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[CHEK]

No he's not in a bad mood!, he's far too nice for that . Our next trip start's on the 31st May for 14 Nights staying off site in a villa with our 2 DD's 8 & 6 , and my Parents . Can't wait this will be our 4th trip in the 5yrs, much more excited this year though, maybe it's because the children are that bit older?.

 

[Disneyland_Mama]

Mmmm... shopping... in WDW... at DTD... Just the thought of it makes me all warm and fuzzy!
We really missed out on DTD last time. I'm absolutely going to spend a whole day there. I love your pics and how your kids seem to been such good friends! It's very sweet.
Loved the video... who's playing Shakira? I was shaking my groove thing watching the footage!

 

[DebIreland]

Michelle,

I thoroughly enjoyed catching up with your TR. You're doing a fantastic job!! That panoramic view from your BWV room was incredible!! And the Christmas tree. Now I want to go back there at Christmas.

As for Downtown Disney, we absolutely love it there and spent hours there on both our trips. I feel bad that we never made it to the Art of Disney store though as both my boys, but especially my 10yo, would love it. We always seemed to run out of time. But there'll be a next time! I did make it to the Christmas shop and loved it!!

Keep up the great work. Looking foward to more.

 

[Sooze]

Still loving your report! I'm so jealous of your length of stay. Can't wait to stay more than four days and see what it's like to be able to relax once in a while!

Thanks for posting all of your amazing pics and video.

BTW, just reserved a one BR villa at the Boardwalk for Labor Day weekend. It will be our first time staying there. You have certainly made me even more excited to go with all of your rave reviews!

 

[mikamah]

Another great installment. The videos are awesome. Downtown disney is beautiful. I wish we had spent more time there. My son got the stomach bug on the day we were going there, he never made it there this trip. I got a quick trip in one night, and it wasn't enough. First on my sons list for our next trip is Goofy's candy shop. He loved your pics too. Can't wait for more.

 

[sharonW]

Thanks for your kind words michelle. They are much appreciated!
The baby is due march 8 which is my dh birthday. What a wonderful
birthday gift if she is born on that very day! This baby is the one
bright star in our lives and we are so looking forward to her arrival.
I'll be checking back often for more on your trip! By the way, you
have a great family! Am loving the pictures as well as the videos.

 

[mindystar]

How much fun to go shopping in WDW--and getting to buy whatever I loved getting to see the tree dressed up in games. My sister took a picture of a tree made of cuties just for me, but somehow they can't locate the pic on her camera I *guess* I'll just have to wait to see it all for myself when we go down in December
Thanks for another installment! I've never been to AK at night either, maybe we'll try it our next trip.

 

[I'mNoPrince]

Hey Michelle

Jordan didn't get that new JackSkellington figure that I saw around the different places. The one where he is dressed in the torn Santa Suit on top of the tombstone.

I was so close to buying it so many times and had to instist that Tara didn't talk DW into getting it for me.

Still enjoying the report You guys did get alot in and always look so happy in all the Pics.

Here's my other guess. After reading your hint is it a Beauty and the Beast painting.

 

[PrincessV]

GET OUT - you can builf your own lightsaber now???!!! I may have to re-work the my May itinerary now to include DTD

Another great post Michelle

 

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[Bee]

DING! DING! DING! We have a winner! Yes, we bought Jordan a John Alvin Giclée of Beauty and the Beast! John Alvin is a very famous artist who has done movie posters for Star Wars, Indiana Jones, Lord of the Rings, and several Disney movies, to name a few. Some of his most recent works include the three paintings of Disney's Pirates of the Caribbean. (I think the Jack Sparrow one might be sold out already.) Anyway, we love his work. Jordan did a AP Art Class report on him last year, and she's been hooked ever since.

Another reason we wanted to buy this for her, is because she had to make some tough decisions about college. You see, Jordan is an artist. She draws as well as she takes pictures. She has been in art classes throughout school, and has been in several art shows. Up until this year she was planning on going to an art school for college. Somewhere along the line, she honestly evaluated her future, and came to the realization that she wasn't cut out for the daily competition and 'creativity on demand' that a career in art would entail. She does not work well under pressure of a deadline, and she's too sweet to be super competitive. To make a long story short (oops, too late!) she decided to go to college and get her MBA in Business Marketing or Management, and be an artist on the side, on her own terms. I support her decision, but it also makes me sad that my baby has really grown up and has had to give up one of her dreams. Sooooo, I wanted to get her something really special for her graduation, and this was it!

Thanks for playing along! I'm glad I didn't have to wait until the end of the TR to post these pictures! LOL! I'm terrible at keeping a secret!

-Michelle

BEAUTIFUL!!!!!

 

[silverangel879]

First of all, IT IS AN AMAZING PAINTING... It's really very special...About the dreams I think is better as a Hobby....she can really enjoy it and as you said in her own terms...So Good LUCK!

Thanks for the info about the crocs. It's the same price that on the web page but without the S/H ...so, I'll wait until arriving...

Thank you for sharing your report...I'm really enjoying it

 

[oybolshoi]

All caught up again...I can't wait to get home and watch your video from the Grand cruise....I'd love to do that some day.

Your gift to your oldest daughter was lovely, by the way.

 

[Alyssa88]

OMG- That painting is gorgeous!!

I love your report, videos, pictures and great writing, what more more could a girl ask for??

 

[Becky521]

Wow what a great gift for Jordan. I know what you mean about watching your baby make tough decisions. Kalyn made a few too, but at least you can take credit for raising such a responsible kid

I can't believe you waited until day 7 to go to DD. That's an arrival day activity for us. Good self control! I totally understand the World of Disney feeling. It is so overwhelming. I go in with a plan (after all I'm a Diser right?) and I come out and see things everyone else bought and say where'd you get that? I didn't see that. Next trip I am taking a map of each room in with me!!

 

[KimAshton]

Subscribing. cannot wait to read more.

 

[ReneeDisney]

Oh! I almost forgot! I got my Disney Crocs!!! I was worried that they wouldn't get here in time, but they came on Friday! WooHoo!

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Your trip report is wonderful- thanks for sharing!
Quick question:Where did you get your Crocs? I love them-- THANKS!!!!

 

[KatGarcia]

You are the best mom ever! Not only do you support your daughter's dreams you understahnd her, and thats a rare and beautiful thing! And the painting was just gorgeous! And I LOVE the Barbie collection in the background too...i have a few nice ones myself and hope to make the colection grow someday. I am def hooked on your TR!