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weHEARTmickey · 04-28-2009, 06:48 PM

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Originally Posted by DearDaisyinDurham

LOVE the picture! Thanks for the idea!

No problem! I posted this pic on another thread & it got all kinds of attention. Just wanted to share the love with you all! I did actually get nervous (after I posted it before) about some of the things in the pockets. Luckily, no feminine "stuff" showing.

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Originally Posted by meanmom121

Geez!

I bought a shoe organizer after reading the tips on this board and now I'm wondering if one is enough!

If you'll notice, I had several empty pockets. I keep NOTHING on the countertops. This would've free'd up a pocket or two.(I'm a germ-a-phobe & I don't like my hairbrushes, toothbrushes or ANYTHING on a hotel countertop.) So, you may have more room if you're not as OCD as me. We won't even talk about the fact that I carry my own sheets, blankets, & pillows.

meanmom121 · 04-28-2009, 07:27 PM

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Originally Posted by reservations4five

Actually it was from last year- you would think that being a nurse I would have thought of that LOL- I bought some new-But I think it was the combination being on blacktop and being in the water. We were at a car-wash for 6 hours. I did reapply. I am also the only one who got burnt.

I found some aloe with lidocaine, and my mam suggested vinegar compresses. I am feeling much better. Thanks!

Glad you're doing better

p.s. I'm a nurse too.

meanmom121 · 04-28-2009, 07:31 PM

QUESTION?
have any of you used a shower curtain as a privacy screen between the beds and the bathroom? We will be staying at POP and I need to know if I need a shower rod or a tension rod to fit across there because I don't know how wide it is. Any ideas?

Sweety_tweety · 04-28-2009, 08:07 PM

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Originally Posted by meanmom121

QUESTION?
have any of you used a shower curtain as a privacy screen between the beds and the bathroom? We will be staying at POP and I need to know if I need a shower rod or a tension rod to fit across there because I don't know how wide it is. Any ideas?

I like your shower curtain idea. We are staying at BC and looks like there is no kind of separation between the sink area and the room. The bathroom looks like it could be tight to get changed in.

weHEARTmickey · 04-28-2009, 08:11 PM

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Originally Posted by meanmom121

QUESTION?
have any of you used a shower curtain as a privacy screen between the beds and the bathroom? We will be staying at POP and I need to know if I need a shower rod or a tension rod to fit across there because I don't know how wide it is. Any ideas?

What a great idea! I think it would be the perfect width for a tension rod. Sept will be our first time to stay at POP, but if it's at all like ASMo, the rod will work! I can't wait to try it. (Not only for privacy, but for kinda keeping the bathroom lights off the beds at night.)

acourtwdw · 04-28-2009, 08:49 PM

The best thing ever for a sunburn is men's shaving cream with aloe. Just put it on the skin and let it absorb. It sounds crazy but it works. I know due to the fact that most of my family members have red hair and very fair skin.

3goofyboys · 04-28-2009, 09:09 PM

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Originally Posted by weHEARTmickey

We do too...Two, as a matter of fact! I couldn't travel without 'em.

I see many of you change up your BC pills to alter your period. My tubes are tied & I have no need for BC. Would a gyn give me BC just so I could avoid a vacation period? Would I suffer crazy, hormonal side effects?

I'm a total germ-freak & the diva-cup thing is not something I can stomach. (Not trying to offend anyone, it's just not an option for me.)

My husband had a vaso, so I have no need for BC either, but I'm on it because it regulates my AF. So I'd say yep, no problem!

weHEARTmickey · 04-28-2009, 09:47 PM

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Originally Posted by 3goofyboys

My husband had a vaso, so I have no need for BC either, but I'm on it because it regulates my AF. So I'd say yep, no problem!

Thanks! I'd never thought about BC until reading this thread. I just have a sneaking suspicion that mean ole bag is gonna show up during our trip! (Who would ever invite her to Disney, anyway?)

RocketCityMama · 04-29-2009, 09:18 AM

Great tips! Thanks for sharing ladies, I don't have much to add since it seems to be all here already!

danabalana · 04-29-2009, 12:38 PM

This thread is awesome. I love it. THANKS for all the great advice ladies.

I'm going in August with 5 other women and I'm gonna share all this great info with them. Yikes!!

5 women and one bathroom at the FW cabins.
Actually, I can't wait

meanmom121 · 04-29-2009, 03:43 PM

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Originally Posted by danabalana

This thread is awesome. I love it. THANKS for all the great advice ladies.

I'm going in August with 5 other women and I'm gonna share all this great info with them. Yikes!!

5 women and one bathroom at the FW cabins.
Actually, I can't wait

whew

five women, one bathroom. you are brave kemosabe

ckdsnynt · 04-29-2009, 03:50 PM

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Originally Posted by reservations4five

I am so glad to be of service

I use aerosol deoderant under the girls- but I am sure any would work. Roll on is too "wet" for me personally.

As for the BC pills- I asked my Dr. and she would. I had my tubes tied after my twins, because once you start having them 2 at a time for me it was time to STOP that train LOL. Any ways- she said that she would but she was concerned about blood clots. I was a smoker at the time. She wanted me to stop every 2 hours and walk. So I said forget it I would take my chances.

When I travel I am often mommy/coach. So I have to be prepared for just about everything known to man. I love my shoe organizers and tackle boxes...

Ok, now a question for all of you ladies. I got BURNT bad this weekend. I have never burned in my life- I am on HRT now that I had my hysterectomy, but anyways - I had on SPF 30 and I have freakin BLISTERS on my back I am burnt so bad. So give me the magic remedies for that

I use a product called Australian Gold. It is aloe vera with lanocain for the pain. It's a blue colored gel. It feels so good and cool going on. Works great. If you use it several times a day, you probably won't even peel.

Luv2Diz · 04-30-2009, 04:43 PM

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Originally Posted by jenharring

I use a solid roll on deo for under the ****s. Just what I prefer and goes on smooth. I dont use the gel ones for under my ****s, just the solid ones.

Never thought of this! Great tip!

Ddennis37 · 04-30-2009, 07:41 PM

Love the thread.

I have my niece french braid my hair all over the night before we leave. Because she braids it so tight, I can actually wash it while it's braided and I don't have to do anything to it the entire time. Talk about convenience!

I don't wear makeup at all so the only essentials I pack are plenty of underclothes, any feminine items and pain medication. I'm on BC too, but in all the years we've been taking trips I've never been on my cycle while on vacation. I think once or twice I was on my last day when we arrived. What's nice is all the walking really helped with cramps and what not. I haven't checked the dates yet but I definitely plan to regulate mine if I will be on it while there.

We've yet to do anything "fancy" or go to an upscale restaurant while on vacation so I don't pack any type of dress clothes or shoes. It's all about comfort for me.

scrapbookmom5174 · 05-01-2009, 10:59 PM

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Originally Posted by reservations4five

So tell me about Lush shampoo- also do you use any of the facial cleaners? I have ACNE- not the teenage kind, I have used everything under the sun...

I have developed acne a few years ago (I'm 40 now) and broke out summer after summer. I started buying Arbonne Acne system - wash, moisturizer, and toner and it has worked wonderfully. I barely break out now!!!

04-28-2009, 07:31 PM	#258
meanmom121 DIS Veteran Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: La Vernia Texas Posts: 689	QUESTION? have any of you used a shower curtain as a privacy screen between the beds and the bathroom? We will be staying at POP and I need to know if I need a shower rod or a tension rod to fit across there because I don't know how wide it is. Any ideas? __________________ meanmom121

04-28-2009, 08:49 PM	#261
acourtwdw DIS Veteran Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Lansing, Mi aka the Middle of the Mitten Posts: 3,419	The best thing ever for a sunburn is men's shaving cream with aloe. Just put it on the skin and let it absorb. It sounds crazy but it works. I know due to the fact that most of my family members have red hair and very fair skin. __________________ Over 50 trips since 1992 (We have lost count!) Places we've stayed at WDW:Carribean Beach, Animal Kingdom Lodge, All Star Movies, All Star Sports, All Star Music, Cornado Springs, Saratoga Springs, Boardwalk Villas, Old Key West, Beach Club Villas, Bay Lake Towers, Fort Wilderness Campground, Port Orleans, Dixie Landings Other Disney Properties:Hilton Head, Vero Beach, Disneyland Hotel, Disney Cruise Line 13x, Platinum, baby! (including the WBTA 2010 and Hawaii Oct 2012) and Disneyland Paris Feb 2012: 1 night at BCV and 3 night Dream cruise for my 42nd bday so I could celebrate like 2 21 year olds

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RocketCityMama Mouseketeer Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: N. Alabama Posts: 229	Great tips! Thanks for sharing ladies, I don't have much to add since it seems to be all here already! __________________ Frances My Blog 1990 ~1st Trip ~Off Property 1996 ~2nd Trip ~Shades of Green Dec 27-29, 2008 ~3rd Trip (DD1 & 2 & DH 1st trip)Coronado Springs May 22-29, 2009 ~4th Trip Coronado Springs ~~~Coming Soon May 2014!!! ~~~

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danabalana Mouseketeer Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Portland, OR Posts: 278	This thread is awesome. I love it. THANKS for all the great advice ladies. I'm going in August with 5 other women and I'm gonna share all this great info with them. Yikes!! 5 women and one bathroom at the FW cabins. Actually, I can't wait __________________

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04-30-2009, 07:41 PM	#269
Ddennis37 Mouseketeer Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Eastern Washington Posts: 76	Love the thread. I have my niece french braid my hair all over the night before we leave. Because she braids it so tight, I can actually wash it while it's braided and I don't have to do anything to it the entire time. Talk about convenience! I don't wear makeup at all so the only essentials I pack are plenty of underclothes, any feminine items and pain medication. I'm on BC too, but in all the years we've been taking trips I've never been on my cycle while on vacation. I think once or twice I was on my last day when we arrived. What's nice is all the walking really helped with cramps and what not. I haven't checked the dates yet but I definitely plan to regulate mine if I will be on it while there. We've yet to do anything "fancy" or go to an upscale restaurant while on vacation so I don't pack any type of dress clothes or shoes. It's all about comfort for me.