Hello Everyone! This is my first post EVER on Disboards! I found this section and thought it most appropriate to post here.
My son was diagnosed with Leukemia in February of 2010. He was 5 at the time. Treatment for Leukemia is very LOOOONG and drawn out - but I am happy to say that in April of 2013 (this year) he will complete his chemotherapy regimen and will be able to see the doctor less frequently!! WE ARE SO EXCITED!!
In celebration of his great feat - we are planning a week long DisneyWorld trip!!! This is why I have come to the disboards.... I am seeking "help". I have the details all figured out -- but I would REALLY like to introduce him to the "Pin Trading" phenomenon by getting him his FIRST pin -- and present it to him the morning before we leave for Disney.
While researching, I found a website called Disneypins.com. I did a search for a "doctor mickey" pin (since I thought this would be a most appropriate pin to receive at this momentous time!) I found a "Doctors Day 2013" pin scheduled to be released in DISNEYLAND Parks on February 28, 2013. It is a limited edition pin so I am not able to order it from merchandise guest services until 30 days after it has been released (which I fear may be too late and it will be sold out.)
So my question to the community is this: Is there anyone that frequently visits Disneyland that will be visiting during the release date of this pin, and would be willing to purchase and ship it to me? (Advance payment from me of course)...??
I thank you in advance for your time in reading this post and hope that outside of my request, my sons story may bring hope to those in similar situations. He is a survivor and the medical advancements of our time are miraculous gifts to anyone experiencing cancer and/or disease. <3 Best of luck to all who are experiencing a loss or a momentary break in spirit. In the end it will all work out just as planned. <3
My son was diagnosed with Leukemia in February of 2010. He was 5 at the time. Treatment for Leukemia is very LOOOONG and drawn out - but I am happy to say that in April of 2013 (this year) he will complete his chemotherapy regimen and will be able to see the doctor less frequently!! WE ARE SO EXCITED!!
In celebration of his great feat - we are planning a week long DisneyWorld trip!!! This is why I have come to the disboards.... I am seeking "help". I have the details all figured out -- but I would REALLY like to introduce him to the "Pin Trading" phenomenon by getting him his FIRST pin -- and present it to him the morning before we leave for Disney.
While researching, I found a website called Disneypins.com. I did a search for a "doctor mickey" pin (since I thought this would be a most appropriate pin to receive at this momentous time!) I found a "Doctors Day 2013" pin scheduled to be released in DISNEYLAND Parks on February 28, 2013. It is a limited edition pin so I am not able to order it from merchandise guest services until 30 days after it has been released (which I fear may be too late and it will be sold out.)
So my question to the community is this: Is there anyone that frequently visits Disneyland that will be visiting during the release date of this pin, and would be willing to purchase and ship it to me? (Advance payment from me of course)...??
I thank you in advance for your time in reading this post and hope that outside of my request, my sons story may bring hope to those in similar situations. He is a survivor and the medical advancements of our time are miraculous gifts to anyone experiencing cancer and/or disease. <3 Best of luck to all who are experiencing a loss or a momentary break in spirit. In the end it will all work out just as planned. <3
, how about the trip planning boards? There you may find someone going at that time.
for your son finishing treatment! My daughter was diagnosed with Leukemia April '12, so we finish up in Oct '14. We'll definitely be planning a huge trip once she's done! It really is a loooooooong road.
HAVE FUUUNN! I know we did!
Thank you for your help, and yes: we are SUPER excited!
We've been taking high dose methotrexate for about 2 years and it makes him soo tired, so I can't even imagine what your son has been through. Our doc said we can stop methotrexate before our trip if we get back great bloodwork!!! Fingers crossed. My son has son exposure restrictions so we got a letter from our doctor and supposedly Disney assures me that if we show our letter at guest services in the park we will get special passes so we don't wait in line on our day at the park. My sons condition also causes extreme fatigue at times as well so the passes will be helpful. I thought the pass info might be helpful for you depending on how much better your son feels by the trip? I am going to look into getting the doctor mickey pin too!!! Good luck and I will pray for complete and speedy recovery 
Would have been nice though!
