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lizet313

02-18-2009, 01:50 PM

Hi all my name is lizet my baby sister is graduating from high school in 2010. I know it might be early but I need some ideas on where to stay? and what to do?

I went to my first trip to WDW in Feb. 11th through the 15th and I stayed in SSR I loved the resort it's beautiful and peaceful. I enjoyed it but I don't want her to walk to much.

Extra info my sis has one leg shorter than the other one well they are the same length but for some reason when she was 7yrs old she began saying her knees hurt when we took her to the doctor they found out she was going to need operation after she was done growing to pull her leg away from her pelvis. Some how her leg is stuck close to her pelvis. She is a good girl we do not allow anything less than a high C in our family luckily she has all A's one C in grades. So she deserves the trip I was thinking it was either this or a cruise. We both are disney and mickey lovers. I have a wheel chair for her for when she gets tired.

I was interested in looking for a resort where you can view the fireworks at night or something where there is entertainment close by something fun and exciting.

I am 22yrs old I know I know what took me so long to go to disney? To be honest I really have no idea I have always wanted to go to disney but I think the one thing that can always stop someone is money.

Well thanks to all that read this. Thanks for all your help in advance.:)

Oh PS my sister is the first one to graduate on time. My brother and I graduated in August just a couple of months after the real graduation but we did I am class of 05 and my bro is class of 06 I am very proud of us but we decided we where not going to let our little sister make the same mistakes we did. She has not one but two siblings to look after her and protect her.:grouphug:

PrincessEeyore

02-18-2009, 02:05 PM

Well, I know that the Grand Floridian, the Polynesian, and Contemporary Resort all have good views of the Magic Kingdom Fireworks.
For your sister's convenience, the Grand Floridian has a monorail that runs right through the lobby of the hotel that goes to the Magic Kingdom. Of course, you can always utlize the buses that go from each resort to all the theme parks, Downtown Disney, and the water parks.

It's really sweet that you're planning this for your sister! She sounds really deserving of it and it'll be a great trip with your family! :goodvibes

lizet313

02-18-2009, 02:39 PM

Thanks I will look into those resorts and the Grand Floridian sounds interesting. I dont know what else to do I know that what ever my plans are I have to take the wheel chair just as a back up she walks fine with her legs but she can't stand walking for a very long time.

lizet313

02-23-2009, 09:01 AM

What kind of Character Meals are there?

hkrox

02-23-2009, 08:06 PM

There are a lot of fun character meals. I've only been to Cape May which is in the Beach Club. The only character meal they have is breakfast. And the characters they have are Minnie, Goofy, Chip, and Dale. There they are all dressed in beach clothes.

Then there is Chef Mickey's which is in the Contemporary Resort. This I would say is the most popular one so you have to reserve far in advance. The character's there are Mickey, Minnie, Goofy, Pluto and Donald. There they are all in chef clothes. They have character breakfasts and dinners, but breakfast is much more affordable.

I've heard that another great one is the Crystal Palace at the Magic Kingdom. It is the one and only dining with Winnie the Pooh and friends. They serve breakfast, lunch, and dinner. A tip for this place is to get reservations for an early breakfast because then you can get a picture in front of Cinderella's castle without people in the background because you can get into the Magic Kingdom before opening.

Another one is Ohana's Best Friends Breakfast featuring Lilo and Stitch. It is in the Polynesian resort. You can eat breakfast with Lilo and Stitch.

One more main one is Cinderella's Royal Table. It is located inside Cinderella's castle in the Magic Kingdom. Reservations are required and they serve breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Your meal also comes with a souvenir photo of your party.

I hope this helped. Here is the link to a website that has even more meals all over WDW. http://www.wdwinfo.com/Just_for_kids/character_dining.cfm Have a great time!

KidGoofy

02-23-2009, 08:11 PM

Its not early at all...we already have mine set up. We are going on the DCL for one of the European trips in 2010

lizet313

02-24-2009, 08:25 AM

My sister is the one in the left with light brown hair I am the one in the right.

http://i140.photobucket.com/albums/r7/babygirl114227/SISNME5.jpg

We might be going with my niece and nephew he is 7yrs old right now and my niece is going to be 1yr old in april

http://i140.photobucket.com/albums/r7/babygirl114227/ANGELNJOCELYN.jpg

So by end of May beginning of June he will be 8 he will be excited to go
http://i140.photobucket.com/albums/r7/babygirl114227/ANGEL.jpg

She will be 2yrs old and walking I think she would love it
http://i140.photobucket.com/albums/r7/babygirl114227/243943125893.jpg

My nephew wanted to go in Feb. with me but I didn't want him to miss school so I told him in my next trip he will go. I will post more pics of the family later.

lizet313

02-24-2009, 08:32 AM

Oh that is good to know I need to finalize the dates and then I will be ready to make reservations and everything.

Its not early at all...we already have mine set up. We are going on the DCL for one of the European trips in 2010

All of those sound wonderful now my dilema will be what to choose:confused3
There are a lot of fun character meals. I've only been to Cape May which is in the Beach Club. The only character meal they have is breakfast. And the characters they have are Minnie, Goofy, Chip, and Dale. There they are all dressed in beach clothes.

Then there is Chef Mickey's which is in the Contemporary Resort. This I would say is the most popular one so you have to reserve far in advance. The character's there are Mickey, Minnie, Goofy, Pluto and Donald. There they are all in chef clothes. They have character breakfasts and dinners, but breakfast is much more affordable.

I've heard that another great one is the Crystal Palace at the Magic Kingdom. It is the one and only dining with Winnie the Pooh and friends. They serve breakfast, lunch, and dinner. A tip for this place is to get reservations for an early breakfast because then you can get a picture in front of Cinderella's castle without people in the background because you can get into the Magic Kingdom before opening.

Another one is Ohana's Best Friends Breakfast featuring Lilo and Stitch. It is in the Polynesian resort. You can eat breakfast with Lilo and Stitch.

One more main one is Cinderella's Royal Table. It is located inside Cinderella's castle in the Magic Kingdom. Reservations are required and they serve breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Your meal also comes with a souvenir photo of your party.

I hope this helped. Here is the link to a website that has even more meals all over WDW. http://www.wdwinfo.com/Just_for_kids/character_dining.cfm Have a great time!

lizet313

02-24-2009, 10:59 AM

This is a pic of my brother he is one yr younger than me (he will turn 21 in july) and my mom CLASS OF 2006

http://i140.photobucket.com/albums/r7/babygirl114227/brograduating.jpg

This is my bro again and my dad oh and the lady in the background smiling is my aunt she might go not sure.

http://i140.photobucket.com/albums/r7/babygirl114227/brondad.jpg

I have an older brother the father of the kids my niece and nephew he really doesnt take pictures. So that is my family.

PosessedEeyore

02-24-2009, 11:57 AM

when we stayed at the boardwalk in we had a wonderful view of the fireworks at epcot.
but if you want view of fireworks at MK one of the monorail resorts (grand floridian, contemporary, polynesian) are the best.
as for character meals the 1900 park fair (i think thats what its called) at the grand floridian is great. i believe the characters are mary poppins, the mad hatter, alice (from alice in wonderland), winnie the pooh, meg (i think from hercules but im not sure cause i have never seen it), and a few others i cant remember.
i hope i could help! :upsidedow

lizet313

02-24-2009, 12:40 PM

Yeah thanks but besides all the breakfast lunch and dinner shows/ character meals.

what else can I do?
something for kids?
something for grown ups?
Activities?

I am trying to create something special for my sister since she is graduating.
I don't have any ideas:confused3 the only one I know of is a special basket mickey ears and some other items.

lizet313

02-24-2009, 03:26 PM

What are the top hotels to stay at? What are your favorites?

I stayed at SSr and loved it but everything in the hotel looked far you either have to walk or wait for the bus. I stayed at Congress Park I loved it the room is nice the view was nice too. I just didn't like the fact that it was so far from the Springs which is where the Arcade was at the restaurants and the lobby. It was quite and I felt very relaxed.

I am interested in other options.

What is there to do in other hotels resorts etc?
I heard something about a photo shoot I would like to know more.
Any information available please just let me know.

Thanks in advance.

hkrox

02-24-2009, 08:45 PM

Well, I stayed in the French Quarter and loved it. It's a moderate resort so if your looking for a more affordable one, consider this. The value ones might not be what your looking for because they look kind of young.

lizet313

03-24-2009, 09:19 AM

I had spoken to my sister about the plans and we went to check out the different resorts and hotels and i think she was interested in the Animal Kingdom Lodge. Has anyone been there?

DramaGirl

03-24-2009, 03:11 PM

I absolutely love Animal Kingdom Lodge. I stayed there in January. It's beautiful, the theming and details are amazing, and you can see all these African animals just outside your balcony. The only thing I don't like about AKL is that it's so far from the other parks (other than Animal Kingdom of course) but I'd say it's worth it. Not more than 15 minutes away from anything I'm pretty sure... though I could be wrong- could be 5 or 20 minutes... lol

lizet313

03-26-2009, 09:47 AM

lol yeah I saw that too I am debating because my sister can get carried away sometimes although she is 17yrs am afraid she would want to jump the balcony to see them up close :scared1:.

This is my plan we will go in March of 2010 it will be to celebrate her graduation but it will also serve for my mom's purpose you see I kind of showed her the Flower and Garden festival pics from epcot and she went crazy:rotfl: she loves flowers and gardens. So it runs from middle of March through the end of May. So it will be my moms and sisters first time so I would want to fit both of their interest.

lizet313

04-07-2009, 04:08 PM

:confused3

courtney2702

04-08-2009, 10:31 AM

Hello. Im going to wdw this may for senior week/ graduation trip! Im hoping to be some help to you. Im going with two of my freinds. we are straying at the pop. To make our trip a little more special we decided to make a few shirts likea mickey with a cap and gown. If you want i can send the link to you.

saratogadreamin09

04-08-2009, 10:38 AM

I would recommend Contemproary. It has MK views and you dont have to walk a lot because everything is right there.

My favorite character meal is at the Crystal Palace. I've never been there for breakfast but the lunch and dinner buffets are wonderful. The character interaction is great and the food is amaing. Its my favorite restaurant in all of disney

lizet313

04-08-2009, 10:48 AM

Oh yes please do It will be helpful to get ideas. Thanks I was thinking about Crystal Palace too. I want to do so many things but I have to slow the pace down so she can spend the full day at each park.

courtney2702

04-08-2009, 01:53 PM

lizet313

04-08-2009, 01:59 PM

I hope you aked for this :confused3 lol anyway: The link for the tshirts are: http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=2040650 look under graduation this lady is so great she made thoes for me! you can have her customize them, or mabey shell creat you your own. the desisng board have so great!

Have you decided whether you are doing the dining plan?

Yes I did want to ask about that. Sorry I am at work and my thoughts get me carried away lol :rotfl2: I think of something but sometimes my fingers are not as fast as my mind.

We are going to do the dining plan I went on my trip in Feb. and I had dinner reservations but I didn't make them on time so I got what ever was left for those days. That is why I am trying to organize myself alittle more and may be start a pre trip report for my first time too.

I am probably going to go next yr in March for Spring Break or in May after her graduation.

courtney2702

04-08-2009, 04:14 PM

my favorite meals we did with the dinning plan were cheft mickey and i absolutly LOVE the hoopty doo review and if you guys are not super sensitive to some pickin' on i would ddeffinitly try th 50's prime time cafe its so much fun!

lizet313

04-09-2009, 09:15 AM

bouncytigger22

04-09-2009, 09:28 AM

Hi, I stayed at the Beach Club and it was amazing. It's a little pricy so if you are not looking for that then sorry! But the pool is AMAZING. Sand bottom! Huge water Slide! Lazy River! It's so cool! And you walk right into Epcot. For dinner and stuff, I really recommend Tepan Edo in Japan in Epcot. It was so good! Also, I reallly loved Cape May (in the beach club) for breakfast and dinner! I just liked the dinner because they had AMAZING mussels! So good! I hope this helped!

Katie

lizet313

04-09-2009, 10:13 AM

Yes it does I have to talk it over with my family I am the planner but I want to make sure everyone is in the same page when it comes down to the dinners and resorts. My mom says am too crazy and that I just want to waste money she loves disney but she tells me if you just want to get rid of the money give it to me to lower down the house rent. I think its funny because I just want to have a family vacation. When we were little we didnt get to spend a lot of time together and now that everyone works; we can have the opportunity. I went to Disney by myself and now that I kind of got the feel for it I want them to join me in the next adventure.

I took my mom to her first vacation In sept. 2008 I took her to Cancun she had a great time except one little detail that it was just me and mom. My other brothers and sister could not go and then with hurricane IKE in houston she was more overwhelmed. She loved every minute of our vacation except she kept on thinking of everyone here in houston and the bills and the storm.. She kept putting obstacles for her to not actually enjoy her self who can blame her she is a first class mom and never been really apart from her kids in yrs.

My older brother 25 father of a 7yr boy and 1yr girl me 22 brother 20 sister 17. We are pretty much all grown up but in her eyes we are just tiny kids even the one with kids:rotfl2:. Hope you understand.

I am really trying to make this trip an unforgettable trip ever where my family had a great time and really enjoyed them selves I am just trying to make everyone's dream come true in Disney. :hug::cloud9::lovestruc

lizet313

04-09-2009, 10:24 AM

When can I book a March trip?

bouncytigger22

04-09-2009, 10:26 AM

When can I book a March trip?

Now.
You can book wayyyy in advance!
Where are you guys going to stay?
If you need any help on restaurants, I'm your girl!
I've eaten at about every one of them!

lizet313

04-09-2009, 11:03 AM

I've tried to book a package for March and its not available. My mom doesn't want to spend too much money. She rather stay at POP or All star movies - sports - or music. I want to add the park tickets dining and the Magic Express bus.

Restaurant oh please do help I wanted to do at least two character meals and the rest well I don't know I have eaten at Nine Tails for dinner in Epcot Tony's for Lunch in Magic Kingdom 50's prime for Dinner in Hollywood studios and Tusker's House for Lunch in Animal Kingdom. No character meals :sad1.

I think we are going to stay for March 13th through the 20th or 21st 7 full days :cool1: :dance3. Mom wants to have a free day where she can explore outside the park go to Boardwalk Downtown Disney maybe other resorts. She likes to explore she loves scenary flowers and stuff like that. If dad goes he probably would want to go fishing or something. My sis is in love with Mickey so I wanted her to probably get a character meal and mom loves Snow White and I well I have two favorite couples Mickey & Minnie and Cinderella and Prince Charmin. :cloud9: My bro likes the rides and shows.

I know so many different activities 7 days dont sound like enough time :rotfl2:. I also wanted to go to Sea world or Discovery Cove Aquatica maybe. I dont know yet.

You can see why I have a hard time trying to figure out the activities for my family. :rotfl:

I dont know what else I should be asking:confused3

Uh I do want to create a special little gift basket for my sis. So far I have ideas I was thinking about buying a mickey sorceror plush and the hat so she can put on with maybe an autograph book. My sister is stuck with Fantasmic since I brought pictures and a video from when I went. I also started creating a scrapbook/ planner for her. I did buy one for mom hers is going to be about the Flower & Garden Festival. My bro and dad well they are not into that so I'm not even going to try.

that's nice

04-09-2009, 09:30 PM

jenseib

04-10-2009, 08:15 AM

There are a lot of fun character meals. I've only been to Cape May which is in the Beach Club. The only character meal they have is breakfast. And the characters they have are Minnie, Goofy, Chip, and Dale. There they are all dressed in beach clothes.
!

Chip and Dale are no longer there. It'sDonald now.
Also Pooh is at 1900 PF for breakfast.

lol
This is my plan we will go in March of 2010 it will be to celebrate her graduation but it will also serve for my mom's purpose you see I kind of showed her the Flower and Garden festival pics from epcot and she went crazy:rotfl: she loves flowers and gardens. So it runs from middle of March through the end of May. So it will be my moms and sisters first time so I would want to fit both of their interest.

I would aim for the second week of March. most of the flowers will be out and ready to look at. The crowds should be less. I'm not sure when easter is, but I wouldn't go anytime with in 2 weeks before and 2 weeks after. Crowds will be insane.

I've only stayed at Pop, but it is very affordable. And you can see fireworks if you walk to the back side of the 50's buldings . Epcot and MK's. Then you have more money to do other things.

Something special would be to to the keys to the kingdom tour with your sister, but there is alot of walking with it. Also the segway tours are supposed to be really cool.
I suggest getting a book like the unoffical guideor passporters to learn all there is. The unofficaly guides goes on and on about there touring plans, but thats not for me, so I would block that part out of my brain and just read about the different activities. We can have a plan like a touring plan, when we never know for sure what time my little one will wake up. But it still gives alot of valuable info.

lizet313

04-13-2009, 02:34 PM

Thanks Jenseib :hug: we will be going in the end of the second week I think we are going to be in a crowded place:crowded: but we will manage The Keys to The Kingdom sounds great I will see about the pricing and the walk. Money for other things :rolleyes::idea: sounds great. Maybe I wont tell mom :rolleyes1 so she won't think negative about it. She says Disney is alot of money.

lizet313

04-13-2009, 02:35 PM

Aaight. I'm here!!!!!!

I'll try to help with any questions you have... although I've only been to Disney 3 times. I don't know it all!:rotfl: I will re-read through your thread to see if there are any specific questions you might have that weren't answered.:goodvibes

Thanks anything will be helpful. I am thinking of starting a PTR for this trip I just want to get more ideas and actually come up with a plan before anything happens.

that's nice

04-13-2009, 02:42 PM

I would aim for the second week of March. most of the flowers will be out and ready to look at. The crowds should be less. I'm not sure when easter is, but I wouldn't go anytime with in 2 weeks before and 2 weeks after. Crowds will be insane.

I second this. We've been to Disney the last 2 years the first week in March. While this year was busier than last year, it still wasn't bad. They are just starting to get ready for the festival during the 1st week. I can imagine that by the end of the 2nd week most of the flowers would be out. We were also in Disney this past October 19-24 and it was REALLY busy. We are thinking about the 2nd week in March next year as well. :goodvibes

jenseib

04-13-2009, 04:26 PM

Last year the first week of March was the ultimate. the slowest it's ever been for me when I have gone. LOL! I think becuase of when Easter fell last year, it made things out of whack and many spring breaks for colleges were earlier.

lizet313

04-15-2009, 02:03 PM

Thanks I will see if I can talk to mom and convince her that maybe an earlier trip may be a good idea. It's just with my sisters last yr and her graduating I don't think my mom wants to take her out of school earlier because she wants her to study and gradute on time.

GOOD NEWS MY SISTER MADE THE HONOR ROLL ALL A's ONE B. :cool1::dance3::woohoo:

lizet313

04-15-2009, 02:27 PM

saratogadreamin09

04-15-2009, 02:30 PM

My favorite restaurants are:

Crystal Palace
Boma
Portobello in DTD
Ohana's

My favorite rides are:

POTC
Big Thunder Mountain Railroad (this is the railroad mountain:) )
TTA
Buzz Lightyear Space Ranger Spin
Test Track
Mission Space
Soarin'
Kali River Rapids
Expedition Everest

My favorite parks are:

MK
EPCOT
I'm not a huge fan of DHS or AK but AK does have two of my favorite rides

lizet313

04-15-2009, 02:39 PM

Do you have more information on the Restaurants? Have you tried character Meals?

that's nice

04-15-2009, 02:43 PM

You know where to go to see some character meals suggestions.:rotfl2:

If you like Mickey you can't go wrong with Chef Mickey's. Or 1900 Park Fair dinner for Cinderella, prince, stepsisters, and the stepmother is a great character dinner too!:goodvibes

lizet313

04-15-2009, 02:46 PM

LOL :rotfl2: Yeah I know I have a couple of ideas. Funny you just said that I was just rereading you trip report :rotfl2::surfweb: I just can't have enough I have to show my sister your Trip report so she can choose from your list. Thanks for all the help.

What about the guides to Disney? I don't know which one will give me more information. I bought the Disney World Savings guide from the exemployee. Do I need more? I was thinking about a special book if my nephew goes I might need it he had ADHD and he has Autism.

that's nice

04-15-2009, 02:52 PM

jenseib

04-15-2009, 09:09 PM

I think you know my opinions on character dining too. LOL! :lmao: We love it. I guess you should also see what characters your family is most interested in seeing. That may help narrow down where to go.
We love MK. but my mom,dad and sister went in Feb and that was their least favorite park. They said it was too much for kids. I disagree, but everyone has different interests.
Passporters makes a good guide. And the unofficial guide is good too, though I haven't had time to read the whole thing. The only thing I don't like about the UG is that it talks about their toruing plans alot, and we don't do a strict plan. And they suggest being there for rope drop, something we can never do.
But all the other info is great, and I ignored the touring plan talk. But I know some follow it to a T.

Birnbaum has great pictures, but even though they are supposed to be the official guide, I have found not all the info is accurate. They seem to be way off on the prices of things too at times. I think UG had the most accurate of prices.

saratogadreamin09

04-15-2009, 09:10 PM

I love the Unofficial Guide to Walt Disney World

it gives so much info and has reader comments:lmao:

bouncytigger22

04-15-2009, 09:30 PM

One other thing if it's not too much to ask would you mind stating what your favorite character meals are?

Also Favorite

Parks?

Rides?

Restaurants?

I know I might be asking for a lot and I know I am asking for your opinion I am very interested on what it might be and why.

I want to make sure this will be a trip my family won't forget and maybe with ppls different views and opinions it might help to make up my mind.

On my first and only trip

I have ate at

Nine Tails - China in Epcot.... It was ok I loved the way the building looks and the theme

Tony's - Magic Kingdom... Loved the Italian theme and the spaghetti

50's prime time - Hollywood Studios The waitress are funny

Tuskers house - Animal Kingdom BUFFET umm buffet good I loved the stake and the African theme.

I went on these
Rides

Epcot

Soarin - Mission Space - Test Track - Talking with crush - Circle of Life - (the one with nasa and the plants)

Can you tell this was the first park I went to when I got there...

Magic Kingdom

Flying Carpet - Jungle Cruise - (One of the mountains the one with the rail road) - Haunted Mansion - Phillermagic - Dumbo - Pooh ride - Peterpan - all the parades except for Spectromagic. Wishes - Pirates of the Caribbean - Dream along with mickey - Buzz Lightyear

Hollywood Studios

3D puppet show - Stars Wars - Tower of Terror - Beauty and the Beast show - Little mermaid show - Rockin Roller Coaster - Fantasmic - the great movie ride

Animal Kingdom

Kilamanjaro Safari - It's tough to be a bug - Oasis exhibits - Flights of Wonder - The yeti ride - Lion King show - Finding Nemo show - Jungle Trek ( It was a very hot day and we where there for only a couple of hours)

Went to the Pool stayed at SSR.

Hey Lizet, hope this helps:

My favorite parks are:
Magic Kingdom is definately number one because of all the different themes and rides. Epcot is my second favorite, because of all the countries and test track and mission space. It's a tie between animal kingdom and MGM for me. They are both great.

For rides, you def. need to go on Expedition Everest in Animal Kingdom. Great Ride. Also, hit the three mountains in MK. Test track and mission space in Epcot, and RRR and TOT in MGM.

For restaurants, my favorite is Tepan Edo in Japan in Epcot. yummy. Also, Sci Fi in MGM. Another one is Cape May Cafe for dinner. Wonderful seafood! Cosmic Rays and Pizzafari are my favorite CS. Also, Raglan Road in DTD is sooooooo good! Please go there!!!!!!

Katie

lizet313

04-16-2009, 09:11 AM

We also wanted to check out Tusker House Donald Safari Breakfast in AK. I've read that this is a good one. Plus if you can get a 8:00am ressie, you can be done around 9:00 and jump right on the safari. :goodvibes

I went to Tusker House for Lunch there where no Characters. The food is great they have kids buffet and adults steak, calamari, i think chicken or beef, fruit, salads, oh and the desserts umm derserts right on the middle.

I think you know my opinions on character dining too. LOL! :lmao: We love it. I guess you should also see what characters your family is most interested in seeing. That may help narrow down where to go.
We love MK. but my mom,dad and sister went in Feb and that was their least favorite park. They said it was too much for kids. I disagree, but everyone has different interests.
Passporters makes a good guide. And the unofficial guide is good too, though I haven't had time to read the whole thing. The only thing I don't like about the UG is that it talks about their toruing plans alot, and we don't do a strict plan. And they suggest being there for rope drop, something we can never do.
But all the other info is great, and I ignored the touring plan talk. But I know some follow it to a T.

Birnbaum has great pictures, but even though they are supposed to be the official guide, I have found not all the info is accurate. They seem to be way off on the prices of things too at times. I think UG had the most accurate of prices.

Yes definitely I now your opinion and that's nice opinions of character meals :rotfl2: thanks for sharing your info with everyone. I loved MK it had everything and my fav the CASTLE:cloud9: oh I just love that castle. Thanks for the info of the UG I think I will get that one.

I love the Unofficial Guide to Walt Disney World

it gives so much info and has reader comments:lmao:

LOL Thanks I will certainly look into that I think i can go to Border's and pick up a few right? Or do I have to order online?

Hey Lizet, hope this helps:

My favorite parks are:
Magic Kingdom is definately number one because of all the different themes and rides. Epcot is my second favorite, because of all the countries and test track and mission space. It's a tie between animal kingdom and MGM for me. They are both great.

For rides, you def. need to go on Expedition Everest in Animal Kingdom. Great Ride. Also, hit the three mountains in MK. Test track and mission space in Epcot, and RRR and TOT in MGM.

For restaurants, my favorite is Tepan Edo in Japan in Epcot. yummy. Also, Sci Fi in MGM. Another one is Cape May Cafe for dinner. Wonderful seafood! Cosmic Rays and Pizzafari are my favorite CS. Also, Raglan Road in DTD is sooooooo good! Please go there!!!!!!

Katie

I will look into the restaurants and show my family the different options that are available. I agree with the rides I love those too. My traveling buddy loved Mission Space we rode it like 5 times :rotfl2: She just kept pulling me to go and go again. LOL

My mom and I where arguing yesterday :sad2: because of Disney she says I am just into spending money and that I don't pay attention at the other things that are important. I told her this is important and that my sister Janet deserves this. After everything she has gone through it's time for her and the whole family to go on a trip together but she sees a quote of more than $500.00 and she freaks out:scared1: I understand she is a mom:laundy: and has to make sure we have everything she derserves but where is the excitement. She said it is good to have dreams but sometimes we have to look at the reality:sad1::scared1:. DISNEY IS A REALITY FOR ME. My sister didn't know what to say. My mom just said if she can't make it that I should just take her with me.:mad: Where is the fun with the family we are there to celebrate. I just don't know what to say so she can at least think about it:confused3. Sorry to vent this out like that its just am frustrated :headache: So anyways I will come back with more questions later. Thanks for reading. :grouphug: If you have any ideas let me know I am eager to find out different options I might have.

that's nice

04-16-2009, 03:09 PM

I went to Tusker House for Lunch there where no Characters. The food is great they have kids buffet and adults steak, calamari, i think chicken or beef, fruit, salads, oh and the desserts umm derserts right on the middle.

You are right about the lunch..... They only have characters at breakfast and this is fairly new.

http://www.wdwinfo.com/wdwinfo/dining/diningdetail.cfm?Restaurant.ID=267

Tusker House starts the morning with "Donald's Safari Breakfast. "(Only breakfast features characters.)

Breakfast Buffet - Breakfast Selections: Assorted cream cheeses, jams, jellies and fruit chutneys, yogurt station, fresh fruit, milk, waffle station, scrambled eggs, bacon and sausage, potato wedges, cereal, biscuits & gravy, veggie frittata, Ham & cheese frittata, corned beef hash, cheese blintzes, beef Bobotie quiche, yam casserole, carved rotisserie honey ham, oatmeal, porridge, cinnamon rolls, assorted muffins and breads, turnovers, danish, and croissants. - $19.99

saratogadreamin09

04-16-2009, 03:11 PM

Every borders Ive ever been in has had the unofficial guide in it:)

that's nice

04-16-2009, 03:19 PM

My mom and I where arguing yesterday :sad2: because of Disney she says I am just into spending money and that I don't pay attention at the other things that are important. I told her this is important and that my sister Janet deserves this. After everything she has gone through it's time for her and the whole family to go on a trip together but she sees a quote of more than $500.00 and she freaks out:scared1: I understand she is a mom:laundy: and has to make sure we have everything she derserves but where is the excitement. She said it is good to have dreams but sometimes we have to look at the reality:sad1::scared1:. DISNEY IS A REALITY FOR ME. My sister didn't know what to say. My mom just said if she can't make it that I should just take her with me.:mad: Where is the fun with the family we are there to celebrate. I just don't know what to say so she can at least think about it:confused3. Sorry to vent this out like that its just am frustrated :headache: So anyways I will come back with more questions later. Thanks for reading. :grouphug: If you have any ideas let me know I am eager to find out different options I might have.

I can see where your mom is coming from. I have a brother and sister and when we were kids we never went to Disney. It was too expensive for my parents. We did go on vacations... mostly camping. It is nice to get away and spend time together as a family.

That being said there are cheaper options than staying in the parks. Hotels are hurting right now. You can get cheaper rooms now. If your whole family is going, look into staying offsite and rent a 2/3BR condo. I've seen prices for those around $99 a night. You can eat breakfast there and save tons of $$$$.

Is there a way you can work extra or cut back on spending? Like no coffee or no eating out can help keep money in your pocket. Put $2-5 a day into a Disney Fund. Sell unwanted items that you don't use anymore. These are just a few ideas!:goodvibes

lizet313

04-16-2009, 04:38 PM

I understand my mom too. It's just am a disney freak and I would love to see the family go all together. You know the condo doesn't sound like a bad idea I might look into that it's just then we are going to have to rent a car and gas and etc. I will have to do my research.

Thanks for your ideas they are great except I don't drink coffee :rotfl: so i can't cut that I hardly go out to eat. I was thinking about a garage sale. I have tried creating a Disney fund or a savings fund and my sister sneaks in and takes it for lunch money :rotfl2: I can't blame her though high school is expensive and she needs to eat lol. I have opened a savings account and have rounded up about $300.00 but then I was really sick and needed to pay my doctor bills it just looks like saving money is not made for me :confused3 I will keep trying I am thinking about opening an account where I have no access to it so I won't be tempted.

I hope it works. :thumbsup2

jenseib

04-16-2009, 07:47 PM

$300 won't get you too far at Disney. LOL! :lmao::rotfl2:

lizet313

04-17-2009, 09:17 AM

I know but it was a start :rotfl: I was going to use that as the deposit and then be making payments until it was time and I still have until March 2010 to save up so it would of been a lot by then but oh well have to start with another plan :confused3

lizet313

04-20-2009, 03:49 PM

Ok so I have discovered that if I put aside $400.00 every month I can save up to $2,400.00 by Dec. and $1,200 from January to March :cool1:. That is a total of $3,600 I told my bro and my mom that I just need them to save about $1,200.00 each to make the trip more special and worth it. So I finally convinced mom to say yes to the trip:dance3:. My brother is saying yes he just needs to find out if his job will give him the time off. My dad is kind of deciding he says he will have no fun and he will miss his soccer games when he is there. So I am almost there on convincing the whole family in going yes I am very excited.

Now for more help.

Trying to loose weight!!!

I was just wondering if any of you have tried loosing weight to go to Disney in a better shape and over all a better health.

My mom is trying to loose weight by March 2010 is her goal. She has Asthma but it is under control and she also has Thyroids it is harder for her to loose weight.

I was wondering if you want to loose weight what would you do?
What activities?
Diet?
Pills?

I have no idea how to help her out and wanted to know your opinions. I do know I want to help my mom and support her in loosing weight. She says that if she looses at least 40lbs that will be her wish come true:cloud9:.

Thanks for stopping by.

that's nice

04-20-2009, 03:58 PM

Ok so I have discovered that if I put aside $400.00 every month I can save up to $2,400.00 by Dec. and $1,200 from January to March :cool1:. That is a total of $3,600 I told my bro and my mom that I just need them to save about $1,200.00 each to make the trip more special and worth it. So I finally convinced mom to say yes to the trip:dance3:. My brother is saying yes he just needs to find out if his job will give him the time off. My dad is kind of deciding he says he will have no fun and he will miss his soccer games when he is there. So I am almost there on convincing the whole family in going yes I am very excited.

SOUNDS GOOD TO ME!!!!!!!!

Did you figure out how many other people are going too or is it just you, sis, bro, mom, dad? 5 people total or will there be more of you? That could determine where to stay and for how long. If you are able to save a little more money when you have it that might help you reach your goal. Because there might be a few months where you need some extra $$$ for unforeseen expenses. :)

lizet313

04-20-2009, 05:06 PM

SOUNDS GOOD TO ME!!!!!!!!

Did you figure out how many other people are going too or is it just you, sis, bro, mom, dad? 5 people total or will there be more of you? That could determine where to stay and for how long. If you are able to save a little more money when you have it that might help you reach your goal. Because there might be a few months where you need some extra $$$ for unforeseen expenses. :)

As far as more family members I don't know yet. I have my immidiate family fo right now. I am sure it will be March 13, 2010 through March 20, 2010. It will be Spring Break for my sister and my mom (she is a custodian at a school so when students are on break so is she:).) 7 days of fun :cool1:. I showed my mom the hotels and we received out planning DVD from Disney this weekend and after viewing it she decided it will be better to stay at either All Star Movies or Pop Century because of the price. She does how ever want to explore the rest of the Resorts and Hotels. She wants a day put aside to just sight see and relax. Yes it is true that I might have to use the money for unforseen expenses but that is why my mom and brother are also saving money too and we will have a free credit card so we can use just incase something happens. I will follow your advice and save alittle more when I have the chance. Thanks:hug:

lizet313

04-20-2009, 05:29 PM

I have also thought of making a vacation notebook.

Who will go
. Family Members
. Friends
. Packing List
. Important before we leave info
Reservation & Confirmations
. Hotels
. Flights
. Restaurants
. Car Rental
Inportant Information
. Park info
. Near hotels
. Opening hours
. Park maps
Plans
. Must Do's
. Wishes
. If time permits
. Day by Day forecast
. ADR's to go along with each park or free day.
TR section
. What was done
. Special Memories
Future Notes for next trip
. Must do next yr.
. Important info for next trip

What do you think?

jenseib

04-21-2009, 09:36 AM

As for losing weight, cutting portions will help and cut out the garbage. And tell her to walk every day. starting at a mile and then going up as she can. I've lost 30 some since last Aug, and thats basically what I did. Stay away from pills, they never work.

lizet313

04-21-2009, 11:22 AM

Well yesterday mom started dancing while watching tv and we a have a stay in place bicycle and she used that while watching tv. So I think she is excited about loosing weight and going to Disney. That is her motivation.

I ran into this thread and was very surprised when I read it..

http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=2155333

that's nice

04-21-2009, 12:24 PM

I ran into this thread and was very surprised when I read it..

http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=2155333

Wow. I must say I'm disappointed about this. Too many people must have been taken advantage of and complained. It is sad that a better option couldn't of been reached before it came to a total ban.:sad2:

WDWRocksMySocks

04-21-2009, 02:33 PM

I understand how hard it is to save money -- especially for a trip to WDW. It's hard to do Disney in an economical way, but it can be done. You just have to be resourceful and do your research. Depending on how many people wind up coming with you, I'd suggest either renting a house/condo off-site or looking into renting DVC points. There is a board all about that here (http://disboards.com/forumdisplay.php?f=29).

As for losing weight, I would suggest cutting back the calories you eat and doing some form of exercise. I started counting calories and was amazed how big of a difference it made! I eat about 1600 calories a day and have averaged losing just about 1.5-2 lbs a week! I used a free online site to help me. It's located here (http://caloriecount.about.com/). I also have asthma that really makes it difficult to run a lot. So, I mostly just do a lot of walking and some elliptical stuff. I wish your Mom good luck!!! :goodvibes

I ran into this thread and was very surprised when I read it..

http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=2155333

Oh, boo! I'm disappointed by hearing that news, too. :sad2:I just joined a Photopass share last weekend, now I'm wondering if it will still happen.

lizet313

04-21-2009, 03:54 PM

I know it's bad when I ran into it I didn't see no one replied went to lunch and a meeting at work come back and see more than 10 pages are filled already wow. Both agree and disagree with the action I do not know what is going to happen I do know that what has been started can continue if you pm or something outside of Dis.

jenseib

04-21-2009, 06:55 PM

That TOTALLY sucks. I am only on page 2 now. I won't ever be able to buy one at full price and make it really worth it.

lizet313

04-22-2009, 09:43 AM

I have decided to buy a camera. I would want it to be SLR what do you have? What would be a better brand Sony, Nikon or Cannon? What kind of accesories would I need extra?

jenseib

04-22-2009, 01:03 PM

I have a canon rebel XTi. I am thinking I will be upgrading to a 50d though.
I would say go with Nikon or Canon. SLR's can be costly though. Once you get the body, you still need lenses. Typically if you get one with as lens, those lenses aren't the greatest. At least for the Rebel. I almost never use the one I got with my camera and wish I bought the body only and bought better lenses right away. A really good lens can cost mega money. I don't have any of those. LOL!

lizet313

04-23-2009, 09:03 AM

Ok well I went to Walmart and bought my mom Billy Banks Tae Bo Amped. She loves it she tried it with my sister and oh let me tell you not even 5 minutes passed and they where feeling the burn. I am glad the process has started. :cool1:

lizet313

04-23-2009, 09:08 AM

LOL I know I wish I did too. Well I know I don't have the money for the 50d :sad2: but I was looking at purchasing the Canon Rebel XSi. I just don't know about lenses. Which is good? What do the numbers mean?:confused3

I included the website of the one I am interested in.
http://www.usa.canon.com/consumer/controller?act=ModelInfoAct&fcategoryid=139&modelid=16307

lizet313

04-25-2009, 10:31 AM

Bump

lizet313

04-26-2009, 05:20 PM

jenseib

04-27-2009, 09:22 AM

Finally decided where to eat.

Chef Mickey breakfast
Cinderella's Gala Feast 1900 Park Fare Dinner
Donald's Safari Breakfast
Garden Grill either Lunch or Dinner
Ohana for dinner

and Tony's Town Square if there is enough time and space.

My question is how does it work with the Dining Plan?

I would like to know how many Table servings it will be or how do we need to pay for this.

With the dining plan you get 1 table service, 1 counter service and 1 snack per person per night you stay. So if you stay 3 nights you get 3 of each per person in your room. I think the cost is just under $40 a day per person, but for us it worked out very good and we always made out. (kids are $10 a day)

that's nice

04-27-2009, 09:30 AM

Finally decided where to eat.

Chef Mickey breakfast
Cinderella's Gala Feast 1900 Park Fare Dinner
Donald's Safari Breakfast
Garden Grill either Lunch or Dinner
Ohana for dinner

and Tony's Town Square if there is enough time and space.

My question is how does it work with the Dining Plan?

I would like to know how many Table servings it will be or how do we need to pay for this.

GREAT CHOICES!!!!!!!!!

I take it you decided to stay on property because you are thinking about the dining plan?

WDWRocksMySocks

04-27-2009, 10:09 AM

Finally decided where to eat.

Chef Mickey breakfast
Cinderella's Gala Feast 1900 Park Fare Dinner
Donald's Safari Breakfast
Garden Grill either Lunch or Dinner
Ohana for dinner

and Tony's Town Square if there is enough time and space.

Ooh, I've always wanted to eat at Chef Mickey's for breakfast! Ohana looks really cool, too.

lizet313

04-27-2009, 10:46 AM

Ok Yes we decided to stay in property and rent a car for a day or two. March 13 - 20 or 21 not sure when we coming back. We will be leaving on my b-day :cool1: if my dad goes he wants to go to the beach I know the closest one is about 1hr and half away :scared1: so renting a car for a day or two will be ok.

I think I will get the Disney Dining Plan Plus Dining:

1 Table-Service meal including entrée, dessert and non-alcoholic beverage or one full buffet
1 Quick Serve meal of either a complete Combo Meal or one entree with one dessert (Lunch or Dinner) or one juice (Breakfast)
1 Snack choice of a frozen novelty ice cream, popsicle or fruit bar, single serving grab bag of Frito Lay's chips, one 20 oz. bottle of Coke, Diet Coke, Sprite or Dansani Water, single piece of whole fruit, medium fountain soft drink or apple juice

We will be ther 6 or 7 full days :woohoo: This will be our longest Vacation ever well our first vacation together too.

Now All of these restaurants are 1 TS or 1 CS or will I have to pay extra or separated?

lizet313

04-27-2009, 02:22 PM

:goodvibes

autumnpalm

04-27-2009, 07:15 PM

amandaluvsgoofy

04-27-2009, 08:56 PM

Hey fellow Texan!
I just read you PTR and am excited that your family is totally on board with going! It took a while to convince my hubby that we really need to go to Disney and that it's not just for little kids! So now he's excited to go, he just won't know what hit him until we get there! :cool1:
It seems like the planning is coming together well! Have you picked out a few hotels? We're staying at the Boardwalk Villas (super excited!:banana: ) and we rented from a DVC member (seems much cheaper!). So let me know if you have any questions (not that I'm a total expert or anything :rolleyes1 ). Good luck with your plans!
~Amanda

lizet313

04-28-2009, 10:06 AM

Your ADRs look great! The 1900 PF dinner is sooo fun, the characters are amazing. Ohana is delicious and Chef Mickey's is like the classic Disney meal!:goodvibes I haven't eaten at the other 2 though.

It's so sweet of you to be saving up to take your whole family to Disney.:hug: They're so lucky to have you!

Thanks when I went on my first trip in Feb. I was totaly clueless so I am glad I signed up is Dis to learn more. Thanks for the comment I think I am very lucky to have them though.:cloud9:

Hey fellow Texan!
I just read you PTR and am excited that your family is totally on board with going! It took a while to convince my hubby that we really need to go to Disney and that it's not just for little kids! So now he's excited to go, he just won't know what hit him until we get there! :cool1:
It seems like the planning is coming together well! Have you picked out a few hotels? We're staying at the Boardwalk Villas (super excited!:banana: ) and we rented from a DVC member (seems much cheaper!). So let me know if you have any questions (not that I'm a total expert or anything :rolleyes1 ). Good luck with your plans!
~Amanda

Hi Amanda,
What part of Texas are you from? I live in Houston I am excited they are going with my plan too it took me forever to convince them but I think I finally did unless they change their mind at the last minute :scared1:. Well I am looking into the All Star movie or Pop Century or maybe DVC Rental I really don't know yet because I wanted to look for prices for March but I don't think I can until Dec. so for now I am just trying to figure things out any help you can give me are welcomed. I am not that Experienced:sad2: Thanks for everything.

Right now any tips on each park, counter service restaurants or any tips on anything are helpful. Thanks everyone for everything. The morning did not start very well it is raining and it is very flooded in my area it took me 1 hr and a half to get to work but I feel so much better seeing that I have friends in Dis that are helping me :grouphug: Thanks

lizet313

04-28-2009, 01:35 PM

popcorn::

amandaluvsgoofy

04-28-2009, 02:06 PM

What part of Texas are you from? I live in Houston I am excited they are going with my plan too it took me forever to convince them but I think I finally did unless they change their mind at the last minute :scared1:. Well I am looking into the All Star movie or Pop Century or maybe DVC Rental I really don't know yet because I wanted to look for prices for March but I don't think I can until Dec. so for now I am just trying to figure things out any help you can give me are welcomed. I am not that Experienced:sad2: Thanks for everything.

Hey! I currently live in Plano (north of Dallas) but I'm originally from the Dallas area. What part of Houston do you live in? I've been there tons of times to visit friends and to go the renaissance faire there!
The prices for the 2010 season should be available. The best bet would probably be to check out the DVC Planning site (I attached the link). You can always ask people questions about renting, cost, etc. That's what I did and it was pretty easy. Most DVC resorts have either a studio (sleeps 4), a 1-bedroom (sleeps 4-5) or 2-bedroom (sleeps 8?). I've spent hours on the DIS boards :surfweb: and I swear I learn something new every time! :lmao:
If I can help out in any way, please let me know! We're going in August, so I'll be sure to let you know about restaurants, rides, shows, etc when we get back! Good luck!!

DVC Planning ( http://www.disboards.com/forumdisplay.php?f=89)

lizet313

04-28-2009, 02:19 PM

I am in the Southwest Fondren and Bissonnet. I have gone to Dallas only once and stayed in the Downtown Hotel I was there for a competion of Deca in high school. I would like to go visit again. I feel like I missed so much. Thanks I went to the link and posted a new thread. Hopefully I will get info there thanks for all your help.

lizet313

04-29-2009, 09:18 AM

:goodvibes

jenseib

04-29-2009, 07:09 PM

If you want ot eat at the castel, (which I think I saw on your list) then that is two table service credits. All the others should be 1. All CS are 1 credit per person.

lizet313

04-30-2009, 08:59 AM

I think it's 1900 Park Fare Dinner at GF I think. How many credit is that. Thanks Jenseib you help out a lot. Most of my choices are from your TR and that's nice :).

jenseib

04-30-2009, 07:43 PM

I think it's 1900 Park Fare Dinner at GF I think. How many credit is that. Thanks Jenseib you help out a lot. Most of my choices are from your TR and that's nice :).

That 1 credit. I went back later and realized I was reading wrong. LOL!

that's nice

04-30-2009, 07:57 PM

That 1 credit. I went back later and realized I was reading wrong. LOL!

I read stuff wrong all the time on here! LOL

Lizet-
1900 was really fun and the food was really good too! (but you already know how I feel about it!);)

lizet313

05-01-2009, 07:35 AM

I read stuff wrong all the time on here! LOL

Lizet-
1900 was really fun and the food was really good too! (but you already know how I feel about it!);)

That 1 credit. I went back later and realized I was reading wrong. LOL!

I do that all the time it's ok. I think I understood lol :rotfl2: well as for now I think that is all the planning I can do. I have to wait until Dec. to post the hours and to call to make reservations. I will try to update things that happen in my life while I wait. I guess I don't know what else you write in a pre trip report it is my first one.

that's nice

05-04-2009, 11:05 AM

I do that all the time it's ok. I think I understood lol :rotfl2: well as for now I think that is all the planning I can do. I have to wait until Dec. to post the hours and to call to make reservations. I will try to update things that happen in my life while I wait. I guess I don't know what else you write in a pre trip report it is my first one.

From what I've been told... you write what ever you want! Disney or non-Disney! :hippie:

lizet313

05-04-2009, 11:19 AM

Oh really ok then I will upload some pics later hopefully it is very hectic right now at home and work.

lizet313

05-05-2009, 09:23 AM

I think I decided to eat at Akershus for Breakfast. I don't think my sister would like to eat lunch or dinner there she is very picky when it comes to food.

lizet313

05-05-2009, 11:45 AM

Best Places to meet Characters like Mickey and the gang, Princesses, Rafiki, Mulan, Mary Poppins, Alice and her friends, Pinocchio and some others?

I know I can check in the park where the characters will be and what time. I was just wondering where have you seen them.

Besides the Character Meals.

Also What is a must do when you visit WDW?

amandaluvsgoofy

05-05-2009, 12:46 PM

Hey! I don't have all the facts about character meets, but I remember a few pointers from reading all the TRs on the DISboards. :surfweb:
Epcot will sometimes have different folks at WS. For example, Mulan and company are sometimes caught near China. Snow White and maybe some of the dwarfs have been seen near Germany. I also heard that Mary Poppins has been seen in the U.K.
Magic Kingdom should have a lot of characters out and about. I've heard that Alice in Wonderland (along with others from the film) can be seen near the Mad Tea Party ride. And Buzz Light Year is next to his ride.
If I find any other tips for character meetings, I'll let ya know! Good luck with your planning! I'm getting close to making our ADRs!!!! :banana:

BiancaBernard&Penny

05-05-2009, 01:10 PM

Just started reading after I followed the link in your post on my report. Haven't read everything yet but I wanted to comment on the dining plan snack credits- there is a lot of stuff avaible that isn't listed in that little snippet you copied. I was surprised when I saw the full list. But now I wish I had 20 snack credits, LOL.

http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=2067447

There is a Toontown kids section in MK where there are characters, I think it's called Toontown Fair? Maybe that's changed. Also Ariel's grotto. I've read that Pinnochio is sometimes in Italy of Epcot. I saw Eeyore one day just walking around the area between Epcot World Showcase and Future World. On our first trip, first hour in MK we saw Goofy and Pluto in Tomorrowland outside of the Lunching Pad.

WDW Girl

05-05-2009, 01:33 PM

i think pop centry would be great! :)

lizet313

05-05-2009, 02:06 PM

Thanks for the info. I am still in between POP and All Star Movies. I won't be able to decide until Dec. My mom wants to find the different prices and choices available.

BiancaBernard&Penny

Thanks I went to the link and started reading wow that is some great info. Thanks for the character tips too.

lizet313

05-05-2009, 02:07 PM

So what do you do when you arrive to WDW?

jenharring

05-06-2009, 05:14 PM

getting caught up, hope you have a great trip. We are only 29 days away!! :banana:

that's nice

05-06-2009, 07:46 PM

Thanks for the info. I am still in between POP and All Star Movies.

I'll be able to give you a first hand account of POP once I get back in October!:goodvibes

jenseib

05-06-2009, 10:58 PM

So what do you do when you arrive to WDW?

You can do whatever your heart desires. I always like to go to a park. But some people like to relax at the resort or do a evening at DTD. We have always arrived when MK has evening EMH so we stay late there.

saratogadreamin09

05-07-2009, 10:35 PM

Id stay at the All Star Movies. I think the atmosphere there is great and its a bit more disney themed then the Pop

Usually after we arrive in disney, my family likes to walk around our resort, get something to eat in the resort and just relax. It can be overwhealming going to a park on the first day IMO

lizet313

05-08-2009, 07:46 AM

getting caught up, hope you have a great trip. We are only 29 days away!! :banana:

I'll be able to give you a first hand account of POP once I get back in October!:goodvibes

You can do whatever your heart desires. I always like to go to a park. But some people like to relax at the resort or do a evening at DTD. We have always arrived when MK has evening EMH so we stay late there.

Id stay at the All Star Movies. I think the atmosphere there is great and its a bit more disney themed then the Pop

Usually after we arrive in disney, my family likes to walk around our resort, get something to eat in the resort and just relax. It can be overwhealming going to a park on the first day IMO

Thanks for the great advice. I think my family is deciding that it will be better to just get there unpack settle down and maybe go have dinner at Ohana if I get the ADR's I want. Maybe sit around the window and watch the Fireworks :cloud9:. (Tip from that's nice) As for the hotel still don't know. Why can't Dec. get here already :confused3 or better yet why can't we make oour reservations once we know instead of waiting for the 90day mark. I know I am being very inpatient.:sad2: I will slow down. :rolleyes1

Well since I have read in other reports that in my PTR I can write about what is happening in my life. I have some news my sister is performing at school today. :banana: She will be dancing Tango :yay: Also my cousin will be performing as the BEAST in Beauty and the Beast. Along with some elem. kids too. So excited to see them tonight I hope to take a lot of pictures and post them later.

If you can give me some tips about anything what would it be?

jenseib

05-08-2009, 08:08 AM

Congrats to your family. I took Claire to see a High School B&B performance and it was excellent.

I think you can book your trip now and then make changes when prices come out. Why is it your waiting for Dec?

lizet313

05-08-2009, 08:11 AM

that's nice

05-08-2009, 09:05 AM

Because everytime I try to book a package I get this message

WarningCurrently, Walt Disney World® Resort reservations are only available for check-in dates up to and including December 31, 2009. Please modify your travel dates accordingly.

I think you just have to call them for 2010 bookings. Their online system isn't updated until sometime in August. All you need to hold it is a $200 refundable deposit. Jen is right about booking then adding your promo codes after the fact.:goodvibes

lizet313

05-08-2009, 09:22 AM

Oh ok I will try that then I was always going online to book thanks that's nice and Jenseib. :grouphug:

amandaluvsgoofy

05-08-2009, 11:48 AM

How fun about your sister and cousin performing!! :yay: I LOVE the Tango! My hubby and I did a small version of the Tango as our wedding dance! So fun!!

lizet313

05-08-2009, 11:49 AM

Oh really that's cool I guess that's where the picture came from..

lizet313

05-10-2009, 10:12 AM

First of all any Disiers that are moms HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY!!!! and if you are not a mom but u have one HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY to them!!!!

Today we woke up my mom with a nice surprise.

I bought my mom a strawberry plant, Tulips in a pot some beautiful flowers, roses, balloons, BBQ (for later on today), and cake.

In other news my cousin and my sister's performance was good. Kids of all ages participated in it. Her High School invited elementary and middle schools to come perform. I will upload some of the pics i took for both their performances and mother's day.

I believe this is all am going to type have to go back and spend time with my mom and all the moms I know. Have a great day!!!:cool1:

lizet313

05-10-2009, 10:46 AM

My nieces birthday was in April 9th on her birthday I took her too Chuck E Cheese. That saturday we had a party for her. Here are some pictures of that.

http://i140.photobucket.com/albums/r7/babygirl114227/IMG_6338.jpg

I think it is safe to say she had a lot of fun just look at that face.

http://i140.photobucket.com/albums/r7/babygirl114227/IMG_6347.jpg

http://i140.photobucket.com/albums/r7/babygirl114227/IMG_6350.jpg

http://i140.photobucket.com/albums/r7/babygirl114227/IMG_6360.jpg

This is my nephew he had fun too.

http://i140.photobucket.com/albums/r7/babygirl114227/IMG_6369.jpg

This is my niece and my brother the father of both.

lizet313

05-10-2009, 11:05 AM

http://i140.photobucket.com/albums/r7/babygirl114227/IMG_6369.jpg

http://i140.photobucket.com/albums/r7/babygirl114227/IMG_6325.jpg

http://i140.photobucket.com/albums/r7/babygirl114227/IMG_6392.jpg

http://i140.photobucket.com/albums/r7/babygirl114227/IMG_6407.jpg

http://i140.photobucket.com/albums/r7/babygirl114227/IMG_6409.jpg

tower_of_terror_luvr

05-10-2009, 03:22 PM

looks like u had a lot of fun at chuck e cheese

lizet313

05-11-2009, 08:52 AM

Thanks I did they were both a lot of fun. She was afraid of Chuck E but she loved to the music and the lights. My nephew just ran to Chuck E and hugged him. I am thinking she willl not like the characters in Disney :sad2: luckily we have a couple of more months to see if she outgrows it.

lizet313

05-11-2009, 03:35 PM

This is the picture of the face she made when they where telling her to go with Chuck E.

I love this picture she looks very cute. http://i140.photobucket.com/albums/r7/babygirl114227/IMG_6403.jpg

This picture shows how close she allowed Chuck E to get to her. Then she started screaming and crying because she wanted to get away. Once she is in the table she starts clapping and smiling.

http://i140.photobucket.com/albums/r7/babygirl114227/IMG_6399.jpg

Sorry the pictures are big I don't know how to minimize them

lizet313

05-11-2009, 03:40 PM

I do not have pictures of the play or performance because the light was very low and the pictures didn't come out right. I think I need (want:rotfl:) a new camera. I am searching for the best place to buy one. I want a Canon XSI I am thinking I can start with one of those and then once I have mastered it upgrade a little more. Where can I find a good deal?

lizet313

05-13-2009, 09:18 AM

I just thought I should share this. Yesterday I was asked by the president of a dance club if I wanted to be interviewed by here and talk about a very special dear friend of mine that past away in 2004. She said that their performance was going to be in memory of her and the money was going to be donated to a cancer foundation. I declined the interview but I did provide information about her. This friend and I knew each other from Elem. We grew up together same schools our moms knew each other and everything. In 2003-2004 she was diagnosed with Breast Cancer. She stopped going to school to be hospitalized her appearance changed because of Chemo.

The thing that I remember is how everyone found out when she past away. It was Feb. 11, 2004 I was in class with a couple of friends just before lunch time and making plans about visiting her for Valentine's Day to cheer her up. Well as soon as we finished talking about it when all of a suddenn everyone receives a txt message saying she past away. The whole class got silenced. We couldn't believe it we didn't want to accept it. Tears coming down everyones eyes we could not explain the feelings thoughts going through our eyes. When we left the class and walked outside you could tell who was friends with her through the silence the tears everything. It was so sad:sad1:. Everyone left school that day to go help out with something in the hospital with her family.

She was only 16yrs old. Her birthday was March 16 just a month away to her bday. (my bday is 3 days before hers:sad1:.)

Well anyways I did help her out getting pictures talking about her directed her to people that new her. That is all I got for today as far as news goes. I just had to get that of my chest. Thanks for reading.

amandaluvsgoofy

05-13-2009, 09:54 AM

I'm sorry about your loss. :hug: Sometimes it helps to talk about it, even if it hurts. The DIS board is a big family and we're all here for you! :grouphug:

lizet313

05-13-2009, 11:27 AM

Thanks Amanda :hug: it does help. :grouphug:

princess&her4princes

05-15-2009, 09:02 AM

Hey!!
I didn't even realize you had a PTR going on....will read later, but subbing!!! Can't wait to hear all about your trip!!!:goodvibes

lizet313

05-15-2009, 09:11 AM

Thanks for subbing...nice to hear from you of course from all the trip reports I am reading I am getting my ideas and adding a little pixie dust myself.

creativeamanda

05-16-2009, 09:31 AM

Okay, honey, I'm here! First of all, let me tell you that I am so sorry for your loss. When I was in high school two of my best friends died--one was killed in a motorcycling accident and one was killed by her step father. Years later, (I won't say how many) I think of them. In my mind Jenny and Jennifer are eternally 15. They never grow old for me, and it makes me nostalgic, because both were bright girls with wonderful futures in front of them. Time does ease the pain of loss, though, and there will be a time that you won't think of the tragedy of it all, but the happy memories.

Now, for your planning. My first trip to Disney was at POP Century and I loved the resort! It is nice, very family-oriented, and you can feel the Disney magic all around you.

Then, I also have to say your niece and nephew are the cutest little things!

I hope to hear more of your plans!

lizet313

05-17-2009, 02:41 AM

Thanks I believe she is always looking after the people she loves.

I hope to have some types of news in regards of the plans or more questions at least.

I have been very busy these past days my sisters has been awarded certificates for exceeding Community Service expectations , Academic Award and I think National Tech something I forgot the last one. I am sure she deserves it now her progress report came all A's and 2 C's it's ok because they are high C's just expect them to be B's by the time Report Cards come out.

I just love my niece and nephew they look more like my side of the family than hers. They just don't look alike. LOL I once had people ask me if they are really are brother and sister and I say yes they look confused. LOL It's ok They sure have the same attitude and short temper lol

jenseib

05-18-2009, 09:15 AM

LOL! I had that with my older two.
when Michael was boarn he was chubby and had balck hair sticking straight up. He looked like a sumo wrestler. The nurses would come in and take a look aat him and wonder if he really was mine, and his dad has reddish blonde hair, so he didn't "fit" in. His dads side is italian though, so thats where he got that dark hair. He sadly looks exactly like his dad now, only with darker hair.

Paige has a different dad and looks exactly like him, but as she is getting older she does look more like me too now, but she is blonde and blue eyed, and people would look at them together and think they couldn't possible be brother and sister. They do not resemble each other in any way shape or form. LOL!

lizet313

05-18-2009, 11:31 AM

:rotfl2: LOL I wonder how my niece and nephew would look in ten years :rolleyes: LOL:rotfl2: I knew someone would understand lol. People always say the looks skip a generation or so. I have an uncle that has blue eyes and none of his kids have those types of eyes and the grand child does :rotfl:.

So we have talked about food and my restaurant choices...I think we spoke about the rides too.

Has anyone been to WDW for The Flower and Garden Festival?

lizet313

05-20-2009, 02:51 PM

bump

tinkgurl

05-20-2009, 02:59 PM

Hey girl!

lizet313

05-20-2009, 03:16 PM

Hi :wave:

So you found my PTR not as great as yours or some I have read (you know who am talking about lol) but it is my first one and I hope I am doing ok.

lizet313

05-20-2009, 03:41 PM

amandaluvsgoofy

05-20-2009, 04:15 PM

Nice job! My mom has the camera I bought last year, a Canon Rebel...I think! She helped me buy it for school and hasn't given it back! :headache: I told I'm going to need it ASAP so I can start practicing for our trip! :laughing:

lizet313

05-20-2009, 04:22 PM

Thanks

:rotfl2:

Oh yeah you need to get it back to practice imagine how your photos will look if you don't :scared1: LOL am just kidding.

I am very excited I wish it would get here already. :yay:

tinkgurl

05-20-2009, 11:48 PM

Hi :wave:

So you found my PTR not as great as yours or some I have read (you know who am talking about lol) but it is my first one and I hope I am doing ok.

I think yours is great! This is my first PTR too!

lizet313

05-21-2009, 08:47 AM

Today I will have to go to the High School where I graduated they will be hosting a Special Show in Honor of my friend that passed away in 2004 from Breast Cancer. So I hope I will bring pictures to show you what happened.

WDWRocksMySocks

05-21-2009, 11:22 AM

Aw, your niece is so cute!!!! Looks like she had a blast at Chuck-e-Cheese. I love going to that place. Ski ball is the best! :rotfl:

Congrats on your new camera purchase! Can't wait to see what awesome pictures you take w/ it. I've been wanting an SLR, but I don't think I have the patience to learn how to use it. They take such AMAZING pictures, though. Maybe some day...

lizet313

05-21-2009, 12:34 PM

Thanks I think she is cute too. I love Chuck E Cheese I went there by myself and felt out of place people starring too much lol :rotfl: I think I use my niece and nephew as an excuse to go myself lol :rotfl: but I know they enjoy it too.

Congrats on your new camera it is probably not an SLR but hey it's a new camera you will have great pictures you will see.

WDWRocksMySocks

05-21-2009, 12:54 PM

Ha! I do the same things w/ my nephews. :rotfl: I just love playing all the fun arcade games. They don't have the best food (not bad, not great), but it's just such a fun place to go. :thumbsup2

Nope, not an SLR. :sad1: I really, REALLY was tempted to get one though. I just didn't think I'd do well w/ one right now. I definitely want one when I have kids, though. Until then, I'll just stick w/ a point and shoot.

that's nice

05-21-2009, 08:47 PM

Congrats with the camera. Time to do your homework and read up on it! I'm following along but I haven't posted much. I'm following so many TR's and work has gotten very busy!!!

jenseib

05-22-2009, 07:54 AM

Ok I bought my first SLR camera:cool1:. Thanks everyone for your help.
:worship:

I bought it from Amazon.com $200.00 Instant rebate and also free shipping.

Canon EF-S 55-250mm f/4.0-5.6 IS Telephoto Zoom Lens for Canon Digital SLR Cameras

Canon Digital Rebel XSi 12.2 MP Digital SLR Camera with EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS Lens (Black)

Canon XS/XSI Digital Rebel Kit with Case, 58mm UV Filter and LP-E5 Li-ion Battery

Canon Speedlite 220EX for Canon Pro1, Pro 90, G Series and all EOS SLR Cameras

Thanks again for all your help. I will go to the library to read books and also maybe check out a photography course or class. Thanks :worship:

Wow, Yo ugot the whole shebang! LOL! I will warn you that the lens I bolded is not a very good .ens. I have it too, and almost never use it. Once you get ohter lenses, you'll see what I mean. I have a speedlight too (I think the next one up) but hardly use it becuase I just haven't mastered it yet. I read hte manual once, but then didn't use it much, so I forget everything I read. I need to reread it again and play around with the settings. LOL! I want o get a UV filter though.

lizet313

05-22-2009, 08:53 AM

Wow, Yo ugot the whole shebang! LOL! I will warn you that the lens I bolded is not a very good .ens. I have it too, and almost never use it. Once you get ohter lenses, you'll see what I mean. I have a speedlight too (I think the next one up) but hardly use it becuase I just haven't mastered it yet. I read hte manual once, but then didn't use it much, so I forget everything I read. I need to reread it again and play around with the settings. LOL! I want o get a UV filter though.
LOL I went to the photography thread and that is what they recommended I don't know what other lens are good so if you have any pointer let me know I love how your pictures come out. I am definetely reading up on things and also going on youtube to see videos and maybe buy a dvd for tutorial I do not know yet.
Congrats with the camera. Time to do your homework and read up on it! I'm following along but I haven't posted much. I'm following so many TR's and work has gotten very busy!!!
Thanks I am very excited tohave gotten the camera at last I am only waiting for it to get here. I understand you are busy don't worry check in when you can. :thumbsup2
Ha! I do the same things w/ my nephews. :rotfl: I just love playing all the fun arcade games. They don't have the best food (not bad, not great), but it's just such a fun place to go. :thumbsup2

Nope, not an SLR. :sad1: I really, REALLY was tempted to get one though. I just didn't think I'd do well w/ one right now. I definitely want one when I have kids, though. Until then, I'll just stick w/ a point and shoot.
LOL I know sometimes I think I use them too much lol I just love to go to Chuck E Cheese so much but they don't look like they mind :cool1: Well the time will come to get an SLR I don't have kids but I just told my parents I was going to get one to start practicing for our Disney Trip and my Sis Graduation next yr.

lizet313

05-22-2009, 08:58 AM

Ok well the performance from yesterday was fantastic I loved it. The show started with details of Breast Cancer and then it lead up to showing videos of her family members I almost cried I was just hugging my friend while I was seeing this video and everyone sharing their memories with her. Then they opened the show there where different dances like Hip Hop. Cumbia, Merengue, Salsa, Cha Cha Cha, Breakdancing, Tango, Modern, and some other I can't remember. All the money they got from selling tickets will be given to the Rose Foundation to assist with Breast Cancer. I was very happy with the outcome. Heidy's Family was very moved by this action the Ritmo Latino Club did.

lizet313

05-26-2009, 10:34 AM

I should be receiving my Camera today or tomorrow. I have been tracking it and it says estimate delivery date is May 26. :cool1::cool1:

tinkgurl

05-26-2009, 11:51 AM

I should be receiving my Camera today or tomorrow. I have been tracking it and it says estimate delivery date is May 26. :cool1::cool1:

:banana::banana::banana:

lizet313

05-26-2009, 12:33 PM

:banana::banana::banana:

Thanks I am very excited. It should come just in time for me to practice and try to be ready for my cousins graduations. I have one of my cousins graduating Friday the Twins they are going to graduate on Sunday I have one of my friends cousin graduating in Sunday too I will be very busy this weekend too.

lizet313

05-26-2009, 12:45 PM

I have a question in regards of the Signature link how can you eliminate space and adding the link and words at the same time. I hope I was able to explain myself.

tinkgurl

05-26-2009, 12:51 PM

Thanks I am very excited. It should come just in time for me to practice and try to be ready for my cousins graduations. I have one of my cousins graduating Friday the Twins they are going to graduate on Sunday I have one of my friends cousin graduating in Sunday too I will be very busy this weekend too.

Oh geeze, does sound like you're going to be busy!

I have a question in regards of the Signature link how can you eliminate space and adding the link and words at the same time. I hope I was able to explain myself.

Um....that's a good question. I don't know! Sorry. :flower3:

amandaluvsgoofy

05-26-2009, 01:49 PM

I learned how from the tech boards. But apparently, you can click on that little globe icon, type in the name you want, and presto!
The way I do it is I copy and paste the link, then before the link I put then insert your title name followed with a
Hope that helps! :)

lizet313

05-26-2009, 01:52 PM

Um....that's a good question. I don't know! Sorry. :flower3:

It's ok I was jst trying to figure out how you did your Well I don't know how it is called so I copy paste.

PTR IN PROGRESS: ~Our June '09 adventure~
'08 TR: I do get to go! I do get to go! A trip that almost wasn't!

tinkgurl

05-26-2009, 02:30 PM

It's ok I was jst trying to figure out how you did your Well I don't know how it is called so I copy paste.

PTR IN PROGRESS: ~Our June '09 adventure~
'08 TR: I do get to go! I do get to go! A trip that almost wasn't!

I actually had Dawn (punkin413) help me with that! :laughing:

lizet313

05-26-2009, 04:01 PM

Ok thanks

jenseib

05-26-2009, 04:04 PM

Hope the camera comes today. It wil ltake quite awhile to learn how to use it, but to start out I would just use Auto. But you get better pcitures if you learn manual.

creativeamanda

05-26-2009, 07:06 PM

Congrats on the SLR purchase! I absolutely love my new camera (a Nikon D60). Have fun taking pictures--I have taken a thousand already!

lizet313

05-27-2009, 08:59 AM

It came yesterday. I only played with it a little because I came out late from work and my niece and nephew came to visit so I took the opportunity to take pictures of them. I will load them either today or tomorrow. I have to be prepare for this weekend. I have a lot of graduations to go to.

Thanks everyone.

Lynn5700

05-27-2009, 12:50 PM

Hey girl!!! YAY I'm so glad you got your new camera!!! Have fun with it girl!!!!

princess&her4princes

05-27-2009, 01:09 PM

Can't wait to see you pics!!!:thumbsup2

lizet313

05-27-2009, 01:46 PM

Hey girl!!! YAY I'm so glad you got your new camera!!! Have fun with it girl!!!!

Thanks and :welcome: Glad you found my PTR.

Can't wait to see you pics!!!:thumbsup2

Thanks I was crazy taking pics of them yesterday I think they enjoyed the attention I gave them.

My nephew was driving his bike and sliding with it he felt so cool doing that infront of the camera. My niece was showing off her walking she would hold for a pic and kept moving. I just love them both.:cloud9: Today I will go to the store so if I am not home to late I will try to upload some of the pics.

WDWRocksMySocks

05-27-2009, 03:25 PM

Don't you just love being an aunt? I love spending time w/ my nephews. The best part is you can get them all sugared up and then send them back to their parents. :lmao:

Can't wait to see your pictures.

lizet313

05-27-2009, 04:20 PM

LOL OMG so true :rotfl2::lmao:

I love being an aunt :love: they are just so adorable.

How old are your nephews?

PookieB

05-29-2009, 12:54 PM

Great PTR! What a beautiful family you have! :goodvibes

lizet313

05-29-2009, 01:44 PM

Thanks for the beautiful comments you have wrote PokieB.

I will have to come with something to everyone entertained. Until the plans kick off.

lizet313

06-01-2009, 08:58 AM

Ok this weekend was hectic for me.

I had gradutations Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Amazing how you never really know how big your family is until you have celebrations lol :rotfl: I saw so many aunt's, uncle's, cousins, nieces and nephews. WOW but I had a lot of fun that's for sure.

Well today I have a busy day it is the end of month at my work and well need to prepare the reports and numbers so hopefully I can get out of work early I have been here since 6am. Usually mondays I get off around 7pm. So wish me luck. I hope to finish at least by 4 or 5 pm.

Check in with everyone soon. HAVE A GREAT DAY!!

princess&her4princes

06-01-2009, 11:51 AM

Have a great day too!! Sounds like lots of family fun with lots of photo ops!!;)

tinkgurl

06-01-2009, 03:38 PM

Geeze, you had a busy weekend! :upsidedow

lizet313

06-04-2009, 10:05 AM

Yes it was a very busy but fun weekend. I am just here to say Have a Great Day and Weekend!!

I hope to upload some of the Graduations pics. Had so much fun taking pictures. I was teased with my family because I had the Camera with me at all time and well they started calling Paparatze :rotfl2: My family is just not used to high technology. I told them I was no where near being a professional hope to be there one day :cloud9:. Well anyways Thanks for reading.

lizet313

06-05-2009, 08:54 AM

I think I need prayers for my family but specially my little cousin.

She is only 11yrs old she will soon be 12 on Sunday :) the thing is that she was taken to the hospital yesterday:sad1: and put in ICU because she has high Sugar. The doctors my aunt took her too said they couldn't find anything wrong. this happened two days ago and last night was when she collapsed. Right now she is being held in ICU the doctors said that she could of died.

The doctor's then told my aunt that this could of been avoided if detected on time.

I feel so sad right now.

Sorry I just had to tell someone.

amandaluvsgoofy

06-05-2009, 10:01 AM

I'm so sorry. I hope she will be ok. The good news is that she is at the hospital now so the doctors can look out for her. We're all here and praying for you!! :grouphug:

Lynn5700

06-05-2009, 10:10 AM

Aww hunnie I'm so so sorry. I will definitely keep you and your family in my prayers.

Hugs, xoxox

lizet313

06-05-2009, 10:21 AM

I'm so sorry. I hope she will be ok. The good news is that she is at the hospital now so the doctors can look out for her. We're all here and praying for you!! :grouphug:

Thanks Amanda. :hug: Yes you are right at least she has doctors checking in on her. I just wish that she gets out before Sunday so she can do something for her bday. She has been looking forward to it for weeks.

Aww hunnie I'm so so sorry. I will definitely keep you and your family in my prayers.

Hugs, xoxox

Thanks Lynn :hug: it is very helpful to actualy have support from fellow Disiers. :hug:

tinkgurl

06-05-2009, 10:24 AM

Oh my gosh, I'm so sorry girl! :hug: I'll be thinking about you and her and hoping for the best!

WDWRocksMySocks

06-05-2009, 10:39 AM

Oh, I'm so sorry to hear about your cousin. She will definitely be in my thoughts and prayers. :hug:

lizet313

06-05-2009, 10:39 AM

Oh my gosh, I'm so sorry girl! :hug: I'll be thinking about you and her and hoping for the best!

Thanks :hug: It means so much for you to say that.

lizet313

06-05-2009, 10:41 AM

Oh, I'm so sorry to hear about your cousin. She will definitely be in my thoughts and prayers. :hug:

Thanks :hug:

lizet313

06-05-2009, 10:42 AM

I think it is working because I was just informed that they will be taking her out of ICU and putting her in a Reg. Rm. :cool1: at least it is a good start of the day. My mom is visiting her right now as we speak and I talked to her over the phone. She sounds so weak but what got me excited is that she said she wanted me to take her to Chuck E Cheese on Sunday for her bday :banana: I told her she needs to feel better and get out of the hospital in order to take her she was excited.:woohoo:

princess&her4princes

06-05-2009, 11:35 AM

sending prayers and hugs your way:goodvibes, I hope that your cousin is okay....please keep us posted!!:hug:

jordanyosh

06-05-2009, 12:06 PM

sorry to hear about your cousin. It sounds like she's getting better.:grouphug:

lizet313

06-05-2009, 12:18 PM

sending prayers and hugs your way:goodvibes, I hope that your cousin is okay....please keep us posted!!:hug:

sorry to hear about your cousin. It sounds like she's getting better.:grouphug:

THANKS :hug::grouphug: I will as soon as I find something out. Thanks for being interested. It is always bad when someone is sick it's just worst when it happens to kids. Luckily the technology is advanced and I know they will do everything to help her get better.

Thanks everyone:grouphug:

lizet313

06-08-2009, 10:01 AM

:cool1::cool1::cool1:

I have good news my Cousin is home. :banana::banana: She was released from the hospital Sunday morning. She was at home for her bday. She was diagnosed with Diabetes. We almost took her to the hospital because she had her blood sugar higher than 500 but luckily we have the emergency physician's number and where able to control her sugar. Thanks to everyone for your support it means a lot.

lizet313

06-08-2009, 10:05 AM

http://i140.photobucket.com/albums/r7/babygirl114227/misc2009may226.jpg

http://i140.photobucket.com/albums/r7/babygirl114227/misc2009may240.jpg

Here are just a couple of pics of the boy cousin that graduated. I will post some more later this week.

princess&her4princes

06-08-2009, 10:17 AM

lizet313

06-08-2009, 11:03 AM

Thanks I am glad too. My cousin is just a little overwhelmed with everything she looks so tired and weak and they have to be poking her finger 4 times a day plus the medication. We all talk to her and tell her that is to make her feel better and so that she won't have to end up in the hospital. She has her hands with bruises from where she had the those needles stuck in her at the hospital. I am just happy she is alive:dance3:

tinkgurl

06-08-2009, 06:28 PM

I'm so glad she's home! :)

lisalonglash

06-10-2009, 01:34 PM

Hi Lizet! :wave: I'm sorry I'm late to your thread :flower3: Off to catch up!

First though, I'm very glad your cousin is home and doing much better! :banana:

creativeamanda

06-10-2009, 02:01 PM

Glad to see you have better news.

jordanyosh

06-10-2009, 02:16 PM

Nice to have better news.

lizet313

06-10-2009, 02:41 PM

I'm so glad she's home! :)

Hi Lizet! :wave: I'm sorry I'm late to your thread :flower3: Off to catch up!

First though, I'm very glad your cousin is home and doing much better! :banana:

Glad to see you have better news.

Nice to have better news.

Yes I am glad too :cool1:

Lisalonglash and jordanyosh welcome nice to have you onboard.

jordanyosh

06-10-2009, 02:58 PM

Good to be here!:yay:

PookieB

06-10-2009, 07:33 PM

That's wonderful news! Glad she is home with her family! :goodvibes

that's nice

06-10-2009, 08:50 PM

Glad to read that your cousin is home.

It is never fun mixing kids and needles. Believe me I know about this.:sad2:

lizet313

06-11-2009, 09:11 AM

Glad to read that your cousin is home.

It is never fun mixing kids and needles. Believe me I know about this.:sad2:

That's wonderful news! Glad she is home with her family! :goodvibes

Thanks I will be taking her to Chuck E Cheese this Saturday she has been wanting to go for a while and her birthday was just last weekend. She is very excited. Have a great weekend everybody Take care.

WDWRocksMySocks

06-11-2009, 11:42 AM

YAY! So happy to here your cousin is back at home. Sorry to hear she has diabetes, but relieved it wasn't anything worse.

lizet313

06-11-2009, 12:37 PM

YAY! So happy to here your cousin is back at home. Sorry to hear she has diabetes, but relieved it wasn't anything worse.

Thanks I am too

lizet313

06-16-2009, 08:54 AM

Sorry I have been missing a lot of PTR & TR I have been busy a lot.

The relationship I had for 2yrs is over we broke up monday June 8. So my good friends have been keeping me busy. It has been working because it kind of does not bother me anymore. I know it is part of life and I have accepted it and I am moving on.

More sad news my best friend has her mom in the hospital she has cancer :sad1: and on top of that they found some infection in her abdomin too. So she keeps me busy and I have been keeping her busy too so she won't be depressed so much. We help each other out we go see her everyday almost. She went to the hospital on Friday. Hopefully gets out on Wednesday. Crossing fingers.

I will have so many meeting this week at work too. Today meeting at 1-2 tomorrow at 12-1 Thursday 12-4 Friday 12-1. So I will be super busy this weekend too.

Do not know when I will be able to get back to Dis:sad1:

Hopefully everyone else is having a good day.:flower3:

creativeamanda

06-16-2009, 09:17 AM

I am so sorry this is all happening to you. When you can get back here, we will still be here.

PookieB

06-16-2009, 09:40 AM

When it rains it pours... Keep your chin up! Time heals all. :grouphug:

tinkgurl

06-16-2009, 09:43 AM

I'm SO sorry to hear about all of this. :hug:

WDWRocksMySocks

06-16-2009, 10:45 AM

So sorry to hear of your recent struggles. Try to stay positive, and focus on all the good things in life. It will get better! :hug:

Lynn5700

06-16-2009, 11:28 AM

Oh hunnie, I'm so sorry to hear all of this. :( Cheer up though sunshine. I know it's hard, but try to stay positive. We're all hear for you!

lizet313

06-16-2009, 01:42 PM

Oh hunnie, I'm so sorry to hear all of this. :( Cheer up though sunshine. I know it's hard, but try to stay positive. We're all hear for you!

So sorry to hear of your recent struggles. Try to stay positive, and focus on all the good things in life. It will get better! :hug:

I'm SO sorry to hear about all of this. :hug:

When it rains it pours... Keep your chin up! Time heals all. :grouphug:

I am so sorry this is all happening to you. When you can get back here, we will still be here.

Thanks everyone :grouphug: it means a lot to me to hear this from my Dis Friends :hug: I am keeping myself busy and positive I will not let this take over my spirit. You can count on that. I jsut needed to vent a little so I can continue to be strong for everyone. I spoke to my best friend mom she said she might be going home Tomorrow of Thursday. YAY:dance3: good news as for the other thing it was meant to be I know it happened for a reason. :) SO thanks once again :grouphug:

I guess I no longer can write in here just want to let you know that my best friends mom died Aug. 3 I just been MIA for a while.