Thanks Diane! The mickey heads are just too colorful, cute and cheap to use!

The picture of your 3 kids with the tulips is so cute.

Awwwww I just love the one of Emily, too. You can just feel the excitement of her holding that Mickey head. That was a great idea to make the calendar a fun reading and writing activity for Hannah.

We are excited!

I have finally caught up with your report. I really hope to do a better job of staying updated while I'm on maternity leave, plus I will be able to live vicariously through your trip until ours arrives.

I am living through your mom's spring break trip pics... I love to see the pics in the morning when I get up. Enjoy every moment with your sweet girls.

We've never done Storytime with Belle -- is it geared more towards little kids or all ages?

Here are some pictures (they are scanned so not the greatest quality) of that great CSR pool and the playground -- the slide was closed while we were there, but it looked like it would be neat.

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Thanks Jackie for the pictures. Storytime with Belle is fun... it has "actors and actresses" from the audience which adds to its appeal... I think your family would like to see it once!

[IluvXU]

Today our calendar piece reminds us we are looking forward to Spectromagic!

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[wigdoutdismom]

Are you staying for "Wishes"?

[Charleston Princess]

There's nothing quite like Spectro on a warm, summer night! :goodvibes

[MeMom]

There's nothing quite like Spectro on a warm, summer night! :goodvibes

So true.
Hot, sticky, crowded...and wonderful!
We usually stake out a spot and one person goes and gets Casey's hot dogs and fries, and we pig out while we sit on the curb and wait for an amazing spectacle in sparkling lights! Just picture it now - the little glow light necklace and spinner toy carts roll by and you know the parade is right behind them. Can't wait until July!

Did you youtube this with the girls? I youtube it about once a month just to get a little warm summer night Spectro fix. I think that makes me an official Disney dork in just about any book. :upsidedow

[Happydog]

I will post some Easter pics... the hunt was a big hit and the girls have lots of Disney spending money, so they are super excited. Tomorrow morning they will start the calendar .... it hanging and ready! I am super excited to be at almost two months.... let the true countdown begin!:cool1::cool1::cool1::cool1:


Hi there! popcorn:: Just finished reading up after being gone! What cute cute cute pickies of your kiddos! I can't believe we are getting close, either! Can you believe it?!?!? That two month count down really makes it seem so close! It sounds like you had a great spring break that was relaxing! Did ya ever get to that laundry pile ??!! :rotfl: I have one now... after traveling for 10 days, the mound that was there before I left (folded) is being worn, and the pile I just made is getting folded this weekend!!!

I like your list of things to do for AK and Epcot. Did you say Emily may not like Its a Bug's Life? My 3 yr old did, which is why I wanted to say that --- the 3D thing was a little funny, and the stuff that "surprises" you, he got a kick out of (kept taking the glasses off!) I thought I had read you were not sure about it for her, or maybe Luke? RE Dinosaur, my 6 yr old was afraid of that ride... and he loves dinos. I was surprised. he kept his ears covered and head down "peeking" the whole time... Anyway, loved the fam pictures, too... catching up on 7 pages is a blur!

Oh very colorful countdown calendar! I am so jealous of all these countdown calendars b/c our trip is a secret!!! :rolleyes: And I think CSR looks like a great resort, we have never been there, but everything I read about it really suggests that is a good choice! :thumbsup2

Okay, off to catch up with CP! ;)

[Lady Lallie]

There is nothing like Spectromagic. I adore it! I have the music in my head now, it's making work a bit easier. :cloud9:

[Me&3]

WHAT GREAT EASTER PICS OF THE KIDS THEY ARE JUST TO CUTE:goodvibes. THEY JUST GROW TO FAST. IT SEEMS LIKE JUST YESTERDAY WE WERE READING YOUR TR WHEN YOU WERE EXPECTING LUKE.

[IluvXU]

Today we are looking forward to .....


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yes even on the hottest Florida days we must eat a Mickey Mouse ice cream bar!

[mylag1rl]

I love the daily countdown updates. We are doing a family vacation at the beach this summer so I will live vicariously thru my DISfriends pretrip and trip reports.

[IluvXU]

Are you staying for "Wishes"?


I am having major planning angst this trip. 7 days, with hoppers and I have lot of indecision. I will get to that soon. I do plan to see Wishes, but probably not the Spectro night... I will explain my thoughts .


There's nothing quite like Spectro on a warm, summer night! :goodvibes

I can just hum the music and close my eyes!

So true.
Hot, sticky, crowded...and wonderful!
We usually stake out a spot and one person goes and gets Casey's hot dogs and fries, and we pig out while we sit on the curb and wait for an amazing spectacle in sparkling lights! Just picture it now - the little glow light necklace and spinner toy carts roll by and you know the parade is right behind them. Can't wait until July!

Did you youtube this with the girls? I youtube it about once a month just to get a little warm summer night Spectro fix. I think that makes me an official Disney dork in just about any book. :upsidedow

We have watched it, and actually have it tape. I should force DH to get some of our video from WDW out and we can watch some. Maybe this weekend we can start to find it- I know we tape and then it disappears.

Hi there! popcorn:: Just finished reading up after being gone! What cute cute cute pickies of your kiddos! I can't believe we are getting close, either! Can you believe it?!?!? That two month count down really makes it seem so close! It sounds like you had a great spring break that was relaxing! Did ya ever get to that laundry pile ??!! :rotfl: I have one now... after traveling for 10 days, the mound that was there before I left (folded) is being worn, and the pile I just made is getting folded this weekend!!!

I like your list of things to do for AK and Epcot. Did you say Emily may not like Its a Bug's Life? My 3 yr old did, which is why I wanted to say that --- the 3D thing was a little funny, and the stuff that "surprises" you, he got a kick out of (kept taking the glasses off!) I thought I had read you were not sure about it for her, or maybe Luke? RE Dinosaur, my 6 yr old was afraid of that ride... and he loves dinos. I was surprised. he kept his ears covered and head down "peeking" the whole time... Anyway, loved the fam pictures, too... catching up on 7 pages is a blur!

Oh very colorful countdown calendar! I am so jealous of all these countdown calendars b/c our trip is a secret!!! :rolleyes: And I think CSR looks like a great resort, we have never been there, but everything I read about it really suggests that is a good choice! :thumbsup2

Okay, off to catch up with CP! ;)

First of all... I am back to laundry today- yikes!

Second thanks for the Bug's Life info. I think we will try her but then we have Luke, so who knows.

Third I am scared of Dinosaur... I hope I never ride it again, but will if the kids want to when they are big.

Finally-- I missed counting down last year with Hannah, so glad to be back at it!

There is nothing like Spectromagic. I adore it! I have the music in my head now, it's making work a bit easier. :cloud9:

I hummed it all the way to school I think today!

WHAT GREAT EASTER PICS OF THE KIDS THEY ARE JUST TO CUTE:goodvibes. THEY JUST GROW TO FAST. IT SEEMS LIKE JUST YESTERDAY WE WERE READING YOUR TR WHEN YOU WERE EXPECTING LUKE.


He is getting so big. It is crazy how fast they all grow.

I love the daily countdown updates. We are doing a family vacation at the beach this summer so I will live vicariously thru my DISfriends pretrip and trip reports.

Glad you enjoy. As I have pictures I hope to include them... but I doubt all days I have pics for.

[cjackearl]

I'm two days behind. I can't wait to have a positive Spectro experience this year. Last trip we got stuck and smashed like sardines in a can on a walkway in frontierland. It was seriously scary and awful, so this year we need to build some great Spectro memories.

Mickey ice cream is definitely worth the mess.:goodvibes

[Charleston Princess]

Mickey Bars -- shhh, but we haven't had those yet. :scared:

I should be taking notes -- you have already mentioned two things that I want to try now. ;)

[wigdoutdismom]

I had been taking some major flack in DIS chat for never having tried a Mickey Bar. I had one last month. I can totally understand why you guys are looking forward to them. They are wonderful!:goodvibes

[IluvXU]

I'm two days behind. I can't wait to have a positive Spectro experience this year. Last trip we got stuck and smashed like sardines in a can on a walkway in frontierland. It was seriously scary and awful, so this year we need to build some great Spectro memories.

Mickey ice cream is definitely worth the mess.:goodvibes

The girls love Spectro... I do too. My parents are not big parade people, but I think watching the girls experience things they will like different things too.

We actually saw Spectro twice, both MK nights. The first night we staked out early and had a great spot. Then the second night we got a spot towards the last minute and got some yummy cold treats to enjoy. I hope we see it twice this trip...

I love the Mickey bars... especially poolside where the drips and mess don't matter as much!

Mickey Bars -- shhh, but we haven't had those yet. :scared:

I should be taking notes -- you have already mentioned two things that I want to try now. ;)

JACKIE.... it is okay. :rotfl2:You have tried lots of yummy things I have not! I think unless you try these you think they are like every other ice cream bar dipped in chocolate. However I truly believe these are the best! Glad I can add to your planning fun!

I had been taking some major flack in DIS chat for never having tried a Mickey Bar. I had one last month. I can totally understand why you guys are looking forward to them. They are wonderful!:goodvibes

They just taste better... like many disney foods!

[IluvXU]

So I called WDW today.... to add our hoppers and pay for the rest of our trip. I think this will lead us to seeing some paperwork soon perhaps! I also transfered to Disney Dining--- but I did not make any changes, just time shopped around! I just can't believe my choices are settled....

[Charleston Princess]

I love the Mickey bars... especially poolside where the drips and mess don't matter as much!

JACKIE.... it is okay. :rotfl2:You have tried lots of yummy things I have not! I think unless you try these you think they are like every other ice cream bar dipped in chocolate. However I truly believe these are the best! Glad I can add to your planning fun!

They just taste better... like many disney foods!

Mickey bars poolside? Now there is a really great idea! :thumbsup2

So I called WDW today.... to add our hoppers and pay for the rest of our trip. I think this will lead us to seeing some paperwork soon perhaps! I also transfered to Disney Dining--- but I did not make any changes, just time shopped around! I just can't believe my choices are settled....

So your trip is paid off? Woo hoo!!! :woohoo: I still don't think they send us our documents until after the 45 day mark though -- we haven't gotten ours yet, but our 45 days is coming up on Wednesday.

[MeMom]

JACKIE.... it is okay. :rotfl2:You have tried lots of yummy things I have not! I think unless you try these you think they are like every other ice cream bar dipped in chocolate. However I truly believe these are the best! Glad I can add to your planning fun!

They just taste better... like many disney foods!

Mickey bars are definitely not the same as other ice cream bars. The chocolate is very chocolatey (made up, or real word?) and it is thicker than on other bars. That is the reality part that makes them different. The magical part is that you are eating them in Disney World. :goodvibes

If CP doesn't get a Mickey bar this time, we will probably be forced to dock her a few DIS points. She has had ample time to get this done, don't you think? ;)

Personally, I'm pulling for you not to lose points, CP, but I must say that those strawberry bars are super scrump-dilly-icious (real word, or made up?), too, so we'll have to be understanding if you go for one of those.

Oh, and don't forget frozen lemonades!

I hope you have a healthy Disney appetite. You're going to have a lot of ground to cover in the frozen treats department.

[Happydog]

Oh my, WHO can say "NO" to a Mickey Bar!!!!! :goodvibes

I'll take a box! ANYTHING in Disney tastes better. Too bad the calories couldn't "magically" disappear once you left the Magic Kingdom! :laughing:

So exciting to have your trip all finalized! I bet you are super excited to get your final Mickey Mail!!!! We just got our maps that I ordered online Too FUN! I had to hide them!

I also wanted to say that Spectro is one of my favorite Disney events, too.... it takes days for me to get that music out of my head. :)

[KathyRN137]

... I also transfered to Disney Dining--- but I did not make any changes, just time shopped around! I just can't believe my choices are settled....


Feels strange, doesn't it?? :lmao:


Kathy

[Charleston Princess]

I don't want to lose DIS points!!! :eek: I will eat a Mickey bar before the first full day is over! ;)

[IluvXU]

So today's countdown.... we are looking forward to the

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Jungle Cruise- corny jokes and all. Here is to hoping we have a great tour guide!

[IluvXU]

Mickey bars poolside? Now there is a really great idea! :thumbsup2

So your trip is paid off? Woo hoo!!! :woohoo: I still don't think they send us our documents until after the 45 day mark though -- we haven't gotten ours yet, but our 45 days is coming up on Wednesday.

I am a mean mom... I only do fun treats that melt like that in bathing suits!

Come on document!

Mickey bars are definitely not the same as other ice cream bars. The chocolate is very chocolatey (made up, or real word?) and it is thicker than on other bars. That is the reality part that makes them different. The magical part is that you are eating them in Disney World. :goodvibes

If CP doesn't get a Mickey bar this time, we will probably be forced to dock her a few DIS points. She has had ample time to get this done, don't you think? ;)

Personally, I'm pulling for you not to lose points, CP, but I must say that those strawberry bars are super scrump-dilly-icious (real word, or made up?), too, so we'll have to be understanding if you go for one of those.

Oh, and don't forget frozen lemonades!

I hope you have a healthy Disney appetite. You're going to have a lot of ground to cover in the frozen treats department.

Now do you mean frozen... rock frozen, or slushie like- I like the slushie ones a lot! Other than that give me chocolate!

Oh my, WHO can say "NO" to a Mickey Bar!!!!! :goodvibes

I'll take a box! ANYTHING in Disney tastes better. Too bad the calories couldn't "magically" disappear once you left the Magic Kingdom! :laughing:

So exciting to have your trip all finalized! I bet you are super excited to get your final Mickey Mail!!!! We just got our maps that I ordered online Too FUN! I had to hide them!

I also wanted to say that Spectro is one of my favorite Disney events, too.... it takes days for me to get that music out of my head. :)

"Anything in Disney tastes better" I might try that with getting the girls to eat vegetables in WDW- what do you think?

Feels strange, doesn't it?? :lmao:


Kathy

I am really thinking I cannot make it... I might have to change at least one ADR...

I don't want to lose DIS points!!! :eek: I will eat a Mickey bar before the first full day is over! ;)

We will hold you to it, and expect a picture of you by the AKL pool with it in hand!

[Charleston Princess]

I am a mean mom... I only do fun treats that melt like that in bathing suits!

Come on document!

We will hold you to it, and expect a picture of you by the AKL pool with it in hand!

It's a good idea -- I usually make Connor strip off his shirt at home, but that won't always work. :laughing:

As soon as I get mine, I will let you know, and you can gauge by that -- oh, how I hope it is soon!

I think promising to eat a Mickey Bar will be one of those fun obligations I have to fulfill! ;)

Jungle Cruise -- another must-do for us -- both during the day and at night. It just screams classic Disney to me!

[DreaGirl]

I am drooling over that Mickey Bar. We haven't let A. try one yet. I know, I'm mean.

We love the Jungle Cruise. The cornier the better is my philosophy. :)

[IluvXU]

It's a good idea -- I usually make Connor strip off his shirt at home, but that won't always work. :laughing:

As soon as I get mine, I will let you know, and you can gauge by that -- oh, how I hope it is soon!

I think promising to eat a Mickey Bar will be one of those fun obligations I have to fulfill! ;)

Jungle Cruise -- another must-do for us -- both during the day and at night. It just screams classic Disney to me!

You might have a list of spoilers that you have to answer for me... before we leave since there is a few days between our trips!

The Jungle cruise cracks me up since my silly girls last year still thought the animals were real, well especially Emily! I think I rode it record times last year with her....

I am drooling over that Mickey Bar. We haven't let A. try one yet. I know, I'm mean.

We love the Jungle Cruise. The cornier the better is my philosophy. :)

You are not mean, if I could keep the goodies out of my girl's hands I would. That particular picture is funny to me because Emily had a major meltdown since she wanted one then too, and my DH thought I was crazy for getting just one. I have a bad feeling Luke will be the one freaking out this summer... unfortunately he senses those ice cream treats and grabs and attacks.... I am doomed!

[IluvXU]

We are off to some outside fun today.... but I will post the next day's plans/thoughts later tonight, as well as the calendar piece. Our next day is MK- Day 1...I have two must dos for that day, hope they happen!

[Charleston Princess]

You might have a list of spoilers that you have to answer for me... before we leave since there is a few days between our trips!

The Jungle cruise cracks me up since my silly girls last year still thought the animals were real, well especially Emily! I think I rode it record times last year with her....


I will gladly answer any spoilers before you leave!

We are off to some outside fun today.... but I will post the next day's plans/thoughts later tonight, as well as the calendar piece. Our next day is MK- Day 1...I have two must dos for that day, hope they happen!

Have fun today! Looking forward to tonight's update!

[DreaGirl]

B. is the same way. He loves all food and wants whatever A. is eating.

Enjoy the sunshine day, we are headed for a day outdoors as well.

[dddisrunner]

Laura, I love the I looking forward to as part of your countdown and I have to admit that I totally stole your idea because I think it is a great way to get the kids involved in the trip!! The dreaded Mickey Bar LOVE them but what a mess!!! The pic. of your DH and Emily on the Jungle Cruise is so cute!!

[lmillercrew]

Hope you enjoyed your outside time! I love that the Mickey bar was "sweating" too! Sometimes you can't eat those fast enough before the ice cream is dripping out of the chocolate! Yummy yummy

[IluvXU]

I will gladly answer any spoilers before you leave!

Have fun today! Looking forward to tonight's update!

I will have a list going I am sure Jackie! I sure wish we were going a week earlier!

B. is the same way. He loves all food and wants whatever A. is eating.

Enjoy the sunshine day, we are headed for a day outdoors as well.

I let Luke eat a popcicle with me tonight... I am not a good mom. Both he and I were covered in cherry juice, but I think with his teeth he thought I was the best mom ever!

Laura, I love the I looking forward to as part of your countdown and I have to admit that I totally stole your idea because I think it is a great way to get the kids involved in the trip!! The dreaded Mickey Bar LOVE them but what a mess!!! The pic. of your DH and Emily on the Jungle Cruise is so cute!!

Imitation is the highest form of flattery... glad you liked it!

I agree Mickey Bar = wipes at quick reach


Hope you enjoyed your outside time! I love that the Mickey bar was "sweating" too! Sometimes you can't eat those fast enough before the ice cream is dripping out of the chocolate! Yummy yummy


We had a great day... we went to Kings Island for Opening Day, then to the Cincinnati Flower Show (that was just Luke, my mom and me) and then were outside the rest of the evening.

[IluvXU]

Today is our ticker says two months.... and today we took off 60......

and we are looking forward to


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Cinderella's Carousel

I could only dream of Mary being with us.....(to new readers this was on Hannah's actual 4th Birthday)

[Lady Lallie]

That is seriously one of the most magical moments I have read about. What an awesome encounter. :goodvibes

[wigdoutdismom]

Wouldn't it be great to do that again?

[IluvXU]

Saturday, June 20th

Magic Kingdom

For me that is Disney World. Up until that point I am having a great vacation, but there I am in a magical place unlike any other. I think that our Breakfast at O'Hana's is really my ploy to at least see the Castle before Saturday, our third park day!

MK is somewhat stressing me out in terms of planning. We have three mornings, two nights planned there. Our ADR for this day is Chef Mickey's for dinner.

There are four things on my must do list for this day:


1) Meet the Fairies-- I feel that if we can get this done the first MK day I will be much less stressed out. I know that my girls would love it, my sister in law has some fantastic pictures and I have loved many that I have seen on here too. Then once this is done no worries or planning how to get there.... so I want to knock it off the first day, right away!

2) Fantasyland- including Dumbo, Peter Pan, It's a Small World, Mickey's Philharmagic, Winnie the Pooh and Snow White. I think we are going to let Emily go on Snow White, I hope she is ready.

3) Fantasmic-- I never like to put it off in case of weather issues. We hopefully can see it this first night, and if we catch it again later it is an extra added bonus.

4) Splash Mountain--- this is my favorite WDW ride ( I struggled terribly to pick my top five on FB) and I so missed riding it last year. I cannot wait to go back to the Laughin' Place!



I am truly honest that if I can accomplish these three things for that first MK day I will be thrilled. By all means I hope to do more, but knocking this out would make day two and three fantastic!

My next MK day I will share more of the things that we hope to do!

Here are some favorite MK pics of years past

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[wigdoutdismom]

The girls and dad in the race car is sooo cute and of course I love the back shot in Tomorrowland.....
I agree, seeing the fairies first would be good to do.:goodvibes

[FairyGodmotherJen]

I finally caught up!!! It's amazing what you miss when you're away for a while. Your plans look great, and I think you'll all have a great time. I love the idea for the calendar - mind if I steal that for our trip next summer??? :)
I also can't wait to meet the fairies - DD will be almost nine then, though. I'm worried that I'm quickly running out of the little girl phase. But there's no way to fit a trip in this year, so I'm going to have to deal with it. Everyone says she's a carbon copy of me, and I still liked things like that until way after I probably should have, so I hope the "carbon copy" thing holds out.

I laughed when I heard about your Children's Museum trip. We were there a week before you to check out the Clone Wars exhibit - talk about crazy!!! Going during spring break is nuts. I agree that the more adults, the better. When the baby isn't happy sitting in the stroller anymore, we'll be in trouble. The great thing about being 20 minutes away and being season passholders is that we're able to go for two hours and then come home, knowing that we can see things again. Though, I'd give it up if we could trade them for APs at Disney...:rotfl:

[Charleston Princess]

I wish you were going a week earlier, too! :(

Mary Poppins and Hannah on the carousel -- I remember reading about that last year and thinking that was the coolest thing ever!!!

Ahhh, you posted my favorite picture of the girls at MK -- walking together in Tomorrowland.

From what I have read you should try and get to Pixie Hollow as soon as Toon Town opens -- that's our plan for our Wednesday morning. Chelsea and I want to meet Tink!

[White as Snow]

Yay for Em on Snow White! :banana: How well does she do with the other dark rides? I have to admit, the scene where the dwarves are chasing her up the cliff creeps ME out sometimes!

I hope you have a lot of moments this trip like Hannah getting to ride the carousel with Mary Poppins! pixiedust:

[IluvXU]

That is seriously one of the most magical moments I have read about. What an awesome encounter. :goodvibes


Of all the magical moments I think we have experienced at WDW the past two trips: Dream FPs at MK, our great EPCOT Character Connection Photo, opening ToonTown with Minnie, being a pilot on the Monorail, and being a Co-pliot on Dumbo... Mary Poppins and Hannah is my favorite too! She was just too super sweet and perfect in everyway!

Wouldn't it be great to do that again?

I would be happy with a touch of Pixie Dust, but just being there is that!

The girls and dad in the race car is sooo cute and of course I love the back shot in Tomorrowland.....
I agree, seeing the fairies first would be good to do.:goodvibes

I think I will spend the morning at the rope drop... and honestly I am okay with it....

I finally caught up!!! It's amazing what you miss when you're away for a while. Your plans look great, and I think you'll all have a great time. I love the idea for the calendar - mind if I steal that for our trip next summer??? :)
I also can't wait to meet the fairies - DD will be almost nine then, though. I'm worried that I'm quickly running out of the little girl phase. But there's no way to fit a trip in this year, so I'm going to have to deal with it. Everyone says she's a carbon copy of me, and I still liked things like that until way after I probably should have, so I hope the "carbon copy" thing holds out.

I laughed when I heard about your Children's Museum trip. We were there a week before you to check out the Clone Wars exhibit - talk about crazy!!! Going during spring break is nuts. I agree that the more adults, the better. When the baby isn't happy sitting in the stroller anymore, we'll be in trouble. The great thing about being 20 minutes away and being season passholders is that we're able to go for two hours and then come home, knowing that we can see things again. Though, I'd give it up if we could trade them for APs at Disney...:rotfl:

Steal away the calendar idea...

I love to get to Indy and go to the museum, you are lucky to have it so close... ours does not even come close!

I wish you were going a week earlier, too! :(

Mary Poppins and Hannah on the carousel -- I remember reading about that last year and thinking that was the coolest thing ever!!!

Ahhh, you posted my favorite picture of the girls at MK -- walking together in Tomorrowland.

From what I have read you should try and get to Pixie Hollow as soon as Toon Town opens -- that's our plan for our Wednesday morning. Chelsea and I want to meet Tink!

I keep reading up on that too... you might have to share some of that with me.... in my sneak peek of the report okay?

Yay for Em on Snow White! :banana: How well does she do with the other dark rides? I have to admit, the scene where the dwarves are chasing her up the cliff creeps ME out sometimes!

I hope you have a lot of moments this trip like Hannah getting to ride the carousel with Mary Poppins! pixiedust:

She is not a fan of the dark rides, but I think she is braver now. There is one at Kings Island she rides with no problem now. I think she will love it since she is like her sister and loves Snow White. We will do Peter Pan first though... no doubt

[IluvXU]

Sorry no picture.... today we are looking forward to riding.... Tower of Terror! It will be Hannah's first ride on it. Whiles someone will have to stay with Emily and Luke I hope we can use some child swap passes and get on it a couple of time!

BTW... I am a bit crazy, yesterday was 59 days, so today is 58!

[KathyRN137]

Would it sound strange if I sent pixiedust: for the early morning Pixie Encounter?? (!) Wow, I'm looking forward to those pictures!!

Kathy

[mylag1rl]

Great countdown updates ! I am just catching up after being away this weekend. DH and I went to a concert in Charlottesville this weekend.

I feel the same way about MK. I don't feel like I am in Disney until I see the castle and walk down main street. Hope you get to do all the things on your 1st day MK wishlist.

[BrooklynnsMommy]

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I love this photo! It is so precious.

[ladybugmom]

LOVE your pics and planning updates!! Your girls are just ADORABLE!! Quick question--where did you find that Belle costume for your youngest daughter? I'm looking for one for my youngest who will be 19 months old when we go next month. My oldest daughter has a Belle dress to wear for our Akershus princess breakfast and thought it would be cute if Claire had one as well. TIA!! princess:

[Charleston Princess]

I'll watch Luke and Em while you all ride Tower of Terror! :lmao:

[IluvXU]

Would it sound strange if I sent pixiedust: for the early morning Pixie Encounter?? (!) Wow, I'm looking forward to those pictures!!

Kathy

I think that Tink is my # thing I cannot wait for....I know that Hannah will be so excited, and in turn so will Em.

Great countdown updates ! I am just catching up after being away this weekend. DH and I went to a concert in Charlottesville this weekend.

I feel the same way about MK. I don't feel like I am in Disney until I see the castle and walk down main street. Hope you get to do all the things on your 1st day MK wishlist.

Seeing MK for the first time and leaving it the last time get me every visit!

I love this photo! It is so precious.

It won't be long until you have two little princesses walking the world together. Sister love is awfully sweet to watch!

LOVE your pics and planning updates!! Your girls are just ADORABLE!! Quick question--where did you find that Belle costume for your youngest daughter? I'm looking for one for my youngest who will be 19 months old when we go next month. My oldest daughter has a Belle dress to wear for our Akershus princess breakfast and thought it would be cute if Claire had one as well. TIA!! princess:

It was through Disney shopping, we got the smallest size and pinned the bottom to hem it up....

I'll watch Luke and Em while you all ride Tower of Terror! :lmao:

Just extend your trip... no problem with that right?

[IluvXU]

Today we are looking forward to ....

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Finding Nemo!

[Charleston Princess]

Ahhh, I bet the girls love finding Nemo, and I have no problem extending my trip LOL!

[wigdoutdismom]

Will you go and visit Crush?

[dddisrunner]

I LOVE your updates Laura, they always make me smile!! I remember that picture of Hannah with Mary Poppins! What a PRECIOUS memory! I truly hope you get to see the fairies first thing!! Yay for Hannah on Tower of Terror and Emily for attempting Snow White!! We are not huge Nemo fans, but the boys LOVE Crush!!:goodvibes

[moparop]

Nemo is a favorite here too! The look on Em's face in that photo is priceless!

[IluvXU]

Ahhh, I bet the girls love finding Nemo, and I have no problem extending my trip LOL!

Em has not shown to be a fan of dark rides.... she is probably going to be fine this year, since she thinks she is ten these days.... no fear! In my house age three is much harder than two.

Will you go and visit Crush?

It is another day I think.....

I LOVE your updates Laura, they always make me smile!! I remember that picture of Hannah with Mary Poppins! What a PRECIOUS memory! I truly hope you get to see the fairies first thing!! Yay for Hannah on Tower of Terror and Emily for attempting Snow White!! We are not huge Nemo fans, but the boys LOVE Crush!!:goodvibes

Thanks Diane, I still think of your chefs at the Land and think about how I miss that... Hannah loved that and Emily would too.

Nemo is a favorite here too! The look on Em's face in that photo is priceless!

We got a new Disney puzzle set and Nemo is one... appropriate for today's reveal!

BTW... does 3.0 have a name?

[KathyRN137]

... In my house age three is much harder than two.


I've always found that to be so!! ::yes::

So close... what's the WDW weather forcast look like, Laura??


Kathy

[Lady Lallie]

Em looks so cute in the Nemo picture. :goodvibes

[moparop]

In my house age three is much harder than two.
Here too! And we are only 3 weeks in... :rolleyes:


BTW... does 3.0 have a name?

She sure doesn't! And at the rate we are going picking a name... she might not have one until the day she comes out. :lmao: DH and I look through baby name books/websites at least once a week and there really aren't even a few that are standing out. Hopefully, we can even just get to 5 we are really fond of and start narrowing from there.

[tinkgurl]

I love Nemo- both the ride and the show! My little guy is hooked on the movie so I can't wait to take him to these things. Have you done Turtle Talk with Crush? Does it keep their attention good?

[MeMom]

Here too! And we are only 3 weeks in... :rolleyes:


She sure doesn't! And at the rate we are going picking a name... she might not have one until the day she comes out. :lmao: DH and I look through baby name books/websites at least once a week and there really aren't even a few that are standing out. Hopefully, we can even just get to 5 we are really fond of and start narrowing from there.


You better get this sweet little Mopette a name! :cutie:
Will you use either of your names as a middle name? Jill gave her middle name, Marie, to Bella. I liked that.

Nemo is Brooklynn's absolute favorite at Epcot, and one of her top five of all. She loves Nemo. When I went in March, I brought her back (for her Easter present) a Nemo bucket, the Nemo Musical CD, and a Nemo purse. She loves singing Big Blue World.

Isn't it fun to talk to the girls about what they're going to be doing very soon?!?!? I'm excited, and I'm not even going on your trip. :upsidedow

You should have a Nemo party with them this weekend!

[IluvXU]

I've always found that to be so!! ::yes::

So close... what's the WDW weather forcast look like, Laura??


Kathy

Ha ha... the weather is cold here.... only in the 40s.... but we should go up to 80 by the weekend, I just want consistant weather, say 60s. Everyone has colds due to the crazy weather in my house.

Em looks so cute in the Nemo picture. :goodvibes

Thanks... she typically is cute in pics, it is Hannah that is hard.

Here too! And we are only 3 weeks in... :rolleyes:

She sure doesn't! And at the rate we are going picking a name... she might not have one until the day she comes out. :lmao: DH and I look through baby name books/websites at least once a week and there really aren't even a few that are standing out. Hopefully, we can even just get to 5 we are really fond of and start narrowing from there.


Luke was my only easy name. I loved it the first pregnancy- I had a student named Luke that I adored....it just took three babies. But it was weird for me to call him that before he came, since we never knew what we were having before. Hannah was the hours before decided (it was my choice and DH felt terrible for me) and Emily was DH's name the day of (I was sure it was a boy so I agreed)

I love Nemo- both the ride and the show! My little guy is hooked on the movie so I can't wait to take him to these things. Have you done Turtle Talk with Crush? Does it keep their attention good?

Hannah has enjoyed Crush.... Emily is getting there. I think she will this year.

You better get this sweet little Mopette a name! :cutie:
Will you use either of your names as a middle name? Jill gave her middle name, Marie, to Bella. I liked that.

Nemo is Brooklynn's absolute favorite at Epcot, and one of her top five of all. She loves Nemo. When I went in March, I brought her back (for her Easter present) a Nemo bucket, the Nemo Musical CD, and a Nemo purse. She loves singing Big Blue World.

Isn't it fun to talk to the girls about what they're going to be doing very soon?!?!? I'm excited, and I'm not even going on your trip. :upsidedow

You should have a Nemo party with them this weekend!

I sing Big Blue World a lot when I think of Nemo or that ride... it stuck in my head last trip. Emily and I were talking about it last night...she says the sharks are what scares her on that ride. She is a funny one, that Em.

I am thinking about having a party- maybe at one month out. Go find some Disney treats to eat, (we have tons of princess plates from birthdays and COSTCO sold a set last year). If I do I will take pics... maybe use Jackie's sundaes and some of the fun things I have seen at your parties....

[IluvXU]

Today.... 56 days till Disney we are looking forward to riding Snow White's Scary Adventure.

Since I don't have ride pics.... Snow White will do right?

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Hannah is a big fan, and Em is super brave (any kid who takes shots like she does and is not afraid of surgery should handle it right?)

BTW... she is still afraid of characters. She stopped dead in her tracks when she saw Dora at Kings Island this weekend. I thought she would be done with that.... so we will see if she warms to Mickey and friends this trip.

[shannon47142]

what a fun countdown--not just for you and your family, but for us readers too!!:cool1:
your picture choices are awesome!!

[tinkgurl]

I'm sorry, I'm having a brain fart and should be working on a paper.......but :rolleyes1 what day are you getting to WDW again?

[cjackearl]

I've debated the Snow White ride. Not too scary for your girls? Maybe we'll give it a shot.

[Charleston Princess]

Em liked the face characters last year, right? Hopefully she will enjoy meeting Mickey and the gang!

[dddisrunner]

As usual such cute pictures!! That is funny that Em smiles no problem but Hannah doesn't! It is the opposite in my house, the oldest is fine the youngest well.......not so much! Off topic but I am stressing over my MK plans because of Space being closed! I am not sure if we should do Frontierland 1st or still do tomorrowland?:confused3

[IluvXU]

what a fun countdown--not just for you and your family, but for us readers too!!:cool1:
your picture choices are awesome!!

When I did the calendar, I did not intend to include it in my trip report.... but I guess it is fun!

I'm sorry, I'm having a brain fart and should be working on a paper.......but :rolleyes1 what day are you getting to WDW again?

June 16th!

I've debated the Snow White ride. Not too scary for your girls? Maybe we'll give it a shot.

Hannah has no fear of it, she loves it because it is her favorite princess. If Emily wants to do it I will certainly give it a try. I will just remind her how Snow White ends... that is what we did the first time with Hannah.

Em liked the face characters last year, right? Hopefully she will enjoy meeting Mickey and the gang!

It took her a day or two. By the end she was fine, except with Goofy---he is tall and big to her.

As usual such cute pictures!! That is funny that Em smiles no problem but Hannah doesn't! It is the opposite in my house, the oldest is fine the youngest well.......not so much! Off topic but I am stressing over my MK plans because of Space being closed! I am not sure if we should do Frontierland 1st or still do tomorrowland?:confused3

Emily is always good for pics.... sometimes I feel bad because I sort for good ones of Hannah and sacrifice the best Emily pictures in the process.

That is tough Diane. We don't go to those first, but we have little ones. I think I would just do one first one morning, the other the second day.... you have lots of days to get things done!

[tinkgurl]

June 16th!

haha, okay thanks! :)

[IluvXU]

Today we are looking forward to

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The Crystal Palace.

I missed eating there last trip, and this time we are trying a before the park opens breakfast! We have never had breakfast there, I sure like dinner but the idea of being on an empty Main Street has me wanting to give it a try!


Today I also did a bit of planning. I bought a journal to write down the trip report notes, an organizer for paperwork and Disney info, and decided not to make shirts (at least I think so) but rather the girls are going to have something else made-- dresses! My sister in law is making Tink dresses for both, and then an Ariel for Emily and a princess for Hannah. She tried them out tonight, and they were super cute. This is such a treat... she found some smocked fabric at JoAnn's and called me... I said of course I would love dresses! Pretty dresses and hair bows... what lucky girls they are to have an aunt that is talented!

[DreaGirl]

CP is our favorite for breakfast. The food is really good and it doesn't hurt that you walk down an almost empty Main Street to get there.

So lucky to get dresses made!! I wish I could sew.

[cjackearl]

We're looking forward to this one too! I think our ADRs are for the same day, close to the same time, so if you see us, say "hi.":)

[Me&3]

I can't wait to see these dresses I am very excited. But what does little Luke get to wear? Maybe he can be Prince Charming:goodvibes.

[Charleston Princess]

Crystal Palace's breakfast is AMAZING! You will love it!

Oh, those dresses are going to be precious!!!

[MeMom]

We had out first day dinner at Crystal Palace last year, and we'll be doing the same again this year. The food and character interaction were both great!

The dresses will be great for the girls! I look forward to seeing them in pictures.

I hope you are better at keeping up with your journal than I ever am. I always have good intentions, and I get off to a decent start, but I fail to keep up with it. I take times here and there to write, but in the end, I use my pictures to spark my memory for the most part. I know I miss a lot of details by not keeping up with the writing.

[dddisrunner]

Oh Laura, you will LOVE the Crystal Palace breakfast...the food is pretty good but there is something SO magical about walking into the MK and down Main Strret without a herd around you! Just remember to soak it all in and take lots of pictures!!:goodvibes

[IluvXU]

Today we are looking forward to something new.... something we have never seen... something I am hoping hard to catch.....
(therefore no pictures- sorry!)
Mickey's Jammin' Jungle Parade at AK!

We love parades, we loved MGM's Cars and Stars, so I think this will be a hit too!

[Lady Lallie]

Today we are looking forward to something new.... something we have never seen... something I am hoping hard to catch.....
(therefore no pictures- sorry!)
Mickey's Jammin' Jungle Parade at AK!

We love parades, we loved MGM's Cars and Stars, so I think this will be a hit too!


I really want to see this too! It looks like a really fun parade to watch. :thumbsup2

[mylag1rl]

Love the CP pics ... can 't wait to see the girls' dresses.