Are we all addicted?

[JJustin8080]

I was just curious how often everyone checks these boards. I find myself checking them in the morning, afternoon, and right before I go to bed. My trip is still over four months away, and I have only been planning for about three weeks. I dont know how I am going to pull myself away from reading these everyday after the trip, guess I will have to stick around and start planning our next trip. Is it ok to be addicted? :D Please tell me I am not the only one

[Tigger Woods]

I have 2 or 3 bookmarks I check everytime I get on on my computer. This is one of them. The folks who visit here provide tons of great info. Believe me, its OK to be addicted. You are not alone!

[soccer mom]

Well, it looks like no one else is going to admit it, LOL, but you're not alone! I don't work during the summer and I hope no one is keeping track of how many times a day I log on! My family is running around naked because "I need to check out one more thing" before I start the laundry!

[Chance's Mom]

My Name is Chance's mom and I am a DIS addict......;)

I'm not even going to admit how many times I check the boards.

[MauraAndIainsDad]

Well, Chance's Mom, the first step is admitting you have a problem! :D

I find myself drifting to the DIS whenever I'm on a particularly boring conference call. And I eat lunch at my desk so I justify checking it out while I'm munching away.

[fantasymagic]

This site is "marketed" as an information site, but we all know it's really for a daily WDW fix! :p :p :p

[Pryncess'mom]

Yes, it's OK to be addicted!! You need to be addicted to something, why not Disney!! My Ds calls us Disneycholics!:Pinkbounc

[JJustin8080]

There is always time to check the boards when I am waiting for water to boil, or when a family member decides to call...I cant think of a better way to pass the time.

[fantasymagic]

I meant mine to be a reply not a new message. That's what I get for trying to sneak in for my daily fix during work.;) ;)

[Gail T AGAIN]

You are so funny but that is why I get on, every day just so I can read about Disney and others experiences, well this addiction is alot better then some.:bounce: :bounce: :bounce: :Pinkbounc :Pinkbounc :Pinkbounc :bounce: :Pinkbounc :Pinkbounc :Pinkbounc :bounce: :bounce: :bounce: :Pinkbounc :Pinkbounc :Pinkbounc

[Gail T AGAIN]

If I had to be addicted to something this is the best choice, I am ADDICTED to Disney and all my dis friends that helped me plan my vacation in june and now I am playing again for next June so I'll be here for a while:D

[Trekker]

-Trekker Stands and bows his head

My name Is -Trekker, and I'm a Dsiney addict!

[Erica]

One of the best parts of a Vacation is planning it!

Yes I am addicted, I love reading these boards, hearing about the great rates that were had, or the wonderful trip reports and even the yucky experiences with CRO. It all adds to the Magic that will eventually be my trip.

I am addicted, and I LIKE it!

-Erica

[mrsltg]

I am absolutely addicted! I check these boards all of the time... this is MUCH more interesting than expense reports!!!


:) Erin

[Jeanny]

I am SO addicted, it sometimes worries me!! I go right to the board EVERY time I log on... I have learned A LOT from these boards though. When I was on vacation the first two weeks of July, I spent more time on DIS than anything else... planning my trip for Thanksgiving.

So you are NOT alone, and at least it's a good addiction!!

[Disneydenise]

My name is Disneydenise and I am a Disneyholic. I am sure I could put my time to better use, cleaning closests or other boring chores. I could also shop more but then I wouldn't have any money to go to Disney World. If I have to have a vice I think this is a good one. I have met some very nice people on the Dis and gotten some great info. I hope I have returned the favor.

[susy]

Guilty!

Well, I have been on everyday for the past 15 months. I usually book a new trip within 48 hrs of being home- one time I didn't even make it past mid-morning.

[jennymouse]

Yep, I'm pretty much hooked too. I've been 2 weeks now without a cigarrette so the DIS is now my last vice.LOL Take this away & I'll be left with nothing!:rolleyes:

[chancellor]

Not only did I continually check these boards AFTER getting back from WDW, I find the only way to appease the addiction is to begin planning your next trip IMMEDIATELY. I'm currently working on two....:p

[ShannonP]

Count me in...another addict...I guess I'll begin rehab after our trip...even though I know I'll fall off the wagon...again...

I wonder how many of us are checking this site from work...hmmm...:smooth:

[milmore104]

My name is Nicki and I'm a Disney ADDICT. I can't tell you how many times I check the site because I never shut it off. Every now and then my DH checks his mail but otherwise it's always on. I love the DIS and everyone on it. I love that there is other people out there that are addicted to Disney. Now I know I'm not weird!!!

[buzz2400]

I am also addicted. Whenever I am bored at work I log on, like I am doing now. I have found so much information from this board. I leave 8/3 and can't wait to use all the information. I'm going to look for the talking wastecan, the talking water fountain, the mayor, the CM name tags, etc, etc, etc. I also love the fact that you ask a question and before the day is over you have many replies. I love you all!!!

[LvsTnk]

I prefer to call it a hobby LOL! The only thing I hate about my "hobby" is when my DH figures out I have been DISing all day, then it feels like an addiction! Laurie :D

[lizzie64]

It's the first thing I do in the morning and the last thing I do at night.

It's an absolute compulsion. And my trip isn't until May!!!!!!!!!!!

[halfway there]

Count me in!!

And congrats to jennymouse!

I find that my favorite e-mails come from the DIS boards. I love checking out the same posts over and over (with additional replies, of course). My typing skills have really improved so I can't complain. This is one addiction that at least I'm learning from. There's so much more to see around here but I rarely ever make it out of just the Resorts forum. Help!!

[ead79]

I'm definitely addicted! I spend tons of time on the DIS! :o ;)

[KJal1]

JJustin8080

You're only three weeks into the planning. The addiction hasn't even begun....wait 'til you get back!!

I knew I wasn't the only one whose on here constantly, they really should start a WDWAnonymous(e).;)

[meeshi]

I am sooo addicted and it's not good. I get on first thing in the morning and get back on every chance I get. It's getting bad. I need help! My family is starting to really give me a hard time about being on the computer so much. :o

[BCV23]

Me, too. This summer, I find I check first thing in the morning and run back to check multiple times during the day. Today may have been my worst! Other than a trip to WDW, has anyone found a cure?

[Krissalee]

I admit it, I'm addicted, too. I check these boards daily after work, and sometimes (ok, oftentimes) check again in the evning. DH has started calling me a DisneyManiac, and whenever I am on the computer, he accuses me of "Maniac-ing!" And he's right. ;) He sure does love the trips I plan, though!

:earsgirl: Krissy

[wdwnutze]

I'm also addicted. I've been checking usually 2x a day and when I'm not able to get on the computer I really miss it. I think the question should really be "Is there anyone on this site that is NOT addicted?"

[big4bball]

This is my first time posting anything, although I have been reading from the boards for about 4 months. My wife actually calls it an obsession. I have been planning for our next trip since Jan. and we won't go back until March. I love doing this and planning for all the magic:Pinkbounc :Pinkbounc :bounce:

[helenk]

I am addicted or obsessed whatever!
I check the board frequently, more so at work because I do have it marked as a favorite and when I am on hold I check to see what is going on, instead of taking a break I check the boards, and for part of my lunch I check the boards, my first 1/2 hour of lunch is walking, gotta get use to walking miles each day at WDW!
I think I have read every guide book and I love the planning stages as much as the vacation itself.
Now that I have upgraded to the WL with the great codes I find myself sneaking a peak at the resorts board a bit more lately. I am slowly but surely going through the WL thread which is over 50 pages long.
I LOVE THIS PLACE AND WDW

[Tesabat]

I admit it too - I'm hooked! I also think of it as a hobby - until I'm behind on things and check the boards anyway...then, I agree, it's an addiction! I lurked for quite awhile and then finally started posting...and I really think that's when you get even MORE hooked! At least, that's what happened to me! :D

[jldriscoll]

DH's computer shut down the network in our house today and he didn't figure that out until 5pm!! AAAAHHHHH , didn't care about the missed emails, or instant messaging the best friend.....how was I going to get through the day without all of you!!!!:confused: :confused:

Solved that problem by taking the kids the a state park for 5 hours.....

Now to catch up :bounce: :Pinkbounc :bounce: :Pinkbounc

[MickeyMonstersMom]

I've graduated from a simple compulsive planner to a WDW addict. I thought it was bad when I had 6 WDW books on my nightstand, rereading them and comparing perspectives nightly. Then I came here... I'm on at least twice a day, must check every forum, and then often will go back and check those books again! We leave on our first family trip (my third) in exactly one month, and I've already started mentally organizing the next three trips I plan to make (and those not until 2005-6!). What will I do when school starts back up and the real world intrudes???


All that aside, this is a fantastic community of addicts. :D

Lori

[Krissalee]

In my opinion (obsessive :teeth: ) planning is half the fun!!!!!

:earsgirl: Krissy

[Bobrow]

I thought it was only me! I check constantly and wonder what I will do in 4 weeks when its over! Even my kids think I'm nuts! I' am afraid of the big letdown when I get home.

[kimmar067]

My DS's laugh at me for being so "obsessed" with the Dis (like that's a BAD thing???!?!??!). Even my dH thinks that I'm nuts, too. Well, he sure doesn't think that when I'm busy searching for all the little ins-and-outs for our vacation!! For instance, he bragged to two of his aquaintances how I saved SOOO much $$$ on this trip we will be taking (in about 14 hrs!) As recently as a day ago, I almost paid $61.99 for the 1st day and $69.99 for the 2nd day on a rental of a Dodge Caravan. Guess what?? Because of the DIS, I am now only paying $39.99/day!! If it isn't illegal (the DIS ISN'T illegal, right?), immoral, hurt anybody (ok, so my DFam's sanity is at stake!!;) ), or cost anything, it can't be TOO bad........okay, you can all nod your heads in agreement:wave: !

[melomouse]

I have to laugh - we are all SO not alone! I almost had a breakdown when my computer crashed a few weeks ago.
Today I was rebooking my car rental at a better rate - or so I thought - only to check with Avis and found my compact was $155 w/ taxes, etc. Did not rebook ANYTHING! Just felt like I was really starting to lose it!
Checking the boards is what I do to alleviate my anxiety about the trip, my fears about whether everyone will be happy in WDW and whether or not the room at WL is really big enough for 2 adults, DS and DD.
oh, couldn't we all go on & on.... so maybe I'll start a new thread now...?

We're all in it together. Sure helps me through my day.

I think 17 days to go. Lost my clock along with my mind...:jester:

[wdwfan]

I have been addicted to these boards for a very long time!! I check them almost everyday, practically all year long! I usually go to Disney in July so when January rolls around, my time on the boards begins to increase! I am just addicted to info, reading about the experiences of others and occassionally offering an opinion. My family is amazed by the time I spend on the boards! What else could I actually learn? Oh well, it's a harmless addiction!:)

[TigrLvsPooh]

Yes, I am obsessed. Even my dh, who loves WDW, thinks I'm crazy. ;) I check the boards MANY times a day and I'm always planning my next trip. :D

LONG LIVE THE DIS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

:p :p :p :p :p :p :p :p :p :p :p :p :p :p :p :p

[cindala]

Oh, so that is what you call it?!?! Yup, then I guess I am! It's the next best thing to being in WDW!!:):D:)




:bounce: :bounce: :bounce: :bounce: :bounce: :bounce: :bounce:

[joyful1nh]

I too, am addicted! I only check the boards once a day (or so) and try to limit myself to planning no more than two Disney trips at a time (but must always have one in planning stages). Now that DH gave me a wireless network for Mother's Day, I can surf while watching the Disney channel! We go to the Disney store at least once a month and I just bought Disney stock (it's a bargain now, right?) Oh yeah, I've got it bad....

[jwfla422]

It's nice to know that there are at least 43 other DISers who are DIS ADDICTS like me:)

My dh thinks I'm crazy (and he thinks all's I do is surf the DIS because it's always up on the computer when he comes home from work!)

It definitely makes that Disney withdrawl easier to cope with now!

I'll never forget the few times this site went down last year, sometimes for 2-3 days at a time, I went crazy!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

But, I'll tell you, when friends ask about Disney, they know I'm a Disney information center!!! So, hey, knowledge is a great thing, right!:p

[BELLA1]

I am guilty of being obsessed with a MOUSE AND HIS HOUSE.

I cannot help myself. Not one little bit....NOR do i want to....I love every minute of it!:rolleyes: :rolleyes: :rolleyes: :rolleyes:

I AM A DIZNEY NUT (http://www.diznutz.com)

Hey JWLFA422....How you doing over there? Havent talked to you in a bit.

[maggie767]

i am so glad that these boards are here. this is about the only thing i really get in to. this is great to have them. i'm going again in about 400 days, its too long but we will have fun planning. addicted to disney

[jwfla422]

Yeah, I'm so addicted I have no time to chat, he he he:p How ya doing there fella DIS addict!

See this site just kills me, it's worse than TV, so I don't turn it on past 10 or I don't get to sleep til after 12 (then I pay for it the next day), so here I am on the DIS and I keep looking at my clock and saying I must shut down by....does anyone know if there is software that will automatically shut off your computer???:jester: I have to hope for a "freeze" every night around, oh well...about the time it is now:p

[susy]

There are two pages about the lighting at AKL.....
the men in white jackets will be arriving shortly!

[TigrLvsPooh]

Suzy -

ROTFLMAOPMP!!!!!!!!!!!!



:p :p :p :p :p :p :p :p :p :p :p :p :p :p :p :p :p

[magic teacup]

A-is for the way that Mickey waves at me
D-is for the way Dis is good for me
D-is for all the Dis-count codes
I-is for the icing on the cake......feeling like you are 'there'
C-is for the wonderful cast members you meet
T-is for (well, I would say TOT but that ride scares me silly) so

we'll say Tink who lights a very fine firework show
Why because we like you...................................
(All together now)............M O U S E

I really had a life at one time, really I did.....I've got pictures here to prove it , they are just over here........wait there are the trip photos. Isn't DD cute posing with Minnie...........aaawwwww.
Good night, sleep tight.:wave:

[Bear Necessities]

Originally posted by lizzie64
It's the first thing I do in the morning and the last thing I do at night.

It's an absolute compulsion. And my trip isn't until May!!!!!!!!!!!



Lizzie Im right here with ya. OUr trip is in May too. I just found these boards about 2-3 weeks ago and now i cant stop. I check in 3 times a day at least and like another poster said its fun to read about other people s good experiences and to feel happy for them. If I was Kimmar right now since she is leaving this am, i would be excited beyond sleep. Maybe we will see ya in May???

[lizzie64]

Hey Laura,

Looks like we are 5 days apart. I leave for WDW on May 9 and I'm at AKL for 9 nights

[ReneeDisney]

I'm glad to know that I am not the only one! I check these boards every morning for new and exciting Disney information and have found alot of wonderful and helpful people. Having these boards makes my trip planning much easier, saves me money and let's me know that I am not the only Disney addict. THANKS! :p

[Disneydenise]

I already posted my addiction but I have been reading the thread and I have to say that if you have to hang around someplace I think it should be with people who have similar interests. This way you don't feel wierd ,you are with a group of your peers. The thing that is so wonderful about the www is that you have conneted with poeple who without this tool you would never have met and then you might go along forever thinking you are an odd ball. Well see all of you wonderful folks at the dis have validated me and and I thank you for it. We are all willing to help one and other with our planning and the generousity of spirit is a good thing. I think my family is grateful to you all too so that when I am obsessing over some thing I have all of you to turn to and they just reap the rewards of my effort. Thanks:)

[LadyTrampScamp&Angel]

Oh no, you are not alone!

[Beanie]

<--------Look at my post count, does that tell you anything??:rolleyes: ;)

Of course I am addicted! LOL...but I love these boards and I love being able to come here everyday and escape to Disney by reading all the posts!! That is what makes this place fun!!

[MAC3]

Ok I'll admit it too.

I'm addicted and have been since needing extra points and getting on this board. I love it. But to be honest ssh....(I do it at work too) .. It's effecting my job and that pays for the trips to the mouse house.
I'm actually hoping they take the internet access off so I'm not tempted.
I'm so weak...................

[TINKTWINS]

Is there something else im supposed to be doing????

My 2yo twins are just as addicted. I think I have an issue when Shayne thinks he can jump through the screen to get to the Castle. Dont tell DH that one!!

They ask DAILY to go To "Dis World" or to see "Relly" (Cinderella) or Capn. Cook or Binkerbell yes Binkerbell They are a huge reason for my "problem" living it through them is absolutly pricless!!! Housework simply doesnt matter

[eeyore0062]

Oh, at least several times a day. If I can't check for awhile, I go into withdrawl;)

[karensi]

Count me in too! Last month when we had to drop our computer off for repairs and were told it would be 7 to 10 days I almost had a nervous breakdown:D A friend that I work with offered to lend me a computer that he had that he said he no longer used. I took him up on the offer because I didn't know how I would survive without my daily fix on the Dis boards:D I love the planning. As others have said, it helps you get throught the time that you have to wait till your next vacation to the World. :)

[DancingBear]

I've got to get to all of those other threads!!!

;)

[lizzie64]

Too funny dancing bear!!!!!!!!!!!!

[montessori]

I, too, am a Disney addict. I was so glad to find these boards because then it was obvious that I am not the only one. I get depressed leaving WDW each time and I am not happy unless I am planning a Disney trip.
Has anyone ever felt like just MAYBE the next trip won't be so fantastic and that the spell will be broken? Of course, the next trip is THE BEST VACATION EVER and it's time to start planning again! http://www.wdwinfo.com/sites/family/hapfac01.gif

We just decided we're driving up tomorrow! Probably stay at The Caribbean and have dinner at Flying Fish.

I don't have any friends who like to "talk Disney", I am grateful for all my fellow Diser's out there! We understand each other. http://www.wdwinfo.com/sites/family/silly.gif

I say, welcome and embrace your Disney addiction! After all, Disney World IS the happiest place on earth!
http://www.wdwinfo.com/sites/family/sunny.gif

[BarryCF]

Look at my signature:D :p

I check this board and another one 3 times a day. I'm an absolute addict. Can't get enough. Come on December!!!!!!

Cheers:wave:

[SKJandBG]

Maybe so... I hadn't been to Disney World for nearly ten years, and had apparently forgotten just how much fun it is. Now I'm looking here every few days to see what's going on ... in an attempt to hold on to the magic? <chuckle>

[minnie56]

I have it 'so bad' for these boards that they're my opening page!
My daughter tells me I need a life........but it really becomes quite addictive!I can't believe the information on so many things!:D

[E.Jane]

I had managed to weed myself off this site shortly after our last trip to WDW to 01/01. But now that we've decided to return next December, (yes, 12/03!), I'm already scouring every scrap of information I can collect. I really want to stay at a deluxe next year, which means I need to get the best deal I can. Which means I need to know when to start watching for codes, which means I have to check this board at least twice a day for the next 12 months...........!

Jane

[DisneyAlly]

This is my favorite Disney web site. When I read trip reports, I feel like I am transported back to WDW. Several times, I have printed out entire threads so I can read them during my 90 minutes commute to/from work!
-Ally
:D :) :bounce: :Pinkbounc :bounce: :jester:

[Winniemouse]

My name is Winnie and I'm a Disneyaholic. You can count me in
too! I start my day checking and I end my day checking this board.
I can't get enough. Thank goodness for this site. I have to have
my fix!:D

[Kimkimba]

I work during the day, take care of my family the rest of the time, but then HERE I AM. At night, this has been my way to escape and take "hold" of our vacation (since obviously no one else is going to do it). A few days ago, I asked dh his "have to do list" in Dinsey. He replied "Gatorland." He always does that when he goes to Florida. Poor fella, he still doesn't have a clue that we are not going to Florida, we are going to Disney!!!!

[PrincessAli]

For our first few trips I lived on these boards, checking them several times a day, even after I returned from our trip, but then it depressed me to continue reading about everyones excitement in planning their up and coming trips when my next one would be so far away---now I only check the boards within a month or two of our next trip! We'll be at the 'Pin-Event in September and then again ( I know we're nuts) during the Christmas and New Years Holiday.

[BELLA1]

You all have made me feel sooooo NORMAL...despite what my family says.

I have really been enjoying this thread since almost the beginning...very funny stuff!

ThanksDizzy for DISNEY (http://www.diznutz.com)

[*Flower*]

Way back when.....

DH and I both registered and got user ids. He only used his once in a while, but it's still active.
I use mine more, and have saved so much and had more fun on our trips because of this site!!
I would have never tried the restaurants that we've done- or thought about buying APs when we moved closer to the Magic, or even splurged on a Deluxe Resort without the thread about Mousesavers.com!!
We'll be saving over $4200.00 just on our room for our big trip in December, thanks to Mary Waring and the posters who posted about their luck with the code!!!

I'm past addiction- I'm a zealot!!!


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[WiscMomof2]

Put it this way....the other day my 6 year old asked her dad why mommy always seems to be on the computer lately. :o YIKES!! I check the boards every day. I've gotten so many great tips and ideas here. I think they're awesome!

[PatriciaH]

to move to Orlando:) We are going for it next spring. I am so lucky to have a DH that is all for living in Florida. I gotta be closer to WDW!!!

78-off site
88-off site
93-CBR
94-CBR
94-WL
96-Dixie Landings
99-Port Orleans
00-Disneyland Hotel
01-CSR
02-CSR
November 02-POFQ

[Luv2Roam]

Yes:cool: