DESPERATELY need HELP for August 17

[Tinkerbells Magic]

Friends of ours gave us a this cruise as a surprise and a room (that accomodates 4) as a gift on August 17. Being a family of 6, we have tried to see if we could upgrade to a larger room and the rooms have been sold out for quite sometime. (Though we have kept checking in case of any changes.)

We initially made plans for our youngest two to stay with friends (who were quite happy due to the novelty of spending the night, ice cream, presents when we got home for them, etc...). Problem is one of them is chronically ill, but stable, and the friends who initially could take her and her sister have had a family crisis arise and will not be able to keep them. We have been able to find a close friend to keep one of the girls, but not the other due to her medical issues.

Our little girl, Grace, is 3 1/2 and requires nightly shots of interferon due to medical problems she came to us with from a Cambodian orphanage 2 years ago.

We have scurried around trying to find friends she knows and trusts and we know and trust who are also trained in giving her her injections (or capable of being trained), but to no avail.

Disney has said that she can come with us, but CANNOT be registered under our room due to the room capacity of 4 and the fire marshal rules. They said the only way she could accompany us would be for "friends" to register her to their room whose occupancy rate is not already full, under OUR last name and as OUR daughter. (We pay the additional fare too ) She would only be required to be shown present in that room during the mandatory on deck fire drill on the first night of the cruise. (They want everyone lined up with life vests and at their assigned location according to room during the drill) After that she can be with us 100% of the time, as they do not care who sleeps where and she would be assigned to dine with us as well as our responsibility for the entire cruise. They said it is not uncommon that groups or large families travelling do this because of occupancy rate limitations. THE DIFFERENCE HERE IS WE HAVE NO FRIENDS OR FAMILY TRAVELLING WITH US AND NO WHERE ELSE TO TURN EXCEPT TO THIS BOARD. We are hoping for an angel.

We are HOPING and PRAYING someone out there as a family of 2 or 3 registered in a room for 4 or a family of 4 registered in a room for 5, would be willing to add her on as a FRIEND, in our last name, to their cabin so that she can accompany us and I can give her her nightly injections (which she cannot miss) and be there for her. (They injections make her a little nauseous at times.) The cruise was originally given to my husband (and our family) due to ongoing health problems my husband has had that have prevented him from being able to work and have caused major changes in our family. The idea was to lift some stress and put some fun and *magic* back into his way of thinking. He cannot not go. I cannot not go, as he cannot take care of the girls from a wheelchair and walker for a whole week (plus all the meds he is on). We are in a quandary. The date can't be changed because of the Florida Resident Special our friend got. Anybody out there who can help or knows someone who might be able to, PLEASE ask them. We would be forever grateful to you.

Sorry to have had to ask, but I don't know what else to do.
:confused:

Sincerely,

Liz and family

[disny4ever]

Sorry we are not on that cruise or would be glad to help out. I do hope your angel comes forward and that you and your family can make the cruise. It sounds like you deserve this chance more then anyone can image. I also hope things improve for you and your family in the future. Goog luck and I hope you have a very magical cruise !!!

[4nana]

Oh my how sad :(

I surely wish we were cruising at that time and could help out.
Do not give up and keep the faith ^i^. I am sure someone on our wonderful board will come up w/a good plan and be able to help you out. Best wishes to all your family, it sounds like you could use a break. I hope it works out and you get to have a magical vacation.

[RellingTwin]

Oh, how I wish we could help! We are not on your cruise:(
I have been reading this board for 2 years and have seen MANY wonderful things happen here.I'm sending LOADS of pixie dust your way, both for the cruise and for the health of your family!

[Minnie's Guy]

We are on that cruise also but a family
of four in a room for four! I would love
to help you out. Anyone else?

[Kimber1963]

Did you try putting a notice on the 8/17 thread? Somebody there must be able to help you.

[markey]

Also on your cruise, but our room is also full, 4 for 4. Hope everything works our for you.

[snelsonbrown]

Hello Liz,
I wish sweetie there could be someway I could help, but the only thing I can tell you that if you have needs while here in Cape Canaveral -----give me a call at the shop 800-950-4559 or my cell at 321-508-2246 and will do what ever possible to help --
Hope that it will all get solved before you leave.
God Bless you and yours super good.
Luv
Shirley

[Mama2sean]

I wish we could help, but we're also 4 for 4. Keep thinking positive, there is still time! Hopefully there is someone out here who can help you. We'll be praying for you too.

[Hygiene99]

pixie dust bump

[My~Rumbly~Tumbly]

Oh, you definitively deserve and NEED to make it on that ship! If I were on that cruise, I would help you out in a second. I will keep my fingers and toes crossed and pray someone will have the ability to help you out.

[My~Rumbly~Tumbly]

HOORAY HOORAY!

This really makes my heart happy!

[RellingTwin]

Liz...is it true? I saw Nana's post but it looked like that post was prior to your post about needing some help. I hope it all works out for you and your family. A awful lot of pixie dust has been heading your way!!

[cumickey]

That post is dated 08-01-2002, so I also believe it is an earlier post:

http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?s=&threadid=219219&perpage=15&pagenumber=3

Hope someone comes thru for your family Liz, good luck!

[4nana]

Relling Twin and cumickey....

THANK YOU so much for opening my eyes and correcting me! I have removed my reply. I was sooo happy for them I misread the date!! Oh my...please forgive me. Hoping if we keep bumping this they will get the help the desperately need.

[FantasticDisFamily]

To get you back to the head of the list with another load of pixie dust.

[onemichelle]

a bump and a prayer for you.

[JLSE50]

Wish I could help. We are going in October on the MAGIC.

Would an option be to see if you could move the reservation to a time when DCL has two adjoining rooms and you can take everyone?

Keep us posted.

Jan :earsgirl:

[ducklite]

Regretfully I'm cruising a week later, otherwise I'd be happy to help.

I can make one suggestion though--if you can't find anyone to help, but have a place for your DD to stay at home except for the medical needs, look into having the Visiting Nurse Association or another home care agency come in to give her her nightly injections and leave her with your friends.

One other thought, are the injections IM or IV? If they are IV, perhaps you could have a port put in for the week so the caregivers would only have to inject the line, rather than the vein.

Anne

[ducklite]

Just bumping up for you.

Anne

[4cruisin]

Tinkerbells Magic,

We will be praying that an angel comes through for you. You really deserve a break. I'm not cruising til January otherwise you would be all set by now.

In the meantime, here's a bump to keep your post on top. We will be hoping for the best for you.

4cruisin

[Cinders]

Cant help you with the cruise but go to this site and post your request in the Salon and maybe Member Magic.

Rita Aero's (http://www.readersclubhouse.com/salon/welcome301/settee.html)

[nativetxn]

I wish I could help, but I'm not cruising then :(

[mrsltg]

BUMP!!! :bounce: :Pinkbounc


Good luck... it will work out... it always does! :D

Erin

[binny]

a bump and a prayer for you! :)

I like the idea of a nurse coming in for the injections, would that work at all??

[MFan]

Gosh, wish we could help, but we're not on that cruise. I just checked the cruise list and saw the following DIS'ers will be on that ship and haven't responded on this thread yet. Maybe you can send them an email/private message to solicit their help.

bakmmo, lyndon1, SusanMouse, Rootee, osprey

They may be very willing and able, but haven't been back to this board recently. Just a thought...

[mcnuss]

Can't help either but am hoping for you. Would you post an update to let us know if you are having any luck?

[Dan Murphy]

I can only offer you and your family my best wishes and a prayer that your needs are answered. I never have cruised and am not a 'cruiser', but I can say a prayer.

Dan :sunny:

[hokie5cruiser]

I hope you find your angel

[eshannon]

I sent you a private message Please read and let me know what happens.;)

[minniegidget]

Just a bump and lots of pixie dust for you and your family.

[wovenwonder]

Praying and sprinking lots of Pixie Dust!!! Hoping that some DISer can find the kindness in their heart to help you out.
:D

[SkippyTheAlien]

I hope everything works out!! Everyone deserves a little bit of Disney magic now and then, I hope you get yours!

Lots of love and hope,

[Little Mermaid's Mom]

I hope things work out for your family.

Hugs Nancy

[MFan]

Another bump and hope things work out for you...

[Michelle]

Liz, I just sent you an e-mail that may help you...good luck!!! :)

[4cruisin]

Bump,

and wondering if you have had any luck yet.

[minniegidget]

Just to bump you up again

[Tinkerbells Magic]

WOW! :) To say that we are overwhelmed with everyone's thoughts, prayers, and kindness is an UNDERSTATEMENT! :D

We just got back from out of town last night. I am writing this in the wee hours of the morning to reply to everyone. GOD BLESS YOU ALL for CARING SO MUCH! To turn on the computer and pull up DIS and see so many beautiful, caring posts FILLED our hearts and brought tears to our eyes. We just couldn't BELIEVE that so many people, complete strangers mind you, would extend such warm and kind thoughts to us. :) :) :) Thank you to ALL you WONDERFUL people from the bottom of our hearts!

The update, so far, is there is no family going on August 17 that has contacted us with less than full occupancy. (Can't imagine why ;) :rolleyes: ) We knew it was a long shot. It sure was touching to hear from so many that wished they could help though. We are still hoping there is a family out there that hasn't read this yet or a family travelling on this date that can put the word out to others they know who are travelling then too.

In answer to both public and private e-mails, her shots have to be given nightly, they have to be drawn up (not pre-measured) and sterile technique MUST be followed in order to keep from introducing bacteria and other germs into her body via the needle and the injection site. Training someone properly and them being TOTALLY comfortable injecting a three year old child, and restraining her (so as to keep yourself from being kicked in the face or landing the needle somewhere other than intended) if necessary, is of utmost importance. It is awfully difficult to know and love a child that is not yours and find the courage and willingness to give them an injection that you know is going to hurt them, make them feel crappy inside afterward and make them mad as heck at you for the moment. Most people don't even like GETTING shots, much less the idea of giving them. Honestly, I wouldn't want to do it either (if I was in their shoes).

We have also looked into having a home nursing service come in nightly to do the injections, as was offered as a suggestion by someone. Complete strangers rotationally (different staff/changing shifts) would be coming in every night to give her a her shot. Different people unknown to her, coming nightly, is going to add quite a bit of undue stress and panic to her 3 year old mind, especially without the reassurance of her family. She has been put through an unbelievable amount of stress for being so young already. She had previously been placed with 4 other caregivers in another country, prior to us, been subjected to rural third world country "medical" beliefs and practices, that though done out of real love and concern for her, would be considered torturous and abusive by US standards, gone without her basics needs being met for weeks, and a whole lot more. The whole situation is very worrisome. The answer may well be not to go.

We have been tossing it around in our heads over and over from every which way. If it is not meant to be, it is not meant to be. I am thinking about sending a friend of mine in my place to help with the other two kids and make things go smoothly for my husband as well. He really does need this vacation, as do our oldest kids, who need a chance to loosen up and be kids for awhile again. They have taken on a lot of responsibility this year, though it was unintentionally and unexpectedly.

God always has a way of working things out. We thank you ALL for your prayers, warm and kind thoughts, and the true caring of strangers that came through so evident and strongly in the posts. God bless you ALL and THANK YOU for bolstering our hearts and minds. You have no idea how much we needed that tonight and the effect it will continue to have on us in the months to come.

I'm falling asleep. Got to go to bed before I make no sense at all! BLESS YOU ALL! :D :D :D :D :D

Sincerely,

Liz and family

[ennazus]

Liz- Your compassion for your little girl is so warming to the heart! You've been thinking everything out! (even the rotating shifts of visiting nurses-which would be stressful to a little child) I'll still pray for a wonderful answer for your family!!

Suzanne

[shipahoy]

I MAY be able to help you. Please call my office at the Disney Cruise Line. 407-566-7728

[liza]

Shipahoy, there are many of us out here who sure hope you can help! Please keep us posted.

[liza]

Shipahoy, there are many of us out here who sure hope you can help! Please keep us posted!

[Kelsie]

:) THIS is why we love Disney!!!

[bakmmo]

I am sorry I did not reply earlier but we have been away in disney, looking foward to the cruise. Unfortunately we can not help eventhough we would love to. We are a family of 4 in a room for 4 category 8.
So sorry.
Bakmmo

[wovenwonder]

Shipahoy - sending some extra pixie dust your way hoping that you can make this happen!

Hoping for an update SOON!!!!!!!!!
:p

[JLSE50]

I am adding prayers to the pixie dust. The best outcome would seem to be keeping this little family together.

Jan :earsgirl:

[4nana]

Keep the faith.... this is going to work out ^i^
You have lots of prayers and pixie dust with your family:)

[SkippyTheAlien]

Originally posted by wovenwonder
Shipahoy - sending some extra pixie dust your way hoping that you can make this happen!

Hoping for an update SOON!!!!!!!!!
:p

Same here!
Much love and hope!
And lots of Pixie Dust!!

[Mama2sean]

...bump and pixiedust. Hoping Shipahoy has good news for you, it sounds as though a little "Magic" is just what you and your family needs right now! Keep believing, and we are hoping to meet you and your family on the 8/17 cruise.

Kathy Jerry Sean and Thomas :D

[AnnaB]

Same here...Pixie Dust by the handfull...
Shipahoy ..if you can somehow help this family it will once again prove to all of us how magical Disney really is. Thanks for trying! :)

[kejoda]

Praying that someone can help you.

Can't wait for the update!

[disny4ever]

I'd like to see this stay up top until we hear a favorable update........still have our fingers crossed..

[Trinity]

Hi

We may be able to help you out. We have several rooms that will not be at capacity. BUT we need more info from you. Can you send us a private e-mail to osprey@pcisys.net.

Best wishes .... Trinity

PS: My dad is 'Osprey'

[osprey]

I think we can probably help you out with the room issue. Sorry we havn't respoded sooner. We've been out of the country on vacation and just came back last night. My DD ( Trinity ) is completely addicted to the board and immediently checked them on our return. She pointed out this thread to me and is begging to help you out.

Let us know If things do not work out with 'shipahoy'. If they can't help I'm sure we can make it work.

You can get hold of me at osprey@pcisys.net

Best wishes - Osprey

[jmalk]

Hooray!! I was praying all that pixie dust would come through. Let us all know if it all works out. You DISers are the best!

[disny4ever]

Glad someone has stepped up to help. Even if things are already settled, Osprey and his daughter deserve a great big DIS THANK YOU !!!!!

[4nana]

Never under-estimate the power of:

GOD :bounce:

PRAYERS:Pinkbounc

PEOPLE ON OUR WONDERFUL BOARD:bounce:

PIXIE DUST:Pinkbounc

[minniegidget]

So glad to hear that all of the pixie dust has started working. Hope everything works out.

[RellingTwin]

YIPPEEEEEEEEEEEE! Looks like things may work out...I am SO VERY happy for your family!

[RellingTwin]

YIPPEEEEEEEEEEEE! Looks like things may work out...I am SO VERY happy for your family!
Osprey...you have a fine child. :D You should be VERY proud!

[JLSE50]

:bounce: Three cheers for SHIPAHOY, OSPREY and TRINITY!! :Pinkbounc

Prayers for a happy outcome for all are coming your way.

Keep us posted,
Jan :earsgirl:

[ennazus]

osprey & Trinity.... God bless you!! How wonderful you must be to offer to open your door like this!! I hope everything can be worked out!

[Tinkerbells Magic]

I just finished writing an involved update with the POSITIVE NEWS that our daughter, Grace, will be able to go with us on Aug. 17 due to the generosity and kind-hearted COMPASSION of Disney Cruise Line's "Mouse upstairs" and his VERY hard working resourceful assistants. :)

I don't know WHAT buttoned I pushed, but the original reply I just wrote is GONE, nowhere to be seen again, best I can tell. I will NEVER understand the complex relationship I have with this computer! It by far wins hands down, everytime. ;)

As I am bleary-eyed and tired beyond making sense at 3 am in the morning, I will write later today to try to reconstruct the post and include the MANY, MANY thanks I owe to the individuals, families, and people of this board that held us in prayer and sent pixie dust our way. Let me tell you, it REALLY did work true MAGIC!!!

Story at 11...or 12....or 1. Got to find a quiet moment away from 4 kids to write and compose my thoughts, but I will. Just wanted to update you ASAP, though regretfully only in part at the moment due to my computer error. Dreams really do come true and to say that Disney really is MAGIC is an understatement! Thank you all for holding us in prayer and thought and God bless! Will write more tomorrow. And also will be responding to today's days latest e-mails that included SO many TRULY wonderful, generous, strangers that said they thought they might be able to helpas well. Going to bed with PEACE in my mind, a full heart and thankfulness to God, for showing me, AGAIN, this time through the people of this board, how much GOOD really does exist in this world, that acts of kindness every day- all around the world - FAR outweigh the terrible, awful, unexplainable acts of a few. That kindness, goodness, and love still have the upper hand and always will. < smiling, knowing angels all around :) > Good night and God bless you ALL! :)

Most sincerely,

Liz and family :) :) :)

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[kejoda]

Thats wonderful news. I cannot wait to hear the story.:Pinkbounc :bounce: :Pinkbounc :bounce: :bounce: :bounce: :Pinkbounc :bounce:

[Dan Murphy]

Wonderful news, Liz, the world is a nice place indeed, because people like Trinity and Osprey are in it. So very happy for you, way to go, both Trinity and Osprey. :sunny:

[helenabear]

This is such wonderful news!!! So glad to hear it!!!

[Beth E. (NJ)]

Reading this post brought tears to my eyes. I'm so glad that things are working out for your family. I look forward to reading the whole story when you get some rest and can post it.

Big {{{{hugs}}}} and Pixie dust to all the wonderful DISers who were in your corner.

[Michelle]

That is awesome news, Liz!!! That "mouse upstairs" is one special guy! :earsgirl:

I hope you and your family have a MAGICAL vacation! :sunny:

[Kelsie]

Great news and a big thank you to the "Mouse Upstairs" :)

True Disney Magic!!

Have a wonderful time!

[#1 Disney Fan]

I don't normally post on the Cruise Board, but over on the Community Board there's been links to this thread following the story and hoping for the very best. So I was so very happy to see the latest thread posted on the Community Board this morning and to find this great news. :) So happy for you, Tinkerbells Magic. Enjoy your trip, it sounds like it's been filled with Disney magic already. :)

[minniegidget]

Iam so happy for you and Your family. God bless everyone that is helping you out. With hearing all the bad in this world it is wonderful to hear some good news. I just wished I could have helped out more. Have a great trip. Can't wait to hear all about it.

[Fawn]

That is such blessed news!! It is amazing how wonderful everyone on this board is! We can't wait to hear how the Mouse upstairs helped you out!

:bounce: :Pinkbounc :bounce: :Pinkbounc

[zurgswife]

Hoping for the update with some details soon....I'm really glad the "mouse upstairs" helped make things work out.....Prayers and PD for you and your family....

[CarolAnnC]

I love happy endings.... :) :)

[iluvorlando]

YAY!! I was so thankful to read your post. Things here are truly MAGICal!! Thanks to whoever made this happen!!

[disny4ever]

Until we know the whole story........................................

[Samsma]

I worried about this all night. Need to know the details!!! Anyway, great news.

[disny4ever]

bump...bump...bump

[Tinkerbells Magic]

I finally have the time to write everyone. I apologize for not being able to sooner. 4 kids and a husband who does not get around well keeps me hopping! Our whole family sincerely thanks EACH AND EVERY ONE of you out there, known and unknown, who have held us in their hearts and minds and worked and prayed for a solution. :D What a RELIEVED (understatement), and still stunned, mother I am now! It is truly BEYOND words to figure out how to say thank you and fully represent the appreciation we have in our hearts for this incredibly generous and unexpected showing of true compassion and caring that was extended to us ever so GRACIOUSLY.

THE warm-hearted "Mouse" upstairs at DCL contacted us, having heard about our predicament, and said he thought he might be able to help our family situation by making it possible for Grace to come along too and thought it would be more ideal for her (and less worrisome) to have us administer her shots as we have always done up to this point. He said he wouldn't know yet, as it would take some time to go through the ship room by room and see what, if anything, could be done with the ship being a full sailing. He told us to rest assured, he had one of his best men...er "mice" who would be working on it tonight...and by morning he should have an answer as to whether this was possible or if other options needed to be explored. I have to say, I have never talked to a kinder, more down to earth mouse. He did NOT want credit, he simply wanted to help and see if there was anything in his power DCL could do to help our situation. (I did ask, however, if I may share their kindness publicly, before I wrote this.)

A kind and EXTRAORDINARILY dedicated staff worked together and pulled off the impossible, (NO small feat on a full ship!) finding a way we could all stay together and take our 3 1/2 year old WITH us, so we could administer her shots ourselves. Equally amazing was that we were upgraded and provided with a handicap accessible room for my husband (extremely helpful as it has multiple low safety rails, a lower sink, shower bench, room to maneuver without risking hurting his extended leg.) THEN, the "Mouse upstairs" connected us to a wonderful lady who had intuitive foresight and suggested we might need a refrigerator to be put in the room to keep our daughter's vials of meds. at an even temp., a sharps box so we wouldn't have to carry one with us, extra pillows, Fed-Ex documents sent ASAP to include Grace and please, if there is anything else we can do to be helpful, just say the word. Here's my number, just let me know." I just listened on the other end of the phone, STUNNED, my ear straining to detect the slightest hint of a relatives voice who might be behind this call and about to say "ha! ...gotcha, didn't I?!". :p (It is a long standing tradition in our family) :rolleyes:

Wow, let me tell you, phone calls like the ones of that day, from the kindness of strangers, create incredibly comforting memories that carry you through the tougher days. It was like angels were visited on us. All the worry, the anxiety, the burden of what to do, who should go, who should not go, how will the older girls would take it if I don't go, how would my husband manage, would my older girls do well with a friend of mine along to help instead, would this cause resentment among the girls, etc...was GONE! Suddenly we were a family going on a sorely (another huge understatement) needed VACATION together. Phew!

We let our oldest two girls tell little Gracie. Together they told her that Mickey and Minnie had Tinkerbell (her favorite :) ) phone mommy and daddy and tell them that they specially wanted Gracie to come with us on the Disney trip next week. We watched her face turn from calm to WONDER and WIDE-EYED AWE, as understanding swept across her face. Frozen in place, she whispered so quietly "Tink-a-bell...???... invited...... (high ascending scream) MEEEEEEEEEEEE???!!!!!!!!!!" and flew into 7 year old Lily's arm's grinning so widely from ear to ear her eyes almost disappeared. :teeth: Lily, who had squatted down to eye-level to tell her in a more personal fashion, got knocked in the head so hard from the impact of Gracie exuberantly flying at her to hug her, that she landed flat backwards on the floor, legs splayed out, face wincing from the sudden, hard head banging. Lily lay there pinned, holding her face, trying to protect herself from further hysterical toddler injury. Gracie, still TOTALLY caught up in the excitement and oblivious to Lily's pain, jumped up and down on Lily's stomach, her legs squeezing Lily's sides and her arms tightly wrapped around Lily's neck, jerking Lily's poor head off the floor UP and DOWN with every bounce of her bottom on Lily's stomach. :Pinkbounc :bounce:

All the while she is yelling in Lily's face, "Lily!!! Anna!!! I goin' to see TINK-A-BELL!!!!!!!!!! and Mickey and Minnie and TINK-A-BELL!!!!!!!!!!!!" It was hysterical! :bounce: :D

Disney and it's wonderful staff and crew have certainly made our little Gracie believe in the true *MAGIC* of Disney and that "Tink-a-bell" really DOES exist and have true *MAGICAL* pixie dust that she can use to make wonderful, HAPPY things come true. Our entire family holds you all in the highest respect for the incredibly GENUINE, CARING, and GRACIOUS help you extended our family out of the KINDNESS of your hearts and the SIMPLE desire to help and affect a difference where you saw you could. GOD BLESS YOU, ALL! :) :) :)

Never, ever underestimate the power of prayer and faith. TOGETHER everyone here helped make this happen. What an AWESOME group to be a part of! :) Thank you for including us in your "family". :p

Most sincerely,

Liz and family :D

[jmalk]

Pixie dust, the mouse and God. What a combo. I too believe in the power of prayer, and we were all praying for you. More prayers for you and your family as you enjoy your trip with tinkabell. With the sometimes bad things we hear of Disney Corporate, it's nice to hear there still is a whole lot of magic!

Let us know how Gracie enjoyed her trip, you have a good way with words. I cried and laughed when I read your post. God Bless.

[4nana]

Dear Liz, Hubby and children.....

My heart is overjoyed that everything has worked out for your family. Thru all our prayers God has once again showed us one of his miracles! It is so wonderful that DLC came thru! A special thanks to the Mouse, you make Walt very proud! I know your family will have the 'magic'al trip of a lifetime making many special memories. God Bless ^i^ and we will be thinking about you all Aug 17 week when you are cruising. Pls keep in touch.
{{{{{{ big hugs to all }}}}}}




:bounce: :Pinkbounc :bounce: :Pinkbounc :bounce: :Pinkbounc

[disny4ever]

Putting a childs needs first along with her family.....................
way to go DCL and the Mouse. Is it a wonder why we all hold DCL and Disney so close to our hearts.
It's good to hear some good news every once in awhile.


Liz and family have a fantastically Magical trip......and give the Mouse a BIG hug from all of us !!!!

[4cruisin]

Liz,

I am so happy for you and your family. What a beautiful name for such a precious daughter, Grace. I am sitting here at work with tears streaming down my face. This story shows how the power of prayer and friendship really does work. Great work on the part of DCL, Trinity, Osprey, all the Disers who kept bumping the original post up to the top and never gave up on trying to help you.

Liz, I hope you, your husband and the children have a wonderful time. It sounds like the really "BIG MOUSE" will be with you all the way.

God Bless!

[Beth E. (NJ)]

Reading this brought tears to my eyes once again. I'm so glad that everything worked out for your family. I hope you all have a wonderful cruise.

Big thank you to the wonderful people of DCL for making this happen! They are a great bunch. :D

[Rootee]

Liz, ever since you wrote to me a number of weeks ago and we brainstormed about your situation, I've been thinking of you and your family and just praying that something would work out. I've been back and forth driving to MN and have been checking online at public libraries on the way there and back just to check on this thread.

I can't tell you how pleased I am that everything worked out so incredibly well.

Looking forward to seeing you AND GRACE!!! this weekend!!

Ruth

[osprey]

Liz

That's wonderful!:bounce: :bounce: :bounce:

You and your family have been on our mind since we read your plea for help. My DD (Trinity) will be elated with the news that your entire family can make the trip. We are truly inspired by the Mouse's generosity and wish to extend our thanks to all the people who made this happen. There is Magic at Disney and it lives in the hearts of all its employees.

The 'Tink-a-bell' story is absolutely touching and a memory to treasure. Thank you for sharing it with us. I hope the cruise will bring many more Magical moments for all of you and especially for Grace.

Have a MAGICAL cruise!
Osprey

[Regina]

What a miraculous turn of events! I'm so happy for you.

[liza]

Congratulations, and thanks for the opportunity of helping me put any little minor frustrustations or annoyances in my own life into perspective...

Hope you all have a wonderful, happy time.

Way to go, Disney.

[nativetxn]

I'm all puddled up just reading this. I'm so happy for you. I hope your family has an absolutely <b>magical</b> cruise :)

[CathyCanada]

I love a happy ending.....and to see the magic of Disney come through. :)

Wishing you all a WONDERFUL cruise!!
Cathy

[Doctor P]

What truly wonderful news. Have a great trip!

[keenercam]

Liz,
Though I have not written, you and your family have been in my prayers since I first read your post. I know that none of us can begin to imagine what you have been through, but for all of us who have sailed with DCL, we can assure you that we know what you will be going through-- you will have a FABULOUS time! How wonderful that you will be able to share the experience as a family!!! Our prayers go with you.
BTW, Tink-a-bell is my favorite too!
God bless you all -- and the mouse, too!
Cam

[taswira]

Liz, we are all SO happy and relieved for you and your family! You deserve the magical vacation experience you are about to have. You <I>must</I> promise to write a thorough trip report. We will all look forward to it. I noticed in your profile that your number one interest is READING (in all caps). Your writing talent certainly reflects that.

You will remain in our prayers. THE Mouse has our gratitude. <B>Anyone who says DCL has lost the "magic" needs to read this thread.</B> They continue to come through where it really matters.

Have a wonderful trip and take care!

[FantasticDisFamily]

I've been out of town in the wilderness with my Scout troop for the past 5 days and unable to keep up. Almost the FIRST thing my DH told me when we returned home was the good news!!!!

:Pinkbounc :bounce: :Pinkbounc :bounce: :Pinkbounc

Told me to read the posts asap. This is the first chance I had and as so many have said I am amazed and so glad for you.

Enjoy the trip, the *Magic* and let us know how the trip was. You deserve it!

Deb

[Michelle]

Liz, I hope you are happily packing for your MAGICAL adventure! :)

Thank you so much for taking the time to share the details of your happy ending. I never cease to be impressed by the true spirit of Disney that is alive and well at DCL.

We look forward to hearing all about your cruise when you return! :)

[Hygiene99]

I think this is Awesome........
Probably one of the nicest, If not the Nicest thing I have seen
done on this board since we have Been around and it has been some time now... THANK U .. DCL Screenname SHIPAHOY
Also OSPREY and your Daughter for stepping up to the plate....

[MFan]

I'm sitting here reading this at work with tears rolling down my eyes... The outpouring of love on this thread is amazing. I'm so happy there are so many caring people in this world.

Liz, you have an amazing way with words. Thank you!! Your message conveyed your joyous moment so effectively that we all were able to share it with you! Wishing you and your family the most WONDERfully & MAGICal vacation!!

:bounce: :Pinkbounc :Pinkbounc :bounce: :Pinkbounc :Pinkbounc :bounce:

[snuggles]

Add me to the list of people bawling my eyes out. I hope this trip is more than you could ever imagine. Have a blast and dont forget to share every detail with us. :)

[two4ruff]

Wow.

Thats all I can think to say.

God bless and have a GREAT trip!!!

[dis4me]

I am so glad everything worked out for you. We were originally going on the same cruise but since we had an addition to our family we had to rescedule for Nov. Have a great cruise.Your family deserves it.
Best of health and Happiness to you all.
God Bless all the well wishers and those who made the magic happen for this family.

[mlshields]

FANTASTIC :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D


Have a wonderful time!

[zurgswife]

Count me amoung the bawling eyes on this thread....I'm very happy that the "MOUSE" and TINK upstairs made the magic work for your family in a special way....enjoy your trip and don't forget to write a trip report...

[Eisai Babe]

My family and I are so grateful that you shared your story with us. Thanks to everyone who helped you, and thanks to God who gaves them great and caring hearts.

I can't say enough that we all hope you and your family have a super time on your trip. Enjoy every minute!!!! :bounce: :p

[Cara]

I never read or post on the DCL forum, but I have had visions of cruises dancing through my head lately. This is just wonderful news -- hooray for DCL and the mouse upstairs!!!

Cara :bounce: :Pinkbounc :bounce: :Pinkbounc

[kejoda]

God does work in wonderful, mysterious ways.

Liz you had me crying reading your post. But now I'm LMBO reading about poor Lily. I bet she never tells Gracie exciting news again, at least not without some sort of protection.;) I hope she wasn't that hurt.

Have a wonderful trip enjoy your family time.{{{HUGS}}} to your family. Take notes we'll be here waiting for a trip report!

[AnnaB]

Dear Liz and Family

Horray! I'm so happy for you and your family. Enjoy every second together,relax and have fun. You certainly deserve it!

To the Mouse upstairs - Thank you ! Thank You Thank You ! It is because of business ethics such as this, I choose to spend my money at WDW and DCL. Way to go!

[JLSE50]

LIZ: when you write a trip report can you post a link here on this thread so we don't miss it?

Jan :earsgirl:

[minniegidget]

I read this the 1st time at work. Had chills the 1st time I read it. When I got home I needed to read it again just so I could read it all over again. This time I had tears. I have been keeping my DM posted and come home for work and said " They all get to go"and she was happy also. Have a great trip, cant wait to hear all about it.

[goin2dzny]

Have an absolutely ***MAGICal*** time!:Pinkbounc

We would love for you to share your wonderful experiences with us upon your return!

;)

[kbeverina]

I'm in tears reading this--I've been checking up on this thread to see if everything would work out. My son is diabetic and requires injections and we would never be able to leave him with someone else so I have complete sympathy for what you're going through. Sometimes children who deal with chronic illnesses need a break from reality more than we realize--I'm so glad she'll be able to go. Please check your PMs, I might have something that could help you with the injections.
Kathy

[wovenwonder]

What terrific news to come home to after a long weekend camping trip! So happy that the MAGIC of Disney has come thru for you!
:D

[DreamsDoComeTrue]

I finally tracked this thread down, to read Liz's story on the wonderful results. I'd been off line awhile, and this was on my mind daily!
What a great inspiration to us all, this whole thread has been. The vast majority of people are so good. Don't anyone forget that!
ShipsAhoy, Trinity, Osprey, and the "Big Mouse"... you were all wonderful to jump out there with offers. Lots of blessings your way.

Liz, what a great 'report' Hope Lily's head has stopped spinning. My own DD cried and laughed with me, as I read her your story.
We'll be thinking of you and your lovely family all of this week!

Have a wonderful trip. :wave:

[luv2tvl]

Add me to the "crying while at work" list. I've just taken about 45 minutes and read this entire post, my heart is just overjoyed with what your family has been given!
It's amazing to me all the love and prayers you have received (from myself included) and just another example that God does work in truly mysterious ways!
That "Mouse" is one amazing company, and it just reaffirms again and again what a unbelievable instution they are.
Have a great time, enjoy every minute of your time together, and RELAX!
God Bless your whole family.

[SweetSpot]

I am so happy for you and your family. Unbelievable to know that a company as large as Disney truly does care about people. Good things happen to good people!!

I hope you have a vacation that you will remember always!!

[D A P & I]

Thank you God for a very special little girl named Grace. She opened all our hearts, and helped us realize just how much we all need each other.
Thank you to Lord for this very special MOUSE that helped this families dreams come true.
Thank you for the love and laughter this family will share on the Magical cruise.
We pray for their safety, and that all will be MAGICAL!

Will be waiting to hear from you when you return.

Love to you all,
Anne:D

[My~Rumbly~Tumbly]

Thank you, Grace, for reminding us that children ARE God's way of saying the world must go on. And thank you to the 'mouse' for making the magic.

You guys SO deserve this! I can't wait to hear the trip report!

Many many hugs from VT!

[Dave_from_Marietta]

How soon do you get to leave, Tammy? Are you leaving tomorrow or waiting until Saturday morning?

[eshannon]

Sorry, I went back and looked again. I was looking at October 29th instead of October 1st:eek:

Thanks for the correction:D
elaine

[Tinkerbells Magic]

I truly thought I was going to have a nervous breakdown getting everybody and everything packed! All my "I'll get TOTALLY prepared ahead of time THIS time...flew out the window. Most had to get done today. Life has a way of not following the "plans" sometimes, doesn't it? Well Gracie was the positive side of that. :) Just got to stay in positive thinking when you get so tired and frazzled!

What a TRUE gift, miracle, and a huge burden and worry off our shoulders to be able to take her with us. :) :) :) Just wanted to thank you all ONCE AGAIN for EVERYTHING EVERYONE did to make this possible. I certainly will post a trip report, though I suspect I may be sleeping the first few days! We leave in three hours to take the dogs to the kennel at 7 am from here and drive the rest of the way. Then we overnight at the Radisson because it saves on parking fees.( PLUS, my husband is not one of those people who ever leaves on time, so I had to build in a "buffer" zone of this extra half day at the Radisson to make sure we board on Sat. before the ship departs. :rolleyes: ) NOT ONCE are we ever on time. AHHHHHH! NO MORE! It wasn't until today he realized the ship doesn't leave on Friday, but Saturday. (Hey, but it got things done so we start out with less anxiety once we are ON THE ROAD!!! I told him I prepaid the Radisson, so I knew there was NO way he would consider NOT leaving tomorrow and try and bargain for another days time. ;) )

Thank you all once and again. At DCL, not only the "MOUSE" upstairs but ALL the mouse's staff and workers put much time into this. This was a major undertaking that MANY people at DCL pulled together with incredible grace, kindness, and generosity. THANK YOU! And thank you SHIRLEY too for your kind thoughts as I never did get a chance to get back to you. You have a HUGE fan club out there, you know! ;)

We will be back in touch and also give an update and report on COZUMEL NEEDY KIDS /Chrysalis Group. I will be meeting with one of their original founders and getting statistics, a write-up of their mission purpose, photos, etc...and try and get a whole, complete package of information that people can refer to when they are considering donating. For those who don't know, they are a great group of volunteers (founded by American women living there) that work on the sole behalf of educating the poorest children of Cozumel by making funds, supplies, and a family support system available to ensure success for the students they screen and pre-qualify. Many times these families have NEVER had anyone, ever attend school in generations. This is a chance to break the cycle of poverty, spark hope and change the present and future course of not only these children's lives, but their families.

Blessings to all!

Good night and BON VOYAGE! :)

Yippee! We are FINALLY going! Hard to believe the time is actually here! :) :) :)

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Love,

Liz and family :)

[Doctor P]

Have a great trip!

[DreamsDoComeTrue]

Originally posted by Tinkerbells Magic
I told him I prepaid the Radisson, so I knew there was NO way he would consider NOT leaving tomorrow and try and bargain for another days time. ;) ) Smart girl.

[snelsonbrown]

Another prayer answered - Mr. Disney I am sure that you was right there when this prayer was answered. A smile followed
May each of you be super blessed for helping this family with all the positive thoughts - you all are awesome.
Always
Shirley

[howardk613]

Liz and family,
What a great ending. To those that think that Disney and the DCL are not truly dedicated to making each guests experience a magical one, I would refer them to this thread and to Liz and her family. This only reinforces my belief in Disney and the terrific cast members that make this company so special. Enjoy your family on that amazing ship. I hope you have the time of your lives.

[cumickey]

So thrilled with the outcome, it was getting pretty close there, yikes!. I'm another one with a soggy keyboard, I could picture it perfectly, Gracie's reaction was priceless!. And I am sure you will get to witness lots more on the cruise, thinking of you all boarding today and hopefully on time lol!!. Please do a report when you get back as you write so well, it will be a pleasure to read especially as we all feel like we 'know' you now!. I'd also be interested in Gracie's side of it having a 3yr old myself, so hope you get to find some time to get on the board. Take care and enjoy yourselves immensely, you deserve it!!!.

[snelsonbrown]

Open letter to Tinkerbells Magic,
My husband and I looked for you today at the Magic, but rules have changed, and we were not allowed anywhere near the entrance (I understand tho) --I had a Mickey for your little one - anyhow Norm and I will be at the departure of your cruise this afternoon and will be taking pictures as you leave the port - email me afterwards with address etc and will make sure you get them.
I hope your trip with your family is everything that you have ever dreamed of.
God bless
Always
Shirley

[snelsonbrown]

I did make it to the Port and I did get pictures of the Magic leaving - so anyone that wants copies they are most welcomed to them. It was great being able to do so.
Always
Shirley

[JLSE50]

SHIRLEY you are so sweet!!

Jan :earsgirl:

[Mike Bartenhagen]

Liz and Family,

I guess by the time you read this you should be home, so welcome home. I wanted to suggest that if you are not using Emla prior to Gracie's injections you may want to try it. My 6 month old has IS and requires a daily injection of a steroid and we use the Emla one hour prior to the shot and a lot of times he sleeps through them. It is a prescription cream that numbs the area of the injection.

Hope you guys had fun.

[JLSE50]

I have long wished there was some way to numb the area for a shot when I child must have one. Finally there is EMLA, I am glad to know that too.

Thanks MIKE for sharing. I hope this helps GRACE.

Jan :earsgirl:

[liza]

ttt
Is there a trip report?

[Dave_from_Marietta]

Originally posted by liza

Is there a trip report? Not yet. They're still on their cruise. They don't return to Port Canaveral until Saturday.

[Deb in IA]

Oh, I am so glad this thread came up to the top again.

We were on the cruise just before Liz and her family (8/10 to 8/17), and I remember reading about her predicament just before we left. I was wondering the entire time on the cruise if she ever found an answer, and I was so happy to read about the wonderful way the DCL came through for her.

I too, will be waiting to hear from Liz how the trip went :D

[Deb in IA]

Oh, I am so glad this thread came up to the top again.

We were on the cruise just before Liz and her family (8/10 to 8/17), and I remember reading about her predicament just before we left. I was wondering the entire time on the cruise if she ever found an answer, and I was so happy to read about the wonderful way the DCL came through for her.

I too, will be waiting to hear from Liz how the trip went :D

[outahere]

Did anyone else notice that the post from shipahoy was their first, even though they've been registered since last December?

I guess the head mice at DCL do keep tabs on this board, and I am very pleased that they came through again!! I have read many posts, on this board, where a Disney CM has gone "above and beyond", and this certainly qualifies as one of the best!!

I can't wait to read the trip report.

[Mike Bartenhagen]

I also saw that and thought it was odd.

[GoofyDisney]

WAY TO GO DCL!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I am so glad things worked out. I just found this thread and cried through all 10 pages.

Tink - We all hope you and your family are having the time of your lives!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Magic does happen!!!!

[ennazus]

Did I say Bravo to Disney & Shipahoy, yet?

Bravo!!!

This is why Disney is the greatest place on earth!! (land or sea ;) )

Thank you so much for showing the human side of this great mouse!

I'm anxiously awaiting the trip report! :) :Pinkbounc :bounce:

[jellymoon]

Weeping at the keyboard. This is amazing. The internet is amazing, the way it can pull people together. Osprey and family--- just amazing. That Disney came through--- amazing. I'm amazed and inspired. Can't wait to hear the trip report.

I believe in magic!

[RellingTwin]

They are due back today! I've been thinking about this cruise and this family all week! WELCOME BACK!!!!

[eshannon]

I too have been thinking about them all week. i just know they had a great time. Can't wait to read a report or even a little note from them. It will be hard to find the time I am sure. She seems to have a very busy life with lots of extra work. I hope this cruise revived them all. Elaine

[snelsonbrown]

Hello Liz,
I left the house early this morn to see if I could find you somewhere in the hundreds of people, but I knew it would be useless before I left home BUT was hoping (I had to stand so far away from all the cruisers, I didn't know what I was going to accomplish) - please email me at snelsonbrown@aol.com when you read this - I pray that everything went wonderful for you and yours - i hope that you were able to relax (well somewhat) and that you and yours built many many memories for the years to come -
God bless
Always
Shirley

[Hygiene99]

bump.....

[Deb in IA]

Anyone hear anything from Liz yet??? :confused: :confused:

[SusanMouse]

Liz, The prayers worked! I was so excited to see you and your husband and 3 daughters on the cruise. We left home on 8/8 and I didn't know at that point if Grace would be coming on the cruise or not. I wasn't able to help you personally but I said many prayers for you and your family. That first night at Parrot Cay when I looked over and saw your family at the table next to ours, I couldn't believe my eyes! Every night at dinner I saw a happy family and it made my family also feel good because we had all discussed your situation when we were home and we all had you in our thoughts! I'm glad everything worked out so well!!! Disney people are great!!!! Sue. :Pinkbounc :Pinkbounc :Pinkbounc

[newbycruiser]

I'm glad to see everything worked out, ever since I saw your first post, I was frustrated I couldn't help.

I know what is like to have your challenges. My husband had a brain tumor, and we adopted a little girl from Russia with medical problems.

Happy to say, everybody recovered no, all are fine and we're going on a cruise!

Prayers of caring individuals go a LOOOOOONG way!

[Deb in IA]

Checking in again . . .

Any word yet from Liz and family???

[Deb in IA]

bump
:confused: :confused: :confused:

[minniegidget]

Just a bump to keep this up. I would love to know who Liz and her family did on the Magic.

[ennazus]

bumping up for Liz....

We'd love to hear how your trip went!

[disny4ever]

Just keeping this alive until we all hear the magical tale.

[wovenwonder]

I just returned from vacation -- did I miss any news from Liz?

[cruisnfamily]

Has anybody emailed or PMed Liz?

She must realize we are all dying to hear all the details from their trip!

[DreamsDoComeTrue]

I just PM'd her like, 5 minutes ago! Too funny, I think we're all getting a little nuts waiting!

[eshannon]

I pm'd her about four or five days ago and haven't heard anything back yet. Elaine

[liza]

ttt

[Fawn]

I was really hoping to hear something...any response to your pm?

[4nana]

We are all anxiously awaiting....but
I imagine w/a hubby and the little ones to tend ~ not to mention ajusting back to the real world ~ she has her hands full. I doubt she has forgotten us and will surely be in touch soon as she gets time. :)

[4nana]

:wave: DreamsDoComeTrue

SusanMouse reported on 8/26

Liz and family on 8/17 cruise
Liz, The prayers worked! I was so excited to see you and your husband and 3 daughters on the cruise. We left home on 8/8 and I didn't know at that point if Grace would be coming on the cruise or not. I wasn't able to help you personally but I said many prayers for you and your family. That first night at Parrot Cay when I looked over and saw your family at the table next to ours, I couldn't believe my eyes! Every night at dinner I saw a happy family and it made my family also feel good because we had all discussed your situation when we were home and we all had you in our thoughts! I'm glad everything worked out so well!!!
Disney people are great!!!
Sue

[DreamsDoComeTrue]

Thanks Nana. I did see that one. Really, I need to just get a life and stop running to this thread to check everyday!!! I'd take it off of email notification, but I'm so afraid she'll do a trip report and I'll MISS IT !

[disny4ever]

Just a bump...until Liz gives us what we need..

[Samsma]

Was there still a little girl who didn't get to go? Maybe I read wrong, but I was feeling sorry for the one that didn't get to go with the rest of the family.

[JLSE50]

I sent Liz an e-mail before the trip asking about the fourth daughter. She said that this little one is a one year old who was happy to be going on a "sleep over" with friends. I am not sure exactly how many months old she was, but she was small enough that the big deal they had made about the sleep over was enough for her.

I could not have left my baby but know people who do. We must each do what works best for us and our families.

Hoping Liz will write soon. If anyone finds a trip report elsewhere, give us a link to it on this thread, OK??

Jan :earsgirl:

[snelsonbrown]

If Liz ever does post her cruise report - I would like her to know that Norm and I did go to the port and took pictures as she passed us - just tell her to email me a snelsonbrown@aol.com and I would be most happy for her to have them.
Always
Shirley

[JLSE50]

I just sent Liz an e-mail asking about the trip. Hopefully she will get back to us all.

SHIRLEY: You are a gem to have taken pictures for her :)

Jan :earsgirl:

[Tluvs2talk]

I just read this thread and was crying the whole way through it. It is amazing how god works. I am so glad Liz and family were able to go on their cruise. I also would love to hear how it went.

[disny4ever]

BUMP.................

[DreamsDoComeTrue]

(guys, I don't think she's comin' back)

[ennazus]

:( :rolleyes:

rather strange....

[luv2tvl]

I agree, rather strange.....
I'd sure love to hear from her family and how their trip went! I'm sure it was wonderful, and I know everyone is dying to hear how they are doing!
:confused:

[ennazus]

This really saddens me!

[zurgswife]

Unfortunately she doesn't accept email from this board...I did pm her but if she never comes back i guess she'll never get it...:( :( :(

to bad there were so many people here that were pulling for her and glad to hear it had worked out....

If any of the moderators could email her and let her know we all were wondering about her trip....I'm sure all the other DISers and I would be extremely grateful....

[Wonderwoman1982]

Well, I have never posted on this particular post before now, but I have read it and kept up with it from the beginning.. I guess I agree with a previous poster, that said maybe this didn't happen at ALL in the first place. I am always cinical, and I think it may have been a hoax. Now, when someone posts such a HUGE thing to ask of someone else, it's only natural they think of all the people who were SOOO willing to help them and they would have checked when they got home and gave an update. I think logic causes me to believe it was a hoax from the beginning..

[newbycruiser]

I tend to agree, but why would someone go through all the trouble of writing a big ol' post, I guess the are DESPARATE just to get attention? Wonder if she's laughing reading our posts...

She may be overwhelmed from all what needs to go on when you get back from a trip (laundry, mail, groceries, life, etc) and her daughter's and husband's medical condition. Didn't someone see her on the boat, though? Didn't someone IM her?

If it was a hoax, shame on her...people don't appreciate being made fools at other expense.

[CathyCanada]

I think jumping to the conclusion that this could have been a hoax is a bit hasty. People return from cruises and don't post for a while all the time. Besides the fact that she has 4 children and is probably a little busy.

Let's not jump to conclusions yet. :)
CC

[Michelle]

I corresponded with Liz via e-mail to let her know of the assistance being offered her by DCL. She most definitely was real and the assistance was real.

Unfortunately our lives get busy sometimes and I believe that is the case here. There could be any number of reasons why she has not posted. I know we all would love to hear an update on what happened, but that may or may not happen. I think it's time to let it go and move on.

[Mike Bartenhagen]

Did you people that wanted to help do this for her or for yourselfs. I am amazed at how quickly a few of you have turned on Liz. How about the last post! If Liz posts another time great if not so be it. Anyone that was helping based on her getting back to you please next time include that in your post. Something like "I will help but you must get back to us within 2 weeks after your vacation or we will turn on you immediatly. We will call you a liar and an inconsiderate person." This way people will know what to expect.

Maybe as someone else said she is busy with her 4 children or she did not know it was a requirment that she must post back to the board. Get over it...give the nice lady a break.

[DreamsDoComeTrue]

Oh shoot, I deleted my "offending" post, and now it looks like Michelle is getting flamed:eek: She's the nicest person in the world, so ... I post once more.:rolleyes:
No Mike, no one cried and prayed for Liz with strings attached. I had invested some emotion into her situation for a long period of time and just felt a bit hurt at being forgotten. It would be nice if she could start a new thread, if and when she has the chance to reply, that way there wouldn't be the daily disappointment of checking this thread for real news, and seeing non. It's OK if she does not reply.

[howardk613]

It really doesn't matter what the real story about Liz and her family is. The outpouring of prayers and concern by the people on this board shows how terrific you ALL are.

[Wishing on a star]

I agree with our wonderful webmasters, and to Howardk613!!! We may not hear back right away, or at all.... never know!! But I do know that this is one incredible group of people here!!! I prefer to go on the assumption that this was not a hoax.... And would like to consider possibilities that have not been mentioned. Hey, it is back-to-school time, on top of back to work, back to 'life'... And with the medical concerns that were discussed, Dear God forbid that anything serious has happened!

Everyone on these boards seems to be the absolute greatest, as shown by this entire story!! I do not want to let a few negative posts (here, and one other recent thread too) change this opinion!

Hey, this is the Disney Cruise board!!! It is indeed all about happiness, faith, trust, and pixie dust!! sprinkle!!! sprinkle!!! sprinkle!!!

[4nana]

Amen ^i^
We do have a group of wonderful people here
and I for one choose to think positive ;)

[Buckaroo's Dad]

This thread was not a hoax. I met Liz on the August 17th Magic cruise. She was grateful to everyone for their concern and support. It overwhelmed the dear woman.

I called the DCL prior to leaving for the cruise just to thank them for their assistance. Why? Because I feel those directly responsible for upgrading Liz and her family deserve a thank you. We can wish all we want but DISNEY CMs fulfilled the dream of a distraught family.

Liz and her family have other problems they must deal with and she was secure enough in our meeting to share some of this with me. I cannot betray her confidence but rest assured that old saying is quite true - listen to someone else's problems and you will embrace your own.

Still not heeding my own advice, I called Liz earlier today and left a message on her answering machine. I advised her of everyone's desire to hear from her, even if but a few words, and perhaps she will be able to oblige us all. But if not, rest happy in the knowledge that your outcry of compassion truly helped a family in need.

[TnRobin]

Thank you Buckaroo's Dad.

[Hygiene99]

we also have been following this thread, and even went as far as to call DCL on several occasions, to see if this could be done for her......... and r very happy that everything worked out for this family ......... i also sent her a PM telling her of our desires on the board...... thank u BUCKAROO.........
peter

[ennazus]

Thank you, Buckaroo's Dad. :)

[snelsonbrown]

To all of those that posted so much compassion, love, support and much more for what this family needed - someday the blessings shown will come back to each of you triple fold - Sometimes there is so much meanest in the world, that it does a heart good to see so much love and caring shown.
Buckroo - you did an awesome job on your post -
Thanks again for sharing and now we know that Liz and her family did have a wonderful time - a time to enbrace some magic in her profound life, even for a short time.
God Bless each and all
Always
Shirley