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[pas130]

I hope the Memorial went well.

It was nice Very pleased I went, I was rushed to get to work so I felt bad I didn't stay very long

I think...think August will be our trip And perhaps we will overlap with yours...early to say..and then there's my constant ch-ch-changing

 

[englishrose47]

It was nice Very pleased I went, I was rushed to get to work so I felt bad I didn't stay very long

I think...think August will be our trip And perhaps we will overlap with yours...early to say..and then there's my constant ch-ch-changing

No changing the Grannie Trip!!!!

 

[KatMark]

God is still in the healing business. Prayers are going up for this young child.

Thank you.

So sorry to hear this Kathy.. We will be praying for him.

Thank you.

Thank you.

Amen! Slackers...

Yes they were and they missed the best breakfast of the trip.

The Polynesian, or I'll eat one of Mark's goofy hats.

I'd like to see you try.

Excellent choice.

I thought so.

Did not. You sent the poor concierge out for Starbucks. Admit it.

Trust me...after the lack of sleep I thought of it.

That's not a bad problem to have, actually.

No, it wasn't...because we'd done so many other fun things prior toit.

Not very Christmas-y, is it? But I'm still jealous that you were there.

Nope, but I'll take that kind of Christmas any time over snow and cold.

Nice! But that means you're the lucky volunteer to be Tink during Wishes.

Over my dead body....I'd break the wire on top of it.

Oh no! Will definitely pay for him.

Thank you.

I've never had breakfast at Kona, but I loved my dinner there a couple of trips ago, so would definitely like to try it for breakfast. So you had coffee at El Centro and then had a whole pressed pot at Kona? Wow. -->

You must try it for breakfast, and we must try it for dinner. Coffee doesn't bother me...I can drink it at 8 p.m. and still sleep through the night.

sorry to hear kathy, prayers there way.

Thank you.

Prayers said ... and lots of healing pixiedust for the young man!

Thank you.

Praying for this young boy and his family.

Thanks.

Kona Cafe is another place on my list of places I need to try! I'm glad that you enjoyed it so much.

I love your MK photos. I don't think I've seen the photopass picture with the fairy wings before, it is so cute!!

We had one morning on our December trip that was really foggy like that. It is kind of eerie!

We've enjoyed Kona three years in a row now...it's really very good.

I'd never seen the fairy wings and glad I got them.

It is eerie...I felt like I was in front of the HM.

Prayers to the little boy and his family!

Thank you.

Oh that poor kid. My thoughts and prayers are with him and his family. Hopefully something will come through for him.

Thank you.

Saying a prayer for him and his family.

Thank you.

Sending good thoughts and prayers.

Thank you.

 

[KatMark]

Love the Mickey pics! Those are so cute! Mmmm nothing better than breakfast at Kona! Especially the coffee press!
I do love the castle pics with the fog - it looks very artistic.
Praying for the little man you asked prayer for -what a horrible situation.

Nothing better than great coffee and a great breakfast to start the day.

Thank you for the prayers.

Lifting him up right now.

Thank you.

The little boy and his family are in my prayers

Thank you.

Prayers for this young boy, his family, and those taking care of him.

Thank you.

((positive thoughts and healing wishes))

Thank you.

Sooooo far behind but all caught up now!!! Love all the Christmas decor. Makes me really want another Dec trip. You guys got some great PP pics. The meal at the Yachtman looked yummy. Will have to check the menu out. I m with Cynthia on the 6a wake up and 730 breakfast. I much prefer the "Ms Kathy runs for the coffee while Mary threatens the children with un pixie dust like things" to get them out of bed in the norning Hurray for airfare. I am workng on park days etc

You need to pop in more than once every couple of weeks. You and Jeff have to do Yachtsman some time. And I hope you know where I go for that coffee every morning at the Beach Club...my pleasure to do. Your kids are hard to get up, and hard to get to bed.

I was so happy with the airfare; I think I saved the PM with park days, but once I start the PTR you may have to send it to me again.

Many many prayers and pixie dust

Thank you.

Prayers and love to the young boy and his family!

Thank you so much.

thank goodness you have your page links on the first page! all caught up now!

love all the Osborne lights, can't wait to see them next year! can just picture you all dancing down the lane!

sorry you had issues again with the rude guests!

great photos of all the christmas trees and the one of you and Nicki kissing Mickey is so dang cute!

You were out of town on a special trip...very understandable.

You and Megan are going to love the lights.

Mickey is cute, so we had to kiss him.

 

[KatMark]

Prayers for the boy... Hopefully he'll get that transplant before it is too late.

Thank you.

Vacationing at the Coronado January 23-30.

Could someone, please, give me the driving directions from Orlando airport to the Coronado? We are renting a car for our stay.

To all ~ I am willing to find out anything you need to know - Coronado ?'s and otherwise...drop me a line here - I will answer ?'s via Ipad once I'm down there! (NYer here)

KatMark, I thoroughly enjoy your trip reports...I chose the CSR based on your stays! TY.

~Carol~

Carol; delighted to have you here.

I can't give you specific directions; but just follow the signs to Disney World and then watch the signs once on property. You'll want to go towards "Animal Kingdom" resorts.

I'm glad you enjoy my reports; and I'm so glad you are giving CSR a try. I hope you love it half as much as us.

The pics of us kissing Mickey are great! Love the ones on MS too. I remember when you took the wing picture, so glad it came out as great as it did!

I'm so pleased with how well our pictures turned out. We do look cute kissing Mickey, don't we? We gave the boys the chance for "equal time" by seeing the Princesses and they chose not to.

Can you believe it was a month ago since we were there....

No, I can't; and I'm counting down the days to our "hopeful" April trip...I miss you so much.

Prayers being sent, lets hope they are answered soon and this young man can get the liver transplant asap. Keep us posted on how its going.

Thank you.

First, Please know that my prayers began as soon as I read this, I am truly hurting for this family and all who know and love this child.

Thank you, Judy.

Now to much happier things. Kathy, I always knew you were an Angel; however, now you have the wings and picture to prove it! SO excited you have your girls trip on track, what fun you will have!

You are much too kind; but I did feel like an angel this particular trip for pulling off the surprise.

144 days until my girls trip (151 days to the wedding!).

Prayers for the young boy and his family.

Thank you.

Prayers and good wishes to that poor young man and his family...

Thank you.

I'm glad that you had such a lovely breakfast at Kona... and those pressed pots... Love them...

Great way to begin your MK time with a great photo with Mickey

Yes, I agree...those pressed pots are so good. Loved being able to see Mickey...just wish Minnie had been there too.

saying prayers for the young man and his family

Thank you.

 

[KatMark]

Oh my gosh it took me all week to get caught up again!

Your Osbourne light photos are just amazing. I hope to see that display one of these days. You don't happen to know when they start that display do you?

I'm not sure, but Tim would know.

You all accomplished a LOT in one day. I too am amazed that you stayed up for a late dinner, though from Nikki's report it was worth it.

It was definitely worth it.

Not surprised that the two "youngsters" slept in.

I'm not either.

That photo of Nikki & Todd in black and white is absolutely frameable Kathy. And I am sure you have a special frame for their photo too!!

Isn't that a great photo...I love it.

MK looks so colorful, even through the fog. Love it!

Yes, it is.

and this is just priceless:

as are these

--actually I think you need a digital frame so you can let these awesome photos rotate through!

I jused to have one of those and it broke. I should probably get another.

I LOVE the wings

Me too.

...and I SO want to see Tim with Wings!!!!

That would go right up there with his "whip" picture.

I do hope this child is able to get a transplant...I will keep him in my prayers, Kathy.

Thank you.

I'm so excited.

Prayers going up Kathy!!!They worked for my friends daughter so I have faith they will work for this young man!!

Thank you, Rosie.

I got behind....like way behind!! Sorry Kat!!!! BUT, love the Osbourne lights, missed them like crazy this year!! Got pictures from our friend of the view from our bench....of course that didn't help!! LOL I've never been to Yachtsman, is it good for steaks? My guys LOVE steak!!

Christie, the steaks at Yachtsman were the best steaks I've ever had at Disney...go for it.

Love the Mickey pics, the Goofy pics, and the Monorail pics. And can you believe I've NEVER had Kona for breakfast either? Heard loads about the tonga toast, but we always eat dinner there. Go figure! LOL I guess that's gonna hafta change here soon!! Love the updates, can't believe it was sooo foggy!! That's crazy! Miss that castle sight and everything!!

Thanks; you must rectify the Kona situation...it's so good. I couldn't believe how foggy it was either.

Score on the airfare...I'm looking at airfare for June to go see a friend's daughter graduate. Makes me feel completely old, cause we've known this child since she went into Kindergarten. Crazy how fast time flies!! I hope I don't get so backed up again....no promises tho! LOL

Time flies way too fast...I'm still having a hard time believing my baby will be married five months from tomorrow.

Keeping the young boy and his family in my prayers.

Thank you.

So happy for you that your time off got approved for June!

I'm happy too. And by the end of the day, I got my August time approved and my December time approved.

That is WONDERFUL!!!! How exciting!

Thanks, Judy.

Well, I did assume that you were the one standing there behind the camera.

Ha Ha funny boy.

We did end up there for a few hours after lunch... After I swore up and down I wouldn't go to the MK on the first Saturday after the FLE opening.

You should have texted me!

wahoo!!!

Thanks...I can't believe I'm going with the girls again and get to meet some of my favorite DISer's on the trip too.

I can't nap to save my soul, it's a source of great sadness to me. Dozing in a lounger in the sun, especially with no kids, occasionally but that's it.

I can nap on vacation; at home, I'm useless if I nap.

I am so jealous. I love your Holiday borders. you have some different ones than I had a choice of. you would think that late Nov would have all the holiday borders up!

I kind of like the foggy shots.

I wonder why they didn't have the same borders? That's kind of odd.

Thanks...the foggy shots were certainly different.

Just checking in Kathy !!Been a busy few days !!

Hi, Rosie. I had a very busy week at work and a super busy weekend. I'll have an update done tomorrow.

 

[KatMark]

What a nice surprise. ThanksCOLOR]

Love the Mickey head cookies. LOL I'm told they were good.

Nice arch photo. Andy did a good job getting that

Another great surprise very well done. I'm not sure if he was more excited about the trip or seeing Nicki.

Beaches and Cream is a wonderful place. Small but wonderful. I was surprised at how small it was.

Every France fountain photopass pic I see looks like the people are superimposed into it. Even ours are like this. Makes me laugh. I never even noticed...I'll have to go back and look.

Sounds like a very good first day and night until the getting back to the resort part. That stinks about the noise and people. We stayed in Casitas 3it was a great location with a view of the lake outside the door. Bus stop # 2 loved it we always got a seat when we stayed there a few years ago.
We love the Coronado and would gladly go back as long as Pop Warner isn't there at the same time

Sorry Test Track was a bust. I have heard several people say that. I had read that before we left too.

I have never seen Crush but it is on my list. Must see at least once.

Chefs de France is always great when we go. Wish I had some escargot right now. Will look at the dining tr later on. I see you signed up for Nicki's dining reviews...good!

Ooh you saw Remy. Lucky you. Not sure why he didn't actually stop at our table...but he seemed to skip several.

Happy belated Birthday. Thank you; had a very enjoyable one with our son and future daughter-in-law

Nice cm’s at Starring Rolls. They went above and beyond.

The holiday drinks sound so good. I could go for one now even though it is like 10 degrees here.

It is strange when someone recognizes you from a trip report. It was certainly different.

Great pics of the Osborne Lights. Thank you.

I love early morning pics. I just never get up early enough to take them. LOLI love the early mornings when it is still relatively peaceful.


Kona is so good. Yes it is.

Great pic with the fog and the castle. Thanks.

I am now all caught up. I am really enjoying your report. We leave November 30th for our Christmas trip and I am wishing it was here already.

Thank you...I'm glad you are enjoying. We hope to arrive on December 3.

Hey Kathy!!!! Glad your time off got approved, and sorry we're gonna miss you guys this year!! Was starting my ptr and saw pics from when we met up with you guys, and made me smile!! hope you have a good weekend!!!

I'm sorry we won't hook up either. But if we go in December of this year, there is no way I could go again in January.

It is down right shameful how far behind I fell on you TR! Please forgive me....

Ann, don't apologize...I'm way behind again.

Going way back....

How cool that Starring Rolls "reopened" for you gals!

They were super sweet about it and we really appreciated it.

The Yuletide Cheer is something I missed last year! I looked but never figured out where that snowball drink was. (I had read about it ahead of time...but obviously not enough to know where it was offered)

It was so yummy; I wouldn't have seen it...thankfully, Nicki did.

I love that someone recognized you all! You must feel like celebrities!

It was fun, but a celebrity I am not.

The tattoo was super cute and so exactly what I would imagine you to get.

Thank you.

Christmas of last year we spend close to 2 weeks there..and yet I missed SOOO much. Santa Goofy? I am seeing more and more reason to go back!!! I also missed the Osborne Family lights... well... mostly. We did a quickie sort of walk through since dh can't really handle things like that. next time... Im leaving him behind!

I think this was the first year for Santa Goofy, so you didn't miss it when you were there. Yes, I hate to say it, but leave Steve behind...you must see them.

I am glad that the dinner went well. I have never been to the Yachsmen.

You must try it sometime....it is so good.

Yay for getting your airfare for June. You know that I too got mine..and I think that is what I paid for mine

It was a great fare, wasn't it?

I simply think this is too adorable!!! What a great shot!

Thanks...that was a fun one.

Yay for getting your time off approved. That must be a relief. I still have to figure out what I am doing in 39 days regarding work...

I wasn't too worried, but I was anxious to get a response. Have you done anything about work yet?

Also fondly known as Miss Anita Wigd by a couple of little girls and some other assorted DIStown residents.

Good to know.

So glad you get to meet some new DIS friends!

I can't wait.

What's the update on the boy? Keeping this family close in thought and prayer.

I'll post an update soon.

It was nice Very pleased I went, I was rushed to get to work so I felt bad I didn't stay very long

I'm glad you were able to go; if even for a short time, I sure they appreciated it.

I think...think August will be our trip And perhaps we will overlap with yours...early to say..and then there's my constant ch-ch-changing

I'll have to keep an eye out to see if we overlap so we can meet.

No changing the Grannie Trip!!!!

I would hope not.

 

[KatMark]

Thank you for all the prayers for Dominic...it is truly appreciated.

God works in mysterious ways. Dominic's liver is starting to "repair" itself. A quote from his mother that she posted in a special group set up on FB about her son: "top liver transplant surgeon in the country…who happens to be one of Dominic’s doctors, said that in 35 years of doing liver transplants, he has never seen a failed/dead liver come back like this."

Dominic has a long road ahead of him, but it seems that he is on the right road. Thank you again for all your prayers.

Also, here are two things I did today.

The first picture is a puzzle that Alisha put together for me that we had framed and hung today. The second is a new frame I bought and put up today.

Update will be done tomorrow.

Hope everyone has had a great weekend.

 

[WDWaddictt]

Thank you for all the prayers for Dominic...it is truly appreciated.

God works in mysterious ways. Dominic's liver is starting to "repair" itself. A quote from his mother that she posted in a special group set up on FB about her son: "top liver transplant surgeon in the country…who happens to be one of Dominic’s doctors, said that in 35 years of doing liver transplants, he has never seen a failed/dead liver come back like this."

Dominic has a long road ahead of him, but it seems that he is on the right road. Thank you again for all your prayers.

Also, here are two things I did today.

The first picture is a puzzle that Alisha put together for me that we had framed and hung today. The second is a new frame I bought and put up today.

Update will be done tomorrow.

Hope everyone has had a great weekend.

That is so awesome! We will keep praying!

Love the puzzle and the picture frame. Great memory of your trips and loved ones all in one place being displayed where you can see it often...so cool!

 

[annmarieda]

I wasn't too worried, but I was anxious to get a response. Have you done anything about work yet?

nope. I talked with my manager WAY back in August (I think it was august..it was before the ToT race) I ran it by her since it is definitely a week that I normally could not take any time off. She thought it was way to important for me to go and said we would work it out even if that meant I started tasks for the busy week a week early (which is a HUGE no no) So I think I am sure I can go.. it is just a matter of how we work out my completion of tasks and how the hours are billed.

 

[goofy4prez]

Thank you for all the prayers for Dominic...it is truly appreciated.

God works in mysterious ways. Dominic's liver is starting to "repair" itself. A quote from his mother that she posted in a special group set up on FB about her son: "top liver transplant surgeon in the country…who happens to be one of Dominic’s doctors, said that in 35 years of doing liver transplants, he has never seen a failed/dead liver come back like this."

Dominic has a long road ahead of him, but it seems that he is on the right road. Thank you again for all your prayers.

What a testimony of the healing powers of God! I will continue to lift Dominic up in prayer for a complete healing of this young man.

 

[WDisneyMom]

Such great news regarding Dominic...continued healing and strength wishes for him and his family.

Love the puzzle and picture frame...great pictures!

 

[blessedmom4]

You are much too kind; but I did feel like an angel this particular trip for pulling off the surprise.
You were!!!!
144 days until my girls trip (151 days to the wedding!).

Your going to NEED a Girls Trip after all of the wedding preparation! Good thing you are a veteran planner!

God Bless Dominic and his family! May the healing continue! Prayers continue!

I love the puzzle picture. Alisha is one smart lady! And the collage of you all and the love that is seen...AHHHH, makes me happy!

 

[GoofyIsAsGoofyDoes]

Yes, doing two at once is impossible I learned. Perhaps I should have you write mine to keep you in practice?

That could be interesting, just forward me all the pictures.
Of course, there is the little matter of my not having been on the trip with y’all…
so I’d just have to make up the story as I went along.



Having read some of my previous writing,
I’m sure you’ll agree that no good will come of that.

Thank you for all the prayers for Dominic...it is truly appreciated.

God works in mysterious ways. Dominic's liver is starting to "repair" itself. A quote from his mother that she posted in a special group set up on FB about her son: "top liver transplant surgeon in the country…who happens to be one of Dominic’s doctors, said that in 35 years of doing liver transplants, he has never seen a failed/dead liver come back like this."

Dominic has a long road ahead of him, but it seems that he is on the right road. Thank you again for all your prayers.

Very good to hear.
Continued thoughts and prayers for all concerned, they’ll still be needing them for quite some time.

 

[mommy2mrb]

great news about Dominic...continued prayers

love the puzzle art and photo collage!

 

[englishrose47]

So Glad to hear the power of prayer on the Dis worked again !!I have seen so often, I think Walt is up their putting in a word with the Almighty !!~

 

[KatMark]

That is so awesome! We will keep praying!

Love the puzzle and the picture frame. Great memory of your trips and loved ones all in one place being displayed where you can see it often...so cool!

Thank you; I was so happy when I heard the news Saturday.

I found that frame when we were out doing something and we had a "blank" wall and I've been wanting to do more of a "family" frame and this worked out perfect.

nope. I talked with my manager WAY back in August (I think it was august..it was before the ToT race) I ran it by her since it is definitely a week that I normally could not take any time off. She thought it was way to important for me to go and said we would work it out even if that meant I started tasks for the busy week a week early (which is a HUGE no no) So I think I am sure I can go.. it is just a matter of how we work out my completion of tasks and how the hours are billed.

Hope you get all the details ironed out soon.

What a testimony of the healing powers of God! I will continue to lift Dominic up in prayer for a complete healing of this young man.

Thanks, Bob. He's such a great kid and it was so sad when we heard. He has a long road ahead, but he is on the "right" road.

Such great news regarding Dominic...continued healing and strength wishes for him and his family.

Love the puzzle and picture frame...great pictures!

I'm so happy for Dominic and his family.

Alisha made me that puzzle last year...I want to say in August or something and it was finally time to get it hung up.

Your going to NEED a Girls Trip after all of the wedding preparation! Good thing you are a veteran planner!

If nothing else, I'll need it after I write all the invitations out. Yes, I said "I". Alisha has poor handwriting and I volunteered to do it.

God Bless Dominic and his family! May the healing continue! Prayers continue!

Thank you, Judy.

I love the puzzle picture. Alisha is one smart lady! And the collage of you all and the love that is seen...AHHHH, makes me happy!

Everytime Alisha seems something Disney related, she picks it up for me if it's not too expensive.

That could be interesting, just forward me all the pictures.
Of course, there is the little matter of my not having been on the trip with y’all…
so I’d just have to make up the story as I went along.


Having read some of my previous writing,
I’m sure you’ll agree that no good will come of that.


It sure would be a first for the DIS and a very interesting first.


Very good to hear.
Continued thoughts and prayers for all concerned, they’ll still be needing them for quite some time.

Yes, he has a long road ahead of him and the prayers are still needed. We had more good news yesterday that his breathing tube was removed and he is breathing on his own.

great news about Dominic...continued prayers

love the puzzle art and photo collage!

Thanks, Lisa. You hate to see these things happen to an older person, but when it is someone who is so young, it just doesn't seem fair.

Glad you liked my puzzle and collage.

So Glad to hear the power of prayer on the Dis worked again !!I have seen so often, I think Walt is up their putting in a word with the Almighty !!~

Thanks, Rosie. I think you are right...I think Walt is giving a helping hand.

 

[KatMark]

So when I left you a week ago (sorry, work has been super busy and this weekend besides cleaning my own house and doing 7 loads of laundry, we had to go to my father-in-law's house and clean it so that the realtor can start showing it to try and get it sold), I had just earned my "wings" and we were leaving Main Street.

We had a destination in mind, but before we could get there, we saw yet another photopass photograher and had to stop:

Although know photographer, we stopped in front of an almost "empty" castle and took each other's pictures:

And finally we were on our way. On our way where you might be asking after all those darn photos? Well, we were on our way to the new Fantasyland, of course.

We were headed to see the new Little Mermaid attraction. I'm just going to post pictures now for those of you who haven't seen it and want to. For those that don't, you better skip the pictures.

We made it to the front, got in our clam shells and enjoyed the ride:

Continued in next post

 

[KatMark]

We ALL loved the ride. I had read pros and cons on it before we left home, but I thought it was really cute and, as always, Disney did a great job with all of the detail.

While we were getting our ride on, the two young ones had finally arrived at the Magic Kingdom and they were visiting the Mouse:

And some castle photos for the young ones:

Watch out...kissing going on:

We were texting back and forth while we were taking a look at Gaston's:

It was agreed upon that we would meet the kids over by Storybook Circus and ride Dumbo together. The question is: how long does it take for two 20 somethings to make their way over to Storybook Circus? The answer in the next update.

 

[MEK]

The question is: how long does it take for two 20 somethings to make their way over to Storybook Circus? The answer in the next update.

Well, I guess that all depends on what they did on the way there? But I am suspecting quite awhile.

Everyone has update today and I'll have to check back when I can see your pics!