VWL Groupies...yes, we love the Lodge!!

[twinklebug]

I have tried to get her to go for walks. I try to go every day and usually do about 5 miles. It does so much good. We even have a nice trail behind our house. I talked to my brother and he said they pay $52 a month per person for their Y membership. Unfortunately that is a bit steep for us at this time. I have been doing some research but haven't found anything yet. Oh and by the way I was thinking of doing the class with her but I don't know if I'll be able to! I think I'd have to see a chiropractor afterward!

See if your town Park & Rec runs any classes. Those are usually much more affordable than joining a gym, and sometimes they use the same facilities.

 

[eliza61]

Need some advice. I was thinking of getting my daughter into yoga to hopefully help out with her stress and migraines. This is something I am not at all familiar with. I can't really afford anything that is too much but I really want to do what I can to help her. Any advice?

DIL, do you have a planet fitness near you. It's a no contract gym and it's only 10 bucks a month. I really enjoy the one near me. The equipment is well kept and seems to be the latest stuff. Downside is that the personal trainers cost extra... so it's really a exercise on your own type of deal.
But they have tons of recumbent bikes, ellipiticals, treadmills, stair climbers etc. So for me, its a life saver for stress relief.

 

[rfassett]

I have tried to get her to go for walks. I try to go every day and usually do about 5 miles. It does so much good. We even have a nice trail behind our house. I talked to my brother and he said they pay $52 a month per person for their Y membership. Unfortunately that is a bit steep for us at this time. I have been doing some research but haven't found anything yet. Oh and by the way I was thinking of doing the class with her but I don't know if I'll be able to! I think I'd have to see a chiropractor afterward!

DLI - maybe you said and I missed it, but how old is your daughter? A couple of things come to mind. Five miles may be a much too large of a bite for her. Think baby steps and build. Walking is a very good think but like with any exercise, it is better to start slower and build. Also, check with churches and/or community colleges and the like - they often have low cost programs at different times.

 

[rfassett]

So our DS is heading back to WDW on Monday. After we got back last week he got online and applied for a job at Disney. They invited him in for an interview. I tried to get him into the Lodge but there was no room at the inn. I was able to get him a studio at SSR. We have never stayed there. He will be there Monday through Wednesday. Anything he should be on the lookout for? Thanks!

 

[Muushka]

Nothing comes to mind for him to look out for, but best wishes for securing a job at Disney! What kind of job is he applying for?

 

[rfassett]

Nothing comes to mind for him to look out for, but best wishes for securing a job at Disney! What kind of job is he applying for?

Thanks! He is applying for a front line entry level position. His passion is entertaining. He graduated from the musical theatre department of a performing arts high school before heading off to NYC to study acting for two years. Truly he loves acting and during our recent trip to WDW I did not miss an opportunity to point out to him that every cast member there is an entertainer. Ideally he would prefer stage work, but first things first. His opportunities to do what he loves is extremely limited in Podunk, USA where we live. So just getting into that arena will help his mental state of mind tremendously. Pays not great, but it is honest work and he can have a lot of fun. Cost of living is higher than Podunk, but not nearly as high as NYC. So we have our fingers crossed.

 

[Muushka]

So we too will have our fingers crossed.

Let us hear how he does!

 

[twinklebug]

Thanks! He is applying for a front line entry level position. His passion is entertaining. He graduated from the musical theatre department of a performing arts high school before heading off to NYC to study acting for two years. Truly he loves acting and during our recent trip to WDW I did not miss an opportunity to point out to him that every cast member there is an entertainer. Ideally he would prefer stage work, but first things first. His opportunities to do what he loves is extremely limited in Podunk, USA where we live. So just getting into that arena will help his mental state of mind tremendously. Pays not great, but it is honest work and he can have a lot of fun. Cost of living is higher than Podunk, but not nearly as high as NYC. So we have our fingers crossed.

Wishing your son a great set of interviews and audition!

You're right, the pay is not great at entry level, but just being able to put "Disney" on the resume is worth gold. Plus, for someone who truly loves creating the show & magic for the guests, there is no better company to learn from.

 

[MiaSRN62]

So our DS is heading back to WDW on Monday. After we got back last week he got online and applied for a job at Disney. They invited him in for an interview. I tried to get him into the Lodge but there was no room at the inn. I was able to get him a studio at SSR. We have never stayed there. He will be there Monday through Wednesday. Anything he should be on the lookout for? Thanks!

OMG...this is fantastic !!! All the best to him !!!! Keep us posted

 

[Granny]

Just stopping by to thank all our current and retired members of the Armed Forces for their service to our nation. And a thanks to their families who provide so much support for them, and therefore for us.

 

[MiaSRN62]

Just stopping by to thank all our current and retired members of the Armed Forces for their service to our nation. And a thanks to their families who provide so much support for them, and therefore for us.

I second Granny's sentiments. Thank you to our Vets !

Oh & off topic---tommorrow is 30 days till I'm in WDW !!!!

 

[blossomz]

Me too!! Thank you to all of our vets!

 

[jimmytammy]

A debt of gratitude to our veterans and their families for allowing us to still live in a free nation

 

[Granny]

Oh & off topic---tommorrow is 30 days till I'm in WDW !!!!

Maria...that is right ON TOPIC!!

Looking forward to reports of WDW, Groupie meets and of course, more pix of our beloved WL!

 

[rfassett]

I echo the comments about our veterans and their families.

 

[Muushka]

yes, thank you to all of our veterans. Thank you for your service to our country.

And 4 weeks from tonight, Groupie Meet #1!

 

[MiaSRN62]

yes, thank you to all of our veterans. Thank you for your service to our country.

And 4 weeks from tonight, Groupie Meet #1!

How many meets are there Muushka ? I know I'd like to be in one of them

 

[MiaSRN62]

Maria...that is right ON TOPIC!!

Looking forward to reports of WDW, Groupie meets and of course, more pix of our beloved WL!

So here's the list from Page 1 of Groupies that will be there when I am. Though I'm gonna miss Ink Our flight lands at 8 pm on the 12th. Has anyone heard from Ink recently ?

jimmytammy 3-14 OKW
Inkmahm/Dynaguy 8-12 VWL
DiznyDi/DiznyDad 7-15 VWL
horselover 19-27 VWL
keliblue 9-15 VWL 10th Anniversary
Muushka 9-14 VWL Celebrity cruise 15-29
MiaSRN62 12-15 Dolphin 17-19 OKW

Oh....and keeper-of-the-list.....I was able to find an opening on the DVC site this morning and switched OKW for Jambo for Dec 17-19
Getting EXCITED

 

[twokats]

My husband and my son say you are welcome!
Our church did a big thing this morning in recognition of all the vets. I think my husband was the youngest one there and we had one that was a WWII vet (she is the mother of another of our praise team members).

I wish Kati and I could have worked in another trip in Dec this year, but we will just have to be content to wait til next year.

We did a little more car shopping Friday at another GMC dealership and found another Impala just like the one in Greenville (just with 6000 more miles). I also looked at a new Malibu.

We are going to a Toyota dealership Tuesday to check on a Camry.
Camry seems to be Consumer Reports car of choice. Nissan Altima looks to be #2.

They called me Friday and informed me the Monte Carlo was a total loss, but it will be around Tuesday before I know how much the settlement will be.

 

[twinklebug]

So here's the list from Page 1 of Groupies that will be there when I am. Though I'm gonna miss Ink Our flight lands at 8 pm on the 12th. Has anyone heard from Ink recently ?

jimmytammy 3-14 OKW
Inkmahm/Dynaguy 8-12 VWL
DiznyDi/DiznyDad 7-15 VWL
horselover 19-27 VWL
keliblue 9-15 VWL 10th Anniversary
Muushka 9-14 VWL Celebrity cruise 15-29
MiaSRN62 12-15 Dolphin 17-19 OKW

Oh....and keeper-of-the-list.....I was able to find an opening on the DVC site this morning and switched OKW for Jambo for Dec 17-19
Getting EXCITED

Excited for you all! Airfare is down and those APs in my pocket are burning a hole, but in the best interest of the family finances, and DD's finals I can't give into my Disney logic. So hard...

Just stopping by to thank all our current and retired members of the Armed Forces for their service to our nation. And a thanks to their families who provide so much support for them, and therefore for us.

Agree 100% Thank you to all veterans and current service men and their families The little town we live in lined the 'center' of town with full sized US flags.... about 80 of them. Made me cry. (Driving + Crying wile passing in front of the police station is not a great mix by the way LOL)

My husband and my son say you are welcome!
Our church did a big thing this morning in recognition of all the vets. I think my husband was the youngest one there and we had one that was a WWII vet (she is the mother of another of our praise team members).

I wish Kati and I could have worked in another trip in Dec this year, but we will just have to be content to wait til next year.

We did a little more car shopping Friday at another GMC dealership and found another Impala just like the one in Greenville (just with 6000 more miles). I also looked at a new Malibu.

We are going to a Toyota dealership Tuesday to check on a Camry.
Camry seems to be Consumer Reports car of choice. Nissan Altima looks to be #2.

They called me Friday and informed me the Monte Carlo was a total loss, but it will be around Tuesday before I know how much the settlement will be.

Glad to hear your still on the hunt for the right addition to the family. I don't understand folk who go into the first dealer and make the purchase right away. I mentioned before, I am partial to the Camry, but should point out the first time I test drove it I didn't like it as much as the Altima. It was the second test drive on a different day, different roads that won me over. Numbers can guide you, but go with your instinct for that final decision... and don't let them talk you into the baby blue car, unless that's what you're looking for