Dragging a grumpy DH back to the World ~ Single Digits!!

[WDWRocksMySocks]

I just realized...we leave in 37 days!!!!!!!!!!!! Holy crap, I have been so busy I didn't even realize we are in the 30s. CRAZY!!! A week from today I can officially begin saying, "This time next month we'll be in WDW!" :rotfl: This drives Aaron nuts, so you can bet I'll be doing it at least 3x a week. Muwahaha.

Btw, my BFF's baby is due Wednesday and my sister's due in about two weeks. I'm also going to Holiday World (http://www.holidayworld.com/) (a theme park in southern Indiana) on August 1 and the Keith Urban concert on August 15. Lots of stuff going on! I'm really excited for the next few weeks to come. :yay:

[Lynn5700]

YAY for 37 days!! Tim is OCD with pins too lol.

That is great news about Erik!!

[lizet313]

Both very good news :cool1::cool1:

[WDWRocksMySocks]

YAY for 37 days!! Tim is OCD with pins too lol.

That is great news about Erik!!

LOL! I have a feeling Tim and I would get along pretty well.

Thanks!! I'm hoping this new procedure works permanently. :goodvibes

Both very good news :cool1::cool1:

Thanks! :hug:

[lisalonglash]

Wonderful news about Erik!!! Sending prayers for a continuing recovery! :wizard:

Woohooo for your low, low, LOW ticker! :banana::cheer2::woohoo:

[wdwgirl03]

Ah, ok...I guess I got confused (which is VERY easy). That's so cool you got to ride it during the previews. Sounds like fun!! What's your highest score on there?

Hmm, that is a good question, I don't really remember what my highest score was! All I know is that on our trip in Dec. I was riding with some guy and I kept glancing at his score because I really wanted to beat him. He ended up pulling out the victory at the last second. :mad::laughing:

August is just around the corner...our trips are going to be here so soon!

[annnewjerz]

So glad to hear that everything is going smoothly with Erik so far :grouphug:

37 days?! Where does the time go??? Before you know it, it'll be the week you leave. You must be so excited to get going and be in WDW already. I know I'm excited and I'm still 3 days away from my ADR date :hyper: :hyper:

[TxRabbit]

Thanks so much everyone for the prayers! :hug: We all really appreciate it! The doctor wasn't able to perform the surgery the way he originally planned because the pressure was higher than they thought. However, they did this experimental surgery procedure they think might help relieve some of it. The don't how long this will hold off the pressure build up, but it did temporarily fix it. He's also on several different meds to help with the pressure build up. So far, so good!

THANK GOODNESS!!! We don't know what the future will hold for his vision, but for now he can see out of that eye. We are just so relieved that he's been blessed with this small miracle right now. He deserved it! Thanks again for all your thoughts and prayers. :grouphug:
Such wonderful news! I haven't been posting, I'm just trying to keep up with my TR and the home improvement projects are taking over right now! But I read and prayed. I'm so thankful that it went well. :goodvibes:

[debraW76]

My oldest nephew, Erik (age 9), went in for surgery this afternoon to relieve severe pressure on his eye. A bit of back story -- Erik was has Congenital Glaucoma. Over his short life, he's had over 40 eye operations. He has zero vision in his left eye and some vision in his right "good" eye. He had a tube placed in his eye to help alleviate some of the pressure. Recently, it's has started to build up to severe levels. He's in surgery now, and they don't know if they'll be able to save his "good" eye. Which means, he will be completely blind.

I just hate to see him go through this. He's so young! I know losing your vision is not a death sentence by any means. But still, the thought of being completely blind before you're ten years old?? It's hard to even comprehend.Oh no! :hug: Will def pray for him. Please keep us updated.

I just realized...we leave in 37 days!!!!!!!!!!!! Holy crap, I have been so busy I didn't even realize we are in the 30s. CRAZY!!! A week from today I can officially begin saying, "This time next month we'll be in WDW!" :rotfl: This drives Aaron nuts, so you can bet I'll be doing it at least 3x a week. Muwahaha.

Btw, my BFF's baby is due Wednesday and my sister's due in about two weeks. I'm also going to Holiday World (http://www.holidayworld.com/) (a theme park in southern Indiana) on August 1 and the Keith Urban concert on August 15. Lots of stuff going on! I'm really excited for the next few weeks to come. :yay:

Woo Hoo for 37 days!! You are getting so close. I am tempted to pack my bags and sneak down there with you :laughing: Sounds like you have a busy month until you go.

If you are still looking for baby shower ideas... my MIL took a new potty chair, washed it, and served punch in it :rotfl2: It was hysterical. If that sounds too yucky you could do a clean baby bathtup or something.

[WDWRocksMySocks]

Wonderful news about Erik!!! Sending prayers for a continuing recovery! :wizard:

Woohooo for your low, low, LOW ticker! :banana::cheer2::woohoo:

Thanks!! :hug:

I know!! I can't believe it's almost under a month. I'm amazed how quickly this countdown has went. Watch, the last few weeks will just drag.

Hmm, that is a good question, I don't really remember what my highest score was! All I know is that on our trip in Dec. I was riding with some guy and I kept glancing at his score because I really wanted to beat him. He ended up pulling out the victory at the last second. :mad::laughing:

August is just around the corner...our trips are going to be here so soon!

Ha! I always try to steal a glance at other peoples scores in hopes I'm beating them. I tell myself I'm not a competitive person but I totally am. I'm determined to beat Aaron when we go. I'm sure I won't b/c he's usually good at all that kind of stuff. :sad2:

I know!! You'll be in WDW this time next month. CRAZY!!!!! :dance3:

So glad to hear that everything is going smoothly with Erik so far :grouphug:

37 days?! Where does the time go??? Before you know it, it'll be the week you leave. You must be so excited to get going and be in WDW already. I know I'm excited and I'm still 3 days away from my ADR date :hyper: :hyper:

Thanks! :hug:

I know!! It's crazy how fast it has went. I just hope that our trip goes nice and slow. Btw, how'd your ADRs go? Did you make them online?

Such wonderful news! I haven't been posting, I'm just trying to keep up with my TR and the home improvement projects are taking over right now! But I read and prayed. I'm so thankful that it went well. :goodvibes:

Thank you! :hug:

How goes all the home improvement? Have any pictures?

Oh no! :hug: Will def pray for him. Please keep us updated.

Woo Hoo for 37 days!! You are getting so close. I am tempted to pack my bags and sneak down there with you :laughing: Sounds like you have a busy month until you go.

If you are still looking for baby shower ideas... my MIL took a new potty chair, washed it, and served punch in it :rotfl2: It was hysterical. If that sounds too yucky you could do a clean baby bathtup or something.

Thank you! :hug:

Ha! The more the merrier. You can sleep on the pull-out sofa. I'm hoping that with all the other things we have coming up that I'll be so busy I won't focus on how many days we have left. I'm not a patient person and get really antsy when counting down for a trip. I think I annoy everyone around me w/..."Guess where we'll be this time in [insert number of days here]!" :lmao::rotfl2:

I was cracking up when I read about the potty chair punch bowl. That is hilarious!! I told my mom about it and she was not amused. :sad2: I so would've done it though, if they had let me.

[WDWRocksMySocks]

Wow, I have been so neglectful of this thing lately. SAD! Even more sad since our trip is only 25 days away!!!! :yay:

I've been pretty busy with with a lot of different things this past week or so:

Quilting!!
My BFF is expecting a little girl. In fact, she's officially a week overdue. :scared: I decided to venture into the quilting world (no easy fete -- I am NOT creative) and make something special for her little girl. Her nursery colors are black and white. I decided to use black, white and an accent of hot pink. My sister helped me along, but I did 95% of the work all by myself! :woohoo: The best part is, I was able to keep my big mouth shut and sent it off as a surprise. I really hope they love it, b/c I'm quite proud of it!

http://i129.photobucket.com/albums/p228/kmphilli/June2009238.jpg

Baby Shower
My sister's baby shower was a success! I wound up only doing the Price is Right game, but people seemed to enjoy it. We had a great turn out and she received some really nice things. The best thing, probably this Uppa stroller. It even made me have stroller envy!

http://i129.photobucket.com/albums/p228/kmphilli/June2009223.jpg

My niece was born!!
My sister had her baby!!!!! Maya Marie was born last night (July 27) at 6pm. She was 8lb 4oz and 19.5" long. She is absolutely gorgeous!!! Everything went very smoothly and everyone is doing great. :goodvibes

http://i129.photobucket.com/albums/p228/kmphilli/June2009347.jpg

http://photos-f.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc1/hs142.snc1/5256_944175707219_6852884_52750581_3525787_n.jpg

http://photos-b.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc1/hs142.snc1/5256_944175662309_6852884_52750577_1793940_n.jpg

http://i129.photobucket.com/albums/p228/kmphilli/June2009291.jpg

[annnewjerz]

Great update. The quilt (and your new DN) is so cute. I tried knitting once, it didn't work out so well so now I leave it to my aunt and grandmother. :thumbsup2

I can't believe your trip is so close. Do you have any loose ends to still wrap up, or are you pretty much all set?

[wdwgirl03]

Awww, congrats on your niece! Babies are so cute. :goodvibes:goodvibes

Only 25 days to go until your trip...ahh we're going to be there so soon!

[Lynn5700]

Hey Kirsten!!! Congrats on your new baby neice!!!! LOVE the quilt!!!!!!!

25 MORE DAYS!!! EEEEEKKKKKKK!!!!!!

[lisalonglash]

Wow, you did an INCREDIBLE job on that quilt! :worship: What a gorgeous recipient of your quilt - she's a gorgeous little princess: Congratulations, Auntie!!! :hug:

[tinkgurl]

Wow, that quilt is amazing! Great job on it!

Aw..the baby is adorable! Congrats on being an Aunt! :cutie:

[Beka]

LOVE the quilt! It's another thing I have on my list to learn how to do when I'm out of nursing school.

[WDWRocksMySocks]

Great update. The quilt (and your new DN) is so cute. I tried knitting once, it didn't work out so well so now I leave it to my aunt and grandmother. :thumbsup2

I can't believe your trip is so close. Do you have any loose ends to still wrap up, or are you pretty much all set?

Thanks! I liked quilting far more than I anticipated. Generally, I try things like that and fail miserably. But, this was actually quite therapeutic and relaxing. I only cursed a handful of times -- quilting must agree with me! :lmao:

I know!!! :hyper: I do have several things I want to wrap up -- primarily our itinerary. I still haven't really finished it. I saw where they adjusted the hours to early August, so I'm hoping they lengthen late August too. Hopefully, I'll post my new itinerary on here today. :goodvibes

Awww, congrats on your niece! Babies are so cute. :goodvibes:goodvibes

Only 25 days to go until your trip...ahh we're going to be there so soon!

Thank you!! Don't you just love babies? The only negative thing -- I now have serious baby fever!! I can't wait to have one of my own...even after I saw the aftermath of the birthing process. :scared:

You only have three left on your ticker!!! :yay: :woohoo: :dance3: We'll be there before you know it. I'm getting so excited!!!!!!!!

Hey Kirsten!!! Congrats on your new baby neice!!!! LOVE the quilt!!!!!!!

25 MORE DAYS!!! EEEEEKKKKKKK!!!!!!

Hey Lynn!! How are you? Thanks so much -- I'm completely in love w/ her already. She is so cute!!

I know!!!!!!! I'm so ready to go. Well, actually...not so much. I had this urge to pull out my suitcase and start packing. You should've seen Aaron's face. :rotfl: I also need to start organizing all my pins, too. How does Tim travel with his traders? He uses a binder, right?

Wow, you did an INCREDIBLE job on that quilt! :worship: What a gorgeous recipient of your quilt - she's a gorgeous little princess: Congratulations, Auntie!!! :hug:

Thanks Lisa!! Yeah, she really is a princess -- spoiled rotten already. She's the only girl. She has FOUR brothers. The poor thing will never be able to date. :laughing:

How's your mom and grandpa doing, btw?

Wow, that quilt is amazing! Great job on it!

Aw..the baby is adorable! Congrats on being an Aunt! :cutie:

Thank you!! I was really excited how it turned out. I hope my BFF likes it.

I love being an aunt!! It's great b/c I get to spoil her rotten and then send her back to her parents. :rolleyes1 It's great!!

LOVE the quilt! It's another thing I have on my list to learn how to do when I'm out of nursing school.

Thanks!! I had always wanted to learn, and my sister had taught herself so she helped me. It was a lot of fun and pretty relaxing really. I cheated and used a sewing machine. I couldn't imagine doing all that by hand. :scared: The hardest part was cutting everything out in a semi-accurate way. That was seriously a PAIN! But otherwise, it as a lot of fun experience.

[Lynn5700]

HAHA I had my stuff off to the side ready to be packed in my suitcase like amonth before lol!

We carried our pins in our pin trading books, and in baggies for the ones we were going to trade. We had a carry on just for pins!!!!! LOL. Security in Philly airport thought we were nuts lol.

[WDWRocksMySocks]

HAHA I had my stuff off to the side ready to be packed in my suitcase like amonth before lol!

We carried our pins in our pin trading books, and in baggies for the ones we were going to trade. We had a carry on just for pins!!!!! LOL. Security in Philly airport thought we were nuts lol.

HA! I knew you'd understand my need for packing three weeks in advance. :laughing: I've already put aside a lot of things that I want to pack. I can't wait to officially start packing. I'm such a nerd.

I love you had a separate carry-on just for pins. I was so nervous the first time I traveled w/ them. The airport security people thought they were some sort of weapon and they scanned my bag three times. I had this horrified look on my face and yelled out, "No! Not my pins!!!" :rolleyes1 They thought it was hysterical.

[WDWRocksMySocks]

After spending several hours at work obsessing over park hours, trolling Tour Guide Mike, checking (and rechecking) Touring Plans I have FINALLY made our itinerary. Overall, I'm quite pleased. However, I'm concerned about doing CM on Thursday and then heading over to AK. I tried to see if I could change my ADR to Wednesday, but I can't. Boo!! Tell me what you guys think.

Sunday, August 23
Arrive MCO at 1:50pm
Check-in to VWL
Grab snack at Roaring Forks
Hit the pool
Head to DTD
Dinner at Carrabba's

Monday, August 24
AM -- MK
PM – DHS (evening EMH)

Tuesday, August 25
AM – AK
PM – DHS
ADRs – Boma (breakfast, 7:35am), Whispering Canyon Café (dinner, 9pm)

Wednesday, August 26
All day - MK

Thursday, August 27
AM – AK
PM – Epcot
ADRs – Chef Mickey’s (breakfast, 7:25am)

Friday, August 28
I think we might try to go to Universal this day. :woohoo:

If we don't do that, then we'd do this:
AM - DHS
PM - AK & MK

Saturday, August 29
We have to be at MCO by 8am. SAD!!!

[annnewjerz]

After spending several hours at work obsessing over park hours, trolling Tour Guide Mike, checking (and rechecking) Touring Plans I have FINALLY made our itinerary. Overall, I'm quite pleased. However, I'm concerned about doing CM on Thursday and then heading over to AK. I tried to see if I could change my ADR to Wednesday, but I can't. Boo!! Tell me what you guys think.

Sunday, August 23
Arrive MCO at 1:50pm
Check-in to VWL
Grab snack at Roaring Forks
Hit the pool
Head to DTD
Dinner at Carrabba's

Monday, August 24
AM -- MK
PM – DHS (evening EMH)

Tuesday, August 25
AM – AK
PM – DHS
ADRs – Boma (breakfast, 7:35am), Whispering Canyon Café (dinner, 9pm)

Wednesday, August 26
All day - MK

Thursday, August 27
AM – AK
PM – Epcot
ADRs – Chef Mickey’s (breakfast, 7:25am)

Friday, August 28
I think we might try to go to Universal this day. :woohoo:

If we don't do that, then we'd do this:
AM - DHS
PM - AK & MK

Saturday, August 29
We have to be at MCO by 8am. SAD!!!

Looks good....and exhausting! ;) Just how I like my WDW trips. :rotfl2:

Are you guys the type to utilize a mid-day break since you are going during such a hot time of year and the park hours are longer or do you go go go all day long?

For all the days you don't have any ADRs planned, what's the plan? Meals in your room since your staying at VWL or will you be eating at counter-service places? If it's the latter, got any faves? I'm looking for a few to add to the itineraries for our trips in October and December.

[WDWRocksMySocks]

Looks good....and exhausting! ;) Just how I like my WDW trips. :rotfl2:

Are you guys the type to utilize a mid-day break since you are going during such a hot time of year and the park hours are longer or do you go go go all day long?

For all the days you don't have any ADRs planned, what's the plan? Meals in your room since your staying at VWL or will you be eating at counter-service places? If it's the latter, got any faves? I'm looking for a few to add to the itineraries for our trips in October and December.

Ha, so true! You almost need a vacation after you get back from WDW.

We'll do breakfast in the room. DH LOVES cereal, and I'm planning on getting some fruit and Cliff Bars. We'll do counter service for lunch while at the parks. I really like CS restaurants for some reason. For dinner, we'll be eating at various restaurants in the area. You've inspired me to do a separate post about food options.

[annnewjerz]

Ha, so true! You almost need a vacation after you get back from WDW.

We'll do breakfast in the room. DH LOVES cereal, and I'm planning on getting some fruit and Cliff Bars. We'll do counter service for lunch while at the parks. I really like CS restaurants for some reason. For dinner, we'll be eating at various restaurants in the area. You've inspired me to do a separate post about food options.

I didn't think there was anyone who didn't do a whole post about food :rotfl2: It's one of the most fun things to talk about and probably one of my most highly anticipated post to read in a PTR and TR. Last trip in 07, none of the food was planned---this trip with (hopefully) Deluxe Dining Plan, every bite will be planned down to the last Dole Whip ;) I have a DM that gets cranky when she's hungry, so consistently giving her something to eat will be a must. :goodvibes

[WDWRocksMySocks]

I didn't think there was anyone who didn't do a whole post about food :rotfl2: It's one of the most fun things to talk about and probably one of my most highly anticipated post to read in a PTR and TR. Last trip in 07, none of the food was planned---this trip with (hopefully) Deluxe Dining Plan, every bite will be planned down to the last Dole Whip ;) I have a DM that gets cranky when she's hungry, so consistently giving her something to eat will be a must. :goodvibes

HA! Food is definitely a driving force behind any trip we take. I'd love to do the DDP some time. I'd have to do it with someone who'd fully appreciate it. DH doesn't like Disney food ::GASP::. Yeah, he's weird like that.

Your DM sounds like me and my family. We have some serious blood sugar issues when we don't eat. We get grumpy FAST. So, I understand how important for everyone sanity getting fed is. :thumbsup2

[WDWRocksMySocks]

I'm definitely one of those people who is ruled by their stomachs. I love food, especially at WDW! Anne inspired me to list out all the place we'll be eating to correspond w/ our itinerary. We'll also be stopping by Wal-Mart or Publix to pick up some snacks and breakfast items for the week.

Sunday

Breakfast/lunch -- We'll grab something at the airport, probably something boring from McDonald's or Chick-Fil-A. Hey, we're on vacation...gotta start eating bad immediately!

Lunch/Snack -- Roaring Forks. (http://www.wdwinfo.com/wdwinfo/dining/diningdetail.cfm?Restaurant.ID=16) I'll probably get a salad and Aaron will get a pizza.

Dinner -- Carrabba's Italian Grill (http://www.carrabbas.com/menu/pdf/38PF-37PW.pdf) I know, they're a chain. But, it holds special meaning to DH. Aaron is addicted to this restaurant and this is where it all began. Plus, he's convinced it's far superior than the one we have in Indy. :rolleyes1

Monday

Breakfast -- Eat in room, Aaron will have cereal and I'll have some fruit & Cliff Bar.

Lunch -- Cosmic Ray's (http://www.wdwinfo.com/wdwinfo/dining/diningdetail.cfm?Restaurant.ID=152). It's a staple when you're at MK. I love all the different variety they offer. That said, I'll probably go all out and get a...cheeseburger. :rotfl: I love their fixings bar. Anyplace that has free cheese sauce gets an A+ from me!

I'll get Flame Tree BBQ (http://www.wdwinfo.com/wdwinfo/dining/diningdetail.cfm?Restaurant.ID=169)...love the Pork sandwich.

Dinner -- Toy Story Pizza Planet (http://www.wdwinfo.com/wdwinfo/dining/diningdetail.cfm?Restaurant.ID=142). This is a MUST for us when we're at DHS. I love the pizza and salad combo!!

Tuesday

Breakfast -- Boma (http://www.wdwinfo.com/wdwinfo/dining/diningdetail.cfm?Restaurant.ID=197)!!! I am really excited to try this place. The Jamba Juice sounds so good!!!!

Lunch -- Pizzafari (http://www.wdwinfo.com/wdwinfo/dining/diningdetail.cfm?Restaurant.ID=170)for Aaron...he LOVES their breadsticks.

Dinner -- Whispering Canyon Cafe (http://www.wdwinfo.com/wdwinfo/dining/diningdetail.cfm?Restaurant.ID=17). I CANNOT wait to try the skillet. Mmmm! Sadly, DH is not going to eat at WCC. So, we'll probably get him Giordano's (http://www.giordanos.com/main.php). He's in love with their stuffed pizza. Any place that serves about a pound of mozzarella in their pizza is a great place for DH (and to clog your ateries :laughing:). Here's a pic of their yummy pizza!

http://www.onewed.com/files/imagecache/576w/images/1042920/food-and-drinks-at-weddings-midnight-madness4.JPG

Wednesday

Breakfast -- In our room -- although, I might head down to Roaring Forks and get a yogurt parfait. Those things are AMAZING!!!

Lunch -- Peco Bill's (http://www.wdwinfo.com/wdwinfo/dining/diningdetail.cfm?Restaurant.ID=147). This is my other favorite counter service restaurant in all of WDW. I usually get the taco salad or the BBQ pork sandwich -- so good!!

Dinner -- Flipper's Pizzeria (http://www.flipperspizzeria.com/). Their Mediterranean chicken pizza is AMAZING! Seriously, so good. Here's a picture from October: http://photos-b.ak.fbcdn.net/photos-ak-snc1/v349/244/48/6852884/n6852884_47105233_6327.jpg

Thursday

Breakfast -- Chef Mickey's (http://www.wdwinfo.com/wdwinfo/dining/diningdetail.cfm?Restaurant.ID=55). I'm so excited to have breakfast w/ Mickey and Minnie! I'm even more excited to see how grumpy it makes Aaron. :lmao:

Lunch -- Pizzafari (http://www.wdwinfo.com/wdwinfo/dining/diningdetail.cfm?Restaurant.ID=170) We'll go back and get some breadsticks. We'll probably be so stuffed from breakfast we won't want anything else.

Dinner -- Still undecided about this. Surprisingly, we're not huge Epcot fans. However, we'll definitely hit up the Boulangerie Patisserie (http://www.wdwinfo.com/wdwinfo/dining/diningdetail.cfm?Restaurant.ID=330)

Friday

Breakfast -- In our room.

Lunch -- If we go to Universal, we'll eat at the Comic Strip Cafe (http://allears.net/uni/menu/men_csc.htm). Universal is notorious for having crappy food. I thought about going out of the park and doing a restaurant at City Walk. Since we only have one day to do both parks, we probably won't do that, though.

Dinner -- Sweet Tomatoes (http://www.souplantation.com/). :lovestruc This is my one of my all-time favorites in Orlando. Why? Because I am obsessed with salad bars. Seriously. I think they are the best things in the entire world. Mmmm, so good! Plus, Sweet Tomatoes has some seriously good blueberry muffins.

Snacks
I can't forget to mention all the great snacks that we plan to gorge ourselves with.

Popcorn Bucket -- WDW popcorn is far superior to all other popcorn.
http://photos-c.ak.fbcdn.net/photos-ak-snc1/v349/244/48/6852884/n6852884_47092986_4119.jpg

MK Bakery Cupcake -- DH loves these things!

Ice Cream Sandwich

Yogurt Parfait

Dole Whip -- I figured I'd give it another try. The first one I had wasn't that great.

Rice Krispy Treat

Peanut Butter Fudge

Mickey's Ice Cream Bar

I'm pretty sure I gained ten pounds just from typing this all out. I can't wait to get there and start eating!! :rotfl:

[TxRabbit]

I'm pretty sure I gained 10 pounds just READING it! :laughing:

[annnewjerz]

I'm definitely one of those people who is ruled by their stomachs. I love food, especially at WDW! Anne inspired me to list out all the place we'll be eating to correspond w/ our itinerary. We'll also be stopping by Wal-Mart or Publix to pick up some snacks and breakfast items for the week.

Sunday

Breakfast/lunch -- We'll grab something at the airport, probably something boring from McDonald's or Chick-Fil-A. Hey, we're on vacation...gotta start eating bad immediately!

Lunch/Snack -- Roaring Forks. (http://www.wdwinfo.com/wdwinfo/dining/diningdetail.cfm?Restaurant.ID=16) I'll probably get a salad and Aaron will get a pizza.

Dinner -- Carrabba's Italian Grill (http://www.carrabbas.com/menu/pdf/38PF-37PW.pdf) I know, they're a chain. But, it holds special meaning to DH. Aaron is addicted to this restaurant and this is where it all began. Plus, he's convinced it's far superior than the one we have in Indy. :rolleyes1

Monday

Breakfast -- Eat in room, Aaron will have cereal and I'll have some fruit & Cliff Bar.

Lunch -- Cosmic Ray's (http://www.wdwinfo.com/wdwinfo/dining/diningdetail.cfm?Restaurant.ID=152). It's a staple when you're at MK. I love all the different variety they offer. That said, I'll probably go all out and get a...cheeseburger. :rotfl: I love their fixings bar. Anyplace that has free cheese sauce gets an A+ from me!

I'll get Flame Tree BBQ (http://www.wdwinfo.com/wdwinfo/dining/diningdetail.cfm?Restaurant.ID=169)...love the Pork sandwich.

Dinner -- Toy Story Pizza Planet (http://www.wdwinfo.com/wdwinfo/dining/diningdetail.cfm?Restaurant.ID=142). This is a MUST for us when we're at DHS. I love the pizza and salad combo!!

Tuesday

Breakfast -- Boma (http://www.wdwinfo.com/wdwinfo/dining/diningdetail.cfm?Restaurant.ID=197)!!! I am really excited to try this place. The Jamba Juice sounds so good!!!!

Lunch -- Pizzafari (http://www.wdwinfo.com/wdwinfo/dining/diningdetail.cfm?Restaurant.ID=170)for Aaron...he LOVES their breadsticks.

Dinner -- Whispering Canyon Cafe (http://www.wdwinfo.com/wdwinfo/dining/diningdetail.cfm?Restaurant.ID=17). I CANNOT wait to try the skillet. Mmmm! Sadly, DH is not going to eat at WCC. So, we'll probably get him Giordano's (http://www.giordanos.com/main.php). He's in love with their stuffed pizza. Any place that serves about a pound of mozzarella in their pizza is a great place for DH (and to clog your ateries :laughing:). Here's a pic of their yummy pizza!

http://www.onewed.com/files/imagecache/576w/images/1042920/food-and-drinks-at-weddings-midnight-madness4.JPG

Wednesday

Breakfast -- In our room -- although, I might head down to Roaring Forks and get a yogurt parfait. Those things are AMAZING!!!

Lunch -- Peco Bill's (http://www.wdwinfo.com/wdwinfo/dining/diningdetail.cfm?Restaurant.ID=147). This is my other favorite counter service restaurant in all of WDW. I usually get the taco salad or the BBQ pork sandwich -- so good!!

Dinner -- Flipper's Pizzeria (http://www.flipperspizzeria.com/). Their Mediterranean chicken pizza is AMAZING! Seriously, so good. Here's a picture from October: http://photos-b.ak.fbcdn.net/photos-ak-snc1/v349/244/48/6852884/n6852884_47105233_6327.jpg

Thursday

Breakfast -- Chef Mickey's (http://www.wdwinfo.com/wdwinfo/dining/diningdetail.cfm?Restaurant.ID=55). I'm so excited to have breakfast w/ Mickey and Minnie! I'm even more excited to see how grumpy it makes Aaron. :lmao:

Lunch -- Pizzafari (http://www.wdwinfo.com/wdwinfo/dining/diningdetail.cfm?Restaurant.ID=170) We'll go back and get some breadsticks. We'll probably be so stuffed from breakfast we won't want anything else.

Dinner -- Still undecided about this. Surprisingly, we're not huge Epcot fans. However, we'll definitely hit up the Boulangerie Patisserie (http://www.wdwinfo.com/wdwinfo/dining/diningdetail.cfm?Restaurant.ID=330)

Friday

Breakfast -- In our room.

Lunch -- If we go to Universal, we'll eat at the Comic Strip Cafe (http://allears.net/uni/menu/men_csc.htm). Universal is notorious for having crappy food. I thought about going out of the park and doing a restaurant at City Walk. Since we only have one day to do both parks, we probably won't do that, though.

Dinner -- Sweet Tomatoes (http://www.souplantation.com/). :lovestruc This is my one of my all-time favorites in Orlando. Why? Because I am obsessed with salad bars. Seriously. I think they are the best things in the entire world. Mmmm, so good! Plus, Sweet Tomatoes has some seriously good blueberry muffins.

Snacks
I can't forget to mention all the great snacks that we plan to gorge ourselves with.

Popcorn Bucket -- WDW popcorn is far superior to all other popcorn.
http://photos-c.ak.fbcdn.net/photos-ak-snc1/v349/244/48/6852884/n6852884_47092986_4119.jpg

MK Bakery Cupcake -- DH loves these things!

Ice Cream Sandwich

Yogurt Parfait

Dole Whip -- I figured I'd give it another try. The first one I had wasn't that great.

Rice Krispy Treat

Peanut Butter Fudge

Mickey's Ice Cream Bar

I'm pretty sure I gained ten pounds just from typing this all out. I can't wait to get there and start eating!! :rotfl:

Mmmmmmm, sounds great! That Giordano's pizza looks pretty awesome if I do say so myself. I had considered that as a possible dinner option for us after returning from Cirque du Soleil. We can hang out in our room and eat deep dish pizza. ::licks lips::

One thing that I don't want you to hold me to, but I believe I read a post on the Restaurants Board that the MK Bakery no longer has cupcakes? I'm not positive, but someone said that their family tradition was to get MK cupcakes first thing in the morning for breakfast and last time they went the cupcakes had gone the way of the French Toast Loaf and were eliminated. :confused3 Here's hoping they are still there!! :thumbsup2

[Lynn5700]

Kirsten!! That stuffed pizza!!!! OMG YUM!!! That looks sooo good!!!!!

Plans sound great!! I have never had popcorn from Disney lol!! I guess I should try it next time!

[wdwgirl03]

Mmm, Chik-Fil-A. Yummmmmm. I don't know why but we love that place so much. Maybe since there aren't any around here anymore!

That pizza does look really good!

Can you believe that tomorrow we can say we're going to WDW this month?! :banana:

[WDWRocksMySocks]

I'm pretty sure I gained 10 pounds just READING it! :laughing:

:lmao::rotfl2:

Mmmmmmm, sounds great! That Giordano's pizza looks pretty awesome if I do say so myself. I had considered that as a possible dinner option for us after returning from Cirque du Soleil. We can hang out in our room and eat deep dish pizza. ::licks lips::

One thing that I don't want you to hold me to, but I believe I read a post on the Restaurants Board that the MK Bakery no longer has cupcakes? I'm not positive, but someone said that their family tradition was to get MK cupcakes first thing in the morning for breakfast and last time they went the cupcakes had gone the way of the French Toast Loaf and were eliminated. :confused3 Here's hoping they are still there!! :thumbsup2

Have you ever had Giordano's before? It's AMAZING!! We got hooked during trips to Chicago and became incredibly excited to find out they had some down in Florida too. Mmmm...it is definitely worth it. I highly recommend it!

OH NO!!!!! :eek: Aaron is going to have an aneurysm when he finds that out. Now, I'm off to do some cupcake investigation. :goodvibes

Kirsten!! That stuffed pizza!!!! OMG YUM!!! That looks sooo good!!!!!

Plans sound great!! I have never had popcorn from Disney lol!! I guess I should try it next time!

That pizza is AWESOME! I'm still not sure if it's better than NY style, though. It's probably like 2000 calories per slice, but totally worth it!

WHAT?! That's just like me not having tomato soup. :rotfl: LYNN...you HAVE TO TRY THE POPCORN!! Ok, I'll calm down now. :laughing: Seriously though, that popcorn is so good. I swear, they put something else in it. I could just eat Disney popcorn all day long.

[WDWRocksMySocks]

Mmm, Chik-Fil-A. Yummmmmm. I don't know why but we love that place so much. Maybe since there aren't any around here anymore!

That pizza does look really good!

Can you believe that tomorrow we can say we're going to WDW this month?! :banana:

Yeah, don't you hate when you don't have restaurants close by that you love? Although, you're probably right...you probably like it more since it's not readily available. I love their waffle fries.

I KNOW!!!!!!!!!! :banana: I CANNOT WAIT!!!!!! I can't believe August starts tomorrow. This summer has FLOWN by. Not that I'm too sad...we're going to Disney World soon!!!!

[Lynn5700]

HAHA everybody says that about the pop corn!!! We will have to get some next time. We are going to have a million snack credits. Can you use a snack credit for the pop corn?

[debraW76]

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I'm pretty sure I gained ten pounds just from typing this all out. I can't wait to get there and start eating!! :rotfl:

:rotfl2::rotfl2::rotfl2:
i really want to eat at Boma's and Whispering Canyon. I :love: Giordono's and had them our last trip. It was great even as carry-out. The others sounds great as well. I am sure i gained 10 lbs too!

[WDWRocksMySocks]

HAHA everybody says that about the pop corn!!! We will have to get some next time. We are going to have a million snack credits. Can you use a snack credit for the pop corn?

It's seriously the BEST popcorn. EVER! :laughing: I think you can get a small box of popcorn for 1 credit. I always have to get a popcorn bucket. I usually will save the bucket, and use it to collect spare change. I have another one I use for whenever I make popcorn. It's like a little piece of WDW right at home. Haha.

:rotfl2::rotfl2::rotfl2:
i really want to eat at Boma's and Whispering Canyon. I :love: Giordono's and had them our last trip. It was great even as carry-out. The others sounds great as well. I am sure i gained 10 lbs too!

I'll make sure to take some really great food porn at both places for you! I'm really excited about eating at both places. Mmmm. Giordano's is such a great pizza place. We discovered it during a trip to Chicago. DH fell in love. :rotfl:

I figure I can justify eating all that bad stuff since we'll be doing some major walking. Maybe I'll only gain five pounds instead of ten! :goodvibes

[WDWRocksMySocks]

We go to WDW this month!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I can't believe it's August already. Where has the time went? Not that I'm complaining. We leave in 19 days!! :banana:

Hope everyone is having a good day!

[annnewjerz]

Wowwww---19 days?! I can't believe it. You must be so pumped and ready to go already. So what's the plan for the next 19 days? Do you have clothes picked out, do you have pins organized and ready to pack?

I have been trying not to pay too much attention to my tickets because counting down day by day is a very slow process, but when I checked this morning and saw that our October WDW trip was only 74 days away, that was definitely exciting :banana: :banana:

Did you ever get a definite answer about the Main Street Bakery cupcakes?

[Lynn5700]

WOO HOO!!!!! I can't wait for you to go!!!

[lisalonglash]

Breakfast/lunch -- We'll grab something at the airport, probably something boring from McDonald's or Chick-Fil-A. Hey, we're on vacation...gotta start eating bad immediately!

:laughing:

I'll get Flame Tree BBQ (http://www.wdwinfo.com/wdwinfo/dining/diningdetail.cfm?Restaurant.ID=169)...love the Pork sandwich.

Me too! :thumbsup2

Dinner -- Whispering Canyon Cafe (http://www.wdwinfo.com/wdwinfo/dining/diningdetail.cfm?Restaurant.ID=17). I CANNOT wait to try the skillet. Mmmm!

I can't wait either - don't tell Grumpy, but I'm going to ask him to ask the server for some straws and/or ketchup (and he knows NOTHING about the WCC antics) :lmao:

Sadly, DH is not going to eat at WCC. So, we'll probably get him Giordano's (http://www.giordanos.com/main.php). He's in love with their stuffed pizza. Any place that serves about a pound of mozzarella in their pizza is a great place for DH (and to clog your ateries :laughing:). Here's a pic of their yummy pizza!

http://www.onewed.com/files/imagecache/576w/images/1042920/food-and-drinks-at-weddings-midnight-madness4.JPG

Wow, that looks delish!

Breakfast -- Chef Mickey's (http://www.wdwinfo.com/wdwinfo/dining/diningdetail.cfm?Restaurant.ID=55). I'm so excited to have breakfast w/ Mickey and Minnie! I'm even more excited to see how grumpy it makes Aaron. :lmao:

We enjoyed CM breakfast last time (it was our only ADR! :eek:), so I booked it for our last morning. The other day, Grumpy (who has seen the ADR list and the trip plan at least 10 times!) says "we're not going to that Mickey's place for breakfast again, are we?". When I stopped laughing, I told him that we were and he was going to like it :rotfl2:

Dinner -- Still undecided about this. Surprisingly, we're not huge Epcot fans. However, we'll definitely hit up the Boulangerie Patisserie (http://www.wdwinfo.com/wdwinfo/dining/diningdetail.cfm?Restaurant.ID=330)

Ooooh, how about Chefs de France? We loved the Patisserie and will be visiting there (probably as many times as possible) on our two Epcot days :thumbsup2

Dole Whip -- I figured I'd give it another try. The first one I had wasn't that great.

Did you try the Dole Whip Float? Last time, I had a Dole Whip first - it was good, but it wasn't what I was expecting. Then, I figured out that what I actually wanted was the Dole Whip Float! So, I had that another day and it was wonderful :lovestruc

I'm pretty sure I gained ten pounds just from typing this all out. I can't wait to get there and start eating!! :rotfl:

I think I gained ten pounds just from reading all you typed out :rotfl:

[twinmom]

MK Bakery Cupcake -- DH loves these things!


Just wanted to tell you about the cupcakes at Starring Rolls at DHS. They are to die for. I have been dreaming about them. I got the butterfinger one which wasn't very good cold but after letting it warm up it was the best thing ever. I wish I had taken a picture darn it.

Found a picture........They are huge in real life

http://i737.photobucket.com/albums/xx15/baseallmom3/DisneyFoodJune09031.jpg

[wdwgirl03]

We are getting soooo close, I can hardly stand it anymore! Part of me is a little bummed since I still haven't found a full-time job but I seriously cannot wait to get out of here for a while! :banana::banana: Is it just me or do the days seem to drag on and on now that we're so close? :confused3:laughing:

[WDWRocksMySocks]

Wowwww---19 days?! I can't believe it. You must be so pumped and ready to go already. So what's the plan for the next 19 days? Do you have clothes picked out, do you have pins organized and ready to pack?

I have been trying not to pay too much attention to my tickets because counting down day by day is a very slow process, but when I checked this morning and saw that our October WDW trip was only 74 days away, that was definitely exciting :banana: :banana:

Did you ever get a definite answer about the Main Street Bakery cupcakes?

17 days, now!! :yay: Seriously, the time has FLOWN by. It's going to be here before I know it. I've been so busy w/ non-Disney life (gasp!!) Don't you hate when work and other issues get in the way of your Disney high? Psh, the nerve!! I have a lot of things going on between now and our trip. The most exciting thing is a Keith Urban concert!!! I have been looking forward to it F-O-R-E-V-E-R!!! I'm making a to-do list that seems to grow a mile each day. I'll hopefully post it today.

Wow, 74 days is really not all that long. It will be here before you know it. I haven't even had a chance to check out your PTR lately. I swear, I just want to lock myself in my office and only do DIS related things. Think anyone would notice? :rolleyes1

Well, sort of. No one is certain, but it sounds like they only sell them at the Confectionary on Main Street. Twinmom posted some really yummy looking ones they sell at DHS at Starring Rolls. I'll definitely be trying out those Butterfinger ones. YUM!!

WOO HOO!!!!! I can't wait for you to go!!!

I know, me too!!! :woohoo: I'll definitely be texting you updates, pictures and all that other fun stuff throughout our trip. Ooh, I am SO excited!!!!!


I can't wait either - don't tell Grumpy, but I'm going to ask him to ask the server for some straws and/or ketchup (and he knows NOTHING about the WCC antics) :lmao:

HA! I'm doing that to Aaron, too. He's going to be so confused. We both need to make sure to take lots of pictures/videos to document their reactions! :lmao:

Wow, that looks delish!


Mmm, it really is! Cheese just oozes out of it. So good! The best part is they are located right outside the Disney gates on Apoka-Vineland Road. You should try it!

We enjoyed CM breakfast last time (it was our only ADR! :eek:), so I booked it for our last morning. The other day, Grumpy (who has seen the ADR list and the trip plan at least 10 times!) says "we're not going to that Mickey's place for breakfast again, are we?". When I stopped laughing, I told him that we were and he was going to like it :rotfl2:

:rotfl: I love that your DH calls it, "that Mickey's place..." Aaron calls it that too. For some reason, he's just not too thrilled to be eating with Mickey. :confused3

Ooooh, how about Chefs de France? We loved the Patisserie and will be visiting there (probably as many times as possible) on our two Epcot days :thumbsup2

I've never been there before. What do you suggest trying? I'm open to trying new stuff this trip. Now Aaron...not so much.

Did you try the Dole Whip Float? Last time, I had a Dole Whip first - it was good, but it wasn't what I was expecting. Then, I figured out that what I actually wanted was the Dole Whip Float! So, I had that another day and it was wonderful :lovestruc

I've never tried one. I went with the Dole Whip and was underwhelmed. I'll definitely try the float this time before I entirely decide that I hate Dole Whips. What do they put in the float?

I think I gained ten pounds just from reading all you typed out :rotfl:

:rotfl2::lmao:

MK Bakery Cupcake -- DH loves these things!


Just wanted to tell you about the cupcakes at Starring Rolls at DHS. They are to die for. I have been dreaming about them. I got the butterfinger one which wasn't very good cold but after letting it warm up it was the best thing ever. I wish I had taken a picture darn it.

Found a picture........They are huge in real life

http://i737.photobucket.com/albums/xx15/baseallmom3/DisneyFoodJune09031.jpg

:worship:

Thank you, thank you, THANK YOU for posting that picture!! That Butterfinger cupcake looks SO good!!! Mmm...I can just taste it now. I'm DEFINITELY going to be getting one of those -- yum.

[WDWRocksMySocks]

We are getting soooo close, I can hardly stand it anymore! Part of me is a little bummed since I still haven't found a full-time job but I seriously cannot wait to get out of here for a while! :banana::banana: Is it just me or do the days seem to drag on and on now that we're so close? :confused3:laughing:

I know!!!!! :banana::yay::woohoo:

Well, maybe the job situation is for the best. Maybe it would've conflicted with your trip if you found one now and that would've stunk! But, I understand why you're bummed. Thank goodness you can drown your sorrows in all that WDW goodness!!

YES! The days are dragging lately -- and I've been busy. I don't get it? :confused3 I figure they will drag now, and then go REALLY fast when we're there. It always seems to be the case.

[lisalonglash]

HA! I'm doing that to Aaron, too. He's going to be so confused. We both need to make sure to take lots of pictures/videos to document their reactions! :lmao:

Oh, I will do my best - of course, the pictures might be blurry and/or crooked as I'll be :lmao: at the time!

Mmm, it really is! Cheese just oozes out of it. So good! The best part is they are located right outside the Disney gates on Apoka-Vineland Road. You should try it!

That really does look yummalicious! We're not going off-site at all this trip - maybe next time if we ever go back.

:rotfl: I love that your DH calls it, "that Mickey's place..." Aaron calls it that too. For some reason, he's just not too thrilled to be eating with Mickey. :confused3

What is with our men?! :confused3 :laughing:

I've never been there before. What do you suggest trying? I'm open to trying new stuff this trip. Now Aaron...not so much.

I'd suggest trying anything you haven't done before :thumbsup2 We absolutely love French food, so Chefs de France was a natural choice for us. How about trying food from whichever pavilion interests you? :goodvibes

I've never tried one. I went with the Dole Whip and was underwhelmed. I'll definitely try the float this time before I entirely decide that I hate Dole Whips. What do they put in the float?

Ooooh, it's sooo good! It's the same Dole Whip stuff, BUT it's in a float with fresh pineapple juice! :woohoo:

[WDWRocksMySocks]

Oh, I will do my best - of course, the pictures might be blurry and/or crooked as I'll be :lmao: at the time!
:laughing: Mine will probably look like I have the shakes, or something. It's going to be so funny!


That really does look yummalicious! We're not going off-site at all this trip - maybe next time if we ever go back.
Bummer! I hope you guys will be able to go back. Maybe Grumpy will fall in love with Disney this trip.:goodvibes


What is with our men?! :confused3 :laughing:
I know, right? They are just strange. :rolleyes1


I'd suggest trying anything you haven't done before :thumbsup2 We absolutely love French food, so Chefs de France was a natural choice for us. How about trying food from whichever pavilion interests you? :goodvibes
It's funny, b/c I've been to Epcot A LOT but we never really try new things there. This year, I really want to make an attempt at doing that.


Ooooh, it's sooo good! It's the same Dole Whip stuff, BUT it's in a float with fresh pineapple juice! :woohoo:
Mmm...that sounds delicious!!! I bet Aaron would love that, too. He's a huge fan of pineapple juice. I can't wait to try that!

[annnewjerz]

Do you have an internet capable phone? If so, instead of just texting/picture messaging Lynn (why should she have all the fun!!? :laughing:) --- you should soooo live blog or tweet around "The World" so we can all share in the magic!!

I set up a live blog for our trips in October and December, not only for those of you on the DIS, but also for those "other" people in my life---you know, relatives, friends, co-workers, etc. ;)

Edited to add: Mmmmmmmm, butterfinger cupcakes. Those look seriously good, I might have to get one for breakfast on our DHS day because after all, if you can't eat cupcakes for breakfast in WDW on vacation---when/where can you? :hyper:

[WDWRocksMySocks]

Here's my attempt at a packing list. Feel free to add any suggestions. I'm sure I'll forget something!

Clothing and Accessories


Shorts/Capris (6 pairs)
Tank tops (4)
Tops (2)
Disney shirts (monorail, RnR, Everest)
Dresses (2)
Socks (6)
Light jacket (1)
Tennis shoes (1)
Crocs (1)
Flip flops (1)
Bathing suit
Bathing suit cover-up
Underwear
Pajamas
Hair ties
Sunglasses
Hair pins


Toiletries


Shampoo
Conditioner
Leave-in conditioner
Mousse
Tooth brush
Tooth paste
Bath soap
Deodorant
Sunscreen
Face moisturizer
Make-up remover
Body moisturizer
Make-up
Q-tips
Nail polish
Aloe Vera
Ibuprofen
Antacid
Razor
Shaving gel
Hair brush
Nail clippers
Allergy medicine
Eye drops
Inhaler


Electronics


Cell phone
Cell phone charger
Camera
Extra camera battery
Camera charger
iPod
iPod wall charger


Miscellaneous


Pins
Pin lanyard
Ponchos
Umbrella
Bandaids
Ziploc bags
Cliff Bars


Travel Documents


Boarding passes - printed online
Rental car information
Rental car coupon for Alamo
Hotel confirmation letter
ADR email confirmations
Park tickets
Insurance cards (health and car)

[WDWRocksMySocks]

Do you have an internet capable phone? If so, instead of just texting/picture messaging Lynn (why should she have all the fun!!? :laughing:) --- you should soooo live blog or tweet around "The World" so we can all share in the magic!!

I set up a live blog for our trips in October and December, not only for those of you on the DIS, but also for those "other" people in my life---you know, relatives, friends, co-workers, etc. ;)

Edited to add: Mmmmmmmm, butterfinger cupcakes. Those look seriously good, I might have to get one for breakfast on our DHS day because after all, if you can't eat cupcakes for breakfast in WDW on vacation---when/where can you? :hyper:

Well, it's internet capable. However, I deactivated the internet connection b/c I never used it. I should reactivate it to do live updates! That would be fun. So glad to hear you'll be doing a live blog during your trips. I'm sure we'll appreciate it far more than those "other" people. :laughing:

Don't those Butterfinger cupcakes look awesome? I can't wait to shove one of those in my face. Mmmm...so good! Wait, you mean you don't eat cupcakes for breakfast in real life? :rolleyes1 I get a box of those Sam's Club ones and they last me all week!:scared:

[Lynn5700]

I think you are all set and ready to go!!!!!!!! I better be the first person you texy when you get there :) :) HAHA jk.....not really though HA!

17 more days... ahhh you're almost 2 weeks away! lol

[Lynn5700]

Dude Tim and I are so trying one of those butterfinger cupcakes lol.

[WDWRocksMySocks]

I think you are all set and ready to go!!!!!!!! I better be the first person you texy when you get there :) :) HAHA jk.....not really though HA!

17 more days... ahhh you're almost 2 weeks away! lol

Haha! I'll definitely make sure you're one of the first people I text. None of my real world friends understand my love of Disney. When I text them pics they could care less....losers! :sad2: I CANNOT wait until we pull up to the WL. It's going to be so AWESOME!!!!!!!!!!!

I know!!!!! I can't believe it's just two weeks. I am SO ready for Disney!!! I just hope the crowds aren't crazy. :goodvibes

Dude Tim and I are so trying one of those butterfinger cupcakes lol.

Don't those look amazing? My was doing some serious drooling when I saw that pictures. Mmm...yum!!!

[wdwgirl03]

Your packing list looks good! I should probably start making mine since we are only 2 WEEKS AWAY!!! All I know is that I am going to be bringing tons of shirts with me. :rotfl:

[tinkgurl]

Geeze, your list looks good girl! Here's something I recommend packing: hand sanitizer. You can get them in a mini travel size, which is perfect for your bag at the parks. We used it all the time before eating.

[Lynn5700]

OOOH yeah.. get a hand sanitizer!!! Definitely. You can get them at Target for like dollar, the travel sizes.

[debraW76]

What is it now - 13 days??

[WDWRocksMySocks]

Your packing list looks good! I should probably start making mine since we are only 2 WEEKS AWAY!!! All I know is that I am going to be bringing tons of shirts with me. :rotfl:

HOLY CRAP...we leave NEXT week!!!!!!! :woohoo::yay::dance3: Have you started packing yet? I have stuff set aside, but Aaron thinks I'm crazy for packing so far in advanced. I love to pack!

Geeze, your list looks good girl! Here's something I recommend packing: hand sanitizer. You can get them in a mini travel size, which is perfect for your bag at the parks. We used it all the time before eating.

Ha, thanks! I might have borrowed that awesome list from All Ears for some inspiration. In the past, I've always forgotten stuff that I just borrowed from my sister or mom. Since its just Aaron and me going I know I need to be more organized.

Thanks for the hand sanitizer tip -- very smart!

OOOH yeah.. get a hand sanitizer!!! Definitely. You can get them at Target for like dollar, the travel sizes.

Yeah! I'm going to head to Target sometime this week and pickup all my trip stuff. I love shopping for travel stuff. I seriously get so excited over it. Haha, I'm so lame.

What is it now - 13 days??

12 days!!!!!!!!! :banana::banana::banana:

I seriously can't believe it's almost here. I'm getting SO excited!!!!!

[annnewjerz]

12 days!!!!!!!!! :banana::banana::banana:

I seriously can't believe it's almost here. I'm getting SO excited!!!!!

Ugh, I'm so jealous....12 days. :yay:

I hope you guys have a great trip and let us hear all about it when you get home. I used to hate reading through TRs, but now that I have found some really good ones---I have found them to be the perfect way to pass the next 64 days or so until our weekend trip in October. :thumbsup2

[WDWRocksMySocks]

It's official...well, sort of. We're going to spend a day at Universal/Islands of Adventure!! We were debating whether we wanted to spend the money on tickets. But, we figured we might as well since we're not sure if this might be our last vacation together before we have kids (hopefully not, but you never know). Now, all I need to do is buy our tickets to make it official.

I found this thread (http://disboards.com/showthread.php?t=2197962) about discounted Universal tickets through Ticketmaster. If that doesn't work, we'll just buy them off the Universal site. The TM offer would save us about $30+ -- not too bad. Either way, I'm excited about going.

Since we have officially decided to go, we'll need to make some changes to our itinerary. Aaron wants to have one day where we don't do anything. So, here's our new and improved itinerary.

Sunday, August 23
Arrive MCO at 1:50pm
Stop by Wal-Mart or Publix to get some snacks, water, Diet Coke (for Aaron)
Check-in to VWL
Get settled in room
Take boat over to MK -- I'm hoping we get there by 5:30-6pm.
Spend evening at MK (they're open until 1am)

Monday, August 24
AM -- Epcot
PM – DHS (evening EMH)

Tuesday, August 25
AM – AK
PM – DHS
ADRs – Boma (breakfast, 7:35am), Whispering Canyon Café (dinner, 9pm)

Wednesday, August 26
AM - AK
PM - MK

Thursday, August 27
Breakfast at Chef Mickey's
Swimming and exploring WL
DTD
Outlet Mall -- I LOVE the Disney store there!!
Sweet Tomatoes!!

Friday, August 28
Move to POP
Universal/Islands of Adventure
Dinner at Carrabba's

Saturday, August 29
We have to be at MCO by 8am. SAD!!!

[WDWRocksMySocks]

Ugh, I'm so jealous....12 days. :yay:

I hope you guys have a great trip and let us hear all about it when you get home. I used to hate reading through TRs, but now that I have found some really good ones---I have found them to be the perfect way to pass the next 64 days or so until our weekend trip in October. :thumbsup2

I'm getting so anxious. I'm so ready for a vacation. I've just been dragging here lately. Blah!! I'm going to make sure to take a little notebook (stole this idea of tinkgurl) with me to jot down details for my TR. I've never done a TR before and I know I'll forget everything by the time I get home.

You know, I never really was a fan of TRs either but now I've gotten sucked in. I love to live vicariously through everyone else. So fun!

[WDWRocksMySocks]

Now I'm debating on whether I should switch Wednesday and Thursday's plans around:

Wednesday, August 26
AM - AK
PM - MK

Thursday, August 27
Breakfast at Chef Mickey's
Swimming and exploring WL
DTD
Outlet Mall -- I LOVE the Disney store there!!
Sweet Tomatoes!!

I think a break in the middle of the week might be beneficial for Aaron. However, that goes against Tour Guide Mike's advice. Do you think the parks will be really crowded on Thursday? Touring Plans recommends avoiding MK on Thursday. Hmm...what to do?

[wdwgirl03]

HOLY CRAP...we leave NEXT week!!!!!!! :woohoo::yay::dance3: Have you started packing yet? I have stuff set aside, but Aaron thinks I'm crazy for packing so far in advanced. I love to pack!

I KNOW, only 10 days for us and tomorrow we'll be in the single digits!!!!! :cool1::scared1: I haven't started packing yet, I am always so last minute about that. :rotfl: AHHH I can't wait!

Have you seen the Wilderness Lodge photo thread? I have been looking at that and OMG I cannot WAIT to get there!

[WDWRocksMySocks]

I KNOW, only 10 days for us and tomorrow we'll be in the single digits!!!!! :cool1::scared1: I haven't started packing yet, I am always so last minute about that. :rotfl: AHHH I can't wait!

Have you seen the Wilderness Lodge photo thread? I have been looking at that and OMG I cannot WAIT to get there!

WOO, single digits!!! :woohoo: I just get so excited that I just HAVE to start packing early. But inevitably, I always forget something. Hopefully, my super cool packing list will help thwart that.

YES!! :lovestruc That thread is AMAZING!!! I have been drooling over all those awesome pictures since we booked. I'm in love. Here are some of my favorites:

Compliments of: Topdog -- checkout the WL pictures on their website (http://www.dewlama.com/Public/HTML/Disney_DIS.html)(awesome!!!)
http://www.dewlama.com/Public/Photos/Disney/09/Resort/WL/Inside/_DIS6264.jpg
http://www.fideela.com/vwtopdog/Photos/Disney/WildernessLodgeSunriseTerrace4.jpg
http://www.fideela.com/vwtopdog/Photos/Disney/Wilderness_BEV.jpg

Compliments of: BobQuincy
http://www.suzieandbob.com/wdw/wl_4834_2_3.jpg

I could go on and on. There are some really great pictures on that thread. I :lovestruc It makes me so excited to stay there!!!

[Lynn5700]

Hey Kirsten! If you think the break will help Aaron then just switch the days. I have never used any touring plans so I can't help you there. We go the same time all the time so I know which days to do which parks. I haven't been in August so I can't help. Sorry.

[WDWRocksMySocks]

Hey Kirsten! If you think the break will help Aaron then just switch the days. I have never used any touring plans so I can't help you there. We go the same time all the time so I know which days to do which parks. I haven't been in August so I can't help. Sorry.

Hey Lynn!! Yeah, I'm leaning that direction too. I'm just worried it's going to be super packed and then Aaron will be even more miserable at the parks. I just don't know what to expect in August.

Decisions, decisions. I think I'll go post on the theme parks board.

[WDWRocksMySocks]

I was able to get a pin code for the Ticketmaster discount for Universal tickets! I wound up getting two 1 day-2 park tickets for a total of $140. Had I bought them on Universal's website, it would've cost $195. So...I saved a whopping $55 on our tickets!! :banana: How could I pass that deal up? Even better -- I was able to print them off in my office so we're all set!

Here's the link (http://disboards.com/showthread.php?t=2197962), if anyone needs the pin code PM me.

[Lynn5700]

WOW you got a great deal girl!!!! Ask over on the theme park forum about the August crowds. They should be able to help you over there!

[WDWRocksMySocks]

We are leaving for WDW in TEN DAYS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! :banana::banana::banana:

Ok, now that that's out of my system...I need to decide which purse I want to carry in the parks. Here are my two options:

Option #1 - VB Tote
It's big, will hold miscelleneous items (including ponchos, spray fan, etc...). However, it doesn't have a zipper and I'm worried my stuff could fall out.

http://i129.photobucket.com/albums/p228/kmphilli/vbtote_petal_pk_400.jpg


Option #2 - VB Betsy Bag
It's big enough, won't hold ponchos or other items though. It does have a zipper though.

http://i129.photobucket.com/albums/p228/kmphilli/pink-2.jpg

What do you guys think? I thought about bringing both, just in case. But then I thought, do I really need to bring two purses?? Oh, the dilemma!

[wdwgirl03]

Cool you guys decided to go to Universal! That should be fun.

Yay for only 10 days. Almost time for single digits!!

Ohhh boy, Vera Bradley again. :rotfl: I love the tote but would be afraid to use it in the parks just because I prefer to have a zipper. Speaking of VB...I had my mailbag already to use but then I got another gift card and ended up buying a new hipster! I am OBSESSED...it's really bad. :rolleyes1

[WDWRocksMySocks]

WOO!!!!!! We've officially made it to single digits. SO. EXCITED!!!!! :banana::banana::banana::banana::banana::banana:

[WDWRocksMySocks]

Cool you guys decided to go to Universal! That should be fun.

Yay for only 10 days. Almost time for single digits!!

Ohhh boy, Vera Bradley again. :rotfl: I love the tote but would be afraid to use it in the parks just because I prefer to have a zipper. Speaking of VB...I had my mailbag already to use but then I got another gift card and ended up buying a new hipster! I am OBSESSED...it's really bad. :rolleyes1

I'm hoping the crowds won't be too bad. Aaron is a HUGE Universal fan so he's really looking forward to it. I just wish the new Harry Potter area was open.

Ha, VB is SO addicting!! Although, recently I bought a Coach bag so now I'm REALLY in trouble. :rolleyes1 Which hipster did you get?

[wdwgirl03]

I'm hoping the crowds won't be too bad. Aaron is a HUGE Universal fan so he's really looking forward to it. I just wish the new Harry Potter area was open.

Ha, VB is SO addicting!! Although, recently I bought a Coach bag so now I'm REALLY in trouble. :rolleyes1 Which hipster did you get?

Yeah, I saw Harry Potter land is opening next spring so I'm hoping that means it'll be open when we go in April!

Uh oh, Coach too?! I don't think I'll ever get into Coach, way too expensive for me. You know what is really sad is I see sooo many young girls at the mall (I'm talking 10, 11 years old) carrying Coach. And I thought I was spoiled when I was younger...

I got the Bali Blue hipster! :thumbsup2

[WDWRocksMySocks]

Yeah, I saw Harry Potter land is opening next spring so I'm hoping that means it'll be open when we go in April!

Uh oh, Coach too?! I don't think I'll ever get into Coach, way too expensive for me. You know what is really sad is I see sooo many young girls at the mall (I'm talking 10, 11 years old) carrying Coach. And I thought I was spoiled when I was younger...

I got the Bali Blue hipster! :thumbsup2

It looks like it's going to be really cool! I can't wait to check it out. Are you guys going to Universal in April, too? I love going to both places. Although, I always come home feeling like I need another vacation just to relax. But, isn't that what it's all about? :lmao:

Yeah, I know! I've promised myself I won't get too carried away w/ Coach, but we'll see. I know what you mean about young girls carrying them. It's crazy! I was watching this segment on the Today Show and they did a study w/ kids who could recognize Louis Vuitton, Chanel and all these other high end brands. CRAZY!!!

Ooh, I love the Bali Blue hipster --- cute!!

[WDWRocksMySocks]

I getting SO excited!! Not only do we have 8 days left until our trip, but I'm going to see Keith Urban tomorrow!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! :woohoo: He's playing at the Indiana State Fair, so we're going to checkout the fair...eat some yummy, greasy corn dogs, look at the animals, eat more corn dogs and see the concert. I can't wait!!!!!

Onto some trip related stuff...I really need to make a to-do list, since we only have about a week left and I still have a lot to do.

To-Buy

Ponchos
Travel size hand sanitizer
Hair pins
Travel size bar of soap
Cliff Bars -- I'll throw them in my suitcase.
Frizz-Ease or something to help calm my crazy hair in the Florida heat -- I really don't want to look like this:
http://i129.photobucket.com/albums/p228/kmphilli/CrazyHair.jpg


To-Do

Don't stress about weather, and possible tropical storms :goodvibes
Don't stress about possible crowds, heat, etc...
Clean the house
Get office, email, etc... organized
Get suitcases out
Organize clothes, shoes, etc.. that we want to take
Pack
Get cat stuff ready and organized for my mom -- she's watching our kitties for the week
Catch up on laundry
Confirm ADRs
Confirm hotel reservations
Confirm car rental
Organize pins and lanyard
Finalize transportation to and from IND airport
Go through travel folder and ensure all docs are there, if not, print out missing items
Make sure tickets are with all other travel documents -- DO NOT LOSE!!
Get addresses to send postcards to family and friends -- mainly my nephews, nieces and friends kids
Get change for tolls

[wdwgirl03]

It looks like it's going to be really cool! I can't wait to check it out. Are you guys going to Universal in April, too? I love going to both places. Although, I always come home feeling like I need another vacation just to relax. But, isn't that what it's all about? :lmao:

Yeah, I know! I've promised myself I won't get too carried away w/ Coach, but we'll see. I know what you mean about young girls carrying them. It's crazy! I was watching this segment on the Today Show and they did a study w/ kids who could recognize Louis Vuitton, Chanel and all these other high end brands. CRAZY!!!

Ooh, I love the Bali Blue hipster --- cute!!

We probably won't go to Universal in April...unless Harry Potter is open! It does look like it's going to be really cool.

Wow, that is sad, I don't even know if I could recognize those brands (other than Coach). haha!

Have fun at the State Fair! We went to the Wisconsin State Fair on Sunday. Got our traditional cream puffs (mmmmm, sooo good!) but didn't bother trying the chocolate covered bacon. Yes, that is right, they had chocolate covered bacon. :rotfl::scared1:

[Lynn5700]

HAHA I love that episode of Friends LMAO!!!

I can't beleive you only have 8 days left!!!! So exciting.

[WDWRocksMySocks]

We probably won't go to Universal in April...unless Harry Potter is open! It does look like it's going to be really cool.

Wow, that is sad, I don't even know if I could recognize those brands (other than Coach). haha!

Have fun at the State Fair! We went to the Wisconsin State Fair on Sunday. Got our traditional cream puffs (mmmmm, sooo good!) but didn't bother trying the chocolate covered bacon. Yes, that is right, they had chocolate covered bacon. :rotfl::scared1:

Ooh, I hope it's open when you go. I'd love to live vicariously through you and see all your pics!

Isn't it, though? Kids these days are crazy spoiled. It's sad, really.

The State Fair was a BLAST!!! Funny you mentioned the chocolate covered bacon. Aaron actually tried some! :eek: It was so GROSS and really cold. He didn't even finish it. I took some pics, and I'll have to post some when I get home from work. Seriously, so gross! However, the deep-fried brownies were amazing. My friend tried some deep fried Pepsi and loved it.

HAHA I love that episode of Friends LMAO!!!

I can't beleive you only have 8 days left!!!! So exciting.

Haha, isn't that a great episode? I miss Friends. :sad1: Although really, the reruns are on like 3 times a day here so it's like it never went off.

Only 5 now! :woohoo::yay::woohoo::yay::woohoo: I'm so excited.

[WDWRocksMySocks]

I'm officially starting to freak out a little bit. While I know I wasn't exactly a genius planning a trip during hurricane season, I never really thought much of it. After all, who cares about silly hurricanes -- I'm going to Disney World! Well...Tropical Storm Bill has turned into a hurricane and I'm STRESSED! :headache: I'm already one of those people who worries WAY more than they should, but now I'm REALLY freaked out. I checked out the projected path on the National Weather Service website and it does look promising for us:

http://i129.photobucket.com/albums/p228/kmphilli/Bill.gif

I'm sending out all the good weather vibes I possible can. :goodvibes :goodvibes :goodvibes I just hope it stays out to sea and fades out. I'm actually not so worried about being down there for the rain. I'm far more FREAKED out flying down there on Sunday. I'm not really an easy flyer anyway so add this to the mix and I'm officially SPAZZING out. :scared1:

Please help calm my craziness!!

[Lynn5700]

OH NO!!! Shuy up!!! Grrrrr that stinks :( Well hopefully it doesn't hit, and it just stays out at sea. I'm sending you pixie dust! Hope it doesn't mess with your flight or anything.

[wdwgirl03]

I hope it doesn't mess up your flight either! Hopefully everything will be OK when we leave on Thursday but ever since our flight was cancelled a couple years ago I know I'll be holding my breath every time they make an announcement at the airport. Crossing my fingers for the both of us!

[lisalonglash]

OK, no freaking out allowed :hug: It'll be fine, I'm sure :thumbsup2 I am not going to go on the hurricane website before our trip because I'm sure I'll freak out too :rotfl2: Calm weather vibes coming your way... :goodvibes

[WDWRocksMySocks]

OH NO!!! Shuy up!!! Grrrrr that stinks :( Well hopefully it doesn't hit, and it just stays out at sea. I'm sending you pixie dust! Hope it doesn't mess with your flight or anything.

Thanks for the pixie dust, Lynn!! I think it will be okay. Just as long as the flight is smooth and uneventful, I'll be fine. :goodvibes

I hope it doesn't mess up your flight either! Hopefully everything will be OK when we leave on Thursday but ever since our flight was cancelled a couple years ago I know I'll be holding my breath every time they make an announcement at the airport. Crossing my fingers for the both of us!

Sending out some major good weather vibes for both of us this week!! :goodvibes:goodvibes:goodvibes:goodvibes:goodvibes :goodvibes

I can't believe it's almost here.

OK, no freaking out allowed :hug: It'll be fine, I'm sure :thumbsup2 I am not going to go on the hurricane website before our trip because I'm sure I'll freak out too :rotfl2: Calm weather vibes coming your way... :goodvibes

Thanks Lisa!! :hug: I'm sure it will be fine. It just sucks when you're a super anxious worrier like myself. :sad2: I can't wait to get there. Mmm...Wilderness Lodge here we come!!!!!!

[annnewjerz]

You'll be fine!!! :goodvibes Just keep a positive attitude and realize that WDW is hardly ever really affected by a hurricane since it is a decent amount inland. Plus---if a hurricane hits, less people will be out on the rides, so that'll work out well! ;)

Here are my hurricane stories, to put your mind at ease :thumbsup2

In October 2005, we honeymooned just south of Cancun. While we were there, the thought of a hurricane never crossed my mind but we ended up leaving two days before Hurricane Wilma (a Cat. 5 storm) made landfall right on Cancun. So many hotels were ruined, tourists stranded for days and residents left homeless. We were lucky we got out just in time---left to come home on October 18 and Wilma hit October 21.

Last year in August, we planned a trip back to the same place in Mexico. One day before we were scheduled to leave---Hurricane Gustav appeared. The projected path was that it would be making landfall right over the Cancun area. I kept thinking positively and made the (possibly) foolish decision to go anyway and make the best of it. I checked the weather everyday while we were there and a few days into the trip, that Cat. 3 hurricane was still supposed to be making landfall where we were. At the last minute, it took a turn to the east and went right through the islands and the Yucatan Peninsula and we didn't get even one day of rain.

In the end, travel during hurricane season is a real crap shoot. I hope nothing will spoil your trip (or delay your flight) and no matter what happens, once you are down there just keep repeating the mantra "I'm in Disney" and smile and you're bound to have a great trip.

Good luck!!!!!

[WDWRocksMySocks]

You'll be fine!!! :goodvibes Just keep a positive attitude and realize that WDW is hardly ever really affected by a hurricane since it is a decent amount inland. Plus---if a hurricane hits, less people will be out on the rides, so that'll work out well! ;)

Here are my hurricane stories, to put your mind at ease :thumbsup2

In October 2005, we honeymooned just south of Cancun. While we were there, the thought of a hurricane never crossed my mind but we ended up leaving two days before Hurricane Wilma (a Cat. 5 storm) made landfall right on Cancun. So many hotels were ruined, tourists stranded for days and residents left homeless. We were lucky we got out just in time---left to come home on October 18 and Wilma hit October 21.

Last year in August, we planned a trip back to the same place in Mexico. One day before we were scheduled to leave---Hurricane Gustav appeared. The projected path was that it would be making landfall right over the Cancun area. I kept thinking positively and made the (possibly) foolish decision to go anyway and make the best of it. I checked the weather everyday while we were there and a few days into the trip, that Cat. 3 hurricane was still supposed to be making landfall where we were. At the last minute, it took a turn to the east and went right through the islands and the Yucatan Peninsula and we didn't get even one day of rain.

In the end, travel during hurricane season is a real crap shoot. I hope nothing will spoil your trip (or delay your flight) and no matter what happens, once you are down there just keep repeating the mantra "I'm in Disney" and smile and you're bound to have a great trip.

Good luck!!!!!

Thanks Anne!!! I've really come to realize that I just need to let go of all the worrying. It's taking away from my Disney high and that's no good. Plus, you're right...if there is rain it will drive lots of people away and the park will be far less crowded!

So glad to hear your hurricane stories turned out so well. It definitely sounds like you have some seriously good weather vibes going on. I just hope they carry over to me, now. :goodvibes:goodvibes:goodvibes

I just need to focus on the positive -- we're going to Disney World this week!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! A wet day at Disney is still a far better day than being stuck at work. :thumbsup2

[annnewjerz]

A wet day at Disney is still a far better day than being stuck at work. :thumbsup2

I couldn't agree more. :goodvibes

[WDWRocksMySocks]

I looked online this afternoon, and was able to switch our Chef Mickey ADR! The original time was for Thursday at 7:25am. Since that day is a free day, we wanted something a little later. Until today, I wasn't able to find anything. I managed to switch to 9:20am -- much better!! :woohoo: Does anyone know when they stop serving breakfast there?

[annnewjerz]

I looked online this afternoon, and was able to switch our Chef Mickey ADR! The original time was for Thursday at 7:25am. Since that day is a free day, we wanted something a little later. Until today, I wasn't able to find anything. I managed to switch to 9:20am -- much better!! :woohoo: Does anyone know when they stop serving breakfast there?

Congrats! I wouldn't want to be up that early on an "off" day either---glad you get to go later. It looks like Chef Mickey stops serving breakfast at 11:30am.

http://www.wdwinfo.com/wdwinfo/dining/diningdetail.cfm?Restaurant.ID=55

[wdwgirl03]

Well since we leave tomorrow morning :dance3: I thought I'd tell you HAVE A GREAT TRIP!!! See ya down there!

[Lynn5700]

I looked online this afternoon, and was able to switch our Chef Mickey ADR! The original time was for Thursday at 7:25am. Since that day is a free day, we wanted something a little later. Until today, I wasn't able to find anything. I managed to switch to 9:20am -- much better!! :woohoo: Does anyone know when they stop serving breakfast there?

Oh that's great. I think they stop at like 11. Not sure though.

EEEKKKK you leave in 2 days!!!! :banana::woohoo::yay::dance3::cool1::worship::thum bsup2:cheer2:

[WDWRocksMySocks]

Congrats! I wouldn't want to be up that early on an "off" day either---glad you get to go later. It looks like Chef Mickey stops serving breakfast at 11:30am.

http://www.wdwinfo.com/wdwinfo/dining/diningdetail.cfm?Restaurant.ID=55

Yeah, I was even thinking 9:20 would be too early. :lmao: I'm really looking forward to taking the boat over to the Contemporary and then doing some monorail resort hopping (something I've never done) afterwards. I CANNOT WAIT!!!!!!!

Thanks for the link. I guess I could've done that myself -- had I actually thought about it. :rolleyes1

Well since we leave tomorrow morning :dance3: I thought I'd tell you HAVE A GREAT TRIP!!! See ya down there!

I'm so jealous! You are hanging out at WDW right now. Can't wait to be down there on Sunday!!!!!

Oh that's great. I think they stop at like 11. Not sure though.

EEEKKKK you leave in 2 days!!!! :banana::woohoo::yay::dance3::cool1::worship::thum bsup2:cheer2:

Hey Lynn! Seriously, I can't wait until Sunday. I've been doing a happy dance all day long in my office. Thank goodness no one else can see me. :lmao: I'm so excited!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! :dance3::yay::woohoo::banana:

[DisneymoonJess07]

We have a Chef Mickey's reservation at like, 11:20 or something, and since we get the kosher menu we pre-order, and it was breakfast food. We're having a late morning that day, so it will work great.

[Lynn5700]

Just 1 more full day to go!! AHHHH!!!!!!

[Beka]

YAY! It's here! Have a great trip! Can't wait to hear about it when you get back! It's hot as all get-out down there right now, but it's completely doable if you pace yourself!

[debraW76]

I had a lot of catching up to do but wanted to be sure I stopped by to see you off before you left.

VB: I liked the one that you could close. Who needs to carry all that stuff around anyhow?

WooHoo about adding US!! :woohoo: :woohoo:

Great decision about changing Chef Mickey to 9 instead of 7 :woohoo: :woohoo:

The pics of VWL looks awesome! Can't wait to see your pics when you get back.

Sending you some :wizard: hoping that Bill doesn't mess up your long anticipated vacation. Have fun, take lots of photos, and stay out of trouble!!

[WDWRocksMySocks]

We have a Chef Mickey's reservation at like, 11:20 or something, and since we get the kosher menu we pre-order, and it was breakfast food. We're having a late morning that day, so it will work great.

Ooh, I'm jealous! I tried to get an even later ADR but to no avail. Sounds like fun! Hope you have a great time!!!!

Just 1 more full day to go!! AHHHH!!!!!!

We leave tomorrow!!!!!!!!!!!!! I am so excited!!!!!!!!

YAY! It's here! Have a great trip! Can't wait to hear about it when you get back! It's hot as all get-out down there right now, but it's completely doable if you pace yourself!

Thanks Beka! I can't believe it's FINALLY here. It feels like I've been planning FOREVER!!! I'm not sure if I'm ready for the heat, though. It's like 70 here today. Can't wait to come back and read your TR!! I love all those FB pictures you've posted. I can't get over how cute Conner is!

I had a lot of catching up to do but wanted to be sure I stopped by to see you off before you left.

VB: I liked the one that you could close. Who needs to carry all that stuff around anyhow?

WooHoo about adding US!! :woohoo: :woohoo:

Great decision about changing Chef Mickey to 9 instead of 7 :woohoo: :woohoo:

The pics of VWL looks awesome! Can't wait to see your pics when you get back.

Sending you some :wizard: hoping that Bill doesn't mess up your long anticipated vacation. Have fun, take lots of photos, and stay out of trouble!!

Aw, thanks!! I'm getting all excited. WOO!!

I've decided to stick w/ the zipper one. Although, I might throw the other one in my luggage...just to have options.

I'm going to take a TON of pictures at WL/VWL. I am so freaking excited to stay there!!!

Thanks -- I hope the weather is tolerable. :goodvibes

Can't guarantee about the staying out of trouble. ;)

[WDWRocksMySocks]

This time tomorrow, I'll be hanging out at the Magic Kingdom -- hopefully riding Splash Mountain! I think I'm all packed, all my stuff is sitting by the door and I'm ready to hit the road!

I'm proud of myself -- I remembered to check-in online exactly at 11:30 this morning. So, I was able to get A-19 and A-20 boarding passes. Not bad!

I am so freaking excited!!!!!!!!!!! :banana::yay::banana::yay::banana:

[Lynn5700]

HEY!!!!!!!! Have a great time Kirsten!! Can't wait to hear all about it!!! So excited for you:dance3::yay::woohoo::banana::cool1:

[lisalonglash]

Have a FANTASTIC time, Kirsten!!!! I hope your trip is filled with laughter, fun and pixie dust :wizard:

Can't wait to read about your adventures when you're back! :banana:

[wdwgirl03]

Hey, hope you had an awesome trip and I can't wait to hear all about it! :cool1:

[WDWRocksMySocks]

Thanks everyone!!! We had an AMAZING time. The Wilderness Lodge is simply breathtaking. I'm definitely a groupie now. It had me the minute I saw the big archway. Swoon...so in love! :lovestruc We had such a great time. The crowds weren't bad -- longest wait time was about 20 minutes (minus one snafu with Splash Mountain and an idiot CM). Universal was even better -- are longest wait there was 15 minutes!!! The even better news is neither of us died of heat exposure...now that's definitely a plus!! :thumbsup2

I'll be starting my first ever TR soon, so hopefully you guys will follow me over to that. In the mean time, I'll leave you with some cute PhotoPass pictures:

http://photos-e.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc1/hs181.snc1/6016_962078250379_6852884_53507692_509179_n.jpg

http://photos-e.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc1/hs181.snc1/6016_962090231369_6852884_53508396_3815888_n.jpg

http://photos-f.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc1/hs181.snc1/6016_962090106619_6852884_53508389_6489116_n.jpg

[Beka]

Love the pics! Can't wait to read your TR!

[wdwgirl03]

I saw those pictures on your facebook and they are SOOO cute! I'll definitely be waiting for your TR. :)

[WDWRocksMySocks]

Love the pics! Can't wait to read your TR!

Thanks!! I just started my TR. I hope it helps me feel better about being home. I forgot how boring and monotonous my life was before Disney.

I saw those pictures on your facebook and they are SOOO cute! I'll definitely be waiting for your TR. :)

Yay, so glad you liked them! I got a little picture happy. :lmao:

[WDWRocksMySocks]

I have officially started my TR. Here's a link (http://disboards.com/showthread.php?p=33383658#post33383658) for anyone who is interested.

[wdwgirl03]

I have officially started my TR. Here's a link (http://disboards.com/showthread.php?p=33383658#post33383658) for anyone who is interested.

YAY, I am on my way over now!

[Lynn5700]

YAY you started!!! Going there now! I love all the pics on facebook!