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All7OfUs

09-08-2009, 11:21 PM

Those are some amazing pictures of CSR! It's one of the few hotels on property I have yet to stay at. I think it could be an excellent contender for the TC3.

I love Pop for a lot of reasons, but I don't see you guys staying there. That resort does not scream girl relaxation to me. :lmao:

I know you adored the CB too, but that one didn't make our list. Not very many went for the POP for us, so it will be very interesting indeed, when the time for revelation comes.

I'm thinking CSR is a lot more likely to be the place for a girlie getaway. I can see y'all lounging in that hot tub now.

So can I- definitely!! It does seem so mature and elegant to me.

CSR is definately would be a nice place to stay. We haven't stayed there, but we've visited there to eat for dinner. We sat outside by the bar and by the water. It was so relaxing!

That's what I thought too! A nice girlie chat out by the pool with a glass of chablis, with some nachos from the Pepper. (Right, TK?)

since I'm talking to myself in Maroo's trip report - thought I'd join you over here (thanks for sending me the invite! :thumbsup2) and the next time you talk to her - I'm following her adventures too!! :thumbsup2:thumbsup2:thumbsup2

IF you are going for an upgrade - then you will be wise to book Pop and hope you get upgrade to the 1 bedroom - ;)

Maroo's report got moved over to Trip Report - its no longer a "pre trip" report!

I need to start a pre trip report! :wizard: except I'm boring!! :rotfl2:

I think folks are waiting for her to get back to post more on hers? I check it once in a while, but to be honest, I really enjoy just picking up the phone and calling her. ;)

Hmm.. now that's something we'll have to make sure maroo is aware of. I hadn't thought of things in quite that light before. :confused3

Thanks for the headsup! I woudl have been looking a long time, before I figured that out~!:laughing: And yes, I think you should start a PTR. You aren't boring, we do need some PTRs with less drama and a here's the facts style. :)

Yes those are pictures I took in March. We had an amazing time and loved CSR! If you do have any questions ask away! If I don't know a specific answer I know the people who do! LOL:rotfl:

You can give a few hints though... can't you?:rolleyes1

I can't believe how many hints we've already given! I think this really ought to be pretty easy in the end.

I can't catch up yet.........

But.....

She hasn't told you guys yet????

:rotfl: :lmao: :rotfl2:

*running away now!*

Run for your life. I have 2 more options for our fair friends.

This pre-trip report is being HIJACKED!!!

That is right....HIJACKED!

I am not sure if all of you guys are following some of my other threads...but this one...this one... you guys are not going to want to miss....

I must, must tell you about a wonderful morning!

Whatever you do, Don't miss this one!! (http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?p=33494911)

I promise I will work on getting this up and going just as soon as possible and will tell you guys all about it!! :)

When maroo hijacks, it is always in a grand style. NOTHING I could ever post here would hold a candle to her stuff over there! Truly, this one will go into the annals of "okay, that was sit-on-the-can reading material, compared to this" PTRs after you hop over to hers.... Nevertheless, I shall plug away and hope you will all come back to play again.

Woot! I'm on my way over!!! :thumbsup2

Go! You'll love it!

I was thinking it was CSR because it's the only mod with queen sized beds, but the rooms only have one sink :confused3

And just who doesn't love a queen-sized bed?? I will admit one sink is a drag, but you can't have everything, right?

Is this a "KLEENEX" warning??

When WISH kids are involved, I highly recommend having something soft available.

All7OfUs

09-09-2009, 12:00 AM

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Set among the charm and grace of a time gone by in the Deep South is our choice behind Door #3!

Here at the:

Port Orleans Riverside

you'll find that a calm sense of beauty pervades the entire resort. One can choose between the more elegant mansions that evoke a sense of southern aristocracy, or the more subdued section called Alligator Bayou.
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Quiet paths lined with lush landscaping lead you to the Ol' Man Island Swimming Hole and a soothing hot tub to soak away your cares of the day. Of course, there are other quieter pools perfect for enjoying a quiet conversation with friends and family.

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After a long day at the parks, a nice meal may be in order. Boatwrights, a full-service restaurant serves a variety of tasty meals, each with a cajun flair, including Jambalaya. If simpler fare fits your appetite, head on over to The Riverside Food Mill, situated right next the giant, fully operational water wheel- this resort's signature icon.

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One feature this resort boasts is the unique water transportation directly to Downtown Disney. This 20 minute trip will give you plenty of time to close your eyes and imagine you are taking a trip down Ol' Man River itself.

So, come away with us to a simpler time of plantations and bayou life!

All of these incredible photos were taken by DJ Disney Kid

winkers

09-09-2009, 01:11 AM

I love port orleans!

All7OfUs

09-09-2009, 03:59 AM

What, to you, is so attractive about POR?? It looks mighty fine to me too.

MKBekka

09-09-2009, 07:54 AM

So...1,2, or 3? Since I already know, I won't say anything. What a good joke it would be if you actually showed up for the dole whip!!

jenb1023

09-09-2009, 09:00 AM

All7OfUs

09-09-2009, 11:51 AM

tinkgurl

09-09-2009, 11:55 AM

While POR looks nice, I just haven't warmed up to it like other Resorts. :confused3

All7OfUs

09-09-2009, 12:01 PM

While POR looks nice, I just haven't warmed up to it like other Resorts. :confused3

It's so funny how some resorts are so wonderful to some, but to others they are places that wouldn't even be considered. I guess it really comes down to what theming or amenities or location or value you are looking for. That's why Disney is so great! There really is something for everyone there. Low cost, upscale, hip-hoppin' groovy vs. serene and peaceful, large vs. small- so many choices!!

tinkgurl

09-09-2009, 12:23 PM

It's so funny how some resorts are so wonderful to some, but to others they are places that wouldn't even be considered. I guess it really comes down to what theming or amenities or location or value you are looking for. That's why Disney is so great! There really is something for everyone there. Low cost, upscale, hip-hoppin' groovy vs. serene and peaceful, large vs. small- so many choices!!

That's so true. There's a Resort for just about everyone's liking.

Sandy321

09-09-2009, 01:15 PM

I still think you will eventually end up in a DVC or deluxe resort room before all is said and done (even if you don't start with ressies at one). However, to me, I think Port Orleans is more likely for you guys than CSR. I don't know why - just a gut instinct.

If you haven't subscribed to Maroo's new TR (see previous hijack), make sure you do - it will be great! (and Sandy I would probably have the tissues ready like Liesa said the Wish kid stories seem to always have at least one tissue moment).

Thanks Jen :thumbsup2 I've been reading all the MAW TR - my heart just goes out! Prayers go up!! :littleangel:

So...1,2, or 3? Since I already know, I won't say anything. What a good joke it would be if you actually showed up for the dole whip!!

oh, a tease!! ;)

While POR looks nice, I just haven't warmed up to it like other Resorts. :confused3

We took my parents and I wanted a "lovely" resort - they stayed at All Stars with my brother - so thanks to Free Dining, and my OCD Planning skills - they had a wonderful time - except for the dern transportation at POR - THAT trip - it was the first time Free Dining was offered too - so maybe the transportation system hadnt caught up with the crowds...

I had originally booked POFQ - but no free dining there that trip - - so POR it was - ITA it was a gorgeous resort - loved the dining area - we did take the boat twice - but mostly I was grateful my parents had their car! I had scheduled most of our adr's at resorts so my parents wouldnt have to use a ticket to get in the park (My dad is not a park person - but it was HIS BEST trip EVER to Disney :wizard: He went to the Richard Petty Experience 3- 4 days!! :rotfl2:)

but because of that - dh refuses to stay at a moderate! That whole trip we kept seeing how great the bus service was for pop - so its Pop for us!! :rotfl2:

except when we do DVC!! :cool1: (that would be our Marathon trips!! :rotfl2: if I have to run to get to Disney I want to be close to Epcot!! :rotfl2: Luckily DD loves Epcot!!) :thumbsup2

so too many words for an opinion - eh?

In the end ITA - there's something for everyone at Disney :thumbsup2

that's nice

09-09-2009, 02:36 PM

POR huh? That was my second choice when we went in March. I can see the TC3 being very relaxed at POR. Pampered..... not so much. CSR has the spa. I'll have to go back and read up on POR because I stopped gathering info when I decided on CSR. POR does seem like a beautiful resort. Plus that boat ride to DTD is really cool... but with shopping at the bottom of your list, it doesn't seem to be a priority.

Is this it... 3 choices???:confused:

Sandy321

09-09-2009, 03:55 PM

I only have 2 pics of POR uploaded to my photobucket account -
at least you can get a feel for the rooms - sorta This one you see the door pictured best!
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towel animals every day - a very nice mousekeeper always was interrupted by the silliness of the animals in the room ;)

dd enjoyed the walks...

found a couple more!!

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we had adjoining (or is that connecting?) The door behind dd head that is open is my mom and dad's room - the door that's closed over her head is the door to the outside walkway!

Pollito916

09-09-2009, 06:05 PM

Well, out of the 3 choices we have been given so far, I would have to vote for CSR, for many of the same reasons as that's nice. It just seems to have more of what you are looking for for a fun ladies getaway, and the queen size beds will definitely make for a more comfortable stay when there are 3 of you.

Also, I noticed one of the CSR pics is of the 3 Caballeros....TC3 - 3 Caballeros - I think I see a connection here!

And, CSR is one of my personal favorite resorts because of all of the extra ammenties offered for a moderate. I love BC & BWI because of the close proximity to Epcot WS, but cost is often a factor, so CSR is my next choice even though it is farther.

Although, with the new pirate: rooms at CBR and the little pirate: living at my house, that may be our choice for the next trip that is not even planned yet. :sad1: Anyone hear of any Jack Sparrow sightings at the new rooms yet? ;) That would definitely sway my decision! :thumbsup2

JPFamilyMom

09-09-2009, 08:13 PM

Well I really didn't have a good impression of CSR until I read that's nice TR, I've warmed up to it a bit, but it's still not in my top five resorts. Now POR that is a place I want to stay at. If I had my choice of the three so far- that is where I would stay for an all girls trip. Though I think I fancy POFQ more just cause I like a smaller resort feel. But POR is high up on my list of places to stay.
For all the reasons you listed in your description. So I'm leaning toward that one for you all. But I agree with a previous poster in that I believe you all will be upgrading by the time you actually go- to a deluxe or DVC

StefaniLyn

09-09-2009, 10:44 PM

I'm voting for #2 - CSR. Not quite sure why I picked it over POR, just a gut instinct. POP was a distant 3rd.

All7OfUs

09-10-2009, 12:34 AM

except for the dern transportation at POR - THAT trip - it was the first time Free Dining was offered too - so maybe the transportation system hadnt caught up with the crowds...

I had originally booked POFQ - but no free dining there that trip - - so POR it was - ITA it was a gorgeous resort - loved the dining area - we did take the boat twice - but mostly I was grateful my parents had their car!
but because of that - dh refuses to stay at a moderate! That whole trip we kept seeing how great the bus service was for pop - so its Pop for us!! :rotfl2:

In the end ITA - there's something for everyone at Disney :thumbsup2

Hmmm... now this is not very good news for anyone who wants to stay there. I've read both good and bad reports on the busses, so it sounds like either a good or a bad experience. Maroo's not sure if she's driving or flying, wherever we end up being... :rolleyes1 we may end up with busses (or boats, or monorail).

POR huh? That was my second choice when we went in March. I can see the TC3 being very relaxed at POR. Pampered..... not so much. CSR has the spa. I'll have to go back and read up on POR because I stopped gathering info when I decided on CSR. POR does seem like a beautiful resort. Plus that boat ride to DTD is really cool... but with shopping at the bottom of your list, it doesn't seem to be a priority.

Is this it... 3 choices???:confused:

No, you get one more in the next post. Hold on!

Yes, more elegant I'd say, but you're right about the spa... none of that at POR. But, we could go somewhere else for spa-ing- remember, we did say that seeing other resorts was high on the to-tackle list. You do have a point with the DTD boat and our goals for shopping, but DTD is more than just shopping; it's an experience with one of my favorite places to eat- Earl's!

I only have 2 pics of POR uploaded to my photobucket account -

dd enjoyed the walks...

Those were incredibly beautiful!! Thanks for sharing them with us :worship: The walks along those shady, mossy paths looks so relaxing!

Well, out of the 3 choices we have been given so far, I would have to vote for CSR, for many of the same reasons as that's nice. It just seems to have more of what you are looking for for a fun ladies getaway, and the queen size beds will definitely make for a more comfortable stay when there are 3 of you.

Also, I noticed one of the CSR pics is of the 3 Caballeros....TC3 - 3 Caballeros - I think I see a connection here!

And, CSR is one of my personal favorite resorts because of all of the extra ammenties offered for a moderate. I love BC & BWI because of the close proximity to Epcot WS, but cost is often a factor, so CSR is my next choice even though it is farther.

Now, that would seem like a very logical connection- TC3 and the 3 Cabelleros!! HA!! I never saw that.

Yes, true they do have queens, a nice touch I must say!

Well I really didn't have a good impression of CSR until I read that's nice TR, I've warmed up to it a bit, but it's still not in my top five resorts. Now POR that is a place I want to stay at. If I had my choice of the three so far- that is where I would stay for an all girls trip. Though I think I fancy POFQ more just cause I like a smaller resort feel. But POR is high up on my list of places to stay.
For all the reasons you listed in your description. So I'm leaning toward that one for you all. But I agree with a previous poster in that I believe you all will be upgrading by the time you actually go- to a deluxe or DVC

It's funny that you are all saying that. Maroo is certainly persuasive in her uncanny abilities to find a great deal. I think when all comes out in the wash, we may not be staying at anything I've even considered yet!! :lmao:

I like your line of thought though; it seems well thought out.

I'm voting for #2 - CSR. Not quite sure why I picked it over POR, just a gut instinct. POP was a distant 3rd.

You still get one more choice, and here it comes...

All7OfUs

09-10-2009, 01:14 AM

As we open the final door, Contestants, gaze upon the magnificent beauty of a lush tropical paradise just minutes away from the world famous Magic Kingdom!!!

Feast your eyes on...

The Polynesian Resort

Set on the lovely 7 Seas Lagoon, The Poly, as we affectionately call this home away from home, holds spacious guest rooms equipped with every luxury a vacationer would ever want- from coffee makers to refrigerators! Each room is highly decorated in a polynesian theme with carved wood furniture.
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Step outside of your room and be immediately immersed into tropical garden settings complete with an island vocano themed pool and soft Tahitian or Hawaiian music played softly throughout the winding paths.
After your comfortable night's sleep, head on over to the Magic Kingdom or EPCOT by MONORAIL- one of the incredible perks afforded at the Poly! Both DHS and Animal Kingdom can be accessed by the Poly's ample and convenient bus system. Need a soak in a hot tub after a day at the parks? The Poly provides this opportunity as well!

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Everyone loves a luau!! Make sure to hit O'hana when you're hungry. It's the family-style eating establishement known for its signature dishes of skewered roasted meats. MMMmmm, mmmm! And who doesn't love Tonga Toast?? You can get this tasty dish just steps away from your room at The Kona Cafe.

This resort also has a ton of extra little touches that make it unique among the resorts at WDW. The regular tiki lighting ceremonies, hula dancing lessons, a beach on the lake to watch Wishes from, and a marina from which to rent watercraft, from are all available.

So, Contestants... this is your final door. Now, it is time to cast your super-secret vote. (PM me for your final say) But, first, tell us all why you would or wouldn't think the TC3 would choose or not choose this lovely resort for their upcoming Ladies Extravaganza.

Ummm.... did I mention they have these??!!

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Alas, I cannot take credit for these wonderful photos! Credit must be duly given to SeaSpray who posts on the resorts board.

that's nice

09-10-2009, 08:29 AM

Sandy321

09-10-2009, 08:39 AM

All7OfUs

09-10-2009, 08:52 AM

Thanks for blind siding us!!!!! THE POLY???? RU SERIOUS?????

Well this really throws a wrench into my thinking. I want to stay at the Poly sooo bad someday. Who doesn't want to stay at a deluxe??? Your on the monorail, can do back early to the resort and still watch Wishes from the beach, very easy to split up staying here.. you can meet back up very fast, quick monorail ride from the GF for your pampering... WOW. I wasn't expecting this.

HUMMMM are we voting on where you book or where you ACTUALLY stay?:lmao:

Yes, we are very serious. Are you accusing me of pulling a fast one on ya'all (or however, Mary would spell that? :confused3). :lmao:

I've wanted to stay here since my first visit in Jan., 2001. It screams ME!

As for your voting... go with where you think maroo booked us on Monday. Yes, we've been booked for a couple of days, but I'm having so much fun that I think I'll give it a day to see where folks end up choosing.

POLY - POLY - POLY :cool1:

No contest!! :love:

(for about $100 a night!! :worship:)

What a dream that stay was!! I cant begin to tell you how gorgeous, how relaxing, how close to everything!!

I :love: Disney!

$100!!?? That is unbelievable! Like in the realm of "this healthcare issue is going to be solved this year" unbelievable!!

In fact, it's almost as unbelievable as how long we've been without water this time!!! 2 days in fact; I'm grumpy and stinky!!! Can you imagine how I long for a stay at the Poly?? or any of those resorts right now???

So, what's your official guesses???

StefaniLyn

09-10-2009, 08:59 AM

I vote that the reservations will originally be made for POP:thumbsup2, and shortly thereafter magically upgraded to POR:), soon after which Maroo will finnagle her way into CSR :cool2:(probably just by waving her magic upgrade wand), only to be followed by some pixie dust in the form a PIN code, and the end result being POLY:dance3:!

Trick question . . . . the answer is all of the above! (or, at least that's MY guess!)

POLY is great and your pictures make me want to dig up some of MY pictures from our vacation in Jan 2007 when we stayed in the Princess Suite in Tonga house courtesy of GPa the Fairy Grandfather. But since I cannot for the life of me remember where I put that disc, there is a link in my siggy. It is AMAZING, transportation is always a breeze. The accommodations are considered deluxe for a reason. You all would LOVE it!

that's nice

09-10-2009, 09:03 AM

POLY - POLY - POLY :cool1:

No contest!! :love:

Our first trip with dd - I hadnt heard of AKL so I kept calling (didnt discover the Dis!) about how much to do this, or maybe we should just stay here... The Dolphin, dd would love that... oh not really Disney, ok how about .... then the CM on the phone clicked and clacked until.... she got us into the POLYNESIAN!! (for about $100 a night!! :worship:)

What a dream that stay was!! I cant begin to tell you how gorgeous, how relaxing, how close to everything!!

I :love: Disney!

You must of really had some Pixie Dust that day. $100 a night? I would of stayed there for 2 weeks at that price!!! That is so awesome!!!:goodvibes

Yes, we are very serious. Are you accusing me of pulling a fast one on ya'all (or however, Mary would spell that? :confused3). :lmao:

I've wanted to stay here since my first visit in Jan., 2001. It screams ME!

As for your voting... go with where you think maroo booked us on Monday. Yes, we've been booked for a couple of days, but I'm having so much fun that I think I'll give it a day to see where folks end up choosing.

In fact, it's almost as unbelievable as how long we've been without water this time!!! 2 days in fact; I'm grumpy and stinky!!! Can you imagine how I long for a stay at the Poly?? or any of those resorts right now???

So, what's your official guesses???

I'm sorry to hear you have no water.:sad2: Is is gonna rain anytime soon? :rotfl: (sorry:rolleyes1)

So you have been booked since Monday and it is now Thursday. Are you trying to kill us? Or are you taking out your 'water situation' on all of us????:lmao:

I will think these 4 great choices over and PM you later. I hope you share everyones PM's....... I guess that would not make them PM's anymore:confused3 That would turn them into Public Messages.:rolleyes1

All7OfUs

09-10-2009, 09:07 AM

You must of really had some Pixie Dust that day. $100 a night? I would of stayed there for 2 weeks at that price!!! That is so awesome!!!:goodvibes

I'm sorry to hear you have no water.:sad2: Is is gonna rain anytime soon? :rotfl: (sorry:rolleyes1)

So you have been booked since Monday and it is now Thursday. Are you trying to kill us? Or are you taking out your 'water situation' on all of us????:lmao:

I will think these 4 great choices over and PM you later. I hope you share everyones PM's....... I guess that would not make them PM's anymore:confused3 That would turn them into Public Messages.:rolleyes1

NO, not taking out my crappy water situation on all of you, but I do have to give everyone a fair chance at the fabulous prize package, right? I should let some folks get home from work? BTW, where are you?? :rolleyes1

I certainly will let everyone know who guessed what. It will be a hoot, I'm sure. Yeah, PM, can have 2 meanings in this case. :lmao:

that's nice

09-10-2009, 09:10 AM

NO, not taking out my crappy water situation on all of you, but I do have to give everyone a fair chance at the fabulous prize package, right? I should let some folks get home from work? BTW, where are you??

I certainly will let everyone know who guessed what. It will be a hoot, I'm sure. Yeah, PM, can have 2 meanings in this case. :lmao:

I guess you should wait for other contestants.. that would be the nice thing to do.;) I'm on the East Coast in the Constitution State!!!! Connecticut.. it's 9am here. Juliana and I are watching a little TV. We are about to shut it down and get our day moving!!!

All7OfUs

09-10-2009, 09:16 AM

yeah, that would be the nice thing to do. You guys on the East Coast sure have an advantage over the West Coasters, in some ways.

So, get to work, Dad! Funny, it's dinner time here; time to feed the troops; fried chicken, mashed potatoes, gravy and spinach (homegrown! MMM!)

tinkgurl

09-10-2009, 09:19 AM

Well, you know I LOVE the Poly! :love:

jenb1023

09-10-2009, 09:56 AM

Wow!!! The Poly! I would love to stay there some day!!! But those prices - yowzers! The Poly does seem like the perfect fit for this trip however.

I agree with some of the others. . . I think where Maroo booked on Monday is not necessarily going to be the place you end up staying.

I know I am supposed to PM but I need to get back to work so here goes. . .

I think Maroo booked POR but you will end up in a DVC studio or suite or a deluxe like the Poly.

shannn

09-10-2009, 11:40 AM

I'm staying at the POLY in 34 days!!!! I can't wait!

I don't know which to pick. I'd love to say the Poly, but I'm thinking your budget has to stretch for some amazing eating too.

Hmmmmm :confused3

maroo

09-10-2009, 04:19 PM

My gosh! I have a lot to catch up on!

Here I am ....

OK, I now officially have one more thing I can cook up for us ladies to do on our trip! Gosh, this IS going to be very, very fun. But I think, I may make ours WDW-wide, not just resort specific.

Hey, guess what??! I just talked to maroo. She was just getting off Test Track!! She says there are NO lines anywhere; she's done Soarin' twice, M:S, Test Track, met up with TinyTreasures, and was having a blast.

I. Am. So. Jealous!

No joke! There were NOOOOOOO lines!

The CM's said things like.... "It is crazy slow!" And "Scary slow" and "I have never seen it this slow".....

at 11:00 in the morning....10 (TEN) minute wait on Soarin'! Seriously!

I am 99% sure that you ladies are N O T staying at POP. While it does look fun and we are staying there in less than 28 days:woohoo:, I have my reasons why you will not be staying there. I don't know if I am supposed to write them here or if my reasons would sway the other contestants. PLUS I want to win the grand prize!!!!!:lmao:

:rotfl:

AH YES!!!!!!!! The one year dance.

In that case, this calls for a little celebration.

And when I celebrate, I can pretty much think of one thing that makes me so unbelievably happy, so absolutely giddy, so desirous of something just completely...

rum-soaked...

heh heh...

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Enjoy, ladies.

And...for the gents...I apologize. Please disregard the copious amounts of drool caused by the previous photo. Perhaps even block the screen from your wives.

Or maybe not, the results could be...

desirable. :lmao:

pirate:

:love:

brookelizabeth is down there and twittering the same thing about the lines...or lack of them!

::yes::

Pop Century is a good option! We surprisingly liked it on our last trip after two deluxes (WL & AKL). If trying to save a little money but still enjoying theming and lots of fun, then Pop is the way to go. I don't think you will be staying there if miss upgrade queen has anything to say about it. DD and I will be back at Pop for our trip in several weeks.

Mary said she rode Soarin three times so I hope the lack of crowds will still be in effect when we get there! Jordan (DD) and I aren't used to short trips so we have a lot to fit in!

I think I ended up doing it 5 times on this trip!!!! (Soarin'!)

I certainly did tell her howdy from all of you here. Knowing maroo, she's probably thinking of you all, wondering if you'd like this or that, and how much fun it'd be if you were there with her, etc... I do know she's having a great time! She met up with tinytreasures and her DH and was having a lot of fun! Later they were going to meet up with starnightstarsky at Sunshine Seasons for lunch!!

Yep! :) I had a gret time meeting up with tinytreasures and starnightstarsky at Sunshine Seasons!

Now, onto brain fart moments... Remember that discussion we had earlier about children and their pilfering of gray matter? It's true, I tell you!! That's my story and I'm stickin' to it!

Uh...I thought we established that there would be no farting!

NOW,
This month, and I might add that by some of your very appropriate comments yesterday, this fits perfectly, we will be Sergeants First Class!!!! See?? It's perfect!! We are not just classy, we are first classy! But did you know that that rank is still only enlisted?? It is not even a commission officer's ranking! Next month, I'm going to insist that we are commissioned, because we want better bennies and pay!!!

Hmm.......First Class!

I like it!

4. Maroo, the QUEENprincess: of upgrades, would never let staying at POP happen. Yes you might initially book POP, there is NO, I repeat, NO way you are staying there. :sad2:

Well.......

You know...I have always wanted to stay there...and I did get UPGRADED from there this September....That's all I am sayin....:rolleyes1

Interesting thoughts there, my friend. We will certainly have to see what our maroo influenced future holds...

I just talked with her for about an hour and a half on the phone. She has had THE most amazing day EVER, and I do mean EVER!!!!! I myself, cannot wait to see and read her trip report!!

This could be dangerous! And so will your phone bill?!?!?!?!?! I can't believe we did not use SKYPE for that call?!? :eek:

since I'm talking to myself in Maroo's trip report - thought I'd join you over here (thanks for sending me the invite! :thumbsup2) and the next time you talk to her - I'm following her adventures too!! :thumbsup2:thumbsup2:thumbsup2

IF you are going for an upgrade - then you will be wise to book Pop and hope you get upgrade to the 1 bedroom - ;)

I have loved following the tweets and twit pics - it is an AMAZING journey - and i cant wait to read more than the 140 characters!!

Maroo's report got moved over to Trip Report - its no longer a "pre trip" report!

I need to start a pre trip report! :wizard: except I'm boring!! :rotfl2:

I am so sorry you were talking to yourself over there! I did not really get on much...but more of that over there! ;)

maroo

09-10-2009, 04:32 PM

Is this a "KLEENEX" warning??

Good tears...only good tears!

I still think you will eventually end up in a DVC or deluxe resort room before all is said and done (even if you don't start with ressies at one). However, to me, I think Port Orleans is more likely for you guys than CSR. I don't know why - just a gut instinct.

If you haven't subscribed to Maroo's new TR (see previous hijack), make sure you do - it will be great! (and Sandy I would probably have the tissues ready like Liesa said the Wish kid stories seem to always have at least one tissue moment).

DVC?!?!?!?!

Gosh...you think I have it BAD! :scared1:

Hmmm... now this is not very good news for anyone who wants to stay there. I've read both good and bad reports on the busses, so it sounds like either a good or a bad experience. Maroo's not sure if she's driving or flying, wherever we end up being... :rolleyes1 we may end up with busses (or boats, or monorail).

Uh...I will go ahead and announce it here............

drumroll please.......

I am FLYING!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Seriously...Liesa does not know that...I just told her! :laughing:

It's funny that you are all saying that. Maroo is certainly persuasive in her uncanny abilities to find a great deal. I think when all comes out in the wash, we may not be staying at anything I've even considered yet!! :lmao:

Who....me??? :blush:

Thanks for blind siding us!!!!! THE POLY???? RU SERIOUS?????

Well this really throws a wrench into my thinking. I want to stay at the Poly sooo bad someday. Who doesn't want to stay at a deluxe??? Your on the monorail, can do back early to the resort and still watch Wishes from the beach, very easy to split up staying here.. you can meet back up very fast, quick monorail ride from the GF for your pampering... WOW. I wasn't expecting this.

HUMMMM are we voting on where you book or where you ACTUALLY stay?:lmao:

:rotfl: :rotfl:

That is a GREAT question! I would not resort hop, would I?!?!?!?

Yes, we are very serious. Are you accusing me of pulling a fast one on ya'all (or however, Mary would spell that? :confused3). :lmao:

Are you makin' fun of my Mississippi accent??? It is y'all!! :sad2: :thumbsup2

I've wanted to stay here since my first visit in Jan., 2001. It screams ME!

As for your voting... go with where you think maroo booked us on Monday. Yes, we've been booked for a couple of days, but I'm having so much fun that I think I'll give it a day to see where folks end up choosing.

Yeah....vote for what you think we BOOKED...and later we can vote on where we will end up STAYING!

:rotfl2: :lmao::rotfl:

$100!!?? That is unbelievable! Like in the realm of "this healthcare issue is going to be solved this year" unbelievable!!
:lmao:

In fact, it's almost as unbelievable as how long we've been without water this time!!! 2 days in fact; I'm grumpy and stinky!!! Can you imagine how I long for a stay at the Poly?? or any of those resorts right now???

So, what's your official guesses???

NO, not taking out my crappy water situation on all of you, but I do have to give everyone a fair chance at the fabulous prize package, right? I should let some folks get home from work? BTW, where are you?? :rolleyes1

I certainly will let everyone know who guessed what. It will be a hoot, I'm sure. Yeah, PM, can have 2 meanings in this case. :lmao:

You will share them all, right????????

Sandy321

09-10-2009, 05:55 PM

Yes, we are very serious. Are you accusing me of pulling a fast one on ya'all (or however, Mary would spell that? :confused3). :lmao:

I've wanted to stay here since my first visit in Jan., 2001. It screams ME!

As for your voting... go with where you think maroo booked us on Monday. Yes, we've been booked for a couple of days, but I'm having so much fun that I think I'll give it a day to see where folks end up choosing.

$100!!?? That is unbelievable! Like in the realm of "this healthcare issue is going to be solved this year" unbelievable!!

In fact, it's almost as unbelievable as how long we've been without water this time!!! 2 days in fact; I'm grumpy and stinky!!! Can you imagine how I long for a stay at the Poly?? or any of those resorts right now???

So, what's your official guesses???

my inner Texan speaks up - plural of y'all = all y'all :thumbsup2

The thing about getting the Polynesian for $100 a night - I didnt even realize it!! Sad that!! Seriously - I called the number 6 or 7 times daily - I had only so much money to spend - and I figured it was this trip - who'd ever go back to disney? :rolleyes1

It was before the whole magic your way ticket stuff - you used to get the tickets included in your hotel package (unless you did room only) So basically I subtracted the 3 tickets from our package and divided by 6 nights - dh calls it my Disney math! :rotfl2: It was before the Dining plan - we bought dining vouchers online - it was a wonderful trip!

Aaack no water! :scared1: Can you buy gallons of bottled water? I'm thirsty just thinking about it!!

Maroo's back :cool1:
(now I have to go find her trip report! :surfweb:)

All7OfUs

09-11-2009, 03:52 AM

Just a friendly reminder that you have just a little time left to submit your choice for the TC3 Week of Freedom Hideaway. The fabulous prize package of either a smooth and creamy Dole Whip or a whimsical, chocoloate covered Mickey Bar awaits the lucky winners of our game!!!

PM your guess by 10:00 this morning for a chance at winning, and having your name forever immortalized right here on:

THE RESORT IS RIGHT!!

:rolleyes1Dah, dah du, dah doo. La, dah, dee-dah, doo....:rolleyes1

maroo

09-11-2009, 08:08 AM

Um....

I just want to point out that you did not exclude me in the fine print....

So...if I guess...can I get a Mickey Bar? Only if I am right, of course! :rolleyes1

All7OfUs

09-11-2009, 08:12 AM

NO! You, my friend, have to guess exactly WHERE we will END up staying. :lmao:

maroo

09-11-2009, 08:37 AM

NO! You, my friend, have to guess exactly WHERE we will END up staying. :lmao:

:rotfl::lmao::rotfl2:

All7OfUs

09-11-2009, 11:03 AM

FLYING!? We're you just slipping that in on the sly, there??

I think a repeat of this last trip's arrival cannot happen again!! I simply will not allow it (we're watching Sense and Sensibilities, so I must stay in character).

Get an earlier flight, woman!!

WDW fleet of busses, monorails, boats, ferries, trolleys, carriages and all other exciting modes of transportation---- HERE WE COME!!!

that's nice

09-11-2009, 11:05 AM

popcorn:: This is good popcorn popcorn::

Can I share some with anyone out there?????:rolleyes1

that's nice

09-11-2009, 11:07 AM

LOL... your back! Now I gotta go!:lmao:

Sandy321

09-11-2009, 12:38 PM

popcorn:: mmm popcorn

All7OfUs

09-11-2009, 12:53 PM

MRYPPNS

09-11-2009, 12:59 PM

Who will be sleeping in the trundle bed? Or will you be drawing straws every night for it???? :lmao:

that's nice

09-11-2009, 01:03 PM

All7OfUs

09-11-2009, 01:16 PM

The reason I split this up tonight is my internet. Geez, if it's not my water or electricty, it's my internet connection!! I had typed all of this up for about an hour, then lost it ALL! I figured I'd post some and not risk losing it all again.

Okay, indulge me for a few moments while explain our thinking on this most delicate of matters- where to rest our tired tooshies for each night's retreat.

Way back in Dec. when this hair brained idea (oh, wait, I forgot, I have no brain left) was birthed, our 3rd soldier was not maroo. She was a good friend of mine named Julie who has since backed out, but before she had to do that had made it through the process of choosing where to go. I, being the only one at that time who had been to WDW presented each of the exact same resorts I showed you, in the same order mind you, to LeeAnn and Julie. Each of us gave our opinions as to why we liked each one and why not. After MUCH debate and deliberation we collectively decided on POR. By the time maroo signed on this resort had really grown on us.

None of like the theming at POP, deeming it too fanciful (I won't say childish, but just not what we were after for a ladies trip) for our tastes. We quickly threw out the deluxes thinking, ok, KNOWING, they were just too far out of our price range. It came down to the 2 mods. You need to know that LeeAnn and I West Coast gals. We are surrounded by Spanish/Southwest culture everyday, so we weren't too excited about more of that. Are there, do that. That left POR.

It's smaller than CBR (I did entertain that idea too, briefly), and has the boat to DTD which I"m really excited about! I know, I know, we said we weren't too much into shopping, but I really love DTD. Without telling you exactly where yet, I can't wait to eat there. I also have a small list of souvies that I want to get for the kids. And of course, the specialty shops like Basin (thanks, TK!), the Christmas shop, Arribas Bros., etc... are a lot of fun! That one excursion to DTD will most likely be the only shopping we do on this trip, so we aren't completely throwing ALL shopping out the window, just not focusing on it.

The queen bed issue? NOT! We had always planned on getting a roll away; maroo and I get to fight over that.

The one downside, which is maybe pretty sizable, is that Mary is a Suthin' gal and lives in the swamp. OK, not really, but darn close to it. I don't think she's too excited about this resort. And from her past behavior, we all have yet to see what pans out in the end. But for now, this is what we're going with.

All7OfUs

09-11-2009, 01:20 PM

I've actually jumped on here a quite a few times to see if I was right... RATS!!! :sad2:I'm a loser.:sad1: I should have known better. I feel like I messed this up BIG time... POR fits you guys to a 'T'. :guilty:I guess I can take solace knowing that there is only a 40% chance of you guys 'actually' staying there. :idea: Now I have to bring Juliana to get a hair cut and be mad at myself for the rest of the day! I'll check back later.:upsidedow

NO, read the next post. I've been having problems with the net tonight, and in my original, very much lost, much longer post, much more dramatic and well written announcement (I am pissed it's gone, can you tell?) I had mentioned that out of the goodness of my little ol' heart, you should get a prize too for putting your very heart and soul into our game. In fact, I think that if you bring Mel and Juliana I'll be buying you all Mickey bars!!!

tinkgurl

09-11-2009, 01:24 PM

Aw man! I lost. :laughing:

Sounds like you're gonna have a blast!

All7OfUs

09-11-2009, 01:37 PM

Who will be sleeping in the trundle bed? Or will you be drawing straws every night for it???? :lmao:

Don't those only come in the alligator section?? I think we'll go with the roll away.:rotfl:

Aw man! I lost. :laughing:

Sounds like you're gonna have a blast!

There are no losers here, tinkgurl!!! Not, ever! If you make it next year, you'll be enjoying a Dole Whip right alongside of me!! That's a promise! :thumbsup2

maroo

09-11-2009, 01:44 PM

The queen bed issue? NOT! We had always planned on getting a roll away; maroo and I get to fight over that.

The one downside, which is maybe pretty sizable, is that Mary is a Suthin' gal and lives in the swamp. OK, not really, but darn close to it. I don't think she's too excited about this resort. And from her past behavior, we all have yet to see what pans out in the end. But for now, this is what we're going with.

This Suthin' chick has the swine flu!

Seriously.

I feel like...... words that can't be used on the DIS. :sad2:

I am actually ok with POR. And part of me wants to upgrade...but other part of me thinks...

We won't really be in the room that much anyway.

And there are several things I would like to do on this trip....most we have not really talked about. But it would be cool to add some extra stuff, since the park hours are so short during September...

So, I am totally cool with POR!

But...it has occurred to me that I may have reserved the wrong dates??? I gotta go check on that.

maroo

09-11-2009, 01:46 PM

The TC3 has chosen PORT ORLEANS RIVERSIDE FOR SEPT. 5-14, 2010!!!!

Tim, I know you're watching for this, STOP! I'm continuing in the next post!!

These.....aren't the right dates?

Right? Is it the cold medicine???

All7OfUs

09-11-2009, 01:47 PM

NO!! It's me who just got them el-wrongo!! Going to change now. I'm blaming it on my brain sucking arm flab.

maroo

09-11-2009, 01:50 PM

NO!! It's me who just got them el-wrongo!! Going to change now. I'm blaming it on my brain sucking arm flab.

Now your arm flab is sucking out your brain??

:lmao:

All7OfUs

09-11-2009, 01:53 PM

I'm on the top of the world, looking down on creation, it's the only explanation I can find....:rolleyes1

MKBekka

09-11-2009, 02:27 PM

JPFamilyMom, Jenb, you two need to play a joke on Mom and actually go get the dolewhip! (she did say if you are there that she would buy!) ;)

Sandy321

09-11-2009, 03:35 PM

that's nice

09-11-2009, 03:37 PM

Way back in Dec. when this hair brained idea (oh, wait, I forgot, I have no brain left) was birthed, our 3rd soldier was not maroo. She was a good friend of mine named Julie who has since backed out, but before she had to do that had made it through the process of choosing where to go. I, being the only one at that time who had been to WDW presented each of the exact same resorts I showed you, in the same order mind you, to LeeAnn and Julie. Each of us gave our opinions as to why we liked each one and why not. After MUCH debate and deliberation we collectively decided on POR. By the time maroo signed on this resort had really grown on us.pans out in the end. But for now, this is what we're going with.
I can't remember if this info was known at the beginning of this PTR????? HUMMMM:rolleyes1

The one downside, which is maybe pretty sizable, is that Mary is a Suthin' gal and lives in the swamp. OK, not really, but darn close to it. I don't think she's too excited about this resort. And from her past behavior, we all have yet to see what pans out in the end. But for now, this is what we're going with.
This is the reason why Maroo will be working some magic and getting those upgrades! Who knows with her skillz.. You might be staying at the Poly and getting paid to do it! LOL:lmao:

Now your arm flab is sucking out your brain??

:lmao:

I'm not touching this one! :rotfl::rotfl2:

All7OfUs

09-11-2009, 04:39 PM

:cool1:

I didnt actually commit to a guess!! :sad2: I thought POR - (I posted pictures!) but I figure if you can get a deal Poly will be it!! :wizard:

The Mansion section is further away from the food court than the Bayou - the Bayou has the trundle beds - the pictues I posted was from our stay at a Mansion - I liked the mansion section!! I have no idea where you are going to put a rollaway bed tho!!

It is a bit far to walk over to POFQ for the beniets!! I know I got fed up with the standing room busses that we walked over to POFQ (the first stop in the bus run) well that wasnt worth it - its a lot longer then it looked in the pictures!! :rotfl2:

Maroo feel better! prayers

By golly, you sho nuff did!!! I decla-uh you the 3rd winner (done in my best Scarlett O'Hara voice over, which stinks like the sewer leaking into my brand new water pipes they are laying outside my house)!!

Beignets?? Divine, I tell you! I made some about a year ago, but not since. They aren't so hard, and so worth it! I wonder if we'll hop off the boat for a few while we're there??

As of now, we're going with the mansions. You know more elegant, and all that. So, you think the room is too small for a roll away?? Hmmm... well, I don't mind sharing- I"m sure I'll be so tired from our forays into yonder places that I won't even notice a second person nearby. :snooty:

I can't remember if this info was known at the beginning of this PTR????? HUMMMM:rolleyes1

This is the reason why Maroo will be working some magic and getting those upgrades! Who knows with her skillz.. You might be staying at the Poly and getting paid to do it! LOL:lmao:

I'm not touching this one! :rotfl::rotfl2:

1. No, I'm afraid it wasn't! Too bad, so sad, my man. J/K! But, we couldn't spill all the beans in one burrito, right.

2. Yeah, I figure she's already started, and isn't fessing up. As long as it isn't anywhere over in the Contemp Area. That just plain old looks like downtown LA to me. Sorry Zzub! It just ain't me.

3. Good man!

KathyRN137

09-11-2009, 05:24 PM

Congrats to the winners!

Well, I think everyone's a winner if you're staying at POR! :thumbsup2

Now the only question is ... Mansions or the Bayou??

Kathy

JPFamilyMom

09-11-2009, 05:24 PM

:cheer2::cheer2:For me, wow I can't believe I guessed right, well I mean I can, cause I was thinking which of those I would want to stay in being a female and away from my children with two other adult females. That is the one to be at when you don't want to spend all your money on a resort ;):woohoo::woohoo:

So about that Dole Whip :rolleyes1 :lmao: I think that will be too soon for me to return after being there in June, does that fall into free dining for ya'll?

Sandy321

09-11-2009, 07:05 PM

Biegnets - spellun is not so goog! You may want to go to the restaruant (spellun 'gain) board and search for some pics!!

but I think the least y'all can do is twitpic a DoleWhip!! ;)

Hope you get water soon!! (the sewer is leaking in the water?? :scared1: Yikes! )
:thumbsup2 I'm all about the Mansions!! I'll have to search for a couple more pictures!! Definately take that boat trip - hope you have some :wizard: with timing of them busses!! :wizard:

Love the Mansions - I did post a pic or two of the room!! there is some space between the door and the first bed - you never know until you ask!! I know there have been posts on people bringing the blow up twin air mattresses (I think the air mattresses are quite comfy! The one from Walmart has a nice sack it comes in! Probably a lot cheaper than a roll away - and maybe more comfy!)

and the mansions have a fridge!! :thumbsup2

All7OfUs

09-11-2009, 11:24 PM

Congrats to the winners!

Well, I think everyone's a winner if you're staying at POR! :thumbsup2

Now the only question is ... Mansions or the Bayou??

Kathy

Awww, you're so sweet! I know I feel like a winner- which is so much better than a whiner, which is what origianally typed. Is there such a thing as a Freudian finger slip on the keyboard?

We're going with the mansions. They look so elegant and plush. I know they are a little further away (at least most) from the action, but that's okay, that'll be more quiet.

:cheer2::cheer2:For me, wow I can't believe I guessed right, well I mean I can, cause I was thinking which of those I would want to stay in being a female and away from my children with two other adult females. That is the one to be at when you don't want to spend all your money on a resort ;):woohoo::woohoo:

So about that Dole Whip :rolleyes1 :lmao: I think that will be too soon for me to return after being there in June, does that fall into free dining for ya'll?

I"m sorry!! Really, I am. I think it would been a lot of fun meeting and hanging out with you; I mean what are the chances of meeting someone who actually lived in Hemet and has gone to MSJCC? Keep thinking on it.

Yes, as a matter of fact, maroo did book FD for us. That did help on the cost for sure. Which means I have more to spend on other more fun things like, boy I don't even know... I'll have to think of some really girlie, treat myself things to do/get. Of course, I have a couple ideas already, but more on those later...

Biegnets - spellun is not so goog! You may want to go to the restaruant (spellun 'gain) board and search for some pics!!

but I think the least y'all can do is twitpic a DoleWhip!! ;)

Hope you get water soon!! (the sewer is leaking in the water?? :scared1: Yikes! )
:thumbsup2 I'm all about the Mansions!! I'll have to search for a couple more pictures!! Definately take that boat trip - hope you have some :wizard: with timing of them busses!! :wizard:

I've see the pix of the beignets, and they do look heavenly. Maybe if the manna had looked that good, the Israelites wouldn't have complained- then again, they probably would have, just like me. ;)

I'm sure maroo can arrange a twitpic of a Dole whip for you.

Amen, on the water. It did come on , but they are still digging in the street, so I don't hold out much hope that it will be on for good today.

yeah, I hope that we do have good luck with the busses- esp. since maroo decided to FLY!!! You did all see that right??!!!

maroo

09-11-2009, 11:37 PM

Yes, as a matter of fact, maroo did book FD for us. That did help on the cost for sure.

I'm sure maroo can arrange a twitpic of a Dole whip for you.

Amen, on the water. It did come on , but they are still digging in the street, so I don't hold out much hope that it will be on for good today.

yeah, I hope that we do have good luck with the busses- esp. since maroo decided to FLY!!! You did all see that right??!!!

Yeah...FREE DINING people! That is important to note!!

Oh yeah! If you order a Dole Whip and you guys want a picture, I can send one lickity split! Although, it does change trip reporting, some....if that makes sense. It feels like you already reported when you tell the world about your trip as you go...I like it...but am trying to decide how it will affect my TR that I write on the DIS......(you guys don't need to know all of that, now, do you?)

Flying - YES! I am excited about that!

But I am not ruling out renting a car. In fact...I would imagine at some point that I am going to need to go to Give Kids the World to meet a wish family or something (I just have to go there at some point on my trip, right!) and that trip is definitely easier with a car.

But I would not rent a car every day...probably just on the days that we have stuff to do that would be much easier with a car. Going from Resort to Resort is not as easy on the bus system.

All7OfUs

09-11-2009, 11:47 PM

Yeah...FREE DINING people! That is important to note!!

but am trying to decide how it will affect my TR that I write on the DIS......

Flying - YES! I am excited about that!

But I am not ruling out renting a car.

Yeah, I can't believe I left that part out. But coming up in the future there will be a lot more talk on this subject, I'm sure.

I had thought of that too. Do you really want everyone knowing what you did already before you even get back?? I love surprises!

As you should be!! Home in just a few short hours- and none of this driving forever and ever!

Me neither, but that decision will have to wait.

that's nice

09-12-2009, 12:09 AM

But I am not ruling out renting a car. In fact...I would imagine at some point that I am going to need to go to Give Kids the World to meet a wish family or something (I just have to go there at some point on my trip, right!) and that trip is definitely easier with a car.

But I would not rent a car every day...probably just on the days that we have stuff to do that would be much easier with a car. Going from Resort to Resort is not as easy on the bus system.

Me neither, but that decision will have to wait.

Who's to say what is going to be happening with the economy next year but I've been watching the prices on rentals. I'm still waiting to pull the trigger on ours but I've seen full size weekly rates from Alamo around $160. Thats not too bad. Even if you had the car for a couple days, that shouldn't break the bank.;) I used priceline in March and had our rental for 9 days for around $170ish... pretty good(i think:confused3)

All7OfUs

09-12-2009, 12:22 AM

Who's to say what is going to be happening with the economy next year but I've been watching the prices on rentals. I'm still waiting to pull the trigger on ours but I've seen full size weekly rates from Alamo around $160. Thats not too bad. Even if you had the car for a couple days, that shouldn't break the bank.;) I used priceline in March and had our rental for 9 days for around $170ish... pretty good(i think:confused3)

I think it's something we should seriously consider given that being at rope drop is fairly important to all of us. We also have some plans that do include hopping from resort to resort, and that, like maroo has said, can be a big pain in the patootie.

We'll have to see what prices do, and if other things become more enticing than speedy wheels.

Sandy321

09-12-2009, 12:37 AM

The transportation board is helpful with codes for cars - swan and dolphin - Car care center, and some DTD locations for alamo etc for renting a car - but know renting one day can be almost as much as a week!!

Hope water stays connected longer than a few hours!!

the busses for rope drop - the trick is to get to the bus stop bright and early! ;)

Maroo I did enjoy the tweets and twitpics - but such a short description of an amazing story - details... details - the TR is for details!! :wizard:

maroo

09-12-2009, 01:19 AM

I am going to get this out there now...while I still remember it.

I know each resort is different...But here are my observations re: bus service.

I had no problems making it to rope drop each morning. There was one day I waited over 20 minutes for a bus. 7 buses came, just none for Epcot, which is where I was headed.

I was at OKW - which I understand was not full. But I never had to stand on a bus. Ever. Going or coming from OKW.

The only "issues" I had with the buses were when I was coming from AKL to MK after dinner one evening - for EMH and it was crazy busy at the MK (very full bus and waited over 40 minutes for it). Also, from Boardwalk Inn to MK - the bus was also very full. I didn't wait real long, but lots of people were already there when I got there...

So...I think my observations are this: If you go in the morning, you are more likely to have good, empty buses...much like the parks. But, if you try to get back to the park in the evening, it is more difficult. I would imagine they don't have as many buses running.

I had no trouble getting home from any of the parks.

I know that this is all during a VERY slow time at Disney - but we are going the same time next year...so I think these observations will transfer nicely.

We took a car to DHS one morning and had no issues getting to and from DHS either. And the car was helpful in getting to Beaches-n-Cream one day, as that would have been a little difficult from OKW.

jenb1023

09-12-2009, 07:58 AM

The moment has finally come to reveal the winners of our little game!! Stop bouncing on your sofas! I know this is exciting, but seriously, calm down!

Let me first list out the guesses I've received over the course of the day/night. You will be entertained at the very least.

Jenb1023- Jen casts her vote for the POR, but she was in a hurry to get to work, so didn't PM me. Should I DQ her for not following the rules?? :rolleyes1

Okay........................ drum roll please..........The winners are...........

JPFamilyMom and Jenb1023!!!

The TC3 has chosen PORT ORLEANS RIVERSIDE FOR SEPT. 4-13, 2010!!!!

Tim, I know you're watching for this, STOP! I'm continuing in the next post!!

Hey now! No DQing me because I was a co-winner! Woo-hoo! POR will be great (but I still think you may end up elsewhere)!

Way back in Dec. when this hair brained idea (oh, wait, I forgot, I have no brain left) was birthed, our 3rd soldier was not maroo. She was a good friend of mine named Julie who has since backed out, but before she had to do that had made it through the process of choosing where to go. I, being the only one at that time who had been to WDW presented each of the exact same resorts I showed you, in the same order mind you, to LeeAnn and Julie. Each of us gave our opinions as to why we liked each one and why not. After MUCH debate and deliberation we collectively decided on POR. By the time maroo signed on this resort had really grown on us.

I didn't realize Maroo wasn't part of the original group either.

This Suthin' chick has the swine flu!

Seriously.

I feel like...... words that can't be used on the DIS. :sad2:

I am actually ok with POR. And part of me wants to upgrade...but other part of me thinks...

We won't really be in the room that much anyway.

And there are several things I would like to do on this trip....most we have not really talked about. But it would be cool to add some extra stuff, since the park hours are so short during September...

So, I am totally cool with POR!

But...it has occurred to me that I may have reserved the wrong dates??? I gotta go check on that.

These.....aren't the right dates?

Right? Is it the cold medicine???

NO!! It's me who just got them el-wrongo!! Going to change now. I'm blaming it on my brain sucking arm flab.

Feel better Maroo! Wrong dates and brain sucking arm flab, oh my! Liesa I thought childbirth is what sucked your brains out!

JPFamilyMom, Jenb, you two need to play a joke on Mom and actually go get the dolewhip! (she did say if you are there that she would buy!) ;)

I would love to!

Yeah...FREE DINING people! That is important to note!!

Oh yeah! If you order a Dole Whip and you guys want a picture, I can send one lickity split! Although, it does change trip reporting, some....if that makes sense. It feels like you already reported when you tell the world about your trip as you go...I like it...but am trying to decide how it will affect my TR that I write on the DIS......(you guys don't need to know all of that, now, do you?)

Flying - YES! I am excited about that!

But I am not ruling out renting a car. In fact...I would imagine at some point that I am going to need to go to Give Kids the World to meet a wish family or something (I just have to go there at some point on my trip, right!) and that trip is definitely easier with a car.

But I would not rent a car every day...probably just on the days that we have stuff to do that would be much easier with a car. Going from Resort to Resort is not as easy on the bus system.

As someone who followed you one twitter and talked to you, I don't think tweeting ruined your TR. I am actually looking forward to both TRs to learn more details and to see more photos. I loved the tweets - I felt like I was in WDW! You will have to teach me how to do that.

It might be cheaper to just rent a car for the whole trip rather than a few days.

All7OfUs

09-12-2009, 09:01 AM

Feel better Maroo! Wrong dates and brain sucking arm flab, oh my! Liesa I thought childbirth is what sucked your brains out!

I would love to!

Well, how do you think I got my arm flab?? See, indirectly it all works together.

REALLY!!??

kimmylaj

09-12-2009, 09:52 AM

Sandy321

09-12-2009, 10:56 AM

Maroo :thumbsup2 ITA with you on the bus situation - I tried to make clear that our experience at POR was the FIRST year of Free Dining - and since then the Bus system has had upgrades.... (they are supposed to have some fancy schmancy computer system!)

Going to B&C is doable - coming back to a resort from there - you just have to cross over to DHS (by the boat) and get on your resort bus! :thumbsup2

You know that the ADR's are going back to 180 days right? (Its completely befuddling me - my adr day is Oct 9 - BUT a cm says there is a rumor it could begin SEPT 27! :faint: - - the other befuddler is online adr - we're renting points - - is it even possible?!)

Maroo how are you feeling?

All7OfUs

09-12-2009, 11:18 AM

i am so sad i missed the deadline for the resort is right. being a teacher and going back to work is not fun at all. no time to dis . ugh. any way i would have lost. so excited to hear all about your resort.

Hey Kim! Me too!! There were a bunch of regulars that were MIA!! But, since maroo had already booked on Monday, the pressure was on to shed some light finally! Glad you're back though to share in the fun! :goodvibes

Maroo :thumbsup2 ITA with you on the bus situation - I tried to make clear that our experience at POR was the FIRST year of Free Dining - and since then the Bus system has had upgrades.... (they are supposed to have some fancy schmancy computer system!)
You know that the ADR's are going back to 180 days right? (Its completely befuddling me - my adr day is Oct 9 - BUT a cm says there is a rumor it could begin SEPT 27! :faint: - - the other befuddler is online adr - we're renting points - - is it even possible?!)

Maroo how are you feeling?

I"m so glad to hear that maroo didn't seem to have any bus problems. That really gives me some hope that this won't be an issue. I told her to do some thorough recon for us, and I'm certain she did a great job. In fact, I'm hoping she'll post a couple of times here about the things she thought would be helpful for our trip next year. (maroo are you listening?? popcorn::)

Yes, we had definitely had heard about ADRs and Park Hours going back out to 180 days, of which we are very stoked. More on this issue later...

maroo

09-12-2009, 11:39 AM

Hey now! No DQing me because I was a co-winner! Woo-hoo! POR will be great (but I still think you may end up elsewhere)!

Well.... YOU did say something about DVC. Now I am on websites trying to see about buying into DVC. Dangerous stuff!

I didn't realize Maroo wasn't part of the original group either.

She actually posted in another TR that she lost her roommate and I believe I said something like, "Are you taking applications?" :rotfl: And she sent me a message that was titled, "As a matter of fact, I am!" And the fun ensued from there!

Feel better Maroo! Wrong dates and brain sucking arm flab, oh my! Liesa I thought childbirth is what sucked your brains out!

:rotfl:

As someone who followed you one twitter and talked to you, I don't think tweeting ruined your TR. I am actually looking forward to both TRs to learn more details and to see more photos. I loved the tweets - I felt like I was in WDW! You will have to teach me how to do that.

It is really easy....but I think you need a phone that takes pictures, has the ability to email them, and has internet access. I would be glad to show you how! :)

It might be cheaper to just rent a car for the whole trip rather than a few days.

We definitely need to check into that car situation.

Well, how do you think I got my arm flab?? See, indirectly it all works together.

REALLY!!??

:laughing:

i am so sad i missed the deadline for the resort is right. being a teacher and going back to work is not fun at all. no time to dis . ugh. any way i would have lost. so excited to hear all about your resort.

Awww!!! I am too! But you have a wonderful job affecting young minds!

Maroo :thumbsup2 ITA with you on the bus situation - I tried to make clear that our experience at POR was the FIRST year of Free Dining - and since then the Bus system has had upgrades.... (they are supposed to have some fancy schmancy computer system!)

Going to B&C is doable - coming back to a resort from there - you just have to cross over to DHS (by the boat) and get on your resort bus! :thumbsup2

You know that the ADR's are going back to 180 days right? (Its completely befuddling me - my adr day is Oct 9 - BUT a cm says there is a rumor it could begin SEPT 27! :faint: - - the other befuddler is online adr - we're renting points - - is it even possible?!)

Maroo how are you feeling?

You are renting points.......?????

Ok...you have to tell me how that works. You may save me from thinking I should BUY DVC! Help! :rotfl:

Hey Kim! Me too!! There were a bunch of regulars that were MIA!! But, since maroo had already booked on Monday, the pressure was on to shed some light finally! Glad you're back though to share in the fun! :goodvibes

I"m so glad to hear that maroo didn't seem to have any bus problems. That really gives me some hope that this won't be an issue. I told her to do some thorough recon for us, and I'm certain she did a great job. In fact, I'm hoping she'll post a couple of times here about the things she thought would be helpful for our trip next year. (maroo are you listening?? popcorn::)

Yes, we had definitely had heard about ADRs and Park Hours going back out to 180 days, of which we are very stoked. More on this issue later...

What else would you like to know, my friend? I can't remember what all I was checking on??

I should probably do some official updates on the things I have noted, I suppose....:confused3

Sandy321

09-12-2009, 11:43 AM

All7OfUs

09-12-2009, 11:44 AM

What else would you like to know, my friend? I can't remember what all I was checking on??

I should probably do some official updates on the things I have noted, I suppose....:confused3

Anything that would be relevant for touring in Sept. Dining observations, transport, attractions, hours, oh, just everything!

P.S. Like my new ticker? I"ve been wanting and waiting to put this baby on for a VERY long time!

Sandy321

09-12-2009, 04:05 PM

Anything that would be relevant for touring in Sept. Dining observations, transport, attractions, hours, oh, just everything!

P.S. Like my new ticker? I"ve been wanting and waiting to put this baby on for a VERY long time!

oh I am so jealous!! Week of Freedom!! AWESOME!! :thumbsup2

hmmm wonder if I can talk some internet strangers to do a trip in 11 months!

(and if anyone wants to know more about me - I am now doing a pre trip report - link is next to the '10 in my signature! TIA)

PSA for any and all resorts - watch out for snakes!! There is a thread on theme board about someone getting bit but not at POR... its Florida. there are snakes. and crocs. and birds that dive bomb food at MK.

We had an experience of a snake scare the second time we visited WDW with our 2 small children.There was a huge and I mean huge rattle snake sunning himself on the bridge that crosses over to POR from the Magnolia section.I must say that staff were very quick to act but still the thought of my child comming across a snake and not seeing it really drove the point home there are many places for them to hide. Our experience created the rule do not go off the sidewalk for anything unless an adult is there with you and if you see a snake you let someone know right then
http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=2280359

jenb1023

09-12-2009, 09:39 PM

Well, how do you think I got my arm flab?? See, indirectly it all works together.

REALLY!!??

:rotfl: You know I would love to come - I think we all would - but actually being able to do it is a whole other ball of wax.

You are renting points.......?????

Ok...you have to tell me how that works. You may save me from thinking I should BUY DVC! Help! :rotfl:

When I said DVC I meant upgrading to a DVC resort like you did this trip - now look what I started Maroo is looking into buying DVC!!! Actually we looked into it and would love to do it if we had lots of extra money however using dvc means no free dining or other deals so for right now waiting for the deal they are offering is better.

I love how you became involved in this trip.

I have an iphone so I should be able to do whatever you do to tweet.

Anything that would be relevant for touring in Sept. Dining observations, transport, attractions, hours, oh, just everything!

P.S. Like my new ticker? I"ve been wanting and waiting to put this baby on for a VERY long time!

I did notice the new ticker and forgot to say something! I love it!!!

maroo

09-12-2009, 11:02 PM

:rotfl2: yes I'm renting points!! (and I like to keep it a secret!! :snooty: I think its cheaper than owning since I dont have to pay the annual maintenance fees!!) You do have to go out on a limb to trust that the owner you are renting from is legit! (check out the rent/trade DVC forum!)

I talk way too much - I know I should start a pre trip - but I dont do so well with those!! :rolleyes1

aha!

Renting points..... :scratchin

Anything that would be relevant for touring in Sept. Dining observations, transport, attractions, hours, oh, just everything!

P.S. Like my new ticker? I"ve been wanting and waiting to put this baby on for a VERY long time!

LOVE IT!!! :)

oh I am so jealous!! Week of Freedom!! AWESOME!! :thumbsup2

hmmm wonder if I can talk some internet strangers to do a trip in 11 months!

(and if anyone wants to know more about me - I am now doing a pre trip report - link is next to the '10 in my signature! TIA)

PSA for any and all resorts - watch out for snakes!! There is a thread on theme board about someone getting bit but not at POR... its Florida. there are snakes. and crocs. and birds that dive bomb food at MK.

http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=2280359

Oh yeah!

I forgot to tell you guys our snake story!!!!

On Saturday, Sept 6th, Sharon was just getting to OKW and we were carrying a cooler (one on each side of it) and ran into a ....

SNAKE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Right there on the sidewalk. I saw it and Sharon didn't. I could not even talk...I just started walking backwards and she was not sure what I was doing!

I called the front desk in a panic and they laughed at me! Said they were a protected species in FL and that they would call the "pet" department to come get it.

I watched my feet the rest of the trip!

:rotfl: You know I would love to come - I think we all would - but actually being able to do it is a whole other ball of wax.

When I said DVC I meant upgrading to a DVC resort like you did this trip - now look what I started Maroo is looking into buying DVC!!! Actually we looked into it and would love to do it if we had lots of extra money however using dvc means no free dining or other deals so for right now waiting for the deal they are offering is better.

I love how you became involved in this trip.

I have an iphone so I should be able to do whatever you do to tweet.

I did notice the new ticker and forgot to say something! I love it!!!

Yeah...I am thinking renting is the way to go.....and then you can still get FD when you want...

Ok...Twitter...

1. Log on to www.twitter.com and register for an account. It is easy and free.

2. Download Twitterrific from iTunes. I think this is free...or may cost $0.99.

3. You can then use the Twitterrific to post and read tweets. It is easier for me to do that on the iPhone than the internet for some reason. I think it is the way they highlight the posts.

4. To send a picture...take the picture with you camera. And then you will email it to your twitter account. (But I can't remember how I did this the first time??) Your subject line on your email will be what is "tweeted"...

Once you are set up, it is really easy to do! :)

TarzansKat

09-13-2009, 09:44 AM

WOO HOO!!!!

Houston, we have a resort. :goodvibes

I liked the big reveal, and I think that's a great resort for you guys. Also, the boat to Downtown will be nice, plus you have the benefits of POFQ as well. The next time I stay at a mod, I'm seriously considering POR or POFQ. :thumbsup2

tinkgurl

09-13-2009, 01:44 PM

There are no losers here, tinkgurl!!! Not, ever! If you make it next year, you'll be enjoying a Dole Whip right alongside of me!! That's a promise! :thumbsup2

Aw thanks! It was fun guessing though.

All7OfUs

09-13-2009, 11:31 PM

oh I am so jealous!! Week of Freedom!! AWESOME!! :thumbsup2
(and if anyone wants to know more about me - I am now doing a pre trip report - link is next to the '10 in my signature! TIA)

It is very, very awesome!!

Heading over this morning! I'll catch up in a sec!

:rotfl: You know I would love to come - I think we all would - but actually being able to do it is a whole other ball of wax.

When I said DVC I meant upgrading to a DVC resort like you did this trip - now look what I started Maroo is looking into buying DVC!!! Actually we looked into it and would love to do it if we had lots of extra money however using dvc means no free dining or other deals so for right now waiting for the deal they are offering is better.

I love how you became involved in this trip.

I did notice the new ticker and forgot to say something! I love it!!!

1. I know, it will be a long shot that we actually get more ladies (or families) to join us. I think it would be fun to have more, but you are right... like it worked out for us to get to go together, a lot needs to fall into place, AND I think the Hand of Providence would need to intervene for it all to work out.

2. And TK calls me the Enabler and maroo the Temptress???!! I'm not sure there's even a word for you and your DVC bait! :lmao:

3. I should really try to re-create the e-mail I sent to her back in, was it Jan? It was a top 10 list of the reasons she should go with us! :rotfl2: Something to the effect of She's like-minded, has an AP, tours like us, blah, blah, blah... It was very funny; but what was even funnier is that she SAID YES!!! :lmao:

4. THANKS!! We'll see how long it lasts... :rotfl2: You know, it took me, I'm so NOT joking!, over and hour to make my ticker work!! I couldn't figure out which code to paste in, and when I did use the right one, there was half of it missing:confused3. I almost called maroo in the middle of the night to help me, I was so desperate!

SNAKE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Yeah...I am thinking renting is the way to go.....and then you can still get FD when you want...

Snakes are very cool! I love to watch them!! Even holding them is not bad. We had one in our biology class in HS, and we'd all take turns holding it. (Duh, it wasn't a poisonous one- silly goose!) Anyway, they don't scare me.

See, I told you she already had something up her sleeve!! I wonder how long my stress-inducing, nightmarish one hour of work, but oh-so-very pretty ticker will last? :confused3

Aw thanks! It was fun guessing though.

I will try to think of more games as we go along. I think one we will play will be I'll cook a signature dish, and you can all try to figure out by that where we'll be eating. It will be loads of fun! But that won't be for a while yet.

maroo

09-13-2009, 11:38 PM

It is very, very awesome!!

Heading over this morning! I'll catch up in a sec!

1. I know, it will be a long shot that we actually get more ladies (or families) to join us. I think it would be fun to have more, but you are right... like it worked out for us to get to go together, a lot needs to fall into place, AND I think the Hand of Providence would need to intervene for it all to work out.

2. And TK calls me the Enabler and maroo the Temptress???!! I'm not sure there's even a word for you and your DVC bait! :lmao:

3. I should really try to re-create the e-mail I sent to her back in, was it Jan? It was a top 10 list of the reasons she should go with us! :rotfl2: Something to the effect of She's like-minded, has an AP, tours like us, blah, blah, blah... It was very funny; but what was even funnier is that she SAID YES!!! :lmao:

4. THANKS!! We'll see how long it lasts... :rotfl2: You know, it took me, I'm so NOT joking!, over and hour to make my ticker work!! I couldn't figure out which code to paste in, and when I did use the right one, there was half of it missing:confused3. I almost called maroo in the middle of the night to help me, I was so desperate!

Snakes are very cool! I love to watch them!! Even holding them is not bad. We had one in our biology class in HS, and we'd all take turns holding it. (Duh, it wasn't a poisonous one- silly goose!) Anyway, they don't scare me.

See, I told you she already had something up her sleeve!! I wonder how long my stress-inducing, nightmarish one hour of work, but oh-so-very pretty ticker will last? :confused3

I will try to think of more games as we go along. I think one we will play will be I'll cook a signature dish, and you can all try to figure out by that where we'll be eating. It will be loads of fun! But that won't be for a while yet.

I made a decision....

No DVC for me!

I am getting too many great deals "the other way"... so I figure... why jinx it! :confused3

In fact...I am really, really thinking we need to stay with POR. You love that resort, really want to try it, and I don't really care as long as I have a bed (or roll away or trundle or pile of blankets) to sleep on!

I would rather use any "extra" money for cool additions to our trip. ;) Ya know. So...now that we have Free Dining...we should have a little "extra" in the pot, right?

I was probably UP in the middle of the night! I can't go to work until at least Tuesday...and that is if my fever breaks tonight or early tomorrow...so feel free to call me anytime! I am just sitting her on the DIS anyway! :thumbsup2

StefaniLyn

09-14-2009, 12:03 AM

aha!

I forgot to tell you guys our snake story!!!!

On Saturday, Sept 6th, Sharon was just getting to OKW and we were carrying a cooler (one on each side of it) and ran into a ....

SNAKE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Right there on the sidewalk. I saw it and Sharon didn't. I could not even talk...I just started walking backwards and she was not sure what I was doing!

I called the front desk in a panic and they laughed at me! Said they were a protected species in FL and that they would call the "pet" department to come get it.

I watched my feet the rest of the trip!

Protected species or not, Disney should ban and remove all snakes from their property. ;)Do they not realize that SNAKES EAT MICE? ::MickeyMo :scared1:"Pet Department?" Is that a nice way of saying they'll ship it off to Timbuktu? :confused3 I hope so! Maroo, I'm with you - snakes would have me frantically calling the font desk!

All7OfUs

09-14-2009, 01:27 AM

When we stayed at the Fort in 2000, back in the days when they still had that really cool "Swamp Trail", I was very, very disappointed we didn't see ANY snakes on our trek. I was so hoping to see something exciting like an alligator or coral snake (from a safe distance, of course!) All we saw were stupid rabbits and a bunch of lizards. How boring!

Sarilas

09-14-2009, 09:44 AM

I'm all caught up and cannot wait to follow along!

All7OfUs

09-15-2009, 12:05 AM

I'm all caught up and cannot wait to follow along!

Hi There!! Welcome back; it's been awhile since we've seen you 'round these parts!!

Glad to have you following along. Hopefully we'll get something interesting posted in the next couple of days. Yesterday and the day before have been rather quiet.

Sarilas

09-15-2009, 08:48 AM

Hi There!! Welcome back; it's been awhile since we've seen you 'round these parts!!

Glad to have you following along. Hopefully we'll get something interesting posted in the next couple of days. Yesterday and the day before have been rather quiet.

I know; bad reader, bad! Lots going on here (including my having gone back to school!) but I am so glad to be back!

Sandy321

09-15-2009, 08:58 AM

Hi There!! Welcome back; it's been awhile since we've seen you 'round these parts!!

Glad to have you following along. Hopefully we'll get something interesting posted in the next couple of days. Yesterday and the day before have been rather quiet.

With all Maroo's trips and reports - I didnt realize you were going next year!

I have time to get real comfy here!!

that's nice

09-15-2009, 04:37 PM

still herepopcorn::popcorn:: ...... so what's new:rolleyes1:rolleyes1

maroo

09-15-2009, 05:41 PM

With all Maroo's trips and reports - I didnt realize you were going next year!

I have time to get real comfy here!!

:)

Me? Lots of trip reports?? :rolleyes1

Never. pirate:

still herepopcorn::popcorn:: ...... so what's new:rolleyes1:rolleyes1

Uh....er....I don't even know.

Liesa....Liesa..... Come out, come out, wherever you are!! :laughing:

All7OfUs

09-16-2009, 03:02 AM

I know; bad reader, bad! Lots going on here (including my having gone back to school!) but I am so glad to be back!

No! Good, reader, good! You came back! :woohoo:

Hooray for you going back to school. I know as soon as my kids are mostly done with my intensive homeschooling them, I'm going back too!! It'll be a while, any by then I'll be an official "old fart", but I think even old farts can still learn! I simply must find a way to feed my Disney addiction. :lmao:

With all Maroo's trips and reports - I didnt realize you were going next year!

I have time to get real comfy here!!

Yes, you just pull up a soft piece of sofa and settle right on in. Funny, my own sofa has a nice (too large) divet where I've many a time parked my fanny for long spells of planning. My happy little (not) hiney has gotten way too "comfy" right with here with you all!!! So, you will not be alone, burning a hole in your comfy spot. :rotfl2: (Well, okay, not literally, I hope! Unless you've gotten too comfy at Taco Bell, as well.)

still herepopcorn::popcorn:: ...... so what's new:rolleyes1:rolleyes1

Gosh! I've been AWOL for a few days, and look what happens!! Do you realize you are the first person to EVER popcorn me? I'm really not sure how to take that. Am I becoming so entertaining that you can't wait to see what nonsense I can post next? Or are you bored and have nothing better to do? or Hmmm....

HA!!!

Okay, all joking aside. I needed to take a couple of days off, not really by choice, but DH left today for a 4 days business trip and you (being a guy) know how that is. Correct me if I'm wrong, but guys seem like they need a little extra attention before being away. You know, extra hugs and kisses :love:, extra help packing, ironing, finding the elusive underwear that rarely find their home when needed, you know all that!

So, at last he's out the door, and you can bet I'll be camping out with you guys for a few days of unfettered fun! I do have some fun ideas of posting/ updating, but I need maroo's cooperation here. (You're working on your bit, right?)

So, by your morning, I'll have something I hope will be entertaining for your perusal. ;)

:)

Me? Lots of trip reports?? :rolleyes1

Liesa....Liesa..... Come out, come out, wherever you are!! :laughing:

Yes, you have a lot of trip reports, reminding us all everyday, that you get to go way more than we do! But that's okay, it gives all of us who lead mundane, or in my case, stressful and difficult lives, something to take our mind off of things for a while.

All7OfUs

09-16-2009, 09:07 AM

I can bet that our brave, good men and women in all of our armed services who face hardship and toil, day in and day out, dream of what they will do during their week of their leave. They must yearn for family, friends, relaxation, participating in long-standing traditions, eating Mom's home-cooked meals, and not the regular slop, and buying a few of those things they've not been able to have for quite a long time.

When you think about it, a Week of Freedom for the TC3 is quite comparable. TC3 longs for good food someone else concocts, hankers for finding relaxation at every turn, and pines for appointing new and exciting traditions! Family is OUT, for the most part- we learned THAT lesson last trip (see link in siggie for much griping!), but trusted and well-loved friends are definitely IN! And spending money on a few small things we can't really obtain much anywhere else? Well, what better place to blow a big wad??

Soooooooooooo.......

What if we were to go tomorrow??!! Really, think of it. (I know you do all the time, and I do too.) I think about it in bed at night, when I'm doing dishes, even when I should be thinking about how to teach adding fractions to my 11 year old. What would you do if you could pack up and set off THIS minute to your ultimate victory of a week in Disney?!

Where would you go? What would you do? What would you NOT want to miss?

Maroo and I thought a fun little exercise would be to plan out a mock trip, given that this is almost to the week we'll be there next year. The hours will likely be the same, including EMH hours, parade and show times will resemble what is posted now, and conditions should be about equal next year as well.

You realize several million, very well spent (please, don't draw too many political views from here- some of this is hypothetical, and I dare say, taken with much author's license) ,tax dollars are spent every year (month?) on the military practicing war games?? They analyze all the what-ifs, the conditions, the assorted enemies they may face, and the reactions those enemies could give. Then, when all is said and done, they ask: What could we have done better? Where did we succeed? What worked, What didn't? On and on and on....So without further ado, I give you my, "If the TC3 were arriving THIS Sunday, this would be my plan" plan.

Sunday:

Leave Nashville by 8:00 AM
Check in by 12:00
Hang out at resort until around 3:00
Head to DTD by boat
Eat at a CS place
Head to EPCOT by bus around 6:00 PM
EPCOT from 6-9 PM
Around 9:00 Head to MK for PM EMH until 1:00 AM

Monday:

Make RD at AK for AM EMH
CS lunch in park
1:00-ish back to resort for nap
To MK around 3:00 til close at 9:00
Spectro
Go quick to TS place of choice
Late dinner there

Tuesday:

8:00 EPCOT RD
EPCOT all day focusing on WS
If we don't stay to close, we will catch some nighttime entertainment- maybe Yeehaw Bob at POR

Wednesday:

MK Early breakfast ADR
CS lunch at MK
1:00-ish head to DHS til close at 7:00
Bus to a resort for dinner (not telling which one yet)

Thursday:

AM EMH at MK until 12:00 or so
To EPCOT until closing
CS lunch/ TS dinner
This is a Fantasmic day (we are still thinking on this!)

Friday:

Sleep in!!!
Swim
Monorail resort tour
GF for afternoon tea
MAYBE a spa something?? Very up-in-the-air!
MNSSHP 4-12

Saturday:

DHS AM EMH
Lunch at a nearby resort
Dinner at nearby resort around 6:30
If we can make it, back to MK for Spectro and Wishes

Sunday:

AK for RD, all day
Dinner @ a nearby resort
Maybe back in time for Yeehaw Bob, if we didn't see him earlier

Monday:

Check out and fly back to Blank-a-Stan (arriving 36 hours later!)

Well, there you have it. With most wishers and dreamers, this will most likely change a great deal. But it's a great place to start!

Sarilas

09-16-2009, 10:10 AM

Is it wrong that the 'Nashville' portion of that itinerary is my favorite part? lol

All7OfUs

09-16-2009, 11:03 AM

Absolutely NOT!! In fact, I was actually going to PM you. I will be in BG, KY for a week or so before I head down to Orlando, so maybe we could figure out a meet?

MRYPPNS

09-16-2009, 11:36 AM

Just a heads up....I thought I heard Yeehaw Bob say that he plays at POR Wednesday thru Saturday on the WDW Today podcast...but that was a few months ago.

All7OfUs

09-16-2009, 12:30 PM

And THAT my friend is exactly WHY I hang out here with all of you! Very excellent observation; I have not a clue why I just assumed, as I spent my few hours of hammering out this itinerary, that he'd be there every night! Like the guy wants to live there or something, just so I could see him any old time I waltzed in! :cool1::lmao:

Back to the drawing board!

Sarilas

09-16-2009, 12:35 PM

Absolutely NOT!! In fact, I was actually going to PM you. I will be in BG, KY for a week or so before I head down to Orlando, so maybe we could figure out a meet?

I would LOVE that. Especially since I missed you this year!

that's nice

09-16-2009, 12:36 PM

Gosh! I've been AWOL for a few days, and look what happens!! Do you realize you are the first person to EVER popcorn me? I'm really not sure how to take that. Am I becoming so entertaining that you can't wait to see what nonsense I can post next? Or are you bored and have nothing better to do? or Hmmm....
Well I feel honored for being the first!!!!! Here's one more -->popcorn::
I always come over here to check up on what new plans you have... or just to read the funny banter.:lmao:

Sunday:

Leave Nashville by 8:00 AM
Check in by 12:00
Hang out at resort until around 3:00
Head to DTD by boat
Eat at a CS place
Head to EPCOT by bus around 6:00 PM
EPCOT from 6-9 PM
Around 9:00 Head to MK for PM EMH until 1:00 AM

By your day 1 plan, I can see that the TC3 isn't going to be messing around! Now would your trip get here already so I can read your TR???????:lmao:

All7OfUs

09-16-2009, 12:44 PM

eandesmom

09-16-2009, 12:59 PM

Can I join this party? I've got 11 months and 18 days to get caught up!

Thanks to the handy dandy links I'm sorta caught up and love the plans so far. I especially love your constitution, and the tye dye shirts (and have a suspicion as to where those were purchased!) I noticed an appearance of Maroo's in the tear jerking Lucas report.

Liesa, the employment letters from Disney are magical, what a wonderful piece of your family history!

I can't wait to read more

All7OfUs

09-16-2009, 01:12 PM

maroo

09-16-2009, 01:13 PM

Ok.

First...I have not looked at Liesa's plans. These are from my head.

And I am sick. :lmao: So...take that for what it is worth!

One thing to note...we are not releasing the TOP SECRET plans for where we plan to eat. So...you won't really know all of my motives for why I have us going certain places until you know that...I had to rearrange a little bit to have us be close to where we eat. ;)

Here was my overall strategy.

* We have already established that we plan to take advantage of EMH. It is September and the hours are short - so you really need to or you will miss major park time.

* Having said that...I purposefully stayed away from a couple of early EMH's...:rolleyes1

* I tried to make sure we were at rope drop for each park. It is fun to see the rope drop "ceremonies" and being there early and walking quickly to our favorite attractions...and maybe riding them over and over until the lines get long or we get tired of riding. ;)

Ok...so here goes.

*takes deep breath!*

Sunday:
Liesa and LeeAnn arrive around noon. I am already there, so I have already checked us in.
To Epcot World Showcase
Lunch in Epcot World Showcase (how is that for Top Secret!)
Dinner in a resort
To MK for EMH! This year it was until 1AM!! I hope it is that late next year! MK late at night is FUN!

Monday:
AK Rope Drop (no early EMH)
Lunch at AK
?? IF TIME - to our resort to change/shower? (I did this on my last Sept and it was nice to have a short break from the heat) (This may be Maroo only)
Dinner at a resort
to DHS for PM EMH til 10:00PM

Tuesday:
Epcot Future World EMH (gotta do this one!) Soarin'!!!
eat at Epcot
Mary definitely back to resort - Hot tub time for Maroo! because.....
Liesa and LeeAnn spend HOURS at the World Showcase - :rolleyes1
Dinner at Epcot (of course, Maroo will be back by then ;))
Illuminations

Wednesday:
uh...gotta be careful here...
I think we will have eaten by now. That is all I am saying.
Magic Kingdom this morning
Lunch in MK
From MK to AK in the afternoon
IF TIME - change clothes in the room
Dinner at a resort
AK Night EMH! This is only till 8 :(
Maybe hang out at POR for an hour or so to listen to Yehaw Bob (is that how you spell that?)

Thursday:
Rest DAY!
Lunch at a resort
Resort hopping
(not sure about supper here??)
I think we should do something special this night...:rolleyes1

Friday:
AK am - rope drop?? We will see rope drop on Monday AM? Maybe a strolling AK day? Depending on how much we have already done? I would love to just stroll through AK - go to places I have never had time to see.
Go back to room and REST! For real. A Nap.
MNSSHP!!!!!

Saturday:
MK at rope drop. I know...we were just there. But we have not seen MK rope drop yet?? :confused3 And now...that I have been on the other side...I simply can't miss it!
Lunch at MK
Once it gets hot - back to room to change
Dinner at a resort around 6, then Spectro at 9:00, then wishes from a different location

Sunday:
DHS Rope Drop! Can you say...Toy Story! Over and Over
Maroo has a plane to catch. :sad1:
Ladies ?? Not sure what they are doing...but they could see Fantasmic that night. I could watch Fantasmic again...but if I don't get to see it...it will be fine. I didn't really like it. :confused3

Monday:
I bet Liesa and LeeAnn hit AK at Rope Drop ;)
and leave around lunch.

Unless they just HAVE to leave from MK

maroo

09-16-2009, 01:32 PM

Sunday:

Leave Nashville by 8:00 AM
Check in by 12:00
Hang out at resort until around 3:00
Head to DTD by boat *** AH I like this idea better than mine! I think I forgot DTD! :eek:
Eat at a CS place
Head to EPCOT by bus around 6:00 PM
EPCOT from 6-9 PM
Around 9:00 Head to MK for PM EMH until 1:00 AM

Monday:

Make RD at AK for AM EMH ** Woo Hoo Same here!
CS lunch in park
1:00-ish back to resort for nap *** AH :cloud9: I am so glad we are same here. :)
To MK around 3:00 til close at 9:00 *Hmm... I like these plans? But what about DHS EMH? :confused3
Spectro ** I LOVE Spectro :love:
Go quick to TS place of choice
Late dinner there

Tuesday:

8:00 EPCOT RD ** I totally had us at Epcot all day Tuesday, too!
EPCOT all day focusing on WS ** Well...most of the day. Maroo to HOT TUB around 1:00 PM. :)
If we don't stay to close, we will catch some nighttime entertainment- maybe Yeehaw Bob at POR

Wednesday:

MK Early breakfast ADR *** WOW. We are so on the same page
CS lunch at MK
1:00-ish head to DHS til close at 7:00 * I swapped these, I guess...I have us at AK for night EMH
Bus to a resort for dinner (not telling which one yet)

Thursday:

AM EMH at MK until 12:00 or so * I totally skipped MK early EMH. I think it will be busy? Although, nothing will be busy in Sept. I had our rest day today :)
To EPCOT until closing
CS lunch/ TS dinner
This is a Fantasmic day (we are still thinking on this!)

Friday:

Sleep in!!! *** OH! This makes sense....since we will be up half the night! This is a good use of our time! I like it!
Swim
Monorail resort tour
GF for afternoon tea
MAYBE a spa something?? Very up-in-the-air!
MNSSHP 4-12

Saturday:

DHS AM EMH
Lunch at a nearby resort
Dinner at nearby resort around 6:30
If we can make it, back to MK for Spectro and Wishes ** YEP! We are so on the same page here!!!!! I can't believe it!

Sunday:

AK for RD, all day
Dinner @ a nearby resort
Maybe back in time for Yeehaw Bob, if we didn't see him earlier

Monday:

Check out and fly back to Blank-a-Stan (arriving 36 hours later!)

Well, there you have it. With most wishers and dreamers, this will most likely change a great deal. But it's a great place to start!

Ok...so here goes.

*takes deep breath!*

Sunday:
Liesa and LeeAnn arrive around noon. I am already there, so I have already checked us in.
To Epcot World Showcase
Lunch in Epcot World Showcase (how is that for Top Secret!)
Dinner in a resort
To MK for EMH! This year it was until 1AM!! I hope it is that late next year! MK late at night is FUN!

Monday:
AK Rope Drop (no early EMH)
Lunch at AK
?? IF TIME - to our resort to change/shower? (I did this on my last Sept and it was nice to have a short break from the heat) (This may be Maroo only)
Dinner at a resort
to DHS for PM EMH til 10:00PM

Tuesday:
Epcot Future World EMH (gotta do this one!) Soarin'!!!
eat at Epcot
Mary definitely back to resort - Hot tub time for Maroo! because.....
Liesa and LeeAnn spend HOURS at the World Showcase - :rolleyes1
Dinner at Epcot (of course, Maroo will be back by then ;))
Illuminations

Wednesday:
uh...gotta be careful here...
I think we will have eaten by now. That is all I am saying.
Magic Kingdom this morning
Lunch in MK
From MK to AK in the afternoon
IF TIME - change clothes in the room
Dinner at a resort
AK Night EMH! This is only till 8 :(
Maybe hang out at POR for an hour or so to listen to Yehaw Bob (is that how you spell that?)

Thursday:
Rest DAY!
Lunch at a resort
Resort hopping
(not sure about supper here??)
I think we should do something special this night...:rolleyes1

Friday:
AK am - rope drop?? We will see rope drop on Monday AM? Maybe a strolling AK day? Depending on how much we have already done? I would love to just stroll through AK - go to places I have never had time to see.
Go back to room and REST! For real. A Nap.
MNSSHP!!!!!

Saturday:
MK at rope drop. I know...we were just there. But we have not seen MK rope drop yet?? :confused3 And now...that I have been on the other side...I simply can't miss it!
Lunch at MK
Once it gets hot - back to room to change
Dinner at a resort around 6, then Spectro at 9:00, then wishes from a different location

Sunday:
DHS Rope Drop! Can you say...Toy Story! Over and Over
Maroo has a plane to catch. :sad1:
Ladies ?? Not sure what they are doing...but they could see Fantasmic that night. I could watch Fantasmic again...but if I don't get to see it...it will be fine. I didn't really like it. :confused3

Monday:
I bet Liesa and LeeAnn hit AK at Rope Drop ;)
and leave around lunch.

Unless they just HAVE to leave from MK

see my comments above in pink! :)

maroo

09-16-2009, 01:40 PM

Just a heads up....I thought I heard Yeehaw Bob say that he plays at POR Wednesday thru Saturday on the WDW Today podcast...but that was a few months ago.

I am so glad I am not the only one that listens to WDW Today! :thumbsup2

And THAT my friend is exactly WHY I hang out here with all of you! Very excellent observation; I have not a clue why I just assumed, as I spent my few hours of hammering out this itinerary, that he'd be there every night! Like the guy wants to live there or something, just so I could see him any old time I waltzed in! :cool1::lmao:

Back to the drawing board!

I am sure we will spend LOTS of time at the drawing board! :thumbsup2

You know, it's funny you should say that, cuz, maroo and I were talking on the phone earlier, and we thought it'd be doubly hilarious if we just saved these stupid little plans (that we all know will change about 4 trillion times before we go :lmao:) and compared them to what we actually DO do! HA, do-do! I crack myself up!! Although, that's not so funny when that's what my dog does in the very places I need to go when it's dark outside! :scared1:

So, I'll just hang onto these little gems and we'll play compare-o-rama next September. Now, won't THAT be fun?!

P.S. Why does my ticker keep saying 11 mos. and 18 days? Is it like stuck or something, I know it's been more than 24 hours and it hasn't changed!

Your plans are not stupid, young lady! :hug:

I think we should compare these...to our "final, final, final, final!" plans and then to what we actually do. That would be interesting!

Can I join this party? I've got 11 months and 18 days to get caught up!

Thanks to the handy dandy links I'm sorta caught up and love the plans so far. I especially love your constitution, and the tye dye shirts (and have a suspicion as to where those were purchased!) I noticed an appearance of Maroo's in the tear jerking Lucas report.

Liesa, the employment letters from Disney are magical, what a wonderful piece of your family history!

I can't wait to read more

Of course!! :welcome: to our trip report!! :)

I love Lucas, his family and that morning....:cloud9:

:thumbsup2

that's nice

09-16-2009, 02:28 PM

Sandy321

09-16-2009, 02:41 PM

You know, it's funny you should say that, cuz, maroo and I were talking on the phone earlier, and we thought it'd be doubly hilarious if we just saved these stupid little plans (that we all know will change about 4 trillion times before we go :lmao:) and compared them to what we actually DO do! HA, do-do! I crack myself up!! Although, that's not so funny when that's what my dog does in the very places I need to go when it's dark outside! :scared1:

So, I'll just hang onto these little gems and we'll play compare-o-rama next September. Now, won't THAT be fun?!

P.S. Why does my ticker keep saying 11 mos. and 18 days? Is it like stuck or something, I know it's been more than 24 hours and it hasn't changed!

I'm back - I (kinda) worked today... half day substituting for a reading specialist teacher - nice - $50 for Disney!! :woohoo:

stupid little plans? :scared1: I dont THINK so!!

Thanks for keeping my place on the couch!! :goodvibes No taco bell - I have to run 13.1 miles pretty soon :sad2: I know it will be easier if I shed 20 - 30# :rolleyes1

compar-o-rama :rotfl2: Have you heard of CRAFT? or CRS? Its this well documented disease... acroynm (CRAFT = Cant Remember A Freekin Thing... CRS - Cant Remember Stuff)

Now you may have noticed I made some tie dye shirts - or practiced making some tie dye shirts - it lead me to this board here called Disney Tips - these people on this disboards have some serious addictions, and talents!! I"m telling you -

You want to be prepared? you want to be organized? Take a look at what they call "Planning Journals"

Holy MOly its now more complicated!! :rotfl2:
http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=1801752

I cant find THE link - but think of a 3 ring binder - with sleeves to protect the pages you print... BUT here is the link where they got the page dividers printed from!
http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=2116437&highlight=planning+journal

I"ll keep looking!!

FOUND IT!! Take a look - this one has pictures!

http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=2115381

All7OfUs

09-16-2009, 03:04 PM

Well, I really didn't mean that they were "stupid", in the sense that I was an idiot in making them, really, more like, these are early on in the game plans, and will most likely be thrown out for all manner of reasons before long anyway. So, let's say hmmm.... groping for a good word here... reaching for my thesaurus....banal, absurd, inane plans (that's banal WITH A "B", pul-eeeze!) which actually was a fun exercise cementing even further how much maroo and I think alike! How fun is that?!

Sandy, I love your acronyms. My husband always calls me crafty (I scrap and quilt, and quill (does anyone even know what that is anymore?), and NO I'm not 75 or play bridge, but now this takes on a whole different meaning! :lmao: Next time I catch him having a senior moment (now there's a thought, he can actually join the AARP in about 4 years :rotfl2:) I'll call him crafty!

I don't do notebooks. I have all my "stuff" on my Microsoft Notebook pages, and eventually that info will be turned into handy-dandy little cheat sheets to be carried in the parks with me. Yeah, I'm geeky, I laminate. There, that's a question only DIS-ers would ever "get". Can you imagine it: You walk into work, and start daydreaming of your trip that's like 11 months away, like some uber-obsessed moron, and your mouth suddenly shoots off, "Do you laminate?" Weirded out co-worker says: "Excuse me? Ummm, do I need to call a doctor for you?" You won't be invited to next year's picnic; maybe not even the Christmas party.

P.S. My ticker STILL says 11 mos. 18 days. I'm getting very, very worried, I didn't do something right. Rats!

tinkgurl

09-16-2009, 03:21 PM

Aw, it's so much fun planning, isn't it?! :goodvibes

Sandy321

09-16-2009, 03:40 PM

:goodvibes I'm seriously going to take up sewing - I"d like to make pillows or something for the Big Give.... :confused3

I'm not crafty - but I copy well!! :thumbsup2 (did you look at the last page of that thread I posted? :faint:

I found an online planning journal while trying to find that thread with the picture of a REAL Planning PLANNING Journal! :thumbsup2 My computer crashes or takes too long to load, so I cant fathom relying on my computer to hold all my secret plans!!

OK - dh just called and emailed, I must get outside for 30 min... I"M GOING TO DISNEY :yay::yay::yay::yay:

just 30 min... just 30 min... just 30 min....

*sigh

eandesmom

09-16-2009, 04:02 PM

That is so, and I do mean SO, ironic that I JUST (I'm really NOT joking around here!) came from your PTR!! I figured, this lady is too much like me NOT to miss out on hers. What other kind of crazy person would start a PTR over a year out??!! :lmao:

Obviously, it will NOW NOT be acceptable to lurk on yours, so I'm going back to add yours to my favorites and will post!! Promise!

Yay! That's so funny!

I'm pretty sure you won't have to slay too many brain cells figuring out where those shirts came from! :rotfl2: I can't wait to see mine- and won't until the day I get there!! Okay, that's just weird! I'd have a hard time waiting that long. I'd want it now and to wear it now. In fact I may just have to place a halloween order for myself. Just because.

Those letters are in a letter hanger thingy, waiting to be framed. From those letters I learned a TON about Disney history that I never knew before. Did you follow that link in that post?? There are some people on these boards here than far outrank any of us on Disney history. I had no idea that the Disney Burbank studios housed troops on the day of Pearl Harbor!

Ooh! No I didn't, I need to go back and look. I was happy to just make it through the links, whew!

[SIZE="3"][COLOR="DarkGreen"]Ok.

First...I have not looked at Liesa's plans. These are from my head.

And I am sick. :lmao: So...take that for what it is worth!

One thing to note...we are not releasing the TOP SECRET plans for where we plan to eat. So...you won't really know all of my motives for why I have us going certain places until you know that...I had to rearrange a little bit to have us be close to where we eat. ;)

Here was my overall strategy.

* We have already established that we plan to take advantage of EMH. It is September and the hours are short - so you really need to or you will miss major park time.

* Having said that...I purposefully stayed away from a couple of early EMH's...:rolleyes1

* I tried to make sure we were at rope drop for each park. It is fun to see the rope drop "ceremonies" and being there early and walking quickly to our favorite attractions...and maybe riding them over and over until the lines get long or we get tired of riding. ;)

I love how your plans ended up so similar!!!

Have you heard of CRAFT? or CRS? Its this well documented disease... acroynm (CRAFT = Cant Remember A Freekin Thing... CRS - Cant Remember Stuff)

CRAFT. I am SO using that!!!

I don't do notebooks. I have all my "stuff" on my Microsoft Notebook pages, and eventually that info will be turned into handy-dandy little cheat sheets to be carried in the parks with me. Yeah, I'm geeky, I laminate.

P.S. My ticker STILL says 11 mos. 18 days. I'm getting very, very worried, I didn't do something right. Rats!

Nothing wrong with that! I put it all in outlook, pdf the pages, shrink to fit and then put them in a photo sized binder by day that actually fits in my park bag. I can't do the giant binder thingys. Of course it will have covers and such, DDP snack cheat sheets, park maps, resort info..

maroo

09-16-2009, 04:29 PM

It's scary how your plans are very similar.

Maroo.... You've been forgetting a few things lately...:rolleyes1

I'm going to blame it on the swine! I hope you don't forget to make these ADR's..... sometime in March I believe.

I was going to jump on your PTR to ask you a question, but since I started typing here I'll just ask it here. Last week (or so) you posted a list of Disney podcasts that you like. Could you let me know where that list is or repost it? I subbed to the DIS podcast and DL 3-4 episodes and I can't make it through 10 minutes of it.:duck: <-- that's me ducking from whatever flames are going to come my way. I really want to like it but it's not working for me.:sad2:

Me? Forgetting things? :confused3 Hmm. I have no idea what you are talking about. Maybe I forgot. :rolleyes1

But I did NOT forget the podcasts!

I understand about the DIS one. No flames here. I will keep my thoughts...uh...ur...to myself. I like the DIS. ;)

Having said that...in alphabetical order...as to not offend anyone....

All About the Mouse
www.allaboutthemouse.com
Two podcasters. Both very nice guys. Entertaining. They play games and have really good interviews. The information, though, can be less reliable than some podcasts. And they are helping me raise money for GKTW - which completely melts my heart! Length: These average an hour and a half - but can be broken up in segments...as they usually have news and an interview, etc. These come out on Friday's.

Be Our Guest Podcast
www.beourguestpodcast.com
Mike is the main podcaster. He is a teacher. His podcasts are more like sitting at a coffee table and talking Disney. I love them. And this Monday's podcast....well...let's just say there will be someone familiar on there. ;) He interviews a lot of "regular" people to be on his podcast. Regular people like you and me that have been to Disney - to do trip reports. These are usually 30-45 minutes long. These come out on Monday's and Friday's.

DIS Unplugged
www.wdwinfo.com or www.disboards.com
A round table discussion on Wednesdays with a group of podcasters. Their email show is released on Thursdays. Length is usually about an hour or so for each. You will get honest opinions about Disney, which include negative news and views. I find this one very interesting to listen to. Normally these are weekly, but they tend to miss weeks, too - as they are very busy. ** Warning: I would listen to several episodes before allowing your children to listen. Much like I would watch the news with my kids. I am not a parent, but this is one that I would not just let William listen to without me listening, too. So, take that for what it is worth.

WDW Radio Show
http://www.wdwradio.com
Lou Mongello
He receives awards all the time for his podcast. Considered in some circles to be the best podcast out there. Honestly for REAL Disney geeks. Disney history, current news. He is a major Disney fan and I have never heard him criticize Disney. He is also very approachable. He has these cool "LIVE" webcam events that are usually impromptu. I watched D23 for HOURS "in the box" with 200 of my friends during D23 through Lou's laptop. He also does Disney news and answers emails on occasion.
Episodes average 2 hours in length and are usually released on Sundays, but not always.
He also has great audio and video from the parks. Very impressive.

WDW Today *Not to be confused with WDW News Today*
http://www.wdwtoday.com
Matt Hochberg, Mike Newell, Mike Scopa and Len Testa. They are FULL of knowledge about Disney. I have met three of these guys and they are VERY nice guys. Very approachable. Len Testa is the author of The Unofficial Guide to WDW - to give you an idea of the depth of their Disney knowledge. Length: Usually 25-35 minutes long. They are released each Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Wednesday is "Listener Questions" where they read emails and answer them in fast succession.

These are the ones I normally listen to. There are hundreds on iTunes. I have not listened to all of them...but these are the ones I have listened to.

I listen to podcasts in lieu of the radio, which is how I have time to listen to so many each week. It beats listening to the "real" news. Lots happier!

Ok....Hijack over! :)

Sandy321

09-16-2009, 05:20 PM

Yay! That's so funny!

I'd have a hard time waiting that long. I'd want it now and to wear it now. In fact I may just have to place a halloween order for myself. Just because.

Ooh! No I didn't, I need to go back and look. I was happy to just make it through the links, whew!

I love how your plans ended up so similar!!!

CRAFT. I am SO using that!!!

Nothing wrong with that! I put it all in outlook, pdf the pages, shrink to fit and then put them in a photo sized binder by day that actually fits in my park bag. I can't do the giant binder thingys. Of course it will have covers and such, DDP snack cheat sheets, park maps, resort info..

A DISigner!! :woohoo:

outlook, pdf pages, shring to fig.... :hippie: The HILLS are alive... with the sound of music..... :dance3:

How long have you been Disigning? Off to check your PTR - I almost clicked on it several times - I love the THV!!

All7OfUs

09-17-2009, 12:40 AM

Well I feel honored for being the first!!!!! Here's one more -->popcorn::
I always come over here to check up on what new plans you have... or just to read the funny banter.:lmao:

By your day 1 plan, I can see that the TC3 isn't going to be messing around! Now would your trip get here already so I can read your TR???????:lmao:

Why thank you! We just ran out of popcorn, and can't get it here. :eek: So, I"ll have to nibble on this quite tasty virtual version.

No, no horking around here!! We mean business!

It's scary how your plans are very similar.

Tis scary, ain't it?

Aw, it's so much fun planning, isn't it?! :goodvibes

It soooo fun planning! I think this year leading up to our trip, will be almost as fun as the real deal.

:goodvibes I'm seriously going to take up sewing - I"d like to make pillows or something for the Big Give.... :confused3

I'm not crafty - but I copy well!! :thumbsup2 (did you look at the last page of that thread I posted? :faint:

just 30 min... just 30 min... just 30 min....

*sigh

Quilting is the way to go!! I love to play with the colors and patterns! I, too, really only just copy. I have designed my own quilts, but that is a ton of work, and I'd rather have someone else to the hard work for me. :laughing: Later today, I'll post pictures of the 4!!! projects I have going. I'll take the risk of sounding like I'm blowing my own horn, but I really, really love the way each of them has turned out- so far. It's fun to have an end product, and to say you've done all by yourself!

30 minutes isn't sooo bad! You've got a great hubby who really cares a heap about you and your health!! Mine is the same way.... my best coach ever!

Yay! That's so funny!

I'd have a hard time waiting that long. I'd want it now and to wear it now. In fact I may just have to place a halloween order for myself. Just because.

Ooh! No I didn't, I need to go back and look. I was happy to just make it through the links, whew!

I love how your plans ended up so similar!!!

Nothing wrong with that! I put it all in outlook, pdf the pages, shrink to fit and then put them in a photo sized binder by day that actually fits in my park bag. I can't do the giant binder thingys. Of course it will have covers and such, DDP snack cheat sheets, park maps, resort info..

I know! I really want to wear my shirt now, but it would be soooo out of place here anyway. I'll just wait and wear it virgin style when I arrive- all the more anticipation. :goodvibes

I can't believe someone actually went back and read all the links. I look back occasionally to add a new link, and can hardly believe how many are already there!!! I guess we're a little long-winded- but then again, there ARE 2 of us, and sometimes 3. :dance3:

We are shockingly alike in our scheming and conspiring! Muahahaha!

I made a little handmade book-like thing with my Zutter Binder, which has tons of notes and scribbles in it. But I'm thinking of making a new one to actually tuck in my bag to take to the park with me. With sections for Trip Notes, Dining Notes, and all the important info. I'd LOVE to put in section dividers, but don't have the foggiest clue where to start either pilfering other people's designs or designing my own. Can I PM you??

A DISigner!! :woohoo:

outlook, pdf pages, shring to fig.... :hippie: The HILLS are alive... with the sound of music..... :dance3:

How long have you been Disigning? Off to check your PTR - I almost clicked on it several times - I love the THV!!

yes, I"m particularly thrilled to get to know E squared's Mom as well!! I'm so glad she hopped on over to join the fun!! I went over to her report last night (my time) and her family is just delightful!

eandesmom

09-17-2009, 12:52 AM

I know! I really want to wear my shirt now, but it would be soooo out of place here anyway. I'll just wait and wear it virgin style when I arrive- all the more anticipation. :goodvibes

I can't believe someone actually went back and read all the links. I look back occasionally to add a new link, and can hardly believe how many are already there!!! I guess we're a little long-winded- but then again, there ARE 2 of us, and sometimes 3. :dance3:

I made a little handmade book-like thing with my Zutter Binder, which has tons of notes and scribbles in it. But I'm thinking of making a new one to actually tuck in my bag to take to the park with me. With sections for Trip Notes, Dining Notes, and all the important info. I'd LOVE to put in section dividers, but don't have the foggiest clue where to start either pilfering other people's designs or designing my own. Can I PM you??

Ok, that makes sense on wearing the T now...duh!

I love the links, you can jump into a 50 page TR or PTR and actually join a party that is already started. Otherwise well, it's a bit overwhelming!

And of COURSE! PM away :)

yes, I"m particularly thrilled to get to know E squared's Mom as well!! I'm so glad she hopped on over to join the fun!! I went over to her report last night (my time) and her family is just delightful!

I love that, Esquared :) So glad you are joining me in my journey too!

All7OfUs

09-17-2009, 01:08 AM

Here are my responses to your very good plan...

Ok.

First...I have not looked at Liesa's plans. These are from my head.

That was the plan- for us to do this completely separately, so this exercise would be even more helpful than just giving us practice. See? It's all about making sure the Soldiers are well-prepared to do serious battle, so as to enjoy our spoils of war all the more!

And I am sick. :lmao: So...take that for what it is worth!

So, glad you're feeling at least a little better- now, let's keep our sweet self OUT of the hospital, OK? Those Skype messages you send me give me heart failure!

One thing to note...we are not releasing the TOP SECRET plans for where we plan to eat. So...you won't really know all of my motives for why I have us going certain places until you know that...I had to rearrange a little bit to have us be close to where we eat. ;)

Yes, those will have to wait my friends, until nearly ADR time, or about a month before. I know it seems like a long, long time, but the wait will be worth it, and I think the time will really fly by!! Although, I'm contemplating slowly- VERY slowly, revealing the choices by way of another guessing game. AS per KathyRN's suggestion...

Here was my overall strategy.

* We have already established that we plan to take advantage of EMH. It is September and the hours are short - so you really need to or you will miss major park time.

MAJOR!

* Having said that...I purposefully stayed away from a couple of early EMH's...:rolleyes1

* I tried to make sure we were at rope drop for each park. It is fun to see the rope drop "ceremonies" and being there early and walking quickly to our favorite attractions...and maybe riding them over and over until the lines get long or we get tired of riding. ;)

Can anyone say EE- Again!! and again, and again!?

Ok...so here goes.

*takes deep breath!*

Sunday:
Liesa and LeeAnn arrive around noon. I am already there, so I have already checked us in.
To Epcot World Showcase
Lunch in Epcot World Showcase (how is that for Top Secret!)
Dinner in a resort
To MK for EMH! This year it was until 1AM!! I hope it is that late next year! MK late at night is FUN!

Starting off at my favorite place in all of WDW, isn't a bad idea... Hmmmm....

Monday:
AK Rope Drop (no early EMH)
Lunch at AK
?? IF TIME - to our resort to change/shower? (I did this on my last Sept and it was nice to have a short break from the heat) (This may be Maroo only)
Dinner at a resort
to DHS for PM EMH til 10:00PM

Had totally not seen the DHS EMH- don't know why, they were sitting right in front of me.. :confused3 So this is another good option...

Tuesday:
Epcot Future World EMH (gotta do this one!) Soarin'!!!
eat at Epcot
Mary definitely back to resort - Hot tub time for Maroo! because.....
Liesa and LeeAnn spend HOURS at the World Showcase - :rolleyes1
Dinner at Epcot (of course, Maroo will be back by then ;))
Illuminations

Yes, hours and hours!!! I really want to photograph this area more this time! No, we won't allow you to miss this dinner- no way! Hopefully, there will be no hot tub trauma!

Wednesday:
uh...gotta be careful here...
I think we will have eaten by now. That is all I am saying.
Magic Kingdom this morning
Lunch in MK
From MK to AK in the afternoon
IF TIME - change clothes in the room
Dinner at a resort
AK Night EMH! This is only till 8 :(
Maybe hang out at POR for an hour or so to listen to Yehaw Bob (is that how you spell that?)

I"m thinking just stay at the AK until it closes then have a late dinner at prior alluded to resort? :confused3

And yes, this would be a good night to see Yeehaw Bob. does anyone know what time he plays until??

Thursday:
Rest DAY!
Lunch at a resort
Resort hopping
(not sure about supper here??)
I think we should do something special this night...:rolleyes1

I'm not sure what to do with this one... I think I'd like to something this day, maybe half a day resort hopping, and half a day in a park?? Yes, and maybe something special in the evening?? :rolleyes1

Friday:
AK am - rope drop?? We will see rope drop on Monday AM? Maybe a strolling AK day? Depending on how much we have already done? I would love to just stroll through AK - go to places I have never had time to see.
Go back to room and REST! For real. A Nap.
MNSSHP!!!!!

I had this day as our morning off. Doing relaxing things, until the party. Let's think on this day.

Saturday:
MK at rope drop. I know...we were just there. But we have not seen MK rope drop yet?? :confused3 And now...that I have been on the other side...I simply can't miss it!
Lunch at MK
Once it gets hot - back to room to change
Dinner at a resort around 6, then Spectro at 9:00, then wishes from a different location

Definitely DO want to see rope drop at MK, and a hundred other little things I've never seen! This could be seriously fun day!

Sunday:
DHS Rope Drop! Can you say...Toy Story! Over and Over
Maroo has a plane to catch. :sad1:
Ladies ?? Not sure what they are doing...but they could see Fantasmic that night. I could watch Fantasmic again...but if I don't get to see it...it will be fine. I didn't really like it. :confused3

And again, and again, and again! I also love me some ToT!!! And I guess I did promise RnRC- didn't I?? Alright, only for you, my love!! Hmmm

Yeah, maybe dinner at a resort again? or pool/ hot tubbing time, or ??

Monday:
I bet Liesa and LeeAnn hit AK at Rope Drop ;)
and leave around lunch.

Unless they just HAVE to leave from MK

I kinda like that plan- to hit AK again, just to stroll on the paths. Or we'll just leave it completely open and go to whatever park seems like we didn't get enough of.

that's nice

09-17-2009, 09:08 AM

I started going through my PTR last night and got to page 26...lol I am trying to compile a list of all the great ideas people have given me. Unfortunately, there wasn't many up to this point.:sad2: So I spent about an hour reading everything... it was pretty entertaining. One thing I did read was a little hint about where you were thinking about eating on your first day. You gave 2 choices...i don't want to give it away here.. but then Maroo quickly came and yelled at you!!! LOLOL :rotfl:

Yeehaw Bob from what I understand plays from 8-12. So if you are at AK till 8 you will have plenty of time to sit back, relax, cold drink in hand, and have some fun! with Yeehaw!;)

MAROO: Thank you so much for the list! Great write ups too! I had someone tell me yesterday about WDW Today.. I DL 3 episodes but I haven't listened to them yet. I will have to check out the others in my 'spare time'. So besides podcasts do you have time to listen to anything else?:confused3

All7OfUs

09-17-2009, 09:26 AM

One thing I did read was a little hint about where you were thinking about eating on your first day. You gave 2 choices...i don't want to give it away here.. but then Maroo quickly came and yelled at you!!! LOLOL :rotfl:

Yeehaw Bob from what I understand plays from 8-12. So if you are at AK till 8 you will have plenty of time to sit back, relax, cold drink in hand, and have some fun! with Yeehaw!;)

You are right, I did at one point drop a hint on our first of eating choices. But, honestly, I think not very many people will go back and do their homework to route these out. You should think about getting a terrier- seems like you have this kind of personality...

That's exactly what I was looking for with Yeehaw Bob's schedule. THanks!
I will definitely be there, cold drink in hand- but as for "relaxing"; I think the show isn't so condusive to sitting and contemplating... maybe more like frolicking and merry-making. I was afraid he only was on til like 10, and then it wouldn't have been worth it to rush back.

Sandy321

09-17-2009, 10:56 AM

Why thank you! We just ran out of popcorn, and can't get it here. :eek: So, I"ll have to nibble on this quite tasty virtual version.

No, no horking around here!! We mean business!

Tis scary, ain't it?

It soooo fun planning! I think this year leading up to our trip, will be almost as fun as the real deal.

seriously?!

Quilting is the way to go!! I love to play with the colors and patterns! I, too, really only just copy. I have designed my own quilts, but that is a ton of work, and I'd rather have someone else to the hard work for me. :laughing: Later today, I'll post pictures of the 4!!! projects I have going. I'll take the risk of sounding like I'm blowing my own horn, but I really, really love the way each of them has turned out- so far. It's fun to have an end product, and to say you've done all by yourself!

My mil is a quilter - she does beautiful work - first I need to learn to sew something other then repair work!! She gave dd her 'old' machine (its beautiful, really seems new!)

30 minutes isn't sooo bad! You've got a great hubby who really cares a heap about you and your health!! Mine is the same way.... my best coach ever!

and he actually is interested in our Disney plans!!

I know! I really want to wear my shirt now, but it would be soooo out of place here anyway. I'll just wait and wear it virgin style when I arrive- all the more anticipation. :goodvibes

virgin - roflol - I made a tie dye MM shirt - I wear it running - for inspiration
I can't believe someone actually went back and read all the links. I look back occasionally to add a new link, and can hardly believe how many are already there!!! I guess we're a little long-winded- but then again, there ARE 2 of us, and sometimes 3. :dance3:

We are shockingly alike in our scheming and conspiring! Muahahaha!

I made a little handmade book-like thing with my Zutter Binder, which has tons of notes and scribbles in it. But I'm thinking of making a new one to actually tuck in my bag to take to the park with me. With sections for Trip Notes, Dining Notes, and all the important info. I'd LOVE to put in section dividers, but don't have the foggiest clue where to start either pilfering other people's designs or designing my own. Can I PM you??

Didya check out my links? The one had all those special pages - just right click and save to your computer - then print - or email them to yourself and go to a place (do they have "a place" in crap-stan?) or send a PM and I'll print them and mail them to you!!

just sayin, if you are spending a year plannin it, the journal aught to be purty!!

yes, I"m particularly thrilled to get to know E squared's Mom as well!! I'm so glad she hopped on over to join the fun!! I went over to her report last night (my time) and her family is just delightful!

and I jumped in before it got too far along in the plan! :goodvibes

Just love quoting a quote! :rotfl2: Its like something is lost in translation!!

and because I cant seem to help myself... :rolleyes1

Pictures of main street ROPE Drop ceremony!! :woohoo:

http://i28.photobucket.com/albums/c228/angelmum3/Marathon%20Weekend/IMG_3958.jpg

My favorite people! These women - well if you read my report on the Half - you will know that DH and the WISH scream Teamers get to MK early before 7am to cheer us Half Runners on - and these people were on Mainstreet and - well, we're friends now - they recognized us almost a year later!!
http://i28.photobucket.com/albums/c228/angelmum3/Disney%20Oct%2008/WeddingPictures-somedisney029.jpg

All7OfUs

09-17-2009, 01:49 PM

Sandy321

09-17-2009, 02:55 PM

That's interesting that you had COMPLETELYdifferent character in your RD show than maroo did. I guess they schedule whoever they can, or mix it up just for variety? :confused3

Thanks for the links. I actually printed off a bunch tonight, and have determined for really, real to re-do my planning journal. But there ain't no way in the hot place mine will ever look like some of theirs. The only fancy mine will get is the use of my really cool Zutter Binder that puts a wire binding on it. I do have a few sheets of double-sided very nice cardstock scrapbooking paper that will go on the cover, too. Which reminds me, I should put in a request for a cover page saying something like "TC3 Week of Victory Trip, 2010".

I really hope I can get a divider title page for Port Orleans too (since that is where we're staying, right?!), and I wasn't super excited about the DHS page, so I requested a different version with less pink.

I super-uber wish I knew how to start with designing my own stuff. Do they use a program? Where do they get the clip art? Totally, completely, utterly groping in the dark here!

So, I"ve just created another post for sometime later with my super awesome, not yet made, planning notebook (only 4 x 8 in.). Give me a couple weeks, and I'll present submit it for your approval.

That's the spirit!! :thumbsup2 I could've sworn I saw a Port Orleans page divider...

I actually started with those Disigners from day 1 - the thread started on the Community board using photo shop!! I work at a jr high substitute from time to time in the tech dept - and have learned how to do some of the stuff - but I make so many mistakes!!

THey''ve gone through quite a bit of changes (their own board!!) but there are still some wonderfully kind people so willing to share!

This thread has a list of tips and links to clipart..
http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=892906

I see you posted over there on the journal thread!! Thre was a better Port Orleans page tho - on the theme board someone posted their finished journal...

check this DISigner's page!
http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r132/donatalie/2010%20Journal/Covers/

she could or you could - easily change the words!!
here's another of her dis igns

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r132/donatalie/Tshirt%20Designs/Restaurants%20and%20Resorts/Resorts/th_POR.jpg

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jenb1023

09-17-2009, 10:54 PM

[I made a decision....

No DVC for me!

I am getting too many great deals "the other way"... so I figure... why jinx it! :confused3

I think that is the right choice!

So, I'll just hang onto these little gems and we'll play compare-o-rama next September. Now, won't THAT be fun?!

I think that is a great idea!

1. I know, it will be a long shot that we actually get more ladies (or families) to join us. I think it would be fun to have more, but you are right... like it worked out for us to get to go together, a lot needs to fall into place, AND I think the Hand of Providence would need to intervene for it all to work out.

Agreed. Though I have to tell you I mentioned to DH about this trip just to lay the groundwork on the off chance it would work out. I could never come without DD (she is upset when I leave her for the day let alone going to WDW without her) but I can only pull her out of school so much. So I say to DH maybe we could all go down and you guys just stay for the weekend and I stay a few extra days. To my shock (though this whole conversation was brief and in passing and he probably does not even remember it) DH did not say No Way Jose! (the phrase not the delectable dessert)

Yeah, I'm geeky, I laminate.

Wow, I do a binder or a passporter but I have never laminated! You have a sickness! :rotfl:

Love the individual plans and the plans compared - I think you will work out the perfect plan for all of you and I will be very interested to see how much it changes in the next year.

eandesmom

09-18-2009, 12:30 AM

All7OfUs

09-18-2009, 08:06 AM

Guys, I am really, really sick!!! :sick: I was DIS-ing until about 12 last night, (and was on the phone with maroo at the same time) when my son started ralphing. By 2:00 he had gotten sick about 4 times, but I just had to go to bed. I had been laying there no more than 10 minutes when I thought, "Oh no!!" I laid there until 4:00 courageously, like a good soldier at war, fighting off "bad things". It was awful. But it got worse, by morning my whole body was wracked with fever, and I can't even hardly move. I have slept all day with my sicko kid next to me!!!

All I can say is I have never been so thankful for a househelper who could be here to cook for the kids, do the dishes, make me huge pot of chicken soup and clean up the bathroom. DH will be out of town until tomorrow night. Did I mention that I am very thankful that my water came back on last night. It had been off for 5 days!!:scared1:, and came on just in the nick of time!!! PTL!!!

Hoping to be better in a couple of days so I can be with you all again.

jenb1023

09-18-2009, 08:59 AM

Oh no! Feel better soon!

All7OfUs

09-18-2009, 11:52 PM

Thanks! It's Saturday morning now, and I still feel crappy! Ohhhhh, the headache! Had to cancel my quilting group, and had to cancel the Pride and Prejudice Marathon too. Hopefully, I can still watch some of that later today!

that's nice

09-19-2009, 12:57 AM

Leisa,
Sorry to hear that you aren't feeling well. I wonder if that Maroo gave it to you over the phone or on Skype? LOL :rotfl:

:woohoo: YAY for water! You never realize how much you depend on these things (water, electricity, heat) until they are gone.

eandesmom

09-19-2009, 01:05 AM

Oh no! that sounds awful!

I am SOOOOO glad your water came back on.

Feel better.

Sandy321

09-19-2009, 11:34 AM

Feel better! Drink lots of fresh water!! (I'm not going to take water for granted again!)

Glad you have a househelper - and a clean bathroom!! Its the little things! :wizard::wizard:

I sure hope it wasnt all that exercising youve been doing with me!! :surfweb:strenuous stuff!!

Sarilas

09-19-2009, 03:00 PM

I hope you're feeling better soon! Cancel a Pride and Prejudice marathon! ACK!

All7OfUs

09-21-2009, 01:02 AM

Sorry that it seems this poor lil' ol' PTR has died and gone to heaven; alas, your dear writers have been suffering all manner of illness and consternation. maroo with her dilemma of cancelling most of her Dec. trip (which has a happy ending for those following), and both of with an array of ailments that would have slayed the strongest of soldiers.

However, I am back, and very excited to be sharing the joys of planning a week of freedom with you, some of my dearest friends. These days I've been in bed, I've wondered how you were doing and what's been new with each of your upcoming trips.

Leisa,
Sorry to hear that you aren't feeling well. I wonder if that Maroo gave it to you over the phone or on Skype? LOL :rotfl:

:woohoo: YAY for water! You never realize how much you depend on these things (water, electricity, heat) until they are gone.

Thanks for your thoughts and well wishes. I am 100% again, and ready to start another week.

Utilities. We've ranked them from worst to be without to we can get by:

1. Water
2. Electricity
3. Internet
4. Cooking Gas
5. Telephone

We say that when we have them all it's a 5 Star day. THat way we can accordingly label our days by a 3 star day, 4 Star day, etc...

Oh no! that sounds awful!

I am SOOOOO glad your water came back on.

Feel better.

Thanks! It came on just in time for the barf-o-rama! The Lord always knows.

Feel better! Drink lots of fresh water!! (I'm not going to take water for granted again!)

Glad you have a househelper - and a clean bathroom!! Its the little things! :wizard::wizard:

I sure hope it wasnt all that exercising youve been doing with me!! :surfweb:strenuous stuff!!

Yes, me too!! She is wonderful, really like part of the family! And she makes a mean pot of chicken noodle soup which is a major bonus in times like these.

I hope you're feeling better soon! Cancel a Pride and Prejudice marathon! ACK!

We did finally get to watch it! ALL day Saturday!! WooHoo! I love that series!

All7OfUs

09-21-2009, 02:03 AM

I've been quite busy this last week, aside from the days I was completely out of commission and curled up in the fetal position on my bed. I got to thinking about the importance of a sturdy soldier's rucksack. Think of all the crucial items one who's on the battefield stuffs in that all-important sack!! Food rations, a compass, emergency flares, pocket knives, handheld radios, first aide kits, toilet paper (trust me, around here you NEVER leave without that!!), a letter from his or her sweetheart, you name it! It's in there! Furthermore, it must be properly labelled with proper ID! That is paramount!

And now, I ask you! How would a bag of the TC3 be any different whatsoever?? It must be a sturdy, all purpose bag, easy to tote around for untold miles of trekking though unknown lands of adventure, and easily identifiable. Beyond that it must also be fashionable, but not too overstated. It must be roomy enough for a soldier's every need while enjoying her week of victory, yet not too large that it becomes a burden or too heavy to ensure enjoyment.

Now, it all started out with this:

http://i291.photobucket.com/albums/ll305/All7OfUs/limegreenmickey.jpg

What to do with a little green Mickey head that I had made a few weeks ago. Hmmm.... I let myself sleep on this many a night, and really almost forgot about it, until I started reading TK and KathyRN's reports and perused the ensuing "bag drama". It was gut wrenching and full of suspense. But more than that, it had a startling effect on me! I suddenly had to have a park bag. So, I went on search for a bag that might work for carrying into the parks- probably not everyday, but mostly likely some. Seriously, I wanted to travel light, avoid the bag check lines, and go with a small Office Depot lanyard like I did last time. Room key, a little cash, Driver's license... what else could I need?

Well, I contemplated that long and hard. This trip is different. Last time, with the hoard of kids, we raced from attraction to attraction and that was about it. We had a glorious time; I wouldn't have changed a thing! But this trip, as I've stated many times is going to be different, more adult in nature, more relaxed. So, what does that have to do with a bag, you might ask?

Well, I want to slow down and smell those roses and go in search of things normally hidden to all who won't slow down. Hence I'm making a touring book with long lists of possible finds. Extra item #1. I really want to find those elusive Hidden Mickeys- I've got Steven Barrett's book. Extra item #2. A pen to write down dining and touring notes, so as to write a coherent trip report. Extra item #3. I just got my first pair of prescription sunglasses. Extra item #4. I'm hoping those cut down on the massive headaches I can get in the parks, thus cutting into my maximum enjoyment. I also want to strike out on my own once in a while, but still be in communication with my compatriots. Cell phone- Extral Item #5. The list could get longer, but I'll spare you.

So, all that to say, I went in search of a good bag, and came up with this. Bear in mind, my choices are limited, and I don't have the luxury of mail order like most of you. I can't send stuff back if I don't like it. I have to take what I can get. Suffice it to say, I don't LOVE this bag. But it will work for what I bought it for. Here's the outside:

http://i291.photobucket.com/albums/ll305/All7OfUs/miscfromcamera107.jpg

Unfortunately, it's really not a good bag. In fact, it's a piece of Chinese-made crap. I didn't even get out of the bazaar before the zipper broke off. So now I have to pinch the zipper thingy to close it. Don't bother asking. NO! You can't return things here.

And for those of you who really care, here's the inside. It has a big space inside, and a small zippered pocket on the outside.

http://i291.photobucket.com/albums/ll305/All7OfUs/miscfromcamera104.jpg

But what makes my bag really special now, is the fact that it is properly ID'd. Kinda like a DIS-sers dogtag. Now, if the yeti eats me, or I get my head chopped off by the track in Space Mountain (one of my greatest living fears), or I am gutted by gravitation forces in TOT, you can return my personal effects to my children.

Here is a close-up of the stitching I used to put my sweet little lime green Mickey Head on with. I used orange embriodery floss with a big running stitch. The finishing touch will be a little purple bow, so that all the colors of the Halloween party are incorporated. Then it will be a Minnie, not a Mickey, which is more appropriate for a girl's trip anyway.

http://i291.photobucket.com/albums/ll305/All7OfUs/Closeupofstitchingonbag.jpg

eandesmom

09-21-2009, 02:25 AM

http://i291.photobucket.com/albums/ll305/All7OfUs/Closeupofstitchingonbag.jpg

I love it. I just hope it doesn't fall apart between now and September!

:) LOVE the bow idea!

MKBekka

09-21-2009, 02:25 AM

People, please return those personal effects to me. But do NOT return her head or guts to me. Wouldn't have the slightest idea of what do to with them. :lmao:

All7OfUs

09-21-2009, 03:04 AM

I love it. I just hope it doesn't fall apart between now and September!

:) LOVE the bow idea!

I like it too. Don't love it, but do like how the LGMH turned out.

You know you're anal when:

You pack for a trip a year ahead of time. :lmao:

The bag is safely put away in my closet with all the other little items I'm hoarding away for next year. So hopefully it is not suseptible to dust or breezes, and not fall apart between now and then. Let's face it, I really can't use it except at WDW now that it has the bowless Minnie on it.

JPFamilyMom

09-21-2009, 08:14 AM

Sandy321

09-21-2009, 08:32 AM

Dis'er Dog TAg :rotfl2:

One year we went I was searching for the LGMH - in line at BTMRR - I spotted one - and I said something like "Disboards rock" or "HI, I DIS too" - I got a blank stare, then a "I dont know wth you are, leave us alone" look - very intimidating DD cracked up and said "I thought the Mickey heads meant they want to talk" :confused3 So then it dawned on these people - and they tried to say something I just smiled politely - the time passed, move on!

Another time at Epcot a mom with a LGMH was laughing with her darling child playing in the fountain, and I spotted the LGMH - and I said "Hi" you are enjoying taking your time - I wonder if this is on the tip board? She grabbed her kid and ran away! :confused3

DD and DH got a great laugh out of that one!

One time DD and I raced to the TinkerBelle Shope (I dont think they do this) but I saw a man push a lady with her dd WHO WAS IN A WHEELCHAIR and I slowed dd down - in the show they saw the behavior and the CM said all 3 familes would get seperate turns.... so I started talking to the mom with the LGMH on the wheelchair - blank stare. She even turned her back! :confused3 I told the CM dd had done this last year and we were fine just shopping! (she took care of the mean man - then spent some time with the mom and dd - but as we were beginning to leave she came up to DD and gave her a pin, and asked her if she wanted her turn! :goodvibes Its all good)

So anyway, the lesson I learned, even when you have a LGMH - it doesnt necessarily mean they want me to say "HI" :rotfl2:

MRYPPNS

09-21-2009, 08:42 AM

Dis'er Dog TAg :rotfl2:

One year we went I was searching for the LGMH -

That's horrible! Why would people take the time to make and put a LGMH on their person and not want to share a friendly hello?

maroo

09-21-2009, 09:38 AM

People, please return those personal effects to me. But do NOT return her head or guts to me. Wouldn't have the slightest idea of what do to with them. :lmao:

Bekka...Bekka...Bekka! :sad2:

You are going to have to come COLLECT her things. All of them. How else are you going to get back to Disney world?? :confused3

:rotfl2:

Goodness. We are brutal.

My favorite LGMH story...OK...I have two...

1. I had my LGMH on my bag. I was on a trip and let my friends go to the Swiss Family Tree House while I ran to the bathroom. I came back and sat on the benches right there by the treehouse...and...Of course...took my iPhone out to DIS. (What is a girl to do when there is nothing else to do??)

Then the lady sitting down the bench from me said, "Are you on the DIS?" I said, "Yes! Of course.".... Then this chill went down my spine. How did she know? She can't see my little bitty iPhone computer screen? How in the world did she know?

I have to say...I was not really friendly. :snooty: I spoke. But I did not continue the conversation. I was petrified...how did she know???? :scared1:

It was hours later when I realized it was because of my LGMH...that she must have guessed...:rolleyes1 Whoops! :laughing:

2. This was was the best!

I saw a LGMH in the line for EE. I said to the young lady (teenager)...

"Oh, you are a DISer?" She looked at me like I was from MARS! "Uh...I have no idea what you are talking about." (Suddenly the tables were turned.) Your Mickey Head...Looks like you are on the website...the Disboards...

She said, "OH! You must be one of my Mom's crazy internet friends." :flower3: Her Mom must have labeled ALL of the bags. ;)

Yeah. Well. :rolleyes1 What was really funny was the looks from the people in line. :laughing: :lmao:

Still cracks me up!

So...Liesa...enough of this talk of anything horrid happening to you on this trip. You know that all rollercoasters allow 6 feet clearance...so you would have to be standing up to loose any appendages or noggins. And TOT...surely the worst we would get is a reappearance of lunch? :confused3

But I digress!!

I LOVE the LGMH!

I have not shown you a picture of my new bag. I got it when I was in Disney because the bagallini that I had was not doing me any favors. It hurt to carry it around. Anyway.

But I need a LGMH like yours...with maroo (all lowercase letters) on there...and a hole in the ear so I can attach it to a zipper?? :flower3:

Pullleeeeeeeezzeeeee....

:flower3: :flower3: :flower3: :flower3:

TarzansKat

09-21-2009, 10:34 AM

Alright, I know it's not ideal, but I think your park bag is adorable.

And I apologize, in advance, for my dramatic ravings having driven you to the ultimate quest for a park bag.

Although, I guess it is sort of a DIS rite of passage.

I can't believe all the unfriendly LGMH wearers? Weird. :confused3

eandesmom

09-21-2009, 10:59 AM

1. I had my LGMH on my bag. I was on a trip and let my friends go to the Swiss Family Tree House while I ran to the bathroom. I came back and sat on the benches right there by the treehouse...and...Of course...took my iPhone out to DIS. (What is a girl to do when there is nothing else to do??)

Then the lady sitting down the bench from me said, "Are you on the DIS?" I said, "Yes! Of course.".... Then this chill went down my spine. How did she know? She can't see my little bitty iPhone computer screen? How in the world did she know?

I have to say...I was not really friendly. :snooty: I spoke. But I did not continue the conversation. I was petrified...how did she know???? :scared1:

It was hours later when I realized it was because of my LGMH...that she must have guessed...:rolleyes1 Whoops! :laughing:

:flower3: :flower3: :flower3: :flower3:

Ok, I can see myself TOTALLY doing that!

Over on the camping board they make site markers, and in the cabins, put them in the windows. I didn't do it as I was worried exactly that would happen, someone would ask the kids, or DH and they'd be like...HUH?

Hmmnn.........

that's nice

09-21-2009, 12:41 PM

But what makes my bag really special now, is the fact that it is properly ID'd. Kinda like a DIS-sers dogtag. Now, if the yeti eats me, or I get my head chopped off by the track in Space Mountain (one of my greatest living fears), or I am gutted by gravitation forces in TOT, you can return my personal effects to my children.

Here is a close-up of the stitching I used to put my sweet little lime green Mickey Head on with. I used orange embriodery floss with a big running stitch. The finishing touch will be a little purple bow, so that all the colors of the Halloween party are incorporated. Then it will be a Minnie, not a Mickey, which is more appropriate for a girl's trip anyway.

http://i291.photobucket.com/albums/ll305/All7OfUs/Closeupofstitchingonbag.jpg
Great bag... I love the LGMH! I am trying to figure out where to put mine. I just have the paper ones from Home Depot. I was thinking of laminating them, punching a hole in it, then attaching it to my book bag. Most of the time my bag is under the stroller though. Maybe I need to put one on the stroller too.:confused3

When I go on roller coasters I like to ride with my hands up. On SM, I get scared putting my hands so I keep them down. I really would like to get off the ride with all my appendages attached!!!!!:rotfl:

Pollito916

09-21-2009, 12:48 PM

Love the LGMH confrontation stories! :lmao: That would make a good subject for the CB....maybe I'll head over there and start a new thread! :thumbsup2

All7OfUs

09-21-2009, 12:50 PM

What a cute idea. I cut out a smaller size green mickey head and put my screen name on it, but was just going to attach it to my bag, like an actual tag. I like your idea much better, VERY cute, can't wait to see the finished product with the bow.

Thanks! I really do like it turned out, and the more I think about it, the more I like it, esp, since it's a Halloween trip. If anyone wants to send a piece of purple ribbon, let me know...:worship:

Dis'er Dog TAg :rotfl2:

So anyway, the lesson I learned, even when you have a LGMH - it doesnt necessarily mean they want me to say "HI" :rotfl2:

Your stories are very humorous- looking back, of course. But sad too. What is wrong with people that they won't tolerate a little friendly chatter?? :confused3

That's horrible! Why would people take the time to make and put a LGMH on their person and not want to share a friendly hello?

Exactly what I'm sayin! If you put on on, it seems a given that you would WANT to meet people and make some new friends to hang out with here!

Bekka...Bekka...Bekka! :sad2:

You are going to have to come COLLECT her things. All of them. How else are you going to get back to Disney world?? :confused3

:rotfl2:

Goodness. We are brutal.

It was hours later when I realized it was because of my LGMH...that she must have guessed...:rolleyes1 Whoops! :laughing:

So...Liesa...enough of this talk of anything horrid happening to you on this trip. You know that all rollercoasters allow 6 feet clearance...so you would have to be standing up to loose any appendages or noggins. And TOT...surely the worst we would get is a reappearance of lunch? :confused3

But I digress!!

I LOVE the LGMH!

I have not shown you a picture of my new bag. I got it when I was in Disney because the bagallini that I had was not doing me any favors. It hurt to carry it around. Anyway.

But I need a LGMH like yours...with maroo (all lowercase letters) on there...and a hole in the ear so I can attach it to a zipper?? :flower3:

Pullleeeeeeeezzeeeee....

She actually may have recognized you from your pictures here?? :confused3 You are pretty famous around these parts, ya know.

Glad you like the bag! It will be in all your pictures...

Of course you can have a LGMH too! I will make you one right away-since you asked so nicely. :hug:

Oh, an idea... never mind it involved arm flab and SM.

Alright, I know it's not ideal, but I think your park bag is adorable.

And I apologize, in advance, for my dramatic ravings having driven you to the ultimate quest for a park bag.

Although, I guess it is sort of a DIS rite of passage.

I can't believe all the unfriendly LGMH wearers? Weird. :confused3

Goody, now I'm significant and loved. :love: HA! All because of a bag.

Weird indeed!

Ok, I can see myself TOTALLY doing that!

Over on the camping board they make site markers, and in the cabins, put them in the windows. I didn't do it as I was worried exactly that would happen, someone would ask the kids, or DH and they'd be like...HUH?

Hmmnn.........

The campers on the camping board are nutz! Some even go so far as to make Mickey shaped LIGHT POSTS to install at their sites!! Crazy!! But oh so fun!! They are THE nicest bunch of folks you could ever meet!

last year, I made a site marker too. We named our site "Camp Weenie Forks" :lmao: It was hilarious!! I wish I had a picture of our site marker before it got destroyed by the typhoons that hit for the first several days of our trip. Sad. :sad2:

All7OfUs

09-21-2009, 12:56 PM

Great bag... I love the LGMH! I am trying to figure out where to put mine. I just have the paper ones from Home Depot. I was thinking of laminating them, punching a hole in it, then attaching it to my book bag. Most of the time my bag is under the stroller though. Maybe I need to put one on the stroller too.:confused3

When I go on roller coasters I like to ride with my hands up. On SM, I get scared putting my hands so I keep them down. I really would like to get off the ride with all my appendages attached!!!!!:rotfl:

See, I'm glad I"m not the only one who's got a fanatical phobia of getting limbs ripped off by steel tracks! Seriously those scare the poop out of me! In fact, I like to shut my eyes on that ride. There's just a bunch of stars to see anyway. Having said that, I do hope there will be some fun changes (the crappy track included) with the refurb.

Yes, go with on the stroller! And don't get sauce when a fellow DIS-er wants to just say howdy. I mean really people, DIS-er or no, be civil and say hi back! Oh, yeah, and go with laminate too. Lamination and I have a sick love affair. (See previous posts)

Love the LGMH confrontation stories! :lmao: That would make a good subject for the CB....maybe I'll head over there and start a new thread! :thumbsup2

Aren't they funny and odd??! Yes, do start one. I'll check tomorrow morning for it.

eandesmom

09-21-2009, 01:22 PM

Thanks! I really do like it turned out, and the more I think about it, the more I like it, esp, since it's a Halloween trip. If anyone wants to send a piece of purple ribbon, let me know...:worship:

The campers on the camping board are nutz! Some even go so far as to make Mickey shaped LIGHT POSTS to install at their sites!! Crazy!! But oh so fun!! They are THE nicest bunch of folks you could ever meet!

last year, I made a site marker too. We named our site "Camp Weenie Forks" :lmao: It was hilarious!! I wish I had a picture of our site marker before it got destroyed by the typhoons that hit for the first several days of our trip. Sad. :sad2:

I have purple ribbon. Actually a couple of kinds...
:goodvibes

I love the Mickey lamp posts, they have instructions on the site as to how to make them yourself, they are a DIY project lol. I loved the camping board and am so glad I found it but...staying in a cabin you are treated a little bit like a 2nd class citizen by some...like you aren't really camping. Which of course you aren't. But then again I don't consider an RV really camping either!

It's really an RV board I think. I mean it's great that they love it so much but if people wanted to rent an RV they would. They picked a cabin because they wanted a cabin!

:confused3

TarzansKat

09-21-2009, 04:29 PM

Oh, you were always significant and loved, my dear, now I just said it out loud! :hug:

jenb1023

09-21-2009, 04:55 PM

Good work on the bag and the LGMH! My trip is in 39 days and I've managed to liberate some LGMH from HD and make ADR's and that is about it!

Sleepingbooty

09-21-2009, 05:22 PM

:wave: Phew - I made it! Gosh, I feel like I'm really late - page 61 for pete's sake - but you do have almost a year to go, so I guess I'm not that late in the grand scheme of things. I'm so loving your PTR, you guys are having such a good time planning, I hope the trip itself is just as much of a hoot! Love your choice of POR, its our favorite.

Sorry I missed the Pride and Predjudice marathon. I've been on a Jane Austen kick myself lately - I just watched Northanger Abbey this weekend. So good! Does Netflix deliver to Blankistan?

maroo

09-21-2009, 06:33 PM

Good work on the bag and the LGMH! My trip is in 39 days and I've managed to liberate some LGMH from HD and make ADR's and that is about it!

Since you don't have a pre-trip report....

You must share...HERE!!

What are your ADRs???

I can't wait to see pics when you guys go. Simply can not wait!!!

Tell Jordan I said HI!

KathyRN137

09-21-2009, 10:41 PM

So you mean to tell me that all this time I've been wearing bright Lime Green Crocs in the parks and thousands of people concluded that I was fashion-challenged? :confused3

Seriously, the first time I wore my LGMHs on my bag I expected to meet dozens of DISers. I didn't see a single LGMH that entire week!

The second time, I did meet a DISer (whgrn) in Toy Story Pizza Planet. (She was standing behind me in line and noticed my tag.) That was fun!

Don't give up on the LGMHs. Even if you only meet one DISer because of them, it will be worth it! :thumbsup2

Kathy

All7OfUs

09-21-2009, 11:54 PM

I have purple ribbon. Actually a couple of kinds...
:goodvibes

I love the Mickey lamp posts, they have instructions on the site as to how to make them yourself, they are a DIY project lol. I loved the camping board and am so glad I found it but...staying in a cabin you are treated a little bit like a 2nd class citizen by some...like you aren't really camping. Which of course you aren't. But then again I don't consider an RV really camping either!

It's really an RV board I think. I mean it's great that they love it so much but if people wanted to rent an RV they would. They picked a cabin because they wanted a cabin!

:confused3

Hmmm... now how to get that ribbon here. I can PM you my address if you really want to send it on.

I saw those instructions, and lmao! They take their camping so seriously. But I think you're right. RVing isn't hardcore camping, just staying in a really really small value! Hmmm, now that I think about it, it's actually more like a studio, cuz you get the kitchen. :lmao:

I think some on the camping board think that those who stay in the Lodge or in the cabins have a tude, but I haven't seen it. Everyone I've ever met, just wants to have a great family vacay just like everyone else. :confused3

Oh, you were always significant and loved, my dear, now I just said it out loud! :hug:

I was totally just needling you guys when I said that. Apparently it had my intended effect. :rotfl2: but, you know what? Moms ARE like small children- we like to be told too. Isn't it great to have friends? Okay, going now to hug my kids and tell them I love them.

Good work on the bag and the LGMH! My trip is in 39 days and I've managed to liberate some LGMH from HD and make ADR's and that is about it!

39 DAYS!!! :cool1: How did it get here so fast?? Soooooo.... where are those ADRs?

Thanks on the bag. It was a lot of fun getting it done (except the ribbon, which is no big deal to add.) Hey, think I should hot glue it on, or stitch it on?? I think I should go with stitching... more permanent. :confused3

:wave: Phew - I made it! Gosh, I feel like I'm really late - page 61 for pete's sake - but you do have almost a year to go, so I guess I'm not that late in the grand scheme of things. I'm so loving your PTR, you guys are having such a good time planning, I hope the trip itself is just as much of a hoot! Love your choice of POR, its our favorite.

Sorry I missed the Pride and Predjudice marathon. I've been on a Jane Austen kick myself lately - I just watched Northanger Abbey this weekend. So good! Does Netflix deliver to Blankistan?

OMG!!! Looky!! Someone new to tease and torment. OK, so just totally kidding!! WELCOME to the Cirque du TC3- :dance3: so glad to have you aboard! :cheer2: (You know why I use that smilie and not the welcome one?? Cuz it's on the first page, and I don't have to go and open up the rest :rotfl2: (that one's the on the first page too))

We do have a way long time to get things all sorted out, and when they do, I'm sure maroo will shake things up. ;) But until then, we sure are having a great time! I like POR too, I hope we end up staying there.

I didn't even know that there was Northanger Abbey done!! Was it done by BBC or someone else?? Can you send the info. and I'll order online from Amazon and have my mom send it. No, unfortunately no Netflix, but that's the one thing we ask for when people want to send a gift or carepackage. MOVIES. :yay:

Since you don't have a pre-trip report....

You must share...HERE!!

What are your ADRs???

I can't wait to see pics when you guys go. Simply can not wait!!!

Tell Jordan I said HI!

Here, here!

So you mean to tell me that all this time I've been wearing bright Lime Green Crocs in the parks and thousands of people concluded that I was fashion-challenged? :confused3

Seriously, the first time I wore my LGMHs on my bag I expected to meet dozens of DISers. I didn't see a single LGMH that entire week!

The second time, I did meet a DISer (whgrn) in Toy Story Pizza Planet. (She was standing behind me in line and noticed my tag.) That was fun!

Don't give up on the LGMHs. Even if you only meet one DISer because of them, it will be worth it! :thumbsup2

Kathy

Kathy, Kathy, you are NEVER "fashion challenged"! I've seen loads of your pictures, and fashion-challenged is one word I would never use to describe you!! See, your LGMH was perfectly matched and coordinated with your LG Crocs!!!

I think it's hit and miss with them. In fact, I'm thinking that unless you really have a meet set up, you probably won't run into anyone; and if you do, they turn and run like you're a slasher anyway.

Nevertheless, we will proudly wear them emblazoned on our fashionable and color-coordinated bags (can't go too wrong with black :lmao:) and hope we aren't seen as Charles Manson followers, and that children aren't scooped from our presence like we have the plague.

eandesmom

09-22-2009, 01:48 AM

Hmmm... now how to get that ribbon here. I can PM you my address if you really want to send it on.

Do! :)

All7OfUs

09-22-2009, 08:06 AM

Done. :)

jenb1023

09-22-2009, 09:11 AM

Since you don't have a pre-trip report....

You must share...HERE!!

What are your ADRs???

I can't wait to see pics when you guys go. Simply can not wait!!!

Tell Jordan I said HI!

39 DAYS!!! :cool1: How did it get here so fast?? Soooooo.... where are those ADRs?

Well, I am such a wise woman that I am attempting to start a PTR if I can get it finished today. This thought is a little insane for several reasons - 1) I leave in 38 days 2) We sold our house and I am moving in 4 days so I am a teeny bit busy lol 3) work is busy and 4) Jordan is back to school and all of those activities which of course I am right in the middle of.

But, I figure, you guys like my brand of crazy or we wouldn't all get along so well and I don't know when my next trip will be and I would really like to do a PTR/TR. So, if you can forgive what will most likely be a PTR that is not quite as witty and verbose as I would like it to be, then I think I will go for it!

Sandy321

09-22-2009, 09:50 AM

Well, I am such a wise woman that I am attempting to start a PTR if I can get it finished today. This thought is a little insane for several reasons - 1) I leave in 38 days 2) We sold our house and I am moving in 4 days so I am a teeny bit busy lol 3) work is busy and 4) Jordan is back to school and all of those activities which of course I am right in the middle of.

But, I figure, you guys like my brand of crazy or we wouldn't all get along so well and I don't know when my next trip will be and I would really like to do a PTR/TR. So, if you can forgive what will most likely be a PTR that is not quite as witty and verbose as I would like it to be, then I think I will go for it!

:thumbsup2 works for me!! (of course hijacking other PTR works for me too :rolleyes1)

Good Luck in the move!

So are we all supposed to post a pic of our Disney bags? sometime in the next 10 months or so? and if you (Leisa) gets "bag envy" do we have to send you a bag? ;) ;)

I made a dent on the pre trip reports - I didnt get to 5 of them tho! (send a prayer for Deyki as he was having migraines) I SERIOUSLY have to go to the laundromat! :laundy: and I hear I am in training, so that means 3 1/2 miles today... :faint:

All7OfUs

09-22-2009, 10:59 AM

But, I figure, you guys like my brand of crazy or we wouldn't all get along so well... So, if you can forgive what will most likely be a PTR that is not quite as witty and verbose as I would like it to be, then I think I will go for it!

:dance3: Crazy?? Who said crazy??

We can certainly forgive lack of verbosity, but never a slip up with their vs. there vs. they're. :lmao:

I'll be checking your siggie.

[QUOTE=Sandy321;33671418So are we all supposed to post a pic of our Disney bags? sometime in the next 10 months or so? and if you (Leisa) gets "bag envy" do we have to send you a bag? ;) ;)

[/QUOTE]

All bags can be sent even prior to bag envy! Make sure the zipper works.

Sleepingbooty

09-22-2009, 11:14 AM

OMG!!! Looky!! Someone new to tease and torment. OK, so just totally kidding!! WELCOME to the Cirque du TC3- :dance3: so glad to have you aboard! :cheer2: (You know why I use that smilie and not the welcome one?? Cuz it's on the first page, and I don't have to go and open up the rest :rotfl2: (that one's the on the first page too))

We do have a way long time to get things all sorted out, and when they do, I'm sure maroo will shake things up. ;) But until then, we sure are having a great time! I like POR too, I hope we end up staying there.

I didn't even know that there was Northanger Abbey done!! Was it done by BBC or someone else?? Can you send the info. and I'll order online from Amazon and have my mom send it. No, unfortunately no Netflix, but that's the one thing we ask for when people want to send a gift or carepackage. MOVIES. :yay:

Found the version I rented on Amazon : Northanger Abbey (http://www.amazon.com/Masterpiece-Theatre-Northanger-JJ-Field/dp/B000Z27HLS/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=dvd&qid=1253632130&sr=8-1)
It was SO good! I thought it was BBC, but when I looked it up for you I saw it was made by Masterpiece Theater. Surprisingly well made, and the casting is dead on! Enjoy!

Oh, and thanks for the warm welcome - I'm looking forward to following along with you for the next year.

maroo

09-22-2009, 11:31 AM

Well, I am such a wise woman that I am attempting to start a PTR if I can get it finished today. This thought is a little insane for several reasons - 1) I leave in 38 days 2) We sold our house and I am moving in 4 days so I am a teeny bit busy lol 3) work is busy and 4) Jordan is back to school and all of those activities which of course I am right in the middle of.

But, I figure, you guys like my brand of crazy or we wouldn't all get along so well and I don't know when my next trip will be and I would really like to do a PTR/TR. So, if you can forgive what will most likely be a PTR that is not quite as witty and verbose as I would like it to be, then I think I will go for it!

Friend....

You should definitely start a pre-trip report!

One picture of each cast member...dates...ADR's....show your plans...and there ya have it!

I can even enterain the folks with some Magic Meets pics. :rolleyes1 PSS: I AM going to finish that TR! I am! I am!

We pretty much just talk to ourselves anyway! :)

that's nice

09-22-2009, 12:27 PM

We pretty much just talk to ourselves anyway! :)

LOLOL It does feel like that sometimes, doesn't it?:confused3:lmao:

eandesmom

09-22-2009, 12:31 PM

Done.

:thumbsup2

maroo

09-22-2009, 03:44 PM

pooh'smate

09-22-2009, 10:08 PM

I will be praying for Lauren.:hug:

All7OfUs

09-23-2009, 12:53 AM

I am about to post this in about four places...

So if this is a duplicate, please disregard - or pray twice ;)

Lauren - my dear friend with severe CP - has the swine flu. Despite our best efforts to prevent it.

I am very, very nervous about this. We have lost several kids in MS to this flu this year and with her underlying conditions, this can be very serious.

She started Tamiflu last night because William already had it...so that is good.

Please pray for them!!

OHHHHHHHHHH NOOOOOOOOO!! We had all really hoped this would not happen! How is she doing tonight? Is she comfortable? Will they keep her home? I know her resp. system is so fragile!

I will be praying for Lauren.:hug:

We all will be- send her our love!!

All7OfUs

09-23-2009, 06:00 AM

So, today I did my bi-weekly add up the costs routine (am I the only one who obsesses like this?) and realized again what a great deal maroo scored for us a couple of weeks ago! However, while we are still in original budget of $1,500, there isn't a whole lot of leeway between the "as-of-right-now-plans" total and that magic hard-stop number.

Okay... First off, the amount I have for the free dining BB package maroo booked for us at POR:

Room with 1 day ticket------- $1,950/3= $650 per person
Upgrade to 8 day tix------------------= $158
Add Park Hoppers----------------------= $52
MNSSHP-------------------------------=$60
Morning Groceries----------------------=$10 pp
Flights to/from MCO--------------------=$200
Tips/Adult Drinks-----------------------=$80
Souvenirs------------------------------=$50
Extra Expenses that may happen--------=$100

$1,360 for my portion

Now, the expenses I estimated IF we were to do a room only booking:

Room Only $165 per night x 9----------=$495
Tickets for 8 days (w/PH)-------------=$295 from Undercover
Food (INCLUDING a couple adult drinks AND tips AND SNAX!) = $360
Groceries------------------------------=$10
MNSSHP-------------------------------=$60
Flights to/from MCO--------------------=$200
Souvenirs------------------------------=$50
Extras---------------------------------=$100

Grand Total: $1,570

Since I'm so kind-hearted I'll employ my calculator for you, and tell you the savings is approx. $210.

To be honest, I was really hoping to keep this trip to a very do-able $1,200, and we're already over that by $100, so some things may have to go; I'm very okay with that.

Anyway, I always like to see other peoples' musings on this subject, and would love to hear the "experts" opinions on whether the math is right or not.

So far, so good??

MRYPPNS

09-23-2009, 09:49 AM

Ok I'll take a crack at it.

I am assuming that $165/night for POR is full rack rate with taxes. Because the package price that was quoted to maroo would have had taxes included.

I will then assume that you will be able to get a room only discount making your per night cost approx $105. A savings of $60 per night or to you a savings of $180 total.

Now that makes the package and room only about break even. I don't know what you have planned for restaurants but at this point food is the only cost you can control. So I would do more calculations based on what you really want to do for food. Remember that the package includes tax already....when you figure out what it would cost OOP you have to add in the tax at 6.5%

I hope that was somewhat helpful.

tinkgurl

09-23-2009, 10:18 AM

Me do Math?! :rotfl2::lmao::rotfl: Sorry...can't help you there!

But I would like to say that I will be praying and thinking of Lauren. :guilty:

I love having park hoppers, so that's a must...And..I have to say, you are AWESOME for only limiting yourself $50 for souvenirs! :worship:

eandesmom

09-23-2009, 10:46 AM

am I the only one who obsesses like this?

I think by now you have figured out that you have a comrade-in-arms in the "obsess over budgets and finances now for a trip 11 months away" category.

:goodvibes

I agree with Heidi though, the only way to really compare is to figure out where you are going to eat, what you'd eat and then compare FD to what you'd have paid OOP. How you use those FD credits makes all the difference in the world as to whether it is a good deal or not.

Your 2nd scenario assumes you will only spend a total of $40 a day not including the grocery budget. I dunno. For me, including a couple of adult drinks and snacks at Disney prices that'd be really hard to pull off every day. It seems doable on the face of it. Breakfast in the room. A CS lunch and drinks, $10 tops. Dinner, $30 tops. But once you add tax, snacks and adult bevvies, you could easily go over quickly. However....if you want to do your sit down meals for lunch or breakfast and you are considering CS for dinner, it paints a very different financial scenario.

All I know is this. For us, based on how we used the plan last year, we saved about $350. And we had 11 unused CS credits. Had we used them, it would have been more!

that's nice

09-23-2009, 12:40 PM

Okay... First off, the amount I have for the free dining BB package maroo booked for us at POR:

Room with 1 day ticket------- $1,950/3= $650 per person
Upgrade to 8 day tix------------------= $158
Add Park Hoppers----------------------= $52
MNSSHP-------------------------------=$60
Morning Groceries----------------------=$10 pp
Flights to/from MCO--------------------=$200
Tips/Adult Drinks-----------------------=$80
Souvenirs------------------------------=$50
Extra Expenses that may happen--------=$100

$1,360 for my portion

Now, the expenses I estimated IF we were to do a room only booking:

Room Only $165 per night x 9----------=$495
Tickets for 8 days (w/PH)-------------=$295 from Undercover
Food (INCLUDING a couple adult drinks AND tips AND SNAX!) = $360
Groceries------------------------------=$10
MNSSHP-------------------------------=$60
Flights to/from MCO--------------------=$200
Souvenirs------------------------------=$50
Extras---------------------------------=$100

Grand Total: $1,570

I think in both scenarios you are shorting money towards tips/adult drinks and food. We don't know where you are eating yet but the tax and tip of those TS meals adds up pretty quick. Say you had 4 adult drinks over the 8? (or 7?) days at $8 a pop that already brings you to $32. That only leaves you $48 of tips and tax for the week. I think you need to add in a little more.

Also only $10 for breakfast foods.... I might be getting picky here but do you think the TC3 are only going to spend that? A couple cases of water, drinks (soda, OJ, snapple, milk) and then a few boxes of cereal or pop tarts or danish probably will be over $30. Obviously if you spent $50 total its not going to 'break' your budget.

I'm just thinking you might want to up your extra expenses amount a tad. Or you can use that money you 'found' to go towards this. I think it is always better to budget more than have $ left over than to break the budget and feel disappointed.:goodvibes

I just reread my post and I'm not trying to sound negative.:sad2: I think you are saving money doing the FD IF you planed on eating a TS meal every day (or 7 over the 7 days). I enjoy sitting down and relaxing and having a nice meal (mostly dinner) in some AC. It's good you have 11 months to figure all this out. So if you need to raise a little more capital, you are able to!!!:goodvibes

jenb1023

09-23-2009, 02:24 PM

:thumbsup2 works for me!! (of course hijacking other PTR works for me too :rolleyes1)

Good Luck in the move!

So are we all supposed to post a pic of our Disney bags? sometime in the next 10 months or so? and if you (Leisa) gets "bag envy" do we have to send you a bag? ;) ;)

I made a dent on the pre trip reports - I didnt get to 5 of them tho! (send a prayer for Deyki as he was having migraines) I SERIOUSLY have to go to the laundromat! :laundy: and I hear I am in training, so that means 3 1/2 miles today... :faint:

:dance3: Crazy?? Who said crazy??

We can certainly forgive lack of verbosity, but never a slip up with their vs. there vs. they're. :lmao:

I'll be checking your siggie.

All bags can be sent even prior to bag envy! Make sure the zipper works.

Friend....

You should definitely start a pre-trip report!

One picture of each cast member...dates...ADR's....show your plans...and there ya have it!

I can even enterain the folks with some Magic Meets pics. :rolleyes1 PSS: I AM going to finish that TR! I am! I am!

We pretty much just talk to ourselves anyway! :)

LOLOL It does feel like that sometimes, doesn't it?:confused3:lmao:

Thanks for the support everyone! I will try to get it posted today!

Liesa - you are absolutely right! I may not be my usual witty self but you will not find a their when it should be there or effect when it should be affect (one of my personal pet peeves).

I am about to post this in about four places...

So if this is a duplicate, please disregard - or pray twice ;)

Lauren - my dear friend with severe CP - has the swine flu. Despite our best efforts to prevent it.

I am very, very nervous about this. We have lost several kids in MS to this flu this year and with her underlying conditions, this can be very serious.

She started Tamiflu last night because William already had it...so that is good.

Please pray for them!!

You know I am praying - keep us posted!

So, today I did my bi-weekly add up the costs routine (am I the only one who obsesses like this?) and realized again what a great deal maroo scored for us a couple of weeks ago! However, while we are still in original budget of $1,500, there isn't a whole lot of leeway between the "as-of-right-now-plans" total and that magic hard-stop number.

Okay... First off, the amount I have for the free dining BB package maroo booked for us at POR:

Room with 1 day ticket------- $1,950/3= $650 per person
Upgrade to 8 day tix------------------= $158
Add Park Hoppers----------------------= $52
MNSSHP-------------------------------=$60
Morning Groceries----------------------=$10 pp
Flights to/from MCO--------------------=$200
Tips/Adult Drinks-----------------------=$80
Souvenirs------------------------------=$50
Extra Expenses that may happen--------=$100

$1,360 for my portion

Now, the expenses I estimated IF we were to do a room only booking:

Room Only $165 per night x 9----------=$495
Tickets for 8 days (w/PH)-------------=$295 from Undercover
Food (INCLUDING a couple adult drinks AND tips AND SNAX!) = $360
Groceries------------------------------=$10
MNSSHP-------------------------------=$60
Flights to/from MCO--------------------=$200
Souvenirs------------------------------=$50
Extras---------------------------------=$100

Grand Total: $1,570

Since I'm so kind-hearted I'll employ my calculator for you, and tell you the savings is approx. $210.

To be honest, I was really hoping to keep this trip to a very do-able $1,200, and we're already over that by $100, so some things may have to go; I'm very okay with that.

Anyway, I always like to see other peoples' musings on this subject, and would love to hear the "experts" opinions on whether the math is right or not.

So far, so good??

I do have some experience in Disney math since I received both free dining and a discounted room pin code for our upcoming trip. I talked to my TA who contacted CRO and by all accounts if you are planning for several TS restaurants either way - FD is usually cheaper. (unless of course you are staying deluxe and get a 40% off room code) I do agree that you may not have enough money allocated for tips/adult beverages. I know when we did FD last year tips really added up.

I am pretty sure all people sharing a room have to be on the same plan so would you all drop free dining in favor of a room only discount if it would in fact save you money?

JPFamilyMom

09-23-2009, 08:51 PM

well, estimating costs would like others said depend on your dining selections of course :rolleyes1

but I'm thinking if you are doing a lot of TS meals the FD is probably the better way to go.

maroo

09-23-2009, 10:19 PM

First of all...

Lauren is still quite sick. She seemed better today, but as the night wore on she has spiked another fever and is puny. :(

Please keep praying for her!

About the budget...

I think add $25 to the flights. My flights this year were $227.00 with fees and tax and that was Southwest (which I believe you will probably fly?).

Tips...I tipped more than 20% on my last trip. The CM's were just so wonderful - more than I ever expected! My tips ended up costing quite a bit. Of course, I am a steak person...so I tend to order expensive stuff. (Go figure :snooty:) I also tip at buffets...not sure if you counted that. I honestly don't tip a lot at buffets at home...but in Disney I tip a lot.

And....not to confuse the issue...

But what would happen if we had a Tables in Wonderland card instead of FD? That gets 20% off at most TS restaurants and some CS...not sure which ones are on our list and I just don't have the energy to look right now.

But there is a chance I will have already purchased one for my December and Jan trips (I would buy one in Dec). I am already toying with going NEXT December...yes, 2010...if they have the meets...so it would be good for December, Jan, Sept and Dec. So...it is something I am looking into.

So....not to confuse the issue....but check that out when you are doing the math. :)

jenb1023

09-23-2009, 10:29 PM

In case anyone is interested, I started my PTR (see link in signature).

Good luck with the Disney math!

All7OfUs

09-24-2009, 12:28 AM

I'll put some responses embedded into quotes. Ok I'll take a crack at it.

I am assuming that $165/night for POR is full rack rate with taxes. Because the package price that was quoted to maroo would have had taxes included.

Here's what I went with on the price w/o actually knowing what rack rate Mary booked us with.

$149 per night + $15 per night for extra adult= $165 per night (I know there's tax, but I didn't include it, to keep things round)---- so divided by 3 X 9 = $495 RIGHT??

I will then assume that you will be able to get a room only discount making your per night cost approx $105. A savings of $60 per night or to you a savings of $180 total.

I don't know anything about HOW to get a room only discount... where do you go to get it? I do know I have a PIN that came by e-mail, but haven't called assuming we'd be going with FD. Maybe maroo should call for me on this....?

Now that makes the package and room only about break even. I don't know what you have planned for restaurants but at this point food is the only cost you can control. So I would do more calculations based on what you really want to do for food. Remember that the package includes tax already....when you figure out what it would cost OOP you have to add in the tax at 6.5%

YOu know it's funny when I was doing all this math a couple of months ago, I came out with an even (I mean so even, it was within about $10!!) amount too. I remember coming to the conclusion that the only advantage to getting free dining was that I'd be able to get soft drinks or tea, which I wouldn't normally get and don't need.

I hope that was somewhat helpful.

Me do Math?! :rotfl2::lmao::rotfl: Sorry...can't help you there!

But I would like to say that I will be praying and thinking of Lauren. :guilty:

I love having park hoppers, so that's a must...And..I have to say, you are AWESOME for only limiting yourself $50 for souvenirs! :worship:

I have a very short list of things I want. But that will be a whole series of their own posts probably starting next month :) I really can't see myself spending a whole lot more than this.

I think by now you have figured out that you have a comrade-in-arms in the "obsess over budgets and finances now for a trip 11 months away" category.

:goodvibes

So glad I can depend on the army of the Mouse to help me out here. I really need this exercise of bouncing ideas off you all! :worship:

I agree with Heidi though, the only way to really compare is to figure out where you are going to eat, what you'd eat and then compare FD to what you'd have paid OOP. How you use those FD credits makes all the difference in the world as to whether it is a good deal or not.

I have gone over EVERY menu with fine tooth fork to figure out EXACTLY what I'd likely order at each place we'll probably eat at. NOW, I should have put in a few assumptions to help you all out.

I assumed we'd be eating at a CS, a TS, and a snack each day, just like on FD- whether we're on it or not, I like this plan.

Your 2nd scenario assumes you will only spend a total of $40 a day not including the grocery budget. I dunno. For me, including a couple of adult drinks and snacks at Disney prices that'd be really hard to pull off every day. It seems doable on the face of it. Breakfast in the room. A CS lunch and drinks, $10 tops. Dinner, $30 tops. But once you add tax, snacks and adult bevvies, you could easily go over quickly. However....if you want to do your sit down meals for lunch or breakfast and you are considering CS for dinner, it paints a very different financial scenario.

Both Mary and I sat down one night on the phone, and I spelled out everthing I'd likely order, and mine actually came to AN AVERAGE!!! of about $38 a day. I am just not a big eater. I rarely order dessert, and if I did, I'd surely split it with someone. I don't order anything other than water, but there are 2 places LeeAnn and I will probably get the wine flight. We won't be getting any other adult drinks except maybe 1 or 2 by the pool once. So, that's $16 for the mixed drinks and $25 ?? (can't find prices on the flights) times 2 = $50 $50+$16=$66. So, you're right need to add about $15 to drinks.

Secondly, yes, some of our TS will be lunches.

Dinners often only added up to around $25.

All I know is this. For us, based on how we used the plan last year, we saved about $350. And we had 11 unused CS credits. Had we used them, it would have been more!

I think in both scenarios you are shorting money towards tips/adult drinks and food. We don't know where you are eating yet but the tax and tip of those TS meals adds up pretty quick. Say you had 4 adult drinks over the 8? (or 7?) days at $8 a pop that already brings you to $32. That only leaves you $48 of tips and tax for the week. I think you need to add in a little more.

Okay, I know this is a HUGE, HUGE, sticky subject, but I can only be very honest and tell you what I do. I really don't want to start a big hairy debate. I am not a huge tipper just because I'm in Disney. Of course being there gives me warm fuzzy feelings and all that, but I'm normally a 15-18% tipper- tops. No matter how nice they are. So, say my bill is $25, that's a $4.50 tip. $4.50 X 9 TS meals is around $40.

Obviously the nights I get my wine flights I'll tip more, but probably more likely cuz I won't be thinking as clearly. HA! So you see, I"m still under my $80 budgeted.

Also only $10 for breakfast foods.... I might be getting picky here but do you think the TC3 are only going to spend that? A couple cases of water, drinks (soda, OJ, snapple, milk) and then a few boxes of cereal or pop tarts or danish probably will be over $30. Obviously if you spent $50 total its not going to 'break' your budget.

Yeah, at first I thought I'd be doing Garden Grocer, but then realized it's only like a 2 hour flight, so I think I'll just pack my own bagels, cream cheese, and stuff. We won't be getting any soda or water. (Water is free at the CS places (with ice), and I bring those little powder thingys). So I can't see even spending what I 've bought. I'm usually not even hungry until 11:00, so I can even skip breakfast, and head straight to Caseys early!! :lmao:

I'm just thinking you might want to up your extra expenses amount a tad. Or you can use that money you 'found' to go towards this. I think it is always better to budget more than have $ left over than to break the budget and feel disappointed.:goodvibes

You are right! I don't want to feel like I've skimped and saved too much on this trip. I'll likely NEVER have another opp. to do this again (I go with that mindset every time I go!), so don't want to say, as I muse the benefits of that little piece of blown glass or that taxi ride home, that I can't afford it.

I just reread my post and I'm not trying to sound negative.:sad2: I think you are saving money doing the FD IF you planed on eating a TS meal every day (or 7 over the 7 days). I enjoy sitting down and relaxing and having a nice meal (mostly dinner) in some AC. It's good you have 11 months to figure all this out. So if you need to raise a little more capital, you are able to!!!:goodvibes

I'm already at $1,200 banked and ready. The last $300 won't be too hard over 11 months.

Liesa - you are absolutely right! I may not be my usual witty self but you will not find a their when it should be there or effect when it should be affect (one of my personal pet peeves).

HA! Go good grammar comrade!

I do have some experience in Disney math since I received both free dining and a discounted room pin code for our upcoming trip. I talked to my TA who contacted CRO and by all accounts if you are planning for several TS restaurants either way - FD is usually cheaper. (unless of course you are staying deluxe and get a 40% off room code) I do agree that you may not have enough money allocated for tips/adult beverages. I know when we did FD last year tips really added up.

Deluxe is not in the plan right now. See comments above for tips and bevs.

I am pretty sure all people sharing a room have to be on the same plan so would you all drop free dining in favor of a room only discount if it would in fact save you money?

Yes, we would all have to give up FD. LeeAnn doesn't even know FD exists and is just along for the ride. Whatever we decide she's good with, as long as it stays in the $1,500 budget. Maroo, on the other hand is a steak kind of gal, so it woud def. impact her. :lmao: I had actually planned on a couple of the vegetarian choices! You know me! :rotfl2:

well, estimating costs would like others said depend on your dining selections of course :rolleyes1

but I'm thinking if you are doing a lot of TS meals the FD is probably the better way to go.

Well, put. We went with one TS per day, just as the doctor ordered. popcorn::

First of all...

Lauren is still quite sick. She seemed better today, but as the night wore on she has spiked another fever and is puny. :(

Please keep praying for her!

We certainly will!!! Poor thing! :sick:

About the budget...

I think add $25 to the flights. My flights this year were $227.00 with fees and tax and that was Southwest (which I believe you will probably fly?).

Okay, will do!

Tips...I tipped more than 20% on my last trip. The CM's were just so wonderful - more than I ever expected! My tips ended up costing quite a bit. Of course, I am a steak person...so I tend to order expensive stuff. (Go figure :snooty:) I also tip at buffets...not sure if you counted that. I honestly don't tip a lot at buffets at home...but in Disney I tip a lot.

I think you do tip more than me in general, but going with the $25 for my estimates then at 20%, it's still only $5. Yes, I"ll tip at buffets, but less, they are only bringing me a drink for goodness sakes.

And....not to confuse the issue...

But what would happen if we had a Tables in Wonderland card instead of FD? That gets 20% off at most TS restaurants and some CS...not sure which ones are on our list and I just don't have the energy to look right now.

I'm already fried from just trying to figure this out. But, hey, can someone for sure answer how to get the room only discount? Then we can move from there, right? If we could get a room only dc. AND get the TiW card, I honestly do feel like it MAY be cheaper?? Just a gut feeling.

But there is a chance I will have already purchased one for my December and Jan trips (I would buy one in Dec). I am already toying with going NEXT December...yes, 2010...if they have the meets...so it would be good for December, Jan, Sept and Dec. So...it is something I am looking into.

Let me know.

So....not to confuse the issue....but check that out when you are doing the math. :)

In case anyone is interested, I started my PTR (see link in signature).

Good luck with the Disney math!

Chekcing it out now. :thumbsup2

Pollito916

09-24-2009, 12:29 AM

All7OfUs

09-24-2009, 12:48 AM

I agree with what many others are saying on food costs. Though it is possible to do it cheaper by eating more CS and sharing meals at TS if you do not do FD. I think $10pp is reasonable for groceries. Breakfast can be done pretty cheap in room with some cereal, milk, granola bars, etc. It's not like you'll be able to make bacon & eggs in the room every morning! :rotfl2:

I know Maroo said to add $ for the flight, but I would think you could actually do it cheaper. Won't you be in TN - I would think you should be able to get a sale or Ding! fare on SW for $150 or less. Just start watching ~ 6 months out is when they post fares, I think.

Also, one thing to keep in mind - this trip is probably once in a lifetime - the extra $100 or so is probably worth it if you can swing it and can't find a way to cut costs! :thumbsup2

Added:
Looks like we posted at the same time! For a room only discount, keep an eye on http://www.mousesavers.com/ I haven't been looking much lately, but I know when I was researching for my last trip, a lot of the room-only discounts were for AP holders (Maroo would qualify??) and FL residents. Good luck!

GREAT advice and comments!

OK, I have to add to the comments already made above. Both LeeAnn and I are quite small eaters. I can already see that with the FD MUCHO amounts of food is going to go to waste. Coming from someone who has lived where food is not for fun, this is such a shame- I hate our glutonous culture sometimes. (Okay, sorry- that was probably too much commentary)

LeeAnn and I could easily split meals no problem- except at buffets obviously, and do great! Even adding an appie (not a big dessert person) would still be cheaper! Splitting would not faze me in the least!

I'm thinking a quick bagel with cream cheese with a refill of something in mug or my own homebrew coffee (VERY, VERY important- EVERY morning!!!!!!!) will easily suffice. Not so much into breakfast at all.

I agree! About the same time we need to make our ADRs, I'll have to watch for fares. I can see a cheap one coming my way. but that's a wait and see proposition.

You are so right. It is very likely a once in a lifetime affair. But I don't want the $100 to be spend on something that could have been avoided by choosing the right "package". I know everyone goes through this agony, but a couple of hundred bucks is worth finding, I think.

MKBekka

09-24-2009, 04:10 AM

Hey Mom! is this-:dance3: -the unspoken icon for you three? I think it makes a good one!

MRYPPNS

09-24-2009, 08:52 AM

After reading all your replies I'm convinced that you could save more money with a room-only discount and the TIW card for food. (I actually think you'd be better off paying oop even if maroo doesn't get the card but I bet she will :goodvibes). In regards to the room discount....between the 3 of you I'm sure you would score an email pin code that works. If not you will just have to wait until closer to your dates when Disney releases the discounts. :wizard:

jenb1023

09-24-2009, 10:18 AM

Now that I know more, I think a room only discount would be the same price or maybe a little cheaper as FD for you. If Maroo gets the TIW card, then I would think room only will definitely be cheaper for you.

FD is definitely a better deal for those that are either big eaters or like to order expensive items or both. We took my parents for FD last year and my Dad took great delight in ordering the most expensive meal and dessert because he could and he ordered a milkshake whenever he could instead of a soda just because. Disney definitely lost money on FD with my family! :lmao:

It should be no problem to get a room discount code. Between the three of you, you might get e-mailed a pin code. If not, there is usually some sort of discount code offered first to Disney Visa card holders and then to the general public. Do any of you have a Disney Visa? Also, if Maroo is still an AP holder which I assume she will be, there always seems to be some sort of AP discount. If there are no room only discounts to be found from the above, I know AAA members get a discount but I am not sure if you can do room only or if it has to be a package.

maroo

09-24-2009, 11:16 AM

I am going to have to comment insides quotes, too...Because I am on hold and may not have long.

I agree with what many others are saying on food costs. Though it is possible to do it cheaper by eating more CS and sharing meals at TS if you do not do FD. I think $10pp is reasonable for groceries. Breakfast can be done pretty cheap in room with some cereal, milk, granola bars, etc. It's not like you'll be able to make bacon & eggs in the room every morning! :rotfl2:

I won't personally need more than $10 in food. Poptarts and milk and cereal and I will be good to go for breakfast! :)

I know Maroo said to add $ for the flight, but I would think you could actually do it cheaper. Won't you be in TN - I would think you should be able to get a sale or Ding! fare on SW for $150 or less. Just start watching ~ 6 months out is when they post fares, I think.

There never were any DING flights for my dates (which was the same exact week that we are going next year). That could just be Jackson - but I am a DING person and never saw one. I rebooked twice to get a lower fare, but the lowest we had was $90 or $95 each way, which came to $227 or so with tax and fees.

Also, one thing to keep in mind - this trip is probably once in a lifetime - the extra $100 or so is probably worth it if you can swing it and can't find a way to cut costs! :thumbsup2

Added:
Looks like we posted at the same time! For a room only discount, keep an eye on http://www.mousesavers.com/ I haven't been looking much lately, but I know when I was researching for my last trip, a lot of the room-only discounts were for AP holders (Maroo would qualify??) and FL residents. Good luck!

AP - I am not sure if I am doing an AP or not...

That is probably worth a whole post....?? I may post about that in a sec...

GREAT advice and comments!

OK, I have to add to the comments already made above. Both LeeAnn and I are quite small eaters. I can already see that with the FD MUCHO amounts of food is going to go to waste. Coming from someone who has lived where food is not for fun, this is such a shame- I hate our glutonous culture sometimes. (Okay, sorry- that was probably too much commentary)

LeeAnn and I could easily split meals no problem- except at buffets obviously, and do great! Even adding an appie (not a big dessert person) would still be cheaper! Splitting would not faze me in the least!

I'm thinking a quick bagel with cream cheese with a refill of something in mug or my own homebrew coffee (VERY, VERY important- EVERY morning!!!!!!!) will easily suffice. Not so much into breakfast at all.

I agree! About the same time we need to make our ADRs, I'll have to watch for fares. I can see a cheap one coming my way. but that's a wait and see proposition.

You are so right. It is very likely a once in a lifetime affair. But I don't want the $100 to be spend on something that could have been avoided by choosing the right "package". I know everyone goes through this agony, but a couple of hundred bucks is worth finding, I think.

Definitely! on all of the above!

After reading all your replies I'm convinced that you could save more money with a room-only discount and the TIW card for food. (I actually think you'd be better off paying oop even if maroo doesn't get the card but I bet she will :goodvibes). In regards to the room discount....between the 3 of you I'm sure you would score an email pin code that works. If not you will just have to wait until closer to your dates when Disney releases the discounts. :wizard:

I am SURE we can get a room discount code...some way!

Now that I know more, I think a room only discount would be the same price or maybe a little cheaper as FD for you. If Maroo gets the TIW card, then I would think room only will definitely be cheaper for you.

FD is definitely a better deal for those that are either big eaters or like to order expensive items or both. We took my parents for FD last year and my Dad took great delight in ordering the most expensive meal and dessert because he could and he ordered a milkshake whenever he could instead of a soda just because. Disney definitely lost money on FD with my family! :lmao:

It should be no problem to get a room discount code. Between the three of you, you might get e-mailed a pin code. If not, there is usually some sort of discount code offered first to Disney Visa card holders and then to the general public. Do any of you have a Disney Visa? Also, if Maroo is still an AP holder which I assume she will be, there always seems to be some sort of AP discount. If there are no room only discounts to be found from the above, I know AAA members get a discount but I am not sure if you can do room only or if it has to be a package.

No Disney Visa here. In fact...I have NO credit cards. Just a debit card. I am a Dave Ramsey fan. :thumbsup2

jenb1023

09-24-2009, 12:40 PM

No Disney Visa here. In fact...I have NO credit cards. Just a debit card. I am a Dave Ramsey fan. :thumbsup2

Oh no! :scared1: I love :love: credit cards! I should mention though that I love credit cards for the rewards - we pay them off every month and have never carried a balance. To me, if I can get free stuff, why not? On our upcoming trip to WDW, DD and I are flying for free from credit card points. This will be the 3rd time we are able to do that - I charge everything then make a payment every time we get paid. I will say that I know not everyone is disciplined enough or knows their budget well enough to do this but it works great for us!

Pollito916

09-24-2009, 01:28 PM

Both LeeAnn and I are quite small eaters. I can already see that with the FD MUCHO amounts of food is going to go to waste. Coming from someone who has lived where food is not for fun, this is such a shame- I hate our glutonous culture sometimes. (Okay, sorry- that was probably too much commentary)

LeeAnn and I could easily split meals no problem- except at buffets obviously, and do great! Even adding an appie (not a big dessert person) would still be cheaper! Splitting would not faze me in the least!

I'm thinking a quick bagel with cream cheese with a refill of something in mug or my own homebrew coffee (VERY, VERY important- EVERY morning!!!!!!!) will easily suffice. Not so much into breakfast at all.

Ok - if you are planning to split more meals, it seems like the room only package would work out better for you. I hope you find a good discount! :wizard:

eandesmom

09-24-2009, 01:42 PM

Given what you describe as your eating habits, room only may be a better deal if you get a PIN. It sounds like you have one, what is it for?

I on the other hand am gluttonous and eat like a horse though I would vastly prefer an ap over dessert. Although I do clean my plate.

It does allow us to order things that we wouldn't normally cost wise, especially for the kids. And for me I like knowing I don't have to add as I go during the trip which makes it much more vacation like. We would not typically buy snacks though, so again it all feels like one big treat.

However if you are using your TS for breakfast or lunch then the plan just does not pay off IMHO.

Sleepingbooty

09-24-2009, 06:37 PM

I have to say, for us, the dining plan has always been a great deal. We've paid for it a couple times, and we've gotten it free 3 times. I compared the different discounts we were likely to be able to get, and staying at a Value, obviously the free dining is the best discount out there. At a moderate, it beat out a 40% pin code just barely, and at a Deluxe, you'd be better off with a good room only deal. But honestly, I'd rather do the plan because I just like knowing that all my food is prepaid, and I don't even have to think about the cost.

I'd be a little worried about estimating your food cost, not using the DDP, factoring in sharing meals. Yes, there is a ton of food and you certainly COULD share, but what happens if you never want to order the same thing? You may find that you don't share meals as much as you thought.

Like someone else said, I think you might want to bump up the numbers on the adult bev/tip column. Maybe $50 on tips, and then figure $9 per adult bev (they are usually around $8, plus a tip to the bartender). Why do they charge so much for drinks?:confused3 I'm always defending Disney's prices to people, but I do think their drinks are high. Although, I don't drink much at home, so maybe I'm just behind the times. Do we pay $9 for a margarita everywhere now??

All7OfUs

09-25-2009, 05:41 AM

Oh no! :scared1: I love :love: credit cards! I should mention though that I love credit cards for the rewards - we pay them off every month and have never carried a balance. To me, if I can get free stuff, why not? On our upcoming trip to WDW, DD and I are flying for free from credit card points. This will be the 3rd time we are able to do that - I charge everything then make a payment every time we get paid. I will say that I know not everyone is disciplined enough or knows their budget well enough to do this but it works great for us!

sorry! You've got one more Dave Ramsey fan here. We have 1 credit card that we've used exactly once in the last 10 years. In fact, they cancelled us, and wouldn't renew it because we had to "use at least once a year to keep it active". Next, it will be a chip in your forehead... :sad2: If we don't have the cash to pay for it, we don't need it. But we do have one (from a diff. company) for emergencies, like an evac. out of here if things go to hell in a handbasket. You never know anymore about anywhere...

Ok - if you are planning to split more meals, it seems like the room only package would work out better for you. I hope you find a good discount! :wizard:

Okay, I went back and took a good look at where we'll be eating, and after seeing again, only 1 (:scared1:) of our TS meals is a place where we CAN split! The rest are either buffets, set meals, or in places that I would just plain old feel weird about doing so. (Tim, I know you live to guess where these places are, so there you go- the hint of the month ;)) So, after all that, there won't be as much splitting as I'd like. However, ALL of our CS places can be split, which brings in another dyanamic... I like to eat small portions, but often. AND I LOVE VARIETY!! So, I can totally see us getting a CS meal around 10:30 when we get there, and then another one later in the day for an afternoon snack. Anyway, stretching the CS credits sounds great to me.

Given what you describe as your eating habits, room only may be a better deal if you get a PIN. It sounds like you have one, what is it for?

I on the other hand am gluttonous and eat like a horse though I would vastly prefer an ap over dessert. Although I do clean my plate.

It does allow us to order things that we wouldn't normally cost wise, especially for the kids. And for me I like knowing I don't have to add as I go during the trip which makes it much more vacation like. We would not typically buy snacks though, so again it all feels like one big treat.

However if you are using your TS for breakfast or lunch then the plan just does not pay off IMHO.

We only have plans for one TS credit going toward a breakfast. The rest for nicer sit-down places at dinner (and a few lunches). I think you're right... after all this debate, and a loooooong phone call with maroo last night, here's what we came up with. We're keeping the FD as it stands right now. After adding and re-adding, it is still about $210 cheaper. BUT IF a room only discount comes our way, we'll probably take it. Time will have to bear this all out.

I will concede though, that the thought of having it all "taken care of" is very tempting! Not thinking about cost and having that hang over me like a dead horse would be very nice indeed!

I have to say, for us, the dining plan has always been a great deal. We've paid for it a couple times, and we've gotten it free 3 times. I compared the different discounts we were likely to be able to get, and staying at a Value, obviously the free dining is the best discount out there. At a moderate, it beat out a 40% pin code just barely, and at a Deluxe, you'd be better off with a good room only deal. But honestly, I'd rather do the plan because I just like knowing that all my food is prepaid, and I don't even have to think about the cost.

I'd be a little worried about estimating your food cost, not using the DDP, factoring in sharing meals. Yes, there is a ton of food and you certainly COULD share, but what happens if you never want to order the same thing? You may find that you don't share meals as much as you thought.

Like someone else said, I think you might want to bump up the numbers on the adult bev/tip column. Maybe $50 on tips, and then figure $9 per adult bev (they are usually around $8, plus a tip to the bartender). Why do they charge so much for drinks?:confused3 I'm always defending Disney's prices to people, but I do think their drinks are high. Although, I don't drink much at home, so maybe I'm just behind the times. Do we pay $9 for a margarita everywhere now??

Like I said before, up above, it turns out that only 1 of our planned places is condusive to sharing. So out went that idea.

Yeah, so WHAT is up with the $8 and $9 for a drink?? A good happy hour price is about $4. Not being a big drinker either, NOT BY A LONG SHOT, in fact, that's a hard price to swallow. The only ones for sure I want is the Lapu Lapu (which is even more than $8!@!!!!) and a mint julep if I can find one. (Anyone know where a good minty would be found?) Those 2 wine flights will be a treat as well. (splitting those!)

JPFamilyMom

09-25-2009, 07:49 AM

I don't drink either, like never (mostly cause of having two kids in the last 4 1/2 yrs- pregnancy/nursing and alcohol don't mix ;)) But reading so many TR's about certain drinks have me intrigued too, but yeah $8/9 is a lot to swallow. But I think that is the going rate, I don't know I lived in Vegas before and the drinks in clubs and restaurants there are a lot too.:confused3

I also don't have any credit cards, but have thought about the Disney Visa for the rewards.

So do we get a hint on those restaurants or was the they are all buffets minus one our hint?:rolleyes1

that's nice

09-25-2009, 08:21 AM

sorry! You've got one more Dave Ramsey fan here. We have 1 credit card that we've used exactly once in the last 10 years. In fact, they cancelled us, and wouldn't renew it because we had to "use at least once a year to keep it active". Next, it will be a chip in your forehead... :sad2: If we don't have the cash to pay for it, we don't need it.
I wish I didn't have CC bills. A few years ago when we lived in a condo, I walked out to goto work. As I was walking up to my truck one of my doors were open. I was think 'WOW I left a door open all night. I'm such an idiot!' As I got closer I saw something wasn't right. Someone broke into my truck taking over $20,000 in music and another $1000 in DJ equipment. Althoug there was another $10,000+ of equipment that they left in there. I cannot tell you the feeling I had. They tried to pop my ignition but they were unsuccessful. I'm not sure is something spooked them. Why would they leave all the other equipment? They also stole my radio and took all my change.:lmao: I find that comical.. steal a $100 radio and take $10 in change while leaving all that other equipment in the back. What dummies!:sad2: Then when a certain someone needed 2 root canals in the dead of winter and another certain someone has not really been working too much, how do you pay for it?

So I've been working to get our CC's paid off. We are getting there. But I can say that if I need to charge something on there like a rental car or plane tickets, I just pay what I charged and I also pay a monthly payment. So my balance is still going down, not up!

Whew, I didn't think that would of taken so long!!!

But we do have one (from a diff. company) for emergencies, like an evac. out of here if things go to hell in a handbasket.
LOL!!!!!:lmao: :rotfl: :lmao: :rotfl:

Okay, I went back and took a good look at where we'll be eating, and after seeing again, only 1 (:scared1:) of our TS meals is a place where we CAN split! The rest are either buffets, set meals, or in places that I would just plain old feel weird about doing so. (Tim, I know you live to guess where these places are, so there you go- the hint of the month ;)) So, after all that, there won't be as much splitting as I'd like. However, ALL of our CS places can be split, which brings in another dyanamic... I like to eat small portions, but often. AND I LOVE VARIETY!! So, I can totally see us getting a CS meal around 10:30 when we get there, and then another one later in the day for an afternoon snack. Anyway, stretching the CS credits sounds great to me.
So when can we start guessing??????:confused3

We only have plans for one TS credit going toward a breakfast. The rest for nicer sit-down places at dinner (and a few lunches). I think you're right... after all this debate, and a loooooong phone call with maroo last night, here's what we came up with. We're keeping the FD as it stands right now. After adding and re-adding, it is still about $210 cheaper. BUT IF a room only discount comes our way, we'll probably take it. Time will have to bear this all out.
Nice hints!!!!
I think you should keep what you have for now. And then hope for a PIN or a crazy discount!

I will concede though, that the thought of having it all "taken care of" is very tempting! Not thinking about cost and having that hang over me like a dead horse would be very nice indeed!

This was a plus on our trip. I still found us pulling out the money. When we ate at Tony's, DW & I split a salad before dinner. And they always ask for tax & tip... I wish that was included!

Like I said before, up above, it turns out that only 1 of our planned places is condusive to sharing. So out went that idea.
More hints!!!!!

Yeah, so WHAT is up with the $8 and $9 for a drink?? A good happy hour price is about $4. Not being a big drinker either, NOT BY A LONG SHOT, in fact, that's a hard price to swallow. The only ones for sure I want is the Lapu Lapu (which is even more than $8!@!!!!) and a mint julep if I can find one. (Anyone know where a good minty would be found?) Those 2 wine flights will be a treat as well. (splitting those!)
Welcome to 2009. When you have drinks out they are expensive. But only having a few, I'm sure the TC3 can swing it!

In March, we stopped at the grocery store to buy some snacks and we picked up 2 6packs and just left them in the fridge. At the end of the week
we still had a few drinks left. But we saved quite a bit of money doing this. Plus when you are sitting in a room at 9:30 with all the lights off, it's fun having an adult drink!:rotfl2:

maroo

09-25-2009, 11:21 AM

All7OfUs

09-25-2009, 12:05 PM

Girl- you make me laugh!!! First you don't even remember me telling you I had a PIN code (I'll give you this one, since it was the night before you left) and now you don't remember our conversation about 2 days ago (my evening) all about FD vs. room only. I think it's me who should be doing the asking if things are ok! :rotfl2:

Basically, we had decided to keep our pkg. as is unless we get something better, ie, 40% room code. I think it was actually a chat NOT a real live call. You even sent me the link to mousesavers. You DO remember this right?

Nope. No airport parking for me. Good old mom and dad will drop me off! I so love them to pieces. Remember how nice they were when we had lunch with them in Nashy??

Yeah, at $9 a pop for one drink that adds up quick. Good thing there will only be a couple.

Sandy321

09-25-2009, 05:42 PM

KathyRN137

09-26-2009, 01:00 AM

I am about to post this in about four places...

So if this is a duplicate, please disregard - or pray twice ;)

Lauren - my dear friend with severe CP - has the swine flu. Despite our best efforts to prevent it.

I am very, very nervous about this. We have lost several kids in MS to this flu this year and with her underlying conditions, this can be very serious.

She started Tamiflu last night because William already had it...so that is good.

Please pray for them!!

Oh No! :sad2: That's terrible!

Add me to the prayer chain...

Kathy

KathyRN137

09-26-2009, 01:04 AM

after all this debate, and a loooooong phone call with maroo last night, here's what we came up with. We're keeping the FD as it stands right now. After adding and re-adding, it is still about $210 cheaper. BUT IF a room only discount comes our way, we'll probably take it. Time will have to bear this all out.

Sounds like a plan! :thumbsup2

Kathy

eandesmom

09-26-2009, 01:08 AM

Maroo and Liesa, you are cracking me up!

Get a bottle of wine or 6 pack for the room :) Or if you prefer, a small bottle of rum and 6 pack of diet coke

You'll save $64!

:rotfl:

It is nice having it taken care of even if costs end up being equal, for me it less me relax a lot more, but I think waiting to see what discounts come out is a good plan. Also, those desserts can be taken back to the room in a box and sometimes they will sub fruit if you prefer.....That said I can't see them doing the 4/3 at the same time as FD. Could be a 40% PIN though....

Love the dining hints!

All7OfUs

09-26-2009, 07:10 AM

:surfweb:

My head hurts!!

ITA about keeping free dining - I've been going back and forth on buying the DDP vs OOP - even if its $50 savings... :rolleyes1 but the problem with paying for DDP - you will eat it!! ;) If we went w/o the DDP, I'd skip desserts, I'd order the cheapest thing, and I wouldnt make an adr for TS every day! So we'd save ALOT more than $50!! :rotfl2:

Also didnt Tim have a hint about a 4/3 deal coming up? Bet that wouldnt include free dining!! Get out the calculator!!

Adult Beverages woohoo!! I will pay for the Grey Goose Slush - HORRID Expensive... then beyond that, I have a few tricks I do - I love the Rosa Regale in Italy - its a berry flavor/smelling "champagne" Its $10 for a glass - delightful! BUT do buy the whole bottle for $19 to take back to the room! (and if you cant split the whole bottle do make sure you have a champagne/stopper its $4 at our liquor store - not sure if they sell it at Disney!) and the stopper will keep the champagne bubbles fresh for a week!!

Also you can buy bottles of wine that have screw tops!! IF you are into the wine!! I also have a tendency to get the OJ or Coke for my breakfast CS in the resort - save it for my "adult beverage" (I bring or ship rum or vodka!) for later in the room....

Goodness, you people make me thinks I gave a wrong impression!! Here's the plan... ONE Lapu Lapu, one (or possibly 2) wine flights at TS dinners and MAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAYBE a glass of something fun by the pool on a quieter of our evenings, or maybe a little something at the Yeehaw Bob gig. That's it. Really, I hope I haven't made myself out to be a wine-o, word slurring, slobbering drunk. :lmao:

Having said that, I do lOVE your idea of getting a whole bottle and champ. and taking it to the balcony one evening :)

Can I just for the record say that TK's installment of her and Tink sitting in a quiet place sipping something nommy-good just really sat well with me?? Starting the trip off with good friends in a quiet place, catching up with one another, getting the feel and mood for things to come- I'm so all over that. Maroo doesn't imbibe at all, I don't think (am I right?), so we're really going to stress the "getting to know one another" part of this, def. not the drinks; although it has been said that wine "makes the heart merry". ;)

4/3 Deal? Tim are you holding out on us? Did I miss something? Maroo, did you, queen of all deals? :lmao:

Oh No! :sad2: That's terrible!

Add me to the prayer chain...

Kathy

Last I heard she is improving quite well, but that's been 12 hours or more. Hope that's still the case.

Maroo and Liesa, you are cracking me up!

Get a bottle of wine or 6 pack for the room :) Or if you prefer, a small bottle of rum and 6 pack of diet coke

You'll save $64!

:rotfl:

It is nice having it taken care of even if costs end up being equal, for me it less me relax a lot more, but I think waiting to see what discounts come out is a good plan. Also, those desserts can be taken back to the room in a box and sometimes they will sub fruit if you prefer.....That said I can't see them doing the 4/3 at the same time as FD. Could be a 40% PIN though....

Love the dining hints!

Maybe Garden Grocer can take care of these add-on items. Anyone know if they do alcohol?? Probably not, I'm guessing.

I admit, I really do like the thought of not having to think about it once there. On the other hand, I really don't want more food than I can eat either. What a horrible dilemma!! Ah well, it probably won't matter in the end~~

Sandy321

09-26-2009, 09:31 AM

All7OfUs

09-26-2009, 10:12 AM

yes - garden grocer does alcohol as an add on - in the comment section you add it - then you either fax a copy of your Driver's License, or you have to be there to show that you are indeed over 21 ;)

If you havent had the Rosa Regale - its bubbly like champagne, but not harsh bubbles, not yeasty - its truly fresh, smells like berries - AWESOME!

Lapu Lapu - ask the bartender to make one 'virgin' for Maroo!! And then know that drink goes down real smooth - to slow the slurping it up I take the straw and dig out the pineapple on the side! Then its a fruit, its a drink!! :thumbsup2

What? NO GREY GOOSE SLUSH! :rotfl: and you think we may believe you are a lush! :rotfl: Guess that will be relageted to me! :sad:

See. There ya go, maroo! A fruit!!! Which if I recall correctly counts as a veggie on this trip?

Great to know about Garden Grocer. This indeed is my latest obsession. Since maroo announced she would be flying, as opposed to driving, we'll have to either pack our own groceries (not so sure about this option) or order through GG. That way the yogurts and fruit and milk/cream arrives fresher than if it had gone by way of underbelly of aeroplane.

Well, although I've heard many a wonderful thing about the grey goosie, I think I'll most likely pass. I just can't bring myself to spend that exhorbinate amount of dough on it. I've heard good things, in fact, about a lot of nommy concoctions in EPCOT and elsewhere, but the prices just plain old scare me off.

No, I was totally just kidding! Really, I just don't drink a lot. I do like a nice glass of wine with dinner about twice a month, and a mixed drink about once every 4 months. But I figure, I can let my hair down an eensy weensy bit more with no culture that has a 75% alcoholic rate and a bunch of kids kidding me about having my one glass. :lmao:

maroo

09-26-2009, 11:46 AM

Oh no! :scared1: I love :love: credit cards! I should mention though that I love credit cards for the rewards - we pay them off every month and have never carried a balance. To me, if I can get free stuff, why not? On our upcoming trip to WDW, DD and I are flying for free from credit card points. This will be the 3rd time we are able to do that - I charge everything then make a payment every time we get paid. I will say that I know not everyone is disciplined enough or knows their budget well enough to do this but it works great for us!

Now THIS is the way to do it! And I am so glad it works for you. I know me...I would not be able to keep it up not charging stuff...I am sure I would use it to float credit eventually. :rolleyes:

I think it was actually a chat NOT a real live call. You even sent me the link to mousesavers. You DO remember this right?

Whew! I feel better! So this was your night...my morning! And it was a chat! :upsidedow

Chat...:surfweb:

Call...:mic:

You know I love you...but I had a sudden fear I had lost time?!? :eek: :flower3:

:surfweb:

My head hurts!!

ITA about keeping free dining - I've been going back and forth on buying the DDP vs OOP - even if its $50 savings... :rolleyes1 but the problem with paying for DDP - you will eat it!! ;) If we went w/o the DDP, I'd skip desserts, I'd order the cheapest thing, and I wouldnt make an adr for TS every day! So we'd save ALOT more than $50!! :rotfl2:

Disney Math! :thumbsup2

Also didnt Tim have a hint about a 4/3 deal coming up? Bet that wouldnt include free dining!! Get out the calculator!!

Adult Beverages woohoo!! I will pay for the Grey Goose Slush - HORRID Expensive... then beyond that, I have a few tricks I do - I love the Rosa Regale in Italy - its a berry flavor/smelling "champagne" Its $10 for a glass - delightful! BUT do buy the whole bottle for $19 to take back to the room! (and if you cant split the whole bottle do make sure you have a champagne/stopper its $4 at our liquor store - not sure if they sell it at Disney!) and the stopper will keep the champagne bubbles fresh for a week!!

Also you can buy bottles of wine that have screw tops!! IF you are into the wine!! I also have a tendency to get the OJ or Coke for my breakfast CS in the resort - save it for my "adult beverage" (I bring or ship rum or vodka!) for later in the room....

You all are cracking me up!!!

Oh No! :sad2: That's terrible!

Add me to the prayer chain...

Kathy

Thank you...and please keep praying for her.

We are not really surprised...but she is not really bouncing back. She can sit in her chair for a few hours. And if she sits still (doesn't write or move around much) then she is "fine" - but if she writes (which requires her to move her whole upper body...if that makes sense) or moves around much, then she doesn't feel well and has to lie down.

The plan is to let her continue to catch up on homework this weekend and basically rest. She will probably go to church on Sunday since she has not had fever for days.

But please pray for her. She is so sensitive to illness. It can take her down very fast.

The fact that she got the flu and we kept her out of the hospital...is actually a very, very good feat!

Maroo and Liesa, you are cracking me up!

Get a bottle of wine or 6 pack for the room :) Or if you prefer, a small bottle of rum and 6 pack of diet coke

You'll save $64!

:rotfl:

It is nice having it taken care of even if costs end up being equal, for me it less me relax a lot more, but I think waiting to see what discounts come out is a good plan. Also, those desserts can be taken back to the room in a box and sometimes they will sub fruit if you prefer.....That said I can't see them doing the 4/3 at the same time as FD. Could be a 40% PIN though....

Love the dining hints!

I don't think we will have a 4/3 deal going still in Sept. But I hope EVERYONE takes advantage of the 4/3 deal this Spring (since it is such a good deal)...because we all win... FD people get FD and empty parks! :thumbsup2 (and hurricanes...but who's counting)....

Goodness, you people make me thinks I gave a wrong impression!! Here's the plan... ONE Lapu Lapu, one (or possibly 2) wine flights at TS dinners and MAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAYBE a glass of something fun by the pool on a quieter of our evenings, or maybe a little something at the Yeehaw Bob gig. That's it. Really, I hope I haven't made myself out to be a wine-o, word slurring, slobbering drunk. :lmao:

Having said that, I do lOVE your idea of getting a whole bottle and champ. and taking it to the balcony one evening :)

Can I just for the record say that TK's installment of her and Tink sitting in a quiet place sipping something nommy-good just really sat well with me?? Starting the trip off with good friends in a quiet place, catching up with one another, getting the feel and mood for things to come- I'm so all over that. Maroo doesn't imbibe at all, I don't think (am I right?), so we're really going to stress the "getting to know one another" part of this, def. not the drinks; although it has been said that wine "makes the heart merry". ;)

4/3 Deal? Tim are you holding out on us? Did I miss something? Maroo, did you, queen of all deals? :lmao:

I do know about the 4/3...found out on Friday...I think? Or Thursday? Saw it on Twitter. But it has not been officially announced yet!

Lapu Lapu - ask the bartender to make one 'virgin' for Maroo!! And then know that drink goes down real smooth - to slow the slurping it up I take the straw and dig out the pineapple on the side! Then its a fruit, its a drink!! :thumbsup2

EEEEEk.... I really don't like pineapple!

Now...I may have a Midori Sour at some point on this trip, though. I love green apple! :thumbsup2

No, I was totally just kidding! Really, I just don't drink a lot. I do like a nice glass of wine with dinner about twice a month, and a mixed drink about once every 4 months. But I figure, I can let my hair down an eensy weensy bit more with no culture that has a 75% alcoholic rate and a bunch of kids kidding me about having my one glass. :lmao:

If you have a mixed drink once every 4 months...and you are having 4 with us in a week? Am I going to have to rent you a wheelchair? :rotfl:

maroo

09-26-2009, 12:14 PM

Here is another thought...

Something I discovered when I was planning Rachel's trip.

Mods and 40% off and FD are about a break even. If you just BUY the dining plan and add it to a room only reservation.

There is a big difference though...

Room only ressies have distinct advantages:
- You can buy tickets from Undercover Tourist and save a little money
- You can decided separately if the Dining Plan is right for you....after you make your ADR's and just weeks before your trip when we can all look at the menu and guess what we might be in the mood for...(I think 6 days?)
- But the BIGGEST savings and advantage...I think...Is to be able to "buy" insurance for $0. You can cancel up to 6 days in advance. Which gives you a good bit of "hurricane" insurance for free.

So...if we can get an AP discount...that may be the way to go. It would save us on insurance, too. :)

Sandy321

09-26-2009, 03:29 PM

Maroo :rotfl2: I feel a change coming on!!

well if you dont want to spend money... :rolleyes1 Honestly that grey goose slush is made with a high end vodka - it tastes NOTHING like an alcoholic drink - so in that regards - its dangerous!!

We like wine with dinner- but refuse to pay 4 - 6 times the price (we do know the price of the lower end wines ;) Its hard paying $10 for 1 glass when you can buy the whole bottle for $19!)

and if you are not a drinker - Oh my that Lapu Lapu is going to knock you down girlfriend!! I googled - read this review!!!

http://blogs.orlandosentinel.com/features_orlando/2007/09/beware-the-poly.html
:rotfl2: They are so right!

Lapu Lapu
Myers rum and tropical juices served in a pineapple and topped with Bacardi 151 and its $14 - not much room in the pineapple for the juice!

that's nice

09-27-2009, 12:15 AM

Goodness, you people make me thinks I gave a wrong impression!! Here's the plan... ONE Lapu Lapu, one (or possibly 2) wine flights at TS dinners and MAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAYBE a glass of something fun by the pool on a quieter of our evenings, or maybe a little something at the Yeehaw Bob gig. That's it. Really, I hope I haven't made myself out to be a wine-o, word slurring, slobbering drunk. :lmao:
Ummm we will allow a little word slurring, but the slobbering is just uncalled for!!!!!!:drinking1

Having said that, I do lOVE your idea of getting a whole bottle and champ. and taking it to the balcony one evening :)
UMMHUMMMMM this is getting interesting!:rolleyes1

although it has been said that wine "makes the heart merry". ;)And a terrible headache!:sick:

4/3 Deal? Tim are you holding out on us? Did I miss something? Maroo, did you, queen of all deals? :lmao:
This deals is going to go to the end of March.. It's not going to help you.:sad2:

Sandy321

09-27-2009, 12:16 AM

Hey Lushes...

I found the planning pages I was looking for!! (I know it was a few pages back Leisa, and I think esquared offered to make you a cool one - but look at these!!!

http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=2173185&page=2
:yay:

All7OfUs

09-27-2009, 11:54 PM

Whew! I feel better! So this was your night...my morning! And it was a chat! :upsidedow

Chat...:surfweb:

Call...:mic:

You know I love you...but I had a sudden fear I had lost time?!? :eek: :flower3:

You all are cracking me up!!!

Thank you...and please keep praying for her.

But please pray for her. She is so sensitive to illness. It can take her down very fast.

I don't think we will have a 4/3 deal going still in Sept. But I hope EVERYONE takes advantage of the 4/3 deal this Spring (since it is such a good deal)...because we all win... FD people get FD and empty parks! :thumbsup2 (and hurricanes...but who's counting)....

EEEEEk.... I really don't like pineapple!

Now...I may have a Midori Sour at some point on this trip, though. I love green apple! :thumbsup2

If you have a mixed drink once every 4 months...and you are having 4 with us in a week? Am I going to have to rent you a wheelchair? :rotfl:

1. Glad you are not hanging out in the Twilight Zone anymore my friend. That's a weird place to be. Our time difference can be tricky, though, so I understand.

2. Glad you think we're still funny! Just wait til I get my Lapu- and NO I don't need wheelchair- a hammock will do just fine- on the beach- with WISHES in the background- and a cool breeze on my face.

3. We'll keep on our knees; how's she doing now after church?

4. Are you trying to tell us something?? Like it would surprise ANYONE here that YOU might take advantage of the 4/3??!!

5. Oops! I had totally forgotten that you are apostate in your dislike of pineapple, and thus shun even the Dole Float. Is redemption even possible??

Uh yeah!!! With a Midori Sour!!! That's it!! "Apples", see it even has half the word "Pineapple" IN it!!!

6. 4!? No! Only 2, I promise. ;)

Here is another thought...

Something I discovered when I was planning Rachel's trip.

Mods and 40% off and FD are about a break even. If you just BUY the dining plan and add it to a room only reservation.

There is a big difference though...

Room only ressies have distinct advantages:
- You can buy tickets from Undercover Tourist and save a little money
- You can decided separately if the Dining Plan is right for you....after you make your ADR's and just weeks before your trip when we can all look at the menu and guess what we might be in the mood for...(I think 6 days?)
- But the BIGGEST savings and advantage...I think...Is to be able to "buy" insurance for $0. You can cancel up to 6 days in advance. Which gives you a good bit of "hurricane" insurance for free.

So...if we can get an AP discount...that may be the way to go. It would save us on insurance, too. :)

I knew there were a few very good reasons I invited you!! (and a whole bunch of good reasons too). This happens to be one of them. See you can do math. Well, I can, but you are just so much better! Plug away my friend, and just send me the bill.

So, what is this sayin' about the fate of your AP?? hmmmm....:confused3

Maroo :rotfl2: I feel a change coming on!!

We like wine with dinner- but refuse to pay 4 - 6 times the price (we do know the price of the lower end wines ;) Its hard paying $10 for 1 glass when you can buy the whole bottle for $19!)

and if you are not a drinker - Oh my that Lapu Lapu is going to knock you down girlfriend!! I googled - read this review!!!

http://blogs.orlandosentinel.com/features_orlando/2007/09/beware-the-poly.html
:rotfl2: They are so right!

Lapu Lapu
Myers rum and tropical juices served in a pineapple and topped with Bacardi 151 and its $14 - not much room in the pineapple for the juice!

REALLY?! A change? Naw....:lmao:

Yeah, I know what you mean about the prices, but hey it's vacation, I'm going to spring for a couple of glasses.

From what the review says there's only about as much liquid in there as Tinkerbell can pee. Which can't do too much damage, right? :rolleyes1

Ummm we will allow a little word slurring, but the slobbering is just uncalled for!!!!!!:drinking1

UMMHUMMMMM this is getting interesting!:rolleyes1

And a terrible headache!:sick:

This deals is going to go to the end of March.. It's not going to help you.:sad2:

Okay, then I'll save my slobbering for the Pavlov's dog thing when my dinner arrives. (That's your second hint this month- do with it what you will.)

Huh? Aren't we always interesting?

Tylenol PM, my friend; that's where it's at.

Yeah, too bad I live so far away.

Hey Lushes...

I found the planning pages I was looking for!! (I know it was a few pages back Leisa, and I think esquared offered to make you a cool one - but look at these!!!

http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=2173185&page=2
:yay:

Hey, howdy, ho!

I actually USED these ones. Everything is printed, cut out, and redneck laminated (ie. wide Scotch taped) to cardstock for durability. I'm about halfway done making Excel sheets of all my little lists and pages. After I finish a little bit more, I'll post a few pictures. :yay:

Sandy321

09-28-2009, 12:15 AM

what no clear contact paper over there??

From what the review says there's only about as much liquid in there as Tinkerbell can pee. Which can't do too much damage, right?
:rotfl2: :rotfl2: :rotfl2: :rotfl2: :rotfl2: :rotfl2: :rotfl2: :rotfl2: :rotfl2: :rotfl2:

someone get me a kleenex! tears are rollin - THAT is so TRUE - so true, why do you think I suggest the stabbing of pineapple with straw, taking straw OUT of pineapple, sucking down the pineapple meat? It makes the dern drink last longer - but the Myers rum, while SMALL in ounces overall - tends to have a strong smell = hence people think they are getting A LOT more than what they do actually get in alcohol!!

see, when my niece came back from afghanistan my mom was determined to celebrate BIG - the bar she took everyone (I stayed in IL! this was in ft myers FL btw) OMG - they somehow shoot rum down the straws!!

All7OfUs

09-28-2009, 01:51 AM

what no clear contact paper over there??

From what the review says there's only about as much liquid in there as Tinkerbell can pee. Which can't do too much damage, right?
see, when my niece came back from afghanistan my mom was determined to celebrate BIG - the bar she took everyone (I stayed in IL! this was in ft myers FL btw) OMG - they somehow shoot rum down the straws!!

Nope, not a single sheet. Really, I'll get over it. Wide Scotch works great. I just don't like the overlap lines I get. Whatever. It's a planning journal for heavens sake, not a framed and certified copy of my marriage certificate. :lmao:

huh?? shooting rum down straws??

All7OfUs

09-28-2009, 07:41 AM

**WARNING- For those of you who read my blog, I apologize. This was all posted last week. But what's an excited soldier to do??**

Okay, 11 months is a long, long, very long time! How on Earth am I going to get through this winter? I must have a few projects to help me pass the time besides working on researching everything I want to see and do! I'm sure you've all been there too! What's a good soldier to do??

I wanted to share with you a passion of mine that I am really, really enjoying! I especially love to be busy with these during the cold months when I don't venture out too much. (If truth be told, I'd be the wimpiest soldier to ever roam the earth if I were called out to anywhere cold!)

I've been making these for about 15 years, and with every finished project I love my craft more and more. I finally think I am ready to actually try my hand at selling one even. :confused3

Besides making them myself, I'm busy teaching a class to 5 ladies who've for years begged me to teach them. I caved and it takes a ton of time, but I do enjoy the fellowship with them each week immensely! Here is the project that we are making together; each week they've made a new square and we've finished 9 of them (I went on ahead).

Without further ado, here's what will keep my busy all winter. I love to sit and listen to my Disney music on my IPod while I sew. :thumbsup2

http://i291.photobucket.com/albums/ll305/All7OfUs/Quiltfromquiltingclass.jpg

This quilt is actually a little further along. When I get the last border put on, I'll post another picture. I have a couple of ideas, and wanted to bounce them off of you...

1. Outright sell it. I think I can get about $200 for this one- there is no less than $75 worth of materials in it. The money would be be profit. This fabric was from my own supply, not donated, so I feel morally ok with this.

2. Approach our church and ask if they would want to auction it off for donations that would go towards our work here, including $$ to buy more fabric for my next class. I don't think I'll have any problem raising the money, but it might be a fun way of getting people familiar and excited about what's going on over here.

What do you think??

I do have some other fun ones I'm working on:

This one is special to me! I have been working on it for a long time, and spent many hours hand appliquing every flower and leaf on. After thinking about it for a long, long time, I finally decided on the name Flower and Garden Festival. It's ready to be quilted.

http://i291.photobucket.com/albums/ll305/All7OfUs/FlowerandGardenShow-1.jpg

Here's a shot of some of the detail:

http://i291.photobucket.com/albums/ll305/All7OfUs/DetailofDresdenPlate3.jpg

This one is made from leftover fabric I had from a queen-sized quilt I had already made that matches. This will hang on the wall behind our bed.. It is mostly hand pieced and painstakingly HAND QUILTED!

http://i291.photobucket.com/albums/ll305/All7OfUs/DresdenPlateWallHanging.jpg

Detailing of the hand quilting:

http://i291.photobucket.com/albums/ll305/All7OfUs/DetailofQuilting.jpg

So, that's what Soldier #1 does in her "spare" time. After the homeschooling is done, in the evenings, on Saturdays, etc... Keeps me out of trouble, and from going crazy thinking about a trip that's far too far off.

maroo

09-28-2009, 09:02 AM

1. Glad you are not hanging out in the Twilight Zone anymore my friend. That's a weird place to be. Our time difference can be tricky, though, so I understand.

I suddenly have theme song music going through my head....

2. Glad you think we're still funny! Just wait til I get my Lapu- and NO I don't need wheelchair- a hammock will do just fine- on the beach- with WISHES in the background- and a cool breeze on my face.

We are hilarious! :)

Now THAT.... :cloud9: Sounds wonderful!

3. We'll keep on our knees; how's she doing now after church?

Lauren was not able to go to church. She was just too tired. :( This flu has really taken it out of her. We are so thankful she has not had any major complications, but she is still not well. I am sure she will go to school today, though.

4. Are you trying to tell us something?? Like it would surprise ANYONE here that YOU might take advantage of the 4/3??!!

I have no plans to take advantage of the 4/3. I won't have any trips that last 4 nights. It seems just as good (to me) since they are not offering 4/3 tickets...to just use an AP discount...assuming I have an AP?

5. Oops! I had totally forgotten that you are apostate in your dislike of pineapple, and thus shun even the Dole Float. Is redemption even possible??

Uh yeah!!! With a Midori Sour!!! That's it!! "Apples", see it even has half the word "Pineapple" IN it!!!

I do like Midori Sour! :)

6. 4!? No! Only 2, I promise. ;)

:)

I knew there were a few very good reasons I invited you!! (and a whole bunch of good reasons too). This happens to be one of them. See you can do math. Well, I can, but you are just so much better! Plug away my friend, and just send me the bill.

So, what is this sayin' about the fate of your AP?? hmmmm....:confused3

Jury is still out on the fate of the AP. ??

I LOVE the quilts!!!

My great aunt? Or something like that... was a master quilter... is that what you call it?

They have these quilting competitions and she has won several? Of course, she is no longer with us...but I will have to find some book that I have somewhere of one of her quilts that won?

I love quilts! I wish I knew how to do that!

tinkgurl

09-28-2009, 10:14 AM

Wow, you do an awesome job sewing! :worship:

I think you should sell it and use the money for WDW! :thumbsup2

maroo

09-28-2009, 11:03 AM

Wow, you do an awesome job sewing! :worship:

I think you should sell it and use the money for WDW! :thumbsup2

If you put it up for sale...you better tell me first! :)

eandesmom

09-28-2009, 11:56 AM

Having said that, I do lOVE your idea of getting a whole bottle and champ. and taking it to the balcony one evening :)

Can I just for the record say that TK's installment of her and Tink sitting in a quiet place sipping something nommy-good just really sat well with me?? Starting the trip off with good friends in a quiet place, catching up with one another, getting the feel and mood for things to come- I'm so all over that. Maroo doesn't imbibe at all, I don't think (am I right?), so we're really going to stress the "getting to know one another" part of this, def. not the drinks; although it has been said that wine "makes the heart merry". ;)

Maybe Garden Grocer can take care of these add-on items. Anyone know if they do alcohol?? Probably not, I'm guessing.

I admit, I really do like the thought of not having to think about it once there. On the other hand, I really don't want more food than I can eat either. What a horrible dilemma!! Ah well, it probably won't matter in the end~~

I LOVED that installment too. The girlfriendishness of it. Just magical.

GG will do alcohol. They actually do not ask for you to fax your ID or even be present. WeGo will do it but you have to be present to accept it. Once you get your confirmation on your regular order you email or call them and add it on. Once they pick it up, they will call you with your new total. Here is the thing with GG.

I :love: GG. But based on how few groceries you are talking about it may not make sense. I think you have to spend $200 for free delivery. I'd do a mock order online and factor that in. The alcohol, even if it puts you over that $200, will not qualify you for free delivery. I know. I tried.

We are not really surprised...but she is not really bouncing back. She can sit in her chair for a few hours. And if she sits still (doesn't write or move around much) then she is "fine" - but if she writes (which requires her to move her whole upper body...if that makes sense) or moves around much, then she doesn't feel well and has to lie down.

The plan is to let her continue to catch up on homework this weekend and basically rest. She will probably go to church on Sunday since she has not had fever for days.

But please pray for her. She is so sensitive to illness. It can take her down very fast.

The fact that she got the flu and we kept her out of the hospital...is actually a very, very good feat!

Overall that is wonderful news, she continues to be in my prayers.

I don't think we will have a 4/3 deal going still in Sept. But I hope EVERYONE takes advantage of the 4/3 deal this Spring (since it is such a good deal)...because we all win... FD people get FD and empty parks! :thumbsup2 (and hurricanes...but who's counting)....
Agreed! Which at some point I need to remember to add vacation insurance to mine...

[/QUOTE]

I wanted to share with you a passion of mine that I am really, really enjoying! I especially love to be busy with these during the cold months when I don't venture out too much. (If truth be told, I'd be the wimpiest soldier to ever roam the earth if I were called out to anywhere cold!)

I've been making these for about 15 years, and with every finished project I love my craft more and more. I finally think I am ready to actually try my hand at selling one even. :confused3

Besides making them myself, I'm busy teaching a class to 5 ladies who've for years begged me to teach them. I caved and it takes a ton of time, but I do enjoy the fellowship with them each week immensely! Here is the project that we are making together; each week they've made a new square and we've finished 9 of them (I went on ahead).

I have a couple of ideas, and wanted to bounce them off of you...

1. Outright sell it. I think I can get about $200 for this one- there is no less than $75 worth of materials in it. The money would be be profit. This fabric was from my own supply, not donated, so I feel morally ok with this.

2. Approach our church and ask if they would want to auction it off for donations that would go towards our work here, including $$ to buy more fabric for my next class. I don't think I'll have any problem raising the money, but it might be a fun way of getting people familiar and excited about what's going on over here.

So, that's what Soldier #1 does in her "spare" time. After the homeschooling is done, in the evenings, on Saturdays, etc... Keeps me out of trouble, and from going crazy thinking about a trip that's far too far off.

Those flowers are gorgeous! I think you should do a combination of #1 and #2 with your quilts, maybe an every other thing :) You could get more than $200....of that I am positive.

Sandy321

09-28-2009, 01:29 PM

:love: the quilts!! My mil also makes quilts of all kinds, and sizes -

so if you do chose to sell them - (I hear etsy is a good place) think about making quilts small size for American Girl Dolls!! (my mil has made a couple for dd, I think they would sell, and not take a HUGE amount of time!!)

So you are so busy doing so much - no wonder you dont have time to exercise!! FWIW Leslie Sansone has a dvd called walk away the pounds that does a good job for indoor training!!

that's nice

09-28-2009, 09:01 PM

Your quilts are beautiful! How long does it take you to make a quilt? I don't think I'd have the patience for that! LOL:rotfl:

When DD was going through treatment, a few ladies from DW's work made DD a quilt. She uses it every day for picnics on the floor, to hide under, to keep warm, etc...

All7OfUs

09-28-2009, 11:50 PM

I LOVE the quilts!!!

My great aunt? Or something like that... was a master quilter... is that what you call it?

They have these quilting competitions and she has won several? Of course, she is no longer with us...but I will have to find some book that I have somewhere of one of her quilts that won?

I love quilts! I wish I knew how to do that!

Someday, I'd love to train to be a master quilter! I have a friend who is a master knitter; her work in absolutely gorgeous!!! I have a long ways to go, but I do enjoy it.

Wow, you do an awesome job sewing! :worship:

I think you should sell it and use the money for WDW! :thumbsup2

Thanks!! Yes, I thought of that!! I could actually get enough for a night at the Poly probably :)

If you put it up for sale...you better tell me first! :)

Deal! But I really don't know. In the past, I've been very, very selfish with them. I love to have them around the house, cuz, well, I really like them. I have a wall-hanging sized one for almost every month, that I rotate (leaves for fall, flowers for summer, a Christmas one, etc....) This the first time I've actually even considered letting one go out the door.

I LOVED that installment too. The girlfriendishness of it. Just magical.

GG will do alcohol.

I :love: GG. But based on how few groceries you are talking about it may not make sense. I think you have to spend $200 for free delivery. I'd do a mock order online and factor that in. The alcohol, even if it puts you over that $200, will not qualify you for free delivery. I know. I tried.

Those flowers are gorgeous! I think you should do a combination of #1 and #2 with your quilts, maybe an every other thing :) You could get more than $200....of that I am positive.[/QUOTE]
TK is a great writer!! I enjoy her TR's immensely! Another writer that I really enjoy, simply for the writing is Circusgirl. Check her TR's out!

Thanks for the info. on garden grocer. I didn't know the free delivery min. was so high. I wouldn't eat that much food for all 6 of us in 2 weeks!!! Here, or in the States. We only spend about $140 in groceries per week!!! :scared1: Hmmmm.... well maybe those yogurts will be going in a box and shipped?? Help me out people!!! Shall I set up a breakfast brainstorming command center??

I had thought of that too. I could simply sell the quilt. and make a donation myself of 1/2 the profit to our support account. Then it's a win-win situation.

:love: the quilts!! My mil also makes quilts of all kinds, and sizes -

so if you do chose to sell them - (I hear etsy is a good place) think about making quilts small size for American Girl Dolls!! (my mil has made a couple for dd, I think they would sell, and not take a HUGE amount of time!!)

So you are so busy doing so much - no wonder you dont have time to exercise!! FWIW Leslie Sansone has a dvd called walk away the pounds that does a good job for indoor training!!

You know it's funny, a lot of people think that quilting is for old ladies (ok, I'm not 20 anymore), but it has really picked up in popularity in the last 20 years. There are a lot of younger women who are quilting now, and it's super fun to hang out at an "open" quilting time at a shop and shoot the breeze with latte's and talk color and design, talk smack about their kids' attitudes, their husband's dirty socks on the floor. You know it's kinda like any other therapy session type thing we women tend to gravitate towards.

Your quilts are beautiful! How long does it take you to make a quilt? I don't think I'd have the patience for that! LOL:rotfl:

When DD was going through treatment, a few ladies from DW's work made DD a quilt. She uses it every day for picnics on the floor, to hide under, to keep warm, etc...

Thanks!! Actually a twin sized quilt like this takes about 100 hours of work- if you simply "tie" it, and not quilt it. It totally depends on how you quilt it too. The tops which you see, are the quick part. It's the quilting that takes so long. If you hand quilt it can take YEARS!! I usually do some sort of machine quilting, and that only takes about 20 hours or so, depending on how much you do. Obviously, the larger the quilt the longer it takes.

maroo

09-29-2009, 10:27 AM

Someday, I'd love to train to be a master quilter! I have a friend who is a master knitter; her work in absolutely gorgeous!!! I have a long ways to go, but I do enjoy it.

You can do it!!!!!

Thanks!! Yes, I thought of that!! I could actually get enough for a night at the Poly probably :)

A night at the POLY?!?!?! :scared1: :yay:

Thanks for the info. on garden grocer. I didn't know the free delivery min. was so high. I wouldn't eat that much food for all 6 of us in 2 weeks!!! Here, or in the States. We only spend about $140 in groceries per week!!! :scared1: Hmmmm.... well maybe those yogurts will be going in a box and shipped?? Help me out people!!! Shall I set up a breakfast brainstorming command center??

Hmm...Groceries....

I am definitely going to need some delivered...just for the drinks they will bring me (Propel, Diet Dr Pepper)...unless I just want to pack two big suitcases and carry it with me under the plane?

As far as breakfast food...I can live on Pop Tarts in the morning for as long as I am going to be there? I know...healthy, right?

I can get CHERRY and they count as a fruit! :thumbsup2

ha :lmao:

Just kidding! :rotfl:

It is a year away...but it is possible, by then, we will know someone that is going to be there that may have a car to help us get there?

How much does a cab cost to the grocery store? Would it be cheaper?

All7OfUs

09-29-2009, 10:57 AM

Hmm...Groceries....

I am definitely going to need some delivered...just for the drinks they will bring me (Propel, Diet Dr Pepper)...unless I just want to pack two big suitcases and carry it with me under the plane?

As far as breakfast food...I can live on Pop Tarts in the morning for as long as I am going to be there? I know...healthy, right?

It is a year away...but it is possible, by then, we will know someone that is going to be there that may have a car to help us get there?

How much does a cab cost to the grocery store? Would it be cheaper?

Hey, that's a great idea! I"m sure someone would be able to do that if we said pretty, pretty please! I refuse to eat poptarts! I want a bagel with cream cheese and perhaps a little slice of ham on it. AND COFFEE!!!! with real cream! and loads of sugar too. I need yogurts with granola too. And a little fruit. Juice would be nice too.

Does anyone know the answer to that question?? A cab to the store? I'd venture a guess it's about $40 or more bucks. Delivery for GG if under $200 is probably only $20??

I like the idea of seeing if someone who's driving would do this for us.

eandesmom

09-29-2009, 11:48 AM

All7OfUs

09-29-2009, 11:57 AM

Garden Grocer is $12 for the delivery fee. I'm not sure what WeGo is.

So, cheaper than a cab! :)

I was very pleased with the fruit, but did bring my own coffee, but I'm really picky on the coffee front.

That's great news! That's the way we should go, very obviously. GG is for us.

Yeah, we Northwesterners tend to be that way about our coffee, aren't we??! I suppose that it's the same way with southerners and their grits?? :confused3 Proud to be coffee snob! :thumbsup2

eandesmom

09-29-2009, 01:40 PM

That's great news! That's the way we should go, very obviously. GG is for us.

Yeah, we Northwesterners tend to be that way about our coffee, aren't we??! I suppose that it's the same way with southerners and their grits?? :confused3 Proud to be coffee snob! :thumbsup2

Sorry if I caused panic, I didn't mean to imply that the delivery charge was high...just that the minimum was to get free delivery! Their coffee selections were nothing great but that's true of most the FL grocery stores lol! I don't like to buy it in the grocery store here either though, it's always the bland offerings. Bleh.

Which speaking of...I am out. A problem. Must.go.to.costco.TODAY!

Yeah..the NW. Coffee and beer snobs.

Oh wait, that's MY family.

maroo

09-29-2009, 01:41 PM

If U Had Wings

09-29-2009, 02:00 PM

Your quilts are just stunning. All that beautiful hand quilting. I have a finished top, that I've barely touched since piecing it together. (A combination of my dislike for hand-quilting, and the fact that I taught myself to knit, and got a bit addicted to that). You make me want to finish it.

eandesmom

09-29-2009, 02:27 PM

Grits? :lmao:

That is funny!

I'm thinking it's biscuits and gravy. Southerners are very picky about their gravy! And sweet tea.

Which you won't find here.:rotfl:

All7OfUs

09-29-2009, 11:27 PM

Sorry if I caused panic, I didn't mean to imply that the delivery charge was high...just that the minimum was to get free delivery! Their coffee selections were nothing great but that's true of most the FL grocery stores lol! I don't like to buy it in the grocery store here either though, it's always the bland offerings. Bleh.

Which speaking of...I am out. A problem. Must.go.to.costco.TODAY!

Yeah..the NW. Coffee and beer snobs.

Oh wait, that's MY family.

I can do ok with grocery store coffee- Starbucks and believe it not, Dunkin' Donuts are do-able for me. But I have to have the whole beans. I grind myself-even over here. Snob!

Beer snobs? Yeah, that's DH! Like me, he's a majorly light drinker, but when he has a beer it has to be that kind that floats horseshoes. One year, I bought him a beer flight of micros for Christmas- one of them was named "Moose Drool"!! :lmao: He likes it dark as sin and thick as mud. He says the others have no flavor whatsoever.??? :confused3

Whatever. I HATE BEER! I hate the taste AND the smell!

$12 is NOT a bad fee. I really think we should go with this. If Mary doesn't want to split the deliv. charge, no problem; LeeAnn and I will take care of it. She can pack her poptarts. :lmao: But LeeAnn told me yesterday, she wants a couple sixpacks of Diet Dr. Pepper, and I'll want fresh juice. We can't be packin' those.

Grits? :lmao:

That is funny!

Don't get me wrong. I like grits (really). Especially with sorghum drizzled all over them. My big, fat butt tells me that bisquits and gravy can be gone without. Nonetheless, everytime I step into a Cracker Barrel, my big, fat tastebuds tell me otherwise.

Your quilts are just stunning. All that beautiful hand quilting. I have a finished top, that I've barely touched since piecing it together. (A combination of my dislike for hand-quilting, and the fact that I taught myself to knit, and got a bit addicted to that). You make me want to finish it.

HA! You're like me! I really, really don't care for the quilting part at all. But I hate unfinished projects even more, so that keeps me going. I like to have them on beds and on walls. And usually, I machine quilt- easy stuff, like in seam lines and around designs. Hand quilting sucks, but is so lovely! The sampler one at the top, I've decided to just tie-up. Fast and easy!

I'm thinking it's biscuits and gravy. Southerners are very picky about their gravy! And sweet tea.

Which you won't find here.:rotfl:

Gag me! Sweet Tea. Ooops! I probably just offended about half of our readers!! I take it back!! Mmmmm sweet tea.... how ummmm.... sweet.

All7OfUs

09-30-2009, 07:18 AM

A soldier's health and strength to successfully complete his or her campaign relies almost wholly on his ability to eat well and often. Obviously, a well-fed warrior is able to fight better, and perhaps more importantly, good nutrition enables the entire army/navy/marine unit to keep up its morale- imperative to its progress and accomplishment of defeating the enemy.

The TC3 is, as we've said before, a well-trained unit, ready and eager to attack the field with hearty appetites. We NEED regular and tasty nourishment to be able to enjoy our freedom well, and to keep our collective morale up. Did you know eating together is paramount to creating deep, lasting relationships?? It has been firmly established that anyone who would be willing to eat the native food, IN the natural setting of one's host while visiting a foreign country, will have a far richer and more impactful experience?? It is true!!

The history of feeding a large army has gone through quite an evolution over the thousands of years that mankind has been bickering with one another. (Yes, one day that too will stop, and all will be good- no perfect ;)) I did a little research on what our forefathers had to endure during their assignments. It was quite interesting, in fact, to see just what kind of sacrifices were made in order for us to enjoy the fruits of today.

Take a look:

"Soldiers' rations during the Revolutionary War contained 16 ounces of beef, 18ounces of flour, 16 ounces of milk, 6.8 ounces of peas, 1.4 ounces of rice, a sliver of soap for washing, a small candle and, to the delight of the soldiers, a quart of beer. While containing sufficient calories, minerals and protein, the rations lacked vitamins A and C."

http://www.post-gazette.com/food/20030327mrehistory0327fnP2.asp

Hmmmm....

Now, if I remember correctly, there was quite some discussion about fruits and veggies while on vacation. maroo, I think you can do better than the Blue Coats. And remember Vitamin C doesn't stand for Vitamin Coke. ;) Although I'd say that would have gone a long, long way in keeping our revolutionary fathers pretty happy!

Fast forward to the war of 1812... (Does anyone even know what this war was?)

"When American soldiers fought the British in the War of 1812, they received a slight increase in beef, as well as rum, vinegar and salt."

Well, well, well; what have we here? I think I would have MUCH preferred to fight with these units!!!! See?! I knew I could safely add a Lapu to the mix!

Now, what was the point of all this talk about rations and provisions?? We thought it would be fun for us all to play yet another little guessing game with our most beloved readers. I'm sorta thinkin' that with 11 months yet to go, we're going to have to fill the time up somehow. It's time to start revealing our dining plans (as they stand right now) to you all. :woohoo: So, let's start with our Counter Service choices. One at a time though, cuz, well, we do have 11 months to fill up, right?

The first one is super, super easy. It's meant to be a warm up. In fact, I've already outright told you that we'll be eating at this one; so if you've been paying attention you should have this one as a home run. Here's the deal. I'll give you and eensty hint, and you just post on here where you think it is. No need to be secret with PMs and such. I will keep track of points, and we'll see who the big crackerjackpot winner is at the end. There will be 9 of each (TS and CS). If you check back with every new post, you won't even have to catch up too much.

Troops, carry on! Time for your guesses- let's have 'em!

All7OfUs

09-30-2009, 07:21 AM

Saved for Table of Contents- Part II

Rations Drop #1- The Answer (http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=33785732&postcount=992)
Rations Drop #2- Clues (http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=33829913&postcount=1013)
Ranking Upgrade- We are Master Sergeants!! (http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=33831053&postcount=1014)
We Asked, You Told (http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=33844963&postcount=1034)
Rations Drop #2 Answer-Flame Tree BBQ! (http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=33844963&postcount=1034)
Rations Drop #3 Clues (http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=33858043&postcount=1056)
Rations Drop #3 Answer- Pecos Bill's Tall Tale Inn and Cafe! (http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=33884089&postcount=1094)
Random Weekend Miscellanae (http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=33898817&postcount=1097)
Rations Drop #4- The Clues (http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=33916600&postcount=1105)
Rations Drop #4- Tea For 3?! (http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=33942452&postcount=1133)
Rations Drop #5- The Clues (http://i291.photobucket.com/albums/ll305/All7OfUs/DSCN1082.jpg)
Soldier #1's Trip Gets Plussed! (http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=33955566&postcount=1157)
Rations Drop #5- Revealed (http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=33981206&postcount=1200)
Rations Drop #6-The Clues (http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=34000497&postcount=1210)
Rations Drop #6- Crystal Palace Grandeur! (http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=34025972&postcount=1249)
Rations Drop #7- The Clues (http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=34027122&postcount=1256)
Rations Drop #7- The Tangierine Cafe (Morocco!) (http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=34050367&postcount=1293)
Rations Drop #8- The Clues (http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=34080656&postcount=1335)
Battle Plan #2!/ Rations Drop #8- Cantina de San Angel (http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=34080306&postcount=1331)
The Drawbacks of Battle Plan #2 (http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=34080656&postcount=1335)
A Hoop De View! (http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=34125053&postcount=1434)
Of Bowel Resections, and WHO did THAT!? (http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=34125053&postcount=1434)
A Stinky Weekend/ DTD Must-Dos (http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=34171756&postcount=1524)
All7OfUs's Top 10's for MK (http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=34200307&postcount=1594)
maroo's MK Top 10's (http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=34203973&postcount=1611)
Another Ranking UpGrade- Sergeant Majorly Cools! :cool2: (http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=34255992&postcount=1680)
All7OfUs's Top 10's for EPCOT WS! (http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=34239773&postcount=1666)
Maroo's Top 10's for EPCOT WS! (http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=34255992&postcount=1680)
All7OfUs's Top 10's for Animal Kingdom (http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=34259417&postcount=1682)
Maroo's AK Top 10's (http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=34277084&postcount=1728)
All7OfUs's EPCOT FW Top 10's (http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=34293248&postcount=1796)
maroo's EPCOT FW Top 10's (http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=34315970&postcount=1834)
A Crafty Sort of Interlude (http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=34315970&postcount=1834)
All7OfUs's DHS Top 10s (http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=34348035&postcount=1860)
Leak Worthy Grocery Orders (http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=34363308&postcount=1890)
Biological Warfare and Port Orleans Riverside Must-Do's (http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=34392123&postcount=1916)
Update of Poll Results/ An Officer's Tour of Duty (http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=34405130&postcount=1930)
Steak with a Side of Perspective, Please! (http://disboards.com/showpost.php?p=34453355&postcount=1984)
Aloha, Lei-dies and Gentlemen (http://disboards.com/showpost.php?p=34437910&postcount=1956)
Pop Goes the POP?! (http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=34482133&postcount=2025)
Miscellaneous Must-Do's Around the World (http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=34490797&postcount=2036)

Click Here for the Fast Track to Table of Contents- Part III (http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=34490832&postcount=2038)

Sandy321

09-30-2009, 07:48 AM

that's nice

09-30-2009, 07:51 AM

A soldier's health and strength to successfully complete his or her campaign relies almost wholly on his ability to eat well and often. Obviously, a well-fed warrior is able to fight better, and perhaps more importantly, good nutrition enables the entire army/navy/marine unit to keep up its morale- imperative to its progress and accomplishment of defeating the enemy.

The TC3 is, as we've said before, a well-trained unit, ready and eager to attack the field with hearty appetites. We NEED regular and tasty nourishment to be able to enjoy our freedom well, and to keep our collective morale up. Did you know eating together is paramount to creating deep, lasting relationships?? It has been firmly established that anyone who would be willing to eat the native food, IN the natural setting of one's host while visiting a foreign country, will have a far richer and more impactful experience?? It is true!!

The history of feeding a large army has gone through quite an evolution over the thousands of years that mankind has been bickering with one another. (Yes, one day that too will stop, and all will be good- no perfect ;)) I did a little research on what our forefathers had to endure during their assignments. It was quite interesting, in fact, to see just what kind of sacrifices were made in order for us to enjoy the fruits of today.

Take a look:

"Soldiers' rations during the Revolutionary War contained 16 ounces of beef, 18ounces of flour, 16 ounces of milk, 6.8 ounces of peas, 1.4 ounces of rice, a sliver of soap for washing, a small candle and, to the delight of the soldiers, a quart of beer. While containing sufficient calories, minerals and protein, the rations lacked vitamins A and C."

NICE 16oz of milk but 32oz of beer!

Now that's my kind of war:)... except the standing 100 yards apart and then blasting away with a musket that takes 1 minute to reload!:sad2:

Hmmmm....

Now, if I remember correctly, there was quite some discussion about fruits and veggies while on vacation. maroo, I think you can do better than the Blue Coats. And remember Vitamin C doesn't stand for Vitamin Coke. ;) Although I'd say that would have gone a long, long way in keeping our revolutionary fathers pretty happy!

Fast forward to the war of 1812... (Does anyone even know what this war was?)

"When American soldiers fought the British in the War of 1812, they received a slight increase in beef, as well as rum, vinegar and salt."

Well, well, well; what have we here? I think I would have MUCH preferred to fight with these units!!!! See?! I knew I could safely add a Lapu to the mix!
Now its beer and rum... It's a wonder that we were even able to win these wars with drunk soldiers all over the place.

Now, what was the point of all this talk about rations and provisions?? We thought it would be fun for us all to play yet another little guessing game with our most beloved readers. I'm sorta thinkin' that with 11 months yet to go, we're going to have to fill the time up somehow. It's time to start revealing our dining plans (as they stand right now) to you all. :woohoo: So, let's start with our Counter Service choices. One at a time though, cuz, well, we do have 11 months to fill up, right?

The first one is super, super easy. It's meant to be a warm up. In fact, I've already outright told you that we'll be eating at this one; so if you've been paying attention you should have this one as a home run. Here's the deal. I'll give you and eensty hint, and you just post on here where you think it is. No need to be secret with PMs and such. I will keep track of points, and we'll see who the big crackerjackpot winner is at the end. There will be 9 of each (TS and CS). If you check back with every new post, you won't even have to catch up too much.

Troops, carry on! Time for your guesses- let's have 'em!

SO where is the hint? Is there one in here? Maybe it is too early for me?:confused3

shannn

09-30-2009, 08:40 AM

I keep having to look up my ADRs and we're going in 12 days!! (Maybe I just wanted to get that in there...:rolleyes1)

I have no memory and no hint, so I'll go with Columbia Harbor House just because it seems to be a pretty popular one.

MKBekka

09-30-2009, 09:07 AM

All7OfUs

09-30-2009, 09:41 AM

hmmm saving spaces - and on the Dis!

War of 1812 - isnt that the one that burned the White House, and Dolly Madison saved a bunch of stuff? (I do not have time to google!!)

I suffer from CRAFT and CSR so you wont get me to remember where y'all are going to eat - heck, I cant even remember where I'm supposed to eat - and I'm getting very very close to my adr 90 day!! :cool1:

Well, at least it's not at Fantasmic! And 20 more won't be joining me. Only 20 more catchy little chapter titles!

I dunno! :confused3 I gave up homeschooling high school history last year! :lmao:

For those of you who really don't care- (or can't even remember where YOU'RE supposed to eat), I'll post a cheat sheet list when we we're all done. :lmao: But, you feel free to play along. It'll be a fun test of your Disney eating establishments trivia knowledge. :banana:

NICE 16oz of milk but 32oz of beer!

Now that's my kind of war:)... except the standing 100 yards apart and then blasting away with a musket that takes 1 minute to reload!:sad2:

Now its beer and rum... It's a wonder that we were even able to win these wars with drunk soldiers all over the place.

SO where is the hint? Is there one in here? Maybe it is too early for me?:confused3

Yeah, it's hard to believe they could shoot straight at all after a few pints. :rotfl2:

Look in the text, my friend. Do you need your reading glasses?? If you can't cut the mustard, should I send another hint?? Remember, there's extra brownie points for those who can get it! ;)

I keep having to look up my ADRs and we're going in 12 days!! (Maybe I just wanted to get that in there...:rolleyes1)

I have no memory and no hint, so I'll go with Columbia Harbor House just because it seems to be a pretty popular one.

HA!!! Very fun, 12 days is really coming up fast!

Nope, not this one. Wanna guess again?

Oh come on you guys!! she has gone on and ON about this one! She had to point out one of the clues, but I did figure it out. . .here's one more hint- think back to the days of "constitution" talk. :idea:

No more hints!! You stinker!!

eandesmom

09-30-2009, 10:20 AM

I find it interesting that rations were increased to include not only rum, but vinegar.

Hmmn.

Ok, I was late to this PTR party and may well have missed much of the chatter.

Or I am incredibly dense (more likely). My guess is....

Liberty Tree Tavern?

that's nice

09-30-2009, 10:43 AM

Oh come on you guys!! she has gone on and ON about this one! She had to point out one of the clues, but I did figure it out. . .here's one more hint- think back to the days of "constitution" talk. :idea:

LOL.. Keep sending the hits... I got your back!!!! (won't do much good since I'm 3000 miles away though! LOLOL)

I'm gonna say, and I'm probably way off here, Liberty Inn in the World Showcase.:rolleyes1

It's just a guess.:confused3 Although I feel like I should know this!!!

maroo

09-30-2009, 11:11 AM

BREAKING NEWS>>>>>

A 16 year old boy was found dead at POR! Today. :( OUR Resort. :sad:

They don't know how he died? :sad2:

Major prayers to his family. :hug:

And the poor people in the Disney PR department. What a year they have had?

Sleepingbooty

09-30-2009, 10:05 PM

Hmmmm.... could it be.... I don't know...... maybe......Casey's?

JPFamilyMom

09-30-2009, 10:53 PM

my vote this round is also Caseys.... remember the talk of possible issues and needing to head to a balcony :rolleyes1:lmao:

This is the only place I can recall discussions about

maroo

09-30-2009, 11:19 PM

My vote is Casey's, ,too...

Can I vote?

I have the list of where we are eating...but ...

I keep forgetting! My trips...they are crossing in my brain.

Is it ME that you are going to need the notes for?

And are you dogging my coke addiction? :confused3

eandesmom

09-30-2009, 11:22 PM

Maroo, that is horrible news. How tragic.

maroo

09-30-2009, 11:36 PM

Maroo, that is horrible news. How tragic.

I know. Just horrible.

I was comforted some today to read that he had some previous medical conditions. It really doesn't make it any easier to lose a child...and on vacation...but I don't think there is any foul play or suicide or anything. (Which would just be so very tragic.)

In fact...in my heart I just have to believe that his last night on this earth was spent in a very special place. Maybe he died in his sleep one very happy young boy.

If I die in Disney World - you guys can just smile knowing that I was in a place that made me very happy and am now in a much better place! Or driving home from church...same thing...I spent the last hour in a place I love...just loving life.

Gosh...that is sappy. Anyway...

I agree...tragic. But was comforted some today.

that's nice

09-30-2009, 11:52 PM

Maroo- Horrible news.. I saw you posted this earlier but I have been running around all day trying to get last minute stuff together.

How do you get a vote????? HMMMMMMM????? Don't you know where you are eating?:confused3:rolleyes1

Leisa- I've read, re-read, and re-read again your post and I'm still lost.... I can't figure it out.:confused3 I think I am losing it!:rotfl: But my vote is in.

All7OfUs

10-01-2009, 12:05 AM

Okay, Ladies and Gentlemen, the time for the unveiling of primo eating establishemnt #1 is now!!! First, a few introductory remarks- I love to hear myself talk. :lmao:

The clues were imbedded in the text. Future installments may likely have a picture of what we're going to possibly eat to help you guess, but this was so incredibly easy that I just couldn't go the picture route. Here are the clues that were highlighted...

The first one is super, super easy. It's meant to be a warm up. In fact, I've already outright told you that we'll be eating at this one; so if you've been paying attention you should have this one as a home run. Here's the deal. I'll give you and eensty hint, and you just post on here where you think it is. No need to be secret with PMs and such. I will keep track of points, and we'll see who the big crackerjackpot winner is at the end. There will be 9 of each (TS and CS). If you check back with every new post, you won't even have to catch up too much.

Troops, carry on! Time for your guesses- let's have 'em!

Maybe putting them in quotes might have helped? But then that would have been too easy! I know the "9" was a stretch, and the "catch up" could have been spelled with a k, but....

The biggest hint was that we've talked (a lot) about his one before! Something about balconies, and rules and such.

Oh come on you guys!! she has gone on and ON about this one! She had to point out one of the clues, but I did figure it out. . .here's one more hint- think back to the days of "constitution" talk. :idea:

Bekka gave you a clue as well, and my response to her had on in it too. See?

Look in the text, my friend. Do you need your reading glasses?? If you can't cut the mustard, should I send another hint?? Remember, there's extra brownie points for those who can get it! ;)

No more hints!! You stinker!!

I find it interesting that rations were increased to include not only rum, but vinegar.

Hmmn.

Ok, I was late to this PTR party and may well have missed much of the chatter.

Or I am incredibly dense (more likely). My guess is....

Liberty Tree Tavern?

My experience with Brits and South Africans is that they eat vinagar on EVERYTHING. I think British Americans probably used to eat a lot more, but that liking faded out?? :confused3

Nope. Not the LTT. But you at least got the park right! :goodvibes

LOL.. Keep sending the hits... I got your back!!!! (won't do much good since I'm 3000 miles away though! LOLOL)

I'm gonna say, and I'm probably way off here, Liberty Inn in the World Showcase.:rolleyes1

It's just a guess.:confused3 Although I feel like I should know this!!!

Nope! Not Lib. Inn, either. After we hit this place you'll probably want to be 3,000 miles away. :lmao:

And yes, you should know it! You were part of that questionably contented discussion!!

BREAKING NEWS>>>>>

A 16 year old boy was found dead at POR! Today. :( OUR Resort. :sad:

They don't know how he died? :sad2:

Major prayers to his family. :hug:

And the poor people in the Disney PR department. What a year they have had?

That was terrible news. I went to the link you sent, and was so sad. I think he probably died of natural causes, and there wasn't any foulplay. I really feel badly for the family!

Hmmmm.... could it be.... I don't know...... maybe......Casey's?

Ta DA!!! You get one brownie point! :cheer2: How'd you get it?

my vote this round is also Caseys.... remember the talk of possible issues and needing to head to a balcony :rolleyes1:lmao:

This is the only place I can recall discussions about

Then your mind is just as depraved as ours. :lmao: We must have left quite an impression. :rotfl2:

You too, get one brownie point. :cheer2:

My vote is Casey's, ,too...

Can I vote?

I have the list of where we are eating...but ...

I keep forgetting! My trips...they are crossing in my brain.

Is it ME that you are going to need the notes for?

And are you dogging my coke addiction? :confused3

Yup, it's Caseys. It IS our favorite CS place, I think!!!

Notes??

Well, it was either that or your sweet tea. But I give you permission to poke fun at any of my addictions (coffee, Dole Whip Floats etc...). ;)

Maroo, that is horrible news. How tragic.

Truly it is. Disney has had a hard year with more than enough sad news. I was praying for this family last night and reminded again how fragile life can be.

Now!! Because we all like us some pictures, here ya go!

http://i291.photobucket.com/albums/ll305/All7OfUs/Caseys.jpg

I found this on the restaurant review board- and credit must go to our very own punkin413 for this quite lovely shot of the grandest of meals in all of WDW. Can anyone tell me WHY a hotdog just takes better in the Magic Kingdom??!!

And as an extra, extra, really funny bonus, I'm including Mrs. The King's installment on her family's "dining" experience at Caseys. I'm sure this will one day make its way down to the annals of classic literature! Follow the link below, but please DO NOT have a sweet tea with you at your computer while reading! You've been warned!

http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=27413955&postcount=277

Until Next Time, Cheers!