**Getting to know you......**

[KayleeUK]

I know there are a lot of old posters here but we have some newies too :) So I thought its about time we got to know one another.....I will go first.....

**Updated**

I am Kaylee :wave:

We have visited WDW 6 times, the first in 2000 when we were married at Disney's Polynesian Resort. We became DVC members at the Boardwalk that year too. So far we have stayed at Caribbean Beach Resort, Boardwalk Villas, Villas at Wilderness Lodge, Beach Club Villa's, Old Key West Resort and the Hard Rock Hotel. Our next trip will be in 2008 back to our 'home' the Boardwalk :)


OK whos next........... :wave2:

[Van Helsing]

Hi i'm Van Helsing i originally came from Amsterdam but now i live in the 19th century and wherever evil exists.

I'm a doctor, lawyer, scientist, and philosopher - the ultimate man of logic and reason. Also i have an iron nerve, a temper of the ice-brook, and indomitable resolution, self-command and toleration.

But who are you !!!!

[Local Boo]

Hello Wembley it's great to be back!

Hi - I've got the worst name ever (a combination of the League of Gentlemen and my nickname when I was a baby!) I've been to WDW before (2000) and am going again this October.

Have a lovely husband and two (sometimes) lovely boys (14 and 9) 14 year old is at the stage where he only communicates by grunts, sneers and strops. 9 year old has discovered Aerosmith (thanks to the ride!) and now wants to design roller coasters for all other metal bands and open his own theme park.

We live in the most exciting place on the planet - Reading! Well, it's near the M4 and at least it isn't Slough - what more do you want from a town?

Next.

[Miffy2003]

Hello!

My name's Karen and I live with my DH Jon and 2 DD's Amber (7) and Erin (4). We live in a village called Broadclyst just outside Exeter in Devon.

I've been to WDW twice - Jon has been :eek: many more times than that. We are going in December and staying onsite for the first time ever (how excited am I??). Even better, we have just bought into DVC (I still have to pinch myself to believe it's true!) and are planning our first trip "home" in August 2005. Will also be doing a 3 day cruise if I get my way!

I seem to spend a lot of my leisure time planning and reading about WDW and love reading these boards. Oh yes, and brainwashing my daughters into becoming the Disney fans we both are!!

Like Kaylee we also collect pins and have a large collection of plushes...Erin has many Minnie Mouses in various outfits whereas Amber prefers the more unusual ones like Squirt. My favourite is Pumbaa!!

Next, please!

[signtalker]

Hi im Jules, resident Disney Cast member here in england, and also Interpreteur for the deaf/teacher.(hence the name signtalker, as i talk in sign language for the majority of the week!)
One of the "Old" crowd having been here awhile(before the boards crashed and everybody lost their post counts!:eek: ).

Hooked on disney since our first trip(dragged DH kicking and screaming), and well our trip of a lifetime has turned into more than one visit LOL!!!

Favorite character would have to be Mickey Mouse


::yes::
And when not planning other people's holidays or reading my Brits guide, you can find me, dancing around in the local disney store!:hyper:



:earboy2:

[Mike Jones]

My real name's ...er.. well... Mike Jones, actually!:teeth:.. I didn't understand the concept of a 'username' when I first found the site!

Was recommended here by Kev Stringer, after emailing him to congratulate him on his superb trip reports (found them via another site, not a forum)..oh, Kev, the wife wants a word.. she's calculated I've spent at least 1 month out of the last 11 on this and other Disney forums, and she wants compensation please!

Nearly 40 (and there's a tale.. going to WDW for a concentrated 6 day assault with my best mate to celebrate this, as DW wouldn't go for less than 2 weeks.), I'm quite fit, enjoy hillwalking (30-40 miles a week usually), I'm a partner/ director in a 'real estate' ( in US speak,) business (ok I admit it, I'm an estate agent!:teeth:) and a director of a property investment company. I live in sunny Lancashire, ideally placed for regular runs to the Lakes, Dales and Peak District, not to mention Manchester airport!;)

Married 19 years to Heather (together since we were 14!) and two kiddies.. DD 11.5 and DS nearly 10. Oh, and Meg-the-dog!

Been to WDW 4 times now since 2001 (twice last year!) and going again as a family at easter 2005 (doing a week at the Gulf again, too)

Mad about Epcot and IOA/US, but not bothered about MK.

that enough Kaylee?

mike:p

[natalielongstaff]

im a newbie !! i found the site from the brits guide book and now im addicted to it hehe
i have brought a little notebook to record all your fab tips and i cant wait for our famalies 1st WDW trip :)
i am married to john and swe have two children ellie is 6 and matthew is 3.we are also travelling with my mum ( 60 on our 2nd week of the trip) and my brother who is 1 year younger than me (30)

next please

[shellbell]

Hi i'm Michelle Flynn, I live with my DH Martyn and our DD Lucy(3 in august). We have been married for 4 years in October.

We live in Warrington (between Liverpool and Manchester). I work for Mothercare and Martyn was discharged out of the Army in December last year due a car crash he had on the 1st may 2001. His right femur snapped and he had a number of other injuries and his leg has taken along time to heal, hence the med discharge.

Were going to Florida in September for 3 weeks first two at Disney and the 3rd on the gulf coast. This is my first time (and DD) DH and his parents who we are going with have been about 5 times before.

My favourite characters are Minnie and Piglet.

I can't wait to get over there and have a great time:thewave:

Michelle:cheer2:

[KayleeUK]

This is great...come on everyone join in :)

[UKANGEL]

okey dokey!:)
An 'old poster' here!;)

Married to Mark (Chunkster20uk) last May....wow nearly our 1st Anniversary!:lovestruc and spent our honeymoon in Florida and on a Magic cruise:sunny:
We met on this very site 2 years ago:smooth:

I have 1 daughter, Becky, who's just turned 16:rockband: and has her own band where she plays Bass guitar.

We're currently in Southend, Essex but are relocating to Reading as soon as we find a house!:rolleyes:

Not long back from my 8th trip to Disney and have another planned for November:bounce: :Pinkbounc

[Sebastian]

Hello,

My names Paul (the name of my gerbil is Sebastian!), I'm 23 and I live with my girlfriend Lindsay (also 23) . We live in Gloucestershire at the moment, but as from next Wednesday we're relocating to a place called Lymm, near Warrington (so not far from you ShellBell).

I usually lurk on here whilst in work (wonder if I'll be able to do that at my new job?) but tend not to post that often as due to moving, I won't have any money for Disney trips for a while :(

I've only been to Disney twice, in October 2001 with family, and in October 2003 with Lindsay and a couple of friends.

Next.....

[Peebee]

Nice idea Kaylee :D

I'm Paul B (hence Peebee as a nickname :D) and have been posting on and off on the boards for the last four years or so - doesn't time fly...can't really remember how I found my way here in the first place but very glad I did.

Home is in Woking, Surrey with DW Helen and DS Ryan (1 year old next week), and slightly mad cat Bobo. Got engaged at Disney in 2000 and then part of the honeymoon 3 years ago.

We've been to Florida about 7 times now (I think - starting to lose count - oh dear!), and our next holiday begins on Sunday :hyper: We're also DVC members so will be staying at our home resort of the Boardwalk, and taking my mum along for a nice break in the sunshine.

As well as the Boardwalk we've also stayed at Port Orleans Riverside (when it was Dixie Landings), Caribbean Beach, Coronado Springs (just for a night!), the Yacht Club, Wilderness Lodge Villas and Old Key West. BW is still the fave, although WL was lovely too.

This will probably be our last trip to the US for a little while, as we've just found out that Ryan will be getting a little brother or sister (hopefully not both :eek:) towards the end of the year.

Fave park is Epcot, probably because of the huge variety to be found there. Rides, attractions, food and fireworks - what more could you ask for?

Paul

[MsPennieLane]

Ok well hello all, I'm Annabel (Anz is my nickname) and I'm 31, married to a welshy called Andy. We met via Yahoo chat 3 and a bit years ago and have been together ever since. Andy proposed after we'd only been together 3 weeks. We got married in August 2002. We live in Porth, South Wales at the moment but are starting to plan our relocation to South East London - I was born in London so am a cockney wench at heart. Hubby fancies a complete change and hates his job, hence the move - am looking forward to moving back I must admit.

We have no kids but 3 pets - 2 dogs, Deefer who is nearly 11 and Woody who is 9 months old and a little pickle, and 1 cat called Foofoo (no I didn't name her ;) ) and she's nearly 3. They are our babies as far as we are concerned.

I first went to WDW in 1989 when I was 16 with my parents and my brother and fell in love with it, tried desperately to get back and finally managed it in March 2003 when I persuaded hubby he'd love Florida. It was a close call - 8 hours in to the flight he was swearing he'd never do it again but thankfully he fell in love with Disney and Florida too so I've finally converted him :Pinkbounc We went back in Jan this year and have booked to spend Christmas at Disney.

I have started collecting pins and beanies - to the extent where I am getting rid of my entire Garfield collection to collect Disney instead :p In my spare time I like to write, swim and spend time with hubby, oh and of course plan those future trips and spend a fair bit of time checking out Disney boards. Oh and my MsPennieLane username is taken from one of my favourite films Almost Famous. My fave characters are Tinkerbell and Eeyore and I love all Disney films. Ok I've written an essay so I'll stop now - next please :wave:

Anz :earsgirl:

[mandymouse]

Hi there

What a great idea!! Well here goes:-

I'm Mandy (age 40 but try not to admit it), married to Paul (39) and we have two DD's 13 & 11. We're from Nuneaton and love anything Disney. We've been to WDW 6 times and done 2 Disney cruises.

My fave character is Goofy and love getting different photos of him in different outfits - fave photo of this year was Goofy and Mickey in their Mission:Space outfits, but I LOVE my photo of Goofy in his Sailor outfit.

The family all love the Disney characters - but noone is into the Princess's (just TOO girly).

I love these boards and usually check them out twice a day.

mandymouse

[gilld]

Hi I'm Gill and my husband is Tony. We have 3 grown up kids in their 20's.. We've all been to WDW 5 times and last year Tony and I bought into DVC at BCV. With 2 expensive holidays planned for this year and one next March, we shan't get to WDW until Sept 2005 but I'm already planning every detail.

:Pinkbounc :Pinkbounc :Pinkbounc :Pinkbounc :Pinkbounc

[mkingdon]

I'm Craig. I am a secret agent, and most of my working week is spent preventing evil overlords from blowing up the planet.

Ok, Ok, I'm an e-commerce manager...but the agent thing is usually easier to explain!!

I'm married to a much older woman called Louise. She is 35 and I'm ONLY 33! Louise is a singer and student nurse (but not usually at the same time)

:p

We have 2 DDs Emily (9 in July) and Rebecca (7 next week.)

We have a dog called Henry, and two cats, Marmalade and Pumpkin, and a rabbit called Potato. You can see my only input to the animals names was the dog!!!

I am obsessed with WDW, and need medical help. I fit a little bit of work in, when I can't find anything else to read on Disney boards.

I've been to WDW around 8 or 9 times, and the rest of the family will be doing their fourth trip this August. My parents are coming with us this time and they are also WDW veterans.

We live in Bolton, in the North West, in a village called Egerton (posh end).

I drive a yellow (I didn't choose it) Focus with a mickey aerial topper on it.

My inside leg is.....oh, is that enough now....sorry!

:o

Craig

[Duggas]

Hi Everyone

My name is Pam, I'm 37, married to Chris for nearly 20 years now and we live near Peterborough. We don't have kids but we have two nice but dim Bassett Hounds! We both love Disney and have been 4 times so far. Chris has been once more than me but I've told him it doesn't count *** I wasn't with him!

We collect all sorts of WDW stuff, videos, books etc. but when we're not watching/reading those, we enjoy spending time on our motorbikes.

I'm completely addicted to the Disboards, Chris says I've got 'Disboarditis', I logon and time just disappears around me, the outside world ceases to exist - there is only Disney!!!

We've just booked to go to POR next June and we are soooooo excited.

Happy Disneying Everybody

Pam :D

[Tiggernut_jadie]

Okay, here goes......................

My name is Jacqui (or Jadie to my friends!!!;) - short for Jacqui-Dawn which is my full name!!!!!:rolleyes: ) and I am 38 years old! I live in Wolverhampton with my hubby Mark (37) (Wolfcry on here - though he doesn't post much!) and my beautiful DD Gemma who's 3 and a bit. I was born in Wiltshire but moved up here 17 years ago to live with Mark (we've been together forever!!!). I'm a Community Learning Disability Nurse - which I love - and Mark works for the local council in the Finance dept (he's not an accountant - honest!!!!! :p ;) )

We first went to Orlando in 1992 for our honeymoon and will be returning for our fifth trip in November. This will be Gemma's first trip so it'll be great seeing it all through HER eyes!!! She calls it our 'Magical Holiday' - I think she's watched the planning video too often!!!!! :eek: :hyper:

My favourite character is Tigger - wow that's a shock huh?!!! :rolleyes: :teeth:

I can't think of anything else.............................................. .........:tongue:

[kazzie]

Hi
I'm Karen age 42 (yikes!) and live in North London.I've been with hubby (who is 41)for 20 years and have 3 sprogs.DS's are 14 and 19 and DD is 17.DS age 14 has Asperger's & 'challenging' behaviour ('challenging'is my favourite euphimism;))

We've been to Orlando 6 times as a family and once as a couple for a week last Feb! We are going on a family holiday in October (oldest son no longer comes,he is all 'loved' up with his steady girlfiend:hyper:) )

SO because our lives are (very) stressful with DS ,the boards and Orlando are what keep me sane.

Although I like Disney it is not the reason I love Orlando.There is so much else to the place,US/IOA,water parks,the natural Florida and beaches and countless things more......which all makes it the prefect family holiday for me.

I work part time as a classroom assistant in a Primary school and work with year 5 children.I also work occasionally at the Thomas Cook I used to work in when they need extra help.I work the the FE.It's great as I still get staff discounts on holidays and holiday money!

Hobbies are the obvious and reading::yes::


It's been great to read about people again.


Next................:wave2:

[susie2]

hi, my name susie, i live in wallasey which is across the mersey from liverpool, i work in asda but have beeen off sick for over twelve months becouse of epilepsy, i have two boys 12 and 11 years old, we first went in 1997 also for holiday of a lifetime but have been twice again and are going for the first time at christmas this year, well nearly 5th dec till 21dec, have used this site alot since finding it, but not until second holiday when we realized how much we had missed out on before coming on here, married to dh for 13 years he also loves disney and loves to go to orlando susie :bounce: :bounce:

[TinkTatoo]

Hi

I am Jakki 42 in May (yeikes) married to Steve 47 for the past 15 years. We live in Ireland having moved here from London 10 years ago. We have 2 kids DS (just) 7 and DD 6 in July. DS has Autism and DD has Aspergers Syndrome and to quote Kazzie their behaviour can be very challenging at times :)

We've been to Florida 4 times (2 with the kids) and are going again this August with a villa booked for summer 2005 and 2006. :teeth:

It is a great place for us to go as there is so much to do. Again like Kazzie (sorry - I am starting to sound like a stalker :eek: ) this board plus another UK Disney one ;) keep me sane and I enjoy reading all the posts.

I don't work as DS and DD take up most of my time but I am involved in the setting up and running of a parent to parent support group for parents of children with special needs.

Oh and I joined Weight Watchers 18 months ago and so far have lost 4 stone (got another 3 to go)

Hope I haven't sent anyone to sleep :sleep:

Jakki

[TinkTatoo]

Hi

I am Jakki 42 in May (yeikes) married to Steve 47 for the past 15 years. We live in Ireland having moved here from London 10 years ago. We have 2 kids DS (just) 7 and DD 6 in July. DS has Autism and DD has Aspergers Syndrome and to quote Kazzie their behaviour can be very challenging at times :)

We've been to Florida 4 times (2 with the kids) and are going again this August with a villa booked for summer 2005 and 2006. :teeth:

It is a great place for us to go as there is so much to do. Again like Kazzie (sorry - I am starting to sound like a stalker :eek: ) this board plus another UK Disney one ;) keep me sane and I enjoy reading all the posts.

I don't work as DS and DD take up most of my time but I am involved in the setting up and running of a parent to parent support group for parents of children with special needs.

Oh and I joined Weight Watchers 18 months ago and so far have lost 4 stone (got another 3 to go)

Hope I haven't sent anyone to sleep :sleep:

Jakki

[TinkTatoo]

Sorry - for some reason this got posted twice. I tried to delete but I can't, perhaps one of the mods could do it for me

Thanks

[richard3330]

Hi :wave:

I'm Richard ;) I'm 36 and married to DW Frances who is 35. We have 2 children - one DS, Joshua, who is 5 going on 40 and DD, Ella who is 8 months. We have lived in West Hill, East Devon for nearly 2 years now with our 2 west highland white terriers. We previously lived in Windsor, Berkshire but moved to Devon due to my job (business consultant - won't bore you with the details ;) :o ) and for a slower pace of life! DW manages and works in a children's day nursery but has taken time out to look after Ella, although will be returning.

We've been going to WDW since 2000 (not that long really!) but soon got addicted. Briefly visited Tokyo Disney is '98, stayed at Disneyland California in '91 and '01 and visited Disneyland Paris many times.

The boards keep me busy and I really enjoy finding out as much information as I can about Florida to improve each holiday. Plus, I like to share any help when I can :) .

DS is Disney-Mad (particularly Stitch mad :rolleyes: ) and DD, Ella seemed to love her first trip to Disney.

:)

[Kevin Stringer]

Ok, we've been hanging around here for a couple of centuries, so most people know us by now, but for those that don't........

I'm Kev. Mike Jones and I must be the most unimaginative blokes here as we can't be bothered to think up a clever user name.
I'm a rather fragrant and lovely 46 year old. (Me and Mary Archer both, although she is a bit older than me!)
I'm a Quality Manager for a local manufacturing company. Suffice to say our product range is varied, but includes bottle coolers for pubs and condom vending machines. Now there's a recipe for a good party.
I've been to WDW 9 times starting in 1988 and have been a member of the DVC since 2000.

Tam is my wife. She is like a flower. Generally a Venus Flytrap. Just turned 40 and getting to grips with that fact.
She says that she will do her own introduction in a later post as she can't trust me to be truthful. You can't blame her.

Our 2 daughters are India (13) and Georgia (10). Both have been to WDW multiple times and don't realise how lucky they are.

The DIS boards have been part of our lives for a few years now and many a happy hour has been spent at Meets around the country chatting and drinking. Many good friends have been made and I think that is one of the greatest strengths of the Boards, they give people who would never otherwise meet the chance to get to know each other.

Finally, Mike..... sorry to your wife, but I cannot be held responsible for the many hours you've spent here. I mean, you don't shoot the messanger. In fact, I think I should be open to some financial reward for all the excellent advice you will have picked up here over the years. I take cheques.......

Cheers

Kev

[Scottish_Maleficent]

Hi - I'm Cath age 33, married to Tony age 36 for 9 years. We live near Glasgow and have 2 boys, Anthony almost 6 and Christopher almost 5. I'm a Deputy Matron in a Private Nursing Home and Tony is a Refrigeration Engineer.

We've been to WDW 3 times as a family and once as a couple, way back in 1996. Our next trip in April next year staying in a villa in Emerald Island.

I am totally addicted to WDW and plan every trip with military precision - which drives DH crazy! I check out the DIS boards every day - just love them so much. Been a DISer for around 2 years I think!

:wave:

[kazzie]

Jakki,

You can stalk me anytime;)

4 stone,that is amazing,well done::yes:: I need to lose weight but can't cope with that and everything else:(

[MsPennieLane]

it's great reading about everybody :Pinkbounc

I've got 'Disboarditis'
hehe I love that ;)

also well done for losing 4 stone. I'm doing WW too and have lost a stone so far :Pinkbounc

Anz :earsgirl:

[Tammy Stringer]

I'm Tammy (long suffering wife of Kevin)

Just turned 40 - but it's not as depressing as I imagined.

I am a System's Administrator at the same company as Kev - been there about 18 months now, compared to his 18 years. But no we don't work in the same office so it's not as sad as it sounds.

As Kev said we have two wonderful daughters, who are my pride and joy, and I love doing all the girly things with them ie clothes shopping, decorating their rooms etc., and of course picking on Kev.

Love Florida and WDW, particularly all the fabulous food on offer and I'm particularly fond of the Gulf Coast especially Sanibel and Captiva for their laid back atmosphere.

First toured all round Florida in 1988 when we did both coasts and all down the Keys to Key West, and have been hooked ever since.

Tammy

[KayleeUK]

Tam:wave2: Good to see you posting.

Thanks everyone for joining in this thread:Pinkbounc

[jana]

My name is Jana. Couldn't be bothered to think up anything else for a user name LOL. Age well a lady doesn't disclose that ;). I'm a hair stylist. I have a 9 yr old son. I am working hard on turning him into a Disney addict and it's working :teeth: . I live in the US but frequent the UK boards ( and the UK :) ) because of DBF Vernon .
I have been going to WDW since I was 5 yrs old. Have been visiting this site since 1999. DBF Vernon and I met on this site we have been together for 5 years and planning on getting married this year ( waiting on fiance visa to be approved :rolleyes: ) and moving to the Orlando area. And of course living happily ever after ;).

[BONZO]

I'm Bonzo

This is me :drinking1


(Man of few words....except for Trip Reports!)

[TinkTatoo]

Originally posted by kazzie
Jakki,

You can stalk me anytime;)

4 stone,that is amazing,well done::yes:: I need to lose weight but can't cope with that and everything else:(

Thanks Karen :D

And the weight thing - I know where you are comming from and when the time is right it wil happen. Till then don't worry about it - there are plently other things to think about ;)

:bounce:
:bounce:

[uktigger]

hi everyone:wave:

what a great thread::yes::

i'm eve i am 32 and live with my partner jeff(which i call dh it's easier)who is 40 we have 2 lovely boys charlie is 12 and jack was 8 yesterday we live in bermondsey,london

we first went to wdw(the best place on earth)in november 2001 at that time i did not know these boards exsisted so i feel we missed out on alot of things:rolleyes: but now i am a member of these boards and have been planning for our second trip for months now(altough i don't post that often please forgive me:o )
and have become addicted to this site i look in every day::yes:: we know exactly what we want to do on our next trip in october(mnsshp to name one)we are staying on site at all star movies
i am also on ww and have lost 4 stones and 6lb's so to everyone who is on a diet keep up the good work and well done:D

eve

[shellbell]

Hey Paul

Lymm is a very nice place to live, its just out side warrington. Theres loads to do up here i'm sure you will both love it:jumping1:

[TinkTatoo]

Originally posted by uktigger
......i am also on ww and have lost 4 stones and 6lb's so to everyone who is on a diet keep up the good work and well done:D eve

Well done Eve - I know how hard it can be but it is great to look back at the before pictures :teeth:

I was born and grew up near the Borough High Street so am almost from your mannor ;)

[uktigger]

tinktatoo:wave:
it sure is a good feeling when you can look in the mirror and be a bit happier about yourself:D we live not far from southwark park road
i notice under your name you now live in ireland::yes:: my dad is irish and has lived over here for some time now but he still has alot of family over there in cork city
this is a great thread,getting to know people on the boards:D

eve::MinnieMo

[TraceyL]

Hi all - no prizes for guessing my name - though I'm known as OrlandoBelle everywhere else.

I'm 37 and live in South Wales although I spent my early DIS years in Portsmouth - can't believe I've been registered here 4 1/2 years alreadyhttp://www.emotipad.com/newemoticons/DropGob.gif. I'm currently working as a PA although by trade I'm a military aircraft controller (retired :teeth: )

Got married in Florida to Steve (who disapproves sooo much of my cyber friends) and we now have 2 daughters (aged 7 & 3) who also have the Disney bug.

Have been to Orlando 8 times - twice with friends, 3 times as a couple, twice with one child, once with two children and we're now planning visit number nine for this December.

I only have one other obsession - Will Young - and am currently planning my summer around the tour
http://www.emotipad.com/newemoticons/HIFI.gif


I remember fondly the days before the big crash - when UK DIS was a seperate board to the main DIS and when all our posts were wiped out - showing my age :hyper:

[Bexx]

Hi - my name is Becky, but all of my DHs family call me Becks, so I just respelled it to make it a (slightly) more interesting user name!

I'm 35, I live in Chester and I'm married to Oliver who's 41 (I was a child bride!). Ol works in Property Management for the County Council (your guess is as good as mine!?!) and I'm a housewife and mother to our two beautiful little girls - Amy who's nearly 4 and a complete madam and drama queen (adore her really) and Zoe who's coming up to 7 months and thankfully seems more laid back than her sister ever did.

I first visited WDW on a day trip during a holiday in Florida back in '83. Next Disney visit was to DLP the first year it was opened and we have since been back there another four times. Got back to WDW for a week in '96 and a fortnight three years later and now I finally have another trip planned for next January. YEAY. Ol has been a willing travel companion for all these visits except the very first, though given the choice he would rather go camping in the Lake District. :eek:

Absolutely love these boards. Would love to get to a DIS meet, but never seem to be in the right place at the right time. Hopefully one day - until then enjoy them while you can! :p

[marlouwrig]

Hi

My name is Mary. I am a wage sloave working for an investment bank (precise nature of my duties is top secret - even from me) Married to DH (name escapes me for the moment) for 33 years ( well I was a child bride). Four children DS 23 & DD 22 have both left home although they turn up from time to time demanding to be fed and watered. DS's 17 & 13 still at home and strongly resisting the parental boot attempting to eject them from the nest. Well I suppose its OK for one of them to linger in order to keep us in the manner in which we wish to become accustomed in our old age.

Due to severe lack of funds never in a position to contemplate trips across the pond when kids were little. DH has a deeply intrenched aversion to parting with cash for any purpose whatsoever.

How did we ever get to Disney? Well I have a fiery Irish temper and love nothing more than a good row to clear the air. DH refuses to argue with anyone on any subject. As you can imagine we are deeply incompatible ( which is why, as my parents said our marriage will never last). As you can imagine I find this complete refusal to enter into any kind of conflict deeply frustrating - the only thing I can do to spark a reaction is to go out and spend serious money. So one day in July 2001 after a particularly frustrating non argument I went out and booked a trip to WDW for October 2002. The resulting row was extremely gratifying. Emboldened by my success on this occassion six months later after a similar non row I went out and bought a car, which also provoked a satisfying response0

That once in a lifetime trip was enough to get us both well and truly hooked and we bought DVC in July last year shortly before our second trip in August last year. First trip home in October this year and we are off to DLP last weekend in May for another Disney fix.

I too have a weight problem (about four stone) and am following WW diet. This is my second week and will be weighing myself for the first time tomorrow.

Kaylee - Bet you are sorry you asked now! This has turned out like War and Peace - I have always suffered from verbal diarrhoea
on paper.

[KayleeUK]

Mary

I am certainly not sorry I asked :)

I must get the hand of this...have a row...book a holiday :)

[marlouwrig]

Or buy a car!!

The only problem is what can I do for an encore??

A herd of elephants perhaps?

[allie5]

IVe enjoyed reading everyones replies (born nosey, me!!) so I guess I had better take part.

Im Alison (known as Allie to most!), 36, married to my toyboy, Neil, 30 for nearly 8 years. We have two children, Jessamy who is 4 and baby Daniel-Noah who is 18 months. I gave up work to look after the children, so can claim the glamourous title of Domestic Goddess. Neil works in London doing complicated things on computers. We live in Essex but dream one day of moving to Florida!

Our first trip to WDW was back in 1995, and it was that trip we got engaged. The following year we were married in Florida (funds didnt allow a Disney Wedding...Neil insisted we had to buy somewhere to live instead), but we still had a great day. One day we will renew our vows at the Grand Floridian Wedding pavillion!

We try to get to Florida every year, and this year will be trip number 8. The children love it and have been every year of their lives so far (including each of them in my tummy BEFORE they arrived!!).

This year we are looking forward to more fab meals, another Illuminations Cruise and Mickeys Very Merry Christmas Party FOR THE FIRST TIME!! We are soooooo excited and its only May!!

Allie

[Bexx]

so can claim the glamourous title of Domestic Goddess

Ooh - me too, me too! ::yes:: I like that SO much better that 'housewife'.

I'll just go and inform DH of my new standing! :angel: :cloud9:

[kazzie]

Marlouwrig,

That was hilarious I even read it out to my DH::yes::

Good luck with being at WW,at least you've started to do something about it..unlike me:crazy:

[KayleeUK]

Allie

Vow Renewal at the Wedding pavillion sounds lovely :)

[uktigger]

marlouwrig:wave:
i too am on ww one more stone to go and i may be happy with my body,lol:D
good luck with your weight in tomorrow::yes::

eve::MinnieMo

[MsPennieLane]

domestic goddess, I like the sound of that...sounds a lot better than housewife :Pinkbounc

Anz :earsgirl:

[florida sun]

Hello All

My name is sue and I live in Cardiff, Wales. I am fairly new to this site but am very grateful for all the tips I am picking up. I am a divorced single mum of one girl.

I have been to disney twice before - 2000 and stayed in The All Star Movies,- December 2003 for Christmas and new year and Stayed in the All Star Sports and this year I am going in August to The All Star Sports again(The only hotel my 14 yr old daughter insists we go to) and this time I have booked the Disney Cruise as a suprise for her birthday.

:Pinkbounc :wave:

[KayleeUK]

Hi Sue

Good to see you here :wave:

I bet your daughter will love the cruise, I hope to do one, one day :)

[Kevin Stringer]

I help with the washing up every now and again.

Does that make me a Domestic God? ;) :smooth:

Kev

[Netty]

Hi ALL!!
here goes...
I'm Jeanette and am married to Ian who works as an specialist industrial floor layer, he works away alot with his job, but after 17 years of it i'm just getting used to it:rolleyes:
We have 3 kids ds 20 dd 17 dd 13.
We have been to the MOUSE HOUSE 5 times since 1997 and are planning to go again for the last 2 weeks of August this year, but up to now we haven't booked anything:eek:
I work as an LSA in an autistic school , All the kids are great there
and I love my job so much.:)
OH forgot to say i'm 40 (just) and hubby is 41!!:teeth:

Jeanette:wave:

[leise]

Hello everyone
I've had great fun reading this thread, so thought I'd add my 2p.

My name is Leise, I live in Hitchin in Herts, but I'm from Wiltshire originally. I live with my dh of 9 years, and we have two sons, aged 5 and 2.5. My 5yr old is autistic (can recite Trip planning video by heart, lol), and I too have just started going to WW (there's a theme here isn't there!) First weigh-in Thursday, as no meeting on BH!

First went to WDW in 1993 with dh, when we became "disneyfied", as he puts it, and we took the boys for the first time in Jan 2003. We all had the most wonderful time and have spent all our money time and effort into getting back there asap.
DIS for me is also an escape from the pressures of my day (as a domestic goddess), and Disney is one of my obsessional hobbies along with Arsenal (dh & I met at Highbury..) and Harry Potter.

At the moment we are counting the days to our short trip to DLP, just can't wait

Next!

[T16GEM]

Hi there! My name is Gemma, I am 23, and married to Matt, we have been married since last November but have been together since 1996.

We live in Birmingham in a small town called Marston Green, I have a cat called Fraggle (not sure why he's called that!) and some fish too!

DH and I have been to Florida together 4 times but we have also been a number of times with our families before we met.

We are looking forward to our three week belated honeymoon this November. My favourite character is Tigger, my user name is my car reg T16 looks a bit like TIG and GEM is my name!

Next!

[KayleeUK]

Hi Netty, Leise and Gemma

Thanks for sharing.

Leise - Harry Potter film out soon, I booked my tickets yesterday, have you?

[bath1960]

Hello - my name is Elaine and am 44. Married to Bruce and a DINK and planning our first trip to WDW in 4 weeks. Had been to Orlando before but went nowhere near a theme park. After spending the only really good day of last years Paris holiday at Disneyland, we decided to spend 15 days in Orlando this year and hit the Parks. I found this site through the Brit's Guide and so far have booked 'Astronaut Training at Kennedy, Swiming with Dolphins at Discovery Cove, Dinner with Shamu, 2 Character breakfasts at Disney, 1 Character meal at Disney, Around the World on a Segway at Epcot, Gator safari at Night, Pirate and Arabian Nights show, Baseball in Tampa' and also going near Fort Lauderdale for an overnight stay to go to a BBQ!! When I have not been planning all this, I and DH go to all of Spurs home and away games and even find time for other hobbies such as crafts and computing. Have picked up some great tips from these boards and only hope that the holiday turns out better than my last - with all I have planned cannot see it being anything else but better.

[kazzie]

Hi Elaine:wave2:

You'll need a holiday to get over that lot;) Sounds brilliant!::yes::

[KayleeUK]

Welcome Elaine :wave:

You are going to have a fab holiday :)

[leise]

Hi Kaylee,
I'm counting the days, but I haven't booked my tickets yet; still trying to sort out babysitter.....

[duchy]

Originally posted by marlouwrig
Or buy a car!!

The only problem is what can I do for an encore??

A herd of elephants perhaps?

Buy into DVC ? ;)

duchy

[marlouwrig]

OOPS - Sorry ...........

Did I forget to say????

Already done that.

Any more suggestions very gratefully received.

[andyfid]

Hi, my name is Andrew, 34 years young. Been married to DW Sheri for 13 years. We have 2 DD's, Megan who is 10 and Niamh who is 3.

I live in a town called Mountain Ash in the Cynon Valley. It will be our first time to WDW on the 10th june 2004 (can't wait).

[KayleeUK]

LOL :)

[Shropshire Saint]

My name is Adrian, DW Deborah & have 2 boys aged 3 1/2 & 20 months. I was born in the New Forest but live in Shropshire & follow Southampton Football Club, hence 'Shropshire Saint'. I have been registered for some time, but i dont post too much. It always seems that others have asked the questions i have so I dont have a need. We are taking the boys for there first visit in September, although DW & I have been 7 times in the past, starting on our honeymoon in 1995. We try & go to WDW every year as I need my Disney fix to cure the worries of a job with a fund manager. We are expecting a completely different trip this year, ensuring that we take it at the boys pace rather than my usual non-stop 9am through 7pm days in the parks.

[Beth__WDW23/6/02]

Sorry for the delay in posting, Clever me thought it should be a good idea to reboot the computer, well it ended up in the computer shop :teeth: But I am back online and ready to roll.

Reason for my Nickname, well I am called Beth and our first trip was on 23rd june 2002 :)

I'm Beth 22, engaged to Martyn who is 26, we have one child who is Chelsea-Marie she is 4 1/2 years old, We all love Disney been going to WDW since 2002 when we first went with my Brother and his wife, since then we have been every year and this will be our 3rd time, so now we are Frequent Virgins, ah! :hyper:
We live Near Manchester, More Bolton Side...if you know what I mean!! :crazy:

This Disney trip is out last for a while :( well we keep saying that but still seem to book again, but this is our last trip I am sure of that, thats why this trip is for 4weeks and DP's mother and father and Neice are coming along, so fingers crossed this will be a great hol!!

I collect disney figurines from the art of disney, dp seems to collect more and more clothes and trainers, and dd collects everything disney in sight, our dis hols seem to cost a small (dp laughs while I type this)!! fortune but its all worth it!

Anyway enough about us what about you.....!! Next!! .....:wave2:

[KayleeUK]

Thanks for joining in Adrian and Beth :wave:

[March Hare]

Hello all :wave:

I'm Mark,married to Ann with twins Adam & James ( 10) and daughter Elizabeth (8).

We live in Nuneaton ,Warwickshire (hello Mandymouse !)and are looking forward to our next trip to the World in August:hyper:

The trouble with working from home is that the temptation to "just have a quick look" takes over - I've been on here for two hours now! - I guess I should get that report done now :eek:

Mark

PS T16GEM - I'm sure I've seen your car in my travels around the Midlands, is it an MG? If not someone has a registration very similar!

[SidB]

Hi, I'm Tony, married to Sam and have 2 daughters, Hannah 12 and Zoe 8. I refuse to give my age, but I'm 3 years older than Sam and she's still 29. Been together for 22 years (since I was 18) and been married nearly 16 years.

Why, Sid ? Well I was a Sex Pistols fan, and the nickname kind of stuck. For those who were too young, or old, that's Sid Vicious.

I live in a Buckinghamshire village, recently voted the 6th most desireable place in England. I'm Bucks born and bred, having never lived outside of the county.

Recently finished building our home which ended up a bizarre shape thanks to the planners. Don't have any animals, apart from the kids, who vary between pigs, monkeys, and angels. OK so angels aren't animals but you get my drift.

I'm 36-24-36 and want to help starving children. Sorry wrong board. I'm an Inventory Manager for a telecommunications company, and am dead bored. I'd look for something else, but you know how it is. Sam works for a pharma.... drugs company. Thought about selling up and travelling the world, but don't think we're brave enough.

Have been to Florida 3 times, but won't be going back for a while. There are too many other places to visit. So far on our list are Costa Rica, Thailand (yet again), Vietnam, Cambodia, Australia, Sri Lanka etc.

[mandymouse]

Hi Mark

It is a small world !! I think there are a few of us Disney Nutters in the Nuneaton area. Are you originally from Nuneaton? We moved here from Coventry in 1988 and love it. I see you're off to my second home soon - where are you staying? (just being nosey) - I hope you and your family have a fantastic time.

mandymouse

[KayleeUK]

Hi Mark and Tony :wave:

Welcome to the DIS, hope you enjoy it here.

[March Hare]

Hi Mandy - supposed to be working from home today but couldn't resist checking the Boards again! :) Have lived in Nuneaton since '71 when my dad moved here to work at Bramcote Barracks.

This year we've booked a villa privately at Indian Creek in the Formosa Gardens area 5th - 21st August - my brother and his family are coming for the first time and we have all used the boards in our planning.I know we're all going to have a great time

Can't wait now!!

Regards


Mark :wave:

[Twinks]

Hi my name is Donna. We are off to WDW for the 9th time this Christmas. 10th for my hubbie and youngest as we messed up with our eldest still being on our passport after her 16th birthday (supposed to have joined them 2 days later, but never did make it as passport office dragged their feet), anyway that's another story!!!!!!!!!!

My brother and his family came with us for their first trip last Christmas and have got the Disney bug big time, so we are all going again this Christmas :thewave: :thewave: (that's us all this Christmas!)

We were going to have a break and try somewhere else. I then found this site and discovered all the things we still have not done, so we just have to go back - well it would be rude not to!

So if you see us 3 men and 7 girles this Christmas around WDW say 'hello'.

:chat:

Oh my goodness, good job I previewed my reply before posting I said something which was NOT swearing about the passport situation, but it put 4 stars in front of the 'ed' which made it look very rude, just off to change it:blush:

[Andrew Bichard]

I'm Andrew,

Born in Guernsey but moved to mainland aged seven. I won't say how old I am, but my Father in Law is 92 and my eldest grand-daughter 14.

My wife was born in Brooklyn and her parents moved down to Daytona about the same time aswe married. As a result, we have visited Florida most every year since we married, sometimes twice.

At first we would day-trip to Disney, one park each time we visited. We visited Magic Kingdom when they still gave out strips of ride tickets (for A, B, C, D and E rides). on later trips we visited Epcot, MGM and Universal in the years that they opened.

As well as the parks we have also travelled extensively throughout Florida on various trips from Pensacola to the Everglades to Key West.

Six or seven years back I started to use a wheelchair And found I couldn't use the bathroom at my father-in-law's house. Since then we have stayed on-site at Disney when we visit and he comes out to meet us there. Disney is an exceptionally good holiday location for us 'wheelies' because everything (except a few of the rides) is so accessible.

We fell in love with the Boardwalk but by the time my wife had convinced me we should buy into DVC, Boardwalk had sold out. We are therefore DVC owners at Wilderness Lodge, though we have never stayed in the villas there.

We have the luxury of being able to take our vacations outside of school holidays and have just enough points to stay three weeks three years out of every five.

Andrew

[KayleeUK]

Hi Mandy, Donna and Andrew :wave:

[Beth__WDW23/6/02]

Originally posted by KayleeUK
Thanks for joining in Adrian and Beth :wave:

No problem, it's a great way to get to find out whos who, and abit about them :) its great!

[Allin]

Ok then I suppose I`d better post ***` I`ve been lurking long enough.
I`m Alan(45) and DW is Lin(44) hence Allin.I`m a fireman and lin`s a auxiliary nurse in maternity.We live in Essex.Been married 26 years and have 5 kids and 4 (soon to be 5 ) grandkids !!!!!
We have been to Florida twice and are returning in September for a 3 week stint.Not strictly true ....3rd week is in the Bahamas.(well you need a break after 2 weeks Disneying).Plan to retire to Greek islands in 7or 8 years time.My reason for not picking Florida ?.Well if you live there, where is there left to holiday ?.
Ok ,thats all for now folks.....
over too the next one...
Stay Safe
Alan

[wils]

As I'm awake at this ridiculous hour (restless baby!) I might as well join in!

I'm Jo married to G with a daughter Molly. We live in Coventry (so not quite one of the Nuneaton Crew but I probably have passed some of you in Asda!)

G and I both 'Disneyed' as children and then honeymooned there in '99. This year will be Molly's first visit though I suppose she has (kind of already) been to Disneyland Paris as we went whilst I was pregnant!

I collect the Pooh and Friends figures. My husband is grateful that we don't live nearer a DisneyStore as Molly and I are both nightmares in there - he *thinks* that having a toddler in tow will curtail our shopping in Florida in November (as if!)

'Bruce' from Finding Nemo is currently Molly's favourite character and mine... I'll have to have 2: Eeyore and Flounder (from the Little Mermaid)

All is quiet now so goodnight!

[KayleeUK]

Hi Jo and Alan :wave:

Good to see you posting here :)

[nattyk]

I am Nathalie married to Matt (8yrs this Sept) we have been to Florida 9 times together and I think dh has been 12 times!!!! we have 2 children Amy is 3, Joshua 14mts and I am 19wks pregnant with number 3!!!!!

We live in Woking, Surrey and are off on the 11th June (next Fri :) for our first trip to Florida with the kids so very excited. We had booked to go in Oct, but I fell pregnant so had to move it to June, which means I wont be able to do any fast rides!!!!! and I love fast rides!!!!

We are going with friends and their 2 kids and this is our first time staying in a villa which we are all looking forward to.

I am now a sahm (stay at home mum!!!!) having just left my job in IT (had been in the same company for 9 yrs) but was made redundant so got a nice package!!!!

Well that is me, love these boards, can't remember how I found it, but have got some great tips for our holiday.

Cheers
Nathalie

[Goofyish]

It's nice to see a few local DISers coming onto the boards :)

I live in Barwell, but I used to work in both Nuneaton and Coventry (Bagginton) :)

[profdsny]

Hello and good morning. Allow me to introduce myself. With apologies to Abraham Lincoln, I'm the 'American Cousin.' I stumbled into your group about five years ago, looking for directions in London, and haven't left yet. For those who don't know me, I'm Joe. My wife, Patricia, and I have been married 28 years next month, and we have 4 children; Julie, Tim, Terry, and Emily. Due to our closer proximity to WDW (only 1200 miles) we have been there about 25 times since we were married. (we can drive there) Actually, we went to Disneyland on our honeymoon. I retired last year from the police department, and this has been, in a term I learned from this site, my 'gap' year. I am now going back to school to earn my teaching certificate, and hope to be teaching high school full time in a year.
We are great travelers, in addition to WDW, and were very lucky to meet some wonderful people from this group last Dec. in London.
This is a great site. I love being here and away from all the 'debate' hooey on some of the boards here now. Thanks for not throwing me out like old fish. Hope to 'meet' more of you in chat, or on the next trip over to your place.
Best,
Joe aka Profdsny.

[KayleeUK]

You know you are always welcome here Joe :)

[Rain]

Hi,

My name is Lynda and I live in Manchester UK. I am 56 years old going on 25!

I am a nurse manager now, looking after 120 mentally ill patients and have a large group of nurses to manage.

Been to Disney about 12 /13 times now and have a further 2 trips booked.

I have one married daughter who has twin girls and one son who still lives at home.

The name Rain came about when I was trying to register and could not find a name to use, every one I tried had been taken, my grandaugters said it's raining outside ( often happens in Manchester ) try Rain!!! I did and it worked.

[KayleeUK]

Anyone else care to join in ? :)

[Shugmac]

Hi Everyone,

Thought i better post something after just sitting reading through alll these replys, well where do i start I am Sharon 31 and married to James 32 and have 2 great kids Sarah 11 and Connor 4 we stay in Bonnie Scotland in Fife and as i explain to people who dont know where Fife is its just across the water from Edinburgh far enough away from the Disney store in Edinburgh DH says as i have a snowglobe addiction, I am a Domestic Technician as i tell these people who say oh your a housewife, we are all Disney addicts and would love to go every year even everyday but funds dont always stretch that far, but saving for 2005 or 2006, I found this site in A Brits Guide and have been hooked ever since and try to get onto it as much as possible and when i happen to bump into anyone who is a Disney fan i tell them about this site and how great and helpfull it is ( DH says i talk to anyone, not true) so thanks to everyone for the help we have had on our trips and for the fact just being on this site makes me smile with that Disney buzz.

Sharon :hyper:

[KayleeUK]

Welcome Sharon :wave:

Good to have you here on the DIS :)

[WebmasterPenny]

Blimey!

I just realised that I've not actually posted to this myself :o

Well, for those that don't know me...

My name is Penny and I'm 35 years old and I live in East London with my boyfriend Simon.

I work for a glossy magazine publisher in central London doing the typesetting for the small adverts at the back. It's very much a deadline orientated job meaning that for a couple of weeks a month I'm really busy, but for the other two weeks it's dead quiet! Lots of time for DIS'ing projects ;)

No pets except for some tropical fish - my favorites being my black and white polkadot molly's - the fishy equivalent of a dalmation, though not quite so cuddley, LOL.

I'm a Webbie on the site here now but before that (a year or so now) my user name was Disneymad and boards I've 'worked' have been UK Trip Planning, DVC, Restaurants, Resorts, Tech Support, and currently I mod on the Cruise Forum :)

[uktigger]

hi penny:wave:

just have to say snap::yes:: i have 2 mollies one black and a polkadot one who have just had babies only one survived who is a mini polkadot molly::yes::

my sister in law works for a mag company in central london directly across the road from my son's school(london nautical)could this be the same place you work at i wonder::yes::

eve

[Funky_dino]

I thought that after seeing this thread I should introduce myself.

My name is gary but I am known to everyone as Dino, I'm 21 and I come from essex. I'm single and I work for Tesco, incredibly boring but the money is good hehe. I have Been to Florida/Disneyworld pretty much every year since I was 4 and on some occasions twice a year, me and my parents love orlando to bits, and we have never been anywhere else. At the moment I have actually sent off my CV to Disneyworld to hopefully be part of the cultural representation project, which basically entails working in the united Kingdom part of the world showcase at EPCOT, which i am very excited about. I've had alot of support from my parents and friends, although i beleive it isbecause they want the discounts etc hehe. Anyway that was me and hope everyone is well.

Dino

[Jane and Ian]

Thought I had better introduce myself properly - having posted on these boards for a little while. I am Jane - 47 (very nearly). I'm married to DH Ian (50 - not so very nearly!) - we've been married 13 years (having met through dateline!! - got engaged after 3 days!) and we have one DS Jack who is 10. We live in Alton in Hampshire, along with 3 cats - Bracken, Bramble and Barley and a rabbit called Blueberry. (We've just "lost" a rabbit (Bluebelle) and a hamster (Sandy). DH works in computers and I work for a small mail order company - general dogsbody. I have been to California twice - with my Mum back in the 80's and as a family we have been to Florida once, back in Oct 2000. We stayed offsite for 9 days and then the gulf coast for a week to recover. We can't wait for next year when we are staying at ASMo for 2 weeks and back to the same villa for a week to recover. I love planning things and have already sorted out an itinerary!!! Am busy trying to find cheap tickets etc for other attractions. My favourite character is Eeyore, both DHand DS are Tigger mad and DH does a VERY good impression of a Tigger laugh and growl!! Anyway love these boards, check them out at least twice, if not 3 times a day. Keep up the good work.

[KayleeUK]

Hello Jane and Dino :wave:

Have loads of fun here.

[WebmasterPenny]

Hi Eve!

No - I'm not at that publishing house. Without sounding too snobby LOL, my company has less titles but they are 'nicer' ones - more glossy! It's an incestous business though - I know a few people who work there :)

[uktigger]

hi penny:wave:

i was just curious if that was the place you were talking about:D

thanks eve::MinnieMo

[PigSoldier]

Hi there!!

I'm Suzi, I've been posting on and off for the last (gah!! :eek: ) 4 years or so.

I'm a completely Disney obsessive (although aren't we all?), especially with the animated films. I've been to WDW three times, and I'm planning my fifth trip to DLP at the moment.

I've just finished my first year at the University of Southampton, studying music, which I love. I'm trying to pay off my overdraft at the moment working at Chelsea football ground, which is a lot of fun!

[KayleeUK]

Hello Suzi :wave:

Great to see you posting on the Community Board :) Fith trip to DLP - I have been 3 times before :)

[uktigger]

hi suzi:wave:

i'm off to the chelsea shop in a couple of weeks to get ds his goalie kit maybe i'll see you there:D

eve::MinnieMo

[Pootle]

Pootle is one of my cats and I don't think I've visited this board before - I normally check out the Trip Planning and DVC boards (both UK & US) more times a day than is good for me ::yes::

I've just celebrated my 30th anniversary with DH and friends at what appeared to be a building site on the Costa del Sol not too far from Marbella - so I do go to places other than Florida :D

I truly have lost count of the number of visits I've made but I guess it would be in the region of 30 odd :o (but we do usually visit Orlando and somewhere else when I go with my chauffer, aka DH). I'm happiest when I'm in planning mode (for holidays of course) for myself or friends so finding these boards (I'm another who followed Kevin Stringer!) was great.

My working life was as a happy-in-the-classroom (but not the out of hours marking/preparation bit) secondary teacher and it is great not to have to go away in school holidays any more. DH likes Orlando, loves DVC accommodation but (and I shall whisper this) can take or leave Disney. It was different when our son was young, but these days he's happy if I don't take him into the parks too often. Fortunately I also go away with a good friend and she and I do the parks, so I don't mind.

One final thing, I may live in the south but I'm a northerner - born in St Helens, lived mostly in West Lancs and taught in Wigan (and Hemel Hempstead). When DH retires (a long time off alas) I expect to return but for now I'm quite happy here, and in Florida
:wave2:

[KayleeUK]

Welcome Moira :wave:

Good to see you here on the Community Board :)

[Miffy2003]

Many congratulations on your anniversary Moira!:groom: :bride: Thirty years - wow!!

[RachaelAitken]

Hello there,
Kaylee gave me a link to this thread so thought i'd introduce myself properly.
My name is Rachael and happily married to Simon with a son Hudson aged almost 2 and Daughter Ellica aged 4. We have lived in Suffolk for a couple of years now after being out priced house wise from Surrey.The majority of my family are in Cornwall and i consider myself a west country girl at heart.
I work full time as a junior ward sister at the local hospital, just love nursing and never wanted to do anything else.
Like most people family time is precious and there never seems to be enough of it which is why we are so looking forward to our first visit to the world. We have done DLP to death over recent years but i'm led to understand WDW will be a thousand times better.
So glad to have found this site and people who know where i'm coming from with this love of all disney. God knows where i get it from as my parents never took us to theme parks and hate any sort of commercialism ( born to hippies can u tell!!). Luckily my hbbie is almost as mad about the mouse as me.

[KayleeUK]

Rachael

You mean you didn't go to Flambards ;)

You will love it on the DIS :bounce:

[RachaelAitken]

Well true how can anything compare to Flambards!! and Ferdie fox
Actually my sister lives in Helston and we had a great time there this spring with the kids. Almost the only people in there as first day of the season. Rachael

[KayleeUK]

Mickey or Ferdie - tough choice LOL;)

[Stella_the_Staff]

Hello everyone, I am one of the 'newies' and it is tough lol. Well there are 5 of us living here in sunny somerset me and my partner Warren, Michaela (v moody teenager), Danielle (11) and Adam (10) oops and the new addition to the family - the dog (hence the nickname). We got her 4 months ago from the RSPCA, very cute & cuddly.
We're off to Florida next yr for 2nd time, this time taking Grannie & Grandpa.

[KayleeUK]

Hello Stella_the_Staff Welcome to the DIS :wave:

I hope you have loads of fun here, feel free to join in on all the threads :)

I am in Devon so you can't be too far away from me! :)

[mushumadness]

Hiya

I'm Anna, I'm 22. I live near wakefield with my parents and my bf Chris (hes 25)

I work for the halifax, (dont shout at me for it lol)

I went to disney alot as a child, so I have been 15 times, I cant remember most of them, My last visit was for my 21st in march 2003.

My next visit is 26th november.

I have also bee t dlrp twice, the first time I went was halloween 2003 and I really didnt enjoy it. This year my boyfriend took me for my 22nd and we stayed at the new york hotel and I loved it

[TandCmum]

Hi

My name is Suzanne, Im 29 and live in north lincs, with hubby, David,32 and my two tiddlypeeps Thomas 2 and Charlotte 9 months.

I am a nurse on a dialysis unit, and hubby works as a manager at PCworld.

I went to Florida courtesy of my parents back in 1987, and have wanted to go again since. We have finally booked our first WDW hols for June 2005 and Im excited already!!!!!!! we are staying in a gorgeous villa, although we really wanted to stay onsite but decided that villa was the best option with 2 kiddies so little. we are going to book some meals at the onsite hotels and have a good nosey round in anticiaption of our next trip when hopefully we can stay onsite.

I really enjoy coming on the boards and getting loads of useful info you wouldn't have found out otherwise, just visiting the boards certainly puts you in relaxed holiday mood, THANKYOU!

Suzanne

[KayleeUK]

Hi Anna and Suzanne :wave:

Hope you have loads of fun here :)

[Cochise]

Ok,
I will have a go.

I am Rob, i am 33 and live in Lancashire with Sarah 32 my wife along with Bethany 5 and Victoria 3. I have no pets as i am allergic to almost everything. Only been a member for a short while and offered my wisdom on DLP transfers from CDG.
I have been to DLP twice now, once a few years back on a works social trip to the bonfire celebration staying in the Cheyenne. The second was March just gone on the kids go free offer staying in the Sequoia Lodge hotel, both where excellent visits but very cold. Time for Disney and Sun!
We have booked for Orlando as it says below for October 14th to 28th 2005 with tradewinds, flying with Virgin and staying at the Howard Johnson plaza hotel and suites, with a free suite upgrade. Think we are more excited than the kids, especially at the thought of hundreds of hours overtime to pay for it...
Boards recommended by Tron[ADS] along with Simons book.

Great to see such a close community.

[KayleeUK]

Welcome Rob :wave:

I have been to DLP a few times and you are right it is always cold LOL :)

I am sure you and Sarah will have a brilliant time in Orlando (Oh and the kids ;) )

Its good to have you here!

[allie5]

Hi Rob :wave2:

We are booked to fly Virgin on exactly those dates next year, so if you are leaving on the 11:15am from Gatwick, we might see each other on the plane!!!

We are off to DLP in 2 weeks and looking forward to it, but think it maybe a bit colder than WDW Florida!

Allie

[janejakelibbyemma]

hi am new to this board found it following a link from friends on another site, i am 34 and married and have 3 children, jake nearly 4, libby 2 and emma 14 weeks old. we are planning our 1st ever trip to wdw in april 2006 (i know a long way yet), but already hooked on this board and alll the tips, now i am busy saving for the trip and trying to get dh to stay onsite, but he wants a villa, will be working on him, look forward to meeting you all. oh yes i live on the wirral, just over the mersey from liverpool.

[KayleeUK]

Welcome to the DIS Jane :wave:

Its great that you have found us - stay and plan your trip. I am planning for April 2005 :)

Join in here with general chit chat and on the trip planning board, any questions you have post away!

[mumloveseeyore]

Hi everyone, i'm gill ifound this site from simons book and think all the information is wonderful for getting you in a holiday mood. i'm married with 2kids, tom (11) and Kira (8). I cant wait till next april when we make our 1st trip. I@m about to start at university and hubby is a theare nurse.

[KayleeUK]

Welcome Gill :wave:

Looks like we may be holidaying the same time:) Your first trip - that's lovely :) Your children and you and your husband are going to love it!

Join in all the chitter chatter here!

[jjpenguin]

Goedemorgen!

I'm Aruna, living in Amersfoort, the Netherlands with DH John. We were DINKS but now DH is trying to start up his own business we're SINKS. Sharing our house are a really cute russian dwarf hamster called Maximillian (the name is bigger than the hamster), TJ the stuffie and of course JJ Penguin; the inspiration for www.jjpenguin.com .

My first trip to WDW was in 1974, there was only the MK and the Contemporary , the Polynesian and Fort Wilderness. After that nothing...........................

....................................till I got re-moused at DLP in 1996. After that there was no stopping me and we've since visited WDW almost every year, done the cruise once and are proud DVC owners at OKW! If we really can't make WDW I'll settle for DLP, but it's just not the same! :)

jjpenguin

[Miffy2003]

Aruna, I love your penguin's adventures on your website! That is so cool :)

[KayleeUK]

Welcome Aruna

I hope you will have fun here with us on the Community Board :)

[pooky_uk]

Hi All :) I'm new to these boards so here's a wee bit about me and my family.....

I'm Laura (33), married to Squirrel (don't ask!!!!) who's 40 - we've been married 14 years (!!!!!) and have one daughter - Millie who is 6.

We have 4 cats - Pugsy, Odie, Tilly & Zippy
2 dogs - Freedy n Jess (Jack Russells)
1 HUGE rabbit - Korky
3 fish in the pond (milli's think's there are 6 - but sssh, don't tell her the others died "those fish live at the bottom of the pond)...and numerous frogs who live in/around the pond.

So, that's the huge family!!!

We're new to WDW and are having our first ever trip in Feb - can't wait:)

I LOVE Pooh bear and Garfield (that cat cracks me up!)

[MrsWoojr]

Hiya just a quick one (well what i'll consider quick)

My name is Jessica (26) I live in the UK with my husband Rhys (22 aka Rhysd2) but I am american. We meet on the net 2 years ago were married 6 mths ago. We are going to Disney in Florida at the end of Oct for our honeymoon and we can't wait it is my first time there and his 3rd time to Florida. ATM we live with his parents till we have had a holiday and we can save enough to buy our own and in England I think that will be a very long time hehe but its a good thing we get along well with the DMIL and DFIL :D

Take care Cya around

*edited *** I felt I should mention who my fav disney char is and one is Eeyore secone is Dory I can't get enough of her great sense of humor and out look on life

MrsWoojr has a story my DMIL is Mrs Woo yes she does the laundry but when I do it I am Mrs Woo jr since we share the same surname hehe

[KayleeUK]

Welcome to Laura and Jessica :wave:


Great to see you here on the boards. I hope you enjoy it here :)

[rhysd2]

Hi guys i guess i should post seeing as i've been posting here a while and the wife still beat me to it LOL.

Im Rhys. 22 years old though im really a 80 year old cantancerous old so & so stuck in a young mans body :teeth:

I work in computing and have lived in somerset all my life. been to florida twice before.

thats about it really. Jessica covered the rest heh

[squitty]

Hello and welcome to the Dis

Hope you all loads of fun here

:wave2:

[tennisfan]

I have been posting here a little while but forgot to introduce myself.

I'm Nikki, i'm 23 and live with my parents in Kent whilst I complete my degree at uni. I love Disney although I have never been to WDW, hope to in the next couple of years.

Hi to everyone:wave:

[KayleeUK]

Hello Nikki, Welcome to the DIS :wave:

You look like a true DLP Paris fan :) You are really going to love WDW :teeth:

Join in here, we would love to chat with you!

[Kissyme]

Hi this is only my second posting so here goes.......My names Kym and I`m 42 I live in Sidcup in Kent and have been to Florida 4 times with a trip planned for Jaunuary and another in Augusth :Pinkbounc I`m married (19 years today) and have three teenage boys, Being the only girl in the house is tough sometimes but it`s nice to be treated like aprincess: lol sometimes. Looking forward to many hours happy posting :D

[tennisfan]

Hi Kym & happy anniversary:wave:

[KayleeUK]

Hi Kym

Happy Anniversary today and Welcome to the DIS :wave:

[uktigger]

:wave: kym

welcome to the boards:thewave:

i don't live that far from you i'm in bermondsey

eve::MinnieMo

[Kissyme]

Thankyou for all your messages still trying to find my way around the boards but having fun. :sunny:

[vicky1bfc]

Hi

Im 26,i have been married to carl for just 7 months though we have been together 12 years and we went to wdw for our honeymoon.We have twin daughters,lauren,natasha 6.


It was supose to be our one and only,once in a lifetime trip but we got the "bug" and we have booked again for feb 05. :bounce:

[fizz13]

Hi there! My real name is Claire ( not a secret as I am always signing my posts as such) and January will be my 3rd trip to the magic. First was New Years 1989 and the 2nd was January 2002. I have a timeshare at Whyndham Palms just off the 192. I'm 26, DH is 27, and 3 kids; DD5, DS3 and DS8 months. He will have his 1st birthday in WDW!
Love just about everything about WDW and cannot choose between parks for a favourite. My favourite character at the moment is Stitch but I will always love Tigger. DH wanted to tell you his is Donald.
Am slightly addicted to these boards and can be found lurking at restaurants, trip reports, attractions and strategies (UK and US), ok just about anywhere and am so excited I might burst by January.
Maybe a January UK meet in WDW should be arranged?
Much love and pixie dust,
Claire

[KayleeUK]

Claire

Hope to see you here posting on the Community Board more :teeth:

[Tink78]

Hello!!:wave:

Real name is Karen Williams.
I am 26, and just got married to Simon, and we spent our honeymoon in Sept at Coronado Springs, which was wonderful.

Have now been to WDW 4 times, and have stayed at All Star Music once, All Star Movies, and most recently CS.

Have always loved Disney, and dreamed of going to WDW for the first 18 years of my life, but then my dream turned to reality, and now I can't stay away!:earsgirl:

No kids yet, by we do have the most adorable bunny called Charlie, who is about 6 months old (bless him!).

We live in Wellingborough.

Fave park has to be Animal Kingdom, as I love animals about as much as I love Disney World.
We saw a new baby Elephant on Kilamanjaro Safaris last month, and it was only 8 weeks old (it made me cry, it was so cute!).

Fave ride for us both, this trip was Tower of Terror as we both hadn't been on it before (too chicken!) but we loved it!!
I also love the Winnie the Pooh ride in Magic Kingdom!!

xx

[KayleeUK]

Hi Karen

So.....whens your next trip? :)

[Tink78]

Hmmm, probably not for a long, long time now.
That makes me very sad, but as we have just got married we will probably think about having kids within the next 2 years, and we want our next trip to be with them, when they are old enough to enjoy it, so probably in about 8 years!!!

But deep down, I don't think we will wait that long (I just can't do it!) so hopefully maybe in 4 years, but that's the very earliest (boo hoo!).

What about you?

[KayleeUK]

Karen

Then you must stay here and talk Disney with us :)

[Tink78]

Of course, try and keep me away!!

xx

[Ware Bears]

Hi, I'm Elaine (43) married to Bryan (45) and we have three daughters aged 12, 9 and 8. We live in Bournemouth with our two Sheltie dogs. I had always wanted to go to Disneyland since I was a little kid (this was in the days before WDW had opened and every Bank Holiday Monday the BBC would show Disneytime with clips of disney films and the parade down Main Street!) AM I SHOWING MY AGE OR WHAT!!!LOL

Well, my dreams finally came true last April and when I boarded the ferry and saw Cinderella's castle in the distance, it felt like I'd come home! Luckily Bryan is as mad about Disney as me, and well...the girls don't have any say in it!!!

We are going to visit DLP next year and then plan to return to WDW in 2007. I have mixed feelings about DLP but could not wait three years for my next fix of pixie dust! I am looking forward to seeing Sleeping Beauty Castle at DLP, and would also like to visit Disneyland at Anaheim to see the original castle.

Elaine

[KayleeUK]

Hi Elaine :)

I hope you hang around and join in our chitter chatter :teeth:

You know it is never too early to plan ;)

[Ware Bears]

Well said, Kaylee!:) Or that's what I keep telling my family when they say I'm always hogging the computer!

I may not post very often, but I read these boards every day!:)

Elaine

[DisdreamerUK]

:wave2:

Hi, I'm Jen (37) married to Julian (nearly 36) 2 daughters, Daisy (soon to be 11 and getting the "my parents are on another planet" attitude already!) and Molly (8 and extremely stubborn).
We live in Kingsteignton, Devon about 6 miles from Torquay on the English Riviera although in the Summer it takes about an hour to drive there coz the place is full of grockles !!!
We have a cat - Jess, rabbit - Matilda and rat - Ruby.

We went on our 1st trip to WDW this year in May and had an awesome time. In February 2005 we're off to Boston & Vermont (to attempt to ski!!) and hope to go back to Florida in 2006.
You are all right - once is just never enought:bounce: :bounce:

[KayleeUK]

Hello Jen

From another Devonian :teeth: Welcome to the UK Community Board! Did you see we are having a Devon Meet - you are welcome to join us.

Hope to see you on the boards more :)

[CustardTart]

Hi everyone, :wave2:
I'm Karen (41) another first time DISboard user! My DD (who's also a member) told me about this site ages ago but this is the first time I've checked it out.

After a fab August 2004 holiday at WDW, we are now intending to become DVC members so I thought it was definitely time to take a proper look. :earseek:

My DD and I are the real addicts and planning our first "Girls Only" WDW outing for May 2005 when we're going to sample the 3 day Disney Cruise as well as stay in our 'home away from home'. It's almost TOO exciting!!!!

Bye4now
Kxxx

PS: How do I get a counter?

[KayleeUK]

Hello Karen

Welcome to the DIS :wave:

I hope you will love it here :) I am a DVC member and my 'home' is BWV :)

Here is a LINK (http://disboards.com/showthread.php?s=&threadid=381216) to the countdown page :teeth: I am off home in May - might see you there!

[acr4bbe]

Hi all,

Adrian married to Floss and together with our Daughter Rebecca (3) we really can't get enough of WDW or indeed DLRP.

We live in Worcester

Just got back from BWV's another brilliant trip and are already looking forward to SSR & VB in 2005.

Nice to meet you all.

acr4bbe


:Pinkbounc :bounce:

[tennisfan]

Welcome everyone, have fun posting here:D

[donaldmakesmelaugh]

Hi im lorna, and i have a daughter karen and sons barry and dan im a single mum, i like music and movies i love traveling and im taking karen to disney in december 2005 this will be our last visit to disney, karen is 25 now and is celebral palsy she uses a wheelchair and i just found out i got arthritis in my knee joints. so we are going to stay at the caribbean beach, seeing the christmas decos and also its karens birthday on the 9th so it will be amazing for her to have her birthday at disney i hope to make some friends here :wave2:

[Miffy2003]

HI there Lorna :wave2:

and welcome!!

Karen

[KayleeUK]

Lorna

Glad you joined us here :wave:

[donaldmakesmelaugh]

Originally posted by Miffy2003
HI there Lorna :wave2:

and welcome!!

Karen thanks i cannot forget your name its the same as my daughters lol:wave2:

[donaldmakesmelaugh]

Originally posted by KayleeUK
Lorna

Glad you joined us here :wave: thanks:wave2: im happy to be here :wave:

[maureen4200040]

Hi all,

I've enjoyed reading all the other posts, and decided I should add my two penny's worth in. My name is Maureen and I live few miles from London, I'm 42 yrs old and single (still waiting for my prince to come hahaha).

My first trip to disney was at aged 39, and I have'nt looked back since. I just can't get enough of it. (My fear of flying kept me from going to disney any sooner, but I'm proud to say I'm no longer scare of flying.)

I've managed to convert my sister & niece in all things disney, just trying to work my way through the rest of the family now. I read the Disboards every night without fail, can't go to bed unless I've read all the daily threads. I would like to thank every one who has posted past and present, as I"ve picked up so many tips and advice from you all.

Continue the disney magic...... maureen4200040



:grouphug:

[KayleeUK]

Hi Maureen

Welcome to the DIS :wave: Glad you have been converted and are spreading the Disney message ;)

Hope to see you posting here lots :teeth:

[Oriana]

:wave2: Hello everybody. My name's Linda and I have just stumbled on this forum - can't wait to get to know everyone.

I am visiting Florida in January (staying in Kissimmee) with my husband, son, stepdaughter and her boyfriend. I'm the only one who's been to Florida before (back in 1977!!), and I am really looking forward to showing the others what a great place Florida is (hope it lives up to my fantastic memories of nearly 30 years ago!!)

[KayleeUK]

Hi Linda

Welcome to the DIS :wave:

Wow so much is going to have changed since you were last at WDW ;)

I hope you enjoy planning your trip here with us :)

[MadAboutDisney]

Hi Guys and Gals,

My Name is Paula-Jane (PJ for short) and I am 33 years old, married to Alex for 6 years and have two children. My daughter :earsgirl: Laoise (Leesha) is 6 and my son :earsboy: Aedan is 4.

We now live in Dundee, Scotland but used to live in Guildfrord, Surrey until last year.:wave:

We fly out to Florida on Saturday 11th December for 3 weeks and then we stay in Washington DC for 3 nights on the way back.

This will be our first trip to WDW and indeed Florida, in fact, this will be our first ever holiday.:Pinkbounc

I will be looking for some major help with planning my trip in the next couple of weeks so if you have any tips I would be so grateful, especially what to do about Christmas Day!!

But for now I will love you and leave you. :wave2:


Until next time,


PJ princess:

[KayleeUK]

Hi PJ :wave:

Welcome to the DIS :teeth: Your first trip - how exciting! We will all help you out here...just ask away.

[Oriana]

Originally posted by KayleeUK
Hi Linda

Welcome to the DIS :wave:

Wow so much is going to have changed since you were last at WDW ;)

I hope you enjoy planning your trip here with us :)


Thank you Kaylee. Have just been away for a while, now back home and starting to find my way around this great site!

:cool1:

[Julie-Anne Hennessy]

Hi!

I'm Julie-Anne, I'm 34, work for Her Majesty (Prison Service), and have an 8 year old son, Conor, who is my world!

I also have my DP, Michael, who, to be honest, is a pain in the ***! But I guess there must be something there eh?

I've only been to WDW once in December 2001, with Conor, and I've become addicted since! As you can see, I return for my 2nd trip in 12 days. Yippee!

My loves are Disney (of course), Duran Duran (still, after 20 years), Lord Of The Rings, Animals and travelling, eating, drinking and sleeping.

I'm currently doing my ABTA certificate, as my ideal job would be to work in a travel agent's, talking to people about holidays all day long! Purr-fect!



::MickeyMo ::MinnieMo

[KayleeUK]

Hi Julie-Anne :)

I bet you are going to have a great time with your son :) He will be dragging you on RNRC :teeth:

[#1MMFan]

Hi

Just noticed this thread. I'm John. I'm 26, nearly 27 and live just a bit west of Glasgow, Scotland. I have been to WDW.. umm.. 10 times I think with my mom and sister and we are planning on going back January 2005. We've also been twice to DL Resort, California and a few other places in the US/Canada as you can see from my signature.

I have a lot of american relatives in Maryland and am hoping to perhaps relocate there in a few years' time. I had plans to go to Canada previously, but things have changed somewhat.

That seems about all for now. :)

[KayleeUK]

Hi John and Welcome to the Community Board :teeth:

You lucky thing relocating :)

[Kilted_Yank]

I haven't visited this site in such a long time, I reckon I had best re-introduce myself.

My name is Bill, and as my screen name implies, I am from the United States. I am married these 10 years to Susan and our daughter Olivia is just 6.

My wife and I feel particularly attached to the UK, since she went to school and worked there for 8 years (University of Essex), and I visited the UK several times when I was in the U.S. Marines.

One of the things we love best about Disney is interacting with our British friends, especially those visiting for the first time.

Cheers,

Bill

[KayleeUK]

Bill.....long time no see :hug:

Do you have a trip planned to WDW soon ?

[Kilted_Yank]

Hullo Kaylee!

It has been a while hasn't it? I have been rather busy of late, but I have been thinking about a visit to this site for some time now. I have missed you all.

Our last trip was in August, 2004... and we will be back again in August '05.

How are things with you and yours? All is well I trust?

Bill

[KayleeUK]

Bill

Me and Dh are doing well Thank you :) I am always happy when I have a trip to plan ;)

Don't be a stranger :)

[Kilted_Yank]

I won't... I promise!

[KissMeKenley]

Hi,

My name is Kenley and I live in the great city of New Orleans!!! I am 26, a registered nurse, married with no children to speak of yet. I love most all sports, especially volleyball and tennis, and I despise golf!!

I am five foot five with blond hair and green eyes.
My favorate stores are the Limited, Banana Republic and Louis Vuitton!! I love shopping for other people as well as myself. Nice to meet all of you. :umbrella:

[KayleeUK]

Hi Kenley

and Welcome to the DIS :wave:

[Kell-Bell]

Right OK, I've finally plucked up the courage to post!!

Hi, my Name is Kelly and I'm from Reading, Berkshire (noticed a few others from Reading too!) I'm 23 years old (just!) No babies for me yet, just my 8 month old puppy Sabre, he's a German Shepard x Rottweiler. I have an adorable 4 year old nephew Callum, who I spoil rotten with as many Disney presents as possible!!! Been with my Scott, my 'significant' other for just over 4 years!

I lurk here as often as I can, and I love it here! Everyone was so helpful when I was planning my first trip! Haven't been here much in the last year, but I have a new job, and I have internet access so can come and play here every week day!!

My other loves are Harry Potter (books!) and Lord of the Rings (Films!)

I've been To DLP twice, first time was a hen weekend! Stayed at Santa Fe. The second visit I took my mum on a surprise trip to DLP in July stayed at Newport Bay. She didn't have a clue!! Went to the 'World' for the first time in November 2003, flew out on my 22nd birthday! We stayed a week at Royal Pacific and a week at All Stars Movies. Have just booked my next trip, 27th November 2005! First week at Hard Rock, and a week at Port Orleans. (Save the best til last!!) Less than a year of planning, I had better get my skates on!!! ;)

I Love all things Disney!! Couldn't possibly pick one favourite. Hmmm Mickey or Pooh! I can't pick!

Well thats me in a large nutshell! Hi! :wave2:

[KayleeUK]

Kelly Welcome to the Dis :wave:

Great to see you posting here some more :teeth: We are Staying at the Hard Rock in April, DH choice.

[Kell-Bell]

I Can't wait! Stayed at RPR and it was wonderful! I didn't have a bad word to say about it. I'm going to try and get round them all!!! Hee Hee

[KissMeKenley]

Kelly Welcome to the Dis :wave:

Great to see you posting here some more :teeth: We are Staying at the Hard Rock in April, DH choice.


Kaylee, my hubby and I will be honemooning in April as well. We are staying at the Orange beach country club resort. It is not a disney resort because we needed much more room. This thing is bigger than our condo at home!!

What date are you going?? We will be there from the 28th until the 7th of May.

[KayleeUK]

Hey Kenley

We fly out on the 25th April until 9th May we are staying at four different resorts..to keep us on our toes :) Disney is a wonderful place to honey moon. DH and I got married and spent our honeymoon at WDW :teeth:

[KissMeKenley]

Hey Kenley

We fly out on the 25th April until 9th May we are staying at four different resorts..to keep us on our toes :) Disney is a wonderful place to honey moon. DH and I got married and spent our honeymoon at WDW :teeth:

That is sooooo cool!! We are going to be there at the same time!!! Maybe we could do space mountain together.LOL

[KayleeUK]

Pm me nearer the time and we can set up a Space Mountain meet :)

[KissMeKenley]

You got it!!!!

[Pugsly]

Okay - I might as well break down and do this.

I'm Sharon (pushing 40), married to Jerry (over 40), we're coming up on our first anniversary next month. I have a son Evan (16) and Jerry has two daughters, Gabrielle (9) and Marissa (7). We have a Pug (thus the screen name) named Dawson.

I am a program consultant (performing quality assurance) for the state's food stamp and welfare programs. Jerry is a (wireless - cell phone) engineering technician. The kids ... they are students.

I've been to WDW 6 times now and DLP once. Jerry has two WDW visits under his belt (including his first trip, where he proposed to me in front of Cinderella's castle). Evan has been to The World 5 times and DLP once. The girls made their first trip this past June. We have vacationed in WDW with the Stringers twice now and they were gracious enough to play hosts when we hopped across the pond last summer.

I followed Kevin here from another discussion group and have mostly been lurking.

So ... hello to all!

[KayleeUK]

Sharon :wave: Hello.....

I thought I recognised your names when I read through your post....of course you are stars in the Stringers Trip Reports!

Well Welcome to you, glad to see you posting :)

[daveyoghurt]

My names Dave and I'm 31 :charac2: , (sounds like a confessional this)!

I've been to Florida twice before, the last time just three months ago, and am looking forward to taking my girlfriend Karen and son Matty in September for three weeks. This will be the best trip ever as Karen has never been to Disney or Florida before and therefore has no idea what to expect! Karens favourite character is Piglet from Winnie the Pooh (dunno whether this counts as a Disney character?), but mine will remain a secret! :earboy2:

I'm a Leeds lad, though I moved to a small village just outside Pontefract a few months ago. Karen and I still work in Leeds City Centre, for a major insurance company, the one with the red phone!

I'm determined to spend more time at Disney this time having glossed over the Magic Kingdom & Animal Kingdom on my two previous visits, and who knows, I may even ask Karen a special question in front of Cinderella's Castle?!! :love:

Look forward to chatting with you all!!

[KayleeUK]

Dave Welcome to the DIS :wave:

I may even ask Karen a special question in front of Cinderella's Castle?!!

How exciting :teeth: If Karens favourite character is Piglet - don't forget the Crystal Palace Character Meal :)

[2hot4u]

:cheer2:

i'm natalie and i'm 17. i luv disney specially mickey mouse (he's so adorable) and i also love hayden christensen (anakin skywalker ; starwars)
:love:

[Slimey_snake]

Hi my name is Lynn and I am 42 (nearly 43!). I live with Paul (hubby) and sons Grant and Ryan (21 and 12). We went to Orlando in 2003 and are going again March 2005 (not long now, yippee :cool1: :earseek: :earboy2:) I am sooooooooooooooooooo excited...I can hardly wait.

[pooky_uk]

Welcome to the boards Lynn... :flower1:

[KayleeUK]

Welcome to the Boards Natalie and Lynn, I hope you have loads of fun here :wave:

[debbyLL]

hi my name is debby, husband chris 2 daughters 15 & 11. members at bwv joined in 1999 never regreted it we have gained our money back if we were to stay at bw 2 wks a year. i am a care home manager work with my husband, we have 2 ponies 5 dogs 1 cat a parrot and fish. this will be our 10th visit to disney our first to poly 95 remember dh being very dubious but guess what he won't go anywhere else we went to dominican last year and he moaned for 3 solid days saying "its not disney" love the whole dis site only just earned my ears as i post like mad before we go and then forget to post trip repor son new years res is to do trip report i may even do from disney if i can work out how do work laptop from there

[KayleeUK]

Welcome to our little family :)

[Disneystar]

Hi, I'm 24 and work as a Civil Servant.

I live in Essex with my parents, I moved back in after graduating from Uni last year and I'm still trying to readjust!!

I first went to WDW in 1989 and have just booked my 8th trip for October. :cheer2:

I am a Disney addict and my favourite characters are Tigger and Minnie. :flower:

[KayleeUK]

Hi Victoria :)

Welcome to the DIS :wave: I am sure you will have fun here planning your trip - only 7 months to go......

[widget]

Hello one and all. Im a cuddly,female, 40 year old from Kent with two boys aged 14 and 11. We are aiming for a return visit to Florida this year (savings permitting!) Working from home I enjoy endless cups of coffee and the odd slab of chocklit (ok, ok maybe every other day but whose counting!!)
I found the DIS after running very fast away from another board on the web where I found postees rude and unfriendly. Here seems a much nicer type of peoples and I am looking forward to gleaning information for my next trip from each and every one of you!
Am finding it very easy to whizz around all the forums here as its very well set out. :flower:

[KayleeUK]

Hi there widget:wave:

Welcome to the DIS, hope you have fun here it is a friendly place :teeth:

[orangebreezer]

Hello All,

My name is Julie and I currently live in West London. I am 38, married for 14 years to hubby and we have 3 kids. Daughter 18, son 12 and another daughter 9.

I was born in Windsor, but my parents emigrated to Canada when I was a babe and returned to UK when I was 12. They decieded to live in Plymouth where I happily went to high school at Plymstock Comp until 16, when I got very fed up with being told what to do by these old kill joys that new nothing (quite a shock when it hits you that you are now an old kill joy yourself and you know nothing lol) and got a job in lovely North Devon. Met hubby (Scotsman and quiet mad) and at 19 deceided that I wanted to be a pub manager. So here I am 19 years later and still running pubs. Currently run a big well know chain restaurant/bar.

Fell in love with Disney at 1990 when hubby and I finally got wed in Vegas and drove down to Los Angelas and visited Disneyland. Went to WDW for the first time in 1996. We are going back for the 3rd time this Oct. We are taking my Brother in Law, his wife and their two kids with us this time. We have always stayed off site on I Drive and love it.

After flitting in and out of this great forum I thought it was about time I stopped being rude and said hello.

[KayleeUK]

Hi Julie

Welcome to the DIS from your old stomping ground Plymouth :wave:

Hope you have fun here with us :)

[Disney Debra]

Hi - I only joined a few days ago but already think its fab and picked up some great tips.

I live in Manchester with my DH Sam and new puppy Henry, a blue roan cocker spaniel who is the most gorgeous thing alive, (nearly 4 months old and chews everything in sight)

We have been to Disney 3 times before and have booked to go this year for Christmas and New Year at WL, I'm so excited I cant believe its months away yet!

Keep up the great trip reports so I can live through everyone else until I get to go again.

Great to join you all - Debra ::MinnieMo

[diberry]

Hi everyone!! :wave2: I've been on the DLP Paris board since last May and can't believe I've only just found this one!!! :confused3 Oh Joy!!! :cheer2: I look at the board several times a day and now I've got a whole new one to read!!! :Pinkbounc :Pinkbounc :Pinkbounc
My name's Diana though most people call me Di. My DH is Dave and we're both in our 50s but VERY young at heart and remarkably silly for such aged folks!! :rotfl: We celebrate our 30th wedding anniversary this year (he's a saint!!!!) :rotfl2: We have 2 "children" - Martin is 26 and lives in Norwich and Rhiannon is 22 and lives over the other side of Nottingham. We had our first Disney family holiday in 1996 in WDW and have been complete Disney nuts ever since!! DH and I have been going to Orlando every summer since 2001 (when the kids were financially independent and we could afford to go every year!!! :rotfl: ) and Rhiannon and I started going to DLP last Easter and have been 3 times so far. We both spend a lot of time on the DISboard!! :disrocks: DH and I are going to Anaheim for the first time this summer - can't wait!!!!! :cloud9:
I LOVE these boards - such nice people!! :grouphug:

[KayleeUK]

Di :wave:

Welcome to this Board too :) I am so glad you found us :teeth:

[LuvMickey2]

Hi
I'm Sherry and I'm married to my DH (Bob) for 4 yrs now and we live in Connecticut. Bob asked me to be his wife in the Rose GARDEN at Magic Kingdom!!! How beautiful is that!! He planned the whole thing by himself (well a little help of a friend) We now have a 2yr old daughter which we are taking to Disney Easter week 2005!!! ::MinnieMo . We also have done a Disney Cruise!! and stayed one time at Polynesian resort.

[DisneyRGB]

Hi everyone!! :wave:

I have come onto this board for the first time today - I go onto the DLP board regularly but my Mum diberry (3 posts up!) suggested I have a look on here so here I am!

Well obviously you can look at my Mum's post to find out about me! I'm 22 and I live with my boyfriend Dave in Nottingham. I wanted to go to WDW from the age of 6, and when I was 13 Mum and Dad gave in and said we could go - we spent my 14th birthday there which was amazing! I don't think Mum and Dad were that bothered about going but once they got into the magic they were completely convinced!

We went again to WDW in 97 but I have since developed a huge fear of flying and refuse to get on a plane which makes getting to Orlando a bit of a mission! Mum & I have been to DLP 3 times now, so I'm still getting my Disney fix, although when I'm rich enough to have some hypnotherapy I'll be right back on that plane to Orlando and hopefully to California too!!

My other obsession/bank account drain is my team Nottingham Forest; I've had a season ticket for 8 years now - yes I know I must be mad but it runs in the family!!

Rhiannon :wizard:

[KayleeUK]

Welcome Sherry and Rhiannon :wave:

Glad you have joined us here on the Community Board :)

[lagunn]

hello all !
ive been posting for a while so i thought i would tell you all a bit about me..
my name is lesley ive been married to dave 10 wonderful years i have six children two of which are daves. ( second marriage) ages range from 7 up to 28..i have 4 grandsons and another grandchild due in october...
first went to florida in 1999 for a once in a lifetime holiday but we are about to go on our fifth holiday to florida ..keep saying we will try somewhere else but nowhere offers what florida offers us..
have a dog geri springer spaniel :rotfl2:
2 cats tom and bella
so we have a tom and geri :rotfl2:
my favourite character is tigger..and my favourite park is epcot..

[KayleeUK]

Welcome to the DIS Lesley :)

[Grumpy John]

Hi all, I am John, I live in Ipswich and have done for all my life. Very happily married to Elaine. Have two grown up sons, eldest still lives in town. Youngest is currently studying (or in the pub) at Plymouth University.

Have a wonderful 11month old Grand daughter - Caitlin Rose - who I absolutely adore and love to bits and who rules my life - WONDERFUL.

Have been travelling to the States since 1979 (we found out eldest was a happening while in Las Vegas!)

Try to get to Florida at least twice a year. Just returned last Sunday after 8 days.

Next trip is October when we are going to the west coast for a change.

Favourite character is Grumpy!! Have loads of things to do with him.

[KayleeUK]

Hi John

Thanks for updating us about yourself :)

[wendye]

Hello all I'm new :wave: :wave:

My name's Wendy (age 44) married to Ron (48) 2 teenagers - 1 daughter Laura (18) and a son John (14 - nearly 15). We live in Sheffield south Yorkshire and will have been married 24 years this July. Laura is currently at university in Leeds studying to be a PE Teacher at secondary level.

So far we have only been to florida and Disney once back in 2002 for a week and we stayed in Kissimmee. We are going back for 3 weeks next year in July for 2 weeks in a villa in Kissimme and a week by the Gulf Coast. :Pinkbounc :banana: I'ved booked a couple of lovely villas direct with the owners just need to book flights and a car now. Can't wait even though it's over a year to go and we are goin away this July to Gran Canaria. We will be there for my birthday and our 25th Wedding Anniversary.

:jumping1:

[KayleeUK]

Welcome to the DIS Wendy :wave:

[Andrew DEREK UK]

Thought I would say hello and introduce myself, I am usually on the DCL discussion boards as I have been on one Magic trip, and have two more planned.

Live in Essex near the London end, and have two kids. We have been to WDW and DL Cal a lot, as follows:-
DL California 1991
International Drive 1997
All Star Movies three weeks 2000
Contemporary 2001 in Halloween parties at MK
Polynesian 2002 inc. Halloween parties and seven day Magic cruise. (Cat 4)
Royal Pacific at Universal, and Contemporary 2003.
2004 Year off Disney
2005 DL California Grand Californian hotel at DL Universal Hollywood DCL Magic Los Angeles to Florida via Panama
2006 Royal Pacific again Magic seven days Costa Maya, and then Polynesian.

Done nearly everything disney, from all of the breakfasts and character meals to riding up front on a monorail.

Love watching the fireworks from Contemporary or Polynesian.

[UK Crowbirds]

princess: Hello, we thought it's time we introduced ourselves. I'm Elaine, aged 51, and - dare I say this, I work in the complaints department of a travel agency. DH is Bryan, accountant aged 52. DDs - Elisa is 21, student of History at Central Lancashire University, and as Karaoke Queen,is hoping that the Krazy Karaoke( a free shot for each song) will still be running when we go on our Wonder cruise in June.Hannah is looking forward to celebrating her 18th birthday on 5th April. She hopes to be a Paediatric nurse.
:earsgirl: We are DVC members and this will be our 9th trip to Florida.
:cool2: Our next trip:12-16th June Beach Club Villas, 16-19th June Wonder Cruise, 19-24th June Saratoga Springs

from Elaine :earsgirl: ,Bryan :earsboy: , Elisa :earsgirl: & Hannah :earsgirl:

[KayleeUK]

Welcome Andrew :) Good to see you joining us here on the UK Boards :)

Elaine - Welcome Home ;) We too are DVC members the Boardwalk is my home ;)

[brer rabbit 28]

Hi,i am a newbie and i am addicted to this site!!!
My name is Claire and i'm 28,live with mum who has caught the disney bug after i took her to DLP for her birthday 2 years ago.
We went to Orlando last year,her 1st time my 3rd.She went completely mental!!I think it was the escapism from real life that did it :rotfl:
We both live in Manchester with our kitty Pip squeek.I work as a florist and mum is a nurse.
DISNEY IS OUR LAUGHING PLACE!!! :rotfl2:

[mrs-mac]

Hi all :wave2:

l would like to introduce myself, my name is Rachel, i'm 34 married with 2 boys (8 & 6). We all live near Wrexham, North Wales.

My DH is :firefight Waterladder, l've been using his user name for the last week but decided to get my own now!

Just returned from a brillant 2 week holiday in Orlando, stayed on ID. This is my 2nd visit, DH's 3 but the kids 1st! Already planning next years!!

Luv the site, its sooo helpful :flower:

[KayleeUK]

Hi Rachel :wave:

Great to have you and Waterladder here with us :) When's your next trip :)

[mrs-mac]

Hi Kaylee

Thanks for the welcome, we're in the process of becoming DVC members so hopefully going to SSR May 06

[wifey]

Hello all. We are from Co Durham, I'm Yvonne (36) my hubby Niel (35 next month) and son Ethan 5. We have been to Florida in '98,, 2000, 2002, 2004. No critters . Looking forward to our holiday 04 June-17 June staying off-site again. Only 28 days to go looking forward to Epcot Flower Festival and Star Wars Weekend. Lots of things to pack still! LOL New to the boards so bear with me please. :rolleyes1

[john storey]

Hi there DVC folks,just got back from 22 day trip to good old Disney(we stayed "everywhere' in WDW including 7 day cruise on Magic) all on points, what a great system.
We (my wife Lesley & me) joined last year @ SSR & are still kicking ourselves for not joining earlier. We live in Wallington, Surrey with our 2 sons Mark & Daniel. We are long term Disney fans having been to WDW approx 8/9 times over the past 12 years. What do we do? well I'm a mad West Ham fan, very mad Who fan, & play lawn bowls, plus run a very busy printing firm in Acton, West London. Lesley moans about putting on weight, me going to watch West Ham, playing bowls & playing Who cds to loud in the car. Apart from that we still enjoy visiting Disney often & staying in all those lovely DVC properties.

[KayleeUK]

Yvonne - Welcome to the DIS good to have you here.


John - Welcome Home fellow DVC member :)

[Clare D]

Hi all
I'm Clare D and I am 29 and live in Derby. Married to Steve 5 years this September after he proposed to me after the fireworks in the MK in June '99. Have a 2.5 year old Joe and Herbie a very friendly 10 yr Staffordshire Bull Terrier.
Visited Disney Aug '92, June '99 and Dec '04 and we are going back October '05.
Have been a regular to this site since last year but only just worked out how to actullay become a DIS member in March this year and have been addicted ever since.
Favourite character Minnie Mouse.
Great thread Kaylee.
Clare ::MinnieMo

[KayleeUK]

Welcome Clare :)

[julie.uk]

Hi,
my name is Julie, I am married to Brian, we have 2 daughters.
In 1990 we decided to take the holiday of a lifetime and went to Florida for 3 weeks off site.

We have been back many many times since then.lol

Our eldest daughter got married in Disney's wedding pavilion, followed by cake and champagne & dancing with Mickey Mouse at the Grand Floridian Resort, Dinner in full wedding regalia at the California Grill and a speciality cruise to the Seven Seas Lagoon to watch the fireworks at the Magic Kingdom exploding overhead.

We are going back to WDW on 15th June for 18 days, then on 27th Nov for 2 weeks and we are already planning our trip for next year 3 weeks from 20th May 06. this place is addictive!
We now go back as just a couple and are annual passholders staying in Disney resorts and loving every minute. :Pinkbounc :Pinkbounc

[KayleeUK]

Welcome to the DIS :wave:

I was a DIsney Bride too, I hope you have fun here :)

[Littlegem]

Hi everyone,

My Name is Hazel, I am Married to a wonderful man called Chris, and we are expecting our First Child in Jan 2006... :banana: ...

We have 3 Cocker Spaniels, called Bonnie Benson & Jerry, and Two Parrots... "Barney" the 53yr old Blue-Front Amazon, & "Pebbles" the 8 month old Harliquin Macaw...

We live just outside Dover, on the south Coast, and we have been married for just over 2 years after holding our Wedding in Miami....

Chris has NEVER been to WDW, but he did take me for a Birthday treat to Disneyland Paris...

I have been to Disneyland California in 1996, and stayed on site at WDW in "Dixey landings" ( now Port Orleans Riverside) in 1998...

I am 4 weeks away from taking my First Solo trip to WDW this July.... Unfortunatly Chris has to work & can't accompany me, but I am hoping to have a Great time anyway... :cheer2:

Maybe I will see some of you there...! :thewave:

[KayleeUK]

Welcome to the DIS Hazel :)

[LoopyLoo]

Hi.
My name is Linda Iam married to Chris and have 2 Children (if you can call them children) 18 & 16, we live in Horsham West Sussex, about 10 miles from Gatwick very handy.
This will be our 10th trip to Orlando/WDW we are lucky enough to be going for 3 weeks this time 7 nights at the AKL then 2 weeks in a villa on Highlands Reserve.
I love the Dis boards and have found everyone to be most helpful.

[KayleeUK]

Welcome to the DIS Linda :)

10 + trips you lucky thing...glad you found the DIS!

[carolfoy]

I've just realised I've never posted on this thread, have been dissing frantically since march and lurking a long time before
My name is Carol (hard to figure out) I'm 34 have a son, Callum who is 9 we live in cornwall, not so handy for the int airports but I'm a travel agent so thats VERY handy! :) Went to WDW for the first time in 2003 for a week, no planning just on the hoof! had no idea at the time the scale of the place, the planning involved etc, went 2004 for 2 weeks which was amazing to be able to relax and take it easier, will be going agin in Nov with friends who have never even been abroad! for 2 weeks again so can't wait for that! have never got round to universal, IOA, the florida beaches etc yet '*** we're just park mad! but do intend on going back time and time again so we'll get there!
usually have 3 or 4 hols a year, lucky me!!! so I'll fit it in eventually
anyway I'll stop waffling now

[Mumof2]

Carol, I've never posted here either so I will too.

Nice to meet you - lucky you with your 3 or 4 holidays per year - one of the perks of being a travel agent I guess. :goodvibes

Anyway, I am Lynn. I am married with 2 kids - DS Luke who'll be 7 in a couple of weeks and DD Rachel who will be 6 in August.

DH (Philip) and I have been to Florida twice and the kids have been once. When DH and I went it was pre AK and so when we took the kids (for a week in 2003) we went to AK and MK. Also did KSC and spent a day at the beach that trip. Last year we all went to Disneyland in Anaheim but this year we're looking forward to doing ALL the Orlando parks. We've got 17 days there, we leave in 12 days and I am very excited. :banana:

:wave2: for now....

[KayleeUK]

Welcome All :teeth:

Nice to know a little more about you :)

[emmaness]

Hi all :) Thought I might as well introduce myself!

So... I'm Emma, a 17-year-old from North Devon. I live with my parents and my 15-year-old sister, Lucy. I've been seven or eight times (I can never remember!) to Disneyland Paris and twice to Disney World Orlando. I'm determined to go to all the Disneylands one day! Last time I went to Disney Paris was 2001 and the last time I went to Disney World was 2003. I've only ever stayed in one of the Disney Hotels, and that was Hotel Cheyenne when I was about 10. And I'm hoping to go back to Paris in October this year!

Nice to meet you all. :earboy2:

[KayleeUK]

Hi Emma :wave:

Welcome to the DIS. I am from Plymouth in Devon, we have quite a few South Westerners on here :)

[Thea]

Hello everyone

I'm Thea and live with my husband Michael in Denmark. I used to work in Birmingham as a systems analyst for an UK company, but have now relocated back to my native country.

I went to WDW for the first time in 1996 and have been going back almost every year since (addicting isn't it ? :rotfl: )

I'm 42 years old, teaches computer science and loves photography and Science fiction. I have been lurking on DIS for some years after my sister introduced me to this site

Thea

Only 10 days to go and Orlando here we comes...... :cool1:

[vabeth]

Hi everyone!
I have been posting on the DIS site for a couple of months now but have only just - shock horror - dicovered the UK Board!
My name is Veronica, i am 33 and live in Essex.
I have a gorgeous hubby and an even more gorgeous 8 year old daughter. Oh and i am a total Disney Addict!!!
The first time i visited Disney was for my 30th birthday and was meant to be our 'holiday of a lifetime'. Needless to say it didn't stop there and next year will be our third trip! The first time we booked Port Orleans but were upgraded to the Dolphin - wow - what a view! Imagine your first time in Disney, being pretty hysterical about being there, stepping out on your balcony and having a perfect view of The Tower of Terror!!! It made my day!!! The next time we stayed on I-Drive but next year we will be 'going home' and staying at All Star Movies! We will be going with friends who have never been before so i can't wait to show them the sights. Well that's about me done i think! Hope i haven't waffled on for too long!xxx

[Kilted_Yank]

Hel,lo again, all!

My name is Bill and as you can see, I am from the eastern United States.

I have been posting at the UK Dis for a long time, but Ihave been away for many, many months, so I thought I would re-introduce myself.

I am a policeman and firearms instructor for a federal agency in Washington, DC, and I am married (for 11 years last week!) and have a very sweet daughter called Olivia who is nearly 7.

Both my wife and I have been to the UK (She went to university and lived there for 8 years). We enjoy meeting British and Irish friends when they come to Orlando.

Cheers,

Bill

[KayleeUK]

Hi Thea :wave: Good to have you hear with us on the DIS :)

Hi Veronica Welcome to the DIS :wave: We usually stay in the Epcot resort area and I agree what a lovely place :)

Hi Bill :wave: Good to see you back, any plans for a new trip??

[Kilted_Yank]

Hi Bill :wave: Good to see you back, any plans for a new trip??

Hiya Kaylee!,

We will be back in Orlando from 18th through 31st August.

We are hoping to see as many of you from the UK as we can!

Bill

[KayleeUK]

I won't be there at that time Bill :(

But there is a UK DIS Meet planned if you are interested see this thread :) EPCOT Sunday 21st August 2005 (a gathering of Diser's ) (http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=728419&highlight=august+meet)

I am sure they would love to see you all :)

[lakers]

Hi All
Came across this great site about 3 months ago after booking our first trip to WDW for September 2005,and i must say im completely addicted :cool1: :goodvibes
Oh yeh about me ! my name is Larry,45 single and live in Epsom Surrey........... dare i say im a civil servant ! oh ok ive said it :earboy2: Going to WDW in September with DDs 14,12,8,8, Plus niece and 3 and daughters friend 12 and of course the ex whom i still get on well with.
Promised kids for yrs to go to wdw never got around to it until now.
If im honest im probably the biggest kid of em all ! hey but that isnt a sin its WDW
I would just like to add a big thank you for all the useful threads and information that i have found on this graeat site which should make the holiday planning easier.

Larry :wave: :wave: :wave: :Pinkbounc :Pinkbounc :Pinkbounc

[Tink78]

I'm not sure if I have already posted a reply on this thread so here's another one anyway!!

I'm 27, married (almost for 1 year!) and live in Wellingborough.
We have one very cute and adorable bunny called Charlie (although he isn't so adorable at the moment as he has taken a shine to digging up the plants in our garden!).

I have been to WDW 4 times now, and always stayed on site.
Last trip was in Sept 04 for our honeymoon.
We were supposed to stay at AKL but due to the hurricanes there last year, our honeymoon got cancelled and we had to re-book it for 10 days later and couldn't get into AKL.

As we decided we didn't want to wait any longer, we decided to book into Coronado Springs instead which was lovely.

Next trip to WDW will be in about 4-5 years time I guess as we might start trying for a little one next year which will mean it won't be worth going until he/she is a bit older.

My fave Disney films are Mulan, Lion King, Mary Poppins and Finding Nemo (I love Dory!!).

[Salford]

Hi,

My name is Mitch. Husband of Lisa. Father of Jake and Tegan.

Not only am I a Florida nut - but also love the rest of the USA. We have been travelling to the states for 20 + years, so have been more or less everywhere. The only major city that I have not visited yet is Seattle but will hopefully get there soon.

We usually go to Orlando at least once a year, but August 2005 will be our third trip this year. Can't get enough of the place. Theme parks, food, shopping, beaches, weather, T.V. love it all.

[jen_uk]

Hi,
realised Ive never posted here so thought I had better now.

My name is Jen (obviously!) and Im 26, Im married to Alex (23, will be 24 in WDW!) and we have a 2 yr old Jack Russell called....Jack!

Ive been to Disney twice before with my first husband (yes Im 26 and have been married twice!) and this will be my first trip with Alex who has no idea at all what WDW is like so hes in for a real shock!

Ive always stayed at All Star Movies and Im very excited about returning there in November.

I currently work as a researcher but in October I will be returing to uni to do a PGCE post comp and will also be working as a psychology lecturer.

And thats enough about me..... :)

[KayleeUK]

Hi Larry - Welcome to the DIS :wave: Not long until your trip now :)

Tink78 - Good to see you joining in this one :)

Hi Mitch Welcome to the DIS :wave: Had to remove the link for your villa as per the DIS Guidelines.

Hi Jen November is a great time of year to go - look out for the Food and Wine Festival :)

[stevechase]

Hi all

My name is Steve Chase, I am married (for 12 years in Oct 05) to Jacqui (together for 17.5 in total). We have Bethany who is 8, Ellie just gone 6 and Joshua who is 1.5. We live in Stourbridge in the Black Country and I work for a small software supplier in Wolverhampton, Jac works for Travelodge.

Jac and I went to Florida for the first time in Sept 1989, in fact I found our park tickets a few weeks back, how time flies. We went back again with the girls in April 02, on site at ASM for nearly 3 weeks, the drive back from Gatwick was awful after the most fantastic hols ever. We are going back in April next year, hopefully flying to NY and then a weeks drive down.

In 2 weeks we are off to Cuba for 3 weeks, I have to meet Fidel before he slips off this mortal coil and enjoy a rum and a cuban cigar with him.

Found this site, cant remember, but hi to all.

Steve, Jac, Beth, Ellie and Josh

[KayleeUK]

Hi Steve :)

Good to have you with us.

[FizzyPop]

Hi :)

Im Sharon, I live in Kent but originally from Norfolk, I have 4 children, a dog, a parrot and 2 tortoises. I have been to WDW twice first time was in '02' and then again in '03' We had one week of our holiday at WDW then our DS of 17 weeks at the time got ill and was airlifted to Miami :( so we had 7 weeks in Miami. I will tell you the full story one day :) Quite a shocking story.....
We are off to WDW next month :) and we cant wait :)



Sharon

[KayleeUK]

Hi Sharon

Welcome to the DIS :wave: I hope this holiday is better that the last ;)

[jessie 33]

hi im Tracey,

I am 33 and live with my DH who is 36, DD who is 9 (but will be 10 while we are in disney this year) and DS who is 6.

We are going on our first holiday to Disney as a family 22/8/2005 to 10/9/2005.
My DH and i have been twice before in 1992 and 1993.

Can't wait now only 14 days to go.

Jessie 33 over and out :cool1:

[KayleeUK]

Jessie :) Welcome to the DIS :wave:

[wilma-bride]

I'm Joh, 32, and I'm married to Gary. We live with our son, Daniel, who is nearly 3 and our cat Ollie. Soon to join us will be my daughters, Sian (12) and Rhiannon (11), from my first marriage.

We have been to Florida once (for our honeymoon in September 04) and are going back this year for a week. Hoping to persuade my DH to book for next year, for our first family trip.

Enjoyed getting to know you all a bit better (it's just taken me ages to wade through this thread :rotfl: )

Joh

[KayleeUK]

Welcome Joh :wave:

[mushumadness]

You know I just realised I never posted on here so here goes

Im Anna and Im 23. Im from west yorkshire (wakefield / barnsley border). I have a dbf called Chris (whos 26), we kinda live at my parents.

This year is my 18th trip to wdw and chris's fourth. Cant wait to go!

Fave park has to be MGM as I love the Osbourne lights!

[Kernow_Clan]

Hi All

My name is Adrian and I am 34, I have a fantastic wife, Mandy who is 31, and 3 wonderful children: Chelsea who is 10 (and don't we know it ), Kyle who is 8 and an absolute star, and Lauren who is 6 and the female equivalent of Damien[OMEN]-But absolutely adorable!!!

Our 2 eldest both have Cerebral Palsy, Chelsea has difficulty walking long distances, whereas Kyle is able to walk with the assistance of a frame or sticks.

We have yet to visit DLP, I am going to surprise them with a post-xmas holiday this year.

I think DLF will have to wait until Lauren is a couple of years older.

I hope to learn loads from you all prior to going on our first trip, I am sure the first of many

Ade