Our room did get serviced. Yay! All is good but that CM could sure use some training!
Totally cool thing happened tonight. Lightning storm so bad the MK went dark. As in you couldnt even see it or like 5 to 10 minutes. Pretty cool to see. Hope everyone is ok!
Did you take any pictures?
My goodness! Where are all the early morning risers?!
Mousemommy and
Jenny???
Kook...I know you're up

Let me find a picture to post and I'll be back!
I posted and ran from the CL thread. Had to get DD off to school, DH off to work and myself off to the gym and grocery shopping.
I know what that pictures's going to be - I skipped ahead to the ending!
I am here!!

I just vowed I wasn't coming back until I made a definite move with my trip plans!!
Too embarassed to talk about it all again!!
Everything still the same...just waiting

because I am thinking maybe soon the 2013 rates will come out. Last year we had an amazing
free dining offer for canadians come out pretty early on.
DH is happy because he realized that when we upgrade to AP's in September we will have park hoppers then! I am just hoping that it is true we will just have to pay the difference between what our 10 day MYW tix are worth now, and the AP price.
Very hot here the past couple of days....but I love it!
thanks for asking me to come out and play!!
The prediction is August for the 2013 rates. You might just have to book now and let it revert to the 2013 rate later

Rise and Shine! It's Monday....and soooooo feels like it, too

Here's a little sunshine to get you started....
Even the CR can be relaxing and beautiful in its own way. Actually, any Disney resort at 6:15am is beautiful! Early mornings are my very favorite times at WDW...for obvious reasons....super quiet...no people. And for anyone who likes photography just a little, it's the perfect opportunity to get wonderful, easy shots.
Tried to do online check-in this morning but my computer's firewall is blocking something and won't let me sign-on to the Disney site....weird! Wish I knew what the problem was
It must be blocking cookies. Just turn it off and you should be able to log-on.
Gorgeous view of the Bullseye pool and cabanas. I wonder why only the monorail resorts have cabanas for rent?
Now, what did you mean by "
Even the CR?" I think it's the second most relaxing and beautiful resort at WDW

. But, I know that many just hate it or find it too.... contemporary
HRH is 7 and changes her mind...will it get worse, uh oh...look at me...it does it worse

So AoA/WL....really....I like it...but IDK if it will stick...you know heather will come back with a rockin AKL CL reivew...just sayin...
Sorry...all I can say is DO NOT do CL! It spoils the WHOLE family...except those budget watching DHs that don't get it...
well Kook's hubby gets it
I have to show that comment to DH

. And, I know what he'll say, "I only love WL CL, I don't love ALL CLs. All CLs are not created equal." It also helps that he loves WL, so if you don't love the resort, you're probably not going to like it much more just because you stay CL.
I'm really worried now that you think my AoA split won't stick because I REALLY thought it would stick. Of course, I really thought all the other split resorts would stick, didn't I? AKL/CL isn't available for our dates, but weren't you sort '
meh' about it? What made you change? I did have AKL/CL booked waaaaay back in November. I've also had CR, VWL, RPC, and YC booked. I'm not sure how AoA fits in there. I got DH excited about the new suite and two bathrooms and he loves the food court menu. But, now that some reviews are trickling in, I'm worried about noisy hallways, the really slow food service (no beepers

) and hordes of people at the pool fighting over the cone cabanas! I'm thinking Poly might even be more desirable at this point

. Oh, no, what is happening to me
Pas Your so right. My kids are the ones that push for CL. My dh can take it or leave it. It's better not to get your kids used to it.
That's funny, it's the complete opposite at my house. DH loves it and it used to be that DD had to have CL, but now she actually said she'd rather not. She doesn't like that DH has to have his cobbler in the lounge every evening and she loves a hot breakfast on vacation. So I end up booking some breakfast ADRs and DD skipped dessert time almost every night our last visit

. I'm sure this will change soon depending on her mood.
Kook, welcome to the world of teenage daughters. They are great, but sometimes I just couldn't believe some of what they would say. I got a great piece of advice that sure helped me. Never react to some of the things they say, just smile and don't engage. It frustrates the heck out of them, but they don't have any comeback. Wait until your daughter is a bit older, it's the best!!!

Oh, and you know she is going to ask you why your aren't staying at a third resort at some point...she will have "forgotten" she thought is was an silly idea...
CL is an interesting option. My DH really likes it, however we are at a different stage in life than those of you with kids. Having spent hours over the years in line at Gaspirillas getting breakfast for everyone makes CL breakfast very appealing to him. We can also enjoy a drink and appetizers for a light dinner. He will supplement with a CS sandwich, but I am fine with the appetizers. When my kids were little, it wouldn't have been worth it, fun but not really practical.
Busy week, leaving for CA early Thursday morning. So excited to see my daughter graduate.

Because of my illness I haven't been out there 5 years, I haven't even seen her current apt!
You crack me up and you're always right

. Wish you would have been here this morning. I made a comment to DD about wearing a scarf today, something like, "You know it's really hot out today. Are you sure you need a scarf?" I couldn't resist. I should have known she'd completely change her outfit anyway after breakfast.
This trip to CA is going to mean so much to DD and you. I'm so glad you feel well enough to make that long trip. I know we'd all love to see some photos!
Questions for all of you crazy folks...
- From any Disney restaurant anywhere in the parks or resorts, if you could have just one meal sitting in front of you right now, what would it be?
- If you could have just one Disney drink, what would it be?
- and lastly but most importantly, which one dessert?

I need y'alls expert help adding to my "Must eat / Drink" list...
Do you think we'll all have firm answers to these questions and won't change our minds tomorrow?
WDW meal: Practically anything from Tokyo Dining - as long as it included sushi, sashimi, seaweed salad and tempura!
Drink: A strong margarita on the rocks would be nice, thank you.
One dessert: Just one?? Ugh. The Chocolate Bombe at TTS is great, but I also love tiramisu at TI. Oh, and I always have to buy the chocolate covered marshmallows on a Mickey straw at the MSB.
This leads me to a question for all of you:
Where is your favorite place at WDW to eat ice cream?
I'm debating staying on property one or two nights during my trip to get EMH. My Mystic Dunes is already prepaid, but I would just pay extra and have 2 homes, lol. Too much? DH said he didn't care. If I stay Sunday night, I can get EMH for Sunday and Monday. Should I wait until check in to see if I like the place?? My nerves are getting the best of me. Then the next question.... where? This is where I need your help
I miss everyone and hugs to all!!
If you're going to be living there soon, I'd skip the double room booking. You'll be able to go so often when you're living there, that you probably won't even care about EMH anymore. I'd save the onsite for a trip with DH instead.
I am at AKL CL for August....and GF RPC for September
Kook is now AoA/WL CL
Padawans is YC now..she booked GF for 92 whole minutes..then her wallet started to cry....
Everyone else is holding strong...I think...right?
Weak... Feeling very weak. Worried about not liking AoA - convinced family that we had to try it out before it fully opens - need more TripAdvisor and AllEars reviews of AoA to fuss over
Only possible change would be if I could get a really nice rate in Nov at Wilderness Lodge. I'd so love to be there with DS and family. Otherwise, we'll have a good time at POFQ.
All of the rooms will have been rehabbed by then - sounds like the perfect time to go and it will be all decorated later in the month
