Bless your heart
The kids break my heart, I miss them so much....it's all for a good reason...and I am almost done training and will be on my own with a normal (for me) schedule
Good Morning All!!! College would be nice!!! I've thought about high school, but I'm very comfortable where I am....been at the same school for 10 years, so it's kind of like family. Plus DS12 is there with me and the two youngest are next door at the elementary school....guess I'm staying put for a whileSo glad to see you, Shelia!!
Sorry about Bella. It's never easy watching our pets go through so much. You're kidding??!! More snow?! Crazy, isn't it??!! Y'all need some warm weather for sure!!! Think Disney!!!!! We've considered staying at CBR just to see what it's all about. The bus situation isn't sounding too promising, though
Excellent news!!! Light crowds!!! Glad things are going well!!!!
Y'all will have a blast! You're right about the New Year's crowds....
Way busy!!! The decorations are out of this world beautiful! You won't be sorry that you experienced Disney at Christmas.
NOT tacky at all!!! We did the same thing when my sister's family went on a cruise with us....we went down several days before and enjoyed our time at the AKL CL. Give them the option of joining....if they can't, they can't
and lots of Disney planning on my part! Woohoo!
College would be nice!!! I've thought about high school, but I'm very comfortable where I am....been at the same school for 10 years, so it's kind of like family. Plus DS12 is there with me and the two youngest are next door at the elementary school....guess I'm staying put for a while
Oh wow!! More snow!!! Positive thoughts of Disney will always make things better
I am looking at May...what is wrong with me...all this snow
apparently I cannot wait too long between trips anymore either. 
His name is Travis Gerrits...give a cheer for him!
HUGE shout out to the GF IPO!!!!! As you know, I was worried about handing over my reservations to them as I am too much of a control freak. ADR day is today and woke up to find I got all of my reservations, including 'Ohana and Be Our guest and opening at crystal Palace...all for the exact times I asked for!!!!
GF IPO rocks!!!!
Our ADR's are:
8/17/14 - Via Napoli (12:45 pm)
8/18/14 - 'Ohana (5 pm)
8/20/14 - Narcoosee's (5:30 pm)
8/22/14 - Crystal Palace (8:00 am)
8/23/14 - Hoop de Doo Review (6:15 pm)
8/24/14 - Be Our Guest (7 pm)
8/26/14 - Grand Floridian Cafe (10:50 am)
So excited!!!!
That's great!! Now you can relax!
I am looking at May...what is wrong with me...all this snow
Think warm Florida sunshine!!! Like my hubby always told me when I was in grad school, it's a means to an end....it's not forever. You'll be finished before you know it. Don't beat yourself up about it. If you ever need any moral support, call me! I know what you're going through....been there, done that 
So we have had freezing rain since 5:30 this morning here and the roads are ice. Did we cancel school though? No, of course not...so I have half of my 1st hour right now and since they called the city buses off the roads, not thinking I will have a full class all day. Movie day!
We're out for President's Day. At least it's a movie day for youWe have a holiday here today....Family Day so we are all home! So exciting! We are watching the Ski Aerials at the Olympics and an athlete from our hometown of Milton just made it into the finals!!
Also, DH finally put up our Boston video from last July so if anyone would like to have a look let me know and I will PM you the link.
Jen
GO CANADA!!!!! That's exciting for y'all.
Your family is adorable!
So sick of snow here too BOO, hubbys can be a tough sell..accentuate the savings Krystal!!Koh1977 said:So we have had freezing rain since 5:30 this morning here and the roads are ice. Did we cancel school though? No, of course not...so I have half of my 1st hour right now and since they called the city buses off the roads, not thinking I will have a full class all day. Movie day!
I actually like the Alligator Bayou side of POR and love the idea of the Murphy bed for DD so she can have her own bed instead of sharing with DS. LOVE all the trees, especially the Spanish moss hanging down, etc. I'm thinking I could sell POR to DH because of all the shade (since the sun is brutal in the summer)! I need to do some more Disney math so I can tell him the savings (and potential savings with the possible discount). Without the discount I think it's about the same (plus we get an extra day!) Haven't decided if I should propose 2 extra days or not...WITH the discount, the 2 extra days would be the same as now...but I don't want to push it with DH since I'm lucky he went along with the trip to begin with!
Have a great Monday, everyone!
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awww enjoy your dayjennyjinx3 said:Heather: What a great set up with your school and the kids! And I agree, I have been at my job (which was part time since high school) for 25 years this year and everyone there is like family.
And yes to Disney dreaming....too much snow this year!!
Jeanette: I can't blame you for looking at May,
So sorry you are missing your kiddies, but wow you are awesome!! It will all be worth it soon right??
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We have a holiday here today....Family Day so we are all home! So exciting! We are watching the Ski Aerials at the Olympics and an athlete from our hometown of Milton just made it into the finals!!
Also, DH finally put up our Boston video from last July so if anyone would like to have a look let me know and I will PM you the link.
Much love and hugs to everyone!
Jen
congratulations!!Mousemommy1 said:HUGE shout out to the GF IPO!!!!! As you know, I was worried about handing over my reservations to them as I am too much of a control freak. ADR day is today and woke up to find I got all of my reservations, including 'Ohana and Be Our guest and opening at crystal Palace...all for the exact times I asked for!!!!
GF IPO rocks!!!!
Our ADR's are:
8/17/14 - Via Napoli (12:45 pm)
8/18/14 - 'Ohana (5 pm)
8/20/14 - Narcoosee's (5:30 pm)
8/22/14 - Crystal Palace (8:00 am)
8/23/14 - Hoop de Doo Review (6:15 pm)
8/24/14 - Be Our Guest (7 pm)
8/26/14 - Grand Floridian Cafe (10:50 am)
So excited!!!!
Thank-you Heatherhstrickland said:Nothing is wrong with you....Disney keeps you sane
You got this!!!!
I know you totally get it. One week at a time LOL. Last week threw me off..that said I have 96/98 averages in my two classes. And I have been invited to join Sigma Theta Tau- The nurses honor society. So I'll get a cool golden lanyard with my gown. I think I can...I think I can...Disney is totally my happy place. And if all goes well a trip to Jacksonville for graduation in January will be in order!!!
I have never done any switching like this before. We are leaving tomorrow morning. I called today and changed our resort from Caribbean Beach to Wilderness Lodge. I could not bear the thought of NOT being at WL. And I got quite lucky as annual passholder rates were still available. Definitely happier now...
I have never done any switching like this before.
We are leaving tomorrow morning.
I called today and changed our resort from Caribbean Beach to Wilderness Lodge.
I could not bear the thought of NOT being at WL. And I got quite lucky as annual passholder rates were still available.
Definitely happier now...
I have never done any switching like this before.
We are leaving tomorrow morning.
I called today and changed our resort from Caribbean Beach to Wilderness Lodge.
I could not bear the thought of NOT being at WL. And I got quite lucky as annual passholder rates were still available.
Definitely happier now...
Just popping in to say hello
and !!! You can do this!!!I LOVED subbing in DD's school last year! Not only did it put me close to her for kindergarten but her teachers got to know me better. It's got to be such a relief to know your kids are nearby and you can be there for them in a heartbeat.Good Morning All!!!
College would be nice!!! I've thought about high school, but I'm very comfortable where I am....been at the same school for 10 years, so it's kind of like family. Plus DS12 is there with me and the two youngest are next door at the elementary school....guess I'm staying put for a while
And just wait to all 3 of your kids are doing different after school activities
Y'all will have a blast! You're right about the New Year's crowds....
NOT tacky at all!!! We did the same thing when my sister's family went on a cruise with us....we went down several days before and enjoyed our time at the AKL CL. Give them the option of joining....if they can't, they can't
So we have had freezing rain since 5:30 this morning here and the roads are ice. Did we cancel school though? No, of course not...so I have half of my 1st hour right now and since they called the city buses off the roads, not thinking I will have a full class all day. Movie day!
I actually like the Alligator Bayou side of POR and love the idea of the Murphy bed for DD so she can have her own bed instead of sharing with DS. LOVE all the trees, especially the Spanish moss hanging down, etc. I'm thinking I could sell POR to DH because of all the shade (since the sun is brutal in the summer)! I need to do some more Disney math so I can tell him the savings (and potential savings with the possible discount). Without the discount I think it's about the same (plus we get an extra day!) Haven't decided if I should propose 2 extra days or not...WITH the discount, the 2 extra days would be the same as now...but I don't want to push it with DH since I'm lucky he went along with the trip to begin with!
Have a great Monday, everyone!
HUGE shout out to the GF IPO!!!!! As you know, I was worried about handing over my reservations to them as I am too much of a control freak. ADR day is today and woke up to find I got all of my reservations, including 'Ohana and Be Our guest and opening at crystal Palace...all for the exact times I asked for!!!!
Thank-you Heather
to all the awesome students!I heard there are new mugs!!!
I have never done any switching like this before.
We are leaving tomorrow morning.
I called today and changed our resort from Caribbean Beach to Wilderness Lodge.
I could not bear the thought of NOT being at WL. And I got quite lucky as annual passholder rates were still available.
Definitely happier now...
What a way to start with a bang! Have a great trip!!!
to everyone and Happy Monday! Stay warm!
OOOOOOOooooooooooOOOOoooooo an AP!!! NICE!
I'm getting an AP!!!
We did the math and it's $50 more for me to get an AP than to buy the tickets needed for our two trips... and with the AP we can get TiW which will come in VERY handy for the trips.
That's the only change I have now, though I did touch base with the TA who helped me with rates for December to see if she can do anything better for September. We shall see!!!
And thank you 
I actually got teary eyed coming out of MK last night, I really wish we had another week.
And thankful that your DD's are helping your grandmother focus and remember. My mom has my DS Paul on her brain alot. Looking forward to when he can visit with her.HUGS to all of you with ailing parents or parents with health issues. I feel for you, and them. I know we will all be there one day, but what a hard thing to go through.
And a super big HI and I MISS YOU to everyone here!!
Janet... sorry to hear about your mom, too. Sounds like you are trying to look at things from a positive perspective and remember all the good times. Parents getting older is a scary thing because most of us are there or close to it.
Tomorrow, we are "leaving Dodge" for Daytona for the Saturday night race. On the way, we are taking Mom to GF Cafe for Valentine's Day lunch, and a spin around her favorite monorail to her favorite resort, CR, for a little shopping and Castle eye candy. Then a relaxing evening at Daytona, and Fan Zone at the track before the race Saturday. Company will be in town all next week. So, next time you hear from me I will be a certified MAD WOMAN with juggling all the work that will be awaiting my return and my visitors needs.
(funny you had me thinking of CandyLand when I read this!! ). :
I noticed your ticker, you're going to POR, right? That is a really nice mod. It has a great resort feel, it's very green, lots of lush gardens. I also love their gift shop. I nearly always try to zip over there when we're at WDW. I think it's one of the best on property.
Great pools, good food...and beignets just down the path, you're going to have a wonderful time!!!
This is a classic RC strategy. Switch to a cheaper resort with the purpose of "adding nights for the same or cheaper price" and then end up with the longer stay in a deluxe resort.
Happy Be-lated Valentine Greetings To All!
I am so far behind not sure I will ever catch up
Been dreaming about another trip but not knowing what the future holds do to Bella's condition which is the same. I can not wait for nice weather so that we can get a bit more aggressive with her and hopefully able to venture outside with her.
We are considering getting her a Doggie wheelchair if the traction socks, sling and rear leg lift do not work.
Waiting on another storm later today another 2-4 inches and then there is one coming Mon into Tues and guess who has a Dr Appt for Tues. I tried to call to cancel yesterday but the office was closed due to the snow
Hope everyone is well
