2011/2012 Reunion Cruise?

[BethC1952]

Congratulations Beth!

Congratulations to your family, Beth!

Beth, great news! Congrats.

Thank you! We're still in shock since this was not anticipated in any way!

Beth

 

[brack]

Beth: I just noticed that you are on the Dream one week before us! We're beginning to get excited about the new ship even if it is a short cruise for us.

 

[BethC1952]

Beth: I just noticed that you are on the Dream one week before us! We're beginning to get excited about the new ship even if it is a short cruise for us.

We really wanted the maiden voyage, but the timing just wasn't right. I can't wait to see the new ship! I'll take lots of pictures and post them as soon as we get back to WDW.

Since there was such a big change in our plans, I though briefly about changing to a seven night cruise, but decided not to give up the fun of the new ship.

Beth

 

[Pooh_Girl]

Beth-
What a wonderful surprise!!! Congratulations!!!!!

 

[BethC1952]

Beth-
What a wonderful surprise!!! Congratulations!!!!!

Thank you! We're finally starting to get used to the idea!

Beth

 

[TheTXTaylors5]

DDIL has been being tested recently for a variety of things because for the last month or so she's been exhausted and uncomfortable.

Well, now they have the answer--she's pregnant!

Congratulations!!!!!!

How exciting! Another little baby to love and spoil.

Jennifer

 

[BethC1952]

Congratulations!!!!!!

How exciting! Another little baby to love and spoil.

Jennifer

Thanks!

I look at it as another reason to buy more yarn and knitting/crocheting patterns!

Beht

 

[TheTXTaylors5]

I believe I mentioned before that our DISdog (JJ) has been having seizures for the past few months. Sadly, we had to put him to sleep this past Friday. Last week, he took a turn for the worst. He could hardly walk and yelped in pain randomly. So, we felt the only humane thing to do was to finally put him at peace. It was such a hard and painful decision to make. JJ has been such a great dog and part of our family. He was our fourth child. It just killed Bill and I to see him suffer. Hopefully, he will finally be at peace. It was hard on the children. But, the worst for Emily. She still doesn't go an hour without mentioning him. I know over time, she will get better and more at peace with our decision. She saw how much in pain he was and he was not the dog he was a few weeks ago. She surprised me by asking to swap some of his DNA off his water bowl to keep and bury in the backyard. So, he is always close to us. I thought that was sweet.

JJ was very loved by our Vet's office too. We boarded him there during every WDW trip and other trips. So, they got to know and love JJ. He was very sweet and gentle. They used to let him roam through the office in the back out of his cage. Everytime I would pick him up, they would tell me someone that came in with their own pet would inquire if JJ was up for adoption because he was friendly to everyone. He had that effect on people. I just couldn't take JJ to the Vet Friday morning. So, Bill was the one who ended up taking JJ in. He said everyone in the office was crying, including the Vet (which didn't help him any). I am glad JJ touched so many in his short life. He came to us from an abused home and could have easily been aggressive. But, he was a very special dog that appreciated our love and affection. He used to sit by my feet when I was on the computer. He would huddle under the desk where my feet go. Today, he isn't there. I miss you JJ ...

Jennifer

JJ our DISdog

 

[plutojudy]

Jennifer, I am sorry for your loss. It is very hard to say good-bye to our furry family members. I still miss our little guy and it is 15 years. We have a granddog now but still miss him.

 

[MrsMork]

Jennifer, our thoughts are with your family.

 

[BethC1952]

I'm so sorry to hear about JJ! I'm sure he's at peace now. It's so hard to watch them suffer when you can't explain to them what's wrong, and they can't tell you where it hurts.

Beth

 

[Pooh_Girl]

Jennifer I'm so sorry for your family's loss. I'm glad he's not in pain anymore. Koda was sick last week and it broke my heart that I didn't know what was wrong. It's amazing how attached we get to them in such a short time.

 

[JsMom2]

Oh Jennifer, I'm so sorry to hear about JJ. What you did was loving and compassionate.

I hope the kids feel better soon, hugs to all!

 

[TheTXTaylors5]

Thank you for all your posts about JJ.

It is weird not having him around. He would always greet us when we got home or snuggle in bed between Bill and I. He was like a fourth child. It has been a hard adjustment.

Thank you again!

Jennifer

 

[TheTXTaylors5]

We went to San Antonio this past weekend for my birthday. I have a friend and her family that live there. We went to breakfast on Sunday with them at this wonderful restaurant called The Magnolia Pancake Haus. It was yummy! I got into WDW mode and took a picture of my plate. Without knowing it at the time, I made a hidden Mickey ...

We got home fairly early Sunday night because Bill wanted to make me a special birthday dinner. Bill surprised me with a Belgian dinner. Wendy will appreciate this ...

Frites with Curry Ketchup

Croque Monsieur

It was all just as good as it looks. Bill worked very hard. I even had a Stella Artois to make the meal complete.

For my birthday cake, he made my annual ...

Birthday Cheesecake

Thank you Bill!!!!

Jennifer

 

[JsMom2]

Happy Birthday Jennifer!

Well done Bill!

The ABD trips for 2011 are out. I think we're going to try to do Australia in June. It'll be tricky, because we're moving next summer, and don't know where we'll be going. But one of the jobs I'm applying for is to be an ROTC Commander, and they have an opening in Denton Texas. So Jennifer and Bill we may be your neighbors next summer!

 

[brack]

Bill and Jennifer I send you lots of love today. I read about your "baby" and I know how much you hurt. I still shed tears everyday over our JoJo.

 

[TheTXTaylors5]

we're moving next summer, and don't know where we'll be going. But one of the jobs I'm applying for is to be an ROTC Commander, and they have an opening in Denton Texas. So Jennifer and Bill we may be your neighbors next summer!

That would be great!!!!! We live in Corinth, right next to Denton. Keep me posted!!!!

Jennifer

 

[Pooh_Girl]

Happy Belated Birthday Jennifer!!!!

 

[JoiseyMom]

Since you were all a part of the news about my grandtwins and all the things that went on before their arrival....

DDIL has been being tested recently for a variety of things because for the last month or so she's been exhausted and uncomfortable.

Well, now they have the answer--she's pregnant! This time they needed no outside help, and she had no idea that's what the answer was! The first test showed that she had an abnormal pregnancy, with no sign of a baby. However, this week's test and ultrasound showed a tiny "bean" and a heartbeat! It appears that all is well, it was just too early to see anything last week. Her due date is March 7, which means no Disney trip for them in February as had been planned. We'll still be taking out trip along with granddaughter Shannan. We're really looking forward to our first cruise on Dream!

Beth

Wow...CONGRATS!!!


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