April 2010 ABD Backstage Magic : California Here We Come!!!

[klam_chowder]

Katherine - When I read your post about possibly not making it, in my heart I knew you and John would find a way that things all worked out for you...bet it's a relief to have it taken care of And so glad you'll both be there

Jennifer, hope your Nanny interviews went well

cheers,

 

[klam_chowder]

Tonya - the luggage - just too cute!!

As for what to bring...
- oh what to pack. I always travel with my gortex shell which keeps the rain and wind off so the purple blob will be me I was in LA last year just a couple of weeks earlier than this trip and a couple of days were colder.
- oh the suitcase will be big
- I'm not worried about what I'm going to bring - it's how to get the stuff home that has got me Frank - the FedEx labels are a great idea

I just flew back from Cda to the US, and the luggage restrictions aren't that bad. One carry-on and one personal item allowed. (After the Christmas crotchbomber, Canada banned all carry-ons for flights to the US However, they eased them mid-Jan, prolly in anticipation of the Olympic crush)

Here's the trick - if your personal item is a laptop or camera bag, it can only hold the laptop or camera and its accessories; nothing else (food, book, etc.) can be in that bag. All the other stuff can go in your carry-on tho.

I was really worried about the size allowances, but the carry-on was the same size that you'd expect when flying (smaller rollers, etc). They were letting good size purses go thru without issue as well. I carried my usual rucksack, a purse stuffed to the gills, and a lot of stuff in my jacket pockets (I had to get around that 50lb weight limit ) all without incident. Good luck to those flying from Cda!

cheers,

 

[klam_chowder]

Tonya - thx a mint for the GCH details

...is that 2 sinks I'm seeing?

I H2O stuff

Better be on good behavior or Lynne might stuff me in the trundle - and I don't fit!!!

cheers,

 

[macman752]

Welcome back Karen! Glad you had a good time at the Olympics. The Club 33 news was indeed head exploding.

 

[klam_chowder]

One more thing...on vacation, I don't cook, think about calories or do !


Okay, I'll stop and contain my excitement about this adventure now



cheers,

 

[corky441]

Welcome back Karen -

I was wondering just yesterday when we were going to see you posting on the thread again. Great to hear you had a super time at the Olympics - a trip of a lifetime indeed and now another is just around the corner for us

The Club 33 announcement was definately head exploding news - we are all so very lucky to be traveling with Dreams Unlimited and the DISunplugged.

Hard to imagine, but in just 35 days we'll all be gathering at the hotel in Hollywood

 

[kab407]

Hi Karen! Can't wait to hear about your Olympic experiences!


35 DAYS Marilee!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Yikes, I have a lot to do!

 

[DisneyKevin]

Dont forget about CHAT Thursday night.

8pm EST

 

[TheTXTaylors5]

I have already been out in the rain 3 or 4 times checking for a package.

Can you tell I'm a little anxious?

- Bill

After Bill told me we "might" get the ABD package yesterday, our doorbell rang. He looked so happy, like a kid on Christmas morning. However, the package wasn't for us. It was for our daughter. She won a state art show and it was her prize. Hopefully, today will be the day.

Thank you to those that have already received it and have not spoiled the surprise by telling us what is inside.

The Nanny interview went well and I have one that looks promising. But, I have a few others to interview before I (we) make a choice. I have another one tomorrow and hopefully another one later in the week.

The following weekend after we get back from our ABD trip will be our DS9's birthday party. So, I am working on his party plans and invitations right now. We are known by family and friends for having fun and unusual birthday parties. Last year, we did a Mad Science party for DS9 with experiments and a candy buffet. The kids loved it! Bill even dressed up like a Mad Scientist and ran the experiments. This year, DS9 wants a Simpsons party. However, I have no idea what to do for a Simpsons party. Personally, I think he's too young and most kids in his class aren't into the Simpsons. We'll see ...

Jennifer

 

[Tonya2426]

I was channel surfing last night and came across Unwrapped - Greetings from LA on The Food Network and thought I would pass along the info they had on it incase you have any extra time pre-Adventure to investigate.


http://www.foodnetwork.com/unwrapped/greetings-from-la/index.html


Today, we’re heading to the city where the celebrities live and eat. Discover how food becomes the star at a food-styling class, climb aboard a cruise ship to taste California’s "best" shake, and visit "the last great hamburger stand." Then, visit a restaurant famous for serving the stars of Hollywood’s golden era and shop for a little bit of everything at the original Farmers Market. Plus, stop by a bakery to sample cupcakes that are keeping celebs happy.

Where to Find

• Los Angeles Farmers Market
  www.farmersmarketla.com
• Fatburger
  ww.fatburger.net
• Pig n Whistle
  www.pignwhistle.com
• California Shakes
  www.lofan.com
• Sprinkles Cupcakes
  www.sprinklescupcakes.com
• Food Styling Class www.foodfanatics.net

 

[Tonya2426]

The Brown Truck of Joy just made a stop at my house!!!!

 

[kab407]

The Brown Truck of Joy just made a stop at my house!!!!

I'm hoping I have a present for the Brown Truck of Happiness waiting for me!

 

[tickledtink33]

Nothing for me today.

 

[TheTXTaylors5]

The Brown Truck of Joy just made a stop at my house!!!!

"The Brown Truck of Joy" Very funny!

I'm sitting here in our home office near the front door waiting on that doorbell to ring. Y'all will be the second to know when our package arrives. Bill of course will get the first IM.

Jennifer

 

[tardis1029]

Me too, I always have things sent to my office address. I figure I'm there almost, if not, more than at home

Great news on the El Capitan, there was no way I was going to go to see a Miley Cyrus movie, but Alice just might get me there.

I'll be patiently ( yeah right) waiting for the FedEx truck today

Sounds good add us in!

 

[OKW Lover]

What are you? Eight?

Nine. It is pretty pathetic isn't it?

Don't worry Paul - I'm sure Alicia rates you a 10.

 

[TheTXTaylors5]

Don't worry Paul - I'm sure Alicia rates you a 10.

Awwwwww!

Jennifer

 

[spokanemom]

My husband has the day off today. I got a delivery. He won't tell me who it's from or any info about it. I have been unable to concentrate for the last 1.5 hours. Only 30 minutes to go!!!! I can't think of anything that I have ordered that I have not received. I just HAS to be my ABD package. It just HAS to!!!!

 

[stenogoddess]

In better news, the El Capitan has extended the run of Alice in Wonderland to include our Hollywood days. Burger and a movie?

We are SO THERE!

The Brown Truck of Joy just made a stop at my house!!!!

I LOVE THE BROWN TRUCK OF JOY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

 

[aspen37]

Nothing for me today.

I didn't get anything either Kim.