A Bittersweet Return... Winkler's TR ~ Many Pics! Our time is over!

[aksunshine]

as always, sending you hugs girl!

I love the update. The pic of Isabelle and Tigger is my favorite one so far. Alicia's family seems really nice, how great to spend the day together! I would love to do that. I vow on this trip to take my time and take more in. We will see if I stick to it. I also love that Isabelle claimed stage fright at the pirate thing, that is so something that Roseanna would do. Can't wait for another update.

Alicia's family were so much fun! I like that picture too!

The kids are adorable

Looks like all of you had a wonderful meal and a great time

We did! Thanks!

It looks like Isabelle's bun is holding up very nicely!!!

What a fun day you guys had!! I love Eeyore too, so you need to post that picture of Matt!

Actually, I think we left her bun in one more day, but I'm not sure. It would have held longer! I promised Matt, but you can ask Beth about it! LOL!

Awww sweetie..I know those feelings have to be so difficult!!! I am so very sorry!!!!!!!!!! Love you!!

Laughing....you are supposed to email it to me, that is what you are supposed to do. So hurry up and show me already!!!Hahahahaha....Oh and yeah, you promised Matt not to post it on the DIS so you might not wanna do that. Hahaha.

Awww how sweet that the boys took a liking to Isabelle too. I love this picture, it looks as though Isabelle was reaching up to hold his hand. Too cute!! It sure does look like all of you had fun at MK together.

Awww you guys look so cute!!! How fun that you were all able to meet up at the Magic Kingdom. Hopefully you guys behaved yourselves and no more reprimanding by CM's was necessary.... (by the way, that is so something I would have done too)!!!

Hello Friend! Your cards are in the mail!!!!!

Sounds like you are off to a fun MK day with new friends! How nice that the boys and Isabelle got along so well - that is very sweet!

It was so nice!

Great update, I had so much fun with you guys during that short visit. We should have just stayed with you because when we got to the BB Javen didnt want to do the "cool dude" anyway, and we left.

I thought it was soo funny when Alicia yelled for me, I looked over and was stumped as to who it was..then I saw you smiling and waving, and I put 2 and 2 together.

Isablelle looks beautiful as always!

Thanks! You should have called, we would have met back up with you!

What a great day at the MK! Isabella looks just beautiful in her outfit with "Poo" on it!!!! My girls came running over to see all the pics of the characters....they are really really looking forward to going back to Disney! (only 13 more months ) How nice to meet up with such nice friends and spend time together touring! My fav is Splash Mountain.....love it! Can't wait to hear more! Love ya!!!!

We had so much fun!!!

What a fun day! It's always fun to travel with friends!

I'm sorry for your loss. You are a wonderful mom!

Thanks, sometimes I don't feel that way. For so long now I've felt that my "job" as a mommy was unfinished, but now, it's hard not to doubt that it indeed is finished. Does that make sense? It did when I thought it.

Finally getting caught up on TR's, and yours was one of the first I had to check out. I'm so sorry to hear about the mc--I had 2 in between my dd and ds, so I understand a little about what you're going through. Having it right around the anniversary of losing Levi, though--I can't even begin to imagine how difficult that must be.

Sorry, too, that we missed you at the Glow party. Sounds like you and Tanya hit the hay just before we arrived around 12:30 or so. It's hard for us to resist those late nights at the parks the first few days when we're still on west coast time! Maybe next year. . . .

Keep the updates coming--your fans and admirers await!

Hi Jennifer! I hate it that we missed you!

Oh Alicia! I'm so very sorry for your news. We'll continue to keep your family in our prayers.

Love the update-Isabelle is too darn cute! And I just love all of the outfits she's got on! Thank goodness for that big give! Those people are so incredibly talented! It's amazing!!

Looks like CP was good-we're thinking about going there next trip but I'm on the fence...

More hugs and prayers to your family. I wish hope and happiness for your family.

Thanks Lynn! CP is pretty good. We paid OOP for it though. Matt always feels that Breakfast Buffets are't the best value for your credit.

 

[aksunshine]

We had "plans" to have lunch at Columbia HH, but Alicia and Chris were craving Pecos Bill's, so we tagged along, it didn't really matter to us. Although, honestly, I can't tell you what we had, except that we passed yet another CS dessert along, we can't ever eat everything, besides we like to share! After lunch, we headed for Haunted Mansion. Isabelle really wanted to ride with the boys, but Matt was worried, so he rode with Isabelle, and I THINK Bradley, Alicia and I rode together with Daniel and Chris rode with Brandon (like, I said, I think).

We bounced over to Tomorrowland. Matt was ready to become a space ranger! We rode together. Here is our redneck photo! LOL! I missed Isabelle's, though.

We took the smooth and relaxing TTA for a spin. Matt, Chris, and Brandon waited.

And before heading back to Pop for a break, we grabbed snacks at Main St. Bakery. We all got something, I tried something new, but I can't remember what (see, Alicia, I need more food photos!). Here is our favorite snack!!!! It was Isabelle's, but usually the three of us split one.

We left with a serious SUGAR RUSH!

On the bus we met another Disser!!!! Where are you new friend?

 

[aksunshine]

We got back to Pop and Alicia tried to ove her dinner reservation, and I asked about some times. Since we paid OOP for CP, we figured we'd try somewhere new. We ended up going to Kona Cafe, a little earlier than Alicia's family had their ressies.

We were very pleased with this meal. Matt had the steak, getting the teriyaki on the side in case it was too sweet for him. I had the shrimp and scallops! YUM! Matt got a coffee, he was VERY pleased with it, saying it was some of the best he'd ever had. I had a virgin pina colada. Here is my dessert!

This was VERY good Cheesecake!

So, as we are waiting on our waitress, two men are seated next to us. Normally, we don't bother people, but Matt caught one of them snapping a picture of his food. Naturally, he must Dis? Right? Well, of course he did! We invited them to the Glow party, so when I get to that, there will be pitures. I discovered that Matt likes disboards more than he lets on, he practically hounded EVERYONE about it! It was too cute!

We took a stroll around the grounds, by the time we were going to hop on the monorail, so was Alicia's family!

We arrived, but Alicia was empty handed! She had left several key items at Poly, so she got back on and the rest of us headed in. Out first stop? POTTY!!!! LOL! Isabelle and I waited with Daniel.
Here is Isabelle on Main St.

We wondered around a shop for a while, I got my Postcards. Alicia finally made it back, but Daniel had had enough. They decided to head home for the night.

 

[aksunshine]

So, off we went, deciding to focus most of our energy on Fantasyland, Spectro, and Wishes. We strolled to the teacups, but Matt needed another bathroom break. We said we'd wait. While we were waiting, Isabelle got to see Fairy godmother.

Here is Matt and Isabelle on the teacups.

We headed to Liberty Sqaure and watched the parade. Then we headed back to FL. We rode Peter Pan, Pooh, and the Carrousel.

We were going to ride dumbo, but Wishes started, so we watched from there. Very different view! Isabelle and Matt after the fireworks:

We let Isabelle run through Pooh's Play area until we got chased out. But, like Spectro, my photos didn't come out real well.

After that, we weaved our way through the crowds and waited in our bus line. We still managed to be one of the first couple of buses. Strange....

 

[mkluvsmickey]

That cookie/ice cream sandwich from the Main St Bakery looks awesome and is on my list to try next month!

I'm glad you were able to get in to Kona and enjoyed it! We are also trying it for the first time in a few weeks.

Another great update! Love the pic with Fairy godmother!

 

[twob4him]

I absolutely love the dress Isabelle wore to dinner and MK. Its gorgeous! Sounds like a wonderful evening to end the day with! And I agree about the ice cream sandwich.....my mouth is watering! I bet you were so tired by now.....I can't believe you still made it back to be first! Wow! Did that mean you got to sit down and relax? Cool!

 

[CoP Luv]

I just started reading everything. I am only on page 35 but want to let you know that I am sending prayers your way!

By the way, the outfits awesome!! I don't have kids yet but can't wait so I can get me some of those for our trips!

 

[ilovemickeymost]

OMG I love this outfit. And I'm wondering if she'ld make me a pair of those shoes in grown up size. Could you PM me her contact info? Thanks

Ok, got a new package today! It was from BETH!!!!! I LOVE it! She and I still need to discuss her painting skills!

Beth- How did you paint those anyway? Did you draw them? Was it freehand? Whatever you did, the outfit is beautiful! And ya know, I'd like to see the photos of Taylor in it! Will you post them or PM them , please?

Isn't it fabulous! Those are all painted! I know most of you have probably seen it, but still, I just LOVE it! Thanks Beth!

 

[noahdove]

Wow!!!! What beautiful painting..and so perfect for Isabelle

 

[claryche]

I'm new to the dis boards and just came across your TR. I'm hooked and want to hear/read more.

Let me first say how sorry I am about your loss of Levi. My son is 2.5 years old and I can't even imagine how you felt and I think you are such a strong woman and a wonderful mom. After I felt sorrow for you for your loss, the next thing I felt was that situations like yours is why you take a 17 month old or for us last year an 18 month old to DW. You never know what tomorrow will bring, so you have to live every day to the fullest. And those memories will stay with you forever.

Also sorry to hear about your recent loss.

On to happier thoughts, I love all the pictures. They are just wonderful. I'm a huge picture person and so happy to see others who enjoy it as much as I do. Your story has really touched my heart and can't wait to read more.

Cindy

 

[eyor44]

Alicia
How are you feeling? I was about to go to bed, but you were on my mind. Love the updates and the pics.

 

[OneTreeHillAddict]

Excellent update! I wish we could have met you all while we were there! I can't believe so many of us we're at the same resort and never crossed paths!?

 

[disneylovinfamily]

once again another great update! Too cute about Matt and the dis. i just got mark to sign up for an account (brokefromdisney) and am trying to teach him the ropes. He also got another soldier friend to sign up for a dis account (tto cute) they are in araq dissing away. I don't recall his screen name but it is on my pre trippie. they are going in dec and he just convienced his wife to go in nov too just the 2 of them while mark and the kids and i are there. it should be lots of fun! can't wait to hear more! when is the alice dress coming? can't wait to see alice's reaction--your spoiler earlier is killing me. don't tell me it's the lat day

 

[princessjv]

Goodness, I am catching up and was happy to see a few great updates...but so terribly sad to read about the loss. It amazes me the strength that can be found within us.


You all had such a wonderful trip. Isabelle looks fabulous... yet again... in her beautiful outfits. I can't wait to read more.

 

[hlrababy]

Great update Alicia!!!!!!!

Isabelle as always, looks like a sweet princess!!

 

[ilovemickeymost]

I, obviously, can't help the feelings I have, the blame, I still fight with blaming myself for Levi. If I hadn't gone this way, or we hadn't stopped for lunch... It's a lot like that.

It took me a loooong time to get over the guilt w/ my miscarriage. I'd gone for a massage & gone in the hottub (two no-nos). And there is still a small bit of it there. Ever so often it pops up. But, the weirdest thing I'e learned from talking to other moms is how often it happens w/ a 3rd pregnancy. I know of at least 5 women in my playgroup. And that's when it happend for me. And I can only imagine that w/ Levi it is way more intense. Big hugs to you.

 

[newtodis]

Love the updates-Isabelle is so darn cute as always! Hope you're doing well and you're able to enjoy reliving this trip through putting this together for us. Love hearing about everything!!

 

[becky_AK]

Great updates & pictures! It is so cute about Matt and the DIS. Will is the same way. He always gave me such a bad time about always being online, but when we got to WDW he was trying to track down anyone who had a LGMH on their bag. It was too funny.

Hope you are doing ok, have a great day

 

[Dylan_&_Blake's_mom]

Oh ALicia....I have been gone a few days and just got your news. I was crushed for you. So sorry to hear it. I am always praying for you and wish only good things for you and your family.

That was a great update. You got to hang out with several disers in one day. That must have been a lot of fun. Too funny about noticing the guy taking a pic of his food, that would be a dead giveaway though,lol. Can't wait to read more!

 

[annie1995]

Hi Alicia!!! We did have a great day with you guys!!! The boys really enjoyed hanging out with Isabelle too!!! They still ask about her ! I still can't believe I was yelled at by a CM LOL, never has that happened to me before . Oh well, it was for a good cause . Love the pictures!! Can't wait for more!!