Time to DOUBLE up!! 2 for 1 Pre-TR!!!!!!! TRIP REPORT HAS STARTED!!!!!!!

[disney<333]

Cool tip about the golf ball. I have my sharpie in my computer case so I will have one with me.

Do you know if Thumper is going to be bumping anyone out of their usual spot or are they just going to be roaming around?

I think we might do that too! I just haven't planned out any time to golf for the Nov. trip yet:)
Thumper isn't getting rid of anyone. That wouldn't be a very disney thing for him to do! I always used to see them before you went inside AK. They used to have so many characters in the front. Also at Epcot they had a double decker bus full of characters and then it stopped and everyone came down for greetings. Good old days:thumbsup2

[that's nice]

I'm going to make one last ditch effort to get my airfare with Jetblue without having to pay $285 to change it. If that is unsuccessful, we are just going to leave Saturday as planned. I contacted our TA and she found a preferred room available at POP for Friday night for us for $120. If I just had to pay for the room and a minimal charge from Jetblue we'd be out of here early.

There are last minutes deals to be had on Alamo.com. I can get a full size for $200 now. I still think I can spend a little less. I'm gonna be working on that next. I'm still willing to book it through Priceline.

I still need my costume. I thought there would be some Halloween stores going up around here, but I haven't seen them yet. I might have to order something today so I can have it in time.

Today is my 5 year anniversary. I can't believe it's been 5 years already. We are going to the Big E.... it's a huge fair in Massachusetts. We decided not to get each other anniversary gifts. I still got Mel flowers- I had to do that at least. Maybe I'll find her something at the fair today, or I might be able to find her something at WDW.:confused3:LOLOLOL

[onelilspark]

oh the picture OP - we have DD sit by Walt in the entrance to MainStreet - there is a bench with Walt and Minnie - DD has sat there

one friend used to do the bench with Goofy - but he left for over a year for refurb!!

I hope this doesn't come across as rude, it's not my intention, but you know, with text and no tone of voice...but it's actually Roy and Minnie, not Walt :teacher: Learn something new everyday! There's a little inscription near it and it has the beginning (I think the beginning) of the speech he gave when they first opened the Magic Kingdom.

I forget if I mentioned this before, but my Mom and I always take a picture on Adventureland bridge. When she first went with my Nana back when she was 16 they took a picture there, so every time we go (well, now that we've gone multiple times/year, it's at least once/year), we get a picture there. And we get a picture of my brother in front of the Partners Statue at the Hub.

Congrats on 5 years!

On the Rental Car issue, have you tried using the codes from Mousesavers?

[that's nice]

Congrats on 5 years!

On the Rental Car issue, have you tried using the codes from Mousesavers?

Thanks!!!!!

Since we are so close, the IG rate at Alamo is the cheapest. It comes to $145 plus taxes brings it to $199.99 I can get through on Priceline bidding $18 a day
= $108 plus taxes brings it to $166. I can wait a little longer but I think I will be happy paying $166. I was trying to get it to $150 but I'm not one to let $20 kill my deal!:thumbsup2 I can also try bidding $16 on priceline but I don't think they will accept it.:sad2:

PS: How was the show last night? I should go ask this on your TR though huh?

[onelilspark]

Haha, I'll get to posting it over there eventually. I really enjoyed it. It was my boyfriend's first time seeing a Cirque show, so he was really excited about it. Totally worth it. We got the cheap seats, so we were pretty far up, but we were in the center of the arena. He was a little bummed when we got to our seats, but I kept telling him that it would be better to be in the center and up rather than off to the side. Sure enough, I was right! (Not that he'd admit it! :laughing: ) A lot of similarities to La Nouba, but things that were different too. They had these guys on balance beams that were being held by other people...awesome. Alegria was much more of a Circus show where as La Nouba is a little more fluid. Alegria I think was a little slower, more paced, not as frantic as La Nouba. It was neat to see a different show, I really enjoyed it!

...think I might just copy and paste this over to my PTR...haha

[onelilspark]

And this was posted over on the F&W sticky, the prices and menus for F&W!
http://www.sun-sentinel.com/entertainment/restaurants/sfl-epcot-food-and-wine-festival-menu-gallery,0,795576.photogallery?index=orl-epcot-food-and-wine-festival-menu-3

I'm excited because it shows the snack symbol next to every item :banana: Even if it's over $4!

...except for Puerto Rico...they decided to go play inside.

[jenseib]

Check out Walmart for costumes. I was in there the other day and they ahd an aisle of $20 costumes, even for adults. I was surprised. I'm sure you may need extra assessories though, but they aren;t bad in price. Last year I got my pirate hat there and made a costume out of stuff I had at home.

[All7OfUs]

Hey, hey, hey. Lookie at that ticker!! You are almost down to one week exactly- if you can score that airline change, it will be exacly a week tomorrow (my time- which is what I usually go by). Cool! So tell us, did you get it??

No costume yet??

:love:Happy Anniversary!!!:love: You did good!! Flowers are perfect, but really, make sure you do something extra nice while you're at WDW!

[that's nice]

I pulled the trigger today and purchased my pirate costume online. It is a Pirates of the Caribbean Jack Sparrow knock off. I should have it by Tuesday so I hope it works for me.

Still working on the plane tickets. Looking more like we are still leaving on Saturday.:sad2:

My TA sent me a email saying that there is going to be another 4/3 deal again this winter. If we weren't going with friends, I'd be jumping on that again.:goodvibes

[that's nice]

And this was posted over on the F&W sticky, the prices and menus for F&W!
http://www.sun-sentinel.com/entertainment/restaurants/sfl-epcot-food-and-wine-festival-menu-gallery,0,795576.photogallery?index=orl-epcot-food-and-wine-festival-menu-3

I'm excited because it shows the snack symbol next to every item :banana: Even if it's over $4!

...except for Puerto Rico...they decided to go play inside.

WOW that's great. Too bad we aren't going to Epcot this time.

Check out Walmart for costumes. I was in there the other day and they ahd an aisle of $20 costumes, even for adults. I was surprised. I'm sure you may need extra assessories though, but they aren;t bad in price. Last year I got my pirate hat there and made a costume out of stuff I had at home.I still need pirate boot covers. I'll check my local Walmart or K-Mart.

Hey, hey, hey. Lookie at that ticker!! You are almost down to one week exactly- if you can score that airline change, it will be exacly a week tomorrow (my time- which is what I usually go by). Cool! So tell us, did you get it??

No costume yet??

:love:Happy Anniversary!!!:love: You did good!! Flowers are perfect, but really, make sure you do something extra nice while you're at WDW!
The airline change isn't happening. I guess I'm not as charming as I used to be.:sad2: So we are going to leave Saturday. I'm kinda bumed but hey 8 DAYS!!!!!:cool1:

Thanks for the anniversary wishes!:upsidedow

[onelilspark]

WOW that's great. Too bad we aren't going to Epcot this time.


:rotfl2:

Oops. I totally meant to post that on my PTR... Sorry :guilty:

[Sandy321]

I hope this doesn't come across as rude, it's not my intention, but you know, with text and no tone of voice...but it's actually Roy and Minnie, not Walt :teacher: Learn something new everyday! There's a little inscription near it and it has the beginning (I think the beginning) of the speech he gave when they first opened the Magic Kingdom.

I forget if I mentioned this before, but my Mom and I always take a picture on Adventureland bridge. When she first went with my Nana back when she was 16 they took a picture there, so every time we go (well, now that we've gone multiple times/year, it's at least once/year), we get a picture there. And we get a picture of my brother in front of the Partners Statue at the Hub.

Congrats on 5 years!

On the Rental Car issue, have you tried using the codes from Mousesavers?

Gads - and I knew that!! Thanks for keeping it real!! :thumbsup2

I meant to post the pic - and then it would've been easy to come in and edit my text!! :wizard:
HAPPY Happy Anniversary

aaarg to the Pirate costume!!pirate:

[Sandy321]

Here's the one I mistook:
http://i28.photobucket.com/albums/c228/angelmum3/Disney%20try/ad440b50.jpg

for this:
http://i28.photobucket.com/albums/c228/angelmum3/Disney%20try/ad13209b.jpg

(btw there is a way to stand to get walt and the castle to synch up - like the holding hour hand type shots - this is clear as mud!)

[jenseib]

I pulled the trigger today and purchased my pirate costume online. It is a Pirates of the Caribbean Jack Sparrow knock off. I should have it by Tuesday so I hope it works for me.

My TA sent me a email saying that there is going to be another 4/3 deal again this winter. If we weren't going with friends, I'd be jumping on that again.:goodvibes


Thats supposedly just a rumor right now, and nothing is confirmed till next week whe nthe offical announcement is supposed to be made. The other rumor is free dining. I like that one.

[All7OfUs]

So you're going with the rum drinking, swaggering, swearing, pilfering, plundering and otherwise havoc-making sort of persona thing. It's you! ;)

At least for one night. Maybe.

[that's nice]

:rotfl2:

Oops. I totally meant to post that on my PTR... Sorry :guilty:
That's too funny!!!!!!:rotfl2:

HAPPY Happy Anniversary

aaarg to the Pirate costume!!pirate:
pirate: ARRGGGGGG <-- I'll have to practice that this week.;)


(btw there is a way to stand to get walt and the castle to synch up - like the holding hour hand type shots - this is clear as mud!)
Like standing on one foot, with one eye closed, facing SW?:confused3

Thats supposedly just a rumor right now, and nothing is confirmed till next week whe nthe offical announcement is supposed to be made. The other rumor is free dining. I like that one.

So are ya going?:rolleyes1

So you're going with the rum drinking, swaggering, swearing, pilfering, plundering and otherwise havoc-making sort of persona thing. It's you! ;)

At least for one night. Maybe.

One night..... this trip.
Probably many nights in March! :lmao:



We broke out the suitcases and are starting to pack. I'm going to do the online check in tonight on my PC. For some reason it doesn't like Macs?:confused3

[maroo]

I pulled the trigger today and purchased my pirate costume online. It is a Pirates of the Caribbean Jack Sparrow knock off. I should have it by Tuesday so I hope it works for me.

Still working on the plane tickets. Looking more like we are still leaving on Saturday.:sad2:

My TA sent me a email saying that there is going to be another 4/3 deal again this winter. If we weren't going with friends, I'd be jumping on that again.:goodvibes

No way.

You have "known" TK for what...a week? Two? And already inspired to buy a Jack costume? Was it all of those pictures? :rotfl:

Sorry...could. not. resist.


Seriously, I bet your wife will really dig the costume! :goodvibes

have a blast!!!! :)

[tinkgurl]

I'm way behind!

:love:Happy Anniversary!!:love:

Can't wait to see all your costumes on you guys!

[All7OfUs]

One night..... this trip.
Probably many nights in March! :lmao:



We broke out the suitcases and are starting to pack. I'm going to do the online check in tonight on my PC. For some reason it doesn't like Macs?:confused3

One could only figure as much. :rotfl2:

Let us know how online checkin goes. I'm curious to see if it works out smoothly for you. And take note of how it changes your checkin when you get there!

[that's nice]

No way.

You have "known" TK for what...a week? Two? And already inspired to buy a Jack costume? Was it all of those pictures? :rotfl:

Sorry...could. not. resist.


Seriously, I bet your wife will really dig the costume! :goodvibes

have a blast!!!! :)
I was thinking I was gonna be a pirate- Jack is THE pirate. He is a good looking pirate... TK's pictures may have sub-consciously swayed me in that direction. Now if I can just pull it off!:rotfl:

I'm way behind!

:love:Happy Anniversary!!:love:

Can't wait to see all your costumes on you guys!
Thanks for the wishes. We are getting close!!! And we are getting very excited!!!:banana:

One could only figure as much. :rotfl2:

Let us know how online checkin goes. I'm curious to see if it works out smoothly for you. And take note of how it changes your checkin when you get there!

Online check-in was easy... even better it worked on my MAC!!!! I just had to fill out all our info... Address, phone numbers, estimated time of check-in, stuff like that.

In March we did online check-in for CSR. When we arrived we walked up, told them our name, and they had all our info already for us in a packet. It was really quick. Hopefully it will be the same on Saturday.:)

[Sandy321]

Hey Tim - speaking of mac - have you been able to try the online adr? Do you get them to recognize you? I cant on the mac I get that E12etc code in red!

[tinkgurl]

5 days!! :yay:

[Sandy321]

NEWSFLASH :scared1: Main street Bakery will be closed 9/28 - Oct 6

carry on...

[maroo]

Woo Hoo!!!

5 days!!!!!


Bummer about the Main Street Bakery! :(

[onelilspark]

NEWSFLASH :scared1: Main street Bakery will be closed 9/28 - Oct 6

carry on...

:eek: It better open on time... :snooty:

And really? 5 days? Omg..what happened to September??

[tinkgurl]

NEWSFLASH :scared1: Main street Bakery will be closed 9/28 - Oct 6

carry on...

WHAT?! No cinnamon rolls for you?! :eek::sad2::sad1:

[that's nice]

Hey Tim - speaking of mac - have you been able to try the online adr? Do you get them to recognize you? I cant on the mac I get that E12etc code in red!
It's been doing that to me on my Mac and my PC. I don't know what is going on with it. It was working on both computers a few weeks ago.:confused3 I can't link my reservation # to my ADR? I donno. I'm glad I'm set with ADR's, I was just trying to see if I could change a time.

5 days!! :yay:
:woohoo::scared1::woohoo::scared1::woohoo:

NEWSFLASH :scared1: Main street Bakery will be closed 9/28 - Oct 6

carry on...

Thanks for the heads up. That really stinks.:sad2: Figures, we will be in MK on 10/5 & 10/6.

Woo Hoo!!!

5 days!!!!!


Bummer about the Main Street Bakery! :(
Yea I am bummed! OH WELL what cha gonna do?:rolleyes1

:eek: It better open on time... :snooty:

And really? 5 days? Omg..what happened to September??
September came in like a lion... NO:sad2: That's a different month.
Tell me about it... this month flew by!:yay:
WHAT?! No cinnamon rolls for you?! :eek::sad2::sad1:
I guess I'll have to have an extra Dole Whip then!!!!!! ::yes::

[tinkgurl]

Promise you'll think of me when you're there?! :flower3:

[All7OfUs]

I guess I'll have to have an extra Dole Whip then!!!!!! ::yes::


See, not only a pirate, but a smart one too!

[that's nice]

Promise you'll think of me when you're there?! :flower3:
But of course!:3dglasses

See, not only a pirate, but a smart one too!
AGGGRRRRRRRR! pirate:

Or I could always use one of my snacks as a funnel cake in MK. That would be good too. This trip is really gonna mess up the mini-diet I've been on. I'm going to try to take pics of everything we eat..... if DW doesn't make fun of me.

[All7OfUs]

But of course!:3dglasses


AGGGRRRRRRRR! pirate:

Or I could always use one of my snacks as a funnel cake in MK. That would be good too. This trip is really gonna mess up the mini-diet I've been on. I'm going to try to take pics of everything we eat..... if DW doesn't make fun of me.


Vacations are NOT for diets. Tim, pul-eeeeze!

Eat the funnel cake! and take a picture!

[that's nice]

I pulled the trigger on the rental car last night. I ended up getting it for $175. I thought I could do better but I was getting scared with what I started seeing on the Alamo site. I booked it through Priceline and got it for $19 a day + taxes=$175. Not bad. If I booked directly through Alamo I could of gotten it for $199, so I saved another $24. Plus the car is from Alamo(when doing name your best deal on priceline, you don't know what company it is going to be from)

Checked the shipping info on my costume and it is 'Out for delivery'!!!! I will have it in hand today! Juliana and I are going to go to the dollar store and see what type of fun stuff we can find to bring with us! Hopefully they have some Disney Halloween items I can buy.:goodvibes I'll let you know if I find anything.

All3OfUs;) are getting very excited. We can't believe we are only a few days away!!!!!:woohoo:

[that's nice]

Vacations are NOT for diets. Tim, pul-eeeeze!

Eat the funnel cake! and take a picture!

True... nothing like a vacation to ruin a great diet!!! I'm down to around 203. It fluctuates around 201-205. I'm trying to get (& stay) under 200. Mel says she can really see it in my face. My double chin has disappeared(according to herLOLOL)

I few summers ago, at my highest, I was 237lbs. I can't say I've been on a diet for that long, but since June I have tried to cut portions, stop eating junk, and just be a little more mindful what I'm eating. From June till now, I've lost about 10-12lbs. Now if I can just get rid of my pot belly. LOL:rotfl2: (although now my jeans are falling off my waist)

[lbuzz52]

I pulled the trigger on the rental car last night. I ended up getting it for $175. I thought I could do better but I was getting scared with what I started seeing on the Alamo site. I booked it through Priceline and got it for $19 a day + taxes=$175. Not bad. If I booked directly through Alamo I could of gotten it for $199, so I saved another $24. Plus the car is from Alamo(when doing name your best deal on priceline, you don't know what company it is going to be from)

Checked the shipping info on my costume and it is 'Out for delivery'!!!! I will have it in hand today! Juliana and I are going to go to the dollar store and see what type of fun stuff we can find to bring with us! Hopefully they have some Disney Halloween items I can buy.:goodvibes I'll let you know if I find anything.

All3OfUs;) are getting very excited. We can't believe we are only a few days away!!!!!:woohoo:


we did a dollar tree run this weekend. there wasn't much disney halloween- i think i only found a disney halloween coloring book- but, we loaded up on glowsticks and glowwands of all kinds.
i also found a bunch of interchangable princess jewelry- there was a wand, bracelet, necklace, and rings- each had 3-5 pieces with princess heads that you can change out.
also saw the usual disney crayons and puzzles.

[that's nice]

we did a dollar tree run this weekend. there wasn't much disney halloween- i think i only found a disney halloween coloring book- but, we loaded up on glowsticks and glowwands of all kinds.
i also found a bunch of interchangable princess jewelry- there was a wand, bracelet, necklace, and rings- each had 3-5 pieces with princess heads that you can change out.
also saw the usual disney crayons and puzzles.

This trip was unsuccessful. :sad2: We went to Target as well... no dice. They had tons for Halloween.. nothing Disney. DW is off tomorrow... we will try K-Mart and (the dreaded) Walmart. If we can't find anything we will just buy some Halloween window clings and then I'll run to HD for some Mickey Heads!

[that's nice]

My costume came... yup I'm a Jack Sparrow wannabe.:rotfl: Now I need to find all the pictures I can of him to try to get down the look. Heck, I might have to go rent Pirates and watch it with DW tomorrow night.

I just saw this link on MSN. http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/33070308/ns/travel-family

NEW YORK - Disney is offering a free day's admission to 1 million guests who complete a day of volunteer work next year.

The "Give a Day, Get a Disney Day" program will provide certified volunteers with a one-day ticket to any park at Disneyland in Anaheim, Calif., or Walt Disney World near Orlando, Fla., in 2010.

Would-be volunteers must register online with Disney and must be residents of the U.S., Canada or Puerto Rico to be eligible for the free admission.

Disney is partnering with HandsOn Network, a clearinghouse for volunteer opportunities, to connect people with projects and to certify that the work was done.

"We are trying to inspire 1 million people to volunteer in their communities and we're inspiring them to do that by giving them a free day at a Disney park," Jay Rasulo, chairman of Walt Disney Parks and Resorts, said in a phone interview with The Associated Press.

Rasulo called the promotion "very timely," citing the increased needs of nonprofits in the weak economy, as well as President Barack Obama's national volunteering initiative.

Duncan Dickson, who teaches theme park management at the University of Central Florida's Rosen School of Hospitality Management in Orlando, said the volunteer initiative is "a smart marketing move."

Dickson said Disney will get good buzz for encouraging volunteerism plus free publicity from the nonprofits that benefit. And even when theme parks let people in for free, they make their money back in other ways, Dickson said.

"You make a lot of money in popcorn and T-shirts and other things," Dickson said.

[tinkgurl]

Woo! Your costume came! Are you even going to put on the eyeliner like Capt. Jack? You gotta get his look down to the tee! :thumbsup2

Wow, 1 million people! That's awesome! But how will they know that they really did the volunteer work?

[that's nice]

Woo! Your costume came! Are you even going to put on the eyeliner like Capt. Jack? You gotta get his look down to the tee! :thumbsup2

Wow, 1 million people! That's awesome! But how will they know that they really did the volunteer work?

I think they/you have to pre-register with an approved organization. Then once you do the work they give you a certificate... or something like that...:confused3

[All7OfUs]

1. Congrats on getting (almost) down to under 200! That's a healthy goal. Now go forth and eat funnel cakes at Disney. Then come back and return with a "No Cokes, No Donuts" attitude. You can also hang out with Sandy and gang until January, and be guilted into following their lofty examples.

2. You got your costume! OK, I simply cannot wait to see pictures! I'm sure you'll look dashing!! Especially sans ddoouubbllee chin.

3. Hmmmm... a pre-approved org. I'm not sure I like that approach. It will be very interesting indeed to see which ones will be on their list. I'll reserve further comment until then. :rolleyes1

4. You have no idea what a pot belly is until you've carried and birthed 5 bundles of joy! Abs will NEVER. BE. THE. SAME. :scared1: :sad2:

[Sandy321]

hey hey hey - just wanted to say HAVE FUN!!

and its a given to make fun of people taking pictures of food!! Go for broke, funnel cakes, dole whips, mickey bars... works for me!! :thumbsup2

[that's nice]

Woo! Your costume came! Are you even going to put on the eyeliner like Capt. Jack? You gotta get his look down to the tee! :thumbsup2
I missed this part last night... I'm going to be wearing eyeliner. I'm going to let DW put it on me though. I'd probably poke myself in the eye or something! :rotfl:
1. Congrats on getting (almost) down to under 200! That's a healthy goal. Now go forth and eat funnel cakes at Disney. Then come back and return with a "No Cokes, No Donuts" attitude. You can also hang out with Sandy and gang until January, and be guilted into following their lofty examples.

2. You got your costume! OK, I simply cannot wait to see pictures! I'm sure you'll look dashing!! Especially sans ddoouubbllee chin.

3. Hmmmm... a pre-approved org. I'm not sure I like that approach. It will be very interesting indeed to see which ones will be on their list. I'll reserve further comment until then. :rolleyes1

4. You have no idea what a pot belly is until you've carried and birthed 5 bundles of joy! Abs will NEVER. BE. THE. SAME. :scared1: :sad2:
1. I like this #'s thing! LOL I need to live it up in Disney. I just really don't need dessert with all those meals. Who eats dessert after lunch? :confused3

2. The double chin is DW assessment.LOLOL I tried on the costume yesterday and Juliana started laughing at me. Yup, my 3yr old daughter is laughing at me. I thought I'd have a few more years before this would happen. I took a picture with my cell and sent it to Melody while she was at work. She said she showed everyone she worked with..... OH GREAT!

3. Here is the site http://disney.prizelogic.com/ it is actually muppets themed. (I like it!!!) It is still under construction.

4. LOLLOLOL Nore will I ever know! Sometimes I thank God that I'm not a woman (no offense to all my readers!)

Are there any other guys out there reading this???? ScottNY used to visit but I haven't seen him in a while. Are there any others that I'm not aware of???:confused3

hey hey hey - just wanted to say HAVE FUN!!

and its a given to make fun of people taking pictures of food!! Go for broke, funnel cakes, dole whips, mickey bars... works for me!! :thumbsup2
Are there any food picture takers who aren't DISers? I find it a little weird but fun at the same time!

I'll save the Mickey bar for DD. That thing has 75% of your daily fat intake. I'd feel guilty eating it.:sad2:

WE ARE GETTING REALLY EXCITED!!!!!!!!!!!!!!:woohoo: :yay: :woohoo: :yay: :woohoo:

EDIT:::: I just found this--> "Main Street Bakery closed- 9/28/09 - 10/6/2009 Casey's Corner and Plaza Ice Cream Parlor will be serving a continental breakfast while the bakery is closed." Maybe we can get a cinnamon roll after all?

[All7OfUs]

Responses in red...

I missed this part last night... I'm going to be wearing eyeliner. I'm going to let DW put it on me though. I'd probably poke myself in the eye or something! :rotfl:

Did you ever read Mrs. The King's reports?? OMG! They are so funny!! This totally reminds me of her chapter called "something, something, and Jellybags"! Yeah, she called her daughter's eyes "jellybags". :lmao:1. I like this #'s thing! LOL I need to live it up in Disney. I just really don't need dessert with all those meals. Who eats dessert after lunch? :confused3

:confused3 Seems like overkill to me. I vote for a funnel cake at 3:00! Dessert, but late.
2. The double chin is DW assessment.LOLOL I tried on the costume yesterday and Juliana started laughing at me. Yup, my 3yr old daughter is laughing at me. I thought I'd have a few more years before this would happen. I took a picture with my cell and sent it to Melody while she was at work. She said she showed everyone she worked with..... OH GREAT!

I'm sure they had a ball.
Wait til they are 15! Unbelievable!
3. Here is the site http://disney.prizelogic.com/ it is actually muppets themed. (I like it!!!) It is still under construction.

I'll check it out!
4. LOLLOLOL Nore will I ever know! Sometimes I thank God that I'm not a woman (no offense to all my readers!)

Do. But then again, it works both ways pal.
Are there any other guys out there reading this???? ScottNY used to visit but I haven't seen him in a while. Are there any others that I'm not aware of???:confused3


Are there any food picture takers who aren't DISers? I find it a little weird but fun at the same time!

Weird, but fun- like you say. I felt like I had to get pre-approval from LeeAnn to do this for our trip. Otherwise??
I'll save the Mickey bar for DD. That thing has 75% of your daily fat intake. I'd feel guilty eating it.:sad2:

:lmao::scared1: Holy Cow!!! WE ARE GETTING REALLY EXCITED!!!!!!!!!!!!!!:woohoo: :yay: :woohoo: :yay: :woohoo:

EDIT:::: I just found this--> "Main Street Bakery closed- 9/28/09 - 10/6/2009 Casey's Corner and Plaza Ice Cream Parlor will be serving a continental breakfast while the bakery is closed." Maybe we can get a cinnamon roll after all?

Funnel cakes are better.

[figment41]

For some reason I lost track of you PTR I can not believe how soon you leave.

Have a great trip and we are looking forwar to hearing all about it!!!!:wizard:

[lbuzz52]

can't wait to see the eyeliner shots- :rotfl2:

oh, eat a mickey bar. if you feel really bad about it just buy it from the furthest place from you. extra burn for the extra goodness!

you leave so soon! and my college roommate left today! i'm officially jealous!

[that's nice]

For some reason I lost track of you PTR I can not believe how soon you leave.

Have a great trip and we are looking forwar to hearing all about it!!!!:wizard:
HI!!! WELCOME BACK!!!!:wave2:

We are almost there!! I will be writing a TR once we get back! This thread will keep on too. We have a March trip to plan for!!!:woohoo:

can't wait to see the eyeliner shots- :rotfl2:

oh, eat a mickey bar. if you feel really bad about it just buy it from the furthest place from you. extra burn for the extra goodness!

you leave so soon! and my college roommate left today! i'm officially jealous!Maybe I can go for a run in the morning at POP.:confused3 If I do eat a Mickey Bar I will force myself to run somewhere... but not in the parks.:sad2: That is frowned upon.:scared1:

You are right behind us. It will go fast!!!:goodvibes

[Sandy321]

OK FINE _ Mickey bars are out... :sad: (I imagine that would include any Dove Bars I may run into here at home... :rolleyes1)

What's the fat content of Funnel Cakes? Spoil it for me, go ahead... :sad:

Funnel cake (1): 760 calories/44 g fat
Giant turkey leg: 1,136 calories/54 g fat
Dole Whip (google was less than helpful, maybe 80 calories and 5 Fat calories)

(and I'm looking for nutritional information on that cinnamon BUN mister!) :)

Google found one cinnabun at 730 calories and 216 FAT GRAMS - and I think its SMALLER than wdw's version!!

Also - keep in mind if I can train for a Half in Chicago's Winter - then by golly you can get out there in Conn!!

[tinkgurl]

I missed this part last night... I'm going to be wearing eyeliner. I'm going to let DW put it on me though. I'd probably poke myself in the eye or something! :rotfl:

EDIT:::: I just found this--> "Main Street Bakery closed- 9/28/09 - 10/6/2009 Casey's Corner and Plaza Ice Cream Parlor will be serving a continental breakfast while the bakery is closed." Maybe we can get a cinnamon roll after all?

:rotfl2: Probably a good idea to let your DW do the eyeliner for you. :thumbsup2

Oooh..I hope you get a cinnamon roll there!

[JPFamilyMom]

I got on last night cause I couldn't sleep and read everything I missed, but looking back I can't find my post, so in my restless night I must've been either dreaming or had forgot to push the send putton....

I can't believe all the fun I have missed leading up to these 3 :yay::woohoo: days before you depart to the Happiest Place on Earth :banana::banana::banana:

You better take lots of pictures of you all in costumes. It is amazing how the DIS talks us into things... Jack Sparrow... hehe

Anyhow, I can't wait to see how your trip plays out, and will be anxiously awaiting your TR.... you are writing one, right?:rolleyes1 no pressure

[that's nice]

OK FINE _ Mickey bars are out... :sad: (I imagine that would include any Dove Bars I may run into here at home... :rolleyes1)

What's the fat content of Funnel Cakes? Spoil it for me, go ahead... :sad:

Funnel cake (1): 760 calories/44 g fat
Giant turkey leg: 1,136 calories/54 g fat
Dole Whip (google was less than helpful, maybe 80 calories and 5 Fat calories)

(and I'm looking for nutritional information on that cinnamon BUN mister!) :)

Google found one cinnabun at 730 calories and 216 FAT GRAMS - and I think its SMALLER than wdw's version!!

Also - keep in mind if I can train for a Half in Chicago's Winter - then by golly you can get out there in Conn!!
I have to remember to take a picture of the nutritional info on a Mickey bar. You all will like it.. or not! LOL

I know Chicago is the windy city... our winter weather is just as bad. We get a little lake effect snow here. No where as much as you though. We probably get more total snow than Chicago though. I'd have to look it up.

:rotfl2: Probably a good idea to let your DW do the eyeliner for you. :thumbsup2

Oooh..I hope you get a cinnamon roll there!
Do you know the grief I would get if any of my friends saw me putting this on? LOL

I got on last night cause I couldn't sleep and read everything I missed, but looking back I can't find my post, so in my restless night I must've been either dreaming or had forgot to push the send putton....

I can't believe all the fun I have missed leading up to these 3 :yay::woohoo: days before you depart to the Happiest Place on Earth :banana::banana::banana:

You better take lots of pictures of you all in costumes. It is amazing how the DIS talks us into things... Jack Sparrow... hehe

Anyhow, I can't wait to see how your trip plays out, and will be anxiously awaiting your TR.... you are writing one, right?:rolleyes1 no pressure
I will be writing a TR.. keep in mind this PTR is still going to be running till our March trip.

You must of been tired. I've tried to write while falling asleep before. It's always comedy when I wake up and see what I have wrote. Then I delete it!!:rotfl:

[that's nice]

I've been checking Orlando's weather ever day for the last week. It keeps getting worse. It went from being sunny everyday, to having isolated thunder storms a few days, to now having isolated and scattered thunder storms everyday.:sad2: Day time highs around 88- lows around 72.

We went to 4 stores today to pick up last minute items and to find some decorations. We couldn't find any Disney window clings but we have found a few things to put in our window. I also bought 4 ponchos for $1 each (looks like we might need them) We also found some glow in the dark princess wands. Juliana will love these. I bought some boot covers to finish my costume. I was thinking about buying the Jack Sparrow goatee with beads. I think it will look cheesy. Here is a pic of it.---> http://www.buypiratecostumes.com/accessories_jack_sparrow_goatee_mustache.html I think I'll be better off using the makeup and leaving off the goatee.

I rented Pirates of the Caribbean tonight. DW started watching it with me.. that lasted about 10 minutes. Her friend called and I watched the rest by myself. I was going to call it an adult Disney movie night.... maybe it was Tim's movie night. LOLOL

DW has most of her packing done. Juliana is done and I haven't started. I have to get this done tomorrow. I just picked up a job tomorrow night so I need to get it done during the day. I guess that's it for now.:3dglasses

I forgot to add.... my mom came over for dinner and brought Juliana a present for Disney. She bought her a Fisher Price Camera. http://www.fisher-price.com/fp.aspx?st=2620&e=cameralanding It is a 1.3MP camera. Ana was running around snapping pictures for over an hour. Then the battery's died! I DLed her pics to my computer and they didn't look all that bad. She will be so excited when she is snapping her own pics in WDW!!!

[MaryAz]

I posted at the begining-just went back and read about 30 pages LOL. Very cute pics from ur vacation. Yay for clean scans etc. Hope you all have a fabulous time. Can't wait to read and see all the pics. I have really enjoyed ur reports and writing style. :banana::banana::banana:

[that's nice]

I posted at the begining-just went back and read about 30 pages LOL. Very cute pics from ur vacation. Yay for clean scans etc. Hope you all have a fabulous time. Can't wait to read and see all the pics. I have really enjoyed ur reports and writing style. :banana::banana::banana:

Thanks for coming back!!! We are getting so close! :yay: Are you still working on your report? If you are, I'll have some catching up to do on yours too!:goodvibes

[All7OfUs]

Get the gotee! It's funny!

The calories in the funnel cake are about 1/2 of what I eat ALL DAY LONG!! :lmao:

I'm sure my poor DH feels the same way almost EVERY movie night. I usually jump on here instead. :thumbsup2

I think with that kind of crappy forecast, I'd get a few more ponchos. :confused3. Do you have a mostly indoor version of an itinerary?

You ARE going to post some of Jul's pix, right?? It will be very fun to see a child's perspective on WHAT WDW is!

[figment41]

Walgreens has halloween window clings at least mine did a couple of days ago

have a great trip:wizard:

[figment41]

also i think i read somewhere that when you drive through the gates to enter Walt Disney World they take away all calories and fat grams from all food.

Enjoy yourself!!! Have some for us too!!:wizard:

[onelilspark]

I was talking to my Mom and she said that the weather is cooling down. (Which means it's not so hot & humid as it has been.) Much more comfortable for walking around the parks!

[tinkgurl]

DW skipped out on the movie?! :scared1: She's missing out on a good movie!

[that's nice]

Get the gotee! It's funny!

The calories in the funnel cake are about 1/2 of what I eat ALL DAY LONG!! :lmao:

I'm sure my poor DH feels the same way almost EVERY movie night. I usually jump on here instead. :thumbsup2

I think with that kind of crappy forecast, I'd get a few more ponchos. :confused3. Do you have a mostly indoor version of an itinerary?

You ARE going to post some of Jul's pix, right?? It will be very fun to see a child's perspective on WHAT WDW is!
You think the goatee looks good? I thought it looked bad. HUMMM maybe I can get it and just use the chin part and just use what I have for the mustache.:confused3 You say it's funny... in a good (like Captn' Jack way) or a bad (I would love to see Tim wearing that so we can laugh at him) way?????:lmao:

I wouldn't eat the whole funnel cake to myself.. probably split it between the 3 of us. Juliana would probably say she doesn't like it!

Indoor version? What's that?

I'm going to DL her pics along with mine to the computer every night. That way if either camera was lost we would have the pics.


Walgreens has halloween window clings at least mine did a couple of days ago

have a great trip:wizard:
Thanks! I'm going to check there on my way to work tonight!! If they don't have em then no biggie.

also i think i read somewhere that when you drive through the gates to enter Walt Disney World they take away all calories and fat grams from all food.

Enjoy yourself!!! Have some for us too!!:wizard:
LOLOL That is too funny!!!!:rotfl::lmao::rotfl::lmao:
I was talking to my Mom and she said that the weather is cooling down. (Which means it's not so hot & humid as it has been.) Much more comfortable for walking around the parks!
DW's cousins wife said its getting cooler down here. A cold front went through now it's only going to be 88 tomorrow!!!! LOLOLOL:rotfl2: FYI It's 56 here today and my propane stove is running. LOLOLOL:lmao:

DW skipped out on the movie?! :scared1: She's missing out on a good movie!
Yea I donno.:confused3 I told her Johny Depp is hot. She said she knows. Then she was on the phone for 1 hour. LOL

[All7OfUs]

You think the goatee looks good? I thought it looked bad. HUMMM maybe I can get it and just use the chin part and just use what I have for the mustache.:confused3 You say it's funny... in a good (like Captn' Jack way) or a bad (I would love to see Tim wearing that so we can laugh at him) way?????:lmao:



Can I think on that?

[tinkgurl]

Yea I donno.:confused3 I told her Johny Depp is hot. She said she knows. Then she was on the phone for 1 hour. LOL

Well..you could kinda take that as a compliment. She's not interested in checking out how hot Johnny Depp is. :confused3

[lbuzz52]

Maya has that camera. I think she took about 500. Pictures Christmas day. Sgr loves it.

[All7OfUs]

You leave

T O M O R R O W !!!! :banana::woohoo::banana:
:cheer2::yay::cheer2:
:banana::woohoo::banana:
Uh huh, uh huh, uh huh-uh huh-uh huh!!!:woohoo:

If I can't post before then:

HAVE A WONDERFUL TIME!!!

1. Eat a funnel cake

2. Ride the TTA- and flash your feet

3. Scream like a baby on BTMRR

4. Sing Boo To You for an entire night because you can't get it out of your head

5. and say hi to Mickey for me!

[MaryAz]

Thanks for coming back!!! We are getting so close! :yay: Are you still working on your report? If you are, I'll have some catching up to do on yours too!:goodvibes

Did 3 updates today. Come check it out when you get back. Have a great trip!!

[that's nice]

Can I think on that?
Ummm... I guess so. But I need an answer.... I should just buy it.

Well..you could kinda take that as a compliment. She's not interested in checking out how hot Johnny Depp is. :confused3
If this was Dancing With the Stars she would of watched it! LOL

Maya has that camera. I think she took about 500. Pictures Christmas day. Sgr loves it.
Hopefully it will work ok for her. Do you know if there a way to delete more than 1 pic at a time?

You leave

T O M O R R O W !!!! :banana::woohoo::banana:
:cheer2::yay::cheer2:
:banana::woohoo::banana:
Uh huh, uh huh, uh huh-uh huh-uh huh!!!:woohoo:

If I can't post before then:

HAVE A WONDERFUL TIME!!!

1. Eat a funnel cake

2. Ride the TTA- and flash your feet

3. Scream like a baby on BTMRR

4. Sing Boo To You for an entire night because you can't get it out of your head

5. and say hi to Mickey for me!
Thanks so much.. I hope to do all these things & more!!!!! (well maybe not flashing my feet!LOL)

[All7OfUs]

Ummm... I guess so. But I need an answer.... I should just buy it.


(well maybe not flashing my feet!LOL)

Go with the gotee! It's funny, in a good sort of way. Perfect for Halloween!

Ch-ch-chicken...

[jenseib]

I have a suggestion for you. You may know it already. But when it rains, put a pncho over the stroller. It works so good. We've done it a few times at different things, including Disney. Clear is preferred by Claire so she can still see. but I put it right over the top and she and our bags stay very dry. We did it at our county fair a few weeks ago and so many people commented on how "smart" that was. LOL! I learned it here on Dis.

[lbuzz52]

therE probably maybe but I haven't found it.

Stay safe cool and dry. Have fun!

[onelilspark]

In case I miss it, have a great trip! (I have my parents here, so I won't be on the DIS that much!)

I want a full report on MNSSHP!

[tinkgurl]

You leave TOMORROW!!

I'll be wondering where you're at and what you're doing..Hope you have tons of fun..Can't wait for a TR!

[disney<333]

Wow, your leaving tomorrow:dance3:
Hope you have a magical trip! I'll be thinking of you at disney world while im folding laundry, at the grocery store etc.
Take lot's of pictures of Juliana, you and mel, and disney at halloween since I will no longer be experiencing it this year.
Once again have a magical trip.:banana:
And don't forget to tie-die cheesecake at the pop food court. It's to die forpopcorn::
Can't wait to read your TR when you get back.
Who knows maybe mine will be done:confused3:lmao:

[that's nice]

I'm too tired to respond to everybody..... I need to get some sleep.:rolleyes1 I want to thank all of you for being a part in my PTR. Not only does it help the time go faster but all of you have had some great ideas and your Disney knowledge is second to none!:wizard: I will be keeping this PTR going till my March trip and I will be writing a TR for this trip. I hope everyone has a great week and I will post sometime next Friday. Thanks again everyone!!!!:thumbsup2:goodvibes

In 6 hours we will be leavingpirate:...... DISNEY HERE WE COME!!!!!!

[All7OfUs]

party::jumping1:party:

"See" you when you get back!!!

[StefaniLyn]

Have a wonderful, magical, incredible trip! :cool1:I'm going to catch up on your PTR while you're gone so I'm all set to read your Trip Report when you get back! Safe Travels!!!

[disney<333]

Wow your finally at disney. :dance3:
I bet you're doing this right now:beach::wave2:pixiedust::jumping1::rainbow:20pa rty::dancer:
While I'm :surfweb:
Hope you're having (had:confused3) a great trip!

[Mommy2LittleVols]

Sorry I missed your send off! Hope you guys are having a wonderful time!! Did you have any trouble picking up the packages at Pop?

[IBelieveInTheMagic]

Hi Tim!!! I'm back from the world today and you just arrived! BOO for us but yeah for you guys! :cheer2: I haven't decided if I'll do a trip report but if I do, I'll be sure to tell you. I can't wait to hear about your adventures! It was a great trip for us although exhausting and very warm/hot. Hopefully the weather will cooperate for you guys and I swear when I was watching the weather channel this morning while getting ready to leave, I thought about you guys! :)

Hope you're having a blast!
Heather

[jenseib]

Hope you had a safe trip. Thinking lots about you guys, even though I haven;t been on as much as I wanted to the last few days. Have fun!

[All7OfUs]

Well, it's Wednesday (day for me). You're sleeping in a Disney resort, POP to be exact, and I"m not. You've been sorely missed around here, probably enjoying a Dole Whip float each day. Well, ok, not each day, but you get it.

Hope you're having a great time!

[tinkgurl]

*Sigh*....Hope you're having FUN Tim while I'm in CLASS. :laughing:

[that's nice]

Hey everyone!!!
We are home:sad2:... safe:woohoo:
It feels great to be here in 50 degree weather. We sweated our way through 5 days at WDW. It is just about 1am here but I just wanted to let you know that we had a great time and I can't wait to tell you about it. Although we didn't receive much pixie dust, it didn't matter. But we tried to spread some. I have a busy weekend with work so hopefully on Monday I'll start my TR. I have some catching up to do. I haven't watched any sports or news since last Friday so I have no clue what is going on in the world...... although I do know the Yankees won yesterday!!! LOLOL:rotfl::goodvibes

Here is a pic from our trip... (just a little tease!!!)

http://i391.photobucket.com/albums/oo351/djtimbct/random%20pics/DSC06621.jpg

[All7OfUs]

WOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOHOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!! Tim's back!!!:woohoo:

Great teaser picture- Juliana is ADORABLE!!!

I've been on pins and needles for days! (as you can see above!) Have a super time at work this week (NOT) and we'll be waiting for your first installment.

Welcome home!

[that's nice]

I have a suggestion for you. You may know it already. But when it rains, put a pncho over the stroller. It works so good. We've done it a few times at different things, including Disney. Clear is preferred by Claire so she can still see. but I put it right over the top and she and our bags stay very dry. We did it at our county fair a few weeks ago and so many people commented on how "smart" that was. LOL! I learned it here on Dis.Thanks for the tip... I might:confused3 of actually used this tip.....:rolleyes1

therE probably maybe but I haven't found it.

Stay safe cool and dry. Have fun!Thanks.. we are home not ready to get back to regular life. :sad1:

In case I miss it, have a great trip! (I have my parents here, so I won't be on the DIS that much!)

I want a full report on MNSSHP!Get ready for the TR!!!;)

You leave TOMORROW!!

I'll be wondering where you're at and what you're doing..Hope you have tons of fun..Can't wait for a TR! You changed your avatar... it messed me all up!!!!

Wow, your leaving tomorrow:dance3:
Hope you have a magical trip! I'll be thinking of you at disney world while im folding laundry, at the grocery store etc.
Take lot's of pictures of Juliana, you and mel, and disney at halloween since I will no longer be experiencing it this year.
Once again have a magical trip.:banana:
And don't forget to tie-die cheesecake at the pop food court. It's to die forpopcorn::
Can't wait to read your TR when you get back.
Who knows maybe mine will be done:confused3:lmao:900 pics enough for you? I already went through and deleted 50+ I was snapping away!

[that's nice]

party::jumping1:party:

"See" you when you get back!!!Well we're back.... can you 'see' me?

Have a wonderful, magical, incredible trip! :cool1:I'm going to catch up on your PTR while you're gone so I'm all set to read your Trip Report when you get back! Safe Travels!!! So are you all caught up? I hope so.:rotfl:

Wow your finally at disney. :dance3:
I bet you're doing this right now:beach::wave2:pixiedust::jumping1::rainbow:20pa rty::dancer:
While I'm :surfweb:
Hope you're having (had:confused3) a great trip!I wish I was at the beach.... ummm not really! LOL

Sorry I missed your send off! Hope you guys are having a wonderful time!! Did you have any trouble picking up the packages at Pop?No once I figured out where to get them! Thank you so much again... that was so nice of you!

Hi Tim!!! I'm back from the world today and you just arrived! BOO for us but yeah for you guys! :cheer2: I haven't decided if I'll do a trip report but if I do, I'll be sure to tell you. I can't wait to hear about your adventures! It was a great trip for us although exhausting and very warm/hot. Hopefully the weather will cooperate for you guys and I swear when I was watching the weather channel this morning while getting ready to leave, I thought about you guys! :)

Hope you're having a blast!
HeatherWeather.... what weather??? I hope you do write a TR! Thanks for thinking about us!!!! :hippie:

Hope you had a safe trip. Thinking lots about you guys, even though I haven;t been on as much as I wanted to the last few days. Have fun!Thanks for the wishes!

Well, it's Wednesday (day for me). You're sleeping in a Disney resort, POP to be exact, and I"m not. You've been sorely missed around here, probably enjoying a Dole Whip float each day. Well, ok, not each day, but you get it.

Hope you're having a great time!Getting a little anxious for your trip?

*Sigh*....Hope you're having FUN Tim while I'm in CLASS. :laughing:Ahhh... your only 5 months away!!!!:wizard:

[that's nice]

WOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOHOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!! Tim's back!!!:woohoo:

Great teaser picture- Juliana is ADORABLE!!!

I've been on pins and needles for days! (as you can see above!) Have a super time at work this week (NOT) and we'll be waiting for your first installment.

Welcome home!Thanks! It feels good to be home but I wish we were still there. I have so much to say but I need some sleep and I want to save it all for my TR. I'm heading to your TR now to see what I missed!!!:goodvibes

[All7OfUs]

You missed a ton, and you're down by 2 points on the Rations Drop game! :scared1:

Naw, not excited at all. :rolleyes1

Yeah, I "see" that you should be in bed; it's almost 2 there!

[onelilspark]

Welcome home!

(The Phils are also 1-1 in their series against Colorado...)

[IBelieveInTheMagic]

Welcome home!! :cheer2: It's good to know you all arrived safely and thanks for the teaser pic of Juliana - so beautiful! :lovestruc

The heat definitely affected us in slight ways. For example, I only took about 600 pictures on this trip compared to 900 in November! I can't wait to hear what you had to say about it as well and your experiences.....

Rest up - we'll be waiting patiently. I'm still uploading all my pictures and I'm writing a trip journal that way if/when I do a TR I can just copy/paste and insert pictures!

Heather

[figment41]

Welcome Home!!!

I can not wait for your TR. My DD has the same Alice dress as Julianna but it is still too big. After seeing that pic I can not wait til next year. How fun!!:wizard:

[jenseib]

Welcome home! Love the teaser! Juliana looks so cute! I can't wait to read about your trip!

[Sandy321]

awww Welcome Home

Princess Julianna is adorable!!

Cant wait to read all about it!!

[tinkgurl]

Haha, sorry I changed my pic! I was getting bored with that one. :laughing: LOVE that pic of Juliana with Alice. Can't wait for the TR to actually start. :woohoo:

[lbuzz52]

can't wait to hear about it, especially MNSSHP.
oh who am i kidding, i'm ready to hear it all.

[disney<333]

Sounds like you had a great trip!
Can't wait to read your TR.
The picture of Jul is beyond cute.
Any chance we'll get to see a picture of everybody in their costumes early?

[MaryAz]

Welcome Home. We have been teased, now get writing LOL Can't wait to hear all about it.

[that's nice]

Welcome home!

(The Phils are also 1-1 in their series against Colorado...)
Now the Yanks are up 2-0 :woohoo::woohoo: I'll take a NY Philly WS!

Welcome home!! :cheer2: It's good to know you all arrived safely and thanks for the teaser pic of Juliana - so beautiful! :lovestruc

The heat definitely affected us in slight ways. For example, I only took about 600 pictures on this trip compared to 900 in November! I can't wait to hear what you had to say about it as well and your experiences.....

Rest up - we'll be waiting patiently. I'm still uploading all my pictures and I'm writing a trip journal that way if/when I do a TR I can just copy/paste and insert pictures!

Heather
Let me know when you do start that TR. I'll be following along!

Welcome Home!!!

I can not wait for your TR. My DD has the same Alice dress as Julianna but it is still too big. After seeing that pic I can not wait til next year. How fun!!:wizard:

Welcome home! Love the teaser! Juliana looks so cute! I can't wait to read about your trip!
She loves her Alice dress! I hope it isn't to cold here on Halloween when she wears it next.

awww Welcome Home

Princess Julianna is adorable!!

Cant wait to read all about it!!
Thanks.. I hope you are feeling better.:flower3:

Haha, sorry I changed my pic! I was getting bored with that one. :laughing: LOVE that pic of Juliana with Alice. Can't wait for the TR to actually start. :woohoo:
Well I like the new one!:thumbsup2

can't wait to hear about it, especially MNSSHP.
oh who am i kidding, i'm ready to hear it all.Hopefully I can have it done before you leave on your trip. I should be able to.. it was only a 6 day trip.

Sounds like you had a great trip!
Can't wait to read your TR.
The picture of Jul is beyond cute.
Any chance we'll get to see a picture of everybody in their costumes early?
Umm I don't want to spoil the fun. Maybe I will post another of Juliana before I start my TR. I still have to DL all of the pictures Juliana took with her camera.

Welcome Home. We have been teased, now get writing LOL Can't wait to hear all about it.LOLOL busy weekend. I might try to start it on Sunday.

[All7OfUs]

LOL!

I saw you online. Having too much fun here, I guess to go to bed! LOL!

[JPFamilyMom]

WELCOME BACK!!!!:banana::cool1:

The teaser picture is AdOrAbLe.... can't wait to see more and read about your trip.:thumbsup2

[Sandy321]

popcorn::

Guess I'd better stop procrastinating! :rolleyes1

[lbuzz52]

Dont worry about my schedule! It will be good reading before during or after the trip

[onelilspark]

Now the Yanks are up 2-0 :woohoo::woohoo: I'll take a NY Philly WS!


Why? So it won't be as stressful for you? You know you'll lose going in?? :rotfl:

...sorry, I couldn't help it!

[that's nice]

LOL!

I saw you online. Having too much fun here, I guess to go to bed! LOL!
I was just trying to catch up on a few TRs... I still have a few to catch up on!

WELCOME BACK!!!!:banana::cool1:

The teaser picture is AdOrAbLe.... can't wait to see more and read about your trip.:thumbsup2
Thanks. She looked really cute (i might be biased though!LOLOL) We even found Alice for a picture! (another teaser)

popcorn::

Guess I'd better stop procrastinating! :rolleyes1
Are you popcorning me? LOLOL

Dont worry about my schedule! It will be good reading before during or after the trip
You are getting really close!!! I need to get writing!!!

Why? So it won't be as stressful for you? You know you'll lose going in?? :rotfl:

...sorry, I couldn't help it!
Well I don't know how a NYer could root against the Yankees. I might want a NY -vs- Dodgers though. Bring Torre back!!!

[Sandy321]

Hey now, why was I thinking youd at least post another teaserphoto since you said you could post on Sunday...

*sigh...

<poke> <poke>
popcorn::







:rotfl:

[PopArtGal]

Can't wait to hear all about it!

[KatMark]

Hey everyone!!!
We are home:sad2:... safe:woohoo:
It feels great to be here in 50 degree weather. We sweated our way through 5 days at WDW. It is just about 1am here but I just wanted to let you know that we had a great time and I can't wait to tell you about it. Although we didn't receive much pixie dust, it didn't matter. But we tried to spread some. I have a busy weekend with work so hopefully on Monday I'll start my TR. I have some catching up to do. I haven't watched any sports or news since last Friday so I have no clue what is going on in the world...... although I do know the Yankees won yesterday!!! LOLOL:rotfl::goodvibes

Here is a pic from our trip... (just a little tease!!!)

http://i391.photobucket.com/albums/oo351/djtimbct/random%20pics/DSC06621.jpg

Oh my...what an absolutely adorable picture. I love it. I could just hug that darling Julianna all day. Such a sweetie. I've finished my trip report and am now anxious to follow yours, Tim. :)

[All7OfUs]

popcorn::

[that's nice]

I'm sad.. I have to get rid of my countdown ticker now that we are home. RIP ticker! Hopefully I'll get to add another one soon!

Hey now, why was I thinking youd at least post another teaserphoto since you said you could post on Sunday...

*sigh...

<poke> <poke>
popcorn::







:rotfl:
Well it's Monday and as long as Juliana takes a nap [crosses fingers] I'll be starting today!!!!

Can't wait to hear all about it!
Soon!!!!!!

Oh my...what an absolutely adorable picture. I love it. I could just hug that darling Julianna all day. Such a sweetie. I've finished my trip report and am now anxious to follow yours, Tim. :)
Thank you Kathy! She made a great Alice.... I still wonder where she got that blonde hair from?:confused3
popcorn::
GEEZ I got popcorn:: 2 times on the same page!!!!

I read your clues.... I'm still trying to figure it out! I have to think about this one!:scratchin

[tinkgurl]

Well I like the new one!:thumbsup2

Thanks!

[All7OfUs]

I was starting to wonder if anyone has read them at all. Only maroo has weighed in so far! Keep thinking, it'll come to you!

sorry for popcorning you! I know you're trying to get your photos uploaded and worked out.

[that's nice]

ITS OFFICIAL MY TR HAS STARTED!!!

http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?p=33924163#post33924163

Now the popcorn:: can stop!!!!!!!!!!!!! LOLOLOL:lmao:

[jenseib]

I'm on my way!

[lbuzz52]

yikes, i'm already behind!

[Sandy321]

ITS OFFICIAL MY TR HAS STARTED!!!

http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?p=33924163#post33924163

Now the popcorn:: can stop!!!!!!!!!!!!! LOLOLOL:lmao:

*DUH!

I thought I would find it here!! :3dglasses

BTW - dd said she'd loved to watch Julianna (I've shown her your TR esp the breakfast one!!) Tell you DW she can interview my dd ahead of time!! :wizard: (as in, once you get DD to talking.... she will talk your ear off!! But she is one responsible kid! ) Now, my parents on the other hand thinks all y'all are strangers.... :rolleyes1

One year we went to F&W and my parents were going to watch DD while DH and I did a "date night" at Party of the Senses - well, they were "tired" and were going to the hotel - so dh and I ran into a "DIS'er" who had a DD same age, and her brother (in his 40's) was going to take their dd, and wouldnt our dd like to join them? HECK YES!! :rotfl: My dad was appalled!! SHOCKED and Appalled!! He put a pretend mike up to my face "and tell the world on this news station why you thought it was a good idea to leave your dd WITH STRANGERS?!" He nearly didnt get over that one!! :rotfl:

[that's nice]

I just wanted to let everyone know that last Thursday at this time I was sweating my... ummmm.. butt off in AK in 97 degree heat. Right now I am looking outside and it is snowing out. YES SNOWING!!!!!! The white stuff is flying over here!!!! I WANT TO GO BACK TO DISNEY!!!!:sad::sad::sad::sad:

[All7OfUs]

Ummm, you ARE in Conn.!! It's freakin cold here too; they haven't turned my heat on yet either.... I"m actually wearing a blankie IN my house.

[that's nice]

I'm testing this out to see if it works.... Snow at 2:00pm today!!! And it is still snowing coming down even harder!!!!

http://i391.photobucket.com/albums/oo351/djtimbct/Videos/th_MOV06965.jpg (http://s391.photobucket.com/albums/oo351/djtimbct/Videos/?action=view&current=MOV06965.flv)

Click on the pic to see the video!!!!

EDIT: 4 o'clock update... it's still coming down.

http://i391.photobucket.com/albums/oo351/djtimbct/random%20pics/DSC06969.jpg

[that's nice]

*DUH!

I thought I would find it here!! :3dglasses

BTW - dd said she'd loved to watch Julianna (I've shown her your TR esp the breakfast one!!) Tell you DW she can interview my dd ahead of time!! :wizard: (as in, once you get DD to talking.... she will talk your ear off!! But she is one responsible kid! ) Now, my parents on the other hand thinks all y'all are strangers.... :rolleyes1

One year we went to F&W and my parents were going to watch DD while DH and I did a "date night" at Party of the Senses - well, they were "tired" and were going to the hotel - so dh and I ran into a "DIS'er" who had a DD same age, and her brother (in his 40's) was going to take their dd, and wouldnt our dd like to join them? HECK YES!! :rotfl: My dad was appalled!! SHOCKED and Appalled!! He put a pretend mike up to my face "and tell the world on this news station why you thought it was a good idea to leave your dd WITH STRANGERS?!" He nearly didnt get over that one!! :rotfl:
That is so nice of your DD! Well, I have some time to get this figured all out!

That story is too funny!!!!!! :rotfl2: :happytv:

[KatMark]

I just wanted to let everyone know that last Thursday at this time I was sweating my... ummmm.. butt off in AK in 97 degree heat. Right now I am looking outside and it is snowing out. YES SNOWING!!!!!! The white stuff is flying over here!!!! I WANT TO GO BACK TO DISNEY!!!!:sad::sad::sad::sad:

Can I come with you? When we landed at home on September 29 -- it was 49 degrees (when we left Orlando it was 93 degrees). It has not been above 50 since we got back, and down in the low 30's every night. Nothing but rain and more rain and that "S" word is in the forecast for tonight and tomorrow.

[All7OfUs]

Must be weird to go from baking butt hot, to shivering snow flurries!! Looks like a long, cold winter comin' your way...

[Sandy321]

You know those snow pictures are great IF it were December - Jan, or even February!

BUT as much as I LOVE THE SNOW - not so much in Oct, Nov, April or May :scared1:

[jenseib]

EEEK! We've avoided it so far. I really hate cold weather. You have a pretty back yard!

[tinkgurl]

I have the day off of school, so B/F and I came home yesterday. I was watching the weather channel this morning and it said it's snowing up at school! ICK. :sad1:

[that's nice]

Can I come with you? When we landed at home on September 29 -- it was 49 degrees (when we left Orlando it was 93 degrees). It has not been above 50 since we got back, and down in the low 30's every night. Nothing but rain and more rain and that "S" word is in the forecast for tonight and tomorrow.
Sounds like the same crappy weather we are having here. I love winter but not in the middle of October!!! I think we are going to have a long, cold, snowy winter here.

Must be weird to go from baking butt hot, to shivering snow flurries!! Looks like a long, cold winter comin' your way...

It was around 37 here yesterday. Last week in Florida it was 97. You do the math!!!!!!!! LOLOL:rotfl:

You know those snow pictures are great IF it were December - Jan, or even February!

BUT as much as I LOVE THE SNOW - not so much in Oct, Nov, April or May :scared1:
We usually have some November and April snow here. October though???? REALLY????:confused3

EEEK! We've avoided it so far. I really hate cold weather. You have a pretty back yard!
Oh thank you! You can hear Juliana in the back ground a bit. It was only a 20 second clip... hopefully it wasn't too boring!!!!

I have the day off of school, so B/F and I came home yesterday. I was watching the weather channel this morning and it said it's snowing up at school! ICK. :sad1:
There is a board at Juliana's school that has info for the parents... today the first line was 'Merry Chr' with it crossed out. I thought it was funny! There was about 1-2 inches of snow on the grass.

[Sandy321]

Hey Tim -

That's a lovely smiley in your siggy - the "Happy Autumn" with the leaves - but I think you're too late - you need the one with the snowflakes!!

;)

[that's nice]

Hey Tim -

That's a lovely smiley in your siggy - the "Happy Autumn" with the leaves - but I think you're too late - you need the one with the snowflakes!!

;)
I just need some leaves with snowflakes.. then it will look like my backyard!!!:rotfl:

[that's nice]

OK my trusty followers. I've been ignoring this PTR since I started my TR.. there has been a minor development. Last night I was looking at airfare for our March trip. We are going to leave on Wednesday March 3. We are flying to Tampa to see Melody's grandparents for a few days, then driving up to Orlando to check into the house on Saturday 3/6. We have the house for 8 nights ending on Sunday 3/14. The flights home on Sunday are $240-$300. On Monday, the price is $125. Well folks, I think we are going to add another day to our trip and come home Monday 3/15! I think I am going to get a room only ressie for Sunday night! That will give us another full day in the park!!!

I am really excited about this!!! Now can I push coming home till Tuesday? LOLOL:rotfl: I wonder if it is worth staying one night at a deluxe? If we are spending all day in a park then on a Monday flight at 12 it probably isn't worth it. But maybe if on Sunday we didn't go to a park and just hung out at the hotel it might be worth it. What do you all think?

[All7OfUs]

WOW! That's quite some kick butt development!! Awesome!

Yeah, like you say, if you're hanging out at the resort all day, then go with the deluxe, just to do the pool and grounds. If not, try to get POP, or try a different value, or even off-site.

You both DO have the time off work for this, right?? ;)

[that's nice]

WOW! That's quite some kick butt development!! Awesome!

Yeah, like you say, if you're hanging out at the resort all day, then go with the deluxe, just to do the pool and grounds. If not, try to get POP, or try a different value, or even off-site.

You both DO have the time off work for this, right?? ;)
I'm open on the weekdays in March and Mel has 1 scheduled weekday off a week, so she can request to have that Monday off. :) I have a Disney addicted wife too. This could turn out to be a dangerous combination.:lmao:

[Sandy321]

Hey, if you want dangerous - go submit a request on the rent/trade board for the one night at BLT!! At least price it out!! and then compare it to one night at the Polynesian (unless you are more of a Grand Floridian type person!!)

The pros for BLT - walk to Magic Kingdom - the view, they pipe the music thru the tv! (for wishes) the Cons - well the room's bathroom is weird... the bathroom sink is the kitchenette sink, and the door doesnt lock :confused3 - we stay studios for the 3 of us - but the 1 bedroom has the WOW factor!!

[KatMark]

OK my trusty followers. I've been ignoring this PTR since I started my TR.. there has been a minor development. Last night I was looking at airfare for our March trip. We are going to leave on Wednesday March 3. We are flying to Tampa to see Melody's grandparents for a few days, then driving up to Orlando to check into the house on Saturday 3/6. We have the house for 8 nights ending on Sunday 3/14. The flights home on Sunday are $240-$300. On Monday, the price is $125. Well folks, I think we are going to add another day to our trip and come home Monday 3/15! I think I am going to get a room only ressie for Sunday night! That will give us another full day in the park!!!

I am really excited about this!!! Now can I push coming home till Tuesday? LOLOL:rotfl: I wonder if it is worth staying one night at a deluxe? If we are spending all day in a park then on a Monday flight at 12 it probably isn't worth it. But maybe if on Sunday we didn't go to a park and just hung out at the hotel it might be worth it. What do you all think?

If you don't think you'll ever do a deluxe for numerous nights, then I would do it for one night. If you want to go to the parks, then I would do the Poly or CR (I don't care for the GF--too "stuffy" for us); if you just want to hang at the resort, then I would do AKL and Juliana could see all of the animals, etc.

We're having a dilemna right now. Assuming we go next year, we are going to Disney for five days and then Marco Island again. I've always wanted to stay at AKL (we've done the Cont. and Poly and the Beach Club is the only other one besides AKL we want to try); I can get the AKL for $440 more than the CSR for five nights. Then someone here on the DIS suggested we do AKL for three nights, then go to Marco Island, and then go back to Disney and stay at the CSR for three or four nights. :scared1: I don't know what to do now.

[that's nice]

Hey, if you want dangerous - go submit a request on the rent/trade board for the one night at BLT!! At least price it out!! and then compare it to one night at the Polynesian (unless you are more of a Grand Floridian type person!!)

The pros for BLT - walk to Magic Kingdom - the view, they pipe the music thru the tv! (for wishes) the Cons - well the room's bathroom is weird... the bathroom sink is the kitchenette sink, and the door doesnt lock :confused3 - we stay studios for the 3 of us - but the 1 bedroom has the WOW factor!!
Sandy... I've visited the rent/trade board a few times but just to see what it was. I don't know all the ins and outs. I think we are more of a Poly type than GF. The CR looks nice but it looks like any other hotel. I've never been in or even seen a BLT room. Maybe I should research it.

If you don't think you'll ever do a deluxe for numerous nights, then I would do it for one night. If you want to go to the parks, then I would do the Poly or CR (I don't care for the GF--too "stuffy" for us); if you just want to hang at the resort, then I would do AKL and Juliana could see all of the animals, etc.

We're having a dilemna right now. Assuming we go next year, we are going to Disney for five days and then Marco Island again. I've always wanted to stay at AKL (we've done the Cont. and Poly and the Beach Club is the only other one besides AKL we want to try); I can get the AKL for $440 more than the CSR for five nights. Then someone here on the DIS suggested we do AKL for three nights, then go to Marco Island, and then go back to Disney and stay at the CSR for three or four nights. :scared1: I don't know what to do now.
I posted in your poll. Hopefully you will get some help! I think with an AP you can get AKL or WL for $150 a night. Moderates are $89 and values are $54. I might leave this up 2 my DW. :idea:

[that's nice]

As I sit here watching football, watching the rain and snow (yes it's snowing again), I remembered something. On Saturday, our tickets to Princess & the Frog arrived!!!! I'll be sure to bring the tickets with me when we go to NYC for the day!!! LOLOL:rotfl: We are taking my mom and mother-in-law with us.

http://i391.photobucket.com/albums/oo351/djtimbct/random%20pics/DSC06970.jpg

http://i391.photobucket.com/albums/oo351/djtimbct/random%20pics/DSC06972.jpg

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http://i391.photobucket.com/albums/oo351/djtimbct/random%20pics/DSC06974.jpg

[Sandy321]

For rent/trade you first have to know the number of points you need...

then you have to see how much people are willing to rent the points are anywhere between $9 (unheard of???) to $15 a point - the common posted points are $10 - $12...

and I just checked $520 for ONE NIGHT at POLYNESIAN :scared1: Holy carp - it is SO NOT WORTH IT!! But BLT renting points for one night - do go for it!! IMHO!!

http://dvcnews.com/index.php/points-charts-program-information-62/dvc-resorts-program-information-105/624?task=view
maybe 26 points?? so 26 times 10 dollars = good deal!! (ok when compared to $520!!)

[All7OfUs]

I'm really curious about the Princess and the Frog. Can't wait to see it!

[that's nice]

For rent/trade you first have to know the number of points you need...

then you have to see how much people are willing to rent the points are anywhere between $9 (unheard of???) to $15 a point - the common posted points are $10 - $12...

and I just checked $520 for ONE NIGHT at POLYNESIAN :scared1: Holy carp - it is SO NOT WORTH IT!! But BLT renting points for one night - do go for it!! IMHO!!

http://dvcnews.com/index.php/points-charts-program-information-62/dvc-resorts-program-information-105/624?task=view
maybe 26 points?? so 26 times 10 dollars = good deal!! (ok when compared to $520!!)
Thanks for the info Sandy! I'll have to keep checking this out. Time to read another board on this site! LOL:rotfl: $520 does seen quite high!

I'm really curious about the Princess and the Frog. Can't wait to see it!
Neither can we!!!!!popcorn::

[that's nice]

Well October 27th is next week!!! Disney has yet to post any hours and there have been no leaks, that I have found, yet. So I'm going to have to book ADRs with no idea of park hours. I have to book these for 4 adults and 3 kids.. with a family that has never been before. Here are the ADRs I want to book- Akershus for lunch, CM for dinner, and 1900 Park Fair dinner on Juliana's birthday. Most likely Kona for breakfast as well, I just don't know if they would be interested in going here.

So with using the crowd predictions I have come up with this tentative schedule:

Saturday 3/6 we check in and go shopping for food. Make dinner at the house, go swimming, try to get the kids to bed early, have a few cocktails

Sunday 3/7 CC 5 DHS is supposed to be the least crowded. But the princess 1/2 will be going on this morning. I'm not sure how this will impact roads & parks.

Monday 3/8 CC 7 MK I would like to do MK first but I think staying away from here on Sunday would be smart. CC says MK is best park on Monday. Stay to watch Wishes and hopefully Spectro too.

Tuesday 3/9 CC 5 Epcot with lunch at Akershus CC says Epcot is worst park on this day.

Wednesday 3/10 CC 5 Day Off.. Possibly late breakfast at Kona? Maybe check out monorail resorts. Take out Sea Raycers. Chill at the house go swimming? It up in the air.

Thursday 3/11 CC 5 MK? AK? I'm not sure. Melody was thinking of going to BBB for Juliana's birthday. I don't even know if we could get an appointment. Then 1900 Park Fair for dinner.

Friday 3/12 CC 8 MK DHS best Epcot worst I'm not sure Possibly CM dinner either today or Saturday

Saturday 3/13 CC 8 Epcot best DHS worst I'm not sure?

Sunday 3/14 CC 8 No sure if/when our friends are driving home? We still might do a park. I'm not sure.

Monday 3/15 Fly home


Well I am looking for your suggestions. What do you think I should do?

[All7OfUs]

Are you trying to hit the worst parks?? Seems like you've got yourselves going to the worst ones according to CC?? or did I misread something?

Why am I not surprised that you'll be starting out the week with a "few" cocktails??

Assuming you'll be eating at the condo the rest of the time?? Only 4 meals in the parks???

[that's nice]

OK I re-read what I posted and it was confusing. I am going to try again... this time let me start with the crowd predictions:

Date.................Crowd..Best....Worst

Sun, 07 Mar '10.....5.......DS .........MK EP AK...... PRINCESS HALF-MARATHON WEEKEND
Mon, 08 Mar '10.....7......MK .........DS AK
Tue, 09 Mar '10......5......DS AK......EP
Wed, 10 Mar '10.....5......MK EP.......AK
Thu, 11 Mar '10......5......AK............MK EP DS
Fri, 12 Mar '10.......8......MK DS.......EP
Sat, 13 Mar '10......8......EP.............DS................S PRING BREAK SEASON BEGINS
Sun, 14 Mar '10.....8.......AK............MK EP DS
Mon, 15 Mar '10.....8.......MK ...........AK

So with using the crowd predictions I have come up with this tentative schedule:

Saturday 3/6 we check in and go shopping for food. Make dinner at the house, go swimming, try to get the kids to bed early, have a few cocktails

Sunday 3/7 DHS is supposed to be the least crowded. But the princess 1/2 will be going on this morning. I'm not sure how this will impact roads & parks. I am thinking about doing DHS.

Monday 3/8 I would like to do MK first but I think staying away from here on Sunday would be smart. CC says MK is best park on Monday. Stay to watch Wishes and hopefully Spectro too.

Tuesday 3/9 Epcot with lunch at Akershus CC says Epcot is worst park on this day. Or maybe do AK.

Wednesday 3/10 Day Off.. Possibly late breakfast at Kona? Maybe check out monorail resorts. Take out Sea Raycers. Chill at the house go swimming? It is up in the air. Melody, Juliana, and I will probably meet up with her cousin & family.

Thursday 3/11 MK? AK? I'm not sure. Melody was thinking of going to BBB for Juliana's birthday. I don't even know if we could get an appointment. Then 1900 Park Fair for dinner.

Friday 3/12 I'm not sure Possibly CM dinner either today or Saturday

Saturday 3/13 I'm not sure? I would like to keep Saturday open to just go where ever. I really want to do Epcot before Saturday????

Sunday 3/14 Not sure if/when our friends are driving home? We still might do a park. I'm not sure.

Monday 3/15 Fly home


Well I am looking for your suggestions. What do you think I should do?

We are going to try to eat most dinners and all but 1 breakfast at the house. We will eat some CS in the parks for lunch.

[All7OfUs]

Replies in red.

OK I re-read what I posted and it was confusing. I am going to try again... this time let me start with the crowd predictions:

Date.................Crowd..Best....Worst

Sun, 07 Mar '10.....5.......DS .........MK EP AK...... PRINCESS HALF-MARATHON WEEKEND
Mon, 08 Mar '10.....7......MK .........DS AK
Tue, 09 Mar '10......5......DS AK......EP
Wed, 10 Mar '10.....5......MK EP.......AK
Thu, 11 Mar '10......5......AK............MK EP DS
Fri, 12 Mar '10.......8......MK DS.......EP
Sat, 13 Mar '10......8......EP.............DS................S PRING BREAK SEASON BEGINS
Sun, 14 Mar '10.....8.......AK............MK EP DS
Mon, 15 Mar '10.....8.......MK ...........AK

So with using the crowd predictions I have come up with this tentative schedule:

Saturday 3/6 we check in and go shopping for food. Make dinner at the house, go swimming, try to get the kids to bed early, have a few cocktails

Why am I still not surprised at this?:lmao:

Sunday 3/7 DHS is supposed to be the least crowded. But the princess 1/2 will be going on this morning. I'm not sure how this will impact roads & parks. I am thinking about doing DHS.

Not a clue. Anyone ever been there for this?? :confused3

Monday 3/8 I would like to do MK first but I think staying away from here on Sunday would be smart. CC says MK is best park on Monday. Stay to watch Wishes and hopefully Spectro too.

Smart move. Do stay for Wishes and Spectro. Jul can fall asleep in her stroller if she needs to.

Tuesday 3/9 Epcot with lunch at Akershus CC says Epcot is worst park on this day. Or maybe do AK.

You can always hop if it gets insane. maybe stay for the AM, eat then hop to AK?

Wednesday 3/10 Day Off.. Possibly late breakfast at Kona? Maybe check out monorail resorts. Take out Sea Raycers. Chill at the house go swimming? It is up in the air. Melody, Juliana, and I will probably meet up with her cousin & family.

I like this plan. I know how you love your Kona! Maybe if Mel and Jul don't want to do Sea Racers, you could get an Alice Tea party at the GF for her.?? A day off in the middle is good!!!

Thursday 3/11 MK? AK? I'm not sure. Melody was thinking of going to BBB for Juliana's birthday. I don't even know if we could get an appointment. Then 1900 Park Fair for dinner.

Yes, Ana, will need to see her prince Charming again, won't she??

Friday 3/12 I'm not sure Possibly CM dinner either today or Saturday

Saturday 3/13 I'm not sure? I would like to keep Saturday open to just go where ever. I really want to do Epcot before Saturday????

Why not EPCOT on Friday? Then leave Sat open for resort hopping, or for whatever you haven't done yet, so far? Then CM that night?

Sunday 3/14 Not sure if/when our friends are driving home? We still might do a park. I'm not sure.

Pool time? and then 1/2 day at EPCOT (I'd need more time here, since it's my fave.) but maybe you could let Ana choose this day, or play the whichever bus comes first game?

Monday 3/15 Fly home


Well I am looking for your suggestions. What do you think I should do?

We are going to try to eat most dinners and all but 1 breakfast at the house. We will eat some CS in the parks for lunch.

[that's nice]

Leisa,
Is it just the two of us here?[cue Grover Washington]

The only problem with planing Monday to be our Wishes day is that I still don't know the park hours and hopefully Wishes will be on Monday.

Hoppers- Don't have them:sad2: I told our friends not to get them. I guess we could add if needed but that would be another $160 for them. I was trying to save them some $.

Friday is worst for Epcot.... But we might have to do it then anyway.

Sunday.. We might be checking into a resort? Who knows if our friends stay too maybe I can add a day onto our house rental.

AAIGHT time for me to get to sleep!!!! :angel:

[All7OfUs]

Oh yeah, forgot you don't have the PHs. NO matter. early March shouldn't be too big a deal with crowds. We were there smack in the middle of Spring break in 2008, and it was still very manageable.

Hmmm... will you get park hours in time to make an intelligent decision?? Why does Disney make it so hard for folks?? Ticks me off.

[lbuzz52]

I forgot you had another trip here on this ptr. Lucky!!!
I'm Surprised that mk is best on a Monday. When I've been checking it's been worst because of late emh.

[jenseib]

OK! I can help, sort of! I have been there for 3 years on or around those dates. MK usually has Spectro on Sunday nights and Friday nights. We also go to MK on Sunday for it and it also has EMH, so it meas the park is busier in the day, but we don't get there till early evening. The Princess marathon was going on last year when we went. BUT by the time we got there it was long over with. I think it starts pretty early. Originally last year they had DHS for Sunday EMH and Monday for MK EMH's and Spectro, only that week, becuase of the Princess marathon and they were going to have the PM after party at MK with the pirates and Princess party...BUT.. That got cancled, so they switched the PM after party to DHS (which means it closes early) and moved the EMH hours back to MK for Sunday(and Spectro). I am assuming they will keep this set up this year, but who knows. I just know that last year I was watching calanders daily and about 2 weeks before my trip they switched it up. But typically in March it is has been Spectro on Sundays and Fridays. DHS usually has EMH on Monday nights, Tuesday it's Epcot (I can't remember which are morning and which are nights for alot of them, as we only do night ones) I think Tuesday are MK mornings ones, but don;t qupte me. AK is Wed. nights Don't remember Thursdays or Fridays. We did MK on Friday and it didn't have EMH hours, but since Spectro was that night it was really busy. We did MK on Monday as well, and it was managable, but we mostly did BBB that day and picture taking.
I hope I didn't confuse you more. LOL! But EMH days are typcially more busy. If you have any other questions, let me know, and I'll try to flick through my notes.
ALSO if I get DH to go this year, it will most likely be that same week, so maybe we can take a moment to meet up if it all works out right. If we go, and the 4/3 deal is still going on when we book, I am actually thinking of trying CBR. It's only 80+ dollars more than Pop and I think Claire would enjoy the slide at the main pool. I think IF we would go, I may try and take one day off from the parks and just let her have a day of swimming. Thats not so fun for me, but that is one of her favorite things about vacation. And maybe get a nap in or do some other stuff we don't normally do. It's all a big IF though.

[that's nice]

Oh yeah, forgot you don't have the PHs. NO matter. early March shouldn't be too big a deal with crowds. We were there smack in the middle of Spring break in 2008, and it was still very manageable.

Hmmm... will you get park hours in time to make an intelligent decision?? Why does Disney make it so hard for folks?? Ticks me off.
Well one of us quite possibly might have a hopper..:rolleyes1 But the other 6 people don't! LOL

We have been the first week of March the last 2 years. This year we moved to the second week. 2008 the crowds were very low. Last year they were much busier.

I hope Disney releases some type of hours.:surfweb:

I forgot you had another trip here on this ptr. Lucky!!!
I'm Surprised that mk is best on a Monday. When I've been checking it's been worst because of late emh.

Yea this TR will not die!! (till March) Then what will I do after March?

It is different in March because MK closes at 8. Last year there were only 2 or 3 days a week of Spectro.

OK! I can help, sort of! I have been there for 3 years on or around those dates. MK usually has Spectro on Sunday nights and Friday nights. We also go to MK on Sunday for it and it also has EMH, so it meas the park is busier in the day, but we don't get there till early evening. The Princess marathon was going on last year when we went. BUT by the time we got there it was long over with. I think it starts pretty early. Originally last year they had DHS for Sunday EMH and Monday for MK EMH's and Spectro, only that week, becuase of the Princess marathon and they were going to have the PM after party at MK with the pirates and Princess party...BUT.. That got cancled, so they switched the PM after party to DHS (which means it closes early) and moved the EMH hours back to MK for Sunday(and Spectro). I am assuming they will keep this set up this year, but who knows. I just know that last year I was watching calanders daily and about 2 weeks before my trip they switched it up. But typically in March it is has been Spectro on Sundays and Fridays. DHS usually has EMH on Monday nights, Tuesday it's Epcot (I can't remember which are morning and which are nights for alot of them, as we only do night ones) I think Tuesday are MK mornings ones, but don;t qupte me. AK is Wed. nights Don't remember Thursdays or Fridays. We did MK on Friday and it didn't have EMH hours, but since Spectro was that night it was really busy. We did MK on Monday as well, and it was managable, but we mostly did BBB that day and picture taking.
I hope I didn't confuse you more. LOL! But EMH days are typcially more busy. If you have any other questions, let me know, and I'll try to flick through my notes.
ALSO if I get DH to go this year, it will most likely be that same week, so maybe we can take a moment to meet up if it all works out right. If we go, and the 4/3 deal is still going on when we book, I am actually thinking of trying CBR. It's only 80+ dollars more than Pop and I think Claire would enjoy the slide at the main pool. I think IF we would go, I may try and take one day off from the parks and just let her have a day of swimming. Thats not so fun for me, but that is one of her favorite things about vacation. And maybe get a nap in or do some other stuff we don't normally do. It's all a big IF though.

First off hurray:yay:for possible another trip!!! I've seen pics of the CBR pool and look really cool! I'm sure Claire would love it!

I usually plan to stay away from EMHs, especially when staying offsite like we are this time. Come on Disney post those hours!!!

Thanks for your help Jen. I have to factor in Juliana's birthday on 3/11 Thursday. I would of liked to do AK this day but if my wife has her way, BBB will be done on this day. I don't know.. my DW and our friends haven't discussed any of this. It wouldn't be such a big deal but with 10/27 on Tuesday I need a basic park plan so I can book some ADRs.

[All7OfUs]

One teesny weensy piece of advice. Go with what Mel wants!! Trust me on this. ;)

[that's nice]

One teesny weensy piece of advice. Go with what Mel wants!! Trust me on this. ;)

You are so right.... If there is anything I have learned in 5 years of marriage this is it!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!:lmao:

[KatMark]

You are so right.... If there is anything I have learned in 5 years of marriage this is it!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!:lmao:

I just don't understand why it takes you guys so long to get it. Always go with what the wife says! ;)

[maroo]

OK I re-read what I posted and it was confusing. I am going to try again... this time let me start with the crowd predictions:

Date.................Crowd..Best....Worst

Sun, 07 Mar '10.....5.......DS .........MK EP AK...... PRINCESS HALF-MARATHON WEEKEND
Mon, 08 Mar '10.....7......MK .........DS AK
Tue, 09 Mar '10......5......DS AK......EP
Wed, 10 Mar '10.....5......MK EP.......AK
Thu, 11 Mar '10......5......AK............MK EP DS
Fri, 12 Mar '10.......8......MK DS.......EP
Sat, 13 Mar '10......8......EP.............DS................S PRING BREAK SEASON BEGINS
Sun, 14 Mar '10.....8.......AK............MK EP DS
Mon, 15 Mar '10.....8.......MK ...........AK

So with using the crowd predictions I have come up with this tentative schedule:

Saturday 3/6 we check in and go shopping for food. Make dinner at the house, go swimming, try to get the kids to bed early, have a few cocktails

Well...it is possible that we could run into each other this day. We are staying at All Star Sports. Since it is the official marathon resort.

Sunday 3/7 DHS is supposed to be the least crowded. But the princess 1/2 will be going on this morning. I'm not sure how this will impact roads & parks. I am thinking about doing DHS.

DHS will definitely be the best park. The Princess Half goes from Epcot to the Magic Kingdom and back to Epcot. So DHS should be a good park to visit.

Monday 3/8 I would like to do MK first but I think staying away from here on Sunday would be smart. CC says MK is best park on Monday. Stay to watch Wishes and hopefully Spectro too.

Tuesday 3/9 Epcot with lunch at Akershus CC says Epcot is worst park on this day. Or maybe do AK.

Wednesday 3/10 Day Off.. Possibly late breakfast at Kona? Maybe check out monorail resorts. Take out Sea Raycers. Chill at the house go swimming? It is up in the air. Melody, Juliana, and I will probably meet up with her cousin & family.

Ah, sounds fun.


Thursday 3/11 MK? AK? I'm not sure. Melody was thinking of going to BBB for Juliana's birthday. I don't even know if we could get an appointment. Then 1900 Park Fair for dinner.

BBB sounds awesome!

Friday 3/12 I'm not sure Possibly CM dinner either today or Saturday

Awesome.

Saturday 3/13 I'm not sure? I would like to keep Saturday open to just go where ever. I really want to do Epcot before Saturday????

Sunday 3/14 Not sure if/when our friends are driving home? We still might do a park. I'm not sure.

Monday 3/15 Fly home

:( Boo Hoo!

Well I am looking for your suggestions. What do you think I should do?

We are going to try to eat most dinners and all but 1 breakfast at the house. We will eat some CS in the parks for lunch.

You know I am going BE THERE that weekend!

I will be doing the Princess Half and then heading on a plane, though. So our window to run into each other would be pretty small. We would be there Friday to Sunday.

[tinkgurl]

Wednesday 3/10 Day Off.. Possibly late breakfast at Kona? Maybe check out monorail resorts. Take out Sea Raycers.

Sounds like such a great idea! It really is fun going Resort hopping on the monorail! Plus, the sea raycers are so much fun too!

Sunday 3/14 Not sure if/when our friends are driving home? We still might do a park. I'm not sure.

We get there this day!

Monday 3/15 Fly home

What time are you guys leaving? Maybe we could meet up Sunday or Monday before you leave?

[that's nice]

I just don't understand why it takes you guys so long to get it. Always go with what the wife says! ;)
I got it I got it!!!!!!! It is always all about you women!!! LOLOL

You know I am going BE THERE that weekend!

I will be doing the Princess Half and then heading on a plane, though. So our window to run into each other would be pretty small. We would be there Friday to Sunday.
You are flying back after running the half?????? What do you do after running a marathon?

It will be a tight window. We aren't going to head to the parks on Saturday just Sunday. Still trying to get all of this figured out!

Wednesday 3/10 Day Off.. Possibly late breakfast at Kona? Maybe check out monorail resorts. Take out Sea Raycers.

Sounds like such a great idea! It really is fun going Resort hopping on the monorail! Plus, the sea raycers are so much fun too!

Sunday 3/14 Not sure if/when our friends are driving home? We still might do a park. I'm not sure.

We get there this day!

Monday 3/15 Fly home

What time are you guys leaving? Maybe we could meet up Sunday or Monday before you leave?

We started looking at flights yesterday... We actually might fly home Tuesday afternoon now! LOLOL We would 'save' another $150 on flights from Monday. And over $600 than flying on Sunday. This is the ever expanding trip!!! WOW there are going to be a few of my DIS friends down there at the same time. I'd like to try to meet if our schedules allowed it.

[shebaxric]

Okay, I noticed your subtle hint to come and check out your PTR on your TR thread, so I am here!:goodvibes

One question, how far back do I go to get the March PTR??

Once I've caught up, I'll post a longer reply!

[that's nice]

Okay, I noticed your subtle hint to come and check out your PTR on your TR thread, so I am here!:goodvibes

One question, how far back do I go to get the March PTR??

Once I've caught up, I'll post a longer reply!

OK here are the specifics of the March trip. I guess it does get confusing to do 2 in 1 PTRs.:confused3 I'll find some pics of the kids for you and start you at my MINI TR when we went to visit our friends this summer.

* Who? DW Melody, DD3 Juliana, Me- Tim & our friends Dave, Branda, Victoria (3), Alex (2)

* When? March 3- March 14 maybe 15th or even 16th

* Where? Renting a house in Windsor Palms (update.. deposit is out!)

* Reasons for going? Our trip was being discussed for at least 6-8 months. Our friends moved last year from Connecticut to Indiana. We get to see them every few months when they come back to CT. We also have a summer trip planned to drive out and see them in Indiana. Our daughters are only 1 month apart in age and they love each other. Both Juliana and Victoria love the princesses. Juliana's favorite is Cinderella and Victoria's favorite is Belle. We have traveled with Dave & Branda many times before we had kids. They love to have a good time and when we are all together LOOK OUT! They have never been to Disney before and since we haven't traveled with them in a while, what better place to go?

EDIT::: If you wanted to 'meet' our friends you can check out my mini TR. This thread started on page 26 http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=2143771&page=26

[MaryAz]

Checking in over here. You got some good advice. If you took the trouble to look up the crowds-might as well follow the advice. Yay for adding on more days! Wish they would release the park hours for you!

[maroo]

You are flying back after running the half?????? What do you do after running a marathon?

It will be a tight window. We aren't going to head to the parks on Saturday just Sunday. Still trying to get all of this figured out!


Well...Lisa is going to be with me. And she has to be back by Sunday night so she can Lauren to school Monday.

We are flying out around 6:00 PM - so we should have time to get everything together.

It will definitely be a trip just focused on the half. It will start VERY early in the morning - probably around 6 and I won't finish till close to 10, depending on when I start. So we will probably get a meal somewhere and then basically head home.

[All7OfUs]

Just checking in to say Guten Morgen! (I doubt that's how you spell that, but it's fun to try). Did you have a good weekend?

[that's nice]

Checking in over here. You got some good advice. If you took the trouble to look up the crowds-might as well follow the advice. Yay for adding on more days! Wish they would release the park hours for you!
I hope they release the hours too! Hopefully sometime today.. it would help me on deciding these ADRs that I have to make at 3am!!!!
Well...Lisa is going to be with me. And she has to be back by Sunday night so she can Lauren to school Monday.

We are flying out around 6:00 PM - so we should have time to get everything together.

It will definitely be a trip just focused on the half. It will start VERY early in the morning - probably around 6 and I won't finish till close to 10, depending on when I start. So we will probably get a meal somewhere and then basically head home.
It sounds like a meet might not be happening.:guilty: We'll see what happens.. there is time though. Who knows what will happen between now and then. you'll probably end up staying for a week or something! LOL:lmao:

Just checking in to say Guten Morgen! (I doubt that's how you spell that, but it's fun to try). Did you have a good weekend?

Is that German? :rotfl2:

[tinkgurl]

Tomorrow March park hours are finally posted! :woohoo:

[that's nice]

Tomorrow March park hours are finally posted! :woohoo:

a little too late for my 3am ADRs tonight!!!!!! This is annoying!!!!:headache: :headache: :faint: :faint:

[that's nice]

I've come up with a tentative schedule, by myself, for March. DW and our friends, who are actually here in CT right now, have given me no input. So I'll be the one up at 3am tonight making these ADRs. With my luck the website will crash and I won't be able to make 'em. So here is my idea:

Wednesday-Saturday 3/3-3/6- We will be in Bradenton, FL visiting with Melody's grandparents

Saturday 3/6- We leave Bradenton around 12 and drive to the house (about a 2 hour drive). Get situated, hit the grocery store, cook dinner, relax

Sunday 3/7- Have breakfast & dinner at the house Go to DHS

Monday 3/8- Breakfast at the house; MK for Wishes and hopefully Spectro

Tuesday 3/9- Breakfast at the house; AK; Try to get CM ADR for 5-7pm

Wednesday 3/10 DAY OFF; maybe goto Kona for breakfast if our friends want to go. DTD at night?

Thursday 3/11 Juliana's Birthday Breakfast at the house; MK; BBB for the kids; Try to get 1900 Park Fair ADR 4:30-6:30 Wishes hopefully

Friday 3/12 I have no plans for this day as of now

Saturday 3/13 Breakfast at the house maybe Dinner too. Epcot Try to get Akershus Lunch for 12-2

Sunday 3/14 Breakfast at the house; check out.. then ? not sure what is going to happen; Check into a Disney hotel Thinking a moderate.. with AP it is $89. I might try to get an ADR at 'Ohana for dinner.

Monday 3/15 One more park

Tuesday 3/16 Kona Breakfast maybe? Hang out at the hotel Swim get ready to go to MCO

Well there it is. I only have a few open days and I really don't like having to plan out our whole week for our friends, but you know the drill. I can't go down there with no plan and expect to get any ADR's. With only having 3 ADRs to book while our friends are there, I needed to put together some kind of plan. Let me know what you think. 3AM is going to come quick!

I just realized we will be in FL for 2 weeks!!!!!!!! LOL

[tinkgurl]

Ugh I know! Hopefully you get the ADR's you want and hopefully I'll get mine too!

[All7OfUs]

With my luck the website will crash and I won't be able to make 'em.


So here is my idea:

Wednesday-Saturday 3/3-3/6- We will be in Bradenton, FL visiting with Melody's grandparents

Saturday 3/6- We leave Bradenton around 12 and drive to the house (about a 2 hour drive). Get situated, hit the grocery store, cook dinner, relax

Sunday 3/7- Have breakfast & dinner at the house Go to DHS

Monday 3/8- Breakfast at the house; MK for Wishes and hopefully Spectro

Tuesday 3/9- Breakfast at the house; AK; Try to get CM ADR for 5-7pm

Wednesday 3/10 DAY OFF; maybe goto Kona for breakfast if our friends want to go. DTD at night?

Thursday 3/11 Juliana's Birthday Breakfast at the house; MK; BBB for the kids; Try to get 1900 Park Fair ADR 4:30-6:30 Wishes hopefully

Friday 3/12 I have no plans for this day as of now

Saturday 3/13 Breakfast at the house maybe Dinner too. Epcot Try to get Akershus Lunch for 12-2

Sunday 3/14 Breakfast at the house; check out.. then ? not sure what is going to happen; Check into a Disney hotel Thinking a moderate.. with AP it is $89. I might try to get an ADR at 'Ohana for dinner.

Monday 3/15 One more park

Tuesday 3/16 Kona Breakfast maybe? Hang out at the hotel Swim get ready to go to MCO

Well there it is. I only have a few open days and I really don't like having to plan out our whole week for our friends, but you know the drill. I can't go down there with no plan and expect to get any ADR's. With only having 3 ADRs to book while our friends are there, I needed to put together some kind of plan. Let me know what you think. 3AM is going to come quick!

I just realized we will be in FL for 2 weeks!!!!!!!! LOL

You may have jinxed yourself by saying that. Cuz, that's exactly what's happening!! :lmao: Ooops, I shouldn't laugh, Really I feel your pain, guys!! That sucks!

I like that plan, but I'd would need more of one. This seems so loosey-goosey to me. I went with non-planners last time,---never again. do hope it works out getting them on board with the plans you DO make!!!

[onelilspark]

Oh no! Is the website crashing?? Geez...you would think they would have planned for that...

[jenseib]

Did you get the ADR's? Do you know you will probably have to make them one at a time since you are not staying on property. (can't do the 180 plus 10 when off property)

[that's nice]

OK I will update later but I got everything I wanted & MORE!!!! It was worth only getting 2 1/2 hours sleep last night!!!!! (OK MAYBE NOT)I will let you all know what happened later this morning!

[jenseib]

Thats great. It makes me sad...becuase IF and a big IF we go that same week I could be making mine too.

Skip had his hip surgery yesterday and it went well. Maybe while he's still "out of it" and can get him to agree to go! LOL! I think he would still be alert enough to know I was doing that to him. LOL! :lmao:

[eandesmom]

OK I will update later but I got everything I wanted & MORE!!!! It was worth only getting 2 1/2 hours sleep last night!!!!! (OK MAYBE NOT)I will let you all know what happened later this morning!

:cool1:

can't wait to read what you ended up with!

[KatMark]

OK I will update later but I got everything I wanted & MORE!!!! It was worth only getting 2 1/2 hours sleep last night!!!!! (OK MAYBE NOT)I will let you all know what happened later this morning!

EXCELLENT! Can't wait to hear what you got. :)

[that's nice]

Ugh I know! Hopefully you get the ADR's you want and hopefully I'll get mine too!
So how did you do?:)

You may have jinxed yourself by saying that. Cuz, that's exactly what's happening!! :lmao: Ooops, I shouldn't laugh, Really I feel your pain, guys!! That sucks!

I like that plan, but I'd would need more of one. This seems so loosey-goosey to me. I went with non-planners last time,---never again. do hope it works out getting them on board with the plans you DO make!!!
Disney does know how to make is stressful! I will explain everything in a min.

Oh no! Is the website crashing?? Geez...you would think they would have planned for that...
The website went down at 6:15.. I haven't checked to see if it was back up yet... I don't have to!;)
Did you get the ADR's? Do you know you will probably have to make them one at a time since you are not staying on property. (can't do the 180 plus 10 when off property)
Since today was the switch to 180 days I got to make them all at once! Which worked in my favor!

Thats great. It makes me sad...becuase IF and a big IF we go that same week I could be making mine too.

Skip had his hip surgery yesterday and it went well. Maybe while he's still "out of it" and can get him to agree to go! LOL! I think he would still be alert enough to know I was doing that to him. LOL! :lmao:
I'm glad everything went well. Make sure you ask him about going about 30 minutes after administering the pain meds.. HEY it could work!:rotfl:
:cool1:

can't wait to read what you ended up with!
Coming rite up!
EXCELLENT! Can't wait to hear what you got. :)
Coming rite up! x2

[that's nice]

Here we go....

I got home last night about 1:15. Melody talked with our friend Branda about the schedule I had come up with. Branda wanted to add another dinner... Crystal Palace! So I was up to 4 ADRs. I was determined to stay awake till 3 to see if I could just make the ADRs then. The systems adds the next day at 3am. I made it to 2:30 then I finally passed out on the couch. I had my cell phone set to go off at 2:50. I woke up to Mel shaking me and my phone ringing... it was 2:58.

I jumped on and sat waiting.... The day flipped but it was still at 90 days out. I stayed up till 3:30 just to make sure there wasn't anything fishy going on. Finally I had enough. I set my phone to 5:55 and passed back out.

I woke up to my alarm again. I had the 4 ADRs saved as bookmarks. At 6 you could choose up to 180 days!! SCORE!!! or Scorn as Juliana likes to put it! LOL I punched in my times, clicked send, and nothing... Kept at it and about 6:15 the whole system was down.:headache: I can't say I was surprised, I knew this was going to happen. Time to wait till 7 so I can call.

I made sure I had all my info together and starting dialing at 7. I must of dialed about 150 times. I heard some really cool busy signals for about 50 minutes....THEN IT HAPPENED! I got through!!! It said there was more than a 30 minute wait! No problem.. I wasn't going anywhere. It was about 8:15 when the CM picked up!!!! I got to speak to Maritza.

OK HERE WE GO! I started with my most important ADR. 1900 Park Fare for Juliana's birthday dinner. I asked for 5:30. I got 5:55!!!! SCORE. I started on the next one..... Chef Mickey's. While it was searching something happened to the CM's computer. She had to reboot and put me on hold!!!!!! I was worried.... She never gave me my confirmation # for 1900PF. I was hoping it was still booked! About 5 minutes later she came back, said she was really sorry, and explained the system was extremely slow. I said no problem and we kept at it.

Chef Mickey's was next- asked for 6pm I got 6:30pm. CP- asked for 5pm got 5pm. Akershus- asked for 12:30 (L) got 12:30 Kona- (B) 9am got 9am

While I was on the phone I figured I need to make something for Monday. I booked Kona again for breakfast at 8:30 and Whispering Canyon for dinner 6:15 got that too!!

She went through gave me my ADR #'s and I gave her my CC for Akershus. She asked if that was it. I said yes.... WAIT. I asked her for the number to book BBB. She told me she can do that too! I asked for 3/11 Juliana's birthday at the BBB in the Castle for 10:30. GOT IT TOO!!!! She was very pleasant and we were joking a little bit. I asked her if they had extra people working... she said everyone was working today. Before we hung up I told her to have a great day and not to work too hard. I got her laughing!!! I hung up and was soo happy!!!!

Here is what we ended up with:
Mon 3/8 CP (D) 5pm
Tue 3/9 CM (D) 6:30pm
Thu 3/11 BBB 10:30am 1900PF (D) 5:55pm
Fri 3/12 Kona (B) 9am
Sat 3/13 Akershus (L) 12:30pm
Mon 3/15 Kona (B) 8:30am WC (D) 6:15

WHEW I'm tired. I hope Ana takes a nap later.. cuz I'm going on 2 1/2 hours sleep.:faint::faint:

[KatMark]

Here we go....

I got home last night about 1:15. Melody talked with our friend Branda about the schedule I had come up with. Branda wanted to add another dinner... Crystal Palace! So I was up to 4 ADRs. I was determined to stay awake till 3 to see if I could just make the ADRs then. The systems adds the next day at 3am. I made it to 2:30 then I finally passed out on the couch. I had my cell phone set to go off at 2:50. I woke up to Mel shaking me and my phone ringing... it was 2:58.

I jumped on and sat waiting.... The day flipped but it was still at 90 days out. I stayed up till 3:30 just to make sure there wasn't anything fishy going on. Finally I had enough. I set my phone to 5:55 and passed back out.

I woke up to my alarm again. I had the 4 ADRs saved as bookmarks. At 6 you could choose up to 180 days!! SCORE!!! or Scorn as Juliana likes to put it! LOL I punched in my times, clicked send, and nothing... Kept at it and about 6:15 the whole system was down.:headache: I can't say I was surprised, I knew this was going to happen. Time to wait till 7 so I can call.

I made sure I had all my info together and starting dialing at 7. I must of dialed about 150 times. I heard some really cool busy signals for about 50 minutes....THEN IT HAPPENED! I got through!!! It said there was more than a 30 minute wait! No problem.. I wasn't going anywhere. It was about 8:15 when the CM picked up!!!! I got to speak to Maritza.

OK HERE WE GO! I started with my most important ADR. 1900 Park Fare for Juliana's birthday dinner. I asked for 5:30. I got 5:55!!!! SCORE. I started on the next one..... Chef Mickey's. While it was searching something happened to the CM's computer. She had to reboot and put me on hold!!!!!! I was worried.... She never gave me my confirmation # for 1900PF. I was hoping it was still booked! About 5 minutes later she came back, said she was really sorry, and explained the system was extremely slow. I said no problem and we kept at it.

Chef Mickey's was next- asked for 6pm I got 6:30pm. CP- asked for 5pm got 5pm. Akershus- asked for 12:30 (L) got 12:30 Kona- (B) 9am got 9am

While I was on the phone I figured I need to make something for Monday. I booked Kona again for breakfast at 8:30 and Whispering Canyon for dinner 6:15 got that too!!

She went through gave me my ADR #'s and I gave her my CC for Akershus. She asked if that was it. I said yes.... WAIT. I asked her for the number to book BBB. She told me she can do that too! I asked for 3/11 Juliana's birthday at the BBB in the Castle for 10:30. GOT IT TOO!!!! She was very pleasant and we were joking a little bit. I asked her if they had extra people working... she said everyone was working today. Before we hung up I told her to have a great day and not to work too hard. I got her laughing!!! I hung up and was soo happy!!!!

Here is what we ended up with:
Mon 3/8 CP (D) 5pm
Tue 3/9 CM (D) 6:30pm
Thu 3/11 BBB 10:30am 1900PF (D) 5:55pm
Fri 3/12 Kona (B) 9am
Sat 3/13 Akershus (L) 12:30pm
Mon 3/15 Kona (B) 8:30am WC (D) 6:15

WHEW I'm tired. I hope Ana takes a nap later.. cuz I'm going on 2 1/2 hours sleep.:faint::faint:

AWESOME job, Tim. We've been to several of your choices (the only one actually we've not been to is Kona and 1900) and enjoyed all but one. I think you have a terrific line up.

[onelilspark]

I'm so glad I didn't have to do ADRs today!!! But :banana: way to go! Looks great!!

[my2disneyboys]

It was like I wrote your post! :rotfl2: I had exactly the same night and morning. You sound much happier than me though... Boy I was SOOOOOOO frustrated dialing that phone number again, and again, and again!!! BUT, in the end I guess it all worked out for everyone. :goodvibes

Your choices are great! Sounds like it will be another great trip!

[figment41]

Great job with the ADRs. You are going to have a blast. The stress is worth it...I think...No seriously it will be great. You need to get some sleep.:wizard:

[tinkgurl]

Whew! After that fiasco, I'm so glad you got your ADR's made..I'll be posting about mine soon!

[that's nice]

AWESOME job, Tim. We've been to several of your choices (the only one actually we've not been to is Kona and 1900) and enjoyed all but one. I think you have a terrific line up.
I know which one you didn't like!! LOLOL Hopefully we will have a good food there.
I'm so glad I didn't have to do ADRs today!!! But :banana: way to go! Looks great!!
It was a little crazy, but it all worked out in the end!

It was like I wrote your post! :rotfl2: I had exactly the same night and morning. You sound much happier than me though... Boy I was SOOOOOOO frustrated dialing that phone number again, and again, and again!!! BUT, in the end I guess it all worked out for everyone. :goodvibes

Your choices are great! Sounds like it will be another great trip!
LOLOL I read yours and it was the same story!!! I'm glad you got everything you wanted! Here's to Dining in the World!:drinking1

Great job with the ADRs. You are going to have a blast. The stress is worth it...I think...No seriously it will be great. You need to get some sleep.:wizard:
I took 2 short naps today.. It was enough to get me through the day.

Whew! After that fiasco, I'm so glad you got your ADR's made..I'll be posting about mine soon!
I can't wait to see what you booked!!!! You did book 'em right?popcorn::

[MaryAz]

Yay, glad you got all you wanted. You certainly were very dilligent!! Good to know that they can also do BBB!!

[jordanyosh]

Here we go....

I got home last night about 1:15. Melody talked with our friend Branda about the schedule I had come up with. Branda wanted to add another dinner... Crystal Palace! So I was up to 4 ADRs. I was determined to stay awake till 3 to see if I could just make the ADRs then. The systems adds the next day at 3am. I made it to 2:30 then I finally passed out on the couch. I had my cell phone set to go off at 2:50. I woke up to Mel shaking me and my phone ringing... it was 2:58.

I jumped on and sat waiting.... The day flipped but it was still at 90 days out. I stayed up till 3:30 just to make sure there wasn't anything fishy going on. Finally I had enough. I set my phone to 5:55 and passed back out.

I woke up to my alarm again. I had the 4 ADRs saved as bookmarks. At 6 you could choose up to 180 days!! SCORE!!! or Scorn as Juliana likes to put it! LOL I punched in my times, clicked send, and nothing... Kept at it and about 6:15 the whole system was down.:headache: I can't say I was surprised, I knew this was going to happen. Time to wait till 7 so I can call.

I made sure I had all my info together and starting dialing at 7. I must of dialed about 150 times. I heard some really cool busy signals for about 50 minutes....THEN IT HAPPENED! I got through!!! It said there was more than a 30 minute wait! No problem.. I wasn't going anywhere. It was about 8:15 when the CM picked up!!!! I got to speak to Maritza.

OK HERE WE GO! I started with my most important ADR. 1900 Park Fare for Juliana's birthday dinner. I asked for 5:30. I got 5:55!!!! SCORE. I started on the next one..... Chef Mickey's. While it was searching something happened to the CM's computer. She had to reboot and put me on hold!!!!!! I was worried.... She never gave me my confirmation # for 1900PF. I was hoping it was still booked! About 5 minutes later she came back, said she was really sorry, and explained the system was extremely slow. I said no problem and we kept at it.

Chef Mickey's was next- asked for 6pm I got 6:30pm. CP- asked for 5pm got 5pm. Akershus- asked for 12:30 (L) got 12:30 Kona- (B) 9am got 9am

While I was on the phone I figured I need to make something for Monday. I booked Kona again for breakfast at 8:30 and Whispering Canyon for dinner 6:15 got that too!!

She went through gave me my ADR #'s and I gave her my CC for Akershus. She asked if that was it. I said yes.... WAIT. I asked her for the number to book BBB. She told me she can do that too! I asked for 3/11 Juliana's birthday at the BBB in the Castle for 10:30. GOT IT TOO!!!! She was very pleasant and we were joking a little bit. I asked her if they had extra people working... she said everyone was working today. Before we hung up I told her to have a great day and not to work too hard. I got her laughing!!! I hung up and was soo happy!!!!

Here is what we ended up with:
Mon 3/8 CP (D) 5pm
Tue 3/9 CM (D) 6:30pm
Thu 3/11 BBB 10:30am 1900PF (D) 5:55pm
Fri 3/12 Kona (B) 9am
Sat 3/13 Akershus (L) 12:30pm
Mon 3/15 Kona (B) 8:30am WC (D) 6:15

WHEW I'm tired. I hope Ana takes a nap later.. cuz I'm going on 2 1/2 hours sleep.:faint::faint:

:woohoo::woohoo::woohoo: Congrats!

I'm way tired too. I've had about the same amount of sleep as well.

[that's nice]

Yay, glad you got all you wanted. You certainly were very dilligent!! Good to know that they can also do BBB!!
I didn't know that they did either. I thought it was a different #. I almost hung up without asking.:scared1:
:woohoo::woohoo::woohoo: Congrats!

I'm way tired too. I've had about the same amount of sleep as well.

So were you able to get through?:confused3

[tinkgurl]

I can't wait to see what you booked!!!! You did book 'em right?popcorn::

Yes sir I did. :)

[IBelieveInTheMagic]

Good for you Tim!!! It's all worth it in the end to get what you want and NEED, right? :rotfl2:

Seriously, good job! :)

I did something crazy today....I put a trip on "hold" for April and what is sort of freaking me out is that I can book my ADR's today (like everyone else in the world) but the dates just came to me yesterday when I was looking at my DS's school calendar and they're off for a few days around April 22nd. I must get myself in action, quick! YIKES, pray for me... :) I'm worried it might still be too crowded although I think Disney has it as a "good time to go". I can't get into tourining plans to check either!

Ok, off to see if they have any more hours up or the system is available...

Heather

[disney<333]

Yay for the ADRs! That must of been stressful but now it is over with, and you can sleep at night.:rotfl2:
Sounds like you had a great CM too.:thumbsup2

[All7OfUs]

If I hadn't said this before... LOVE what you got!! Great job. I think you were one of the luckier ones who got in sooner than later.

Kona twice in one trip? Why does this not surprise me?

[maroo]

Great ADR's!! :)

You did great - I would have totally punted it yesterday. :sad2:

:worship: to you guys that braved it! :thumbsup2

[that's nice]

Yes sir I did. :)

I saw on your TR. Way to go DAD! LOLOL

Yay for the ADRs! That must of been stressful but now it is over with, and you can sleep at night.:rotfl2:
Sounds like you had a great CM too.:thumbsup2
Thanks! You don't know how happy I am.

If I hadn't said this before... LOVE what you got!! Great job. I think you were one of the luckier ones who got in sooner than later.

Kona twice in one trip? Why does this not surprise me?
1900PF was the most important one to me! I did that one first then just started with my first ADR (Tuesday)

I'd eat at Kona everyday if I could! LOL I wonder if I would get sick of it though?:confused3

Great ADR's!! :)

You did great - I would have totally punted it yesterday. :sad2:

:worship: to you guys that braved it! :thumbsup2
You think you would of forgot? Forgetting the opening day of you ADR booking is like forgetting your park tickets at home! I don't know ANYBODY that would do that, do you? :scratchin

Melody asked Juliana today if she could go anywhere where would it be. She didn't answer.. so she asked Ana who her favorite person is in the whole world. Juliana's answer- Cinderella. Mel is starting to think about Juliana's Wish. Melody asked if I thought it wouldn't be much of a Wish because we have been to WDW a few times already. I didn't have an answer for her.

[that's nice]

Good for you Tim!!! It's all worth it in the end to get what you want and NEED, right? :rotfl2:

Seriously, good job! :)

I did something crazy today....I put a trip on "hold" for April and what is sort of freaking me out is that I can book my ADR's today (like everyone else in the world) but the dates just came to me yesterday when I was looking at my DS's school calendar and they're off for a few days around April 22nd. I must get myself in action, quick! YIKES, pray for me... :) I'm worried it might still be too crowded although I think Disney has it as a "good time to go". I can't get into tourining plans to check either!

Ok, off to see if they have any more hours up or the system is available...

Heather

Heather here is the crowd calendar for the mid to end of April. If you need any other dates let me know.

Date------Crowd level---Best park---Worst Park

Fri, 16 Apr '10-- 8-- EP-- DS
Sat, 17 Apr '10-- 7-- MK DS-- AK
Sun, 18 Apr '10-- 7-- AK-- MK EP DS
Mon, 19 Apr '10-- 7-- MK-- AK
Tue, 20 Apr '10-- 5-- MK AK-- DS
Wed, 21 Apr '10-- 5-- MK AK-- DS
Thu, 22 Apr '10-- 6-- EP DS AK-- MK
Fri, 23 Apr '10-- 5-- MK AK-- EP-- GRAD NIGHT
Sat, 24 Apr '10-- 7-- DS-- EP-- GRAD NIGHT
Sun, 25 Apr '10-- 7-- EP-- MK DS AK
Mon, 26 Apr '10-- 5-- MK-- AK
Tue, 27 Apr '10-- 5-- DS AK-- EP
Wed, 28 Apr '10-- 5-- MK EP-- AK
Thu, 29 Apr '10-- 7-- AK-- MK EP DS
Fri, 30 Apr '10-- 5-- MK DS-- EP-- GRAD NIGHT

[tinkgurl]

I'm just so glad that whole fiasco is over with!

[jenseib]

YAY! for the ADRS!!!!!!

[maroo]

You think you would of forgot? Forgetting the opening day of you ADR booking is like forgetting your park tickets at home! I don't know ANYBODY that would do that, do you? :scratchin



Well.... you know.... I have been known to forget an ADR date.

In fact...That may have been my ADR for my March trip. :rolleyes1 :confused3



Melody asked Juliana today if she could go anywhere where would it be. She didn't answer.. so she asked Ana who her favorite person is in the whole world. Juliana's answer- Cinderella. Mel is starting to think about Juliana's Wish. Melody asked if I thought it wouldn't be much of a Wish because we have been to WDW a few times already. I didn't have an answer for her.


You didn't answer her?? :scared1::eek: :scared1: :eek:

That is a hard one, I guess... But GKTW...:cloud9: :cloud9: :cloud9:

Maybe she would have a favorite star or something in a couple of years that would be even better?

She could always wish to go to Paris! Or Hawaii! :)

[KatMark]

Melody asked Juliana today if she could go anywhere where would it be. She didn't answer.. so she asked Ana who her favorite person is in the whole world. Juliana's answer- Cinderella. Mel is starting to think about Juliana's Wish. Melody asked if I thought it wouldn't be much of a Wish because we have been to WDW a few times already. I didn't have an answer for her.

Okay...I guess I was a bad girl and I skimmed at some point. What is the "WISH?" I'm lost...help. :confused3

[that's nice]

I'm just so glad that whole fiasco is over with!
Me too!! Now how many days till we look these over and try to change them?:confused3:lmao:

YAY! for the ADRS!!!!!!
I know!!! So did you make yours???

How is your DH feeling? I hope better. I think you told me that he might have to do his other hip (or was it knee?) too? My DW told me that a lot of the time the doctors suggest doing both at once because many people don't come back for the other one after going through all the pain. So did you take my advice and give him the meds then ask him?:goodvibes

Well.... you know.... I have been known to forget an ADR date.

In fact...That may have been my ADR for my March trip. :rolleyes1 :confused3

So ummmmm did you make any ADRs yet?
You didn't answer her?? :scared1::eek: :scared1: :eek:

That is a hard one, I guess... But GKTW...:cloud9: :cloud9: :cloud9:

Maybe she would have a favorite star or something in a couple of years that would be even better?

She could always wish to go to Paris! Or Hawaii! :)
Do the kids/us have to specifically ask for GKTW or if the child says Disney is that were they send them? If Disney is her choice, I would want to stay at GKTW.

Side note- I've been listening to the WDW Today Podcast that you suggested. I actually like this one.. although I'm not too sure I'm learning anything. I'm not a WDW know-it-all but it does seem like I already know what they are talking about. I listened to 4-5 episodes so maybe it was just those eposodes.

Okay...I guess I was a bad girl and I skimmed at some point. What is the "WISH?" I'm lost...help. :confused3
Sorry Kat.

Since Juliana had a life threatening disease she is eligible for Make-A-Wish. I took this off their website:

Who is eligible?
A child with a life-threatening medical condition who has reached the age of 2 1/2 and is under the age of 18 at the time of referral, is potentially eligible for a wish.
After a child is referred to the Make-A-Wish Foundation®, the Foundation will contact the child's treating physician to determine whether the child is medically eligible for a wish, based on the medical criteria established by the Make-A-Wish Foundation of America. In addition, a child cannot have received a wish from another wish-granting organization.

I don't know if you knew but Maroo does a lot on the DIS & in 'real' life for Wish families. She started and answers questions on this thread -->http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=2039777 for families that are going on WDW Wish trips. If you want to read some heart warming and sad stories check out some of the TRs on the wish thread. If nothing else read this one--> http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=2279281 It is the most MaGiCaL story about a boys Wish trip to Disney and all that was done for him!

[maroo]

So ummmmm did you make any ADRs yet?




Uh...ur....

Nope.

I am having issues. Lisa won't tell me what she wants to do while we are there. We are only there Friday evening, Saturday and Sun AM. Sun is the half. We will need to be in bed early on Saturday.

I guess I need to make us some ressies...and just tell her about them?

She won't talk to me about Disney - she can't see past today. :(




Do the kids/us have to specifically ask for GKTW or if the child says Disney is that were they send them? If Disney is her choice, I would want to stay at GKTW.


If the child requests Disney or Universal or Sea World, then they are taken care of through GKTW.

GKTW houses something like 95% of the children going to Disney on a Wish Trip. When we went, GKTW was full, so they told us they could either reschedule the dates or put us up at Disney. Because of Lauren's mobility issues and the additional medical needs in the family, they said that they wanted us in a monorail resort - so we got the Contemporary. Nice!

It was probably best for Lauren's trip to do it that way...but for someone younger - GKTW is the way to go! :)

I believe you would certainly have the option. She could always wish to stay at GKTW. But how would she know about it? :confused3






Side note- I've been listening to the WDW Today Podcast that you suggested. I actually like this one.. although I'm not too sure I'm learning anything. I'm not a WDW know-it-all but it does seem like I already know what they are talking about. I listened to 4-5 episodes so maybe it was just those eposodes.




Yeah...sometimes I yell at them through my iPhone! But I have met three of them in real life and they are the nicest guys! They have a lot of Disney knowledge...but if you sit on the boards hours each day...well...you know more than most cast members! ;)



Since Juliana had a life threatening disease she is eligible for Make-A-Wish. I took this off their website:

Who is eligible?
A child with a life-threatening medical condition who has reached the age of 2 1/2 and is under the age of 18 at the time of referral, is potentially eligible for a wish.
After a child is referred to the Make-A-Wish Foundation®, the Foundation will contact the child's treating physician to determine whether the child is medically eligible for a wish, based on the medical criteria established by the Make-A-Wish Foundation of America. In addition, a child cannot have received a wish from another wish-granting organization.

I don't know if you knew but Maroo does a lot on the DIS & in 'real' life for Wish families. She started and answers questions on this thread -->http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=2039777 for families that are going on WDW Wish trips. If you want to read some heart warming and sad stories check out some of the TRs on the wish thread. If nothing else read this one--> http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=2279281 It is the most MaGiCaL story about a boys Wish trip to Disney and all that was done for him!

I technically didn't start the concept...a lady named Wendy, who had a child going on a wish trip, started it.

But I have really enjoyed getting to know all of the wish families! They are a neat group of folks! I figure that's nice may one day be one of our wish trippers! :thumbsup2 Unless Juliana wishes for something different, which would be great, too!


And that trip....the MaGiCaL one....

Was the most magical day...EVER. I can't think of one more magical off the top of my head.

[tinkgurl]

Me too!! Now how many days till we look these over and try to change them?:confused3:lmao:

After all that, there's no way I'm changing mine! :rotfl2: Are you thinking about changing some of yours? :surfweb:

[that's nice]

Uh...ur....

Nope.

I am having issues. Lisa won't tell me what she wants to do while we are there. We are only there Friday evening, Saturday and Sun AM. Sun is the half. We will need to be in bed early on Saturday.

I guess I need to make us some ressies...and just tell her about them?

She won't talk to me about Disney - she can't see past today. :(

Maybe you can have a later dinner on Friday or a nice late lunch on Saturday. I'm sorry to hear that Lisa is having a hard time right now. Is Lauren feeling any better?
If the child requests Disney or Universal or Sea World, then they are taken care of through GKTW.

GKTW houses something like 95% of the children going to Disney on a Wish Trip. When we went, GKTW was full, so they told us they could either reschedule the dates or put us up at Disney. Because of Lauren's mobility issues and the additional medical needs in the family, they said that they wanted us in a monorail resort - so we got the Contemporary. Nice!

It was probably best for Lauren's trip to do it that way...but for someone younger - GKTW is the way to go! :)

I believe you would certainly have the option. She could always wish to stay at GKTW. But how would she know about it? :confused3
If she did decide on Disney (which if we did this in the next 1-2 years I'm sure she would) then I guess we could ask for GKTW if they put us up somewhere different.
Yeah...sometimes I yell at them through my iPhone! But I have met three of them in real life and they are the nicest guys! They have a lot of Disney knowledge...but if you sit on the boards hours each day...well...you know more than most cast members! ;)

LOL.. They joke around, which is fine, but at least they don't talk over each other like the DIS podcast. I'm sure they are fun people.. they come across that way.
I technically didn't start the concept...a lady named Wendy, who had a child going on a wish trip, started it.

But I have really enjoyed getting to know all of the wish families! They are a neat group of folks! I figure that's nice may one day be one of our wish trippers! :thumbsup2 Unless Juliana wishes for something different, which would be great, too!
I never knew about Wendy... You do a great job answering everyone's questions and keep many of the families from freaking out! LOL

I'm sure Disney would be high on her list.. This is a Disney everyday household! :rotfl:


And that trip....the MaGiCaL one....

Was the most magical day...EVER. I can't think of one more magical off the top of my head.
Is that report done yet???? Or is there more to come?:confused3

After all that, there's no way I'm changing mine! :rotfl2: Are you thinking about changing some of yours? :surfweb:
We are DISers! No plan, ADR, trip is final till it's over!!!! :rotfl2: :lmao: :rotfl:

[jordanyosh]

So were you able to get through?:confused3

For the original call. I got through at 8am PST.

I was laughing because I finally got what you wrote on All7ofUS's thread about "clang clang clang goes the trolley"

I made all the ADRs for the family portion of the trip

I called back and didn't really have too many issues getting through at about 12:30pm PST. These ADRs were for the solo portion of the trip.

You like Kona for Breakfast? Hmmm......I may have to look at my ADRs again.....:rolleyes1

[tinkgurl]

We are DISers! No plan, ADR, trip is final till it's over!!!! :rotfl2: :lmao: :rotfl:

:rotfl2::rotfl2:

[IBelieveInTheMagic]

:hug: Thank you Tim so much for posting them! I don't know why it wouldn't let me in there and I was exhausted when I was messing around last night! :) We booked 4/21-4/26 so it doesn't look so bad....

I got some great ADR's booked this morning online too! Even snagged LeCellier so now we can see if it's worth all the hype. :banana:

So are you guys considering a Wish trip? Please keep us posted...

Again, thank you!

Heather

[that's nice]

For the original call. I got through at 8am PST.

I was laughing because I finally got what you wrote on All7ofUS's thread about "clang clang clang goes the trolley"

I made all the ADRs for the family portion of the trip

I called back and didn't really have too many issues getting through at about 12:30pm PST. These ADRs were for the solo portion of the trip.

You like Kona for Breakfast? Hmmm......I may have to look at my ADRs again.....:rolleyes1
The clang clang was the first song I heard while I was on hold! LOL:lmao: I was so excited that I was in the que! I'm glad you got all you wanted and so close to your times.. just like me! Hurray for us!:yay::yay:

:hug: Thank you Tim so much for posting them! I don't know why it wouldn't let me in there and I was exhausted when I was messing around last night! :) We booked 4/21-4/26 so it doesn't look so bad....

I got some great ADR's booked this morning online too! Even snagged LeCellier so now we can see if it's worth all the hype. :banana:

So are you guys considering a Wish trip? Please keep us posted...

Again, thank you!

Heather
Those days look really good! Low crowds!

I had the filet at LeCellier last March and it was awesome! I eat filet often and this was up there with the best. We had some great deserts too!

We are thinking about when to do Juliana's Wish trip. Maybe once we get through the holidays we will decide on something.:confused3

[jordanyosh]

okay I am now actually reading your PTR...you're leaving soon!

I also looked at where you're from. My brother recently moved from sunny CA to Eastern CT to a little town called Plainfield. He drives and takes the train to New Haven(?) as he works at Yale...My niece is a freshman at UCONN and just pledged KKR...

[that's nice]

I just watched my Yankees lose to the Phillies. :sad2: But I do have a few thoughts and some good news!

First about the ADRs. Yes it was hectic going through that yesterday but it was so totally worth it!!! This was the only way that someone staying offsite like we are this trip could get what we got! Plus being out 135 days helps too. If you are on the ADR site you can play around with dates and get ADRs to CRT for lunch and dinner the whole week we are going to be there 3/6-3/16. What does this mean??? I have no idea. Could it be the economy, maybe a lot of people didn't realize that the window went back to 180 days. I can only think that this is going to be good for us.

Second, I bought our airline tickets tonight!!!:woohoo::yay: We are leaving Wednesday 3/3 8am, flying to Tampa then driving to Bradenton. We fly home Tuesday 3/16 4:20 landing at 7pm. I guess this makes the trip a little more real!

EDIT:: I forgot to add the Tickets cost us $608. Not too bad!

[All7OfUs]

Top o' the Morning to ya!! Glad you didn't have to switch out to "When You Wish Upon a Star"!! :lmao: You guys did great, both of you! and you Heather!! So happy for you all! But also very glad I didn't (or maroo) have to experience that NIGHTMARE of stress and wondering...

When I first read your neices pledge, Jordo, I thought it read the KKK!!!! :scared1:

[All7OfUs]

I just watched my Yankees lose to the Phillies. :sad2: But I do have a few thoughts and some good news!


Second, I bought our airline tickets tonight!!!:woohoo::yay: We are leaving Wednesday 3/3 8am, flying to Tampa then driving to Bradenton. We fly home Tuesday 3/16 4:20 landing at 7pm. I guess this makes the trip a little more real!

Sorry your dudes lost! Don't follow baseball- but do love a live game!!! Didn't even have a clue who was playing...

Congrats on the tix. That really does make everything so real! Look at your dates!! You'll be there almost 2 full weeks. WOW!

[that's nice]

okay I am now actually reading your PTR...you're leaving soon!

I also looked at where you're from. My brother recently moved from sunny CA to Eastern CT to a little town called Plainfield. He drives and takes the train to New Haven(?) as he works at Yale...My niece is a freshman at UCONN and just pledged KKR...

Actually we just got back 2 1/2 weeks ago. We have another trip planned for March. I put both PTRs together on this thread. It is kinda confusing for the newcomers.... next time I will do 2 separate PTRs!!! LOL

Plainfield is about a 25 minute drive from here. UCONN is about 70minutes from where I live. Both my parents went to Uconn and my brother did as well. He was a cheerleader and has a women's and men's basketball national championship rings. GO Huskies!

[jordanyosh]

Top o' the Morning to ya!! Glad you didn't have to switch out to "When You Wish Upon a Star"!! :lmao: You guys did great, both of you! and you Heather!! So happy for you all! But also very glad I didn't (or maroo) have to experience that NIGHTMARE of stress and wondering...

When I first read your neices pledge, Jordo, I thought it read the KKK!!!! :scared1:

Don't think so as I think her mom works with the Jewish community and my bro is well....Asian..;)

[jordanyosh]

Actually we just got back 2 1/2 weeks ago. We have another trip planned for March. I put both PTRs together on this thread. It is kinda confusing for the newcomers.... next time I will do 2 separate PTRs!!! LOL

Plainfield is about a 25 minute drive from here. UCONN is about 70minutes from where I live. Both my parents went to Uconn and my brother did as well. He was a cheerleader and has a women's and men's basketball national championship rings. GO Huskies!

I must still be tired. I thought your OCT trip hadn't happened yet...:rolleyes1

[All7OfUs]

Don't think so as I think her mom works with the Jewish community and my bro is well....Asian..;)

I knew it couldn't be, but you know me and the morning- 1/2 an hour ago, I'd only had one cup coursing through my fuzzy mind. Not that someone would crass enough to post something like that anyway!! What is with those people, anyway???

[that's nice]

Top o' the Morning to ya!! Glad you didn't have to switch out to "When You Wish Upon a Star"!! :lmao: You guys did great, both of you! and you Heather!! So happy for you all! But also very glad I didn't (or maroo) have to experience that NIGHTMARE of stress and wondering...
It ended up working out well!!

When I first read your neices pledge, Jordo, I thought it read the KKK!!!! :scared1:
:scared1: :scared1: :scared1: :scared1: :scared1: :scared1: :scared1:
Congrats on the tix. That really does make everything so real! Look at your dates!! You'll be there almost 2 full weeks. WOW!
2 weeks of Florida in March! Usually I'm done with winter around this time. It should work out nicely. Now I need to make some $$$$$ this trip is going to cost a lot! Maybe send Melody to work some OT!

I went back to add the tix cost us $608.. not to shabby!

Don't think so as I think her mom works with the Jewish community and my bro is well....Asian..;)

LOLOL:lmao::lmao:

You ever watch Chappelle's Show?

I must still be tired. I thought your OCT trip hadn't happened yet...:rolleyes1
I figured that. No problem! popcorn::

[jordanyosh]

LOLOL:lmao::lmao:

You ever watch Chappelle's Show?


I figured that. No problem! popcorn::

I never watched it while it was on, but when I was in China of all places my missionary friend of all people shows me the one about Rick James......

I laughed so hard for a looooong time. My stomach muscles were actually sore the next day. DARKNESSS.....UNITY....

[figment41]

Nice job with the tickets!! You are almost there now all you have to do is pack. :wizard: Oooopppsss This is Dis right, so you must have lots more planning to do:lmao:

[that's nice]

I never watched it while it was on, but when I was in China of all places my missionary friend of all people shows me the one about Rick James......

I laughed so hard for a looooong time. My stomach muscles were actually sore the next day. DARKNESSS.....UNITY....

There was an episode where Chappelle plays a blind high ranking KKK member. No one knew he was black... neither did he! His hood fell off at a rally and all the other members saw him. LOL It was a classic! So funny. :lmao:

[that's nice]

Nice job with the tickets!! You are almost there now all you have to do is pack. :wizard: Oooopppsss This is Dis right, so you must have lots more planning to do:lmao:

:rotfl::lmao::rotfl2:

The planning never ends! Plus I still have to wait 130 days:sad2:

[jordanyosh]

There was an episode where Chappelle plays a blind high ranking KKK member. No one knew he was black... neither did he! His hood fell off at a rally and all the other members saw him. LOL It was a classic! So funny. :lmao:

I saw that one too.....:rotfl2::rotfl2::rotfl2:

[All7OfUs]

I have no idea what you guys are talking about - even if I am an "M" worker overseas, very near China... But it sounds hilarious!! Going to google it now...

[maroo]

Maybe you can have a later dinner on Friday or a nice late lunch on Saturday. I'm sorry to hear that Lisa is having a hard time right now. Is Lauren feeling any better?

Yeah...I probably should book those, huh! :)

Lauren is doing better - back at school. But she is so far behind. And stressed.

William, however, is NOT doing better. I have no idea what they are going to do end up doing about that.

If she did decide on Disney (which if we did this in the next 1-2 years I'm sure she would) then I guess we could ask for GKTW if they put us up somewhere different.

Definitely! :thumbsup2

LOL.. They joke around, which is fine, but at least they don't talk over each other like the DIS podcast. I'm sure they are fun people.. they come across that way.

Well...:rolleyes1

:)

I never knew about Wendy... You do a great job answering everyone's questions and keep many of the families from freaking out! LOL

Oh yeah. She started the first thread and I took over after she got back from her trip and was not on the DIS as much. If you have never read her TR - it is a great one! :) Her name is Wendygrace and she is, I believe, the first TR on the Wish Trippers list. :)

I'm sure Disney would be high on her list.. This is a Disney everyday household! :rotfl:

Gotta love that! :)

Is that report done yet???? Or is there more to come?:confused3

Well...technically it is done. But I have some more I can report on...I suppose. I may do some of that this weekend. I have the first few days of NOTHING that I have had in a long time. :)


We are DISers! No plan, ADR, trip is final till it's over!!!! :rotfl2: :lmao: :rotfl:


Now THAT's what I am talking about! :)


ps: I wrote in pink just for you! :rotfl:

I have no idea what you guys are talking about - even if I am an "M" worker overseas, very near China... But it sounds hilarious!! Going to google it now...

my thoughts exactly!

[tinkgurl]

Wow that's great you can play around with dates/times on-line now!

So...what are your plans for Monday 3/15?

[All7OfUs]

That would be soooo cool if you guys could actually meet!!! Woohoo!

[that's nice]

I have no idea what you guys are talking about - even if I am an "M" worker overseas, very near China... But it sounds hilarious!! Going to google it now...
PMed you..

ps: I wrote in pink just for you! :rotfl:

I saw your ADRs on Leisa's TR. They look good... I'll comment over there.

I hope William starts feeling better.

I'll have to go back and read Wendy's TR.

OH YEA.. thanks for the pink!

Wow that's great you can play around with dates/times on-line now!

So...what are your plans for Monday 3/15?
As of now we have an ADR for Kona at 8:30 and WWC at 6:15. As far as what we are doing during the day... I have no clue yet. I'm sure we are going to some park.:confused3

That would be soooo cool if you guys could actually meet!!! Woohoo!
It would be.. gotta get working on that.:confused:

[that's nice]

We've been having fun for the last few days but....

Melody caved in and got the H1N1 vaccine last night. She was going to have to take care of a patient that had it but then his surgery got canceled. She figured she should just go and get it. There are patients at her hospital that have H1N1 now.

They are closing some schools in CT because of the number of sick kids. I had a grammar school Halloween dance Friday night that canceled because of H1N1 fears. It is starting to get bad.

Juliana has her 3 months scans and her oncologist appointment on Monday morning. As always, we start getting a little antsy. We are going to find out what we should do with Juliana getting the H1N1 vaccine. With her having MPO deficiency, her immune system is not as strong. Having her in school now and taking dancing, she is around many other kids that we have no idea if they, or someone in their family, are sick or not. Hopefully we will get some answers and hopefully they will have the vaccine at CCMC. (Connecticut Children's Medical Center)

As always, we hope her scans and blood tests come back normal.princess:

[Sandy321]

positive thoughts + + + prayers + + + :wizard:

Keeping your family in our thoughts and prayers!!

[tinkgurl]

Hope Melody does fine the next few days!

Oh gosh, you know I'll be thinking of Juliana and you guys on Monday. Hopefully you'll find some answers about what to do about the vaccine and her scans/blood tests come back good. :hug:

[that's nice]

positive thoughts + + + prayers + + + :wizard:

Keeping your family in our thoughts and prayers!!
Thanks! It always amazes me how fast three months go. I feel like we were just doing this.

Hope Melody does fine the next few days!

Oh gosh, you know I'll be thinking of Juliana and you guys on Monday. Hopefully you'll find some answers about what to do about the vaccine and her scans/blood tests come back good. :hug:

Thank you! I'm sure Juliana's blood work and tests will be OK.. but there is always the uncertainty that makes it stressful.

[All7OfUs]

Tried to write earlier, but my power went off as I was posting.

I do hope Mel isn't down too long with the bug, and she can get back to work quickly!

Certainly will be praying for Juliana; not to get it, and for her appt. on Monday. She's such a trooper!

[maroo]

I will be praying for you guys.

Scans are a scary time. Hopefully you guys can pass time on the DIS - When should you find out the results?

H1N1 is scary, but if Juliana gets it they should give her Tamiflu and hopefully she will get well very fast.

I was terrified of Lauren getting it, but she did remarkably well with the Tamiflu and got well quick. The sinus infection she got a week or two later kicked her booty!

[tinkgurl]

Thank you! I'm sure Juliana's blood work and tests will be OK.. but there is always the uncertainty that makes it stressful.

I know what you mean..I always get nervous going to Iowa City for my ear check-ups.

[KatMark]

We've been having fun for the last few days but....

Melody caved in and got the H1N1 vaccine last night. She was going to have to take care of a patient that had it but then his surgery got canceled. She figured she should just go and get it. There are patients at her hospital that have H1N1 now.

They are closing some schools in CT because of the number of sick kids. I had a grammar school Halloween dance Friday night that canceled because of H1N1 fears. It is starting to get bad.

Juliana has her 3 months scans and her oncologist appointment on Monday morning. As always, we start getting a little antsy. We are going to find out what we should do with Juliana getting the H1N1 vaccine. With her having MPO deficiency, her immune system is not as strong. Having her in school now and taking dancing, she is around many other kids that we have no idea if they, or someone in their family, are sick or not. Hopefully we will get some answers and hopefully they will have the vaccine at CCMC. (Connecticut Children's Medical Center)

As always, we hope her scans and blood tests come back normal.princess:


Good for Mel. I've not had a flu shot in probably ten years. The last time I had one I got so sick that I swore them off. We have one lawyer in the hospital with swine flu and one of the girls that sits near me has been home the last three days because her daughter has it.

You know that the prayers and the pixie dust will be going 110% over the next couple of days until Juliana goes for appointment and we get the WONDERFUL results.

[that's nice]

Tried to write earlier, but my power went off as I was posting.

I do hope Mel isn't down too long with the bug, and she can get back to work quickly!

Certainly will be praying for Juliana; not to get it, and for her appt. on Monday. She's such a trooper!
The lady that gave Mel the shot said that she got it 9 days ago and she didn't get sick. So I'm hoping Mel is OK. She really didn't want to get the vaccine.

Thanks for the prayers!

I will be praying for you guys.

Scans are a scary time. Hopefully you guys can pass time on the DIS - When should you find out the results?

H1N1 is scary, but if Juliana gets it they should give her Tamiflu and hopefully she will get well very fast.

I was terrified of Lauren getting it, but she did remarkably well with the Tamiflu and got well quick. The sinus infection she got a week or two later kicked her booty!
Thanks for the prayers.:hug:

We usually find the results of the scans and the bloodwork the same day... usually later in the afternoon before the clinic closes.

Was Lauren officially diagnosed with H1N1? Or were they just giving her the Tamiflu to be safe? (you might of posted already.. I forgot though:sad2:)

I know what you mean..I always get nervous going to Iowa City for my ear check-ups.
How often do you have to go?

Good for Mel. I've not had a flu shot in probably ten years. The last time I had one I got so sick that I swore them off. We have one lawyer in the hospital with swine flu and one of the girls that sits near me has been home the last three days because her daughter has it.

You know that the prayers and the pixie dust will be going 110% over the next couple of days until Juliana goes for appointment and we get the WONDERFUL results.
I never got the flu shot till Juliana was born. I have gotten it the last few years though. I don't know if I am going to get the H1N1. I'll probably wait and see.

Thank you for praying for her.:hug:

[tinkgurl]

How often do you have to go?

Every 6 months.

[IBelieveInTheMagic]

Sending you guys lots of positive vibes and prayers for Juliana's scans! :hug: You're right, I can't believe how fast 3 months go because I remember the last time you guys did this and it doesn't feel like it was 3 months ago!

I know you'll come back and post when you can. We'll be thinking about you guys! :)

Heather

[that's nice]

Every 6 months.
Hopefully after this appointment Juliana will be going to every 6 months too. They might do 3 months again so she can have her CAT scan then go to every 6 months. We will see what they say.

Sending you guys lots of positive vibes and prayers for Juliana's scans! :hug: You're right, I can't believe how fast 3 months go because I remember the last time you guys did this and it doesn't feel like it was 3 months ago!

I know you'll come back and post when you can. We'll be thinking about you guys! :)

Heather
I know 3 months does go really fast.:confused3

Thank you for your prayers. :hug:

[MaryAz]

Thoughts and prayers for clean scans and great blood work results on Mon!! :hug:

[that's nice]

Thoughts and prayers for clean scans and great blood work results on Mon!! :hug:

Thanks Mary.:)








HAPPY HALLOWEEN EVERYBODY!

[that's nice]

I've been ignoring my own PTR for the last few days and I will get back on track soon. I just wanted to post a pic from Halloween. I got dressed up too and even got some candy for myself which I quickly ate.

http://i391.photobucket.com/albums/oo351/djtimbct/random%20pics/DSC07077.jpg

I will post sometime tomorrow to let you know the results of her scans and bloodwork. We usually don't find out until 4 or so.

[StefaniLyn]

I've been ignoring my own PTR for the last few days and I will get back on track soon. I just wanted to post a pic from Halloween. I got dressed up too and even got some candy for myself which I quickly ate.

http://i391.photobucket.com/albums/oo351/djtimbct/random%20pics/DSC07077.jpg

I will post sometime tomorrow to let you know the results of her scans and bloodwork. We usually don't find out until 4 or so.

Love the picture! Thanks for sharing :) You both look great, though Juliana wins hands down based on the cuteness factor alone! You're such a good sport for dressing up. I haven't even considered dressing up in YEARS!

[All7OfUs]

You both look great!! I thought you ordered a gotee?? Where's that?

ah, what a cute little post, she's striking there!! How sweet is that?!

So, it's Sunday night there, tomorrow's the big day... May you have peace and grace for whatever tomorrow brings. She's looking and acting healthy so I don't think you'll have any surprises.

Did you trick or treat??

[that's nice]

You both look great!! I thought you ordered a gotee?? Where's that?

ah, what a cute little post, she's striking there!! How sweet is that?!

So, it's Sunday night there, tomorrow's the big day... May you have peace and grace for whatever tomorrow brings. She's looking and acting healthy so I don't think you'll have any surprises.

Did you trick or treat??
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I did end up buying the goatee. It was horrible.... so horrible that I ended up wearing it the whole night! LOL I'll post a pic tomorrow. This picture is a little preview to our MNSSHP pictures.

Thank you for the well wishes.

I went with the kids (there were about 8 of them) when people saw me in costume they gave me candy too. I was eating the candy as I went. I had a stomach ache when we got back to Mel's friends house.:sad2:

[jordanyosh]

pirate:

[All7OfUs]

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I did end up buying the goatee. It was horrible.... so horrible that I ended up wearing it the whole night! LOL I'll post a pic tomorrow. This picture is a little preview to our MNSSHP pictures.

Thank you for the well wishes.

I went with the kids (there were about 8 of them) when people saw me in costume they gave me candy too. I was eating the candy as I went. I had a stomach ache when we got back to Mel's friends house.:sad2:

So are you are Smarties kind of guy or a choco kind of pirate??? If I had to choose, I'd go with Smarties everytime... but give me a high cocoa content, mature choco with a good cup of coffee, well, I'd be all over that!!

Can't wait to see you in all the gotee horrible-ness!

[that's nice]

So are you are Smarties kind of guy or a choco kind of pirate??? If I had to choose, I'd go with Smarties everytime... but give me a high cocoa content, mature choco with a good cup of coffee, well, I'd be all over that!!

Can't wait to see you in all the gotee horrible-ness!

I like both but I was eating all the chocolate I could get yesterday. I rarely eat candy, but I was loving it yesterday!

OK I uploaded one real quick before I head to bed.. I'm beat. See how bad it was? I wonder if I wore this during MNSSHP too???? :scared1:

http://i391.photobucket.com/albums/oo351/djtimbct/random%20pics/DSC07091.jpg

[that's nice]

pirate:

aggrrrrr mate!

[All7OfUs]

Well, only time will tell.... You have a rather dashing smile... did you use blackener?? Did you reek of rum??

[that's nice]

Well, only time will tell.... You have a rather dashing smile... did you use blackener?? Did you reek of rum??

Well I did drink a beer- I needed it. Juliana was bouncing off the walls all day and I need to self medicate! LOL

I did use eye liner. I couldn't get it all off apparently... Mel said she could still see it on my eyes. Too bad she told me this while we were in church. :sad2:

[All7OfUs]

figures.... hope you didn't have to explain that to too many people wondering. It's like when you have an infant, and you shop for 2 hours in the grocery store, only to find a big wad of spit up all over your shoulder after you get home. :lmao:

[StefaniLyn]

I like both but I was eating all the chocolate I could get yesterday. I rarely eat candy, but I was loving it yesterday!

OK I uploaded one real quick before I head to bed.. I'm beat. See how bad it was? I wonder if I wore this during MNSSHP too???? :scared1:

http://i391.photobucket.com/albums/oo351/djtimbct/random%20pics/DSC07091.jpg

:rotfl2::rotfl2::rotfl2::rotfl2::rotfl2::rotfl2: Thanks for sharing!

[figment41]

We will be thinking good thoughts for Juliana on Monday.

It looks like you had a great Halloween. We had a nice one here but it was very chilly. We only trick or treated up and down our street. We have been fighting off colds so we did not want to be out too long.

I think my DD2 had more fun running to the door every time the bell rang. I asked her to sit with me in the living room by the door when it was busy but she said nooo and dragged me to the back room and told us we had to sit. We did then she dragged us to the door and did it all over again. She kept yelling kids commin!!

My DH went to a party at the neighbors house while we stayed at home and relaxed. I think she made it 10 minutes into Toy Story 2 before she passed out on the sofa. She only naps in her bed so this was a bug suprise but I was tired from running back and forth to the door too.

We can not wait to see your next installment with your MNSSHP pics.

Good Luck tom.:wizard:

[that's nice]

We are leaving for the hospital in 20 minutes and Juliana woke up with a 101 fever. So no vaccine for her today. She seems to be OK but now she has a little cough every once in a while. Hopefully it is just a cold.

[All7OfUs]

Will sure be praying this morning...!! Am anxious to hear how it all went...

[maroo]

Just thinking about you guys and praying for you guys!

Is the flu going around there?

I hope she feels better!!

[KatMark]

We are leaving for the hospital in 20 minutes and Juliana woke up with a 101 fever. So no vaccine for her today. She seems to be OK but now she has a little cough every once in a while. Hopefully it is just a cold.

I woke up thinking about you guys this morning and you will continue to be in my thoughts and prayers until you come back with news. :hug:

[tinkgurl]

We are leaving for the hospital in 20 minutes and Juliana woke up with a 101 fever. So no vaccine for her today. She seems to be OK but now she has a little cough every once in a while. Hopefully it is just a cold.

Thinking of you guys! :hug:

Looks like Halloween was fun! You looked like a good Capt. Jack!

[StefaniLyn]

We are leaving for the hospital in 20 minutes and Juliana woke up with a 101 fever. So no vaccine for her today. She seems to be OK but now she has a little cough every once in a while. Hopefully it is just a cold.

I'm praying that it's just a cold. Will they still do the other tests even with her fever? I'm hoping for excellent results for your little princess princess:

[jordanyosh]

hope all is well....

[that's nice]

We got home and they already called with the results.

The good news (most important)- Her x-rays, & ultrasound show no signs of cancer. Her bloodwork came back very good, her ANC was 2500. All three of us had to wear masks and Juliana wasn't able to get the H1N1 vaccine. They tested her for the H1N1 flu and the first part of the test already came back negative.

Bad news- The second part of the test can take up to 3 days. So we have to wait to hear the results. Her chest x-ray was clouded, telling them she has some sort of respiratory infection. We are going to watch her closely and she is watching a movie right now. She still has a fever and will be taking a nap soon.

Hopefully it is just a cold- which I think it is.

Thank you all for the thoughts and prayers.