As the Ticker Turns~The next chapter of the Resort Changers Saga...*RC trips pg.238

[sjs314]

Deena and our Christine both moving to FL. I could not be happier for you guys.

DeenaGood luck with the Dr Appt today

Hope everyone has a good Memorial Day Weekend, not a good time for us , the son I lost in February was Married 5 years ago on Memorial Day.

 

[Minnie&Nana]

I had a huge post typed out and Lilyana erased it!

Just checking in. I have so much to do to be ready to leave first thing in the AM. I hope I can get it all done. After I finish work tonight I don't have to be in again until next Thursday. Then I work 3 days and I'm off for a week! I need a break from that place desperately. I'm quickly losing steam. Hopefully this break will give me a boost.

Awww....sweet toddlers trying to help!!

Thank goodness for more time off that days at work! Just vent here all you need to and let us help hold you up.

When do you leave for your weekend getaway?

Hope everyone has a good Memorial Day Weekend, not a good time for us , the son I lost in February was Married 5 years ago on Memorial Day.

Oh, Sheila...I am so very sorry.

Now holidays are a time to get through...even after all these years my first thought about Memorial Day is Toby...and I wish I could be there to take him flowers this weekend.

My mother's birthday is often on Memorial Day...and I think of my parents so far away at Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery - no way to have flowers delivered, but this weekend the government will have a flag on every grave.

Love you, dear, Sheila.

 

[sjs314]

Awww....sweet toddlers trying to help!!

Thank goodness for more time off that days at work! Just vent here all you need to and let us help hold you up.

When do you leave for your weekend getaway?



Oh, Sheila...I am so very sorry.

Now holidays are a time to get through...even after all these years my first thought about Memorial Day is Toby...and I wish I could be there to take him flowers this weekend.

My mother's birthday is often on Memorial Day...and I think of my parents so far away at Abramham Lincoln National Cemetery - no way to have flowers delivered, but this weekend the government will have a flag on every grave.

Love you, dear, Sheila.

I so know what you mean about Holidays being a time to get through, in a way it is a blessing that time seems to pass so much more quickly the older we get.
I was just saying to Bob we need to get down to the coast to visit or Fathers graves it has been too long but as they are both veterans like you said they will have fresh flags.
Sending you much love Christine

 

[Janet B]

Uh...speaking of tickers Janet... doesn't yours need an addition??

...and Grandma Linda..what about yours??

Just sayin' ladies....

I know I'm bad at this .... will have my 3RD ticker (can you believe it??) in place today ...

I had a huge post typed out and Lilyana erased it!

Just checking in. I have so much to do to be ready to leave first thing in the AM. I hope I can get it all done. After I finish work tonight I don't have to be in again until next Thursday. Then I work 3 days and I'm off for a week! I need a break from that place desperately. I'm quickly losing steam. Hopefully this break will give me a boost.

Dani, so happy you have a few days of work left and then your vacation! I know it's been so stressful for you so do hope your time away from work and being with the kids rejuvenates you!

Hope everyone has a good Memorial Day Weekend, not a good time for us , the son I lost in February was Married 5 years ago on Memorial Day.

Dear Sheila, so very sorry Holidays are especially difficult. Sending lots of love your way today
Janet

Now holidays are a time to get through...even after all these years my first thought about Memorial Day is Toby...and I wish I could be there to take him flowers this weekend.

My mother's birthday is often on Memorial Day...and I think of my parents so far away at Abramham Lincoln National Cemetery - no way to have flowers delivered, but this weekend the government will have a flag on every grave.

Love you, dear, Sheila.

Christine, do wish you could bring Toby and your parents those flowers this weekend. Sending my love to you ....
Janet

 

[disneydreamin247]

Awww....sweet toddlers trying to help!!

Thank goodness for more time off that days at work! Just vent here all you need to and let us help hold you up.

When do you leave for your weekend getaway?



Oh, Sheila...I am so very sorry.

Now holidays are a time to get through...even after all these years my first thought about Memorial Day is Toby...and I wish I could be there to take him flowers this weekend.

My mother's birthday is often on Memorial Day...and I think of my parents so far away at Abramham Lincoln National Cemetery - no way to have flowers delivered, but this weekend the government will have a flag on every grave.

Love you, dear, Sheila.

Bright and early tomorrow.

 

[Jungle Cruiser]

Shelia, I am so sorry this holiday brings back sad thoughts. You know you are in our thoughts and prayers.

Christine, you are also in my thoughts and prayers.

We love you both

I have to say to everyone, I have only met a couple of you but feel you all are family. This is a wonderful group of ladies and I feel so blessed to have gotten to know all of you.

On a lighter note...

Janet Who knew that thin mints would make you feel better after chemo?!

Dani, have fun at the shore. You deserve a break! Hopefully the sun will return soon.

LuvLuvLuv, excited for you and your apartment search! Wish I could tag a long and be a personal assistant!! Good luck with the doctor today!

Minnie&Nana, Janet filled me in on a January excursion. I am hoping to join, if so, you and I will have a date for quality balcony time!!!!

 

[Grumpy Grandma]

Good Morning RCers! Not awake enough here for a multiquote so I'll just do the best I can!

Christine and Sheila you are both in my thoughts. You are both strong women and as sad as it is you will make it thru this weekend.

Dani that little girl of yours is just about as cute as they come!

Deena so excited about your possible move to FL. Christine are you really seriously thinking about moving to FL?

Sarah how wonderful if you could make the Jan trip! But don't forget there's one more balcony loving RCer here! I'm sure there's room for another chair! Or I'll just ride around on boats all day!

Janet again thanks for posting Jeanette's family pictures.

To anyone I may not have mentioned I didn't forget you! I just haven't had my second cup of morning coffee yet!

 

[Janet B]

I have to say to everyone, I have only met a couple of you but feel you all are family. This is a wonderful group of ladies and I feel so blessed to have gotten to know all of you.

I second this!

Janet Who knew that thin mints would make you feel better after chemo?! !!!!

YEAH!! BTW ... I DO have another box or two as well ....

Minnie&Nana, Janet filled me in on a January excursion. I am hoping to join, if so, you and I will have a date for quality balcony time!!!!

Sarah, so happy you are seriously considering it!!

Sarah how wonderful if you could make the Jan trip! But don't forget there's one more balcony loving RCer here! I'm sure there's room for another chair! Or I'll just ride around on boats all day!

Janet again thanks for posting Jeanette's family pictures.

I could get used to balcony too!!

Patiently waiting for more pix !!

 

[Jungle Cruiser]

Grumpy Grandma, balconies and boats . AND you are a coffee lover like me !

 

[Grumpy Grandma]

Grumpy Grandma, balconies and boats . AND you are a coffee lover like me !

Yes to all three!!! So hope January works out for everyone!!!

 

[Janet B]

Pas sleep 14 hours last night .... she mentioned a mango margarita so don't know if that put her to sleep or she already had one today!

Kids are having fun swimming ...... NO ONE wants to go into the parks!!

They are heading out to McDonalds .... and will try to get some pix on the way back .... asked for her to be in one too.

 

[Grumpy Grandma]

I second this!



YEAH!! BTW ... I DO have another box or two as well ....



Sarah, so happy you are seriously considering it!!




I could get used to balcony too!!

Patiently waiting for more pix !!

Pas sleep 14 hours last night .... she mentioned a mango margarita so don't know if that put her to sleep or she already had one today!

Kids are having fun swimming ...... NO ONE wants to go into the parks!!

They are heading out to McDonalds .... and will try to get some pix on the way back .... asked for her to be in one too.

Not sure how patient I am but I guess I have no choice ....

Relaxing around the pool

 

[gwynne]

Pas-Hope you're having a fabulous vacation! Your kids are so cute. Fun to read the updates, thanks Janet!

Mommymouse-You're trip will be here before we know it. Main thing is, do what makes you happy. If you stay with WL, here are a couple of recent experiences:
My last day is often no tickets at WDW. I spent it a week ago traveling between the resorts. The boat between MK and WL is so fun, I really enjoyed it. I walked by the pool, and through the resort. I shopped in the gift shop (found some great stuff) and then hopped on the bus back to the MK to transit back to AKL. Bus ride was very fast! I really hope we can stay there for at least a couple of days in 2013. I just love that place.
Whatever you decide, you'll be on vacation and at Disney soon!

GG ,sjs314, Lillian, M&N, JC,-I'm a balcony girl, too! There is just something that is so relaxing about sitting on a balcony, taking in everything around you. And add in a nice hot cup of coffee, and it's heavenly!

JC, glad you're doing well.

lilaurora, welcome! Change is what we specialize in here.

Luv, Good luck as you plan your visit. Sounds very exciting!

Disneydreamin-Enjoy your getaway!

Happy Memorial Day Weekend everybody. We're going to maybe take a drive to Lake Michigan.
Sending best wishes to all!

 

[Grumpy Grandma]

Can anyone explain to me why I have so much travel health and beauty aids??? Yesterday I was sorting it all out and could not believe how much there was!!! It's heavy and it takes up so much room! Do I really need it all? Wish I could just get it down to the bare minimum!

 

[gwynne]

Can anyone explain to me why I have so much travel health and beauty aids??? Yesterday I was sorting it all out and could not believe how much there was!!! It's heavy and it takes up so much room! Do I really need it all? Wish I could just get it down to the bare minimum!

GG, I totally understand. I try to pare it down, but it's so hard. Each time I gather my small army of travel sized products together I always smile and remember what my Mom used to jokingly say, "Lipstick, powder, paint, makes a girl look like what she ain't."

 

[Grumpy Grandma]

GG, I totally understand. I try to pare it down, but it's so hard. Each time I gather my small army of travel sized products together I always smile and remember what my Mom used to jokingly say, "Lipstick, powder, paint, makes a girl look like what she ain't."

 

[WDWKOOK]

First of all, I'm glad that I'm not alone in my constant second-guessing and rearranging of my plans! WDWKOOk on the WL Info thread very kindly told me about this thread.

I currently am going to WDW with DD7 for 12 nights leaving on 06/07 - just two more weeks! I originally "talked" DH into letting me take DD on a surprise trip for 7 nights staying at POP to keep the budget in check. Yeah, good thing my DH loves me so much........

02/13/12 - I booked a standard room at POP.
02/17/12 - I decided to change to a preferred room at POP.
02/28/12 - I decided to add 3 nights (totaling 10) and I also booked WL without cancelling POP - just in case.
03/08/12 - I got caught wind of how awesome the Royal Rooms at POR are and thought that DD would love it. I booked a ressie for the last 4 nights of our 10 night stay. Still have ressies for POP and WL........again, just in case.
03/24/12 - Feeling guilty over the cost of WL, changed my ressie to POFQ for 10 nights. Also cancelled the POP ressie, but still have the POR.
04/24/12 - finally decided to cancel POR.
05/19/12 - Added another 2 nights (totaling 12) to our trip and updated with the airline.
05/21/12 - decided that instead of adding 2 days to POFQ, I would move to a Deluxe Resort.
05/22/12 - booked 12 nights standard room at AKL.
05/23/12 - changed from AKL to courtyard view at WL.

Whew!! I THINK I'm finally done with the changes for this trip! I also THINK that I'm done with my ADR changes, too! We'll see on that, though.

We're so glad we're not alone either - resort confusion, angst, second-guessing... loves company!

Your resort changing log looks VERY familiar. Just remember that the words, "I THINK I'm finally done with the changes for this trip!" have been uttered by all of us and no matter how many exclamation points and bold words there are, it doesn't always make it true. Speaking of epic changes, you just missed the queen of resort changing - pas130 (Jeanette). She just arrived yesterday at POP, after changing a gazillion times and at one point she even removed WDW completely from her trip

Welcome to our little thread of big changes and keep us posted on your next trip (it better stay WL)

Not changing a thing...

Phew, that's all I needed to read

I'm so glad Pas and family made it safe, sound, and happy!! I loved getting the text at work yesterday!!

Been kind of busy getting June together. I have the flight and rental car booked----and I just can't decide on a hotel. I too weird about hotels and amenities.... but that's why I'm here right I'll be there June 21-26. A little longer than I thought, but flights were crazy for anything less--more time in the sun!!

TR should be back up and running this weekend. I have a half day here--then a doctor appointment to see what the status is on my carpal tunnel. It's still killing me, sooooooooo I dunno.

So I cut a list of 40 apartments down to 8 (1 of them have 3 communities so technically 10). DH thinks I'm looking at 15+, but I want to enjoy a little fun in the sun Shhhh I just need to get away and clear my head a bit with all these changes. I want to try and bust them out, then explore the area and the possible stores to transfer to, do a little shopping, and then hit my happy place

Oh yeah... New ticker

This is all happening so fast - I'm happy for you and DH and I can't wait to hear about your upcoming fact finding mission and read more of your TR. Oh, and I hope the Dr. can help you more with your CT pain.

DD, DGD, our pups and I leave for St Pete on June 2nd to check out that area for possible relocation. One of Mia's closest friends live in Seminole and I have a few friends in the area...well 2 are an hour from St Pete, but still closer than Boston to here!

Okay, who ISN"T moving to FL?! Does it count that I used to live there? It's going to be one, big RC party down there soon - unless you all change to a different state...

I had a huge post typed out and Lilyana erased it!

Just checking in. I have so much to do to be ready to leave first thing in the AM. I hope I can get it all done. After I finish work tonight I don't have to be in again until next Thursday. Then I work 3 days and I'm off for a week! I need a break from that place desperately. I'm quickly losing steam. Hopefully this break will give me a boost.

Have fun this weekend and I hope you feel refreshed after a small break from it all.

I have to say to everyone, I have only met a couple of you but feel you all are family. This is a wonderful group of ladies and I feel so blessed to have gotten to know all of you.

Our trips HAVE to overlap at some point - we keep just missing each other. I hope you get some R&R this weekend

Pas sleep 14 hours last night .... she mentioned a mango margarita so don't know if that put her to sleep or she already had one today!

Kids are having fun swimming ...... NO ONE wants to go into the parks!!

They are heading out to McDonalds .... and will try to get some pix on the way back .... asked for her to be in one too.

Thanks for always keeping us in the loop - which I know isn't easy when it comes to Jeanette.

Can anyone explain to me why I have so much travel health and beauty aids??? Yesterday I was sorting it all out and could not believe how much there was!!! It's heavy and it takes up so much room! Do I really need it all? Wish I could just get it down to the bare minimum!

You know, I think that those items represent a little comfort to us all when we travel. You're away from home and all of your prized possessions and all those little toiletries are comforting and they help cover all the "what ifs" and unexpected items you might need when you're away from home. Besides, who wants to pay $5 for a mini deodorant at the Mercantile when their DD packs an empty one

 

[Lillian Gracey]

I hope everyone has a lovely weekend! I will be traveling to St. Louis this evening to visit family. I will miss you guys! I will be back Monday night though!

 

[WDWKOOK]

I hope everyone has a lovely weekend! I will be traveling to St. Louis this evening to visit family. I will miss you guys! I will be back Monday night though!

Be safe and have fun!

 

[Mousemommy1]

Pas-Hope you're having a fabulous vacation! Your kids are so cute. Fun to read the updates, thanks Janet!

Mommymouse-You're trip will be here before we know it. Main thing is, do what makes you happy. If you stay with WL, here are a couple of recent experiences:
My last day is often no tickets at WDW. I spent it a week ago traveling between the resorts. The boat between MK and WL is so fun, I really enjoyed it. I walked by the pool, and through the resort. I shopped in the gift shop (found some great stuff) and then hopped on the bus back to the MK to transit back to AKL. Bus ride was very fast! I really hope we can stay there for at least a couple of days in 2013. I just love that place.
Whatever you decide, you'll be on vacation and at Disney soon!

GG ,sjs314, Lillian, M&N, JC,-I'm a balcony girl, too! There is just something that is so relaxing about sitting on a balcony, taking in everything around you. And add in a nice hot cup of coffee, and it's heavenly!

JC, glad you're doing well.

lilaurora, welcome! Change is what we specialize in here.

Luv, Good luck as you plan your visit. Sounds very exciting!

Disneydreamin-Enjoy your getaway!

Happy Memorial Day Weekend everybody. We're going to maybe take a drive to Lake Michigan.
Sending best wishes to all!

Thank you!!!! I am over the moon excited about our trip!!! I have always wanted to stay at WL and staying CL is a great bonus. But, as I had mentioned before, DH and I are just so used to being conservative with our finances, so to treat ourselves like this takes some getting used to!!! It's humbling to know how far we have come I think. We wanted to stay at WL for our honeymoon 10 years ago, but couldn't afford it, so stayed at All Star Sports (and were incredibly grateful for that!!!), we've grown so much, and having been with him for the past 18 years (yeah, since I was 15), I guess I am just very happy where we are at in our lives. Sorry, I'm getting emotional and sappy, and I think that was part of my breakdown the other day...we've worked so hard to get to where we are, so taking the opportunity to capitalize on that is exciting and scary at the same time. I know to some people staying at the WL (or any of the deluxes) is no big deal, but to me it really is...to us, it represents alot. Silly I know.